Celebrating 15 Years of Clink

Fifteen years ago, Clink began with a simple idea — create a place where great food, thoughtful drinks, and genuine hospitality came together in a space that felt both relaxed and a little bit special.

What we could never have predicted was how deeply this little restaurant and bar would weave itself into the fabric of Sumner.

Over the years, Clink has been many things to many people — the backdrop for first dates and fiftieth birthdays, long lunches that turned into sunset drinks, winter reds by the fire, and balmy summer evenings spilling into the courtyard. We’ve watched proposals unfold, friendships form, families grow, and visitors return year after year.

Hospitality is never just about what’s on the plate or in the glass. It’s about how people feel when they walk through the door.

From the very beginning, owner-chef Rob has led the kitchen with creativity, consistency, and heart, while our front-of-house philosophy has remained beautifully simple: welcome people warmly, look after them generously, and create an experience worth lingering over.

Of course, fifteen years in hospitality doesn’t happen without an extraordinary community around you.

To our guests — thank you for choosing us, celebrating with us, and trusting us with your milestones. Your loyalty has meant everything.

To our team, past and present — the energy, professionalism, humour, and care you’ve brought into this space is what truly made Clink what it is.

And to the Sumner community — you embraced us early and never let go.

And today, more than anything, we feel incredibly grateful.

Here’s to fifteen years of Clink.