Bar and Bistro Restaurants in Queenstown

Nestled on the waterfront at Queenstown Marina, Fino boasts uninterrupted panoramic views of the lake and the majestic Remarkables mountains. The Restaurant & Wine Bar is where exceptional food, exquisite wine, and breathtaking views come together. Whether you're in search of culinary excellence, a wine enthusiast…

Public Italian Kitchen

Public Italian Kitchen is a relaxed Italian restaurant in the heart of Queenstown, serving Italian-inspired pasta and grill dishes in a beautiful lakefront setting on Steamer Wharf. With views across Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains, Public is the perfect spot for lakeside dining, whether you’re joining for…

Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel is an iconic and much photographed building, situated in the Cardrona Valley between Wanaka and Queenstown. The historic facade hides an award-winning restaurant, legendary beer garden and charming hotel rooms with an atmosphere second-to-none. Established in 1863, the hotel is one of New Zealand's…

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Brazz

Casual dining is at its best at Brazz. Stop by for a full meal and a few pints. Brazz has been a great destination for casual dining since 2002. Located in the centre of Queenstown, this popular bar and grill serves up hearty and delicious food, three meals a day. From fluffy pancakes and eggs benedict at breakfast…

The Frankton Arm Tavern

It’s where people that call Queenstown home go to eat, drink, and play. Right on the edge of beautiful Lake Wakatipu, the Frankton Arm Tavern is your local’s local. Featuring the biggest beer garden in Queenstown, 14 big screens to catch the latest sports, a range of drinks, pub classics and daily specials, TAB…

The Ballarat

The Ballarat has been a local watering hole since inception and continues to welcome newcomers every day. With a delicious range of meals on offer, live sports on the big screens, great prices across drinks, and a lively atmosphere, there’s no surprise that it’s still the local’s choice. Step inside and listen to…

The Fork and Tap Ale House and Restaurant

The Fork & Tap is a much-loved local favourite in the heart of historic Arrowtown, bringing together great food, craft beer, live music, and a relaxed atmosphere that keeps locals and visitors coming back. Housed in a charming historic building dating back to 1875, The Fork & Tap has all the character you’d expect…

Amigos

Looking for bold flavours, vibrant atmosphere, and a memorable dining experience? Amigos has been serving up authentic Mexican-inspired cuisine across the South Island since 1995. Whether you're after a relaxed lunch, family dinner, group celebration, or cocktails with friends, Amigos offers a welcoming environment…

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1876 Bar and Restaurant

1876 is a relaxed bar and restaurant in a gorgeous historic building in central Queenstown. This converted former Magistrate's Court provides a welcoming and fun atmosphere with original features like the judge's bench & holding cell! Fantastic food, full bar, sun deck, great atmosphere and awesome service make this…

The Dishery

Bistro dining from 8.00am in the Dudley's Cottage Precinct in Arrowtown. Adjacent to the beautiful Arrow River Reserve, The Dishery specialises in locally sourced fresh food and wine. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, late afternoon grazing, dinner along with garden seating overlooking the Arrow River Reserve. Opening Hours…

The Locker Room Sports Bar

The Locker Room Sports Bar is known for its upbeat atmosphere, stellar eats and some of the most hard-core sports fans in New Zealand. This is the place to kick back with mates and get your munch on. Whatever team you support, there will always be a friendly booth for you and the gang to watch the game LIVE & LOUD…

Left Bank Cafe at Sofitel Hotel

The Left Bank Cafe is inspired by the cafe lifestyle of Paris. The elegant interior seats 70, with furnished shipped from Paris to create an authentic Parisian cafe experience. By day, the cafe offers delicious breakfast and lunch with an array of savoury and sweet pastries, while in the evenings the cafe becomes a…

Lake Bar Wanaka

Situated on the waterfront of Lake Wanaka on Ardmore Street, Lake Bar Wanaka is a spacious family restaurant and bar, offering casual dining with stunning views of the mountain and lake scenery of Wanaka. When the sun is out, the outdoor seating area is a great spot to relax with a drink and soak up the views. The…

The Crown

The Crown Pub and Beer Garden offers an extensive selection of beers on tap, local wines, and refreshing beverages. On offer is everything from a simple bowl of fries to delicious Sunday roasts and chef salads. The family-friendly venue is ideal for a catch up with friends or for a drink at the main bar. Enjoy a cold…

The Blue Door

The Blue Bar is a tucked away, hidden gem in the heart of the historic Arrowtown. The cozy and intimate bar oozes charm and character with a fantastic selection of wines. Hidden down an alleyway, the 'blue door' features a large log fire, a welcome treat that adds to the atmosphere in winter. It's loved by locals who…

Morrison's Irish Pub

Morrison's Irish Pub is a cosy Irish pub situated upstairs in Stratton House. Offering Guinness & a great craic, the pub has a busy schedule of fun including daily food specials, live music nights along and screening live sports events. Monday: Free Pool, Happy Hour 8.00pm - 10.00pm . Tuesday: Free Pool All Day…

The Bathhouse

Situated as close as you can get to Lake Wakatipu without getting your feet wet, The Bathhouse offers fine dining in a stunning location. Seating is inside and outside, with some tables even on the beach. Soak up the uninterrupted view of Queenstown Gardens, Cecil Peak and Walter Peak, and the buzz of activity as the…

Gin Garden

The Gin Garden is Queenstown’s first boutique gin tasting room. Situated just a 10 minute drive from both Queenstown and Arrowtown, the tasting room takes pride in offering award winning, locally distilled, and individually hand-crafted Broken Heart Spirits along with a locally brewed Oktoberfest lager. Serving a…

Eichardt's Bar

Situated on Marine Parade overlooking Lake Wakatipu, Eichardt's Bar is part of the renowned Eichardt's Hotel. The stylish bar features a welcoming fireplace, comfortable sofas and attentive service. Using local, fresh and organic produce, Eichardt's serves a Tapus inspired menu during lunchime, with a variation served…

Canyon Food & Brew Co

Serving fresh, flavourful food and lively beer crafted onsite alongside the iconic Shotover River, visit Canyon Food and Brew for an après brew, a casual bite or dinner with the family. Food is flavourful, fresh and served in a beaufiul riverside setting. Visitors can expect classic pub favourites with a twist, served…

Giants Bar and Restaurant

Located in Frankton, Giants is a local thoroughfare for outstanding food and drink. Grab your supplies for the day’s adventure or, come in to rest those weary feet. Begin your day at the cafe, with a hearty breakfast and coffee that’ll wake even the sleepiest giant. Watch the sun drift over the mountain peaks, and…

Yonder

Located on Church Street, Yonder is a restaurant passionate about bringing 'good time' dining to Queenstown. The menu is inspired by the things loved from around the world. The team of international staff innovate from the farm to the table. Yonder offers a bright and airy space throughout the day, to acreate a…

The Speight's Ale House

Located in the building of a former Queenstown Council Chamber that was built in 1880, The Speight's Ale House offers customers good hearty food with a selection of local beers. The extensive lunch and dinner menus offer a wide selection of good quality pub fare. Lamb Shanks, sausage and mash, Southern Ribeye, beer…

La Rumbla

La Rumbla is a tapas bar and restaurant situated just off the main high street in the pretty setting of Arrowtown. The modern and relaxed bar is a great place to spend time with friends sampling a range of delicious tapas dishes accompanied by a cocktail. Popular with locals, La Rumbla features a large bar area to…

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Restaurant

Just 1 hour from Queenstown you'll find Kinloch, NZ’s smallest township, at the head of Lake Whakatipu. Nestled in the beech forest, with gorgeous mountain and lake views, the restaurant provides delicious meals all day long. Ingredients are sourced as locally and organically as possible, with our vegetable garden…

Lokal Kitchen and Bar

Located in Fernhill, Lokal Kitchen Bar offers a varied selection of delicious food from small bites and bar snack, main meals, tasty burgers to stone baked pizzas. Enjoy a New Zealand wine, beer or cider on tap from the extensive drinks list. Lokal Kitchen and Bar is the perfect place to catch up with friends, bump…

Whakatipu Brewing

Whakatipu Brewing is the perfect place for family, friends and soon-to-be-friends to unwind after a day of adventure. Fresh craft beers, hearty meals and banter in a cosy space with a fun crew to look after you. With cosy indoor seating for winter and full day-sunshine out-door patio seating, perfect for summer -…

Reds Bar

You’ll be seeing sunset red, sipping pretty at Queenstown’s sassiest little bar. Where your Alpine aperitif comes served with cheek and the Remarkables in full view. A wine wish list made to match the mountainous magnificence. New Zealand’s grapes blushing alongside delicious worldly drops. We serve saucy snacks with…

The Bunker

The Bunker – Queenstown’s Best-Kept Secret. Tucked discreetly down Queenstown’s Cow Lane, behind an unassuming wooden door, The Bunker is the kind of place you could easily walk past and exactly the kind of place you’ll be glad you didn’t. A Queenstown institution since 1997, The Bunker has built its reputation on…

Gantley's Tavern

Gantley's is situated a 5 minute drive from the centre of Queenstown and a 1 minute drive from the bottom of Coronet Ski Field. As Queenstown's oldest hospitality business, the historic stone building was built in 1865 by Patrick Gantley to provide food, drink and lodgings in the gold rush era. Set against the…

Stacks Pub

Stacks Pub is part of the Hilton Hotel complex overlooking Lake Wakatipu. The pub offers high quality, casual dining in a modern bar setting with big screen TV's. During the colder months, the log fire is a welcome sight while the outdoor decking area is a perfect spot to enjoy a cold beer. The menu features a choice…

Red Rock Bar

Located at the top of Camp Street, Red Rock Bar is the oldest established bar in Queenstown. The down to earth bar offers great value drinks and food in a friendly setting. Enjoy cheap beer handles and catch up with friends on the front deck or warm up out the back with brazier fires. With food starting from just $7…

Lombardi Dining Room

Lombardi is situated in Hotel St Moritz, enjoying stunning views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables mountains. A stylish interior which takes advantage of the lakeside setting, Lombardi offers diners three dining spaces to suit a range of dining requirements. The 'Lombardi Bar' offers a fine selection of cocktails…

Lil Red at QT

Available by reservation, this inner sanctum is available for refined, intimate events for up to 60 mingling or 30 seated guests. The private dining space is perfectly appointed for cocktail parties and functions, cocktail master-classes, wine and whiskey tastings and memorable product launches. Our talented…

No 5 Church Lane

Part of The Spire Hotel, No 5 Church Lane is the in-house restaurant and bar, open to the public as well as Spire guests. No 5 is a slice of modernity in an elegant interior with a uniquely luxurious ambience. The menu features Thai-inspired cuisine such as Beef Jungle Curry and Chicken Larb Balls, as well as other…

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Casual Dining (67 places) As this is such a relaxed place, Casual Dining in Queenstown is very easy to find. Whether it's a fab gastro experience at a waterfront cafe, or homemade fare off the high street, Queenstown is pretty good at providing excellent food, fast. You'll have no trouble finding Queenstown Casual Dining in a bar or cafe that… Explore

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Wanaka: Siberia Experience Scenic Flight, Hike, and Jetboat

4 hours via GetYourGuide

The Siberia Experience is an adventure departing from Makarora, ideal for nature lovers seeking a scenic flight, unguided hike, and jetboat ride in New Zealand's Southern Alps. Scenic 25-minute flight over the Southern Alps and Mt Aspiring National Park. 7km unguided hike through Siberia and Wilkin Valleys (2.5 to 3…

Tandem Paraglide - Winter - Coronet Peak 5400ft

2 hours via GetYourGuide

This tandem paragliding flight from Coronet Peak suits anyone looking for an extended airborne experience with spectacular mountain views near Queenstown. New Zealand's highest commercial launch at 5400 feet. Longest flight time available in the region. Views of snow-capped mountains throughout the flight. After…

Kawarau Bungy & Swing Combo

The Kawarau Bungy Centre in Queenstown offers solo, tandem, and triple bungy jumps and swings for thrill-seekers aged 8 and above. World's first commercial bungy jumping site. Solo or tandem bungy jump with water touch option. Solo, tandem, or triple swing experiences. Photo and video footage included. Save $100 with…

Ticket for 2 Indoor Skydiving Flights

This indoor skydiving activity in Queenstown offers a safe and controlled environment ideal for thrill-seekers wanting to experience freefall flight without jumping from a plane. Experience the sensation of freefalling without plane jump. Learn body flight techniques with a professional instructor. Use well-maintained…

Communal Hot Pool Experience

Bathe offers a modern urban interpretation of the traditional Japanese onsen on upper Brecon Street, suited for solo travellers, couples, and groups comfortable with shared spaces. Soak in mineral-rich, magnesium-enriched water that soothes tired muscles. Enjoy a 60-minute session in a shared, relaxed pool…

Milford Sound Scenic Helicopter Flight with Landing

2 hours via GetYourGuide

This 1.5 to 2 hour helicopter flight departs from Queenstown and suits travelers seeking a scenic aerial tour with glacier landing in Fiordland National Park. Enjoy a 1.5 to 2 hour scenic helicopter flight. Land in Milford Sound and on a glacier or alpine area for panoramic views. Listen to in-flight commentary about…

Queenstown Helicopter Wine Sampler Tour

7 hours via GetYourGuide

This full-day tour from Queenstown combines a scenic helicopter flight with guided tastings at Gibbston's top wineries, ideal for wine lovers and adventurers. Scenic helicopter flight over the Gibbston wine region. Mountaintop helicopter landing with a glass of sparkling wine. Guided visits to four different cellar…

Escape Rooms Queenstown: Escape Quest

Experience an immersive escape room in Queenstown with three games based on real 1860s crimes. This activity suits teams of 2 to 6 players who enjoy history, puzzles, and timed challenges. Step back to the Gold Rush era with a thrilling escape room game. Choose from three unique games, each with a historical crime…

Queenstown to Mt Cook (1 way) Tour

5 hours via GetYourGuide

Skip the Line

This guided small-group tour travels from Queenstown to Mt Cook, ideal for nature lovers and photographers seeking alpine landscapes and cultural highlights. Visit Mt Cook and Aoraki National Park. Drive alongside Lake Pukaki. Photo stops at Lindis Pass and Kawarau Gorge. Enjoy fresh salmon at High Country Salmon…

21 Day Grand Kiwi Experience Small Group Tour

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6 hours 30 minutes via GetYourGuide

Marvel at the mindblowing natural landscapes of New Zealand's two islands. Take a guided trip from north to south with lodging and some meals included. Experience the beauty of Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Rotorua, Waitomo, and more. Enjoy exciting activities, such as a ferry ride, a wine tasting, and city tours. Discover…

Queenstown: Central Otago Wine Tour

3 hours 30 minutes via GetYourGuide

Limited to just 8 guests for a relaxed, intimate small-group wine tour. Explore 3 Central Otago wine sub-regions: Gibbston, Cromwell & Bannockburn. Visit 4 boutique wineries with all hosted wine tastings included. Enjoy an included à la carte winery lunch overlooking Bannockburn Inlet. Discover Central Otago with a…

Queenstown: Walter Peak Garden to Table Experience