There are many award winning restaurants, hidden cafes and funky bars in Queenstown. While the list below is not exhaustive, we hope these suggestions will provide a good starting point! Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you would like us to make a reservation or recommendation for you.QUEENSTOWN RESTAURANTS | THE BUNKER | $$$$ | | Cow Lane Ph. 441 8030 | | | Small, dark and cosy, The Bunker is hard to find but well worth the effort. With an upstairs bar, open fireplace and excellent food, the Bunker is a dining experience not to be missed. Bookings in advance are essential. | |
| KAPPA | $ | | 36 The Mall Ph. 441 1423 | | | A tiny gem with superb fresh Japanese food supplemented by excellent blackboard specials. A small but well chosen wine list. | |
| SOLERA VINO | $$$ | | 25 Beach Street Ph. 442 6082 | | | French Cuisine and a lovely ambience. | |
| MINAMI JUJISEI | $$ | | 45 Beach Street Ph. 442 9854 | | | Award-winning Japanese restaurant, with a variety of traditional & modern dishes on the menu. | |
| VIE | $$$ | | Sofitel Hotel, Duke St Ph. 450 0045 | | | An eclectic menu featuring the finest produce New Zealand has to offer. Export quality meats and seafood are treated with respect to bring you simplistic, clean and nutritious dishes. | |
| LONESTAR | $$ | | 14 Brecon St Ph. 442 9995 | | | The Lone Star has been an integral and essential part of Queenstown for some 14 years and is internationally famous. Tex-mex style food, great for families. Please note you can’t book here. | |
| WAI | $$$$ | | Steamer Wharf Ph. 442 5969 | | | Sitting right on the waterfront, the restaurant specialises in seafood, Central Otago wines and boasts stunning views. | |
| WINNIES, Gourmet Pizza Bar | $$ | | The Mall, Ph. 442 8635 | | | The local’s favourite pizza restaurant right in the heart of town serving outstanding pizzas, a roaring fire and great atmosphere – check out heir amazing opening roof. Please note you can’t book here. | |
| LUCIANO'S | $$ | | Steamer Wharf, Ph. 4092460 | | | Fantastic Italian-flavoured food, an entertaining & friendly atmosphere with the theme of the restaurant in that of the original gangster. | |
| BOTSWANA BUTCHERY | $$$$ | | Archers Cottage, 17 Marine Parade Ph. 442 6994 | | | A restaurant specialising in fine cuts of meat. The sister restaurant of the establishment of the same name in Wanaka. Excellent food and wine matching with great lake views. | |
| GANTLEY’S | $$$$ | | Arthurs Point Road, Ph. 442 8999 | | | A 10 minute drive from Queenstown, Gantley’s has a classic and traditional atmosphere serving the best of New Zealand food and wine. Award winning wine list. Complimentary shuttle to and from Central Queenstown. | |
| AMISFIELD WINERY BISTRO | $$$ | | 10 Lake Hayes Road, Ph. 442 0556 | | | Located on the road to Arrowtown, Amisfield Winery BISTRO offers sensational food, excellent wine and a stunning courtyard. An architecturally award winning winery provides a daily changing menu of organic and locally sourced produce. Open from 11am to 8pm, Tuesday to Sunday. | |
| MANTRA | $$ | | 12 The Royal Oak, 50 Buckingham St, Arrowtown Ph. 442 0880 | | | Delicious Indian Cuisine with a unique décor which is both warm and inviting. | |
| SAFFRON | $$$ | | 8 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown Ph. 442 0131 | | | Right in the middle of Arrowtown’s main Street, Saffron has delicious food and an impressive selection of local wine. | |
| CADRONA HOTEL AND RESTAURANT | $$ | | Crown Range Road, Cardrona Ph. 03 443 8153 | | One of New Zealand’s oldest hotels and the perfect place to stop for an après ski, or to pop into if you make your way to Wanaka. | |
CAFES | VUDU | $ | | Beach Street, Ph. 442 5357 | | | A Queenstown institution that has won regional cafe of the year on numerous occasions, great food, fabulous cakes and fantastic coffee. | |
| FLAVOURS DELI CAFE | $ | | 17A Earl Street, Ph.441 2769 | | | A family run cafe and deli that does great ‘build your own’ wraps and gourmet sandwiches. Great homemade cakes. | |
| VESTA | $ | | Williams Cottage, 19 Marine Parade, Ph. 442 5687 | | | A cute cafe in the restored Williams Cottage. Fabulous garden with greenhouse, perfect for relaxing away the afternoon with coffee and cake. | |
| JOE’S GARAGE | $ | | Searle Lane Ph. 442 5283 | | Tucked in behind Peter Alexander on Camp St. Great for breakfast and really good coffee. | |
BARS | EICHARDT’S HOUSE BAR | $$$ | | Eichardt’s Hotel, Marine Parade Ph. 441 0450 | | | Perfect place to lounge by the fire, enjoy a glass of wine and take in the stunning views of Lake Wakatipu. Serves lunch, snacks at night, and in our opinion, some of the best cocktails in town! | |
| BAR UP | $$ | | Upstairs, Cnr Searle Lane & Eureka Arcade Ph 442 707 | | | With comfy couches, this is the perfect place for a late night cocktail. | |
| BARDEAUX | $$ | | Eureka Arcade, off The Mall Ph. 442 8284 | | | An extensive wine list to entertain, sumptuous surroundings and a huge open fire dispel the cold winter evenings making this a favorite with locals and travelers alike. | |
| MONTY’S | $$ | | 12 Church St Ph. 441 1081 | | | Unique & sophisticated venue for enjoying the full range of Monteith's award winning premium tap beer, matched with mouth-watering meals from the all day menu. | |
| BARMUDA | $$$ | | Searle Lane Ph. 442 7300 | | | A large outdoor fire, plush décor and a lively atmosphere, another ideal spot for great tasting cocktails. | |
| THE BOILER ROOM | $$ | | Steamer Wharf Ph. 441 8066 | | | A cocktail bar in Queenstown that’s all style, groovy tunes, smooth cocktails and with friendly bar staff. | |
| BLUE DOOR, Arrowtown | $$ | Located next to Saffron Restaurant in Arrowtown this intimate bar is set behind the infamous Blue door. Enjoy a glass of wine amongst the rustic charm of this historic building. Relax by the fire and enjoy the ambience. | |
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