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The best places to eat and drink in Queenstown

When it comes to places to eat and drink in Queenstown, you are spoilt for choice. Take your tastebuds on a tour of local produce brought to life by culinary creators, with a flavour for every appetite. From hatted restaurants and award-winning Central Otago pinot noir, to world-famous burger joints, crafty pubs and conscious cafes, here’s your guide to the best places to eat and drink in Queenstown. 

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Wānaka Après Ski Spots

  • 7 min read

Unwind after a day on the slopes with this guide to Wānaka’s best bars, restaurants, and spots to socialise. Explore Wānaka’s mellow yet vibrant après ski scene.

Wānaka Après Ski Spots
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The Best Coffee in Queenstown

  • 7 min read

If you need to fuel an adventure or want to enjoy a relaxed coffee and treat with a view, here's your guide to some of the best, locally-loved coffee spots in…

The Best Coffee in Queenstown
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Cheap Eats in Queenstown

  • 4 min read

Dining out on a budget? Check out these tasty restaurants, dining and takeaway cheap eats in Queenstown, that won’t break the bank.

Cheap Eats in Queenstown
Eat & Drink

Wānaka Après Ski Spots

  • 7 min read

Unwind after a day on the slopes with this guide to Wānaka’s best bars, restaurants, and spots to socialise. Explore Wānaka’s mellow yet vibrant après ski…

Wānaka Après Ski Spots
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Queenstown Craft Beer Scene

  • 6 min read

The craft beer scene in Queenstown has grown over the last few years and beer aficionados are now spoilt for choice. Here are some of the best craft beers in…

Queenstown Craft Beer Scene

Find What You Want Eat & Drink Options

Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner, Queenstown serves up delicious food at all times of day. Whether you crave a seasonal paddock to plate feast, a hearty vegan brunch, or even a famous burger, you’ll be savouring the flavour of our delicious local produce, served up by passionate and talented chefs.

Odd Saint

  • 1 Earl St

odd saint, your new neighbourhood local on the corner! Just like your cool Grandma, odd saint always…

Odd Saint

Bespoke Kitchen

  • 9 Isle Street

Nestled on the hill less than five minutes walk from central Queenstown, overlooking the bay and the…

Bespoke Kitchen

Joe's Garage

  • Building 8

The original Joe's Garage opened in 2000, situated in an old Post Office sorting room in Queenstown…

Joe's Garage

Eat Space

  • 30 Camp Street

Located in the heart of Queenstown, Eatspace offers authentic flavours drawn from influences across…

Eat Space

Canyon Brewing

  • 1 Arthurs Point Road

Locally owned and operated Canyon Brewing is the place to be, with a relaxed atmosphere, great…

Canyon Brewing

SUNDAYS

  • Country Lane, 26 Hansen Road, Frankton

Inspired by the intimate neighbourhood restaurants of Europe and the laid-back feeling of everyone’s…

SUNDAYS

The Komunal Cafe

  • 1/13 Red Oaks Drive, Frankton, Queenstown 9300

Nestled in Frankton, Queenstown, The Komunal Cafe serves Authentic Malaysian Halal Food straight…

The Komunal Cafe

Mt Rosa Wines

  • 47 Gibbston Back Road

Proudly family owned, you'll meet Ann and Guy at the Cellar Door when you pop by for a tasting. They…

Mt Rosa Wines

Yonder

  • 14 Church Street

Open from 8:00am, we boast the primary go-to for specialty coffee, baked goods, sunny brunches and a…

Yonder

Atlas Beer Cafe

  • 88 Beach Street

A firm favourite with locals and visitors alike, Atlas is a friendly, unpretentious bar, hidden away…

Atlas Beer Cafe

Bella Cucina

  • 6 Brecon Street

Bella Cucina offers the real flavours of Italy right in the heart of Queenstown. Much more than…

Bella Cucina

Flame Bar and Grill

  • Level 1, Steamer Wharf, 88 Beach St,

Flame. A secret South African BBQ recipe wrapped around amazing ribs and steaks. We’re a restaurant…

Flame Bar and Grill

My Thai Lounge

  • 69 Beach Street

For food lovers and explorers, My Thai Lounge is about applying authentic Thai tastes and techniques…

My Thai Lounge

The Grille

  • 5 Marine Parade

The Grille enjoys the best location in Queenstown, a modern and stylish venue with floor to ceiling…

The Grille

Sherwood

  • 554 Frankton Road

Sherwood Restaurant is Otago's only Two Hat restaurant as judged by the Cuisine Good Food Guide…

Sherwood

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Queenstown's NEW BITES ON THE BLOCK

Explore Queenstown's vibrant culinary scene with a range of new eateries serving up quick bites to eat and hand crafted cocktails to larger main meals and local wine to match.

Ayrburn

  • 1 Ayr Avenue

As inviting as it sounds, The Bakehouse is your go-to for all day dining, to enjoy here or to take…

Ayrburn

The Boat Shed Bakery

  • Shed 1 and 2, 3 Sugar Lane, Frankton Marina

With traditional methods and the finest seasonal ingredients, we bake delicious, hand-crafted…

The Boat Shed Bakery

Fino Wine Bar

  • Shed 8 & 9, Queenstown Marina

Floating on the waters of Lake Wakatipu at Queenstown Marina, Fino Wine Bar is your waterfront wine…

Fino Wine Bar

SUNDAYS

  • Country Lane, 26 Hansen Road, Frankton

Inspired by the intimate neighbourhood restaurants of Europe and the laid-back feeling of everyone’s…

SUNDAYS

Baja Mexico

  • 61 Beach Street

Welcome to Baja Mexican restaurant, a place, a vibe, a culinary melting pot. Inspired by Baja…

Baja Mexico

SODA

  • 2 Rees Street

SODA is Queenstown’s new restaurant located on the lakefront with breathtaking lake and mountain…

SODA

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