Dining Out

Try them all

Many nationalities, cultures and influences cook up truly tantalising menu options that suit every taste and budget - be it a mouth-watering gourmet burger enjoyed by the lakeside or the indulgence of a delectable degustation menu in a discreetly hidden away intimate venue.  There are more than 150 great eateries to choose from.

Coffee culture flourishes in downtown and lakeside areas.  In the warmer months the streets buzz with al fresco diners basking in late sunsets, drinking locally crafted, award-winning beers and wine; and in winter, with hearty fare in front of roaring fireplaces. 

Fine dining, hearty winter meals, Japanese, Thai, Chinese, Turkish, pizzas, pub meals, seafood salads, modern Pacific cuisine, noodle houses, sushi, home baked cakes and pastries and local delicacies are consumed in Queenstown's centre by locals and visitors alike.  The main dining precinct runs from Steamer Wharf up Beach Street, splitting into Shotover and Church Streets and includes all the malls and alleyways in between.  The gondola can transport you to a dining room with an awesome view of the Wakatipu basin.