Perfect meal at the end of a long day! They were closing when we got there but were nice enough to…read morestay open for us. We had a delicious green salad which was big enough for 4 of us to share . The bruschetta was freshly diced tomatoes and balsamic glaze. We split the pasta bolognese which was homemade pasta in a tasty sauce. So glad we found this gem .

OMG this place is underrated. If you are vegan and visiting Queenstown, GO HERE. I had no idea…read morebefore entering what I was getting myself into. They have an ENTIRELY VEGAN MENU! (well the regular menu isn't vegan, but they have a menu for vegans!!) This was epic because my boyfriend could get his meat pizza and I could order anything from this page-long menu made just for me! Another thing I loved about this place - the wine list comes along with a huge selections of vegan wines, marked with a little circled V in front of them. Pretty sure this is my new favorite place! I ordered a penne alla arrabbiata with a glass of *vegan* Italian Primitivo and holy f*ck was I happy when that baby was placed in front of me. Granted, I'd been traveling most of the day and hadn't had a proper meal, but I ate that penne so fast, my mouth was on fire from the chile. They even topped it with some bread crumbs instead of the parmesan that the non-vegan version comes with. Et viola! I was in vegan heaven. My boyfriend was happy with his pizza, and I was hoping to save room for dessert, but couldn't make it happen after that pasta. I did like that I left feeling full but not overly stuffed, but I was really hoping to order the vegan chocolate cake or the coconut panna cotta. I'm hoping to make it back here before leaving QT, if only for dessert!

Everything was great...the food, service, atmosphere, value, etc. We're planning on going back to…read moreWānaka next year and you can bet that we will make a reservation because our Airbnb is a short walk to this place.

We absolutely loved Francesca's! The atmosphere, the wine (Pinot noir was incredible), the food,…read morethe service... everything was just amazing. For an appetizer we had the pork meatballs which may be some of the best meatballs we have ever had. For our mains we had the pasta gnocchi and the ricotta ravioli, and it just felt like you couldn't go wrong with anything you chose. For dessert we capped it off with some yummy tiramisu. Definitely a great experience, we would 100% recommend giving this place a try if you are in the Wanaka area!

Just coming back to update that my spouse and I are still thinking about this dinner in NZ! We…read morereally enjoyed each dish we had & we enjoyed looking over the menu to reminisce. Our menu: Piccolo- kika fried chicken with gochujang dressing, lime mayo & picked daikon Grande- lumina lamb shoulder, ras el hanout, & date chermoula Contorni- roasted carrots, whipped tahini, puffed grains, lemon dressing

One of the best meals I had in my entire trip to New Zealand. Starting with the restaurant itself,…read morethe ambiance was beautiful. The staff was incredibly friendly, it was just a very comfortable environment to eat in. And of course, the food. Every single thing was delicious. In particular, this was one of the best tartares I've ever had, but again, there were no misses on this menu. Even the desserts were great, the Pavlova in particular was a standout. Absolutely highly recommended!

There are so many amazing places to go in Central Otago wine country, but put Bannockburn Hotel at…read morethe top of your list! For starters, the views are killer. We went on a beautiful, warm, sunny summer day just about as soon as they opened. We opted to sit outside for lunch to take in the views and some sunshine. I suppose it's a casual restaurant, but the food is outstanding and the presentation is top notch. The food can be a bit pricey given the tapas style sharable portions, but the thoughtful mix of flavors and fresh ingredients make the experience well worth the price. Naturally they have an extensive wine list boasting local wines and some from other well known international wine regions. It was a rose kind of day, and a glass of the local Terra Sancta rose was perfect. We ordered light - just 3 small plates for the two of us - but it was all delicious. The Baked Empanadas came with three types - beef & provolone, porkbelly & sweet corn puree, and mushroom, provolone cheese and raisins. The Goat Cheese Croquettes were served with local honey, greens and toasted almonds - a must order! I don't eat seafood, but my husband thoroughly enjoyed the Baja Fish Tacos. Take a break from vineyard touring and enjoy a lovely afternoon (or sunset!) at Bannockburn.

This is probably the best restaurant in all of New Zealand, hands down. I am surprised how this…read morerestaurant doesn't have a Michelin star yet. We ordered a tapas sharing menu for dinner, loved the prawns + cider tapas, and the tacos was amazing. I loved how they have designed the pineapples with a fish cod fillet and blend it with some simple sauces. The chorizos are from a nearby town, so some good local flavor blended in. We sat outside on the patio and had an amazing view of the mountains and vineyards. I would def come back here again if I am back in NZ. A must visit!

This was hands down the best restaurant that we visited during our time in the North and South…read moreIsland. My wife and I visited with our 7 year old daughter and we both did a tasting menu and our daughter ordered a la carte. To start the service was superb our server was so sweet and had such great energy and everyone else that helped us from the wine pairings to the kitchen were very interactive and friendly. By the time we left we felt like we were family. Now on to the food. We had venison, lamb, seafood pasta, and a wonderful dessert prepared table side. Each entry was better than the last and prepared on point with quality ingredients and wonderful presentation. Each plate we tried was an experience and the quaint ambiance added to the experience. We would travel back here just to go and eat here again. Do yourself a favor and go eat here!

Hands down the best meal my husband and I had in Queenstown this past week. The attentive service,…read morethe quality of ingredients, the intimate ambience--everything was truly top notch. We had the gnocchi, focaccia, salmon, potatoes, lamb, and salad. All of it was superb and I loved the thorough explanation that came with each course. Oh and the tiramisu was divine!! I will be thinking of this meal for years to come.

Like everywhere in NZ, make reservations…read more I'm staying in Queenstown for a few days, and booked this reservation a few nights prior. The restaurant itself is long and narrow, so tables on one side and servers and the kitchen on the other. I ordered bruschetta for my starter & spaghetti bolognese for my main. The bruschetta came out with sliced prosciutto on top which I could have done without. I wished for more tomatoes, onion, and oil. The spaghetti bolognese was flavorful but just ok? Like, I'm not Italian but can make a better version of that at home. Although it's a simple dish, that probably not something you want to hear when you're selling it for $36 NZD. So the overall dining experience was a bit meh. I went to a pizzeria in Te Anau with better flavors. It might be a nice dinner date because the ambiance is lovely, if a bit loud. The service was fine, if a bit on the slow side.

Our last meal in Queenstown was here. We had reservations (and it was busy) and were seated…read moreimmediately. We had the back of the restaurant, corner table. Not much to look at but it was a little quieter and away from the ovens back there. Husband had the fettuccine carbonara and I had a margarita pizza. Both were excellent. We started with a Caprese salad which was also excellent. My pizza had homemade crust with the bubbly burnt edges that happens in a woodfire oven. So good. Service was excellent. Parking on street is less than rare so we parked in a lot for roughly $10USD. Great experience.

We ordered one prosciutto and 2 all vegetarian pizzas with garlic bread. If you want to enjoy…read morepizza, don't order the garlic bread because the bread was so good that we couldn't eat the pizza. Fresh and delicious.

Unfortunately, wasn't quite as impressed with the food at The Cow compared to some of the other…read moremeals I had in Queenstown. Pizza was okay, I didn't love the crust or the sauce, but was pleased with the amount of toppings. The pasta was good but nothing special. Service was nice though!

We LOVE the breakfast here. It's the best in Arrowtown! Great granola and porridge. Excellent…read morecoffee and tea. We enjoy the baked goods as well.

From the owner: Start your day with a gourmet coffee, fresh-squeezed juice or come in for a tasty lunch or wine…read moretasting at our neighborhood wine bar & cafe in Arrowtown. Our menu features seasonal local ingredients prepared with a gourmet twist and to match with Gibbston Valley's range of award-winning varietals. Some of our menu highlights include: handmade pastries and cakes, Piadinas (Italian stuffed flatbread), a daily selection of salads, soup and various gourmet meat and cheese platter options, the perfect match to a glass of wine. Gluten-free and vegetarian options are available. Stop by and experience casual gourmet dining in Arrowtown at A Taste of Gibbston Valley.

Arrowtown is an old restored town near Queenstown. It's a good day tip and interesting place. We…read morewere there in the morning so I was looking for some coffee. Terra Mia was a good choice. The have good coffee and I had a piece of cake to go with it. The folks that run the place are Italian and are very friendly. They also make a great cup of coffee. A good stop! We visited in Mar 2017

Disappointed with the lasagna was dry Tiramisu was not supposed to serve as it's not ready! I…read morevisited lovely Arrowtown and passed this very Italian looking restaurant decided to have lunch there I was recommended for the lasagna and I ordered Tiramisu at the same time. What can I say I wish I didn't ordered Tiramisu, was like liquid not a proper Tiramisu. Never again..

My wife and I stopped at Fusee Rouge Café for breakfast on a road trip from Queenstown to…read moreAoraki/Mount Cook National Park. I ordered the Hunters Gold. Rich gamey ground venison with thyme, diced carrots and onions sat on a crumbly biscuit and was topped with a yolky fried egg. Overall, this was a quality stop for breakfast.

Good coffee, location is ideal with indoor and outdoor seating works for all year roundread more