Food was superb!!! What a treat. We had the vegetarian falafel, steak and fish of the day. With a…read moreside of the crispy potatoes. All were amazing. Our server was lovely. Wine was delicious. And the restaurant has great vibes. Do note they eat early around here and the host needed permission from the kitchen to seat us at 7:45. So glad they did!

The Apple Shed came highly recommended for their beer battered fish and chips, despite the price…read more My partner and I came here to order the fish and chips, but when we did, our waiter told us that they didn't serve fish and chips. He sent us to the Smokehouse next door. Confused, we looked at the menu they have displayed outside and it says 'Beer Battered Fish & Chips.' We ended up going to the Smokehouse and had a wonderful experience. AND we didn't have to spend $32 on one dish to do so.

We had a great time. Service was fine, but wine flights were diverse and delicious! And the pizza…read morewas yummy.

From the owner: Rimu Wine Bar at the Mapua Wharf offers an extensive range of premium Nelson region wines and a few…read morefavourites from New Zealand and around the world. All wines are available to taste, by the glass and by the bottle. You can also purchase wines and beers to take home. Rimu also has a range of quality whiskeys, ports and liqueurs, along with some of the finest craft beers available. Enjoy our wood fired pizzas, platters, or bring in your fish and chips from the Smokehouse to enjoy with your drinks. Watch out for special events over the winter months and come and enjoy the evening with friends in front of our roaring fire.

I went for my dad's birthday the Food was absolutely delicious. I had the squid, The only thing i…read morecould add is that the squid could of had more flavor. I couldn't really taste it and I think that would really make it stand out. The service was awesome the guy we had serving us was an absolute legend. I quite like the type of ambiance it gives here listening to the birds and looking out at the ocean.

The location is lovely- no doubt- however our hostess was uncharacteristically not very service…read moreoriented nor kiwi- kind, unfortunately. For me, her attitude toward us really disappointed me. The greeting for our party of 5 (2 of which were hearing and sight impaired) was met with an eye roll and rude comment. The group didn't hear her but I certainly did- If I were the owner, I would use my review as a urgency for the training opportunity for the unwelcoming woman with the nose ring who was front of house . The food was average at best. Soup for $32 had dreadfully overcooked fish and regrettable underseasoned broth. Shrimp toast was greasy and heavy- the "flatbread" was Fat Bread. The salmon was fresh and I enjoyed that. I supposed if we were actually treated nicely upon arrival My husband tipped, as he does, which was a bit confusing to the staff but welcomed.

Golden Bear Brewing is a local pub at Mapua Wharf. It's usually packed with locals on weekends…read more(Fri-Sun.) They have a live band playing every Friday night and it's a great place to enjoy some locally brewed beer while sitting by the water. It gets a bit quieter during the weekdays. You can get a takeout from The Smokehouse (just around the corner) and they let you eat it on their patio as long as you order drinks from them. Beer + fish & chips = perfect combination!

The restaurant was very quiet for Sunday lunch, yet they managed to forget the meal orders of 3 out…read moreof our 10-guest group. When reminded that most had almost finished their meals yet 3 had not even been given their food yet, the woman in charge apologised and explained that they had a shortage of staff. The 3 orders had not gone through to the kitchen. It was too late to have my lunch order prepared so I got a refund. Very disappointing with the service. The food consists of a very limited Mexican menu, that hasn't changed for a year or two, consisting of overpriced finger food. Very disappointing overall.

What a refreshing rustic restaurant and fresh food market located in Motueka. Loved the natural,…read morerustic, and open restaurant area located just past the doors upon entering the food market, its expansive floor plan rotating between different indoor and outdoor areas. They are family-owned and operated, the love and attention put into the natural, wooded space quite apparent. Menu items are sourced locally so they are as fresh as possible. I had the Lamb Burger with their "world famous" slow roasted lamb patty, topped with a fresh picked salad, mint jelly, and tomato salsa. The lamb burger patty was actually shredded meat -- rather than minced -- and packed into a puck. It was a little tough to tear the meat, a fork coming in handy to eventually deconstruct the burger. The salad portion was extraordinary as well, requiring the use of the fork to pick away at it before crafting the burger/ sandwich. Overall though, it was ultra yummy, scrumptious burger, the mint jelly combo enhancing the enjoyability greatly. It left me feeling satiated though not overly bloated. The freshness was prominent indeed. Beers were flowing and while they claim to host a keg of nearby Hop Federation, the single offering was somewhat basic (a pilsener). I actually opted for a local Pinot Noir, a lovely pairing with the Lamb Burger. The TOAD Hall is an easy option while in Motueka and Tasman area!

Toad Hall Cafe is a gem! Beautiful and slightly rustic restaurant with a lovely country store…read moreattached. Excellent menu for breakfast and lunch (my boys LOVED the Biscoff French Toast, I enjoyed the eggs Benedict on sour dough and excellent coffee). Outdoor play area for kids, some lovely outdoor seating too. We may actually eat here all 3 days of our trip to the area!

I am HUGELY remiss in posting a review. Today my daughter called me "remember that place in Nelson…read moreNZ with the smoked manhattan drinks?" Oh yes I do, in fact it was a highlight of places we visited in New Zealand. Inside is a pretty classic setting. Black tablecloths with white butcher paper. Clean, cozy. The first thing we noticed was this very small bar with 6 tiers of shelves hosting all sorts of spirits and alcohol, and the bar tender was ever so gracious. Our table wasn't quite ready but we enjoyed our chat with the bartender and honestly could have waited longer. The menu for drinks and food was immediately appealing. We tried their smoked manhattans. Delicious. They made it at the table and that was just fun. I got their scallops. Fresh, simple goodness. We shared their fries and I rolled my eyes. Great food, service and overall a charming relaxed and gem of a place in Nelson. Highly recommend!

A delightful setting with great seafood. Ok you hungry travelers tired of mediocre tourist food--…read moretry Cod and Lobster in the town of Nelson. Named after the British Admiral but hey, hi there anyway. Fresh is the name of the game here. You want it, they have it. A beautiful setting. Inside and out. I love it didn't feel touristy. Crazy good bar- see pic-- and great wine list. A lot of great regional pinot noir. Fairly priced for very high quality. I paid around $90 NZ for a hard to get delicious bottle. Try Burnt Cottage if you're into Pinot. Go here. Don't hesitate

Came after the WOW exhibit, which is just across the street for a drink. I had the 5 malt old dark…read moreand it was great. Looks pretty busy current and a good atmosphere. Good place for a drink. Also close to airport. FREE WIFI

My pizza was delicious and my husband enjoyed his burger. Sweet ambiance, relaxed laid back…read morerestaurant with good food. Clean establishment : )

Ronnie was there to greet us at the door. Try to figure out the word of the day from the jumble of…read moreletters on the blackboard

Our tour guide from Red Carpet Tours recommended this pizza spot and they didn't disappoint! The…read moreowners were clearly real Italians as the food was incredible and our waitress even let me practice speaking Italian with her! We tried the La Mafiosa pizza and the Godfather pizza. Both were delicious! The panna cotta dessert was amazing too! I highly recommend this place if you are in the Nelson, NZ area! Grazie mille!

Once I figured out that Stefano's is inside and up the stairs of the movie theatre..... I…read moreretrieved my 3 Large pizzas. Make a note, large means LARGE!!! They were all fabulous.