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MEEEEAAAATTT! MEEEAAAATTTT! MEAT! MEAT! MEAT! Flame Bar & Grill has the meat! This place was one I wanted to go while in Queenstown. It's located along Beach Street, right across Aotea Gifts. Reservations is recommended as the first night we went, it was fully booked. The restaurant is open and spacious. Good atmosphere! The dining area is on the 2nd level, and you have clear views of Lake Wakatipu. Though, it needs bigger windows! Looking at the menu, it was hard to decide because there are SO many choices, so much meat, and I always want to try everything! There were a few course options, such as the Steak Board Selection, Flame Mixed Grill, and Flame's Best. We decided to go with the Flame's Best. It was A LOT OF FOOD. The dishes felt like they were full sized dishes! Started with the Baked Cheese Balls. These were delicious! Warm, cheesy, and tasty. The bread was toasty outside with a soft inside. Next was a choice of Mozambique prawns, or an assorted entree of Crispy Calamari, Buffalo Wings, and Boerewors Sausage. Let's go with the one with the most food! The Calamari was good! Soft, tender, and tasty. The batter was light, but not very crispy. The accompanying Peri Peri sauce was good! Ended up using this to dip other things. The Buffalo Wings were okay. The wings were on the small, less meaty side, and ate a little tough. The char was great, and the sauce was good. Not overpowering as US-style Buffalo wings. The Boerewors sausage was really good. Meaty, tender, rich, and tasty. The Chimichurri sauce was excellent! Fries were good. Crispy with soft inside, and well seasoned. Next up were the main dishes, and these were pretty big portions! The Skewered Lamb was good. It wasn't lamby at all, had a nice char, and tasty glaze. The pieces were quite big, and some pieces were a little overcooked and slightly on the tough side. The accompanying slaw was very good. Bright, light, and really helped cut the heavy meats. The Rib Eye steak was perfect. Nicely seasoned, cooked to a nice medium rare with a solid char. It was already sliced! The steak with the delicious, flavorful Flame Creamy Mushroom sauce (also included in the FEAST) was excellent! The Peri Peri Chicken was decent. The skin had great flavor, crispy, and a nice char. The meat was on the dry and bland side though. Now for the star, and Flame's Signature dish, the Pork Ribs. The BBQ glaze was tasty. The ribs didn't WOW me. The meat wasn't as tender or juicy or fall off the bone as I imagined. It was slightly on the tough and dry side. Overcooked? Overall, this was a quite the meal! If you want to try everything, bring your appetite, and choose the FEAST Flame's Best. It was unfortunate we couldn't finish everything and couldn't take it home (no kitchen in hotel). Because all the food was flavorful, and most of the meat were good. This place really has a nice atmosphere and environment. The menu is extensive and had a nice selection of drinks. Service was great. Friendly and attentive servers. Food came out quickly. I'd come here again and will probably order other things (and request a window table!). Flame On!
It was one of the options that was open after 9pm for dinner in the Queenstown area, the others were closed or were not serving food. Food was served in a timely manner and I loved that they had salads as an options. One thing that I noticed is that servers rotate so you're not assigned only one server and they all help out each other. My only complaint was the feather that I found embedded in my wing. The beet salad was great, I would go back for another one.
First meal in NZ and it was the right choice. Loved the ribs and the surprise stand out were the prawns. It may have been the best dish of the night. Service was good. Refilled water timely. Ambiance was great since there's plenty of seating and space away from others so it's not too noisy.
All the meats on one plate, sausage, chicken, ribs.., and ribeye. The problem here is with the exception of the sausage and chicken which were overcooked and just okay the other meats were slathered in a cloyingly sweet sauce that was tasty initially but became very tiresome quickly. An American chain restaurant called Chili's does the same thing disguising average quality meat with heaps of sauces. Quality meat restaurants want the food to speak for itself and limit seasonings. If you try this restaurant as for the sauces in the side, maybe they'll do that, probably not.
VISIT: end of February 2020 VIEW: if you can sit on the enclosed balcony, it has a GREAT view of lake wakatipu and Earnslaw Park RESERVATIONS: highly recommended (for the time of the year we went, we barely squeezed into get a table this night) WHAT WE ATE: rib-eye and fragrant lamb skewer PRICE: decent considering the quality of the meat (we would pay more in America) We were recommended Flame by our tour guide from our Around the Basin Bike tour. My husband was looking to have venison and lamb (2 types of meat that are difficult to find at home) and they were recommended and did not disappoint. I got steak, because I love steak and it was delicious! In fact, it's been almost a year and my husband brought up this place the other day - it's definitely stayed with us. We showed up after our tour and they were just able to squeeze us in before another reservation, so I do recommend reservations, if you can get them. WOULD I RETURN HERE: 100% WOULD I PLAN TO STOP HERE ON A TRIP: Yes. I don't think it's anything you'd miss if you didn't get to stop here, but for meat lovers, I thought it was definitely a great stop - plus we got the balcony, so the views were amazing!
This place was great! The restaurant is upstairs, where you have a stunning view looking at Lake Wakatipu. The service is friendly and prompt. After walking around Queenstown, I just wanted some hearty chowder, and this place really hit the spot. It was amazing! The chowder was chock full of seafood and the creamy soup was delightfully seasoned with dill. Seriously, one of the best chowders I have ever had. My husband ordered a cheeseburger and fries, and I tasted both- very good! Then we decided to partake in their Mars Bars Brûlée- a delicious end to our meal. Overall, I really enjoyed aflame Bar and Grill and would be back if I ever make it to Queenstown again.
Flame was a relaxing place to enjoy a good meal of good meat. For our dinner, we enjoyed the lamb skewer which was dramatically presented hanging down over the plate and the half rack of ribs. Both were delicious as were the accompanying fries. The space features lots of plants and windows that, on the day we were there, were open to bring in the breeze. Their signature dessert was very theatrical as it is set aflame right at your table. It was a fun way to end a very satisfying dinner. read more
This place is known for their ribs and steak. It was bustling and difficult to get seating, but since I was solo, I got a spot at the bar. The interior was rustic, spacious, with a warm and comforting ambiance. I wanted to try a little of everything, so ordered the Flame Mixed Grill ($67 NZ), which consisted of famous Ribs, grilled Sirloin Steak, Boerewors Sausage, rotisserie Peri Peri Chicken, along with roasted baby potatoes with sour cream. This took awhile to come out, but it was worth it! Ribs were sticky in a bold, smoky, tangy, savory BBQ sauce. The meat was delightfully tender. Steak was cooked perfectly, succulent, and well seasoned. Sausage was slightly charred and quite juicy, paired wonderfully with flavorful chimichurri. Chicken was not really my favorite, as I found it lacked flavor and was a bit dry. Potatoes were soft and pillowy that worked nicely with the creamy sour cream, but only 3 small ones. Service was solid. The waitress was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was tasty and it was a lovely, hearty feast of a dinner! read more
A Must-Visit for Steak Lovers in Queenstown! If you're a fan of steak, this place is a must. We went with the two-person option, which came with a perfectly cooked sirloin, ribeye, and filet-- they let us have the filet cooked medium rare and the other two medium which was nice. It also included two potato sides (could have one of each or pick the same potato for both options) and a fresh salad for each of us. Don't skip the sauces! The rattlesnake and peppercorn sauces were both incredible and paired beautifully with everything on the plate. Service was top-notch--friendly, fast, and professional. While waiting, we enjoyed a couple of well-made cocktails and a great view of the boardwalk through the window. We didn't have a reservation but were lucky they could fit us in--definitely recommend booking ahead if you can. All in all, this spot is a highlight in Queenstown's dining scene. Delicious food, great atmosphere, and excellent service! read more
MEEEEAAAATTT! MEEEAAAATTTT! MEAT! MEAT! MEAT! Flame Bar & Grill has the meat! This place was one I wanted to go while in Queenstown. It's located along Beach Street, right across Aotea Gifts. Reservations is recommended as the first night we went, it was fully booked. The restaurant is open and spacious. Good atmosphere! The dining area is on the 2nd level, and you have clear views of Lake Wakatipu. Though, it needs bigger windows! Looking at the menu, it was hard to decide because there are SO many choices, so much meat, and I always want to try everything! There were a few course options, such as the Steak Board Selection, Flame Mixed Grill, and Flame's Best. We decided to go with the Flame's Best. It was A LOT OF FOOD. The dishes felt like they were full sized dishes! Started with the Baked Cheese Balls. These were delicious! Warm, cheesy, and tasty. The bread was toasty outside with a soft inside. Next was a choice of Mozambique prawns, or an assorted entree of Crispy Calamari, Buffalo Wings, and Boerewors Sausage. Let's go with the one with the most food! The Calamari was good! Soft, tender, and tasty. The batter was light, but not very crispy. The accompanying Peri Peri sauce was good! Ended up using this to dip other things. The Buffalo Wings were okay. The wings were on the small, less meaty side, and ate a little tough. The char was great, and the sauce was good. Not overpowering as US-style Buffalo wings. The Boerewors sausage was really good. Meaty, tender, rich, and tasty. The Chimichurri sauce was excellent! Fries were good. Crispy with soft inside, and well seasoned. Next up were the main dishes, and these were pretty big portions! The Skewered Lamb was good. It wasn't lamby at all, had a nice char, and tasty glaze. The pieces were quite big, and some pieces were a little overcooked and slightly on the tough side. The accompanying slaw was very good. Bright, light, and really helped cut the heavy meats. The Rib Eye steak was perfect. Nicely seasoned, cooked to a nice medium rare with a solid char. It was already sliced! The steak with the delicious, flavorful Flame Creamy Mushroom sauce (also included in the FEAST) was excellent! The Peri Peri Chicken was decent. The skin had great flavor, crispy, and a nice char. The meat was on the dry and bland side though. Now for the star, and Flame's Signature dish, the Pork Ribs. The BBQ glaze was tasty. The ribs didn't WOW me. The meat wasn't as tender or juicy or fall off the bone as I imagined. It was slightly on the tough and dry side. Overcooked? Overall, this was a quite the meal! If you want to try everything, bring your appetite, and choose the FEAST Flame's Best. It was unfortunate we couldn't finish everything and couldn't take it home (no kitchen in hotel). Because all the food was flavorful, and most of the meat were good. This place really has a nice atmosphere and environment. The menu is extensive and had a nice selection of drinks. Service was great. Friendly and attentive servers. Food came out quickly. I'd come here again and will probably order other things (and request a window table!). Flame On! read more
1 year ago
It was one of the options that was open after 9pm for dinner in the Queenstown area, the others were closed or were not serving food. Food was served in a timely manner and I loved that they had salads as an options. One thing that I noticed is that servers rotate so you're not assigned only one server and they all help out each other. My only complaint was the feather that I found embedded in my wing. The beet salad was great, I would go back for another one. read more
First meal in NZ and it was the right choice. Loved the ribs and the surprise stand out were the prawns. It may have been the best dish of the night. Service was good. Refilled water timely. Ambiance was great since there's plenty of seating and space away from others so it's not too noisy. read more
3 months ago
6 months ago
All the meats on one plate, sausage, chicken, ribs.., and ribeye. The problem here is with the exception of the sausage and chicken which were overcooked and just okay the other meats were slathered in a cloyingly sweet sauce that was tasty initially but became very tiresome quickly. An American chain restaurant called Chili's does the same thing disguising average quality meat with heaps of sauces. Quality meat restaurants want the food to speak for itself and limit seasonings. If you try this restaurant as for the sauces in the side, maybe they'll do that, probably not. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
3 years ago
Stopped by as my cousin recommended. Great food & attentive waiter. Ordered the half ribs and skewer, which was perfect for one person read more
VISIT: end of February 2020 VIEW: if you can sit on the enclosed balcony, it has a GREAT view of lake wakatipu and Earnslaw Park RESERVATIONS: highly recommended (for the time of the year we went, we barely squeezed into get a table this night) WHAT WE ATE: rib-eye and fragrant lamb skewer PRICE: decent considering the quality of the meat (we would pay more in America) We were recommended Flame by our tour guide from our Around the Basin Bike tour. My husband was looking to have venison and lamb (2 types of meat that are difficult to find at home) and they were recommended and did not disappoint. I got steak, because I love steak and it was delicious! In fact, it's been almost a year and my husband brought up this place the other day - it's definitely stayed with us. We showed up after our tour and they were just able to squeeze us in before another reservation, so I do recommend reservations, if you can get them. WOULD I RETURN HERE: 100% WOULD I PLAN TO STOP HERE ON A TRIP: Yes. I don't think it's anything you'd miss if you didn't get to stop here, but for meat lovers, I thought it was definitely a great stop - plus we got the balcony, so the views were amazing! read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Calamari and Prawn appetizers, on point we shared the sampler meat platter, awesome. The place has a cool vibe. Our waitress was over worked but did an excellent job! So happy wee tried this place. read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
This place was great! The restaurant is upstairs, where you have a stunning view looking at Lake Wakatipu. The service is friendly and prompt. After walking around Queenstown, I just wanted some hearty chowder, and this place really hit the spot. It was amazing! The chowder was chock full of seafood and the creamy soup was delightfully seasoned with dill. Seriously, one of the best chowders I have ever had. My husband ordered a cheeseburger and fries, and I tasted both- very good! Then we decided to partake in their Mars Bars Brûlée- a delicious end to our meal. Overall, I really enjoyed aflame Bar and Grill and would be back if I ever make it to Queenstown again. read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
We were really hungry after the Segway activity around town and was recommended to come here for lunch. Parking is really tough to find in New Zealand. In addition, most parking spaces were either 15 or 30 minutes. So set your alarm because your tire will get marked! We parked kind of far and had to walk to the restaurant. To get to the actual restaurant you have to climb two flights of stairs. The restaurant is not too big. You have the option of sitting inside with no view or outside with a view (enclosed balcony seating). The hostess was busy with doing who knows what, but she had us waited at the entrance for a while before seating us. We were seated in the enclosed balcony seating area by choice. Love the view! We ordered: --tasting platter (serves 4) included chicken wings, ribs, calamari and boerewors, chips (French fries) and accompaniments (two side sauces--chutney and aioli). It's 45 NZD. We've had better ribs, chicken wings elsewhere. Ribs and chicken wings were boiled and slathered with BBQ sauce. There were no char to either one. Boerewors (sausage) was dry and bland. Calamari, however, was pretty yummy. We wanted some hot sauce for the food and had to pay extra 2.5 NZD for peri-peri sauce (a hot and spicy Mozambique speciality). Sauce was delicious! --coke: 4.5 NZD and there's no refills. --rooibos tea: 3.5 NZD and there's no refills. read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
Best meal of our trip to New Zealand, hands down. Steak cooked to order with side of chips. I absolutely recommend the lamb skewers with a side of peppercorn sauce...I could have licked the plate once I finished! My brother did his best to eat a full rack of ribs...delicious meal. The GM does a fantastic job keeping the restaurant moving and customers happy. I would recommend this to anyone and everyone traveling to Queenstown...keep in mind, probably not a good restaurant for vegetarians read more
Very good food!!! Great little spot to eat some man food, great location attentive friendly service! Menu gives a good list but not to much to confuse you. Almost would have got 5 stars but my dessert was a little dry and the room can be quite noisy at times. I would highly recommend the Prawn entree, comes with this tasty creamy peri peri sauce lt is SO freaking delicious I could have ate 3! I would like to visit again - also order a cocktail very nice selection I had a espresso martini and YUM read more
7 years ago
Delicious food. Recommend making reservations, they get very full. They have a nice indoor patio area that overlooks the lake. We ordered their ribs and steak, and must have been some of the best we've had. The meat was tender and full of flavor. Also had the green-lipped muscles (highly recommend) and mocktails. read more
4 years ago
We went for lunch today and had a great meal. I had the ribs and chips with a side of mushroom sauce. Very tasty. They even had real iced tea. Our waiter, Neil, from CA was quite the charmer and had a sexy, flirty vibe. An added bonus! read more
Okay we only come here for ribs!!! And it's consistently amazing here every year we came! I do really want there sauce recipe or a bottle of the sauce if they sell them ! I see others order steak and skewer platter they all look great , however I don't think I will ever have a chance to try those as I cannot stay away from their ribs , we order a full rib ( $35 ) and a salad to share , more than enough for us. Don't miss out on this rib place if you are in Queenstown. read more
8 years ago
10 years ago
One of our favorites places to DRINK and EAT. We had gone to FLAME BAR & GRILL, to check out the menu and have a drink trying to figure out where to have dinner. Although, it was too early for dinner and too late for lunch, the bartender talked us into coming back for dinner. Dinner was FANTASTIC!! We had Prawns, a Caesar Salad and Salmon. Can say enough about all three dishes. The service was impeccable! Would I return ABSOLUTELY!! read more
10 years ago
If you love sauces, this place is for you. There are a bunch of flavorful sauces to try from, each do cost extra but there are also plenty of sauces on the dishes as well. We ordered the lamb cutlets, medium rare. They were tender and smothered in a lovely bbq sauce. The chips were also lightly salted. Extra sauce was not needed for this dish. Also ordered the seafood platter for two. The salad came with simple greens and light dressing. Calamari was a little bland but good to dip with. Mussels were delicious, by far my favorite. The sauce that it came with was very creamy and rich. Shrimp had a different sauce with a kick, great flavor. The bread is fantastic to dip with all the different sauces and the rice was well done. The service and sitting arrangements could have improved. After making a reservation, they placed us at a table directly next to the hostess stand, which was very uncomfortable. Our view and general surround sound was of people coming in and requesting for tables. This table would be more appropriate as a stand for menus or water. 4 star for food 1 star for service/experience read more
7 years ago
8 years ago
We ate here twice during our time in Queenstown. The food was absolutely delicious. The first time, we had the Caesar salad and the Fillet combo. The second time, we had the garlic bread, ribs, and peri peri chicken. The meat was cooked perfectly and had so much flavor. Everything was so awesome. We also had the Don Pedro dessert cocktail, which was FANTASTIC. Would highly recommend. read more
6 years ago
Very nice food! One of the best food we had in Queenstown! Lovely staff with good services. read more
6 years ago
8 years ago
If you are heading to Queenstown, New Zealand ... this restaurant is NOT to be missed. Wonderful staff brings some of the best meat you've ever had ... more than you can eat (but save room for an awesome desert) ... and reasonably priced. Huge plate of fall off the bone ribs, melt in your mouth steaks, and a combo plate to die for. Just do this! read more
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61 Beach Street
Queenstown 9300
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