Joe's Garage

Iconic burgers eatery with such high flow of foodies... fast moving with limited seatings…read more Beers are good pairing (local plus). Interesting meats besides standard... looking to try lamb. Best to diet before to much intake

In our Queenstown research, we of course discovered Fergburger and knew we had to try it as two…read moreburger fans from the states. The first time we went was for lunch after ziplining when we had hit the line at a surprisingly short time. It moved quickly and we received our deluxe fergburger within 10 minutes of ordering. It was ginormous, but so so good! We had ordered squid rings as a side which were also solid. It was so good, we ended up coming back for breakfast to get an egg sandwich. Just as enormous, and yummy, as our lunch the previous day was!

Limited indoor seating

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Devil Burger

4.2(61 reviews)

0.1 km

Solid burger restaurant! We didn't want to wait in the Fergburger line so ended up at Devil Burger…read more My burger was great, full of flavor! I forget the name but it had pineapple and bacon. I also tried a few bites of the Bleu Cheese burger with the roasted pears, it was also delicious! And as for the Curry Fries, I could have eaten them all myself! The prices were reasonable and the kids' meals were good sized compared to most. You order at the counter and find a seat inside. There's not a ton of seating but it looks like you could get it to go and sit by the lake very easily. I would eat at Devil Burger again for sure!

Worst burger I have had in NZ. All dry bun and a mediocre patty. Stay away from this place. Ugh!read more

Steak Burger

Devil Burger split in half to share

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Garlic cheese chips

Fergbaker

4.6(92 reviews)

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Love that Fergbaker is open late and the meatpies and almond croissant was delicious. We got a…read moresteak and cheese meatpie while waiting in line for Fergbaker and it was worth it. Service is quick and compared to Fergburger, there was rarely a line. Also limited seating since it's the same block as Fergburger, Mrs. ferg and FergBar.

I practically lived on their quinoa and black bean sandwiches my entire time visiting Queenstown!…read morelol It was incredibly flavorful, hearty, and satisfying. If you're a vegan traveler using Queenstown as a base for long day trips, I highly recommend grabbing a few of these Sammie's to go. They are perfect for taking along on excursions. Be sure to arrive early because the lines get very long and popular items sell out quickly. Even my non-vegan relatives were obsessed with the pastries, so it is truly a spot where everyone can find something to love.

Meatpies

Steak and cheese Meatpie

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Beef & Cheese Pie

Flame Bar & Grill

4.3(74 reviews)

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Flame was a relaxing place to enjoy a good meal of good meat. For our dinner, we enjoyed the lamb…read moreskewer 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.

This place is known for their ribs and steak. It was bustling and difficult to get seating, but…read moresince 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!

Mixed grill for two

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Inside

Public Kitchen & Bar

4.3(107 reviews)

0.3 km

Fabulous Italian food with a beautiful view of the water. We had the Fruiti de Mare and Bolognese…read more Delicious!

There were many great options and I had a hard time picking what to order. I ordered the oysters…read moretempura which were delicious. I thought the lamb rack could use more seasoning and was a bit too bland for my taste. Love the outdoors and the lake scenery which made my experience more enjoyable.

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The Fat Lamb

4.6(5 reviews)

0.1 km

I'm a sucker for fun restaurant names, and The Fat Lamb easily enticed me. The elegant and romantic…read moreinterior is contrasted amusing works of art featuring lamb(what else?). It was a slow Sunday night, so we were seated promptly and provided with friendly attentive service. $37NZ Lamb Osso Buco...I'm not sure what part of the lamb I was eating, but it they were tasty tender pieces on the bone. The cous cous made a fine light starch which soaked up the juices nicely. $22NZ Moroccan Lamb Kebabs...the wife wasn't too hungry, so she ordered this appetizer/entree as her main course...these kebabs were seasoned perfectly and far more flavorful than my Osso Buco. They should turn this into a main course! Unfortunately I didn't get to eat here again, but I would definitely eat here again on my next visit.

We really enjoyed dinner at the Fat Lamb. The lamb ragu pappardelle was fantastic and full of…read moreflavor. The fresh homemade pasta was delicious. Nice intimate atmosphere inside with a fireplace, as well as ample outdoor seating in a busy tourist district. Good people watching spot right in the middle of everything. Service was good, and we enjoyed our meals.

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Bespoke Kitchen

4.7(70 reviews)

0.4 km

Food and service, both amazing! Really delicious & "farm to table" style. Even the decor is cozy,…read morecasual and cute! The juice is super refreshing, can really taste the freshness! Love the straw.... will definitely be back here. It's on the way to the gondola... great stop before or after the ride!

Such a great vegan-friendly menu. The vegan blueberry/blackberry pancakes were to die for and…read morefreshly-squeezed juice was incredible. I wish I could've come back and tried all of the many vegan menu items, which included: Vegan cake Vegan Benedict Vegan mushroom burger Smoothies This place is super cute and walkable from the center of town. I highly recommend!

Pre-made options and bakery items

Karage Chicken Burger

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Karage Chicken Burger

Mrs Ferg

4.6(23 reviews)

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Delicious meat pies! Our favorite food of the trip!…read more PARKING: Some street parking available, we opted to park in the paid lots nearby. LOCATION: Right next to Ferg Burgers, be sure to stand in the right line. The line to Ferg Burgers is often very long & out the door, whereas the line for the bakery is often quite short. SERVICE: Efficient. You place your order and your items are handed to you quickly. FOOD: We tried a couple of the meat pies (steak & lamb) and were surprised by how delicious they were. The crust was flaky and the meat was warm and perfectly seasoned. We also loved the brownie, which was fudgy but not too sweet. There is no place to eat in the shop itself, so we took our food to a nearby area and enjoyed the pies there. It was a bit chilly so the pies were absolutely perfect.

The deliciousness can be seen and smelled From…read moreThe moment you step inside. What amazing gelato and sorbets.

Halumi cheese croissant- made to order

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Panna cotta & Figs and Manuka Honey

Slow Cuts

4.5(10 reviews)

17.0 km

We asked one of the local shop owners for a recommendation and the recommended slow cuts. Well the…read moreservice was excellent and the lamb special was even better. We also had the Mac it too was great. Very clean, nice fireplace great ambiance. The local that recommended this place got it on the nose. Thanks to all the staff, great place

Definitely a go to place while in Arrowtown. Was pleasantly surprised that the Chinese restaurant…read morebeside it was closed, as this forced us to eat here. Do their burgers, both the classic beef and the buttermilk chicken are good. And don't forget the fried smashed potatoes, served with aioli and tomato sauce (nope that's not ketchup), really amazing. Outdoor and indoor seating available!

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Cuban sandwich... One of the best sandwiches I've ever had

Ivy and Lolas

4.4(78 reviews)

0.3 km

Came here for a glass of mulled wine to slowly wind the day away on vacation. Unbeknownst to me, I…read morearrived with only 30 minutes left before they closed. Despite that, staff was kind and attentive, not rushing to close. The mulled wine hit the spot and sitting outside, even in winter, is well worth the views. There was also a woman singing opera on the wharf - drinks and show. Very nice spot.

Very attentive service and good flavors. Just beware if you order the meat trio, you should have at…read moreleast 2-3 people to take it on. 4 to be safe. Try the mussels and squid for sure.