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Pier

4.1 (55 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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What's the vibe?
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Espresso martini
Tara S.

We decided to have dinner at Pier while we were visiting Queenstown. The location is nice, we sat outdoors and the views of the water and shops is great. However the food was nothing special and the service was slow. We were seated fairly quickly, but then waited a very long time for the server to come to the table. We figured it had taken so long that we had better order our drinks, appetizers and entrees right then or who knows how long it would have taken. I had the risotto entree which was fine, and the espresso martini. My spouse had the lamb shank which had very little meat. No one really enjoyed the experience at Pier unfortunately.

Vince L.

It's easy to get overwhelmed in Queenstown trying to find a place to eat. Pier is as its name implies, right on the water. The location is why we picked the restaurant. Weather was nice, so the outdoor seating was appealing. Service was fairly quick. We chose the seafood linguine and venison pot pie. The pasta dish was great--the seafood was fresh and plentiful. The sauce was flavored with red bell pepper (capsicum) that went well with the seafood. It was light and did not overwhelm the dish. The pot pie was great as well. It's not something you can normally get, so it was a great. The puff pastry was baked just right, and the filling was flavorful. You pay by going up to the stand by the entrance and not at the table. I was wondering how they kept track of the tables. You just point to where you sat, and they pull up the bill. Remember what you ordered (especially the drinks) because they listed an additional item we didn't order. They were apologetic and corrected it, but it's always good to be aware, even if it's a simple mistake.

View from the outdoor patio
Courtney S.

This was our first and last stop for food while we were in Queenstown, and it was one of the best. I am from the US and I absolutely love caesar salads, and I must say their's was one of the better ones I had during the trip to Australia and NZ. However, the clam chowder takes the cake BY FAR. Overall the combo of salad, seafood chowder, and mulled wine was unmatched on a cold winter day. They have lots of heaters outside, so it was totally fine to sit outside and enjoy the gorgeous view, despite the cold weather. The brunch was great too, however the avocado toast wouldn't be my go-to again. The corn fritter was really good though!

Seafood chowder. Fish, salmon, crab and mussels.

The food was amazing! The view was spectacular from an al fresco table complete with umbrella and space heater. We had wine , the seafood chowder, the house salad, the ham and cheese croquettes. And a friend had the Brie stuffed chicken breast! Fabulous food but the wait staff was over worked and lacked the time to be attentive. I would recommend the Pier!

Menu specials

Had late lunch my wife ate the fish and chips and I had the Cesar salad with grilled chicken both fresh and delicious.

Brunch by the lake
Virna L.

Location is perfect if you love sitting under the sun overlooking the Wakatipu Lake. It's sunny and breezy today, a perfect day to have brunch after church. People are casually dressed but the place was classy. My breakfast came out before my latte which was a bit of a disappointment since I wanted my coffee way before my breakfast. Servers were apologetic and expressed that most of the customers just came in to order their cappuccino and espresso. Giving this place a 3.25 out of 5.

Parmesan Truffle Fries
Sara B.

DATE OF VISIT: end of February 2020 SERVICE: beyond 5 stars VIEWS: 5 stars FOOD: 5 stars RECOMMENDATIONS: Pan Seared Scallops, Truffle Parmesan Fries (see my pictures) LOW CARB OPTIONS: Oysters, Mussels, Pan Seared Scallops, Salmon Salad I chose this restaurant for their menu as I LOVE SEAFOOD and living in Arizona, we don't get much fresh seafood. It's a rather small menu but delicious, nonetheless. The staff was INCREDIBLY friendly and so helpful. We walked by in the afternoon and put our names down for dinner and they were so accommodating giving us a PRIME spot outside where we can stare at the absolutely spectacular views! There were actually customers that snuck in and sat on the patio right as we were going to be seated and the staff politely told them they had to wait for a table and got both us and them sat. I absolutely appreciate when staff steps up to make sure that everyone is honored. I am a sucker for scallops and would 100% order these again. They were seared perfectly (not overcooked). I wanted a little something more with my 3 scallops and the truffle parmesan fries were EXCELLENT. I am also picky about my fries, I don't like fries that are battered, I prefer them smooth but crispy and these were exactly that! This was almost a year ago and I still think about this meal! We plan on returning to Queenstown and this would definitely be on the list!

french toast, sausage, and avocado toast
Katie P.

Went to Pier for brunch and had a fantastic experience. The food was god-sent, and our drinks were marvelous! The french toast had a medley of flavors - the fruit was a great touch.

The beautiful patio with Mark and I relaxing!
Philip M.

Mark and I stopped here for a lite lunch after our mountain adventure. This place is right next to the lake and has prime views of the lake, the mountains and the pedestrian street scene. The location is prime and this is reflected in the prices. VERY expensive. We ordered the salt and pepper calamari for an appetizer. We ordered the Mount Vernon Sauvignon Blanc. We split a main dish of the fish and chips. The wine was incredible. The calamari was good. It was not breaded but was instead flash fried with a light dusting of herbs. It came with a spicy mayonnaise. It would have been better if fully breaded. The portion was very small for the price. The fish and chips was delicious. It came with two fish planks, coleslaw law and a generous portion of fries. The fish was light and delicious. The fries were hot and delicious! The coleslaw was good. Total price before tip was $95 NZD. Pricey but you are paying for the prime location and views. Service is good but not great. Overall we liked this place and would come back.

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Love this place! The scallops are amazing and their wine list is awesome too! definitely worth a visit here when you come to town!

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This place is right next to the lake and has prime views of the lake, the mountains and the pedestrian street scene.

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Vudu Cafe & Larder - vegan fritter

Vudu Cafe & Larder

4.3(130 reviews)
0.1 km
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Perfect start to my first trip here with a strong vanilla latte and a mocha. They have wonderful…read moreoutdoor seating and inside seating. We were seated fast and ordered 2 coffees and pancakes with a pastry. My biggest standout were the pancakes, I'm a simple guy who likes my pancakes and they were oh so fluffy, chewy, dense and honestly that filled me up surprisingly a lot because I wasn't expecting them to be so big. They put real cherries and cream on top. The serving sizes are definitely generous. I recommend them for their breakfast and coffee, especially for the central location, great view and seating areas.

A friend recommended this place to me so on one of the mornings I got up to try it out. I came in…read morearound 7:30am and there were only a few other tables occupied. I ordered my go-to breakfast item, which is their Vudu Benedict ($30NZD), along with a cup of their Housemade Lemon Honey Ginger ($6). You order at their counter in the middle of the shop, and then they give you a number to take to your table. The tea came out pretty quickly, and the benedict followed maybe about 10 minutes after. The benedict was good, and while there was only 1 egg, the whole thing stuffed me for hours afterwards. The bread at the bottom was definitely the most filling part, and I was struggling to finish it all. They had a glass display with various bakery items, and they looked so good I was so tempted to get something even though I was stuffed from the benedict. If I ever come back to Queenstown I would definitely be coming back here to try some of those bakery items.

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Vudu Cafe & Larder - Raspberry chia pudding. Amazing! Will go back for another.

Raspberry chia pudding. Amazing! Will go back for another.

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Yonder - Grilled Chicken Flatbread

Yonder

4.4(36 reviews)
0.2 km

Very rude staff. Good food, get ready to feel unimportant…read more Menu shows a fish option for dinner. Item did NOT indicate that it was breaded when other items clearly note "crumbed" or fried. Item arrived, deep fried and breaded. Okay - not the end of the world. Maybe it's my own mistake... here's where it gets nuts.... I told the waiter about the issue, said I don't mind even paying for the item because maybe my kids will eat it, but could I please order some grilled chicken instead. First, his response when I OFFERED TO PAY for an item that was ultimately their own miscommunication was "okay, good." Like, good, you SHOULD pay for this item. But then he proceeds to roll his eyes and get visibly upset that I asked to order (and pay for) an additional item that was grilled. I'm not a cheapskate, was even giving the benefit of the doubt that this could've been customer error (it wasn't, but let's just take ownership here, right?). But then to get visibly shamed by the waiter, not a single apology or helpful manner, just frustration and irritated behavior. So, I sent a note to them on instagram about the menu and the experience as I didn't want to just leave a review. They view the message, never reply or acknowledge. So, it tells me a lot about how they run their business. Funny thing is, we are there for breakfast and then came back for dinner. The food was good, but do NOT come here for service. We're easy going, not looking for a freebie, just wanted food AS LISTED on the menu. The waiter at one point came back and said "you know it's fried but still gluten free, right?" I acknowledged and said "yes, but it isn't about the gluten, I'm just not interested in fried fish." He became even more irritated because he felt I was being difficult by wanting to eat cleaner. That's WHY we wanted to eat here in the first place, because it IS SUPPOSED to be cleaner! Anyhow, I can see by recent reviews that this place is going downhill with the service. I get it, people can be difficult, but don't shame customers that are polite and trying to do the right thing. We've been in restaurant service before, I know it's tough; but also, level up and take responsibility and check the ego at the door. PS: Turkish Eggs with Brekkie were out of this world delicious.

What a beautiful restaurant! They offer indoor and outdoor seating and both have great ambiance!…read moreThe service was friendly but a bit slow. Full disclosure they told me upfront that it would be about a 30min wait once my order was placed and it took about that much time. No biggie, we are on island time! I ordered coffee, chili egg toast with bacon and a side of fries. All were delicious but it was entirely too much food for one person. I could have done without the tasty fries. I would recommended you try this place but be patient or choose another spot if you're in a hurry. High recommend you give it a try!

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Yonder - Vegan crispy tofu bowl

Vegan crispy tofu bowl

Yonder - Whiskey sour (left) and spicy margarita (right)

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Whiskey sour (left) and spicy margarita (right)

Pier - seafood - Updated May 2026

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