Yum. After flying into town and walking to the gondola we were hungry! I started with the…read moreGinger Vodka drink to mix things up and it was mighty fine. I'm always in search of the perfect ribeye steak and this one was pretty fine. Chips were nice and crispy and the salad was nice and cold. Overall an excellent meal.

On a cold rainy day, stopping in for pub food, smooth beer, and warm vibes was the perfect idea to…read moreraise our traveling moods. In a previous town, I had a taster of Speights Old 5 Dark Mild Ale-enjoying the mild roasty creamy blend, but didn't have time for a full pour- so I was delighted, when walking through Queenstown, to discover Speights Alehouse, realizing this was my opportunity for a full pour. We dined during the lunch hour, in which we were able to choose from a lunch hour $15 plate special; ordering a fish & chips- and an off-special regular menu lamb shank w.mashed potatoes & peas \ Inside, the building has a quaint historic feeling, like going back in time to the local 1876 pub. We sat in front of a woodburning fireplace, enjoying the warmth and ambiance..along with our full pours Our dishes were hearty; food for the belly and soul- the meats melted in our mouths, everything tasted like home cooking (like we were visiting a friend cooking NZ specialties for us, versus more takeaway). Well-seasoned, large portions. Would recommend a lunch-time visit.

We enjoyed the sweeping views during our tasting at Mt. Difficulty in 2019…read more The winery itself is perched on a ridge that offers beautiful sight lines to Lake Dunstan and the surrounding mountains, and we enjoyed relaxing and taking it all in on their patio. Honestly, the views alone were worth the $2 NZD tasting fee (based on their website, it looks like that fee may have been raised since our visit). They also poured plenty of wine to cover that fee. The wine itself was forgettable. There was a drinkable Chardonnay, and it helped us enjoy the views, but that's about it. The staff was pleasant, and although the cellar door got quite crowded by the time we departed, the facility was big enough to handle the scrum rather well. I'm rating this at a generous four for two reasons: (1) we enjoyed our visit, and honestly we enjoy tasting and talking about wine whether the juice is distinguished or not. (2) We didn't eat in their restaurant. The menu looked enticing, and I'll grant that this could have significantly elevated our good experience. If you're passing through on Highway 6, Mt. Difficulty is worth a stop on a sunny day.

Our second winery (of three) was at Mt. Difficulty after our server at another winery recommended…read morewe check this place out in Bannockburn. It's a very popular spot! We dropped in on a Tuesday (around noon) and it was busy. The restaurant (only open at lunch) was completely full so make sure you make reservations if you want to eat here. Your tastings get comped if you dine in otherwise it's only $2.00 NZD/person. You get 5 wine tastings (four regular wines plus one of your choice from the entire list). Our server, Nicki, was chatty and outgoing. We found out Bannockburn is known for their pinot noirs. - Roaring Meg central otago pinot noir 2014 - not as good as the second pinot noir. - Mt Difficulty Bannockburn pinot noir 2016 - this is their bread and butter winner. Very smooth and apparently goes great with Thai green curry. - Mt Difficulty Bannockburn sauvignon blanc 2016 - not as good as the ones we had in the Marlborough region. - Mt Difficulty Bannockburn target riesling 2016 - unmemorable. It was a medium sweet style. - Mt Difficulty long gully chenin blanc 2017 - this was delicious. It smells like guava and had a smooth, tropical citrus flavour to it. We considered getting a bottle ($30.00 NZD) but had too many already. - Roaring Meg Central Otago pinot noir rosé 2017 - this one was decent but it pales in comparison to the chenin blanc. Try/buy the chenin blanc! Another cool winery with a solid wine tasting.

Fun spot for a brew in the area! The murals and decor in this place are awesome, as is the…read morebartender service. Sadly there aren't any NA options, so I'd love to see that added. My partner got the flight and enjoyed it. They have some hilarious decor and signs, and often bring in a food truck. They offer some cool swag, and my partner got a sweet hat here!

Love this gem we found right in Wanaka after visiting the Wanaka tree. Doesn't look like much, but…read moreit is great! Good beers, nice ambiance indoors and outdoors, pet friendly, meat sticks and olives for snacking, and the service is awesome! Get a pint or a flight, some merchandise as well. The outside is adorned with nasturtiums around a small courtyard. Inside you will smell the ingredients of the beer as it's being brewed. Fun place off the tourist track. Cheers

Don't let the size deter- while they are a small store they were extremely well stocked with a…read morefantastic variety of local beer and liquor, as well as all the internationals and standard finds (even including a newly released Whiskey from our area Baltimore, MD-yay Sagamore Rye). During our three-day holiday to Queenstown, we popped in every night to create a takeaway 6 pack variety pack of local craft beer, and were continually overwhelmed with the choices (and low prices). Walking distance from the hotels and city center, it was too easy to become a regular The staff was super helpful, making recommendations, chatting about the local favorites, and ensuring we were all set. Stop for all your needs!

Small store, but extremely well stocked with a fantastic variety. The staff is always very nice…read moreand helpful with selections. Prices are decent considering this is a tourist town. The store is located next to a grocery so if you have other needs you can do some one stop shopping. Also, it is located near the downtown, but not in the heart of town so you can find parking other than the small lot in front of the store. In addition, it is within walking distance to several hotels.

Had dinner here the other night. Nice atmosphere and it was warm (it was cold outside!!). We had…read moretapas selection - $50 per person. We got 8 dishes and were a good size - too much for 3 of us to finish. Dishes were very good - not exceptional but tasty. Would recommend just ordering a couple of dishes each. Service was pretty good (especially for NZ).

Had a really good drink (Quince of hearts) and it was really refreshing, good, sweet. The…read moreorechiette was also very nice, creamy and delicious. I recommend this place to people who are visiting queenstown.

Wonderful sport to sip and shop your favorite local and Australian wines. Purchase by the oz, 2 oz…read moreor 6 oz options of Reds , whites, blends and bubbles!

I came here for the whiskey and man, was it worth it. The card driven tastings were very appealing…read moreand so easy to manage. The whiskey selection here, although small, was of great quality. The wine selection is massive though, and they have good food selection to pair with your libation. Highly recommend stopping here for a few hours to drink.

It's been a few years since we were there, so I can't speak to the current conditions, but I had…read morethe best French Toast of my life there.

Don't let the funky, youth hostel vibe put you off, Bobs will serve you up with something much…read moretastier than you ever scrapped from any of those kitchens. The coffee was above average and the still-warm white chocolate muffin certainly did the trick on a cold morning in Queenstown. All I did was grab and go, but it's no wonder this cheap and cheerful cafe is a solid local institution.

Pretty much your only choice if you want to walk to get coffee in the morning. It's only about 5…read moreminutes walking from the hotel. And it's right along the lake so you can go for a nice walk after you eat. The early morning hours worked out for us since we woke up early and were happy to see the shop open and ready to serve. The prices were a bit more compared to coffee shops in town but nothing too outrageous. My husband ordered a latte with a croissant and I ordered the chai latte with the banana bread. The coffee and pastries took awhile but I realized why when they brought our orders to our table. They are all about presentation. The lattes came in beautiful mugs along with graham cracker cookies. The food was served with butter and jelly. My husband only wanted the butter and he said it was the best better he had ever had! The jelly and banana bread went well together for me but wait a little too much sweet with the chai. I recommend going savory at this place. If it was warmer we would have gone outside to enjoy the lakeside view but we walking around a bit outside after. Enjoy!

Only place for lunch between 11-12. The sell beer and wine but you cannot consume at the cafe…read more Pie's were iffy but great for carry out wine.