Carey's Bay Historic Hotel (and Pub) is an unassuming stone building just past the port near Port…read moreChalmers. Our host recommended we eat dinner there for their on-menu seafood. We showed up without calling for a reservation -- something we recommend others do -- since there were no indoor tables available for dinner when we got there (on a week night). We were able to find an open outdoor table, and they provided blankets to use, as it can get chilly by the water. We ordered a couple beers while waiting for our food (a milk stout and a Hefeweizen). At this point it started to sprinkle just as our food came out. Fortunately, we were quickly moved to an inside table (another party had finished their meal and the table was available). Not only was the staff great, the food was also excellent. We ordered the seafood bowl (a big bowl of steamed scallops, clams, mussels, green lipped mussels, and white fish in a garlic-coriander-butter broth), the Thai curry seafood bowl (the same steamed fish but in a creamy red Thai sauce, served over rice), and a plate of loaded wedges (a staple menu item across all of New Zealand). The seafood portions were huge -- we probably could have split one between the two of us. And the seafood was excellent! Some of the best I've had in recent memory. In all this little gem turned out to be the perfect spot to take a chance on. And the secret must be out because it's a popular place worth hopping into for dinner or drinks.

If you want seafood, thus is one of the places to get it. Fresh with an asian spin. Great selection…read moreof beer and over looking a sheltered part of otago harbour makes this place worth a visit. The decor is historic and quaint. The food is great, worth paying for fresh seafood. The Poisson cru is a great take on cerviche with an Asian spin. Look out for the seafood specials, bluff oysters freshly shucked from the shell are a highlight when they are in season.

Best fried potato's I have ever had ... this was a great place in New Zealand to relax and have a…read morebeer and food. We loved the atmosphere here and we met some awesome people here . Next trip to New Zealand we will stop in again...

We were wandering through the centre of Dunedin, looking for some lunch and decided to try…read moreMonteith's. The menu looked good and the name reminded me of an old pub in Scotland when I grew up. I ordered the seafood chowder, while my wife just wanted a drink. When the chowder arrived, she took one taste and immediately ordered some. Great flavor from all of the different seafood with some toast to soak up any leftovers. Throw in a great selection of beers and you have a great lunch.

Wonderful bar and entertainment at least on weekends. Wonderful staff a worthy drop in when you…read morevisit the Victorian district

Emerson is sorta the OG of Breweries here…read more That being said there are so many new tiny startups that I really can't say it was amazing. Still good but there is better out there. But if you are in Dunedin check em out

Food tasted good but price was insane. We prefer Speights Ale house for similar experience (better…read morebang for your buck). The Bog has a steak dish way cheaper and more to it (also with different topping options). Went for the steak as had heard lots of good things and we were craving a steak. We bought two Ribeye meals, a chicken and chips kids meal, poutine chips, Buffalo wings and bread and hummus dish $140. Ate the lot easily. Steak was good, but there were no options for sauce or gravies on top of the steak, you get chips with it, that's all. Service was very friendly. The location was nice, confortable and warm. While it seems to be really popular, kai tasted good, we will definitely choose other places to eat over Emersons.

I went to Mac's on a busy night during holiday season with my girlfriend and her family. Each of us…read morehave very different tastes in food and drink, but we all left very pleased. Service was great. Menu easy to understand. Beer and food were great. Portions were GIGANTIC. We left with take away boxes full of unfinished mains. Mac's might not be the most impressive beer by craft beer enthusiast standards, but it's an easy crowd pleaser so there's that. I'd definitely do it again. Oh, and the raspberry julep beats a Kentucky Derby classic mint julep. And I live in Louisville.

Mac's is a fine place to grab a pint and bite…read more Is it the best? Not really as there are better. But the location is fine and you wont leave hungry

This is a great place highly recommended foods good service is great awesome place. I don't give…read moremany places a review like this. I write this review awhile back but was in my drafts and didn't get posted. So definitely wanted to make sure I left it. NZ was a great place

Loved this pub in Dunedin, next to New Zealand's famous Speights Brewery. The ales were great of…read morecourse, but the food was surprisingly good too! I had the chicken parcel, which was chicken breasts in phylo dough with bacon, soft cheese and almonds, plus a salad and crispy potatoes - delicious - and so large that the leftovers made a super lunch the next day. My wife had a chowder that she really liked too. Service was so-so as our waitresss seemed very busy and it took a while to get our bill, but the ambiance is excellent, with lots of historical items and a really fun vibe. Definitely worth having dinner here if you can!

Friendly pub with restaurant out the back. You can eat in the bar, too, and this is where I took…read moreand uploaded a pic of the local drinkers. Seriously large Kiwis. I think this is a chain, but not bad with big portions of tucker

Eat the damn pork belly and be happy. Everything was great,…read morepork belly was on special and it was amazing. Husband ordered the steak and fries and had no complaints. Atmosphere was friendly and the beers were cold, what more can you ask for!

Excellent service with really good food! We recommend the Maple Ribs...they were sooo good!…read more The buffalo wings were just OK and the pizza was really good! The potatoes that came with the ribs were also excellent and highly recommended! It was a great take with a slightly different taste on "American( USA)" food.

Went here for a beer. Great place to sit down and watch the activity going on within the octagon…read moreplaza. It appears that at night this place becomes a dance club. Wish that I had enough energy at that time to go back out and dance the night away. However I was fighting a cold during that time. If any of you people out there want to boogie, I think this should be the place you check out.

Would give the cute tall bartender a 5/5 anyway... but the service was great and it was such a…read morefriendly and fun atmosphere. The drinks were a very reasonable price and it's definitely a place where the staff look after the regulars. We headed next door for a feed and the food was excellent and the meals were massive! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a good pub feed or just to have a few drinks.

From the owner: With our friendly and helpful staff it's easy to see why the Mornington Tavern is Dunedin's #1…read moresuburban tavern. You certainly can't go past the main bar for viewing any sporting event, with 6 big screen TVs giving excellent viewing from anywhere in the bar! Fat Harrys Restaurant has been well established at the Mornington Tavern for over 10 years. Offering affordable meals at both lunch and dinner, Fat Harrys can cater for large groups, family groups and functions as well as providing bistro facilities. Daily specials, bar facilities and children's play area are all part of the service offered in the Restaurant with the best view on Top of the Hill. If it's a function you want, then we have the room for you. For only $50 there is a standalone bar that can hold up to 150 people. Ideal for any occasion, it is one of the few suburban functions venues available in Dunedin. With over 18 pokie machines and a brand new full service TAB, you will never be short of entertainment at the Mornington Tavern! Add to that our 6 big screen TVs for all your sporting events, dartboards and a pool table we're certain you will not be lost for something to do. There is also a great play area in the restaurant to keep the kids entertained while you finish your meal. The latest nightlife video jukebox offers the best in music with regular bands featuring. All part of our commitment to great customer service.

we live near oamaru and had tried all of the restaurants and they are all pretty average and quite…read morepricey so we thought we would try something new! we went out of town to enfield and although it is a wee way out of town (15 minutes) it was worth it because the meal although simple was done so well! i had a chicken snitzel and it was so good and the chips and salad were perfect, there is something for everyone with everything being reasonably priced and extremely friendly staff!! would recommend :))))