Guidebook for Queenstown

Chrissy
Guidebook for Queenstown

Food Scene

Below is my ever-growing list of favourite places to eat and drink locally to help you discover Queenstown and Arrowtown! For restaurant deals check out the following websites: www.firsttable.co.nz and www.bookme.co.nz/things-to-do/queenstown/dining
Open from 8am, Yonder boast the primary go-to for speciality coffee, baked goods, sunny brunches and a great social lunch and dinner vibe. Their main focus is on dietary requirements (vegan, GF), with a large array of healthy and also indulgent delights.
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Yonder
14 Church St
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Open from 8am, Yonder boast the primary go-to for speciality coffee, baked goods, sunny brunches and a great social lunch and dinner vibe. Their main focus is on dietary requirements (vegan, GF), with a large array of healthy and also indulgent delights.
My favourite and locals keep this a secret! Amazing food, local beers and wines. Sometimes they have events on too. Check their website for more details. The best part is that you can walk from Goldfields Gem! It is just down the bottom of the hill. There is a short cut via Woodlands Close onto Woodbury Rise. Just look on google maps how to get on Woodbury Rise from Woodlands Close and you there in no time!
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Sherwood Queenstown
554 Frankton Rd
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My favourite and locals keep this a secret! Amazing food, local beers and wines. Sometimes they have events on too. Check their website for more details. The best part is that you can walk from Goldfields Gem! It is just down the bottom of the hill. There is a short cut via Woodlands Close onto Woodbury Rise. Just look on google maps how to get on Woodbury Rise from Woodlands Close and you there in no time!
The Boat Shed Cafe and Bistro, located on the shore of Lake Wakatipu, is the perfect place to enjoy a fine coffee, breakfast or lunch.
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The Boatshed Cafe
847 Frankton Rd
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The Boat Shed Cafe and Bistro, located on the shore of Lake Wakatipu, is the perfect place to enjoy a fine coffee, breakfast or lunch.
The original Joe's Garage openend in 2000, situated in an old Post Office sorting room in Queenstown. The concept is the same now as then - to be a Cafe that everybody can go to and enjoy exceptional coffee and food presented by attentive and enthusiastic staff, listen to great music, and above all, have a lot of fun in an efficient "garage" environment. Open everyday, 7am – 2pm
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McDonald's Queenstown Food Court
29 Camp St
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The original Joe's Garage openend in 2000, situated in an old Post Office sorting room in Queenstown. The concept is the same now as then - to be a Cafe that everybody can go to and enjoy exceptional coffee and food presented by attentive and enthusiastic staff, listen to great music, and above all, have a lot of fun in an efficient "garage" environment. Open everyday, 7am – 2pm
Is an iconic, award winning cafe based in central Queenstown. They have a fresh, local, and organic philosophy behind both their food and coffee
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Vudu Cafe
16 Rees St
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Is an iconic, award winning cafe based in central Queenstown. They have a fresh, local, and organic philosophy behind both their food and coffee
South African BBQ
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Flame Bar & Grill
88 Beach St
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South African BBQ
Nestled on the hill less than five minutes walk from central Queenstown, overlooking the bay and the Remarkables, Bespoke Kitchen hits the location jackpot. But it’s the menu where Bespoke truly lives up to its name – a carefully crafted menu that speaks to health and wellbeing with no compromise on flavour. They are fresh, unprocessed and local where possible.
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Bespoke Kitchen
9 Isle St
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Nestled on the hill less than five minutes walk from central Queenstown, overlooking the bay and the Remarkables, Bespoke Kitchen hits the location jackpot. But it’s the menu where Bespoke truly lives up to its name – a carefully crafted menu that speaks to health and wellbeing with no compromise on flavour. They are fresh, unprocessed and local where possible.
Madam Woo serves up authentic Malaysian Hawker food in a fast, fresh and fun setting. The menu is designed to be shared and draws from many of the chef's authentic family recipes to create big, vibrant flavours.
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Madam Woo
Ballarat Street
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Madam Woo serves up authentic Malaysian Hawker food in a fast, fresh and fun setting. The menu is designed to be shared and draws from many of the chef's authentic family recipes to create big, vibrant flavours.
The Cow is a Queenstown institution, celebrated its 40th birthday in 2017. The menu remains unchanged from when the restaurant opened its stable doors in 1977. The delicious mix of hand rolled pizzas, spaghetti dishes, hot soup, homemade bread & salad make a winning combination that has diners returning year after year.
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The Cow
Cow Lane
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The Cow is a Queenstown institution, celebrated its 40th birthday in 2017. The menu remains unchanged from when the restaurant opened its stable doors in 1977. The delicious mix of hand rolled pizzas, spaghetti dishes, hot soup, homemade bread & salad make a winning combination that has diners returning year after year.
Owned and operated by internationally recognized Michelin starred chef Josh Emett
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Rata
43 Ballarat Street
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Owned and operated by internationally recognized Michelin starred chef Josh Emett
Japanese Cuisine
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Japanese Cuisine Kappa
36 The Mall
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Japanese Cuisine
Mediterranean, European, Spanish, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options (Closed Mondays)
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La Rumbla
54 Buckingham St
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Mediterranean, European, Spanish, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options (Closed Mondays)
Fine Dining
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Botswana Butchery
17 Marine Parade
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Fine Dining
Quirky, different with food that packs a punch, Arrowtown hidden treasure. They are open for breakfast, brunch and lunch 8am-3pm.
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The Chop Shop
Arrow Lane
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Quirky, different with food that packs a punch, Arrowtown hidden treasure. They are open for breakfast, brunch and lunch 8am-3pm.
Fergburger is a Queenstown 'Must Do'! Operating since 2001 it has been a favourite by locals and visitors alike. Try the classic Ferg with Cheese, Tropical Swine, the Chief Wiggam or the Cockadoodle Oink… you can’t go wrong!
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Fergburger
42 Shotover St
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Fergburger is a Queenstown 'Must Do'! Operating since 2001 it has been a favourite by locals and visitors alike. Try the classic Ferg with Cheese, Tropical Swine, the Chief Wiggam or the Cockadoodle Oink… you can’t go wrong!
Erik's serves up delicious gluten free New Zealand Fish and Chips, a tempting range of seafood including scallops, oysters, calamari and mussels, plus some very tasty desserts. Order online via their website or mobile app for pick up or delivery across Queenstown including Fernhill, Arthur's Point, Frankton and beyond.
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Erik's Fish and Chips
150 Frankton-Ladies Mile Hwy
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Erik's serves up delicious gluten free New Zealand Fish and Chips, a tempting range of seafood including scallops, oysters, calamari and mussels, plus some very tasty desserts. Order online via their website or mobile app for pick up or delivery across Queenstown including Fernhill, Arthur's Point, Frankton and beyond.
Located on busy Shotover street, Bombay Palace is a melting pot of Indian cuisine, presenting heady spices, fully flavoured curries and melt in your mouth Indian Kebabs and breads.
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Bombay Palace Frankton
1085 Frankton Rd
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Located on busy Shotover street, Bombay Palace is a melting pot of Indian cuisine, presenting heady spices, fully flavoured curries and melt in your mouth Indian Kebabs and breads.
Whole lamb shoulder, slow baked to perfection with rosemary & garlic and served with a side of scalloped potatoes for you to take home.
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Pedro's House of Lamb
47 Gorge Rd
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Whole lamb shoulder, slow baked to perfection with rosemary & garlic and served with a side of scalloped potatoes for you to take home.

Pubs and Bars

Since 1996 The World Bar has been serving up the iconic Teapot Cocktails to the Queenstown masses. This location marks the second home for the bar after a fire destroyed the original location in 2013. Just to keep everyone happy, most of the menu is available as vegetarian and gluten free. Families are welcome for lunch and dinner.
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The World Bar & Restaurant
12 Church St
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Since 1996 The World Bar has been serving up the iconic Teapot Cocktails to the Queenstown masses. This location marks the second home for the bar after a fire destroyed the original location in 2013. Just to keep everyone happy, most of the menu is available as vegetarian and gluten free. Families are welcome for lunch and dinner.
An iconic bar and the perfect intimate venue to enjoy a true Queenstown experience. This sumptuous up-market venue is all about service, the huge open fire, knowledgeable staff and great music. Bardeaux’s extensive wine and cocktail menu only adds to the elegant ambience.
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Bardeaux
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An iconic bar and the perfect intimate venue to enjoy a true Queenstown experience. This sumptuous up-market venue is all about service, the huge open fire, knowledgeable staff and great music. Bardeaux’s extensive wine and cocktail menu only adds to the elegant ambience.
Craft beers and amazing food
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Atlas Beer Cafe
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Craft beers and amazing food
Rooftop Lounge, Bar and Mediteraniean Kitchen
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The Sundeck Rooftop Bar
4 The Mal
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Rooftop Lounge, Bar and Mediteraniean Kitchen
Queenstown’s favourite premium bar, ideal for early drinks in the courtyard or a late night party. This opulent bar is an all time favourite for those who enjoy a good party with a bit of class. Barmuda offers different spaces to suit all moods.
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Barmuda
3 Searle Ln
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Queenstown’s favourite premium bar, ideal for early drinks in the courtyard or a late night party. This opulent bar is an all time favourite for those who enjoy a good party with a bit of class. Barmuda offers different spaces to suit all moods.
Founded by a Queenstown-bred local, they are a small brewery dedicated to making the most drinkable beers on the planet. With a host of national and international awards under our belt, they produce a range of beer styles and are constantly striving to push the flavour boundaries of brewing. Their brewery and taproom are a short, pleasant drive or cycle from Queenstown at the Frankton Marina. https://www.altitudebrewing.co.nz/
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Altitude Brewing
827 Frankton Rd
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Founded by a Queenstown-bred local, they are a small brewery dedicated to making the most drinkable beers on the planet. With a host of national and international awards under our belt, they produce a range of beer styles and are constantly striving to push the flavour boundaries of brewing. Their brewery and taproom are a short, pleasant drive or cycle from Queenstown at the Frankton Marina. https://www.altitudebrewing.co.nz/
Queenstown's quintessential Craft Beer house. They offer 3 different and unique seating areas that will cater to either large groups, friends & families or individuals. They offer the best of what is available in NZ for any craft beer enthusiast. 21 rotating taps and a solid reserve" bottle selection will most certainly cater to all tastes. If beer is not your thing, they also have a boutique wine selection and some nice spirits to choose from. Oh and the food is amazing too.
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Smiths Craft Beer House
53 Shotover St
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Queenstown's quintessential Craft Beer house. They offer 3 different and unique seating areas that will cater to either large groups, friends & families or individuals. They offer the best of what is available in NZ for any craft beer enthusiast. 21 rotating taps and a solid reserve" bottle selection will most certainly cater to all tastes. If beer is not your thing, they also have a boutique wine selection and some nice spirits to choose from. Oh and the food is amazing too.

Grocery Shopping

302 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton Flats
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PAK'nSAVE Queenstown
302 Hawthorne Dr
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302 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton Flats
1/12 Hawthorne Drive Remarkables Park
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New World Supermarket
12 Hawthorne Dr
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1/12 Hawthorne Drive Remarkables Park
30 Grant Road, 5 Mile
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Countdown Queenstown
30 Grant Rd
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30 Grant Road, 5 Mile
A Foodies Paradise. Experience a unique shopping experience with a full delicatessen, in store cafe, butchery, bakery, fresh produce and dry goods.
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Raeward Fresh Queenstown
53 Robins Rd
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A Foodies Paradise. Experience a unique shopping experience with a full delicatessen, in store cafe, butchery, bakery, fresh produce and dry goods.

Activities

There is plenty to do in Queenstown and surrounding areas. There is a variety of brochures at Goldfields Gem for you to browse through. The brochures are in the cabinet/bookshelf to the right-hand side of the TV. You can book either directly with the activity operators by phone or on their website or check out the below website for any last minute deals: www.bookme.co.nz
World famous as the ultimate jet boat experience, Shotover Jet has thrilled over 3 million people since 1965, and now its your turn!
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肖托弗喷射艇
3 Arthurs Point Rd
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World famous as the ultimate jet boat experience, Shotover Jet has thrilled over 3 million people since 1965, and now its your turn!
No visit to Queenstown would be complete without a stop at the Kawarau Bungy Centre, The World Home of Bungy, opened in 1988. Nestled into a rock face overlooking the stunning Kawarau River, the view alone will satisfy any crowd.
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AJ Hackett Kawarau Bungy Centre
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No visit to Queenstown would be complete without a stop at the Kawarau Bungy Centre, The World Home of Bungy, opened in 1988. Nestled into a rock face overlooking the stunning Kawarau River, the view alone will satisfy any crowd.
Milford Sound Day Tour is a Must Do on your visit to Queenstown
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Milford Sound
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Milford Sound Day Tour is a Must Do on your visit to Queenstown
Offer various Ziptrek ride
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Ziptrek Ecotours
45 Camp St
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Offer various Ziptrek ride
Combine the swing and the fox
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Shotover Canyon Swing & Canyon Fox
34 Shotover St
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Combine the swing and the fox
Relive the elegance of turn-of-the-century travel on board Queenstown's vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw. Launched in 1912, the TSS Earnslaw is believed to be the only coal-fired passenger-carrying vessel still operating in the southern hemisphere. Cruising on this heritage vessel is truly unique. There is simply no better way to experience Queenstown's stunning alpine scenery. The TSS Earnslaw makes several trips daily across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm and groups are welcome on board our scheduled daytime and evening departures.
Walter Peak High Country Farm - RealNZ
88 Beach Street
Relive the elegance of turn-of-the-century travel on board Queenstown's vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw. Launched in 1912, the TSS Earnslaw is believed to be the only coal-fired passenger-carrying vessel still operating in the southern hemisphere. Cruising on this heritage vessel is truly unique. There is simply no better way to experience Queenstown's stunning alpine scenery. The TSS Earnslaw makes several trips daily across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm and groups are welcome on board our scheduled daytime and evening departures.

Skiing and snowboarding

Queenstown is nestled in the heart of the Southern Alps, boasting magnificent mountains for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Choose from four ski areas, the closest just 20 minutes’ drive from the town centre.
Taste the Freedom! The Remarkables is Queenstown's friendly ski field loved by families and freestylers.
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卓越山滑雪场
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Taste the Freedom! The Remarkables is Queenstown's friendly ski field loved by families and freestylers.
Awe-inspiring views, expertly groomed trails, sophisticated facilities and night skiing, Coronet Peak is Queenstown's original and premier ski field
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Coronet Peak
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Awe-inspiring views, expertly groomed trails, sophisticated facilities and night skiing, Coronet Peak is Queenstown's original and premier ski field
Treble Cone offers a real NZ snow experience. Long uncrowded slopes, legendary off piste terrain and unrivaled views. Perfect for all abilities!
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Treble Cone Ski Area
Mt Aspiring Road
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Treble Cone offers a real NZ snow experience. Long uncrowded slopes, legendary off piste terrain and unrivaled views. Perfect for all abilities!
Cardrona is the ultimate alpine playground for all levels with NZ's first combined gondola chairlift, reliable snow conditions & world class terrain.
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卡德罗纳滑雪胜地
Cardrona Valley Rd
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Cardrona is the ultimate alpine playground for all levels with NZ's first combined gondola chairlift, reliable snow conditions & world class terrain.

Dessert Shops

Located on the Wakatipu lake front, Patagonia Chocolates is the place to go for delicious handcrafted chocolates, mouth-watering ice cream and decadent desserts. From humble beginnings as a small chocolate shop, they now have five cafes located in Queenstown, Arrowtown, Wanaka and at Queenstown Airport.
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Patagonia Chocolates
50 Beach St
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Located on the Wakatipu lake front, Patagonia Chocolates is the place to go for delicious handcrafted chocolates, mouth-watering ice cream and decadent desserts. From humble beginnings as a small chocolate shop, they now have five cafes located in Queenstown, Arrowtown, Wanaka and at Queenstown Airport.
The Cookie Bar offers a fresh take on the Cookie Time brand. Vibrant, fun and interactive, it's the hottest place in town for delicious HOT Cookies, Freakshakes, S'mores, Ice Cream and more!
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Cookie Time
18 Camp St
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The Cookie Bar offers a fresh take on the Cookie Time brand. Vibrant, fun and interactive, it's the hottest place in town for delicious HOT Cookies, Freakshakes, S'mores, Ice Cream and more!