Best Meal With Lakeside View in Queenstown (2026)

Dining by Lake Wakatipu is one of Queenstown's genuine pleasures. These are the restaurants where the view matches the food.

20 places

Pub on Wharf

4.4(4,598)

bar · Queenstown 9300

Pub on Wharf is a laid-back cozy pub overlooking the waterfront, known for its proper pints and great meals.

bar snacks bar, pub burgers

3,050 reviews

$$ - $$$

Boardwalk

4.5(1,835)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Boardwalk restaurant in Queenstown serves delicious oysters, seafood and steak with the best lake views from Steamer Wharf Queenstown.

burgers fresh oysters gluten-free options

812 reviews

Public Italian Kitchen

4.6(5,487)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Public Italian Kitchen offers a taste of Italy with a Queenstown soul. From aperitivo at the bar to long dinners by the water.

casual dining cocktails craft beer

4,693 reviews

$$ - $$$

SODA

4.6(1,483)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Soda offers a bustling atmosphere and full flavoured dishes with modern interpretations of Mediterranean inspired cuisine.

lakeside dining lamb mediterranean cuisine

692 reviews

$$$

Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar

4.3(9,584)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar offers a premium buffet dining experience with unforgettable views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables.

buffet dining gluten-free options local flavours

807 reviews

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5(1,402)

hotel · Fernhill

Chic hotel featuring free breakfast & Wi-Fi, plus lake views, a restaurant & a lounge bar.

contemporary new zealand cuisine foraged herbs local farmers produce

990 reviews

Little Blackwood

4.6(940)

cocktail bar · Queenstown 9300

Craft cocktails & locavore bar bites served in rustic, modern surrounds with lake & mountain views.

artisan cheese craft beers craft cocktails

885 reviews

$$ - $$$

Rodd & Gunn, The Lodge Queenstown

4.6(467)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

The Lodge Queenstown sits in a prime lakeside location with sweeping views of Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding peaks, offering a warm, stylish retreat.

fine dining local produce new zealand venison

467 reviews

Flame Bar & Grill

4.6(8,322)

bar and grill · Queenstown 9300

Energetic venue emphasizing on NZ & South African-style meat dishes, including signature ribs.

award-winning ribs bar and grill bold flavours

7,568 reviews

$$ - $$$

FINZ Seafood & Grill

4.6(6,769)

seafood restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Contemporary restaurant featuring an upscale menu of seafood & grilled meats, plus outdoor seating.

bar and grill exceptional steaks fine dining

6,769 reviews

The Boat Shed Cafe

4.4(3,211)

cafe · Frankton

Set in a beautifully restored 1869 New Zealand Railways Shipping Office, our café blends heritage character with modern, seasonal plates. We champion local producers, pour a perfectly silky coffee, and take joy in the simple pleasure of good food done well.

artisan coffee central otago lager local produce

2,336 reviews

$$ - $$$

Momentos By The Lake Restaurant

4.6(2,221)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Momentos by the Lake celebrates fine dining and exceptional service in a stunning waterfront location in Queenstown, offering a menu inspired by Mediterranean cuisines.

award winning lamb cocktail menu farm-to-table

1,064 reviews

Atlas Beer Cafe

4.7(1,745)

pub · Queenstown 9300

Welcome to Atlas Beer Cafe Queenstown's home of craft beer. A firm favourite with locals and visitors alike, Atlas is a friendly, unpretentious bar, hidden away at the back of Steamer Wharf.

amazing tapas craft beer delicious breakfasts

1,118 reviews

$$$$

Wakatipu Grill

4.4(1,491)

restaurant · Kelvin Heights

Rustic-chic lakefront dining at the Hilton Hotel for upscale NZ fare, cocktails & outdoor terrace.

central otago pinot local craft beer seasonal produce

972 reviews

The Bathhouse

4.3(1,461)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Indulge in Great British nostalgia at Bathhouse Restaurant in Queenstown Bay. Our menu features a selection of French and local wines to complement our delicious food.

british cuisine café french wines

1,461 reviews

$$ - $$$

Sunfire Queenstown

4.7(1,447)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Sunfire offers casual dining with incredible flavours on Queenstown’s lake edge, inspired by a deep love of flavour and quality ingredients.

all day dining charcoal grilled contemporary cuisine

738 reviews

NEST

4.7(1,440)

restaurant · Fernhill

Nest is a casual fine dining restaurant infused with the warmth of Central Otago hospitality, showcasing dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients.

contemporary new zealand contemporary, new zealand degustation menu

1,440 reviews

$$$$

TOAST & OAK

4.8(785)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Situated on one of the original streets of Queenstown, Toast & Oak offers a warm and inviting atmosphere inspired by Europe’s finest winebars, with a focus on fresh ingredients and seasonal flavours.

european-inspired seasonal flavours winebar

538 reviews

$$$$

True South Dining Room

4.5(501)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

True South Dining Room epitomises sophisticated, elegant dining, offering a journey to one of Queenstown’s hottest restaurants with delicious, exciting, and unexpected dishes.

award-winning cuisine fine wines sophisticated dining

501 reviews

Steamer Wharf

4.6(208)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Queenstown’s iconic dining and entertainment destination on the shores of Lake Wakatipu.

asian street food central otago wine craft cocktails

208 reviews