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

Public Italian Kitchen

4.6(5,487)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Public Italian Kitchen offers a taste of Italy with a Queenstown soul. Our Italian inspired menu maintains our commitment to connecting people through food.

casual dining handcrafted pasta italian

4,693 reviews

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 beer battered fish

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

$$ - $$$

SODA

4.6(1,483)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Soda offers a bustling atmosphere and full flavoured dishes with modern interpretations of Mediterranean inspired cuisine. A generous venue for you to settle in, watch the sun go down or get carried away into the night.

lakeside dining lamb dishes 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, situated high above Queenstown.

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.

central otago wines contemporary new zealand cuisine foraged herbs

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 artisan meats cocktails

885 reviews

$$$$

True South Dining Room

4.5(501)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

The Rees Hotel Queenstown is a sophisticated five-star hotel situated right on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, offering an authentic New Zealand experience with exceptional service and breathtaking views.

award-winning cuisine fine dining sophisticated dining

501 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 - a local favourite and a must for visitors. Housed in a space rich with Rodd & Gunn's heritage - oak floors, leather armchairs, and fur throws - it's a warm, stylish retreat.

bluff oysters cardrona venison curated wine list

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.

bar and grill barbecue 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 brunch central otago lager

2,336 reviews

$$ - $$$

Momentos By The Lake Restaurant

4.6(2,221)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Momentos by the Lake celebrates the art of fine dining and exceptional service in an unbeatable location right in the centre of Queenstown on the waterfront. Our Mediterranean kitchen takes inspiration from countries along the Mediterranean Sea.

award-winning lamb farm-to-table fine dining

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.

breakfast craft beer lunch

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 edwardian style dining

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 flavours on fire

738 reviews

NEST

4.7(1,440)

restaurant · Fernhill

Nest is a casual fine dining restaurant located inside Kamana Lakehouse, offering a menu inspired by the seasons and showcasing ingredients sourced from trusted local producers.

contemporary new zealand contemporary, new zealand degustation

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 wine bars.

culinary creations european seasonal flavours

538 reviews

Steamer Wharf

4.6(208)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

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

craft cocktails global flavours italian

208 reviews