Best Steak Dinner in Queenstown (2026)

Central Otago beef is exceptional, and Queenstown's steak restaurants know it. These are the best spots for a proper steak dinner.

20 places

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Jervois Steak House

4.6(4,682)

steak house · Queenstown 9300

Jervois Steak House is dedicated to the art of the perfect steak, providing an authentic steakhouse experience since 2006.

authentic steakhouse butterscotch mousse fine dining

2,841 reviews

Brazz

4.3(4,456)

steak house · Queenstown 9300

Brazz is a casual dining restaurant bar overlooking the village green in the centre of Queenstown, providing great quality, fresh food in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

brunch casual dining chargrilled

3,080 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

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Botswana Butchery

4.6(4,268)

steak house · Queenstown 9300

Botswana Butchery

steakhouse, seafood

4,260 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

$$ - $$$

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

$$ - $$$

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

Lone Star Queenstown

4.5(3,018)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

When you’re looking for the ultimate destination for a memorable dining experience, look no further than Lone Star, the best restaurant in Queenstown, New Zealand.

barbecue ribs family dining family-friendly

2,142 reviews

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Rātā Restaurant

4.6(3,009)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

At Rātā, every table tells a story — of the people, the place, and the season. Nestled in the heart of Queenstown, we've spent over a decade celebrating the flavours of the South Island through honest, produce-driven cuisine.

european, contemporary local ingredients produce-driven cuisine

2,761 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

FOGO South American BBQ Experience

4.7(3,895)

barbecue restaurant · Mall

Welcome to Fogo, where we bring you the vibrant flavours of South American cuisine. Our cooking philosophy revolves around flame grilling meats to perfection, delivering an authentic all-you-can-eat Brazilian BBQ experience in the heart of Queenstown.

argentinian tradition asado bbq experience

2,894 reviews

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The Bunker Restaurant

4.6(3,393)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Dark, intimate haunt with fireside seating featuring inventive NZ dishes, craft cocktails & wine.

craft cocktails international, european new zealand cuisine

2,427 reviews

$$ - $$$

Captains Restaurant

4.4(2,932)

seafood restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Traditional seafood & meat dishes offered in a relaxed space with rustic stone & wood.

artisan breakfast bars & pubs, seafood comprehensive wine list

2,932 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

$$ - $$$

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

$$ - $$$

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

odd saint

4.6(1,116)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Your neighbourhood eatery, offering a menu of global soul food—a creative blend of international flavours inspired by our worldly travels.

brunch global soul food international flavours

861 reviews

The Meat Preachers

4.6(884)

restaurant · Frankton

The Meat Preachers is a casual eatery in Frankton, Queenstown, offering a mouthwatering range of plates and share platters cooked over coals and flames.

burgers delicious wraps gourmet burgers

523 reviews

$$ - $$$

Lokal Kitchen & Bar

4.6(279)

restaurant · Fernhill

Lokal Kitchen & Bar is the perfect place to catch up with friends, bump into familiar faces and meet new neighbours.

bar snacks cider on tap nz wine

192 reviews