Best Wine Bar in Queenstown (2026)

Queenstown's wine bars benefit from their proximity to Central Otago — some of the best Pinot Noir in the world comes from just down the road. These are the best bars to drink it at.

20 places

The Winery - Queenstown

4.6(213)

liquor store · The Mall

The Winery is a specialist wine store where you can taste award winning, single vineyard and reserve wines from across New Zealand, including from boutique wineries that don't have cellar doors.

artisan cheese charcuterie local delicacies

213 reviews

$$ - $$$

Fino Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.7(633)

restaurant · Frankton

Nestled on the waterfront at Queenstown Marina, Fino Restaurant & Wine Bar is where exceptional food, exquisite wine, and breathtaking views come together.

degustation european-inspired dishes fine dining

268 reviews

$$ - $$$

Bardeaux

4.6(553)

bar · Queenstown 9300

At Bardeaux we are all about service, the huge open fire, knowledgeable staff and great music. Our extensive wine and cocktail menu only adds to the elegant ambience.

champagnes cocktails extensive wine list

525 reviews

Perky's - Floating Bar Queenstown

4.9(1,071)

bar · Queenstown 9300

Perky's is New Zealand's only floating bar, open 7 days a week from 12 pm to 11 pm, offering stunning 360° views and a unique experience where guests can bring their own food.

bar, new zealand cocktails craft cocktails

1,071 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

$$$$

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

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

$$$

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

$$$

Eichardt's Bar

4.6(2,931)

bar · Queenstown 9300

Hotel lounge, open since 1867, serving cocktails, tapas & champagne in a chic, cozy atmosphere.

fine dining local flavours world class cocktails

1,372 reviews

$$ - $$$

Little Mez

4.8(234)

bar · Queenstown 9300

Descend the neon-lit stairway to discover Little Mez, Queenstown's underground Tequila and Mezcal playground. Cocktails, beer, wine & snacks!

bar snacks cocktails margaritas

154 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

Local Queenstown

4.5(1,719)

bar · Queenstown 9300

Roomy bar offering cocktails, tapas & eclectic entrees along with occasional live music & a terrace.

casual dining craft beers daily specials

897 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

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

$$ - $$$

Beech Tree

4.9(748)

pub · Queenstown 9300

Queenstown's favourite craft beer bar with 26 rotating NZ taps, great food, and a cosy fireplace.

bbq ribs burgers craft beer

748 reviews

Ferg's Bar

4.7(735)

bar · Queenstown 9300

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food, friendly staff, and the welcoming atmosphere, making it a must-visit in Queenstown.

735 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

$$ - $$$

Queenstown Wharf Bar

4.4(354)

bar · Level 1/88 Beach Street

Wharf Bar sits on the waterline with a view that feels both immediate and enduring. Open and modern, the space is juxtaposed with a quiet familiarity that settles in as naturally as the lake air.

cocktails shared plates tap beers

97 reviews

Upstairs @ The Bunker

4.4(192)

cocktail bar · Queenstown 9300

The Bunker is your complete evening venue offering a premium restaurant, private group dining rooms and late night cocktail bar, tucked away in the heart of Queenstown since 1997.

cocktails game local delicacies

192 reviews

Birdy

4.8(28)

cocktail bar · Searle Lane

Birdy is a friendly and intimate cocktail & bubbles bar, located in iconic Queenstown. Mixing influences and flavours, Birdy dares to provide novel drinking experiences to modern cocktail lovers.

bubbles cocktail bar cocktails

28 reviews