Best Wine With Dinner in Queenstown (2026)

Queenstown's restaurants usually have excellent local wine lists. Enjoy a delicious pinot noir with your meal!

20 places

Fino Restaurant & Wine Bar

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

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

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

$$ - $$$

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

$$ - $$$

Lokal Kitchen & Bar

4.6(279)

restaurant · Fernhill

Welcome to Lokal Kitchen & Bar, located in Fernhill, Queenstown. Enjoy delicious food and neighbourhood vibes.

bar snacks cider on tap nz wine

192 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

Bella Cucina

4.5(2,767)

italian restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Bella Cucina, was set up so we could share our love of Italy and our passion for good food and wine. Our philosophy at Bella is to provide fresh, flavoursome food with that something special, in a warm relaxed atmosphere.

authentic italian authentic italian dishes fresh pasta

1,909 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

$$ - $$$

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

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

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

$$$

Botswana Butchery

4.6(4,268)

steak house · Queenstown 9300

Botswana Butchery

steakhouse, seafood

4,260 reviews

$$$$

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

$$ - $$$

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

$$ - $$$

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

$$ - $$$

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

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.

artisan bagels brunch fried chicken

861 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