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 meats cocktails craft beer

885 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.

beer casual dining cider

4,693 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 cocktails exceptional steaks

6,769 reviews

$$ - $$$

Lokal Kitchen & Bar

4.6(279)

restaurant · Fernhill

Welcome to Lokal Kitchen & Bar, your friendly neighborhood hangout in Fernhill, Queenstown, built on three simple promises: cold drinks, killer food, and great company.

bbq ribs burgers local craft beers

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 casual dining fresh produce

1,909 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

$$$ Michelin Guide

Botswana Butchery

4.6(4,268)

steak house · Queenstown 9300

Reviewers consistently praise the excellent food quality and attentive service, making it ideal for special occasions.

steakhouse, seafood

4,260 reviews

$$$$ Michelin Guide

Rātā Restaurant

4.6(3,009)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

At Rātā, every table tells a story — of the people, the place, and the season. We celebrate 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

Our Queenstown restaurant by the Wakatipu Lake is the cosiest place you can dine in, celebrating the art of fine dining and exceptional service.

cocktails fine dining local produce

1,064 reviews

$$ - $$$ Michelin Guide

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 shoulder 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

$$ Michelin Guide

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.

global soul food international flavours

861 reviews

$$$$ Michelin Guide

TOAST & OAK

4.8(785)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

At Toast & Oak, we celebrate the very best of Aotearoa, guided by European technique, hospitality and a deep respect for the seasons. Our role is to honour exceptional ingredients through thoughtful cooking and genuine hospitality.

aotearoa cuisine european technique foraged ingredients

538 reviews

$$ - $$$ Michelin Guide

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 local produce

467 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 casual dining craft cocktails

208 reviews