subject: Which Queenstown Restaurant Provide A Real New Zealand Dining Experience? [print this page] Which Are The Locals favorite Queenstown Restaurants?
When traveling to New Zealand there are several Queenstown restaurants available to enjoy a pleasant, memorable dining experience anytime of the day. The Lake District is known for exceptional restaurants such as Tatlers, Boardwalk Seafood, Pier 19, Prime Waterfront, and Captains. Each restaurant provides delicious meals, inviting atmospheres and outstanding service.
Tatlers Restaurant and Bar built in 1863 is located in the heart of Queenstown. This establishment has been a favorite dining and function venue for local residents and visitors. Views of Queenstown Bay can be enjoyed while dining on the outside patios. Evenings at Tatlers provide a romantic atmosphere in the Spectator Room with its own elegant fireplace and covered balcony seating during warmer weather seasons. The Spectator Room is also popular for special occasions.
The Prime Waterfront Restaurant and Bar is multi-level in the main lobby. The second level offers spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables mountain range. The spacious lobby is popular for conference dinners and wedding receptions. The room seats 180 people. The raised level is perfect for guest speakers, live entertainment or the main table at wedding receptions. When not being used for private bookings, the stylish atmosphere is ideal for intimate dinners.
The Boardwalk Seafood Restaurant, which opened in 1994, still offers a unique dining experience. The restaurant is located on the first floor of the Steamers Wharf building. The 'Seafood Platters' are a true Queensland experience with succulent oysters and market fresh seafood. The staff is always striving to make your visit a comfortable and relaxed dining experience. It is everything you would expect in fine dining and more.
The Pier 19 Restaurant blends a mix of contemporary flavors with classics to deliver a unique New Zealand dining experience. Situated on the wharf, Pier 19 offers alfresco dining with spectacular views of the waterfront during the warmer climate and intimate cozy inside seating during the cooler climates. The chefs prepare dishes that are fresh, local and simplistic.
The Captains Restaurant is known for exceptional steak dinners. Their quality foods and attentive staff make it hard for their customers not to return time after time. They are very accommodating to your needs, for example, although they have no vegetarian selections on their menu you can request a vegan dinner and you will be served one of the most delicious vegetarian meals you will ever eat. They pride themselves on presenting the best environment for VIP guests, intimate dining, corporate functions and special occasions.
Queenstown has long summer days due to it being so far south, which makes it the perfect location to dine al fresco. In the winter months a cosy in door dining is preferred, with a open fire which is nearly always available.
Queenstown restaurants are available anytime of the day for an amazing dining experience. Most of their menu items are grown locally, their decor is welcoming and relaxing and their staff has been trained to make you feel like one of the family. The Hattaways are owners of a couple of the restaurants and have experience as business hospitality consultants.
