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Altitude Brewing in Frankton, Queenstown offers house-made craft beer with lake views, rotating food trucks, and a relaxed local vibe on the Kawarau River.
Blue Door Bar in Arrowtown is a low-lit, stone-walled spot known for classic cocktails, Central Otago wines and regular live music, with a fireplace and relaxed atmosphere.
Little Mez by Margo’s is a compact late-night taqueria and tequila bar in central Queenstown, offering boutique spirits, tacos and a party-leaning atmosphere until 1:00am, Wednesday to Sunday.
Nest Kitchen + Bar in Queenstown’s Fernhill offers modern New Zealand cuisine with Mediterranean touches, craft cocktails featuring native ingredients, and lake views from a lodge-style setting.
Above the Shotover River in Queenstown, Onsen Hot Pools offers private cedar hot tubs and a local food and drink menu, including Central Otago wines and seasonal sharing plates.
Public Kitchen & Bar in Queenstown offers lakeside dining with a focus on shareable plates and local produce, alongside regional wines and craft beers in a relaxed, rustic-industrial setting.
Rifters Tasting Room in Arrowtown offers a clean, minimalist setting to explore small-batch gins made in Queenstown. Expect curated pours, mountain views and paired garnishes—but no food.
Tucked down a Queenstown laneway, The Bunker serves game-heavy European-inspired dishes and strong cocktails in a low-lit space with a roaring fire and alpine feel.
The World Bar in Queenstown is a lively late-night venue known for its teapot cocktails, DJs and casual food menu. It draws a mixed crowd and keeps the energy going year-round.