Nest Kitchen + Bar

Set above Lake Wakatipu in Fernhill, this alpine-style venue offers sweeping views and a refined but relaxed atmosphere. Natural materials, low lighting and soft leather seating build a space that feels both elevated and warm.

The dinner menu follows modern New Zealand cuisine, with Mediterranean touches and seasonal local produce. Plates might include confit duck leg with parsnip purée or market fish dressed with preserved lemon and fennel. We’d start with a cocktail—many use native botanicals—and let the compact wine list steer us local.

Mornings shift slower, with breakfast open to both hotel guests and locals. Good coffee and lake views make it a peaceful early stop.