There’s nothing better after a long day up the mountain then settling in for a hearty meal, or grabbing some quick takeaways and enjoying them lakeside or in front of the fire in the comfort of your own room.

We have put together a list of our favourite places to fuel up in Queenstown:

For the carnivores

Jervis Steak House
Vegetarians beware, the team down at Jervois Steak house make no apologies for unashamedly celebrating a love of meat.

Lone Star
Three words – American sized portions. Enough said.

Flame
Famous for their full rack of pork ribs and generous sized portions, Flame is the perfect destination for those who have worked up an appetite from the day’s activities.

Speights Ale House
Southern hospitality and Southern food at its best, head to Speights straight off the mountain and experience one of the locals favourites.

Quick bites for those in a hurry

Fergburger
Ah the iconic Ferg! Tackling one of these deliciously oversized burgers is an experience in itself.

Taco Medic
The perfect infusion of New Zealand produce and Mexican flavours.

Pedro’s Lamb
The house of lamb! Ideal for satisfying those ‘home cooked meal’ cravings and picking up a roast for the family to share.

Winnies
The locals favourite gourmet pizza spot

Cafes perfect for a weekend brunch

Vudu
Fresh organic produce, one of the locals favourite coffee spots.

Bespoke
Sister to Vudu, Bespoke will not disappoint with its delicious raw healthy food and breath-taking views.

The Bathhouse
Dine on the lake shore in one of Queenstown’s historical landmarks.

Ivy and Lolas
Located in the Steamer Wharf building, Ivy & Lola’s serve up hearty food with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients and locally-sourced produce.

Queenstown’s best Asian food joints

Madam Woo
The result of an infusion between Malaysian style street food and the culinary skills of Josh Emmett, Madam Woo brings you a modern take on traditional Malaysian flavours.

Tanoshi
This Tappan and Sake bar offers an intimate dining experience, showcasing traditional Japanese cuisine.

Wild Ginger
Proud to boast their fresh local and organic produce philosophy, Wild Ginger brings you delicious Asian inspired cuisine.

Blue Kanu
Asian style food meets Pacifica flavours to create a new “Polynasia” cuisine.

For those sweet tooth cravings

Mrs Ferg gelateria
The locals favourite gelateria, with a huge selection of gelato and sorbets alike. What makes it even better is Mrs Ferg doesn’t shy away from the “try before you buy” policy.

Mrs Fergbaker
Another great addition to the Ferg family with the best hot chocolates in town!

Patagonia
Indulge in hand crafted chocolates, decadent deserts and a selection of various ice creams and sorbets.