Must-see nightlife in Fiordland & Southland

  • South Sea Hotel

    Fiordland & Southland

    Welcome to one of NZ's classic pubs, complete with stellar cod and chips, beer by the quart, a reliable restaurant (mains $16 to $33) and plenty of…

  • Zookeepers Cafe

    Fiordland & Southland

    Parrot-design sofas and flying swordfish provide the distinctive animal-themed backdrop to this Invercargill institution. Stop by in the daytime for…

  • Black Dog Bar

    Te Anau

    Cocktails, Kiwi-style tapas, a smooth soundtrack and plump black sofas by an open fire...they all conspire to make Black Dog the most sophisticated…

  • Kiln

    Fiordland & Southland

    Invercargill's liveliest gastropub is rightly popular and not bad-looking either, with trendy wallpaper and muted lighting from oversized lampshades…

  • Ranch Bar & Grill

    Te Anau

    An open fire and chalet-style eaves heighten the appeal of this popular local pub, most loved for its hefty Sunday roast dinners ($17.50), Thursday jam…

  • Point Cafe & Bar

    Fiordland & Southland

    A one-stop shop for souvenirs, takeaway fried everything or decent full-blown meals of blue cod or lamb shank (mains $19.50 to $29), the Point is best for…

  • Tillermans Music Lounge

    Fiordland & Southland

    The saviour of Southland's live-music scene, Tillerman’s hosts everything from thrash to flash, with a battered old dance floor to show for it. Visit the…

  • Fat Duck

    Te Anau

    This corner bar with pavement seating is a sound choice for sipping a pint or two of Mac's beer. The kitchen dishes up upmarket gastropub and cafe fare …

  • Howl at the Moon

    Fiordland & Southland

    With indoor and outdoor drinking zones and a colourful cast of locals, the Howl is a pleasant enough venue to sink some pinot noir.

  • Moose

    Te Anau

    Low on charm but big on views, this rough-edged waterfront pub is best for late-afternoon beers on the outdoor patio.