Must-see restaurants in Te Anau

  • Redcliff Cafe

    Te Anau

    Housed in a replica settler’s cottage, candlelit and cosy Redcliff offers well-executed, locally sourced food amid nostalgic decor (including old photos…

  • Bao Now

    Te Anau

    Fantastic food truck delivering Kiwi-Asian fusion baos, rice burgers and salads to hungry travellers and locals alike. Try the Bambi Bao, with wild…

  • Sandfly Cafe

    Te Anau

    As popular with locals as travellers, Sandfly serves the town's best espresso alongside breakfasts, light meals of pasta or club sandwiches, and an…

  • Miles Better Pies

    Te Anau

    The bumper selection here includes venison, lamb and mint, and fruit pies. There are a few pavement tables, but sitting and munching beside the lake is…

  • Ristorante Paradiso

    Te Anau

    Simple wood-fired pizzas and homemade pastas are the stars of the show at this surprisingly authentic Italian restaurant, which scoops gelato from its…

  • Mainly Seafood

    Te Anau

    Posher than the average chippie, this commendable fast-food joint serves great fish and chips, homemade venison and vegie burgers, as well as deep-fried…

  • La Toscana

    Te Anau

    Efficient little pizza and pasta joint with South Island craft beers on tap and local wine served by the glass. Pick from vodka and bacon penne and a host…