Nelson
Step into a dimly lit room imbued with the glamour of old Shanghai and order a Singapore-style cocktail before delving into a menu filled with delectable…
Nelson
Step into a dimly lit room imbued with the glamour of old Shanghai and order a Singapore-style cocktail before delving into a menu filled with delectable…
Nelson
Slurp oysters from the shell, or revitalise with sashimi and ceviche, then sate your cravings with street-food dishes such as kung pao Sichuan fried…
Nelson
Hopgood’s relaxed approach to service and gastro-pub feel seem a little at odds with the hefty prices, although the bistro menu (two/three courses $49/59,…
Nelson Region
This fantastic cafe serves excellent breakfasts and lunches such as salmon hashcakes, lamb burgers, pies and some good vegan options, then stays open late…
Nelson
Stellar cocktails and a vast array of gin make the corner bar an essential destination, but this heritage space also serves up excellent food. A concise…
Nelson Region
There's a huge menu to peruse at this highly fragrant restaurant, so cut straight to the house specialties, such as the venison yellow curry and the…
Nelson Region
Relocated from its original location after a 2016 fire at the Waimea winery, Cellar Door is a very popular eatery near the rural town of Richmond. The all…
Nelson Region
Formerly called Shoreline, this cafe-restaurant near the beach has re-emerged as Kai, a modern and stylish bistro. Breakfast and lunch options include…
Nelson Region
The art-bedecked interior of this popular place opens on to an outdoor terrace with distracting views. Seafood is showcased on the menu, including kokoda…
Nelson
Addictive burgers with international flavours partner with craft beer, wine and cocktails at this recent opening on Nelson's Trafalgar St eating and…
Nelson Region
Long-standing Jester House is reason alone to take this coastal detour, as much for its tame eels (friendly critters that like to be hand fed) as for the…
Takaka
Aside from being Takaka's best bar, this hip joint also turns out its most interesting food. Wild game meat finds its way into venison burgers, goat…
Nelson Region
With oddball art on the walls and a barista that looks like he's been beamed in from Woodstock, this is the ultimate Golden Bay hippy cafe. The name…
Nelson Region
An old Austin truck serves as the coffee station inside this hip, greenery-filled barbecue joint, where lamb and pork shoulders are grilled for 12 hours…
Takaka
Within the cavernous, brightly painted interior of this old theatre is a cabinet groaning under the weight of tempting savoury and sweet options. They…
Takaka
Trust Takaka to have a kooky takeaway joint in a shipping container, painted with a giant squid mural. The menu isn't run-of-the-mill either. Sure, they…
Nelson
Most of DeVille's tables lie in its sweet walled courtyard, a hidden boho oasis in the inner city and the perfect place for a meal or morning tea. The…
Takaka
This cafe serves good-value fare such as falafel salads, pizza, burritos, pasta and baked goods, as well as juices and local wines and craft beer. It's…
Nelson
Shared tables, colourful local art and a side-street terrace all combine to make Morri Street a top place for a leisurely breakfast or lunch. You may have…
Takaka
Sweet-toothed travellers should start their days with a chocolate-and-almond croissant at this cute little shop, where all the chocolate truffles,…
Nelson
Located upstairs in the State Cinemas complex, this Italian-run joint turns out the town's best pizza. Thin, crispy, authentic and delicious, with some…
Nelson Region
This relaxed cafe-bistro is a versatile slice of cosmopolitan cool. Kick off with eggs Benedict for brunch, before returning at dinner for fish and chips,…
Nelson
This saffron-coloured Edwardian bungalow houses a convivial Indian restaurant serving impressive interpretations of standards such as tandoori chicken,…
Nelson
Nelson's resident Scandinavian baker serves up delicious breads, pastries, cakes and small chocolate treats in this bijou bakery cafe. The freshly filled…
Nelson Region
Everyone's heard about this bird, based in a caravan that isn't going anywhere. Thank goodness. It serves superlative burgers, such as the Cowpat (beef),…
Nelson Region
Operating out of a pair of brightly painted shipping containers, one of them set up to resemble a 1970s Kiwi bach (holiday house), this quirky coffee cart…
Nelson Region
On Sunday mornings the car park behind the i-SITE fills up with trestle tables laden with produce, jewellery, clothing, secondhand books, art and crafts…
Nelson Region
Visit this Māpua institution to order fish and chips and eat them on the wharf while the gulls eye off your crispy bits. Get some wood-smoked fish and…
Nelson
This humble joint dishes out healthy pitta pockets, platters and the best kebabs for miles around. Choose between chicken, lamb or tasty falafels.
Nelson Region
At the Coast Track trailhead, this breezy cafe is perfect for fuelling up or replenishing reserves. High-calorie options include the big breakfast,…
Nelson
Sunny pavement tables at the top of Trafalgar St make this a popular lunchtime spot, as do modern classics such as excellent seafood risotto, the steak…
Nelson
Indulge yourself with superb gelato and sorbet, from traditional vanilla and boysenberry to macchiato and chilli-chocolate. Next day, visit for a shake,…
Nelson Region
Partner business to the Kaiteri Lodge, the Beached Whale is a sociable affair serving wood-fired pizza, burgers, fish dinners and the like. Drink and dine…
Nelson Region
As the name suggests: no-nonsense curry in a no-frills setting. The food, however, is consistently good and relatively cheap. Expect the usual suspects…
Pohara
A popular locals' hang-out, this well-run spot sports a large garden suited to sundowners and thirst-quenchers on sunny days. There's an open fire inside…
Nelson Region
These folks get an A for effort by providing honest food to an unpredictable flow of passing trade. What it lacks in imagination (steak, pizza and even a…
St Arnaud Alpine Village Store
Nelson Region
The settlement’s only general store sells groceries, petrol, beer and possum-wool socks. It has tramping food, sandwiches and pies, with fish and chips…
Nelson Region
Between the waterside location, sunny patio and inspired East–West menu you've got an A-grade all-day cafe. Local fish and other produce feature heavily,…
Nelson
Community-owned and operated, feel-good business stocking produce, organic tipples and natural body care. Food to go, plus good coffee and cafe fare on…
Nelson Region
The best of several Mot bakeries and worth every delectable calorie. Lots of French fancies, delicious pies and bread with bite.