Restaurants in Nelson
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Indian Café
This saffron-coloured Edwardian villa houses an Indian restaurant that keeps the bhaji raised with impressive interpretations of Anglo-Indian standards, such as chicken tandoori, rogan josh and beef madras. Share the mixed platter to start, then mop up your mains with one of 10 different breads.
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Lambretta’s
Feeding what seems like half of Nelson, Lambretta’s is a continually busy diner-style joint with ample seating inside and out. Family friendly, the big-eatin’ offerings include breakfast, lunch and dinner (pizza, pasta, salad) and hearty counter food along the lines of humongous muffins, pies, filled croissants and sandwiches. Good coffee, too.
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Hopgood’s
Tongue-and-groove-lined Hopgood’s is perfect for a romantic dinner or holiday treat. The food is decadent and skilfully prepared but unfussy, allowing quality local ingredients to shine. The Asian crispy duck followed by twice-cooked pork belly with butter beans, spinach and bacon are knockouts. Desirable, predominantly Kiwi wine list. Bookings advisable.
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Zippy's
Zippy's décor is a confronting combo of purple, teal and red, and service is zippy indeed. Strictly vegetarian food includes burritos, salads and the ‘locally famous' chocolate afghans. Drinks include ice-cream shakes, chai and heart-startlingly rich, full-flavoured coffee.
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Stefano’s
Located upstairs in the State Cinema complex, this Italian-run joint turns out some of NZ's best pizza. Thin, crispy and delicious, and some variations really very cheap. Wash it down with a beer or wine in the ambience-free interior or out on the tiny balcony.
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Yaza Cafe
Adjacent to the weekend markets, Yaza is a colourful, kid-friendly café with all-day breakfasts and live music most summer weekends (folk, blues, punk, pop and reggae). Food is free-range and organic (quiches pizzas, frittatas, wraps, soup); patchouli lingers in the air.
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Smugglers Pub & Café
This maritime-themed pub was shipshape when last boarded during research, with friendly staff dishing out hearty meals to hungry landlubbers. A dependable family option serving pub grub favourites such as roast-of-the-day, burgers and fish and chips. Good patio area.
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Stingray Café
From its ecofriendly ethos to sunny courtyard, well-priced meals and smooth tunes, Stingray embodies Nelson's upbeat mood. Drop by any time for relaxed vibes and to snaffle a pizza or salad. Later on, settle in with a cocktail and some live acoustic twanging or DJ.
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Morrison St Café
Part cafe, part gallery, Morrison St is a polished operator, with a menu that sticks out of the cafe crowd. Enjoy raspberry and cinnamon butter pancakes for brekkie, then sneak back for a zingy Burmese chicken salad or an afternoon pick-me-up of coffee and cake.
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When in Rome
With its swanky Roman-chic fit-out, you might expect to pay Euro prices here. Fear not, the food at this new Italian joint is reasonably priced and darn tasty too. Ample portions of proper pasta, interesting salads and thin, crispy pizzas: bellissimo.
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DeVille
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 food's good – from fresh baked goods to the eggy brunch, caesar salad and sticky pork sandwich. Open late for live music Friday and Saturday in summer.
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Swedish Bakery & Café
Delicious breads, pastries, cakes and small chocolate treats from the resident Scandinavian baker. Lovely fresh filled rolls such as meatball and beetroot salad. Take your goodies away or eat in the bijou cafe.
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Penguino Ice Cream Café
Indulge yourself with superb gelato and sorbet, from traditional vanilla and boysenberry to apple pie and beyond. Next day, visit for a shake, fruit smoothie, sundae, mango lassi...
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Tozzetti Panetteria
You’ll smell fresh bread baking before you see Tozzetti, a pocket-sized bakery serving beautiful breads, sandwiches and sweet treats.
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Akbabas
Tiny Turkish kebab house where hyperactive staff in natty head scarves build a better tomorrow for late-night drinkers.
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Mediterranean Foods
A terrific deli with great charcuterie, cheese, dried pasta et al, as well as sit-down coffee and sandwiches.
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Organic Greengrocer
Stocks foods for the sensitive, plus produce, organic tipples and natural bodycare. Food to go and coffee also on offer.
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Falafel Gourmet
A cranking joint dishing out the best kebabs in town, full of salad.
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Haven Fish & Chips
Pick your own fillet, then eat your meal by the waterfront. What could be better?
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