Nelson
Tastefully converted from its original, more reverent purpose, this former church is now home to an excellent, oft-changing selection of NZ craft beers…
Must-see nightlife in Marlborough & Nelson
Takaka
You will find one of NZ's most beloved brewery-taverns halfway between Takaka and Collingwood. The Mussel Inn is rustic NZ at its most genuine, complete…
Blenheim
Take a break from wine-tasting at Moa's laid-back beer-tasting room amid Rapaura's vineyards. Food trucks often rock up Thursday to Sunday, and there's…
Nelson Region
A member of the local Sprig & Fern Brewery family, this back-lane tavern is the pick of Motueka's drinking holes. Small and pleasant, with two courtyards,…
Blenheim
This pub and garden has a beer-hall ambience and suitably Teutonic menu featuring pork knuckle, bratwurst and schnitzel (its pizza and burgers are also…
Nelson Region
One of NZ's oldest pubs, the Moutere Inn (built 1850) is a welcoming establishment serving meals (homemade burgers, fish and chips, curries) and craft…
Marlborough Region
Modelled on a bar in Northern Ireland, Seumus' is a cosy nest of dark wood and leather booths. Of course there's Guinness on tap and regular live music,…
Nelson
This outpost of a Richmond brewery offers 18 brews on tap, including three limited releases. No pokies and no TV; just decent beer, NZ wines, pizza, $10…
Nelson
Nelson's slinkiest late-night drinking den serves classy cocktails, fine wines and craft beer while sweet vinyl tunes drift from the speakers. Regular…
Nelson
A commendable example of a Mac’s Brewbar, with trademark, quirky Kiwiana fit-out, including a knitted stag’s head. Quaff a handle of ale, dine on honest…
Takaka
Beyond the gates you'll find good food such as sandwiches, chowder and meaty mains served in a relaxed atmosphere. A garden bar and great baking feature,…
