Nelson Region
The best of several Mot bakeries and worth every delectable calorie. Lots of French fancies, delicious pies and bread with bite.
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Nelson
Five-minutes' walk from the cathedral steps, this cracker chippy wraps up tasty fried treats with a smile. Small eat-in area.
Wanaka
Grab a few of the finer things for your backpack or that picnic stash at this buono grocery store.
Nelson Region
The attractive dining room of the Alpine Lodge serves burgers, fish of the day, Thai beer salad and pizza.
Christchurch & Canterbury
The town's only supermarket, this is the place for self-caterers and campers to stock up on essentials.
Dunedin
Student favourite with authentic Japanese and Korean dishes at a great price. Get your ramen fix here.
Westland Tai Poutini National Park
Fox's village store provides all the basics, including some fresh produce and ample frozen goods.
Christchurch & Canterbury
In peak season queues stretch out the door for this humble bakery's meat pies and filled rolls.
Buller Region
The best supermarket for miles is located on the main road. Try the bakery's apple turnovers.
The West Coast
If you're heading southwest, this is your last big supermarket before Wanaka, 426km away!
Marlborough Region
Pretty much the only supermarket choice, and fortunately a good one.
The Great Coast Road
Berliners Jack and Petra run their popular pizzeria in the midst of bucolic farmland by the Little Totara River. It's 4km north of Charleston.
Christchurch
The popular local restaurant is under new management, and the owners are still finding their culinary feet. Expect hearty bistro-style fare like slow…
Manapouri Store & Cathedral Cafe
Fiordland & Southland
The local store stocks basic groceries and serves traditional lunch-bar food and takeaways (pies, burgers and the like). It's also Manapouri's main…
Christchurch & Canterbury
One of two supermarkets in the main square; self-caterers should stock up here before heading off into Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park.
Franz Josef Glacier
It's not as though you have options, so this mid-sized supermarket does the trick for self-catering and picnicking needs.
Fiordland & Southland
This supermarket isn't big, but beyond Balclutha it's the best option for self-catering supplies in the Catlins.
Fiordland & Southland
Beyond a good selection of the usual groceries, this shop stocks sandwiches, pies and a few surprises besides.
Christchurch
Good coffee and counter food combine with hearty breakfast and lunch dishes at this friendly local cafe.
Fiordland & Southland
Not the cheapest place to stock up on groceries, but this small supermarket carries all the essentials.
Wanaka
The big cheese in Wanaka supermarkets, with everything you need to self-cater or hit the trails.
Christchurch & Canterbury
You'll find basic pub grub here, as well as plenty of locals to share a beer with.
Christchurch & Canterbury
For basic supplies; has a good wine and beer selection.
