10 restaurant menus in New Zealand, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Grilled Snapper w Cauliflower Salted Buffalo Curd & Crispy Prosciutto
Fish & chips
Tiramisu
Steamed Marlborough Sounds Mussels w White Wine Garlic Butter & Side of Agria Fries
Salad
Market Fish Carpaccio
Ceviche
Stick Date Pudding
Wild Mushroom Rissotto
Crawfish
Crab
Saffron Roasted Apple and Honey
Lamb Rack
Catfish
Duck
Mochaccino
Halloumi
Oyster
Sit down
Seafood
New Zealand
European
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Waterfront
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
After-hours
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The Boat shed is a great location for a meal. Get there early or make a reservation to sit out on the covered deck. The food is delicious. I..."
J K
"First time there today...oh my word...the food was high class!! Prices reasonable, the location at the waterfront with its stunning views amazing and..."
Stanley GOLIATH
"One of the best places in Nelson. Good food amazing location.
Have been here a dozen times, recommend trusting the chef which gets you a bunch of..."
Chris Rodley
"Well worth the journey from. DUNEDIN just to dine ... Ceviche was superb, my husband had tge scampi ... he is still floating with a belly full of..."
Nicki Rein
"First time in Nelson and this was the first restaurant we tried because of the good reviews.
The hospitality of the staff was top notch. The lady..."
Joy Fu
"The food was SO PHENOMENAL I’m writing a review less than an hour after leaving! The food was absolutely amazing! Great portions - leaving full but..."
Natalie Walaszczyk
"Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Nice and warm greeting. Drinks arrived very quickly. Food came fast and perfectly cooked. The fresh oysters..."
롭플
"Always enjoy my dining experience here. Service is always on point and engaging and the food is delicious and served in a good time frame. Would..."
Change Hypnosis Therapy & Coaching
"Beautiful location and great food! Best time to go is lunchtime or dinner at summertime for the sunset. Favourite thing from there is the..."
Cashan Balfour
"Great meal. Good wine, service, and atmosphere. Oysters were good and the fish was so good. The dessert was heavenly. They accommodated my nut..."
Asparagus and Quinoa Salad with Soft Boiled Eggs Toasted Almonds and Sumac Yoghurt
Sit down
New Zealand
European
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"We have captured many beautiful weddings at the Boathouse in Nelson! The views looking out over the water are stunning, and you can often catch a..."
THINK VISUAL
"Great view with friendly staff. Few Gluten free food options, and good selection of food. Prices were not bad and wait time was pretty quick. Would..."
Hugh Hucklesby
"Delicious scrambled tofu on asparagus and bread for a great price! Was too good to stop and take a photo before eating the majority. Beautiful spot..."
Dean Franklet
"I have been there several times over the years. It's a great spot, a quintessential Nelson landmark to visit and to..."
Emmanuel Pierre Soufflet
"Everything about this restaurant is fantastic! From the greeting and friendly chit chat from the front of house staff, to the atmosphere and view,..."
Rebekah Thorne
"You can't get a location much better than this. It's almost in the harbor. We were a big group but they handled the orders superbly. Top staff. Food..."
Jim Vause
"Great place to see live music and dance. Balcony is a perfect for a summer..."
Fred Kramer
"Great venue, beautiful sunset views, great service and variety of music , shows and dancing..."
kae bennetts
"Great coffee, great food and service.
We had the eggs beni. 👌
5..."
Peter Turner (petekiwiworld)
"Have had some excellent events here where we rented this spot. Perfect place for company events. We do our Christmas party..."
Chris Rodley
"Good food, reasonable prices, great night out with the Gypsy Pickers band, good friendly service, and VERY strong..."
Lynda Coe
"Beautiful sunrise viewing spot without any doubt! Weather can be a great..."
Mahabuba Sultana
"Stunning sunset views, we were there for a private event and it was well catered - staff are..."
Zara Jensen
"Great afternoon at the Wine tasting..."
Shona Hogg
"Out of all the places in our NZ trip this was my favourite even if it was just a coffee..."
Jonn Scott
"Was a lovely day for a great lunch at the boathouse..Coffees very well..."
"Great location beside the park with lots of seating indoors and out. Coffee was excellent, using Milk Lab brand. Small cakes were well priced but..."
Kim Seaward
"Really beautiful location for a café. Definitely worth sitting outside if you can - especially for the birdsong and sunshine. The food was great and..."
Alexandra Gibson
"Loved the attitude of the staff. They were so friendly.
Sitting at the deck, reading my book, and enjoying great black coffee with amazing garden and..."
Işıl “Ish” Tan
"Very nice coffee here. Cafe is accessable via The Queens Gardens or through the Suter Gallery entrance (this is the one to use if requiring..."
froggy nz
"We went to this cafe twice during our 3 days Nelson trip.
food quality is slightly better than average.
service is even better
the best part of cafe..."
Fergus Mao
"This place was awesome. Tasty Coffee and so many healthy options for lunch. Staff were so warm and welcoming. Will definitely come..."
Jitka Benešová
"Good menu, great staff, awesome venue. Loved sitting outside in the fine weather overlooking the river and gardens. The Eggs Royale breakfast was..."
Crusader. Tango
"Good quality cafe food in a beautiful location. There’s a effusive and charming woman who seems to run the..."
Malcolm Goodall
"From the interior design perspective, they choose plywood structure frame, natural timber Celling, floor & table, this nautical style matches the big..."
Haiying Shi
"Great coffee, good food and a very relaxing place to enjoy catching up with friends. The outlook on the Queen's Gardens is beautiful. And service is..."
Luke Mitchell
"Really good place. Good coffee and friendly staff. Great barista, love the latte..."
shéhérazade hajjouli
"Food and coffee were fantastic. This is a very cute, light and airy cafe with views overlooking the river and the gardens. Staff were lovely! Highly..."
Korean Fried Chicken Salt and Pepper Squid Chicken Dumplings Kumera Fries
Hot Pot
Salad
Ale Battered Turbit
Scallops
The Tides Gourmet Salad
Beer Battered Turbot
Cheesecakes
Duck
Calamari
Pumpkin Pie
Lamb
Risotto
Sit down
European
New Zealand
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Street Parking
Reservations
Table Service
Cash Only
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Drinks
Breakfast
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Bloody delicious Not cheap but I recommend you get the set menu. It's a great deal and plenty of choices on..."
Linda Winifred
"Loved it! Great food and staff. Will be back again soon. Only down fall would be plastic straws! If i had known i was getting one i would have said..."
Rachel Clarke
"Had a wonderful meal. Excellent service. And an awesome evening. Would definatly go..."
Erin-Jo Funnell
"The prawn and scallop ravioli is amazing !!! Also the scallops !! Well done 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 service great - staff very attentive! Interior..."
Orla Whelan
"We were staying at Trailways and went to the Tides for a drink to cap off the evening. Great bar service and range of drinks. Barman made drink for..."
Timothy
"Dropped in Friendly engaging welcome . Handled my wife's dietary needs well and looked for and delivered options. both our meals tasty and well..."
Paul
"In Nelson for work for about the 4th time in 9 months and each time I seem to be put up in a different hotel, so it was Trailways this time around. I..."
Otago Islander
"I bring a group of 20 or more people to The Tides most months for a business luncheon, and I have to say that every single time it surpasses our..."
Maxine Cook
"Very classy restaurant. The decor is minimalistic with a nice fancy candle and no tacky artwork. Had a few vegetarian options one of which was a filo..."
Rochelle
"First time here and we were incredibly blown away. The atmosphere was so warm and welcoming but feels like fine dining. The service was extremely..."
Raven Stevens
"Wow!! Second time in Nelson...first time here...damn...the food is good!!! Classy, tasty, well presented...and beautiful flavour combinations....The..."
Stanley GOLIATH
"Good meal. Bit pricey but a premium dining experience. Bring some sun glasses as it's very bright outside in the evenings. Staff were nice and food..."
Hugh Hucklesby
"Great food, service was over and above, especially for our 6 year old. Very helpful, friendly staff and meals were quickly provided. A lovely family..."
barbara gould
"We had our dinner there last week. Great dinning atmosphere
especially if you can book a table by window.
Very friendly staff & good service.
we..."
Fergus Mao
"We went out as a large group for dinner. Service was quick, the staff friendly and professional, the food was nicely presented but the alcove where..."
Timothy Mora
"Most reliable restaurant in town! Never a bad meal, great menu options, and always great service. Very consistent and always my first..."
Georgia Samuels
"Great ambience and terrific menu. The sharing lamb platter for two was amazing. Highly..."
Sherilyn Tasker
"Fantastic dinner. Shared entree was delicious and great to try 5 different entrees for the price of 2. Quick and professional..."
Jo
"We dined here for dinner 3 times in one week while we were staying in Nelson.
The food & service was excellent without fault. The fish, ribeye,..."
Jan
"Friendly staff and good drinks selection. The meals were delicious and catered to different sizes and diets. There is a nice view and a bunch of..."
Zach Ford
"Fantastic meal. Always dine here if staying in Nelson. Great..."
Anna Downes
"over all a nice place to dine at, food is nice and well presented, service is great and all staff are kind and friendly, ok why not 5 stars then,..."
robin cooper
"So awesome loved how the rooms were so clean staff were helpful. I've booked again for tomorrow and they gave me a..."
Becky Campbell
"Amazing meal .Highly recommended roast lamb for two. Perfect with maybe few more vegs. Back for..."
Michelle Hassan
"Only thing is it is pricey the food when eating out for two people, would be great if they had some options on specials each night that is..."
Hautai Greensill
"Delicious food, clean place, nice view and super friendly..."
Harith Al-Sahaf
"We celebrated our 60th wedding anniversary at Tides last Saturday. It was an outstanding success made possible by the thoughtful and efficient staff...."
Bruce Scott-Hill
"Absolutely beautiful seafood. Lovely place for a peaceful dinner by the..."
"Noticed this cafe as we were walking along the river. We decided to try their coffee & muffins. Coffee was delivered quickly considering how busy..."
Diana Waines
"Popped in for brunch the first day of our holiday, great service very quick and friendly. Meals were generous in portion and packed full of flavour...."
"Friendly and helpful staff. Pleasant environment. My bacon and eggs were OK, just not amazing. I asked for the wholemeal bread with them and it was..."
Clara Wallace
"River Kitchen is temporarily within building renovation paper so it looks a little different/disguised. Located adjacent to a handy public car park..."
Margaret Young
"I love this place, always busy with friendly staff. Excellent food and value for money. My daughter couldn’t eat the full eggs Benedict and doing a..."
Avril Peterson
"Dropped in for a coffee with a mate, as always River Kitchen, dispite the lunch time bustle, provided a relaxed atmosphere where converstation is..."
Betty Sammes
"best coffee ever! best brunch..."
wang yan
"Found a lovely place for breakfast this Mōrena. Place is humming, lot's obviously love the kai and kāwhe here too.
I must say I really enjoyed my..."
Pete Armstrong
"Food was great. We had the seafood chowder & open chicken sandwich. Both very tasty and well seasoned by New Zealand standards! (I find there's a..."
"Looks like new management. Good steak, cooked perfectly and nice and tender. Portion size was large but not too big. Kids had burger and popcorn..."
Chris Rodley
"Food is good but not the best. Staff are friendly and..."
Jam
"Best ever breakfast in NELSON ATHE..."
Bhawandeep singh
"The food was absolutely delicious, the staff are great & really friendly, had a little wait on our food but was worth it! Great atmosphere, really..."
Tracie McNally
"We celebrate our engagement at this restaurant and it was such a great night to remember.
The food was so delicious and the staff were friendly.
The..."
Vishaal A Prasad
"This place is not just one of the greatest watering holes. The service was amazing - food was massive and tasted delicious 🤤. Will be back for..."
Leighton-Lee Ngawaka
"Nice meal. Crackling on the pork belly was a bit of a let down as it was soft. Loved all the bacon in the wedges. Very bar like atmosphere but still..."
Sharon W
"Went for son's 18th birthday dinner.
Everyone really enjoyed their meals and service was good.
They even offered my son a free Brownie Dessert for..."
Delwyn Curtis
"Great food at great prices. We really enjoyed our dinner and experience the staff were welcoming and the atmosphere really warming. Highly..."
Roberta McLean
"Awesome place for live music and best steak!! 👌would give it a 5 star if the tables outside were cleaned properly..But overall it's..."
Gautam Vlogs
"Stunningly big portions, friendly attentive staff, extremely clean and well lit.
Thoroughly enjoyed dining, was so good, we went back the second..."
Katy Martin
"The best steakhouse in Nelson, we all meat eaters and really enjoy different tastes of meat. They were really huge, so I would recommend girls choose..."
Girl and her Computer
"Amazing service. Loved the bartenders and great meal! Definitely recommend..."
RamPeng
"You might be forgiven for thinking its just a sports bar as the bright lighting sort of dispels the restaurant atmosphere but then you get your steak..."
"Fantastic friendly service knowledgeable. Food was not only well presented but the flavors to match. Have found our little go to place while we are..."
Mark Keast
"A great way to finish the day in Nelson. Lovely food and pleasant, attentive and efficient service. I had seafood chowder, one of us had pizza and..."
TheGoodKiwi Nz
"Although I love to eat out, it can be very daunting and exhausting for me. I was born with a rare Metabolic Disorder in which I cannot eat protein,..."
Stephanie Lyes
"Great view, friendly staff and one of the best Seafood Chowders I've had in a long time - well seasoned and a good variety of seafood. The portions..."
EpiCurious
"The place is very comfortable and generous. For the amount of staff compared to number of customers, it took a while for someone to come over and..."
Tanya Engineer
"Ordered the pizza and pork belly. The pizza tasted pretty good and the pork belly was decent. However, love the ambiance of the restaurant and the..."
Margareta Dorothea
"Yesterday me and my partner visited The Styx Kitchen as it was recommended by a friend. On first entrance the inside of the resuraunt was completely..."
Mariette Cameron
"Yes they do have local craft brews on tap, but the coffee addiction needed tending to. Love their enormous cheesy scone and flourless orange..."
Heneedsfood
"Good food and chilled vibe.. Had the scallop carbonara .. was beautiful! Didnt feel ill halfway like i normally do, and ended up scoffing the entire..."
Thekittaysmeow
"I went here and had the seafood chowder. One of the best I have ever had! So generous with heaps of seafood. The waitress was thoughtful and funny..."
Astrid
"I've now eaten here many times at different times for brunch, lunch and dinner.The menu always has daily changing specials as well as..."
Mandy Rainbowrific
"I have been here many times, it is my local i guess. the staff are always vibrant, helpful and polite. the food is great, pizzas today were great,..."
Ian Lambie
"I have been several times now, different times of the day, just for coffee and cake in the afternoon and several times for dinner.All visits..."
Mandy
"My mother, wife and I visited The Styx for lunch and I must say, the service and meals were top notch. The ladies had Seafood Chowder and regard it..."
Eric Stewart
"My partner and I have been to several of the two-for-one Pizzas on Tuesday evenings. It was just right - a quick pizza and a glass of wine (or beer)..."
Chris T
"Went there in January with my family that were visiting. We had pizzas, but they were very good and the family still talk about "those yummy..."
Teresa Eddy
"Delightful restaurant by the sea. I am completely impressed that my platter of 3 seafoods (fish, garlic shrimp, calamari) and chips was served so..."
maureen mason
"Really lovely service. The Bloody Mary had a nice mild spice. The seafood chowder is one of the better ones I have had, highly recommend. Calamari..."
Amy Avocado
"The meal was lovely just a little sparse. Seafood Combo was talked up as more than enough for 1 person and would feed 2 persons. When it came to the..."
Tess Curry
"Nipped in for dessert and a coffee, fantastic service and food was excellent. We had the cheesecake. A very popular restaurant so would recommend..."
Gary Roberts
"Staff were so kind & friendly. Food was absolutley delish along with the drinks! Loved having a nice view on such a beaut day too..."
J Martin
"Lovely waitress. Took great care of us. Yummy food and cocktails (only wish they had oysters on the menu). Food came out pretty fast. The steak melt..."
Billie Gurl
"Food was excellent! Very fresh. Highly recommend the pan fried fish and chowder. Also tried the crumbed fish and fish&chips. Were also good. Service..."
Mihwa Lee
"Down from Auckland, visiting family and we went to dinner over Labour weekend. I’d been told the food was good. And it was superb! I ordered the..."
Anne Anderson
"Does this menu ever change? In saying that, my fish of the day was really delicious and cooked perfectly. Had a bit of a wait for drinks, etc, can..."
Janis Iggo
"Excellent food and friendly, helpful service. Great fresh seafood options which we all enjoyed. Chowder exceptional! Had a great spot outside with..."
"Went there for 1st time around 8am after my morning walk and I found a great variety of salty and sweet food for breakfast! Big portions too! Looked..."
Sophia Gort
"Insanely good value for delicious, handmade and wholesome food. Visited mid—September 2023. My partner and I had eggs Bennie - only $13.50 for a..."
Benjamin Plows-Kolff
"Recommended by a friend and had a really nice homemade hash brown. Prices really good. Staff very..."
Gary Roberts
"I had the best pasta of my life at Tozzetti, accompanied with excellent service, an exceptionally clean and spacious environment. I came because of..."
Julia Albert
"Awesome array of good food. Come with a hearty appetite, it's all so good. Excellent coffee, lovely..."
Carol Garnett
"Overall a wonderful experience for breakfast. A warm welcome as soon as you step in through the door and great vibes. Very affordable and tasty..."
Adam Kennedy
"Absolutely delicious looking food with a taste to match. Friendly staff and great atmosphere. Well worth the visit. Plenty of..."
Melford J
"Awesome place to have breakfast well worth the rest stop. Breakfast was delicious had the tozzetti mixed grill. Very pleasant staff welcoming as..."
Anthony Mcgladdery
"From the interior design view, it’s Great place in Nelson to see how to use plywood black paint and natural wood, the three main elements and the..."
Haiying Shi
"Food was delicious, service was friendly and helpful and price was very reasonable. A great meal..."
Lisa McIntosh
"Friendly staff, good coffee, and although i didn't try any of the food, it all looked..."
Rosie Gibson
"I had an oatmilk latte. The food looked amazing. Sadly no vegan options at this time. Hopefully this opens up in the near..."
Charlotte Donovan
"You know you're about to get an absolutely tasty breakfast when the owner is so warm and welcoming. We asked so many questions and she passionately..."
Stacey Hemara
"Food was delicious!! Went there for breakfast during the Easter long weekend as it was the only Cafe open from 8am (thank you!). My partner ordered..."
Monica K
"Nice place, tasty food, friendly welcoming service. Nice to see a real Christmas..."
Carel Jobsis
"AMAZING. All the food our group had was on point and great prices! Well worth a..."
"Lovely establishment away from the town centre of Nelson in a very peaceful, quiet and relaxing setting. They have really nailed the "Ye Olde English..."
Lachlan Burnet
"The location beside the water is superb. The building has lots of character and the staff are friendly and helpful.
We ordered pizza, which was very..."
Helen Jenkins
"Had a great catchup with some of our cousin's from the north island had a few drinks and a small meal great atmosphere, staff stuffed our meal order..."
Darrel Growden
"Enjoyed a meal in the restaurant with friendly helpful staff and quality food. Many diners there on a Monday where the restaurant is available for..."
Paul Harvey
"Dropped in for a Beer and an afternoon tea for family. Love the place and friendly staff. Always visit when in Nelson..."
Murray Tinker
"Great to sit outside on a Saturday afternoon, watch the planes overhead and look out over the ocean. Good selection of beers and table service...."
Trevor Simpson
"An amazing place to stay at, would like to have stayed longer, hell I'd love to live there 😂, big well equipped rooms with lots of storage areas,..."
shayne lipsham
"Excellent food great service and the location is to die for, absolutely recommend this restaurant, hopefully we'll stay next..."
William Rutherfurd
"Good rooms of a decent size. Good showers and comfy beds. Clean and nicely presented. Very reasonable prices.
The pub downstairs had great food, not..."
Phil
"A lovely old building, but disappointingly few windows you could actually sit and see the view. We went for lunch, not a very exciting menu. I had..."
Maree Rikys
"Didnt stay in a room. Great people, food, garden. Good atmosphere. Dog/child..."
Kaye Chamberlain
"Had a lovely stay before and after walking the Able Tasman Track, room was lovely, bed comfortable, the home cooked biscuits were yummy and the..."
Stephanie Gee
"Great place for dinner, awesome food, fab service, highly recommend. For those with mobility issues, there is not an accessible..."
Erin Inwood
"Great selection of beers/drinks. Very friendly staff! (Especially Brooklyn. Big kudos to her for driving us to the airport!) Food was outstanding..."
Eric McCrystal
"Just had a light meal in the bar.Anna was such a pleasant lady who served us and her coffee making skills are..."
graeme gardner`
"I recently held a function in the Banquet Room. Anna the Functions Manager was exceptional. She gave great advice and handled my event with..."
Toni Erskine
"Hands down the best seafood chowder I’ve had in a long time.
Also the beer burger was great. Nice moist patty.
Enjoyed the court yard. Just have to..."
"Had dinner here a couple times over the week.
First time, sirloin steak with mushrooms. Absolutely devine, perfectly cooked and the mushrooms were..."
Gina Whangapirita
"Our group of 10 did a walk in with no booking. The staff were efficient and welcoming. The meals were of generous portions and our middle aged team..."
Gail C
"The food was tasty and well presented and in good sized portions. Price was slightly above average. The atmosphere was also good. Service was okay..."
Timothy Mora
"Great place with great meals, their burgers are to die for and are easily some of the best around. Good wheelchair access from the main road and it's..."
Lore
"Absolutely glorious place! Been coming here since the day I moved to Nelson and been treated like a local from day dot. Awesome staff, awesome..."
Ezra Wells
"Came here for a quick snack.
Host very kind and patient and explained all of the options, and even brought a sample for us to try first.
Food ordered..."
chris
"Totally blown away $17.50 two gurnard and half a scoop. Beyond Happy to pay that a million times over, for the perfectly cooked FRESH fish coated in..."
"Awesome place to chill next to the beach, awesome food and quality you won't find elsewhere. Must stop for all your restaurant needs or if you simply..."
iNVASIVE Sports Team
"The Sands. My Family have made this our regular Breakfast Stop if we're in Nelson for more than a day. Excellent Food, Great Coffee an again Staff..."
Rae O'Neill
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