Brew Pub cuisine: the best places to taste it in Queenstown

6 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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Searchlight Brewery
Searchlight Brewery
93/100 (1957 ratings)
Restaurants
Gastropub
Brew Pub
Bar
Pub
Gastropub
New Zealand
Bar
Brew Pub
Pub
Dinner
Lunch
Pilsner
Spiced Ale & Coffee Porter
Boysenberry and Cherry Sour
Beer
Fast food
Bar
Pub
Gastropub
Brew Pub
New Zealand
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Television
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"First brewery we visited in QT since we moved here. It’s walking distance from our residence. Staff are cheerful and welcoming. We started by a..."
Iriz York
"The indoor and outdoor setting make this a great place for a group to socialize. The staff are friendly. We came specifically looking to try their..."
Brit Law
"Friendly staff, good atmosphere and great beer. Parking wasn't the..."
Norman Lee
"Great little brewery and bar. Had a iggy hop,..."
Brian Norton
"I'd heard good things but wasn't expecting to find such a hidden gem in the industrial area. Loved the sunny beer garden, enjoyed a tasting paddle..."
Emily Moore
"Slip of the main road and into a truly chilled independent brewery. We had a great afternoon sipping on the Russian Imperial Stout, N1, before..."
Adrian Hood
"Glad we found this hidden gem on our way back from Arrowtown! Louis was super friendly and talked us through each of the beers that they had brewing..."
Melissa Stansfield
"A must when visiting Queenstown. Super friendly staff. Awesome beer. Large selection and priced right. Highly..."
Jerrod Watzinger
"Fantastic gem of Queenstown hidden away. Great beers. We loved the popcorn. Hope to get time to visit..."
Nicole Lacey
"Good range of craft beer, good board games with all the pieces and good bar snacks..."
Celeste Stella
Smiths- Craft Beer House
Smiths- Craft Beer House
89/100 (1293 ratings)
Restaurants
Brew Pub
New Zealand
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Pub
Gluten Free Options
Gastropub
New Zealand
American
American
Brew Pub
Gastropub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Craft Beer Tasting
Po' Boys
Fish & Chips
Nachos
Chicken Wings
Beef
Craft Beers on Tap
Fish
Raspberry Sour
Pork
Roasted Vegetable Salad
Salad
Beef Short Rib Burger
Wings
Apple Crumble Cider
DNA Beer
Focaccia Bread & Pretzels
Ribs
Proper Poutine
Nachos
Poutine
Beef Short Ribs
Cauliflower Wings
Pretzel
Sandwiches
Great Selection of Beers
Burger
Sit down
American
Brew Pub
Pub
New Zealand
Gastropub
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Credit Cards
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Outdoor Seating
Free Wifi
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Best soft pretzel in Queenstown! Perfectly salty and totally worth the 20 mins for them to make it..."
Puja Shah
"Something like 33 beers to choose from, great for those looking for some variety. Really enjoyed the paddle which was $35 for 6 beers, definitely..."
Matt Exner
"Absolutely loved it here. Highly recommend the beer flight and the pretzel. And all the dogs!!!! So cute. Definitely will be..."
Hannah Z
"Called in for a lunch on a Friday. Great chilled out space. A huge selection of beers to chose from. The Poutine had been recommended by a Canadian..."
Kiwis Fly the Coop NZ
"Iconic beer house in the centre of Queenstown. The first trip I had to Queenstown in 2019, Smith's had an Epic tap takeover, which was perfect as..."
Anthony Dzioba
"Huge selection of New Zealand beers. Get the flight. We ordered the French fries (deliciously seasoned and not too thick). We also go the wings and..."
Nick Parker
"Great IPA selection had the smiths deep creek 🙏🤓. Also had the beef short rib burger… no fault’s definitely recommend if on your own or a..."
daran lee
"Great selection of craft beers and other drinks for the non beer lovers. The Wahoo Chicken was tasty AF The homemade pretzel (you wait 20mins for it..."
Vicki Easton
"Lots of hype about the burgers down the street, why waste time waiting when you can have an awesome burger here along with great brews! The pretzel..."
Leslie Hagemann
"Had a great time at Smiths. Was greeted with great hospitality and love its casual vibe with a fantastic song list. Interesting selection, and just..."
Jamie W
Canyon Brewing
Canyon Brewing
87/100 (494 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Bar
International
Pub
Vegan Options
Pizza
Gastropub
Gastropub
International
Brew Pub
Dining bars
Brew Pub
Beer restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Indian Pale Ale
Mixed Leaf Salad
Nice Beers
Woodfired Sourdough Pizza
Venison Salami Pizza with Pesto
Shoestring Fries Aioli
Shoestring Fries and Aoli
Crispy Pork Belly Canyon Cider Glaze Celeriac Remoulade Crispy Shallots
Te Mana Lamb Rump House Coleslaw Parsnip Puree Salsa Verde
Burger
Lamb
Fried calamari
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Dining bars
Pizza
International
Gastropub
Brew Pub
Beer restaurants
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Parking Available
Free Wifi
Free off-street parking
Accepts Credit Cards
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Omg! My favourite throughout the whole trip! The fried chicken is superb!! Must order and all the menu is creative and nice taste. Must try dear..."
PeiQi Teh
"Enjoyed a nice lunch on a warm autumnal afternoon here. The service was good, there were many spaces to sit and the proximity to the rapids made for..."
Trentyz
"Decided to go do lunch and the place was nice with a bar and wood fire pizza oven catching your eye upon entering. Pleasant atmosphere with nice..."
Johnny Kopinya
"Good service and a nice spot down by the jet boats. The food was nice but was a little on the expensive side. The coffee had good flavour but was..."
Kinsey Hall
"If in Queenstown, you must make the trip out. The edamame are amazing, the pizzas are fantastic and being a brewery they have beers for all..."
Daniel Elias
"stop here for a pint and very satisfying views in lovely environs! the ambiance is tops, the beer is pretty good. Diverse IPA offerings, done well..."
Andrew Kumar
"Beautiful spot for lunch and away from the crowded streets of Queenstown. Good view point for all the shotover jets going through the canyon. The..."
Feeds For Three
"Love the feijoas sour beer, merino lamb skewers and pizza! I want to know the black pepper that they are using coz it tasted soooo great. Great..."
Ina Dalosa
"A really fun place to grab a drink and a bite! Wonderful view and set up right on the river. It’s a bit out of town near shotover jet but would be..."
Julia Ruby Baldwin
"Fantastic setting and great beer. Would give it five stars if it weren't for the monotonous loud DJ music blaring in the..."
Mike Beadle
Malbas
Malbas
85/100 (21 ratings)
Restaurants
Pub
Steakhouse
Brew Pub
Pub
Steakhouse
Brew Pub
Steakhouse
Brew Pub
Pub
Cheap Eats
"The $12th steak is..."
Pat Snyder
"Great little tavern. Enjoyable plus..."
Shaun Clements
Beech Tree Craft Beer
Beech Tree Craft Beer
85/100 (499 ratings)
Restaurants
Pub
Gastropub
Brew Pub
New Zealand
Pub
Gastropub
New Zealand
American
Brew Pub
American
Dinner
Lunch
Beer Tasting Paddle
Wingman Platter for Two
Sauced Wings
Vegetarian Loaded Fries
Wings
Wings and Ribs Platter
Herby Hummus
Hazy Beers Flight
Craft Beer & Wings
Chicken Wings
Beech Tree Burger
Our Beer Flight
Onion rings
Chicken Wings with Lemon and Pepper
Cider
Left Is a Brown Ale Right Was a Hazy of Some Sort
Pineapple Teriyaki Wings
Spiced Cidre
Stout
Wings Platter
Beer Battered Halloumi
Mac & Cheese Burger
Sit down
American
Brew Pub
New Zealand
Pub
Gastropub
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Television
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"one of the place to visit when you’re in Queenstown! Situated on top of other shops, this bar will feed you like crazy and offers a great great..."
axelle
"Best bar in the stretch of shops at Queenstown Central. Ordered a pint and was amazed at the taste! Love..."
Edwin Ang
"Hidden away off the main area, this place is a gem! One of my fav places in Queenstown. Food pricing was reasonable and lots of beers to choose..."
B T
"Happened upon this spot as we were walking around QT looking for some dinner seen a board offering a $25 steak meal deal and a range of craft beers..."
Neil Bradshaw
"Great bar with loads of craft beers on tap that regularly change. Also great service, warm and friendly staff, and always helpful when trying to..."
Nolan Jex
"Our first stop in Queenstown and was a great place to get into the local vibe. Great range of beers from the region and good value food options...."
Paul Duffy
"Tuesday is always a bit tricky in Queenstown, staff still in short supply but you wouldn't know it from the great service we got last night from..."
Peter Andrews
"Tl:dr Experience so good I bought their beanie. No regrets. Ordered the ribs & wings to share and both were absolutely gorgeous. I've only had them..."
A K
"Omg this place is to die for a must for any Queenstown trip. We had the rib, wing, chips and slaw platter for 2 for $42 and it was 10/10. 30 custom..."
Leo
"Would've been a five star as this is a craft beer hot spot, but the guy behind the bar let this place down for being completely disinterested in my..."
Emmie Harrison-West
"Cool pub, great drink choices and their quiz night was really fun. Ribs were nice and the wings were just okay. We had paltters and 2 flavors of..."
Phil Wong
"Fantastic choice of beer and wings. Nice and friendly stuff. The food was delicious. If you love craft beer, they have a beer tasting panel with 4..."
Martin Dodell
"Great atmosphere and dog friendly. The upstairs beer garden is easy to locate and inviting with a large selection of beers on tap. I ordered a plate..."
Michael Cheng
"Amazing food with great pairings, highly recommend! We ordered an assortment of the wings, both sauced and dry. The dry were by far my..."
Nikita Odegard
"Been here twice now when we’ve visited Queenstown and both times have had great food and beer. Cool space, and unfortunately missed out on the quiz..."
Caelum Price
"A hidden cozy spot on the second floor with great food, service and vibes..."
Kevin James
"What an amazing, cruisy bar. Dog friendly too! The food is very tasty, and the platter for two was ample for two. Great selection of craft beers on..."
Amanda Peterson
"I always come here with friends to play games, drink and eat. This place has a great vibe anytime during the day. They’ve got a couple vegan..."
Celeste Stella
Speights Ale House Queenstown
Speights Ale House Queenstown
78/100 (2012 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gastropub
Bar
Brew Pub
Pub
New Zealand
Gastropub
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
Brew Pub
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Beef Schnitzel
Beef and Chips
Bangers And Mash
Beef
Fish & Chips
Chicken Cutlets
Schnitzel
Potatoes and Greens
Chicken Filo
Black Cherry Chicken
Pasta
Southern Man Steak
Salad
15 Steak Chips & Salad
Fish & chips
Lamb
Salmon
Speight’S Beer
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Antipasto Platter
Seafood chowder
Beer Sample
Chowder
Sausage & Mash
Lamb Shank
Speights Chicken Burger
Fish & Chips
Burger
Mulled Wine
Chicken parmigiana
Fruit Crumble
Ribs
Ribs with Fries
Sit down
Pub
Brew Pub
Gastropub
New Zealand
Bar
Television
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Drinks
After-hours
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Iconic place to eat in QT, Speights Ale House. We ate from the $15 menu and what awesome value for money! Food was great, quality and quantity...."
Semesi
"Great beers on tap and delicious fish and chips. Good selection of dishes on the menu. Staff are nice and friendly. Plenty of seating inside and..."
Iriz York
"Delicious food. Super Friendly staff...."
Gilbert Tan
"Very happy with the meals & service Great choices of small & large meals Staff friendly & easy to chat with them I loved the Parmigiana- Parmie Would..."
Jacque De Vincenzo
"Really awesome food and great service. The $15 lunch menu is excellent value, very tasty Chicken and the Pie was great..."
Todd Macleod
"I thought this place was supposed to be far more... idk what, but _something_. Overall it is pretty much just a pub restaurant, but the only key..."
Geoff Wilson
"We had great lunch there as the atmosphere in there is very cozy and food is awesome too. They do offer lunch menu and it might be the chespest in..."
Alvin Wu
"Cool place for a cold beer. Parking close by. Food was pretty good too. Best platter In town. It was huge for one person. Great prices. Loved the..."
RewardEdge Consulting
"The service was amazing from start to finish and the food from the $15 lunch menu was great, great flavours, generous serving size and served with..."
Kinsey Hall
"Very nice local brewery. Food is awesome. Great atmosphere. Warm open fireplace. Great tasting beer on tap. Friendly..."
ozi dude
"A fantastic venue. Tables were clean, food was great and the staff accommodating. I had the venison for dinner and it fantastic. Finished with a..."
Samuel Eva
"Moist flaky blue cod enrobed in a crispy beer batter served with homemade tartar sauce. Outstanding! Friendly efficient service. Authentic atmosphere..."
Andy York
"Very good Taste nice quality of food Just 15$ in Queenstown, people are also..."
park mini
"Great service and great food. The lamb shank was amazing --------- Update from my review a year ago. The positive review def apply to Queenstown..."
Jimmy Yu
"The best Sunday roast in Queenstown for sure!! We come in quite often and it’s always amazing. Staff are lovely..."
Olivia Ayers-Staniland
"Our last night in Queenstown we came here, as they were closed on the Monday even though Google said they were open. Absolutely delicious food, very..."
Sarah
"19 March 2023 kitchen fire will have this place out of service for a while. Downtown Queenstown was shut down by fire responders, and they say it..."
Dick Lyon
"Really warm and busy atmosphere, great service nice..."
Colin Dietschin
"The vegan curry was absolutely delicious!! The portion was big & the staff were also..."
Straw berry