Where to eat in Te Anau!
If you’re holidaying in Te Anau, chances are you will be having some action-packed days full of outdoor adventure. So with a big day out, you and your family have definitely earned a great feed as a reward! Te Anau is actually booming with a quickly growing foodie scene and you’ll be spoilt for choice of where to eat.
To assist in these matters, we’ve put together our list of the top five dining destinations in Te Anau...
1. The Fat Duck ($$)
If you’re after a big meal, then The Fat Duck is the place for you. Serving huge portions of pasta, meat, burgers, and their homemade pulled pork pie, your tummies will be treated to one of the best experiences you can have in Southland. The service is of the friendly Kiwi standard and the atmosphere has a constant energetic buzz. We highly recommend booking in advance, as the place is popular every day of the week.
Cuisine: European
Price: $9-$40
Opening times: 11AM-10PM daily
Address: 124 Town Centre Southland District, Te Anau
Contact: 03 249 8480
2. La Toscana Pizzeria ($$)
Let’s be honest, sometimes all you want after a big day of adventure is carbs. And no one does carbs quite like an Italian restaurant. That’s why we highly recommend La Toscana Pizzeria. W reckon they do the best pizza in Southland by a long shot and the value for money is fantastic considering how large the portions are. Whether you go for the pizza or pasta, you MUST finish out the dining experience with their homemade tiramisu.
Cuisine: Italian
Price: $8-$30
Opening times: 5:30PM-9PM daily
Address: 108 Milford Road, Southland District, Te Anau
Contact: 03 249 7756
3. Redcliff Café ($$$)
Friendly service, great food and a large range of local wines and beers – what more could you want from a Southland restaurant?! The Redcliff Café is a favourite amongst locals and tourists alike. Their hero dishes include duck wings, arancini balls and venison skewers and the kid’s menu cater for even the pickiest of eaters. Don’t feel like you need to rush out of the restaurant either, their cosy lounge area with a wood-burning stove is the perfect place for a nightcap.
Cuisine: Contemporary European
Price: $10-$50
Opening times: 11AM-12AM daily
Address: 12 Mokonui Street, Southland District, Te Anau
Contact: 03 249 7431
4. The Moose Bar & Restaurant ($$)
This British pub is a great place for a casual dining experience that offers stunning views of Lake Te Anau. The ribs and fettuccini are some of their staple dishes and the craft beers are out of this world. It’s also a family-friendly restaurant, with a great lawn space for kids to play on while they wait for their meal.
Cuisine: Gastropub
Price: $10-$40
Opening times: 11AM-11PM daily
Address: 84 Lakefront Drive, Southland District, Te Anau
Contact: 03 249 7100
5. The Ranch Bar & Grill ($$)
If you’re searching for classic kiwi cuisine, then this is the restaurant for you! Serving up traditional fish & chips or surf n’ turf, everyone in your family will be satisfied with their range of seafood offerings. To top it off with pudding, the pavlova is by far the best you’ll find anywhere in Southland. It’s a simple, no-fuss meal option to please the whole family after a big day out in the national parks.
Cuisine: Gastropub
Price: $5-$28
Opening times: 8AM-12AM daily
Address: Town Centre Southland District, Te Anau
Contact: 03 249 8810
Taste-buds salivating already over the hearty meals you can have in Te Anau? Check out our Te Anau holiday homes and start planning here!
