Guidebook for Wanaka
Food Scene
Kika
2 Dunmore StGreat share plates and local ales.
Slow food served fast! Big selection of slow roasted dishes and fresh salads.
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Big Fig Wanaka
105 Ardmore StSlow food served fast! Big selection of slow roasted dishes and fresh salads.
Kai Whakapai
121 Ardmore StLocal beer, great food.
Good space upstairs for families.
Awesome burger bar, this place is better than Ferg Burger in my book! Eat in and enjoy a local beer with your burger or take-away. It's also really easy and convenient to order online here: https://redstarburgerbar.mobi2go.com/
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Red Star Burger Bar
26 Ardmore StAwesome burger bar, this place is better than Ferg Burger in my book! Eat in and enjoy a local beer with your burger or take-away. It's also really easy and convenient to order online here: https://redstarburgerbar.mobi2go.com/
A classic British Gastro Pub here in Wanaka.
Draught beers, great food and atmosphere.
A good spot to take a break after a walk along the river.
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The Prince Albert
20 Alison AveA classic British Gastro Pub here in Wanaka.
Draught beers, great food and atmosphere.
A good spot to take a break after a walk along the river.
Whatever reservations you may have about the French, their cuisine is what makes it all worthwhile. Bistro Gentil brings the delights of French gastronomy to the beautiful shores of Lake Wanaka, and of course some decent Gallic wines too.
“We revisit typical flavour combinations using fresh seasonal ingredients from our kitchen garden and the best of our region. Cardrona Merino lamb, Aoraki salmon, Canter Valley duck…”
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Bistro Gentil
76A Golf Course RdWhatever reservations you may have about the French, their cuisine is what makes it all worthwhile. Bistro Gentil brings the delights of French gastronomy to the beautiful shores of Lake Wanaka, and of course some decent Gallic wines too.
“We revisit typical flavour combinations using fresh seasonal ingredients from our kitchen garden and the best of our region. Cardrona Merino lamb, Aoraki salmon, Canter Valley duck…”
For a little taste of France in Wanaka, a visit to Pembroke Patisserie is a must!
We specialise in classic French patisserie with a modern Kiwi twist, and we’re world famous in Wanaka for our custard squares, doughnuts, pies and almond croissants.
Pick up your freshly baked baguette and barista made coffee or sit in with the morning paper and your choice of treat on the side. We love creating new and exciting treats using the finest seasonal ingredients available to us in Central Otago.
You can find us at 20 Alison Ave, Albert Town – just a five minute drive from Wanaka.
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Pembroke Patisserie
20 Alison AveFor a little taste of France in Wanaka, a visit to Pembroke Patisserie is a must!
We specialise in classic French patisserie with a modern Kiwi twist, and we’re world famous in Wanaka for our custard squares, doughnuts, pies and almond croissants.
Pick up your freshly baked baguette and barista made coffee or sit in with the morning paper and your choice of treat on the side. We love creating new and exciting treats using the finest seasonal ingredients available to us in Central Otago.
You can find us at 20 Alison Ave, Albert Town – just a five minute drive from Wanaka.
Seasonal menus and stunning views of Lake Wanaka. Wineglass Cafe is open daily from 8.00am till late. Book your table now by phoning 0800 108 311 or 03 443 0011.
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Edgewater Hotel - Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
54 Sargood DrSeasonal menus and stunning views of Lake Wanaka. Wineglass Cafe is open daily from 8.00am till late. Book your table now by phoning 0800 108 311 or 03 443 0011.
Delicious house made ice creams and chocolates. Also serve coffees and desserts - a great spot for a sweet treat!
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Patagonia Chocolates
155 Ardmore StDelicious house made ice creams and chocolates. Also serve coffees and desserts - a great spot for a sweet treat!
Little Black Caravan
42 Brownston StreetA sweet spot to pick-up your morning fix!
Big Fig Wanaka
105 Ardmore StSlow food, served fast = 😋
Drinks & Nightlife
Great selection of local Ales, huge selection of wine and gin.
Late night DJs.
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Cork Bar
14 Helwick StGreat selection of local Ales, huge selection of wine and gin.
Late night DJs.
Local Brewery - walking distance from Harakeke. Just take the road alongside the Wanaka Medical Centre, it brings you out at the end on Gordon Road. They have Morsel food truck serving deliciousness on Fri evenings or you can take your own takeaway food to enjoy with the beers and ciders crafted on site!.
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Rhyme and Reason Brewery
17 Gordon RdLocal Brewery - walking distance from Harakeke. Just take the road alongside the Wanaka Medical Centre, it brings you out at the end on Gordon Road. They have Morsel food truck serving deliciousness on Fri evenings or you can take your own takeaway food to enjoy with the beers and ciders crafted on site!.
b.social offers a large range of tasty craft beers, wine, kombucha and non-alcoholic beverages to quench your thirst on a sunny afternoon in the beer garden. Feeling peckish? Our kitchen serves up shareable plates like kimchi fries and hoisin nachos or hearty meals like our b.s burger and ribs. Explore our full drinks menu and food menu and stop on by!
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b.social - wanaka brewery & bar
60 Anderson Rdb.social offers a large range of tasty craft beers, wine, kombucha and non-alcoholic beverages to quench your thirst on a sunny afternoon in the beer garden. Feeling peckish? Our kitchen serves up shareable plates like kimchi fries and hoisin nachos or hearty meals like our b.s burger and ribs. Explore our full drinks menu and food menu and stop on by!
Just around the corner for us, good beers, food and social. And base for all Winter /Summer fun Cardrona Alpine Resort has to offer. Book here, shuttles run from here up the mountain too.
Après by Cardrona & Treble Cone
Just around the corner for us, good beers, food and social. And base for all Winter /Summer fun Cardrona Alpine Resort has to offer. Book here, shuttles run from here up the mountain too.
Sightseeing
From here you can walk to Mt Aspiring Hut or to the Rob Roy Glacier View Point.
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Rob Roy Glacier Trail Head and Car Park
Wanaka Mount Aspiring RoadFrom here you can walk to Mt Aspiring Hut or to the Rob Roy Glacier View Point.
Park here the start point of the Mount Roy track.
Climb to the top of Mount Roy and enjoy the panoramic views of Lake Wanaka and beyond!
Be sure to pack for all weather conditions and take plenty of food and water.
Roys Peak Carpark
Park here the start point of the Mount Roy track.
Climb to the top of Mount Roy and enjoy the panoramic views of Lake Wanaka and beyond!
Be sure to pack for all weather conditions and take plenty of food and water.
Blue Pools Track
Blue Pools TrackGet your own photo of the most photographed tree in the world, rain or shine your guaranteed an epic shot.
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#ThatWanakaTree
59 Wanaka Mount Aspiring RdGet your own photo of the most photographed tree in the world, rain or shine your guaranteed an epic shot.
Wanaka Lavender Farm
36 Morris RdA great start to a day, hike to the summit and complete the loop - takes around 1.5 hours.
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Mount Iron
52 Riverbank RdA great start to a day, hike to the summit and complete the loop - takes around 1.5 hours.
Choose from several walks including short, easier options suitable for kids, and enjoy views of Diamond
Lake, Lake Wānaka and the surrounding mountains.
https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/otago/places/diamond-lake-and-hospital-flat/things-to-do/diamond-lake-and-rocky-mountain-walks/
Rocky Mountain Lake Wanaka viewpoint
West Wanaka RoadChoose from several walks including short, easier options suitable for kids, and enjoy views of Diamond
Lake, Lake Wānaka and the surrounding mountains.
https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/otago/places/diamond-lake-and-hospital-flat/things-to-do/diamond-lake-and-rocky-mountain-walks/
Hit the MTB trails -
https://www.bikewanaka.org.nz/sticky-forest-mtb-trail-map
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Sticky Forest
104B Kings DrHit the MTB trails -
https://www.bikewanaka.org.nz/sticky-forest-mtb-trail-map
Cardrona Distillery
2125 Cardrona Valley RoadOutlet Track
Outlet RoadIsthmus Peak Track
Isthmus Peak TrackAvoid the Mt Roy crowds and go up Isthmus instead or as well! Epic views, stunning landscape and you may spot a deer or two if you setoff early enough!
Isthmus Peak
Avoid the Mt Roy crowds and go up Isthmus instead or as well! Epic views, stunning landscape and you may spot a deer or two if you setoff early enough!
Essentials
Doctors, pharmacist, optometrist and dentist all in one venue!
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Wanaka Medical
23 Cardrona Valley RdDoctors, pharmacist, optometrist and dentist all in one venue!
Because wine is essential right!?
You can pick up a recommended drop from the knowledgeable team at Pembroke Wines and even stay a while and enjoy a beer, they have local brews on tap.
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Pembroke Wines & Spirits Wanaka
24 Dungarvon StBecause wine is essential right!?
You can pick up a recommended drop from the knowledgeable team at Pembroke Wines and even stay a while and enjoy a beer, they have local brews on tap.
New World Three Parks
83 Sir Tim Wallis DrNew World Wanaka
20 Dunmore StSupermarket in centre of town
Supermarket on outskirts of town, easy to get to from Koru Lodge
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New World Three Parks
83 Sir Tim Wallis DrSupermarket on outskirts of town, easy to get to from Koru Lodge
Our local organic store. Delicious takeaway lunch options. Wholefoods, fresh organic fruit and veg.
Soul Food also stock my range of beauty products - Wika Weka, go upstairs to try and maybe buy!
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Soulfood
74 Ardmore StOur local organic store. Delicious takeaway lunch options. Wholefoods, fresh organic fruit and veg.
Soul Food also stock my range of beauty products - Wika Weka, go upstairs to try and maybe buy!
Four Square Wanaka
70 Ardmore StSupermarket in the centre of town
Everything Else
A mountain bike trail designed and built by mountain bikers. It runs alongside the Mighty Clutha, through varied terrain.
Bike Wanaka bike maps are available from bike shops in town for $2, they show in detail all mountain bike trails around Wanaka.
You can hire mountain bikes and e-bikes at Good Rotations.
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DEANS BANK BIKE TRAIL HEAD
A mountain bike trail designed and built by mountain bikers. It runs alongside the Mighty Clutha, through varied terrain.
Bike Wanaka bike maps are available from bike shops in town for $2, they show in detail all mountain bike trails around Wanaka.
You can hire mountain bikes and e-bikes at Good Rotations.
Re-discover all the toys you enjoyed from your childhood and more!
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Iziko Lokusebenza Nokushayela Kwezithombe Zomculo Wezwe Noma Yezwe
891 Wanaka-Luggate HwyRe-discover all the toys you enjoyed from your childhood and more!
For a decadent twist on the cinema experience - Ruby's Cinema is a must! And just down the road from Harakeke Eco-Retreat!
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Rubys Cinema and Bar
50 Cardrona Valley RdFor a decadent twist on the cinema experience - Ruby's Cinema is a must! And just down the road from Harakeke Eco-Retreat!
The iconic Wanaka Wastebusters, famous locally for their reuse store. Wanaka locals regularly browse the shop and yard to see what hidden gems they can find.
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Wastebusters in Wanaka
Ballantyne RoadThe iconic Wanaka Wastebusters, famous locally for their reuse store. Wanaka locals regularly browse the shop and yard to see what hidden gems they can find.
A great option for a rainy day or to get your climbing legs prepped for the real deal!
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Basecamp Wanaka Climbing Centre
50 Cardrona Valley RdA great option for a rainy day or to get your climbing legs prepped for the real deal!
We have around 5 local breweries in Wanaka - this is the original. You'll find their ales on draught in most local bars and restaurants. You can do a guided tour around the brewery and also taste their range of ales.
Wanaka Beerworks
891 Wanaka-Luggate HwyWe have around 5 local breweries in Wanaka - this is the original. You'll find their ales on draught in most local bars and restaurants. You can do a guided tour around the brewery and also taste their range of ales.
City/town information
Alpine town Cardrona - home to Cardrona Alpine Resort and Snow Farm. The traditional historic local pub The Cardrona Hotel is well worth a visit.
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Cardrona
Alpine town Cardrona - home to Cardrona Alpine Resort and Snow Farm. The traditional historic local pub The Cardrona Hotel is well worth a visit.
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Ukuzulazula
Yello Cabs
Local taxi service - 0800 443 5555