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Paloma
Creators of authentic Mexican fare, Paloma has a simple (but by no means easy) mission: to make the best possible tacos in Wānaka using New Zealand ingredients.
Curbside Coffee & Bagels
If the timber letters spelling out ‘Coffee & Bagels’ overhead aren’t an obvious enough announcement of your arrival at Curbside then the aroma of freshly ground coffee and the sounds of a busy barista working the machine will certainly grab your attention.
Hāwea Hotel
How do you like the idea of enjoying your morning coffee from a private balcony, with uninterrupted views of mountains encircling one of the country’s largest lakes?
hello RANGER
Just like any good park ranger, hello RANGER is the heart of its community, there to take care of adventurous people before and after their journeys.
arc
Owners of Wānaka restaurant arc, James Stapley and Sam Cooper know a thing or two about what makes a good eatery.
b.social
The b.social taproom and eatery is a great spot for eating and drinking that is worthy of a visit (or many), whether you’re just in town for the weekend or call this beautiful region home year-round.
Hāwea Store & Kitchen
A community hub that combines a grocer, café, restaurant and bar overlooking the lake.
Urban Grind
An all-day neighbourhood eatery that's been providing locals with delicious fare since 2011.
Hook Wānaka - Lake to Plate
Fast becoming ‘the thing to do in Wānaka’, Hook provides a unique lake-to-plate experience of catching your own Chinook salmon from spring-fed waters.
Pembroke Pâtisserie
Pembroke Pâtisserie offers hot pastries for your picnic, sweet pastries galore, or for those who like the finer things in life there are artistically prepared macarons and tiny tarts.
Red Star Burgers
A Wānaka institution, Red Star has been filling hungry bellies with burgers since 2004.
Federal Diner
Hidden down an alleyway, Federal is a Wānaka best-kept secret and a favourite with the locals thanks to its great food, speciality coffee and relaxed atmosphere.
Black Peak Gelato
With the cheery motto ‘handcrafted happiness,’ Black Peak makes sure gelato treats are nothing short of exceptional.
Burrito Craft
Easygoing vibes make this permanent food truck a non-pretentious spot to park up and enjoy some food, al fresco style.
Cardrona Hotel
Rumoured to be the most photographed building in the country, Cardrona Hotel was built in 1863 first and foremost as a place to stay for hardworking gold miners.