Dine & Drink

Where to eat in the Mackenzie Region

From relaxed cafés and takeaways (New Zealand fast food) to award winning restaurants and organic produce, the Mackenzie region has a wide variety of dining options to suit a wide variety of tastes.

For those who enjoy a wine or beer with dinner, many of the Mackenzie region’s cafés and restaurants are licensed or BYO (bring your own beverage). Enjoy local New Zealand cuisine at a country pub, Japanese, Thai or Chinese meals, or simply a spread of New Zealand fish and chips. It’s all part of the Mackenzie experience.

Best of Mackenzie Local Produce

Locally produced food is a key feature of many restaurant menus. There are a few local delicacies that should be high on every visitors list to try.

• The  including salmon from our clear alpine waters
• Red meats, both lamb and beef.

Eateries with the Best Views

With stunning scenery around every corner there are many cafes and restaurants that are perfectly positioned. Here are the top picks:

• Astro Cafe on top of Mt John
• The Alpine Restaurant or Panorama Room at Hermitage Hotel
• Near Fairlie is The Farm Barn Cafe 
• Old Mountaineers Cafe in Aoraki/Mount Cook Village