Where to dine this springtime in Queenstown

Ivy and Lola’s are an iconic and beloved spot, sitting pretty on Streamers Wharf; this beauty has front row seats to the lake and ranges. Kick back on the deck and watch the sunshine bounce across the water. 

For a snack, we recommend diving into a fresh, steaming bowl of mussels with a coconut green curry. Or opt for the delicious kumara bruschetta with harissa roasted kumara, avocado & cashew whip, feta, herb tahini and mixed seed bread. Embrace the fruity flavours of spring with an irresistible cocktail; the rosebud embodies the season with vanilla vodka, passionfruit, pineapple, cranberry and lime. Plan your next weekend sesh now!

Where the sun sets and the night begins, The Sundeck is the perfect spot for long leisurely afternoons and spring evenings. Champagne is flowing, cocktails are shaking and the sun is shining. What more could you want? The killer views, fresh beats and crisp air make for an unforgettable experience. Sink your teeth into tasty tapas like the wild mushroom arancini, prawn filo rolls and eggplant Milanese. 

It wouldn’t be spring without a cheeseboard loaded with a selection of premium cheeses, chutneys with honeycomb and crackers. Wash your feed down with an expertly crafted cocktail; the raspberry beret is our go-to. Created with Chambord, Malibu, lime juice, white chocolate liqueur and coconut syrup, topped with prosecco and a raspberry chocolate shard.

Yonder is a beautiful and bright eatery with numerous nooks and crannies to enjoy a spring brunch. With quirky paintings of plants, a sun-drenched courtyard and a seasonally influenced menu – Yonder is the place to be. Tuck into blueberry & lemon pancakes, black forest French toast or the miso pumpkin bowl. The latter includes miso and garlic-crusted pumpkin, purple sticky rice, cashew coconut and lime dressing, mixed leaves, and so much more! Yonder also has a stellar drinks list that includes insanely delicious vegan cocktails.

No one does springtime in Queenstown quite like The Bathhouse. Practically on the lake itself, you can dine only a few short feet away from the water. The deck offers unbeatable views of the ranges and a relaxing spot to grab a bite to eat. 

For breakfast we recommend the cult-classic eggs benny; pairing two perfectly poached eggs with a toasted English muffin, slathered in hollandaise sauce, and served with a side of salmon. If you are visiting The Bathhouse later in the day, you cannot go wrong with the oven-baked camembert. It’s heavenly.