While being a quieter town compared to Queenstown, Wanaka offers a welcoming small town vibe, with friendly
locals and a buzzing après-ski atmosphere. With a great range of bars, restaurants and cafés to choose from there’s something for all tastes and budgets to keep you fed and entertained off the mountain.
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Woody's Sports BarCentrally located in town Woody’s offers an easy going social hub where you can watch live sports, play pool or foosball and enjoy a cold beer or wine.Cuisine: Sports BarPhone: +64 3-443 5551Location: 33 Ardmore Street, Wanaka -
Cork BarA bar that prides itself on offering the best beers and wines from the region and around the world. Knowledgeable and friendly staff make this a lovely place to visit.Cuisine: BarPhone: +64 3-443 2224Location: 14 Helwick Street, Wanaka
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Wanaka Bullock BarYour classic pub with a huge range of beers on tap, tasty pub grub and daily specials, 16 big screen TV’s showing all your favourite sports, pool tables, dart boards, TAB and more.Cuisine: PubPhone: +64 3-443 7148Location: 71 Ardmore Street, Wanaka
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Lalaland Lounge BarLive music, tasty tacos, lake views and the best cocktails in town. A little hard to find but worth the effort.Cuisine: BarPhone: +64 3-443 4911Location: 99 Ardmore Street, Wanaka
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Bar Number 8Great place to start the night, sipping on cocktails with the best views in town. Kick on for a boogie with live music most nights or try your hand at open mic night.Cuisine: BarPhone: +64 3 4434216Location: 155 Ardmore Street, Wanaka
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Bistro GentilLocated just outside town with beautiful lake views, surrounded by lavender trees, you can experience traditional French cuisine. With an extensive menu and wine to match you will not be disappointed.Cuisine: FrenchPhone: +64 3-443 2299Location: 76A Golf Course Road, Wanaka
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Ode Conscious DiningHearty dishes, elegantly presented using seasonal ingredients that have been produced organically, ethically, sustainably and locally. Choose from their extensive A’ La Carte menu, the 3 course “Trust the Chef” menu or the 8 course tasting menu.Cuisine: ContemporaryPhone: +64 3-428 4140Location: 33 Ardmore Street, Wanaka
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KikaA modern tapas style restaurant and bar with an emphasis on high quality seasonal produce. Exceptional service and lovely atmosphere makes this a top pick.Cuisine: 2 Dunmore Street, WanakaPhone: +64 3-443 6536Location: 2 Dunmore St, Wanaka
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Red Star Burger BarFresh and tasty gourmet burgers located in the heart of town, a great family friendly option with a kids menu.Cuisine: BurgersPhone: +64 3-443 9322Location: 26 Ardmore Street, Wanaka
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Ashraf'sA family owned Indian restaurant with delicious well priced meals and friendly service. You can dine in their cosy ‘living room’ restaurant or order take away for a cosy night in.Cuisine: IndianPhone: +64 3-443 1073Location: 2 Brownston St, Wanaka
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Big FigLebanese inspired food packed full of flavour. An ever changing menu of slow cooked meats, spicy meatballs, vegetarian tagines, stews as well as tasty treats.Cuisine: Slow Cooked Meats & SaladsPhone: +64 3 443 5023Location: 105 Ardmore St, Wanaka
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Brownston Street Food TrucksYou’ll find a selection of delicious, quick and easy food options on Brownston Street. From Mexican at Burrito Craft, French crêpes at Charlie Brown, wood fired pizza at Francesca’s or healthy meals at Dripping Bowl.Cuisine: Food TrucksLocation: Brownston St, Wanaka
