dining and shopping

Cafes in Wanaka

Our favourite is Cafe Gusto. Excellent barrista , friendly service, great lunches and yummy cakes. A favourite of the locals.

Relishes Cafe serves dinner as well as all day outdoor dining with great views of the lake and is run by enthusiastic young locals. Ritual in Helwick Street has great coffee and baked goodies.

Restaurants

the Botswana Butchery is located in the Post Office Lane precinct and is a short walking distance to Cinema Paradiso. Botswana Butchery specialises in steak with an extensive menu plus a vegetarian option.

The Landing (formerly Missy's Kitchen) has good food, a buzzy atmosphere and views over the lake.

The White House Cafe and Bar - a Mediterranean/ Moroccan atmosphere but don’t try and push the tables together– they are nailed to the floor! Good vegetarian dishes as well as an extensive menu. Pleasant outdoor seating in summer, cosy atmosphere in winter with an extensive wine list all available by the glass. A unique Wanaka dining experience.

Bars

A must do is a visit to Post Office Lane where you can enjoy a drink at Bar Luga by the outdoor fire or a game of pool at Woody’s or visit the Cow for a great pizza.

There is a multitude of bars in town – you will not run out of choices!

Uno Bar
A smart bar with lovely views of the lake, and an excellent wine list.

Shopping in Wanaka

There are a number of great shops for outdoor gear, as you would expect. Stephanie can suggest which shops to visit based on your interests.

Some of her favourites are :

Gallery Thirty Three – for interesting local artists

Kitz - for home wares
Escape - for women's’ fashion

Georges Wanaka- for all your possum and merino knitwear and sheepskin products

Bella for women's fashion

And for outdoor gear and equipment try Racers Edge, Outside Sports or Base.

Racers Edge

An iconic ski + bike + outdoor store on the lake front.
Racers Edge has the largest dedicated rental operation in Wanaka and the best gear in town. With NZ’s most sophisticated computerized rental system the knowledgeable staff will make it easy for you to find the perfect gear. Caters for dedicated skiers, fanatical snow boarders or first timers.
Family and multi day discounts also available
99 Ardmore St
03 443 7882
www.racersedge.co.nz

and whilst in town don't miss a stroll up the beautiful bubbling Bullock Creek right beside Relishes Cafe to see the trout.