Captains Restaurant

In the heart of Queenstown CBD, Captains Restaurant serves the kind of food that anchors a day well spent. The kitchen leans into generous, time-honoured cooking with a nod to New Zealand’s own bounty. Made for appetites sharpened by alpine air and city bustle alike.

The experience unfolds easily. A bowl of New Zealand green-lipped mussels arrives bathed in a creamy garlic and white wine sauce, with warm ciabatta close at hand. The NZ Angus steak and fries remains a trusted favourite: quality-aged, pasture-fed beef, cooked just as you like it and finished with garlic herb butter and a glossy house béarnaise that brings it all together.

As the day slips into evening, flavours deepen. Chilli garlic prawns deliver gentle heat and brightness, lifted by fresh coriander and a light crunch of pickled elements. A herbed, crumb-crusted New Zealand lamb rack follows, paired with parsnip and potato purée and a rosemary jus that adds warmth without excess.

Inside, timber features and stone walls create a cosy, welcoming atmosphere; outside, tables invite you to settle in and watch Queenstown move past. Whether you’re stopping by on a whim or lingering over a long meal, Captains makes space for moments worth savouring. Make a date in Queenstown CBD, bring your appetite, and let good taste take the wheel.