Cafes & Restaurants

Serving up tasty burgers that are simple in style, but massive in flavour, putting a sophisticated twist on the traditional burger joint.  Open daily 11am – 9pm.

Located at Tekapo Springs, refuel at their onsite Altitude 720 Cafe & Bar and take in the beautiful lake and mountain views! Lunch and cabinet options available, as well as a variety of New Zealand wines and beers. They also roast their own coffee beans. Open daily, hours might differ.

Lonely Planet said it’s “quite possibly one of the best locations for café”, situated on the summit of Mt John with panoramic lake and alps views.  Accessible via a 40 minute walk up Mt John, or 10 minute drive from the village. Daytime hours only.

Whether you’re craving a quick lunch or a dinner after a long day at the ski field, warm up your tummies with yummy Fish n Chips from the Better Batter food trailer parked up on Lakeside Drive.

Contemporary restaurant and bar open till late daily. Dinner and dessert from a varied menu plus great pizzas also available for takeaway. Diverse range of wine, spirits, craft beer and specialty cocktails.  Blue Lake is the headquarters of the Mackenzie Region’s very own Burkes Brewing Co.

Cabinet, lunch and dinner menus. Family-friendly. Located lakefront, Dark Sky Diner boasts spectacular views day and night and ticks all the boxes when it comes to food, beverages, coffee, service and location.  Outdoor dining – dogs welcome.

Delicious wood-fired pizza made in our simple but elegant food truck!  Quality ingredients, homemade tomato sauce and the perfect sourdough base, cooked in a minute by our Italian hybrid oven using cherry wood and gas.

Great selection of sandwiches, pies and sweet treats in the village centre.

Local cuisine prepared by talented chefs, from a hearty breakfast buffet through to evening dining. Views to the Church of the Good Shepherd and surrounding mountains, log burner and plenty of seating.  Outdoor dining – dogs welcome.

Chinese dine in and takeaway restaurant.

A Tekapo institution for over 20 years, Kohan’s legendary ‘Salmon Don’ is just one of a variety of popular dishes. Experienced Japanese chefs use premium ingredients such as fresh salmon from Mt Cook glacier water and New Zealand beef, lamb and venison. Bookings recommended.

Casual café style dining during the day and a modern relaxed experience during the evening with a la carte & Stonegrill menus.  Outdoor dining – dogs welcome.

Celebrating the abundance of quality locally sourced produce, capturing the flavours of the region with a contemporary farm to table philosophy.  Selection of fine New Zealand wines and spectacular views of Lake Tekapo in a relaxed and casual dining setting.

Specialising in delicious Ramen, Japanese and Thai dishes. Indoor and outdoor seating.  Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available. Ramen: chicken or pork broth soup with noodles. Japanese starter: sushi, gyoza, fried chicken.  Thai: pad thai, fried rice, curry.  Walk in’s welcome and take-away available.

Enjoy our revamped menu of old favourites and new creations. delicious local coffee and relaxed atmosphere in front of the logfire or soaking up the sun from the deck.

Chinese buffet dining & takeaway.

Western cuisine with a stunning lake view at Lake Tekapo’s newest eatery.  Outdoor dining – dogs welcome.

Freshly made cabinet food, an extensive breakfast/lunch menu as well as hand crafted pastries made by an in-house pastry chef.  Delicious award winning Hawthorne coffee to start you off for the day, served with a warm friendly smile.  7.30am – 2.30pm daily.  Outdoor dining – dogs welcome.

Don’t miss hanging out at the Von Brown hut on Roundhill Ski Area, an iconic small bar near the top of the mountain overlooking Lake Tekapo with views all the way to Mount Cook.  Open during ski season.

Tuck into some hearty mountain food after hitting the slopes of the local ski area. Expansive outdoor decks with breathtaking views of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps.  Open during ski season.