Our exclusive
Winemaker's Dinner
Wednesday, 10th September 2025, 18:00
Winemaker's Dinner brought to you by Rockburn.
Listen to the story behind every glass.
Join us at Wakatipu Grill for an extraordinary dining experience celebrating the best of Central Otago wine. This exclusive evening pairs the refined wines expertly matched to a carefully curated three-course menu. Nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Wakatipu Grill provides the perfect setting for an indulgent winter night, where guests will savour exquisite food, exceptional beverages, and engaging conversation with the winemakers themselves. Secure your seat for this one-of-a-kind culinary collaboration.
Queenstown's ultimate lakeside dining destination
Linger on the generous terrace and enjoy a refreshing local craft beer in the afternoon, cozy up by our slate fireplaces with seasonal produce and a Central Otago Pinot, or finish off the evening nestled around our illustrious Pinot Pit.
Open for all day dining from 6.00am to 11:00pm
Pinot
&
Gin Club
Tastings at Wakatipu Grill
Join the Club – Pinot Thursdays & Gin Fridays
Sip, savour, and explore with our newest tasting experiences:
PINOT CLUB – Every Thursday at 5:30 PM
Sample 4 premium Pinot Noirs from Central Otago’s iconic sub-regions. Paired with local cheeses and gourmet nibbles.
GIN CLUB – Every Friday at 5:30 PM
Discover New Zealand’s finest gins – including Scapegrace, Reid + Reid, and Strange Nature – served with East Imperial mixers and matching nibbles.
$40 per person | Max 8 guests | Bookings essential
(Starting 9 May)
Thursday 25 December 2025Join us in Wakatipu Grill for a decadent buffet lunch, using only the best local and fresh produce. Toast amongst your family and friends with a glass of bubbles to start your festive feast.
Thursday 25 December 2025Join us in Wakatipu Grill for a decadent buffet lunch, using only the best local and fresh produce. Toast amongst your family and friends with a glass of bubbles to start your festive feast.
Reservations
Booking on Christmas Day or New Years Eve? Click here to join us at a ticketed event.
For High Tea bookings, click here.
High Tea
A contemporary take on the New Zealand High Country afternoon tea. Sit lakeside and sip from our selection of loose leaf Dilmah teas, New Zealand inspired cocktails, or a flute of Central Otago bubbles. Served to your table is a tower of Kiwiana inspired treats.
Tea is served on the Wakatipu Grill Terrace
on Saturdays and Sundays.
$55 per person
$24 per person - Champagne upgrade
$16 per person - Bubbles upgrade
24 hours notice is required for High Tea bookings.
Celebrating 10 years at the Wakatipu Grill
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