Where is Waxy's Irish Pub located?

At 90 Dee Street, Invercargill, Southland.

What are the opening hours?

Open 7 days a week from 11am until late.

Yes, Friday and Saturday nights feature live music, with a big St Patrick's Day celebration each year.

Are there deals for families?

Yes, kids dine free on Sundays and there's a dedicated kids menu with a complimentary ice cream sundae per meal.

Is there a deal on desserts?

Yes, desserts are half price on Thursdays.

Can I host a private function at Waxy's?

Yes, the pub hosts private functions such as birthdays and corporate events - enquiries can be made through the website.

How do I contact Waxy's?

By phone on 03 214 0313 or by email at info@waxys.co.nz.

Waxy's Irish Pub

bar — City centre · Invercargill

About Waxy's Irish Pub

Waxy's Irish Pub sits on Dee Street in Invercargill Central, bringing true Irish style to Southland with a wide array of on-tap beers, wines, premium spirits and the iconic Guinness. The pub describes its food as "world-famous-in-Invercargill" kai, meant to be enjoyed with friends and whānau, with half price desserts on Thursdays and kids dining free on Sundays.

In typical Dublin fashion, Friday and Saturday nights bring live music, with a big day and night of festivities planned every St Patrick's Day. Pool tables are available any day of the week, alongside comfortable, quiet areas for spending time with the people who matter.

Waxy's also hosts private functions - birthdays, corporate events, or just gathering friends and family - in what it calls a charming and cozy pub setting. It's operated by ILT and open seven days a week from 11am until late.

Waxy's Irish Pub: True Irish Style in the Heart of Invercargill

On Dee Street in Invercargill Central, Waxy's Irish Pub brings a slice of true Irish style to Southland - on-tap beers, wines, premium spirits and, naturally, the iconic Guinness, served up in a warm, welcoming setting. The pub describes its food as "world-famous-in-Invercargill" kai, meant to be shared with friends and whānau.

Kai and Regular Deals

The kitchen runs separate dinner, lunch, kids and dessert menus. On the dinner side, small plates include Waxy's Famous Seafood Chowder and a Celtic Fondue Pot of melty cheese, while mains range from Traditional Lamb Stew and Braised Beef Cheeks through to Waxy's Ribeye and a crowd-favourite Buttermilk Chicken. The lunch menu keeps things a little lighter with options like Bangers & Mash, Lambs Fry & Bacon and a straightforward Beef Burger. Regulars can take advantage of half price desserts on Thursdays, and kids dine free on Sundays, with a dedicated kids menu covering nuggets, fish bites and mini hot dogs, plus a complimentary ice cream sundae with every kids meal.

Live Music, Pool Tables and St Patrick's Day

In typical Dublin fashion, Waxy's puts on live music every Friday and Saturday night, and marks St Patrick's Day with a big day and night of festivities. Pool tables are available any day of the week, and the pub keeps comfortable, quiet areas for those who'd rather sit back and talk with the people who matter.

Private Functions

Beyond the regular pub trade, Waxy's opens its doors for private functions - birthdays, corporate events, or simply gathering friends and family - describing its space as charming and cozy, suited to a range of occasions.

Visiting Waxy's

Waxy's Irish Pub is open seven days a week from 11am until late, at 90 Dee Street, Invercargill. It's operated by ILT, and the team is on hand for table bookings and general enquiries by phone or email. Whether it's a pint of Guinness and a bowl of seafood chowder, live music on a Friday night, or booking the pub out for a private function, Waxy's positions itself as a genuine slice of Ireland in the heart of Southland.

Signature items

Waxy's Famous Seafood Chowder
Waxy's Ribeye
Traditional Lamb Stew
Braised Beef Cheeks
Buttermilk Chicken
Sizzling Beef Burger

Bangers & Mash — Juicy pork sausages served on champ, finished with gravy and garden peas (gluten free)
Lambs Fry & Bacon — Lamb liver sauteed with smoky bacon and onions over mash with pan gravy and toasted artisan bread (gluten free option)
Beef Burger — Beef patty, cheese, pickles and house-made mayo in a toasted bun with fries (gluten free option)
Pork Sammie — Roast pork, crackling, apple sauce and gravy on toasted bread with fries (gluten free option, dairy free option)

Sweets

Rich Baileys & Chocolate Tart — Served with poached pear and cream (gluten free)
Warm Irish Apple Cake — Served with custard and cream
Lemon & Blueberry Bread & Butter Pudding — Served with ice cream
Creme Caramel Baked Cheesecake — Served with ice cream (gluten free)
Ice Cream Sundae — Choice of chocolate, caramel or berry sauce with whipped cream (dairy free option)

Kid'S Menu

Banger's Mash — Pork sausages with mashed potatoes, gravy and peas
Roast Pork — Roast pork with seasonal vegetables and gravy
Chicken Nuggets and Chips — Available in small or large
Fish Bites and Chips — Available in small or large
Mini Hot Dogs and Chips — Available in small or large
Ice Cream Sundae — Complimentary with each kid's meal

Kid'S Drinks

Southern Sunset — Orange juice and raspberry
Traffic Light — Traditional traffic light layered drink, red, orange and green
Soft Drinks — Coke, Lemonade, Coke No Sugar, L&P, Ginger Ale and more
Juice — Apple, orange, pineapple or cranberry

Mains (Dinner)

Buttermilk Chicken — Crispy fried chicken served with fries, garden salad and gravy (gluten free option)
Paddy's Pasta — Fresh linguine with red onion, basil and spinach in creamy white wine and garlic sauce; add chicken and bacon
Garden Bowl — Fresh garden vege and leafy greens with cider vinaigrette, topped with potato croutons and mayonnaise (gluten free option, vegetarian)
Fish & Chips — Beer-battered gurnard, fries, mushy peas and malt vinegar (gluten free option)
Mushroom Salad — Warm Southland mushrooms, red onion, herbs and greens, topped with roasted walnuts and feta (vegetarian)
Sizzling Beef Burger — Juicy beef patty with pickles and burger sauce, sizzling cheese sauce and fries (gluten free option)
Buttermilk Chicken Burger — Crispy buttermilk chicken, lettuce, tomato, cheese, house-made mayo and fries (gluten free option)
Traditional Lamb Stew — Slow-cooked lamb with champ and seasonal vege (gluten free)
Waxy's Ribeye — Cooked to your liking with champ and seasonal vege, topped with pearl onions and gravy; add crispy calamari (gluten free)
Market Fish — Fresh catch, chef's choice - ask waitstaff for today's special
Lamb's Fry — Old-school favourite: lamb's liver with smoky bacon, onions and rich pan gravy, served with mash (gluten free)
Braised Beef Cheeks — Slow-cooked until tender, served with broccoli and colcannon (gluten free)
Roast Pork — Roasted pork with roast potatoes and steamed vegetables, topped with crackling and gravy (gluten free option, dairy free option)

Snacks & Sides

Champ (Irish style mash) — Traditional Irish mashed potato
Steamed Vege — Seasonal steamed vegetables
Fries — Side of fries
Garden Salad — Side salad
Mushrooms — Side of mushrooms
2x Fried Eggs — Two fried eggs
Mushroom Sauce — Side sauce
Gravy — Side sauce
Cheese Sauce — Side sauce

Small Plates (Dinner)

Potato & Leek Soup — Velvety blend of Southland potatoes and fresh leeks, served with toasted artisan bread (gluten free option, vegetarian)
Waxy's Famous Seafood Chowder — Creamy, hearty chowder packed with seafood, served with toasted artisan bread
Celtic Fondue Pot — Hot, melty cheese and toasted artisan bread
Breads & Dips — Fresh bread with house-made dips (gluten free option)
Crispy Calamari — Served with lemon mayo on a bed of garden greens (gluten free option, dairy free option)
Pork Belly Sliders — Sticky tender pork and slaw in soft buns, served with fries (dairy free option)
Mushroom Toast — Southland mushrooms with fresh herbs, garden greens and feta on toasted artisan bread (vegetarian, gluten free option)

Frequently asked questions

Where is Waxy's Irish Pub located?: At 90 Dee Street, Invercargill, Southland.
What are the opening hours?: Open 7 days a week from 11am until late.
Is there live music?: Yes, Friday and Saturday nights feature live music, with a big St Patrick's Day celebration each year.
Are there deals for families?: Yes, kids dine free on Sundays and there's a dedicated kids menu with a complimentary ice cream sundae per meal.
Is there a deal on desserts?: Yes, desserts are half price on Thursdays.
Can I host a private function at Waxy's?: Yes, the pub hosts private functions such as birthdays and corporate events - enquiries can be made through the website.
How do I contact Waxy's?: By phone on 03 214 0313 or by email at [email protected].

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