Where is Wingin It located?

Wingin It operates as a food truck stationed at 81 Longview Drive, right by the playground in Lake Hāwea.

What kind of food does Wingin It serve?

They specialize in fusion comfort food, blending classic Kiwi favourites like burgers, loaded fries, and chicken wings with rich Indian spices, tandoori marinades, and curries.

Are there vegetarian options available?

Yes, vegetarian choices include the Cheesy Mushroom Burger, the Chilli Paneer & Capsicum Curry, seasoned fries, and a selection of freshly made naans.

Do they have meals for children?

Yes, the menu features dedicated kids' meals including chicken burgers, beef burgers, chicken tenders, and fish and chips, each served with fries.

What wing flavours can I choose from?

Wings can be ordered in Peri Peri, Cajun, Butter Chicken, Buffalo, Bourbon Sticky BBQ, Korean BBQ, or Chipotle Honey & Lime.

What are the opening hours?

Wingin It is open seven days a week, operating from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily.

Wingin It

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About Wingin It

Wingin It is a vibrant food truck based at the Longview Drive playground in Lake Hāwea, founded by experienced chefs Rav and Deep. Bringing over a decade of culinary expertise to the lakeside community, the duo sets out to blend rich, aromatic Indian spices with beloved Kiwi takeaway classics. The result is an innovative and comfort-driven menu that takes familiar staples like burgers, loaded fries, and chicken wings into bold new territory.

From slow-cooked short ribs steeped in housemade jus to crispy fried chicken tossed in housemade butter chicken sauce or tangy chipotle honey and lime, every dish is crafted with a focus on punchy flavours and high quality. With plenty of kid-friendly options, vegetarian curries, and indulgent desserts on hand, Wingin It provides a relaxed, flavour-packed dining stop for locals and travellers exploring Lake Hāwea.

Indian Flavours Meet Kiwi Comforts at Wingin It in Lake Hāwea

Nestled right by the Longview Drive playground in Lake Hāwea, Wingin It is reshaping lakeside dining with an adventurous fusion of culinary styles. Helmed by chefs Rav and Deep—industry veterans who bring over a decade of kitchen experience to the pass—this popular food truck brings together the warmth of authentic Indian spices and the hearty appeal of classic Kiwi takeaway culture.

What makes the truck unique is the deliberate blend of slow-cooked tradition and casual comfort food. Rather than keeping curries and street food in separate lanes, the team unites them, turning rich, housemade recipes into everyday indulgences that suit the outdoor, alpine lifestyle of Central Otago.

A Bold Fusion of Burgers and Curries

The heart of the Wingin It menu lies in its adventurous burger lineup. Here, classic brioche buns are stacked with buttermilk fried chicken coated in scratch-made butter chicken sauce, balanced with cool mint yoghurt and melted cheese. For spice lovers, the Chipotle Limefire Crunch and Cheesy Spicy Fried Chicken deliver layers of heat, tang, and crunch, all served alongside golden chips and signature smoked aioli.

Beef enthusiasts are equally well catered for with the 12-hour slow-cooked beef short ribs. Braised patiently in a rich housemade beef stock, the tender meat is repurposed into decadent burgers or served directly over steaming rice or crispy chips with seasonal vegetables.

Crispy Wings and Playground Comfort

True to its name, Wingin It delivers a standout selection of fried chicken wings tossed to order in a variety of homemade glazes. Diners can mix and match profiles ranging from traditional Buffalo with ranch dressing to Sticky Bourbon BBQ, Peri Peri, Korean BBQ, and sweet-spicy Chipotle Honey & Lime.

Alongside the wings, the kitchen turns out warm bowls of curry—including classic butter chicken, slow-cooked lamb korma over chips, and spicy vegetarian Chilli Paneer and capsicum. Pair any dish with freshly baked garlic naan or an indulgent chilli cheesy naan for the complete comfort food experience.

Situated adjacent to the local playground, the truck has quickly become a communal meeting ground where families can grab a meal, let the kids run around, and finish things off with a tub of Ben & Jerry's or an ice cream bar in the open air.

Signature items

Butter Chicken Burger
Chipotle Limefire Crunch
Beef Short Rib Burger + Chips
Butter Chicken on Chips
Bourbon Sticky BBQ Wings
Short Ribs on Rice

Peri Peri Wings — Fried wings tossed in peri peri sauce.
Cajun Wings — Fried wings seasoned with cajun spices, served with smoked aioli.
Butter Chicken Wings — Crispy fried wings tossed in rich homemade butter chicken sauce.
Buffalo Wings — Classic fried chicken wings tossed in buffalo sauce, served with ranch.
Bourbon Sticky BBQ Wings — Crispy house-coated wings tossed in homemade bourbon BBQ sauce.
Korean BBQ Wings — Crispy fried wings coated in Korean BBQ sauce.
Chipotle Honey & Lime Wings — Fried wings tossed in homemade chipotle honey and lime sauce.

Drinks

Kids Just Juice — Fruit juice box for kids.
Coca Cola 330ml — Can of classic Coca Cola.
Coke Zero 330ml — Can of sugar-free Coke Zero.
Coke Vanilla 330ml — Can of vanilla-flavoured Coca Cola.
Coke Vanilla Zero 330ml — Can of sugar-free vanilla Coca Cola.
Fanta 330ml — Can of orange Fanta soda.
Sprite Zero 330ml — Can of sugar-free lemon-lime Sprite.
Coca Cola 440ml — Large can of classic Coca Cola.
Bundaberg Ginger Beer — Traditional brewed ginger beer bottle.
Coke Range Glass Bottle — Glass bottle of Coca Cola.

Desserts

Magnum Almond — Classic Magnum ice cream bar with chocolate and almond coating.
Magnum Almond - Dairy Free — Dairy-free plant-based Magnum almond ice cream bar.
Magnum Pistachio — Magnum ice cream bar featuring rich pistachio flavor.
Ben & Jerry's Brookies — Vanilla ice cream with brownie style pieces and golden cookie swirls.
Ben & Jerry's Vanilla — Classic vanilla ice cream cup.
Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie — Chocolate ice cream packed with chewy fudge brownie pieces.
Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough — Vanilla ice cream loaded with chunks of chocolate chip cookie dough.
Ben & Jerry's Family Size Tub — Large take-home tub available in Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Chocolate Fudge Brownie, or Choco-Lotta Cheesecake.

Kids Meals

Kids Chicken Burger — Child-friendly chicken burger served with fries.
Kids Beef Burger — Child-friendly beef burger served with fries.
Kids Chicken Tenders — Crispy chicken tenders served with fries.
Kids Fish & Chips — Battered fish fillets served with chips.

Sides & Breads

Butter Chicken Sauce Tub — 250ml tub of original housemade butter chicken sauce.
Garlic Naan — Freshly baked garlic naan bread.
Cheesy Garlic Naan — Garlic naan bread topped with melted cheese.
Chilli Cheesy Garlic Naan — Spicy and cheesy garlic naan bread infused with chilli.
Small Fries — Crispy hot fries served with smoked aioli.
Large Fries — Generous serving of crispy hot fries served with smoked aioli.
Spicy Large Fries & Smoked Aioli — Large portion of seasoned spicy fries served with smoked aioli.
Spicy Cheese Fries — Spicy fries loaded with melted cheese and served with smoked aioli.
Chicken Tenders — Crispy chicken tenders served with fries and smoked aioli.
Cheesy Fries with Smoked Aioli — Baked cheesy fries topped with jalapeños and served with smoked aioli.
Fries with Liquid Cheese — Crispy fries smothered in liquid cheese.
Cheesy Spicy Fries — Baked cheesy spicy fries topped with jalapeños.
Bacon Loaded Cheesy Fries — Baked cheesy chips topped with jalapeños and crispy bacon.
Bacon Loaded Cheesy Spicy Fries — Baked spicy cheesy fries topped with jalapeños and bacon.

Bowls & Curries

Chilli Paneer & Capsicum Curry (Veg) — Crispy paneer tossed with capsicum and onions in a rich, spicy Indo-Chinese chilli sauce.
Butter Chicken — Tandoori-grilled chicken simmered in a rich, creamy tomato curry infused with aromatic spices and finished with butter.
Butter Chicken on Chips — Tandoori-grilled chicken simmered in creamy butter chicken curry, served over chips.
Slow Cooked Lamb Korma on Chips — Tender slow-cooked lamb simmered in a rich, creamy mildly spiced korma sauce, served on chips.
Short Ribs On Chips — 12-hour slow-cooked short ribs cooked in housemade jus, served on chips.
Short Ribs on Rice — 12-hour slow-cooked short ribs cooked in housemade jus, served on rice with seasonal crispy vegetables.
Tandoori Rice Bowl — Tandoori grilled chicken served with rice, fresh vegetables, and mint yogurt.
Tandoori Chicken on Chips — Tandoori grilled chicken served on chips with fresh vegetables and mint yogurt.

Burgers & Chips

Chipotle Limefire Crunch — Buttermilk fried chicken tossed in homemade chipotle honey & lime sauce in a brioche bun with shredded iceberg and swiss cheese. Served with chips and smoked aioli.
Cheesy Spicy Fried Chicken — Fried chicken tenders in a brioche bun with cheesy sauce, shredded iceberg, homemade relish, smoked aioli, smoked cheese, and spicy fries.
Butter Chicken Burger — Buttermilk fried chicken dipped in homemade butter chicken sauce in a brioche bun with shredded iceberg, mint yoghurt, and smoked cheese. Served with chips and smoked aioli.
Tandoori Chicken Burger — Served in a brioche bun with shredded iceberg lettuce, swiss cheese, and mint yogurt. Served with chips and smoked aioli.
Fried Chicken Burger — Buttermilk fried chicken served in a brioche bun with shredded iceberg lettuce, homemade relish, smoked aioli, and swiss cheese. Served with chips.
Classic Beef Burger — Grilled beef patty served in a brioche bun with shredded iceberg lettuce, homemade relish, smoked aioli, and swiss cheese. Served with chips.
Cheesy Mushroom Burger (Veg) — Served in a brioche bun with shredded iceberg lettuce, homemade relish, smoked aioli, swiss cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Served with chips.
Grilled Chicken Burger — Served in a brioche bun with shredded iceberg lettuce, tomato relish, smoked aioli, and swiss cheese. Served with chips.
Bacon Sandwich — Served in Turkish bread with shredded iceberg lettuce, homemade relish, and smoked aioli.
Beef Short Rib Burger + Chips — 12-hour beef short ribs cooked in housemade beef stock, served in a brioche bun with shredded iceberg lettuce, BBQ sauce, smoked aioli, and chips.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Wingin It located?: Wingin It operates as a food truck stationed at 81 Longview Drive, right by the playground in Lake Hāwea.
What kind of food does Wingin It serve?: They specialize in fusion comfort food, blending classic Kiwi favourites like burgers, loaded fries, and chicken wings with rich Indian spices, tandoori marinades, and curries.
Are there vegetarian options available?: Yes, vegetarian choices include the Cheesy Mushroom Burger, the Chilli Paneer & Capsicum Curry, seasoned fries, and a selection of freshly made naans.
Do they have meals for children?: Yes, the menu features dedicated kids' meals including chicken burgers, beef burgers, chicken tenders, and fish and chips, each served with fries.
What wing flavours can I choose from?: Wings can be ordered in Peri Peri, Cajun, Butter Chicken, Buffalo, Bourbon Sticky BBQ, Korean BBQ, or Chipotle Honey & Lime.
What are the opening hours?: Wingin It is open seven days a week, operating from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily.

Tips

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