Pub on Wharf

About Pub on Wharf

Pub on Wharf is Queenstown's favourite local, a laid-back cosy pub with stunning waterfront views overlooking Queenstown Bay and the Remarkables. Located at Steamer Wharf in the heart of Queenstown, nestled next to Earnslaw Park, the venue offers hearty and tasty pub fare with a variety of cuisines to cater to any time of day. The atmosphere buzzes with energy—big sports games play live and loud on screens, while local musicians perform every Thursday through Sunday. With no booking necessary, the pub welcomes walk-ins to enjoy a proper pint and a great meal in a genuinely welcoming setting. The outdoor courtyard provides additional space for groups and functions.

Pub on Wharf Queenstown: Waterfront Local with Live Music and Hearty Fare

Pub on Wharf is Queenstown's beloved local, a laid-back haven where good pints and great meals come together in a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. Perched at Steamer Wharf overlooking Queenstown Bay, with views of the Remarkables mountain range and proximity to Earnslaw Park, the venue captures the essence of what makes Queenstown special—adventure, community and genuine hospitality.

The Venue and Atmosphere

The pub is designed as a gathering place. Big sports games play live and loud on screens, drawing fans of rugby, football and other major events. The outdoor courtyard provides additional space for groups and functions, making it ideal for celebrations, team outings or casual gatherings. Walk-ins are always welcome—no booking necessary—which keeps the vibe casual and accessible.

Live Music & Entertainment

Thursday through Sunday, every week, local musicians perform at Pub on Wharf. This regular live entertainment schedule transforms the venue beyond just a pub into a cultural gathering spot where visitors and locals alike can enjoy music while dining and drinking.

Food Philosophy

The menu reflects a commitment to hearty, tasty fare with variety. From classic pub meals like Fish + Chips and Steak + Ale Pie to more refined offerings like Beef Wellington and Lamb Shank, the kitchen caters to every appetite and occasion. Burgers, salads, curry and seafood chowder provide options for different tastes and dietary preferences. Snacks range from Cheesy Garlic Bread to Tempura Prawns, perfect for sharing or solo indulgence.

Drink Selection

With multiple beers on tap and an extensive bottled beer selection, plus classic and contemporary cocktails, the bar offers something for every preference. The drink menu balances sessionable everyday brews with craft selections, ensuring there's always something worth discovering.

Signature items

• Beef Wellington
• Ribeye Steak
• Fish + Chips
• BBQ Pork Ribs
• Lamb Shank
• Seafood Chowder

Menu

Snacks

• Cheesy Garlic Bread — Garlic bread with melted cheese
• Calamari — Fried calamari with aioli
• Fried Chicken — Crispy fried chicken with aioli
• Tempura Prawns — Battered prawns served with tartare sauce
• Fries — Hand-cut fries with aioli & tomato sauce
• Camembert Melts — Melted camembert with hot honey
• Loaded Wedges — Potato wedges with bacon, cheese, sour cream & sweet chilli

Kids Meals

• Kids Chicken Nuggets & Chips — Crispy chicken nuggets with chips
• Kids Bangers & Mash — Sausages with mash and gravy
• Kids Battered Fish 'n' Chips — Beer battered fish with chips
• Kids Chicken Taco & Chips — Chicken taco served with chips
• Kids Pasta with Napoli Sauce & Cheese — Pasta with tomato sauce and cheese
• Ice Cream Sundae — Kids dessert ice cream sundae

Beers On Tap

• Heineken — Premium Lager 5%
• Heineken Silver — Low Carb Lager 4%
• Tiger — Asian Premium Lager 5%
• Monteith's Hazy Lemonade — Hazy lemonade
• Monteith's Golden — Golden Lager 4.5%
• Monteith's Pilsner — Pilsner 4.9%
• Tuatara Hazy Pale Ale — Hazy Pale Ale 5.5%
• Monteith's Crushed Apple Cider — Apple Cider 4.5%

Pub Classics

• Sangria — Red wine, cointreau, apple, cranberry, orange, lemonade
• Aperol Spritz — Aperol, prosecco, soda, fruit
• Bloody Mary — Vodka, tomato juice, pub bloody mary mix

Bottled Beers

• Sol — 4.2% 330ml
• Heineken — 5% 330ml
• Heineken 0% — Non-alcoholic 330ml
• Monteith's Golden Light — 2.5% 330ml
• DB Draught — 4% 745ml
• Speights Gold Medal Ale — 4% 745ml
• Export Gold — 4% 745ml
• Monteiths Phoenix IPA — 5% 330ml
• Monteiths Black — 5.2% 330ml
• Monteiths Ginger Beer — 4% 330ml
• Orchard Thieves Berry Cider — 4% 330ml
• Hard Rated Lemon — 6% 330ml

Lunch & Dinner

• Fish + Chips — Beer battered fish, fries, tartare sauce & salad garnish
• Chicken Parmi — Crumbed chicken breast, napoli sauce, ham, cheese, slaw & fries
• Steak + Ale Pie — Braised beef, carrots & onion in gravy, pastry, fries & salad
• Ribeye Steak — 250g ribeye, fried onions, salad, fries with mushroom sauce or jus
• Beef Wellington — Eye fillet, mushroom duxelle, bacon wrapped in pastry, mash & veg
• Pork Belly — Rolled pork, crispy crackling, mash, vegetables, apple sauce & gravy
• Chicken Carbonara — Fettuccine, bacon, mushroom, white wine cream sauce & parmesan
• Lamb Shank — Braised lamb shank, red wine gravy, mash, vegetables & gremolata
• BBQ Pork Ribs — Pork ribs in sticky bbq sauce, slaw, chips (half or full)
• Pub Chicken Curry — Tender chicken in spicy tomato cream sauce, rice, naan bread
• Chicken Caesar Salad — Grilled chicken, lettuce, bacon, parmesan, croutons & caesar dressing
• Seafood Chowder — Mixed seafood, vegetables, cream sauce, herbs, bacon & tuscan bread
• Chicken BLT — Grilled chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, aioli, turkish roll & fries
• Tacos — Two beer battered fish tacos, jalapenos, slaw, chipotle aioli & fries

Burgers & Sandwiches

• Cheeseburger — Beef patty, grilled onions, cheese, bbq & stout sauce, brioche & fries
• Chicken Burger — Crumbed chicken, bacon, slaw, aioli, brioche bun & fries
• Veggie Burger — Veggie patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, chipotle aioli & fries

Cocktails & Mocktails

• Cosmopolitan — Citron vodka, cointreau, lime, cranberry juice
• Espresso Martini — Vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, sugar
• Long Island Ice Tea — Vodka, gin, rum, tequila, orange liqueur, lemon, cola
• Pornstar Martini — Vanilla vodka, passionfruit liqueur, sugar, lime, prosecco
• Margarita — Tequila, orange liqueur, lime, salt, agave
• Frozen Daiquiri — White rum, lime sugar, mint, strawberry
• Pina Colada — White rum, coconut, pineapple, cream
• Tiki Colada — Coconut, pineapple, cream, lime
• No-Jito — Lime, mint, passionfruit, soda (mocktail)
• Mango Iced Tea — Black tea, mango, lemon, mint, sugar (mocktail)

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book a table?

No. Pub on Wharf welcomes walk-ins—no booking necessary. Just come in whenever you're ready.

When do you have live music?

Local musicians perform Thursday through Sunday every week. It's a regular feature of the Queenstown venue.

Do you have vegetarian options?

Yes. We offer Veggie Burger, Chicken Caesar Salad (with grilled halloumi option), and various salads and snacks.

What are the views like?

We overlook Queenstown Bay and the Remarkables from our waterfront location at Steamer Wharf, with Earnslaw Park nearby.

Do you show live sports?

Yes. We play all the big sports games live and loud on our screens throughout the week.

Can you host functions?

Yes. We have an outdoor courtyard and can accommodate group events, celebrations and private functions.

Tips

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• {"body":"Just walk in when you're ready. Whether it's a quick pint or a full meal, the pub welcomes casual diners.","title":"No booking needed—perfect for spontaneous visits"}
• {"body":"Beef Wellington, Lamb Shank and Ribeye Steak showcase the kitchen's craftsmanship beyond typical pub fare.","title":"Try the premium mains"}
• {"body":"If a major match is on, Pub on Wharf plays it live and loud—great place to watch with other fans.","title":"Catch a big sports game on the screens"}

Good to know

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