Boardwalk Restaurant is a first-floor bar and restaurant in historic Steamer Wharf, Queenstown, known for arguably the best lake and mountain views in town. The venue is relaxed and welcoming, serving fresh seafood, steaks and burgers every day, with seating for approximately 100 and the ability to accommodate a range of function requirements.
Upstairs, the Rocks Bar at Boardwalk offers drinks with a view for anyone after something more casual than a full meal. The kitchen's menu is inspired by its waterfront location, built around fresh oysters, crayfish, fish and chips, crab cakes, and other seafood, alongside steaks, burgers, salads and Kiwi classics for those who prefer to skip the seafood. Gluten-free, vegan and kids menus are also available, alongside a bar snacks menu for smaller bites.
Boardwalk is part of the Wolf Hospitality Group, which also runs several other Queenstown venues including Pier Restaurant, Baja, Blue Kanu, Brazz, The Crown, Pub on the Wharf, The London, Madam Woo, The Irishman, Yonder, and The World Bar.
Boardwalk Restaurant sits on the first floor of historic Steamer Wharf in Queenstown, offering what it describes as arguably the best lake and mountain views in town. The venue is relaxed and welcoming, serving fresh seafood, steaks and burgers every day, with seating for approximately 100 guests and the flexibility to host a range of function requirements.
For those after something more casual than a full sit-down meal, the Rocks Bar upstairs at Boardwalk offers drinks with the same standout views — a spot the restaurant suggests for anyone wanting a drink rather than a full dinner.
Boardwalk's kitchen leans into its location, with a menu inspired by the waterfront setting. Oysters take centre stage, served Natural, Beer Battered, or Kilpatrick, alongside Bloody Mary oyster shooters, with seasonal availability affecting what's on offer.
Starters range from a Seafood Chowder loaded with market fish, clams, prawns, mussels and bacon, to Pan Seared Scallops with black pudding and a pernod cream sauce, Salt & Pepper Squid with black garlic aioli, and a Warm Winter Salad with roasted beetroot and candied walnuts for something lighter.
The seafood section is where Boardwalk's waterfront focus really shows: Market Fish, Whole Sole, and NZ Green Lipped Mussels sit alongside Fiordland Crayfish served simply with garlic butter and rustic chips — a genuine local delicacy. Prawn Linguine, tossed with chorizo, garlic, tomato, white wine and chilli, offers a pasta-based take on the seafood theme.
For something more substantial, the Favourites section covers Fish & Chips, a Roast Lamb Rump finished with a Central Otago pinot noir jus, a Stuffed Chicken Breast with spinach and herb cream cheese, and a Wild Venison Burger with aged cheddar and beetroot relish. A Caesar Salad rounds things out, with chicken or prawns available as an add-on.
Diners wanting to share can order the Seafood Platter For Two, bringing together beer battered market fish, pan seared scallops, king prawns, natural oysters, tuna tartare, salt and pepper squid, and green lipped mussels, with the option to add crayfish at market price.
Boardwalk's steak menu is built on 100% grass-fed New Zealand beef, served with potato dauphinoise and crispy onions, and a choice of garlic butter, creamy peppercorn, creamy mushroom, or red wine jus. Options run from a 200g Fillet through to a 250g Sirloin and a 300g Rib Eye, giving a range of cuts and price points for steak lovers.
Beyond the main menu, Boardwalk also offers a dessert menu, kids menu, vegetarian and vegan menu, gluten free menu, a set menu, and a bar snacks menu with happy hour — making it a workable option for larger groups with a range of dietary needs.
Boardwalk is one of several venues run by the Wolf Hospitality Group in Queenstown, alongside Pier Restaurant, Baja, Blue Kanu, Brazz, The Crown, Pub on the Wharf, The London, Madam Woo, The Irishman, Yonder, and The World Bar.
Boardwalk Restaurant is located at Level 1, Steamer Wharf, Queenstown 9300, and can be reached by phone at +64 3 442 4600. Reservations, gift cards, and function enquiries can all be arranged through the restaurant's website.