Pub in Dunedin

Portobello Hotel & Bistro keeps things classic fish-and-chips and focused on flavour. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. Ribs and steaks come seasoned and tender. Kūmara fries and sides add a tidy finish.

“Lovely little spot to sit on a summers evening engaging with the locals or sit and have a quiet chat with friends and family, fully fenced in child friendly back area.”

Poppa's Pizza keeps things pizza-first and focused on flavour. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Pricing lines up with the offer. Team members keep things friendly and on task. Good valu...

Nellies Wine Bar & Restaurant delivers a classic fish-and-chips offering that’s straight to the point. Sides support without crowding the star. Pricing lines up with the offer. Cakes and scoops finish things neatly.

“Heard so much about the place and finally booked a table for a 40th Bday dinner. The night manager Holly was on the ball, friendly,attentive and knew her stuff. The food was brilliant! Had the dry age steak and worth every cent. Had the fries and beetroot salad to share and easily could've added a 3rd person to devour it. Overall it was a great night-walked out very pleased and super full! Will be back!”

“Went without a reservation as it is our first time in a while, Waris helped us secure the closest reservation. Jess was helpful with the orders, we ordered a “spider” which is no longer in the menu and it arrived! Waris accommodated to our dietary guidelines (halal) and helped taking our photos at the restaurant. Overall, we had a great time!”

“Nice underground bar, big place. The food there is average but the atmosphere is good and the price is relatively attractive”

“Down for graduation, so busy time of year for Dunedin. Food was delishous, pork belly cooked to perfection. Wait staff quietly/politely checked in throughout dinning which was nice. Good evening meal.”

Pita Pit delivers a kebab and pita offering that’s straight to the point. Team members keep things friendly and on task. Sauces stay in check and wraps hold together. Good value shows in the serve sizes.

“Aura Coffee is one of the best in Mosgiel. As a foreigner, I appreciate the respect and kindness they show. The coffee is excellent, and the staff are friendly and welcoming, making it a great place to visit.”

Mornington Thai delivers a Thai-inspired offering that’s straight to the point. Noodles arrive glossy and well seasoned. A sensible spend for the quality. Sides like naan and rice tie the meal together.

“A lovely local pub meal. The pan fried blue cod was outstanding and hubby's snitzel definitely hit the spot. A calm atmosphere. Would highly recommend.”

At Village Green Cafe & Bar, the menu stays breakfast-and-brunch, served with an easygoing pace. Outdoors works well when the weather plays along. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

At Speights Ale House, the menu stays classic fish-and-chips, served with an easygoing pace. Portions are generous yet well judged. Blue cod and other fillets arrive fresh with light batter. Music and pace keep a casual tone.

“Not sure if they have food. I just got some Japanese from across the road and ate it in the garden bar. This pub has been in the news a bit. It is what it is man. Good pokies. Tradies in bare feet drinking Steiny big bots from the bottle. Old drunks, the whole nine yards. Think Once Were Warriors, but whiter.”

“I definitely loved this place, the food is amazing, the staffs are nice and they have live music.”

“Best coffee I've had in a long time and the loaded fries were very good as well.”

“We had my son Lincoln’s birthday party there this afternoon, and the customer service was amazing! Nothing was a problem, I was anxious as it was my first time having a party there and they were so amazing and sorted everything I asked for with a smile on their face! Will forever recommend them as a party place from now on. Thanks team ☺️”

“It's got a nice garage theme, but not uncomfortably. Tyre tread on walls, giant screw driver, nice mechanic theme. It's quite unique.”

“Had a nice afternoon here with a couple of beers - did not eat, but would go back.”

Burger N Beast runs with a classic fish-and-chips menu and a relaxed feel. Portions suit sharing without losing balance. Meals land promptly at the pass. Buns hold well and patties land juicy. Service...

Ric's Galley Fish & Chips Takeaways favours a classic fish-and-chips line-up with clear, tidy flavours. Value feels fair for the spread. Packaging keeps things crisp on arrival. Good value shows in the serve sizes.

Filadelfio's Pizza favours a pizza-first line-up with clear, tidy flavours. Plates offer plenty without tipping heavy. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Buns hold well and patties land juicy.

Mosgiel Tavern runs with a grill-focused menu and a relaxed feel. Grill work shows a clean sear and rested meats. Value feels fair for the spread. Good value shows in the serve sizes. Front‑of‑house r...

lee's Burger Bar & Chinese Takeaway favours a classic fish-and-chips line-up with clear, tidy flavours. A sensible spend for the quality. Woks keep a quick pace and good sear. Packaging keeps things crisp on arrival.

“We're spending a few days bouncing around south South Island, New Zealand, and as a North American who now lives in this wonderful, I am VERY AWARE of how kiwis love to slip beets into everything. So I am wary. Watchful. Borderline suspicious. However, we had a fantastic dinner at Vault 21 and very little of that was due to the delightful lack of beets. Allyson was our server and a total joy. She helped us navigate some shared dishes while also ensuring my dinner partner and I got a bit of the stuff we liked (but the other might not). Pierogies were great, fried not boiled, and just melted across your tongue. Lamb was very tender. The sliders awesome and thankfully not those messy types that turn you into a BBQ-slathered freak where you end up with bits of napkin confetti all over your face, waving brown-papered hands as you beg your server for wet wipes or damp bath towels. And a huge order of fries! Very tasty and the bowl was as big as your head. Awesome. Had all sorts of dinners and lunches this past week, but so far, Vault 21 tops them all. Highly recommended.”

The kitchen at Brew Bar takes a kebab and pita path and lets the food speak. Eggs land on point and toast stays crisp. Sauces stay in check and wraps hold together. Service stays present without fuss....

Indian Spice Restaurant & Bar favours a casual Indian line-up with clear, tidy flavours. A sensible spend for the quality. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Tandoor notes appear clean and steady.

The kitchen at Lake Waihola Cafe & Bar takes a classic fish-and-chips path and lets the food speak. Fish is cooked to a clean crunch and chips stay tidy. Sides support without crowding the star. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

“I've tried a lot of roasts in Dunedin and hands down this is the best. The lunch special with desert is really good value and the staff are really lovely. This is a gem, would highly recommend the meals and atmosphere. They have a chef who knows what they are doing.”