#1
The Fat Duck
Vegan restaurant · Te Anau · $$
The Fat Duck is a vegan restaurant located at central Te Anau, in Te Anau, in New Zealand's Southland region.
2026 guide
Best Restaurants in Te Anau
Top 20 picks from 34 places to eat.
Looking for the best places to eat in Te Anau? These are the 20 restaurants people search for most, from our list of 34 venues in Te Anau.
How we rank: public search interest for each venue, then how complete its listing is (photos and published opening hours). We are independent and do not accept payment for placement. Read our editorial policy.
#3
The Church Bar and Eatery
American restaurant · Manapouri, Te Anau · $$
If you are looking for an American restaurant in Manapouri, Te Anau, The Church Bar and Eatery at 23 Waiau Street in Manapouri is one of the places worth knowing about. It is about 19 km from central Te Anau.
#4
The Redcliff Restaurant and Bar
Restaurant · Te Anau · $$$
Found at 12 Mokonui Street, The Redcliff Restaurant and Bar is a restaurant that has become part of the Te Anau dining scene. It sits right in the heart of Te Anau, within walking distance of the centre.
#6
The Lakefront Cafe
Cafe · Te Anau · $$
If you are looking for a cafe in Te Anau, The Lakefront Cafe at 92 Te Anau Terrace is one of the places worth knowing about. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.
#8
Bailiez Café & Bar
Cafe · Te Anau · $$
Tucked into central Te Anau, Bailiez Café & Bar serves cafe food, coffee and brunch to locals and visitors in Te Anau. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.
#9
The Ranch Bar & Grill
Restaurant · Te Anau · $$
The Ranch Bar & Grill is a restaurant located at central Te Anau, in Te Anau, in New Zealand's Southland region. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.
#10
La Toscana
Italian restaurant · Te Anau · $$$
Found at central Te Anau, La Toscana is an Italian restaurant that has become part of the Te Anau dining scene. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.
#11
Mexican Tastz
Mexican restaurant · Te Anau · $$
Found at central Te Anau, Mexican Tastz is a Mexican restaurant that has become part of the Te Anau dining scene. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.
#13
Glow Worm Restaurant
Chinese restaurant · Te Anau · $$
Tucked into central Te Anau, Glow Worm Restaurant serves Chinese food to locals and visitors in Te Anau. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.
#14
Ming Garden
Chinese restaurant · Te Anau · $$
Ming Garden is a Chinese restaurant located at central Te Anau, in Te Anau, in New Zealand's Southland region. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.
#15
Nonna Resi
Italian restaurant · Te Anau · $$$
Tucked into 92 Te Anau Terrace, Nonna Resi serves Italian food to locals and visitors in Te Anau. It sits right in the heart of Te Anau, within walking distance of the centre.
#16
Olive Tree Cafe
Restaurant · Te Anau · $$
Olive Tree Cafe is a restaurant located at 52 Town Centre, in Te Anau, in New Zealand's Southland region. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.
#17
Cathedral Cafe
Cafe · Manapouri, Te Anau · $$
Found at Waiau St. 29 in Manapouri, Cathedral Cafe is a cafe that has become part of the Manapouri dining scene. From the Te Anau city centre it is roughly 19 km away – worth planning your route before you set off.
#19
Lakeview Bar & Cafe
Cafe · Manapouri, Te Anau · $$
Lakeview Bar & Cafe brings cafe food, coffee and brunch to the Manapouri area, making it a handy stop for anyone eating out in Te Anau. It is about 18 km from central Te Anau.
#20
Miles Better Pies
Cafe · Te Anau · $$
Miles Better Pies brings cafe food, coffee and brunch to 17 Town Centre, making it a handy stop for anyone eating out in Te Anau. It sits right in the heart of Te Anau, within walking distance of the centre.
