Restaurant 1861 - Function & Events Venue — Attraction in South Island

Food ok. Ordered a mojito and it was horrible! Apparently they make it with coconut rum instead of white rum. It definitely did not have muddled mint, lime juice or soda water. Just tasted like a green Malibu. The disappointing thing was that the staff never even offered to take it off our bill or offer a different drink even though we told them we were not happy with the drinks as they tasted so wrong and...

Absolutely incredible food! Crispy chicken goujons are to die for. Would probably recommend 1.5 dishes per person - 2 each was a bit much (especially if you want dessert after). I will note that most items on the menu include cheese (parmesan etc).

My parents were apprehensive given it's predominantly an accommodation business, but the restaurant is great stand-alone 😊

Well worth the drive out from town,...

Such a great place that we just stumbled upon. After having our first choice place booked out, we checked Google Maps and saw this place and phoned them. Although they only take bookings, as it was just two of us they said come on down. Tapas style, delicious dishes. We had four different ones and that was a perfect amount. The waitress was run off her feet but provided excellent service to all patrons. A...