The Styx — Restaurant in Nelson

Warm welcoming friendly service and delectable food make it easy to overlook minor disappointments.

It was time to celebrate a special birthday so I made sure I did my homework selecting a special place to dine with guests. I was impressed with their website and the passion expressed by the owner and head chef for both food and service. I love the sea, so I was excited that they boasted about the "panoramic view of the Tasman sea" and the "perfect spot to watch the sunset". I called ahead and made a booking and specifically asked to be seated right next to the window in the downstairs covered seating area to ensure a great view for our party of four.

On arrival we received a warm welcome as if my arrival was anticipated. As I joined my guests we could hardly hear each other speak due to the larger party at the other table; and to my disappointment we were not seated directly next to the window despite there being available tables where I had requested. I would've asked to move but as my guest arrived a little earlier than me was seated already and a high chair was fixed to the table for our little person I didn't want to make a fuss.

Our waitress was very attentive to us and gave special attention to our little guest who was very happy to receive all the extra attention, she was quite comfortable in her high-seat and entertained with crayons & a colouring page with the children's menu printed on the back. There is a healthy selection of kids meals to chose from at $12 a meal. We ordered Mini sausages and creamy mash potatoe which came with a side of salad. My daughter was well looked after as her meal came out as soon as it was ready which kept her happy. Her 5 mini-sausages were gone in no time and she even ate the salad (that's a first)!!

On a side note when the drinks came out my glass was a little dirty, so I had to ask for a clean one. And Despite the loud chatter & boisterous laughter that eventually petered out when the larger party left, and me having my back to the beautiful view the whole night; the food that we ordered was impressive:

As a starter we ordered the Warm antipasto platter comprised of local and New Zealand cheeses, cured meats, prawns, house smoked fish, deliciously delicate crumbed and fried calamari (this was the favourite), pork belly, flavoursome fish cake, perfectly dressed salad greens, marinated olives, scrumptious dips, olive oil and sliced ciabatta bread; the presentation was on point, but we had to order extra bread as it wasn't sufficient for our party of four.

It was 'Steak Night' at The Styx (Thursday 6th October 2016) which was great as that is what I was craving for.

I ordered the Beef Eye Fillet Steak with pepper sauce with Chips & aioli for only $20!! A young waiter brought it out to me and placed the plate with the meat on the far side of the plate, but the presentation was nice, and I have to say my steak was cooked to a perfect medium just how I like it and the pepper sauce was nice and subtle. It was so yummy my plate was clean by the end of it! My husbands meal was also a hit: he ordered the Beef Eye Fillet Steak (blue) with King prawns, chips and salad. He was also pleased that his steak was cooked to perfection and with a generous portion his appetite was satisfied. Our guest ordered Fish and chips: Fish of the day was gurnard, served with steak cut chips, salad greens, lemon and tartare sauce: it was well presented and there was no complaints (clean plate)!

To finish off my celebration I was the only one who ordered dessert: the Creme Brûlée with berry compote, but I was served the Chocolate Delice which looked so tempting I wasn't going to send it back. I had spoons coming in from all directions for a taste!

Overall it was a delightful night had by all. We even had a yack outside to out-of-towners who were seated at our neighboring table who seemed to enjoy their night out at The...

I recently had lunch at The Styx restaurant in Nelson and I must say, it was an absolutely amazing experience. The fish of the day was simply delicious and cooked to perfection. The restaurant is located in a beautiful building overlooking the Tasman Sea, providing a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

What sets The Styx apart is their commitment to serving real, honest food made from scratch. They partner with local suppliers who believe in sustainable farming methods and use fresh, often organic produce that is hand-harvested when the season permits.

The menu changes with the seasons, and the daily specials reflect the chef's creativity. The seafood chowder, which some say is world-famous, is a must-try. And the daily in-house baking ensures that every meal is fresh and delicious.

Apart from the food, the hospitality at The Styx is truly exceptional. The staff are friendly, attentive, and always ready to help. It's clear that they take pride in their work and strive to create a memorable experience for every guest.

If you're looking for a place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, The Styx is the perfect spot. Whether you're there for a weekday lunch, weekend brunch, or dinner, you're sure to enjoy unpretentious coastal cuisine at its finest. And if you're planning a function, The Styx can accommodate groups of up to 170 guests with their private bar and experienced staff.

In conclusion, if you want a delicious meal in a stunning location with exceptional hospitality, The Styx is definitely worth a visit. I highly...

We rang ahead to see if we could bring our dog, which they replied "no worries there are plenty on seats outside" . When we arrived with said dog they seated us on the tables outside and got our dog water before we were offered any which was awesome. Then after 5 minutes a member of staff (Scottish maybe Irish male) came to our table with a raised voice and started to make a scene about how our dog was incredibly smelly (even though she had been bathed that day and isn't a smelly breed) - the ironic thing was the staff member had really bad BO and smelly breath, we were actually embarrassed for him. He moved us to another table and brought us our food. The food was average at best. We were with friends from out of town and they couldn't believe the manner in which this guy behaved and smelled. The other staff were pleasant but there are lots of other great places to eat in Nelson without being spoken to in this way. We don't recommend...