Gantley's Tavern — Restaurant in South Island

Gantley’s Tavern offers a delightful brunch experience that perfectly blends a delicious menu with a charming rustic ambiance. The moment you step inside, the warm, inviting atmosphere makes it ideal for catching up with friends or enjoying a relaxed meal. The menu is a standout, featuring a range of mouthwatering options from classic eggs Benedict to inventive avocado toast. Each dish is crafted with care, ensuring fresh ingredients and flavorful combinations that make every bite satisfying. The pancakes and savory breakfast are particularly noteworthy, embodying both comfort and creativity. The rustic decor, with its wooden tables and cozy lighting, adds to the welcoming vibe, creating a space where you can linger over coffee and conversation without feeling rushed. Service at Gantley’s Tavern is friendly and attentive, further enhancing the overall experience. Whether you’re in the mood for a leisurely brunch or a quick catch-up, this spot offers the perfect backdrop for an enjoyable outing. It’s clear that Gantley’s Tavern has mastered the balance between excellent food and a relaxed setting, making it a top choice for brunch enthusiasts looking for a...

A relatively quiet spot close to by tucked away from the more touristy Arrowtown and Queenstown areas. We loved the relaxed atmosphere with cosy nooks you could sink into by fireplaces in every room, well priced hearty pub meals, really friendly service, good local wine list and some excellent very drinkable local brews. The staff were super friendly and accommodating. Loved the selection of freshly made massive scones, brownies/ blondies, muffins and pastries, they looked awesome and apparently change daily. We enjoyed the outdoor fire place and lovingly restored heritage buildings. Very cool to keep the original owner’s name. The copper downpipes show how much love the latest owners have put into this place. It’s a real credit to them supporting the history of the area so lovingly. We got some matching Gantry’s Tavern T-shirts for a bit of fun. Great day, made some awesome memories -...

After a morning hike I stopped in for some lunch and samples of local beer. The outdoor seating area was nice on a sunny day so I sat outside. After I looked over the menu I stepped inside and placed my order of a pork belly salad and a taster of 4 beers.

Shortly after the beer was brought to my table and a bit later the salad. Sadly that was the highpoint as the pork belly salad (which was not cheap) was more like pork belly fat with a couple pieces of cauliflower and just a small amount of salad. I have had several meals with pork belly during my time in NZ and by far the worst. While the beer was cold and enjoyable the atmosphere was ruined by a lady seated outside with three dogs who were constantly barking with the owner just taping on her keyboard or loudly chatting on her phone.

Given the many options in the area I would recommend somewhere else for an enjoyable...