The Portsider — Restaurant in South Island

I wish I could give Portsider more than 5 stars. In the last couple of decades, while travelling - mostly for work - all over the world, I've eaten in a lot of restaurants. Consequently, I will definitely chose to eat at home if I can possibly do so, because I know I can make more flavoursome and nutritious food than most restaurant chefs. Unless... I am able to eat at Portsider. This is one of only two restaurants in the world where the food is better than I can make for myself (and the other restaurant is permanently closed!). Furthermore, the place is comfy and cosy, the locals are friendly and fun, and furthermore, the beer selection is top notch! If you are fortunate enough to need to eat out in Port Chalmers, you would be an idiot...

The place to go to in Port Chalmers to try some great local beers from small NZ breweries.

A small but friendly room with comfortable seating and an atmosphere that resembles a library with Boks and magazines to read while supping on some unusual wheat and fruit beers, as well as traditional ales. The tap selection is renewed regularly and offers up some great local brews. Worth the the 30 minute bus journey out from Dunedin and Port Chalmers is a cool little port town to...

A gem of a place. Cozy pub with a friendly vibe. Delicious food making great use of local and seasonal ingredients. Impressive range of craft beer on tap and a fridge full of rare and interesting NZ beers. If you like wild-fermented beers from breweries like Cell Division or Craftwork, this is one of the few places you'll find them.

Definitely worth a trip out...