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Insider tips on Queenstown restaurants with views, fine dining, private dining, wedding venues, and meeting spaces—written by the team at Nest at Kamana Lakehouse
A Restaurant with Views in Queenstown That Feels Like Home
Discover why Nest Kitchen & Bar is celebrated among the best restaurants in Queenstown—pairing lake-view dining with relaxed fine dining and seasonal New Zealand produce. From date-night tables to private dining for groups, here’s how to make the most of your evening above Lake Wakatipu.
The Nest Restaurant dining experience with views over Queenstowns amazing mountains and lake
In Queenstown, there’s no shortage of places to dine, but few offer quite the same combination of soul-stirring views, heartfelt service, and food that feels both refined and approachable. Nestled within Kamana Lakehouse, Nest Restaurant has earned its place on the dining lists of both those staying with us and visitors exploring Queenstown - drawn here not just for the kind of views people can’t resist capturing for the ’gram, but for the culture that shapes every detail of the experience.
Step inside and you’ll find more than a dining room with one of the most “remarkable” outlooks in New Zealand. You’ll be welcomed into a vibe built on genuine warmth, where our team takes pride in making every guest feel cared for. It’s this spirit of hospitality - grounded in Kamana Lakehouse’s service culture of love and care - that makes dining with us feel personal, comfortable, and memorable.
The food reflects this same balance. We like to call it casual fine dining: fine enough for guests to dress up for a special occasion, yet relaxed enough that everyone feels at home. This balance is what makes Nest a standout for those searching for fine dining Queenstown experiences that are elegant without being pretentious. The menu celebrates creativity and playfulness, with dishes that spark curiosity and conversation. Think smoky cocktails that arrive at your table like a little piece of theatre, tender ox tongue that challenges expectations in the best way, and our much-loved chicken porridge - a dish that quietly wins people over.
Of course, the scenery is key to the story. Dining at Nest Restaurant means sharing a meal against the striking backdrop of Queenstown’s lake and mountains, an experience that could possibly last a lifetime. But while the view may be what first catches the eye, it’s quickly discovered that the charm lies as much in the welcome and the food as it does in the view.
Curious about how we made it to the top spot on TripAdvisor? You’re invited to see for yourself - book your stay at Kamana Lakehouse and secure your table at Nest, often regarded by guests as the best restaurant Queenstown has to offer.
Get in and make your bookings here.