Dunedin Cruise: Best Cruises to Dunedin

Dunedin has a variety of dining options, from eclectic to upscale ambiances and traditional to international cuisine. Here are some top places to try during your Dunedin cruise port of call. 

Speight’s Ale House

Address: 200 Rattray Street, Dunedin, New Zealand

Located in Speight’s Brewery, this is a fun place for a pint and some South Island comfort food. 

Ombrellos Kitchen & Bar

Address: 10 Clarendon Street, North Dunedin, New Zealand

Another excellent place to get some craft beer and cuisine is at Ombrellos Kitchen and Bar. This restaurant features a quirky dining room that extends into a relaxing courtyard. Pair your meal with one of the 15 craft beers being poured. 

Sila Restaurant

Address: 17 St Andrew Street, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand

This place offers excellent Turkish cuisine at a good value. Take-out is also available if you want to enjoy your meal at one of Dunedin’s parks. Make sure to try the walnut dip while you’re here. 

Ironic Café and Bar

Address: 9 Anzac Ave, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand

For a memorable café experience, head to Ironic Café and Bar, which won the award for New Zealand Café of the Year in 2014. Its dining area is equipped with a fireplace and overlooks Dunedin’s railway station. You can also enjoy a glass of local wine or beer in the adjacent, sculpture-filled courtyard. If the Pohutukawa smoked beef is on the menu, be sure to try it. 

Vault 21

Address: 21 The Octagon, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand

Traveling with your family or a group? You’ll love dining at Vault 21, which has won many awards for its exceptional Asian-fusion cuisine. At Vault 21, the focus is on shared plates that the whole table can enjoy together. The restaurant was awarded “Best Venison Dish” at the Silver Fern Farms 2017 Master of Fine Cuisine awards so that could be something to try along with the Paua fritters which are also an excellent choice.

Hutong

Address: 388 George Street, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand

If you’re in the mood for some Asian cuisine street food style, then dine at Hutong during your cruise to Dunedin. It focuses on delicious casual cuisine with fresh flavors inspired by southeast Asia. Try the Kung Pao chicken here.

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