 
  
New Zealand's Top 50 Gastropubs
In no particular order, the top 50 list is as follows:
Upper North Island & Taranaki
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Butlers ReefIconic beer gardenw ith a capacity of over 1,500 in Oakura. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Frings Bar & EateryA stone’s throw from Whangarei’s iconic town basin. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
      Nauti PenguinOne stop shop of fun for the whole family in Russell. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Tahi Bar + KitchenSeamless blend of exceptional food and a sense of community in Warkworth. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Crafty LocalExperience the cozy English-style pub with ocean-view terrace in Paihia. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Good Home New PlymouthNew Plymouth’s busiest Hospitality venue with multiple menus and beers on tap. 
Auckland
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       BBC Tasting Studio by Birkenhead Brewing Co.An institution in Birkenhead, with a reputation as one of the best gastropubs in New Zealand 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Fantail & Turtlemanaakitanga, kaitiakitanga & whanaungatanga in Takapuna, Auckland. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Franklins Bar & EateryIndependent owners and degustation style menu in Pukekohe. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       iTiNestled amongst tranquil native bush and trees in Auckland. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Milford MotelLocal gastro with a curated cocktail menu in Milford, Auckland. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Shakespeare Hotel & BreweryA living testament to New Zealand’s rich hospitality legacy at 125 years in Auckland. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Lula InnAn urban escape to explore lively drinking, dining and entertainment in Auckland. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Lumsden FreehouseIn-house smoked meats and Kiwi Classics with a North American twist in Auckland. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Matakana Village PubAward-winning, historic 120-year-old wooden pub in the heart of Matakana Village. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The RiverheadAn experience in the ‘The gateway to the Kaipara’ in Riverhead. 
Central North Island
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Bay View HotelSpacious family and dog friendly garden bar and live stage music in Kaiaua. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
      Mavericks Gastro PubDiverse range of amenities, including a mini golf course, in Taupo. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Pig & Whistle Historic PubClassic, bold 1940s architecture and local landmark in Rotorua. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Storyteller Eatery & BarSitting around the table and sharing a story in Te Awamutu. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Helm Bar & Kitchen“Great food and great service” in Whitiora, Hamilton. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Keg Room“There are no strangers here; only friends you haven’t yet met.” in Hamilton. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Lookout Bar & KitchenPerched on the outskirts of Te Rapa, Hamilton. 
Lower North Island
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Brew Union Brewing Co.Craft beers made in-house and from around NZ in Palmerston North. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       D4 on FeatherstonIrish Kiwi experience in the heart of Wellington city. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       GodsOwn BreweryOne of a kind, dining destination experience close to the local winery trails in Maraekakaho, Hasting. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Puketapu HotelDestination outside of town, along the Hawkes Bay Cycle Trail. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The GintrapExclusive “Gin Bible” boasting over 300 gins in Ahuriri. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Thistle InnThe oldest pub in New Zealand, located in Wellington. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Three Wise Birds PavilionModern take on a sports enthusiast bar in Napier. 
Upper South Island
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Sprig + Fern TahunaBeloved venue in the beautiful suburb of Tahunanui, Nelson. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Strawberry Tree Kaikoura LimitedFresh-caught crayfish and smoked eats in Kaikoura. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Vic Public HouseA staple of local hospitality in Nelson since 1992. 
Central South Island
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Cassels Brewery Bar & RestaurantAward-winning Cassels craft beer from an iconic location in Christchurch. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       CBK Craft Bar & KitchenA community staple in Kaiapoi. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Little River InnEjoying flair and style in a not-so-typical country pub in Little River. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Ōtoromiro HotelPicturesque destination on the edge of a volcano in Lyttelton. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       PomeroysA family-owned and operated pub that has been part of the Ōtautahi community for 21 years. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Saints Cafe, Restaurant & BarNestled amongst the thriving holiday makers and local community in Hanmer Springs. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The LaboratoryQuirky boutique cinema and on-site brewery in Lincoln. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Speight's Ale House & Street Food Kitchen TimaruTraditional New Zealand and global cuisine in the heart of seaside Timaru. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The WaimateProviding world class experience in the small town of Waimate. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Thirsty AcresBig city style and warm country hospitality in Kirwee, Canterbury. 
Lower South Island
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Brunel Peaks Cafe & BarNestled in one of the most remote corners of New Zealand. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Cardrona HotelCosy atmosphere in their world-famous beer garden in Cardrona. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Crafty's Bar & GrillComfort street food in Invercargill. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       Pog Mahone's Irish PubNew Zealand’s authentic Irish Pub in Queenstown. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
      Redcliff Restaurant & BarListen to bird song while and enjoy a game of pétanque or giant Jenga in Te Anau. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Fat Duck GastropubHarmonious fusion of flavours and welcoming service in Te Anau. 
- 
      
      
      
        
  
       The Speight's Ale House DunedinDefining the meaning of gastropubs in New Zealand since 1999, in the heart of Dunedin. 
