botswana butchery

located on queenstowns' beautiful waterfront, botswanabutcheryoffers a wonderfully relaxed and endulgent dining experience. this is a must try when making the trip down.

there is a relaxed ambience here with a dark setting creating a rather romantic atmosphere. the dining area has a great view of the lake if you are lucky enough the get a window seat, and the space is small and cozy, perfect for the food! this is a beautiful space with super comfy chairs and loads of character.

next the service. this was impeccable, in which we had a fantastic waiter who was extremely knowledgeable of the menu as well as being extremely attentive to our needs.

the food was great! i got the venison, which was perfectly cooked and all that was left was a clean plate. my partner got a cut of steak which was some of the best she has had, and again all that remained was a clean plate. we also got the brocolini and mashed potato as the sides which were delicious and uncomplicated (just what is on the tin). finally the wine selection is really good, however, word of warning is that there isn't a lot by the glass. i will also say that this is quite a pricey establishment so be expected for a larger bill at the end of the night. however, you won't be disappointed!

my wonderful friend gave me a voucher for my birthday and i decided to use it last night on my trip to queenstown. the service was outstanding and the food was phenomenal. this will be a regular when we are back in queenstown for sure!

luckily we live in auckland so will be sure to visit the botswanabutcherythere soon.

i know there’s a botswanabutcheryin auckland but i feel as though you have to visit the one in queenstown first. botswanabutcheryoffers amazing service and a fine dining experience in general that many should try in their lifetime.

my dad got the lamb rack, my mum got the venison, my brother got the hare risotto as a starter and the venison as his main and i got the 180g eye fillet. we got the seasonal vegetables, which was maple glazed brussel sprouts with bacon, macaroni and cheese with bacon and duck fat potatoes to share. i tried a bit of my brothers risotto and it was really creamy, the rice was cooked perfectly because it wasn’t mushy and overcooked. my eye fillet was absolutely amazing. crispy on the outside from the grill and soft and melt in your mouth like on the inside. botswanabutcheryreally knows how to cook their meat properly as all meats were done to perfection. the brussel sprouts were tasty, even if they just boil it, i would still eat it because it’s my favourite vegetable anyway. the duck fat potatoes weren’t too special in my opinion, a bit soggy if i’m honest. lastly, the mac n cheese was so delicious. creamy, rich and not too salty so you can eat a lot of it. if i ordered just that, i guarantee i would walk away with a full stomach.

i recommend botswanabutcheryif you’re looking to splurge while in qt!

the botswanabutchery- located on the marine parade overlooking lake wakatipu - is a restaurant par excellence. food is cooked to perfection and presented aesthetically.
tried their pumpkin soup - soup of the day - it was delicious. so was the veg mushroom ricotta cannelloni & the high country lamb preparation. dessert & wine menu will spoil you with choice. we tried the creme brulee and i can say that it’s the best i’ve had so far - it was served with an assortment of strawberries n macaroon n guava icecream n the works.
restaurant has a good seating capacity with a small outdoor section as well, however, prior reservation is recommended. decor is warm and old world. service is very good with servers providing great recommendations. definitely a must try.

botswanabutcherylocated in queenstown is a lovely place to dine for a special meal with that special someone. food was pretty good, prices are a little expensive for the portion size on offer. the atmosphere is lovely though and the wait staff were so attentive and so knowledgeable. the drinks list is epic. of course meat is their specialty, we decided on lamb and it was lovely. there’s a little outdoor seating available. a nice night out at this iconic restaurant.

we were recommended to check out botswanabutchery(one of queenstown’s best restaurants) from a few different locals in the area, so thought it would be the perfect place for lunch once we checked out of the hotel. atmosphere & service. it was a bright sunny last day for us in queenstown, when we arrived to botswanabutcherywith a gorgeous outdoor fireplace roaring. i would have loved to sit outside and enjoy the stunning views of the lake next to the fire with a big glass of wine, but it was still a bit too chilly for us!

botswanabutcheryis one of queenstown’s best restaurants. they have 2 locations in new zealand in auckland and queenstown. it is so popular that oprah was here at this location a month ago. when in new zealand, its a good idea to try lamb here as they are known to cook it properly. botswanabutcheryserves some of the best meats in the area.

botswanabutcheryqueenstown is much better than its auckland counterpart, if you get a choice just skip the auckland one and head to this beauty tucked away from the hustle of the queenstown waterfront. the kitchen staff obviously have a passion for their food with the pride taken in every dish, the waiters and waitresses know that most tables are there for a intimate meal with friends/family/significant others, and as such give you space and don't push you into ordering too soon. they also know their wine list and pairings very well.

in queenstown on business. our group of 7 all had a fantastic dinner experience at botswanabutcherywhich certainly lived up to its reputation. best dining experience that i have had all year. highly recommended.

botswanabutcherywas the last stop for a steak in nz. the place was nice, a contemporary feeling steakhouse, playing with thebutcherypart of their name with knives and cleavers everywhere. i sat down at the bar and perused the menu. their steak list is quite extensive with the option to either char grill or pan grill the steak. i settled on the 500g savannah grass fed rib eye ($46), char grilled medium rare. i chose a confit garlic mash just to shake things up and break away from the usual chips, and a pinot and thyme jus.

just fantastic. if you're looking for world class dining then botswanabutcherywont disappoint. we had a private dining room upstairs and also started with drinks by the fireplace and bar. the oysters and scallops for entre were fresh and tender. i had the eye fillet and it was cooked to my liking. we had the duck fat potatoes and mushrooms with bacon and a couple of other sides which were all fantastic. apple tart for desert was spot on. the deconstructed affogato looked great too. need to return to try other dishes!

an ecletic menu with interesting decore and fantastic service.. botswanabutcheryis not you're typical queenstown restaurant. if you want typical aussie pub staples at regular prices go somewhere else. if instead you want new cuisine that is done properly by a trained chef in an atmosphere with fantastic service then thebutcheryis for you.

me and my partner ate here on our third night in queenstown and found the place just lovely. they put us by a wood burning fireplace and the sommelier paired our meal choices with local new zealand wines. our french waiter was fantastic with recommendations and prompt service.

it was expensive, two entrees, two mains, two deserts, and two cocktails and six glasses of wine set us back around 300nz. but i felt like the money was worth it considering the service. its one thing to just make good food and charge for it, but the effort that went into training the staff was clearly evident and made paying the bill very reasonable.

you wouldn't eat here every night of your stay. but if you have something to celebrate or just want to cap off your ski trip with a slightly more decadent dining experience you won't be disappointed.

have eaten at botswanabutcheryin queenstown many times and had very high standards, they delivered in every way service was good and food was even better. glad to see a south island gem in auckland as well.

i absolutely recommend botswanabutcheryin queenstown. booked in a large group of us months in advance (had to) for a friday night and now i know why. amazing decor, service and the food was spot on. i had a rib eye and was certainly not disappointed. i heard the filet was the best though from around the table. the wine list was superb, as was the service. we asked for a birthday cake to be made for one of us, and the staff obliged & executed it perfectly.
it was an expensive meal (worked out to be about $100 each for entrees, main, wine/beer, cake) but as a special treat on holiday i do not regret that one bit. this meal was the highlight of my trip to queenstown actually.

i ate, as one of a group of four, at bb on sunday 12th february 2012. without a doubt it was the best meal i've had this year so far, and probably all of last year too. this is not a cheap restaurant so expect to pay for quality. service was friendly, competent and unobtrusive. wine list was awe-inspiring. i had the pork dish - a perfectly grilled cutlet, small rillette and some ribs - served with potato salad, apple sauce and watercress containing shards of pork crackling and matchsticks of fresh apple. my companions ate hare, lamb and pork. none of us had any bread or entree 'cos we were hanging out for the main fare. all of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. the menu is basically in two sections: fully plated meals with all the trimmings (which we had); and thebutcherysection where you choose your meat, sauce and side dishes individually. the plated meals were average size. i could have eaten a dessert but my mates dragged me away. damn, that strawberry panacotta sounded very fine. i'll be back.