botswana butchery

i was in queenstown in february and discovered the delights of the botswana butchery.on 2 occasions for drinks only overlooking the beautiful lake and also in the upstairs cocktail bar. this enticed us to return to try the dinner menu as the service we received from the warm friendly staff was excellent. we were not disappointed as thefoodwas superb and our only difficulty was choosing from the menu as everything was very appealing. so you will not be surprised to learn that we went back again on our last night in town. our only complaint was the smokiness of the open fires both in the cocktail lounge and at the front area of the restaurant. it was quite unpleasant, however the staff addressed this problem to the best of their ability although i think gas fires would solve this issue very easily.
we are returning to queens town next week and will look forward very much to the botswana experience especially their delicious food. highly recommended

belated review.
brilliant service.
we went on my birthday a few years back. i was i’ll so couldn’t actually sit the rough the dinner (nothing to do with the food!). the waitress actually packed away thefoodfor us on their plate so we could take it away to our hotel.!
very impressed!
we did return the plates the next day 😊
outstanding customer service.
food was good too

located on queenstowns' beautiful waterfront, botswana butchery offers 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.

thefoodwas 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 thefoodwas 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 botswana butchery there soon.

the botswana butchery - located on the marine parade overlooking lake wakatipu - is a restaurant par excellence.foodis 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.

love this place.foodis amazing and service is good. great ambience. pork is delicious. good wine list.

this place was overpriced and so small.foodwas ok but not exactly fine dining was expecting alot more. the service was good but that's where it stops.
we got the lamb and steak i kid you not was like 50grams. if your still planning on going here get meats where you can see your gram sizes and sides. not the middle section of menu as we did which comes with sides. if your looking for the ultimate fine dining and value for money experience in queenstown head to matakauri lodge it will not disappoint(not on zomarto)

a cozy and beautiful place for a special meal. butfoodis a little bit overpriced. also it doesn't support apply pay, wechat pay or alipay.

botswana butchery located in queenstown is a lovely place to dine for a special meal with that special someone.foodwas 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.

if you're after a nice meal in queenstown, this would have to be at the top of your list. great atmosphere, with a few different rooms to choose from, and a bar/lounge upstairs. excellent service.foodis great and reasonably priced. try the bluff oysters, sensational!

my partner and i, came with our baby daughter. excellent service from staff, amazingfoodand wine. slightly steep prices but well worth it. would go again for a special occasion.

in all honesty, if you eat anywhere else in queenstown, you are cheating yourself. the staff are so attentive and genuinely great human beings. thefoodis also outstanding, don't skip the bluff oysters...that are second to none! i am writing this review from beside the fire in the top bar (the perfect place for a nightcap) where they brought us a desert on the house to thank us for coming back for the third night in a row...that kind of thoughtfulness is what makes my experiences here so memorable and is why i will continue to return time and time again.

botswana butchery queenstown 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 theirfoodwith 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.

came to queenstown for a friend's birthday and this was the celebratory dinner. nice atmosphere, relaxed but nice. decent enough service, can't fault them but not as warm and helpful as a lot of other high end places.foodwas decent, we all changed our orders to the specials once we heard them. the wagyu beef was nice enough but the lamb t-bone was out of this world. delicious! the duck fat potatoes, cauliflower and onion rings were our sides and were all delicious. good sized portions, we were all too full for dessert!

top quality restaurant with amazingfoodand great waiting staffs.

top of the range nz meat, cooked to perfection. the waiting staffs were very attentive and friendly. the sommelier is very knowledgeable of wine and recommended great wines for our dinner. desserts are creative and delicious!

definitely one of the best top quality restaurants in new zealand! would definitely recommend this restaurant to everyone who wish to have a taste of premium nz meat