Velvet Burger is a famous burger joint in Dunedin, with two locations in the city center. Their burgers are not only delicious but also offer more than 20 varieties to choose from. In addition to the most common beef burgers, they also feature unique venison and lamb burgers. They also serve the renowned local beer Emersons! Order a burger, grab a beer, and enjoy yourself—it's simply fantastic!
The Perc Cafe is the top-ranked cafe in Dunedin on Tripadvisor, a must-try. Their philosophy is: coffee, food, people, place. This cafe's breakfast is not to be missed and is a great place to start a new day. The salmon bagel, Italian hot sandwich, and warm oatmeal are good choices. The interior decor has a bit of a retro feel and also a touch of Art Deco style.
Plato restaurant in Dunedin is highly favored by Cuisine magazine and has been repeatedly rated as 'New Zealand's Best Restaurant'. The restaurant is close to the harbor, has a retro vibe, and offers a comprehensive selection of beers and wines on its drink menu. You can try their signature dishes: Indian seafood curry and grilled salmon on potato gnocchi. It's also a great place to enjoy brunch on Sundays.
Chop Sticks 101
Taipei 101 (Chopsticks 101) is a quite popular Chinese restaurant in Dunedin. It is affordable and authentic, located at the intersection of George St and Frederick St, the busiest commercial street in Dunedin. You can order a pot that serves 2-3 people for less than 20 NZD, and enjoy a delicious Chinese meal for an average of 10 NZD per person. The Taiwanese owner and staff are very warm and friendly, and the bowl of hometown braised pork rice is truly full of Taiwanese flavor. The restaurant is always crowded during meal times, highly recommended.
Riverstone Kitchen is a highly reputed restaurant in Oamaru. Most of the ingredients come from the restaurant's own garden. Outstanding dishes include free-range pork with fennel and apple salad, and delicious red cod coated in breadcrumbs served with generous hand-cut fries. The fish here is very fresh, prepared in a unique way without any fishy taste. The desserts are also worth trying. There are wines from small vineyards and craft beers available. The restaurant is thoughtfully decorated, and every table offers a view of the scenery outside the window.
As the name of the restaurant Taste Nature suggests, the biggest feature of this Dunedin restaurant is the use of pure natural ingredients. Everything is organic food, very healthy! And the taste is also excellent! Standing at the back of the store, you can already smell the aroma!
