Café · Frankton

The Boat Shed Cafe and Bistro

Frankton

Café in Frankton, serving breakfast and lunch.

About The Boat Shed Cafe and Bistro, in the operator's words

The Boat Shed Cafe sits on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, inside the restored 1869 New Zealand Railways Shipping Office. It's a building with history in its bones, and we've built the whole experience around it rather than over it.

Our seasonal menu changes monthly, built around locally sourced produce and the flavours of the region. Come for a lakeside brunch, a coffee, or a long lunch with a local craft beer or wine in hand.

Arrive by foot, bike, or boat. Take in the lake and mountain views while you eat, in a setting that hasn't lost its sense of place.

Whether you're marking an occasion, catching up with old friends, or just unwinding by the water, we'd love to have you.

Located at 847 Frankton Road, Frankton Marina, Queenstown.
Reservations recommended.

The Boat Shed Cafe and Bistro at a glance

What we know about this place.

The Boat Shed Cafe and Bistro lists outdoor seating and a kids' menu, it takes bookings online, and it has step-free entry.

  • Kids' menuYes
  • Suits groupsSuits groups, up to 50 people
  • Outdoor seatingYes
  • Families welcome"Yes, families are welcome, with high chairs and kids menu available."
  • Dog-friendly"Yes, dogs are welcome on the deck and must be on a leash at all times"
  • Book onlineBooks online through SevenRooms
  • Step-free entryYes
  • VegetarianVegetarian options
  • VeganVegan options
  • Gluten freeGluten-free options on the menu. Ask about allergies

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