Fox Glacier Food Guide: 9 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Fox Glacier

September 4, 2017 Nicolette Lion

Discover the best restaurant in Fox Glacier, New Zealand including Cafe Neve, Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon, High Peaks Hotel Restaurant, Hobnail Cafe, Matheson Cafe, The Last Kitchen, The White Pub Cafe & Bar, Bigfoot Bar and Restaurant, The indian kitchen
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1. Cafe Neve

Main Rd | State Highway 6, Fox Glacier, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7886, New Zealand Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Highchairs Available, Accepts Credit Cards Pizza, Cafe, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly Brunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Late Night +64 3-751 0110
Excellent
26%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
9%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 363 reviews

Cafe Neve

Reviewed By Thomas_0608 - Hong Kong, China

We went there after visiting the glacier and beach for early dinner. Kids had pizza and burger, adults partly too plus NZ greenlip mussels. The dishes ordered were OK, nothing spectacular but all looked and tasted very good. Together with beer for the adults, was quite nice sitting on the Terrace outside.
All in all good value for the services received

2. Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon

Main Highway, Fox Glacier, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7951, New Zealand Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Bar, Pub, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Late Night +64 3-751 0700
Excellent
26%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
9%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 543 reviews

Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon

Cook Saddle Cafe and Saloon offers locals and visitors a variety of menu options at reasonable prices in a warm and friendly country atmosphere.Our wide menu selection includes ala carte and group menu’s, while our popular western style meals are enjoyed by young and old. A children’s menu is available and we endeavour to meet special dietary requirements upon request.The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor dining and during the cooler months visitors can relax and unwind by the cosy open fire.The saloon is full of local history, a comfortable place for visitors to the West Coast region to catch up with the locals and perhaps hear a few good old stories from days gone by!

Reviewed By Kim W - Wesley Chapel, Florida

We only had a couple of cappuccinos here but enjoyed them and watching the helicopters and people running around.

3. High Peaks Hotel Restaurant

167 Cook Flat Road | High Peaks Hotel, Fox Glacier, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7886, New Zealand Reservations, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Bar, European, Pub, International, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Dinner HK$63 - HK$204 +64 3-751 0131
Excellent
55%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 15 reviews

High Peaks Hotel Restaurant

EXPERIENCE the High Peaks Hotel RESTAURANT AND BAR. Our Restaurant and Bar offers magnificent views of Mt Cook and Mt Tasman and is a perfect place for morning breakfast, evening dinning or a game of pool over few drinks! We have a range of Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free Options available all the times.

Reviewed By Ankita G - Mumbai, India

We were surprised with the amazing food that was served. They also have a huge variety of cuisines that cater to lot of choices. The bar collection is great. Also the staff is friendly and cheerful :)

4. Hobnail Cafe

Main Road, Fox Glacier, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7951, New Zealand Parking Available, Free Wifi, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Serves Alcohol Cafe, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch HK$39 - HK$94 +64 3-751 0005
Excellent
27%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 218 reviews

Hobnail Cafe

Our friendly and helpful staff will tempt you with the delicious breakfast or lunch menus. Our scrumptious homemade baking is made fresh on the premises everyday, and the delicatessen style food is perfect for a casual lunch, or food on the run. Meals can be made to order if you need to take away, or if you have a little more time to savour the flavour, enjoy in our cosy café either inside, or outside and lap up the sun. We are licensed too, so enjoy a beer or a glass of wine at the café with your meal. We also offer vegetarian meal options if you prefer. Groups are most welcome but advance notice is appreciated. Wifi is available with any Hobnail Cafe purchase, so if you want to catch up on messages and emails or upload photos from your Fox Glacier experience, then this is the perfect opportunity. The Hobnail Café is open from 7.30am daily.

Reviewed By Mark P

My wife and I had breakfast here before a glacier tour which was very convenient. You order at a counter, are given a number and have your food delivered to your table. Breakfast tip: we split a “Kiwi breakfast” that included two eggs, bacon, sausage, toast and potatoes and each had plenty to eat. Highly recommended.

5. Matheson Cafe

Lake Matheson Road, Fox Glacier, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7859, New Zealand Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards Pizza, European, Delicatessen, Cafe, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$31 - HK$196 +64 3-751 0878
Excellent
57%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1 reviews

Matheson Cafe

Enjoy unsurpassed views of Mt Cook and Mt Tasman whilst dining at our contemporary style café at the entrance to the Lake Matheson Walkway. Open 7 days from 8am for breakfast, brunch and lunch, and open for dinner in peak summer season. Comfortable indoor Seating and expansive deck area. Adjacent to the cafe is the ReflectioNZ Gifts and Gallery offering a range of high quality Kiwiana products, clothing and souvenirs. Lake Matheson is one of New Zealand's most scenic icons. Situated on the West Coast of the South Island, in the heart of Glacier Country and Westland National Park, the Lake Matheson walk is a must do attraction for all visitors to Fox Glacier & Franz Josef Glacier. 'Picture Perfect' reflections of New Zealand's highest peaks Mt Cook & Mt Tasman can be captured in the dark waters of this ancient lake formed by the retreat of the Fox Glacier. A trip to Lake Matheson is simply not complete without a visit to Matheson Cafe and ReflectioNZ Gifts and Gallery.

Reviewed By biarritz99 - San Diego, California

It was pouring rain and the Mountains were missing but I understand that the view here is stunning. The steak and lamb dishes we ate were deliciousl. I would have given it 5 stars except I have been eating some of the best food of my life in New Zealand. It is amazing that food this good can come out of a kitchen in such a remote location. Highly recommend! We returned to hike around Lake Matheson in the morning. Do it if you can!

6. The Last Kitchen

Corner Sullivans Road and SH6, Fox Glacier, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7886, New Zealand Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi European, New Zealand, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks +64 3-751 0058
Excellent
54%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 770 reviews

The Last Kitchen

Reviewed By Aralya - Norwich, United Kingdom

Surprisingly there's quite a lot of choice in small Fox Village. But The Last Kitchen is for sure the best option in town and you probably will have to reserve a table.
The service is very friendly and attentive.
Even if the weather was on the cold side we had a few drinks on the Terrace before dinner. My husband chose the crispy pork belly which was very tasty, meaty and not too fatty. I had the duck which was very well cooked and delicious. All the dishes seem to have a Indian twist and good it is.

7. The White Pub Cafe & Bar

11 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7859, New Zealand Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Bar, Pub, New Zealand, International, Contemporary, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Lunch HK$47 - HK$212 +64 3-751 0839
Excellent
28%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
2%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 113 reviews

The White Pub Cafe & Bar

The White Pub Cafe and Bar is open from evening dining from 5.30Pm until 9pm in the winter and until 9.30Pm in the summer. The Bar opens from 4pm and is equipped with a large screen TV, pool table, and small casino. Breakfast is available in the buffet dining room from 6.30Am in the summer and 7.30Am in the winter.

Reviewed By Cheryl M - Melbourne, Australia

stayed the the holiday park. an easy walk to have a lovely meal. the service was a little slow but there was 6 of us and they had a couple of large tables as well. the meal was worth the wait. very tasty.

8. Bigfoot Bar and Restaurant

39 Sullivan Road, Fox Glacier, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7886, New Zealand Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Wheelchair Accessible Bar, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner HK$55 - HK$141 +64 3-751 0022
Excellent
47%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
8%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 178 reviews

Bigfoot Bar and Restaurant

Reviewed By DOug57_10 - Sydney, Australia

Despite the dreadful big foot sculpture out front, we gave it a go. Chicken wings were too big with strong Indian flavour. Prawns deep fried - fair. Meat Lover pizza failed to hit the mark. All in all a very ordinary dinner. Only highlight was the waitress (Kylie??) who was lovely

9. The indian kitchen

52 Main Road, Fox Glacier, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7886, New Zealand Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Indian Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner HK$63 - HK$133 +64 3-972 9300
Excellent
52%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
8%
Terrible
16%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 12 reviews

The indian kitchen

Reviewed By brenyeo - Singapore

We had the butter chicken and garlic naan, which turned out to be totally non-spicy and sweet. It wasn't bad, it just wasn't spicy. After a couple of minutes into our meal, the staff asked how was the food and we told him that the food was alright, though we expected it to be a little spicier. He then said we should have informed him during our order. I was a little piffed as I thought shouldn't THEY have asked if we like it spicy, etc?
There was also a handwritten sign pasted on their wall "Please do not request for free of cost items" which left myself, and a couple of guests confused. The staff explained to not ask for free onions or water. Was a tad bit put off by it.

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