Mantra Lake Tekapo, Lake Tekapo, South Island

Dining

From cafes and bakeries to restaurants and pub fare, Lake Tekapo has got it all going on.  Rakinui Restaurant at the nearby Peppers Bluewater Resort offers some excellent dining but if you’re off to the village, but here are some favourite recommendations:

Astro Cafe
Take in the spectacular views while you enjoy a casual lunch with yummy things like pies, quiches, slices, sandwiches and other delicious home-made goodies.
+64 3 680 6007

Doughboys Bakery and Cafe
Escape to the lakefront with a tasty sandwich, a pastry, or pie. Doughboys bakes several different breads, croissants, and 10 different pies. Sandwiches have yummy fillings such as seafood, chicken, or bacon and eggs - and the scones are legendary. In case that's not enough, you can always grab a tempting sit-down breakfast with bacon, eggs and tomato.
+64 3 680 6655

Jade Palace Chinese
In the mood for Chinese? You can’t go past Jade.  All your favourites and then some.
+64 3 680 6828

Kohan Japanese
Exceptional service, reasonable prices and a great place for all the family.
+64 3 680 6688

Lake Tekapo Reflections
On the shores of Lake Tekapo this friendly restaurant specialise in superb New Zealand cuisine. For breakfast lunch and dinner, you will be welcome, warm and cosy in this award-winning restaurant.
+64 3 680 6234

Pepe’s Pizza and Pasta Restaurant and Bar
For relaxed dining and a fun evening out- go as a couple or take along your family and friends.
+64 3 680 6677