At the Black Dog, good food and great drinks are all part of the experience. Our menus showcase quality, locally sourced produce with a distinctly New Zealand influence, served in a relaxed bar setting in the heart of Te Anau. Enjoy an evening meal, something from our snack menu or a cocktail at the bar, alongside a hand-picked selection of New Zealand wines, local New Zealand craft beers, and an extensive whisky selection. We’re proud to have been recognised in the 2026 Cuisine Good Food Guide, reflecting our focus on quality food and a great dining experience.
Southland’s Famous Cheese Rolls (Southern Sushi) ~ $12 3 Rolls of our house recipe cheese roll mix spread on sandwich bread, rolled and toasted
Warm Bread Loaf (v)~ $17 Fresh house made Focaccia Bread, served toasted with an array of ever changing house made dips
Shoestring Fries, Truffle or Parmesan, House Aioli, Tomato Sauce (gf, dfo) ~ $15
Medley of Olives ~ $14
Hot Honey Baked Brie, Toasted Seeds, Crackers (gfo, v) ~$25
Charcuterie Board (gfo) ~ $45 A selection of fine Cheeses and cured Meats pared with seasonal offerings
Sweet Treats
Cheesecake (gf) ~ $12 Ask one of the friendly team for today’s delicious flavour
Chocolate Cake / Carrot Cake ~ $9 Served warm with Cream
Churros (dfo) ~ $17 Served with Chocolate and Caramel Sauce
Open daily from 4.30pm–8.00pm, our restaurant showcases high-quality produce, with a focus on locally sourced ingredients.
Our menu is New Zealand-inspired with a little flair, served in a relaxed bar setting in the heart of Te Anau.
We’re also proud to have been included in the 2026 Cuisine Good Food Guide, recognising Black Dog among New Zealand’s dining destinations worth seeking out.
An extensive Management Cellar is also available please see our Wine List when you visit. Any of our wines can be purchased to take home by the bottle.
Fiordland Sauvignon Blanc 2024 ~ $14 glass / $65 bottle Marlborough – A classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc produced especially for the Black Dog Bar by the Peregrine Winery. Tropical fruits dominated with ripe peach, passionfruit, elderflower and a vibrant & fresh pineapple finish.
Luna Sauvignon Blanc 2023 ~ $16 glass / $75 bottle Marlborough – Classic Savvy exuberance, passionfruit, peaches and some cooler green notes. A whip crack of mouth watering acidity is matched by a fully flavoured and soft textured mouthful.
Wild Earth – Chardonnay 2023 ~ $15 glass / $70 bottle This concentrated, bright and citrus-laden Chardonnay showcases the advantages of growing grapes at elevation in a warmer season. There is a delicious combination of fresh citrus, orange zest and apple on the nose, while the palate has incredible fruit purity and exquisite freshness. Each layer comes together in wonderful harmony delivering a very balanced and delicious wine.
Matt Connell Chardonnay 2023~ $18 glass / $85 bottle Lownburn – Golden peach, lemon pith and hints of vanilla frame a rich, textured palate. Concentrated and opulent yet finely balanced by refreshing acidity, this single-vineyard Chardonnay offers impressive weight and a lingering, savoury finish.
Wet Jacket – Pinot Gris 2024 ~ $15 glass / $70 bottle Central Otago – Aromatic with orange blossom, white nectarine and apricot. Rich and velvety with ripe pineapple, white peach, mandarin and lemon custard. Well balanced with fresh acidity and good weight. Finely textured with a long mineral finish.
Falls Dam Pinot Gris 2024 ~ $17 glass / $80 bottle Central Otago – Expressions of limes, crunchy apples, white peach, lychee, and wildflower aromatics, leading to a flint minerality. Finishes with a deeply rich textured palate, loads of elegance and poise.
Misha’s Limelight Riesling 2023 ~ $15 glass / $70 bottle Central Otago – This medium-dry style entices with aromas of rose petals and orange zest and has a lively palate of citrus fruits with a touch of ginger. Smooth and polished, it leaves a lasting impression.
Wild Earth – Pinot Noir Rose 2023 ~ $16 glass / $75 bottle Central Otago – A vivid pink hue that hints at the great energy and fresh aromas that will unfold in the glass. Intensely fragrant, the floral notes and bright red fruit followed by a crisp finish sing beautifully of Central Otago Rosé. Enticing aromas of strawberry, cherry, cranberry and red apple are carried long on the palate by the fresh acidity.
An extensive Management Cellar is also available please see our Wine List when you visit. Any of our wines can be purchased to take home by the bottle.
Fiordland – Pinot Noir 2023 ~ $15 glass / $68 bottle Central Otago – The local favourite! Produced especially for the Black Dog Bar by Peregrine Winery. This Pinot is bursting with floral aromas and red cherries. Rich and juicy with delicious raspberry, hints of wild strawberry and spice flavours.
Domaine Thompson – Explorer Pinot Noir – Central Otago 2023 ~ $17 glass / $78 bottle Central Otago – Wonderfully ripe and beautifully lifted, the bouquet shows fresh dried herb, spicy black and redcurrant aromatics lead way to a focused elegant driven palate. There is plenty of fruit weight enclosed in a textural strong driven palate. This wine gives good strength, freshness and poise.
MacArthur’s Ridge Southern Tor – Central Otago 2024 ~ $21 glass / $82 bottle Central Otago – Ruby red in colour, this wine has a bouquet of savoury red berry fruit, black cherry and vanilla that combine with aromas of black forest berries, cloves and dark violets, finishing with soft stony notes. Dry on the palate with a core of fruit, savoury tannins give it a great texture. The oak influence is obvious with baking spices, brown sugar and smokiness.
Elderton – Barossa Shiraz 2022 ~ $16 glass / $78 bottle Barossa – Vibrant red fruits and gamey depth with a touch of spicy cloves leading to a seamless finish. Juicy long tannins laced with vibrant red berry sweetness and oak spice.
Pegasus Bay, Merlot Cabernet – Waipara Valley 2020 ~ $17 glass / $80 bottle On release it has a deep crimson tint. A sensuous amalgam of dark fruit, wood smoke and spice rise temptingly from the glass. Impressions of bramble, cherry and plum first on attack, followed by a flotilla of roasted red pepper, aniseed, tobacco leaf, leather, and mint. The mouthfeel is impressively concentrated, with confident tannins and radiant acidity weaving across a wide, succulent palate. Brawny and classically structured, the voyage ends with a sustained and spice laden finish. While ready to drink now, this wine will reward careful cellaring for many years to come.
Valli – Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2022 ~ $27 glass / $130 bottle Bright garnet hue with a lifted fragrance that mingles dried florals, fresh mint, wild thyme, Otago cherry, mulberry, and new leather. The flavours complement the aromas with forest fruits, lush florals and an intriguing flinty note.
Veuve Du Vernay – Ice 200ml ~ $16 France – Fruity, floral and fresh with citrus notes. A young mellow wine with a generous foam, fine and numerous bubbles.
Maude – Methode Traditionnelle NV ~ $17 / $80 Central Otago – This Methode is delicate rose gold in colour with rich and complex aromas – Layers of lemon blossom, brioche & biscuit with hints of almond nuttiness. Elegant and finely structured.
