Eichardt’s Bar carries Queenstown’s early story inside a polished lakefront room. The site began with William Rees’s woolshed before the gold rush transformed the settlement, and the bar traces its hospitality life to 1871. That history is expressed through exposed brick, elegant furnishings and deep sofas gathered near the fireplace rather than treated as a museum display. The result is intimate and quietly theatrical: a place where the town’s nineteenth-century beginnings remain visible within a contemporary bar designed for lingering over food and drink.

Service runs from late morning into the evening, and the no-reservations approach gives the room a useful spontaneity. Walk-ins can stop for a drink, assemble a light shared meal or settle beside the fire for a longer visit without committing to a formal restaurant sitting. Hotel guests share the space with Queenstown locals and day visitors, which keeps the atmosphere connected to the town outside. In winter the hearth becomes a natural centre; at other times, the Marine Parade position places the bar close to the lakefront activity.

The food is shaped for sharing and draws its identity from the surrounding region. Local meat and handpicked vegetables underpin the kitchen’s approach, while representative plates such as Te Mana lamb cutlets, pork cheek croquettes and a brisket steamed bun give the tapas format real substance. Eichardt’s seafood chowder has an especially long association with the venue, bringing South Island seafood into a warming bowl suited to the fireside setting. A few plates can accompany cocktails, or a broader spread can comfortably become the whole meal.

Cocktails are treated as craft rather than an accessory. The bar team infuses spirits and prepares garnishes in house, building original drinks alongside traditional mixed classics. Central Otago wine country supplies a natural regional thread, while the broader list allows food to be paired with wine as readily as with a cocktail. That combination of careful drinks, compact shared food and historic surroundings makes Eichardt’s work particularly well for a slow afternoon, an early evening aperitif or an unhurried night in central Queenstown.

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Eichardt's Bar Menu Menu updated on 27 Oct 2026

Food

OYSTERS

$50 / $99

Natural, Red Wine Mignonette

MARINATED OLIVES

$36

FOCACCIA

$14

Roast Garlic & Honey Butter

CROQUETTES

$19

Pancetta & Manchego, Parsley Mayonnaise

CRAYFISH TOAST

$32

Saffron Aioli, Black Garlic, Celery

TARTIFLETTE

$28

Reblochon Cheese, Pancetta, Potato, Onion Jam

BIG GLORY BAY SALMON

$29

Cured Salmon, Capers, Lemon, Red Onion, Crème Fraîche, Crostini

EICHARDT’S CLAM CHOWDER

$36

Smoked Fish, Pancetta, Old Bay Spice, Warm Baguette

FRIES

$16

Olive Salt, Parsley, Confit Garlic Aioli

CHARCUTERIE PLATE

$36

Prosciutto, Pork Rilette, Brie, Cornichons, Quince, Baguette

CHEESE BOARD

$36

Brie, Blue & Cheddar, Honeycomb, Quince, Crackers, Relish

CHEESEBURGER

$36

Milk Bun, Caramelized Onion, Gold Cheshire Cheese, Pickles, Fries

CHEESE FONDUE

$95

Crusty Baguette, Pickles, Potatoes

Wine by the Glass – Whites

Vavasour Papa, Barrel Aged Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ

$18

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ

$24

Te Kairanga John Martin Chardonnay, Martinborough, NZ

$21

Chard Farm ‘Sur Lie’ Pinot Gris, Gibbston, NZ

$18

Mt Difficulty Dry Riesling, Bannockburn, NZ

$23

Wine by the Glass – Champagne & Sparkling

Veuve Clicquot Brut, Reims, FR

$30

Ruggeri ‘Argeo’ Brut Prosecco, Veneto, IT

$16

Maude Methode Traditionnelle, Wanaka, NZ

$22

Cloudy Bay Pelorus Rosé, Marlborough, NZ

$26

Wine by the Glass – Rosé

Mt Difficulty Pinot Noir Rosé, Bannockburn, NZ

$18

Wine by the Glass – Reds

Vavasour PAPA Pinot Noir, Martinborough, NZ

$19

Mt Difficulty Pinot Noir, Bannockburn, NZ

$26

Mt Difficulty Ghost Town Pinot Noir, Bendigo, NZ

$29

Mt Difficulty Ghost town Syrah, Bendigo, NZ

$21

Wirra Wirra Woodhenge Shiraz, Mclarent Vale, AU

$32

Château Maucoil CDR, Mclarent Vale, AU

$21

Pre-Cocktail & Birth of Cocktails Rome-1800s

OLD FASHIONED

$25

Late 1800s USA – Born from the “whiskey cocktail” request: whiskey, sugar, bitters, and water. A silky, spirit-forward classic with fragrant orange. Bourbon, Angostura Bitters, Orange Bitters, Demerara Sugar, Flamed Peel

RUM BANANA FLIP

$21

Late 1600s England – Once made with hot pokers, rum, and beer, now a rich, egg-yolked classic with spice and depth. Dark Rum, Banana, Yolk, Nutmeg, Frangelico

WHISKY SOUR

$24

1860s USA – First recorded in print in 1862. A bright, balanced blend of spirit, citrus, and sweetness that became the blueprint for sours worldwide. Bourbon, Fresh Lemon, Simple Syrup, Egg White, Angostura Bitter

MANHATTAN

$25

1800s New York – Said to come from Churchill’s mother’s soirées, or Broadway’s Mr Black. Spirituous, spiced, and suavely bittersweet. Bourbon, Antica Formula Vermouth, Angostura Bitters, Luxardo Cherry & Orange Peel

MARTINI

$25

Late 1800s USA – First recorded in 1888, evolving from the sweeter Martinez into a drier, crisper drink. Over time, the balance shifted toward London Dry Gin and dry vermouth, creating the clean, minimalist icon of modern mixology. Gin or Vodka, Dry Vermouth, & your preference of preparation

Golden Age Classics & Prohibition Era

PISCO SOUR

$24

1920s Lima – Popularized in Peruvian newspapers, with Chile still claiming ownership of both spirit and cocktail. Silky, meringue-like body with a refreshing sour punch. Barsol Pisco, Fresh Lime, Simple Syrup, Angostura, Egg White

AVIATION

$23

Early 1900s USA – Inspired by the era’s love of flight, said to mirror a twilight sky. Bright, floral, and crisp with a soft violet sweetness. London Dry Gin, Luxardo Maraschino, Crème de Violette, Lemon, Luxardo Cherry

HANKY PANKY

$24

1903 London – Created by Ada “Coley” Coleman for actor Charles Hawtrey, who declared it “the real hanky-panky!”. Bold, complex, with menthol and bitter chocolate notes. London Dry Gin, Antica Formula Vermouth, Fernet Branca, Orange

NEGRONI

$25

1919 Florence – Created for Count Camilo Negroni, who requested a stronger Americano. Citrus-bitter aroma with a boozy bite and herbal sweetness. Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Campari

MARGARITA

$28

1920s Mexico/California Border – Born from the “Daisy,” a borderlands creation blending two heritages. Bright, invigorating, with balanced blue agave and lime tartness. Patrón Silver Tequila, Cointreau, Fresh Lime

BLOODY MARY– EICHARDT’S STYLE

$23

1920 Paris – Designed for American expats and Russian refugees, later perfected at the St. Regis in New York. Bright tomato and citrus cut through savory spice and umami depth. Vodka, Grahams 10yr Tawny Port, Tomato, Fresh Lemon, Worcestershire Sauce, Horseradish, Olives, Balsamic Glaze, Peppercorn & Kaitaia to taste

JUNGLE BIRD

$25

1973 Malaysia– A sweet, zesty, and tropical treat, balancing fruity sweetness with bitter citrus. Dark Rum, Campari, Pineapple Juice, Lime

SIDECAR

$24

1920s Paris – Born at the height of post-war elegance, likely at Buck’s Club or Ritz Paris.A refined sour built on Cognac, it delivers sharp citrus, subtle sweetness, and timeless sophistication. Cognac, Cointreau, Fresh Lemon, Brown Sugar Rim

BRANDY ALEXANDER

$23

1922 England – Said to have been refined for Princess Mary’s wedding, swapping gin for brandy. Creamy, velvety, sweet and chocolaty with cocoa and spice. Cognac, White Crème de Cacao, Brown Crème de Cacao, Cream, Grated Dark Chocolate & Nutmeg

MAI TAI

$23

1944 California – Created by Trader Vic as a showcase for aged rum. Tropical yet spirit-forward, with nutty orgeat richness, bright citrus, and bold character that defined the tiki movement. Pineapple Rum, Spiced Rum, Cointreau, Orgeat, Fresh Lime & Mint

PALOMA

$26

1950s Mexico – A bright and refreshing classic, combining tart grapefruit and lime with light sweetness and effervescence. Blanco Tequila, Pink Grapefruit, Agave Syrup, Fresh Lime, Soda

COSMOPOLITAN

$23

1980s New York – A chic, fruity cocktail that brought cranberry and citrus to Manhattan nightlife. Tart, sweet, and perfectly balanced. Vodka, Cointreau, Cranberry, Fresh Lime

BOULEVARDIER

$26

1920s Paris – Born at Harry’s New York Bar and named for American ex-pats like, who dubbed themselves “Boulevardiers” in reference to their crawling the boulevards of Paris. A whiskey-backed Negroni, rich, bittersweet, and warming. Whiskey, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, Lemon Peel

Contemporary Classics & Eichardt’s Interpretations

MACLEOD’S HEARTH- House Craft

$25

Celebrating the link between the inhabitants of the Isle of Skye and Eichardt’s. Toasty, fruity, and chocolate notes, finished with a treat. Talisker 10yr, Pineapple, Dark Crème de Cacao, Kraken Spice Rum, Chocolate Bitters, Toasted Marshmallow

APPLE PIE MARTINI- House Craft

$26

A nod to the classic dessert, silky and spiced with a touch of honeyed sweetness. Comfort in a glass, balanced with cream. Vanilla Bean Infused Vodka, Local Honey, Apple Juice, Cinnamon Bark Syrup, Cream Float

1871- House Craft

$26

Named for the completion of our stone building. An Old Fashioned-style drink with toffee, vanilla, dried fruit, and a brioche note. Dark Rum, Champagne Syrup, Angostura, Transatlantic Bitters

BREAKFAST MARTINI

$29

2000s London – Inspired by a bartender’s wife’s morning marmalade ritual. Sunny, citrusy, and a sweet-tart indulgence in a glass. Gin, Cointreau, Lime, Orange Marmalade

EICHARDT’S HIGHBALL MULE – House Craft

$26

A modern twist on the classic mule, bright and spicy with ginger and citrus notes. Refreshing, zesty, and smooth. Tried & True Vodka, Domaine de Canton, Ginger, Lime, Mint, Ginger Beer

FRUITY & FAMOUS- House Craft

$26

Eichardt’s twist on a Naked & Famous. Herbal and smokey with a tropical sweetness. La Travesía, Aperol, Yellow Chartreuse, Lemon, Mango, Passionfruit

VELVET JAFFA- House Craft

$24

Silky and sweet balanced with with bright citrus. Dessert in a glass, creamy, rich flavors blend perfectly. Whiskey, Mascarpone, Crème de Cacao, Cointreau

ESPRESSO MARTINI

$25

1980s London – Created by Dick Bradsell for a top model who wanted a drink to “wake me up and f&*k me up.” Silky, bittersweet, and delightfully moreish. House-infused Vanilla Vodka, Evil Bean Coffee Liqueuer, Espresso, Vanilla Syrup

EDEN’S WHISPER- House Craft

$26

2020s – A vibrant, aromatic cocktail with gin, citrus, and fresh garden notes. Crisp, bright, and herbaceous. Gin, Elderflower Liqeur, Apple, Fresh Lime & Cucumber

BITTER BETRAYAL- House Craft

$28

2020s – Bold and layered, with smoky, bitter, and aromatic flavors. Complex and intriguing in every sip. Cinnamon Smoke, Whisky, Amaro Averna, Crème de Cacao, Angostura Bitters, Bitters

LYCHEE & ROSE PETAL MARTINI – House Craft

$24

2020s – Fragrant and floral, with tropical lychee and subtle citrus balance. Elegant and delicately sweet. Vodka, Lychee Liqueur, Lychee, Lemon, Pink Grapefruit, Rose Petal Water

LOCK STOCK & BARREL- House Craft

$26

2020s – A dessert-style cocktail with layered tropical fruit, spice, and sweetness. Smooth, indulgent, and richly flavored. Rum, Crème d’Abricot, Pineapple, Sweet Spice Shrub, Lemon, Maple Syrup, Angostura, Cherry Bitters, Clove Tincture, Egg White

Cellar Reserve – Bubbles

Ruinart Blanc de Blanc Grand Cru, Reims, FR

$355

Maude Methode Traditionnelle, Wanaka, NZ

$120

Ruggeri Argeo Brut Prosecco, Veneto, IT

$89

Cloudy Bay Pelorus Rose, Marlborough, NZ

$145

Ruggeri Argeo Prosecco Rosé, Veneto, IT

$89

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut, Reims, FR

$179

Krug Grand Cuvee, Reims, FR

$695

Cellar Reserve – Whites

Te Kairanga Estate Pinot Gris, Martinborough, NZ

$99

2025

Chard Farm Sur Lie Pinot Gris, Gibbston, NZ

$79

2024

Domaine Schlumberger Pinot Gris, Sancerre, FR

$138

2020

Martinborough Vineyard Home Block Sauvignon Blanc, Martinborough, NZ

$99

2025

Vavasour PAPA, Barrel Aged Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ

$79

2024

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ

$112

2025

Alphonse Mellott La Moussiere, Marlborough, NZ

$155

2019

Whispering Angel Rosé, Provence, FR

$120

2024

Chateau L’Escarelle Le Pacha Rosé, Provence, FR

$120

2024

Mt Difficulty Pinot Noir Rosé, Bannockburn, NZ

$79

2025

Mt Difficulty Dry Riesling, Bannockburn, NZ

$89

2025

Valli Riesling (Off Dry), Waitaki, NZ

$99

2024

Te Kairanga John Martin Chardonnay, Martinborough, NZ

$105

2023

Chalk Hill Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, USA

$150

2021

Mt Difficulty Ghost Town Chardonnay, Lowburn, NZ

$145

2023

Te Mata Elston Chardonnay, Hawke’s Bay, NZ

$150

2024

The Hermit Crab Viognier, McLarenVale, AU

$99

2024

Pegasus Bay Gewurztraminer, Marlborough, NZ

$105

2019

Akitu Pinot Noir Blanc, Wanaka, NZ

$99

2022

Cellar Reserve – Reds

Vavasour PAPA Pinot Noir, Marlborough, NZ

$79

2022

Mt Difficulty Pinot Noir, Bannockburn, NZ

$120

2024

Mt Difficulty Long Gully Pinot Noir, Bannockburn, NZ

$145

2019

Felton Road Pinot Noir, Bannockburn, NZ

$182

2024

Mt Difficulty Ghost Town Pinot Noir, Bendigo, NZ

$140

2023

Chard Farm Mata Au Pinot Noir, Gibbston, NZ

$119

2022

Domaine Thomson SurveyorPinot Noir, Lowburn, NZ

$145

2022

Martinborough Vineyard Home Block Pinot Noir, Bendigo, NZ

$145

2023

Man O’War Dreadnaught Syrah, Waiheke Island, NZ

$165

2023

Mt Difficulty Ghost Town Syrah, Bendigo, NZ

$155

2023

Wirra Wirra Woodhenge Shiraz, McLaren Vale, AU

$96

2023

Alpha Domus Aviator CS/M, Hawke’sBay, NZ

$215

2020

Langmeil Blacksmith Cab Sav, Barossa, AU

$125

2022

Santa Ana Reserva Malbec, Mendoza, AR

$105

2024

Antinori Peppoli Chianti Classico, Tuscany, IT

$125

2024

Château Maucoil CdR, Gibbston, NZ

$96

2022

E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde, Lowburn, NZ

$389

2022

Chanson Clos de Feves Pinot Noir, Bendigo, NZ

$395

2023

Brewed & Poured – Lager & Pilsner

Canyon ‘Gold’ Lager, Queenstown, NZ

$15

4.0%

Emerson’s Pilsner, Dunedin, NZ

$15

4.9%

Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Vigevano, Italy

$12

Brewed & Poured – Craft Beer

Altitude ‘Mischievous Kea’ – IPA, Queenstown, NZ

$16

5.5%

Canyon ‘Conehead’– Hazy Pale Ale, Queenstown, NZ

$15

5.0%

Brewed & Poured – Low Alcohol

Monteiths Golden ‘Light’, Greymouth, NZ

$13

2.5%

Heineken ‘Zero’, Amsterdam, Netherlands

$10

0.0%

Brewed & Poured – Cider

Canyon ‘Point Pressed’– Cider, Queenstown, NZ

$12

4.5%

Spirit Library – New Zealand Whiskey

Cardrona ‘Otago Pink Cask’, Central Otago, NZ

$45

Thomson ‘Manuka’, Aukland, NZ

$20

Thomson ‘South Island Peat’, Aukland, NZ

$20

Spirit Library – Single Malt Whisky

Aberlour ‘A’Bunadh’ 60%, Speyside, Scotland

$22

Ardberg 10yr, Islay, Scotland

$18

Ardberg ‘Uigeadail’, Speyside, Scotland

$23

Balvenie ‘Double Wood’ 12yr, Speyside, Scotland

$21

The Balvenie ‘Carribean Cask’ 14yr, Speyside, Scotland

$27

Caol Ila 12yr, Islay, Scotland

$18

Glenlivet ‘Founders Reserve’, Speyside, Scotland

$16

Glenmorangie 12yr, Highland, Scotland

$18

Glenmorangie 18yr, Highland, Scotland

$30

Glenmorangie ‘Signet’, Highland, Scotland

$70

Laphroaig 10yr, Islay, Scotland

$18

Macallan 12yr, Highland, Scotland

$23

Macallan 18yr, Highland, Scotland

$75

Oban 14yr, Oban, Scotland

$25

Spirit Library – Blended Whisky

Bushmills 10yr–Single Malt, Bushmills, Ireland

$13

Dingle, Dingle, Ireland

$25

Jameson, Cork, Ireland

$12

Johnny Walker ‘Black Label’, Speyside, Scotland

$14

Johnny Walker ‘Blue Label’, Speyside, Scotland

$45

Red Breast 12yr, Cork, Ireland

$19

Red Breast 15yr, Cork, Ireland

$30

Spirit Library – Northern American Whiskey (30ml)

Buffalo Trace–Bourbon, Kentucky, United States

$14

Jack Daniels–Bourbon, Tennessee, United States

$12

Sazerac–Rye, New Orleans, United States

$30

Makers Mark–Bourbon, Kentucky, United States

$12

Woodford Reserve–Bourbon, Kentucky, United States

$14

Canadian Club, Ontario, Canada

$12

Spirit Library – Japanese Whisky

Mars Iwai ‘Tradition’–Blend, Nagano, Japan

$23

Nikka Miyagikyo–Single Malt, Sendai, Japan

$25

Nikka Yoichi–Single Malt, Sendai, Japan

$21

Spirit Library – Vodka (30ml)

Belvedere, Poland

$15

Grey Goose, France

$15

Ketel One, Netherlands

$15

The Reid, Aotearoa

$12

Tito’s, United States of America

$17

Tried & True, France

$13

Scapegrace, Aotearoa

$13

Spirit Library – Tequila & Mezcal

Herradura Plata, Cordoba, México

$16

Herradura Reposado, Jalisco, México

$18

Ilegal Mezcal, Atotoniko, México

$20

Pátron Silver, Atotoniko, México

$16

Spirit Library – Rum

Appletons Estate ‘Signature Blend’, Dominican Republic

$14

Diplomatico ‘Reserva Exclusiva’, Venezuela

$17

Havana Club ‘Añejo 7yr’, Cuba

$15

Kraken ‘Spiced’, Trinidad & Tobago

$14

Mount Gay XO, Barbados

$15

Plantation ‘3 Stars’, Jamaica/Barbados/Trinidad

$12

Plantation ‘Original Dark’, Jamaica/Barbados/Trinidad

$12

Sailor Jerry ‘Spiced’, Virgin Islands, United States

$12

Spirit Library – Gin

Hayman’s, London, England

$11

Old Tom — 30ml. The original gin style, softer botanicals & a rounder taste

Beefeater, London, England

$12

London Dry

Beefeater 24, London, England

$15

London Dry

Bombay Sapphire, Hampshire, England

$13

London Dry

Tanqueray, Edinburgh, Scotland

$12

London Dry

Tanqueray No. 10, Edinburgh, Scotland

$14

London Dry

Broken Heart ‘Quince’, Queenstown, NZ

$14

Botanical & Craft. Distilled or infused with non-traditional flavour elements

Hayman’s Sloe, London, England

$11

Botanical & Craft. Distilled or infused with non-traditional flavour elements

Monkey 47 Sloe, Lossburg, Germany

$20

Botanical & Craft. Distilled or infused with non-traditional flavour elements

Little Biddy ‘Pink’, Reefton, NZ

$14

Botanical & Craft. Distilled or infused with non-traditional flavour elements

Supergrace ‘Black’, Cromwell, NZ

$16

Botanical & Craft. Distilled or infused with non-traditional flavour elements