Food

About Little India OUR STORYLittle India is a family business. Founded by Sukhi Gill in Dunedin in 1991, the family restaurant has grown from humble beginnings to a nationwide business, with over 16 Little India restaurants throughout New Zealand. OUR HISTORYSukhi and Joanna Gill began with a small dairy, and adjoining fish and chip shop, in Ravensbourne just outside Dunedin. When Sukhi’s Read more…

The Nelson Market in Nelson, NZ is an iconic market for gourmet and artisinale food and products. Est. in 1978, open Saturdays 8am-1pm. THE MARKET STORY The Nelson Market is recognised throughout New Zealand and the world, for its fine produce and quality artistry. Every Saturday morning for more than 40 years, Nelson Market owner Nita Knight has welcomed visitors Read more…

Salvito’s Pizza Bar – the home of traditional Italian Pizza! Step back in time to experience traditional Italian home cooked pizza the way our families have for generations. Enjoy the best quality imported and local ingredients, and join us for an unmissable experience of deliciousness. Pasquale Fiatarone was just 26 when he set sail from the Port of Naples in Read more…

The busy café that captures what Nelson is all about; sunshine, fresh food, great coffee, fine wine and people meeting people.   NELSON CAFE BAR Lambretta’s is a licensed Café Bar located at 204 Hardy Street, Nelson. We’re open Monday-Saturday 8am-3pm – Closed Sunday (for now, but not forever!) Whether you want a quick coffee, something sweet, all day breakfast menu, pizzas, lunch or a glass Read more…

Nelson’s only dedicated & original burger joint Proud winners of Best Restaurant & Best Service/Ambience at the 2019 Nelson Hospitality Awards Welcome to Burger Culture, Nelson’s only dedicated burger joint – fresh, handcrafted, independent. Our fundamental goal is to create a destination that delights the senses. Be nostalgic, cast your mind back to when you were a kid; you only ever Read more…

The Vic Mac’s Brewbar Home of Mac’s Beers. Great food, great value. Plus live music, ALL in the heart of Nelson. The Vic Brew Bar celebrates all that is Nelson.  From our vast stocks of Nelson’s original craft beer, Mac’s, to fresh locally produced food, cosy atmosphere and fast friendly service. It’s no wonder The Vic is a staple of Read more…

Rutherford Hotel is one of the best rated hotels in Nelson’s City Centre. We offer full accommodation services at affordable rates. Rutherford Hotel Nelson offers Qualmark 4 star hotel accommodation with a full complement of features designed to help you achieve the most from your stay. The hotel offers a range of superior guest facilities including two restaurants, and is Read more…

The Buxton Nelson’s Newest Bar and Restaurant The Buxton is a bar and restaurant located in the heart of Nelson City in a beautiful Art Deco building, where delicious food, drinks and good company all come together. You can socialise in the large stylish interior or relax outdoors in our sunny courtyard. The Buxton offers a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere Read more…

Situated on the banks of the Maitai River, at the heart of city centre of beautiful Nelson. You can sit back and relax, away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy our terrace in the sun, or find a cosy chair inside. We specialise in delicious, seasonally inspired food, craft beers, wines from around New Zealand, and locally roasted coffee. Read more…

Sals Nelson is located in the iconic Ford’s building at the top of Trafalgar Street, a stones throw away from the Cathedral Steps. Original wooden floors and Sal’s signature brick wall, this store will transport you to New York City. Relax with a slice and beer outside in the sun on our outdoor tables, or grab a booth inside with Read more…