A pioneering landmark from the 1860s,
Gantleys was built as a wayside inn for
Central Otago gold miners. Its charming
stone building, two acres of landscaped gardens
and mountain scenery make it a special place
worth visiting. Originally it was known as the
Sportsmans Arms and its first owner was Patrick
Gantley, Queenstown’s fi rst policeman. When he
passed away his niece took over the tavern and
renamed it Gantleys.
Current owners, Sommelier, Brent Rands, and
Head Chef, Jared Aldridge, pride themselves on
Gantleys’ international reputation as one of New
Zealand’s premium restaurants and their award winning
wine list.
Brent says, “Our style of management is to
train and empower our staff to provide the best
possible dining experience for our customers.
This means knowledgeable, friendly and
unobtrusive service.”
Gantleys offers contemporary New Zealand
cuisine using fresh, regional produce and has
New Zealand’s most Awarded Wine list. They
have won an Award of Excellence from New
York magazine Wine Spectator every year since
1996, and the highest award of 5 Decanters (5
stars) - one of only 12 restaurants nationwide - in
the New Zealand Wine List of the Year Awards
for two years running. Brent, who is passionate about wine, was
a semi-finalist in the national Sommelier of
the Year competition. He says, “The art of the
sommelier is to recommend the perfect wine to
suit the menu choices and palate of the customer.
Enjoy a culinary and sensory journey at
Gantleys and try their popular Degustation
Menu, an amazing 6 courses, each one carefully
matched to wine to get the most out of the
exciting flavours in your mouth. The ambiance at Gantleys is sophisticated
and elegant. Gantleys creates a romantic
setting with white linen, crystal stemware and
candlelight. The furnishings reflect the goldrush
days, but with a contemporary feel of the fabrics
and wrought iron work. The exposed stone
interior and exterior walls, soft lighting, a huge
fireplace in the dining room and attractive bar
area enhance this cosy environment. The wine
library tucked away beside the bar is complete
with a crystal chandelier, comfortable leather
armchairs, and antique oriental rug is an ideal
place to sample port and cheese after dinner.
Gantleys can cater to private dining and
functions for up to 100 guests. They can also
set the stage for a beautiful, intimate garden
ceremony for a summer outdoor wedding.
Come to Gantleys and cherish a piece of
Queenstown’s past with a truly memorable
dining experience.

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