Most Popular European food in Marlborough Region, South Island, New Zealand

April 13, 2020 Osvaldo Hartline

Discover Restaurants offering the best European food in Marlborough Region, South Island, New Zealand. The fertile soil and temperate climate of the Wairau River Valley provide the perfect conditions for a wine lover's paradise. Marlborough's thousands of acres of vineyards and dozens of wineries create delectable wines of diverse varietals, from full-bodied Pinot Noir to herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc. The countryside boasts unsurpassed beauty, with its majestic mountains, verdant vineyards and the labyrinth of waterways that make up the Marlborough Sounds.
Things to do in Marlborough Region

10. Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen

13 Selmes Road, Blenheim 7273 New Zealand European, Wine Bar, New Zealand, International Lunch, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Wifi [email protected] +64 3-570 5280 http://www.saintclair.co.nz/cellar_door/
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4 based on 219 reviews

Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen

Come and visit Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen to relax, sit back and enjoy the Saint Clair experience. The newly renovated establishment is situated within a unique vineyard setting with views extending past the vines towards the ever changing

Reviewed By Kayesey

When in Blenheim we always stop off at the St Clair Wineries. Always great service, the guy we had serving us with wine tastings was very knowledgeable and the wine of course is excellent.Thanks for visiting - we love it when you are in Blenheim and call in to see us! We really appreciate you taking the time to provide such wonderful feedback. See you on your next visit.

9. Scotch Wine Bar & Wine Shop

26 Maxwell Road, Blenheim 7201 New Zealand Bar, Wine Bar, New Zealand, European Drinks, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +64 3-579 1176 http://www.scotchbar.co.nz
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4 based on 224 reviews

Scotch Wine Bar & Wine Shop

We are an independent, owner-operated wine bar, restaurant and wine shop located in the middle of Blenheim, Marlborough.

Reviewed By Zurich_H

We visited for dinner and there was a great atmosphere even on a Tuesday evening! We ordered a number of items to share: sourdough and cultured butter, southern fried chicken, triple cooked chips, sweet potato with fig and roasted lamb shoulder and everything was very tasty! Recommended for a nice relaxed evening with tasty food.

8. The Mussel Pot

73 Main Road, Havelock 7100 New Zealand Seafood, European, Soups, New Zealand Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +64 3-574 2824 http://www.themusselpot.co.nz/
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4 based on 661 reviews

The Mussel Pot

Havelock's iconic green lip (green shell) mussel restaurant.Casual and informal.The restaurant specialises in green lip mussels but also has a variety of New Zealand seafood, burgers, pastas, gluten free and vegetarian options all perfectly matched with f

Reviewed By Wowzap

I have to admit to having low expectations: this is a ‘small town place’, many tourists pass through. It’s on the main drag...Let’s be honest, its likely to be high quantity, good value, poor service and mediocre quality. But WOW! Was I wrong, or was I wrong?! This restaurant is exceptional. And I’m not just saying that: I’ve eaten (as you will see if you can be bothered reading my other reviews) in some of the best restaurants in Europe and Australasia. Yup. This was good. Very good. Service was attentive but not too much. Menu was short & sweet. Wine was local and good value.And BOY-OH! Were the fresh, local mussels served fresh and creatively seasoned! You bet!The coconut, coriander, chilli and lime were absolutely the BEST mussels I’ve ever tasted. (And I’ve tasted a few)!Definitely highly recommended. And do book, especially in summertime if you want a romantic and relaxed table in the quaint courtyard area. Yup quintessential NZ at its best. Don’t miss out!

7. Cod & Lobster Brasserie

300 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 7010 New Zealand New Zealand, Seafood, European Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +64 3-546 4300 http://www.codandlobster.com
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4 based on 852 reviews

Cod & Lobster Brasserie

Cod & Lobster Brasserie is a seafood restaurant and cocktail bar located in the heart of Nelson. Enjoy the best seafood from around New Zealand, meticulously mixed cocktails and fresh, regional fare - including beef, lamb and venison. Open for brunch, lun

Reviewed By nicholaswillmott

Excellent food, recommend the lemon sole and the pot au chocolat, be aware that both are very rich. We had their “locals” menu which is their prix fixe where you can get slightly smaller portions on the main, which is okay because portion sizes are generous. For us, service was a little slow but very pleasant, that may just be us still adjusting to a different pace of life,

6. Wairau River Wines Restaurant

11 Rapaura Road, Blenheim 7273 New Zealand European, Wine Bar, New Zealand Lunch, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +64 3-572 9800 http://www.wairauriverwines.com
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4 based on 561 reviews

Wairau River Wines Restaurant

The menu at Wairau River Wines is built around the fresh produce that is readily available in the Marlborough district.Enjoy matching our superb wines at cellar door prices with lunch in a relaxed informal environment either outside on the sun drenched la

Reviewed By Alison P

We ate lunch here twice during our stay as the food was excellent and the service also good. The mussel chowder was delicious and the salmon salad contained a tasty variety of ingredients. Inside you are warmed by a huge fireplace and outside the sun shines on the tables. You are welcome to do a wine tasting which is fun.

5. Highfield TerraVin Cellar door and Vineyard Restaurant

Brookby Rd RD2 Blenheim, Blenheim 7272 New Zealand Italian, Mediterranean, European, Wine Bar Dinner, Lunch, Drinks Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service [email protected] +64 3-572 9244 http://www.facebook.com/HighfieldTerravinVineyardRestaurant/
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4 based on 256 reviews

Highfield TerraVin Cellar door and Vineyard Restaurant

The Highfield TerraVin Vineyard Restaurant serves delicious Mediterranean style food, has breath taking views and with the vibrant Stephanie Armstrong at the helm you will be made to feel so welcome, just like old friends. Stephanie, the owner / operator

Reviewed By Jean O

A delightful place to dine for lunch, a fresh and varied menu, warm greeting and attention to detail.Stephanie and David, the Chef, and staff provide an excepional experience. The food is first class, the views beautiful, in fact a true NZ welcome,

4. Rock Ferry Restaurant

80 Hammerichs Road, Blenheim 7272 New Zealand European, Wine Bar, New Zealand Lunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Free Off-Street Parking, Wine and Beer [email protected] +64 3-579 6431 http://www.facebook.com/rockferrywines/info?tab=overview
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4 based on 699 reviews

Rock Ferry Restaurant

Rock Ferry Restaurant is owned by husband and wife team Tom and Fiona, proud producers of world-class certified organic wines, made right here in New Zealand. Our philosophy is to make real wines which speak of their home; to express the pure distinct fla

Reviewed By beheaded c

We arrived from a wine tasting at Cloudy Bay who recommended the Rock Ferry for lunch. A picture perfect setting surrounded by vineyards set the scene. We received a warm welcome and were soon seated in the dining area. All staff were amazing, friendly and helpful. Starters were the artisan warm bread selection with a bowl of mixed olives which was just right. The Pinot Noir from Otago was perfect with our dishes. Mains of salmon sourced from near Mt Cook was outstanding, set on a bulgar salad with brocoli, spinach and rocket. After such a fabulous mains we had to try the dessert and the poached pear and almond with icecream rounded out our lunch with a coffee. A party next to us was celebrating a birthday and the staff obliged with a cake. The atmosphere was so relaxing and even though the menu options were limited, the quality was high. You will not be disappointed!

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3. Babagatto

7 Morrison St. Morrison Square, Nelson 7010 New Zealand Italian, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Family style [email protected] +64 3-548 0444 http://www.babagatto.nz/
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4 based on 168 reviews

Babagatto

Reviewed By bridgekings

Everything Italian. the decor the owner. The home made cooking & deserts. Great place to enjoy a real tasty, well made Italian meal. Friendly staff who are also the owners. Go there you won't regret it

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2. Hopgoods

284 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 7010 New Zealand European, New Zealand Dinner Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +64 3-545 7191 http://www.hopgoods.co.nz/
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5 based on 1273 reviews

Hopgoods

Good honest local cuisine, served in a casual environment.

Reviewed By Mcmlix1959

As soon as we arrived in Nelson, we asked the hotel for a recommendation, one of which was Hopgood’s. From start to finish, the dishes were nothing short of superb. The service was friendly and attentive.The price for such fine quality is more than fair.

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1. Arbour

36 Godfrey Road Rd2, Blenheim 7272 New Zealand Contemporary, European, New Zealand Dinner Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +64 3-572 7989 http://arbour.co.nz
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5 based on 349 reviews

Arbour

Modern cuisine, an exciting beverage list and warm, friendly service, in the heart of Marlborough's renowned wine growing region. With a focus on seasonal, local produce, Arbour offers an ever changing long or shorter tasting menu. Only two minutes from M

Reviewed By Drurolnz

We had a sensational experience at Arbour last night. The booking process was straight forward and user friendly. We enjoy an early dinner and it suited us to take advantage of the 5.30pm start on a bleak winters night. Liz warmly greeted us on arrival and we began our 4 course Marlborough taste experience. The restaurant is a wonderful space- light, airy and tranquil. Warm and cosy with no sense of crowding. We enjoyed the relaxed friendly environment which you don't always find in these sort of places. All of our waiters were well informed, pleasant and helpful- obviously carefully chosen and trained by management.Other reviewers have described the wonderful flavours and the showcasing of the ingredients from this very special part of New Zealand. The dishes served were imaginative, tasty and delicious. It is a very long time since we have had such wonderful food in this country. We enjoy wine by the glass and there was a very good sampling of quality local wines available-obviously carefully chosen.We have spent a lot of money over the years attending Michelin 3 Star Restaurants in various parts of the world. In our view Arbour achieves as much as most of these places do at a fraction of the cost and in a far more friendly setting. This restaurant is truly sensational and we look forward to further visits. Well done Team Arbour!

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