Review Mackenzies Cafe Bar Grill - Lake Tekapo

One of the more popular restaurant at Lake Tekapo. Their hot stone steak is quite popular but it’s more for the experience rather than quality of the meat. We ordered 2 ribeye steaks and they were both overdone from what was stated. Lamb rack was good though. The mash potato went very well with the lamb. Can drop by you’re in the area. Plenty of parking nearby.

Great steak on hot stone! Fresh and tasty 👌 I was there with a group of my Polish friends And all of them have positive opinion on Mackenzies. I hope to visit it once again. Thanks!

Our server was very nice. Polite and welcoming. Food was also good and the burger made me cry - I was happy to have eaten something so nice. The tomato soup was also lovely. Nice and tangy, it's no canned stuff ya. The fish and chips were normal, nothing stood out. The cook-your-own steak. Now. This is gorgeous. Can't blame anyone if the meat is tough! But bet you won't be able to mess it up. The meat itself was great! Super hot stone topped with salt all over and the meat will be placed on top. Sizzle but better! Had a good view of the Lake too should you sit close to the windows. We were to hungry to bother about table placements 😅

I had dinner twice here, the staff was was friendly, always checking if you need anything and the food was very good too. I had their rib eye steak the first time the steak was not medium cooked but the taste of the whole dish was very good so I decided to have it one more time. The second time the steak was cooked to medium. Pairing it with an Alpha Domus wine which made it perfect and why not add a garlic bread as well.

Excellent food. Ordered the catch of the day, grass fed lamb and high-country stone. The service received was awesome and our friendly waiter Waris really added to the excellent experience and took excellent photos and videos for us in the restaurant. Will recommend to anyone passing by the area to try the food!

Absolutely fabulous meal. We went for the Challenge, which is the rump and eye fillet that you cook yourself on a stone grill. It was exquisite; so tender and full of flavour. Desserts were also amazing, though I would have preferred no nuts in the strudel but that’s on me, not them. The sticky date pudding was also delicious. Service was spot on and the staff very welcoming and friendly.

We enjoyed "The challenger" sizzling plate which had 2 cuts of beef steak. It was the perfect portion for us and we enjoyed cooking it ourselves. The veggies and mash were both pretty cold, with the mash being quite lumpy. We were primarily there for the steak though so weren't too dissatisfied. Service was good but dropped off once we had our food. We were able to walk in and get a table sounds 6pm but it did get quite busy.

Amazing service from staff, food tastes incredible, good variety of food and drinks on the menu. Would definitely drive to tekapo just for the Creme Brulee 👌🙂

My recent visit to this culinary gem left me in awe of their exceptional offering, and I simply had to share my excitement. The stone-grilled steak was a revelation. The quality of the meat was impeccable. Each bite was a burst of rich, beefy flavor that left me craving more. The service was impeccable, with attentive waitstaff ensuring that my glass was never empty and that I had everything I needed to fully savor this exquisite meal. This is a place I'll be returning to again and again.

This restaurant truly impressed me! Their coffee is absolutely delightful, with a rich and aromatic flavor that is simply enchanting. The appetizers are equally exceptional, each dish leaving a lasting impression. As for the steak, it's nothing short of amazing - cooked to perfection, tender, and bursting with flavor. The entire dining experience left me thoroughly satisfied, and I'll definitely be making this restaurant a regular spot to visit! One last thing, the service is great tooooooooooooooo.

Lovely meal, I’d go out on a limb and say it was the best salmon I’ve ever had! So deliciously melt-in-the-mouth, and serving it on the ratatouille was a nice touch. My husband had stone grill beef and chicken and loved his as well. Very happy, very impressed, if we weren’t going back to Australia tomorrow we’d dine here again. Highly recommend.

An awesome stone grill dining experience. We ordered stone grill option and porkbelly. Both meals were delicious good portions. Prices are great too compared to some other restaurants around. Good selection of craft beers and cocktails. Staff was very friendly and service was great. Only feedback would be table not having too close as when people grill the food smoke often goes to others table which could be a nuisance for others around but otherwise fantastic experience and will be back for sure.

I understand that they were busy during the holidays but the staff were intially quite standoffish. They were more welcoming when we were seated and even better when they were starting to close. As for the food, it was a pretty long wait but boy was it worth the wait! Thank God for that, we were starving! The pork belly was so moist, melted in your mouth and all the flavours were on point. My steak was beautifully done and simply hit the spot. Thank you for an overall wonderful experience.

After looking for a nice hot soup around the village and not finding many options, we (group of three friends) came across Mackenzies Cafe Bar that was offering a tomato soup as the Soup of the Day! We all decided to have one, and it was absolutely delicious! What a treat with a nice glass of wine!