Italian Inspiration,
Local Connection
A taste of Italy in Queenstown
Public Italian Kitchen offers a taste of Italy with a Queenstown soul. From aperitivo at the bar to long dinners by the water.
Our Italian inspired menu maintains our commitment to connecting people through food, handcrafted pastas, and Italian classics reimagined with regional ingredients. Relaxed and informal, with flavours of Italy that complement our stunning lakeside setting at Steamer Wharf.
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Location
Ground Floor, Steamer Wharf, Beach Street, Queenstown.
Hours
Monday - Sunday 12pm to late
EAT
ANTIPASTI
16
House-Marinated Mixed Olives
*VEG *DF
16
20
Homemade Bread
Balsamic and Olive Oil *VEG
20
28
Garlic Prawn Bruschetta
Roasted Tomato, Creme-Fraiche
28
28
Beef Carpaccio
Truffle Aioli, Parmesan *DFO
28
27
Whipped Ricotta
Hot Honey, Salted Hazelnuts, Grilled Bread *VEG
27
29
Tuna Crudo
Citrus Aioli, Italian Salsa *DF
29
31
Roast Beef Sirloin Bruschetta
Tomato, Parmesan, Basil, Balsamic Glaze *DFO
31
33.50
Burrata
Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Hot Honey, Balsamic, Grilled Bread *VEG
33.50
Market Price
Fresh New Zealand Oysters
Half Dozen or Dozen
Market Price
Natural, Shallot Vinaigrette and Lemon *DF
Tempura, Soy Sauce and Lemon *DF
PASTA
48
Rigatoni
Veal Milanese, Alla Vodka Sauce, Parmesan
48
44
Fettuccine Carbonara
Bacon, Cracked Black Pepper, Cream, Parmesan
44
42
Fettuccine Funghi
Spinach, Garlic, Mushroom Ricotta *VEG *DFO
42
43.50
Fusilli Ragu
Beef Cheek, Rich Cherry Tomato Sauce, Truffle Bechamel Sauce *DFO
43.50
42.50
Spaghetti Gamberi
White Wine, Garlic, Parsley Pangrattato *DFO
42.50
44
Radiatori
Tomato and Roasted Pepper Pesto, Burrata, Chilli Oil *VEG
44
Market Price
Half Fiordland Crayfish
Add to any Pasta or Main Dish. Subject to Availability
Market Price
SECONDI
57.50
Lamb Rump
Mediterranean Risoni Salad, Gremolata *DF
57.50
65.50
Beef Ribeye Savannah
Italian Salsa, Balsamic Glazed Leafy Greens *DF
65.50
54
Risotto al Pollo
White Wine, Garlic, Parmesan, Crushed Pistachio
54
64.50
Eye Fillet
Truffle Cracked Peppercorn Sauce, Balsamic Leafy Greens *DFO
64.50
54.50
Akaroa Salmon
Witloof, Cherry Tomatoes, Parmesan, Lemon, Olive Oil *DFO
54.50
49
Fried Gnocchi
Butternut Squash, Goats Cheese, Toasted Walnuts, Chilli Oil *VEG
49
CONTORNI
20
Mediterranean Risoni Salad
*DF
20
16.50
Shoestring Fries
Aioli *DF
16.50
16.50
Seasonal Vegetables
*DFO
16.50
16
Agria Potatoes
Italian Herbs *DF
16
16.50
Side Salad
Leafy Greens *DF
16.50
20
Cheesy Garlic Bread
20
Dietary Requirements
DF – Dairy Free | VEG – Vegetarian | DFO Dairy Free Option
DRINK
COCKTAILS
Gardens Spritz
St Germain Elderflower, Mint, Lemon, Prosecco topped with Soda.
Pineapple Express
Havana White Rum, Malibu, Pineapple, Mango
Trapple
Absolute Vodka, Aperol, Pineapple, Lime, Passionfruit
Cherry Me
Makers Mark, Martini Rosso, Bitters, Cherry Syrup
Paradise Lake
Vodka, Lychee Liquor, Apple Juice, Lime
South Island
Beefeater Gin, Lemon, Lime, Peach and Mint
Monte Rosa
Limoncello, Strawberry, Mint, Prosecco topped with Soda
Laquila
Olmeca Tequila, Limoncello, Lime, Lemon, Sugar
Sole Di Mango
Captain Morgan Spice Rum, Mango, Orange, Lime
WINE
Sauvignon Blanc
Festival Block | Gibbston Valley | Dog Point | Letter Series "B"
Chardonnay
Letter Series "O" | Church Road McDonald Series | Odyssey Reserve Iliad | Chard Farm 'Closeburn' | Kauaroa Bay
Pinot Gris
Gibbston Valley | Church Road Gwen | Ruru | Giunta
Riesling
Camshorn | Mondillo
Pinot Noir
Terra Alta | Mondillo | Chard Farm 'River Run' | Felton Road 'Bannockburn'
Other Reds
Craggy Range Te Kahu Merlot Cabernet | Festival Block Merlot | Kauaroa Bay Merlot Cabernet Franc
Shiraz & Syrah
Church Road McDonald Series Syrah | RockBare | St Hugo Cabernet Shiraz
Rose
Triple Bank | Mondillo | Mediteo Rosa
BEER
Corona | Peroni | Steinlager | Speights Gold Medal Ale
Hazy Pale Ale
Public’s Hazy Pale Ale
Pilsner
Altitude 'Zen Shiro' | Altitude Powder Day
Ginger Bear
Crimson Badger
Stout
Cassels and Sons Milk Stout
Low in Alcohol
Canyon Tussock Basher 2,5%
0%
Heineken
Cider
Mac's Cloudy Apple Cider | Peach Bomb