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
PUBLIC COCKTAILS
Pineapple Express
Havana White Rum, Malibu, Pineapple, Mango, Lime
Basilico
Limoncello, Basil, Olive Oil, Lemon, Egg
Trapple
Absolut Vodka, Aperol, Pineapple, Lime, Passionfruit
Cherry Me
Makers Mark, Martini Rosso, Bitters, Cherry Syrup
Paradise Lake
Absolut Vodka, Lychee Liquor, Apple Juice, Lime
South Island
Beefeater Gin, Lemon, Lime, Peach and Mint
Peach Please
Altos Tequila, Peach, Lime, Agave, Spicy Rum
Giardino
Beefeater Gin, Maraschino, Cucumber, Prosecco
LOCAL COCKTAILS
“The Reid” Lady of the Lake
Cardrona Reid Vodka, Chambord, Berry, Lemon
“The Source” Rosemary Gimlet
Cardrona The Source Gin, Lime, Rosemary
WINE
Bubbles
Nua Prosecco | Marlborough Munn | Mumm Grand Cordon
Sauvignon Blanc
The Grayling | Letter Series "B" | Dog Point
Chardonnay
Letter Series "O" | Church Road McDonald Series | Odyssey "Reserve Iliad" | Kauaroa Bay
Pinot Gris
Saddleback | Ruru | Church Road Gwen
Pinot Grigio & Italian Whites
Sensi Pinot Grigio | Nicosia Grillo | Monopolio Soave
Riesling
Camshorn | Mondillo
Rosé
Triple Bank | Mediteo Rosa | Domain Thomson Aspiring
Pinot Noir
Terra Alta | Mondillo | Domain Thomson Aspiring | Felton Road 'Bannockburn'
Montepulciano
Umani Podere
Primitivo
Boccantino Da Uve Leggermente Appassite
Chianti
Confini Chianti | Astrale Chianti
Merlot & Blends
Tatachilla Merlot | Craggy Range Te Kahu Merlot Cabernet | Kauaroa Bay Merlot Cabernet Franc
Syrah
Church Road McDonald Series | Church Road Tom
Shiraz & Blends
Rockbare Syrah | St Hugo Cabernet Shiraz
Dessert Wines
Mondillo Nina | Taylors Port
BEER
On Tap
Public’s Hazy Pale Ale | Alpine Lager – Alpine Ale Works
Lager & Ale
Peroni | Speights Gold Medal Ale | Corona | Steinlager | Canyon Gold Lager
Pilsner
Altitude Powder Day Pilsner
Ginger Beer
Crimson Badger Ginger Bear
Stout
Cassels and Sons Milk Stout
Low in Alcohol
Canyon Tussock Basher 2.5%
0%
Peroni 0%
Cider
Mac's Cloudy Apple Cider