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Reviewed 1 week ago

Coffee was great but overpriced. Not enough muffin selection. But great location would have clinched it if not for the rude abrupt woman with short blonde hair behind the counter who was just unnecessarily unhelpful and clearly had better places to be. Yes they are...in demand as a good break from the Frankton biking track but other coffee places further on which may have had better service. I just say other staff were nice but the woman behind the till should move out of the service industry in my view.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Gorgeous view of the lake with a delicious breakfast. Coffee was great. I had the chorizo smash which was one of the best breakfasts I have ever had. I would recommend booking if you want to sit outside and get the best view which makes...this place so special.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

What has happened to the boatshed??? Visited the boatshed few days ago to my Surprise it was a shambles an hour wait on two dishes then when received it was terrible. I think there is a new team in the boatshed and you can definitely...tell, left the boatshed unsatisfied and disappointed, *DOWNHILL*More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 1 October 2023 via mobile

Went for breakfast with kids, was very busy but got a seat inside thankfully as it was cold! Food options were ok but very expensive my wife had the porridge which was very good, the kids meals weren’t very kids friendly. The service from the...wait staff was exceptional!More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 12 September 2023 via mobile

Amazing food that I enjoyed and the price is somewhat affordable. Love the place as it is cozy and warm. Will come back for sure.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 27 August 2023

The worst dining experience we've had in Queenstown. Easily the worst espresso I've had in 4 weeks here. Easily the worst service we've had in 4 weeks here. No lactose-free or low-fat milk options. The bottom of the menu states that they do not allow...any alterations to the dishes on the menu. What sort of place has that attitude? I can't eat eggs, so regularly order breakfast dishes without eggs and am happy to pay the full price and have never had issues with this request until here. I ordered crispy potatoes which were listed among the main dishes and not in the "add ons" section, but the waitress rudely said I couldn't order it because it's "like a side dish or add on". When I questioned further, she changed the reason to "we don't have enough add ons for you to order them", which was a lie because she had just asked my wife if she wanted add ons to her order! My wife finished her tiny "large" cappucino, I left most of my espresso and we paid & left. The waitress was terribly rude and the establishment clearly don't care about their customers. Go to one of the many other fantastic breakfast cafes instead that make great coffess and treat their customers with respect.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 19 August 2023 via mobile

Saturday morning breakfast was fantastic! A “hole in the wall” that has been discovered. Cozy spot with creative and delicious food. Chorizo scramble was epic! Staff were friendly and fast. Great all around

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 7 July 2023 via mobile

Dined twice during my Queenstown break and both visits exemplary on every measure. It’s a perfect package of attentive staff, authentic location/style/ambience, competent creative kitchen. Recommend the mushrooms on sourdough.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 13 June 2023 via mobile

What a wonderful meal to start our day!! Three menu items & all unique flavors and so very good. Our only disappointment was that we found this the last day of our stay.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 25 April 2023

What a gem I found in Queenstown. This small place is somewhat fantastic and just great. They have it all, great indoor & outdoor seating, a lake view, a wide range of menus, friendly professional service, tasty food and generous portion size, and fabulous coffee....My niece and I loved it so much, we visited the very next day, and I had exactly the same menu again, Chorizo Scramble.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 20 March 2023 via mobile

Nice servers, delicious food, beautiful plating, lovely atmosphere. Great seasoning on all the dishes.Will definitely be coming back. 🤝

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 17 March 2023

The cafe is really quite good, but the parking situation is a disaster - monitored by CCTV, almost always empty and will cost you $40 with a fine from QLDC.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 14 March 2023

We re visited The Boat Shed in February while visiting Family in Queenstown, the last time we went to The Boat Shed was prior to the Lockdowns, the service was always good and the staff friendly. This year was different, the food was good and...again good location, the problem was a couple of staff members had what can only be described as attitude, especially one member, it was obvious she really didn't want to be there, everything seemed to be too much trouble, personality and communication was Zero, this time food wasn't cheap so you would expect the service with a smile, maybe re visit when next in Queenstown in 2024, hopefully new staff.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 10 March 2023 via mobile

This place was recommended by the staff at Nanny Goat winery - great recommendation. Arrived Friday morning about 10am and it was packed. Managed to get a spot on a share table in a side room. Menu has good choices but not huge. Given how...bysy it was and shortage of staff across NZ, we were served promptly. Food was delicious, coffee good. Well worth it.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 25 February 2023 via mobile

Excellent breakfast menu and very tasty food. Unfortunately inadequate signage for parking around the cafe meant I received a fine from the council. Would be a 5/5 if it weren’t for the parking situation.

Date of visit: January 2023
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THE BOAT SHED CAFE AND BISTRO, Frankton - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews

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The Boat Shed Cafe and Bistro is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4