Before wellington over cooked. Offered a ribeye and came out blue, thinking chef was taking the piss. In the end they refused us beers as we complained about he meals. Staff was young and seemed to have no customer relations, very disappointing

Got told 'get fukd' by one of the bar staff because he tried to take our glass away and we were still using it. Not ok to speak to any customer luke that

Had such high expectations after a truly wonderful experience at the Speights Alehouse in Wanaka. OK we only booked on the day, so we were only able to book a late sitting. Thought that was a good sign as it meant that they were popular....When we arrived the earlier crowd was leaving and we ended up with only 4 or 5 tables of guests. First sign that things weren’t going well was that they were missing THE key ingredient of the cocktail that we wanted to drink. Staff, while reasonably friendly and attentive, were very young and not very knowledgeable. The second reason for this review was the beef Wellington. Far from medium rare, there was barely a hint of pink. The pastry was inedible and was left on the plate. Very quickly, it seems as if the staff wanted us out. So home we went. My partner paid the bill. It wasn’t until we got home that I realised that someone else’s drink had been out on our bill. I rang straight away to see what could be done about it. The person on the other end of the phone just kept repeating that she would have read out each item when he paid the bill. Endless repetition of that ‘fact’ does NOT absolve your establishment from fixing YOUR problem. Was told that she did not have authority to help me and that her manager would call back the next day. That did not happen. And we left Nelson 2 days later. So very disappointed with what I had such high hopes for. Could have forgiven any one of those things, perhaps not the well done steak, but all of them together left a bad taste in my mouth in more ways than one. The amount of the incorrect charge was not huge but it really was how it was, NOT, dealt with that smart.More

I was a bit sceptical about this place, but it was a rainy day, the road to Havelock was out and I wanted some mussels. They were delicious. A bit more garlic bread would have been appreciated, but the mussels were top quality. I realised...how good when I ordered mussels at another place and they were tough and chewy. These were melt in the mouth delicious. Served quickly and efficiently as well.More

I came to Speight's Alehouse to celebrate my birthday with family because it has become a favourite of mine. Once again they didn't fail to deliver! The staff were so friendly and welcoming, the food was incredible and it was no hassle that we came...in nearer to closing. Their food is the best of its kind in Nelson and in hearty sizes but not overly so. Absolutely amazing. Our waiter was very friendly, helpful and attentive.More

I go there heaps and watch sport and have meal and the food great and the staff are friendly and Nicole awesome so friendly and helpful and welcome .

Flat beer, anemic chips. Guy behind the bar was too busy talking to a colleague to give customers any attention. Wine was nice though, so well done to the supplier.

One of the best steaks i ever had . Perfectly done! Good service and a very nice ambiance. Definitely going to visit again.

Myself and my work colleague came in for lunch after a failed attempt at fishing only to be greeted by a cheerful woman dressed as a garden fairy. The service was lovely, the meals were prompt despite it being a busy day and the food...was to delicious. Great whiskey selection too!!More

When booking for Sunday evening of Labour Weekend the person on the phone said ‘can you come an hour earlier we like to finish early on Sunday’s’ not a good start and we should have known what kind of service was to come from that....The attitudes on the waitresses were disgusting, they didn’t want to be there, they couldn’t crack a smile if they tried and they didn’t act like their job was customer service. One of the waitresses came upstairs and someone at our table asked about a couple of drinks that had been ordered about 20 minutes earlier, her response was ‘I’m busy right now they’re probably coming you’ll have to ask someone else.’ It was still another 20 minutes or so until they arrived. The food came so far spread apart that some people had fully finished their entire meals while others were waiting to get their first plate. Desserts were ordered and when the last one came one of our guests at the table didn’t see them put the cutlery bowl down and asked the waitress if she could have a spoon, the waitress very rudely replied ‘If you open your eyes and look they’re right in front of you.’ This just isn’t the way you talk to your customers, these are just some of the rude remarks that were made through the night. I’m appalled to be a local with waitresses like this showing out of town folk what we’re like. Food was ok but not amazing, desserts were fabulous though. End of night our table bill was over $1000, but for the service we received shouldn’t have been more than $20. Won’t be coming back or recommending to any friends and family to come here, which is quite a shame as I’ve always loved coming to Speights and normally recommend to those travelling.More

Travel to Nelson a lot, nice central location to have a quiet ale (pilsner) (or 2) and catch up with friends. Then finish off with a good meal and a free trip home. Nice friendly staff.

Friendly enough staff but very untidy and did not give us a full break down of the menu but they did to other people. Unclean and needs a make over upstairs! Food was below average as i had the pasta and it was shop bought...penne cheap pasta and chicken cubes that were re heated. YUK! Partner had the small portion but very greasy fish and chips, clearly the oil was old and the fish was slightly burnt making it an awful dining experience. Was lovely a few years ago when opened but sadly standards have dropped. Train your staff to a profesional standard and change the chef, then i may come back.More