If you are searching for a buffet in Queenstown, Prospects is a good place to start. The restaurant sits at 35 Brecon Street, with a dining room designed around views of The Remarkables and Lake Whakatipu. It is an all-you-can-eat buffet in a room that feels like a proper night out.
Queenstown is better known for fine dining and quick takeaways than for generous, sit-down spreads. That gap is why a lot of visitors and locals ask the same question: where can we all eat well, without anyone going home hungry?
What you get at the Prospects buffet
The menu changes with the seasons, and it comes from the team behind Wellington's Charley Noble and The Food Lab, who have been building New Zealand menus since 2013. Guests mention meat, fresh salads, oysters, a wide dessert selection, and both soft and hot drinks.
The full buffet is also part of our Christmas Day and Boxing Day offer. Read the details in our Christmas dining guide.
Why a buffet works in Queenstown
Groups with different tastes. Everyone picks their own plate, which suits families, tour groups and friends with mixed appetites.
After a big day outside. Skiing, hiking and bungy-jumping build an appetite. A buffet lets you eat what you actually want.
No pressure on timing. You can take your time and go back for seconds, rather than waiting on separate courses.
A room worth sitting in. The 90-seat dining room is built to frame the lake and the mountains.
What guests say about the buffet
"Honestly, this was one of the best buffets I've ever had in Queenstown. Everything was so fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared. You can really tell how much care and dedication goes into the food and service." - Ayako N.
"Amazing food and amazing service! There was such a wide variety of food, with everything from incredible meat and fresh salads to such a great selection of desserts, soft drinks and hot drinks. Everything we tried was delicious." - Soph
"If you are looking to get the most amazing Oysters and as many as your heart can desire, then this is the place for you!" - Rebecca V.
Prices, hours and booking
Price: $178 per adult, $58 for children aged 5-12, and free for children aged 0-4
Hours: 5:00pm to 10:30pm
Address: 35 Brecon Street, Queenstown
For groups, see our groups and events page.
Buffet Queenstown FAQs
Is Prospects an all-you-can-eat restaurant? Yes, Prospects serves an all-you-can-eat buffet.
Do I need to book? We recommend booking, especially on weekends and over the holiday period.
Where is the Prospects buffet? At 35 Brecon Street, Queenstown, close to Skyline and Lake Whakatipu.
Can you cater for dietary needs? We can cater for most dietary requirements however options are limited for vegetarian & vegan guests.
Ready to eat? See the menu or book your table now.
