• From the sun-soaked shores of Waiheke Island to the dramatic peaks of Central Otago, the Man O' War team are bringing alpine and adventurous flavours to the table in the heart of historic Arrowtown.

    A relaxed all-day bistro where the flavours & seasonality of the South meet bold, expressive wines from Swiftsure and Man O' War Vineyards.


    Find us perched above Buckingham Green - settle in for a long lunch, get cosy by the fire, bring the kids for an early dinner or simply enjoy the view with a glass on the terrace.


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  • Celebrate in Style -


    Wrap up the year with an event to remember at Swiftsure.

    From intimate dinner parties to stylish cocktail events and lively corporate functions, Swiftsure offers flexible indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for groups of 10 to 150.

    With tailored menu options and warm hospitality, we’ll help you set the scene for every kind of celebration - big or small.

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What's On

    OPEN from 7am - Saturday 15th November | LIVE MUSIC - SUNDAY 16th NOVEMBER

    Queenstown Marathon Weekend

    We’re open from 7am ‘til late on Saturday 15th November. Join us for breakfast on the terrace - the perfect spot to soak up the marathon build-up.

    Breakfast Menu: Bacon & egg butties, homemade granola with yoghurt & poached rhubarb, pastries, and Espresso Workshop coffee.

    Lunch from 12pm.

    Recovery Day - Sunday 16th November.

    Kick back, refuel, and enjoy live music 12–6pm on the terrace. Reservations recommended but walk-ins welcome

    WEEKDAYS 3pm - 6pm

    Apres Hour

    Settle in for a late lunch, lazy afternoon or early dinner with our Happy Hour offers available week days from 3pm - 6pm. 

    • $32  -  wagyu burger + tap beer   
    • $12  -  select wines

    Perfect for a quick bite, post-adventure
    refuel, or a casual catch-up. No bookings needed.

    Reserve Your Table

    • Bookings recommended - walk-ins always welcome.

      Looking to make a group booking for 11+? Email us

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    Uniquely located above Buckingham Green, with sweeping views of picturesque Arrowtown and the surrounding peaks, Swiftsure is for long lunches, late glasses, and reliving the days adventures.