Smugglers Pub & Cafe

Smugglers Pub & Cafe Check out our changing menu on our website www.smugglerspub.co.nz Smugglers is the place where visitors can eat and drink with the locals.
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Smugglers Pub and Café is a notoriously good place to socialize & enjoy the great atmosphere, along with a swashbuckling feast from our gourmet restaurant menu. SUPREME WINNER TOP SHOP 2014 and WINNER FOOD, BEVERAGE & HOSPITALITY CATEGORY - NELSON 2014
Whether your a local or simply planning a trip to the Nelson Region you can't go past a visit to this unique smugglers cove like Ale house. Hearty

meals, local foaming ales and crafted regional wines are waiting for you in the unique olde world atmosphere of Smugglers Pub & Cafe. Whether you warm up by the fire in the winter or cool off in the beer garden in the summer the wenches are only to happy to serve you up a great feast all washed down with your favorite ale. The dining area is seperate to the main bar area, and you are equally welcome if you are staying for a meal or popping in for a quick drink or coffee. Smugglers has a gourmet style restaurant menu and stocks a large range of wine and beer. From regional wines, Mac's craft Beers, Traditional Guiness and Stella Artois. Relax and enjoy the atmosphere of Smugglers Pub & Cafe. Smugglers Pub & Cafe can also easily accommodate large groups. Your crew can enjoy a visit to the Captains table, a stone banquet slab with inset fire place that seats up to 24 guests. It's a real favorite for an evening of fun, feasting, merriment and lots of arrrrghhhh!

23/06/2026

⚓ Today’s Special – Roast Pork! ⚓

Fresh from the galley, our Roast of the Day features succulent pork cooked to perfection and served with all the classic trimmings.

Come hungry, leave happy!

📍 Smugglers Pub
🍴 Available while it lasts

21/06/2026

Craving something hearty and comforting? 🍽️

Join us at Smugglers Pub & Café for dinner and treat yourself to our delicious slow-cooked lamb shank created by our amazing chef Ili! 😍🤤
Served on creamy mashed potato, with seasonal vegetables, and finished with a rich red wine & red currant jus.

The perfect dish to warm you up and make your evening special ✨

📍 Come dine with us tonight – we’d love to see you!

🏴‍☠️⚓ AHOY, RUGBY FANS! ⚓🏴‍☠️The battle for the Super Rugby Pacific crown is upon us, and there’s no better place to wat...
19/06/2026

🏴‍☠️⚓ AHOY, RUGBY FANS! ⚓🏴‍☠️

The battle for the Super Rugby Pacific crown is upon us, and there’s no better place to watch the action than Smugglers Pub!

🏉 Hurricanes 🆚 Chiefs
🗓️ Saturday, 20 June
⏰ Kick-off: 7:05 PM

Gather your crew, hoist a pint, and enjoy the match LIVE on our big screens! 🍻

🍺 Cold drinks
🍔 Great food
🏴‍☠️ Pirate atmosphere
🏉 Live rugby action

Don’t be marooned at home – drop anchor at Smugglers Pub and join us for an evening of thrilling rugby and legendary hospitality!

📍 Smugglers Pub

⚓ Arrr you ready for the final showdown? ⚓

19/06/2026

Tonight’s entree special has entered the chat, and it’s the perfect balance of flavor. 🔥✨

We’re serving up a delicious Sweet & Spicy Chicken tonight! It’s a mild-to-medium heat sweet & sour chicken, perfectly paired with steamed rice and a crisp, fresh slaw, all topped with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Come grab a table before it sells out!

17/06/2026

Tonight's Special! 🔥 Pork Stir-Fry—tender, Asian-marinated pork tossed with crisp julienne vegetables and served over a bed of glossy noodles. It’s the perfect, savory comfort food for a chilly evening. Come grab a bowl before it’s gone! 🥢

17/06/2026

Dinner at Smugglers & Cafe

Looking for the perfect dinner? Come down to Smugglers Pub & Cafe and treat yourself to a meal you won’t forgot!

- Our Ribeye Steak - juicy, tender, and cooked just the way you like it.
- Our Pork Ribs - slow-cooked to perfection and packed with flavour.

Book your table or just drop in - we look forward to seeing you for dinner!

16/06/2026

Don’t forget about our Fever-Tree Cocktail range! Yummy new sodas, Mixed with the best!

15/06/2026

✨ Perfect for sharing over dinner ✨
*SMUGGLERS NACHOS*

Layered with crispy corn chips and generously topped with melted cheese, creating the ultimate table-centrepiece to start your evening.

Choose from:
🌿 Vegetarian
🍗 Chicken
🥩 Beef

Finished with fresh house-made salsa, cool sour cream, and sliced jalapeños for the perfect balance of flavour and texture.

Whether you're gathering with friends, enjoying a family dinner, or unwinding after a long day, Smugglers Nachos are made to be shared and savoured.

Join us tonight and discover why they're one of our most-loved dishes.

13/06/2026

Tonight’s Special: Creamy Shrimp & Crispy Bacon Pesto Fettuccine 🍤🥓

We’ve taken silky fettuccine pasta and tossed it in a rich, velvety pesto white wine sauce, loaded it up with juicy shrimp, and topped it off with the ultimate duo: crispy bacon and freshly grated parmesan cheese. Oh, and did we mention it comes with a side of warm garlic bread? 🥖✨

13/06/2026

Tonight’s Cookie Sandwich Special!! Apple crumble, but make it a cookie. 🍪🍏

Served warm with a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of custard. You definitely don't want to share this one.

Pop in and treat yourself tonight! 👇

Address

8 Muritai Street, Tahunanui
Nelson
7011

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 11:30pm
Tuesday 11am - 11:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 11:30pm
Thursday 11am - 11:30pm
Friday 11am - 11:30pm
Saturday 11am - 11:30pm
Sunday 11am - 11:30pm

Telephone

+6435464084

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