Black Dog Bar

01/10/2026

Just a heads up that our bar and restaurant is closed for a private function from 4pm this evening. The cinema is open as usual!

29/09/2026

Our restaurant is closed tonight so that we can give Eka a well deserved day off. The bar will be open as usual, but we will just be serving bar snacks until tomorrow :)

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24/09/2026

Dinner. Movie. Stay. 🎬🍽️🛏️

What if your Te Anau night looked like this?

Start with dinner and cocktails at Black Dog Bar & Restaurant, then head to Ata Whenua for a cinematic journey through Fiordland before retreating back to your cabin.

With brand new movie releases on screen and Ata Whenua, your evening can go from dinner to cinema to bed all with Fiordland Co.

13/09/2026

Did you know you can stay above the cinema in the heart of Te Anau? 👀

Spend the day exploring Fiordland, then come home to everything you need for the perfect evening, all within steps of your suite.

🎬 Catch a movie downstairs
🍽️ Enjoy dinner at Black Dog Bar & Restaurant
🍸 Settle in for cocktails
🛏️ Retreat upstairs to your suite

With a central location and easy access to Fiordland adventures, The Cinema Suites makes exploring Te Anau easy, comfortable, and a little more fun.

09/09/2026

We have the w**e. 🍷
We have the food. 🍽️
We have the cocktails. 🍸

All you need to bring is your appetite.

Black Dog Bar & Restaurant is your spot for relaxed dining, good drinks, and a memorable night in Te Anau.

03/09/2026

Please note that we are closed tonight for a private event. The cinema will be open as usual. We look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow!

27/08/2026

26/08/2026

🍸 WE’RE HIRING – CREATIVE COCKTAIL & BAR PERSON 🐾🥃
The Black Dog | Te Anau

Are you passionate about cocktails, great drinks and creating an awesome bar experience?

We’re looking for a creative, energetic and motivated cocktail/bar person to join the team at The Black Dog for the upcoming summer season.

This isn’t just a “make the drinks and clean the bar” job — we want someone who is excited to bring their own ideas to the table.

🍹 What you’ll get to do:
• Create and showcase your own cocktails and drink ideas
• Help develop seasonal and signature cocktail menus
• Have the freedom to experiment and get creative
• Deliver great drinks and an excellent customer experience
• Keep the bar running smoothly and efficiently
• Work alongside the team to create a fun, welcoming atmosphere
• Help with stock, preparation, presentation and day-to-day bar operations

✨ What we’re looking for:
• Someone who genuinely loves cocktails and hospitality
• Creative, enthusiastic and confident behind the bar
• Great attention to detail and presentation
• Able to work independently while being a strong team player
• Someone who enjoys interacting with customers and creating memorable experiences
• Previous cocktail/bar experience is preferred
• A positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in is essential!

🌞 The opportunity:

This is a full-time position over summer, with the opportunity for the right person to develop the role into a permanent full-time position within the business.

If you’ve been looking for a place where you can put your own stamp on the cocktail menu, showcase your creativity and grow with a business, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 The Black Dog – Te Anau

📩 Interested? Send us an email with your CV and a little bit about yourself, your bar experience and the type of cocktails you love creating.
[email protected]

Come and make your mark behind the bar. 🍸🐾

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