Queenstown Public House

I am in LOVE with this restaurant!!! The portabello fries are too die for, it was definitely the highlight of our meal. We also tried the lamb skewers and they were cooked perfectly. It also comes with hummus that is flavored so well. The decor of the restaurant is cute and dainty, I would recommend this place again and again! On top of it all, our server was Sophia was INCREDIBLE. She was such a doll, she was attentive and even offered to take a few photos of us. What a great experience, 10/10.

Came here for a late dinner on a Friday evening with a friend and my dog. They have a cute outdoor seating area, which was giving cottage-core/LotR vibes. We weren't too hungry as we had eaten a bunch of things throughout the day, so we decided to go for the seafood stew and burrata salad as lighter options to share. When we were placing our order, we asked if we could sub out the salami/ham for prosciutto (if they had it), sub another protein, or leave it off all together. Our server told us there would be an upcharge to change the protein, but that the meat in question was actually prosciutto, not ham like it was described. I don't know why we believed him or got gaslighted into believing that the menu was wrong, because at that point we changed it from no meat back to with the ham. Surprise. When it came out, it was in fact ham. We didn't say a word and just picked it all off, but I felt bad for wasting food when we shouldn't have had to! Minus the ham incident, the salad was pretty good and quite hearty. The seafood stew was pretty meh. It was quite salty, and some of the mussels got crushed so there were bits of shell everywhere and my friend & I chomped down on a few shards on accident. I would not recommend this dish, as it had a fishy/seawater taste to it that made an okay dipping broth but awful sipping broth.The star of our meal was the portabello fries! These were super thick cut and battered in cornmeal I think, which held up well against the moisture of the mushroom. We did ask for a side of ranch with these and preferred it to the dipping sauce it came with.Overall I had a pretty subpar experience and likely wouldn't come back. Maybe it was an off night or maybe we chose the wrong dishes, but I've had good experiences at their sister restaurants otherwise!

This place is stunningly decorated from the outside to the inside! Located in a quaint-looking house, the beautiful flowers and foliage make it such a cute spot for any meal in the day. Our servers were super friendly and attentive as well. In terms of drinks, the Aperol Smash was super fruity, flavorful and wasn't overpowered by the taste of alcohol:)Meat pies - really yummy!! A super flakey puff pastry on the outside filled with meat and cheese for a perfect pocket Lamb burger - tasty with great depth of flavor from all the ingredients in this (including cheese, a slaw, an egg, and more!) Highly recommend checking out this spot near San Diego's little Italy!

Great vibes! Love their deal of the day. Came on a Thursday, which was half-off bottles of wine. Their food is solid -- lamb burger and meat pies were delish. Also got their lamb skewer appetizer, which also tasted great but was a bit pricey. This is a go-to spot for nice outdoor seating, good drinks, and great ambiance.

Did you know Queenstown does happy hour all day on Wednesdays? We didn't so you could imagine our surprise and delight when we found out we could still order from the happy hour menu. And if you know ahead of time that you'll be visiting, be sure to sign up for their program which will send you monthly BOGO deals for their Burger of the Month! Calamari: The happy hour portion is pretty small and we thought it was more because we didn't notice the bed of arugula on the bottom of the bowl. But overall, very crispy and flavorful. It comes with sweet and sour sauce to dip and I ended up pouring some on the arugula and finished it like a salad. New Zealand Chips and Dip: Housemade chips with a delicious onion dip. We ended up wiping the bowl clean! Burger of the Month: As the name suggests, the burger changes every month. For the month of May, it was a Mushroom Truffle Burger. It comes with a side of skinny fries and you can pay extra to substitute for fatty or sweet fries, just not the portobello fries. The burger itself was really juicy and I really liked the arugula and Swiss cheese. I wonder if they recycle monthly burgers often, but I think this is a great way to bring people back and try the new limited burgers. Overall, great meal and I'll be keeping an eye on the burger of the month. We made a reservation and it looked pretty full during dinner time so I would recommend doing the same. It looked like there's more outdoor than indoor seating so dress appropriately!

Pleasant atmosphere, great service! Make reservations if you can...very busy spot. We got in right away with our reservation. Outskirts of Little Italy but only by about a block.Parking a challenge but expected. Overall food was great. Was a little underwhelmed by my Bellini ....tasted like Champagne with a splash of smashed sour strawberry... could have used a splash of something a little sweet. The mimosas, beer and mixed cocktails we ordered were all excellent. Burger could have used a little seasoning, but the sauces made up for it. Meat pies and the Cure brunch options were delicious! All very filling. The seasoning on the fries was wonderful! Loved the old home turned into a restaurant! Great vibe, fun area with lots to do! Patio dog friendly!

I found this little gem scrolling the map in the airport hood where I was staying the night before a flight out of San Diego. Let me tell you, it was a great find! Although it was a chilly evening when we went, they had overhead and tower heaters all over their outdoor lanai, which kept us cozy and comfortable. Their outdoor lanai was also decorated with these gigantic handmade flowers that were just fabulous and funky. Now, if I know ANYTHING about New Zealand cuisine, it's LAMB heavy. This place did not disappoint. We had lamb kebab with a host of accompanying sides to make little pita sandwich bites. We then feasted on the meat pies. Oh boy! They were FABULOUS bites of heaven. I would eat those all day! Pot roast style meat in a puff pastry blanket was love in my mouth. They came with fries... the fries were not the star of the show. (Maybe you could try getting mashed potatoes? That would be much better.)Also, the drinks were fantastic. Go check them out!

Even standing outside waiting for the hostess, the music, the colors and decor were just such a nice upbeat yet chill ambiance. The indoor decorations gave me a "home sweet home" feeling and everything was very unique and fun to spend time looking at. Our boy Matt was servin' up more than just our mimos and food. He has quite the personality and was an amazing server, and matched our group's vibe immediately. The menu kind of scared me, but everything was so delicious and perfect for a brunch meal to keep me full almost all day. I will be coming back to try more!

Really great place! The staff was helpful and fast. I love that they are pet-friendly. The food was really good, and to be honest, this place makes you feel like you're in a different world. We'll definitely be coming back, and I highly recommend it!

We came on either a Wed or Thursday and it was Happy Hour all day! It was a bit slow, but I get it. Trying to find parking in Little Italy on a week day is not for the weak of heart.What did make up for it was the happy hour and the 6 beer flight. And you get to pick which 6!The onion dip appetizer was delish, and I got the meat pies, so delicious!The space is decorated so well, it made us feel like we were back in New Zealand.