Blue Kanu in Queenstown Menu

LITTLE DISH LITTLE DISH
  • Kokoda of Fresh Market Fish with Kanu Rice Crackers, Nam Jim Sorbet $13.00
  • Steamed Pork and Smoked Eel Dumplings with Black Rice Vinegar (5) $14.00
  • Spicy Chicken Karaage with Sesame Wasabi Aioli $15.00
  • Rēwena Parāoa: traditional maori kumara bread with horopito avocado oil $10.00
  • Half Dozen oysters with White Kimchi Jelly $26.00
  • Keke Pua’a: Steamed Bun of Crisp Char Sui Pork Belly with kimchi $11.00
  • Crisp Chilli Lamb Ribs with Nuoc Cham $16.00
  • Burmese Shan Tofu: Kanu made yellow split pea tofu with Miso sauce $14.00
  • Salt and Pepper Wild Caught Paua Salad, Cucumber Nam jim $22.00
BIG DISH BIG DISH
  • Red Curry of Lamb Shoulder with Water Chestnuts $33.00
  • Roasted Duck with Cherry Hoisin, Green Onion Pancakes, Pickled Cucumber $36.00
  • Fire Cracker Chicken with Island Seaweed Coleslaw, Chilli Jam $31.00
  • Octopus and Shitake stuffed Squid, Baked in Banana leaves $28.00
  • Kung Fu Pow Tempeh with Chilli, Peanuts, Green Tea Soba Noodles (V) $27.00
  • Whole Wok Fried Market Fish with Chilli, Crisp Taro and Ginger $33.00
  • Sour Orange Curry of Smoked Fiji Game Fish, Prawn, Mussels and Eel $39.00
  • Wild Fiorland Venison with Kanu XO Sauce, Chinese Sausage and Horipito $35.00
  • Volcano Kona Crusted Beef Cheek, Hot Sour Salad, Beef Phŏ $34.00
EXTRA DISH EXTRA DISH
  • Edamame with Lemongrass Chilli Jam $11.00
  • Kanu Made Kim Chi $11.00
  • Steamed jasmine rice $4.00
  • Wok Fried Asian greens with sesame $11.00
  • Herb and sprout salad with peanut, toasted coconut and chilli orange dressing $11.00
  • Island Coleslaw $11.00
SWEET DISH SWEET DISH
  • Cardamom and Vanilla Panna Cotta, Baby Coconut Marshmallow, Lychee Sorbet $15.00
  • Tahitian Vanilla and Lime Tart, Bruleed Palm Sugar $15.00
  • Misiluki Banana, Chocolate and Hazelnut Wonton, Kaffir Caramel, Banana Ice Cream $15.00

Nearby Sample Menus

  • Free Range Chicken Tenders $8.00
    • 6 Crumbed and deep fried Chicken Tenders, served with your choice of dip
  • Quorn Brimstone $18.50 / $9.00
    • Quorn, Avocado, Onions, Salsa, Tomatoes, Sour Cream (contains gelatin) (Double / Snack)
  • Lamb Shank and Mash $12.00
    • One Lamb Shank with a Rosemary and Mint gravy, mash and minted peas
  • Pride $16.00 / $8.00
    • Onions, Mushrooms, Capsicum, Tomatoes and Pineapple. Optional Kalamata Olives, Garlic, Jalapeno Peppers (Double / Snack)
  • Trouble $18.50 / $9.00
    • Salami, Onions, Chicken, Bacon, Pineapple and Camembert. Made with 100% free range ingredients (Double / Snack)
  • Fresh Green Salad $5.00
    • All the Essentials
  • Camembert Salad $7.00
    • All the Essentials as well as Camembert, Avocado, Sundried Tomatoes & Sunflower Seeds - with your choice of dressing on the side
  • The Kraken $21.00 / $10.00
    • Smoked Paprika Spanish 'Sofrito' Sauce, Mozzarella, Calamari, Prawns, Chorizo, Cannellini Beans, Roasted Red and Green Peppers, finished with Chipotle Mayo (not GF) and Fresh Lemon Wedges
  • Blackened market fish $ 38.00
    • almond skordallia, sweet corn succotash.
  • Steak fries $8.00
  • Chocolate fondant $18.00
    • Cherry variations & sorbet.
  • Wild shot vension $44.00
    • rocket puree, wagyu fat roast potatoes, beetroot .
  • Onion rings $8.00
  • Selection of local and European cheese $28.00
    • last years apricots, walnuts & biscuits.
  • Wagyu
    • Wagyu is arguably the finest beef available. Our wagyu cuts have been sourced from around the globe and selected with the highest quality in mind.
  • Roof top greens $ 11/$19
    • crispy shallots, feta, Kalamata olives.
  • Buttermilk pancakes $17.00
    • with fresh fruit, berry compote, lemon syrup, mascarpone and maple syrup
  • Superfood smoothie bowl $14.00
    • Berry smoothie topped with fresh kiwifruit, strawberry, banana, coconut, granola, amaranth and chia.
  • Pancakes $8.50
    • with fresh fruit, yoghurt & maple syrup
  • Soup of the day $12.00
    • made with fresh vegetables and served with our focaccia
  • Odelay Burger $18.50
    • Our homemade brioche bun filled with chargrilled minced meat, chipotle sauce, edam, tomato and onions. Served with homemade chips. can change to vegetarian with Chargrilled Mushrooms
  • Eggs Benedict $18.00
    • on sourdough with hollandaise and fresh tomato. Choose from free range bacon, hot smoked salmon or wilted greens
  • Bircher Muesli $12.00
    • with apple, Fresh cinnamon, yoghurt and raspberry coulis
  • Breakfast Bun $11.00
    • with free range bacon,egg, tomato, hollandaise and fresh greens.
  • Mushroom Shimla Mirch $16.60
    • Mushroom and capsicum cooked with spices and onions in a thick sauce
  • Tandoori Fish Tikka (4 Pieces) $14.90
    • Fillet of fish marinated in homemade spices, yoghurt and mustard oil and char grilled to perfection. A house speciality.
  • Mango Lassi with icecream $6.50
    • Indian yoghurt smoothie with vanilla icecream.
  • Cheese and Garlic Naan $5.00
    • Stuffed and freshly grated cheese and topped with garlic and butter
  • Onion Bhajees $6.50
    • Crispy onion fritters - a Bombay specialty!
  • Ras Gulla $6.50
    • Soft cheese dumpling in syrup.
  • Kastoori Kebab (4 Pieces) $12.90
    • A house speciality chef's favourite
  • Roasted Poppadoms (4 pieces) $2.00
    • Paper thin lentil wafers
  • Beef Stew (GF-) $15.00
    • Slow braised beef, thyme and vegetables, served with potato mash, garden peas and a piece of alehouse bread. Beer Match: Old Dark
  • Wedges $4.00
  • James Speight’s Sausage & Mash $14.00
    • Locally made sausages, served on potato mash & topped with caramelised onion, gravy & with Alehouse bread. Beer Match: Speight's Porter
  • James Speight’s Sausage & Mash $17.00
    • Locally made sausages, served on potato mash & topped with caramelised onion, gravy & with Alehouse bread. Beer match: Speight's Porter
  • Speight's Gourmet Chicken Burger $18.00
    • Chicken, bacon, tomato, lettuce & cheese topped with plum sauce, served with golden fries. Beer Match: Speight's Distinction Ale
  • Golden Fries (GF-) $8.00/ $9.00
    • With tomato ketchup/ With Cheese
  • Egg $2.00
  • Plains Pasta $19.00
    • Chef’s pasta selection of the day. Daily vegetarian option available. Beer Match: Ask server
  • Gulab jamun $6.50
    • A traditional indian semolina dumpling soaked in golden syrup
  • Aloo paratha $5.00
    • Soft whole wheat bread kneaded well stuffed with spiced mashed potatoes and cooked in tandoor oven
  • Chicken Afghani $15.90
    • Barbecued chunks of chicken simmered in delicate cashew sauce
  • Tandoori chicken (half) $12.90
    • Tender spring chicken marinated and grilled in the tandoor
  • Pakora $5.90
    • Seasonal vegetable spiced and battered in chickpea flour and deep fried
  • Sweet mango chutney $3.00
  • Keema naan $5.00
    • Stuffed with lightly spiced lamb and herbs
  • Chicken/beef vindaloo $15.90
    • Chicken/beef cooked in hot & spicy gravy with a dash of vinegar, specialty of goa
  • Onion Rings $6.50
  • Asian Basket -(Spring rolls, samosas & fries) $12.50
  • Angus Rump: $19.00
    • 250 gramme Angus Rump steak, cooked to your liking with coleslaw, fries, gravy and a fried egg
  • Seasoned Wedges - (With sour cream and sweet chilli sauce) $8.50
  • Mango Cheese Cake
  • Bangers & Mash: $18.00
    • Meaty Pork sausage served with creamy garlic mash, peas and rosemary gravy
  • Fish and Chips: $16.50
    • A beer battered fish, served with chunky fries, coleslaw, lemon wedge & tartar sauce
  • Lamb Shank: $25.00
    • Braised lamb shanks served with creamy mashed potatoes, steamed carrots and homemade rosemary gravy
  • SALAD BURGER
    • Crispy onion rings, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onion and cheese with our creamy mayonnaise, all served on a toasted sesame seed bun. One bite and you’ll be hooked. Add a regular fries and regular soft drink to make it a value meal
  • TENDERCRISP® CHICKEN SALAD
    • We're burger people but that doesn't mean we can't do salads. Crisp, fresh vegetables with sliced crispy TENDERCRISP® and a zingy dressing. Salad is not served as shown.
  • TRIPLE CHEESEBURGER
    • Three delicious, signature flame-grilled beef patties topped three slices of melted cheese, crinkle cut pickles, yellow mustard, and ketchup on a toasted sesame seed bun. Add a regular fries and regular soft drink to make it a value meal.
  • BK CHICKEN WITH CHEESE
    • Our tender chicken patty, topped with shredded lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, two slices of cheese and served on a long sesame seed bun. Everything a chicken burger should be. Add a regular fries and regular soft drink to make it a value meal.
  • CHICKEN FRIES
    • BK’s Chicken Fries are made with New Zealand chicken, with a light, seasoned crispy coating. Chicken Fries are shaped like fries and are perfect for dipping in any of our delicious dipping sauces. Choose from Heinz Seriously Good Peri Peri Mayo or Aioli, BBQ and Sweet & Sour
  • DOUBLE WHOPPER
    • How could you possibly improve the WHOPPER®? Make it bigger! Our DOUBLE WHOPPER® is a pairing of two flame-grilled beef patties topped with juicy tomatoes, fresh cut lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a soft sesame seed bun. Add a regular fries and regular soft drink to make it a value meal.
  • MORNING KICK-START
    • The breakfast that’s perfect if you’re on the go and need a quick fix. One Bacon and Egg Muffin, one Cheeseburger, and one small Hash Bites will kick-start your morning the delicious way. Plus, add any regular hot drink for just $1.50
  • BBQ RODEO
    • A flame-grilled beef patty topped with a simple layer of melted cheese, crispy golden onion rings, and smoky, smoky BBQ sauce. All on a toasted sesame seed bun
  • Banbangii $14.00
    • steamed chicken with mung beans and sesame
  • Ro-Suto Bi-Fu Don > roasted beef with a sweet onion sauce $13.00
  • Salmon Aburi $15.00
    • seared salmon with buttered sour soy
  • Gyu Tataki $15.00
    • seared ribeye with roasted garlic flakes
  • Hotate Bata-Yaki $14.00
    • grilled scallops with wasabi mayo
  • Misoshiru $2.00
    • miso soup
  • Katsudon $13.00
    • pork cutlet and egg cooked in a sweet and savoury sauce
  • Misoshiru $3.00
    • miso soup
  • Free range pork fillet, roasted parsnip puree, granny smith & red chilli salsa $22.00
  • Portabello mushroom balls, spiced tomato, buffalo mozzarella & truffle cream $17.00
  • Jamaican jerk chicken breast, sticky black rice, coconut yoghurt $19.00
  • Smoked trevally & potato tortilla, paprika mayo $19.00
  • Potato bravas, chilli tomato sauce, aioli $11.00
  • Roasted beetroot, caramelised onion & goat's cheese toastadas $16.00
  • Poached tiger praws, kalamata olive & chives sauce, bay leaf frosted almonds $19.00
  • Fried alamari, baby rocket, aioli $17.00
  • Fish of the day (ask your host for today’s catch) $34.00
  • 50g Selection of local cheeses and accompaniments $8.00
    • Vintage Windsor Blue, Whitestone North Otago: A sharper blue with a buttery texture and smooth mouth feel.
  • Orange & almond cake with cointreau syrup & cinnamon mascarpone ice cream $8.00
  • Ora king salmon, roast butternut, carrot puree, quinoa, spring onion & cashews with basil coconut dressing & chilli jam glaze $34.00
  • Spinach tagliatelle with venison osso buco, kawarau blue & toasted almonds $16.00
  • Autumn Gold, Gibbston Valley $8.00
    • Pinot Cheddar, Gibbston Valley
  • Saffron seafood chowder with mussels, salmon, clams, crustacea & chive rouille $16.00
  • Garden salad with citrus vinaigrette $6.00
  • Three Berry Parfait $12.00
  • Large $30.00
  • Housemade Gnocchi with Tomato, Chilli, Basil, Olive & Caper Sauce with Ricotta and Parmesan Cheese $26.00
  • Crispy Duck Confit on a Puy Lentil Salad with an Asian Dressing $34.00
  • Thin Lizzie $27.00
  • Pepperoni, mushroom, tomato, feta, kalamata olives & basil
  • Kumara, pumpkin, olives, feta, courgette, tomato, mushrooms
  • Venison and Black bean Ragout with Housemade Pasta, Yoghurt Dressing & Chilli jus $30.00
  • Add an additional lamb shank $7.00
  • Served with rustic fries, seasonal vegetables, pepper sauce or red wine jus.
  • Fresh fruit salad $9.00
  • Butterscotch or chocolate ice cream sundae $9.00
  • Market fish $12.00
  • Thai style massaman curry $22.00
    • Braised lamb shank, root vegetables & scented rice
  • Classic club sandwich with chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato. Served with salad & fries $18.00
  • Add cured ham, salami & pickles $6.00
  • Side Salad $5
  • Affogato $12
    • Vanilla icecream served with espresso coffe and your choice of omara's irish cream, jameson whisket or frangelico.
  • Combo Platter $30/$60
  • Falafel Wrap (V) Gf) $11.50
    • Falafel and honey roasted vegetables tossed through mixed salad with smoked gouda in a tortilla wrap
  • Chargrilled 1/2 Chicken (GF) $25
    • Marinated in lemon and thyme with fries & house slaw
  • Moroccan Lamb $22
    • Chargrilled lamb rump on mixed leaves.
  • Nachos $12
    • Your choice of pulled pork, chilli beef, or mixed bean chilli (v) on crisp nachos with melted cheese, sour cream and guamacole (gf)
  • Falafel(V) $12
    • Falafel with tabouleh salad
  • Steamed Jasmine Rice $3
  • Salted Coconut & Mango Ice Cream $7
    • hand-churned by Pure NZ ice cream
  • Woo Chilli Sauce $3
  • Market Fish Curry/ Assam Pedas M/P
    • Tamarind, lemongrass & Chilli
  • Hainanese Chicken and Rice $26
  • Pork & Lup Cheong Wonton (4 pieces) $10
  • Madam's Rendang $26
    • chicken - served with coconut rice
  • Steamed Coconut Rice $5
Blue Kanu

Blue Kanu

location

Address

16 Church Street, Queenstown, Otago, 9300, New Zealand

phone

Phone

034426060

clock

Opened hours

Monday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Thursday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Saturday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Sunday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
price range

Price

$50+

type

Type

None

service level

Service

Table Service

cuisine

Cuisine

Asian , Gluten Free , Japanese , New Zealand , Pacific , Polynesian , Vegan , Vegetarian

features

Features

Mastercard ,  Visa ,  Romantic ,  Wheelchair accessible ,  Reservations ,  After-hours ,  Vegetarian Friendly ,  Live Music ,  Waitstaff ,  Cash ,  Groups ,  Bar Scene ,  Seating ,  No Takeaway ,  Cards accepted ,  Local cuisine ,  Special Occasion Dining ,  Serves Alcohol ,  Dinner ,  Child-friendly ,  Outdoor Seating ,  Full Bar

Location
16 Church Street, Queenstown, Otago, 9300, New Zealand