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

  • Potatoes $4.00
  • Agria Fries $9.50
    • Aioli & tomato sauce
  • Organic Quinoa & Oat Porridge (vegan) $14.50
    • Apple & blackcurrant compote, cinnamon coconut sugar, walnut crumble
  • Flatbread with Free Farmed Pulled Pork $21.00
    • Refried beans, red pepper chipotle pesto, pineapple salsa, spinach slaw
  • Eggs Benedict $21.00
    • Apple cider hollandaise, oven dried tomatoes, toasted english muffin - hot smoked salmon
  • Housemade Soup of the Day $12.00
    • Toast - butter or flaxseed oil
  • Halloumi $5.00
  • Hollandaise $2.50
  • The bushman $7.00
    • 6 hour slow braised pork belly (free farmed). Marinated in west coast manuka bush honey. Crisp apple slaw, sweet pork jus onion reduction, crackling crumble, organic coriander, fresh chilli
  • The stockman $7.00
    • Angus brisket. 12 Hour slow braised in lemon & chipotle peppers. 36 Hour marinated in our oaxacan spice rub. Red slaw, pink pickled onions, chipotle creme fraiche. Organic coriander, fresh chilli.
  • The producer (vegetarian - can be vegan) $7.00
    • Garlic & thyme black bean, sweet roasted pumpkin. Soft sprinkled goat feta. Red slaw, pink pickled onions, organic coriander, fresh chilli.
  • Breakfast $700
    • Smoked streaky bacon. Free range egg. Sweet pork jus onion reduction.Crackling crumble, organic coriander, fresh chilli.
  • The fisherman $7.00
    • Oaxacan spice rubbed "fish of the day" (pan seared). Red slaw, citrus tartare. Pink pickled onions, organic coriander, fresh chilli
  • LASAGNE $20
    • individual dish layered w fresh pasta, traditional meat bolognaise, béchamel, topped w grilled cheese – oven baked
  • MANHATTAN $35.95
    • Italian sausage, spanish chorizo, mushrooms, peppers, roast garlic, spinach
  • CINCINNATI CHILLI $20
    • finely ground beef in a spicy chilli bean sauce on a bed of pasta topped w grated cheese & freshly diced onion
  • MUSHROOM MED $23.95 LARGE $31.95
    • portabello, swiss brown mushrooms w a hint of truffle oil, fresh rocket
  • FAT TONYS $35.95
    • pepperoni, salami, chorizo, ham & chilli flakes
  • CHEESEY FLATBREAD $8.5
    • same as above w melted cheese
  • JALAPEÑO POPPERS $11.5
    • cheese stuffed croquettes w spicy salsa dip
  • PEPPERONI MED $23.95 LARGE $31.95
    • pepperoni, pepperoni & more pepperoni
  • Chef’s Soup of the Day $10.00
    • made with fresh local produce served with a slice of lightly toasted ciabatta
  • Chorizo Cigars $10.00
    • with cashew nut pesto
  • Baby mixed salad with house dressing
  • Apricot Creme Brulee
    • with pistachio biscotti
  • Vista Chocolate Plate
    • three individual chocolate desserts
  • Akaroa Salmon Fillet $30.00
    • steamed and served with a fennel and almond cream cheese, garlic crostini & tzatziki
  • Salad $10.00
    • mixed salad leaves with house dressing
  • Enjoy a side with any main dish for $7….
  • Ice Cream Sundae GF $10.00
    • Chocolate or berry with a selection of toppings.
  • Onion Rings
  • Pasta of the Day V
    • A delectable pasta dish created by our chef daily(Add Chicken or Bacon for $3.50)
  • Garlic Prawns
    • Pan fried tiger prawns lightly coated with garlic and chilli served with green salad and flat bread.
  • Falafel Wrap
    • Falafel wrapped with feta cheese, cheddar cheese, onions, green leaves, sundried tomatoes and ginger dressing, grilled, served with green salad and a side of aioli.
  • Bowl of Fries
  • Fish & Chips
    • Beer battered fish served with chunky fries, coleslaw, tartare sauce and a lemon wedge
  • Aotearoa Cheese Platter $25.00
  • Lamb Rogan Josh $16.90
    • A speciality from Kashmir lean chunks of lamb cooked in a rich almond sauce with a blend of frangrant spices
  • Palak Paneer $16.90
    • Cottage cheese cooked in a tomato and creamy spinach sauce with traditional spices
  • Kadhai Chicken or Lamb $16.90
    • Strips of chicken or lamb cooked with onion, tomato and green pepper in a thick Masala sauce in an Indian wok
  • Keema Naan $5.00
    • Stuffed with lightly spiced minced lamb and herbs
  • Mushroom Matar Masala $16.50
    • Mushroom and green peas cooked in a tangy masala sauce
  • Ras Gulla $6.50
    • Soft cheese dumpling in syrup.
  • Mango Chicken $16.90
    • Tender chicken cooked in exotic creamy curry sauce
  • Chicken or Lamb Jalfrezi $16.90
    • Strips of chicken or lamb marinated with freshly ground spices and sauteed with tomatoes, onions, and green pepper.
  • Grilled bruschetta of local wild mushrooms, thyme & feta $11.50
  • Pork cheek croquettes in wild thyme breadcrumbs, fennel, relish $12.50
  • Eichardt’s house-cured free-range bacon $6.00
  • Pancakes $18.00
    • Blueberry pancakes, maple syrup, vanilla mascarpon
  • Petit fours $11.00
    • the day’s selection of macaroons and chocolate truffle
  • Steamed jam pudding of persimmon & wild rowanberry, custard $12.50
  • Our homemade sourdough bread, freshly baked every day, with Cairnmuir olive oil & macadamia dukkah $8.00
  • Bacon & Eggs $18.00
    • Eichardt’s house-cured bacon, buttered toast, fried free-range eggs, tomato relis
  • Add Topping + $2.00
  • Chicken Caesar Salad $21.00
    • Grilled chicken, crispy bacon, croutons, parmesan cheese, cos lettuce and traditional anchovy dressing
  • All pizzas bases are made and rolled fresh everyday, resulting in a thin crust base topped with the freshest ingredients. All bases are 12” in diameter (that’s a foot!)
  • Seafood Chowder $18.00
    • Stacks classic seafood chowder served with roasted garlic bread
  • Toni Pepperoni $26.00
    • Pepperoni, roasted red pepper, kalamata olives
  • Under the Sea $26.00
    • Smoked hoki, smoked salmon, red onion, capers, artichoke heart and salsa verde
  • Chicken $24.00
    • Pan fried chicken breast, spinach and creamy mushroom sauce
  • All fettuccine dishes are served with roasted garlic bread
  • Rancheros All Day Breakfast Burrito $21.00
    • open burrito w chipotle rice, drunken beans, smoked streaky bacon, fried eggs & salsa. Add Chorizo, Bacon, Black Pudding for $2.00 each
  • Mojo Ribs $12.00
    • Cardrona lamb ribs w mojo verde
  • Pulled Pork & Crackling $10 B / $7 T
  • Beetroot, Orange and Pecan $12.00
    • quinoa, roquette, agave nectar, queso fresco
  • Corn chips $4.00
  • Chilli flakes $3.00
  • Beef Fajita $27.00
    • w cumin-cilantro marinade, roasted vegetables, marinated onions, Mexican slaw, salsa & two tortillas
  • Mexican Slaw $6.00
    • w toasted cashews
  • Moe’s Beef Burger: $17.00
    • Delicious beef burger Pattie on focaccia bread with tomato, red onions, fancy lettuce, cheese and aioli served with fries
  • Caesar Salad: $17.50
    • Cos lettuce, crispy streaky bacon, homemade croutons, shaved parmesan with a soft boiled egg(Add smoked chicken to the Caesar Salad for $3.50)
  • Seasoned Wedges - (With sour cream and sweet chilli sauce) $8.50
  • Basket of fries - $7.00
  • Bangers & Mash: $18.00
    • Meaty Pork sausage served with creamy garlic mash, peas and rosemary gravy
  • Mango Cheese Cake
  • Pasta of the day: $15.00
    • A new pasta dish created by our chef daily (add smoked chicken for $3.50)
  • Chicken Wrap: $14.50
    • Tandoori chicken with cheese, onions, carrot and slaw salad, grilled and served with green salad and side of aioli
  • Quail $29
    • Pancetta wrapped leg and roasted breast of Canter Valley Quail, fennel puree, pickled grapes, dukkah, pommegranite hollandaise.
  • Tasting Plate $48
    • Chef's selection from our menu for two to share.
  • Paua $24
    • Hand picked West Coast abalone ravioli, confit garlic cream, parmesan crumb, baby watercress, parmesan croute. -
  • Hare $24
    • Horopito peppered loin and braised leg of Bannockburn hare, caramelized kiwifruit, sweet potato, red wine jus.
  • Venison $40
    • Wild Fiordland venison cutlet, pithivier of braised leg, parsnip and gruyere gallette, silverbeet, sauce soubise.
  • Scallops $25
    • Seared Coromandel scallops, artichoke, grapefruit, macadamia nut crumb, sorrel.
  • Vegetarian $36
    • Cabbage leaf wrap of pearl barley, wild mushrooms, manchego rissotto, smoked tomato coulis
  • Crayfish $32
    • Fiordland crayfish risotto, saffron bisque,wild mushrooms, tarragon pesto.
  • Margherita $20.00
    • Tomato & mozzarella with fresh basil & pesto drizzle
  • Nachos
    • Nachos served with beef chili, guacamole, homemade chunky salsa, sour cream & jalapeños
  • For 2-4 people $38.00
  • Tempura Prawns $14 for 6 / $24 for 12
    • Crispy fried prawn tails with an Asian salad, bean sprouts & spring onion accompanied by crispy noodles
  • Mediterranean Salad $5.00
  • Chicken $30.50
    • Tender chicken breast strips served with any sauce & your choice of two sides
  • Grain Fed Beef Rump $34.50
    • A huge 400gm Angus rump served with any sauce & your choice of two sides
  • Bangers & Mash $22.00
    • Two locally made pork & fennel sausages served with creamy mash potato, peas & onion gravy
  • - Large $6.50
  • - +2 Large sides $35.90
  • 1/4 Chicken $8.90
    • Small fraction, big reaction
  • Supremo Veggie Burger $12.90
    • Veggie patty, mixed lettuce, tomato, light mayo & Peri-Peri chutney on a Portuguese roll
  • Pineapple $1.50
  • Classic Wrap $9.90
    • Chicken tenderloin, iceberg, tomato & light mayo wrapped up in a warm tortilla
  • Chicken Garden Salad $14.50
    • Flame Grilled Peri-Peri Chicken breast strips, capsicum, olives, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, carrot & mixed lettuce
  • - Large $6.50
  • Soft Shell Crab N/A
    • On Bed of Iceberg Lettuce, Served with Tamarind Sauce
  • Chicken Coconut Milk Curry N/A
    • With Celery, Carrot & Shiitake Mushroom in Creamy Coconut Milk Broth
  • Charcoal Grilled Karitane Whole Cray Fish N/A
    • Steamed then Charcoal Grilled, Lightly Sprinkle with Coarse Salt or Herbs and Butter
  • House Salad N/A
  • Five Spice Beef N/A
    • Beef Sirloin Slices Wok Tossed with Flavourful Spices & Local Vegetable
  • Egg N/A
  • Soy Glazed Crispy Tofu N/A
    • Topped with Crispy Kale & Roasted Sesame
  • Vietnamese Pancake N/A
    • Crispy Rice Flour Crepe Filled with Prawns, Barbecue Pork and Sprouts, Served with "Nuoc Cham" Sauce
  • Dessert cheese $16.50
    • falwasser crackers, honeycomb, Wine match - Gibbston Valley Noble
  • Dinky platter $13.00
    • havarti cheese, soup or ham, salad, fruits, raisins, crisps & bread
  • Traditional Grapepickers Lunch $24.00
    • Today’s soup, hummus, farmhouse cheese, pickles, olives, toasted balsamic, red wine bread. Wine match - China Terrace Chardonnay
  • Mixed leaf salad $9.00
  • Gibbston Valley Harvest Platter (for two) $59.50
    • farmhouse cheeses, charcuterie, pork rilette, house-made hummus, hot-smoked fish, potato, feta & rosemary, frittata, escabeche of mushrooms, house-made pesto, Mediterranean marinated mussels, dolmades, selection of pickles & olives, spicy apricot chutney, breads & crackersWine match - Gibbston Valley Pinot Gris or Gibbston Valley Pinot Noir
  • Local cheeses $22.00
    • house-made date & orange chutney, spiced pear (v) (gf*) Wine match - Gibbston Valley Riesling
  • Fried saganaki cheese, pine nuts, honey & grilled lemon (V) (gf*) Wine match - Gibbston Valley Pinot Gris $17.00
  • Turkish spiced venison shortloin burger with barberry and pepper relish, in Middle Eastern bread with isot potatoes and garlic toum (gf*) (df*) Wine match - Gibbston Valley Riesling $29.00
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