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!

🎉 FATHER’S DAY HAMPER WINNER! 🎉A big congratulations to Simon, the lucky winner of our Father’s Day Hamper! 🥳🎁Thank you ...
07/09/2026

🎉 FATHER’S DAY HAMPER WINNER! 🎉

A big congratulations to Simon, the lucky winner of our Father’s Day Hamper! 🥳🎁

Thank you to everyone who entered and celebrated Father’s Day with us at Smugglers Pub. ❤️

We hope you enjoy your prize, Simon! 🍻🎁

Congratulations from all of us at Smugglers! 🏴‍☠️⚓

07/09/2026

🔥 Our Beef Wellington Special is here!

Limited time only — come and enjoy this classic at Smugglers Pub.

🍽️ Good food. Great atmosphere. Always worth the visit.

05/09/2026

Chef Ili is hard at work prepping his signature Beef Wellingtons for Father’s Day tomorrow! 🥩🔥

Bring Dad down tomorrow to try Chef Ili's Father’s Day special or any of our other delicious meals on the menu. PLUS—every dad who dines with us goes into the draw to win our exclusive Father’s Day gift hamper! 🎁✨

See you all tomorrow! 🙌

🏴‍☠️ A Feast fit for the Captain himself! 🏴‍☠️This Father's Day, skip the socks and give Dad the bounty he actually want...
03/09/2026

🏴‍☠️ A Feast fit for the Captain himself! 🏴‍☠️

This Father's Day, skip the socks and give Dad the bounty he actually wants. We're serving up "The Captain's Beef Wellington" -Perfectly locked away in a Golden, flaky puff pastry treasure chest. Served alongside Creamy gratin potatoes, seasonal veggies, and a rich red w**e jus, it’s a special dish for a special dad.👇 Grab it while it lasts!

Book your table for Sunday, 6th September and Lock in your Father's Day plans today!

01/09/2026

Treat Dad to the Father’s Day he actually wants this Sunday, September 6th, at Smugglers Pub and Cafe! 🍻🥩

Bring him in for a delicious lunch, and as a special cheers to all the incredible dads out there, every dad who dines with us will automatically enter the draw to win an epic Father's Day gift hamper from us! 🎁✨

What’s inside the ultimate Dad Hamper?

🔨 A mini hammer for his "busy" weekend projects

🦨 Classic Lynx smellies (a Dad essential)

🧦 Funny socks & a matching Jack Daniel’s mug + sock set

🍺 A handy b**r keyring

🎴 A deck of playing cards

🥩 Two delicious specialty spice rubs for his ribs and steak

🛖 A hilarious sign to complete his legendary man shed

Tables fill up fast—bring the family, celebrate Dad, and make his weekend one to remember! Give us a call to book your table today.

30/08/2026

Ahoy, mateys! 🏴‍☠️ Set sail for sweet perfection with tonight’s Pirate Night special: the Sandy Shore Mousse! 🏝️✨

Delicious layers of creamy white chocolate & vanilla mousse, crushed biscuit "sand," and topped with sweet meringue treasures. X marks the spot—grab yours before it disappears into the deep blue! ⚓️🪙

Ahoy, maties! 🏴‍☠️✨It’s FINALLY time for the Smugglers Pirate Bash, and the crew is all decked out and ready for action!...
29/08/2026

Ahoy, maties! 🏴‍☠️✨

It’s FINALLY time for the Smugglers Pirate Bash, and the crew is all decked out and ready for action!

Come on down and join the crew—we’ve got:
🎁 Fun Prizes to be won
📸 Fun Photo Ops with our pirate crew
🍻 Good Times & Great Vibes

Grab your eyepatch, gather your mateys, and come celebrate with us! Don’t miss out on the b***y! 🦜💰✨

Ahoy, crew! 🏴‍☠️ Set sail for Smugglers tomorrow night—our special Pirate Night menu drops at 4:30 PM, packed with culin...
29/08/2026

Ahoy, crew! 🏴‍☠️ Set sail for Smugglers tomorrow night—our special Pirate Night menu drops at 4:30 PM, packed with culinary treasure you won't want to miss! ⚓️✨

Here’s what’s waiting on the galley menu starting tomorrow:

ENTREES
🦑 Crispy Pineapple Cut Calamari ($19.90) – Tender scored squid dusted in lemon pepper & cornflour seasoning, fried golden and served with lemon, chili & garlic aioli.
🍗 Smoky Rum Chicken Nibbles ($17.90) – Oven-baked & crispy-fried nibbles tossed in a rich smoky rum BBQ glaze, paired with chipotle mayo & julienne garnish.

MAINS
🥩 Captain’s Beef Bourguignon ($36.90) – Slow-cooked, tender beef in red w**e sauce with bacon, mushrooms, carrots & onions on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes.
🍗 Jerk Chicken Thighs ($32.90) – Marinated in traditional jerk spices, flame-charred & oven-finished, served with fries, house salad, and a sweet pineapple & corn salsa.

DESSERT
🍰 Sandy Shore Mousse ($14.50) – Decadent white chocolate & vanilla mousse layered with crushed biscuits and topped with sweet meringue treasures.

⏳ Available from 4:30 PM tomorrow only! As well as normal menu! Grab your crew, drop anchor, and join us for a feast fit for a captain. Book your table now or drop in! 🍻⚔️

Shiver me timbers! 🏴‍☠️⚓Grab your eye patches, hooks, and pirate hats—Pirate Night is coming to Smugglers Pub & Cafe! 🦜✨...
26/08/2026

Shiver me timbers! 🏴‍☠️⚓

Grab your eye patches, hooks, and pirate hats—Pirate Night is coming to Smugglers Pub & Cafe! 🦜✨

We’ve got an epic night lined up with fantastic prizes for:

🏆 Best Dressed
😂 Funniest Costume
🍦 FREE Ice Cream for every kid who comes dressed up!

🎁 BONUS: Book your table in advance and you’ll automatically be entered into our draw to win a FREE Hot Platter for your table! 🍟🍗

Back by popular demand! You asked, and we listened—our 2-Course Spring Dinner Menu officially launched yesterday and is ...
22/08/2026

Back by popular demand! You asked, and we listened—our 2-Course Spring Dinner Menu officially launched yesterday and is ready to satisfy those night-time cravings!

For just $35.90, indulge in a fantastic lineup of mains like our low’n’slow Beef Brisket, classic B**r Battered Fish & Chips, Crumbed Chicken with creamy mushroom sauce, or a fresh Fish Salad Bowl! Finish on a sweet note with chocolate & orange pudding, ice cream sundaes, or our cheesecake of the day.

Available every single night from 4:30 PM! Round up your crew and pop in for great value and delicious comfort food.

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

Website

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