Princes on Dowling Restaurant & Bar – Dunedin City

We are pleased to offer a delicious selection of meals, desserts, snacks and drinks for your enjoyment.

Situated street-side, the Princes on Dowling Restaurant offers the perfect vantage point to take in the sights of central Dunedin, whilst sampling a tasty menu showcasing fresh produce from the Mainland. Or you may choose to unwind by the gas fireplace in our lounge bar which has its own bar menu and a large screen TV, perfect for those sports games which draw fanatic support from the locals.

Our menu features some very tempting local food and wine including some of the very finest Pinot Noir from Central Otago to complement your selections.

For guest staying at our Dunedin hotel, you also have the option of dining in your room. The Lite Bites Menu (under the Bar Menu) is available from 4.30pm until 9pm, the Dinner Menu is available from 6pm to 9pm and the All Day Menu (under Bar Menu) is available 24/7. To place an in-room order, dial “0” on the in-room phone.

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Seasonal dishes to tantalise the tastebuds

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Inspired by Episode 1 of Enjoy the Journey, Love the Destination featuring Scenic Hotel Punakaiki.

Pan-Fried Orange Roughy – $38.00
Main | Gluten & Dairy free
Wild caught New Zealand orange roughy, perfectly pan-seared and served with Wild Chef rosemary and chilli polenta chips, chargrilled brocollini, tangy pickled tomatoes, and served with a velvety coconut saffron sauce.

Pumpkin and Cinnamon Pie – $16.00
Dessert 
Spiced pumpkin pie with a buttery golden crust, creamy vanilla bean ice cream, finished with a drizzle of Foothills West Coast Rainforest honey and a honeycomb garnish.

Dishes are available as part of our restaurants’ a la carte dinner menu.

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Princes on Dowling Restaurant is located at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City, situated street-side on the corner of Princes and Dowling Street. There are two large parking buildings located on Moray Place less than 5 minutes walk from the restaurant. Locals and visitors to Dunedin are welcome to dine at the restaurant – avoid disappointment by making a booking in advance.

Opening hours: Open 7 days a week for Breakfast (6.30am to 10.00am) and Dinner (6pm to 9pm)