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The Crafty Moa Restaurant & Bar, Arthur's Pass Village, Canterbury

The Crafty Moa Restaurant & Bar

4.6
4.6
72 Reviews
$40 and under
New Zealand

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The Crafty Moa menu includes something for all appetites’, pub snacks, Sunday lunch, evening dining and a ‘Wee Moas’ children’s menu. Using the freshest locally sourced ingredients and New Zealand’s finest high country lamb, farmed venison and seafood, no appetite will go unrewarded at the Craft Moa.
Time has been taken to create a menu utilising fresh local produce, served with care and passion.
We have a small kitchen and small team. Preparing fresh food takes time. Relax, have another drink, and enjoy the atmosphere.
Matty, Kirsty and Team Bealey

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    New Zealand, Gastro Pub, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 15:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    03-318 9277
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

What 72 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

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  • New Zealand

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Crafty Moa Restaurant & Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and terrific service" in a stunning alpine setting. Guests praise the "cozy warm setting" and "spectacular views" alongside hearty, well-cooked meals. The friendly staff and ample menu choices make it a "highly recommend" spot for locals and travelers alike.

72 Reviews
  1. Jim

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our dinner experience was excellent. Staying here at the Bealey Hotel was the way to go. Staff were experienced and efficient and since the place was only about 80% full, it was timely service but very relaxed. Cocktails menu was limited but our two choices were good, the margarita and the old fashioned. We had the chicken main course and the lamb. Both were good and the lamb was outstanding. For a very isolated Hotel location, it was on point.

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  2. Todd

    Toronto3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant (the only one) in Arthur's Pass. The views were spectular. The buffet (hot and cold) breakfast was great.

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  3. David

    Montana3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was a little slow but the do warn you about it on the menu. We would have ordered dessert but got tired of waiting. View is spectacular. Location awesome.

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  4. Randall VIP

    Dallas57 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Limited menu but t kitchen will adjust to your needs, no problem. We got a large mixed green salad( nit on menu) and asked for no chicken/ bacon in pasta, no problem . I had lamb, very good. Very nice wait staff,

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  5. Rachel

    New Zealand1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yummy food, not a lot of options but something for everyone

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  6. Randall VIP

    Dallas57 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Limited menu but all dishes we had we good. Located in beautiful setting. Friendly professional waitstaff

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  7. Eveline

    New Zealand1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Fish & Chips was excellent and the view is amazing!

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  8. Anthea

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fabulous meal at the Crafty Moa tonight for our Anniversary Dinner. Meals were generous and delicious. Perfectly cooked. We had a wonderful evening ❤️

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  9. Devi

    New Zealand1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We booked for my 77th birthday dinner on Saturday 7 Dec. at 6 pm. We arrived at Bealey Hotel only to find it closed due to the wildfire powercut. While we understand the fully valid reason for closure, we were very disappointed in the lack of communication as we were left without any option of celebrating the occasion or having a nice meal after a long walk along the Waimak River.

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  10. Julia

    Connacht1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Amazing location. Friendly staff.

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FAQs

The Crafty Moa Restaurant & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 03-318 9277.

The Crafty Moa Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 72 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today

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Google Map for The Crafty Moa Restaurant & Bar

12858 W Coast Rd, Arthur's Pass Village, Canterbury 7875

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Arthur's Pass
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 15:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–20:30
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    New Zealand, Gastro Pub, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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