No. 7 Balmac
No.7 Balmac
An all-day neighborhood bistro in Maori Hill, featuring herbs and produce from its own kitchen garden, awarded one hat by the Cuisine Good Food Guide.
Located in the residential suburb of Maori Hill on the north side of Dunedin, this restaurant and bar serves everything from breakfast to dinner. The kitchen garden supplies fresh herbs, leafy greens, and berries, with the menu adjusting seasonally. During the day, you can order Eggs Benedict and cheeseburgers, while dinner focuses on wood-fired and charcoal-grilled dishes, such as wood-fired mussels, roasted lamb rump, and duck leg confit. Reservations are accepted for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, though walk-ins are welcome if you are just stopping by for drinks or dessert. Dinner mains are around NZ$44–49. Located about 2 km from the city center, it is best reached by taxi or car.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 7:00 AM till late, Sat 8:00 AM till late; Closed Sun and public holidays (subject to official website)
Nearby sights
- Olveston Historic Home
- Tūhura Otago Museum
- University of Otago Clocktower
- The Octagon & St Paul's Cathedral
- Dunedin Public Art Gallery
- Speight's Brewery
- First Church of Otago
- Dunedin Railway Station