Big Fig
A highly popular lakefront eatery in Wanaka, specializing in made-to-order slow-cooked meats and Middle Eastern-style salads.
Located at 105 Ardmore Street on the lakefront, Big Fig champions "slow food served fast" and ranks highly on Tripadvisor in Wanaka. The counter displays daily slow-cooked meats, stews, pilaf, vegetarian dishes, and salads, which can be mixed and matched in small, medium, or large plates. Reviews frequently recommend the lamb shawarma, lamb meatballs, and braised beef cheek. There are plenty of vegetarian and gluten-free options, as well as coffee and baking. Reservations are not accepted, and queues can stretch out the door at lunchtime, but the line moves quickly. Dine-in or takeaway to the lakefront. Open daily from 8:00 to 20:30, serving food all day.
Opening hours
Daily 08:00–20:30
Nearby sights
- Wānaka Township & Lakefront
- That Wanaka Tree
- Puzzling World
- Roys Peak Track
- Cardrona Bra Fence
- Cardrona Hotel
- Cardrona Alpine Resort
- Crown Range Road Summit Lookout