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The Cow

33 Ardmore St, Wanaka, New Zealand
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Ranked #22 of 54 restaurants in Wanaka
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner
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Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner
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Auckland
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17 reviews 17 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

After a very long day from Franz Josph to Wanka we felt like pizza. The Cleabrook Motel recommended the Cow and we are so pleased we went and got pizza for dinner. We got Sea food and they were amazing with lots of topping. Great service and would be a great spot to eat at. Great value for money

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Canberra, Australia
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72 reviews 72 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 48 cities Reviews in 48 cities
65 helpful votes 65 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

This place has atmosphere and great food. Slightly tucked away from the main road which is a plus. Excellent service.

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Reading, United Kingdom
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125 reviews 125 reviews
52 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 86 cities Reviews in 86 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

We'd been to the one in Queenstown before so knew where to go for pizzas. They were huge! The awesome garlic bread we had wasn't needed. Nice atmosphere with the stone walls and open fire. A little out of the main road but easy to walk to.

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Bethesda
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88 reviews 88 reviews
49 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Our Tauck tour guide suggested it highly so we met up,w local friends & they agreed ~ a must do! Their favorite restaurant. Hard to find it and lines could get LONG..... Just terrific in every aspect!

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Hong Kong
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83 reviews 83 reviews
46 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2013

Just as well the pizza's are to die for! as the night we dined they had run out of spaghetti.....great decor, friendly staff and outstanding food - the bolognese pizza is a must try!.

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Perth, Western Australia, Australia
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2013

Food was great, but they can be extremely busy and could not be booked when we were visiting Wanaka. We would recommend sitting outside if the weather permits

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New Zealand
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49 reviews 49 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2012

The cow is a rough and ready pizza house that is a great unwinding Friday night spot. The pizzas are delicious and the atmosphere great. As soon as you arrive you think comfort food. Great after travelling. Consistently good service.

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See 4 more reviews by Nikola180 for Wanaka
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

Down a wee hill in an alley, this place is an old barn that has been gutted and renovated. It's really nice inside, filled with all sorts of Victorian thingies (a technical term). It's lit by candles, there was a lovely fire going and the bench tables all feel like a private close. The pasta dishes and pizza are quite... More

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Sydney, Australia
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32 reviews 32 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2012

we really enjoyed our visit, delicious pizza! the best part was the cozy atmosphere in front of the fire. it was a little bit noisy but we didnt mind too much. the owners have really put effort into making it authentic and welcoming.

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Nelson, New Zealand
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012

Took the family here for an informal meal together. Delicious pizzas generous sizes, we ordered too much and had to take some home for lunch the next day! (Could do with a high chair tho)

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