Kappa
Climb the staircase in this centrally located dining destination to enter a busy and delightful kitchen that makes you feel like you are in Japan. Expect fresh, simple cooking from a small, classically presented Japanese menu. Don’t miss the light-as-air tempura and the sashimi, and look out for blackboard specials. Expect to see local chefs and residents dining here.
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- Address
- Kappa Japanese Cuisine, Queenstown Mall, Boydtown, Queenstown, Queenstown-Lakes District, Otago, 9348, New Zealand
- Phone
- 03 441 1423
- Directions
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Climb the staircase in this centrally located dining destination to enter a busy and delightful kitchen that makes you feel like you are in Japan. Expect fresh, simple cooking from a small, classically presented Japanese menu. Don’t miss the light-as-air tempura and the sashimi, and look out for blackboard specials. Expect to see local chefs and residents dining here.
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Intimate
- Classic
- Casual Hangout
- Date Night
- Solo
- Sake Program
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 12–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Thursday
- 12–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Friday
- 12–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 12–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Intimate, warm space tucked upstairs in an A-frame room with exposed timber panelling evoking a Japanese temple atmosphere.