Fat Badgers Pizza Bar
33 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300
Rating: 4.4 ★ (2170 ratings)
Details
Fat Badgers Pizza Bar is a lively and distinctive dining establishment in the heart of Queenstown, offering a casual yet energetic atmosphere. This spot effortlessly blends the vibrant feel of an American diner with the inviting warmth of an Italian bistro, creating a unique character that stands out amongst local eateries. Guests are surrounded by artsy memorabilia and can enjoy a buzzing environment with a hip-hop-happening bar, making it an institution for both locals and visitors seeking good times and big flavours.
The restaurant specialises in giant New York-style pizzas, famously offering the largest 20-inch pies in Queenstown, alongside 12-inch options. Their menu features a wide array of choices, from classic Margherita and Pepperoni to creative "Badger signature" pizzas such as the "Atomic Badger" with a hot sauce base and "The Princess" featuring mushrooms, spinach, and feta. Beyond the impressive pizzas, there are extensive vegan options available and hearty sides, including various loaded poutines, hot wings, and salt & pepper squid, all complemented by a fully stocked bar offering craft beers, wines, and cocktails.
This popular venue is well-suited for a diverse range of occasions and diners, from families and groups of friends to work functions and birthday celebrations. Its laid-back, convivial setting makes it perfect for casual meals, whether dropping in for a quick slice or settling down for a full feast with companions. While walk-ins are always welcome, reserving a table is advisable, particularly during peak periods, to ensure a spot at this iconic Queenstown pizza bar.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM | Tuesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM | Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Contact
+64 800 749 927 | https://www.fatbadgerspizza.com/
Comments
The food - we had a Vegan Princess and the Vegan Poutine. Both items were delicious, the pizza was perfectly cooked and fresh ingredients and I haven’t had cheesy chips and gravy like that in 10+ years of being vegan. Delightful!
The crust was the highlight. Super thin, crisp and almost cracker like with just a little chew. The marinara sauce was excellent and the cheese had great flavor.
We tried the Margherita and the Princess. The Princess with mushrooms, spinach, sundried tomatoes and feta was good and nicely balanced, though for my taste it did not quite match how strong the crust and sauce were.
Quick note for Margherita fans. This version is closer to a really good thin crust cheese pizza with herbs than the traditional style with fresh basil and buffalo mozzarella.
One small suggestion. The slices could use a deeper cut since the crust is so crisp that the pieces did not separate easily.
Overall, great crust and friendly service. I would happily come back.
However, I would say their pizzas were average as I found them not flavorful enough. I liked the generous amount of toppings on the pizzas and their crispy crust.
We had chicken wings for sharing but the size of the chicken wings was small. The salad we had was huge though. We had poutine for sharing as well and it was average.