Penny Black Cocktail Bar
Cromwell's Restaurant & Cocktail Bar Penny Black, is a Celebration of Kiwi Cuisine, Signature Cocktails, Local Craft Beer and Wines to enjoy in the Cromwell Heritage Precinct on the Waterfront of Lake Dunstan.
Visit us
PLEASE NOTE WE WILL BE SHUT
WEDNESDAY 2nd JULY
AND RE-OPEN
THURSDAY 10th JULY
(Only 6 days)See you then!DUE TO OUR CHEF STEVE, NEEDING SURGERY, WE WILL BE ON A SNACK ONLY MENU UNTIL AUGUST.
No Bookjngs RequiredRemembering years gone by, we kept to the Victorian era, honouring the first adhesive postage stamp, with a bend towards the Industrial Revolution, linking us to the new Dunstan Cycle Trail.
You can find us at the start of the Dunstan Cycle Trail, while you enjoy a short stroll through the Cromwell Heritage Precinct.All are welcome.…Whether you want a delicious meal to share with friends, someone special, or just a quiet drink and a light nibble. Our motto at Penny Black is, when you meet here, your burdens are halved and joys doubled.Founded by Cromwell locals in July 2022, with desire to create a special space for All to enjoy and then joined by Chef Steve Sepsy in September 2024, with years of experience in top kitchens around New Zealand. Chef Steve promises to deliver honest, quality dishes with a Kiwi spirit. Inspired by the stunning Central Otago landscape, Steve creates a menu that embraces the essence of New Zealand's flavors.
We offer both indoor and outdoor seating... depending on the weather. Our dining is casual, seating options ranging from bar leaners, table seating and cocktail bar style seating.
We always look forward to seeing youKEEN TO ENJOY CHEF STEVE’S DELICIOUS FARE?
RING US71 Melmore Terrace
Cromwell Heritage Precinct
021 252 2994 (BOOKINGS)
021 998 974 (ENQUIRIES)
Cocktails
Classic cocktails as well as our Fun Signature Penny Creations.
Craft Beer
We have a great selection of Locally Crafted Beers, Local Wines and Local Spirits.
Stunning Views
Being on the lake front, we are lucky to have Cromwell's best views. Looking out over the mountains and lake, it is the perfect place to grab your Cromwell snaps.
Join Us
If you need a reprieve and a recharge, come on down to experience the
Penny Magic in our beautiful hidden haven.
Opening Hours
MONDAYS : CLOSED
TUESDAYS: CLOSED
WEDNESDAYS: CLOSED
THURSDAYS: 5pm - 9pm
FRIDAYS: 3pm - 10pm
SATURDAYS: 12pm - 10pm
SUNDAYS: 12pm - 8pm
