Central Otago’s Riverside Venue

The Finery is a family-owned restaurant, bar, and venue created by the McLellan family to revitalize a neglected building and offer a welcoming space for the community. Their vision is to provide a place for locals to gather, connect, and celebrate life’s special moments. As they approach their first summer, The Finery invites the community to create memories in their thoughtfully designed spaces, including an outdoor area with a playground, a bar, a spacious restaurant, and a cozy whiskey room.

Come Celebrate With Us

Perfectly situated in the heart of Central Otago amongst the beautiful Alexandra surroundings, The Finery is one of Central Otago’s premier venues for functions.

Our extensive and adaptable restaurant space seamlessly accommodates large functions and events.

Enjoy our street-view covered area, privately hire our whiskey room with its own bar, or make family memories in the children's outdoor area.

Book your own exclusive space while maintaining the vibrant atmosphere of the rest of the venue -
The Finery has everything for your next celebration or event.

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“A wonderful new venue that is a credit to the owner who built the facility for all to use. It is central, modern, comfortable, seperate bar, whiskey bar and fabulous big and airy restaurant. Court yard dining and outdoor areas for drinking or dining. Dog friendly. Being very well supported by locals and travellers alike. ”

“We’re so lucky to have a gorgeous place with a bit of an upscale feeling in the heart of Alex. Great service, divine food, gorgeous atmosphere!! Can’t wait to come back. Would absolutely recommend 🙌”