About Us
About Speight’s Wanaka
The Speight’s Brewery
Founded by James Speight, Charles Greenslade and William Dawson, Speight’s beer is the Pride of the South. Using only the finest quality Southern ingredients and purest water, award-winning traditional ales and beers have been produced at the Speight’s Brewery in Dunedin since 1876.
There are now 18 privately owned Speight’s Ale Houses across New Zealand, all offering the full range of Speight’s beer and upholding the motto of our founder, ‘Generous to a fault’.
The friendliest pub in town
Here at Speight’s Wānaka, ‘Generous to a fault’ means an awesome menu with plenty of options for everyone; satisfying portions of good, unpretentious food; and the very best in warm hospitality.
We pride ourselves on being family-owned, family-friendly and popular with locals and tourists alike. Whether you’re seeking a happy hour drink after work or an easy meal after a long day of exploring beautiful Wānaka, our friendly team will treat you well.
Meet the Speight’s Ale House Team!
Roger & Archie
Owners
Originally sheep farmers from South Otago, brothers Roger and Archie Gordon opened the Speight’s Ale House Wānaka in December 2012. Roger can occasionally be found pouring beers behind the bar, and generally doing what his managers tell him! Archie spends his time on the other side of the bar, drinking a Speight’s Gold Medal Ale or a local Chardonnay with his wife, Robyn.
Charline
General Manager
Charline, originally from France, has been living in Wanaka since 2017. She is running the show and making sure every experience at Speight’s Wānaka is a great one.
Favourite Speight’s meal: Lamb shoulder
Favourite Speight’s beer: the Old Dark but really she prefers red wine!
Michael
Assistant General Manager
Michael started with us in 2022, he always has a smile on his face and has truly been an amazing addition to the team.
Favourite Speight’s meal: the Veggie burger
Favourite Speight’s beer: the Speight’s cider
Zac
Head Chef
Zac is the brand new addition to our team, he is a very talented and experienced chef that will surprise your palate.
Favourite Speight’s meal: the Ribs
Favourite Speight’s beer: he likes them all