
Prohibition Smokehouse
A sophisticated Dunedin eatery offering smoky Americana, perfectly aged meats, and a chic 1920s ambiance.

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Prohibition Smokehouse

Highlights
Must-see attractions
A sophisticated Dunedin eatery offering smoky Americana, perfectly aged meats, and a chic 1920s ambiance.
Book Ahead
Make a reservation ahead of time to secure a table, especially during peak hours.
Must-Try Dishes
Order standout items like the ribeye and mac'n'cheese for a satisfying meal.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
American (Southern), Steakhouse
Price
$$$
Phone
+64 3 479 2018
Address
10 The Octagon, Central Dunedin, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
Website
prohibitionsmokehouse.co.nz/Highlights
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Perfectly Cooked Steaks
Indulge in perfectly cooked steaks, with rave reviews for the dry-aged ribeye and Tomahawk.

Chic Venue & Ambiance
Enjoy a chic venue with beautiful roaring 20s decor and a Miami Vice ambiance.

Exceptional Service
Experience exceptional service from well-mannered and attentive staff, making every meal special.
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Book Ahead
Make a reservation ahead of time to secure a table, especially during peak hours.
Must-Try Dishes
Order standout items like the ribeye and mac'n'cheese for a satisfying meal.
Dine for the Experience
Visit during lunch or dinner to experience the New Orleans-inspired menu infused with smoky flavors.
Shareable Sides
Sides like fries and beetroot salad are great for sharing with your dining companions.
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Book Ahead
Make a reservation ahead of time to secure a table, especially during peak hours.
Must-Try Dishes
Order standout items like the ribeye and mac'n'cheese for a satisfying meal.
Dine for the Experience
Visit during lunch or dinner to experience the New Orleans-inspired menu infused with smoky flavors.
Shareable Sides
Sides like fries and beetroot salad are great for sharing with your dining companions.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Prohibition Smokehouse is praised for its exceptional steaks, chic ambiance, and attentive service, creating a truly special dining experience. While most reviews are glowing, some diners have noted slow service or minor issues with dish temperature or ingredients.
"Oh I love it‼️
My 2nd visit Dunedin, my 1st time here in this smokehouse.
Randomly walked in to try my luck around dinner time at a Friday evening, luckily we got a table for two.
Thanks to that lovely young lady.
Very chic design you realise soon after you step in the restaurant.
Reasonable price even they are just right at the corner of key attraction the Octagon.
The food is amazing!
I love the steak, perfectly done.
I love the mash potato the most, the best I ever had so far 👍
The only "negative" part to myself is the portion is a bit small 😅😅😅 I have a big stomach 🤣🤣🤣
Anyway, a fantastic experience, I love it!"
Eric Chou奧克蘭寶哥
"Heard so much about the place and finally booked a table for a 40th Bday dinner. The night manager Holly was on the ball, friendly,attentive and knew her stuff. The food was brilliant! Had the dry age steak and worth every cent. Had the fries and beetroot salad to share and easily could've added a 3rd person to devour it. Overall it was a great night-walked out very pleased and super full! Will be back!"
Monica Bezuidenhout
"This was just a really special evening. We had a Tomahawk steak, mash and Beetroot Salad. I also had a couple of the tequila cocktails. I can’t remember its name but it was so pretty and yum.
The steak was perfectly cooked, the sides were great for sharing. Everything was awesome. Thank you so much for a great evening"
Ryana M
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Frequently Asked Questions
The dry-aged ribeye and Tomahawk steaks are highly recommended, along with sides like mac'n'cheese and fries.
Yes, it's recommended to make a reservation ahead of time to secure a table, especially during peak hours.
The restaurant features a chic venue with beautiful roaring 20s decor and a vibrant Miami Vice ambiance.
Yes, they offer vegetarian dishes and also cater to vegan and gluten-free diets.
Yes, the exceptional service and ambiance make it a great choice for birthday dinners and special evenings.
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Andre and Greg have also collaborated to introduce some smoky Americana into the Dunedin dining scene with their newest eatery, Prohibition Smoke House on St Andrew Street. After yet more research, the talented Mr Piner has created a menu replete with southern American classics such as short rib, creole-spiced half roast chicken, buttermilk chicken wings, jalapeño poppers and pecan pie.
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After a long, hard day enjoying craft beer and fine ales, it’s time to refuel. Located in the Octagon and sprinkled with roaring 20s décor and an overarching Miami Vice vibe, Prohibition Smokehouse is the perfect pit stop. Centred around a paleo ethos, the decadent menu designed by a talented team of chefs focuses on four main elements: smoke, fire, dry aging and fermentation.
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Discover a New Orleans-inspired menu infused with smoky flavours at Prohibition Smokehouse, a sophisticated venue lined with designer wallpaper and hung with pineapple pendant shades. Take your pick from a menu of sweet treats including pecan pie with butterscotch “moonshine”. Located centrally in Dunedin’s Octagon, it’s open for lunch and dinner.
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Carnivores rejoice – nothing meaty is forbidden in this hot-off-the-grill eatery where a love of meat takes top billing. Dry-ageing lockers, a southern-style barbecue in an open-kitchen: the theatre precedes the taste. Get down to the real deal with cuts such as tomahawk or T-bone and marvellous, marbled wagyu.
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Carnivores rejoice, the well-established Prohibition Smokehouse has reinvented itself as an even more sophisticated den of all things delicious in its new and rather sumptuous Octagon location. Open for lunch and dinner, you can feast on a menu of smoky goodness or stop by for a cool drink in the sun.
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Starting with the heart of the city, or rather the Octagon in the centre, the smoky scent of the chic and vibrant Prohibition Smokehouse might just prove irresistible. Specialising in locally-sourced and expertly aged meats with sensational sides, this is a place where flavour sings in every dish.
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Adorned with vibrant modern art deco pieces with covet-worthy velvet furniture, Prohibition Smokehouse is one of our favourite restaurants in Dunedin to enjoy wood-smoked, flame-grilled and charred meats. Their sides don’t disappoint either!. Check out their mouth-watering selections here.
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They are known for slow-cooked meat dishes and those which are freshly grilled. Whether you are looking for well-roasted bone marrow or crispy pork belly that is served with your favourite side of rice or fries, you will get it here. You will also find drinks such as wine and cocktail.
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With a love for meat, Prohibition Smoke House is a very unique restaurant offering a superb dinner experience. Before you taste the dishes on offer you will be amazed by the interior and its complexity. Accompany your meal with an exceptional cocktail and enjoy the atmosphere.
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Closer to town is Prohibition Smokehouse, which specialises in smoked and barbecued meats. The menu is designed to be shared with others, which is something to consider before visiting. Lastly, Vault 21 is another excellent option which offers delicious Asian fusion cuisine.
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Carnivores will rejoice upon entering this lair of all things meaty, as the aroma of freshly smoked morsels wafts from the kitchen, but plant-based eating enthusiasts shouldn’t fear as there is plenty on the menu catering to your every whim at Prohibition Smokehouse.
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The decor of the restaurant makes you feel like you have stepped into a different era and the ambience is amazing. Also 12/10 for the service and I left the restaurant very well fed and well drunk!
GREG PINER, GROUP CHEF, VAULT 21, DUNEDIN
He has been group chef at Vault 21 and Prohibition in Dunedin since February 2016. Prior to this he spent five years as head chef at Pier 24 Restaurant at Hotel St Clair.
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As you might be able to guess from the establishment’s name. this eatery is a meat lover’s paradise. Its specialty is southern-style barbecue.
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Add to that, I found out they are owned by the same lot as Prohibition Smokehouse which I had thoroughly enjoyed earlier in the week.




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