Fudog
Fudog offers a thrilling journey through modern Asian fusion, blending Japanese, Korean, and Chinese influences with local ingredients.
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Must-see attractions
Fudog offers a thrilling journey through modern Asian fusion, blending Japanese, Korean, and Chinese influences with local ingredients.
Book Ahead
Fudog is popular, especially for dinner. Booking in advance is highly recommended to secure a table.
Try the Chef's Choice
For a curated experience, opt for the Chef's Choice menu to sample a variety of delicious courses.
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Cuisine
Asian Fusion
Price
Mid-range
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Modern Asian Fusion
Experience innovative Japanese, Korean, and Chinese flavors crafted with local ingredients. A true culinary adventure.
Shareable Small Plates
Perfect for groups, Fudog's menu encourages sharing a diverse array of delicious and artfully presented dishes.
Signature Dumplings
Renowned for their perfectly crafted dumplings, these bite-sized delights are a must-try for any visitor.
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Book Ahead
Fudog is popular, especially for dinner. Booking in advance is highly recommended to secure a table.
Try the Chef's Choice
For a curated experience, opt for the Chef's Choice menu to sample a variety of delicious courses.
Share the Plates
The menu is designed for sharing, so order a selection of small plates to enjoy a broader range of flavors.
Don't Miss Crispy Chicken
Several diners rave about the crispy chicken, highlighting its exceptional flavor and execution.
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Book Ahead
Fudog is popular, especially for dinner. Booking in advance is highly recommended to secure a table.
Try the Chef's Choice
For a curated experience, opt for the Chef's Choice menu to sample a variety of delicious courses.
Share the Plates
The menu is designed for sharing, so order a selection of small plates to enjoy a broader range of flavors.
Don't Miss Crispy Chicken
Several diners rave about the crispy chicken, highlighting its exceptional flavor and execution.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners consistently praise Fudog for its innovative and delicious Asian fusion cuisine, with many highlighting specific dishes like the crispy chicken and dumplings as standouts. The restaurant is celebrated for its flavorful small plates perfect for sharing and its friendly, attentive service. While most experiences are overwhelmingly positive, a few reviews note occasional slowness in service towards closing time or minor issues with specific dishes.
"Highly recommend this place for Asian fusion food. We had dinner last night here and we ordered poached duck wontons, merino lamb neck, clams from special menu, and salmon sashimi. All the food items ordered were delicious and we loved the environment. The staff was friendly and the food came quickly."
Nikita Kadoo
"A fusion restaurant offering intriguing modern takes on Asian dishes using local ingredients. We quite enjoyed the lamb neck and clams, with great texture and flavour. The toast in the clams however was a little stale. Service was friendly and helpful overall, albeit slow an hour and a bit before closing time."
Justin Lam
"If you are looking for Asian fusion, we highly recommend FuDog. Outstanding dishes include the watermelon 🍉 kimchi. It was properly spicy! The 🍄 habachi grilled mushrooms 🍄 were amazing and grilled to perfection. The sesame crusted tofu was yum too!
Worthy of a mention were the lamb ribs and hand made noodles. Disappointed with the clams - felt the mushrooms and sauce detracted from the taste and it didn't have many anyway.
Service was good and fairly attentive and it's always great to see a selection of beers on tap!"
Bruno L
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fudog serves modern Asian fusion cuisine, with influences from Japanese, Korean, and Chinese culinary traditions.
Yes, Fudog's menu features many small plates ideal for sharing, making it a great option for groups.
Yes, it's highly recommended to book ahead, especially for dinner, as Fudog is a popular spot.
Diners often rave about the crispy chicken, dumplings, watermelon kimchi, and habachi grilled mushrooms.
Yes, Fudog offers a Chef's Choice menu, which is a great way to experience a variety of their signature dishes.
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FuDog for the dumplings – “You’ll find modern-Asian food here – a mix of Japanese, Korean and Chinese – but thanks to the head chef John Menzies, it’s beyond the norm and super-delicious. The menu is a mix of dumplings and noodle dishes, with some interesting small plates – there’s an exceptional fried cauliflower with chilli sauce and tomato powder – and larger plates like spicy Korean tofu to share. There are excellent cocktails, too, that stick to the Asian theme.
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Located down an unassuming alleyway, sort of making it a local’s secret, step between FuDog’s canine guardian statues and make your way to their balcony for stunning lake views. Chef and co-owner John, who has honed his skills at Kika and Federal Diner, brings his passion for Asian cuisine to FuDog. His vision is to deliver the refined techniques of high-end establishments in a casual, accessible setting.
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Asian fusion with a focus on Japanese, Chinese and Korean dishes is what you’ll find at Fu Dog. Fu is awesome for groups visiting Wanaka, as it lends itself well to sharing and means you get to try more of the delicious dishes!. Sip local beers on tap along with a range of wine and cocktails.
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Fu Dog turns the best New Zealand ingredients into fresh Japanese, Korean and Chinese-style dishes. Renowned for its incredible flavours, this modern Asian restaurant is a great place to dine with friends and family in a relaxed setting.
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