Ate here Oct 2023. Chose to eat here while staying in the Rain Forest Retreat camp site. We were just too lazy to walk into town to be honest but in the end, we were glad that was the case. Have to reply at this...point, to other reviews, criticizing the staff in here. In our experience this is absolute rubbish. Our waitress was lovely, polite and nothing was too much trouble. Front of house was the same lady on reception at the campsite and again, very polite, attentive and friendly. Cost wise is pretty in line with other places and the interior décor is all very "ski lodge". Food was lovely, the Ribs were to die for. Overall, there is nothing to fault really. Many thanks to all who make the effort..More

This restaurant is well worth a visit. Alpine log cabin decor, warm ambience, really great food and friendly staff.

I'm a local who had breakfast this morning before I started work. I had eggs on toast with a large mocha, which was perfect, but more so, the personality & service that was given by Alex made my day start with a happy feeling !....Well done Monsoon & I would highly recommend other locals to experience what I had A A A A A * * * * *More

Delicious food, good value in a warm relaxed atmosphere with open fires. We had great fun playing pool also. The staff are friendly and efficient

The staff were not trained, some boarding on rude. The meal was a disappointment, which is a shame because it's a great location.

My recent visit to Monsoon restaurant in Grand Joseph left me with mixed feelings. The food was undeniably good, offering a tantalizing array of flavors and dishes that impressed my palate. However, my experience at the counter was less than stellar. When I called last...minute to make a booking, the lady at the counter, albeit politely, declined, stating no seating was available. However, upon arriving in person, I was surprised to find the restaurant almost empty, and we were promptly seated. This inconsistency in booking policy left me a bit puzzled. While the cuisine at Monsoon is commendable, their reservation process could use some improvement for a smoother dining experience.More

Wow - 3rd time here...in order [from a mans perspective] ribs....fish&chips ...ribs - perfect each time. Ambiance is lovely with the dual wood fires, and as I am from the older generation - can only say that getting there early even without a booking seems...to have got us a perfect table next to the fire on all 3 occasions we've stayed at the resort and visited the restaurant. And the wife also loved her meals - think it was some salad'y thing prior - and our last visit Aug 2023 - she had a chicken schnitzel which she absolutely loved - stating it was cooked perfectly. [she does also work in a commercial kitchen - so guess she can make that comment based on experience]More

This restaurant has amazing food. My partner and I shared a pizza and a mushroom fettucine. They were absolutely delicious. They also have a great selection of gin. Would definitely recommend.

We had a meal for 4 here. Ambiance was lovely, several fireplaces going around the venue and we were Lu my enough to get a table near one on a particularly chilly night. Food was lovely. The teens had pizza and chicken burger which they...really enjoyed. Adults had the chicken schnitzel and bangers and mash, both were really nice. Service was friendly and nice and delivery was timely. Would recommendMore

We dined here two nights in a row and both times were spot on. Welcomed, seated and served both times quickly. Decor is awesome and clean, heating ample. The open fire places are perfect along with the wonderful attentive and smiling staff. Good hearty and...well priced food. A range of beers on tap. Establishment is within easy walking distance to most accommodation options.More

The fire was warm and welcoming, as were the staff. Even though the room was large, it has been really well laid out so it felt cosy and private with several fireplaces to gather around. The food was good and there was a nice selection...of wine and beers.More

The food was as you would expect from a restaurant in a tourist town in New Zealand, good and tasty. My ribeye was a perfectly cooked rare however had zero flavour. I am not sure it was a ribeye, probably more a sirloin but I...was hungry after a long drive. Garlic sauce is just a blob of garlic butter?? Ambience was good seated in a big room with a fire. From what I can only assume was the “manager” was our server. She was dismissive, uninterested and down right rude. Other staff were friendly and helpful, If this is the manager god help them. She decided that one of the drinks was finished, proceeded to pick up with her fingers inside the glass and then argued the point with us, thanks but no thanks, I’d rather wait till breakfast next time!More