New Zealand cuisine: the best places to taste it in Christchurch

Tim Scriggins

Daniel Machin

Camille Cartman

"Happy staff, big island burger was delicious, burger was big and good value for money. will be back next week. I wish the shop was open for lunch too..."

Troy Bilbrough

"Love this place! Always delicious, always fresh and always hits the spot with the whole family! Fab kids choices and we LOVE that they offer..."

Victoria Shrimpton

"Burger Wisconsin is great, it's a shame there is only 1 in christchurch as I prefer it over other burger stores, sometimes they do get orders wrong..."

Eliza Cooper-Finch

"We had this for tea tonight and I was impressed by the burgers I ordered the chicken n cranberry and my partner had the chicken bacon burger the..."

Natasha

"These guys used to be one of the best purveyor of burgers in Christchurch. Now they've been out-burgered by Burgers and Beers, Burger Fuel, and..."

Spronk

"from the moment we arrived at the store i was impressed, the staff were extremely helpful and pleasant.especially this one i believe her name was..."

Dave Coombs

"Had a Falafel Burger, the party was average. .. chips and onion rings were..."

Dene McDonald

"Best burger I've EVER had tonight and is a decent meal that fills the hunger gap completely. Chips were great with optional salt and garlic aoili...."

Matt Rennie

"Great food, and service. Shame the on-line order system is very complicated for first user. Having to register, especially for a large order, made..."

Paul&Donna Kelly

"Great food! Would happily order again, but would order in advance as the food took a lot longer than the original 20 minutes wait we were..."

Jonathon “Jono” MacIntyre

"Great 👍little genuine burger shops. Hard to find nowadays and worth tracking down. Good size FRESHLY made really delicious 😋burgers..."

fivenz kiwis

"Outstanding burger, every single element tasted great. Just need to have a bit of patience but good food takes some..."

Hugo C N

"Great service, and the food is so delicious! We're always very satisfied with the burgers that we get here and the price is reasonable..."

Kayleigh Garner

"Confused messaging around gluten free for Celiacs. Was told on one visit it was gluten free and suitable for Celiacs, the next told that the fries..."

Quinton Hall

"Highly recommend to try burgers here. One of the best in the town. The quantity per burger is massive. checking out timings before heading out as its..."

Rabaksni

"4.5 out of 5 This is a top notch burger joint Great menu ,great atmosphere and staff were friendly I dare to say that this is now one of my go to..."

Pax

"An amazing burger shop, by far the best in CHCH. Fantastic friendly staff too. Great thing about this place is one burger hits the gap! Keep up the..."

Ryan Chappell

"Great gluten free options available. Really enjoyed the sweet potato wedges as they were nice and crispy. Well..."

Craig Williamson

"Great burgers, friendly staff and great music. All of their burgers are a big feed. Drinks could use a bit of an upgrade..."

Dongyi Ruan

"Amazing burgers. Awesome staff. Needs bigger store for more seating. Hard to meet up with friend's..."

Nick T

"There lamb burger is fantastic, so is there satay burger and the holluimi cheese one 😋 quick and friendly service..."

Elliot

Cafe Rock

Wheelchair Accessible

"Other than not having Wheat Beer (which they had on the menu) that day, the place is quite nice and the staff were great. I had the Eggs Benedict..."

Manoj Patel

"Great place to relax and wind down with a nice coffee or a nice cold drink. It's my favourite place to go and relax in all Christchurch because..."

Tristan Perkins

"We stopped by for a sunny day lunch and can recommend the fantastic thin crust style pizza and chips which and a great..."

Andrew Mackay

"Great views, nice for breakfast, inside feels a bit dark. Great outdoor..."

Jochen Schmidt

"Very nice ice cream 😋. You can order 1, 2 or 3 scoops with different..."

Bernard “Bernie” Tan

"Great coffee, nice place to hangout and see the..."

Tal Sossover

"Good coffee and smart..."

Cherie Cherim

"Great service and food...."

G Singh

Jhanna Mosa

The Craic Irish Bar

Accepts American Express

Seating

Street Parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

"Congratulations to all at Craic for their professional and generous hosting on Tuesday 20th November 2012, of the five New Zealand finalists in the..."

Ema Scott

"Vicki, Courtenay, Cassie and T have bent over backwards to look after our group. From a room with a free pool table, outside seating and live music,..."

Karl Pearce

"For a bit a peace amongst the chaos that is riccarton road, do recommend that you call into the Craic Irish Bar 💖.... From an alcoholic beverage..."

Tinx Kerr

"Absolutely fantastic place. Excellent atmosphere with super friendly and helpful staff staff. I had some spare time and popped in for a pint or two..."

Aaron Morahan

"Christchurch's hidden little gem, had a couple points of Guinness & the wife had a few vodkas, we also had food. I ordered the Irish Stew & the wife..."

Tony Cornwell

"Amazing team here. Super friendly, fun and great service. Pool table and good pokies. Karaoke Wednesdays are my fave but also look forward to live..."

Sade Donn

"Karaoke is amazing, don't even sweat it dawg it's amazing..."

Pisces Of Fate

"Love Craics .. great place to meet up with friends and enjoy karaoke or just hang..."

Marsha Whaiapu

"Hospitality from the security staff was amazing, I was quiet surprised! They had a guard at the front door(I think his name was Oddo) who constantly..."

Bonnielee Dippie

"Nice bar ! I love my..."

李晶晶

"Best tasting Wedges I have ever had...A huge basket of delicious wedges that are decent size with the right amount of seasonings and OMG!!! Dont get..."

Arapera Morehu

"The most amazing pub in christchurch. Packed with people on Wednesday night karaoke. Will next try to get down on a weekend for live bands. Love all..."

Hayd M

"Popped for a couple of quiets on a Friday night. The Kilkenny was rather warm, but the fellas behind the bar were friendly and the band was..."

Robert Glennie

Del Mar Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

Breakfast

Lunch

Mid-range

"Well I wasn't expecting much from previous reviews but my experience was fine! Chicken focaccia is actually as described unlike another review..."

Simon Wordsworth

"A group of us ladies went for lunch here the other day. I had read the reviews about the cafe, some of them not very good, so I went wondering what..."

Diane Johnson

"Went on a windy Sunday afternoon for two gourmet burger combo deals. Another deal from Grabone!! I had the lamb, feta and minted burger on focaccia..."

Graham

"Great value for money. Although we used a voucher deal the normal prices seemed reasonable especially the $45 meal deal.The service was quick..."

Trish

"Fantastic meal. 4 of us went for brunch and were all VERY HAPPY with our meal as we have been previously. We had coffee 3 of us decaf at no extra..."

Colleen

"Great place for a coffee. I like the seating, the light and sense of spaciousness at Cafe del mar. I've never eaten here (and by the reviewed..."

Maarie

"Myself & 3 friends went to Cafe Del Mar in June, We had a friendly new waitress. 2 of us ordered the beef salad, when they arrived they were..."

Kelly Brown

"We were last there about a year ago and I then had a most stunning steak and a fabulous meal. A sweet young waitress who was new to the job. The..."

Wendy Hewitt

"My wife and I have been to Cafe Del Mar for 2 Breakfasts and a Lunch. Very well priced food and very tasty, I had the Pea pie pud, without a..."

Clint Terris

"Went there for dinner tonight (Monday) place was fairly empty. We found the service to be quite slow but they were training someone so it was..."

Lindsey Wieland Bade

"Went there for dinner and ordered breads and dips, 2 steak mains and creme brulee and pecan pie for dessert. Food was delicious and good portion..."

Andrew Kerr

"Very nice cafe, place looks lovely and food is so good. and the service was amazing quick and lovely. Gonna be going there a again very soon for some..."

Amber Bowis

"Very nice cafe! The Environment is very nice and easy to find.I double checked with the stuff about the opening time. They opened until 9..."

Cin

Esquires Northwood

Wheelchair Accessible

Brunch

Breakfast

Mid-range

"Great little cafe. Good GF options and lovely staff who were more than happy to get me some hot water alongside my mocha , to heat my grandsons..."

sarah crooks

"Perhaps the best mocha I have had from a cafe, and the largest takeaway cup too.. Is almost double the size of the common 'large'. Triple shot is..."

Sam Hubbard

"Delicious crunchy, well portioned fries and tame was accommodating with condiment request. White chocolate Mocha best I’ve had to date. Chairs..."

Angel Keenan

"A very neat little cafe. They have a great selection of food and beverages. The workers all have a smile on their face and seem happy to be there...."

Jack Kelly

"Went there today with my sister and her grandson. Lovely customer service, coffee was perfect and those cheese rolls were amazing. I definitely will..."

Liz Gray

"Out for dinner with dear friends & this is where they brought me. Wonderful clean resaurant. Staff very helpful & not pushy. Meals well priced and..."

shirley tipene

"Got the Americano coffee for myself and latte for my guest, along with a couple of cheese rolls. Service was quick and staff were polite. 5 stars..."

Douglas Sekone-Fraser

"Best gluten free caramel slice and gf brownie. Really good chaI latte. Lovely staff. Only downfall would be that prices are a bit high. But worth..."

Louise B

"Seating not the best. Service was good. Chicken and Bacon strudel very nice. Sister loved her BLT. Coffee..."

Sandra Stapleton

"Had a lovely coffee made exactly how I asked for it.food was good as well.average prices.nice friendly staff.cosy and warm as well..will go..."

Genevieve Smith

"Great food good coffee and friendly staff. The decor is a little uninspiring otherwise I'd give them 5..."

Wzrd Wizitch

"Great staff here and good coffee. I always enjoy popping in for a hot beverage while visiting home in Christchurch! Until next time..."

Jonathon G (Theerealjono)

"Excellent choice of cabinet or from menu food. Reasonably quiet friendly staff. Plenty surrounding choice of shops & good..."

Margaret Jordan

Gourmet Seafoods Shirley

"I dont know where Janice gets her fish and chips but i can tell here now as a former fisherman Eugene is the absolute best fish shop in Christchurch..."

Ewan Horton

"Yum Yum! Our Gourmet meat burgers with tzatzki (and mushrooms for me) were delish! We felt like a change from our regular fish n..."

Gay Rathgen

"The shop was busy but the waiting area has a TV. Entry is through the front door off Hills Road or by the large carpark at the back. I had a..."

Free Trade Winds

"I come here often and don't know why I never thought to leave a review. I love this shop. they're always so sweet and always greet me with a smile...."

Catie Smit

"These guys do the best Donut I've ever had, they do it exactly how I like it because they listen and do my chips nice and crispy and my fish! Always..."

Kim Twort

"Enjoyed our burgers and fish n chips The chips were especially delicious. only regret is I should have got garlic butter. The cook was friendly you..."

Terry Barnett

"Beautiful food!! Always go in on a Friday when the fat is freshly changed the chips are beautiful and the burgers are amazing too..."

Sarah Gillette

"Great fish. Good size and lovely crispy batter. Haven't had chips..."

Phil Thow

"Best food in town and very honest people. Thank you all, my wallet had everything still in it the next day and may karma come your way. Again thank..."

Frank Eden

"Just tried their battered blue cod and chips and their cinnamon donuts. Fish was huge, crisp batter beautiful white flesh and tasted great, chips..."

Diane c

"Best fish and chips I’ve had in years! Chips are the best I’ve ever had and the fish was fried fresh when I ordered. Would highly..."

Sarah Wouters

"Hi guys first time customer tonight been trying so many fish and chip shops since we moved over this side of town and you guys rock fantastic..."

Craig Harry

"You’ll either love or hate the food here. If you expectation is classic style kiwi fish and chips, your in for a treat. If your expectation is a..."

Chris Ginefra

808 Bar & Restaurant & Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great place to take the family or watch a sports event with super big screen & tv just for the kids! We were very impressed. Good selection of food..."

Patrick Moran

"Service makes all the difference! We booked a table specifically for large group and near the TV to watch Rugby final. We arrived to discover table..."

Agent X

"REally friendly service, GENEROUS helping of garlic bread, The fish was just fabulous, two big pieces of fresh thick white fish in a crispy batter...."

Wendy Burns

"Lovely ambience. Excellent and quick service. Friendly helpful staff. Thank you Raj. The salmon was lovely and my husband's steak was cooked to..."

Denise Bowers

"A great night great food, a pleasure to dine there under New management the new manager is friendly and willing to please. took the family and it..."

Sharon Stackhouse

"We had our Christmas function here, and the food was really nice, I'd thoroughly recommend it. The staff were really friendly and onto it too, the..."

Daniel Cooper

"6 of us visited 808 restaurant last Sunday for brunch. Absolutely brilliant! Definitely b going again. Luvly food, fantastic service & surroundings..."

Dianne Cunningham

"Friendly staff, nicely presented meals. Chicken was nothing to rave about, certainly wouldn't order it again - very dry dish, would have been nice to..."

T Gray

"We went there for lunch, there were a few people in there the service was awesome very friendly staff and the food was just perfect couldn't..."

jason Forsyth

"Very quiet but set out nicely and food was well prepared and presented. Tasted exactly how the waiter explained it..."

Jason

"Price are cheap meals are big very good value. Drinks are cheaper than the Hornby Workerman's club by..."

Frances Laine

Number Eight Kiwi Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

Takeout

Mid-range

"Pleasant service at this cafe on the airport. They also do a decent flat white. Nice flavoured brew & presented well in my takeaway cup. Muffins are..."

Diana Waines

"I read the reviews after I had placed my order and paid. If I'd read them beforehand I'd have gone elsewhere. However... So. The service was fine,..."

Peter Kinley

"Don’t know why there is such a low rating we had an awesome breakfast, large portions and the service was also great. Enjoyed our meal and time..."

Andrew Stephens

"Good place to have coffee/drinks at Christchurch Airport. Its just in front of domestic departures on second floor. They keep all hot beverages and..."

Pratik Singh Solanki

"All staff served us are very friendly. We had a proper meal before boarding. Ordered fish n chips, beef salad, all quality and fresh ingredients, and..."

Harrison Wood

Pavilion Cafe, Hornby Workingmens Club

70/100 (1331 ratings)

"We had our work Christmas function here last night. We chose the $42 Christmas buffet. The food was DELICIOUS. Chicken was moist and tasty. ..."

Michelle Kay

"Dined in the newly renovated restaurant with my family of 3 for the Sunday buffet dinner. The food was very nice and of a high standard and the..."

Marcus Peters

"Go here everything we visit Christchurch. Kiddies meals $11 for great main and dessert. All staff helpful and welcoming, shuttle service great...."

Hazel Mulligan

"On Saturday evening I dined at the Hornby Club with my 2 grandchildren aged 2 and 4 years old. We were seated by the wee playground. I would like to..."

Toni Enright

"Had a delicious breakfast. Although my friend didn't get what she ordered. Friendly service. Good decor. Sun is a bit bright morning time. Gets busy...."

John Russell

"A barista name Vincent did it Made our day with those art with tulip and swam! Best coffee and hot chocolate! Everything is at perfect point ! Right..."

Celine Ling

"I went to a function there, and the staff were very friendly and helpful, there were lots of tables, and you could easily see the stage, security..."

Nick Wyse

"Great place. Family friendly. Food reasonably..."

Loretta Adams

"Nice Club this one. Stopped here for lunch and was served up a great meal at very generous prices. They have all the facilities with pool and..."

Murray Quartly

"For hornby it has a pretty good workings men club, good location! And has function rooms that can be hired and normally have events in them. The food..."

Kim butler

"Food was okay. My roast I felt the veges had been from leftovers. Waited over an hour to get the childrens dessert. I think they had forgotten them..."

Liz Gray

"Fantastic new facilities thanks to a recent rebuild. Been members for many years but let it lapse through Lockdown and then waiting for the build to..."

Mandy Heslop

"If you are going for a party vibe then this is not for you. This is a working men's club and is awesome. Good food and great prices ... for..."

Trevor Sawyer

"Went to eat out in the cafe so noisy in the bar area, but one lady serving out had such a loud voice, disappointing however my meal was nice steak..."

Margaret Chapman

"I had my 50th birthday there Saturday. The staff were amazing and so friendly and helpful. Greer who handled our function was so good at..."

Paula Sainsbury

Waffle Mania

"Wow! We are waffle lovers and today, I think we had the best. Both the waffles we purchased were picture perfect and tasted even better. We had the..."

Tina Kennedy

"Soooo in love with Waffle Mania! There has not been one flavour I have not enjoyed, but the S’more waffle is definitely my favourite. Absolutely..."

Gail Cook

"These are truly great waffles. Had the Smores and the Apple crumble both absolutely delicious.. would highly..."

Louise Wedlake

"These waffles are amazing!!!! I would have a picture but ate them too..."

Georgia Kate

"Had the chance to try the delicious Waffles from Waffle Mania on Saturday Night They were fresh and the waffle was soo light and delicious Highly..."

Julie Anne Hewitt

"Myself, my partner and few friends tasted these amazing waffles today at the new Brighton market and we were so impressed! Every one was super yummy..."

Emma Feringa

"Best waffles in town by far! Can't wait for..."

Lauren Healey

Pizza Republic

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

The Chicken Shack

Kowhai Cafe

"I love this cafe. The food is very tasty and a welcome change from my food at home. I love the baps. Sooooo tasty. Staff great so obliging and..."

S T I C H K I Đ

"Not what you’d expect from your local garden centre cafe! Such yummy food and coffee, and a really unique setting in the tropical garden house...."

Te Koha Russo-Greig

"Great food, great service in a beautiful setting. Also many great gf, vegan and veg options. Highly recommend checking it..."

Beth Biederman

"Great coffee. One of the few cafes which actually make my coffee extra hot. Need to sort out queues ; the only niggle...."

Carol Randal

"Love this place since it’s been done up. Gorgeous setting among plants and water. And great area for the toddlers to..."

Heather Horner

"n8ce setting coffee real good staff..."

Rowan Romayne

"Excellent staff and..."

Brockdin Barr

"Good tucker..."

Craig Stewart

Emily

Brent Marshall (Beej)

Daniela Harlow

Gail Davison

Caroline Doole

Number Eight

"Pleasant service at this cafe on the airport. They also do a decent flat white. Nice flavoured brew & presented well in my takeaway cup. Muffins are..."

Diana Waines

"I read the reviews after I had placed my order and paid. If I'd read them beforehand I'd have gone elsewhere. However... So. The service was fine,..."

Peter Kinley

"Don’t know why there is such a low rating we had an awesome breakfast, large portions and the service was also great. Enjoyed our meal and time..."

Andrew Stephens

"Good place to have coffee/drinks at Christchurch Airport. Its just in front of domestic departures on second floor. They keep all hot beverages and..."

Pratik Singh Solanki

"All staff served us are very friendly. We had a proper meal before boarding. Ordered fish n chips, beef salad, all quality and fresh ingredients, and..."

Harrison Wood

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