Cafe in Christchurch

“Beautiful library building enhanced by decent coffee, simple food done well and kind service.”

Woodstock Addington favours a simple, bistro‑style mix with clear flavours. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Wait times are contained even when busy.

“Very nice and polite staff and the owner carefully explained the hotpot. Hotpot was pretty good and the mixture of the sesame paste was great! This store lives up to its name.”

“The best cheese scones I’ve tried in a long time. Hands down. Well worth the visit! Delicious reliable coffee every time & the most friendly attentive staff. Special thanks to Hugo who exceeded expectations today and was incredibly polite & welcoming. Kin has stunning cabinet food but also gorgeous menu items. Beautiful setting adjacent to the food, cookware & floristry section of Ballantynes. Highly recommended, lovely and quiet.”

“Fast and friendly service. Piping hot and tasty chai lattes (have had them good takeaway too, my only comment is that I wish the 'large' takeaways were bigger as they are pretty small) . Lively atmosphere and lovely decor with all the different pictures/paintings hung on the walls. Great selection of cabinet food. We had a custard muffin, it was delish. All in all a great new cafe on the block.”

“As the old man lay on his death bed, he told tales of his achievements to his gathered loved ones. As he neared the end, he did mention one regret. "I wish I had spent more time at the Opawa Bowl and Jack". His family nodded approvingly, for this was true.”

“Great service food is delicious. Also great that is attached to Garden shop.”

“Incredibly friendly bar. Spent Cup Day afternoon here with mates and were treated like locals. Given platters of food for free and were made to feel welcome. Price of drinks considerably cheaper that all other bars we went to over Cup Week. Cheers guys”

“Our new go to local, food always fast, nice substantial. Staff are awesome and attentive to requests and needs.”

“Great pub to have a catch up and have a cold beer”

“It's a local pub. Saturday is the best to visit around 8 pm. Good live band. All friendly local crowed. Good service.”

“Pool table inside operated by 2$ coins per game. Sitting area outside. Perfect for a beer and a game.”

“Riverside Cantina is a fantastic bar with an excellent cocktail selection. The espresso martini was enjoyable, and the spicy margarita was outstanding. There is ample seating, although it is shared with other restaurants.”

StockXChange Bar & Grill keeps things simple, bistro‑style and focused on flavour. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Service stays present without fuss. Value feels fair for the quality.

New Brighton Club favours a classic fish‑and‑chips mix with clear flavours. Serve sizes show solid value. Fish lands crisp with light batter and chips stay tidy. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Ser...

“We visited La Luna last night and were so impressed! The pork belly was absolutely delicious – perfectly crispy skin and juicy, tender meat. Great value for money and the staff were super friendly.Highly recommended❤️❤️❤️”

“Ok supermarket, which is well presented. Plenty of car parking and centrally located in Rangiora. Countdown has a good variety of products. Reasonably priced with most of products that you will need. Good customer service at the check outs and reasonably easy to find assistance if you need help. This supermarket is an ok place to get what you need. Nothing brilliant stands out about this Countdown apart from it's a quite new building, so it is has a very good layout inside and outside.”

“Me and my wife had lunch at Columbus Coffee Rangiora and really enjoyed it. We ordered Coffee , pasta and large fries the pasta was delicious and the fries were excellent. The staff were polite and friendly, which made the experience even better. Highly recommended, we will definitely come again!”

“I stopped by Coffee Culture at lunchtime for a mocha latte, and it’s the best I’ve had so far in Christchurch! I’ve been hooked on mocha drinks ever since a tea-tasting ceremony in Japan, where I had the most unforgettable mocha. The mocha latte here had a well-balanced portion of tea powder, delivering a pure, smooth, and hearty taste—perfect for colder weather. However, the mocha powder didn’t fully dissolve, which was a bit disappointing—definitely could use a better tea whisk. The customer service was fantastic! The staff were super friendly, and I was especially impressed by the person taking orders—patient, welcoming, and greeting everyone with a warm smile. The café is also in a great spot, surrounded by a variety of stores, making it a convenient and enjoyable place to visit. Definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area!”

“I just want to give the Deli staff a shout out - they are AWESOME! I regularly pop in to grab something for lunch and they are always so friendly, and each one of them is a pleasure!”

“Best place in New Zealand for Australians to eat and drink. Great friendly staff, owners are friendly and very helpful. $25 parmi or ribs with a beer, wine, spirit or soft drink! We ate here every night and even went for the $12 bacon and eggs with free coffee one morning. Could not recommend enough! Large servings and unbelievable quality!!”

“We had the most amazing time here and didn’t want to leave! Perfect location just a bus ride into the city which leaves from outside. The room was perfect exactly what we needed and the bed was so comfortable. The food in the restaurant/bar was amazing and extra points for the good Guiness which my partner said was the best one he’s had in New Zealand!! Top class service and hospitality, shoutout to the manager who really engaged with us throughout our trip and who was always up for a chat, he took care of everything we needed throughout our trip and made us feel so welcome. Would definitely recommend staying here to everyone traveling to Christchurch and would love to return again.”

“I had avocado toast here for lunch today. Chef Jessie has delivered the plate to my table by himself. The food was amazing, fresh, delicious and lovely presentated! It's one of my favourite places for healthy delicious lunch. As well they have sparkling water straight from the tap, what is so unusual.”

“We stopped for a coffee and snack and I was amazed to see gluten free cheese rolls! I know its incredibly hard to make anything with gluten free bread and my husband had not had a cheese roll for so long! Even better his gluten free one was the same price as my non gluten free one! Top marks all around.”

“I had a wonderful time. I enjoyed a hibiscus tea with the Bubble And Squeak for breakfast.”

“I do regular photoshoots for Fat Eddie’s & can’t recommend them enough. Great team, awesome vibe, & a bar that always knows how to put on a good night. Makes my job easy and fun every time.”

“Fantastic food and highly respectful wait staff. I loved the Bombay chicken... It was absolutely out of this world. The best part is that you can get Uber eats from this establishment! For the best curry in Christchurch I would say that Corianders is the place to go. They have a superb range of gluten free options.”

“I went to have a chat up with my friends today, and this coffee club does make it a fantastic experience! The club sandwich is huge and delicious. Their iced chocolate is also a stand-out with plenty of toppings. The place is spacious and super clean. And the staff are always so friendly. Couldn't ask for more, five stars!”

“Valentines Hornby is our favourite place to eat! We go at least once a month and cannot fault it. The food is fantastic - a great variety, very fresh, always beautifully cooked, and nicely presented. They often experiment with new dishes but you can rely on the favourites to always be there. The food is always hot and constantly replenished, and there is a great salad bar too. The dessert is amazing! Such a variety, including a chocolate fountain and ice cream machine. I love all the small portion mousses, meringues, cheesecake, hot dishes and the sides, like berries, cream and sauces. The lemon roulade is so good! The staff are very friendly and helpful and the service is great too. We cannot praise this place enough - do yourself a favour and check it out! Great value for money too.”

Chic Restaurant - Bar delivers a burger‑led line‑up that’s straight to the point. Sides support without crowding the plate. Serve sizes show solid value. Fries and sides round things out neatly. The t...