Food establishment in Christchurch

“We went out to a recommended restaurant for dinner, and the experience was wonderful. The waitress was exceptionally warm, gentle, and welcoming. The dishes take some time to be served since everything is prepared fresh, but it is absolutely worth the wait. For starters, we ordered: – Smoked Burrata with strawberries – beautifully presented and incredibly tasty. – Wild Mushroom Gyoza, served with sesame sauce, chili oil, and an Asian-style salad. An excellent dish, with perfectly steamed dumplings. For the main courses, which are the restaurant’s signature dishes: 1. Fish of the day – salmon, served tender, delicate, and absolutely delicious. 2. Braised Beef Cheek – slow-cooked with miso and sweet potato purée. The dishes were outstanding, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. There is both visual elegance and exceptional taste in every plate. Of course, we couldn’t leave without dessert. We ordered the pudding, which is their signature dessert, and it was excellent as well. We enjoyed the meal so much that we will definitely return to enjoy this wonderful food again, clearly prepared with great care and passion by the chef.”

“Lovely shop. Busy but coffees were incredibly quick and well presented. Impressive stuff. Food was excellent as well. Edit 2. Another stop at the cafe. Cute to go cups & the barista on the machine is a consistency machine. Props to him. Cafe could use another carpet or two. Something to help with the noise.”

“What can I say except that it was so good, and the girls are working with a smile. As a Belgian, I've really liked the decorations with the Belgian comics!”

“My visit to the Fat Beagle Cafe in Darfield was a breakfast experience beyond compare. The moment I stepped in, I was greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. What truly stood out was their dedication to customer satisfaction. The staff listened attentively to our preferences, ensuring that the breakfast was tailored to our liking, resulting in a delicious meal. The food quality was exceptional, with a menu boasting a wide variety of options. From the hearty breakfast dishes to the delectable coffee, every aspect was outstanding. The Fat Beagle Cafe is undoubtedly a must-visit for anyone seeking great food and a memorable breakfast experience.”

“I've had a lot of eggs bennies in my time and this was honestly one of the best. The cloud bread was so soft and yummy”

“Another cost effective place to shop, great prices for the family on their packaged frozen goods from Ice cream to chargrilled chicken portions, fish and savouries, pastries and cheese slices, that's only a few of so many items they stock. With their great staff and products you'll be heading back for more the next week they are cheaper than the Supermarkets for the chicken and fish items especially, so give them a try if you want to save money. No I don't work for them either I just appreciate their deals and lovely staff and would like to let those people and families trying to survive out there that there are alternatives to the Supermarkets. Give them a try you won't regret it.”

“Can be some good deals to be had here. Reasonable range of produce and some off road parking which can quickly get taken up. Just funny when staff are wearing Chin Masks. If they are going to wear masks, then wear them properly or not at all.”

“A lovely atmosphere with with friendly staff and unique decor. There was a great selection of both menu and cabinet foods. Many options had something special that lifted them above standard cafe items. The food was absolutely delicious and we will definitely be back to try more options. It’s wonderful on a sunny day to sit outside and enjoy the calm environment while the children have lots to see. We loved the special glassware for the milkshakes and coffees.”

“Awesome lot of people Very nice people well orginsed and very cheap goodies Go have a look you wont come out of the shop without tempting to spend money These are good baby snacks”

“Its great and has the Dr pepper and Welches zero plus one piece anime energy drinks all Zero sugar options. 5/5”

“This is the best halloumi and chicken salad I have had in Chch! Absolutely so amazing Had everything in it Please don’t walk here to get one Run! It’s worth it”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely outstanding! Purple Weka Café is hands-down one of the best spots in Christchurch. The coffee is consistently excellent, smooth and perfectly made every time. The food is generous, fresh, and full of flavour – real Kiwi-style portions with that homemade feel. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with staff who go above and beyond to make you feel at home. Whether it’s a quick coffee, a hearty breakfast, or a relaxed lunch, this place delivers every single time. A true local gem – can’t recommend it highly enough!”

“Love this place. The food is freshly made the coffee is very well made and the staff are very friendly. The chef Ryo know what he is doing. The food is tasty beautiful and down to earth. It is not expensive especially for the size of the portions. The coffee was smooth and very nice. Definitely worth a visit even if it means a detour.”

“There are so many items and great prices. The staff are lovely. Ordering online is easy and delivery is fast.”

“I really enjoy the Hoyts Lux experience. Its obvious the higher end of expense but we use as a treat every now and then. What i particularly enjoy is the personalised attention from when you are greeted at the door right through to ordering food and drinks. Its nice to feel special once in a while sitting in a recliner, drinking a cold alcoholic beverage and waiting for the sliders to arrive. Its definitely the highlight of my week.”

“Great fast service, most clients are heading shows as perfectly placed for a pre show meal. Recommend booking as small restaurant and previously we have not been able to get a table. Food delicious, tasty and friendly team.”

“One of the nicest places in the city for Sunday high tea brunch. French creperie with multiple choices of both sweet and sour French crepes, including some vegan options. There are plenty of suggested options, but you can also go wild and create your own one. Crepes are really amazing, very tasty, good size portions and amazing taste. It’s really great that there is vegan options available, made of buckwheat. If you have not enough of sugar you can finish with a great desert selection. Coffee is slightly bitter and not the best blend , but tea selection is perfect.”

“We went to The Old Leithfield Hotel for dinner on a busy Saturday night (super rugby final) with our 5 month old baby. Even though we didn't have a booking the friendly wait staff went out of their way to accommodate us and made sure we were comfortable. We both had the roast which was generous and delicious. The beef was tender and the veges perfect it was the best pub experience with a young baby, and the best roast beef. We also had the salt and pepper squid entree which was fantastic. Perfectly tender and crispy! Thank you very much to the team at The Old Leithfield Hotel.”

“Very good friendly service and lovely people. Food is amazing and the prices are even better. Had chicken burger and was massive and very good price, chips and fish were nice and hot and delicious. Overall very good value for a delicious meal. Also the only fish and chip shop that I know of that actually charges half the price for a half scoop of chips! Definitely come again.”

“Amazing team, great food delicious, and well-proportioned, sauces were on point definitely recommended to family and friends”

“The pizza was absolutely delicious and was a delight on my tongue, the people who work here are delightful and so lovely!”

“Great experience!! We hosted our end of year work function here for Lunch and it was so amazing. There was heaps of food, great staff and really nice outdoor function room! Very good experience organising this with staff before the event and they were lovely to deal with. Everyone reported they had an amazing time and one of the things everyone has said since the event was "would love to do this again next year". 10/10”

“Great food, and very welcoming staff. We had the best butter chicken and their naan tasted super authentic. Overall amazing experience. Highly recommend.”

“Amazing food and great service at Indian Roots! The flavours were authentic, and the staff were warm and welcoming. Highly recommend for anyone craving quality Indian cuisine.”

“Came in while wondering what to have for dinner Ended up getting the chicken dhaba after the young man working there recommended it i asked for Punjabi style as i know the flavour are so much more intense i was amazed at how amazing it was especially with chipati to dip in it Value for money”

“The Best Indian Dining Experience! I recently visited Roti Chai and had an absolutely phenomenal experience. This is easily a five-star review, primarily because of the incredible food and the truly outstanding service. The Indian cuisine here is nothing short of amazing. I particularly loved the Lamb Biryani—it was aromatic, perfectly spiced, and rich in flavor. The Lamb Korma was equally delicious, featuring tender meat in a wonderfully creamy and complex sauce. What truly elevated the meal was the warm and attentive service. Everything was fast, efficient, and the entire staff was super friendly. The manager, Anil, along with the rest of the team, provided the best service ever. They were genuinely attentive and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. If you're looking for delicious Indian food paired with exceptional hospitality, look no further than Roti Chai. Highly, highly recommended!”

“Went at this lovely South Indian restaurant for dinner last night, we ordered Samosa chat as entree, mysore masala dosa, cheese dosa and plain dosa for mains. All the food is absolutely delicious and the dosa is very crunchy which I love the most also the coconut chutney and red chutney are delicious. Must try dosa from Chanakya one of the best in town highly recommend. There are sitting area in the restaurant but very limited. Don’t forget to book the table cause it’s always busy and hard to get table for dine in.”

“We had a great experience at this restaurant! We started with the coconut prawns and spring rolls — both were very flavorful and fresh. For mains, we had the Pad Thai and Thai Green Curry, which were absolutely delicious. The service was excellent — the lady who served us was so nice and friendly, and the gentleman was very prompt and attentive. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and we loved the place!”

“Great service, food was excellent will definitely come back again.”