Restaurants in Christchurch

“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.”

“Was recommended this place by a freind, it had been playing in my mind to order here as I had tried their lard about three years ago and it was average as. Nonetheless I ordered. We were told 40 mins. We waited some more. With a 40 minute wait you’d expect to walk in and have mutlple chefs gone but no. There was one. I walked in the store and got the food. After a brief and frisk drive home, the smell of this takeaway wofting into my nostrils had me readily for a goon. I then got home. One sip of the Panang curry, One bite of curry puff, one tear of spare rib. I knew I’d hit a gem! Ken oath legends This Thai place is a keeper!”

“Came here tonight, have been before but not recently. Service was fantastic, the waitress was very helpful and attentive. I have an egg allergy and they were very accommodating and helpful. Food was fantastic, we got 2 starters and 3 mains between us (3) and they were all very tasty. Atmosphere was nice, pretty quiet with it being a Tuesday. Highly recommend you come here and we will be back.”

“Tremendous food and excellent service. Only thing was that as an American Diner there should have been filtered coffee, then I found it. Absolutely perfect”

“Very good dining atmosphere. Had The sushi train experience. Wish there could be more sashimi variety that will be amazing.”

“11/10 dim sum spot. Everything was delicious and fresh. Quick, polite service. Weekends have fresh baked pork and custard buns. Very reasonably priced. Menu has pictures and color coded pricing for each set of items ranging from $5.90 to $9.90 with the odd higher priced dish like the Peking duck. Wish I had more room to try more things. We will definitely be back.”

“We had a lovely birthday lunch. Food was fabulous, service was excellent and we had a window seat as well. Coffee was perfect too”

“We came here based off a recommendation and will definitely be back! We ate early, so there wasn't much of an atmosphere and the service was a little relaxed - which is fine, as we weren't in a rush. The food was out of this world! The portions are huge and the flavour in everything was just amazing. Our table each had something different and everyone thought that their dish was the best. We honestly loved this place and can't wait to visit again!”

“Such a gorgeous place ! Such lovely people. Drinks were great, food was great, service was great. Love the decor. Cosy relaxed vibe such a sunny garden at the back loads of plants 100% make this your morning coffee spot. Came here everyday while we were staying. Lots of vegan / vegetarian options and substitutes too.”

“The food was lovely, we went specifically to hear the live music and have a few nibbles with our drinks. I am very critical when it comes to squid and what arrived on my plate was cooked to perfection. I loved the live music supplied by the Jinx Duo, the atmosphere they created was fun and good easy listening.”

At Chiwahwah Mexican Cantina Bar, the menu stays classic fish‑and‑chips with tidy execution. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry keeps clean. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

Casa Publica keeps things classic fish‑and‑chips and focused on flavour. Ribs and steaks arrive seasoned and tender. Sweets lean classic and not overly rich. Serve sizes show solid value. Fillets arri...

The Craft Embassy runs with a kebab and pita menu and an easy pace. Cuts are sliced to order with good pace. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Ord...

On the plate at Vic's Cafe, the idea is breakfast‑and‑brunch and well judged. Outdoors works when the weather plays along. Eggs land on point and toast keeps its crunch. Service stays present without fuss.

Therapy Coffee leans into a coffee‑and‑cabinet approach without the fuss. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. There’s room for an easy weekend brunch. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down.

El Quincho - Argentine BBQ leans into a coffee‑and‑cabinet approach without the fuss. A riverside backdrop rounds out the stop. Ribs and steaks arrive seasoned and tender. Serve sizes show solid value.

Jimmy's Smokehouse leans into a classic fish‑and‑chips approach without the fuss. Ribs and steaks arrive seasoned and tender. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in. Serve sizes show solid value. Combin...

On the plate at Gentle Giant Cafe, the idea is coffee‑and‑cabinet and well judged. Cabinet bakes and slices cover a quick stop. There’s room for an easy weekend brunch. Service stays present without fuss.

Arcadia runs with a classic fish‑and‑chips menu and a relaxed pace. Pricing lines up with the offer. Fries and sides round things out neatly. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean. Service stay...

RE Burger Hornby leans into a classic fish‑and‑chips approach with tidy execution. Pricing lines up with the offer. Combinations read bold but stay balanced. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean.

Captain Ben's keeps things classic fish‑and‑chips and focused on flavour. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in.