Restaurants in Christchurch

“Fantastic experience, fantastic cafe will be returning”

“Definitely worth the visit, food was top-notch with good portion sizes. Staff amazing and a real cool atmosphere. If you enjoy good Indian food recommend you give Indian Hut a try”

“We celebrated an anniversary here and trusted the chef. Couldn’t have asked for a better evening. From the moment we walked in, the attention to detail throughout the service was fantastic. The food was incredible. A well put together seasonal menu. We both left full and completely satisfied. Perfect intimate setting in an upstairs area. 5 stars well deserved. Can’t thank the team enough for making our evening special. We will not be forgetting our meal anytime soon!”

Chef Astig EuroAsian Cuisine favours a simple, bistro‑style mix with clear flavours. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Orders move at a steady pace. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down.

Nori table - The Tannery leans into a pan‑Asian comfort approach with tidy execution. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Dumplings and bowls carry clear, direct flavours. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

“11/10 recommend!! This place is the best - no frills, amazing prices, and huge portions! Incredibly quick service!”

Izumi sushi leans into a pan‑Asian comfort approach with tidy execution. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Orders move at a steady pace. A family‑frie...

The One Next Door leans into a simple, bistro‑style approach with tidy execution. Serve sizes show solid value. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

Nanny's Food Truck runs with a classic fish‑and‑chips menu and an easy pace. A riverside backdrop rounds out the stop. Takeaway travels well and holds its crunch. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down.

Salt (Fish and Chips) runs with a classic fish‑and‑chips menu and a relaxed pace. Clear gluten‑free options are available. Pricing lines up with the offer. Serve sizes show solid value. Fries and side...

“It's not the cheapest sushi but the selection is great and the premises is very nice and easy to order from. Lovely high ceiling and nice furniture. Even the wooden chopsticks and soy bottles feel premium compared to other sushi restaurants. I would advise eating in rather than takeway.”

“Absolutely the best Japanese restaurant and a real asset for Kaipoi. First time diners and food was magnificent and cooked with precision ,humor and flavors are to die for. Will definitely be back.”

“I got the BBQ Pork Bun, Mozzarella Cheese Dog, Korean sticky chicken, as well as a lot of Asian snacks. Very affordable, heaps of variety and we saw a lot of trending items like the Pickle in a pouch. The hot food was delicious! Will be back again soon!”

“Delicious! Smash Browns and Chicken Fenders were very tasty and addictive. We felt they were perfectly seasoned, though some might find them a tad too salty depending on your preference. There are plant-based vegan and vegetarian options too. Great for a quick bite before or after flights or while waiting for your rental vehicle nearby. About a 10min walk from the airport terminal. There are boards showing real-time updates of departing and arriving flights. We dropped by for our first meal in the country after flying in, and came again for our final meal before flying off. Plenty of parking outside. Tables are a little sticky, and sometimes the benches during lunch hour have crumbs; could do with more thorough cleaning.”

“We had such a great experience for our New Year’s Eve dinner that we came again for my father in-law’s birthday! The set menu for New Year’s Eve was absolutely delicious! We had the same waitress both times and she made the experience exceptional (her name is Janice from Germany-sorry for not spelling her name correctly). She is a rockstar! When we came for the regular menu, and everything tasted so good! It is a very unique restaurant and wish there were more like this! (The 200 g Canterbury beef fillet is a must! The homemade bread is delicious and so is the soup special)”

“Lovely cafe. Good selection of brunch options including vegan meals. Coffee is also very good. Perfect spot for breakfast/brunch.”

“Absolutely delicious pizza and the best calamari I’ve ever had in my life! The atmosphere is lovely and the staff are incredibly friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this place — you must try it ! ❤️”

“Friendly and attentive staff, yummy food at a decent price, nice view over the estuary. Veggie Grill was an unexpected delight not normally afforded to vegetarians visiting a steakhouse!”

Unknown Chapter Coffee Roasters favours a coffee‑and‑cabinet mix with clear, clean flavours. Packaging keeps things in good shape to go. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Serve sizes show solid value.

Seoul Chicken Club favours a burger‑led mix with clear flavours. A sensible spend for the spread. There’s room for an easy weekend brunch. Fries and sides round things out neatly. Meat‑free options ar...

At Hikari Sushi Train, the menu stays Japanese‑leaning with tidy execution. A sensible spend for the spread. Serve sizes show solid value. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Music and pace...

Pomeroy's Old Brewery Inn favours a simple, bistro‑style mix with clear, clean flavours. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Value feels fair for the quality.

On the plate at Brazooka - BBQ Brazil, the idea is simple, bistro‑style and well judged. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Serve sizes show solid value. Value feels fair for the quality.

King of Snake runs with a classic fish‑and‑chips menu and a relaxed pace. Outdoors works well when the weather plays along. Vegetarian picks read as complete plates. Portions suit sharing without tipping heavy.

BurgerFuel Riccarton keeps things burger‑led and focused on flavour. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Service stays present without fuss. Fries and sides round things out neatly. Portions are genero...

Eightgrains Dumplings & Bao delivers a pan‑Asian comfort line‑up that’s straight to the point. Meat‑free options are woven into the menu. Dumplings and bowls carry clear, direct flavours. Service stays present without fuss.

“The soy latte in our keepcup was exceptional. We had hoped to try the famous cheesecake, but unfortunately, it was already sold out by 1 pm. We'll have to give it a try next time we visit.”

“Highly recommended for everyone in the family. A beautiful free (donations are welcome) museum, filled with far more aircrafts than we initially expected. Lots to read and discover, displays were well put together and the pacing through the exhibits is perfect. If you need a break, there is a simple cafe, a lovely little gift shop and peaceful grounds. Wish we had more time to explore this past visit. We will have to set aside more time the next visit!”

“Absolutely delightful atmosphere with a video showing floral landscapes and tranquil music. Cappuccino good. Friendly staff. As a follower of Jesus, I felt very comfortable here. 4:44 pm on September 19 2025”