Food establishment in New Zealand

“Beautiful works in a beautiful building. Even the drain pipes are beautiful.”

“Thanks so much for a fantastic night on Saturday night! We booked the Poplar Social club for a birthday party, and it was great! Sarah was wonderful to deal with before the event, helpful and professional with great suggestions, and we felt organised and in control. The night went completely to plan, including timing for all the food, and Adam was absolutely fantastic behind the bar and helped make it such a great night. Thanks so much guys, it was awesome”

“If you want to learn about hospitality, I 100% recommend joining this institution. You'll gain a lot of valuable knowledge about the hospitality and catering industry, along with hands on skills in areas such as FOH, kitchen skills, barista, food safety and much more. The institution offers a variety of opportunities and helps guide you in figuring out what you want to do even if you're unsure about your career path. You'll meet a diverse group of people and the experience is truly valuable. I've met some amazing individuals that I cherish. The mentors and staff are incredible - special thanks to Chef Andy, who's been the perfect teacher and provided us with this amazing opportunity to learn.”

C J's Takeaways delivers a coffee‑and‑cabinet line‑up that’s straight to the point. Morning service moves at a steady clip. Service stays present without fuss. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in.

“The pizza here was really good—fresh, tasty, and loaded with toppings. The crust was just right, not too thick or thin. The staff were polite and the service was quick. A nice place to grab a pizza with friends. Would happily visit again!”

“Amazing food, great service and so affordable. A really great dining experience. Interesting chat with the tutors of the students too. They are doing great work. Well done everyone!”

“Have experienced super good service here! The staff are always friendly and I’ve often been given a complimentary drink, which is such a nice touch. I usually get delivery or pick-up rather than dining in, and it’s always been super fast and ready when I arrive. Portion sizes are generous, the food is always delicious, and they consistently have great deals available online. I even took my grandparents here once, and now they’re huge Thai fans too! Definitely one of my go-to spots & would highly recommend!”

“Very flavoursome well presented and friendly service. Table for 8 and all enjoyed their meals. Highly recommended, easy parking. Will return for sure.”

“Very authentic Thai food! Recommend the green curry and the beef salad. Great service as well. Saw that they have Thai green iced tea. Might try next time.”

“Five-star service! The atmosphere here is perfect—very relaxing with cozy music and a nice interior. I was particularly impressed by Lois Law. She went above and beyond by helping me secure a booking early and provided excellent recommendations. Her friendly and kind nature really stands out. I’ll be returning soon for sure!”

“I don’t think I’ve ever eaten this much before! It was so delicious, highly recommend. I also wanted to make a point of the customer service that was greatly appreciated, we had a small miscommunication in the beginning as it was our first time here, but our waitress was gracious and helpful.”

“We were seated promptly and given food and drink menus. Both of us opted for the beef fillet, one rare and the other medium rare. They were done to perfection, melted in your mouth and were tasty. The accompanying vegetables were also first rate. There was a good wine list , although not all were available by the glass. My glass of Cabernet Sauvignon was a standout. We thought the atmosphere and service were great and would we would return here to eat.”

“I had a great experience at this restaurant the other day. The interior is both elegant and inviting, creating a sophisticated ambiance. We visited for lunch as a group of 8 including locals who are regulars here. Many of us opted for the highly recommended their “Chefs pie”: Beef & Ale Pie, a generous portion of flaky pastry filled with savory beef,buttery cabbage, creamy mashed potatoes, and rich gravy. It was a delicious and satisfying choice. The other dishes ordered by our group were equally well-received. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome. We'll definitely be returning to this wonderful restaurant.”

“Great little pit stop about a half hour north of Christchurch. Home style food, lovely staff, great BLT, good coffee.”

“Great cafe in Waikuku. Good choice of freshly made food in the cabinet. We had the salmon quiche and chicken filo - both were excellent. Coffee was good too. Worth a stop on SH1.”

“One of our favourite cafes, always friendly, great food and a lovely setting with a big garden.”

“This cafe is absolutely gorgeous! The outdoor seating area is such a treat – you even get a free concert from the local birds! I tried the seafood chowder and the Morning smoothie, and both were amazing. Huge shoutout to Sophie for the super friendly and professional service! This place totally made my day.”

“Popped in this cafe after a long time away from Christchurch. The ownership changed. So did the Italian atmosphere and the furniture looks a bit tired. But the coffee is still good and they have a good and varied selection of cabinet food. Service is impeccable and super friendly.”

“Visited today for a cup of coffee and foods. Very busy but staff served me kindly. Many choice of foods and coffee was hot. This little cafe is managed as I always see the staff cleaning every corner of the cafe. Recommended.”

“It’s good that we have a indian grocery here and we can buy our desire items for here”

“Just wanted to leave a review to say Thanks so much for the awesome service today. My husband phoned with a raw food issue from your supplier, (nothing you had any control over and nothing we have ever had an issue with prior) and you guys have gone above and beyond to sort and replace this for us. We have been buying all our stock and pet feed from you for a very long time and will continue to do so. Really appreciate the knowledge, understanding and friendly service. Thank You again from very Happy customers!!”

“As a cat breeder, we take all our cats here. The ladies are all wonderful and the Vet is excellent.”

“Loved heading there today on a drizzly day following a three day tramp at Island Hills Station. Great variety of pools of different temperatures, and although extremely busy, there was plenty of space for everyone. Pretty expensive entry prices, so have to go for a whole day if taking the family. Discounted entry price for AA members.”

“Such a pleasure to walk in to a shop and feel welcomed, the place was easy to navigate and the staff were very helpful, will be going back there many many times. the 2 ladies working on Saturday are amazing and funny, they made me feel so welcome. The other Mike.”

“Oddfellows has consistently good coffee, and a delicious selection of cabinet food. Everything I have tried from here has been fantastic, they never disappoint! Having a gluten free scone or similar baked item would be an asset”

“Nice place with nice view of Golf course but the menu changed, no Egg royal etc...anymore”

“I love their whole vibe. Amazing coffee, quiet inside/outside seating, and knowledgeable staff. Every interaction was friendly and helpful, I found my new favorite brew! Grabbed some beans for home too. Highly recommend!”

“Went in for a coffee, outstanding service and amazing coffee will definitely be back again!”

“Black Betty Café offers generous portions at reasonable prices, and the service is impressively quick. It’s a fantastic spot for brunch. I especially recommend the Eggs Benny—the house-made hollandaise is delicious. A cozy café that’s perfect for a quick catch-up.”

“Lovely Cafe and Roastery that is dog friendly! My partner and I enjoyed our brunch here with our Pup Tilly and ate tastey cabinet food including a famous Fairlie pie shop pie, whilst enjoying delicious coffee. Would definitely recommend”