Explore Our Dining Options
Explore Christchurch and Canterbury dining from relaxed cafés and bars to formal or group dining. Our culturally diverse region has dining options suitable for all itinerary styles.
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Group Friendly Restaurants - Local Cuisine
Enjoy our wide selection of group friendly restaurants, many within walking distance of central city hotels. -
Group Friendly Restaurants - International Cuisine
Enjoy a wide selection of international cuisine restaurants, many within walking distance of central city hotels.Credit: Neat Places
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The Best High Tea In ChristchurchEnjoy an extravagant high tea! Round up your mates and get fancy with the best high teas in Christchurch.
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Credit: Neat Places Best International Eats In Ōtautahi ChristchurchThere's no need to grab your passport, in Ōtautahi you can travel the world with your taste buds. -
Credit: Young Adventuress Best Cellar Doors And Breweries In Christchurch And BeyondFrom Ōtautahi Christchurch’s world-winning craft beers to Waipara’s wine trail, fend off the winter chill in the Central South Island’s finest cellar doors and breweries. You deserve it. -
The Top Craft Beer Spots in ChristchurchAre these the best craft beer spots in Christchurch? We reckon this list nails it. Does your favourite bar/brew make the cut?
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The Best Burgers In ChristchurchAre these the best burgers in Christchurch? We reckon this list nails it. Does your favourite joint make the cut?
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7 of The Best Places to Eat American Food in ChristchurchMassive portions, bottomless refills and greasy food comas. The USA does fast food best, here is the top 7 places to get your American foodie fix in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
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Superb Vegan And Vegetarian Eats In Ōtautahi ChristchurchDiscover the endless possibilities of plant-based delights at the growing number of vegan or vegetarian eateries around Ōtautahi.
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Credit: Neat Places Best Scones In Ōtautahi ChristchurchSweet, or savory, buttery soft with a golden crunch. A good café scone is highly coveted in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Here’s a list of top scones in the city. -
Credit: Neat Places Best Baos In Ōtautahi ChristchurchBao buns are a popular Asian dish made from sweetened open-face buns, stuffed full with various fillings packing a flavour punch! Here's our list of the top bao picks in Christchurch. -
Best noodles in Ōtautahi ChristchurchThere is something seriously comforting about a bowl of noodles. They hit the mark no matter your craving. Here are our picks of the best noodles in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
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Christchurch’s Wine Playground – North Canterbury Wine RegionJust north of Ōtautahi Christchurch, you'll discover one of the most exciting wine destinations in New Zealand.
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The Top 10 Fried Chicken Joints in ChristchurchAre these the top fried chicken eat in Christchurch? We recon this list nails it. Does your favourite joint make the cut?
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Riverside Market Central Spots For Brunch Or Lunch In ŌtautahiGet yourself fuelled up for a big day of city slicking at one of these delightfully delicious cafes in the central city. -
Top Dumpling Picks in ChristchurchThere’s no denying we all love a good dumpling every now and then, and in Christchurch there’s dumpling pockets all over town! Explore what there is to love about dumplings around the city.
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Top Eats In Mid CanterburyMid Canterbury boasts a range of eateries well worth getting to know. We’ve gathered some of the best to help you explore the region. Expect everything from traditional Japanese ramen and your classic baked goods, to hearty pub grub and quality coffee.
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Get Your Seafood Fix In KaikōuraIf there’s one place in Canterbury where you should indulge in seafood, Kaikōura is it. With the Pacific Ocean lapping at the town’s doorstep, fishing and celebrating seafood is ingrained in the way of life here. While a trip to Kaikōura wouldn’t be complete without a taste of it’s namesake delicacy, there’s plenty of ocean bounty to enjoy here.