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Dux de Lux   Christchurch

Dux de Lux, Christchurch

 8 Reviews  Post-earthquake update June 2011 The Dux has been an institution in Christchurch for years and years. The announcement of the Arts Centre's board of trustees - who surely do NOT own the Arts Centre -... 

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The Palms   Dunedin

The Palms, Dunedin

 2 Reviews  The Palms Restaurant is set in a older style building,looking out at the Queens Garden. We booked in for my daughter's 18th birthday and ate the most delicious food. The presentation, taste,quantity... 

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Art Center Foodstalls   Christchurch

Art Center Foodstalls, Christchurch

 7 Reviews  Post-earthquake update 9 June 2011 You find some of the foodstalls that used to be at the Arts Centre at the Ferrymead Heritage Park. Others can be found along Worcester Boulevard. The Arts Centre... 

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The Albert Arms Tavern   Dunedin

The Albert Arms Tavern, Dunedin

 1 Review  This solid establishment is world famous in Dunedin for its yummy doorstep toasted sandwiches. You can get other hearty pub fare at student prices. The Albert is a nice plcae to while away a windy... 

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Le Bon Bolli   Christchurch

Le Bon Bolli, Christchurch

 3 Reviews  Le Bon Bolli is virually two restaurants in one. Downstairs the atmosphere is more relaxed and casual with upstairs being the place of a more formal dining experience with service and prices to match.... 

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Sign of the Kiwi   Christchurch

Sign of the Kiwi, Christchurch

 2 Reviews  Stopping off at the Sign of the Kiwi on the Dyers Pass section of Summit Road for tea and scones on a misty afternoon was like stepping back in time to the days of the early 20th century when the... 

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Under the Red Verandah   Christchurch

Under the Red Verandah, Christchurch

 3 Reviews  Tucked out of the way in a less salubrious area of town, this cafe has great organic breakfast and lunch foods. Very popular with locals in the know. Their drinks - real loose leaf tea served in a... 

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Sticky Fingers   Christchurch

Sticky Fingers, Christchurch

 5 Reviews  It is very conveniently located, near the CBD. Oxford Terrace is lined by numerous cafes & restaurants - a good choice of different styles. The atmosphere is great with the river flowing in front, and... 

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Cafe Valentino   Christchurch

Cafe Valentino, Christchurch

 4 Reviews  UPDATE - unfortunately this has been closed since the February 2011 earthquakes. Café Valentino may come up with frequency in conversation with locals. I know it did for me. After leaving our dining... 

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Two Fat Indians   Christchurch

Two Fat Indians, Christchurch

 3 Reviews  Here is a very nice Indian Restaurant with wonderfully spicy and aromatic foods! Their Punjabi dishes are my favorite, and their beer selections are very complimentary to the food. I had the Chicken... 

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Santorini   Christchurch

Santorini, Christchurch

 3 Reviews  The Santorini restaurant, located at the northern end of Cambridge Terrace, serves hearty meals at dinner time, all for NZ$26. The entrees are also a generous size and almost a meal in themselves!... 

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Pedro's   Christchurch

Pedro's, Christchurch

 1 Review  Pedro's is one of the best places in Christchurch with their signature dish Shoulder of Lamb. The waiters are very friendly and service good. Pedro's is licenced and has a good wine list but also has... 

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Riverview Restaurant   Christchurch

Riverview Restaurant, Christchurch

 3 Reviews  Upstairs with a great view Children welcome Delicious soups, cold meat platters Wide selection of European dishes Selection of Asian and Indian dishes Ham-on-the-bone and roast meats Hot... 

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Hinton’s Vineyard, Restaurant and Café   Christchurch

Hinton’s Vineyard, Restaurant and Café, Christchurch

 1 Review  Post-earthquake update June 2011 This beautiful place with the delicious food has been fully operational since the earthquakes that rattled Christchurch in September 2010, February and June 2011.... 

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Main Street Cafe   Christchurch

Main Street Cafe, Christchurch

 3 Reviews  Java cafe is located on High Street. The atmosphere is angled more at students and travellers as it is close to the Christchurch Polytechnic but anyone is welcome. There are beanbags and sofas for... 

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CAFFE ROMA   Christchurch

CAFFE ROMA, Christchurch

 3 Reviews  I have listed Caffe Roma as a breakfast place as it offers an all day breakfast. Having said that they have a separate lunch menu so are not limited to just breakfast stuff. Roma is based in an old... 

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Café Bismarck   Christchurch

Café Bismarck, Christchurch

 1 Review  Update Oct. 2010/Feb. 2011 Sadly closed at the moment, due for safety concerns after the September 4 earthquake - but relocated to High Street. Hagen Lemmer, the owner, has worked in a million... 

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Pastarella   Christchurch

Pastarella, Christchurch

 2 Reviews  This cafe features an extensive range of fresh pasta dishes and chargrill, chicken, steaks and seafood complemented by a selection of imported and New Zealand wines and beers. Pastarella has a... 

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The Coffee House   Christchurch

The Coffee House, Christchurch

 4 Reviews  Earthquake update December 2011 The Coffee House has repaired its earthquake damage and reopened at its old site. There is even more outdoor space than previously. Although the Coffee House has... 

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SixChairs Missing   Christchurch

SixChairs Missing, Christchurch

 3 Reviews  Six Chairs Missing is located on new Regent Street amongst many other eating places. Casual diners can eat downstairs with the main seating area upstairs. The decor basic and the tables generally... 

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The Loaded Hog   Christchurch

The Loaded Hog, Christchurch

 2 Reviews  After looking around the strip and seeing the overpriced breakfasts that were being charged we decided to ask a local where to go. Breakfast prices along the river are more than Auckland. We were... 

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South of the Border   Christchurch

South of the Border, Christchurch

 2 Reviews  South of the Border is a Mexican restaurant in the city centre of Christchurch, New Zealand. They have a great variety of tasty Mexican and grilled dishes TOROS TOSTADAS Crispy corn tortillas filled,... 

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La Porchetta   Christchurch

La Porchetta, Christchurch

 1 Review  Post-earthquake update June 2011 Very pleased to tell you that La Porchetta - as well as Riccarton Mall - is fully operational. Riccarton and Upper Riccarton have become the top alternative for... 

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The Tap Room   Christchurch

The Tap Room, Christchurch

 1 Review  Let me preface this by saying that we actually ate at the Tap Room twice. This is not only highly unusual for me as a traveler, but it is unheard of for my wife, as we normally like to experience... 

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Tramway Restaurant   Christchurch

Tramway Restaurant, Christchurch

 3 Reviews  I wrote to this outfit 3 months ahead and said I was bringing my wife on a surprise hoilday to Christchurch, and could they accommodate us for her birthday dinner on September 19th 2008 They assured... 

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Reviews from VirtualTourist Members

Some of my favourite restaurants: Places to make you happy

by Kakapo2

Every now and then people ask for great places to eat.Here is a list of good restaurants between Christchurch and Te Anau:Christchurch: many good restaurants along Riccarton Road (easy to find ;-), like Buddha Sticks, Lone Star, really a lot of nice places; Bodhi Tree (Clyde Road); The Old Vicarage in Halswell; Aikman's and Tutto Bene in Merivale; the Coffee House in Montreal Street; Cooking with Gas on Worcester Boulevard; etc. Drexel's is a breakfast restaurant for pure indulgence (outside Riccarton Mall). Lake Tekapo: Here I would only recommend Pepe's Pizza and Pasta Place. All others are very average. Omarama (past Mt. Cook National Park and Twizel on the way to Wanaka): The Wrinkly Rams (before the township begins, on the left side of the road)Wanaka: Several good restaurants, for example Bombay Palace (Indian), and several fine dining options. They also have a Botswana Butchery...

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Ballroom Cafe: Dunedin - Larnach Castle Cafe

by amandajayne81

This cafe was handy for people who are visiting the castle. Well rounded menu but nothing flash. It felt like we were eating back in olden day England with the setting which was pretty cool seeing as we were in NZ only castle. We had a plate of chips, scones and a soft drink each and it cost us NZD 26. The scones are massive would recommend those.Ballroom Cafe: 9.30am to 4.30pm daily

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Park Cafe: A good stop at the end of a very long road

by sunshinejo

This cafe/restaurant/bar is situated in Marahau, right next to the start (or end) of the Abel Tasman Coastal Track. Louise and I came here for dinner and a couple of drinks after doing a day-hike through the Abel Tasman, and were really impressed. The night we visited, there was a band from Wellington playing live, who were very good, and as it was a nice evening we decided to sit outside in the beer garden and enjoy the last of the day's sun. When we got here we were ravenous from walking all day, so the food here really went down a treat! It was delicious and we didn't have to wait too long for it. They were charging a $3-4 cover charge because the band was playing, but this was waved as we were also eating, and although I can't remember exactly how much we spent, it was pretty reasonably priced, considering that there isn't really anywhere else to go in the area. I had roasted New...

at Bakeries: Lamington's & Custard Square's

by pepples46

this tip could als be a Local Customs. whenever your tummy need something yummy, go to the Bakery and ask for Lamington's or Custard Squares. Lamington's come in two flavours...Chocolateee or Rasberry, take your pickbest Place for Custard Squares in the South Island: at Pleasant Point ... between Timaru and Oamaru goes down well with Latte or Cappuccino...have a look at the webpage provided, you'll find the recipe

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Sign of the Kiwi: high above Christchurch

by pepples46

situated high above Christchurch, on the Port Hills, this wee Cafe is there since ages.after a walk around the Port Hills, just after I arrived in Christchurch in 1987, Devonshire Tea was the first local food I was introduced tooand the view for free...on a a sunny day, nothing is much more relaxing still Devonshire Tea it is....scones with jam and cream, and a nice cuppa tea

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the Baker Boy's: Latte under the Verandah

by pepples46

fresh air, hot coffee, Breakfast and Lunches all freshly baked. big sortiment and the Staff makes food to order too. Date Scones, Muffins, Cakes, Rolls, Seafood, Quiches...and Vegetariens are looked after too

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Victoria Pub: great Pub in Nelson

by pepples46

the oldest Pub in Nelson, the old Furniture repolished and looking good. great atmosphere, meeting the locals and make new friends Mac on tap, Nelson's own Brew and one of the best Beers in New Zealand. great selection of Nelson Wines...Seafood basquet a must

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Awaroa Lodge Cafe: Sausages and potatoes

by sierralyndon

The Awaroa Lodge is in the Abel Tasman National Park, and is an absolutely stunning place for peace, quiet and relaxation. Unfortunately, we didn't stay there but only stopped by for a meal. They had a good menu from local produce, and are proud of their organic garden.

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Oskar's Gasthaus: Good home-cookin' in Arthurs Pass

by sierralyndon

We had a fantastic meal for little money in this place... we felt like we were in Switzerland or something! I sure hope this place is still open as I write this... well worth a stop in.It is also an inn, but we didn't stay here, so I can't report on it.

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Speights Brewery: Speights Pride of the South

by pepples46

Brewery with a great Restaurant to booth. meet the Locals they like to come here too Beer.......and what ever you like from the Restaurant, Fish, Meat, Vegetarien, Pasta....you choose

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Copthorne Hotel Commodore Christchurch Airport  Christchurch

 6 Reviews and 321 Opinions  Prior to the earthquakes, I have always stayed in town at some renowned hotel chains. When I was... 

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Browns Boutique Hotel  Queenstown

 1 Review and 187 Opinions  Within stroling distance from the main town. Welcoming and homely. A warm cozey room admist the cold... 

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858 George Street  Dunedin

 2 Reviews and 61 Opinions  We spent 3 nights staying here. The two rooms we had (1 twin and 1 double) were spacious,... 

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  1. Christchurch Restaurants
  2. Queenstown Restaurants
  3. Dunedin Restaurants
  4. Milford Sound Restaurants
  5. Akaroa Restaurants
  6. Kaikoura Restaurants
  7. Arthur's Pass National Park Restaurants
  8. Timaru Restaurants
  9. Hanmer Springs Restaurants
  10. Wanaka Restaurants
  11. Arrowtown Restaurants
  12. Franz Josef Glacier Restaurants
  13. Lyttelton Restaurants
  14. Lake Tekapo Restaurants
  15. Greymouth Restaurants
  16. Invercargill Restaurants
  17. Nelson Restaurants
  18. Te Anau Restaurants
  19. Hokitika Restaurants
  20. Mount Cook National Park Restaurants
  21. Picton Restaurants
  22. Blenheim Restaurants
  23. Fox Glacier Restaurants
  24. Abel Tasman National Park Restaurants
  25. Kaiapoi Restaurants
  26. Glenorchy Restaurants
  27. Methven Restaurants
  28. Westport Restaurants
  29. Bluff Restaurants
  30. Lake Pukaki Restaurants
  31. Twizel Restaurants
  32. New Brighton Restaurants
  33. Fiordland National Park Restaurants
  34. Moeraki Restaurants
  35. Punakaiki Restaurants
  36. Kaka Point Restaurants
  37. Mount Cook Restaurants
  38. Ashburton Restaurants
  39. Riverton Restaurants
  40. Kaiteriteri Restaurants
  41. Omarama Restaurants
  42. Haast Restaurants
  43. Rakaia Gorge Restaurants
  44. Sumner Restaurants
  45. Clyde Restaurants
  46. Cardrona Restaurants
  47. Gore Restaurants
  48. Saint Arnaud Restaurants
  49. Waimate Island Restaurants
  50. Geraldine Restaurants
  51. Lake Wanaka Restaurants
  52. Alexandra Restaurants
  53. Arthur's Pass Restaurants
  54. Kekerengu Restaurants

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