Best Cafes and Bakeries Near Me In Christchurch, with up-to-date menus and prices

Best Cafes and Bakeries Near Me In Christchurch

October 2, 2026
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Corn fritters with avocado and salsa at Brigittes Merivale

Christchurch does cafe culture with unusual breadth. A morning can begin with espresso roasted a few metres from the table, move into a carefully plated brunch in a converted post office, and finish with a pastry made in a neighbourhood bakery. The city’s strongest daytime kitchens respect familiar pleasures such as eggs Benedict, French toast and cabinet baking, while giving them sharper sauces, seasonal produce and enough personality to feel specific to their suburb.

The central city concentrates speciality coffee and inventive brunches, but some of the most appealing rooms sit beyond the one-way streets. Sydenham and Beckenham offer destination-worthy breakfasts in character buildings, Linwood has a leafy courtyard institution, Burnside serves substantial cafe food near the airport, and South New Brighton brings a community-minded stop close to the coast. Wigram and Merivale add dependable baking, broad menus and easy places for a long catch-up.

Choosing well depends on the occasion as much as the dish. Coffee-focused visitors can seek precise espresso and house baking; a family breakfast calls for generous plates and a relaxed room; and a leisurely lunch benefits from a menu that moves beyond standard brunch formulas. Confirm the current service period directly with the venue when a particular dish matters, because seasonal menus and cabinet choices can change through the week. Seasonal changes are part of the appeal, giving repeat visitors new dishes while the city’s core coffee and baking standards remain reassuringly familiar.

Eggs Benedict on toast at Unknown Chapter Coffee Roasters in Christchurch

Unknown Chapter Coffee Roasters

Unknown Chapter combines an on-site roastery with a full cafe kitchen, so coffee is an essential part of the meal rather than an afterthought. Its current brunch menu balances classics with brighter, more vegetable-led plates: a full breakfast sits beside turmeric tofu, beetroot hummus, avocado toast and a halloumi salad bowl. The room is industrial and lively, with the roastery’s equipment and coffee programme giving the central-city stop a clear sense of purpose.

The kitchen is particularly good for mixed appetites. Eggs Benedict can be paired with bacon, mushrooms or hot-smoked Akaroa salmon, while French toast brings fruit, vanilla mascarpone and maple to the sweeter side of breakfast. Quesadillas and a substantial salad bowl make lunch feel distinct from the usual eggs-and-toast formula. Visit for a serious flat white, a polished brunch and baked treats; allow a little flexibility at peak weekend times.

Address: 254 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8011, New Zealand

Unknown Chapter Coffee Roasters Menu

Cafe Menu

Menu available 7 days a week from 6:30am until 2:30pm.

CLASSIC
$29.90

Free range bacon, pork & apple sausage, poached eggs, field mushrooms, roast tomatoes, potato rosti, toasted sourdough.

VEGGIE
$28.90

Grilled halloumi, field mushrooms, roast tomatoes, wilted spinach, poached eggs, potato rosti, toasted sourdough.

SCRAMBLED TOFU
$26.90

Scrambled turmeric tofu, smashed avocado, baby spinach, beetroot hummus, roast mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, mixed seeds, toasted sourdough.

BENEDICT
$26.90

Free range poached eggs, lemon hollandaise, wilted spinach on sourdough. Free range bacon / Field mushrooms / Hot smoked Akaroa Salmon: +$6.00

FRENCH TOAST
$25.90

Brioche french toast, blueberry compote, banana, strawberries, vanilla mascarpone and maple. Add Bacon:+$5.00

GRANOLA
$18.90

House made nut & seed granola, seasonal fruit, greek yogurt, honey.

PORRIDGE
$18.90

Oat & chia porridge topped with: Blueberry compote & Almond crumble / Grilled banana & Pistachio Cashew Dukkah

EGGS ON TOAST
$16.90

Free range eggs any style on country sourdough toast.

SOURDOUGH TOAST
$9.90

Cream cheese & Jam / Pic's Peanut butter / Vegemite / Pesto & Cream cheese

BAGEL
$10.90

Cream cheese & Jam / Pic's Peanut butter / Vegemite / Pesto & Cream cheese

QUESADILLA
$27.90

Folded tortilla filled with grilled chorizo, crispy bacon, refried beans & cheddar topped with scrambled eggs, pineapple salsa, smashed avocado & jalapeños

AVOCADO TOAST
$26.90

Smashed avocado, crumbly feta, cherry tomatoes, basil pesto, salad greens, poached egg, dukkah on grain & seed toast.

SALAD BOWL
$25.90

Grilled Halloumi, avocado, quinoa & organic red rice, baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, toasted almonds, roasted pumpkin hummus & citrus dressing.

Sides

Hot smoked Akaroa salmon
$12
Crispy bacon / Pork & apple sausages/ Halloumi / Chorizo
$7
Avocado / Spinach / Field mushrooms / Roast tomatoes
$6
Extra egg/ Hollandaise / Potato Rosti
$3
A colourful brunch dish at Hello Sunday Cafe in Sydenham

Hello Sunday Cafe

Hello Sunday occupies a former community building in Sydenham, and the character of the old room suits its careful approach to brunch. The food is colourful without becoming fussy. Turkish eggs combine chilli butter, garlic yoghurt, crispy chickpeas and dill, while the shakshuka layers tomato, capsicum, dukkah, feta and preserved-lemon labneh. Those savoury, aromatic plates make it a rewarding choice when standard breakfast combinations feel too predictable.

There is equal attention on the sweeter and lighter sides of the menu. A house croffle uses berry flavours, white chocolate mousse and pistachio crumb, while coconut brûlée overnight oats and a red-rice power bowl offer very different starts to the day. The kitchen also stretches into seared tuna, beef-cheek hash and fried chicken, which gives lunch more depth. Come for a slow brunch, good presentation and a warm neighbourhood atmosphere; booking ahead can be sensible for groups.

Address: 6 Elgin Street, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8023, New Zealand

Hello Sunday Cafe Menu

Brunch

Hello Sunday Signature Eggs Benny
Hello Sunday Bacon $32 / Roasted Swiss Brown Mushrooms $31 / Cold Smoked Salmon $34

Leek and Preserved Lemon Potato Hash, Fresh Spinach, Housemade Hollandaise. With your choice of: Hello Sunday Bacon, Roasted Swiss Brown Mushrooms, Cold Smoked Salmon. GF, DFO, VO. Cocktail Pairing: Salted Caramel Espresso Martini

Mushroom Duxelles Toast
$29 / Add Poached Egg $4 / Add Hello Sunday Bacon $8

Mushroom Duxelles, Confit Oyster Mushrooms, Basil, Pesto Cream Cheese, Focaccia, Sesame Rice Cracker. GFO, DFO, Vegan Optional

Turkish Menemen
$26 / Add Halloumi $8 / Add Chorizo $7

Poached Eggs, Whipped Feta, Harissa, Crispy Beans, Fried Kale, Tomato and Capsicum Chutney served with Housemade Focaccia. GFO, V. Cocktail Pairing: Amalfi Lemon Sorbet

Shakshuka
$30 / Add Chorizo $7 / Add Meatballs $7

Baked Eggs, Charred Peppers, Red Onion, Housemade Dukkah, Marinated Feta, Toasted Almonds, Shakshuka Sauce, Served with Housemade Focaccia. GFO, DFO, Vegan Optional

Beef Cheek Hash
$36 / Add Kimchi $5 / Add Chorizo $7

Braised Beef Cheek Hash, Poached Eggs, Housemade Pickles, Chilli Garlic Hollandaise, Beef Jus. GF, DFO. Cocktail Pairing: Bloody Mary

Banoffee Waffle
$28 / Add Hello Sunday Bacon $8

Cinnamon Sugar Waffle, Dulce De Leche Mascarpone, Brûlée Banana, Toasted Swiss Meringue, Honeycomb. GFO

Rhubarb Custard Crumble
$26

Housemade Granola, Coconut Custard, Rhubarb Compote, Red Wine Poached Pear, Coconut Almond Crumble. GF, DF, Vegan

Southern Maple Chicken Waffle
$36

Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Chipotle Maple, Waffles, Baby Spinach, Smoked Corn, Pickles, Blue Cheese Aioli. GFO

HS Wellness Bowl
$26 / Add Fried Chicken $8 / Add Crispy Tofu $7

Hot Maple Cauliflower, Asian Cucumber Salad, Kumara Purée, Pickled Carrots, Edamame, Beetroot, Quinoa, HS Nut Mix. GF, DF, V, Vegan

Bratwurst Croissant
$29

Croissant, Beef Caramelised Onion and Mustard Bratwurst, Sauerkraut, Mustard Hollandaise Foam, Crispy Shallots, Grana Padano, Kumara Fries & Truffle Aioli. GFO

Wagyu Smash Burger
$30 / Add Hello Sunday Bacon $8

Smashed Wagyu Beef, Cheddar, Pickles, Black Garlic Aioli, Lettuce, Fries & Truffle Aioli. GFO, DFO. Cocktail Pairing: Chilli Marg

Something to Share?

Handcut Fries
$14

Served with Ketchup and Confit Garlic Aioli. GF, DF

Buttermilk Fried Chicken
$21

Chipotle Mayo, Jalapeños. GF

Seasonal Salad
$9

Fresh green side salad with seasonal produce. Vegan, GF

H.S. Buffalo Fried Chicken
$20

Secret recipe fried chicken served with blue cheese aioli. GF

8mm Fries
$12

Served with ketchup and spring onion aioli. GF, DF

Add Ons

Roasted Swiss Mushrooms
$7
Halloumi
$8
Potato Hash
$8
Chorizo
$7
Hello Sunday Bacon
$8
Chilli Crisp
$4
Hollandaise
$7
Kimchi
$5

Mains

Turkish Eggs
$22.50

Poached eggs, ciabatta, crispy chickpeas, garlic greek yoghurt, crispy sage, chilli butter and fresh dill. Vegetarian. GF Optional.

House Made Croffle
$26

Raspberry gel, blueberry compote, white chocolate mousse, pistachio crumb and Canadian maple syrup. Vegetarian. Free Range Bacon - Add 6

Seared Tuna
$37

Tuna tataki, vermicelli salad, pickled radish, wasabi mayo, and mango salsa. GF, DF

Burrata Salad
$22.50

In season Ugly Toms, Italian burrata, fresh basil, balsamic glaze, gremolata and extra virgin olive oil. GF, Vegetarian. Toasted Ciabatta - Add 4

Sticky Korean Burger
$27.50

Sticky Korean chicken, shredded iceberg lettuce, kewpie mayo and 8mm fries. GF Optional. Free Range Bacon - Add 6

Coconut Brûlée Overnight Oats
$21

Coconut Creme Brûlée, blueberry compote, blackberry gel and seasonal fruit. DF, Vegetarian

Beef Cheek Hash
$28

Poached eggs, red wine braised beef cheek, bernaise sauce and beef jus. GF. DF optional. Premium chorizo - Add 6

Shakshuka
$27

Baked eggs, tomato, capsicum, onion, Egyptian dukkah, marinated feta, toasted almonds, house made flatbreads and preserved lemon labneh with your choice of: Premium Iberian Chorizo - Add 6, Hearty beans - Add 5. GF, DF & Vegan optional

Hello Sunday's Signature Eggs Benny
Free Range Bacon $27.50 / Roast Swiss Mushrooms $26.50 / House Smoked Salmon $28.50

Preserved lemon and thyme potato hash, fresh spinach with your choice of: Free Range Bacon, Roast Swiss Mushrooms, House Smoked Salmon. GF

Red Rice Powerbowl
$27.50

Red rice, avocado, black beans, salsa verde, crispy tortillas and tahini coconut yoghurt. Vegan, GF. Fried Egg - Add 3.5

Smashed Avo
$24

Smashed avocado, rye, sundried tomato hummus, whipped basil feta, crispy chickpeas, grilled fennel and Egyptian dukkah. GF, DF & Vegan optional. Poached Egg - Add 3.5, Free Range Bacon - Add 6

Sides

Halloumi
$6
House Smoked Salmon
$8
Chorizo
$6
Free Range Bacon
$6
Avocado
$6
Roast Mushroom
$5
Potato Hash
$5
Kimchi
$4
Wilted Spinach
$4
Hollandaise
$4

Mimosas

Orange & Citrus
$19
Peach & Strawberry
$19
Berry & Elderflower
$19
Orange Mimosa
$19

Orange Juice Pearls, Sweet Citrus Rim, Prosecco

Iced

Latte
$8
Banana Bread Latte
$10
Chai
$8
Chocolate
$9

Hot Delights

Hot Chocolate
$6
Chai Latte
$6
Turmeric Latte
$6
Decadent Hot Chocolate
$9

Chocolate, Caramel, & Berry Swirl served with a Whittakers chocolate stick

Matcha

Matcha Latte
$7
Iced Matcha
$9
Iced Maple Matcha
$10
Iced Strawberry Matcha
$10

Harney & Sons Tea

English Breakfast
$6.50
Earl Grey Supreme
$6.50
Gunpowder Green
$6.50
Peppermint
$6.50

Cocktails

Salted Caramel Espresso Martini
$21

Spiced Rum, Salted Caramel Kahlua, Espresso

Chilli & Kaffir Lime Margarita
$21

Chilli Tequila, Lime, Kaffir Lime

Hello Sunday Special
$21

White Rum, Vanilla, Cranberry, Apple, Passionfruit & Housemade Strawberry Coulis

Ferrero Rocher Martini
$21

Baileys, Frangelico, Creme De Cacao, Milk, Nutella, Hazelnuts

Spirits

With your choice of a non-alcoholic mixer

42 Below Vodka
$12
Malfy Gin
$15
Bacardi Carta Blanca
$13

Three Boys Beer & Paynter's Cider

Pict Pear Cider
$12
The Huntress Medium Cider
$12
Session IPA 2.5%
$12
A bean and mushroom brunch bowl at Under The Red Verandah in Christchurch

Under The Red Verandah

Under the Red Verandah is a Linwood institution with the kind of menu that can satisfy a quick coffee visit, a substantial breakfast or a proper lunch. Its leafy setting and cottage rooms create a calmer mood than the central-city cafes. The cooking is grounded in generous, recognisable food: eggs Benedict, creamy mushrooms on toast and a full breakfast sit alongside a pesto-tossed brunch plate, posh beans and a vegan breakfast built around roast potatoes, mushrooms and greens.

The bakery and lunch choices give the cafe much of its character. House pies, quiche, spanakopita and spicy sausage rolls work well when time is short, while seafood chowder and the changing fish dish suit a longer meal. Oaty pancakes, granola and cakes cover the sweeter end without overwhelming the menu. This is a particularly useful address for different generations eating together, with plenty of choice and a garden atmosphere that encourages conversation.

Address: 502 Worcester Street, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8011, New Zealand

Under The Red Verandah Menu

Breakfast

Breakfast is served from 7.30am to 3pm Mon-Fri, and from 8.30am to 3pm weekends.

Spuchos
$12

Crispy potatoes topped with grilled cheese, salsa and sour cream

Eggs Benedict
$25

Poached eggs and toast, with streaky bacon and hollandaise sauce for $26, or with the house smoked salmon baby spinach and hollandaise sauce for $27 or with mushrooms and baby spinach for $25 (GF option avaliable)

Toastie of the day

Changes daily Price: POA

Green curry vegetable pie
$12.50

A UTRV all time favourite

Creamy mushroom on toast
$23

Cooked in garlic, cream and thyme. Served on our toasted stoneground bread. Delish, that's if you like mushrooms! [GF option]

House Smoked Salmon
$9
Hollandaise
$4.50
Bacon and Egg
$12

Poached egg and bacon served on toast

Toast
$5

Served with cream cheese and jam

Broccoli and cheese tart
$12
Posh Beans
$21.50

Colourful mix of beans and lentils in a spiced tomato sauce with crumbed feta and poached egg, served with toasted focaccia $21.50 Add chorizo or bacon +$5 Vegan (home made nut cheese) $21.50

Vegan big breakfast
$27

with roast potatoes, mushrooms, tomato, wilted spinach, vegan cheese and hummus served with toast

Brunch
$24.50

(gf) Roast potatoes, baby spinach, olives, red onions, chorizo, tomato and bacon pan seared and tossed through pesto, topped with a poached egg

Pancakes
$12

oaty pancakes with bacon banana and maple syrup

Pate
$20.50

Duck liver pate with plum chutney, pickles and toasted bread

Avo Smash
$22

smashed avo on toasted multigrain with smoky tomato harissa sauce, feta, hazelnut dukkah. Add eggs +$6

Soup

Please check for todays flavour Price: POA

Chicken and Mushroom Pie
$13.50

A UTRV classic

Seafood Chowder
$25.50

At the request of our regulars, Sophie's delicious chowder has earned a permanent place on the menu!

Kumara and Bacon Quiche
$13.50
Toast and Spreads
$10.50

As it says, and tasty to boot! [GF option]

Granola
$16

Our famous blend, served with yoghurt and fruit

Eggs on Toast
$14

Poached or fried $14 Scrambled $15 Options of either [GF option]

Big Breakfast
$29

Streaky bacon, poached eggs, mushrooms, potato gratin, tomatoes, sausages, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce served with toast. A perfect mix! (GF option)

Spicy Sausage Roll
$13.50
Spanokopita
$13.50

Spinach and three cheese filo pie

Vege Big Breakfast
$28

Grilled halloumi, mushrooms, potato gratin, tomatoes, wilted spinach, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce served on toast. An epic UTRV brekkie! (GF option)

Fish of the Day

served on potato gratin, roast tomato, wilted spinach finished with lime hollandaise and salsa verde Price: POA

Oaty Pancakes
$24

oaty pancakes served on a rich vanilla crème patisserie topped with an apple and plum compote finished with an oat and almond crumble with maple syrup OR bacon banana and maple syrup

Kids

Kids Platter
$12

Fruit, yoghurt topped with berry compote, sandwich [marmite or vegemite], and a cookie

Sides

Poached Egg
$3

Done to perfection!

Spinach
$4.50
Side salad
$6
Mushrooms
$6

For those who 'love' them, enjoy!

Crunch roast potatoes or potato gratin
$6.50

Nice addition to warm the plate

Sausages
$7

Done to perfection for you!

Bacon
$8

A favourite additive to any plate

Coffee

Long Black
$4

Longer than a short black, with hot water on the side if you want to stretch it out even longer!

Short Black
$4

Commonly known as espresso for the purist!

Flat White [tulip cup]
$4.50

Popular flat white in the tulip shaped cup

Latte
$4.80

In a cup for $4.80, large cup for $5.0 or Bowl for $5.5. Have it how you like it!

Flat White [Cup]
$4.80

A little bit larger than the tulip cup

Hot Chocolate [Glass]
$5

A great way to enjoy a real hot choccy!

Affogato
$5.50

Espresso over ice cream

Hot Chocolate [Bowl]
$5.50

The bigger version for the thirsty drinker wanting a little more

Tea

Organic China White tea
$4.50

White tea, White Jasmine or White Ginger... if you want it for two it's just $7.0

Claridges Organic Teas for 1
$4.50

Choose from English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Chamomile, Peppermint, Lemongrass, Red Bush, or Wildberry

Claridges Organic Tea for two
$7

Choose from English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Chamomile, Peppermint, Lemongrass, Red Bush, or Wildberry

Cold Drinks

Cold Pressed Juice
$5

100% juice cold pressed for maximum flavour. Choose from Orange, Apple, Pineapple, Feijoa, Cranberry or Green Smoothie

“Bundaberg” Lemon Lime and Bitters
$5.50

Another all time flavourite!

“Bundaberg” Ginger Beer
$5.50

By the glass, Love it!

“Aroha” Elderflower drinks
$5.50

Choose from two outstanding flavours, Sparkling Blackcurrant or Sparkling Rhubarb

“All Good” fair trade drinks
$5.50

Choose from Lemmy Lemonade, Karma Cola, Gingerella Ginger Ale and Coconut Water

Kombucha by Banjo Brews
$6.50

Very low in sugar, fermented tea has lots of probiotics and good bugs that are important for your inner health

UTRV Smoothies
$8

Made to order, choose from Berry or Banana. Neither will let you down!

Beer

Three boys local session IPA (light beer)
$8.50
Three boys Pilsner
$9
Three boys South Pacific Bright Ale
$9
Three boys Hoppy Porter
$9
Three boys Lager
$9

Wine

Omihi Hills Savignon Blanc 2014
$9

Enjoy the glass with a meal or share the bottle for $35

Omihi Hills Reisling 2012
$10

Enjoy by the glass or buy a bottle for $40

Omihi Hills Pinot Gris
$10

Enjoy a glass or pay $40 for the bottle

Georges Rd Syrah Rose 2016
glass $10.50 / bottle $42
Omihi Hills Waipara Pinot Noir 2013
$11

Enjoy a glass for $11.0, or a bottle for $44.0

Omaka Springs estate chardonnay
glass $11 / bottle $46
Andre Delorme Blanc de Blanc Sparkling
glass $11 / bottle $45
Colourful brunch plates at Table at Monks in central Christchurch

Table at Monks

Table at Monks is a light-filled corner cafe near Latimer Square, with a menu that respects brunch favourites while adding enough detail to keep regulars interested. Ottoman eggs, a pork-belly omelette and lemon waffles are more distinctive choices, while eggs Benedict, avocado on grain and substantial breakfast plates provide familiar reference points. Presentation is neat, portions are generous, and the timber-and-greenery interior feels restful despite the central location.

Drinks deserve more attention than a routine coffee order. Coffee Supreme espresso is joined by matcha, black sesame, taro, cold-foam drinks and fruit fizzes, making the cafe suitable for visitors who enjoy exploring beyond flat whites. Cabinet brownies, loaves and scones help with a quicker stop, while steak sandwiches, pasta and a goodness bowl carry the menu into lunch. It suits a family catch-up, a relaxed weekday meeting or brunch before exploring the inner city.

Address: 282 Madras Street, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8011, New Zealand

Table at Monks Menu

Brunch Menu

Monks Classic Breakfast
$29

GFO

Monks Veggie Breakfast
$28

VG on request

Ottoman Eggs
$23

VG

Avo on Grain
$24

V, DFO, GFO

Maple & Cacao Granola
$18

VG, DFO

Eggs with Toast
$15

GFO, DFO

Egg Benedict
$25

GFO

Pork Belly Omelette
$26

GF, DFO

Buttermilk Lemon Waffle
$26

V

Double Cheesemonger
$22
Surf &Turf Fettuccine al Ragu
$28
Goodness Bowl
$25

VG

Grilled Steak Sandwich
$30

Small Plates

Toasted Bagel with choice of Plain or Multigrain
$11

GFO. Jam & cream cheese (V); or Pesto & cream cheese (V)

Toasted Bagel with choice of Plain or Multigrain
$19

GFO. Salmon, Avocado, cream cheese, capers, pickled red onion, and gherkin

Toasted Bagel with choice of Plain or Multigrain
$17

GFO. Bacon, fried egg, Aioli, Swiss cheese, and onion jam

Toasted Bagel with choice of Plain or Multigrain
$17

GFO. Avocado, halloumi, pesto, and seasonal greens (V)

Cauliflower Bites
$15
Bowl of Fries
$12

Sides Extras (To add to mains)

Hot Smoked Salmon
$9
Bacon, Spinach, Halloumi
$6 / $5
Free range Egg, Hollandaise
$3

Kids Menu

Available for our guest 12 years of age and younger

Mini Brekkie
$13.50
Mini Waffle
$13.50
Nuggets & Chips
$13.50
Fish Bites & Chips
$13.50

Cabinet Food

Subject to availability

Cheese Scone
$6.50
House made Brownie
$6.90

GF

Banana Chia Walnut Loaf
$7.90

GF,DF

Coffee

All our coffees are made with Double shot using premium Supreme coffee beans from Wellington Roastery.

Short Black
$5.30
SHORT MACCHIATO
$5.30
AMERICANO
$5.30
LONG MACCHIATO
$5.30
PICCOLO
$5.30

Hot Delights

BELGIAN CHOCOLATE
$6.80
CHAI LATTE
$6.80
HOT BLACKCURRANT
$6.50
LEMON GINGER HONEY
$6.50
HOT MATCHA LATTE
$6.80

Teas

POT FOR ONE 5.5 POT FOR TWO 9.0

ENGLISH BREAKFAST (BLACK)
Pot for one $5.50 / Pot for two $9
EARL GREY BLUE FLOWER (BLACK)
Pot for one $5.50 / Pot for two $9
SENCHA ORGANIC (GREEN)
Pot for one $5.50 / Pot for two $9
TOKYO LIME (GREEN)
Pot for one $5.50 / Pot for two $9
RED VANILLA RASPBERRY (ROOIBOS)
Pot for one $5.50 / Pot for two $9

Smoothies

CLASSIC Smoothie
$11

Berries, Banana, Yogurt, Honey, Cow’s milk

GREEN Smoothie
$11

Spinach, Mango, Banana, Coconut Milk

HEALTHY Smoothie
$11

Blueberry, Banana, Date, Peanut Butter, Almond Milk.

Iced Drinks

ICED AMERICANO
$6.90
ICED LATTE
$7.50
ICED COFFEE/MOCHA/ CHOCOLATE
$9.80
ICED CHAI LATTE
$9.50

Speciality

EARL GREY MATCHA
$9.50
GUAVA MATCHA
$9.80
LYCHEE MATCHA
$9.50
BLACK SESAME MATCHA
$9.80

Other Drinks

PHOENIX ORGANIC JUICE RANGE
$5.80
JUICE BY THE GLASS
$5.80

(ORANGE / BLACKCURRANT)

COCA-COLA COKE ZERO
$5.80
LEMON LIME BITTERS GINGER BEER
$5.80
A sweet pastry and berry parfait at The Birdwood in Beckenham

The Birdwood

The Birdwood moves comfortably between neighbourhood cafe and full restaurant. Breakfast brings soft-boiled eggs with rarebit soldiers, Turkish eggs, corned-beef hash and a bubble-and-squeak Benedict, while the cabinet offers scones, muffins, Eccles cake and brownies. The cooking has a European tilt and a strong sense of texture: creamy yoghurt meets warm chilli butter, crisp potato supports poached eggs, and a banoffee waffle balances caramel, fruit and mascarpone.

Later in the day, hand-stretched wood-fired pizza and fresh pasta make this Beckenham address useful when one person wants brunch and another wants a more substantial lunch. Filled dates, croquettes, mushroom risotto and house-made desserts continue the same generous style. The room is warm and sociable, with enough range for families, coffee dates and celebrations. Check the breakfast cut-off before travelling specifically for the morning dishes, as the kitchen changes direction around midday.

Address: 76 Malcolm Avenue, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8023, New Zealand

The Birdwood Menu

Lunch & Dinner Menu – To Start or Share

Tuesday to Saturday 12-9 pm Sunday 12-8pm. We try to keep our online menu up to date but subject to supply some dishes may not always be available.

WARM MIXED OLIVES
$10

Vegan; Vegetarian

STUFFED DATES
$12

Pancetta wrapped and ricotta stuffed dates

PEAR & BLUE CHEESE
$20

w whitloof, fennel, rocket, walnut, saffron pear and gorgonzola. Vegetarian; Gluten Free Ingredients

CROQUETTES
$20

Ham, leek & teleggio w warm tartare fennel and rocket

SIZZLING SQUID (for 2)
$26

Skillet fried squid, salsa rossa, capers, shoestring fries and chipotle mayonnaise. Gluten Free Ingredients

Fresh Viavio Burrata
$36 / add Proscuitto + $8

w Beetroot, Pomegranate, Dukkah, Rockett and Pizza Fritti with chilli butter add Proscuitto + $8

Smoked Salmon Parfait
$20

Housemade sourdough crackers w Dragoncello Salsa

Platter
$26

Emilio’s Grotta Blue & Taleggio w apricot relish, apple, celery, sour dough & tamari crackers

Lunch & Dinner Menu – Breads

These dishes are great for sharing

GARLIC & CHEESE FLATBREAD
$23

w Hummus, Avocado, Yoghurt & Chilli oil Ask about Vegan/Dairy Free Option

PIZZA FRITTI
$19

Fried pizza dough w whipped truffled ricotta and chilli butter. Vegetarian

Lunch & Dinner Menu – Sides

A diverse range of flavorful dishes which are all sourced daily and locally

HAND CUT CHIPS
$15

w Aioli. Vegetarian

ROCKET & PARMESAN
$16

w aged balsamic. Vegetarian

GARLIC CRUMBED MUSHROOMS
$16

w chilli butter & parmesan. Vegetarian

Lunch & Dinner Menu – Mains

Tuesday to Saturday 12-9pm and Sunday 12-8pm Please inform the team of any dietary needs or allergies. All efforts will be made to accommodate but we cannot guarantee ingredients are allergen free.

LAMB
$40

Overnight cooked, pressed shoulder of lamb, mash potato, minted peas & seasonal greens. Gluten Free Ingredients

VENISON GNOCCHI
$39

Slow cooked venison brisket, mushrooms, smoked bacon lardons, baby spinach & gremolata. Gluten Free Ingredients

MUSHROOM RISOTTO
$36

Swiss Browns, Oyster Mushroooms, Shitake Mushrooms, Parmesan Crisp w soft herbs and Marscapone. Gluten Free Ingredients; Vegetarian

CASARECCE VEGANESE
$34

A puttanesca style sauce w olives, capers cherry tomato, chilli & garlic & toasted seeds. Vegetarian; Vegan

RAVIOLI
$34

Roasted pumpkin, toasted almonds, sage & butter & amaretti. Vegetarian

TORTELLINI
$35

Confit chicken, pancetta, hazelnuts, parmesan & Gorgonzola sauce

Lunch & Dinner Menu – Pizza

Our Pizza dough is made just of Italian “OO” flour, water, salt and fresh yeast (or eventually mother yeast - sourdough), handstretched on durum wheat semolina and cooked on stone in an italian wood fired oven at 35O’C. Italian pizza at its best. Gluten Free Base is additional $4

QUEEN MARGHERITA
$30

Tomato base, fresh mozzarella, dried oregano, fresh basil & evoo. Vegetarian

PUTTANESCA
$32

Tomato base, fiordilatte, olives, capers, anchovies, cherry tomatoes, garlic, basil, parsley & chilli oil

CAPRICCOSA
$35

Tomato base, fiordilatte, champagne ham, mix NZ mushrooms, artichokes, olives, dried oregano & parsley

SALMONE
$35

Fresh mozzarella, salmon, capers, olives, cherry tomato, fennel & rocket

TUTTA CARNE
$35

Fiordilatte, fresh mozzarella, champagne ham, hot sopressa, cured bacon, caramelised onion, balsamic glaze & rocket

DIAVOLA
$35

Tomato base, fiordilatte, hot sopressa, fresh mozzarella, olives, parmesan, chilli oil & parsley

GAMBERI & PANCETTA
$35

Fiordilatte, fresh mozzarella, prawns, cherry tomatoes, pancetta, avocado, chilli oil & parsley

FIORENTINA
$33

Fresh mozzarella, taleggio, spinach, mushroom varieties, truffle oil & parmesan. Vegetarian

LUCA'S ITALIANA
$38

Tomato base, fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, cherry tomato, rocket, parmesan & aged balsamic

VEGETARIANA
$33

Basil pesto, fiordilatte, spinach, feta, pumpkin, cherry tomato, fresh chilli & almonds Ask the team about a Vegan option. Vegetarian; Vegan options available

DIPPING SAUCES
$4

Choice of Chilli Cream, Truffle & Roast Garlic and Pesto

Lunch & Dinner Menu – Desserts

Our desserts are made in house by our pastry chef

TIRAMISU
$15

Ladyfingers dipped in Espresso, layered with Mascarpone & Chocolate Shavings

PANNACOTTA
$15

Vanilla Pannacotta, Berry Compote, Sesame Tuile Biscuit & Amaretti

CHOCOLATE CAKE
$15

caramel sauce, truffle chocolate ice cream & hokey pokey. Gluten Free Ingredients

MIXED BERRY CHEESECAKE
$15

w Marshmallow, Vanilla Ice Cream & Berry Compote

AFFOGATO
$9

Scoop of Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and a Shot of Espresso Add liqueur $14.50

GELATO
Small $5.80 / Medium $7.20 / Large $9.20

From the fabulous local Gelato Lab. Ask the team for this weeks flavours

Kids Lunch & Dinner

3 Course Bambino Menu $17.50 incl Starter, Choice of Mains and Dessert (or kids mains items can be purchased individually)

VEGETABLE STICKS w HUMMUS
HAWAIIAN PIZZA - KIDS
$15
CHEESE & TOMATO PIZZA- KIDS
$15
HAM & CHEESE AND TOMATO PIZZA - KIDS
$15
TOMATO PASTA
$15
MUSHROOM PASTA
$15
PLAIN BUTTER PASTA
$15

Cheese optional

GELATO
SORBET

Breakfast Menu

Available Mondays from 9am to 2pm. Tuesday-Saturday 8am-12pm Sunday 9am-12pm

THE BIRDWOOD
$29

Soft boiled FR eggs, rarebit soldiers, apple and rhubard crumble, thick yoghurt granola & berry compote

TURKISH EGGS
$29

Poached eggs, thick greek yoghurt, avocado, mixed seeds, warm chilli butter & house baked sourdough

MUESLI
$27

Bircher style, seasonal fresh & poached fruits w thick yoghurt (vegan on request)

BENEDICT
$30

Fried bubble’n’squeak, poached eggs & Birdwood hollandaise with either bacon or smoked salmon

HASH
$30

Corned beef, fried agria potato, capers, spinach, gherkin, poached eggs, Birdwood hollandaise & worcestershire reduction

BANOFFEE WAFFLE
$29

Vanilla bean waffle, banana, caramel sauce, berry compote, mascarpone, hazelnuts & toasted marshmallow

CHILLI SCRAMBLED EGGS
$29

Gratin potatoes, mushrooms & dukkah

CREAMED MUSHROOMS
$29

Tamari seeds, spinach, poached eggs & parmesan and house soudough

"BANG BANG' CHICKEN SALAD
$30

Sichuan shredded chicken, crispy chicken skin, asian greens, peanuts, chilli & corriander

VEGAN SALAD BOWL (NOT AVAILABLE SUNDAYS)
Small $14 / Medium $18 / Large $22

Add Protein Mozzarella +6 Grilled Haloumi +5 Crispy Bacon +6 Poached Egg +4 Chicken Mayonnaise +9 Smoked Salmon +8

Kids Breakfast

KIDS EGGS & BACON ON TOAST
$14
KIDS FRUIT BOWL
$14
KIDS BOILED EGGS & SOLDIERS
$14

Cabinet Treats

CABINET TREATS
$5.50

Savoury or Sweet Muffins, Scones, Eccles Cake, Friand, Brownie, Afghan $5.50 - $8.00

Elevenses

FANCY A TIPPLE?

BIRDWOOD BLOODY MARY
$17
APEROL SPRITZ
$19
BELLINI
$16
PROSECCO
$16
MIMOSA
$15
A savoury brunch plate and coffee at Strange Bandit in Burnside

Strange Bandit by Lucianos

Strange Bandit serves a broad, confident cafe menu in Burnside, close enough to the airport to be practical without feeling like a transit stop. Its seasonal brunches favour bold, satisfying combinations: eggs Benedict can arrive with bacon, fried chicken or salmon; tacos carry pulled beef, fish, chicken or roasted kumara; and shakshuka brings tomato, eggs, halloumi and Turkish bread together. The menu reads generously and works well for diners arriving with a serious appetite.

Sweet dishes and lighter options keep the range balanced. Crêpes, cabinet baking and coffee cover an easy morning visit, while a Vietnamese-style noodle salad and daily specials add freshness at lunch. Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian markers appear across the menu, though anyone with an allergy should confirm kitchen handling directly. The spacious, relaxed room and straightforward parking make Strange Bandit particularly convenient for group breakfasts and unhurried catch-ups.

Address: 175 Roydvale Avenue, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8053, New Zealand

Strange Bandit by Lucianos Menu

Breakfast

Breakfast Mon-Fri 7am-3pm Sat-Sun 8am-3pm. Dietary legend: ○G Gluten Free Friendly Available**, ○D Dairy Free Friendly Available, ○V Vegetarian Friendly Available. *Extra charges may apply to gluten free alternatives or changes to menu items. ** Whilst every possible care has been taken in preparing our gluten free food, contact with gluten may still occur as equipment is shared.

Eggs Your Way
$17

Two free range eggs, poached, fried, or scrambled on your choice of toasted sourdough, dark rye or Turkish bread, served with tomato relish on the side, add-ons available. ○G ○D ○V

Strange Bandit Big Breakfast
$29

A filling breakfast served with two free range eggs, your choice of toasted sourdough, dark rye or Turkish bread, and streaky bacon, spicy chorizo, fried halloumi, mushrooms, and homemade hash brown. ○G ○D

Winter Nourish Bowl
$29

An alternative big breakfast served with buckwheat, parsnip, pumpkin, pickled cabbage, beetroot, corn, and peas, with two poached free-range eggs on top (substitute eggs for falafel - vegan friendly). ○G ○D ○V

Matcha n’ Nutella French Toast
$22

Nutella filled matcha French toast served with vanilla matcha mascarpone cream, finished with pistachio candy glass. ○V

Strange Bandit Eggs Benedict
Streaky bacon & hash brown $27 / Fried chicken $27 / Cold smoked salmon, capers cream cheese $30 / Pumpkin, parsnip, beetroot hummus, fried halloumi $26

Toasted Turkish bread topped with poached free-range eggs, hollandaise and your choice of: Streaky bacon & hash brown; Fried chicken; Cold smoked salmon, capers cream cheese; Pumpkin, parsnip, beetroot hummus, fried halloumi ○V. ○G

Buttermilk Waffles
Single waffle $22 / Double waffle $25

Classic fluffy and crisp buttermilk waffle served with your choice of: Bacon & grilled banana with maple syrup; Strange’s secret recipe fried chicken & chilli maple.

Buckwheat porridge
$22

Buckwheat porridge cooked in coconut cream, served with peach compote, blueberries, and pistachio candy glass. ○G ○D ○V

Toasted Bagel Stack
B.L.T $26 / Cold smoked salmon, capers cream cheese & pickled red cabbage $27 / Beetroot, feta, pumpkin hummus $22

A toasted bagel served with your choice of: B.L.T; Cold smoked salmon, capers cream cheese & pickled red cabbage; Beetroot, feta, pumpkin hummus ○V. ○G ○D

Strange Bandit Omelette of the Day
$25

Classics 3 egg omelette with chef’s fillings of the day served with sourdough toast. ○G ○V ○D

Lunch and Snacks

Lunch and snacks 8 – late. Dietary legend: ○G Gluten Free Friendly Available**, ○D Dairy Free Friendly Available, ○V Vegetarian Friendly Available. *Extra charges may apply to gluten free alternatives or changes to menu items. ** Whilst every possible care has been taken in preparing our gluten free food, contact with gluten may still occur as equipment is shared.

Strange Bandit Tacos
Double tacos $22 / Triple tacos $28

Served with homemade sriracha mayo, pico de gallo and slaw. With your choice of: Slow cooked pulled pork; Teriyaki crispy pork; Fried chicken; Falafel and pickled red cabbage ○V. ○G ○D

Gourmet Brazilian Hotdog
$20

Brazilian style loaded hotdog with Bratwurst sausage, pulled pork, mashed potato, homemade cheese sauce, peas, and corn. Add waffle chips 7; Add kumara chips 8.5.

Strange Bandit Burger
Pulled pork, fried egg, pickled cabbage, cheese, slaw, and aioli $20 / Fried Chicken, Brie, sweet chili, lettuce, and tomato $20 / Vegetarian black bean Pattie, egg, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and aioli $20

Strange bandit signature burger with your choice of: Pulled pork, fried egg, pickled cabbage, cheese, slaw, and aioli; Fried Chicken, Brie, sweet chili, lettuce, and tomato; Vegetarian black bean Pattie, egg, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and aioli. Add waffle chips 7; Add kumara chips 8.5. ○G ○D

Strange Bandit Burrito Bowl
With pulled pork $27.50 / With fried chicken $27.50 / With falafel $25

Mexican rice-based burrito bowl served with cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream, nacho chips. ○G ○D

Strange Bandit Chef Special & Soup of the Day

Please feel free to refer to the blackboard above the kitchen or ask our friendly staff about our specials and soup of the day.

Breakfast add-ons and extras

*$4 Plate charge will occur for orders of only sides

Cold smoked salmon
$9
Side of kumara chips
$8.50
Bacon, fried chicken, pulled pork
$7
side of waffle chips
$7
Mushroom, chorizo, side of vegetables.
$5
Extra egg
$4
Hash brown
$3
Hollandaise
$3
Aioli
$2
Sriracha mayo / Mayo
$2

Snacks

Great for Drinking and Sharing. Dietary legend: ○G Gluten Free Friendly Available**, ○D Dairy Free Friendly Available, ○V Vegetarian Friendly Available. *Extra charges may apply to gluten free alternatives or changes to menu items. ** Whilst every possible care has been taken in preparing our gluten free food, contact with gluten may still occur as equipment is shared.

Strange’s Secret Recipe Fried Chicken (5pc)
$21

○G ○D

Fried Cauliflower
With sriracha mayo $14 / Coated with chilli maple $16
Polenta Chips
$13

○G ○D ○V

Crispy Teriyaki Pork Belly Bites
$18

○G ○D

Edamame Beans
$13

○G ○D ○V

Waffle Chips
$14

Served with tomato sauce and aioli. ○G ○D ○V

Kumara Chips
$17

Served with sour cream and sweet chili. ○G ○D ○V

LOADED with pulled pork, cheese, sriracha mayo, sour cream and spring onion
Waffle Chips $25 / Kumara chips $28

Beer

Asahi Super Dry
500ml $14 / 400ml $11.50
Somersby Apple Cider
400ml $11.50
Founders IPA
400ml $11.50
BRB Hazy Pale Ale
400ml $11.50

Wine

Glass 15; bottle 70

Caythorpe Sauvignon Blanc
Glass $15 / bottle $70
Caythrope Pinot Gris
Glass $15 / bottle $70
Caythrope Chardonnay
Glass $15 / bottle $70
Caythrope Rose
Glass $15 / bottle $70

Bottle

Long White Vodka & Hazy Lemonade
$11.50

4.8%

Long White Vodka & Pink Lemonade
$11.50

4.8%

Brookvale Union Ginger Beer
$11.50

4.0%

Mini Sparkling Prosecco
$15

Espresso

Ristretto
$4.80
Espresso
$4.80
Long Black
$4.80
Americano
$4.80

Sweet

Real Chocolate Hot Chocolate
Regular $6 / Large $6.50
Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
Regular $8 / Large $8.50

With whipped cream

White Chocolate Hot Chocolate
Regular $6 / Large $6.50
Real Chocolate Hot Mochaccino
Regular $6.50 / Large $7

Tea

For One 5.2; For Two 8.2

English Breakfast
For One $5.20 / For Two $8.20
Earl Grey
For One $5.20 / For Two $8.20
Peppermint
For One $5.20 / For Two $8.20
Sencha Green
For One $5.20 / For Two $8.20

Iced Drinks

❖ Over Ice cream with whipped cream; ❖ Over ice

Iced Coffee
$8.20

Over Ice cream with whipped cream

Iced Chocolate
$8.20

Over Ice cream with whipped cream

Iced Mocha
$8.70

Over Ice cream with whipped cream

Matcha

Hot Matcha latte
Regular $6 / Large $6.50
Iced Matcha
$8
Iced Strawberry Matcha
$9
Two plated brunch dishes at Dune Cafe in South New Brighton

Dune Cafe

Dune Cafe sits beside the Bridge Hub in South New Brighton and feels closely connected to its neighbourhood. The kitchen takes a fresh, seasonal approach to brunch classics, supported by a changing specials board and a cabinet filled with savoury and sweet baking. Eggs Benedict, substantial breakfasts and crisp hash browns are natural choices when hunger is the priority, while smoothies and vegetable-led options suit a lighter visit.

The atmosphere is casual and community-minded rather than formal, making Dune a good stop before or after time near the coast. Its cabinet kai is useful for takeaway, but the friendly room rewards staying for coffee and a cooked plate. Because specials and baking change, flexibility brings the best experience: look for what is fresh that day rather than arriving fixed on one item. It is an appealing alternative to the busier central-city brunch circuit.

Address: 51 Bridge Street, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8062, New Zealand

Dune Cafe Menu

Brunch

Breaky Board
$23

poached egg on toast w/ beetroot chutney, granola & glass of OJ

Granola
$16.50

house made w/ maple, dried fruits, seeds & nuts. Served w/ fresh fruit & yoghurt

Eggs on Toast
$15

free range poached, scrambled or fried eggs on toast w/ house relish

Herby Scram
$16.50

free range scrambled eggs, w/ garden herbs & red onion on house made toast

Mushrooms
$19

Creamy mushrooms w/ fresh herbs on toast

Huevos Rancheros
$24 / + Chorizo $5

free range eggs poached in chipotle tomatoes w/ coriander, feta, sour cream & avocado w/ a tortilla

The Dune Bene
$20 / + mushroom $5 / + bacon $5 / + salmon $6

free range poached eggs, on house made crispy hash or ciabatta w/ hollandaise & wilted greens

The Big Kahuna
$26

free range eggs your way on wholegrain toast, bacon, grilled tomato, house made hash, mushrooms, bratwurst sausages & dune ketchup

South B Vege
$26

free range eggs your way on wholegrain toast w/ grilled halloumi, mushrooms, spinach, tomato, house made falafel, crispy hash & dune ketchup

The Beached Vegan
$26

scrambled tofu w/ garden herbs, avocado, falafel, tomato, mushrooms, spinach and wholegrain toast

Fries
$10 / +bacon $6 / +mushrooms $6 / +hash $6 / +sausages $6 / +avocado $6 / +hollandaise $2 / +salmon $7 / +spinach $4 / +toast $4

W/ ketchup & aioli

Cold Drinks

Orange Juice
$5
Apple Juice
$5
Iced Chocco
$7.50
Iced Coffee
$7.50
Iced Mocha
$7.50
Kombucha
$5
Cola
$5
Lemonade
$5
Sparkling Water
$4.50

Smoothies

Banana, cacao, peanut butter & dates
$8.50
Mango, coconut, pineapple & banana
$8.50
Berry, banana & ginger
$8.50
Green smoothie
$8.50

Hot Drinks

Black Coffee
Short $4 / Long $4
Macchiato
Short $4.50 / Long $4.50
Piccolo
$4.50
Americano
M $4 / L $4 / Iced $5
Flat White
S $4.50 / M $5 / L $5.50
Cappuccino
M $5 / L $5.50
Latte
M $5 / L $5.50 / Iced $6.50
Hot Chocolate
M $5 / L $5.50
Chai
M $5 / L $5.50
Beetroot chai
M $5.50 / L $6
Tumeric chai
M $5.50 / L $6
Matcha
M $5.50 / L $6
Brunch plates served in the courtyard at Brigittes Merivale

Brigittes Merivale

Brigittes has been part of Merivale’s cafe life for decades, and its broad current menu shows why it remains useful. Corn-and-courgette fritters, salmon ceviche, crab-and-chilli scramble and mushrooms with lemon ricotta sit beside dependable eggs, breakfast burritos and a full cooked breakfast. The kitchen draws on local suppliers for bread, eggs and coffee, which gives even familiar brunch dishes a clear sense of place.

The sheltered courtyard and garden room are a major part of the experience, especially for a leisurely catch-up. A salmon bagel, club sandwich or fish cake works well at lunch, while banana bread and French toast cover the sweeter side. Brigittes also handles groups with different preferences better than a tightly edited cafe menu might. It is a polished, comfortable choice for brunch in Merivale; consider reserving when the courtyard is likely to be popular.

Address: 209 Papanui Road, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8014, New Zealand

Brigittes Merivale Menu

Breakfast

Hash Browns For The Table
$18

parmesan, truffle oil, chives

Banana Bread
$17

salted butter, maple syrup

Eggs Any Way
$16

sourdough / multigrain, relish dfa gfa

Croissants
$27

bacon, lettuce, tomato, cheese, mustard, aioli; basil pesto, caramelised onion, fried egg, spinach, halloumi

Omelettes
$28

salmon, fennel, lemon, capers, salsa verde; mushroom, spinach, caramelised onion, feta, sundried tomato pesto

Eggs Benedict
$28

bacon / smoked salmon / mushroom, poached eggs, potato stack, spinach, seeds, hollandaise gfa

Porridge
$26

rhubarb, apple, coconut yoghurt, lemon curd, granola, honey, dfa

French Toast
$28

poached pear, lemon mascarpone, roasted nuts, cherry meringue, maple syrup

Hot Smoked Salmon
$34

multigrain, lemon ricotta, cucumber, capers, pickled red onion, dill dfa gfa

Avocado On Sourdough
$28

halloumi, poached egg, tomato salsa & relish, salsa verde dfa gfa

Mushrooms On Sourdough
$28

lemon ricotta, poached egg, crispy shallots, chilli sambal gfa

Mince On Toast
$30

beef bolognaise, poached egg, chive sour cream, pickled chilli, parmesan, sourdough dfa gfa

Truffled Scrambled Eggs
$38

fresh black périgord truffle, garlic oil, brioche

Burrito
$27

bacon, scrambled eggs, hash brown, avocado, halloumi, tomato relish, burrito sauce

Classic Breakfast
$36

poached eggs, chorizo sausage, mushrooms, bacon, potato stack, smokey beans, sourdough; vegetarian option, swap bacon and chorizo for halloumi and avocado

Lunch

Soup
$23

sourdough, salted butter

Cheese Melt
$28

chicken, avocado, basil, cream cheese, sweet chilli

Reuben Sandwich
$29

pastrami, pickles, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, mustard, fries dfa

Bruschetta
$28

stracciatella, caramelised onion, pear, thyme, hazelnut gfa

Corn & Courgette Fritters
$29 / add bacon + $9

avocado, tomato salsa, paprika, chilli sambal df; add bacon + 9

Fish Cake
$27

herb mayonnaise, fennel, apple and parsley salad

Cannelloni
$32

pumkin, silverbeet, bechamel, passata, mozzarella

Sausage Roll
$35

pork, fennel, thyme, mustard mash, caramelised onion jus, sweet chutney, chives

Caesar Salad
$29 / add anchovies + $6

chicken, cos, bacon, crumbed egg, croutons, parmesan, caesar dressing dfa gfa; add anchovies + 6

Lamb Salad
$40

harissa, parsnip, kumara, yams, feta, mint yoghurt, pickled red onion, seeds gf dfa

Prawn Salad
$35

rice, edamame, cucumber, cabbage, kewpie mayo, lime & chilli dressing, sesame seeds, coriander dfa

Fries
$13 / add truffle & parmesan + $8

chicken salt, aioli, tomato ketchup df; add truffle & parmesan + 8

Extras

Fresh Black Périgord Truffle
$8

per gram

Mushrooms
$8
Potato Stack
$8
Bacon
$9
Chorizo Sausage
$10
Smoked Salmon
$10
Grilled Halloumi
$9
Avocado
$8
Smokey Baked Beans
$7
Chilli Sambal
$5
Burrito Sauce
$5

Fresh Juices

Pink
$11

grapefruit, strawberry, mint, lemon

Red
$11

rhubarb, apple, ginger

Golden
$11

carrot, orange, turmeric, ginger

Yellow
$11

apple, orange, pineapple, lemon

Smoothies

Avocado
$14

spinach, banana, honey, apple & pineapple

Banana
$14

peanut butter, raspberry, almond milk

Chocolate
$14

banana, maple syrup, milk

Acai
$14

mixed berry, banana, oat milk

Wine By The Glass

Cloudy Bay Pelorus
Glass $16 / Bottle $85
Moet & Chandon
200ml $30
Taittinger
$170
Jules Taylor Sauvignon Blanc
Glass $15 / Bottle $72

Beer

Heineken on tap
350ml $11
Corona
$12
Heineken Zero
$10
Cassels Nectaron IPA
$13

Bottled Soft Drinks

Bundaberg lemon lime bitters
$7
Bundaberg ginger beer
$7
Coca-Cola
$7
Schweppes ginger ale
$7

Cocktails

Build your own Mimosas
$89

Bottle of Cloudy Bay Pelorus & jug of orange juice

Mimosa flute
$17
Pickled bloody mary
$20
Peach bellini
$19

Coffee

Brigittes unique roast by Ozone coffee, a blend of beans from Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, Guatemala & Indonesia

americano
$5
espresso (short or long)
$5
flat white
$5.50

T2 Teas

english breakfast tea
$6
early grey
$6
chamomile
$6
Eggs Benedict with bacon at Westend Stories in Christchurch

Westend Stories Cafe & Eatery

Westend Stories occupies an airy space near Cambridge Terrace, bringing greenery and a calm dining room to the edge of the central city. Its seasonal approach favours local produce and contemporary cafe plates rather than a rigid set of standards. Turkish eggs, creamy mushrooms, eggs Benedict and fried-chicken combinations give savoury diners plenty to work with, while French toast and waffles add a richer breakfast route.

The room is well suited to a catch-up or a small group, and the menu offers useful dietary breadth. Coffee can be less central to the experience than the food, so come primarily for a plated brunch, a relaxed setting and a menu that changes with the season. The kitchen’s stronger dishes combine crisp, creamy and fresh elements on one plate, which helps breakfast feel complete rather than simply large. Confirm the current menu if a particular speciality is the reason for visiting.

Address: 93 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8013, New Zealand

Westend Stories Cafe & Eatery Menu

Coffee

Short Black
$5
Long Black
$5
Short Macchiato
$5
Long Macchiato
$5
Americano
$5
Piccolo
$5.60
Flat White
$5.60
Latte
$5.60
Cappuccino
$5.90
Chai Latte
$5.90
Hot Chocolate
$5.90
Mochaccino
$6.50
Dirty Chai
$6.50
Japanese Matcha Latte
$6.80

Tea

Tea
$5.50
Lemon, Ginger & Honey
$5.50

Smoothies

Berry Blast
$10

mixed berries, banana, apple juice

Mango Madness
$10

mango, passionfruit, apple juice

Green Warrior
$10

kiwifruit, spinach, mango, pineapple juice

Vitamin C Boost
$10

mango, pineapple, banana, orange juice

Peanut Butter Protein Boost
$10

banana, peanut butter, protein powder, milk

Iced Drinks

Affogato
$7.50
Iced Americano
$6.50
Iced Latte
$7.50
Iced Mocha
$7.90
Iced Chocolate
$7.50
Iced Chai
$7.50
Iced Japanese Matcha
$7.90
Iced Strawberry Matcha
$9.50
Iced Lemon Honey & Ginger
$6.50
Espresso & Tonic
$7.50

Milkshakes

Espresso
$9
Strawberry
$9
Chocolate
$9
Banana
$9
Caramel
$9

Juice

Pure NZ Apple
$7
Pure Orange
$7
Pure Lemon, Honey, Ginger & Apple
$7
Immunity
$7

Carrot, Orange, Apple, Celery, Lemon and Turmeric

Raw Energy
$7

Beetroot, Apple, Carrot, Orange and Lemon

Soft Drinks

Coca-Cola
$5.50
Coca-Cola No-Sugar
$5.50
Sprite
$5.50
Sprite No Sugar
$5.50
Razza Raspberry
$6
Lemmy Lemonade
$6
Karma Apple&Guava
$6
Karma Orange&Mango&Apple
$6
Karma Apple&Blackcurrant
$6
Ginger Beer
$5.50
Sparking Water
$5.50
A colourful eggs Benedict brunch plate at LeBakermen in Wigram

Lebakermen

LeBakermen brings bakery craft and cafe cooking together in Wigram. The display of pastries, cakes and savouries makes a quick visit easy, but the plated food is substantial enough for a full brunch. Fresh baking is produced daily, and the range changes with the season, so the best choice may be a fruit tart on one visit and a savoury pastry or filled cabinet item on another.

Coffee and comforting brunch plates make the bright neighbourhood room a practical place to sit rather than simply collect a box. The food leans generous and approachable, with colourful breakfast plates, eggs, greens and crisp potato appearing alongside more delicate patisserie. LeBakermen is especially useful when a group wants both a cooked meal and something sweet to take home. Arrive open to the day’s cabinet, because freshness and variety are central to the bakery’s appeal.

Address: 187 Wigram Road, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8025, New Zealand

Lebakermen Menu

Cake

Cake - Biscoff Crumble
$11
Cake - Durian
$12
Cake - Oreo
$11
Cake - Raspberry Cheesecake
$11
Cake - Apple Pie
$11
Cake - Lemon Feijoa
$11

Chilled Cabinet

Ham Cheese Tomato Sandwhich
$9.80
Chicken Sandwich
$9.80
Salad (Small)
$7
Egg&Tomato Sandwich
$8.80
Egg&Cucumber Sandwich
$8.80
Bacon Sandwich
$9.80
Pastrami Sandwich
$9.80
Filled Muffin
$10.50
Salad (Large)
$13
Filled Bagel
$13.50
Filled Focaccia
$14.50
Filled Ciabatta
$14.50
Onion Cheese Roll
$5
Macaron - Pink
$4.50
Macaron - Brown
$4.50
Macaron - Green
$4.50
Orange Almond Cake
$8.50
Blondie
$8.50
Fudge Brownie
$9
Cookie Sandwich
$9.50
Hokey Pokey Sandwich
$9.50
Swiss Roll
$9.50
Pistachio Carrot Cake
$9.50
Caramel Brownie
$10
Cake - Sliced
$10.50
Basque Cheesecake
$10.80
White Choc Orange Mousse Ball
$12
Chef’s Special
$12.50

Pie Cabinet

Steak Cheese Jalapeño
$9.80
Quiche
$9.50
Savoury
$4.80
Chicken & Leek Pie
$9.80
Chicken & Mushroom Pie
$9.80
Chicken Cranberry & Brie Pie
$9.80
Mince Pie
$8.80
Mince & Cheese Pie
$9.50
Steak & Cheese Pie
$9.80
Steak, Cheese & Mushroom Pie
$9.80
Steak & Peper Pie
$9.80
Bacon & Egg Pie
$9.80
Pork Belly & Apple Pie
$9.80
Venison Redwine pie
$10.50
Bacon & Salmon Pie
$10.50
Cottage Pie
$9.50
Creamy Vege Pie
$8.50
Sausage Roll Pie
$5.50
Butter Chicken Pie
$9.80
Mac & Cheese
$10.50
Seafood Pie
$10.50

Pastry

Mini Almond Croissant
$5.80
Cinnamon Morning Bun
$8
Peach Crumble
$9
Apricot & Almond
$9
Ham Cheese With Sweet Chilli Relish Bear Claw
$9
Chocolate Scroll
$9.50
Biscoff Scroll
$9.50
Pistachio Scroll
$10
Raspberry Coconut Scroll
$9.50
Hazelnut Scroll
$9.50
Black Sesame Scroll
$9.50
Monkey Bread
$9.50
Strawberry Crumble
$11.50
Black Forest
$11.50
Fruit Cheesecake
$11.50
Pistachio Cheesecake
$12
Hokey Pokey Oreo
$11.50
Tiramisu
$11
Pain
$11
Lemon Cheesecake Flower Danish
$12
Kiwifruit Flower
$11.50
P L S Flower
$12.50
Tiramisu Cup
$11.50
Shortcake Cup
$11.50
Banoffee Cup
$12
Strawberry K A
$13
Mandarin K A
$13
Fruity Ka
$13
Apricot Jam
$11.50
Peach Jam
$11.50
Blueberry Cream
$11.50
Saint Honors Danish
$13.50
Cube
$12
Big Eye Cup
$12
Special Danish
$12
Batons
$12

Special Croissants

Creme Brûlée Croissant
$13
Special Croissant
$13.50
Durian Croissant
$14

Classic

Bagel
$5.50
Mini Frankie Twister
$4
Chocolate Chip Cookie
$4.80
Petite Croissant
$5.50
Croissant
$6.80
Cheese Scone
$7
Filled Doughnut
$7
Cinnamon Brioche
$7.20
Petite Almond Croissant
$7.50
Frankie Twister
$7.50
Pain Au Chocolate
$8.80
Almond Croissant
$8.80
Almond Pain Au Chocolate
$8.80

Weekend Special - Durian

Durian Trio
$39.99
Durian Croissant
$14
Durian Basque Cheesecake
$18

Breakfast

Eggs on Croissant

Free-range eggs with crunchy chilli oil on toasted house-made croissant. Unavailable

Egg Drop Sando

Soft scrambled eggs with crispy bacon, American cheese and sliced pickle with house-made brioche bun. Unavailable

Peas N Avocado Mash on Croissant

Mashed sweet peas and avocado, poached egg, mesclun mix with olive oil, grated parmesan on top. Unavailable

Egg Benedict

Poached eggs, fresh mesclun, on toasted house-made croissant with hollandaise sauce and potato rosti side. Unavailable

3 Eggs Omelette

Three eggs omelette served with ham, diced tomato, spinach and cheese, and potato rosti, side with tomato relish. Unavailable

Le Bakermen Big Breakfast

Two free-range eggs your way, streaky bacon, breakfast sausages, grilled tomato, potato rosti on a house-made croissant with baked beans on side. Unavailable

Fries

Shoestring fries, with aioli and tomato sauce. Unavailable

Karaage Chicken

Japanese style fried chicken marinated in ginger, garlic and seasoning, lightly coated batter, with side of fresh mesclun. Choose from aioli sauce or mint yoghurt. Unavailable

Lb Beef Burger

Angus beef patty, streaky bacon, free range egg, tomato, mesclun, American cheese and tomato relish and aioli with house made brioche burger bun, side of shoestring fries. Unavailable

LB Karaage Chicken Burger

Japanese style fried chicken, cob lettuce, sweet chilli sauce, tomato and kewpie mayo, caramelised onions with house-made brioche burger bun, side of shoestring fries. Unavailable

Fettuccine Creme Pasta

Fettuccine, diced bacon, button mushrooms with creamy white sauce, chilli flakes and shaved Grana Padano cheese. Unavailable

Club Sandwich

Toasted bread with cream cheese spread, fried egg, streaky bacon, pulled chicken shreds, tomato and lettuce, hint of aioli, side of shoestring fries n tomato sauce. Unavailable

Nuggie N Chipie

Fried chicken nuggets and shoestring fries, side of tomato sauce. Unavailable

Mini Hot Dogs N Chipie

Fried mini hot dogs and shoestring fries, side of tomato sauce. Unavailable

Mac N Cheese

Cheesy macaroni bakes with cheddar-based sauce. Unavailable

Hot Drinks

Mini Hot Chocolate
$4.50
Babycino
$2.80
Chai Latte
$7
Espresso
$5.80
Long Black
$5.80
Americano
$5.80
Macchiato
$5.80
Piccolo
$5.80
Flat White
$5.80
Latte
$6.30

Cold Drinks

Iced Americano
$6.80
Iced Latte
$7.80
Iced Mocchaccino
$9.50
Iced Matcha Latte
$8.50
Iced Chocolate
$9.50
Iced Chai Latte
$8.50
Special Drink
$10.50
Strawberry Matcha Latte
$10.50
Iced Mocha Latte
$9
Mango Smoothie
$12.50

Special Beverage

Biscoff Iced Latte
$10.50
Strawberry Latte With Matcha Cold Foam
$10.50
Matcha Coconut Cloud
$10.50
Mango Matcha Cold Foam Latte
$10.50
Ube Coconut Cold Foam
$10.50
Salted Butter
$10.50
Oreo Matcha
$10.50
Thai Tea
$10

Smoothies

Berry & Banana Smoothie
$12.50
Tropical Smoothie
$12.50

Final Thoughts

Christchurch’s daytime dining works because the city has room for both polish and familiarity. Unknown Chapter gives coffee equal weight with cooking, Hello Sunday and Table at Monks make brunch feel considered, and Under the Red Verandah shows how a long-running neighbourhood cafe can remain useful across breakfast, lunch and baking. The Birdwood broadens the day into pizza and pasta, while Dune and LeBakermen keep the focus close to their communities.

Match the venue to the meal you want. Reserve extra time for the busier destination cafes, look to a bakery-led address when speed and portability matter, and use the more expansive menus for groups with different appetites. Dietary needs are handled in different ways at each kitchen, so confirm allergens directly before ordering. With that small amount of planning, Christchurch offers excellent coffee, thoughtful brunches and fresh baking from the city centre to the coast.