American food in Christchurch covers far more than a single burger style. The city has pitmasters working with brisket and ribs, compact counters pressing beef into crisp-edged patties, a long-running breakfast diner and bars that build evenings around Southern-inspired plates. Choosing well depends on whether the occasion calls for a quick lunch, a relaxed breakfast or several smoked meats shared across the table.
The strongest kitchens give familiar formats a distinct local character. Canterbury meat, New Zealand-grown potatoes and handmade sauces sit comfortably beside American cheese, pickles, cornbread and barbecue rubs. Some menus reward restraint with a simple cheeseburger; others make more sense as a spread of pork belly, wings, slaw and rich sides. A mixed group should think about setting and pace as carefully as the main dish.
Central Christchurch offers barbecue, burgers and a whiskey bar within a short distance, while Sydenham, Woolston, Sockburn, Riccarton and Edgeware each contribute a different casual option. Trading times, smoker availability and specials can change, so confirm current details directly when travelling for a particular dish. Dietary needs also deserve an early check, especially where busy grills and smokers handle several meats at once.
Smokey T’s
Smokey T’s puts low-and-slow barbecue at the centre of a lively Cashel Street dining room. The kitchen works with long-smoked beef brisket, pork belly, jerk chicken and St Louis-style ribs, then gives each meat enough contrast through slaw, pickles, mustard and its own barbecue sauce. It suits a group that wants to compare cuts rather than commit to one burger, while the casual room and direct flavours also work for an unhurried weeknight meal.
The platter for two is the broadest introduction, combining brisket, pork belly, ribs, wings and jalapeño cheese sausage with tortillas, slaw and waffle fries. A brisket burger is easier to manage alone, and the pork-belly or jerk-chicken tacos bring a fresher ratio of meat to garnish. Mac and cheese with pork belly leans fully into richness; plain slaw or pickles give the table a welcome reset. Recent feedback strongly favours the tender smoked meat, although service and some side dishes receive less consistent comments.
Address: 314 Cashel Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011
Smokey T’s Menu
Smoked Meats
Ocean Beef Brisket
12 hours smoked
Pork Belly
6 hours smoked
Jerk Chicken
2 hours smoked
St. Louis Ribs
6 hours smoked
Lamb
6 hours smoked
Chicken Wings
2 hours smoked
Tacos
GFA. 2 grilled tortillas with slaw, Smokey T’s original sauce, mayo.
Brisket Tacos
Pork Belly Tacos
Jerk Chicken Tacos
Lamb Tacos
Tacos
2 grilled tortillas with slaw, Smokey T’s original sauce, mayo. Choice of: Brisket, Pork Belly, Jerk Chicken, Lamb (+$2)
Burgers
Toasted organic milk bun with slaw, Smokey T’s original sauce, pickles, mustard, mayo, waffle fries.
Brisket Burger
Pork Belly Burger
Southern Fried Chicken with Brisket Gravy Burger
Jerk Chicken Burger
Lamb Burger
Burger
Toasted organic milk bun with slaw, Smokey T’s original sauce, pickles, mustard, mayo, waffle fries. Choice of: Brisket, Pork Belly, Southern Fried Chicken with Brisket Gravy, Jerk Chicken, Lamb (+$2)
Pit Platters
GFA. 2 grilled tortillas, slaw, pickles, Smokey T’s original sauce, waffle fries.
Brisket Pit Platter
Pork Belly Pit Platter
Jerk Chicken Pit Platter
Lamb Pit Platter
Pit Platter
2 grilled tortillas, slaw, pickles, Smokey T’s original sauce, waffle fries. Choice of: Brisket, Pork Belly, Jerk Chicken, Lamb (+$2)
Platters
GFA.
Platter for Two
Brisket, pork belly, pork ribs, buffalo wings, jalapeno cheese sausage, 4 grilled tortillas, slaw, pickles, Smokey T’s original sauce, waffle fries.
Ribs
GFA. St Louis cut pork ribs, served with slaw. Add a side of waffle fries for $4.5.
Half Rack Ribs
Full Rack Ribs
Ribs
St Louis cut pork ribs, served with slaw
Sides
Extra Meat
Brisket, pork belly, jerk chicken, lamb (+$2).
Southern Fried Chicken
Chicken Wings
GF
Buffalo Wings
GF
Jalapeno Cheese Sausage
Mash with Brisket Gravy
GF
Mac & Cheese with Pork Belly
Slaw
GF
Two Grilled Tortillas
GFA
Waffle Fries
Loaded Fries
Waffle fries, jerk chicken, sour cream, buffalo sauce, spring onion. Brisket, pork belly, jerk chicken, lamb (+$2).
Tap Beer
Smokey T’s Sauced Ale (4.2%)
Balter Hazy (4%)
Asahi (5%)
Hard Rated Lemon (6%)
Bottles & Cans
Corona Extra (4.6%)
Heineken (5%)
Speights (4%)
Speights Ultra (4.2%)
Guinness (4.2%)
Non-Alcoholics
Suntory Boss Iced Latte
Red Bull Energy or Sugarfree
Iced Tea
Homemade lemon iced tea.
Iced Tea with Booze
Iced Tea No Booze
Iced Tea
Homemade lemon iced tea. With booze or no booze
Cocktails
Rhubarb Gin Sour
Gin+rhubarb+plum+hibiscus
03 Sour
American whiskey+pineapple+chartreuse
Grape Drank
Grape sours+sherry+acid+vermouth+soda
Flower Drop
Vodka+elderflower+lemon
Wine
Mudhouse Sav
Paritua Chardonnay
Georges Road Riesling
Greystone Pinot Gris
Soft Drinks
Coke
Coke No Sugar
Lemonade
LLB
Juices
Orange Juice
Pineapple Juice
Apple Juice
Tomato Juice
Drexel’s Breakfast Restaurant
Drexel’s has served American diner-style breakfasts in Christchurch since 1986, and its Riccarton room remains built around the comfort of an all-day morning meal. The approach is familiar rather than theatrical: thick pancakes, eggs Benedict, made-in-house hash browns and generous cooked breakfasts arrive in a bright dining room designed for families, catch-ups and slow weekend starts. Early weekday opening also makes it practical before work or a day around Riccarton.
Iowa pancakes capture the restaurant’s American character most clearly, with a tall, soft stack that can be kept simple or paired with savoury breakfast choices. The house hash browns have become another signature, bringing a crisp counterpoint to eggs and richer sauces. Diners who prefer lunch can move towards sandwiches and lighter plates without losing the diner atmosphere. Current reviews continue to praise the food and warm service, though an occasional complaint about blandness suggests choosing one of the long-established specialities for a first visit.
Address: 55 Rotherham Street, Riccarton, Christchurch 8041
Drexel's Restaurant Menu
Drexels' Egg Breakfasts
All savory breakfasts served with hot toast, whipped butter, and jam. GFO = Gluten Free Option, DFO = Dairy Free Option, VGO = Vegan Option.
Eggs Plus
Served with a hashbrown plus a choice of the following: bacon or ham or sausage or corned beef hash or grilled tomato, mushrooms or spinach or avocado. GFO DFO
Crepes
Large thin crepe, filled, rolled & served with two eggs any style, served with a hashbrown. Italian: Ham, salami, mushrooms, tomato & cheese. Vegetarian: Tomato, mushrooms, green onions, bell peppers, spinach & cheese. Western: Bacon, onions, garlic, bell peppers & tomato. Forestiere: Bacon, mushrooms, onion, garlic & cheese.
Drexels' Three Egg Omelette
All served with a hashbrown. GFO DFO. Italian: Ham, salami, mushrooms, tomato & cheese. Mediterranean: Spinach, bacon, tomato, red onion & cheese. Vegetarian: Tomato, mushrooms, green onions, bell peppers, spinach & cheese. Cowboy: Bacon, ham, sausage, red onion, cheese & BBQ sauce. Create your own: Feel free to create your own omelette from any 4 of the fillings above.
Drexels' Classics
Eggs Benedict
A Drexels' legend with two soft poached eggs served on a toasted bun with your choice of the following: ham or bacon or salmon or spinach. Topped with our famous hollandaise sauce & served with a hashbrown. GFO. Double up on toppings for an extra $4.50.
Farmers Breakfast
A big feed for those that can handle it! Two eggs any style served with ALL of the following: bacon, sausage, tomato, hashbrown, mushrooms & corned beef hash. GFO DFO
Bagel of Champions
One of our large poppy seed bagels loaded with bacon, avocado, scrambled eggs, spinach, tomato, red onion along with cream cheese and tomato relish. Also served with one of our famous hashbrowns. GFO DFO. Salmon option +$2.00.
Avocado Smash
Smashed avocado with crumbled feta on toasted whole grain bread. Served with cherry tomatoes, streaky bacon & two poached eggs. GFO. Salmon option +$2.00.
Chicken Enchiladas
Spicy Mexican chicken, red onion, bell peppers, sour cream & guacamole wrapped in two flour tortillas baked with salsa, havarti cheese & green onion, served with a hashbrown. DFO
Breakfast Burrito
Scrambled eggs, chorizo sausage, onion, peppers, havarti cheese & coriander wrapped in a flour tortilla with hot or mild salsa, sour cream & green onion with guacamole served with a hashbrown. DFO. Vegetarian option with spinach & mushroom.
Huevos Rancheros
Spicy beans, tomato & peppers. Finished off with Havarti cheese, sour cream, guacamole, coriander & tortilla chips. Also served with two eggs done any style & a hash brown. GFO DFO VGO
All Day Lunch Menu
All our sandwiches are hot and "made-to-order" in an American style toasted bun and our famous hashbrown.
Churrasco
200g of lean beef, sliced tomato, fresh avocado and homemade mayo. GFO DFO
Cheese Churrasco
200g of lean beef with loads of melted cheese. GFO
Lomito
200g of pork loin, sliced tomato, fresh avocado and homemade mayo.
Cheese Lomito
200g of pork loin with loads of melted cheese. GFO
Vegetarian Option
Portobello mushrooms, sliced tomato, avocado, melted cheese and mayo. GFO DFO
Salad
Fresh lettuce topped with our Mexican chicken, bacon, tomato, cucumber, red onion, avocado, feta cheese, homemade honey mustard dressing and one egg style of your choice.
Home Made Dressings
Aioli, Mayonnaise, Honey Mustard
Granola & Porridge
Organic Granola
Certified Gluten Free Granola, served with Greek yoghurt & seasonal fruit. Dairy free option (coconut yoghurt). DFO VGO
Gourmet Porridge
Creamy rolled oats served with rhubarb & berry fruit compote, flaked coconut, pumpkin & sunflower seeds, sliced banana, cranberries & cream. DFO VGO
Drexels Special
Two eggs any style with hashbrown
And also choose ONE of the following: bacon or ham or sausage or corned beef hash or mushrooms or grilled tomato, plus a choice ONE of the following: Two pancakes or one piece of french toast or half waffle. GFO DFO
The Ultimate Sweet Treat
Choice of 2 pancakes or 2 pieces of French toast or a full waffle
Served with ice cream, Chocolate sauce, banana slices & bacon. GFO DFO VGO
Sides
Two eggs
Hashbrown
Corned beef hash or bacon or ham or sausages or grilled tomato or garlic field mushrooms or spinach or avocado
Smoked salmon
Basket of toast with butter & jam
Hot or mild salsa sauce
Hollandaise sauce
Guacamole
Toasted bagel with cream cheese & jam
Eggs on wholegrain toast with butter
Extra butter
Extra cheese
Sweet Treat Add Ons
Fresh fruit salad
Berry compote
Apple compote
Greek yoghurt
Ice cream
Whipped cream
Chocolate sauce
Blueberries
Sliced banana
Sweet Crepe
Real Maple Syrup
Pancakes
Thick & luscious - Iowa style. Classic, served with whipped butter. GFO DFO VGO. With blueberry OR banana baked in - add $1.00 per pancake.
Pancakes
Thick & luscious - Iowa style. Classic, served with whipped butter. GFO DFO VGO. With blueberry OR banana baked in - add $1.00 per pancake.
Waffles
Crispy golden on the outside, light & tender on the inside. Classic, served with whipped butter. GFO DFO VGO
Waffles
Crispy golden on the outside, light & tender on the inside. Classic, served with whipped butter. GFO DFO VGO
French Toast
Generous slices of French bread dipped in egg & cream batter. Fried in butter & dusted with powdered sugar, served with whipped butter. GFO DFO
French Toast
Generous slices of French bread dipped in egg & cream batter. Fried in butter & dusted with powdered sugar, served with whipped butter. GFO DFO
Lunch Menu
Served Monday - Friday 11AM - 2PM. No surcharges on public holidays. Gluten free, dairy free, vegan options available.
Garlic Bread
Two generous slices of French bread sautéed with lots of garlic butter and parsley.
Soup of the Day
(Two varieties, please ask your waitperson) Served with garlic bread.
Chicken Caesar Salad
Strips of tender chicken, mixed leaves (with cos lettuce when available), bacon bits, toasted croûtons, and our creamy homemade Caesar dressing, topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese and a poached egg.
Cobb Salad
Mixed fresh lettuce topped with chicken, bacon, tomato, cucumber, red onion, avocado and hardboiled egg.
BLAT
Lots of bacon, fresh lettuce, avocado and tomato slices with mayonnaise and cream cheese in fresh Turkish bread. Served with a hashbrown.
Manhattan Club Sandwich
The ultimate club sarnie filled with lettuce, carrot, tomato, cucumber, sprouts, a fried egg and bacon along with cream cheese, mayonnaise and tomato relish. Served with a hashbrown.
Grilled Chicken & Bacon Open Sandwich
Tender breast of chicken and strips of bacon served over a piece of toasted French bread with salad greens, spread with tomato relish and drizzled with roast garlic aioli. Served with a hashbrown.
BBQ Texas Burger
Large, lean 175 gram ground beef patty topped with bacon, cheese, onion, tomato and pickles in a toasted bun with lettuce and our homemade BBQ sauce. Served with a hashbrown and side salad.
Chicken, Bacon & Pesto Burger
Tender strips of chicken with bacon, pesto, onion, tomato and pickles in a toasted bun with lettuce and mayonnaise. Served with a hashbrown and side salad.
Vegetarian Burger
Quinoa, vegetable and chick pea pattie, guacamole, tomato, red onion in a toasted bun with lettuce and beetroot relish. Served with a hashbrown and side salad.
Kids Menu
This menu is for children 12 years or younger. GFO DFO VGO — means you can change to these options for an extra +$2.
Mini Cakes
Three kid sized pancakes with cream and maple flavoured syrup. GFO DFO VGO. Add baked in blueberries or banana... $2.00.
Egg & Soldiers
One egg any way you like it with fingers of buttered toast. GFO DFO
Big Kid's Bumper Breakfast
One egg with small portions of hashbrown and bacon or sausage plus two mini cakes. GFO DFO
Li'l Dudes Ranch Hand Brekkie
One egg with small portions of hashbrown, bacon, sausage and tomato. GFO DFO
Kid's Mixed Platter
One waffle wedge and one mini cake with seasonal fruit and banana slices. GFO DFO VGO
Kid's French Toast
Our famous French toast (kid's size) served with banana slices, bacon and whipped cream. GFO DFO
Hot Drinks
Drexels Special Blend Filter Coffee
Teas
English Breakfast, Earl Grey
Herbal Teas
Selection available, please ask wait staff
Milo
Espresso (long or short)
Cafe Latte
Flat White (small)
Flat White (large)
Cappuccino
Mochaccino
Chai Latte
Hot Chocolate
Smoothies
All $9.80. DFO. Made from scratch & to order. Dairy Free options are available - either soy, almond or juice based.
Peach, Mango Passion
Mangos, passionfruit & peaches
Five Fruit Frenzy
Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries & boysenberries
Banana Berry
Raspberries & bananas
Mango Berry Mania
Mangos & strawberries
Peachy Keen
Peaches & pineapple
Mean Green Machine
Banana, spinach, kiwifruit & mint
Milkshakes
DFO
Milkshake
Chocolate, Banana, Strawberry, Vanilla or Caramel
Iced Drinks
DFO
Iced Chocolate, Iced Mocha or Iced Coffee
American Style Lemonade
American Style Lemonade
A traditional lemonade made with lemon juice & sugar blended with ice. Very addictive.
Juices
Homegrown Juice is a local New Zealand company.
Pure Orange Juice
Pure Grapefruit Juice
Pure Apple Juice
Tomato
Cranberry
Pineapple
Lemon, Honey & Ginger
Sodas
Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite, Sprite Zero, Ginger Beer, Lemon Lime & Bitters
BEERS by Bacon Brothers
BEERS by Bacon Brothers turns a Blenheim Road warehouse into a full barbecue outing. The room is informal, the smokers are visible in the story of the place, and the menu ranges across brisket, pork belly, ribs, pulled pork, sausages and dry-aged steak. This is food designed for appetite and company: smoke, char and fatty cuts are balanced by pickles, slaw and sharper sauces, with an extensive beer range alongside them.
A mixed-meat plate makes more sense than a single cut when several people are sharing, particularly if the table wants to compare brisket with pork belly or ribs. Burnt ends, mac and cheese and Korean-style cauliflower widen the textures beyond fries. Detailed recent reviews often praise the tenderness of the meat and generous portions, while a smaller but repeated group mentions slow waits or detached service. Arrive with time to spare, and ask what has just come off the smoker before ordering a large spread.
Address: 477B Blenheim Road, Sockburn, Christchurch 8042
BEERS by Bacon Brothers Menu
Burgers
Smash
Smashed Beef, Cheese, Grilled Onion, Pickles
Meaty Boy
Smashed Beef, Cheese, Bacon, Grilled Onion, Pickles
Super Smash
Double Smashed Beef, Cheese, Bacon, Onion, Pickles
Hog Tuah
Pulled Pork, Slaw, Pickles, Pickled Red Onion, BBQ Sauce
Lamb-borghini
Lamb, Feta, Fries, Tzatziki Slaw, Cucumber, Pickled Onion, Aioli
Fat Boy
200g Smoked Wagyu Beef Pattie Stuffed w/ Smoked Mozzarella, Bacon
Ya Dirty Uncle
Smashed Beef, Fries, Mac & Cheese, Pork Belly Burnt Ends, Grilled Onion, Pickles & Pork Rib on Top
Chick Next Door
Chicken, Cheese, Lettuce, Pickles; w/ Bacon
Kim Jong Grill
Brisket, Chicken, Lettuce, Pickles, Jalapenos, Dark Side & Deathstar Sauce
Not So Meaty Boy
Vegan Smash, Cheese, Coco Bacon, Onion, Pickles, Wookie Sauce; Vegetarian (Option to have Vegan)
Starlight
Vege Pattie, Coco-Bacon, Caramelised Onions, Pickles, Avo, Aioli; Vegetarian (Option to have Vegan)
Burger Combos
+ Small Fries & Coke
+ Small Fries & Shake
+ Upgrade Fries to Baby Ghosties
Kids
*12 & younger
Smoky Oakey
Slider Burger (Beef/Bacon/Chix/Veg), Fries, Tomato Sauce, Fruit Cup, Juice Pouch
Smoky Ziggy
2 pcs Chicken Tenders, Mini Mash OR Mini Fries, Tomato Sauce, Fruit Cup, Juice Pouch (Option to have Vegan)
Snacks
Crispy Fries
Small/Large w/ Wookie Space Sauce
Brisket Wontons
x4
Spring Rolls
Pork Belly Mini x4
Jalapeno Mac n Cheese Bites
Korean Cauliflower
Fried Cauliflower Tossed in Kiwi Korean Gochujang Sauce
Ghost Chips
Loaded Fries w/ Chopped Barbecued Meats, Queso & Gravy
Dirty Stash
Loaded Mash or Mac n Cheese w/ Chopped Barbecued Meats, Queso & Gravy
Corn Ribs
Chipotle Butter, Coco Bacon
BFC
Beers Fried Chicken
Corn Chips
Cheese Sauce & Salsa Roja (Add Brisket $8)
Main, Fries & Slaw
w/ Bread, Pickles & Sauce
Main, Fries & Slaw
w/ Bread, Pickles & Sauce
Trinity
Trinity
1/4 Rack Ribs, 1 House Sausage, Small Brisket Slice, Slaw, Bread, Pickles & Sauce (Add Fries $8)
Single Dad Meal
Single Dad Meal
2 Mains, Fries, & Slaw w/ Bread, Pickles & Sauce
Dinner For Two
Dinner For Two
Choice of 3 Mains, 2 House Sausages, 2 Burnt Ends, 1 Side, Slaw, Pickles & Sauce
Sausage Party
Platters of Pitmasters’ Choice of Meats & Sides. (Minimum 4 People)
Sausage Party
Platters of Pitmasters’ Choice of Meats & Sides. (Minimum 4 People)
Larry
Larry
Lumina Lamb Shoulder (Add Triple Cooked Potatoes, Seasonal Veg, Slaw, Sliders, $20)
Mains
Choose From: Comes w/ Gods Butter
150g Pork Belly
1/4 Rack Ribs
150g Brisket
Pulled Pork
Lamb
4 BBQ Wings
Fried Chicken
Sausage
Porterhouse Steak
Beef Short Rib
Money Muscle
Ribeye Steak
Tomahawk Steak
Sides
Truffle Butter Mash
Crispy Fries
Baby Ghosties
Umami Mac & Cheese
Nacho Queso
Chefs Salad
Ask Your Wait Staff
Corn Bread
Corn Ribs
Seasonal Veg
Triple Cooked Spuds
Sweet
Banana Pudding
Vanilla-Banana Pudding w/ Crumble & Cream
Choc Cherry Brownie
w/ Ice Cream, Chocolate Sauce & Crumb
Ice Cream Sundae
Chocolate / Berry / Caramel
Smoke ’n’ Barrel
Smoke ’n’ Barrel grew from a mobile smoker into a permanent Woolston restaurant, keeping the founders’ interest in traditional cooking and slow food. Its barbecue is less about uniform fast service than about meats, sauces and sides prepared with a clear handmade character. The Ferry Road room suits a relaxed lunch or dinner, and the menu provides enough meat-free support to let a mixed group share the same table without treating vegetables as an afterthought.
Brisket, pulled pork and ribs are natural starting points, especially as part of a board with slaw, pickled vegetables and house sauces. Smoked tofu, seeded slaw, loaded potato skins and burnt-end beans make it possible to build contrast around the richer cuts. Smoker output and seasonal sides can change, so confirm the day’s dishes directly before travelling for a particular cut. Local feedback is notably warm about both the food and staff.
Address: 616 Ferry Road, Woolston, Christchurch 8023
Smoke 'n' Barrel Menu
Snacks
PEPPER POPPERS
crispy coated ’n’ fried jalapeños, stuffed with tequila & achiote chorizo cream cheese | Vegetarian Option; Gluten Free Option
CHEESE ’N’ CORNMEAL HUSH PUPPIES
southern style golden fritters, harissa dipping sauce | Vegetarian Option; Gluten Free Option
LOADED POTATO SKINS
fried potato skins, melted cheese, bacon, spring onion, chilli-lime cream cheese | Vegetarian Option; Gluten Free Option
Large Plates
EPIC NACHOS
140g PORK / CHEEK / tofu; fresh-fried corn chips, smoked green chilli cheese, black bean puree, house-made baked beans, avocado crema, pickled red onion, fresh coriander | Sharing Guide; Vegan Option; Gluten Free Option
RIBS
bbq glazed baby back ribs, seedy slaw, twice-cooked ’taters | Gluten Free Option
Boards
THE MEAT BOARD
creamy parmesan polenta, red wine jus, miso-tahini charred veg | Sharing Guide; Gluten Free Option
300g BEEF CHEEK
300g BEEF BRISKET
300g LAMB SHOULDER
300g brisket + 300g beef cheek + 400g ribs
cornbread, slaw, miso-tahini charred veg; want it all? + 300g lamb shoulder | +$35
THE VEGGIE BOARD
smoked ’n’ fried cauliflower, smoked tofu, smoked mushrooms, seedy slaw, russian aioli, harissa sauce, miso-tahini charred veg, jalapeño cheddar cornbread | Vegetarian Option; Vegan Option; Gluten Free Option
Sides
PORK, GREEN CHILLI MAC ’N’ CHEESE
chef Cory’s homage to two of his favourite foods; make it a Beanie Mac | +$5
BUILT SALAD
ask your server for today’s flavour | Vegetarian Option
SEEDY SLAW
white wine vinaigrette, grainy mustard, toasted seeds | Vegan Option; Gluten Free Option
BURNT-END BAKED BEANS
spicy slow-baked beans, charred carrots & onions, beef brisket burnt ends | Vegan Option; Gluten Free Option
JALAPEÑO CHEDDAR CORNBREAD
toasted with salted maple butter | Vegetarian Option; Gluten Free Option
TWICE-COOKED ’TATERS
baked then fried, tossed in lemon parmesan garlic butter | Vegetarian Option; Gluten Free Option; add meat ’n’ gravy | +$12; 100g pork shoulder / beef cheek
Burgers
Served with twice-cooked ’taters
BBQ PULLED PORK
seedy slaw, texas bbq sauce, dijonnaise | Gluten Free Option
BEEF BRISKET REUBEN
sauerkraut, melty swiss cheese, russian aioli | Gluten Free Option
SMOKED CAJUN CHICKEN
cajun spice rub, seedy slaw, dill pickle, roasted garlic aioli | Gluten Free Option
BEEF CHEEK
beef demi glacé, creamy slaw, dill pickle | Gluten Free Option
SMOKED TOFU
seedy slaw, crispy fried onions, harissa sauce, vegan lemon aioli, coriander | Vegan Option; Gluten Free Option
Sweet Treats
AMERICAN PIE
homemade with three generations of family recipes…ask your server for today’s slice | Vegetarian Option
CHOCOLATE POLENTA BROWNIE
fudgy in texture, served warm with vanilla ice cream | Vegetarian Option; Gluten Free Option
BREAD PUDDING DONUTS
fresh-fried and served with strawberry ’n’ rosemary coulis or caramel apple dulce de leche | Vegetarian Option
Additions
Add to any menu item
100g PORK / CHEEK / TOFU
EXTRA SAUCE
EXTRA JUS
pork / beef; texas bbq, harissa sauce, russian aioli, garlic aioli
SAUCE FLIGHT (ALL 4 SAUCES)
Black Burger
Black Burger concentrates on a polished version of the American smash burger at Riverside Market. Wagyu beef is pressed thin for dark, crisp edges, then paired with cheddar, pickles and a soft bun rather than buried under a long ingredient list. The compact market setting suits lunch, an early dinner or a quick stop while exploring central Christchurch. Vegetarian and vegan patties keep the focused format accessible to more than beef eaters.
The Cheese is the cleanest expression of the kitchen: smashed beef, cheddar, pickles and house sauce. The Dodger adds mustard-glazed beef and grilled onions, while the Big BBQ brings bacon, onion rings and a smokier sauce into the same tidy structure. Triple-cooked Agria fries, tater tots and onion rings offer crisp sides without distracting from the patty. Current branch reviews consistently praise the seared beef and ingredient quality, making this a strong choice for diners who value balance over sheer burger height.
Address: 96 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011
Black Burger Menu
Burgers
CHEESE
Smashed Wagyu Patty ■ Cheddar Cheese ■ Pickles ■ Black Burger Sauce ■ Grizzly Bun
DOUBLE CHEESE
❷ x Smashed Wagyu Patties ■ ❷ x Cheddar Cheese ■ Pickles ■ Black Burger Sauce ■ Grizzly Bun
CHILLI CHEESE
Smashed Wagyu Patty ■ Cheddar Cheese ■ Pickles ■ Jalapeños ■ Chilli Jam ■ Jalapeño & Lime Mayo ■ Grizzly Bun
DOUBLE CLASSIC
❷ x Smashed Wagyu Patty ■ Cheddar Cheese ■ Pickles ■ Lettuce ■ Tomato ■ Black Burger Sauce ■ Grizzly Bun
CLASSIC
Smashed Wagyu Patty ■ Cheddar Cheese ■ Pickles ■ Lettuce ■ Tomato ■ Black Burger Sauce ■ Grizzly Bun
BACON
Smashed Wagyu Patty ■ Bacon ■ Cheddar Cheese ■ Pickles ■ Lettuce ■ Tomato ■ Red Onions ■ Black Burger Sauce ■ Grizzly Bun
PLANT BASED
The Brothers Green Vegan Patty ■ Vegan Cheddar Cheese ■ Pickles ■ Lettuce ■ Tomato ■ Black Burger Sauce ■ Vegan Bun
DODGER
Mustard Glazed Smashed Wagyu Patty ■ Cheddar Cheese ■ Pickles ■ Grilled Onions ■ Black Burger Sauce ■ Grizzly Bun
House Sides
NZ Grown Agria Fries
Fries, tomato sauce, dusted with our classic black burger seasoning
Loaded Fries
Fries, smashed NZ Wagyu, burger sauce, cheddar, pickles, grilled onions, crispy shallots
Hash Bites
Hash Bites, tomato sauce, dusted with our classic Black Burger seasoning
Kumara Fries
Kumara Fries, garlic aioli, dusted with our classic Black Burger seasoning
Beer Battered Onion Rings
Onion rings, tomato sauce, dusted with our classic Black Burger seasoning
Tomato Sauce
Garlic Aioli
Chilli Jam
American Mustard
BBQ Sauce
Chipotle Mayo
Jalapeno Lime Mayo
Soft Drinks
Coca Cola No Sugar
Coca Cola
Sprite
Fanta
L&P
Ginger Beer
Juices
Most Organic Orange
Most Organic Blackcurrant
Boo’s | Whiskey, Food & Music
Boo’s pairs Southern-influenced comfort food with whiskey and regular live music above Victoria Street. The dim room and sharing format make it better suited to an evening with friends than a hurried meal. Ribs, fried chicken, pulled pork, cornbread and vegetable plates bring American bar food into a kitchen that is willing to use spice and sharper garnishes, while the drinks list gives the food a more grown-up setting than a conventional burger counter.
Glazed ribs and pulled-pork sliders are dependable anchors for a table, with fried cauliflower or another vegetable dish adding contrast. The kitchen recommends several larger and smaller plates for two, so ordering gradually can prevent a table of rich dishes from becoming repetitive. Recent diners praise the flavour of the ribs, fried food and sauces, but service reports are mixed, including a detailed account of a long wait on a quiet night. The food is most appealing when the live atmosphere and a leisurely pace are part of the plan.
Address: Level 1/98 Victoria Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013
Boo's | Whiskey, Food & Music Menu
Appetisers
Warm pretzel loaf with molasses chilli butter
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Melted pimento cheese dip with crispy tortilla chips
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Artichoke dip with crispy tortilla chips
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Deep fried pickles with blue cheese & Sriracha dip
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Small Plates
Grilled broccolini with marinated tofu & garlic cashew sauce
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Chargrilled tuna with corn and scallion salsa, pistachio cream, maple bacon, crispy shallots and mango mustard sauce
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Fried cauliflower in coconut tempura batter with maple & black pepper caramel sauce
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Roasted carrot and beetroot salad with waffles, rocket, orange, red onion, pecans & lemon dressing
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Boos Sliders
Three sliders on fresh house-made pretzel buns.
Boos Sliders
Three sliders on fresh house-made pretzel buns. Roast beef - rocket, Swiss cheese, grilled onion, horseradish; Jerk pulled pork - mustard chutney, BBQ sauce; Southern fried chicken - slaw, bread & butter pickles, comeback sauce; Deep fried halloumi - rocket, cucumber pickle & honey mustard (v)
Add another slider
Larger Plates
Southern fried chicken tenderloins with maple & black pepper caramel sauce
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Angus sirloin (300g) with caramel smashed potatoes & one sauce of choice
Peppercorn sauce (gf); Bourbon BBQ sauce (gf)(df); Chimichurri (gf)(df)
Bourbon & coke glazed pork ribs
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Honey glazed chicken wings with creamy blue cheese & Sriracha dip
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Jambalaya - Cajun shrimp, mussels, chorizo, spring onion, rice with spiced tomato sauce
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Crumbed goat’s cheese salad with fig, pecans, toasted pistachios & balsamic dressing
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Sides
Cajun shoestring fries with comeback sauce
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Loaded tater tots with ranch dressing, salsa, parmesan & chorizo
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Caramel smashed potatoes, spring onion & parmesan
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Baked mac ’n’ cheese
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Blackened carrots with lemon dressing
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Cornbread with molasses chilli butter
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Side salad
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Trust the Chef
$58 per person | 2-course sharing dinner. $68 per person | 3-course sharing dinner. We’ll serve up a wide selection of Boo’s favourite plates to share as a group. Minimum 2 people. Note: We can work around most dietary requirements.
2-course sharing dinner
$58 per person. Minimum 2 people.
3-course sharing dinner
$68 per person. Minimum 2 people.
Burgers & Beers Inc. Colombo
Burgers & Beers Inc. gives the classic burger-and-a-cold-drink combination a louder, rock-and-roll setting in Sydenham. The kitchen’s identity is built around substantial burgers rather than delicate assembly, with beef, fried chicken, pork belly and stronger sauces packed into soft buns. It works for diners who want a filling casual meal and enough menu variation for a group, while the Colombo Street branch remains easy to understand: order at the counter, find a table and settle in.
The Lock, Stock & One Smoking Burger is the enduring maximalist option, layering beef, bacon, cheese and smoky sauce. A simpler beef burger gives the patty and salad more room, while chips and gravy are worth considering as a shareable side. The Sydenham branch trades daily, although specials and individual burger combinations can change, so check the current menu before visiting. Customer evidence remains positive about the generous style, even if the format favours appetite over restraint.
Address: 355–357 Colombo Street, Sydenham, Christchurch 8023
Burgers & Beers Inc. Menu
Bull 100% Angus Beef
Pump Fiction
beef patty, double cheese, iceberg lettuce, pickle, royale sauce. D E
Billy Beef & Blue
beef pattie, roast portobello mushroom, red onion, blue cheese mayo. lettuce. D E
Flaming Mexicain
beef pattie, chilli, chilli corn carne, cheese, lettuce, sour cream, add $2 | D
Billy Beef & Béarnaise
beef pattie, béarnaise sauce, battered onion rings, mustard mayo, lettuce. D E G add cheese $2
Django
beef pattie, velans sauce, hash brown, cheese, mixed lettuce, chipotle aioli. N E D
W Burger
beef pattie, beetroot, egg, tomato, lettuce, cheese, tomato sauce, chow-chow. D E
Bird
Chicken Pig
grilled chicken, lettuce, double bacon, tomato, avocado, aioli. E add cheese $2
Basic B*tch
grilled chicken brie, cranberry sauce, lettuce. D
Voodoo
garlic rice crumbed chicken, roast capsicum slaw, lettuce, bacon, tomato, lettuce, jerk aioli. D E G
King Julius
grilled chicken, lettuce, egg, bacon, caesar dressing. D E
Sheep
Ewe Got It
seasoned Moroccan lamb patty, double cheese, mint yoghurt, spiced relish, mixed lettuce. D
Pig
Zodiac
pork belly, fried onions, gravy, apple & sage stuffing, aioli, mixed leaf. G E
Deer
Shagged Stag
venison patty, plum chutney, lettuce, beetroot, tomato, mustard mayo. E
Fish
The Big Lagoon
grilled market fish, lemon & herb mayo, aioli, iceberg lettuce, red onion, tomato. D E F
No Meat Please
Tree-guin
spiced falafel pattie, roast portobello mushroom, avocado, tomato, mixed leaf, tomato relish. V
Cheese Retro Wilson
crumbed & fried camembert, tomato, lettuce, red onion & plum chutney. D E G
Big Ones
Super Burger Burger
double beef patties, lettuce, tomato, lotta bacon, egg, lotta cheese, aioli, tomato relish. D E
Lock Stock & One Smoking Burger
double beef patties, double belly bacon, triple cheese, iceberg lettuce, smoky bbq sauce and aioli. D E
The Big Lebowski
fried chicken, double cheese, apricot & chilli glaze, mixed lettuce, red onion, chipotle aioli. G D E
Sides
Sides are cooked in beef tallow for that old school flavour.
Famous chips & gravy
G
Onion rings & aioli
G
Kumara chips & aioli
G
Fire cracker squid & aioli
G E
Fried chicken wings & chipotle aioli
G
Crumbed & fried camembert as side
D E G
Little Monsters Menu
Bobby Beef
Beef pattie, cheese, royale sauce, tomato, lettuce D E
Chook & Cheddar
Grilled chicken, cheese, royale sauce, tomato, lettuce D E
Half Pint Chips With Tom'
Anti-Mac'ing The Kids
One Bobby or Chook burger, small chips and your choice of “sweet beverage that makes you crazy” (coke range)
Betta Burger Bargains
Anti-Mac'ing Campaign
Way better for you than any other meal deal from those other places! Any 1 of our fresh phat burgers (excluding BIG ONES) with chips & a tasty beverage (Coke range) (With House beer or wine $3 extra)
The Big One Betta Burger Bargain
Say that fast 3 times & get an extreme high five & much respect! A BIG ONE with chips & a tasty beverage (Coke range) (With House beer or wine $3 extra)
Burgers & Beers (or Wines)
Any 1 of our fresh phat burgers (excluding BIG ONES) with a fresh beer or a classy glass of vino - red or white (House beer and wine only)
2 Burgers for 30 Bucks!
every Monday & Tuesday. Available only with additional purchase^ Terms and conditions apply. Offers valid Monday (all day) and Tuesdays (from 11:00am - 3:00pm) when 2 standard burgers are ordered and you download & use our App.
2 Burgers for 30 Bucks!
every Monday & Tuesday.
Not Strong Drinks
Most Juice
flavours
Keri OJ
Lemonade/Coke/Coke Z/Fanta/L&P
Heroes Burgers
Heroes Burgers brings smash patties, chicken burgers and playful comic-book energy to Hills Road. The menu is broad enough for late-night groups, with beef, chicken, vegetarian burgers, loaded fries and thickshakes, but the kitchen’s core strength is still a hot burger served without a long wait. The bright theme makes it relaxed for families earlier in the day, while the long trading hours give it a different role after many conventional restaurants have closed.
A double smash burger shows the browned beef most clearly, while the Amazing Chicken and Tex Mex options change the texture and seasoning. Cheesy chips or loaded fries are substantial enough to share. Many current reviews praise the portions, friendly counter service and value, but several accounts mention undercooked patties and one recent diner questioned the chicken portion. Eating in or collecting promptly gives the burger its best chance, and anyone particular about doneness should state that when ordering.
Address: 205 Hills Road, Edgeware, Christchurch 8013
Heroes Burgers Menu
Burgers
BLACK KNIGHT BURGER
HOUSE-MADE BEEF PATTIE, BACON, EGG, SWISS CHEESE, LETTUCE, TOMATO, RED ONION, BBQ SAUCE & AIOLI
GREEN BEAST BURGER
2 HOUSE-MADE BEEF PATTIES, 2 X CHEDDAR CHEESE, CRISPY BACON, EGG, CARAMALISED ONION, LETTUCE, TOMATO, PICKLES, HERO SAUCE
HEROES DELUXE BURGER
HEROES MEGA BURGER
KIWI BURGER
PINEAPPLE BOB BURGER
HOUSE-MADE BEEF PATTIE, SWISS CHEESE, LETTUCE, BACON, GRILLED PINEAPPLE, JALAPENO AND HEROES SAUCE
SMASH BURGER
HOUSE-MADE PATTIE, CHEDDAR CHEESE, PICKLES, ONIONS, HEROES SAUCE
SMOKED SMASH BURGER
HOUSE-MADE BEEF PATTIE, SMOKED SAUSAGES, CHEDDAR CHEESE, RED ONION, TOMATO, GREENS, HEROES SAUCE
SUPER PIGGY
SLOW COOKED PULLED PORK, MELTED CHEDDAR, COLEWLAW, JALAPENO SAUCE
Chicken Burgers
AMAZING CHICKEN BURGER
CRUNCHY CRUMBED FRIED CHICKEN BREAST, BACON, BBQ SAUCE, GREENS, TOMATO, RED ONION, AVOCADO, AIOLI
CAESAR BURGER
CHOOK FILA BURGER
CRUNCHY CRUMBED FRIED CHICKEN BREAST, LETTUCE, ONION, PICKLES, HEROES SAUCE
FLASH BURGER
SPICY BUFFALO FRIED CHICKEN BREAST, PICKLES, AIOLI, HOUSE MADE SLAW
GRILLED CHICKEN BURGER
Vegetarian Burgers
CRISPY TOFU BURGER
HEROES VEGE BURGER
NOODLE BURGER
VEGE BURGER BLACK BEAN AND CHICKPEA
Family Meals
HEROES BOX FOR FOUR
2 X SMASH BURGERS, 2 X SALAD BURGERS, FRIES, NUGGETS, ONION RINGS
HEROES BOX FOR SIX
6X SMASH BURGERS, FRIES, NUGGETS, ONION RINGS
HEROES BOX FOR TWO
2 X SMASH BURGERS, FRIES, NUGGETS, ONION RINGS
Super Kids Menu
KIDS CHEESE & BACON BUDDY
HOUSE-MADE BEEF PATTIE, CHEDDAR CHEESE, KETCHUP, MAYO
KIDS CHEESE BURGER
HOUSE-MADE BEEF PATTIE, CHEDDAR CHEESE, KETCHUP
KIDS CHICKEN BURGER
CRUNCHY CHICKEN BREAST, CHEDDAR CHEESE, MAYO
KIDS CHICKEN NUGGETS & CHIPS
6 NUGGETS, CHIPS AND KETCHUP DIP
Desserts
ICE CREAM SUNDAE
WARM CHOCOLATE BROWNIE
CHOCOLATE BROWNIE SERVED WITH VANILLA ICE-CREAM AND CHOCOLATE SAUCE
Side Kicks
CAESAR SALAD
CRUNCHY COS LETTUCE, PARMESAN CHEESE, FOCACCIA CROUTONS, RED ONIONS, HOUSE-MADE CAESAR DRESSING, BACON CRUMBLES
CHEESY CHIPS
CRISPY CHIPS WITH SMOKED CHEESE SAUCE, GRATED CHEESE AND GRAVY
CHIPS
CRISPY CHIX STRIPS
CURLY FRIES
HOUSE-MADE COLESLAW
MEAT ON CHIPS
ONION RINGS
WITH AIOLI
Drinks
BOTTLED WATER
BOTTLES OF FIZZY 1.5L
CANS OF FIZZY
COKE BOTLLE
COKE CAN
DEEP SPRINGS FLAVOURS
FANTA BOTTLE
FANTA CAN
KERI APPLE
KERI ORANGE
L&P BOTTLE
L&P CAN
NO SUGAR COKE CAN
NO SUGAR COKE BOTTLE
POWERADE
SPRITE BOTTLE
SPRITE CAN
Super Shakes
SUPER SHAKES
Jimmy’s Smokehouse
Jimmy’s Smokehouse occupies an Oxford Terrace site with a wider menu than its name first suggests. Slow-smoked pork ribs, pork belly and chicken sit beside steak, prawns, salmon and sharing combinations, allowing one table to mix barbecue with grill dishes. The central location and full dining room make it suitable for a longer meal, especially when several diners want meat but do not all want the same cut or cooking style.
Pork ribs and the Hog Plate keep the meal closest to an American smokehouse, combining ribs, wings and pork belly with house barbecue sauce. The larger Turf platter adds steak, sausages and sides for sharing, while a smoked-chicken burger gives lunch a simpler scale. Review sentiment is less even than at some dedicated barbecue kitchens nearby, including a recent complaint about inconsistent cooking and the handling of feedback, so a straightforward barbecue order is the safer way to understand the kitchen.
Address: 95 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011
Jimmy's Smokehouse Menu
To Share
Pork Ribs
Low and slow cooked spare ribs, your choice of house made bbq or spicy bbq
Crispy Chicken
Served with Ranch
Smoked Chicken Wings
4 Pieces. Your Choice of house made bbq or spicy bbq
Pulled Pork Croquettes
4 Pieces. House made croquettes, spicy mayo.
Smoked Salmon Croquettes
4 Pieces. House made croquettes, spicy mayo.
Chicken Fillet Sausages
4 Pieces. Ranch.
Salt & Pepper Squid
Aioli, spicy mayo.
Chips
Thick cut chips, tomato sauce
Potato Salad
Cauliflower, parsley, aioli.
Garlic Bread
Ciabatta bread, parsley, aioli.
Main
Served with Fresh Slaw, Garlic Bread, and 1 side.
Eye Fillet
Medium rare, Beef jus
Sirloin
Medium rare, Beef jus.
Pork Ribs
Slow-smoked pork ribs, your choice of house made bbq or spicy bbq.
Pork Belly
Slow-smoked NZ fresh pork belly, creamy romesco.
BBQ Chicken
Grilled chicken thigh & wings, ranch, your choice of house made bbq or spicy bbq.
Grilled Prawn Cutlets
Chimichurri, herb mayo.
Smoked Salmon
Fresh salmon served medium, chimichurri paste.
Caulisteak With Bacon
Grilled cauliflower, house made bacon, salsa, spicy mayo & ranch.
Combo
Served with Fresh Slaw, Garlic Bread, and 1 side.
Eye Fillet & Prawns
250g eye fillet, grilled king prawns, red wine sauce, salsa mayo.
Sirloin & Prawns
400g sirloin, grilled king prawns, red wine sauce, salsa mayo.
The Paddock Plate
Pork belly, sirloin, chicken wings.
BBQ Chicken & Prawns
Chicken thigh, king prawns, house made bbq.
Hog Plate
Chicken wings, pork ribs, pork belly, house made bbq.
Salmon & Prawns
Smoked salmon, grilled king prawns, chimichurri paste.
For Two
Turf
120g Eye Fillet, 200g Sirloin, 250g Pork Ribs, 200g Pork Belly, 150g Chicken Wings, 2pc Fillet Sausages, Chips, Potato Salad, Fresh Slaw, 2pc Garlic Bread, 2pc Pulled Pork Croquettes
Surf & Turf
6pc King Prawns, 250g Green Mussels, 120g Eye Fillet, 200g Sirloin, 250g Pork Ribs, 150g Chicken Wings, Chips, Potato Salad, Fresh Slaw, 2pc Garlic Bread, Salt & Pepper Squid
Kids Menu
Sausages & Chips
Crispy Chicken & Chips
Lunch
Available 11:30AM - 4:00PM. Orders from this menu can only be scheduled for Sun - Sat: 11:45 AM - 4:00 PM.
Fillet Pattie Burger (Beef)
House made bacon, sliced cheese, lettuce, red onion, tomato, pickle, aioli. Unavailable
Smoked Chicken Burger
Sliced cheese, lettuce, red onion, tomato, ranch, pickles, aioli. Unavailable
Sirloin Steak
Served with Fresh slaw & Garlic Bread. Medium rare, beef jus. Unavailable
Pork Belly Steak
Creamy romesco. Unavailable
Mains
Sirloin Steak
Served with Fresh slaw & Garlic Bread Medium rare, beef jus.
Burgers
Fillet Pattie Burger (Beef)
House made bacon, sliced cheese, lettuce, red onion, tomato, pickle, aioli.
Smoked Chicken Burger
Sliced cheese, lettuce, red onion, tomato, ranch, pickles, aioli.
Starters & Sides
Pork Belly Steak
Creamy romesco
Drinks
Welchs Grape355ml Can
Fanta Orange 330ml Can
Lemon Lime Bitters 330ml Bottle
Ginger Beer 330ml Bottle
Red Bull 250ml Can
Ginger Ale 250ml Can
L & P 330ml Can
Tonic Water
San.Pellegrino Sparkling Water 500ml Bottle
The Butcher’s Apron
The Butcher’s Apron is a daytime Edgeware stop where the neighbouring Peter Timbs butcher supplies the defining ingredients. Bacon butties, sausages and burgers are cooked to order in a compact takeaway setting with covered outdoor seating. The appeal is direct: good meat, fresh bread and sensible combinations rather than an oversized restaurant menu. It works especially well for breakfast, an early lunch or a quick food stop when a full sit-down meal would be unnecessary.
The BLT is packed with bacon rather than using it as a token garnish, while the Breakfast Buttie and Irish Breakfast Roll move towards a heavier morning meal. Sausage choices include Nuremberg and smoked jalapeño-and-cheese styles; the Bangkok Barry brings a sweeter, spicier direction. The counter sits at 70A Edgeware Road, adjoining the butcher. Recent detailed reviews praise the generous fillings and friendly service, although the modest review volume means expectations should rest on the clear current menu rather than popularity alone.
Address: 70A Edgeware Road, St Albans, Christchurch 8014
The Butcher's Apron Menu
Burgers
Bangkok Barry
Fresh bun, grilled pork belly, pickled veges, Asian salad, fried onions & chilli mayo
BLT
Peter Timbs bacon, lettuce, tomato, aioli in a fresh bun.
Breakfast Buttie
Peter Timbs bacon & egg in a fresh bun
Cheese Burger
Fresh soft bun with a Peter Timbs steak pattie, lettuce, tomato & aioli
Loaded
Fresh bun, steak, egg, bacon, cheese & onion
Porker
Pulled pork, bacon, cheese & BBQ sauce in a fresh bun
Pulled Pork Burger
Brioche bun, pulled pork, chilli mayo coleslaw, pickles & pork crackling
Tradie Burger
A loaded double smash burger stacked with two beef patties, double cheese, crispy bacon, onions, and smoky BBQ sauce.
Sausages
Hot Hungarian Sausage
Smoked Hungarian in a fresh bread roll, sauce & onions
Irish Breakfast Roll
Fresh soft bread roll, German Nuremburg Sausage, egg, black pudding & bacon
Nuremburg Sausage
German Nuremburg in a fresh bread roll, sauce & onions
Smoked Jalapeno & Cheese Sausage
Extra long Smoked Jalapeno & Cheese Sausage in a fresh bread roll, sauce & onions
Salads & Wraps
Bangkok Barry Salad
Grilled pork belly, pickled veges, Asian salad, fried onions & chilli mayo
Breakfast Wrap
Packed with crispy bacon, a fried egg, cheese, lettuce, fresh tomato, and aioli, all folded inside a fresh wrap.
Bacon Buttie
Peter Timbs bacon in a fresh soft bun
Coffee
Cappuccino
Classic espresso with steamed milk and a thick foam layer.
Espresso Shot
Pure coffee in its simplest form.
Flat White
A smooth espresso-based coffee with silky steamed milk.
Latte
Creamy coffee with steamed milk and a light foam topping
Long Black
A robust and bold black coffee made with espresso and hot water.
Mochaccino
Espresso blended with chocolate, milk, and frothy foam.
Tea & Chocolate
Chai Latte
Spiced tea latte with a hint of sweetness and frothy milk.
Hot Chocolate
A creamy chocolate drink to warm your day.
Tea
A soothing and classic brew, perfect for any time of day.
Cold Drinks
Iced Chocolate
A cold and sweet chocolate drink. ($1.50 extra for whipped cream)
Iced Coffee
Refreshing iced coffee served with whipped cream ($1.50 extra for whipped cream).
Orange Juice
Fresh, flavorful orange juice to brighten your day.
Coke
The iconic fizzy cola drink, served chilled.
Coke Zero Sugar
Zero sugar, same classic cola taste.
Fanta
Fruity orange soda with a bubbly zest.
Sprite
Crisp and refreshing lemon-lime soda.
V
Energy drink packed with a vibrant kick to fuel your day. Green, Blue and Zero sugar all available.
Water
Crisp and refreshing, the ultimate thirst-quencher.
Final Thoughts
Christchurch makes it easy to match American food to the mood of the meal. Smoky brisket and ribs suit a table with time to share, a Riverside smash burger works for a focused city lunch, and pancakes in Riccarton answer a very different appetite. The city’s independent operators are particularly good at giving these familiar formats enough personality to feel rooted in their own neighbourhoods.
Start with the style that matters most, whether that is bark on brisket, a crisp beef edge, a properly filled bacon butty or the comfort of an all-day breakfast. Check the current menu and service period, then order enough contrast around the main event: pickles and slaw with barbecue, crisp fries with a burger, or coffee alongside pancakes. That balance usually makes the meal more satisfying than simply choosing the largest plate.