Addington, Spreydon and Hillmorton form a broad dining corridor south-west of central Christchurch. Lincoln Road carries much of the energy, linking restaurants, pubs, takeaways and major entertainment venues, while Somerfield and Milton Street add distinctive neighbourhood options. The result is practical but varied: a polished dinner can sit only minutes from a bustling Japanese buffet, Cantonese yum cha, Thai street food or a long-established curry takeaway. Parking is generally easier than in the central city, but race meetings and arena events can fill nearby spaces quickly, making an early arrival useful on major nights. Midweek visits usually provide the calmest rooms and most flexible tables.
The strongest meals here suit very different occasions. Groups can share small Japanese plates or baskets of dim sum, families can settle into a generous pub menu, and vegetarian diners can explore Indian snacks, dosa, thali and sweets without treating meat-free food as an afterthought. Several kitchens also work well before an event at Addington Raceway or nearby venues, provided the table leaves enough time for service. The area also supports quick takeaway without reducing every choice to fast food, particularly for diners who value freshly cooked noodles, curry, bread or sweets.
Book ahead for weekend yum cha, larger groups and chef-led dining. Race meetings, live events and pub entertainment can reshape both opening hours and atmosphere, so check the venue’s current schedule when a quiet table matters. Menus change, especially specials and seasonal dishes, and anyone managing a serious allergy should speak directly with the restaurant because shared fryers and preparation areas are common. Public transport runs along the main corridors, although late finishes may make a taxi or designated driver more practical for groups moving between dinner and an event.

Moon Under Water
Moon Under Water combines a serious rotating beer programme with food that gives non-drinkers and mixed dietary groups a reason to stay. The Somerfield pub feels relaxed and local, with outdoor tables, board games and a dog-friendly approach. Its kitchen treats pub food playfully while keeping recognisable anchors such as burgers, pizza, tacos and fried chicken.
Brisket tacos, the Somerfield spice bag and pork belly bites bring spice and richness, while fish tacos and seasonal crudo can keep an order lighter. Pizza ranges from mushroom and truffle to hot-honey pepperoni and smoked Akaroa salmon. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free paths are unusually well developed for a pub. Recent diners especially praise the burgers, beer range and welcoming atmosphere; check the specials before deciding because some of the most interesting dishes are temporary.
Address: 152 Somerfield Street, Somerfield, Christchurch 8024
Moon Under water Menu
The Small Stuff
GLUTEN FREE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN OPTIONS AVAILABLE – JUST ASK! (V) = Vegetarian / (GF) = Gluten Free / (DF) = Dairy Free / (Ve) = Vegan
FRIES
Served with tomato sauce, aioli or gravy. Add cheese for an extra $2. Add house-made curry sauce for an extra $4. (GF)(Ve)
FRICKIN' CHICKEN
Crispy Southern fried free range chicken, served with "sriRANCHa" or hot honey. (GF)
LEMON PEPPER CALAMARI
Cornflour crusted calamari, served with lemon and candied jalapeño aioli. (DF)(GF)
PORK BELLY BITES
Twice cooked pork belly, crispy crackling, hoisin sauce glaze, served with candied jalapeño aioli. (DF)(GF)
TEMPURA MUSHROOMS
Crispy fried mushrooms, with pico de gallo, and "Freak Out" pineapple hot sauce. (Ve)(GF)
CORN CHIPS & QUESO
Natural corn chips made fresh in Napier from Hawkes Bay corn, served with cheddar cheese queso. (GF)(V)
Bigger Stuff
MOON BOARD
Grizzly Baked Goods sourdough, balsamic glaze and your choice of 5 of the following: House-marinated Mediterranean olives, Garlic Butter, Mushroom & Port pate, Prosciutto, Smoked Akaroa salmon, Candied walnuts, Gorgonzola cheese, Caramelis... (GF Options) (Ve Options) (DF Options)
BRISKET TACOS
Natural corn tortillas made fresh in Napier, grilled crispy, filled with slow cooked Angus beef brisket, red onion and mozzarella. Served with pico de gallo and salsa roja. (GF)
FISH TACOS
Natural corn tortillas made fresh in Napier, battered and fried catch of the day fish, with coleslaw, sriRANCHA, pickled red onion, and salsa roja. (DF Option)(GF)
NACHO TYPICAL NACHOS
Slow cooked Angus beef brisket, jalapenos, creamy avocado, pico de gallo, sour cream and cheese. Served on house made corn chips. (GF)
CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD
Free range chicken breast, cos lettuce, bacon, egg, croutons, red onion, parmesan and Caesar dressing. (GF Option)
THE SOMERFIELD SPICE BAG
An Irish chippy store classic. Crispy fries, Southern fried free-range chicken breast, sauteed onion and capsicum. Shaken - not stirred. Served in a take away bag, with house made curry sauce on the side. (GF)
Burgers
Gluten free buns are available for an extra $2, Add fries to your burger for an extra $6.
SAY CHEESE!
Premium New Zealand beef patty, cheddar, sliced tomato, iceberg lettuce, aioli and mustard (make it a double for an extra $6). (GF Option)
FRIAR CLUCK
Fried free-range chicken thigh, hot honey, iceberg lettuce, jalapeño aioli and McClure's pickles. Add Cheese for an extra $2. Add bacon for an extra $4. (GF OPTION)
SPEEDY GONZALEZ
Premium New Zealand beef patty, cheddar, bacon jam , corn chips, avocado mousse, iceberg lettuce, sliced jalapeños, pico de gallo and candied jalapeño aioli... ... (GF Option)
THE BIKINI BOTTOM
Battered and fried catch of the day, "Freak Out" pineapple hot sauce, five-spice emulsion, cos lettuce, and McClure’s pickles. (GF Option)(DF Option)
DIRTY DOUBLES (DONE DIRT CHEAP)
Grizzly Baked Goods milk bun, double beef patty, double cheddar, grilled onion, bacon jam , aioli and McClure's pickles. (GF Option)
THE FUN GUY
Mushroom tempura, pickled oyster mushrooms, mushroom & port pate, cos lettuce, and "Freak Out" pineapple hot sauce mayo. (V)(GF, Ve and DF Options)
Pizza
Gluten Free bases are available for an extra $2
FUNGI TARTUFI
Alfredo sauce, Mozzarella, sliced mushrooms, truffle oil, caramelised onion and Parmesan. (V)
SPEEDY POLLO
Mozzarella, free-range chicken breast, bacon, red onion, pico de gallo, and candied Jalapeno aioli. (GF OPTION)
MUSHROOM MANIA
Tomato base, extra virgin olive oil, sliced mushrooms, caramelised onion, mushroom & port pate and vegan roasted garlic aioli. (Ve) (GF OPTION)
HOT HONEY PEPPERONI
Mozzarella, pepperoni, confit garlic, house made hot honey and fresh basil. (GF OPTION)
PROSCIUTTO
Mozzarella, prosciutto, gorgonzola, candied walnuts, pear, and Parmesan. (GF OPTION)
GARLIC FLATBREAD
Garlic butter and mozzarella. (V)(GF Option)
MARGHERITA
Mozzarella, fresh basil and Parmesan. (V)(GF Option)
AKAROA SALMON PIZZA
Mozarella, Manuka smoked Akaroa King Salmon, dill cream cheese, red onion, and capers. (GF option)
Specials
Here for a good time, not for a long time!
BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Deep fried with an option of * Sweet soy dressing, crispy shallots and roasted cashews (Ve)(DF) * Five spice emulsion, black vinegar dressing and house made togarashi (DF)
MARKET FISH CRUDO
Konbu cured catch of the day, chilli peanut crunch, umami mayo and fresh herbs, served with corn chips. (GF)(DF)
SEASONAL CHEESECAKE
Lime cheesecake served with berry coulis and whipped cream. (V)
WILD FALLOW DEAR TARTARE
Lightly smoked wild Fallow Deer pastrami with cornicons, shallots, seeded mustard and capers. Served with crostini. GF Option)(DF)
WILD PORK MEATBALLS
Served with a beer and dijon mustard cream sauce, celeriac puree, caramelised onions, sauteed oyster mushrooms and a white anchovy salsa.

Koji Japanese Buffet Christchurch
Koji turns the familiar all-you-can-eat format into a made-to-order Japanese meal. Instead of collecting food from a steam table, diners choose small plates that arrive from the kitchen in rounds, which keeps grilled, fried and raw dishes closer to their intended texture. The energetic Addington room suits birthdays, family dinners and groups whose tastes range from sushi to teppanyaki-style meat.
The current formats step from a focused lunch through broader tasting and premium choices. Sashimi, nigiri, karaage, tempura, gyoza, grilled seafood and beef let a table change pace rather than repeat one style. Order modestly at first, because portions are deliberately small and another round can follow. Everyone at the table must use the same buffet tier, so agree on appetite and seafood preferences before settling in.
Address: 257 Lincoln Road, Addington, Christchurch 8024
Koji Japanese table buffet Menu
Lunch Buffet
Per head pricing. Only one buffet menu can be chosen per table. Available only during lunchtime. Cooked fresh to order; eat as much as you like. Menus and prices are subject to change without notice.
Lunch Buffet
Per head. Only one buffet menu can be chosen per table. Available only during lunchtime.
Taste Buffet
Per head pricing. Only one buffet menu can be chosen per table. Cooked fresh to order; eat as much as you like. Menus and prices are subject to change without notice.
Taste Buffet
Per head. Only one buffet menu can be chosen per table.
Premium Buffet
Per head pricing. Only one buffet menu can be chosen per table. Cooked fresh to order; eat as much as you like. Menus and prices are subject to change without notice.
Premium Buffet
Per head. Only one buffet menu can be chosen per table.
White Wine
Glass / Bottle
Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough. Smooth and inviting with classic Marlborough flavours including ripe bell pepper & tropical fruit. Crisp acidity rounds off an elegant structure.
Man O’War Sauvignon Blanc
Waiheke Island. A stylish & restrained vintage. Herbaceous aromas intertwined with fresh mint, lemon grass & sea spray. A focused & light palate with a nice hint of texture to balance the fresh acidity & vibrancy of fruit.
Amisfield Sauvignon Blanc
Central Otago. The palate is quite full bodied with the lively, succulent fruit flavours artfully balanced by a splash of citrus.
TW Estate Chardonnay
Gisborne. The classic New Zealand Chardonnay, mouth-filling with concentrated citrus and tropical fruit.
Red Wine
Glass / Bottle
Deliverance Pinot Noir
North Canterbury. From the Omihi hillsides of the Waipara Valley, flavours of red plum and berries supported by cinnamon spice, ripe palate with red fruits and fine tannins.
Gibbston Valley Gold River Pinot Noir
Central Otago. Lifted aromas of bright red fruit and a fragrant, earthy complexity lead into an approachable palate of delicate and creamy red fruit. An elegant and fragrant style with a silky lasting charm.
Nanny Goat Pinot Noir
Central Otago. Bright and lively on the nose with blue fruits, spice and bramble, delicately wrapped in hauntingly seductive floral notes.
Redmetal Syrah
Hawke’s Bay. Generally refined and elegant, crammed with plum and savoury black pepper flavours, a hint of violets.
Bottled Beer
Asahi Super Dry
Sapporo
Speight’s
Heineken
Premium Sake
Bottle. 120ml / 240ml
Ippin Daiginjyo 720ml
Ippin Daiginjyo 300ml
Fruity, rich and sweet.
Mio Sparkling Sake 300ml
Sweet and fruity sparkling sake.
Kubota (Hot/Cold)
Crisp and light.
Japanese Spirits
60ml / Mixer Charge $4
Suntory Single Grain Whiskey Chita
A mild, smooth single grain Japanese Whiskey.
Suntory Whiskey Toki
A well balanced silky blend Japanese Whiskey with a subtly sweet and spicy finish.
Japanese Craft Vodka Haku
Japanese Vodka made with 100% Japanese rice and bamboo charcoal filtration.
Japanese Craft Gin Roku
Traditional gin taste at its base, plus Japanese botanical notes with Yuzu as the top note. Smooth and silky texture.
Soft Drinks
Extra syrup charge $1
Coke
Coke No Sugar
Sprite
Sprite No Sugar
Juice
Orange
Pineapple
Apple
Cocktails
Sex On The Beach
Vodka and peach liqueur shaken with orange juice, cranberry juice and a dash of grenadine.
Very Berry
Malibu, strawberry liqueur, triple sec, blackberry & boysenberry syrup, raspberry cordial, berries, topped with soda water.
Drunk Lychee
White rum with lychee syrup and orange juice.

Maxine's Palace
Maxine’s Palace is built for the communal rhythm of Cantonese dining. Large round tables, tea and a deep menu make it practical for family gatherings, while lunch brings the strongest reason to visit: baskets of dim sum that allow a table to compare steamed, fried and roasted flavours in small portions. The room is spacious rather than intimate, and it becomes lively when several large groups arrive together.
Har gow, siu mai, xiao long bao, rice-noodle rolls and radish cake can form a varied yum cha order before roast duck or a shared seafood dish. At dinner, the menu expands through hotpots, tofu, vegetables, rice, noodles and meats designed for the lazy Susan. Current diners frequently praise the fresh dumplings, Cantonese flavours and efficient group service, although individual dishes draw mixed reactions. Reserve for weekend lunch and order in stages so steamed items reach the table hot.
Address: 283 Lincoln Road, Addington, Christchurch 8024
Maxine's Palace Menu
套餐 SET MENUS
Set menus are per person with minimum party sizes: SET A 2 persons minimum, SET B 4 persons minimum, SET C 6 persons minimum, SET D 8 persons minimum.
SET A
2 PERSONS MINIMUM. STARTER: Deep Fried Snacks (Wontons, Vege Spring Rolls & Prawn Chips) OR Chicken Cream Corn Soup. MAINS: Chicken & Cashews, Sweet & Sour Pork, White Rice or Egg Fried Rice.
SET B
4 PERSONS MINIMUM. STARTER: Deep Fried Snacks (Wontons, Vege Spring Rolls & Prawn Chips) OR Chicken Cream Corn Soup. MAINS: Chicken & Cashews, Sweet & Sour Pork, Beef in Black Bean Sauce, Lemon Chicken, White Rice or Egg Fried Rice.
SET C
6 PERSONS MINIMUM. STARTERS: Deep Fried Snacks (Wontons, Vege Spring Rolls & Prawn Chips), Chicken Cream Corn Soup. MAINS: Chicken & Cashews, Sweet & Sour Pork, Crispy Chicken, Beef in Black Bean, Lemon Chicken, White Rice or Egg Fried Rice.
SET D
8 PERSONS MINIMUM. STARTERS: Deep Fried Snacks (Wontons, Vege Spring Rolls & Prawn Chips), Chicken Cream Corn Soup. MAINS: Chicken & Cashews, Sweet & Sour Pork, Crispy Chicken, Beef in Black Bean, Lemon Chicken, Salt & Pepper Fish, White Rice or Egg Fried Rice.
头盘 SNACKS
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free
Pan Fried Dumplings (6pcs)
Deep Fried Chicken Wings (4pcs)
GF
Deep Fried Wontons (5pcs)
Deep Fried Spring Rolls (4pcs)
Deep Fried Vege Spring Rolls (10pcs)
V
Deep Fried Green Beans
V
Deep Fried Squid
GF
Deep Fried Prawn Twisters (5pcs)
Deep Fried Scallops (5pcs)
Deep Fried Mushroom Balls (5pcs)
V
Crispy Chicken Bites
Chinese Scallion Pancakes
Deep Fried Prawn Chips
Pickled Jelly Fish
GF
Seaweed Salad
GF
Braised Duck Wings & Feet
汤类 SOUPS
[ * ] Vegetarian option available. Most dishes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs, please enquire with our staff.
Hot & Sour Soup
[ * ] Vegetarian option available
Wonton Soup
Chicken & Cream Corn Soup
[ * ] Vegetarian option available. GF
Chicken & Fish Maw Soup
GF
Chicken, Crab Meat & Tofu Soup
GF
Seafood, Spinach & Tofu Soup
[ * ] Vegetarian option available. GF
烧腊味 ROASTED MEAT
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free
Peking Duck (Half)
Peking Duck (Whole)
1 Course / 2 Courses / 3 Courses
Roasted Duck
Half / Whole
Crispy Roasted Pork
GF
BBQ Pork
Double Roasted Mix
Choose 2: Roast Duck / Roast Pork / BBQ Pork
Salt & Pepper Duck Jaws
Maggi Duck Jaws
鸡类 CHICKEN
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free. [ # ] Chicken with bones in, option to debone. Most dishes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs, please enquire with our staff.
Chicken with Cashew Nuts
GF
Honey Chicken
Lemon Chicken
Curry Chicken
GF
Satay Chicken
GF
Chicken with Pineapple
GF
Sweet & Sour Chicken
Chicken in Black Bean Sauce
Chicken with Vegetables
GF
Kung Po Chicken
Chicken with Dried Chilli
[ # ] Chicken with bones in, option to debone
Crispy Chicken Bites
Steamed Chicken and Shiitake Mushrooms
[ # ] Chicken with bones in, option to debone
Crispy Chicken
GF. Half / Whole
Free Range Chicken (pre-order)
GF Price: Seasonal
猪类 PORK
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free. Most dishes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs, please enquire with our staff.
Sweet & Sour Pork
Julienne Pork in Sweet Peking Sauce
Garlic Pork Ribs
Salt & Pepper Pork Ribs
Orange Pork Ribs
Satay Pork
GF
Pork in Black Bean Sauce
Curry Pork
GF
Stir Fried Pork in Teriyaki Sauce
Braised Pork with Fried Buns
Stir Fried Pork with Bean Sprouts
Spicy Pork Mince with Glass Noodle
GF
牛类 BEEF
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free. Most dishes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs, please enquire with our staff.
Beef in Black Bean Sauce
Beef with Ginger & Spring Onion
Curry Beef
GF
Satay Beef
GF
Beef with Ginger & Pineapple
GF
Ribeye with Mushrooms on a Hot Plate
Si-Chuan Spicy Beef
GF
Beef with Ginger & Spring Onion on a Hot Plate
Beef with Black Pepper on a Hot Plate
Beef in Chinese Sauce on a Hot Plate
GF
Orange Beef
海鲜类 SEAFOOD
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free. [ # ] Prawns with shells on, option to have the shells off. Most dishes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs, please enquire with our staff.
Palace’s Mayo Prawns with Pineapple
Salt & Pepper Prawns
[ # ] Prawns with shells on, option to have the shells off
Deep Fried Garlic Prawns
Prawns with Cashew Nuts
GF
Satay Prawns
GF
Prawns in Special Soy Sauce
[ # ] Prawns with shells on, option to have the shells off
Crispy Prawns with Spicy Crumbs
[ # ] Prawns with shells on, option to have the shells off
Steamed Butterfly Prawns with Garlic
GF
Scallops with Ginger & Spring Onion
GF
Scallops in XO Sauce
Scallops with Tofu
GF
Steamed Bluecod (whole)
Price: Seasonal
Sweet & Sour Blue Cod
GF (whole fish, boneless) Price: Seasonal
Fish with Tofu in Taiwanese Spicy Sauce (whole fish)
Price: Seasonal
Si-Chuan Spicy Fish
GF
Fish with Ginger & Spring Onion
GF
Deep Fried Salt & Pepper Fish
Sweet & Sour Fish Nuggets
Deep Fried Salt & Pepper Squid
Squid with Vegetables
GF
Squid in Black Bean Sauce
Mixed Seafood Curry
GF
Seafood with Rice Crisps
GF
Steamed Oysters with Garlic
Price: Seasonal
Albalone with Shiitake Mushrooms & Vegetable
Price: Seasonal
New Zealand Crayfish
Price: Seasonal
King Crab
Price: Seasonal
羊类 LAMB
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free
Lamb with Ginger & Spring Onion
Stir Fried Lamb in Special Sauce
Lamb in XO Sauce
Lamb Ribs on a Hot Plate
Stir Fried Lamb in Special Sauce on a Hot Plate
蛋类 EGGS
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free
Vegetable Omelette
GF, V
BBQ Pork Omelette
GF
Chicken Omelette
GF
Beef Omelette
GF
Prawns Omelette
GF
Combination Meat Omelette
GF
Scrambled Egg with Prawns
GF
Steamed Egg with Mushroom & Dried Scallops Flakes
煲仔类 HOTPOT
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free. Most dishes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs, please enquire with our staff.
Mixed Seafood Tofu Hotpot
GF
Salted Fish, Chicken and Eggplant Hotpot
Salted Fish, Chicken and Tofu Hotpot
Roast Pork & Tofu Hotpot
GF
Fish & Tofu Hotpot
Beef Brisket & Bok Choy Hotpot
Beef, Mushroom & Eggplant Hotpot
Mixed Mushroom Hotpot
V
Mixed Vegetables in Fermented Tofu Sauce Hotpot
GF, V
豆腐类 TOFU
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free
Stir Fried Tofu with Bok Choy
V
Seasonal Mixed Vegetables & Tofu
V
Tofu Pyramid
V
Mapo Tofu
Tofu & Dried Scallops Flakes on a Hot Plate
Deep Fried Tofu with Minced Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce
Steamed Tofu with Prawns in Black Bean Sauce
茄子类 EGGPLANT
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free. Most dishes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs, please enquire with our staff.
Stir Fried Eggplant with Pork Mince
Lovebirds’ Stuffed Eggplant
Half Size / Regular
Ribeye & Eggplant on a Hot Plate
Stir Fried Eggplant with Fermented Tofu Sauce
Stir Fried Eggplant in Special Sauce on a Hot Plate
Crispy Eggplant with Spicy Crumbs
蔬菜类 VEGETABLE
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free. Most dishes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs, please enquire with our staff.
Seasonal Mixed Vegetables with Garlic
GF, V
Stir Fried Bok Choy with Garlic
GF, V
Seasonal Mixed Vegetables in Oyster Sauce
V
Vegetarian Delight
GF, V
Shiitake Mushrooms with Bok Choy
V
Vegetable in Soup with Preserved Egg & Pork
豆类 BEANS
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free
Stir Fried Green Beans with Garlic
GF, V
Stir Fried Green Beans
GF, V
Stir Fried Green Beans & Pork Mince with Dried Chilli
GF
Stir Fried Green Beans & Ribeye in XO Sauce
Green Beans with Teriyaki Pork on a Hot Plate
Stir Fried Green Beans with Chinese Sausage
Stir Fried Green Beans in Black Pepper with Chicken and Squid
Stir Fried Eggplant & Green Beans in XO Sauce
面类 NOODLE
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free. Most dishes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs, please enquire with our staff.
Vegetarian Fried Noodle
V
Chicken / Pork / Beef Fried Noodle
Combination Fried Noodle
Seafood Fried Noodle
Black Pepper Ribeye Fried Noodle
Beef Hofun
Singapore Fried Vermicelli
GF
Vegetable, Pork & Chicken Fried Vermicelli
Bami Goreng
Beef Brisket Noodle Soup
Wonton Noodle Soup
Roast Duck Noodle Soup
饭类 RICE
V Vegetarian | GF Gluten Free. Most dishes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs, please enquire with our staff.
Steamed White Rice
GF, V
Egg Fried Rice
V. Half Size / Regular
Young Chow Fried Rice
BBQ Pork Fried Rice
Chicken Fried Rice
Beef Fried Rice
Seafood Fried Rice
Shrimp Fried Rice
Nasi Goreng
GF
Combination Fried Rice
Salted Fish & Chicken Fried Rice
GF
Palace’s Special Fried Rice
Roasted Duck on Rice
BBQ Pork on Rice
Roasted Pork on Rice
Double Pork on Rice (Roasted Pork & BBQ Pork)
Dim Sums
Pork Siu Mai
Coriander & Pork Dumplings
Spinach & Pork Dumplings
Roast Duck Dumplings
Vegetable Dumplings
Prawn Dumplings
Steamed Beef Ribs
Prawns Cheong Fun
Beef Cheong Fun
Plain Cheong Fun
Roasted Duck
Crispy Roast Pork
BBQ Pork
Steamed Beef Tripe
Steamed Pork Ribs
Xiao Long Bao Pork Dumplings
Steamed Chicken ’sFeet
Steamed Stuffed Tofu in Black Bean Sauce
Steamed Beef Tripe Valve
Crispy Prawn Spring Roll Cheong Fun
Savory Scallion Pancakes
Pan Fried Pork Dumplings
Deep Fried Pork Glutinous Balls
Stuffed Eggplant in Black Bean Sauce
Stuffed Tofu in Black Bean Sauce
Deep Fried Chicken Spring Rolls
Deep Fried Vegetable Spring Rolls
Chicken Sticky Rice in Lotus Leaf
Pan Fried Dried Shrimp Cheong Fun
Radish Cake with Chinese Sausage
Stir Fried Radish Cake in XO Sauce
BBQ Pork Cheong Fun
Steamed Pork Balls with Sticky Rice
Steamed Beef Tendon
Deep Fried Wontons
Pickled Jelly Fish
Steamed Plain Buns
Egg Tarts
Seaweed Salad
Deep Fried Squid
Crispy Chicken Bites
Deep Fried Prawn Twisters
Deep Fried Garlic Chicken Wings
Deep Fried Plain Buns
Deep Fried Custard Carrot
Steamed Chocoate Lava Buns
Deep Fried Sesame Balls
Deep Fried Taro Balls
Deep Fried Green Beans
Braised Duck Feet & Wings
Chinese Mango Pudding
Chinese Coconut Pudding
Steamed Taro Buns
Steamed Chinese Sponge Cake
Steamed BBQ Buns
Steamed Glutinous Rice Buns
Steamed Red Bean Buns
Steamed Custard Buns
Seasonal Vegetable in Special Soy Sauce
Weekends Only
BBQ Pork Baked Buns
Durian Puffs
Custard Baked Buns
Rice
Chicken & Cashew Nuts on Rice
Sweet & Sour Pork on Rice
Beef in Black Bean Sauce on Rice
Curry Beef on Rice
Beef Ginger & Spring Onions on Rice
Stir Fried Tofu on Rice
Sweet & Sour Fish on Rice
Beef Brisket on Rice
Lemon Chicken on Rice
Honey Chicken on Rice
Pork & Mushroom on Rice
Beef & Egg Gravy on Rice
Mapo Tofu on Rice
Chicken & Pineapple Fried Rice
Salted Fish & Chicken Fried Rice
Young Chow Fried Rice
Combination Fried Rice
Fried Rice
Chicken, Beef, BBQ Pork
Egg Fried Rice
Mixed Seafood Fried Rice
XO Sauce Seafood Fried Rice
Prawns & Egg Fried Rice
Nasi Goreng
Roasted Duck on Rice
Roasted Pork on Rice
BBQ Pork on Rice
Double Roasted Pork on Rice
叉烧、烧肉
Congees
Fish Congee
Chicken & Mushroom Congee
Dried Scallop Flakes & Gingko Congee
Preserved Egg & Pork Congee
Mixed Seafood Congee
Noodles
Pork & Mushroom Gravy on
HoFun, Soft Noodle, Crispy Noodle
Seasonal Vege Gravy on
HoFun, Soft Noodle, Crispy Noodle
Beef in Black Bean Gravy on HoFun
Singapore Fried Vermicelli
Stir Fried Vege & Pork Vermicelli
Bami Goreng
Wonton
Soup, Noodle, Vermicelli, HoFun
Prawn Wonton
Soup, Noodle, Vermicelli, HoFun
BBQ Pork in Soup
Noodle, HoFun, Vermicelli
Beef Brisket in Soup
Noodle, HoFun, Vermicelli
Roasted Duck Soup
Noodle, HoFun, Vermicelli
Wontons in Special Sauce
Stir Fried Vegetable
Spicy, Non Spicy, 豉油皇, 干炒; HoFun, Noodle
Stir Fried Beef HoFun
Stir Fried Noodle
Chicken, Pork, Beef
Stir Fried Combination Meat
HoFun, Noodle
Stir Fried Seafood
HoFun, Noodle
Combination Meat Gravy on
HoFun, Soft Noodle, Crispy Noodle
Mixed Seafood Gravy
HoFun, Soft Noodle, Crispy Noodle
Hotpots
Pork Ribs Cheong Fun Hotpot
Beef Brisket Cheong Fun Hotpot
Vegetarian Cheong Fun Hotpot
Non Alcoholics
Coke
Sprite
Whites
Lawson Dry Hills
Marlborough, NZ
Main Divide
Waipara, NZ
Reds
Akarua Rua
Central Otago, NZ
Bubbles
Lindauer Classic
200ml
Beers/Ciders
Chinese Beer
Spirits
Coruba Rum

Town Tonic
Town Tonic gives Lincoln Road a restaurant that can move from coffee and brunch to a more composed dinner. The glass-fronted room is close to major entertainment venues, making it useful before a show, yet the cooking is more ambitious than a convenience stop. Seasonal produce, careful sauces and precise plating shape the menu, while a chef-led tasting option suits diners happy to surrender some control.
Breakfast and lunch lean towards eggs, bowls and cabinet food, while dinner has featured combinations such as braised beef cheek, lamb with vegetable purées and thoughtful plant-based plates. The kitchen states that it can often adapt to allergies and aversions, but complex needs should be discussed when booking. Recent feedback praises flavour and friendly service, alongside occasional complaints about small portions or waits during stretched services. Allow enough time when dining before an event.
Address: 335 Lincoln Road, Addington, Christchurch 8024
Town Tonic Menu
All Day Menu
Served from 8am - 2pm.
Mr. Simple
toast, avocado, seeds, nuts, tomato and pickled onions
Honey Glazed Haloumi
toast, avocado, mix greens, tomato, chili, seeds, balsamic
Mr. Funghi
toast, market mix mushrooms, spinach, cream and truffle essence
Crispy Lentil Fritters
beetroot hummus, mix greens, jalapeno salsa, seeds and sumac
Eggs
Eggbert Einstein
two eggs any way, sundried tomato pesto, toast
Country Style Grits
Creamy polenta, sausages, fried eggs, braised red cabbage and gravy
Omellettina
three eggs, spinach, mushrooms, cheddar and toast
Silky Shell
soft tortillas, fried eggs, avocado, bacon, jalapeno salsa and seeds
Poultry Poet
poached eggs with classic muffin, chili hollandaise and mix greens
Egg-Centric
two eggs any way, bacon, tomato, mushrooms, sausage and hash
French Toast
mix berries compote, vanilla cream, maple syrup and icing sugar
Lunch
Beetroot and Feta Salad
mix greens, seeds, nuts, cucumber, tomato, sultanas and balsamic vinaigrette
Bang Bang Chicken
buttermilk, gochujang kewpie, chili, house kimchi, mix greens and peanuts
TT Braised Beef Cheeks
beetroot hummus, house kimchi, two fried eggs and chili hollandaise
Keto Steak and Eggs
two eggs any style, avocado butter, mix greens and seasonal vegetables
Fish of the Day
ask your server for today's creation or refer to our black board
Pappardelle Funghi
wild mushrooms, baby spinach, grana padano, shaved almonds and fresh herbs
Loaded Open Faced Sandwich
cheese, mix greens, pickles, avocado, gochujang mayo, mustard and fries
Dinner
Open from 5.30 PM.
Baby Carrots
teriyaki, sesame and fried garlic
Clearwater Greens
apple, fennel, spiced chickpeas, seeds and green goodness dressing
Grilled Broccoli
cashew satay, chili oil, quinoa and Addington herbs
Twice Cooked Golden Gourmet Potatoes
bacon bearnaise, grana padano and herbs
Wairiri Burrata
cold smoke, citrus salad, olive soil, beetroot veil and basil
Raw Fish Salad
cucumber, shallot, pineapple, lemon, coriander, coconut cream and sesame bark
Pan Fried Fish of the Day
Cloudy Bay clams, potato, chorizo, seasonal vegetables, salsa vierge sauce and crispy capers
Crispy Seasoned Squid
fennel, wasabi, charred lemon and leek ash
Seared Scallops
edamame & miso puree, radish, puffed sago, cuttlefish emulsion and caviar
Bang Bang Chicken
house kimchi, kewpie, chili honey, togarashi and crushed peanuts
Sous Vide Beef Fillet
carrot veloute, Addington fresh chimichurri, baby carrots, potato espuma, braised pearl onion, pressed beef cheek and au jus
Sous Vide Lamb Rump
spinach & peas puree, hasselback gourmet potatoes, tzatziki, harissa, blistered cherry tomatoes, goat cheese bon bon and hazelnut chermoula
Sous Vide Venison Loin
coffee & star anise rub, carrot veloute, braised kale, blackberry, beetroot ketchup, chili chocolate reduction and beet dust
Braised Beef Cheeks
cassels stout, kumara mash, parsnip textures, herb oil and agrodolce
Trust the Chef
Prices are per person.
Five course tasting menu
Five course plant-based based menu
Desserts, Cheese and Cookies
Kahlua and Espresso Tiramisu
Cocoa, sublime crema, lady finger and chocolate flakes
TT Strawberries and Cream
Strawberry Vacherin, champagne jelly, plum doris sorbet and herb sugar
Triple Chocolate Delice
Cherry gel, biscoff crumb, vanilla ice cream and freeze dried raspberry dust
Sorbet Sampler
Ask your server for today's flavours
Whipped Brie
Pickled grapes, manuka honey, mixed nuts, olive tapenade and crostini
Local Cheese Selection
Quince jelly, fresh fruits, crackers and nuts
Short Bread Cookies
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Coconut Macaroon
All Day Menu – Add ons
ONLY AVAILABLE WITH MEALS PLEASE
two eggs
bacon
two sausages
mushrooms
smoked salmon
haloumi
chili hollandaise
hash
fries
Beers
Three Boys IPA / Pilsner / Lager
Three Boys Alpha Juice Hazy IPA
Cassels Milk Stout / Lager / Light Owl
Corona
Cocktails
Bittersweet Heart
Chambord, Cointreau, Lemon Juice, egg whites
Bloody Mary
Vodka, Lemon Juice, Tomato Juice, Worcestershire, Tabasco, Celery Salt, black pepper
Rosé Sangria
Berries, Strawberry Liqueur, Brandy, Rosé Wine, Apple Juice
Caramel Espresso Martini
Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Espresso Coffee, Caramel
Gin
Scapegrace Silver
Pink Gin
The Source
Roku
House Spirits & Liqueurs
Finlandia Vodka
Jack Daniels
Stolen Gold Rum
Spiced Rum
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Freshly Squeezed Juice
Please refer to blackboard for selection – Available until 2pm only
Smoothies
Rotating Flavours
Spicy Tomato Juice
Soft Drinks
Coke, Coke No Sugar, Sprite
Tea
English Breakfast / Earl Grey
Raspberry / Peach
Green / Cinnamon / Peppermint
Lemon Ginger Honey
Coffee
Add 30c for Takeaways. Alternative milk, decaf coffee, syrup or extra shot add $0.80-$1.
Short / Long Black
Americano
Short / Long Macchiato
Iced Drinks
Alternative milk, decaf coffee, syrup or extra shot add $0.80-$1.
Iced Americano
Iced Latte
Iced Mocha

29 Sweets
29 Sweets is a fully vegetarian Indian restaurant with far more range than its dessert-focused name suggests. The current Sydenham premises cover street snacks, South Indian breakfast dishes, North Indian curries, Indo-Chinese cooking, thali and a broad sweet counter. It is particularly helpful for groups containing vegans and vegetarians because the centre of the meal does not depend on substitutions.
Begin with kachori, pakora, pav bhaji or crisp dosa, then use a thali to sample contrasting gravies, lentils, rice and bread. Paneer dishes bring richness, while idli and sambar offer a lighter, fermented-rice route through the menu. Finish with rasmalai, gulab jamun, dry-fruit kheer or one of the sweets sold by weight. Ask for the current assortment and confirm the total weight before ordering a larger box, since availability changes through the day.
Address: 5A Pilgrim Place, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
29 Sweets Indian Restaurant Menu
Snacks
Samosa (DF)
5 Samosa
Paneer Pakora (5 PCS)
Veg Pakora by Weight (500gm)
Bread Pakora (v)
Kachori Khasta (1 Pcs)
Pav Bhaji (4 Pav)
Vada Pav (2 Pcs)
Onion Bhaji (DF, GF)
Cauliflower Pakora (6 Pcs) (v)
Vegetable Pakora (v) (6 Pcs)
Hara Bhara Kebab (v) (6 Pcs)
Momos Veg (6 Pcs)
Momos Paneer (6 Pcs)
South Indian
Paneer Dosa
Sada Dosa Plain (v)
Masala Dosa (v)
Onion - Tomato Uttapam
Mix Veg Uttapam
Idli Sambher (2 Pcs)
Sambher Vada (4 Pcs)
Soup
Manchow Soup
Sweet Corn Soup
Hot N Sour Soup (V, GF)
Lemon N Coriander Soup (V, GF)
Thali Combo
Thali (Dine In Only)
Dine In Only
29 Sweets Special Thali (Dine In Only)
Dine In Only
South Indian Platter (Dine In Only)
Dine In Only
Combo 1
Combo 2
Desserts
Gulab Jamun (2 Pcs)
Chocolate Brownie
Vanilla Ice Cream (2 Scoop)
Rasmalai (2 Pcs)
Shahi Tukda (2 Pcs)
Dry Fruit Kheer
Ice Cream (DF) (2 Scoop)
Moong Dal Halwa

Speight's Ale House Tower Junction
Speight’s Ale House at Tower Junction is a dependable choice when a group wants recognisable New Zealand pub food and a broad drinks list. The large room, outdoor tables and substantial menu fit family lunches, work gatherings and pre-train meals. Its character comes from hearty portions and familiar combinations rather than delicate cooking, with beer worked into several sauces and batters.
Blue cod in Speight’s batter, lamb shank, pork ribs and the house sausage are the clearest expressions of the format. Seafood chowder or salt-and-pepper squid can start a shared meal, while salads, pasta and a vegetable burger widen the options. Gluten-friendly and dairy-free markings help with navigation, though the kitchen does not promise an allergen-free environment. The busiest periods reward patience, particularly when large functions and weekend groups arrive together.
Address: 2 Troup Drive, Riccarton, Christchurch 8011
Speights Ale House Tower Junction Menu
Dinner – To Start to Share
Our starters are designed for you to share.
Cheesy Garlic Bread
Baked focaccia with garlic butter, melted cheese and fresh parsley
Portobello Mushrooms
Oven baked portobello mushrooms with pumpkin seeds, baby spinach, pesto and grilled parmesan served with salad
Salt’n Pepper Squid
Salt and pepper squid marinated in fresh lime chili and ginger with a light Asian dipping sauce and fresh garden salad
Speight’s Fried Chicken
Our Speight’s Southern fried chicken with Bang Bang sauce served with a fresh garden salad
Seafood Chowder
An abundance of seafood in a rich creamy chowder, served in a farmhouse loaf
Soup of Day
Made fresh daily using seasonal fresh produce, served with toasted bread
Dinner – On the Side
Fries
Wedges
Crispy Potatoes
Onion Rings
Garden Salad
Vegetables
Mushrooms
Streaky Bacon
Egg
Butter
Garlic Butter
Sour Cream
Mushroom Sauce
Extra Sauce
Dinner – Main Fare
Port Hills Beef Cheek
Braised beef cheek served with mashed potato, peas, jus and a slice of bread
Charlies Chicken
Golden baked panko lemon crumbed chicken schnitzel topped with gravy served with fries and fresh garden salad
Pork Belly
Pork belly with maple braised apples, mashed potato and jus
Pan Fried Market Fish
Panfried market fish with seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes and a lemon butter sauce
Bangers n Mash
Our famous Ale House sausage served with mashed potatoes, onion gravy and peas
Dinner – What Made Us Famous
Southern Man Steak
300g Prime Ribeye cooked to your liking, served with golden fries and salad with your choice of garlic butter, onion gravy, mushroom or peppercorn sauce
Pig Hunter Ribs
Twice cooked tender braised pork ribs roasted in smokey beer laden BBQ sauce with golden fries
Shearers Lamb Shank
Herb and garlic marinated lamb hind shank braised with gravy and served on mash and seasonal vegetables
Blue n Gold
Blue cod fillets coated in Speight’s Ultra Beer batter and cooked until golden, served with fries, salad and tartare sauce
Classic Chicken Parcels
Golden filo pastry filled with chicken breast, sundried tomato, red onion and cream cheese served with mango and peach chutney, fresh garden salad and fries
Dinner – Tower Junction Burgers
The Big Kahuna Burger
Double beef patty, double cheese, double bacon, fried egg and onions with lettuce, tomato, tomato relish and aioli served with fries
Chicken Burger
Golden baked panko lemon crumbed chicken schnitzel with tomato, guacamole, bacon, lettuce and jalapeno mayonnaise served with fries and sauce
Beef Burger
Prime ground NZ beef patty with fried onions, grilled bacon, tasty cheese, lettuce and tomato with tomato relish and aioli. Served with fries and sauce
Vegie Burger
Roasted field mushrooms with falafel, cheese, tomato, red onion, lettuce, tomato relish and aioli, served with fries and sauce
Dinner – From the Garden
Lamb Salad
Dukkah-crusted lamb with root vegetables and mixed green salad, pickled red onions and red wine dressing
Crispy Chicken Salad
Crispy chicken strips served on a salad of mixed greens, crispy bacon, tomatoes, cucumber and red onion, topped with shaved parmesan, salted roasted cashew nuts, mandarin, mango and mint salsa
Salmon Salad
Smoked salmon, mixed salad greens, edamame beans with an apple and pickled radish salad finished with a gin and pomegranate dressing
Warm Vegetarian Salad
Grilled halloumi on mixed salad greens with roasted baby beets, grilled courgettes and drizzled with roasted garlic aioli
Dinner – Pasta
Smoked Chicken n Bacon
Smoked chicken, mushroom and smokey bacon fettuccine with a rich garlic cream
Braised Beef Fettucine
Braised beef fettucine with fresh herbs in rich beef broth cream sauce with fresh parsley
Four Cheese Tortellini
Four cheese tortellini and fresh vegetables in a creamy white wine pesto sauce
Lunch – Bread & Soup
Cheesy Garlic Bread
Baked focaccia with garlic butter, melted cheese and fresh parsley
Seafood Chowder
An abundance of seafood in a rich creamy chowder, served in a farmhouse loaf
Soup of the Day
Made fresh daily using seasonal fresh produce, served with toasted bread
Lunch – Pasta
Smoked Chicken n Bacon
Smoked chicken, mushroom and smoky bacon fettuccine with a rich garlic cream
Four Cheese Tortellini
Four cheese tortellini and fresh vegetables in a creamy white wine pesto sauce
Braised Beef Fettuccine
Braised beef fettuccine and fresh herbs in rich beef broth cream sauce with fresh parsley
Lunch – Tower Junction Burgers
The Big Kahuna Burger
Double beef patty, double cheese, double bacon, fried egg and onions with lettuce, tomato, tomato relish and aioli served with fries
Chicken Burger
Golden baked panko lemon crumbed chicken schnitzel with tomato, guacamole, bacon, lettuce and jalapeno mayonnaise served with fries and sauce
Beef Burger
Prime ground NZ beef patty with fried onions, grilled bacon, tasty cheese, lettuce and tomato with tomato relish and aioli. Served with fries and sauce
Vegie Burger
Roasted field mushrooms with falafel, cheese, tomato, red onion, lettuce, tomato relish and aioli, served with fries and sauce
Lunch – Light Meals
Salt ‘n Pepper Squid
Salt and pepper squid marinated in fresh lime chilli and ginger with light Asian dipping sauce, salad and fries
Charlies Chicken
Golden baked panko lemon crumbed chicken schnitzel topped with gravy served with fries and fresh garden salad
The Big Breakfast
Any style free range eggs, bacon, mushrooms, tomato, potato rosti, toasted bread and our famous ale house sausages
The Don
Philly cheese steak sandwich with quick fried rump steak, slow roasted onion, mushrooms with grilled cheddar cheese on a toasted roll. Served with salad and fries
Pan Fried Market Fish
Pan fried market fish with seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes and a lemon butter sauce
Angus Sirloin
200g Sirloin chargrilled to your liking served with golden fries and salad with your choice of garlic butter, onion gravy, mushroom or peppercorn sauce
Pig Hunter Ribs
Twice cooked tender braised pork ribs roasted in smokey beer laden BBQ sauce with golden fries
Shearers Lamb Shank
Herb and garlic marinated lamb hind shank braised with gravy and served on mash and seasonal vegetables
Blue n Gold
Blue cod fillets coated in Speight’s Ultra Beer batter and cooked until golden, served with fries, salad and tartare sauce
Classic Chicken Parcels
Golden filo pastry filled with chicken breast, sundried tomato, red onion and cream cheese served with mango and peach chutney, fresh garden salad and fries
Bangers n Mash
Our famous Ale House sausage served with mashed potatoes, onion gravy and peas
Speight’s Fried Chicken
Our Speight’s Southern fried chicken with Bang Bang sauce served with a fresh garden salad and fries
Lunch – From the Garden
Lamb Salad
Dukkah-crusted lamb with root vegetables and mixed green salad, pickled red onions and red wine dressing
Crispy Chicken Salad
Crispy chicken strips served on a salad of mixed greens, crispy bacon, tomatoes, cucumber and red onion, topped with shaved parmesan, salted roasted cashew nuts, mandarin, mango and mint salsa
Salmon Salad
Smoked salmon, mixed salad greens, edamame beans and pickled radish salad finished with a gin and pomegranate dressing
Warm Vegetarian Salad
Grilled halloumi on mixed salad greens with roasted baby beets, grilled courgettes and drizzled with roasted garlic aioli
Portobello Mushrooms
Oven baked portobello mushrooms with pumpkin seeds, baby spinach, pesto and grilled parmesan served with salad and fries
Bar Snack Menu
Bowl of Fries
Golden fries served with tomato sauce and aioli
Cheesy Garlic Fries
Golden fries topped with cheese, onion gravy, and aioli
Bowl of Wedges
Seasoned wedges served with sweet chilli and sour cream
Loaded Wedges
Seasoned wedges topped with cheese and bacon served with sweet chilli sauce and sour cream
Cod Bites
Summit ultra beer battered blue cod bites served with tartare sauce.
Popcorn Shrimp
Crispy fried popcorn shrimp dusted in lime and creole seasoning with sweet chilli sauce.
Nachos
Beef and bean nachos topped with cheese served with sweet chili sauce, sour cream, and corn chips
Bar Pig Hunter Ribs
Twice cooked tender braised pork ribs in a smokey BBQ sauce
Vegetarian Flatbread
Topped with our house-made pizza sauce, cheese, onion, mushrooms, spinach and seasonal vegetables
Meatlovers Flatbread
Topped with our house-made pizza sauce, cheese, salami, bacon and crispy chicken
Platters
Malthouse Platter
A selection of meats, seafood, cheeses, dips, crackers, breads and vegetables.
Deep Fried Platter
a spread of seasoned wedges, golden fries, pork money bags, vegetarian spring rolls, and samosas served with a selection of dipping sauces
Wee Mates Menu
For Wee Mates 12 years and under. All Wee Mates meals include an ice cream sundae.
Fish and Chips
Battered fish fillet served with golden fries and sauce.
Little Bangers and Mash
Our famous Ale House sausages served with mashed potatoes, peas and gravy.
Mini Chicken Burger
Crumbed chicken, lettuce, tomato, cheese and aioli in a toasted bun served with golden fries.
Mini Beef Nachos
Beef and bean nachos topped with cheese, sour cream and sweet chilli sauce served with corn chips.
Chicken Nuggets
Chicken nuggets served with golden fries and tomato sauce.
Piglet Ribs
Pork ribs with smokey BBQ sauce served with golden fries.
Wee Mates Sundae
Vanilla ice cream with sprinkles, wafers and your choice of Strawberry, Caramel or Chocolate sauce
Brewers Notes – Beers & Cider
Speight’s Brewery has always produced award winning, traditional ales and beers, using only the finest quality Southern ingredients and purest water.
Speight’s Gold Medal Ale
ABV 4.0%. Full malt flavour, with a hint of grassy undertones and bitterness. The biscuity taste from the barley is balanced with Pacific Jade and Green Bullet hops., adding equal amount of bitterness to result in a pleasant finish with no harsh aftertaste.
Speight’s Hazy Pale Ale
ABV 4.5%. Brewed exclusively for the Speight’s Ale House. A hop forward hazy beer with a lighter malt profile really lets the hops shine. This super fresh brew is made with a healthy dose of Citra and Galaxy hops to produce juicy citrus hop hit.
Speight’s Mid Strength Ale
ABV 2.5%. May be lower in alcohol but it’s not lacking in flavour. Brewed using the specialty malts Crystal, Caramalt and Chocolate malt, enough to give the beer a smooth caramelized malty flavour and aroma. The sweetness provided by the malts is balanced by an addition of Pacific Jade and Green Bullet hops to the kettle boil to release their hoppy bitterness.
Speight’s Dry Hop Pilsner
ABV 4.5%. Brewed exclusively for the Speight’s Ale House. Brewed in the style of a European pilsner then dry hopped with Citra, giving the pilsner a lovely tropical edge. Malts: Gladfield pilsner, gladiator and Munich Hops: Saaz (European) dry hopped with Citra (USA)
Speight’s Old Dark Ale
ABV 4.0%. Big creamy flavour by carefully selecting, roasting and matching 5 separate malts we have crafted a dark beer that gives rich, creamy, chocolate fudge flavours swiftly followed by coffee overtones. The addition of hops balance this chocolate and coffee sweetness with a parting dose of sharpness to ensure a well balanced dark-style beer.
Panhead Supercharger APA
ABV 5.7%. American pale ale with Centennial, Citra and Simcoe overwhelming your nose, kicking you in the taste buds and departing with more bitterness than a Palm Springs divorce. It’s a seriously addictive combination and one of NZ’s most awarded beer!
Speight’s Summit Ultra Lager
ABV 4.2%. Refreshing golden lager with a crisp finish. Brewed for longer, it has 75% less carbs. Summit Ultra balances crisp refreshment with great taste, so you can enjoy a full flavoured beer without all the carbs
Guinness
ABV 4.2%. Rich and creamy. Distinctively black. Velvety in its finish. This iconic beer is defined by harmony. Sip after sip, sweet counters bitter as the malt arrives on cue to complement a base of roasted barley. Just as the unmistakable white head sits flush atop the dark beer, so do the flavours counter and combine perfectly.
Speight’s Cloudy Apple Cider
ABV 4.2%. This is a classically cloudy traditional style cider, smooth upfront with a fresh, slightly tangy finish. Made with crisp apples from the Hawke’s Bay region
Speight’s Ale House Guest Tap
Enjoy our rotating seasonal selection, avaiable for a limited time only. You never know what flavour or brew will be on next. Please ask our staff!

Curry Junction
Curry Junction is a long-running Spreydon takeaway that covers both North and South Indian styles. The operation is straightforward, with lunch portions, dinner curries and family combinations designed for easy collection or delivery. It is a useful choice when a group wants different heat levels because the kitchen explicitly offers to adjust spice rather than pushing every gravy towards the same intensity.
Butter chicken and korma provide creamy, gentle options, while madras, vindaloo and saagwala bring more spice or greener flavours. Tandoori chicken, biryani, paneer and seafood make it possible to build beyond a single curry-and-naan order. Current local discussion repeatedly praises the value and cheese naan, though delivery reviews also show occasional inconsistency. Mix one mild curry with one drier or sharper dish, and order bread close to collection time for the best texture.
Address: C/3 Milton Street, Spreydon, Christchurch 8024
Curry Junction Menu
Starters
Vege Samosa (2 pieces)
Triangular shaped crispy pastry stuffed with mashed potatoes, green peas and cumin seeds, served with tamarind sauce
Onion Bhaji (5 pieces)
Thinly sliced onions dipped in chickpea flour and spices, cooked to golden perfection and served with tamarind sauce
Potato Pakoras
Potato slices battered in mildly spiced chick pea flour & deep fried
Lamb Seekh Kebab ( 4 pieces)
Minced lamb blended with fresh herbs, onions and spices, skewered and cooked in a tandoor, served with mint sauce
Chicken Tikka (5 pieces)
Tender chunks of chicken marinated in fresh yoghurt and spices, skewered and cooked in a tandoor, served with mint sauce
Chicken Lollipop (6 pieces)
Spicy chicken nibbles marinated in chef's special sauce and deep fried
Fish Fingers
Fish cubes battered in chickpea flour with ginger, garlic and spices and deep fried, served with tamarind sauce
Malai Tikka (6 Pieces)
Chicken marinated in spices, cashew paste, cream, yoghurt and cooked in tandoor.
Chicken 65
Boneless chicken pieces marinated in yoghurt, spices, battered in corn flour, eggs, bakers flour and deep fried, served with salad
Prawn 65
Prawns marinated in yoghurt, spices, battered in corn flour, eggs, bakers flour and deep fried, served with salad
Tandoori Platter
Consists of 2 Vege Samosa, 2 Onion Bhaji, 2 Chicken tikka, 2 Lamb Seekh kebab and served with chef's special salad
Tandoori Chicken (Half / Whole)
Chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices, baked to perfection in a tandoor and served with salad Price: From 14 NZD
Paneer 65
Homemade cottage cheese marinated with a flavorful mix of spices then deep fried and serve with salad and mint sauce.
Tandoori Mushrooms
Mushroom marinated in yogurt and spices cooked in tandoor and served with mint chutney.
Mushroom chilli
Mushroom mixed with green chill, ginger, garlic and soya sauce
Family Combo
Any 2 curry + 4 plain naan + Rice + Tandoori platter + Gulab Jamun + Papadom + any 1.5L soft drink.
Family Combo
**Please type your curry and spice level in the comments of the order** Any 2 Chicken, Lamb or vege curry + 4 plain naan + Rice + Tandoori platter + Gulab Jamun + Papadom + 1.5L drink
Family Pack Biryani
A delightful combination of basmati rice cooked with exotic spices
Thali
Vege Thali
2 Curries, Rice, Naan or Roti, Papadoms and Salad. Please write curry selection in order notes
Meat Thali
2 Curries, Rice, Naan or Roti, Papadoms and Salad. Please write curry selection in order notes
Chicken Curries
All curries are gluten free and served with rice
Butter Chicken (GFI)
Boneless chicken marinated with special spices and herbs, roasted in a tandoor and cooked in a tangy tomato and butter sauce. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken Tikka Masala (GFI)
Chicken tikka marinated with garlic, ginger and aromatic spices, cooked in onion, tomato and capsicum gravy. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken Korma (GFI)
Tender chicken cubes/diced lamb cooked in a cream and cashew based gravy. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Mango Chicken (GFI)
Boneless chicken cooked in a subtle creamy and mango sauce. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Bhuna Chicken (GFI)
Boneless chicken pieces /diced lamb cooked with garlic, ginger, freshcoriander, capsicum, onions, mango chutney and spices. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Curry Junction Special - Chicken (GFI)
An exotic masala of spices in a delicious thick yoghurt, and onion gravy - chef's specialty. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken Mughlai (GFI)
Boneless chicken pieces cooked with ginger, garlic, fresh coriander, eggs, spices and onion tomato gravy. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chilli Chicken (GFI)
Tender chicken pieces battered and fried, then cooked with diced capsicum, onion, coriander, ginger, garlic and aromatic spices. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken Kadhai (GFI)
Chicken marinated ad cooked with coriander, capsicum, chillies and cumin seeds in a thick onion and tomato gravy. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken Schezwan
Tender chicken pieces battered in corn flour, bakers flour, eggs and cooked with Chef’s special sauce. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken Jalfrezi (GFI)
Boneless chicken cooked with coriander, capsicum, crushed garlic and thick onion and tomato gravy. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken Saagwala (GFI)
Succulent pieces of chicken cooked with abundance of spinach, ginger, garlic and aromatic spices. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken/ Madras (GFI)
Diced chicken cooked in exotic spices, coconut milk, mustard seeds, curry leaves and tomato gravy. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken Vindaloo (GFI)
Boneless pieces of chicken or lamb or beef cooked with vinegar and ground spices. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken Kofta Curry (GFI)
Chicken mince deep fried with spices, onion, garlic, ginger, and then cooked in the chef's special masala. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Chicken Pasanda (GFI)
Boneless chicken pieces / diced lamb cooked with ginger, garlic, fresh coriander, onions, creamy based sauces and almonds. Rice included with all curries Price: From 18.5 NZD
Lunch Time Special Chicken Curries
Half Size Only $12.5! All curries are gluten free and severed with FREE Rice and Naan
Butter Chicken (GF)
Boneless chicken marinated with special spices and herbs, roasted in a tandoor and cooked in a tangy tomato and butter sauce Price: From 10.99 NZD
Chicken Tikka Masala (GF)
Chicken tikka marinated with garlic, ginger and aromatic spices, cooked in onion, tomato and capsicum gravy Price: From 10.99 NZD
Chicken Korma (GF)
Tender chicken cubes/diced lamb cooked in a cream and cashew based gravy Price: From 10.99 NZD
Mango Chicken (GF)
Boneless chicken cooked in a subtle creamy and mango sauce Price: From 10.99 NZD
Chicken Kadhai (GF)
Chicken marinated and cooked with coriander, capsicum, chillies and cumin seeds in a thick onion and tomato gravy Price: From 10.99 NZD
Chicken Jalfrezi (GF)
Boneless chicken cooked with coriander, capsicum, crushed garlic and thick onion and tomato gravy Price: From 10.99 NZD
Chicken/ Madras (GF)
Diced chicken cooked in exotic spices, coconut milk, mustard seeds, curry leaves and tomato gravy Price: From 10.99 NZD
Chicken Vindaloo (GF)
Boneless pieces of chicken or lamb or beef cooked with vinegar and ground spices Price: From 10.99 NZD
Curry Night Special - Chicken Curries
Monday Night Curries. Only $15.5 (pickup only) All curries are gluten free and served with rice.
Butter Chicken (GF)
Boneless chicken marinated with special spices and herbs, roasted in a tandoor and cooked in a tangy tomato and butter sauce Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken Tikka Masala (GF)
Chicken tikka marinated with garlic, ginger and aromatic spices, cooked in onion, tomato and capsicum gravy Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken Korma (GF)
Tender chicken cubes/diced lamb cooked in a cream and cashew based gravy Price: From 16.5 NZD
Mango Chicken (GF)
Boneless chicken cooked in a subtle creamy and mango sauce Price: From 16.5 NZD
Bhuna Chicken (GF)
Boneless chicken pieces /diced lamb cooked with garlic, ginger, freshcoriander, capsicum, onions, mango chutney and spices Price: From 16.5 NZD
Curry Junction Special - Chicken (GF)
An exotic masala of spices in a delicious thick yoghurt, and onion gravy - chef's specialty Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken Mughlai (GF)
Boneless chicken pieces cooked with ginger, garlic, fresh coriander, eggs, spices and onion tomato gravy Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chilli Chicken (GF)
Tender chicken pieces battered and fried, then cooked with diced capsicum, onion, coriander, ginger, garlic and aromatic spices Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken Kadhai (GF)
Chicken marinated and cooked with coriander, capsicum, chillies and cumin seeds in a thick onion and tomato gravy Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken Schezwan (GF)
ender chicken pieces battered in corn flour, bakers flour, eggs and cooked with Chef’s special sauce Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken Jalfrezi (GF)
Boneless chicken cooked with coriander, capsicum, crushed garlic and thick onion and tomato gravy Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken Saagwala (GF)
Succulent pieces of chicken cooked with abundance of spinach, ginger, garlic and aromatic spices Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken/ Madras (GF)
Diced chicken cooked in exotic spices, coconut milk, mustard seeds, curry leaves and tomato gravy Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken Vindaloo (GF)
Boneless pieces of chicken or lamb or beef cooked with vinegar and ground spices Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken Kofta Curry
Chicken mince deep fried with spices, onion, garlic, ginger. Price: From 16.5 NZD
Chicken Pasanda (GF)
Boneless chicken pieces / diced lamb cooked with ginger, garlic, fresh coriander, onions, creamy based sauces and almonds Price: From 16.5 NZD
Curry Night Special - Vegetarian Curries
Monday Night Curries. From $13.5. All curries are gluten free and served with rice. Pickup Only.
Dal Makhani (GF)
Creamed lentils, tempered and seasoned in mild spices and clarified butter Price: From 13.5 NZD
Aloo Mutter (GF)
Potatoes and green peas cooked in tomato, onion and ginger sauce, flavoured with ground spices Price: From 13.5 NZD
Chana Masala (GF)
Marinated Indian chickpeas cooked to a Punjabi recipe Price: From 13.5 NZD
Saag Aloo (GF)
Spinach leaves cooked in Indian spices, garlic and herbs with potatoes Price: From 13.5 NZD
Tarka Dal (GF)
Yellow split lentils cooked with ginger, and laced with royal cumin, fried garlic and asafoetida Price: From 13.5 NZD
Aloo Gobi (GF)
Potatoes and cauliflower are mixed in indian spices, onion, garlic, and then cooked slowly in curry paste with diced tomatoes Price: From 13.5 NZD
Palak Paneer (GF)
A healthy combination of cottage cheese, fresh spinach and a mixture of spices Price: From 14.5 NZD
Mutter Paneer (GF)
Home made cottage cheese, with green peas,ginger, garlic and masala sauce with fresh coriander Price: From 14.5 NZD
Vegetable Jhalfrezi (GF)
Fresh vegetables cooked with capsicum, tomato, onion and ginger garlic and masala sauce, with fresh coriander Price: From 13.5 NZD
Paneer Makhani (GF)
A traditional Indian curry made with cottage cheese and cooked in rich creamy tomato gravy Price: From 14.5 NZD
Malai Kofta (GF)
Delicious clusters of lightly fried homemade cottage cheese, potatoes and nuts in a cream and cashew based sauce Price: From 13.5 NZD
Vegetable Korma (GF)
An assortment of fresh vegetables deliciously cooked in a cream and cashew based sauce
Kadhai Paneer (GF)
Homemade Indian cottage cheese, cooked with corriander, capsicum, sliced tomatoes, cumin seeds, in a thick onion and tomato gravy Price: From 14.5 NZD
Paneer Passanda (GF)
Homemade Indian cottage cheese with mint and dried fruits in a creamy cashew and onion gravy Price: From 14.5 NZD
Shahi Paneer (GF)
Homemade Indian cottage cheese in a delicious lightly spiced cashew gravy Price: From 14.5 NZD
Paneer Butter Masala (GF)
Home made paneer with garlic, ginger, and masala sauce, cream and butter. Price: From 13.5 NZD
Paneer Jalfrezi (GF)
Home made paneer cooked with sliced onions, tomatoes and capsicum, crushed garlic and thick onion and tomato gravy. Price: From 14.5 NZD
Lamb Curries
All curries are gluten free and served with rice
Lamb Korma (GFI)
Diced lamb cooked in a cream and cashew based gravy. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Bhuna Lamb (GFI)
Diced lamb cooked with garlic, ginger, fresh coriander, capsicum, onions, mango chutney and spices. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Lamb Curry Junction Special (GFI)
An exotic masala of spices in a delicious thick yoghurt, and onion gravy - chef's specialty. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Lamb Jalfrezi (GFI)
Lamb cooked with coriander, capsicum, crushed garlic and thick onion and tomato gravy Price: From 19.99 NZD
Lamb Saag (GFI)
Succulent pieces of lamb cooked with abundance of spinach, ginger, garlic and aromatic spices. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Lamb Madras (GFI)
Diced lamb cooked in exotic spices, cocnut milk, mustard seeds, curry leaves and tomato gravy. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Lamb Vindaloo (GFI)
Boneless pieces of lamb cooked with vinegar and ground spices. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Lamb Rogan Josh (GFI)
Lean Lamb cooked with roasted ground spices and onion, tomato gravy. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Lamb Achaari (GFI)
Diced lamb cooked with onion, garlic, and yoghurt, with masala sauce and pickles, with fresh coriander. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Lamb Masala (GFI)
Tender pieces of lamb cooked in a special tandoori sauce flavoured with Indian herbs and spices. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Lamb Kofta Curry (GFI)
Lamb mince deep fried with spices, onion, garlic, ginger, and then cooked in thick chef's special masala. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Lamb Pasanda (GFI)
Boneless diced lamb cooked with ginger, garlic, fresh coriander, onions, creamy based sauces and almonds. Rice included with all curries Price: From 19.99 NZD
Mutton Rogan Josh (GFI)
An amazing delicious curry slow cooked, soft tender with bone chunks of mutton with a median spicy gravy. Price: From 18.5 NZD
Mutton Korma (GFI)
Slow-cooked with bone mutton chunks, with a cashew and creamy gravy. Price: From 18.5 NZD
Lunch Time Special - Lamb Curries
Half Size Only $12.50! All curries are gluten free and severed with FREE Rice and Naan
Lamb Korma
Diced lamb cooked in a cream and cashew based gravy
Lamb Madras
Diced lamb cooked in exotic spices, coconut milk, mustard seeds, curry leaves and tomato gravy
Lamb Vindaloo
Boneless pieces of lamb cooked with vinegar and ground spices
Lamb Rogan Josh
Lean Lamb cooked with roasted ground spices and onion, tomato gravy
Lamb Masala
Tender pieces of lamb cooked in a special tandoori sauce flavoured with Indian herbs and spices
Beef Curries
All curries are gluten free and served with rice
Beef Saagwala
Succulent pieces of beef cooked with abundance of spinach, ginger, garlic and aromatic spices. Rice included with all curries
Beef Madras
beef cooked in exotic spices, coconut milk, mustard seeds, curry leaves and tomato gravy. Rice included with all curries
Beef Vindaloo
Beef cooked with vinegar and ground spices. Rice included with all curries
Beef Masala
Beef cooked in a special tandoori sauce flavoured with Indian herbs and spices along with onion, tomato and capsicum. Rice included with all curries
Lunch Time Special - Beef Curries
Half Size Only $12.5! All curries are gluten free and severed with FREE Rice and Naan. Pickup Only
Beef Madras
beef cooked in exotic spices, coconut milk, mustard seeds, curry leaves and tomato gravy
Beef Vindaloo
Beef cooked with vinegar and ground spices
Beef Masala
Beef cooked in a special tandoori sauce flavoured with Indian herbs and spices along with onion, tomato and capsicum
Beef Saagwala
Succulent pieces of beef cooked with abundance of spinach, ginger, garlic and aromatic spices
Seafood Curries
All curries are gluten free and served with rice
Butter Prawns
Prawns along with herbs and spices cooked in a tangy tomato and butter sauce. Rice included with all curries
Fish Madras
Seasonal fish fillets cooked with mustard, ginger, garlic and coconut milk with spices and garnished with curry leaves.
Fish Masala
Marinated fish with ginger, garlic and aromatic spices, cooked in onion, tomato and capsicum gravy. Rice included with all curries
Prawn Masala
Marinated prawns with ginger, garlic and aromatic spices, cooked in onion, tomato and capsicum gravy. Rice included with all curries
Prawns Kadhai
Prawns cooked with capsicum, chillies in a thick onion and tomato gravy, garnished with fresh coriander
Kerala Fish Curry
Seasonal fish fillets cooked with mustard, ginger, garlic and coconut cream. Rice included with all curries
Prawn Schezwan
Prawns cooked with Chef's special schezwan sauce. Rice included with all curries
Prawn Malabari
An exotic delicacy from the coast of Malabar in South India. Rice included with all curries
Fish Korma
Fish cooked in a cream and cashew based gravy. Rice included with all curries
Prawn Korma
Prawn cooked in a cream and cashew based gravy. Rice included with all curries
Vegetarian Curries
All curries are gluten free and served with rice
Dal Makhani
Creamed lentils, tempered and seasoned in mild spices and clarified butter. Rice included with all curries
Aloo Mutter
Potatoes and green peas cooked in tomato, onion and ginger sauce, flavoured with ground spices. Rice included with all curries
Chana Masala
Marinated Indian chickpeas cooked to a Punjabi recipe
Saag Aloo
Spinach leaves cooked in Indian spices, garlic and herbs with potatoes
Tarka Dal
Yellow split lentils cooked with ginger, and laced with royal cumin, fried garlic and asafoetida. Rice included with all curries
Aloo Gobi
Potatoes and cauliflower are mixed in indian spices, onion, garlic, and then cooked slowly in curry paste with diced tomatoes. Rice included with all curries
Palak Paneer
A healthy combination of cottage cheese, fresh spinach and a mixture of spices. Rice included with all curries
Mutter Paneer
Home made cottage cheese, with green peas,ginger, garlic and masala sauce with fresh coriander. Rice included with all curries
Vegetable Jhalfrezi
Fresh vegetables cooked with capsicum, tomato, onion and ginger garlic and masala sauce, with fresh coriander. Rice included with all curries
Paneer Makhani
A traditional Indian curry made with cottage cheese and cooked in rich creamy tomato gravy. Rice included with all curries
Malai Kofta
Delicious clusters of lightly fried homemade cottage cheese, potatoes and nuts in a cream and cashew based sauce. Rice included with all curries
Vegetable Korma
An assortment of fresh vegetables deliciously cooked in a cream and cashew based sauce. Rice included with all curries
Kadhai Paneer
Homemade Indian cottage cheese, cooked with corriander, capsicum, sliced tomatoes, cumin seeds, in a thick onion and tomato gravy. Rice included with all curries
Paneer Passanda
Homemade Indian cottage cheese with mint and dried fruits in a creamy cashew and onion gravy. Rice included with all curries
Shahi Paneer
Homemade Indian cottage cheese in a delicious lightly spiced cashew gravy
Paneer Butter Masala
Home made paneer with garlic, ginger, and masala sauce, cream and butter. Rice included with all curries
Gobi Mutter
Caluiflower and green peas, mixed with a spicy masalas gravy.
Mushroom Mutter
Fresh mushroom & green peas, with a creamy cashew nut gravy.
Paneer Jalfrezi
Home made paneer cooked with sliced onions, tomatoes and capsicum, crushed garlic and thick onion and tomato gravy. Rice included with all curries
Mushroom saagwala
Mushroom cooked with fresh spinach, ginger, garlic and aromatic spices
Lunch Time Special - Vegetarian Curries
Half Size Only $9.99! All curries are gluten free and severed with FREE Rice and Naan
Dal Makhani
Creamed lentils, tempered and seasoned in mild spices and clarified butter
Aloo Mutter
Potatoes and green peas cooked in tomato, onion and ginger sauce, flavoured with ground spices
Chana Masala
Marinated Indian chickpeas cooked to a Punjabi recipe
Saag Aloo
Spinach leaves cooked in Indian spices, garlic and herbs with potatoes
Tarka Dal
Yellow split lentils cooked with ginger, and laced with royal cumin, fried garlic and asafoetida
Aloo Gobi
Potatoes and cauliflower are mixed in indian spices, onion, garlic, and then cooked slowly in curry paste with diced tomatoes
Palak Paneer
A healthy combination of cottage cheese, fresh spinach and a mixture of spices
Mutter Paneer
Home made cottage cheese, with green peas,ginger, garlic and masala sauce with fresh coriander
Vegetable Jhalfrezi
Fresh vegetables cooked with capsicum, tomato, onion and ginger garlic and masala sauce, with fresh coriander
Paneer Makhani
A traditional Indian curry made with cottage cheese and cooked in rich creamy tomato gravy
Malai Kofta
Delicious clusters of lightly fried homemade cottage cheese, potatoes and nuts in a cream and cashew based sauce
Vegetable Korma
An assortment of fresh vegetables deliciously cooked in a cream and cashew based sauce
Kadhai Paneer
Homemade Indian cottage cheese, cooked with corriander, capsicum, sliced tomatoes, cumin seeds, in a thick onion and tomato gravy
Paneer Passanda
Homemade Indian cottage cheese with mint and dried fruits in a creamy cashew and onion gravy
Shahi Paneer
Homemade Indian cottage cheese in a delicious lightly spiced cashew gravy
Paneer Butter Masala
Home made paneer with garlic, ginger, and masala sauce, cream and butter.
Paneer Jalfrezi
Home made paneer cooked with sliced onions, tomatoes and capsicum, crushed garlic and thick onion and tomato gravy.
Breads
Plain Naan
Crispy and puffy bread made from fine leavened flour, enriched with milk, eggs and baked in tandoor
Roti
Naan bread made of wheat flour
Butter Naan
Naan bread brushed with butter
Garlic Naan
Naan bread sprinkled with crushed garlic
Aloo Paratha
Naan bread stuffed with spicy mashed potatoes
Peshawari Naan
Naan bread stuffed with dry fruits, cashews and almonds
Kheema Naan
Naan bread stuffed with spiced lamb mince
Chicken Naan
Naan bread stuffed with spiced chicken tikka mince
Cheese Naan
Naan bread stuffed with grated cheese
Cheese and Garlic Naan
Naan bread stuffed with grated cheese and Garlic
Paneer Naan
Naan bread stuffed with paneer
Laccha Parantha
Biryani & Fried Rice
Biryani (Chicken, Lamb, Goat, Vegetable)
A delightful combination of basmati rice cooked with exotic spices and tender cubes of chicken / lamb /Goat / vegetables
Indo-Chinese - Starters
Cauliflower Manchurian
The perfect fusion of Indo-Chinese falvours. Pastry-free dumpling made with cauliflower and simmered in chili & garlic sauce
Paneer Chilli
Homemade cottage cheese deep fried. Mixed with green chill, ginger garlic sauce
Indo Chinese - Mains
Chilli Chicken
Tender chicken pieces battered and fried, then cooked with diced capsicum, onion, coriander, ginger, garlic and aromatic spices. Rice included.
Chicken Schezwan
Tender chicken pieces battered in corn flour, bakers flour, eggs and cooked with schezwan sauce,. Rice included
Rice & Noodles
Vegetables Noodles
Chicken Noodles
Vegetable Fried Rice
A stir fry with mixed vegetables, rice, soy sauce and veggies (peas, corn, capsicum)
Chicken Fried Rice
A stir fry with mixed vegetables, chicken, soy sauce and veggies (peas, corn, capsicum)
Egg Fried Rice
A stir fry with mixed vegetables, egg, soy sauce and veggies (peas, corn, capsicum)
Chicken Schezwan Fried Rice
A stirfry with chicken, corn, rice and schezwan sauce
Sides
All curries served with the basmati rice
Basmati Rice
Plain, steamed Basmati rice
Kashmiri Pualo
Rice cooked with dry fruits
Green Peas Pulao
Rice cooked with cumin seeds and green peas
Raita
Yoghurt, flavoured with spices, cucumbers, carrots
Papadom (2 pieces)
Wafer thin spiced crisp bread
Chutney / Pickles
Mango chutney, Mango pickle, Lime pickle, Mixed pickle
Kuchember
Indian salad made of diced onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and coriander with a touch of lemon juice and spices
Bombay Aloo
Diced potatoes cooked in cumin seeds and spices
Desserts
Gulab Jamun
Popular Indian deep fried, sweet balls made from cottage cheese and soaked in hot sweetened syrup (5 piece)
Monday Curry Night
Pickup Only
Monday Curry Night
Pickup Only
Lunch Special
All curries are half size including rice and naan.
Lunch Special
All curries are half size including rice and naan.
Regular Combos
Combos come with Rice, plain naan and a can of drink or mango lassi. Upgrade to garlic naan available for $1.
Veg Curries
Combo comes with Rice, plain naan and a can of drink or mango lassi. Upgrade to garlic naan available for $1.
Non-veg Curries
Combo comes with Rice, plain naan and a can of drink or mango lassi. Upgrade to garlic naan available for $1.
Seafood Curries
Combo comes with Rice, plain naan and a can of drink or mango lassi. Upgrade to garlic naan available for $1.
Family Meal Deal
Any 2 Chicken, Lamb or vege curry + 4 plain naan + Rice + Tandoori platter + Gulab Jamun + Papadom + 1.5L drink
Family Meal Deal
Any 2 Chicken, Lamb or vege curry + 4 plain naan + Rice + Tandoori platter + Gulab Jamun + Papadom + 1.5L drink
Drinks
Coke
Coke Zero
Lift
Fanta
Sprite
L & P
Mango Lassi
Mango and yoghurt drink
Bundaberg Ginger Beer
Bundaberg Lemon & Lime
Royal Draft Cola

Krung Thep Thai Street Food
Krung Thep brings the direct flavours of Thai street food to a compact Addington shop. It operates as much like a takeaway as a restaurant, so the setting is simple and service moves quickly. The kitchen’s strengths lie in wok heat, curry aromatics and the balance of chilli, fish sauce, lime and sweetness rather than elaborate presentation.
Pad krapao, pad Thai and stir-fried noodles are strong starting points, while panang, green and massaman curries move from fragrant heat to slower, sweeter spice. Recent exact-branch feedback singles out fresh noodles, tender beef and willingness to cook at Thai heat, although some diners find protein portions modest. State the desired chilli level clearly, add rice only where the dish needs it, and treat the room as a casual meal rather than a long evening.
Address: 344 Lincoln Road, Addington, Christchurch 8024
Krung Thep Thai Street Food Menu
Appetisers
Mixed entree
Chicken satay
Curry puffs
Gyoza chicken
Fish cake
Spring rolls
Roasted pork noodles with cashew nut
Special Menu
Pad Prik King
(Pork belly)
Massaman beef special
Thai Salad
*Salad dish are not include rice, recommend order sticky rice to make meal
Larb Gai
(Chicken Larb)
Nam Tok Beef
Soup
*Include rice
Tom Yum soup
Tom Kha soup
Wonton soup
Thai fried rice
Pineapple fried rice
Fired Rice
With chicken, beef, pork, tofu, prawns or pork belly / Include rice
Tomyum fried rice
Green curry fried rice
Pad Thai
Pad Thai
Noodles
Pad Khee Mao
(Drunken noodles)
Pad See Ew
Golden noodles
Curries
With chicken, beef, pork, tofu, prawns or pork belly / Include rice
Red curry
Green curry
Massaman beef curry
Yellow curry
Panang curry
Stir Fired
With chicken, beef, pork, tofu, prawns or pork belly / Include rice
Sweet and sour stir fried
Fresh ginger stir fried
Basil stir fried
Cashew nuts stir fried
Peanut sauce stir fried
Oyster sauce stir fried
Garlic and pepper stir fried
Red curry paste stir fried
Signature Dishes
Thai fried rice
Pad Thai
Cashew nuts stir fried
Larb Gai
(Chicken Larb)
Green curry
Tom Yum soup

Spectators Bar & Bistro
Spectators sits beside the track at Addington Raceway, so atmosphere is tied directly to the racing calendar. Indoor tables, bar leaners and lawn-facing outdoor seats make it easy to follow the action, while free parking reduces the usual friction of an event-night meal. The food is casual and familiar, built to arrive without distracting from conversation or the next race.
Pizza, burgers and shareable snacks dominate, with options such as karaage chicken, pork belly bites, loaded fries and a steak main adding range. Recent diners praise the pizzas, quick service and relaxed setting. Opening patterns can shift with race meetings and events, so confirm the current schedule before making it the centre of an ordinary weeknight plan. On a busy race night, order before the main crowd if a fast meal matters.
Address: 75 Jack Hinton Drive, Addington, Christchurch 8149
Spectators Bar & Bistro Menu
Fries
With your choice of sauces
Ketchup and aioli
Cheese and gravy
Cheesy Flatbread
Cheesy Flatbread
Warm flatbread, mozzarella cheese, roasted garlic
Loaded Wedges
Loaded Wedges
With sour cream, bacon, cheese
Pit Pork Belly Bites
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Pit Pork Belly Bites
Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola BBQ sauce coated pork belly bites
Roast of the Day
Roast of the Day
Roasted seasonal vegetables, gravy, traditional trimmings
Fish and Chips
Fish and Chips
Flaky fillets, Emerson’s ‘The Trots’ beer batter, fresh green salad, fries
The Quinella Burger
The Quinella Burger
Double beef patty, double bacon, double cheese, rainbow slaw, tomato relish
Moon’s Crispy Fried Chicken Salad
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Moon’s Crispy Fried Chicken Salad
Crisp salad with a zingy sweet chilli dressing
Chicken Caesar Salad
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Chicken Caesar Salad
Seasonal leaves, Caesar dressing, croutons, smoked chicken, bacon, shaved parmesan, poached egg
Beef Schnitzel
Beef Schnitzel
Classic golden crumbed beef with your choice of chunky mushroom sauce or onion gravy, fresh salad greens, fries
Pizzas
Small 20 | Large 31 | Half ‘n Half 33 | Gluten Free 34
Margherita
v | Tomato, creamy mozzarella, basil, olive oil
Bacon Almighty
Bacon, bacon, and bacon (streaky, diced, and hock), BBQ sauce
Chunky’s Special
Smoked cuts, chipotle, BBQ sauce, red onion
Thai Chicken
Yellow curry chicken thigh, cashews, coriander, peppers
Sauvignon Blanc
Glass | Bottle
Lake Chalice ‘The Nest’
Lake Chalice ‘The Nest Lighter’ 9.5%
Allan Scott
Allan Scott Black Label ‘Kekerengu’
Chardonnay
Glass | Bottle
Lake Chalice ‘The Nest’
Allan Scott Black Label
Aromatics & Rosé
Glass | Bottle
Lake Chalice ‘The Nest’ Pinot Gris
Allan Scott Marlborough Pinot Gris
Lake Chalice ‘The Nest’ Rosé
Allan Scott Rosé
Allan Scott Marlborough Riesling
Pinot Noir
Glass | Bottle
Lake Chalice ‘The Nest’
Allan Scott Marlborough
Allan Scott Black Label
Red Blends
Glass | Bottle
Brookfields Merlot
Allan Scott Merlot
Brookfields ‘Back Block’ Syrah
Chapel Hill ‘Abacus’ Shiraz
Champagne & Bubbles
Henkell Trocken Dry Sec 200ml
Canti Prosecco 200ml
Canti Rosé 200ml
De Bortoli King Valley Prosecco
On Tap
minimum 2 guests per tower | Glass | Pint | Jug | Tower (3lt)
Speight’s Gold Medal Ale 4%
Speight’s Summit Ultra 4.2%
The Trots Hazy Pale Ale 4.5%
Emerson’s Pilsner 4.9%
Bottles/Cans
330ml
Steinlager Light 2.5%
Corona Cero 0%
Corona Extra 4.5%
Michelob Ultra Low Carb 4.2% 355ml

The Black Horse Hotel
The Black Horse Hotel is an old-school Hillmorton pub with a surprisingly broad kitchen. Sport, karaoke and accommodation shape the venue as much as dining, but the current menu goes beyond bar snacks into house-made pasta, steak, pork belly and fish. It suits an informal dinner where generous comfort food and a relaxed bar atmosphere matter more than quiet conversation.
The signature pasta combines chicken, chorizo and spinach in a creamy tomato sauce, while crispy gnocchi, ribeye and slow-cooked pork belly cover different appetites. Fish and chips and chicken parmigiana keep the choices familiar. Current guests often praise the burger, food value and helpful staff, though the pub’s events can change the noise level. Check what is scheduled before bringing children or planning a meal that depends on a calm room.
Address: 33 Lincoln Road, Hillmorton, Christchurch 8024
The Blackhorse Hotel Menu
Entrees
Garlic Bread
Fresh Ciabatta bread baked in house with smoked paprika garlic butter and parmesan.
Risotto Balls
Crumbed and fried house-made Italian rice balls mixed in roasted red peppers, red onions, Italian herbs, with an Italian buffalo cheese center sitting on smoked red aioli.
Calamari Golden
Fresh battered fried calamari coated with Blackhorse seasoning, sitting on green peas with sweet smoked red aioli and lemon.
Crispy Potato Skins
House-baked crispy golden potato skins coated in seasoning, served with tomato, olives, capsicum & fresh herb salsa, and smoked paprika aioli.
Loaded Wedges
Blackhorse seasoned hand-cut potato wedges loaded with fresh bacon and creamy mozzarella cheese, served with sweet chili sauce and sour cream.
Pizza Bread
Hand-stretched fresh pizza bread baked with garlic, chili flakes, and all three Italian sauces: Napoli, pesto, and béchamel finished with parmesan.
Sizzling Prawns
Tiger prawns cooked sizzling style in smoky paprika garlic butter and Italian herbs, served with house-made ciabatta bread.
Chicken Nibbles
Slow-cooked chicken wings baked in Blackhorse barbecue sauce, served with house-made aioli.
Loaded Fries
Blackhorse seasoning coated hand-cut fries loaded with fresh bacon and creamy mozzarella cheese, served with house-made aioli and tomato sauce.
Sides
Fries
Crispy French fries dusted in Blackhorse seasoning, served with house-made aioli.
Polenta Chips
House-made crispy golden polenta chips with Blackhorse seasoning, served with aioli.
Seasonal Vegetables
Our chef-selected seasonal vegetables roasted in garlic oil, butter, and Italian herbs.
Wedges
Crispy potato wedges with Blackhorse seasoning, served with sweet chili sauce and sour cream.
Green Salad
Mixed green leaves tossed with cherry tomato, mixed capsicum, cucumber, red onions, seasonal veg, and sundried tomato balsamic vinegar made in-house.
Side of Potatoes
Hand-cut gourmet potatoes baked in confit garlic and Italian herb butter.
Pasta
Gluten-free pasta available for +$4.
The Blackhorse Signature Pasta
Chicken, chorizo, red onions, and baby spinach cooked with garlic and chili, finished with penne pasta in Blackhorse’s rich creamy Napoli sauce and smoked parmesan.
Carbonara Penne
Smoked fresh bacon, red onions, and mushrooms cooked in garlic vino creamy sauce finished in egg yolks and parmesan.
Gnocchi Pollo Pesto
Our chef-made potato gnocchi crisp pan fried, along with smoke chicken, chorizo, red onions, and kumara/pumpkin cubes, finished with house-made rich creamy basil pesto sauce.
Gnocchi Vegetarian
Green beans, roasted peppers, red onions, pumpkin/kumara cubes sautéed with hand-made potato parmesan pan-fried gnocchi, finished in house-made basil nut pesto.
Bolognese Ragu Fettuccini
Our Bolognese Ragu cooked with NZ fresh beef & pork and house-made bolo Napoli sauce, served with fettuccini pasta.
Salmon Fettuccini
Akaroa smoked salmon, garlic, capers, and red onion cooked in rich creamy vino sauce, finished with baby spinach and fettuccini pasta.
Gnocchi
Pan-fried crispy potato gnocchi, sundried tomato, mushroom, Kalamata olives, red onions, cooked in garlic, chili, and basil, served with Italian Napoli sauce made in-house.
Mains
Ribeye Steak
Grilled Canterbury ribeye steak cooked to your whim, served with an option of: Hand-cut fries and green salad, House baked potatoes and seasonal vegetables. And with your choice of: House-made smoked garlic butter, Creamy mushroom demi-glaze sauce, Garlic, herbs reduced red wine demi-jus.
Pork Belly
Fresh Canterbury pork belly, slow-cooked for hours in house-made vegetable and pork stock, served crispy golden with garlic roasted hand-cut potatoes and seasonal vegetables along with pork crackling and reduced demi-glaze jus.
Chicken Parmigiana
Free range butterflied chicken breast crumbed and fried in herbed egg parmesan batter, cooked with house-made Napoli sauce, ham, bacon, mozzarella, and smoky parmesan, served with your choice of: House-baked potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Fish and Chips
Golden battered and deep-fried fresh fillets from the sea of New Zealand, coated in Blackhorse signature seasoning, served with crispy fries, green salad, tartare sauce, and lemon.
Pizza
All our pizzas are made fresh and rolled by hand every day in-house. Gluten-free pizza available for +$3.00.
Pesto Polo
House-made pesto, mushroom, smoked chicken, red onions, olives, buffalo cheese, garlic, mozzarella, and parmesan.
The Godfather
Napoli sauce, mushroom, ham, salami, chorizo, Kalamata olives, mozzarella, and parmesan.
Akaroa Salmon
Napoli sauce, spinach, Akaroa smoked salmon, capers, red onions, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan.
Seafood Pizza
Napoli sauce, marinara mix, shrimp, mussels, squid, red onions, anchovies, mozzarella, rocket, and parmesan.
Caesar Pizza
Béchamel creamy sauce, smoked chicken, confit garlic, smoky bacon, red onions, mozzarella, topped with coz lettuce and Caesar sauce.
Vegetarian Napoli
Napoli tomato, spinach, sundried tomato, mushrooms, roasted capsicum, red onions, olives, garlic, chili, and smoked parmesan.
Vegetarian Béchamel
Béchamel white sauce, spinach, sundried tomato, mushrooms, roasted capsicum, red onions, olives, garlic, chili, and smoked parmesan.
Margherita
Napoli sauce, fresh tomatoes, Italian buffalo cheese, mozzarella, basil, parmesan.
Kiwi Classic
Tomato Napoli sauce, NZ fresh ham, pineapple, mozzarella, and smoked parmesan.
The Blackhorse Pizza
House-made basil nut pesto, garlic oil, chili flakes, mushrooms, onions, roasted red peppers, smoky bacon, mozzarella, drizzled with aioli and smoked parmesan.
Mushroom Fungi
Béchamel white sauce, portobello mushroom, feta cheese, mozzarella cheese, rocket, and parmesan.
The Cheese Pizza
House-made cheese sauce, garlic oil, buffalo cheese, goat cheese, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, rocket, and parmesan cheese.
Vegetarian Pesto
Basil nut pesto, spinach, sundried tomato, mushrooms, roasted capsicum, red onions, olives, garlic, chili, and smoked parmesan.
Salads
Caesar Salad
Fresh cos lettuce leaves, house-baked ciabatta croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, and fresh bacon tossed with house-made Caesar dressing and runny poached egg.
Pumpkin Kumara Salad
Gourmet mix salad leaves, baby spinach, cherry tomato, mixed capsicum, cucumber, red onions, roasted sunflower pumpkin seeds, seasoned sage, pumpkin kumara, and corn kernels with sundried tomato balsamic vinegar and smoked aioli.
Pork Salad
Green salad mix, baby spinach, cherry tomato, mixed capsicum, cucumber, red onions, and seasonal veg mixed with house-made smoked aioli topped with barbeque marinated pork bites.
Desserts
Cheese Cake
Please ask your staff server to advise you on today’s cheesecake creation. Served with vanilla ice cream and house-made whipped cream.
Chocolate Fondant
Warm melting chocolate fondant with our chef’s whim served with cream and vanilla ice cream.
Sticky Date Pudding
Our warm sticky date pudding filled with house-made golden butterscotch sauce served with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream stack.
Sundae
Our adult-size ice cream sundae with three different flavors of your choice: chocolate, caramel, or berry. Served with whipped cream, mint, and roasted crushed peanuts.
Kids Pasta
Penne Bacon
Fresh bacon cooked in fresh garlic and vino creamy sauce served with penne pasta.
Gnocchi Napoli
House-made potato parmesan pasta pillows, cherry tomato, and fresh basil served in fresh made tomato Napoli Italian sauce.
Fettuccini Bolognaise ragu
Slow-cooked pork and beef Napoli bolognaise ragu sauce with fettuccini pasta.
Kids Mains
Fish and Chips
Battered fish fillet on top of crispy fries served with tom sauce.
Kids Pizza
Margherita
Napoli sauce, tomato, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan.
Salami
Napoli sauce, salami, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan.
Ham and Pineapple
Napoli sauce, ham, pineapple, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan.
Cheese Pizza
Napoli sauce, mozzarella cheese, parmesan.
Kids Desserts
Kids Sundae
Your choice of chocolate, caramel, or berry sundae. Served with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, wafers, and sprinkles.
Final Thoughts
Addington and its neighbouring suburbs reward diners who match the restaurant to the occasion. Koji and Maxine’s Palace make sharing the main event, while Town Tonic offers a more measured meal. Krung Thep, 29 Sweets and Curry Junction deliver concentrated spice and specialist dishes; Moon Under Water, Speight’s, Spectators and The Black Horse cover the spectrum from craft-beer pub to race-night bistro. Diners with mixed preferences can usually keep everyone at one table because most of these kitchens offer credible meat-free choices beside their signature dishes.
Allow the venue’s setting to guide the plan. Reserve when the room is part of the occasion, order takeaway close to collection time when crisp bread or fried food matters, and confirm event schedules before choosing a pub for conversation. Across Addington, Spreydon and Hillmorton, the best dining is less about formality than finding the right balance of flavour, pace and atmosphere. These suburbs work especially well for repeat local dining: the variety is broad enough to change cuisines and atmosphere without turning every meal into a trip across Christchurch.