Merivale, Papanui, St Albans, Edgeware, Redwood and Northwood form a broad dining corridor north of central Christchurch. Papanui Road supplies established Italian, Japanese and neighbourhood bar options, while Cranford Street gathers Greek, Thai and more formal dining around easy suburban parking. Edgeware adds compact specialists, and Northwood broadens the choice for families moving between the city and northern suburbs. The result is useful variety without requiring a trip into the central business district.
The area works especially well for mixed occasions. A long dinner might revolve around Greek platters, Brazilian barbecue or a seasonal multi-course menu, while lunch can mean a sunny cafe table, a bacon buttie or a relaxed pub plate. Several kitchens pair international traditions with Canterbury produce, so local lamb, salmon, beef and vegetables appear in formats ranging from kleftiko to sushi and modern bistro cooking.
Book ahead for Friday and Saturday evenings, particularly at smaller dining rooms or when a group wants a tasting menu. Breakfast cafes can be busiest through late morning, and barbecue or specialist dishes may sell through. Current menus should be checked directly when dietary needs or a particular dish will decide the visit; kitchens that handle seafood, meat and gluten in shared spaces may need advance notice.
Costas Taverna Greek Restaurant and Ouzo Bar
Costas Taverna builds dinner around the warmth and abundance of a Greek family table. The Cranford Street room feels festive without demanding a special occasion, and the menu moves confidently from pita, dips and flambéed saganaki to chargrilled meats and clay-pot mains. It is particularly effective for groups because the food encourages comparison: crisp pastry, smoky lamb, lemon, oregano and cooling tzatziki can all share the table without making the meal feel repetitive.
A grande meze platter opens broadly, while the village-style kleftiko gives slow-cooked Canterbury lamb, vegetables, agria potatoes and feta a deeper, homely character. Costas calamari is a useful counterpoint to heavier meat, and the souvlaki platters allow beef, lamb, chicken or falafel to be paired with rice, potatoes or fries. Recent diners continue to praise the lamb, platters and hospitality, though popular items can occasionally be unavailable, making an early booking and a flexible order sensible.
Address: 3/478 Cranford Street, Redwood, Christchurch 8051
Costas Taverna Greek Restaurant and Ouzo Bar Menu
Starters
Garlic Pita Bread
Experience the unforgettable combination of toasted village pita bread filled with creamy garlic and herb butter
Village Pita Bread
Begin your evening with a basket of toasted pita bread, served with a savoury selection of homemade spreads
Grande Meze Platter
Bursting with intense flavours and alluring aromas, this delightful feast combines the finest entrées at Costas® on a classic wooden platter
Flaming Saganaki
Feel the heat of wild flames, as your server pours barrel-aged Metaxa® brandy over imported Greek cheese and immediately flambées it before your eyes
Entrées
Grandma’s Cheese Pastries
Just like Grandma used to make, enjoy three triangular pockets of flaky filo pastry filled with four types of scrumptious melted cheese, served with traditional tzatziki
Spanakopita Of Kiani
Homestyle baked filo pastry stuffed with melted feta cheese, steam-softened spinach leaves, fresh garden herbs and sautéed onions, served with traditional tzatziki
Dreaming Of Dolmades
Sticky Arborio rice and fine herbs, hand rolled in steam-softened grape vine leaves and dressed in extra virgin olive ‘n lemon oil, served with traditional tzatziki
Mediterranean Lamb Meatballs
Oven baked marinated lamb meatballs served with a rich tomato, onion, and red wine sauce, topped with grated Greek kefalograviera cheese served with toasted pita bread
Homestyle Mussels With Lemon Mayo
Ten plump half-shell mussels stuffed with an aromatic, dill-scented blend of red onion, crushed garlic, and Greek kefalograviera cheese, baked fresh in the oven and served with creamy lemon mayo
Drunken Tiger Prawns
Exotic flavours make each bite more satisfying than the last, delight in plump tiger prawns served with piquant tomato, fresh garlic, and Metaxa® brandy sauce, topped with crumbled feta cheese and served with toasted pita bread
Costas® Calamari
Homestyle calamari lovingly hand crumbed with Costas® secret family recipe, topped with imported Greek oregano flakes and cooked moments before serving with made-in-house sundried tomato ‘n herb mayo and tzatziki
Souvlaki Platters
Traditional or Grande option served with toasted village pita bread, fresh garden salad, hummus, sweet tomato sauce, roast capsicum mayo, tzatziki, and your choice of herb ‘n spice rice pilaf, rosemary ‘n oregano potatoes, or golden fries. Change to Gluten Free Pita add 5
Barbecued Greek Beef Patties
Thick ‘n juicy Canterbury Angus beef patties marinated with Costas® traditional herb ‘n spice blend and barbecued for a full flavoured finish
Golden Falafel Veggie Delight
Classic blend of puréed chickpeas and authentic herbs and spices, flash fried to make it crispy on the outside and moist on the inside
Canterbury Lamb
Export quality lamb leg marinated with traditional herbs ‘n spices and cooked to tender perfection
Evros ‘Sun-Kissed’ Chicken Fillet
Loaded with flavour, enjoy 100% chicken tenderloin marinated with Costas® classic family blend of fresh herbs and aromatic spices, chargrilled for a bold ‘n smoky flavour and delivered to your table searing hot
Traditional Mains
The Fisherman’s Catch
Fresh-off-the-boat fish of the day lightly pan-fried and served with fire roasted Mediterranean vegetables and garlic ‘n olive oil crushed potatoes, finished with a rich roasted lemon cream sauce Price: Market Price
Village Style Kleftiko
Masterpiece of slow cooked Canterbury lamb, Mediterranean vegetables, and thick cut agria potatoes, oven baked in Costas® secret herb sauce and topped with crumbled feta cheese, served the 200-year-old traditional way in a Greek clay pot
Spanakopita Of Kiani Main
Aromas of freshly baked pastry evoke memories from the mainland’s of Village Kiani, experience flaky layers of filo pastry filled with melted feta cheese, steam softened spinach leaves, fresh herbs, and sautéed onions, served with made-in-house tzatziki, golden fries and village style Greek salad
Costas Calamari Main
Homestyle calamari lovingly hand crumbed with Costas secret family recipe, topped with imported Greek oregano flakes. Served with traditional tzatziki, made-in-house sundried tomato ‘n herb mayo, golden fries and village style Greek salad
Lamb Salad
Canterbury lamb leg served with fire roasted Mediterranean vegetables, roasted pumpkin, kumara, mesclun, dressed with extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinaigrette, finished with crumbled feta cheese and toasted sunflower seeds
Salata Costas
Chunks of chargrilled chicken tenderloin and streaky bacon tossed through fine salad, free range egg, Greek kefalograviera cheese and pita croutons, mixed with sundried tomato, green olive ‘n herb dressing
Mamma’s Moussaka
Made with love, enjoy thick layers of herb crusted agria potato, fresh eggplant, and rich lamb mince, topped with creamy béchamel and sprinkled with imported kefalograviera cheese, served with a side of Greek salad
Fresco Lemonato Chicken
Begins with succulent 100% chargrilled chicken tenderloin, enlivened with Costas® zesty lemon herb sauce, and served on a bed of baby spinach ‘n jasmine rice and fire roasted Mediterranean vegetables
Off The Grill
Mountain Tea Smoked Pork Cutlets
Tender pork cutlets smoked with Greek mountain tea and Manuka woodchips, chargrilled and glazed with red wine syrup, served with fire roasted Mediterranean vegetables on a bed of garlic ‘n olive oil crushed potatoes, topped with sweet chunky fruit chutney
Hercules Brizola (300g)
Aged Angus ribeye marinated with Costas® family recipe and chargrilled for a stunning bold flavour, served with fire roasted Mediterranean vegetables and baked rosemary ‘n garlic agria potatoes, topped with rich red pepper ‘n white wine cream sauce
Main Desserts
Doughnuts Of Olympia
Over 2700 years ago, ancient Greek Olympians were awarded doughnuts as gold tokens to celebrate their victories. Today, award yourself with Costas® golden doughnut puffs hand rolled in ground cinnamon sugar and served with honey syrup, velvety chocolate sauce, raspberry ‘n Metaxa® ouzo sauce and fresh whipped cream
Pure Indulgence Ice Cream Selection
Explore three of Costas® magical flavour creations: Blissful Baklava, Turkish Delight and Jack Daniels ‘n Chocolate, all lovingly handmade in-house
Blissful Baklava
End the night in bliss with this traditional favourite, made from crunchy walnuts, toasted almonds and delicate spices, layered between golden filo pastry and steeped in honey syrup, served with handmade vanilla bean ice cream
Olympus Double Chocolate Mousse Mountain
Remarkable mountain of velvety chocolate mousse, nestled on a toasted almond nut-biscuit base, encased in a decadent chocolate shell and topped with white chocolate ganache, served with handmade wild berry sorbet
Mini Desserts
Mini Blissful Baklava Ice Cream
If you love Baklava, then you’ll love Costas® single scoop ice cream edition handmade with real Baklava ingredients
Mini Doughnuts Of Olympia
Two golden doughnut puffs hand rolled in ground cinnamon sugar, served with honey syrup and fresh whipped cream
Mini Blissful Baklava
Mini version of the traditional favourite, made from crunchy walnuts, toasted almonds and delicate spices, layered between golden filo pastry and steeped in honey syrup
Mini Olympus Double Chocolate Mousse Mountain
Mini mountain of velvety chocolate mousse, encased in a decadent chocolate shell and topped with white chocolate ganache
Mini Rizogalo Caramelè
Creamy rice pudding touched with hints of natural vanilla essence and topped with a layer of flame hardened caramel
Kids Menu
All meals come with a FREE fruit juice or soft drink.
Barbecued Beef Souvlaki
Thick ‘n juicy Canterbury Angus beef pattie marinated with Costas traditional herb ‘n spice blend and barbecued for a full flavoured finish, served with golden fries, toasted village pita bread and a side of fresh garden salad.
Evros Chicken Souvlaki
Loaded with flavour, enjoy 100% chicken breast marinated with Costas® classic family blend of fresh herbs and aromatic spices, chargrilled and served with golden fries, toasted pita bread and a side of fresh garden salad.
Veggie Delight Souvlaki
Golden falafel pattie served with fries, toasted pita bread and a side of fresh garden salad.
Mighty Meatballs with Penne Pasta
Yummy marinated meatballs oven baked in rich tomato sauce, served with penne pasta and topped with grated cheese.
Chargrilled Chicken Salata
Chargrilled chicken pieces served with a fresh garden salad and Costas tasty dressing.
Grandma’s Cheese Pastries
Just like our Grandma used to make, flaky triangular pastries filled with four types of tasty melted cheese, served with a side of golden fries, and fresh garden salad.
Bacon and Cheese Pita Melt
Toasted pita bread filled with crispy bacon, melted cheese and Costas® sweet tomato sauce, served with a side of golden fries, and fresh garden salad.
Imported Ouzo Selection
Metaxa Ouzo
An enjoyable mix of anise, mastic, and badiane spices give this ouzo its unique aroma and full-bodied flavour.
Cambas Ouzo
Distinguished by its dry taste and rich aroma, the result of carefully selected fennel seeds.
Ouzo Mini
Beautifully smooth ouzo crafted in Mytilene, a beautiful and fertile land embraced by the blue colour of the Aegean ouzo town of Lesvos.
Barbayianni Ouzo
An Ouzo wiht a soft taste, made with meticulously selected wholesome ingredients and the special water of Plomari in Levos Greece.
Mini Ouzo Range
50mL bottles (serves two people) Ouzo Mitilini
Wine Selection
Piper Heidsieck Cuvee Brut (Reims)
Champagne & Sparkling
Allan Scott ‘Cecilia’ Reserve Brut NV 750mL (Marlborough)
Champagne & Sparkling
Henkell Trocken Dry-Sec 750mL (Germany)
Champagne & Sparkling
Henkell Trocken Dry-Sec 200mL (Germany)
Champagne & Sparkling
Jules Taylor (Marlborough)
Sauvignon Blanc
Loveblock (Marlborough)
Sauvignon Blanc
The Maker ‘Fleur de Lis’ (Marlborough)
Sauvignon Blanc
Matawhero ‘Church House’ BF (Gisborne)
Chardonnay
Waipara Hills (Waipara)
Chardonnay
The Maker ‘Knighthood’ (Gisborne)
Chardonnay
Jules Taylor Pinot Gris (Marlborough)
Aromatics
The Maker ‘Divinity Cross’ Pinot Gris (Marlborough)
Aromatics
Dusky Sounds Riesling (Waipara)
Aromatics
Allan Scott Pinot Rose (Marlborough)
Rosé
Madam Sass (Central Otago)
Pinot Noir
Devils Staircase (Central Otago)
Pinot Noir
The Maker ‘Fire Eagle’ (Gisborne)
Pinot Noir
Brookfield’s Hawke’s Bay Back Block Syrah (Hawke’s Bay)
Other Reds
Mr Mick Shiraz (Clare Valley)
Other Reds
Matawhero SV Merlot (Gisborne)
Other Reds
The Maker ‘Kings Key’ Merlot (Gisborne)
Other Reds
Greek Wines
Retsina (White)
Dry white wine made of pine resin, carries a unique flavour and pairs well with seafood – if you haven’t tried Retsina before, we recommend a taster first.
Ionos Dry (White)
Peach, citrus and white flowers in the nose. Balanced in the mouth with good acidity volume.
Nemea Reserve (red)
From the Mountains of Nemea comes this classic wine with vibrant red hues and aromatic notes of red fruit syrup., roasted fruits and fine spices.
Mavrodaphne (Sweet Red)
Perfect balance of raisin and ripe fig palate with a soft texture and a long finish.
Brazooka – BBQ Brazil
Brazooka makes dinner lively through the rhythm of Brazilian churrasco. Grilled meats arrive on skewers and are shared with rice, beans, salads and fried sides, creating a meal that is as much about pacing and company as any single cut. The Papanui room suits birthdays and hungry groups, yet diners can still build a focused meal by choosing a smaller barbecue combination rather than treating abundance as the only attraction.
Picanha and other beef cuts deliver the direct char and seasoning that define the experience, while chicken, pork and sausage keep a mixed skewer selection interesting. Farofa, black beans, rice and bright salads matter because they soften the richness and reset the palate between meats. Current exact-branch ordering and booking sources remain active, and the strong Maps score supports the restaurant’s enduring appeal. Arrive hungry, but leave space to compare sides rather than filling the plate with the first skewer.
Address: 505A Papanui Road, Papanui, Christchurch 8053
Brazooka - BBQ Brazil Menu
BBQ Skewers
Enjoy all-you-can-eat Brazilian BBQ. Children 6-10 years eat half price! Children under 6 years eat for free!
Picanha
Traditional Rump Cap (gf / df)
Fraldinha Maturada
Premium Skirt
Costela de Boi
Beef Spare Ribs (gf / df)
Coxa de Frango
Chicken Drumsticks (gf / df)
Coração de Frango
Chicken Hearts (gf / df)
Medalhão de Frango
Chicken & Bacon (gf / df)
Cordeiro
Marinated Lamb Leg (gf / df)
Lombo de Porco
Tender Pork Loin (gf / df)
Barriga de Porco
Pork Belly (gf / df)
Linguiça Toscana
Homemade Brazilian Sausage (gf / df)
Frango Apimentado
Spicy Chicken (gf / df)
Abacaxi
Pineapple (gf / df / veg)
The Full Brazilian BBQ
All-you-can-eat Brazilian BBQ. Children 6-10 years eat half price! Children under 6 years eat for free!
The Full Brazilian BBQ
Vegetarians and Vegan options available (on request)
Get Saucy
Our sauces are homemade to traditional and authentic Brazilian recipes...
Chimichurri
Classic green hot sauce, red chilli flakes, local herbs, vinegar and olive oil. (VEG, GF, DF)
Molho BBQ
Homemade Brazilian BBQ sauce. (GF)
Vinaigrette
Thinly sliced tomatoes with fresh local herbs, lemon juice and olive oil. (VEG, GF, DF)
Sweet Dreams
Save some space for our yummy desserts...
Tapioca Quadrada
Deep fried tapioca squares (GF)
Pudim de Leite
Creme caramel – say no more!
Brownie Brasileiro
Brazilian style chocolate brownies
Mini Churros
With chocolate or caramel sauce
Caboclo Brazilian dessert shot
(alcoholic)
Side Dishes
It's not all about the meat! Our sides balance the flavours perfectly!
Salpicão Crispy Chicken Salad
Seasoned chicken salad with fresh vegetables, homemade mayonnaise and crispy potato chips.
Mandioca Frita
Cassava chips deep fried. (VEG, DF, GF)
Queijo Frito
Colby cheese coated in breadcrumbs and deep fried. (VEG)
Salada de Maionese
Brazilian styled potato salad with homemade mayonnaise. (VEG, DF)
Polenta
Popular across Brazil, the chips are made with ground cornmeal and deep fried. (VEG, DF)
Salada Verde
Fresh mixed green salad with homemade dressing. (VEG, GF, DF)
Banana à Milanesa
Banana coated in breadcrumbs and deep fried. (VEG)
Arroz Temperado
Brazilian style rice, seasoned with garlic, onion, fresh vegetables and raisins. (VEG, GF, DF)
Feijão Tropeiro
A traditional dish made with beans, bacon, eggs and farofa. (GF, DF)
Farofa
Roasted cassava root flour. (VEG, GF, DF)
Cocktails
Stunning Brazilian cocktails sure to get your party started! Brazil's most famous cocktail is the 'Kai-Pee-Reen-Ya'! and also Brazooka's signature drink!
Caipirinha Tradicional
Perfect for the Full Brazilian BBQ! Made with a combination of white cachaca ('Ka-Shah-Suh'), shaken with fresh lime and sweetened to perfection!
Margarita Amazônica
Tequila infused with mate herb, shaken with orange cognac and our secret spiced sugar syrup.
Batida de Maracujá
Creamy coconut, fresh cream passionfruit, vanilla liqueur and white rum shaken over ice!
Yara
Hibiscus sunk with edible hibiscus flower topped off with Brazilian Miolo Brut sparkling wine.
Mojito Rosa
A Brazilian twist on an old classic. Fresh mint, mashed limes, sugar and white rum topped with a fruity tiwst.
Sangria de Tupi
Our twist on the classic sangria by the glass or the jug! A refreshing mix of chilled merlot, a selection of fruits and spiced with our Amazonian inspired secret syrup.
Tucano Louco
Orange, pineapple and cranberry drizzled with grenadine and spiked with your choice of rum or vodka.
Mocktails
Deliciously refreshing non-alcoholic cocktails...
Tucano
Delicious natural fruit juices over ice and topped with grenadine. Perfect for when all you really want is a cocktail but without alcohol.
Acre
Using our homemade acai berry infusion presented over ice and soda water, garnished with a sliver of orange peel for just a touch of dryness.
Templo Roma
A refreshing Brazilian twist on an old classic. A combination of ginger ale, lemonade and grenadine with a sunken maraschino cherrie for garnish.
Beer & Ale
Heineken
International
Heineken Light
International
Heineken Zero
International
Brazooka Lager
New Zealand
Big Pigeon Pilsner
New Zealand
Coconut Porter
New Zealand
Ordinary Bitters Pale Ale
New Zealand
Roundest Boi Hazy Pale IPA
New Zealand
Soft Drinks
Coca-Cola
New Zealand
Coke Zero
New Zealand
Diet Coke
New Zealand
Ginger Beer
New Zealand
Dry Ginger Ale
New Zealand
Dry Lemonade
New Zealand
Sprite
New Zealand
Soda Water
New Zealand
Tonic Water
New Zealand
Guaraná
Brazilian Soft Drink. New Zealand
Lemon, Lime & Bitters
New Zealand
Birch Beers Ginger Beer (w Tumeric)
New Zealand
Hillary House Restaurant & Bar
Hillary House is a broad-minded Papanui bistro rather than a restaurant tied to one cuisine. Kiwi classics sit beside Nepalese and Indian curries, pasta, burgers and sharing plates, giving families or groups an unusually wide field of choices. The room is informal, the portions are designed for a full meal, and the menu makes it easy to keep one diner near fish and chips while another explores dumplings, pork ribs or a fragrant curry.
The strongest route is to lean into the crossover. Honey-orange mango pork or bao buns can start the table, followed by seafood chowder, a roast, grilled fish or one of the curries. Burgers and chicken parmigiana suit a straightforward pub-style dinner, while salads and vegetable dishes bring needed freshness beside richer plates. Exact-branch Maps and the current ordering page both show notably strong satisfaction, with diners responding well to the range and hospitable service.
Address: 493 Papanui Road, Papanui, Christchurch 8053
Hillary House Restaurant & Bar Menu
Sharing Plate
Bowl of Fries
with Tomato sauce, Aioli
Saffron Seafood Bisque Soup
with sour Dough
Bao Bun (each)
Pull Pork, Cauliflower, Chicken
Loaded fries’
fries baked with Bacon & Mozzarella with Gravy
Garlic Cheese Bread (vg)
Garlic bread baked with Cheese
Himalaya Mushroom Arancini (vg, kito)
Triple mushroom and Mozzarella cheese Risotto rice ball, Garlic Aioli
BBQ Popcorn Cauliflower (vg)
Tempura Cauliflower toasted with homemade BBQ sauce
Himalayan Pork Belly Bites (gf,kito)
Slow cook Crispy pork belly Bites served with Teriyaki glaze
BBQ Popcorn Chicken or Pork (gf)
Fried popcorn Chicken tossed with homemade Bourbon BBQ sauce
Himalaya Prawns Dumpling
Homemade Prawn & Ginger Dumpling served with Panju Ginger Sauce
Vegetable Dumpling
Homemade Mushroom & Pok Choy Dumpling Served with Panju Sauce
Spanish Style Garlic Prawns (gf, option, kito)
Tiger Prawns Tossed with olive oil Napoli sauce with Ciabatta
Lemon Pepper Calamari (gf,kito)
Lemon Pepper dust with Rice flour Served with Garlic Aioli
Fried Karaage Chicken (gf,kito)
Crispy fried Japanese style chicken served with Miso Mayo
Honey, Orange & Mango Pork OR Chicken (gf,kito)
Nepalese Style Lightly Battered Pork OR Chicken Tossed with Honey Orange Juice, Mango Pulp & Sichuan Pepper
Vietnamese Panko Prawn (kito)
Crispy prawn Coated in Panko Crumbed served with sweet Chilli
Chef Special
Kai Moana Linguine
Linguine Pasta with mix New Zealand seafood Served chef special sauce
Kawakawa Lamb Shank with Rice (gf, df)
12 Hours slow Cook NZ Lamb Shank, Massaman Curry, Vegetable, Rice
Stir Fry Pork Belly with Rice (gf, gd)
Asia Style Stir Fry Pork Belly, Vegetable with Chef Special Sauce
Chicken Parmigiana Linguine
Linguine creamy pesto Pasta with Chicken Parmigiana
Hillary House Classsical
Seafood Chowder (Gf Option)
Creamy Mix Seafood Chowder Served with Garlic Ciabatta Bread.
Mussels Pot (Gf, Keto option) (Dozen)
NZ Green lips Mussels white wine Creamy Garlic Sauce sourdough bread
Hillary Style Grill Fish (Gluten free Keto)
John Dory Fish Fillet, Duck fat Potato, Seasonal, Vegetable Hollandaise
Bangers and Mash
Pork & herb Sausage, creamy mash, Seasonal Vegetable with gravy
Blue Cod Fish and Chips
Speight Beer Battered Chatham Island Blue Cod Served with Fries, Salad
Chicken Parmigiana (keto option)
Chicken breast lightly crumbed Napoli sauce, Mozzarella, Fries, Salad
Chicken Fillet (keto option)
Crumbed Chicken Breast, Mushroom Sauce, Creamy Mash & Vegetable
Roast Lamb (gf option, keto )
Twelve Hours Slow Cook Southland Lamb Legs, Roasted Potato, Carrot, Pumpkin, Peas, Broccoli served with Mint Sauce & Gravy.
Roast Pork (gf, keto)
Eight Hours Slow Cook Pork Shoulder, Roasted Potato, Carrot, Pumpkin, Peas, Broccoli Served with Gravy & Apple Sauce.
Crispy Skin Pork Belly (gf, keto option)
Eight Hours Slow Cook teriyaki Pork Belly, Mash & Vegetable Pan Jus.
Half Kilo Johnny Cash Spare BBQ Pork Rib
Kiwi fever Canterbury Slow Cooked BBQ Pork Ribs Baked with Homemade BBQ Bourbon Sauce Served with Fries & Onion Rings
Glazed Beef Cheek (Gf, keto option)
Twelve Hour Slow Cooked Grain Fed Southland Beef Cheek, Mash, Veggie Served with Homemade Red Wine Jus
Ribeye Steak (250gm) (gf, kito)
Ribeye Steak with Choose Two (Veggie, Mash, Roasted duck fat Potato, Eggs, Fries Salad One Sauce Jus, Gravy, Mushroom, Peppercorn
Akaroa Salmon Fillet (200gm) (gf, keto )
Akaroa Salmon, Duck fat Potato, Seasonal Vegetable Hollandaise Sauce
Hind Lamb Shank (gf, kito option)
Twelve Hours Slow Cooked Hind Lamb Shank, Mash, Veggie & Jus
Linguine Pasta Carbonara (Vg Option)
Chicken, mushroom, Bacon toasted with Linguine Pasta Cooked with white wine Creamy Sauce Served with Parmesan Cheese.
Curry & Asian
All Curry Gluten Free. All Curry are Mild If you want to spicy ask staff (Vg, Vegan, Option)
Butter Chicken or Prawn with Rice
Chicken Thigh/Prawns cooked with Cashew, Tomato, Cream & Butter
Chicken Korma/ Lamb with Rice
Chicken Or Lamb Cooked with Cashew, Onion, Cream, Herbs Spices
Mount Everest Curry with Rice
Nepalese Style Homemade Garlic flavour Chicken Curry
Khumbu Lamb Curry with Rice
Nepalese Style Herbs Spices Garlic Flavour Tender Lamb Curry
Mango Chicken/Lamb with Rice
Marinated Chicken or Lamb cooked with Mango and cream
Thai Massaman Curry with Rice (gf,df)
Rich Flavourful Coconut Cream Cooked with chicken & Potato Massaman curry Paste, Peanut Sauce
Sweet & Sour Crispy Pork or Chicken with Rice(gf,df)
Lightly Battered & Deep-Fried Pork or Chicken with Pineapple, Red onion Tossed Sweet & sour Sauce
Grill Thai Fish Curry (gf, df)
Grill 300 John Dory Fish Cook with Thai curry serves with Rice
Thai Prawn Curry with Rice(gf,df)
Tiger Prawn cook with Thai Curry Sauce Served with Rice
Nan Bread - Plain
Nan Bread - Garlic
Nan Bread - Butter
Nan Bread - Cheese
Nan Bread - Cheese Garlic
Burgers
Hillary Everest Burger
200gm Angus Beef Patty, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Gherkin, Onion, Cheese, Aioli, BBQ sauce, Fries, Topped with Cheese Sauce
Sherpa Kai Burger
Buttermilk Crumbed Chicken Breast, Apple Slaw, Pineapple, Gherkin, Cheese, Aioli, BBQ sauce, Fries Topped with Cheese Sauce
Pull Pork Burger
BBQ Pull Pork, Apple Coleslaw, Gherkin, Aioli, Fries with Cheese Sauce
Fish Burger
Beer Battered Fish, lettuce, tomato, Gherkin, Aioli, fries, Cheese sauce
Vegetarian Burger
Corn, Kumara & Beetroot Patty, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, gherkin, Cheese, Aioli, BBQ sauce, Fries Topped with Cheese Sauce
Salad
Thai Chicken Salad (gf, keto optional)
Mix Leaves, Carrot, Cucumber, Red onion, Mung beans, Crispy Noodle, Peanuts with chef special Coriander, Mint dressing.
Super Food Salad (gf, Keto)
Beetroot, Quinoa, Parmesan, Carrot, Cucumber, Red Onion, Mix Leaves, Walnut, Sultana with Balsamic Dressing.
Sides
All sides $12
Chargrilled Broccoli
American slaw
Garden Salad
Mash & Gravy
Roasted Garli Potato
Roasted Vegetable
Dessert
Chocolate Brownie (gf)
Double Chocolate Brownie, chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream
Sticky toffee pudding
Homemade Sticky Pudding, caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
Kit Kat Sunday
Three Scoop of Ice Cream, Kit Kat, Caramel & Chocolate, whipped cream
Lemon Baked Cheesecake
Homemade Baked Lemon Cheesecake, Ice-cream, whipped Cream
Ice cream Sunday
Kids Menu
$10 (under 13)
Kids Butter Chicken with Rice
BACON PASTA CARBONARA
CHICKEN SCHNITZEL WITH CHIPS
CHICKEN NUGGETS WITH CHIPS
FISH BITES WITH CHIPS
KIDS CHICKEN BURGER WITH CHIPS
Gold Card Lunch Menu
11am to 3pm only
Pork Belly Bites
Slow cook pork belly bites served with Teriyaki glaze
Karaage Chicken
Crispy Fried chicken served with Miso mayo
Bangers & Mash
Creamy mash Pork Sausage, Vegetable served with Gravy
Seafood Chowder
Hillary House famous Seafood chowder Served with garlic ciabatta bread
Linguine Pasta carbonara
Creamy pasta chicken, bacon, mushroom with parmesan cheese
Roast Pork
Slow Cook Canterbury Pork Shoulder served with Mash & Vegetable
Spight Golden Battered Fish & Chips
Beer Battered Tarakihi Fish Served with Fries & Salad
Butter Chicken With Rice
Marinated Chicken Thigh Cooked with tomato, Cashew & cream Butter Sauce
Chicken Schnitzel with chips
Crumbed Chicken Breast Served with Fries & Colslaw
Weekly Special
All Day
Sunday Roast with Speight’s Pint Beer or House Wine
Sunday $30
Terakihi Fish & Chips or Seafood Chowder with Speight’s or Monteith’s or Heineken Pint Beer or house wine
Monday $30
Butter Chicken with Garlic Nan Bread or BANGERS & Mash with Speight’s Pint Beer Or house Wine
Tuesday $30
Burgers or Chicken Parmi Monteith’s Golden Lager Pint Beer or House wine
Wednesday $30
Pasta Carbonara or Any Type of Curry with Monteith’s or Speight’s Pint or House wine
Thursday $30
BBQ ½ Kg Pork Ribs with Heineken Pint Beer
Friday $35
Grill Fish with Speight’s Pint beer or House Wine
Saturday $35
Tap Beer
Glass (350ML) | Pint (500ML)
Speight’s Gold Medal Ale 4%
Heineken Silver 4%
Tuatara Hazy Pale Ale 5.5%
Monteith’ Golden Lager 5%
Bottled Beer
330ML
Monteith’s Gold Dust Hazy Ale 5%
Heineken 5%
Asahi Dry 5%
Corona Extra(355ml)4.5%
Light Beer, Cider, Zero, Alcoholic Lemonade
Speight 2.5%
Steinlager 2.5
Somersby Apple Cider 4.5%
Somersby Blackberry Cider 4.5%
Spirits (with mixer)
JW Black Label
Whiskey
Jim Beam
Whiskey
Jameson
Whiskey
Jack Daniels
Whiskey
Red Wine
GLASS 150ML | BOTTLE 750ML
RABBIT RANCH (Pinot Noir) central Otago
THE CARTER RIM (Pinot Noir) Waipara
OYSTER BAY (Merlot) Hawkes Bay
VILLA MARIA (Merlot) Hawkes Bay
Rose
THE NED (Marlborough)
RABBIT RANCH (Central Otago)
White Wine
CHURCH ROAD (Pinot Gris) Hawkes
THE NED (Pinot Gris) Marlborough
CHURCH ROAD (sauvignon) Hawkes Bay
THE NED (Sauvignon) Marlborough
Soft Drinks
Coca-Cola, Coke Zero, Lemonade
Coca-Cola raspberry, Lemonade & Raspberry, Soda Water, Ginger Ale
Bundaberg Lemon Lime Betters, Bundaberg Ginger Beer
Red Bull
Chillingworth Road
Chillingworth Road provides the most composed dining experience in this part of northern Christchurch. The restaurant occupies a polished room behind the more casual bistro, allowing diners to choose between an approachable meal and a longer seasonal progression. Plates emphasise detail, balance and presentation, and the setting suits anniversaries, quiet celebrations or anyone who wants dinner to unfold at a measured pace rather than arrive all at once.
The multi-course format is the clearest expression of the kitchen because it can move through vegetables, seafood and meat without forcing one rich main to carry the entire evening. Wine pairing is available for diners who want the full progression, while the bistro offers a shorter commitment. Current local recommendations still point to Chillingworth Road for refined suburban dining. Some recent criticism questions value and consistency, so diners with firm expectations should inspect the current menu and choose the format that fits their appetite.
Address: 2/478 Cranford Street, Papanui, Christchurch 8053
Chillingworth Road Restaurant Menu
Bistro Menu – To Share
Homemade Bread, Balsamic & Olive Oil & Marinated Olives
GFOA
Seasonal Soup, House Baked Bread
GFOA
Chillingworth Fried Chicken, Slaw, Coriander & Mint Chutney
GFOA
6 piece Prawn & Ginger Dumplings, Nuoc Cham Sauce
DF
Pumpkin, Feta & Thyme Arancini, Slaw, Capsicum & Tomato Sauce
Shrimps Cocktail, Creamy Sauce, Mesclun, Lemon & Thyme Sorbet
GF
Bistro Menu – The Main Event
Pulled Confit Duck, Duck Fat Potato Rosti, Market Vegetables, Berry Jus, Micro Greens
(GF / DF)
14 days Aged Beef Fillet, Carrot Fennel Mash, Garden Vegetables, Red Wine Jus
(GF)
Pan Seared Akaroa Salmon, Grilled Asparagus, Avacado Puree, Beetroot Chutney, Dill Hollandaise
(GF)
Malabar Beef Cheek Curry, Carrot & Potato Mash, Market Vegetables, Crispy Onions
(GF / DF)
Merino Lamb, Thai Parsnip Puree, Oven Baked Duck Fat Potatoes, Green Beans, Pickled Radish, Labneh, Red Wine Jus
(GF)
Chicken Breast, Thyme Lemon Zest, Streaky Bacon, Bok Choy, Orange Carrot Mash, Spicy Tomato Sauce, Micro Greens
(DFOA)
Wild Mushroom & Red Pepper Risotto, Radish, Parmesan Crispy, Micro Green
(GF)
Bistro Menu – Extra Sides
Market Vegetables with House Butter
(GF)
Fries, Aioli, Tomato Sauce
(GF)
Kumara Fries, Paprika Aioli
(GF)
Tutto Bene
Tutto Bene has been part of the Papanui Road dining scene for more than two decades, and its appeal rests on the breadth of an Italian neighbourhood restaurant. Hand-stretched pizza and house-made pasta anchor the menu, but antipasti, risotto, meat and fish allow a group to move beyond a simple pizza night. The room works for families, dates and celebratory tables, with a warmer, longer-meal atmosphere than a takeaway pizzeria.
Arancini or burrata creates a shared beginning before pasta and pizza divide the table. Current mains include mushroom risotto, lamb shank, chicken parmigiana and market fish, while the pizza section makes room for both restrained toppings and richer combinations. The restaurant’s long history still earns loyal support, although recent local conversation is more mixed about consistency. Choose dishes that suit the kitchen’s core strengths, and confirm seasonal pasta or seafood details before travelling for one item.
Address: 192 Papanui Road, St Albans, Christchurch 8014
Tutto Bene Restaurant Pizzeria Menu
Antipasti - Starters
gf - gluten free; df - dairy free; vA - vegan option available; v - vegetarian; gfa - gluten free option available
Bruschetta (V)
Toasted focaccia topped with fresh tomato chilli compote, basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Green Lipped Mussels
Poached in a creamy white wine and limoncello sauce.
Burrata (V)
Ball of soft white Italian cheese with olive oil, tomato chilli compote, basil & toasted focaccia.
Arancini (V)
Basil pesto risotto balls with pecorino aioli.
Flatbread Cheese (V)
Garlic butter base and cheese.
Flatbread Pesto (V)
Basil pesto and cheese.
Deep Fried Pizza
Starter-sized deep-fried pizza topped with burrata cheese, torn prosciutto, rocket & herbs.
Pane all’Aglio (V)
Tutto Bene’s house-made ciabatta baked with garlic & herb butter.
Calamari
Tossed in lemon pepper herbs, served with paprika, aioli and lemon.
Baked Italian Marinated Olives (Vegan)
Succulent kalamata & green Sicilian olives with house-made focaccia, olive oil & balsamic.
Pasta
Delight in a diverse selection of exquisite pasta dishes. Additions – Anchovies $2, Vegetables $3, Protein $4, Prawns $6. gf - gluten free; df - dairy free; vA - vegan option available; v - vegetarian; gfa - gluten free option available
Fettuccine Alla Salmone
Fettuccine tossed in a velvety lemon‑kissed cream sauce, layered with smoked salmon and fresh chives. Finished with a pop of crispy capers for the perfect salty crunch.
Ravioli di ricotta e spinaci
Ravioli filled with spinach and ricotta, in a creamy white wine, garlic and green peppercorn sauce.
Lamb Pappardelle
Lamb ragu, gremolata, house-made ricotta & mint.
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (V)
Flat leaf parsley, chilli, garlic, olive oil, parmesan & pangrattato.
Spaghetti Seafood Veloute
Gently poached prawns, scallops, New Zealand green lipped mussels and calamari. Served with garlic focaccia and fresh lemon.
Spaghetti Carbonara (GFA)
Spaghetti, guanciale (smoked bacon) & pecorino in a rich cream, egg yolk & parmesan sauce with soft chopped herbs.
Cannelloni Fiorentina (V)
Roasted pumpkin, spinach and mozzarella filling baked with Napoli sauce.
Spaghetti Bolognese (GFA)
Bolognese originates from Bologna. Our hearty ragu is prepared with organic beef & pork.
Le Lasagne
Tutto Bene’s rendition of a best-loved Naples classic, served with a light green salad.
Spaghetti Puttanesca (GFA, VA)
Tasty combination of Napoli sauce, anchovies, sundried tomatoes, kalamata olives & capers. Option to replace anchovies with roasted capsicum.
Gnocchi Con Cavolfiore (Vegan)
House-made vegan gnocchi with roasted cauliflower, thyme, toasted hazelnuts in a creamy plant based sauce.
Crispy Prosciutto Gnocchi
Crispy prosciutto, green peas & roasted garlic and wholegrain mustard cream sauce.
Beef Cheek Gnocchi
Melt-in-your-mouth beef cheek served with soft potato gnocchi in a rich red wine and beef-reduction sauce.
Spaghetti Roberto (GFA)
Pork and fennel sausage, chicken meatballs in a tomato, basil, chives & garlic sauce.
Hand Stretched Pizza
Tutto Bene crust ~ Tutto Bene combinations. One size, 30cm/8 slices. Gluten-free available add $2.20. Plant based mozzarella available. Additions – Anchovies $2, Vegetables $3, Protein $4, Prawns $6. gf - gluten free; df - dairy free; vA - vegan option available; v - vegetarian; gfa - gluten free option available
Pork & Fennel Sausage
Poaka sausage, pizza sauce, mozzarella, roasted red peppers, red onions, slivered garlic & rosemary.
Pesto Roasted Chicken
Pesto roasted chicken thigh, olive oil base, citrus cream cheese, mozzarella, rocket & cashews.
Funghi (V)
White sauce, portobello, feta cheese, mozzarella, black truffle crème fraiche & rocket.
Garlic Prawn
Garlic prawns, red capsicum, pesto, cherry tomato, mozzarella, chilli flakes.
Hot Smoked Salmon
Capers, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, dill & citrus cream cheese, olive oil & rocket.
Potato & Prosciutto
Crispy potato, pizza sauce, smoked guanciale (smoked bacon), mozzarella, bocconcini, pangrattato, rocket & fresh herbs.
Di Carne
Pizza sauce, spicy Italian sausage, chicken meatballs, ham, mushroom, black olives & mozzarella.
Mediterranean Lamb
Mediterranean lamb, pizza sauce, feta, red onion, cherry tomatoes, olives, roasted chickpeas, chilli flakes. Finished with Tzatziki.
Montanara
Pizza sauce, spicy Italian sausage, blue cheese, mushroom & mozzarella, garnished with prosciutto & rocket.
Margherita (V)
The classic combination of pizza sauce, mozzarella, basil, extra-virgin olive oil & parmesan.
Pepperoni
Mozzarella, pizza sauce, basil & chilli oil.
Diavola
Pizza sauce, salami, anchovies, olives, garlic & chilli.
Fiorentina (V)
Pizza sauce, tomato, spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, olives, parmesan, extra-virgin olive oil & pine-nuts.
New Zealand Favourite
Pizza sauce, ham, woodfire finished pineapple & mozzarella.
Calzone Paradiso
Folded pizza. pizza sauce, pepperoni, smoked chicken, sundried tomato, mozzarella, caramelised onion, capsicum & parmesan.
Secondi - Mains
Italian dishes, created with signature Tutto Bene flair. gf - gluten free; df - dairy free; vA - vegan option available; v - vegetarian; gfa - gluten free option available
Beef Fillet (GF)
250g fillet with cheesy polenta fries, wilted greens and a creamy peppercorn reduction.
Risotto (GF)
Truffled mushroom medley and parmesan wafers.
Lamb Shank
Slow-braised lamb shank with a rosemary infused potato cake, wilted greens and red wine jus.
Chicken Parmigiana
With traditional tomato relish, mozzarella and prosciutto over herb roasted gourmet potatoes with rocket and salsa verde.
Fish of the Day (GF)
Market fish, pan-fried with warmed potato salad, shaved fennel, capers, greens. Finished with a balsamic and herb vinaigrette.
Contorni - Sides
Discover our favourite classic Italian dishes, created with signature Tutto Bene flair. gf - gluten free; df - dairy free; vA - vegan option available; v - vegetarian; gfa - gluten free option available
Fries (GF, V)
Fries with aioli.
Citrus Salad (GF, V)
Pomegranate roasted pears, toasted walnuts, shaved fennel, fresh herbs and goats cheese.
Polenta Chips (V)
Crispy, soft-centered golden polenta chips with Napoli.
Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables (GF, Vegan)
Steamed then sautéed broccoli, cauliflower, capsicum & carrot. Served with pesto & toasted almonds.
Della Casa (GF, Vegan)
House salad of mixed leaves, tomato, cucumber, carrot, capsicum, red onion, olives & balsamic dressing.
Dessert
Delight yourself and conclude your dinner with an Italian sweet treat. gf - gluten free; df - dairy free; vA - vegan option available; v - vegetarian; gfa - gluten free option available
Apple Crumble
Caramelised apple, medjool dates and brandy with oaty crumble topping. Served with vanilla ice cream
Traditional Tiramisu
Espresso & liqueur-dipped lady fingers layered with cream & mascarpone.
Limoncello Tiramisu
Italian lemon dessert.
Fondente al Cioccolato
Decadent, soft-centred chocolate cake-style dessert.
Affogato Amaretto (GFA)
Espresso over vanilla ice-cream & a shot of amaretto.
Affogato di Elena (GF, Vegan)
Coconut sorbet, espresso & a shot of amaretto.
Petite Cheesecake
Petite, single serve. Available in After Dinner Mint, Lemon Curd, Salted Caramel and Mixed Berry. Served with a scoop of ice-cream.
Sorbetti di Frutta (GFA, Vegan)
Trio of our sorbet.
Campana con Gelati (GFA)
Our gelato & sorbet with biscotti & fresh cream. May contain traces of alcohol.
Chef's Menu
Chosen by the chef. gf - gluten free; df - dairy free; vA - vegan option available; v - vegetarian; gfa - gluten free option available
Beef Carpaccio
Roasted mushroom, dill aioli, coriander, grilled ciabatta
Burrata (V)
Soft white Italian cheese with olive oil, tomato and chilli compote, basil and toasted pistachio flatbread
Arancini (V)
Coriander & feta risotto balls with sesame seed sprinkle
Flatbread (V)
Garlic butter base, mozzarella & rosemary
Crispy Prosciutto Cream Gnocchi
Crispy prosciutto, green peas & roasted garlic cream sauce
Beef Ribeye (GF)
300g ribeye, oregano, rosemary, hasselback potatoes, marsala jus & smoked onions. Cooked Medium
Parsley Orange Warehou (GF)
Hazelnut ginger vinaigrette, silverbeet, manchego cheese, potato puree & lemon cheek
Risotto (GF)
Saffron, green peas, crème fraiche, garlic butter, lemon, baby spinach & pecorino romano
Pappardelle
LAMB RAGU, GREMOLATA, HANDMADE RICOTTA & MINT
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (V)
Flat leaf parsley, chilli, garlic, olive oil, parmesan & pangrattato
Citrus Roasted Baby Carrots (GF, V)
Oven roasted carrots caramelised in butter and orange juice with citrus crème fraiche, avocado & crunchy seeds
Kale Salad (V, GF)
Roasted beet, toasted pepitas, currants, pickled onions, feta cheese with an orange vinaigrette
Potato & Prosciutto
Crispy potato, prosciutto, mozzarella, crushed tomato, bocconcini, pangrattato & fresh herbs
Pepperoni
Mozzarella, crushed tomato, basil & chilli oil
Hot Smoked Salmon
Capers, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, dill and lemon cream cheese & olive oil
Tricolore
Crushed tomato, chilli flakes, cherry tomatoes, rocket, shaved parmesan & olive oil
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Takeaway Special
Buy any 2 Grande takeaway pizzas and receive free fries. Takeaway only. Available Sunday - Thursday
Mix and Match Pizza and Pasta
Available Dine in and Takeaway *excludes Seafood Spaghetti Veloute. Monday - Tuesday
Digestivo
Finish your Tutto Bene dining experience the Italian way.
Limoncello
Italian refresher digestive.
Taylors 10 year Tawny Port
Delicate wood notes, rich aromas of mature fruit.
Toblerone Cocktail
Baileys, Frangelico, chocolate & cream.
Grappa
Grape-based pomace brandy.
Espresso Martini
Long Espresso, Vodka & coffee liqueur.
Liquore al Caffe
Long Espresso, your favourite liqueur & cream.
Thai Garden on Cranford
Thai Garden is built for a table that wants colour, aroma and choice. The Cranford Street restaurant covers familiar Thai curries and noodles alongside Malaysian and Vietnamese influences, with enough space and menu range for families and larger groups. Garlic, chilli, ginger, herbs and toasted nuts provide the main contrasts, and the dining room’s busy energy suits a social dinner better than a hushed occasion.
Kung pao chicken brings sweet heat and Szechuan peppercorn, while garlic prik Thai arrives on a hot plate with vegetables and a choice of protein. Pad Thai, beef rendang, green curry and cashew stir-fry cover the most recognisable comforts; crisp spring rolls or a spicy salad can keep a shared order from becoming too soft and sauce-heavy. Recent feedback strongly supports the curries, stir-fries and friendly service, although occasional complaints about inconsistency make it wise to ask about the kitchen’s current specialties.
Address: 484 Cranford Street, Papanui, Christchurch 8051
Thai Garden on Cranford Menu
Tasty Nibbles
GF = Gluten Free; GFO = Can be made Gluten Free; V = Can be made Vegan
Spring Rolls
Freshly made rice paper rolls, stuffed full of minced pork, blanched bean sprouts, fresh mint and udon-style noodles. GF GFO V
Crispy Spring Rolls
Tasty sautéed vegetables, mixed with vermicelli noodles, rolled in pastry then deep fried. GF GFO V
Guri Puffs
Sweet potatoes and vegetables wrapped in fluffy pastry served with dipping sauces. GF GFO V
Pork Spare Ribs
Marinated in a succulent mixture of spices and sauces, accompanied with our dipping sauces. GF GFO V
Crispy Pork Belly
Glazed in caramelised honey, soy, garlic and sesame sauce. GF GFO V
Combination
Combination of chicken sticks, spring rolls, spare ribs and guri puffs. GF GFO V
Satay Chicken Sticks
Dipped in a mixture of spices and covered with our own peanut topping, served on a bed of steamed rice. GF GFO V
Salt & Pepper Squid
Lightly battered squid, pepper, salt and chilli, served with sriracha mayo sauce. GF GFO V
Crispy Prawns
Prawn cutlets coated in crushed dried rice and served with Vietnamese dipping sauce. GF GFO V
Roti & Peanut Sauce
Toasted roti bread and our signature peanut sauce. GF GFO V
Asian Spicy Soups
GF = Gluten Free; GFO = Can be made Gluten Free; V = Can be made Vegan
Tom Yum
Hot and spicy yet refreshing soup. Spice, kaffir lime leaf, lemongrass, galangal and fresh lime juice topped with fresh spring onion and coriander. GF GFO V
Coconut Cream Soup
Spicy yet smooth and tantalising to the taste buds, similar to Tom Yum but with added coconut cream, distinct flavours of lemon and fresh coriander. GF GFO V
Noodle Soup (no rice)
A generous portion of this famous Asian soup cooked with our special sauce, fresh vegetables and noodles. GF GFO V
Spicy Salads
GF = Gluten Free; GFO = Can be made Gluten Free; V = Can be made Vegan
Thai Yum Salad
Sliced chicken, roasted rice powder, shallots, spring onions, mint, coriander, fish sauce, chilli and lime. GF GFO V
Larb Chicken Salad
Sliced chicken, roasted rice powder, shallots, spring onions, mint, coriander, fish sauce, chilli and lime. GF GFO V
Vietnamese Salad
Mint, coriander, lime juice, fish sauce, mixed with salad, red onion, and tomato. GF GFO V
Fried Rice
GF = Gluten Free; GFO = Can be made Gluten Free; V = Can be made Vegan
Fried Rice
A traditional Asian favourite cooked with quality jasmine rice and fresh seasonal vegetables. GF GFO V
Spicy Fried Rice
Fried rice cooked with special curry paste and spices blended to enhance the traditional favourites. GF GFO V
Clay Pot Rice
Mild fried rice stir fried with ginger and fresh vegetables, topped with a sweet soy sauce and roasted cashew nuts. GF GFO V
Noodles
GF = Gluten Free; GFO = Can be made Gluten Free; V = Can be made Vegan
Pad Thai
White rice noodles cooked with bean sprouts, spring onion and crushed peanuts in our special pad thai sauce, served with fresh lemon and sprouts. GF GFO V
Stir Fried Noodles
Egg noodles and seasonal vegetables stir fried in the wok. GF GFO V
Spicy Fried Noodle with Basil
Flat white rice noodles stir fried with seasonal vegetables, fresh basil, chilli and our spicy paste. GF GFO V
Curries
GF = Gluten Free; GFO = Can be made Gluten Free; V = Can be made Vegan
Green Curry
The finest green curry paste, slow cooked with coconut cream, spices, an array of selected fresh vegetables, and fresh basil herb. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $31.5 GF GFO V
Red Curry
Succulent cuts of meat or seafood cooked in coconut cream and fresh vegetables. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $31.5 GF GFO V
Massaman Curry
A mild curry cooked in coconut cream, potatoes, vegetables, ginger and peanuts. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $31.5 GF GFO V
Panang Curry
A spicy curry cooked with creamy coconut cream, kaffir lime leave and vegetables. A popular curry with a slight lime tang. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $31.5 GF GFO V
Lamb Shanks in Massaman Curry
Quality lamb shanks slow cooked in a Massaman curry paste and coconut cream, with chunky potatoes, pickled onion and peanuts. One shank $27.5 Two shanks $39.9 GF GFO V
Laksa (no rice)
Fresh vegetables cooked in Laksa paste and coconut cream. Served on a bed of vermicelli noodles and topped with thin rashers of omelette, fresh coriander and fried shallot. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables $26.9 Prawn $31.5 GF GFO V
Chef’s Chicken Curry
Mild curry paste, slow cooked with, creamy coconut cream, potatoes, herbs and spices. GF GFO V
Beef Rendang Curry
Slow cooked curry, tender chunky beef, coconut cream, cumin, coriander, spices and toasted coconut – inspired by Thailand’s Southern neighbour. GF GFO V
Stir Frys
GF = Gluten Free; GFO = Can be made Gluten Free; V = Can be made Vegan
Chilli Stir Fry
Stir fried fresh seasonal vegetables with our own HOT chilli paste sauce. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $30.5 GF GFO V
Garlic Prik Thai Hot Plate
Fresh garlic strips fried in the wok with a selection of vegetables – a must for garlic lovers. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $30.5 GF GFO V
Chilli and Fresh Basil
Fresh basil herb and hot chilli cooked with a generous assortment of fresh vegetables – very popular. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $30.5 GF GFO V
Cashew Nut Stir Fry
An abundance of fresh vegetables and cashew nuts – very popular. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $27.5 Prawn $30.9 GF GFO V
Cashews and Tempura
Sweet chilli jam sauce cooked with battered chicken and vegetables. GF GFO V
Ginger Stir Fry
Fresh ginger root fried in the wok with fresh vegetables and mushrooms. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $30.5 GF GFO V
Sweet and Sour
A real tasty special sweet and sour sauce cooked with vegetables and pineapple. Pork, Battered Chicken, or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn or Battered Fish $30.5 GF GFO V
Peanut Sauce Stir Fry
Our own roasted spiced peanut sauce combined with a selection of seasonal vegetables. Rich, sweet and satisfying. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $28.9 GF GFO V
Oyster Sauce Stir Fry
Fresh vegetables stir fried with oyster sauce and mushrooms. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $30.5 GF GFO V
Black Pepper Stir Fry
Fried potatoes and fresh vegetables stir-fried with cracked black pepper and garlic sauce. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $30.5 GF GFO V
Lemongrass Chicken
Mouth watering chicken stir-fried with fresh chilli, garlic, lemongrass, onion and turmeric powder. GF GFO V
Spicy Herbs
This dish is flavoured with a wonderful variety of Asian flavours, including lemongrass, fresh basil, garlic, green peppercorns and fresh vegetables. Chicken, Beef, Pork or Vegetables & Tofu $26.9 Prawn $30.5 GF GFO V
Honey Lemon Chicken
Battered chicken pieces stir fried with a tangy lemon sauce and sweet honey sauce. GF GFO V
Vietnamese Fried Fish Steak
Fish fillets dipped in tempura batter and deep fried, with stir fried tomatoes, red onion, mushrooms and covered in a mild garlic, chilli and black pepper sauce. GF GFO V
Kung Pao Chicken
Spicy, sweet and delicious chicken thighs with Szechuan peppercorn, garlic, ginger, spring onions, and dried red chillies, and peanuts. GF GFO V
Sharing Menu 1
Sharing Menu will be served banquet style. Meals on the Sharing Menu can be exchanged for any meal on our main menu. Minimum of 5 people. $29.90 per person for main meals only. $41.50 per person for entrée and main meals.
Combination Entrée
Stir Fried Noodles with Beef
Chicken Cashew Nut
Massaman Curry with Pork
Pad Thai with Chicken
Prawn Garlic Hot Plate
Steamed Jasmine Rice
served with steamed jasmine rice
Sharing Menu 2
Sharing Menu will be served banquet style. Meals on the Sharing Menu can be exchanged for any meal on our main menu. Minimum of 5 people. $29.90 per person for main meals only. $41.50 per person for entrée and main meals.
Combination Entrée
Prawn Tom Yum
Vietnamese Spice Fried Noodles with Chicken
Thai Beef Salad
Peanut Sauce Stir Fry with Pork
Vietnamese Fried Fish Steak
Steamed Jasmine Rice
served with steamed jasmine rice
Sharing Menu 3
Sharing Menu will be served banquet style. Meals on the Sharing Menu can be exchanged for any meal on our main menu. Minimum of 5 people. $29.90 per person for main meals only. $41.50 per person for entrée and main meals.
Combination Entrée
Black Pepper Hot Plate with Beef
Laksa with Chicken
Sweet &Sour Pork
Fried Rice with Prawn
Green Curry with Chicken
Steamed Jasmine Rice
served with steamed jasmine rice
Tomi Japanese Restaurant
Tomi brings the quiet confidence of a neighbourhood Japanese restaurant to Edgeware Mall. The dining room is compact and calm, with a menu that treats sushi as one part of a wider repertoire. Sashimi, grilled fish, tempura, donburi-style combinations and carefully arranged bento give regulars room to vary the meal, while sake and wine make it equally comfortable for an unhurried dinner.
Sashimi or chirashi best shows the kitchen’s handling of fresh fish, but the cooked dishes are equally useful. Teriyaki South Island king salmon, miso duck, pork katsu and grilled miso eggplant provide distinct flavours without abandoning the restrained Japanese approach. Dinner bento combines sashimi, tempura, pickles, rice and miso soup for diners who want breadth in one order. Current local discussion often singles Tomi out for authentic cooking and for dishes beyond standard sushi rolls.
Address: Edgeware Mall, 76 Edgeware Road, St Albans, Christchurch 8014
Tomi Japanese Restaurant Menu
Lunch Menu – Donburi (Rice bowl)
(G)-Gluten free available +$1.50
Teriyaki Chicken Don
Grilled whole chicken thigh finished with teriyaki sauce on rice. (G)
Pork Katsu Don
Deep fried thick pork cutlet finished in onion, egg and sweet soy dashi broth on rice.
Chicken Namban Don
Fried marinated chicken topped with namban sauce on rice.
BBQ Pork Don
Stir fried pork in ginger BBQ sauce
Teriyaki Tofu Don
Fried Tofu finished with teriyaki sauce. Vegetarian
Salmon Don
Fresh Marlborough king salmon on sushi rice. (G)
Salmon & Tuna Don
Fresh Marlborough king salmon & tuna on sushi rice. (G)
Lunch Menu – Set Menu
comes with miso soup, salad, small side and rice. (G)-Gluten free available +$1.50
Crumbed Chicken & Prawn Set
Fried crumbed chicken and prawn served with tonkatsu sauce
Karage Chicken Set
Deep fried chicken marinated in ginger, garlic and soy.
Teriyaki Chicken Set
Grilled hold chicken thigh finished with teriyaki sauce. (G)
Pork Cutlet Set
Deep fried crumbed thick pork cutlet.
Pork Katsuni Set
Deep fried thick pork cutlet finished in onion, egg and sweet soy dashi broth.
Prawn Katsuni Set
Deep fried crumbed big prawns finished in onion, egg and sweet soy dashi broth.
Lunch Menu – Bento Lunchbox
comes with miso soup, sashimi, fried prawn, sweet egg, edamame and rice. (G)-Gluten free available +$1.50
Teriyaki Chicken Box
Grilled hold chicken thigh finished with teriyaki sauce. (G)
Karage Chicken Box
Deep fried chicken marinated in ginger, garlic and soy.
Pork Katsu Box
Deep fried crumbed thick pork cutlets.
Sashimi Box
Todays fresh Sashimi (G)
Teriyaki Salmon Box
Grilled fresh king salmon finished with teriyaki sauce. (G)
Beef Fillet Box
Medium rare beef fillet finished with our ginger soy based sauce. (G)
Lunch Menu – Sashimi
Salmon Sashimi
Fresh Marlborough king salmon
Salmon & Tuna Sashimi
Lunch Menu – Sushi Roll
Salmon Avocado Roll
Teriyaki Chicken Roll
Veg Roll
Lunch Menu – Side Menu
Fried Dumpling
6pcs
Takoyaki (Octopus Ball)
6pcs
Karage Chicken
Agedashi Tofu
Garden Salad
Edamame
Rice
Miso Soup
Udon Noodle Soup
Dessert Menu
Hojicha (roasted tea) Mousse
Hojicha mousse, walnut cream, pear compote, milk chocolate feuilletine crunch, soy caramelised walnut, cinnamon ice-cream
Coconut & ginger crème brulee
Raspberry lychee sorbet, almond tuile, roasted coconut (DF)
Black sesame Basque cheesecake
Rich creamy black sesame cheesecake, black Doris plum, glazed lemon peel, vanilla bean ice-cream (GF)
Our homemade Ice cream (1 Scoop)
Entree
(V) vegetarian, (GF) gluten free, (GF?) gluten possible on request +$1.5
Edamame
(v)
Homemade Lotus Chips
(V)
Tomi homemade pickles
(V)(GF)
Agedashi Tofu
Seasonal Veg in Dashi
Fried Yam Potato, Sweet Soy
(V)(GF?)
Garden Salad
(V)
Takoyaki(octopus ball)
(6pcs)
Fried Dumpling
(6pcs)
Karage Chicken
Vegetable Tempura
Prawn Tempura
(3pcs)
Today’s Fish Tempura
(5pcs)
Miso Beef Tendon Stew with Tofu
Salmon zuke
(GF?)
Beef fillet tataki
(GF)
Sashimi
King Salmon Sashimi
(8pcs)
Seasonal Bluefin Tuna Sashimi
(8pcs) (subject to availability)
Chef’s Sashimi Platter
(5pcs)
Chef’s Sashimi Platter
(9pcs)
Chef’s Sashimi Platter
(20pcs)
Nigiri Sushi
(2pcs)
Salmon
Seared Salmon
Tuna
White Fish
Aka Prawn
Sweet Omelette
Scallop
Seared Beef Fillet
Deluxe Chirashi
Selected fresh Sashimi on sushi rice
Roll Sushi
Salmon Sushi Roll
(5pcs)
Teriyaki Chicken Sushi Roll
(5pcs)
Softshell Crab Sushi Roll
Main Dish
Teriyaki Chicken
(GF?) Grilled chicken thigh finished with teriyaki sauce served with salad.
Crispy Chicken
Tempura chicken on salad green with Japanese brown sauce & mayo.
Eggplant Dengaku
(V)(GF) Eggplant is grilled and coated with our hatcho sweet miso glaze, then melted with fresh mozzarella.
Pork Katsu “Free farmed Harris farms”
Deep fried fresh panko crumbed Pork cutlet, served with shaved cabbage & tonkatsu sauce.
Sweet & Sour Pork Kakuni “Free farmed Harris farms”
Pork belly slow cooked in black rice vinegar & sweet soy, served veg & free range egg
Saikyo Miso Duck “Canter valley Sefton”
(GF?) Grilled Saikyo miso duck breast, with duck fat glazed yam. Duck is preserved in sweet miso for a period of time, which draws out moisture from the meat and concentrates the flavor.
Angus Beef Fillet
(GF?) Medium rare aged beef fillet with our ginger soy based sauce.
Toban Salmon “South Island King salmon”
(GF?) Fresh king salmon on sizzling hot plate served with Teriyaki sauce.
NZ Beef Sukiyaki Hotpot
(GF?) Thinly sliced South Island beef simmered in a sweet soy broth with veg, tofu & udon noodle.
Today’s Fish
Whatever fresh fish we can find from the market. Sauteed with garlic, butter & soy. Price: POA
Sides
Steamed Rice
Miso Soup
Seaweed Udon Noodle Soup
Shokado Bento Box
Teriyaki Chicken Dinner Bento Box
(GF?) Teriyaki chicken, sashimi, veg & prawn tempura, pickles, crumbed fish, rice & miso soup.
Teriyaki Salmon “South Island King salmon” Dinner Bento Box
(GF?) Teriyaki King Salmon, sashimi, veg & prawn tempura, pickles, crumbed fish, rice & miso soup.
Angus Beef Fillet Dinner Bento Box
(GF?) Medium rare beef fillet, sashimi, veg & prawn tempura, pickles, crumbed fish, rice & miso soup.
Premium Sake
Dewazakura – Aiyama
Junmai Daiginjo. Yamagata Ken / 山形県. Rice: Aiyama / 愛山. Rice Polishing Ratio: 45% Alc.17%. Optimum temperature: 5～15℃. Fragrant, Mellow. A rare brewing rice ”Aiyama”. Difficult to cultivate and limited. Sake made from Aiyam always more expensive. It makes a full-body sake with balanced between umami and fruit. Gentle, smooth and well-rounded. A mild floral fragrance that reveals lingering notes of peach and apricot at mid-range, concluding with a long finish.
Kamoshibito Kuheiji “EAU DU DESIR”
Junmai Daiginjo. Hyogo Ken / 兵庫県. Rice: Yamada Nishiki / 山田錦. Rice Polishing Ratio: 50% Alc.16%. Optimum temperature: 5～15℃. Modern, aromatic, fruity. Made form Yamada Nishiki ”The king of sake rice”. This Michelin stat has a powerful, complex, exotic aroma of ripe fruits of melon, mandarin peel, pear and cumin. Good balance of acidity and natural sweetness. Pure but creamy and rich.
Gangi – Mizunowa
Junmai Ginjo. Yamaguchi Ken / 山口県. Rice: Yamada Nishiki / 山田錦. Rice Polishing Ratio: 50% Alc.15%. Optimum temperature: 5～15℃. Elegant, textural, balanced. Sake made from highly polished Yamada Nishiki rice using special techniques, a soft, light aroma with a hint of fruity fragrance, gently sweet mouth-feel and a rice-influenced dry aftertaste. A perfect balance of acidity and umami.
Kozaemon – Bizen Omachi
Junmai Ginjo. Gifu Ken / 岐阜県. Rice: Omachi / 雄町. Rice Polishing Ratio: 55% Alc.16%. Optimum temperature: 5～15℃. Mid floral, soft, smooth. This sake has a nice and soft taste on a palate which is unique character of Omachi rice, one of the finest rice for brewing sake. It has candied florals with hints of peach nose which would be a great match to slightly meatier fish dishes.
Gokyo – Kioke zukuri
Kimoto Junmai. Yamaguchi Ken / 山口県. Rice Polishing Ratio: 70% Alc. 15%. Optimum temperature: 5～45℃. Traditional, gentle, complex. This sake is brewed in a Japanese Cedar barrel, it gives a subtle cedar complexity. Gentle mouthfeel with balanced acidity and Umami from the rice. This sake is ideal for hot sake.
Masumi – Karakuchi Kiippon
Junmai Ginjo. Nagano Ken / 長野県. Rice Polishing Ratio: 55% Alc.15%. Optimum temperature: 5～35℃. Dry, clean. With an aroma of young Fuji apples leading to a flavorful balance of subtle sweetness, acidity, and an astringency that leaves the palate clean and dry.
Jozen Mizunogotoshi
Junmai Ginjo. Niigata Ken / 新潟県. Rice Polishing Ratio: 70% Alc.15%. Optimum temperature: 5～15℃. Clean, fresh. A thin layer of umami from the rice hiding in the crispness of the green apple. This sake does have a clean, quick finish but after a moment a rich rice aftertaste comes though.
Hakutsuru – Tanrei
Junmai. Hyogo Ken / 兵庫県. Rice Polishing Ratio: 70% Alc. 13%. Optimum temperature: 5～45℃. Light, dry. A pure rice sake. It has a smooth and semi-dry taste makes it an everyday sake.
Special Sake Tasting Set
A very good opportunity to taste our selection (Served cold only)
First Tasting Set
150ml (50ml x 3cups). Dewazakura – Aiyama Junmai Daiginjo / 純米大吟醸; Gangi – Mizunowa Junmai Ginjo / 純米吟醸; Gokyo – Kioke zukuri Kimoto Junmai / 生酛 純米酒
Second Tasting Set
150ml (50ml x 3cups). Kamoshibito Kuheiji – “EAU DU DESIR” Junmai Daiginjo / 純米大吟醸; Kozaemon – Bizen Omachi Junmai Ginjo / 純米吟醸; Masumi – Karakuchi Kiippon Junmai Ginjo / 純米吟醸
Aikmans Merivale
Aikmans is a flexible Merivale local where lunch, dinner, drinks and live sport can all overlap. The venue has several distinct spaces, which helps it handle a quick meal, an after-work gathering or a longer evening without making every table feel part of the same event. Food leans towards modern pub comfort: share plates, burgers and substantial mains rather than formal courses.
A burger and fries is the direct choice, while groups can start with smaller plates and add a main once the pace of the evening is clear. The all-day format also works for diners who arrive between conventional meal times. Maps shows sustained popularity and a strong current rating, useful evidence for a venue with a broad remit. Atmosphere changes with sport, music and weekend crowds, so anyone planning a quiet conversation should check the event schedule or request a calmer section.
Address: 154 Aikmans Road, Merivale, Christchurch 8014
Aikmans Merivale Menu
Small Plates
Gf-Gluten Free, Gfa-Gluten Free Available, Df-dairy free, V-Vegan, Veg-Vegetarian
Oysters
Natural with Shallot Vinaigrette or Tempura with Wasabi Mayo
Mini Cheese Board
Brie de Moutere, Vintage Waikato Gouda, Bread, Crackers, Fruit Gfa
Whipped Feta
Honeycomb, Pistachio, Lavosh Gfa Veg
Prawn Toast
Chilli Mayo, Spring Onion, Coriander
Crumbed Prawns
Green Rice Crumb, Pineapple & Habanero Df, Gf
Fried Chicken
Korean Sauce, Ranch, Red Onion Or Buffalo Sauce, Ranch, Pickles
Duck Liver Parfait
Prune & Port Gel, Pickles, Crusty Bread
Lamb Skewers
Chimichurri, Mint Yoghurt Dfa Gf
Calamari
Wasabi Mayonnaise, Pink Peppercorn Gf
Half Rack of Ribs
BBQ Rum Sauce, Pickled Red Onion Gf
Flat Bread
Basil Pesto, Parmesan, Cream Cheese, Sweet Chilli, Garlic Oil Veg, Dfa
Bitterballen
Round Dutch Beef Croquettes, Mustard
Fries
Ketchup & Aioli.
Kumara Fries
Add Pecorino & Truffle
Burgers
Aikmans Beef Burger
Double Patty, Swiss Cheese, Caramelised Onions, Pickles, Burger Sauce Dfa Gfa
Fried Chicken Burger
Buttermilk Chicken, Chipotle, Swiss Cheese, Pickles, Cos Lettuce
Choice of Fries or Kumara Fries
Choice of Milk Bun, Gf Bun, Lettuce Cup
Pizzas
Cabrito
Salami, Spinach, Goat Cheese, Onion Jam, Mushroom, Cherry Tomatoes, Parmesan & Garlic, Chilli
Honolulu
Champagne Ham, Bacon, Grilled Pineapple, Aioli
Spicy Chicken
Jalapenos, Pickled Red Onion, Spring Onion, Buffalo Mozzarella, Ranch
Mushroom & Truffle
Onion Puree, Parmesan, Crispy Shallot Veg
Beef Cheek
Blue Cheese, Pickled Red Onion, Lemon Salsa Verde
Margherita
Buffalo Mozzarella, Basil, Garlic Oil Veg
Gluten Free
Half & Half
Build Your Own Patter
Choice of Five Small Plates, Excluding Oysters
Plates
Soup
Crusty Bread, Salted Butter
Scampi Risotto
Bisque, Tarragon Pesto, Parmesan, Paprika Puffed Rice Gf
Salmon Salad
Fennel, Orange, Avocado, Edamame, Greens, Lemon Dressing Dfa Gf
Crumbed Fish & Chips
Thyme, Dill & Lemon Crumb, Garden Salad, Tartare
Market Fish
Potato & Leek Cake, Lemon Puree, Greens, Confit Leek, Tapioca Crisp Gf
Veal Milanese
Rocket Salad, Parmesan, Salsa Verde, Charred Lemon
Super Green Salad
Avocado, Halloumi, Broccolini, Green Beans, Mint Dressing, Seeds Dfa Gfa Veg Va
Add Chicken or Prawn Skewer
Gnocchi
Rosemary & Pecorino Pesto, Brocollini, Lemon Puree, Parmesan & Shallot Sauce
Moroccan Lamb Salad
Pearl Couscous, Capsicum, Mint Dressing, Apricot, Dates, Pumpkin Seeds, Mesclun, Feta Dfa Vega
Caesar Salad
Chicken, Cos Lettuce, Crumbed Egg, Croutons, Bacon Crumb, Caesar Dressing
Add Anchovies
Aikmans Pie
Chicken, Leek & Tarragon, Mustard Mash, Braised Cabbage, Red Wine Jus
Steak Frites
220gram Ribeye, Hand Cut Chips, Jus, Mesclun Salad, Red Wine Jus Dfa Gfa
Add Egg
Short Rib
Truffle Mash Potato, Onion Rings, Baby Carrots, Bone Marrow Jus Dfa Gfa
Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder
Duck Fat Potatoes, Broccolini, Baby Carrots, Jus, Mint Sauce Dfa Gfa
Sides
Greens, Parmesan, Butter
Dfa Gfa
Duck Fat Potatoes, Black Garlic Aioli
Dfa Gfa
Salad, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Mint Dressing
Dfa Gfa
Desserts
Rhubarb & Apple Crumble
Vanilla Ice Cream, Crumble
Chocolate Mousse
Almond & Pistachio Crumb, Honeycomb, Basil
Sticky Date Pudding
Brandy Snap, Butterscotch Sauce, Rum & Raisin Ice Cream
Affogato
Vanilla Ice Cream & Espresso
Add liqueur
The Butcher’s Apron
The Butcher’s Apron turns the connection with neighbouring Peter Timbs Meats into a focused breakfast and lunch stop. It is closer to a specialist counter than a conventional full-service restaurant, with handcrafted sausages, bacon butties, burgers and coffee served from a compact Edgeware site. That narrow purpose is its strength: meat quality and generous fillings matter more than elaborate presentation or an extensive dining room.
A classic bacon buttie highlights the product most clearly, while the loaded version adds egg, hash brown and richer sauces for a more substantial meal. Sausage choices can range from familiar breakfast flavours to smoked jalapeño and cheese, and the breakfast roll or wrap makes sense for takeaway. The current official site and Maps feedback repeatedly praise the bacon, burgers, coffee and friendly service. Seating is limited and daytime hours are concise, so it is best treated as a planned breakfast or lunch stop.
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.
Brigittes Merivale
Brigittes is a daytime institution on Papanui Road, serving breakfast and lunch in a dining room, conservatory and sunny courtyard. The atmosphere is polished but relaxed enough for coffee, a family brunch or a longer catch-up, and the menu balances familiar cafe staples with enough seasonal detail to avoid feeling routine. Its early opening on weekdays also makes it one of the more practical choices for a proper breakfast before work.
Hash browns finished with parmesan, truffle oil and chives are designed for sharing, while omelettes, breakfast muffins and bagels allow a more contained meal. A club sandwich, fish cake or salad takes over later in the day, and the drinks menu supports a slow lunch. Current feedback regularly praises the breakfast cooking and service. Outdoor tables are popular and can become busy or dog-friendly in character, so diners seeking a quieter meal may prefer the conservatory or indoor room.
Address: 209 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch 8014
Brigittes Merivale Menu
Breakfast
Hash Browns For The Table
parmesan, truffle oil, chives
Banana Bread
salted butter, maple syrup
Eggs Any Way
sourdough / multigrain, relish dfa gfa
Croissants
bacon, lettuce, tomato, cheese, mustard, aioli; basil pesto, caramelised onion, fried egg, spinach, halloumi
Omelettes
salmon, fennel, lemon, capers, salsa verde; mushroom, spinach, caramelised onion, feta, sundried tomato pesto
Eggs Benedict
bacon / smoked salmon / mushroom, poached eggs, potato stack, spinach, seeds, hollandaise gfa
Porridge
rhubarb, apple, coconut yoghurt, lemon curd, granola, honey, dfa
French Toast
poached pear, lemon mascarpone, roasted nuts, cherry meringue, maple syrup
Hot Smoked Salmon
multigrain, lemon ricotta, cucumber, capers, pickled red onion, dill dfa gfa
Avocado On Sourdough
halloumi, poached egg, tomato salsa & relish, salsa verde dfa gfa
Mushrooms On Sourdough
lemon ricotta, poached egg, crispy shallots, chilli sambal gfa
Mince On Toast
beef bolognaise, poached egg, chive sour cream, pickled chilli, parmesan, sourdough dfa gfa
Truffled Scrambled Eggs
fresh black périgord truffle, garlic oil, brioche
Burrito
bacon, scrambled eggs, hash brown, avocado, halloumi, tomato relish, burrito sauce
Classic Breakfast
poached eggs, chorizo sausage, mushrooms, bacon, potato stack, smokey beans, sourdough; vegetarian option, swap bacon and chorizo for halloumi and avocado
Lunch
Soup
sourdough, salted butter
Cheese Melt
chicken, avocado, basil, cream cheese, sweet chilli
Reuben Sandwich
pastrami, pickles, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, mustard, fries dfa
Bruschetta
stracciatella, caramelised onion, pear, thyme, hazelnut gfa
Corn & Courgette Fritters
avocado, tomato salsa, paprika, chilli sambal df; add bacon + 9
Fish Cake
herb mayonnaise, fennel, apple and parsley salad
Cannelloni
pumkin, silverbeet, bechamel, passata, mozzarella
Sausage Roll
pork, fennel, thyme, mustard mash, caramelised onion jus, sweet chutney, chives
Caesar Salad
chicken, cos, bacon, crumbed egg, croutons, parmesan, caesar dressing dfa gfa; add anchovies + 6
Lamb Salad
harissa, parsnip, kumara, yams, feta, mint yoghurt, pickled red onion, seeds gf dfa
Prawn Salad
rice, edamame, cucumber, cabbage, kewpie mayo, lime & chilli dressing, sesame seeds, coriander dfa
Fries
chicken salt, aioli, tomato ketchup df; add truffle & parmesan + 8
Extras
Fresh Black Périgord Truffle
per gram
Mushrooms
Potato Stack
Bacon
Chorizo Sausage
Smoked Salmon
Grilled Halloumi
Avocado
Smokey Baked Beans
Chilli Sambal
Burrito Sauce
Fresh Juices
Pink
grapefruit, strawberry, mint, lemon
Red
rhubarb, apple, ginger
Golden
carrot, orange, turmeric, ginger
Yellow
apple, orange, pineapple, lemon
Smoothies
Avocado
spinach, banana, honey, apple & pineapple
Banana
peanut butter, raspberry, almond milk
Chocolate
banana, maple syrup, milk
Acai
mixed berry, banana, oat milk
Wine By The Glass
Cloudy Bay Pelorus
Moet & Chandon
Taittinger
Jules Taylor Sauvignon Blanc
Beer
Heineken on tap
Corona
Heineken Zero
Cassels Nectaron IPA
Bottled Soft Drinks
Bundaberg lemon lime bitters
Bundaberg ginger beer
Coca-Cola
Schweppes ginger ale
Cocktails
Build your own Mimosas
Bottle of Cloudy Bay Pelorus & jug of orange juice
Mimosa flute
Pickled bloody mary
Peach bellini
Coffee
Brigittes unique roast by Ozone coffee, a blend of beans from Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, Guatemala & Indonesia
americano
espresso (short or long)
flat white
T2 Teas
english breakfast tea
early grey
chamomile
Final Thoughts
Northern Christchurch offers enough contrast to match the restaurant to the occasion. Costas and Brazooka favour generous, social meals; Chillingworth Road and Tomi bring greater precision; Thai Garden and Tutto Bene suit groups wanting familiar dishes with plenty of choice. Brigittes handles daytime catch-ups, Aikmans covers casual drinks and dinner, and The Butcher’s Apron turns a quick breakfast or lunch into something distinctive.
The most satisfying plan is to decide first between a short meal and an evening built around sharing. Confirm current trading times, booking conditions and dietary arrangements with the venue, then use the neighbourhood cluster to minimise travel. Each part of this north-city corridor has a different pace, but all offer worthwhile reasons to eat well beyond central Christchurch.