Micky Finn’s occupies the floor above The Rockpool on Hereford Street, giving it a distinct upstairs identity within a busy central Christchurch entertainment address. The venue keeps the sociable ingredients of an Irish-style pub, including live bands, televised sport, pool tables and a broad bar, but its kitchen now follows a pronounced Thai direction. That combination makes it equally suited to a meal before the music begins, a casual night around the tables or a late gathering with friends.
The opening plates show how deliberately the kitchen bridges those two sides of the venue. Loaded fries and wedges, garlic loaf and beer-battered hāpuku bites sit beside satay chicken skewers, coconut prawns, aromatic spicy wings, prawn wontons and kumara-filled curry puffs. A table can therefore begin with familiar pub food, move towards brighter chilli and herb flavours, or build a mixed spread. Five-spice pork belly and chicken roti continue that shared-plate rhythm without forcing everyone into the same style of dinner.
Thai salads, soups and curries give the menu its strongest character. Chicken som tum combines grilled thigh with a papaya-style salad and roasted peanuts, while larb brings minced chicken together with toasted rice, herbs, chilli and lime. Tom yum is built on galangal, lemongrass and kaffir lime; tom kha softens a related aromatic base with coconut cream. Green curry, richly spiced massaman lamb shank and flexible stir-fries provide fuller mains with choices spanning tofu, chicken, prawns and fish.
Noodles and rice broaden the options again, from pad Thai and soy-darkened pad see-ew to the sharper heat of pad kee mao and a vegetable-rich house fried rice. Classic pizzas and other pub staples remain available for diners who want the setting without the chilli, while the drinks list and regular live programme encourage a longer stay. Table bookings, group pre-orders and function arrangements also make Micky Finn’s workable for organised celebrations as well as spontaneous music nights.
Address: 85A Hereford Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
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Micky Finns Irish Pub Menu
Snacks + Starters
Fries
add aioli $3
Wedges
served with sour cream and sweet chilli
Loaded Wedges or Fries
choose fries or wedges, then add your topping; add gravy and cheese $4; add bacon and cheese $7; add beef chilli and cheese $8; add pulled pork, gherkins, onions and cheese $9
Garlic Loaf
add cheese $3; mini loaf served warm with lashings of garlic, butter and pesto dipping sauce
Satay Chicken Skewers
four chicken skewers topped with satay sauce, served with spicy pickled cucumber sauce
Hāpuku Fish Bites
beer battered hāpuku groper bites with tartare and lemon wedges
Crispy Coconut Prawns (5)
crunchy coated prawns served with sweet chilli sauce
Hot & Spicy Wings
fried chicken wings in an aromatic crispy coating with kaffir lime leaves served with sweet chilli sauce
Prawn Rangoon Wontons (4)
wontons stuffed with prawn, spring onion and cream cheese served with sweet chilli sauce
Vegetarian Curry Puffs (5)
deep fried kumara and potato in puff pastry
Salads, Soups + Light Meals
Chicken Roti (2)
chicken satay served on roti with cos lettuce and Sriracha mayo
Five Spice Pork Belly
slow-braised pork belly in a rich, aromatic soy-based sauce with warm spices, served with a crisp green apple salad
Spicy Thai Salmon Fillet
steamed salmon fillet with chilli, coriander and garlic sauce
Thai Salad
mixed salad with thai herbs and a spicy dressing, served with your choice of rib-eye steak, crispy tofu, or grilled salmon
Micky's Chicken Som Tum
grilled marinated chicken thigh served with a som tum style salad and topped with roasted peanuts
Larb
traditional thai salad with minced chicken, ground toasted jasmine rice with spring onions, thai herbs, chilli and lime juice
Tom Yum Soup
aromatic thai herb broth with galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime, mushrooms, tomatoes and spring onion
Tom Kha Soup
mild coconut cream soup with galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime, mushrooms, tomatoes, spring onion and coriander
Rice + Noodles
Pad Thai GFO
stir-fried rice noodles cooked in a pad thai sauce with beansprouts and a fried egg, topped with roasted peanuts
Pad Kee Mao (Spicy Thai Stir-Fry Noodle) GFO
Fresh chili, garlic, peppercorns, and fragrant Thai basil and kaffir lime leaves
Pad See-Ew GFO
stir fried rice noodles, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower with egg and dark soy sauce
Micky's Fried Rice GFO
fried rice with seasonal vegetables and egg
Sides
steamed rice
peanut sauce
roti
coconut steamed rice
Curry + Stir Fry
All curries and stir fried dishes come with a side of steamed jasmine rice
Satay Stir Fry GFO
vegetables cooked in a homemade peanut sauce
Garlic & Black Pepper
vegetables cooked with fried garlic and black pepper sauce
Sweet & Sour
stir fried pineapple, tomatoes and vegetables cooked with sweet and sour sauce
Green Curry
green curry sauce with steamed bok choy and south-east asian herbs
Grilled Chicken in Spicy Red Curry
a rich and aromatic thai red curry made with coconut milk, red chili paste, and fragrant herbs. Served with tender grilled chicken
Beef Cheek Curry
slow cooked beef cheek in penang curry, served with steamed broccoli topped with crushed peanuts
Massaman Lamb Shank
slow cooked lamb shank with potatoes in a rich coconut and spice infused massaman curry sauce, topped with kumara chips and fried shallots
Pub Classics
Hāpuku Fish & Chips GFO
hāpuku groper, pan-seared or beer-battered, served with fries, and tartare sauce
Steak, Eggs & Chips
250g ribeye, served with chips, two fried eggs and mushroom sauce
Chicken Burger
crispy chicken burger with american cheese and bacon served with fries
Classic Pizzas
Bases rolled to order with tomato base and mozzarella; gf bases +$3
Classic Pizzas
2 classic pizzas
Margherita
italian classic with fresh basil and buffalo mozzarella
Hawaiian
smoked ham, pineapple, mozzarella cheese and red onion
Pepperoni
classic combination of mozzarella cheese and cured™ pepperoni salami
Gourmet Pizzas
gluten free bases +$3; vegan cheese available
Gourmet Pizzas
Meatlover's
bacon, pulled pork, chorizo, salami, onion and bbq sauce
Italiano
chorizo, salami, portobello mushroom, olives, capers and onions
Loaded Hog
pulled pork, bacon, red onion, capsicum and cream cheese
Buffalo Chicken
buffalo buttermilk fried chicken, onion jam, spring onions and blue cheese ranch
Smoked Chicken, Cranberry, and Brie
chicken, red onion, brie and cranberry sauce
Smoked Salmon
smoked salmon, red onions, capers and cream cheese
Prosciutto & Rocket
buffalo mozzarella, prosciutto, topped with fresh rocket, shaved parmesan and extra virgin olive oil
Greek Lamb
lamb fillet, sundried tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese
Vegetarian Pizzas
Vegetarian Pizzas
Vegetarian Medley
medley of tomato, onion, portobello mushroom, spinach, feta and olives
Sun Worshipper VE
roast pumpkin, sun-dried tomato, red onion, spinach, cream cheese and pine nuts (vegan option available)
The Fun Guy
portobello mushroom and blue cheese with sundried tomatoes, olives, feta
Cold Drinks
GLASS | PINT
Soda | coke | coke zero | sprite | L&P | ginger ale | tonic
Juice | orange | apple | pineapple | cranberry | tomato
Homegrown Orange Juice
raw cold pressed
Ginger Beer
Tap Beer
GLASS | PINT | JUG
Micky's Gold Lager 4%
Export Ultra Low Carb 4.2%
Monteith's Golden Lager 4.5%
Monteith's Wayfarer Pilsner 4.9%
Bottled Beer
Quart Bottles (750ml) | Export Gold 4% | DB 4% | Tui 4%
Heineken 5%
Sol 4.5%
Asahi Super Dry 5%
RTDs
Canadian Club and Dry
Jack Daniel's and Coke
Jim Beam and Coke
Long White
Non + Low Alcohol
Export Citrus 2%
Heineken Zero <0.5%
B.effect b.alive Jasmine Kombucha, Wānaka
Pals 0%
Hot Drinks – Coffee
SMALL | LARGE
Black | espresso | americano | long black
White | piccolo | macchiato | flat white | latte | cappuccino
Mocha
Hot Chocolate
Sparkling Wine
GLASS | BOTTLE
Lindauer Mini, Marlborough, NZ (200ml)
Brut, Sauvignon Blanc, Fraise
Nua Prosecco, Italy DOC
Deutz Cuvee, Marlborough, NZ
Pinot Noir
Heaphy, Nelson, NZ
Misfits, Central Otago, NZ
The Lakes, Central Otago, NZ
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- Chicken burger Typical in Christchurch: $27.00 $24.00
- Long black Typical in Christchurch: $5.00 $4.50
- Flat white Typical in Christchurch: $5.55 $5.00
- Hot chocolate Typical in Christchurch: $6.00 $5.00
- Pad thai Typical in Christchurch: $20.25 $20.00
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