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Chicken schnitzel with melted cheese, fries and salad at The Bealey in Christchurch

The Bealey is the public restaurant and bar at the heart of Bealey Quarter, a central Christchurch site with more than a century of hospitality history. The address was associated with the Gainsborough hotel in the mid-twentieth century, passed through an Outlaws era, and emerged in its current form after the property changed hands in 2004 and the post-earthquake accommodation was rebuilt. Today the pub draws on Samuel Bealey’s name and local story, but its tone is that of an easy neighbourhood hangout for food, beer and conversation.

The opening plates are designed to move between a quick snack and a shared table. Green-lipped mussels arrive in a creamy white-wine broth with house-baked ciabatta, while buttermilk chicken tenders, salt-and-pepper squid and buffalo cauliflower cover crisp, punchy choices. Salads can be built with chicken, halloumi, pork belly or cauliflower, and tacos use grilled pineapple salsa and slaw around several fillings. Low-gluten, low-dairy, vegetarian and vegan markers or adaptations appear throughout, making it easier for a mixed group to assemble one coherent order.

Burgers and hand-stretched pizzas form the social middle of the menu, but the larger mains carry classic pub weight. Chicken parmigiana, pork ribs and schnitzel sit alongside fish and chips and bangers with mash. Slow-cooked Canterbury lamb shoulder brings a stronger regional note, paired with potato, roasted carrots, minted pea purée and gravy. Pasta offers another direction when fried or grilled food is not the mood. The range is deliberately broad, giving regulars enough variation while preserving the reassuring structure of a familiar local pub menu.

The wider Bealey Quarter complex changes what the restaurant can accommodate. A large bar and regular events support lively public nights, while free parking and onsite accommodation make longer gatherings easier to organise. The private function room can host up to 100 guests, so milestone birthdays, work occasions and wedding celebrations can remain within the same venue as the food and bar service. That combination is particularly practical for visitors and mixed local groups: dinner, drinks, an event space and a place to stay can all share one central-city address.

Address: 263 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand

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The Bealey Menu

Starters

Salt and Pepper Squid
$17

Lemon pepper coating, aioli, charred lemon, petite salad | LG

Bealey Fried Cauliflower
$17

Crispy fried cauliflower bites, served with our gochujang caramel, Bealey sauce and a petite garden salad | LD, LG, V, VG

Garlic Pizza Bread
$15

Cheesy garlic pizza bread, confit garlic butter, sweet chilli sauce | LGO, V, VGO, DFO, V

Bruschetta
$17

Toasted ciabatta topped with basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella and a balsamic glaze | V, VGO

Bealey Chicken Tenders
$21

Buttermilk marinated chicken tenders, signature crispy coating, Bealey sauce, McClure’s sweet and spicy pickles | LG

Pork Belly Bites
$18

Pork belly bites, tossed in a sticky chilli sauce, sesame seeds, spring onion, coriander, coleslaw | LD, LG

Bowl of Fries
$14

Crispy golden fries, signature seasoning, aioli, tomato sauce | LD, LG, V, VGO

Light Meals

Caesar Salad
$21

Crisp cos lettuce, Bealey creamy dressing, crisp bacon, croutons, parmesan cheese, poached free range egg | LGO, LDO, VGO, VO

Warm Bealey Salad
$21

Warm roast vegetable salad with roasted carrot, parsnip, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, baby spinach, shredded cabbage with a balsamic dressing | LDO, LG, VO, VGO

Beef Shortrib Sliders
$23

Braised short ribs in a sticky BBQ sauce, house slaw, McClure’s sweet and spicy pickles and our Bealey sauce

Soup of the Week
$19

Served with toasted ciabatta, ask our staff for this week’s flavour

Pizzas

Our house made pizza dough is hand-stretched, topped with napoli sauce base and our signature grated cheese blend. Gluten Free Base +$3.

Margherita
$28

Vine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil | LDO, LGO, V, VGO

Hawaiian
$28

Diced champagne ham, pineapple chunks | LDO, LGO, VO, VGO

The Bealey
$28

Buttermilk fried chicken, bacon, cream cheese, sweet chilli sauce | LGO, VO

The Steakhouse
$28

Salami, chorizo, smashed beef bites, bacon, BBQ sauce | LDO, LGO

Smoked Salmon Flat Bread
$28

Creamy base, cheese, smoked salmon, capers, red onion | LGO

Mains

Lamb Shank
$35

Slow roasted lamb foreshank, creamy mash potato, sautéed broccoli and cauliflower with Bealey gravy | LG

Beer Battered Fish and Chips
$29

Crispy fries, garden salad, tartare sauce | LD, LGO

Salmon
$37

Pan roasted salmon with a herby crumb, Dijon mustard, rustic smash potato with spring onion and parmesan cheese | LD, LGO

Chicken Schnitzel
$29

Crispy fries, garden salad, Bealey gravy | LD

Bangers and Mash
$28

Trio of pork sausages, creamy mashed potatoes, green peas, sautéed onion, Bealey gravy | LG

Chicken Parmigiana
$32

Chicken schnitzel loaded with napoli sauce, ham and cheese toasted golden, crispy fries and garden salad | LDO

Chicken Fettuccine
$28.50

Shredded chicken, bacon, sautéed onions and spinach in a creamy tomato and basil pesto sauce | LDO, VO, VGO

Burgers

Gluten Free Bun +$2.

Beef Burger
$29

Smashed beef patty, smoked cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomato, beetroot relish and Bealey sauce | LDO, LGO

Chicken Burger
$29

Buttermilk fried chicken tenders, coleslaw, pickles, aioli and gochujang caramel | LGO

Sides

1 for 10 | 2 for 15 | 3 for 18

Sautéed Broccoli and Cauliflower

Steamed broccoli and cauliflower sautéed in butter | LD, LG, V, VGO

Coleslaw

Shredded cabbage and carrot, dressed in aioli | LD, LG, V, VGO

Mashed Potato

Creamy potatoes with plenty of butter and cream | LG, V

Green Salad

Lettuce, capsicum, cucumber, red onion, mung bean sprouts, carrot and cabbage dressed in a balsamic vinaigrette | LD, LG, V, VG

Balsamic Roasted Vegetables

Roasted carrots and parsnip with a light balsamic glaze | LD, LG, V, VG

Duck Fat Potatoes

Crispy potatoes roasted in duck fat | LD, LG, V

Grill

All steaks are cooked to your liking and come with your choice of sides and sauce.

200g Ribeye
$49

Rolled Canterbury ribeye | LDO, LG. Select 2 sides.

300g Rump
$41

New Zealand Rump | LDO, LG. Select 2 sides.

600g Sirloin Steak on the Bone
$75

Canterbury sirloin on the bone | LDO, LG. Select 3 sides.

Dessert

Ice Cream Sundae
$10

The classic sundae with your choice of mixed berry, chocolate or caramel sauce | LG, V

Affogato
$5 / ADD BAILEYS, FRANGELICO OR KAHLUA $10

Vanilla ice cream, espresso and a shot of liquor of your choice. Add Baileys, Frangelico or Kahlua.

Spiced Apple and Berry Crumble
$15

A warm crumble with spiced apples and mixed berries, served with vanilla ice cream and roasted apple | V, VGO

Tiramisu
$15

Layered tiramisu cake with a lady finger sponge, espresso, chocolate and amaretto | V

Breakfast

Continental Breakfast
$25

A selection of bread, cereals, pastries, fruits, spreads, yoghurt, cold meats and cheese | LDO, LGO, VGO

Eggs Benedict
$18

Two free-range poached eggs served with wilted spinach on ciabatta topped with hollandaise sauce | LDO, LGO, VO

Farmhouse Breakfast
$35

Two free-range eggs cooked to your liking, served on house-made ciabatta with roasted tomato, hash browns, mushrooms and bacon | LDO, LGO

Free Range Bacon and Eggs
$15

Two free-range eggs cooked to your liking, served on house-made ciabatta and bacon | LDO, LGO

French Toast
$23

Served with bacon, grilled banana, whipped cream and maple syrup | LGO, V

Fried Chicken and Waffles
$22

Buttermilk fried chicken, bacon, Belgian style waffles, maple syrup

Granola
$18

Housemade granola served with a spiced apple and berry compote, yoghurt and fresh fruit | LD, LG, VO, VGO

Breakfast Burrito
$21

Scrambled egg with chorizo, bacon, potato, spinach, served in a flour tortilla with hashbrowns and tomato relish | LDO, VO

$19 Lunch Menu

Monday – Friday 11am – 3pm. $19 Lunch Menu.

Beer Battered Fish and Chips
$19

Golden battered fish, garden salad, lemon, tartare sauce and served with chips | LD

Chicken Wrap
$19

Buttermilk fried chicken, lettuce, parmesan, bacon, caesar dressing and served with chips | LDO

Smash Cheeseburger
$19

Smashed beef patty, smoked cheddar, pickles, lettuce, Bealey sauce and served with chips | LDO, LGO

Chicken Pasta
$19

Chicken and spinach pasta tossed in a creamy napoli sauce topped with parmesan cheese | VO, VGO

Roast Pork
$19

Slow roasted pork belly served with crispy duck fat potatoes, peas and Bealey gravy | LD, LG

Roast Vegetable Salad
$19

Warm roast vegetable salad tossed with baby spinach, pumpkin and sunflower seeds in a balsamic vinaigrette | LD, LG, V, VG

Snacks

Loaded Wedges
$18

Loaded with cheese and bacon topped with sour cream and sweet chilli

Loaded Fries
$23

Loaded with cheese, shredded shortrib, pickles and Bealey sauce

Butchers Platter
$76

Buttermilk fried chicken, sticky chilli pork belly, Cumberland sausages, braised shortrib, wedges, coleslaw, garlic flatbread, dipping sauces

Sparkling Wine

SML | BTL

Mount Paradiso Prosecco
SML $13 / BTL $63

Murray Darling, Australia

Cloudy Bay Pelorus NV
SML $16.50 / BTL $80

Marlborough, NZ

Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut NV
BTL $140

Epernay, France

Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label
BTL $175

Reims, France

White Wine

SML | BTL

Rebel Sauvignon Blanc
SML $11.50 / BTL $55

Marlborough, NZ

Mill Flat Sauvignon Blanc
SML $13 / BTL $63

Marlborough, NZ

Dog Point Sauvignon Blanc
BTL $87

Marlborough, NZ

Red Hut Pinot Gris
SML $12.50 / BTL $60

Marlborough, NZ

Red Wine

SML | BTL

Rose & Rose Pinot Noir
SML $13 / BTL $62

Marlborough, NZ

Nga Waka 'Three Paddles' Pinot Noir
BTL $76

Martinborough, NZ

Ata Rangi 'Crimson' Pinot Noir
BTL $96

Martinborough, NZ

Craggy Range 'Te Muna Road' Pinot Noir
BTL $115

Martinborough, NZ

Cocktails

Pornstar Martini
$20

Vanilla Vodka, Passionfruit Liqueur, Lemon, Passionfruit with a side of House Sparkling

Espresso Martini
$20

Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Cold Brew Coffee

Long Island Iced Tea
$23

Vodka, Rum, Tequila, Gin,Triple Sec, Lemon, Cola

Mojito
$20

White Rum, Lime, Mint, Soda

Tap Beer

Speight’s Mid 2.5%
$10
Speight’s Gold Medal Ale
$12
Speight’s Summit Ultra
$12
Steinlager Classic
$13

Bottle Beer

Corona
$11
Steinlager Classic
$10.50
Steinlager Pure
$11.50
Speights Old Dark
$10

Soda

SML | LRG

Coke
SML $4 / LRG $5.50
Coke No Sugar
SML $4 / LRG $5.50
Ginger Ale
SML $4 / LRG $5.50

Coffee & Tea

SML | LRG

Flat White
SML $5.50 / LRG $6
Latte
SML $5.50 / LRG $6
Cappuccino
SML $5.50 / LRG $6

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