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
Lemon pepper coating, aioli, charred lemon, petite salad | LG
Bealey Fried Cauliflower
Crispy fried cauliflower bites, served with our gochujang caramel, Bealey sauce and a petite garden salad | LD, LG, V, VG
Garlic Pizza Bread
Cheesy garlic pizza bread, confit garlic butter, sweet chilli sauce | LGO, V, VGO, DFO, V
Bruschetta
Toasted ciabatta topped with basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella and a balsamic glaze | V, VGO
Bealey Chicken Tenders
Buttermilk marinated chicken tenders, signature crispy coating, Bealey sauce, McClure’s sweet and spicy pickles | LG
Pork Belly Bites
Pork belly bites, tossed in a sticky chilli sauce, sesame seeds, spring onion, coriander, coleslaw | LD, LG
Bowl of Fries
Crispy golden fries, signature seasoning, aioli, tomato sauce | LD, LG, V, VGO
Light Meals
Caesar Salad
Crisp cos lettuce, Bealey creamy dressing, crisp bacon, croutons, parmesan cheese, poached free range egg | LGO, LDO, VGO, VO
Warm Bealey Salad
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
Braised short ribs in a sticky BBQ sauce, house slaw, McClure’s sweet and spicy pickles and our Bealey sauce
Soup of the Week
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
Vine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil | LDO, LGO, V, VGO
Hawaiian
Diced champagne ham, pineapple chunks | LDO, LGO, VO, VGO
The Bealey
Buttermilk fried chicken, bacon, cream cheese, sweet chilli sauce | LGO, VO
The Steakhouse
Salami, chorizo, smashed beef bites, bacon, BBQ sauce | LDO, LGO
Smoked Salmon Flat Bread
Creamy base, cheese, smoked salmon, capers, red onion | LGO
Mains
Lamb Shank
Slow roasted lamb foreshank, creamy mash potato, sautéed broccoli and cauliflower with Bealey gravy | LG
Beer Battered Fish and Chips
Crispy fries, garden salad, tartare sauce | LD, LGO
Salmon
Pan roasted salmon with a herby crumb, Dijon mustard, rustic smash potato with spring onion and parmesan cheese | LD, LGO
Chicken Schnitzel
Crispy fries, garden salad, Bealey gravy | LD
Bangers and Mash
Trio of pork sausages, creamy mashed potatoes, green peas, sautéed onion, Bealey gravy | LG
Chicken Parmigiana
Chicken schnitzel loaded with napoli sauce, ham and cheese toasted golden, crispy fries and garden salad | LDO
Chicken Fettuccine
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
Smashed beef patty, smoked cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomato, beetroot relish and Bealey sauce | LDO, LGO
Chicken Burger
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
Rolled Canterbury ribeye | LDO, LG. Select 2 sides.
300g Rump
New Zealand Rump | LDO, LG. Select 2 sides.
600g Sirloin Steak on the Bone
Canterbury sirloin on the bone | LDO, LG. Select 3 sides.
Dessert
Ice Cream Sundae
The classic sundae with your choice of mixed berry, chocolate or caramel sauce | LG, V
Affogato
Vanilla ice cream, espresso and a shot of liquor of your choice. Add Baileys, Frangelico or Kahlua.
Spiced Apple and Berry Crumble
A warm crumble with spiced apples and mixed berries, served with vanilla ice cream and roasted apple | V, VGO
Tiramisu
Layered tiramisu cake with a lady finger sponge, espresso, chocolate and amaretto | V
Breakfast
Continental Breakfast
A selection of bread, cereals, pastries, fruits, spreads, yoghurt, cold meats and cheese | LDO, LGO, VGO
Eggs Benedict
Two free-range poached eggs served with wilted spinach on ciabatta topped with hollandaise sauce | LDO, LGO, VO
Farmhouse Breakfast
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
Two free-range eggs cooked to your liking, served on house-made ciabatta and bacon | LDO, LGO
French Toast
Served with bacon, grilled banana, whipped cream and maple syrup | LGO, V
Fried Chicken and Waffles
Buttermilk fried chicken, bacon, Belgian style waffles, maple syrup
Granola
Housemade granola served with a spiced apple and berry compote, yoghurt and fresh fruit | LD, LG, VO, VGO
Breakfast Burrito
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
Golden battered fish, garden salad, lemon, tartare sauce and served with chips | LD
Chicken Wrap
Buttermilk fried chicken, lettuce, parmesan, bacon, caesar dressing and served with chips | LDO
Smash Cheeseburger
Smashed beef patty, smoked cheddar, pickles, lettuce, Bealey sauce and served with chips | LDO, LGO
Chicken Pasta
Chicken and spinach pasta tossed in a creamy napoli sauce topped with parmesan cheese | VO, VGO
Roast Pork
Slow roasted pork belly served with crispy duck fat potatoes, peas and Bealey gravy | LD, LG
Roast Vegetable Salad
Warm roast vegetable salad tossed with baby spinach, pumpkin and sunflower seeds in a balsamic vinaigrette | LD, LG, V, VG
Snacks
Loaded Wedges
Loaded with cheese and bacon topped with sour cream and sweet chilli
Loaded Fries
Loaded with cheese, shredded shortrib, pickles and Bealey sauce
Butchers Platter
Buttermilk fried chicken, sticky chilli pork belly, Cumberland sausages, braised shortrib, wedges, coleslaw, garlic flatbread, dipping sauces
Sparkling Wine
SML | BTL
Mount Paradiso Prosecco
Murray Darling, Australia
Cloudy Bay Pelorus NV
Marlborough, NZ
Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut NV
Epernay, France
Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label
Reims, France
White Wine
SML | BTL
Rebel Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough, NZ
Mill Flat Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough, NZ
Dog Point Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough, NZ
Red Hut Pinot Gris
Marlborough, NZ
Red Wine
SML | BTL
Rose & Rose Pinot Noir
Marlborough, NZ
Nga Waka 'Three Paddles' Pinot Noir
Martinborough, NZ
Ata Rangi 'Crimson' Pinot Noir
Martinborough, NZ
Craggy Range 'Te Muna Road' Pinot Noir
Martinborough, NZ
Cocktails
Pornstar Martini
Vanilla Vodka, Passionfruit Liqueur, Lemon, Passionfruit with a side of House Sparkling
Espresso Martini
Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Cold Brew Coffee
Long Island Iced Tea
Vodka, Rum, Tequila, Gin,Triple Sec, Lemon, Cola
Mojito
White Rum, Lime, Mint, Soda
Tap Beer
Speight’s Mid 2.5%
Speight’s Gold Medal Ale
Speight’s Summit Ultra
Steinlager Classic
Bottle Beer
Corona
Steinlager Classic
Steinlager Pure
Speights Old Dark
Soda
SML | LRG
Coke
Coke No Sugar
Ginger Ale
Coffee & Tea
SML | LRG
Flat White
Latte
Cappuccino
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Against typical prices in Christchurch
- Fish and chips Typical in Christchurch: $28.00 $19.00
- Chicken burger Typical in Christchurch: $27.00 $29.00
- Margherita pizza Typical in Christchurch: $26.00 $28.00
- Eggs benedict Typical in Christchurch: $25.80 $18.00
- Flat white Typical in Christchurch: $5.55 $5.50
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