Kim’s Guidebook

Kim
Kim’s Guidebook

Local Eateries

A quick reference guide of some of my favorite places to enjoy a bite in this area Enjoy! :)
$15 Lunches, several choices available, I can recommend the ribs. A different $15 dinner special most nights. I can recommend the $15 steak on Sunday nights Full service family restaurant and bar. Their desserts don't thrill me, but with Coffee Culture just across the road, you're all set!
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Armadillos Beckenham
155 Colombo St
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$15 Lunches, several choices available, I can recommend the ribs. A different $15 dinner special most nights. I can recommend the $15 steak on Sunday nights Full service family restaurant and bar. Their desserts don't thrill me, but with Coffee Culture just across the road, you're all set!
Open from early til late. Coffee of a standard you can rely on. I am particularly fond of their Orange Almond Cakes, Cake of the day, cheese rolls on focaccia, chicken and filo, and their awesome Bagel selection!
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Coffee Culture Beckenham
140 Colombo St
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Open from early til late. Coffee of a standard you can rely on. I am particularly fond of their Orange Almond Cakes, Cake of the day, cheese rolls on focaccia, chicken and filo, and their awesome Bagel selection!
Want a good place to chill on a hot day with a cold beverage? Here it is! A (VERY) quick stroll from here :)
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Moon Under Water
152 Somerfield St
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Want a good place to chill on a hot day with a cold beverage? Here it is! A (VERY) quick stroll from here :)
Asian-fusion with the focus on a difference ethnicity every week! Haven't eaten here yet, but it looks good! Let me know what you think :) xxx
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Commi
145 Colombo St
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Asian-fusion with the focus on a difference ethnicity every week! Haven't eaten here yet, but it looks good! Let me know what you think :) xxx
Great Pizza! All Italian meals, all the time! Excellent service :) xxx
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Formaggio’s Restaurant & Pizzeria
150 Colombo St
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Great Pizza! All Italian meals, all the time! Excellent service :) xxx
Complete with a McCafe and a playground, this local branch is open for in house dining til midnight daily, and 24/7 in the drive through. Kids love it, and great for a quick snack. Also available on the Uber Eats app (delivered to your door for a $7 delivery fee)
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McDonald's
326 Colombo St
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Complete with a McCafe and a playground, this local branch is open for in house dining til midnight daily, and 24/7 in the drive through. Kids love it, and great for a quick snack. Also available on the Uber Eats app (delivered to your door for a $7 delivery fee)
Chicken, Wraps, Salad MMM... I used to be a shift supervisor at this KFC so I may be a little biased, but... It has one of the larger KFC seating areas in Christchurch including an outdoor area. The place has a light airy feel, and free wifi
KFC Colombo St
258 Colombo St
Chicken, Wraps, Salad MMM... I used to be a shift supervisor at this KFC so I may be a little biased, but... It has one of the larger KFC seating areas in Christchurch including an outdoor area. The place has a light airy feel, and free wifi
A range of chinese and ethnic options, plus fish and chips etc.
Jumbo Food Centre
252 Colombo St
A range of chinese and ethnic options, plus fish and chips etc.
Self explanatory!
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Zaffron - Thai and Vietnamese Restaurant
147 Colombo Street
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Self explanatory!
Self Explanatory!
sushi express
140 Colombo St
Self Explanatory!
OMG! This is delicious! This picture shows a lamb shoulder and buttery rosemary potatoes. You can buy this for around $50 which will serve 3-4, or one person for four meals :) Or you can buy individual portions. Slow roasting during the day, just walk in and take it home! Mint Jelly and I'm done!
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Pedro's House of Lamb
17 Papanui Rd
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OMG! This is delicious! This picture shows a lamb shoulder and buttery rosemary potatoes. You can buy this for around $50 which will serve 3-4, or one person for four meals :) Or you can buy individual portions. Slow roasting during the day, just walk in and take it home! Mint Jelly and I'm done!
Pizza (obviously), but its the sides that get me: Corn Nuggets Chicken Tenders Garlic Bread And they do a mean lamb shank and mashed potatoes (one of the best in town) Also available for home delivery ($&) direct to your door on the Uber Eats app :)
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HELL Pizza
303 Colombo St
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Pizza (obviously), but its the sides that get me: Corn Nuggets Chicken Tenders Garlic Bread And they do a mean lamb shank and mashed potatoes (one of the best in town) Also available for home delivery ($&) direct to your door on the Uber Eats app :)
A more upmarket burger :)
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BurgerFuel Sydenham
290 Colombo St
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A more upmarket burger :)

Eating Experience

Note worthy Eateries
Salad and breakfast layered in jars White lamingtons with berry couli syringes Sliders served direct to yoru table through pneumatic delivery tubes, sliding bookcases, manga wall art, soda water from a singer treadle sewing machine, match box teas, audio harry potter books in the lavatories, eco basins... Too many idiosyncrasies to mention! They set out to be different - mission accomplished
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C1 Espresso
185 High St
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Salad and breakfast layered in jars White lamingtons with berry couli syringes Sliders served direct to yoru table through pneumatic delivery tubes, sliding bookcases, manga wall art, soda water from a singer treadle sewing machine, match box teas, audio harry potter books in the lavatories, eco basins... Too many idiosyncrasies to mention! They set out to be different - mission accomplished
Where to start! Eight different local and family-run businesses inside marketplace with plenty of shared seating. A great (packed) place to head for atmosphere and a huge variety of eateries all in one place. Caribe Latin Kitchen: vibrant, colourful menu with flavour and Latin American flare - Margaritas anyone? ​El Fogón: chargrilled barbecue meats inspired by the big and bold tastes of Venezuela. BASE Woodfired Pizza: pizza the way it's meant to be, topped with locally sourced ingredients Noodlemonk: soulful, flavoursome Thai street food with a variety of Asian beer and local wine Little Social: freshly roasted, local coffee from Supreme & a dreamy offering of sweets, & beer, wine, cocktails Bacon Brothers: breakfast, lunch, and dinner Burger Bar featuring bacon, more bacon and an extra side of happiness ​Sushi Soldier: the city's coolest modern Japanese restaurant and bar featuring ​Ramen, Donburi, Waffle and Ice Creams Eightgrains: boutique Chinese food featuring hand made dumplings, bao, dim sum; also traditional sichuan and taiwanese classics.
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Little High Eatery
255 St Asaph St
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Where to start! Eight different local and family-run businesses inside marketplace with plenty of shared seating. A great (packed) place to head for atmosphere and a huge variety of eateries all in one place. Caribe Latin Kitchen: vibrant, colourful menu with flavour and Latin American flare - Margaritas anyone? ​El Fogón: chargrilled barbecue meats inspired by the big and bold tastes of Venezuela. BASE Woodfired Pizza: pizza the way it's meant to be, topped with locally sourced ingredients Noodlemonk: soulful, flavoursome Thai street food with a variety of Asian beer and local wine Little Social: freshly roasted, local coffee from Supreme & a dreamy offering of sweets, & beer, wine, cocktails Bacon Brothers: breakfast, lunch, and dinner Burger Bar featuring bacon, more bacon and an extra side of happiness ​Sushi Soldier: the city's coolest modern Japanese restaurant and bar featuring ​Ramen, Donburi, Waffle and Ice Creams Eightgrains: boutique Chinese food featuring hand made dumplings, bao, dim sum; also traditional sichuan and taiwanese classics.
Authentic family run Greek, right down to the dancing and plate smashing!
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Costas Taverna Greek Restaurant and Ouzo Bar
478 Cranford St
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Authentic family run Greek, right down to the dancing and plate smashing!
Vegetarian Friendly :) Delicious!
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Under The Red Verandah
29 Tancred St
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Vegetarian Friendly :) Delicious!
Vegetarian Spiritual :) xxx
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The Lotus-Heart vegetarian restaurant
363 St Asaph St
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Vegetarian Spiritual :) xxx
They do breakfast, and breakfast only and they do it well! Drexel's are famous for their american style hash browns, large portions, and fluffy pancakes made with their hand mixed batter. So popular and delicious, you may have to book!
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Drexels
Rotherham Street
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They do breakfast, and breakfast only and they do it well! Drexel's are famous for their american style hash browns, large portions, and fluffy pancakes made with their hand mixed batter. So popular and delicious, you may have to book!
HUGE, HUGE, HUGE Meals! Befitting of the Lone Star State Atmosphere is early Boys Annual, Country and Western, and 60's and 70's music Intimate Great Value for money SUPERB FOOD!
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Lone Star Cafe & Bar
26 Manchester St
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HUGE, HUGE, HUGE Meals! Befitting of the Lone Star State Atmosphere is early Boys Annual, Country and Western, and 60's and 70's music Intimate Great Value for money SUPERB FOOD!
Italian at its best Not only is the food fantastic... I'm a huge fan of their aged ribeye with field mushrooms, or their Petit de pollo (chicken with mustard sauce). However, they are award winning for their pasta - made on premise, and their Italian pizza cooked in their open-to-view pizza wood fire oven. Yum yum yum! There are also know for.... The Bicycletta A traditional Italian countryside cocktail, named for its ability to create unsteady bike riding for all who drink it on their way home after work!
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Cafe Valentino
168 St Asaph St
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Italian at its best Not only is the food fantastic... I'm a huge fan of their aged ribeye with field mushrooms, or their Petit de pollo (chicken with mustard sauce). However, they are award winning for their pasta - made on premise, and their Italian pizza cooked in their open-to-view pizza wood fire oven. Yum yum yum! There are also know for.... The Bicycletta A traditional Italian countryside cocktail, named for its ability to create unsteady bike riding for all who drink it on their way home after work!

Adventure in and around Christchurch

Action Jackson!
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Christchurch Adventure Park
225 Worsleys Road
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Adrenalin Forest Christchurch
110 Heyders Rd
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Antigua Boatsheds Canoe Hire
2 Cambridge Terrace
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Adventure Trail Rides
Otarama Road
Velocity Karts
opposite 499 Pages Rd
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Alpine Ice Sports Centre
495 Brougham St
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Alpine Jet Thrills Limited - Braided Shallows
1 Main N Rd
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Ballooning Canterbury
2136 Bealey Rd
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It was phenomenal to swim alongside the dolphins! Such magical creatures and so in tune with their environment Much care is taken to ensure we care for them and their environment. To that end, you are not allowed in the water if the pod has birthed recently, nor to use any widlife tricks to encourage them to come to you, or to touch them. That said, dolphins are so friendly and inquisitive, they will find you, and appear to be more than happy to brush up against you - cheeky! I highly recommend this experience! Love Kim :) xxx
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Swimming with Dolphins
Main Wharf
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It was phenomenal to swim alongside the dolphins! Such magical creatures and so in tune with their environment Much care is taken to ensure we care for them and their environment. To that end, you are not allowed in the water if the pod has birthed recently, nor to use any widlife tricks to encourage them to come to you, or to touch them. That said, dolphins are so friendly and inquisitive, they will find you, and appear to be more than happy to brush up against you - cheeky! I highly recommend this experience! Love Kim :) xxx
Great for Zip Line, Chair lift, Mountain Biking, Walking Trails, Sight-seeing, Holiday Programmes, Lessons and Coaching, Functions and more... https://christchurchadventurepark.com
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Christchurch Adventure Park
225 Worsleys Road
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Great for Zip Line, Chair lift, Mountain Biking, Walking Trails, Sight-seeing, Holiday Programmes, Lessons and Coaching, Functions and more... https://christchurchadventurepark.com
Sandy Beach, a little windy sometimes which is great for cooling off on a hot day. You will often find large kite days held here. I recommend a walk along the pier - a great place for sight-seeing, walking, and fishing. Get into the ocean here and cleanse your aura, or just cool off from the summer heat. A beautiful local spot. I'd like to say unique, but NZ is nothing but coastline! Each piece different, but all beautiful - from one end of the country to the other! Love Kim xxx
New Brighton Beach
Sandy Beach, a little windy sometimes which is great for cooling off on a hot day. You will often find large kite days held here. I recommend a walk along the pier - a great place for sight-seeing, walking, and fishing. Get into the ocean here and cleanse your aura, or just cool off from the summer heat. A beautiful local spot. I'd like to say unique, but NZ is nothing but coastline! Each piece different, but all beautiful - from one end of the country to the other! Love Kim xxx

Local Culture

Get to know us :)
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Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Rolleston Avenue
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Canterbury Museum
66 Rolleston Ave
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Soutelointia Avon-joella
2 Cambridge Terrace
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Ferrymead Heritage Park
50 Ferrymead Park Dr
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Quake City
299 Durham St N
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Margaret Mahy Playground
Armagh Street
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Sumner Pharmacy
17 Wakefield Ave
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International Antarctic Centre
38 Orchard Rd
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Orana Wildlife Park
793 McLeans Island Rd
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Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
60 Hussey Rd
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Tramway Lane
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Christchurchin taidemuseo (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)
312 Montreal St
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Air Force Museum of New Zealand
45 Harvard Ave
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New Brighton Pier
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Isaac Theatre Royal
145 Gloucester St
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Christchurch Transitional Cathedral
234 Hereford St
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Memorial Wall Christchurch
68 Oxford Terrace
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Christchurchin taidemuseo (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)
312 Montreal St
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As an artist, I have exhibited here many times. Liz and the team (mainly local and volunteer), organise fantastic exhibits throughout the year. They also hold really affordable art classes and events in this community art hub. Love this space!
Linwood Arts & Eastside Gallery
388 Worcester St
As an artist, I have exhibited here many times. Liz and the team (mainly local and volunteer), organise fantastic exhibits throughout the year. They also hold really affordable art classes and events in this community art hub. Love this space!

Entertainment & Night Life

Things to see and do :)
SOUNDS LIKE SPIRIT Psychic Development Circle Every Tuesday night from 7-9pm Held at "ETHOS" - the studio opposite Belle Rose Cottage (We have been know to run much later, including field trips, coffee at local cafes, heading to the beach for a night time aura cleanse etc). If you're game - so am I! A new topic is covered every week. So far this year we have explored: Crystal Healings Three Card Oracle Layouts Chakra Balancing Colour Readings Using iCal and Google Calenders for balance Protection, avoiding negativity (yours and others), and how to raise a vibration... And much more! More details can be found on my FB page SOUNDS LIKE SPIRIT, and on Meetup See you Tuesday! Love Kim xxx 027 424 6189
19 Strickland St
19 Strickland Street
SOUNDS LIKE SPIRIT Psychic Development Circle Every Tuesday night from 7-9pm Held at "ETHOS" - the studio opposite Belle Rose Cottage (We have been know to run much later, including field trips, coffee at local cafes, heading to the beach for a night time aura cleanse etc). If you're game - so am I! A new topic is covered every week. So far this year we have explored: Crystal Healings Three Card Oracle Layouts Chakra Balancing Colour Readings Using iCal and Google Calenders for balance Protection, avoiding negativity (yours and others), and how to raise a vibration... And much more! More details can be found on my FB page SOUNDS LIKE SPIRIT, and on Meetup See you Tuesday! Love Kim xxx 027 424 6189
True, it is upstairs and a bit of a climb, but the differing bar areas, and the live music make it all worthwhile :)
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Fat Eddie's
76 Hereford St
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True, it is upstairs and a bit of a climb, but the differing bar areas, and the live music make it all worthwhile :)
Good food, and drinks. Even music occasionally! Also good for private functions
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Protocol
2 Colombo St
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Good food, and drinks. Even music occasionally! Also good for private functions
Sure, it has entertainment on a regular basis and you can grab a brew - but it's the meals you really need to see: Large, well thought out, well presented, delicious. The steaks are great, but the pork belly... is huge! Way more than your standard pub grub - a taste experience! A Great place for watching Rugby on the big screen Also known to host a Quiz Night or two :) xxx
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Bailies Bar and Restaurant
1066 Colombo St
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Sure, it has entertainment on a regular basis and you can grab a brew - but it's the meals you really need to see: Large, well thought out, well presented, delicious. The steaks are great, but the pork belly... is huge! Way more than your standard pub grub - a taste experience! A Great place for watching Rugby on the big screen Also known to host a Quiz Night or two :) xxx
Burgers, Beers, Bikes Burgers with components made mostly on site Thursday Bike Nights are a must for anyone mechanically inclined A great beer with local mates
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Smash Palace
172 High St
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Burgers, Beers, Bikes Burgers with components made mostly on site Thursday Bike Nights are a must for anyone mechanically inclined A great beer with local mates
Speakeasy An establishment born from a time when prohibition was in force and selling alcoholic beverages was fraught with danger. Small, intimate, great atmosphere, accommodating staff who make your drink and experience as you witness it in the making
The Poplar Social Club
6 Poplar Street
Speakeasy An establishment born from a time when prohibition was in force and selling alcoholic beverages was fraught with danger. Small, intimate, great atmosphere, accommodating staff who make your drink and experience as you witness it in the making
Irish Bar The food is average, but the Guinness is superb. Known for events; Quiz nights Themed Party Nights Live music
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The Bog
50 Victoria St
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Irish Bar The food is average, but the Guinness is superb. Known for events; Quiz nights Themed Party Nights Live music
Lots of difference Bars and Eateries Quiz nights Entertainment in the Valley Bar And all the things you'd expect from a Casino
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Christchurch Casino
30 Victoria St
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Lots of difference Bars and Eateries Quiz nights Entertainment in the Valley Bar And all the things you'd expect from a Casino
An American Institution. Family Restaurant Open late most nights Opening 24 hours in the weekend
Denny's
382 Moorhouse Ave
An American Institution. Family Restaurant Open late most nights Opening 24 hours in the weekend

Shopping

A quick guide to local Malls
Medium sized Mall Anchored by The Warehouse, with a branch of The Warehouse Stationery adjacent the car park Food court, all the usual, pharmacies, clothing, gaming etc A small children's playground
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South City Shopping Centre
555 Colombo St
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Medium sized Mall Anchored by The Warehouse, with a branch of The Warehouse Stationery adjacent the car park Food court, all the usual, pharmacies, clothing, gaming etc A small children's playground
Medium sized Mall
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Barrington Mall station
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Medium sized Mall
Larger Mall Anchored by shopping giant K-Mart More child friendly downstairs, Smiggle, lolly shop, the usual suspects in the food court etc A little more upmarket upstairs including a quieter food court, more designer clothing and home wares. Hoyts also have a Cinema located here
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Westfield Riccarton
129 Riccarton Rd
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Larger Mall Anchored by shopping giant K-Mart More child friendly downstairs, Smiggle, lolly shop, the usual suspects in the food court etc A little more upmarket upstairs including a quieter food court, more designer clothing and home wares. Hoyts also have a Cinema located here
Up market food and clothing Anchored by Spotlight home wares store Also contains a boutique Cinema and many eateries on the periphery: Torenhoff Belgian Beer Cafe, Hello Sunday, 5th Street,Burgers and Beers and more...
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The Colombo
363 Colombo St
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Up market food and clothing Anchored by Spotlight home wares store Also contains a boutique Cinema and many eateries on the periphery: Torenhoff Belgian Beer Cafe, Hello Sunday, 5th Street,Burgers and Beers and more...
Sprawling Mall. Anchored by Bunnings, Postie Plus, EziBuy and No. 1 Shoes
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Tower Junction
Whiteleigh Avenue
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Sprawling Mall. Anchored by Bunnings, Postie Plus, EziBuy and No. 1 Shoes

Sightseeing

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Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Rolleston Avenue
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