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The Church Pub
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The Church Pub
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The Church Pub in Christchurch was originally the Trinity Congregational Church, built in 1875 and later damaged in the 2010–2011 HCHC earthquakes. (Click here to see the memorial and temporary cardboard church located just around the corner.) It was restored and converted into a pub, preserving its historic architecture and unique church features. The loud lively music and its stoic, quiet structure, juxtapose one another beautifully in this unique experience.
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Ordered on:
14Nov25
(The place is known for their wood fired pizzas and burgers.
The pizzas especially absolutely delivered!)
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The Good Shepherd NZD29
slow cooked lamb shoulder, confit garlic, fennel, red onion, tzatziki
*Phenomenal. The lamb was so tender and undeniably present in this dish. Would highly recommend especially in the land of sheep.*
Beef & Blue Cheese Smash NZD25
160g patty, american cheese, onion relish, pickles, blue cheese aioli.
*Need more blue cheese, but a overall a strong contender for awesome burgers and will not disappoint.*
Lime & Coconut Raw Fish NZD23
Lime, coconut cream, capsicum, cucumber, scallion, coriander, corn tostada
*They could have gone for more lime though. Really good flavors
and general servings of fish.*
x2 Pints of Beer NZD16 each
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Total fed 3 at NZD126 inclusive of 15%Surcharge due Canterbury Anniversary Day
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Food 4/5
Service 4/5
*They were helpful and giving out samples of beers before selection. Upon requesting for additional sauces, we got their signature bufallo hot sauce as well as aiolis which were fantastic with the fries.*
Ambience 4/5
Value 4/5
If you right-size the orders its a sweet deal. All that choices at NZD30/pax. Especially without the surcharge, to share it's a filling meal for the asking price.Totally unrelated you maybe interested in the fictional consecrated and deconsecrated Continental from the John Wick series found in NYC.
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Ordered on:14Nov25
(The place is known for their wood fired pizzas and burgers.
The pizzas especially absolutely delivered!)
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The Good Shepherd NZD29
slow cooked lamb shoulder, confit garlic, fennel, red onion, tzatziki
*Phenomenal. The lamb was so tender and undeniably present in this dish. Would highly recommend especially in the land of sheep.*
Beef & Blue Cheese Smash NZD25
160g patty, american cheese, onion relish, pickles, blue cheese aioli.
*Need more blue cheese, but a overall a strong contender for awesome burgers and will not disappoint.*
Lime & Coconut Raw Fish NZD23
Lime, coconut cream, capsicum, cucumber, scallion, coriander, corn tostada
*They could have gone for more lime though. Really good flavors
and general servings of fish.*
x2 Pints of Beer NZD16 each
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Total fed 3 at NZD126 inclusive of 15%Surcharge due Canterbury Anniversary Day
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Food 4/5
Service 4/5
*They were helpful and giving out samples of beers before selection. Upon requesting for additional sauces, we got their signature bufallo hot sauce as well as aiolis which were fantastic with the fries.*
Ambience 4/5
Value 4/5
If you right-size the orders its a sweet deal. All that choices at NZD30/pax. Especially without the surcharge, to share it's a filling meal for the asking price.
Click here for the ABBA location of The Church Pub
Grizzly Baked Goods
(Prob not worth the journey out but its just in front of
the big 3, Chemist, Pak'n'Save and Woolsworth.)
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(Prob not worth the journey out but its just in front of
the big 3, Chemist, Pak'n'Save and Woolsworth.)
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Breakfast for coffee and pastries. Recommended orders at Grizzly Baked Goods include their sourdough‑based filled donuts, lemon‑poppy Morning Bun, a variety of artisanal sourdough loaves, and favorites like bear claws (almond based sweet), everything bagels, and double‑chocolate rye cookies.
Ordered On:
15Nov25
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Mocha, Variety of Pastries, Sandwich and Bagels
*The sourdough-based filled donuts were nothing to scream about, however the surprise winner was the Bagels here. Crispy, generous with their cream spread. Amazing stuff. Their coffees too were really nice and delivered good depth of flavors.*
Fed3
Approximately NZD20 each.
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Food 3/5
Service na
Ambience 3/5
Value 3.5/5
15Nov25
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Mocha, Variety of Pastries, Sandwich and Bagels
*The sourdough-based filled donuts were nothing to scream about, however the surprise winner was the Bagels here. Crispy, generous with their cream spread. Amazing stuff. Their coffees too were really nice and delivered good depth of flavors.*
Fed3
Approximately NZD20 each.
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Food 3/5
Service na
Ambience 3/5
Value 3.5/5
Bagels were the bomb as were the coffee. Probably a nice stop-by if heading super marketing after. There are plenty of coffee options located all over city worth checking out to find your flavor pallet profile.
Click here for ABBA location of Grizzly Baked Goods
Bloody Mary's
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Bloody Mary’s is one of Christchurch’s top steakhouses, known for their premium quality and a special-occasion atmosphere. I had planned to check this place out with the family on the lake Tekapo trip earlier this year but to no success. Click here for details on Lake Tekapo & Ski Holiday trip in Christchurch.
Ordered On:
15Nov25
Starters
Charred Maple Bacon NZD14
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*So simple but yet so delicious. Beautiful charring and served with maple syrup over.*
Freshly Baked Good Honest Loaf NZD17
15Nov25
Starters
Charred Maple Bacon NZD14
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*So simple but yet so delicious. Beautiful charring and served with maple syrup over.*
Freshly Baked Good Honest Loaf NZD17
sage & onion loaf w\extra virgin olive oil & confit garlic butter
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*Nothing like fresh bread. Fantastic, crisp on the outside and soft on the inside with strong flavors from the sage.*
1kg Greenstone Creek Dry-Aged OP Prime Rib NZD170
premium grass-fed NZ Beef, slow cooked to medium, truffle mustard rub
*ONLY AVAIL ON FRI & SAT or by Prior arrangement*
Served with
Beef Dripping Fries/Mushroom & Garlic Jus, Cowboy Butter, Cauliflower & Cheese.
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*Great deep flavors. Unfortunately they only serve it medium. It did get a little tougher to chew on later when the meat cooled down. The plus of ordering to share, you get two complementary sides to share.*
Fed 3 Total
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Dinks NZD81
Food NZD52/pax
Food 4/5
Service 4/5
Ambience 3.5/5
Value 3.5/5
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*Nothing like fresh bread. Fantastic, crisp on the outside and soft on the inside with strong flavors from the sage.*
1kg Greenstone Creek Dry-Aged OP Prime Rib NZD170
premium grass-fed NZ Beef, slow cooked to medium, truffle mustard rub
*ONLY AVAIL ON FRI & SAT or by Prior arrangement*
Served with
Beef Dripping Fries/Mushroom & Garlic Jus, Cowboy Butter, Cauliflower & Cheese.
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*Great deep flavors. Unfortunately they only serve it medium. It did get a little tougher to chew on later when the meat cooled down. The plus of ordering to share, you get two complementary sides to share.*
Fed 3 Total
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Dinks NZD81
Food NZD52/pax
Food 4/5
Service 4/5
Ambience 3.5/5
Value 3.5/5
The prime rib roast beef was only available on Fri and Sat only, or on request so we went for that. It was fantastic and was best enjoyed when served hot. It could have been done a medium-rare to be more juicy but the deep dry-aged really came through. Condiments were spot on and service was attentive and immaculate. They were changing plates often and serving the main meal on lovely warmed plates.
A, can-return to if looking for the service, food and ambience. A side plus, it's not too far away located a stone's throw from the Cardboard Cathedral.
Click here for ABBA location of Bloody Mary's
A, can-return to if looking for the service, food and ambience. A side plus, it's not too far away located a stone's throw from the Cardboard Cathedral.
Click here for ABBA location of Bloody Mary's
Rollickin Gelato
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Awesomely highly rated Gelato joint that had long queues throughout that day and opens till late at night! A great way to enjoy strong flavors for the night.
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