2 Best Restaurants in Lyttelton, Christchurch and Canterbury

This cozy haunt is packed with locals who come for the tasty tapas-style food, produced in a tiny kitchen, and the excellent cocktails. There's an eclectic selection of international and New Zealand wines, spirits, and craft beers.

Well-known for its excellent coffee available in many Christchurch cafés, this is the home of the legendary roastery and plenty of hearty fare to match. Great service and an arty atmosphere mean this heritage building is buzzing from early morning until late afternoon every day. They won't serve drinks in single-use takeaway cups, so if you're in a rush, be prepared to bring your own, or dine in.