Civil and Naval
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.
2 Best Restaurants in Christchurch and Canterbury, New Zealand
Christchurch has an exciting foodie scene, and many new restaurants, cafés, and bars have opened in recent years. Restaurants are usually open every day; if they do close, it’s either Sunday or Monday. Outside Christchurch, restaurants are more likely to close on Monday and Tuesday and during the winter.
The Waipara Valley is seeing a surge in exotic food production. North Canterbury is now a key producer in the country's fledgling black truffle industry. Locally sourced saffron, hazelnuts, manuka (an indigenous kind of tea tree) honey, olive oil, and ostrich meat are making their way onto area menus.
Rascal
Rascal is a modern bistro in the heart of Christchurch offering innovative food from a constantly changing menu, and exceptional cocktails. Dishes are designed to be shared tapas-style, and they arrive at the table as they are made. The service is casual but attentive, and the space itself offers various seating options along the bar on high tables, traditional seating at the rear of the restaurant and a cozy courtyard for summer evenings.
