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Fiddlesticks Restaurant & Bar

48 Worcester Street, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
+64 3-365 0533
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Overview
  • Excellent56%
  • Very good33%
  • Average8%
  • Poor2%
  • Terrible1%
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CUISINES
European, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
PRICE
$$ - $$$
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LOCATION
48 Worcester Street, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Great location across from the art gallery and in the center of christchurch. We ate outside and the service was prompt and friendly. food came out fairly quickly and was delicious. a little pricey but we were left feeling pleased since there were good portion...More

Thank MrRei
Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Highly recommend for a delicious meal and social drink. Our go to is a cold one with fried chicken and there fries are to die for! Dined for breakfast, lunch and dinners and have enjoyed all.

Thank Lexiana S
Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Busy night at fiddlesticks, early December for Christmas work do on a hot night. We all had great meals. I started with wakanui brisket croquettes they were delicious. Others at the table had sesame salmon tataki, fried cauliflower but the special of the day was...More

Thank McVicarnz
Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Possibly the best dinner of our 17 day trip. Excellent and friendly service. Food was delicious, with beef and a variety of side dishes was the focus of our dinner. Do try the whitebait frittata (off menu special sometimes available) and the duck fat fried...More

Thank Rich B
Reviewed 1 week ago

I stopped here from the tram headed to the art museum and got lunch. Fish with Polenta & Seaweed fries with some nice pickled veggies and a really lovely salad. A Cappuccino that was great A bit fancier than I was expecting but I enjoyed...More

Thank Jon H
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Staff is very helpful and friendly, quality of the ingredients is very good but the dishes are terribly overpriced! The presentation of the dishes is fantastic, flavours are awesome but in the end it´s not worth the money, sorry!

Thank Simone_P78
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

We randomly stopped in this restaurant while wandering around the town. It turned out to be a great find. The waitress was genuinely friendly and helpful. The food was very well prepared. We tried out the whitebait entree as well as a meat pie ......More

Thank jlg3000
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

My wife and I were walking down the street in central Christchurch late one afternoon and happened upon Fiddlesticks. The setting is attractive and comfortable, we had a good view of the street for people watching. The service was attentive and pleasant and the food...More

Thank Dennis T
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Just dropped in for a coffee and icecream after punting on the Avon. The coffee was the best I’ve had in NZ and the ice cream was so original and delicious. Thank you! The staff were also very welcoming and lovely. Great job Fiddelsticks!

Thank Amylee1922
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Have returned a few times to Fiddlesticks, nice menu, good location just for a drink and excellent service. Good coffee aswell!

Thank Shannon2993
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Restaurant Details

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  • Food
    Service
  • Value
    Atmosphere
Average prices
US$11 - US$28
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours
Restaurant features
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi
Good for
Romantic, Business meetings, Local cuisine, Bar Scene, Special Occasion Dining, Child-friendly, Groups
Open Hours
Sunday
8:30 AM - 2:00 AM
Monday
8:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Friday
8:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 2:00 AM
Location and Contact Information
  • Address: 48 Worcester Street, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
  • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  South Island  >  Canterbury Region  >  Christchurch
  • Phone Number: +64 3-365 0533
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Description
Sophisticated, sociable and relaxed, Fiddlesticks Bar & Restaurant is Christchurch's newest retreat. This distinctive centrally located restaurant and bar provides an inviting atmosphere in which to while away some time. Watch the street side activity while soaking up the ambiance in front of a roaring outdoor fire in our well sheltered courtyard, or join friends in one of the intimate dining spaces.Providing in-season, sensational local fare, the talented kitchen crew offer up a menu of beautifully cooked tasters and intriguing meals. Open from 8am for coffee and pastries, with a full menu served from 11am, or from 9am for brunch on weekends - Fiddlesticks is the perfect place to kick back and unwind in the heart of our city.
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