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Hours
Sun
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Mon
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thu
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sat
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
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PRICE RANGE
$16.00 – $100.00
CUISINES
European, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
meals, features
Is this restaurant good for brunch?
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Serving seasonal small plates & beautiful drinks for brunch, lunch & dinner in a stunning heritage building.
PRICE RANGE
$16.00 – $100.00
CUISINES
European, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Mastercard, Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.5
19 reviews
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Paul and Deb L
Christchurch9 contributions
May 2023 • couples
Really excited to try this new venue following a very positive article in the local paper. Overall it was a good experience. Food was good and reasonably priced - meatballs, ceviche, beef cheeks and potato rosti plus 2 drinks for a little over $100. So not bad at all. The service was a little too attentive at times - I had to stop my server from running off with my drink twice. However, it was the seating which we found odd. We were put upstairs into a small side room that had another couple in there when we arrived. There was one other table in there which thankfully was empty - it would have only made things more awkward had someone else turned up. As it was there was no room and no atmosphere and no motivation to stick around with maybe a few more drinks once the food was done. If you’re the kind of person who likes things buzzy and with a little more ambience then make sure you request a table downstairs. On our way in and on our way out it looked much more fun. Overall, I’d say put it on your list but don't be too disappointed if you have to wait a while to get in.
Written 29 May 2023
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AnnaS
Richmond29 contributions
May 2024 • friends
Three of us were going to a concert nearby so booked for 5.30pm. We weren't the first there. Menus bought quickly and dining style/specials explained. We chose a number of dishes between us but the zucchini chips and the beef were absolutely divine. As to everything else which was delicious. I was able to try a wine before committing to a glass. My non drinking friend was well served with options and the service was warm and friendly.
My only thought was a background of appropriate music would have elevated the atmosphere.
Written 4 May 2024
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Neil C
Nelson437 contributions
Sept 2023 • couples
My wife & I. We shared the beef cheek hash with poached egg,, Potato Rosti & Pork Belly with apple & broccoli and a delicious Chardonnay. Excellent.
Finished off with an affagato to share also. Friendly personal, attentive service.
Written 9 September 2023
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Liv C
1 contribution
Dec 2023 • family
Christmas eve was big dissapointment… and we all left hungry and pissed off.
Main complaint: it is WAY too expensive for what you get. We spend just shy of $200 for 2 people and were still hungry. The food is okay, but nothing special. The beef plate was just a small piece that was $40(!), $10 more expensive than a normal night. And the size of an entree plate. The cheese cake dessert was the size of a petit fours and $15. We also had a few plates that never arrived to our table even after asking several times.
Then they claim they are all share plates, but they dont come in easy to share presentations. And did not feel inviting to share. It just felt like really expensive small portions of food :(
The waitresses however were great! They were working really hard to get everything sorted and look after everyone.
We used to go to Mama Cod every year in Christmas eve, and I am afraid our tradition is ruined by the change if ownership.. :(
Written 1 January 2024
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James Barkley
13 contributions
May 2023 • couples
As locals we went in to this new bar/eatery. Our experience surpassed our high expectations. The staff were professional yet warm. We had cocktails then wine by the glass. The wine list was interestingly different. The food courses, 4 plus a side, were quite superb. for example, the cauliflower 3 ways seemed to focus the flavour and deliver with different textures and styles. Can't wait to go back.
Written 28 May 2023
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Anna
Wellington6 contributions
May 2023 • couples
The food was absolutely amazing, cool experience unlike anything else in Nelson. Small but amazing plates of different styles all individually tasty. Our favourites were the polpette and the cauliflower. The cocktails were also 10/10!!! Service absolutely exceptional, would go again in a heartbeat!!!!
Written 27 May 2023
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Rick F
Nelson29 contributions
Nov 2024 • couples
We went to Eight Plates for dinner and had a great evening. The location on the main street is fabulous with inside and outside dinning. The food was excellent if a little overpriced for what you get. Service was excellent,attentive with out being there all the time. The menu is limited and intended for sharing. The Salmon starter was fab. Definitely worth a try.
Written 10 December 2024
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Tania Howard
Christchurch74 contributions
May 2024 • friends
Had a fantastic meal at Eight Plates with two friends. None of us had been before so weren't sure what to expect. The waitress was fantastic, filled us in on how the menu worked and fish of the day immediately. It overall was a great dining experience. Not a huge wine list but enough to find something suitable. I'm allergic to a lot... and I didn't even have to bring that up as GF/DF identified easily on the menu. Wish I didn't live so far away... this would become my regular.
Written 3 July 2024
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Ross
5 contributions
Aug 2024 • couples
Class act, fantastic food and service.
Nice and warm on a cold wet evening.
Great decor, very clean.
Limited choice, but more than enough options to satisfy us. Try the chilli cauliflower.
We loved our night here
Ross and Jan
Written 18 August 2024
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Rose S
Summit247 contributions
Feb 2025 • couples
Super small dishes for the price - not worth the money ,but the service was good. But not many people because of the prices I guess . Otherwise nice area outside
Written 8 February 2025
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AliNel01
Nelson107 contributions
Aug 2024 • couples
Thanks to Pete and team for an excellent evening - great food, great service, friendly atmosphere. An anniversary treat.
Written 25 August 2024
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Venture01073985628
1 contribution
Mar 2024 • friends
Ordered 13 plates to share between 6 of us ( two each of 6 choices) all were amazing and the two young ladies that served us were absolutely wonderful - recommend +++++
Written 10 March 2024
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Jeff G
6 contributions
Feb 2024 • couples
Great tapas in a relaxed atmosphere with super friendly staff. What more could you want? Oh, how about an excellent view of the cathedral?
(And the best ladies toilets in New Zealand (apparently)).
Written 11 February 2024
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Maria Julia Ramírez Berho
8 contributions
Aug 2023 • friends
Super flavourful and delicious food, on the rather small size. Beautiful setting and chill environment.
Friendly service.
I really enjoyed the experience and would recommend for a fancy brunch 😊
Written 14 October 2023
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Kate
Nelson42 contributions
Jun 2023 • friends
We had birthday lunch my 3rd visit ! We ordered pretty much everything almost 8 plates (didn’t have dessert) it was ALL Delish and the cocktails were bloody good too ! Will def be back THANKU
Written 26 June 2023
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