No. 31

Christchurch & Canterbury


Substantial servings of good-quality, albeit conservative, cuisine are on offer in this pretty wooden cottage. The upmarket ambience befits the prices, though you're also paying for the location, directly opposite the hot springs. Canterbury lamb and venison feature along with craft beer and wine from the nearby Waipara region. Book ahead on weekends.


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