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Merivale in Christchurch

Things to Do in Merivale, Christchurch

Predominantly residential, with a mix of homes and local amenities. Papanui Road runs along the eastern edge, providing access to shops and restaurants.

Predominantly residential, with a mix of homes and local amenities. Papanui Road runs along the eastern edge, providing access to shops and restaurants.

  • Strawberry FareStrawberry FareDessert Restaurant
  • Aikmans MerivaleAikmans MerivaleBar
  • NOKINOKICafé & Bakery
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Merivale

Where to eat & drink in Merivale

  • Strawberry Fare in Merivale, Christchurch

    Strawberry Fare

    ★ 4.4 · 1.8k
    Dessert Restaurant· NZ$20–80

    Upmarket restaurant with a bright, airy feel emphasizing on local & organic NZ cuisine & desserts.

    Mon–Thu
    8:30 AM – 9 PM
    Fri
    8:30 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    8:30 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    8:30 AM – 9 PM
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  • Aikmans Merivale in Merivale, Christchurch

    Aikmans Merivale

    ★ 4.5 · 996
    Bar· NZ$30–90
    Mon–Wed
    12 PM – 10 PM
    Thu
    12 PM – 11 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 10 PM
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  • NOKI in Merivale, Christchurch

    NOKI

    ★ 4.7 · 283
    Café & Bakery· NZ$20–30
    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 3 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 3:30 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 3:30 PM
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  • six ounces in Merivale, Christchurch

    six ounces

    ★ 4.7 · 218
    Café & Bakery· NZ$10–20
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  • Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar in Merivale, Christchurch

    Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar

    ★ 4.6 · 383
    Wine Bar· NZ$20–70

    A bar offering wine, jazz, and tapas.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Wed
    3 PM – 11 PM
    Thu–Fri
    3 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    3 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    3 PM – 11 PM
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  • Londo in Merivale, Christchurch

    Londo

    ★ 4.8 · 246
    Restaurant

    A restaurant known for innovative cuisine using local produce, offering dishes like roasted fig, pasta, king crab, and a strawberry salad with fresh anchovies.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    Closed
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  • Mama Ree Thai Street Food in Merivale, Christchurch

    Mama Ree Thai Street Food

    ★ 4.6 · 369
    Restaurant· NZ$20–30
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  • Brigittes Merivale in Merivale, Christchurch

    Brigittes Merivale

    ★ 4.5 · 508
    Restaurant· NZ$30–40

    Casual-chic spot with courtyard seating offering coffee & creative cafe fare for lunch & dinner.

    Mon–Fri
    7:30 AM – 3 PM
    Sat
    8:30 AM – 3 PM
    Sun
    8:30 AM – 3 PM
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Map of Merivale with pinned top attractions (1 through 9)
  1. 1Strawberry Fare
  2. 2Aikmans Merivale
  3. 3NOKI
  4. 4six ounces
  5. 5Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar
  6. 6Wallace Cotton Christchurch
  7. 7Londo
  8. 8Mama Ree Thai Street Food
  9. 9Brigittes Merivale

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