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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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Top things to do in Merivale

  • Wallace Cotton Christchurch in Merivale, Christchurch

    Wallace Cotton Christchurch

    Home Goods
    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    9:30 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 4 PM

Where to eat & drink in Merivale

  • Strawberry Fare in Merivale, Christchurch

    Strawberry Fare

    ★ 4.4 · 1.9k
    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
  • Aikmans Merivale in Merivale, Christchurch

    Aikmans Merivale

    ★ 4.5 · 1.0k
    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
  • NOKI in Merivale, Christchurch

    NOKI

    ★ 4.7 · 297
    Café & Bakery· NZ$20–30
    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 3 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 3:30 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar in Merivale, Christchurch

    Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar

    ★ 4.6 · 386
    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
  • six ounces in Merivale, Christchurch

    six ounces

    ★ 4.7 · 219
    Café & Bakery· NZ$10–20
  • Mama Ree Thai Street Food in Merivale, Christchurch

    Mama Ree Thai Street Food

    ★ 4.6 · 368
    Restaurant· NZ$20–30
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    5 PM – 9 PM
    Sat
    5 PM – 9 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Brigittes Merivale in Merivale, Christchurch

    Brigittes Merivale

    ★ 4.5 · 515
    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 8)
  1. 1Strawberry Fare
  2. 2Aikmans Merivale
  3. 3NOKI
  4. 4Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar
  5. 5Wallace Cotton Christchurch
  6. 6six ounces
  7. 7Mama Ree Thai Street Food
  8. 8Brigittes Merivale

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