Things to Do in Riccarton, Christchurch Riccarton is located west of the city center and is separated from it by Hagley Park. The area has a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with Riccarton Mall providing shopping options and local eateries.
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Westfield Riccarton ★ 4.3 · 12.3k
The South Island's oldest (1965) and largest (55,000 m2) mall. 200 stores, including Briscoes, Farmers, Hoyts cinemas, Kmart and Pak'nSave.
Mon–Wed 9 AM – 6 PM
Thu–Fri 9 AM – 9 PM
Sat 9 AM – 6 PM
Sun 10 AM – 6 PM
Manna Christian Stores ★ 4.6 · 146
A Christian store in Canterbury offering Bibles, Christian literature, and gifts for spiritual growth and fellowship.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat 10 AM – 4 PM
Sun Closed Where to eat & drink in Riccarton
Drexel's Breakfast Restaurant ★ 4.5 · 2.6k· NZ$20–30
A bustling restaurant known for its American-style breakfast, offering dishes like pancakes, waffles, omelettes, and hash browns.
Mon–Fri 6:30 AM – 2 PM
Sat 7 AM – 2 PM
Sun 7 AM – 2 PM
Burger Station - Christchurch ★ 4.8 · 2.2k· NZ$20–30
Mon–Tue 11 AM – 12 AM
Wed–Thu 11 AM – 2 AM
Fri 9 AM – 3 AM
Sat 9 AM – 3 AM
Sun 9 AM – 12 AM
Jamaica Blue ★ 4.6 · 818· NZ$10–30
Mon–Wed 8 AM – 6 PM
Thu–Fri 8 AM – 9 PM
Sat 8 AM – 6 PM
Sun 8 AM – 6 PM
Volstead Trading Company ★ 4.6 · 653· NZ$10–40
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 4 PM – 9 PM
Fri 2 PM – 10 PM
Sat 2 PM – 10 PM
Sun 2 PM – 8 PM
Game Over Christchurch ★ 4.6 · 652
Box Café ★ 4.8 · 199· NZ$10–20
Mon–Fri 6:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Bites and Beans ★ 4.9 · 379· NZ$10–20
Mon 11 AM – 1 AM
Tue–Wed 11 AM – 2:30 AM
Thu–Fri 11 AM – 4:30 AM
Sat 11 AM – 5:30 AM
Sun 11 AM – 2:30 AM
Park Ranger ★ 4.5 · 758· NZ$20–30
A cafe in Riccarton offering coffee, all-day brunch, and fresh cabinet food.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 2:30 PM
Sat 8 AM – 2:30 PM
Sun 8 AM – 2:30 PM
Ceylon Kitchen ★ 4.8 · 450· $20-30
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 11 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 9 PM
Sat 11 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 9 PM
Sun Closed
Crispy Chicken ★ 4.9 · 241· NZ$10–20
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 8 PM
Fri 12 PM – 8:30 PM
Sat 12 PM – 8:30 PM
Sun 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Hibachi Restaurant ★ 4.8 · 351
Mon–Tue 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Wed–Fri 11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sun 11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
The Diversity Restaurant ★ 4.7 · 535· NZ$20–30
Mon–Wed 10 AM – 2 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Thu–Fri 10 AM – 2 PM, 4:30 PM – 9 PM
Sat 10 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 8 PM
Sun 10 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 8 PM
Thai Orchid Restaurant ★ 4.5 · 1.3k· NZ$30–40
Mon–Thu 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Fri 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sun 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Hello Vietnam Restaurant ★ 4.5 · 1.1k· $20-30
Unfussy sit-down eatery dishing up pho, vermicelli noodle bowls & other traditional Vietnamese fare.
Mon 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Tue 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Wed–Fri 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sun 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM Planning time in Riccarton?
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