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Riccarton in Christchurch

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.

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.

  • Westfield RiccartonWestfield RiccartonShopping Mall
  • Drexel's Breakfast RestaurantDrexel's Breakfast RestaurantBreakfast
  • Jamaica BlueJamaica BlueCafé & Bakery
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Top things to do in Riccarton

  • Westfield Riccarton in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Westfield Riccarton

    ★ 4.3 · 12.3k
    Shopping Mall

    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 in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Manna Christian Stores

    ★ 4.6 · 149
    Bookstore

    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 in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Drexel's Breakfast Restaurant

    ★ 4.5 · 2.6k
    Breakfast· 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
  • Jamaica Blue in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Jamaica Blue

    ★ 4.6 · 831
    Café & Bakery· 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
  • Burger Station - Christchurch in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Burger Station - Christchurch

    ★ 4.7 · 1.8k
    Burgers· 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
  • Game Over Christchurch in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Game Over Christchurch

    ★ 4.6 · 679
    Bar
  • Volstead Trading Company in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Volstead Trading Company

    ★ 4.6 · 657
    Bar· 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
  • Box Café in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Box Café

    ★ 4.8 · 202
    Café & Bakery· NZ$10–20
    Mon–Fri
    6:30 AM – 3 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
  • Bites and Beans in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Bites and Beans

    ★ 4.9 · 419
    Restaurant· 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 in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Park Ranger

    ★ 4.5 · 767
    Café & Bakery· 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 in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Ceylon Kitchen

    ★ 4.8 · 460
    Sri Lankan· $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 in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Crispy Chicken

    ★ 4.9 · 244
    Chicken· 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
  • The Diversity Restaurant in Riccarton, Christchurch

    The Diversity Restaurant

    ★ 4.7 · 535
    Asian· NZ$20–30
    Mon
    10 AM – 2 PM, 4:30 PM – 8 PM
    Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    10 AM – 2 PM, 4:30 PM – 8 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 2 PM, 4:30 PM – 8 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 2 PM, 4:30 PM – 8 PM
  • Thai Orchid Restaurant in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Thai Orchid Restaurant

    ★ 4.5 · 1.3k
    Thai· 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
  • The Grill House in Riccarton, Christchurch

    The Grill House

    ★ 4.8 · 274
    Restaurant· NZ$20–30
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    11:30 AM – 2 PM, 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Fri
    11:30 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
  • Korea House in Riccarton, Christchurch

    Korea House

    ★ 4.5 · 916
    Korean· $20-30
    Mon–Fri
    11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
    Sun
    5 PM – 9 PM

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Map of Riccarton with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Westfield Riccarton
  2. 2Drexel's Breakfast Restaurant
  3. 3Jamaica Blue
  4. 4Burger Station - Christchurch
  5. 5Game Over Christchurch
  6. 6Volstead Trading Company
  7. 7Box Café
  8. 8Manna Christian Stores
  9. 9Bites and Beans
  10. 10Park Ranger

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