MICHELIN

13 July 2026

MICHELIN Guide Christchurch

Discover the 16 Christchurch restaurants recognised by the MICHELIN Guide. From one-star fine dining to hidden gem Bib Gourmands, explore Ōtautahi's world-class food scene.

Sixteen Christchurch restaurants recognised by the MICHELIN Guide

A new wave of Canterbury eateries has earned international recognition from the MICHELIN Guide, putting our incredible local produce, landscape, and craft at the centre of the plate.

From the volcanic slopes of the hills to our rich plains and wild coastlines, meet the chefs and spaces redefining the Ōtautahi Christchurch food story.

Which Christchurch restaurants were awarded One MICHELIN Star?

The pinnacle of precision and flavour. One MICHELIN Star recognises kitchens using top-tier ingredients to prepare consistently exceptional dishes with distinct character—a world-class standard captured beautifully in Ōtautahi by both Inati and Tussock Hill.

Inati's crayfish custard & smoked pickled clams

Inati | One MICHELIN Star

Inati — meaning “to share” in Māori — is an immersive, thematic dining experience in the heart of the city. Guests gather around a striking chef's table to watch seasonally driven, elegant South Island ingredients transformed into masterfully executed share plates.

Tussock Hill | One MICHELIN Star

Perched on the volcanic slopes of the Port Hills, this organic vineyard and cellar door pairs panoramic city views with estate-grown, cool-climate wines. Experience a true grape-to-glass destination just minutes from the CBD, featuring a seasonal, locally sourced dining menu designed to complement every pour.

What Christchurch chef won a MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award in the Special Award category?

Chef Robert Fair (Londo) | MICHELIN Young Chef Award

Celebrating the individuals who shape our region's hospitality culture, this award honours the passion, grit, and exceptional technique of the rising stars within our culinary community. Chef Robert Fair’s inventive work at Londo proves that some of the city's most exciting talent is found in our most intimate neighbourhood spaces.

Which Christchurch restaurants were awarded with a MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand award?

Ten Christchurch restaurants were recognised with a MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand, which recognises restaurants that offer good quality, good value cooking..

Londo

Part intimate wine bar, part neighborhood powerhouse, Londo operates out of a tiny kitchen to deliver punchy, creative small plates sourced from independent South Island producers.

Gatherings

Expect seasonal, mostly organic Canterbury produce treated with quiet care and designed to be shared. Gatherings remains a deeply loved table focused on sustainability and local coastlines.

Earl

Striking the perfect contemporary balance, Earl delivers handmade seasonal pastas, produce-driven sharing plates, and a curated wine list with fine-dining flavour and a relaxed European bistro energy.

The Athens Yacht Club

The epitome of a Greek family restaurant, The Athens Yacht Club delivers a lively, authentic Mediterranean dining experience in the central city, serving up flame-grilled saganaki, slow-cooked Te Mana lamb shoulder, and standout local Canterbury wines.

A'mano

Handcrafted, soulful Italian traditions meet fresh Canterbury provenance. A cosy urban spot celebrated for its vibrant, perfectly executed pastas and local hospitality.

Fire and Slice

Artisanal wood-fired pizza done right. Expect perfectly blistered crusts, high-quality local toppings, and a vibrant, laid-back atmosphere built for casual gatherings near the sea.

D Mackenzie

Odeon

A taste of Andalusia in the central city. Odeon brings dynamic Mediterranean inspiration to the plate, focusing on local Canterbury provenance like Akaroa salmon and Lumina lamb, along with an organic wine list.

ROCA

ROCA delivers contemporary Mediterranean dining with bold Spanish and Middle Eastern accents. The stylish space centers completely around open wood-fire cooking, showcasing standout options like their house-made grilled nduja sausage and premium Canterbury Lumina lamb.

Soul Quarter

Soul Quarter blends New Zealand provenance with distinct Louisiana, French, and Latin American influences. The intimate, candlelit space specialises in vibrant, deeply savoury dishes—such as charcoal-grilled Canterbury lamb rump and fiery garlic-chilli prawns—making it an inner-city favourite.

The Monday Room

The Monday Room is an iconic Christchurch institution celebrated for its luxurious, family-style shared banquets. Focusing entirely on premium local provenance and seasonal Canterbury produce, the kitchen specialises in deeply comforting, contemporary European cuisine — perfectly supported by an exceptional, curated wine library. (Temporarily closed).

Which Christchurch restaurants were MICHELIN Selected?

Expertly curated and highly recommended. These outstanding local establishments caught the eyes of global inspectors (met Michelin's high standards of quality and flavour but sit just outside the Star or Bib Gourmand categories) for their clear culinary identity, consistency, and unique sense of place.

Cellar Door

Tucked inside the historic Christchurch Arts Centre, this award-winning wine bar strips away the pretension of traditional tastings. Enjoy signature comparative wine flights from a world-class list, paired with seasonal, European-influenced plates showcasing local Canterbury provenance.

Miro

Housed in a gorgeous, historic brick building by the Avon River / Ōtākaro, Miro seamlessly fuses daytime brunch indulgence with refined fireside dining, offering creative classics and excellent cocktails.

Bessie

A masterclass in meat and provenance. Bessie sources prime local cuts and utilises an in-house dry-aging room to serve flawlessly prepared steaks in a sophisticated, sleek setting.

Hugo

Bringing a little piece of Paris to the riverside, Hugo is an elegant modern bistro dedicated to classic French à la carte dining. Elevated on the first floor of The Terrace, the kitchen utilises traditional techniques on premium New Zealand ingredients to serve precise, timeless French mainstays.