5 Best Bars in Christchurch🥇

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5 Best Bars in Christchurch

Below is a list of the top and leading Bars in Christchurch. To help you find the best Bars located near you in Christchurch, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.

Christchurch’s Best Bars:

The top rated Bars in Christchurch are:

  • Smash Palace – gorgeous gathering place of friends and families
  • The Craft Embassy – home to 30 special craft beers
  • Boo Radley’s Food & Liquor – irresistible cocktail concoctions and wine selections
  • O.G.B Bar & Cocktail Bar – vintage setting highlighted by live music
  • Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar – irresistible combination of bar snacks and beverages

Smash Palace

Smash Palace

Smash Palace can be found within the vicinity of the High Street area of Christchurch, New Zealand. It was previously housed in Victoria Street but was relocated to its current location after the 2011 earthquake. The bar is a family-run and managed business that operates as a lovely gathering place for the community. It was founded mainly to support community relationships. Aside from its splendid collection of beers and spirits they also serve bar snacks. These snacks are prepared fresh daily from the buns, patties, to the chutney, aioli and pickle.

Products/Services:

Bodgie Beer, Tap Beer & Cider, Bottles & Cans, Wine, House Spirits, Non-Alcoholic

LOCATION:

Address: 172 High Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011
Website: www.thesmashpalace.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“When I am travelling through Christchurch, Smash Palace is always my go-to stop for a delicious burger. They also have some really great beers on tap.” –Wesley Ramsey

The Craft Embassy

The Craft Embassy

The Craft Embassy is a bar and restaurant located in Christchurch, New Zealand. The award-winning venue is perched on the first level of The Terrace and is surrounded by entertainment hubs. They specialize in craft beers but also offers exceptional local and international wine selections. The bar has 30 taps of craft beers best enjoyed with their savoury bar snacks. You can enjoy a relaxing moment at its outdoor sitting facing the Avon River while enjoying your favourite craft beer and wines.

Products/Services:

Beer, Wine, Cocktails, Food, Non-Alcoholic Beverage

LOCATION:

Address: Level One, The Terrace, 126 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch 8011
Phone: 
(433) 666-055
Website:
www.craftembassy.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“Discovered this place by chance on a recent trip to Christchurch. A great selection of craft beers, delicious food and great service. A little pricier than our usual haunts but definitely worth it!” –Rebecca Dobbs

Boo Radley’s Food & Liquor

Boo Radley's Food & Liquor

Boo Radley’s Food & Liquor is home to perfectly blended cocktails, local and international craft beers, wines and Bourbon whiskeys. It is a bar that represents the southern-USA bar and restaurant scene but infused with a unique Kiwi flair. They have the biggest selection of Bourbon Whiskey in the country and has an impressive wine list sourced from trusted vendors. The Christchurch-based venue also offers live entertainment 5 times a week and features the fresh produce of local farmers in all its menu.

Products/Services:

Taps, Bottled Beer, Cider, Bubbles, Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Interesting Whites, Pinot Noir, Rose, Bordeaux Varietals, Syrah & Shiraz, Cocktail, Food

LOCATION:

Address: Level 1/98 Victoria Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8013
Phone: 
(433) 669-906
Website:
www.booradleys.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“One of the best dining experiences I have had in a long time. Very satisfied with the food, cocktails and loved the atmosphere and music. Staff were polite and helpful. Also one of the largest selections of spirits I have seen in a restaurant before! We got the chefs choice meal and was pleasantly surprised by some dishes I wouldn’t normally try.” –Matthew Keen

O.G.B Bar & Cocktail Bar

O.G.B Bar & Cocktail Bar

O.G.B Bar & Cocktail Bar is housed in the Cathedral Square of Christchurch, New Zealand where it presents cultural heritage and entertainment. The speakeasy-styled bar has a lovely courtyard that adds a vintage feel to the area. It is combined with traditional hospitality, sumptuous food, best-tasting spirits and live music. The gates open at 3 pm until 1 in the morning from Mondays to Thursdays while from Friday and the rest of the week they start their operation at noon up to 1 am.

Products/Services:

Bar Food, Brunch, Classic Cocktails, House Cocktails, Live Music, Venue Hire

LOCATION:

Address: 30/28 Cathedral Square, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011
Phone: 
(433) 774-336
Website:
www.ogb.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“This bar is amazing from the staff of all nations, the out of this world food and cocktails 🍸 a must to visit in Christchurch.” –Karen and David West

Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar

Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar

Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar features a courtyard illuminated by natural light and provides a space perfect for a relaxing evening. It is one of the garden city’s best bars delivering a laidback lounge scene coupled with irresistible tapas and unmatched cocktail and wine list. They have an impressive wine list and cocktail selection complemented by live music. Local performers captivate the guests every night at their covered courtyard where they play Irish traditional and blues as well as gypsy jazz. Visit them for a relaxing night out with coworkers or a bonding session with friends.

Products/Services:

Food, Wine (Red Wines, Champagne, Rosè, White Wines), Cocktails (Antioxidant Daisy, Gypsy Eyes, Totally Immaculate, A Wee Libation, Bitter Half, Your Mate, Black Manhattan, Paloma, Genie-Ass, Dark & Spicy)

LOCATION:

Address: 4 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch 8014
Phone: 
(433) 558-530
Website:
www.vesuvio.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“You can sit inside or outside here. Outside has lots of greenery, plants etc and at night time you can feel like you are in a different country altogether, almost Mediterranean. Food is very good quality, as is the wine selection. Had a cocktail and it was beautiful. Service is good.” –Suzanne Hamilton