Dine

Enjoy dining at 50 Bistro one of Christchurch's best restaurants.

Breakfast - 50 Bistro

Available from 6:30am until 10.30am Monday to Friday

Available 6.30am until 11am Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays

Lunch - 50 Bistro

Available from 12noon until 3pm Monday to Sunday

High Tea - 50 Bistro

Available from 11am until 3pm Monday to Friday

Available Noon until 3pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Bookings essential

Phone 03 371 0250 or Email

Dinner - 50 Bistro

Dinner available from 5.30pm until 10.00pm Monday to Sunday.

Dine at Dusk available from 5.30pm until 6.30pm, perfect for pre-theatre dinner.

The George is home to one of Christchurch's most iconic restaurants & is regarded by many, as one of the best restaurants in Christchurch.

Executive Chef Antony Page's pursuit of excellence and quality ensures that 50 Bistro is at the forefront of Christchurch's burgeoning dining scene. 50 Bistro offers 'neo-bistro' contemporary New Zealand cuisine.

Please visit 50 Bistro page for more information or to view the current menus.

Please also note all menus are indicative only and are subject to seasonal availability.

Pescatore Update 2 December 2019: Pescatore is now closed for the development of a completely new and exciting concept to be unveiled in 2020.

Pescatore Update 25 November 2019: Pescatore has been awarded two hats in the Cuisine Good Food Awards 2019!

Pescatore Update 11 November 2019: The owners of The George have made the decision that Pescatore will close on 1 December 2019 so that a new signature concept will be developed, scheduled to open around in 2020. Pescatore will continue to be the highly awarded and enjoyed fine dining restaurant until the last meal is served on the evening of 30 November.

50 Bistro

Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner or high tea in our award winning neo-bistro or meet friends for coffee, or colleagues for a social gathering before theatre.

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Valentine's Day at The George

Indulge in a wonderful 8-course shared set menu this Valentine's Day accompanied by a glass of Bollinger Champagne.

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Exciting New Concept Coming Soon

The owners of The George have made the decision to close Pescatore from 1 December 2019 to allow for the development and creation of a new concept. The new concept will be unveiled in 2020 with a likely opening of mid 2020.

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What our patrons say

“Every single staff member we met was spectacular, especially everyone on the front desk and concierge team. We were greeted with genuine smiles each time we walked through the lobby and were consistently given good and sincere information. They made our stay great.”

“Beautiful place, excellent service, comfortable room, not far for the center and excellent assistance with the information. I will recommend all passenger to visit The George.”

“Probably THE hotel in Christchurch. Very professional but still personal service. Perfect location close to Hagley Park and Botanic Garden. Nice rooms, good breakfast, good restaurant, good food at the bar, very helpful and knowledgeable concierge. A place to feel at home immediately.”

“This is the only place you want to stay when visiting Christchurch. Every single person who works here just wants to help you, just ask and it's done. The best staff I've ever come across. Thank you.”