50 Bistro, An Award-Winning Christchurch Restaurant
Situated on the ground floor of The George at the junction of Park Terrace and Peterborough Street, 50 Bistro is an award-winning restaurant serving contemporary New Zealand cuisine. Spanning three interconnected rooms, 50 Bistro offers a cosy meeting place, a sunlit conservatory and outdoor dining space, and a stylish indoor ‘neo-bistro’ restaurant. Overlooking Hagley Park, it’s the best restaurant in Christchurch to dine with a view, particularly at sunset.
Under the direction of Executive Chef Ryan McKenzie, the menus showcase fresh local produce, seasonal inspiration, and artistic presentation, with exceptional dishes for every palate.
Breakfast
Begin your day with a flat white as you soak up the calm morning light that filters into our conservatory from Hagley Park. A leisurely breakfast awaits, with fresh seasonal options, traditional cooked breakfast, and an à la carte menu.
Lunch
Whatever your day holds, 50 Bistro is the best restaurant in Christchurch to refuel. Join us for a long, lazy lunch with friends or take advantage of our Nifty Fifty business lunch, with a swift, seasonal menu for those with no time to waste.
High Tea
Served daily from noon to 3 pm, High Tea at The George brings a touch of ceremony to the afternoon. Delicate pastries, fine teas, and a sense of occasion best shared (group bookings available). Bookings can be made directly with our team.
Dinner
As evening draws in, 50 Bistro becomes a setting of warmth and connection. Whether dinner is the main event or you’re booking an early seating ahead of a theatre or concert performance, you can expect dishes that balance creativity and comfort.
Wine & Champagne
Discover a curated selection of wine featuring New Zealand favourites and international labels, selected to pair beautifully with our seasonal menus. From crisp aperitifs to rare vintages, you’ll find a glass worth lingering over.
*Please be aware that all menus serve as indicators only, and items may be subject to seasonal availability.
Private Dining & Special Occasions
From business lunches to intimate celebrations, 50 Bistro offers private dining options that combine award-winning cuisine with discreet, personalised service. Whether a quiet corner for two or a room for a larger gathering, we take care of the finer details, allowing you to immerse yourself in great food and good company.
Restaurant Gift Voucher
A meal at 50 Bistro is a thoughtful gift that guarantees a memorable dining experience. Surprise a friend, colleague, or loved one with a gift voucher that allows them to enjoy our hotel restaurant at their leisure.
– Guennie – November 2023, Cambridge United KingdomWe joined our friends here for dinner. They were staying. We were not. So I can only comment on the bar and restaurant which were both very good. The vegetable soup of the day was delicious and the freshly caught and prepared salmon main was amazing. Service was excellent and there was a nice ambience. Definitely recommend for a special meal.
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