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Tuesday 11:30am - 2:30pm 5pm - 12am Wednesday 11:30am - 2:30pm 5pm - 11pm Thursday 11:30am - 2:30pm 5pm - 12am Friday 11:30am - 2:30pm 5pm - 12am Saturday 5pm - 12am Sunday 5pm - 12am

The Goldfinch

Name: The Goldfinch
Address: 145 Victoria Street, Christchurch, 8013, NZ
Telephone: +6432440464
Rating: 4.7

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Indulge yourself in an unique dining experience in the heart of Christchurch. Come try our contemporary sharing style menu.
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Our drink list showcases the finest local produce while our cocktail list will take you on a flight. ✨

Lunch & Dinner

09/07/2026

Crafted to elevate your evening 🌿

Exceptional dining deserves a matching pour. From crisp, refreshing cocktails to an impeccably curated wine list, we have your perfect pairing waiting at Goldfinch.

Gather your favourite people and join us for an elevated winter feast this week. Link in bio to book.

08/07/2026

Grounded in tradition, elevated for the evening. 🌌

This Matariki weekend, we are opening our doors to celebrate a season of renewal. True to the spirit of the holiday, our kitchen has focused on depth, patience, and bringing people together over exceptional plates.

From our signature slow-braised dishes to perfectly balanced winter pairings, let us host you under the winter stars.

✨ Mānawatia a Matariki. Reserve your evening via the link in our bio before the weekend begins.

06/07/2026

Five courses. Five exceptional wine matches. ✨

A glimpse behind the curtain as we prepare for An Evening of Altitude & Artistry. Step inside Goldfinch for an exclusive winemaker’s dinner celebrating the organic excellence of Central Otago’s Peregrine Wines featuring a bespoke menu of never before seen Goldfinch dishes, each masterfully crafted for one night only.

Tables are filling beautifully. If you’ve been meaning to book your seat, now is the perfect time to secure your presence before the remaining placements are filled. Link in bio to book.

05/07/2026

The art of winter gathering, refined. ✨

At Goldfinch, we focus on making your private event one you’ll never forget. Whether it’s an intimate winter birthday, a milestone anniversary, or a pre-wedding celebration, our warm spaces provide the perfect backdrop this July.

With years of experience, we accommodate groups from 10 to 100, transforming any special occasion into something truly memorable.

Step inside from the cold. Enquire about our event spaces via the link in our bio.

30/06/2026

The finest ingredients are the ones you share it with. ✨

In a world that moves so quickly, an evening spent at the dinner table is our favourite way to slow down. At The Goldfinch, we curate every plate to do more than just taste exceptional, we design them to inspire conversation, shared laughter, and genuine connection.

Step away from the everyday and settle into an evening crafted entirely around the art of being together.

26/06/2026

The ultimate comfort, refined for winter evenings. 🍖✨

Our slow braised New Zealand lamb shank is incredibly tender, served over a rich minted mix beans polenta. Finished with a deeply savoury lamb reduction and fresh chives, it is a beautifully hearty plate crafted to warm you from the inside out.

24/06/2026

An Evening of Altitude & Artistry 🥂✨

Five courses. Five exceptional vintages. This July, step inside Goldfinch for a definitive winemaker’s dinner celebrating the organic excellence of Central Otago’s Peregrine Wines.

Our culinary team has crafted a bespoke winter menu designed to perfectly complement and elevate each premium wine match, bringing crisp mountain altitudes and rich seasonal flavours together in total harmony.

An intimate evening of this nature means tables are incredibly rare and will fill quickly. Secure your presence today to experience world class viticulture and refined cuisine before the final placements are filled.

📅 Tuesday, 21st July | 6:00 PM
💵 $149 per guest
📍 Goldfinch

23/06/2026

A collaboration favourite, reimagined for our winter menu. ✨

We have officially carried The Duck over from our recent winemakers event series. Featuring medium rare Canter Valley duck breast, a smooth parsnip and vanilla purée, rich beetroot and raisin jus, and crispy battered kale, it has quickly become a guest favourite at The Goldfinch.

Experience the dish that everyone has been talking about.

21/06/2026

NEW WINTER DISHES have arrived at Goldfinch. ✨

As the evenings draw in, discover a thoughtful new collection that celebrates the art of the slow braise and cold-weather flavours. From the rich depths of our Twelve-hour Braised Oxtail to the delicate elegance of Eel & Pāua, each plate is a masterclass in culinary artistry.

Experience the new menu tonight. Secure your reservation via the link in our bio.

20/06/2026

The perfect antidote to a crisp June evening. ❄️✨

From the smoky aroma of charred cinnamon to a bright burst of citrus, our winter cocktails are designed to awaken the senses. It is the perfect companion to our new seasonal menu, whether you are starting your evening or lingering over dessert at The Goldfinch.

🥃 Link in bio to book your seat.

Address

145 Victoria Street
Christchurch
8013

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 12am
Wednesday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 11pm
Thursday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 12am
Friday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 12am
Saturday	5pm - 12am
Sunday	5pm - 12am

Telephone

+6432440464

Website

https://www.thegoldfinch.co.nz/

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