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Earl - Christchurch, Christchurch, Canterbury

Earl - Christchurch

4.7
4.7
1712 Reviews
$A40 and under
Modern European

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Innovative
Striking the right cord with its food-centric wine bar, Earl is bringing the welcoming fine casual dining lifestyle to Christchurch.

A friendly all-day venue that’s laid back while still delivering an around-the-clock sense of occasion.

Serving as canvas for produce-driven dishes to offbeat diners geared towards great wine and conversation, synonymous with the flavour, energy and relaxed vibe inspired by the costal European culture, Earl truly captures the essence of the city lifestyle with its buzzy local vibe and being more concerned with doing simple things well than breaking new ground.

The light-filled restaurant with high ceilings and stone bar that wraps around the kitchen, makes it ideal for lingering over fresh seasonal salads, house made pastas & antipasti. With the ability to be both intimate and convivial, Earl is ideal for a group dinner or one-on-one encounters.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    03-365 1147
  • Website
    http://www.earl.co.nz/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    An elegant space that knows its way around a party, Earl offers great versatility for functions. whether you're having a sit-down meal or a casual get together, we can tailor something to suit your needs and budget. Email us direct to speak with our team.
  • Location
    128 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, Canterbury 8011
  • Area
    Christchurch
  • Cross Street
    Manchester & High
  • Parking details
    2 public parking lots on Lichfield Street
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,712 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New Zealand

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Earl in Christchurch offers a "fantastic dining experience," praised for its "amazing food and drinks" and friendly service. The "Eat Like an Earl" menu is a highlight, offering "sensational flavors and variety." Regular pasta nights are a hit, with "great value" and a "buzzy vibe." Despite occasional service hiccups, the restaurant maintains a "lovely ambience" and "delicious dishes," making it a favorite among locals and visitors.

1,712 Reviews

  1. Rochelle

    New Zealand

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff are absolutely amazing and the vibe and energy at Earl is great. We had a grab one voucher, and it was pretty cool getting to try a bunch of smaller servings. They do their best to accommodate tastes and dietary requirements, highly recommend!

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  2. Christine

    New Zealand

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a fantastic meal at Earl. The culinary journey was filled with exciting flavours and a feast for the eyes. The wait staff were attentive and prompt with their service. My only niggle would be the noise level and the parking (I recommend asking Earl ahead of time as to where to park).

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  3. Diana

    New Zealand

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always welcomed. Food is outstanding. Still a great favourite.

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  4. Michael

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great dining experience and we had a wide array of items. The presentation and taste of each were wonderful. The staff were engaging and friendly. I’d eat at Earl again.

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  5. Amie

    New Zealand

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Scallops were excellent, we waited on drinks a lot including water and waitress forgot about my food allergies.

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  6. Molly

    New Zealand

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and excellent service ! An absolute fav

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  7. Lizzy

    New Zealand

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Earl is exceptionally & Tuesday Pasta night can’t be matched.

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  8. Chris

    New Zealand

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, the food was fantastic. We have eaten at Earl a few times and were a little disappointed with how we had to between courses. Hopefully this was just an off night.

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  9. Emma

    New Zealand

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great meal as always. The most amazing food and drinks, every time.

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  10. Jock

    New Zealand

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic dining experience at Earl. Great good, friendly service… what else could you want!

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FAQs

Earl - Christchurch is rated 4.7 stars by 1712 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for Earl - Christchurch

128 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, Canterbury 8011

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Manchester & High
  • Area
    Christchurch
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    2 public parking lots on Lichfield Street
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.earl.co.nz/
  • Phone number
    03-365 1147
  • Private party facilities
    An elegant space that knows its way around a party, Earl offers great versatility for functions. whether you're having a sit-down meal or a casual get together, we can tailor something to suit your needs and budget. Email us direct to speak with our team.
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