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Earl - Christchurch, Christchurch, Canterbury

Earl - Christchurch

4.7
4.7
1715 Reviews
$40 and under
Modern European

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
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.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $40 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
  • Neighborhood
    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

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What 1,715 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • New Zealand

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Earl in Christchurch is a culinary gem offering exceptional dining experiences with "excellent food" and "great service." The restaurant is renowned for its Tuesday Pasta Night and the "Eat Like an Earl" tasting menu, which showcases varied and exciting flavors. Visitors appreciate the "friendly staff" and vibrant atmosphere.

1,715 Reviews

  1. Gaynor

    New Zealand

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good attentive service and didn’t have to wait long for food which was enjoyed

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  2. Cindy

    VIP

    Denver

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went on pasta night. Fabulous dishes!! Wait staff was terrific. Highly recommend.

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  3. Sam

    New Zealand

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service from booking a table through to desert, excellent food, very enjoyable evening.

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  4. Rochelle

    New Zealand

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    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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  5. Christine

    New Zealand

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    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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  6. Diana

    New Zealand

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    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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  7. Michael

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 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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  8. Molly

    New Zealand

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 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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  9. Amie

    New Zealand

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 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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  10. Lizzy

    New Zealand

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 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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Earl - Christchurch is rated 4.7 stars by 1715 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Earl - Christchurch

128 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, Canterbury 8011

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Manchester & High
  • Neighborhood
    Christchurch
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 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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