A fantastic cafe in the cutest part of town. We were a little skeptical when we saw the place, but…read morewe were drawn to check it out and glad we did. It definitely caters to a more health conscious, free spirited crowd, so it was a nice change of pace. I started off with a beetroot latte which was surprisingly very good. Since the menu had so many great looking options, plus there is some prepared food by the counter, we opted to try a few smaller dishes and share. All were delicious and healthy! I appreciate when food has a unique twist to make it different than expected and that was key to making this place stand out for me. Also, the artwork around the cafe was a complimentary addition to make you enjoy your time there.

Nice wee cafe hide-out in Lyttelton. Wasn't quite exceptional food, but the staff were friendly and…read morethe coffee was fresh along with a smoothie.

I was pleasantly surprised at how affordable this place is despite located at a touristy place at…read morethe top of the Christchurch gondola. Most of the lunch menus were $18.50. Despite this, it was delicious and would match restaurants in downtown. We ordered the seafood platter for 2. The serving was plenty for two people and it comes with some salad greens despite not being listed in the menu. A table beside us ordered fish and chips and that also came with some salad greens. They also commented on how affordable the food was. The restaurant also had self-serve glass of water on the far right of the counter, which was a very nice gesture for those who don't want to order coffee or tea to go with their food.

At the Red Rock Cafe, I found surprisingly good food at the top of the Christchurch Gondola. There…read morewas good variety to the menu, and very good flavor to the dishes. (I was surprised by the quality as I expected the more bland food often found at locations where tourists have basically no other options.) It was pricey for lunch -- checking the boxes of both tourist spot and in New Zealand -- but really enjoyable. The staff was friendly and efficient. While you eat, there are pretty views through the windows that wrap around you on three sides.

Great food, service was excellent for a very busy day and it was a fun lively bar/restaurantread more

Amazing beer and mouth watering food As soon as you enter…read moreyou are greeted with a kind smile and a warm welcome

Best cafe experience I've ever had. The guy behind the counter was super friendly without being…read morecreepy and the waiter was hilarious entertainment while joking with all the tables he was serving. I ordered a peice of Spanish omelete for $9 which came out 50% bigger than I assumed it would (a slice and a half) as well as a side of greens. It was warmed to perfection and came out just after my coconut milk latte. The coffee was strong and tasty. Heaps of tables inside and outside, good for families or a solo traveler, like me. Everything was perfect!

Great coffee, delicious slices and ultra friendly and helpful staff. Called in to pick up some…read morecoffee for visiting family and was greeted by ultra friendly staff who pointed out the top selling slices etc, they were amazing!! Especially the Lemon Slice

Good coffee and food. Nice venue sitting in the sun and admiring view out over Christchurch…read more muffins could sacrifice some of the size for better ingredients. The berry muffin I had was huge and ok, but had no actual berries in it. Staff are young and friendly but could do with more training.

This is a great cafe to meet friends for a catch up. Although it's popular and busy, I didn't get…read morethe sense we were being hurried along. The cafe is at the foot of the Cashmere Hill so the view is lovely across Christchurch. There is parking in nearby streets, but do watch out for the traffic as you cross the road on the busy corner. The food range is good - there is something for everyone and it doesn't take too long to come. My companions and I enjoyed the berry crumble, fruit salad and lime tart. The coffee is great. I'd be very happy to return thank you.

very cute shop with good coffee (tiramisu latte) and innovative meals (beef cheek hash + Black…read moreForest oats). Turkish eggs for me were a little bland but crispy chickpeas were the best part of the dish- worth it. service was good and food came out timely :) a little empty this morning but lively nonetheless! overall pretty decent breakfast!

This is mostly to confirm the previous reviews were on point as the last review was a while ago…read more Make reservations if you can. We didn't and were seated quickly, but I noticed our table was reserved after us. The food and service were great.

Leading in to my last night in New Zealand, I had a drive from Dunedin to Christchurch... and I…read morefound SHE Universe on Google Maps. While it was a bit of a side trip being in Governor's Bay, I figured I could use the break and grab something to eat so I planned the stop. ...and I am so happy I did. It was a weird off-the-main-path route coming from Dunedin - the roads weren't as busy so I did question where exactly I was headed. There were some pretty windy / steep roads as well just FYI. Once I got there, parking was a bit weird - they have only 2 spots and the rest is street parking. The staff was really friendly and helped me get a table + order as being solo made it a little awkward to do both simultaneously. I had a stacked smoked salmon salad on homemade stout bread, along with a glass of white wine (I forget what kind), and a sesame chocolate. I sat outside at the corner table enjoying the view of the bay... they delivered my wine and chocolate together (I felt like my Eat Pray Love journey was just too obvious at this point) and both were delicious. I'm not the biggest fan of smoked salmon - I tend to think the smoke flavor is usually too much. But this salad + smoked salmon was perfect. Everything balanced really well together and it was PLENTY of food, I could not finish it... (but I finished the chocolate, duh). As it is a bit off of the main path, I'm not sure I would return... but I DO NOT REGRET my visit! You'll thank yourself for making the stop - do it! :D

Based on a local's recommendation, I stopped at She Chocolat while visiting the beautiful…read moreGovernor's Bay. It was great stop!! I got to taste some amazing homemade, artisan chocolate, get some gifts to bring home, and enjoy the most wonderful hot chocolate EVER! The hot chocolate was made with care and a personal touch. The location is worth the stop on it's own. It has an amazing view over the water, and a beautiful Zen garden in the back.

Amazing vegan choices, great atmosphere and friendly staff. A must for those who want unique plant…read morebased options without breaking the bank!

What a lovely place to visit and dine! The food is excellent and it's definitely worth going in!…read more Yes - it's fully vegan, but keep your mind open and enjoy trying something new and rest easy knowing you're doing you're body good! If you're vegan or vegetarian it's novel and frankly amazing to be able to order anything with no worries. The food itself is very nice, truly enjoyed the sausage roll and the others enjoyed a pinwheel and the dumplings. They're a great proxy for the 'original' items too - if you're concerned about that sort of thing!