Christchurch
restaurant

Pineacres Restaurant & Bar

Listed
740 Main North Road, KaiapoiWebsite+64 3 327 7421
About

About Pineacres Restaurant & Bar

About Pineacres Restaurant & Bar

Pineacres is a long-standing restaurant and bar on Main North Road in Kaiapoi, in the Waimakariri district of North Canterbury. Established in the 1950s, it has become something of an institution for the local community, with a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and a focus on contemporary comfort food.

The bistro menu covers breakfast, weekday lunch, starters, mains and desserts, with dishes such as seafood chowder, braised lamb shank, slow-roasted pork belly and country fried chicken, alongside tap beer and cider. The venue also has a gaming lounge with pokies, a self-service TAB and large screens for sport, and on-site accommodation is available for overnight guests.

Suitability for groups and events

With its established bistro, bar and on-site accommodation just north of Christchurch, Pineacres suits casual group dining, community functions and gatherings tied to travel through North Canterbury. For organisers, its long trading history and accommodation make it a practical stop near the region's touring routes. Confirm group menus and function options directly with the venue.

Sources: pineacresrestaurant.co.nz, visitwaimakariri.co.nz. Researched and written from public sources · 14 Sept 2026.

Capacity

Spaces

1 space

Dining & Functions

restaurant
Listed
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Theatre
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Classroom
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Banquet
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Cabaret
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Cocktail
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Boardroom
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U-Shape
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Hollow Square

Details

Contact

Address
740 Main North Road, Kaiapoi