Cinque Terre
5.0 17 italian restaurant Ciao! We’re Sonia and Raimondo, an energetic couple hailing from the picturesque Ligurian region of Italy. Our hearts be -43.52642960000001 172.59770759999998?
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Ciao! We’re Sonia and Raimondo, an energetic couple hailing from the picturesque Ligurian region of Italy. Our hearts beat to the rhythm of delicious food.
What to Order
Menu Highlights
Porchetta sandwich
Slow-roasted, whole deboned pork belly and loin, marinated with Italian herbs and served fresh in a sandwich.
Home-made focaccia sandwiches
Focaccia bread sandwiches with seasonal fillings.
Savoury Italian deep-fried pizza
Calzone-style pizza filled to order with a variety of fillings.
Savoury Tiramisù choux buns
Sicilian limoncello cannoli
What People Say
"Best sandwich ever! Lovely service. Well done"
Reviewers consistently praise the authentic Italian flavours and friendly service, particularly highlighting the focaccia sandwiches and deep-fried pizza.
"Had the best fresh focaccia bread pork belly sandwich from the market in west melton today. Had amazing pork crackling, best flavours, juicy meat, easy to eat.. i could go on and on. Best sandwich ever! Lovely service. Well done"
"Went to the market looking for brunch. Purchased the pork belly sandwich which was definitely one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. I’m not Italian but definitely felt authentic vibes lol. Would totally recommend! My fav thing I’ve eaten in Christchurch."
"Recently tried their focaccia bread sandwich at a market in town and my heart sang. Definitely will be seeking them out in the future!"
"OMG! If you like real italian food you don't want to miss out on this! We were so Lucky to find this lovely couple in the market. Their deep-fried pizza is light and tasty and I don't have words to explain how happy the tiramosu-choux bun made me! Thank you Raimondo & Sonia for all the magic!💥"
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