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The Core Bar & Grill

4.4(512)

About this score

A weighted average across available review sources.

Google 4.7 ★ (194)

TripAdvisor 4.4 ★ (6)

First Table 4.3 ★ (312)

The Core Bar & Grill is Christchurch’s premium casual steakhouse and social bar destination, specialising in expertly cooked steaks and hand-crafted stone-baked pizzas.

gluten-free

What to Order

Eye FilletFeed the beastJuicy LucyRibeye SteakSlow-Cooked Lamb ShoulderStone-Baked Pizzacheesy garlic breadeye fillet steakfishgluten free fried chickenpork belly biteribs

Menu Highlights

Southland Prime Steer Ribeye

Premium ribeye steak cooked to perfection

Canterbury Angus Sirloin

Juicy sirloin steak sourced from Canterbury

Canterbury Prime Eye Fillet

Tender eye fillet steak, expertly cooked

Ribeye on the Bone

Flavourful ribeye served on the bone

Truffle Kumara Purée

Rich and creamy kumara purée with truffle

Rosti Potatoes

Crispy and golden rosti potatoes

Portobello Mushroom

Grilled portobello mushroom, a perfect side

Cocktail of the Day

$10

Special cocktail available during happy hour

Tap Beers

$11

Selection of tap beers available during happy hour

What People Say

"The range of food, flavour and presentation was high class."

Reviewers consistently praise the exceptional food quality and attentive service, making it a great dining experience.

"I ordered the eye fillet steak paired with a Tropical juice. The presentation was great, the staff were very friendly, and the atmosphere was lovely. My only minor comment is that I would’ve appreciated a little more vegetables on the plate."

The Vibe

warm and welcoming fine dining vibe lovely quiet high class families couples groups tourists

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Last reviewed April 2026 · Suggest an edit

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