Ashburton Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Ashburton

September 5, 2017 Renato Branum

Discover the best restaurant in Ashburton, New Zealand including Indian Minar, Kelly's Cafe & Bar, Reflections Cafe & Catering, The Somerset Grocer, Speights Ale House, Nosh Cafe, Lushingtons Cafe, The Lake House Restaurant and Bar, Staveley Store - Cafe & Sundry Goods, Taste Cafe
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1. Indian Minar

300 East Street, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Delivery Indian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner +64 3-308 1076
Excellent
57%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 75 reviews

Indian Minar

Reviewed By beepea34 - Ashburton, New Zealand

Was really craving Indian and decided hubby and I would have it as it's been a while since we've had it from here. I must say I was a bit disappointed in the flavour. The punch wasn't there. Not as in spicy because we get mild but just the usual flavour punch was missing. Also the lids on both my meals had come off by the time I got home. Luckily only a little bit had leaked out but it could have been much much worse! Staff were very friendly though. Will still eat here again

2. Kelly's Cafe & Bar

234 East Street, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand Outdoor Seating, Seating, Reservations, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol Bar, New Zealand, Cafe, Pub Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner +64 3-308 8811
Excellent
49%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 38 reviews

Kelly's Cafe & Bar

Reviewed By I1238UHbrucem

Popped in for a quick bite and a drink last Friday night. Good menu selection, it's an Irish bar which serves cold Guiness and a good wine selection. Seating is available outside All round a good experience and I will definitely go back

3. Reflections Cafe & Catering

198 East Street, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Waitstaff Cafe, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch 643084732
Excellent
60%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 35 reviews

Reflections Cafe & Catering

Reviewed By Bondpet - Oamaru, New Zealand

I recently had lunch during a busy afternoon period. I ordered the big breakfast and a pot of tea. The tea was delivered promptly and the meal within 10 minutes which was reasonable considering how busy they were.Although busy their was Seating available.
The price was reasonable and I can recommend this cafe to traveller and local alike.

4. The Somerset Grocer

Somerset House | 161 Burnett Street, Ashburton 7740, New Zealand Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Cafe, New Zealand, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Drinks HK$39 - HK$78 +64 3-307 5899
Excellent
48%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 180 reviews

The Somerset Grocer

We love great food and take pride in bringing you the best local and international produce, in a great shop atmosphere. At our Ashburton gourmet grocer you’ll encounter new products and tasty delights with each visit. Browse our shelves for a unique ingredient to bring your next meal to life or chat to our friendly team about the perfect addition to spice up your weekly shopping basket. With gourmet products sourced and selected from throughout New Zealand and beyond, The Somerset Grocer will have something to tempt you

Reviewed By Undcva - Auckland Central, New Zealand

Stopped in here for a quick brekky on way to Timaru on Boxing Day. Not much open but this place looked the most inviting. Beautiful little place with a cafe, deli and grocer but also shelves of gifts and other cool things, as well as...MoreThank you so much for your positive review, we are glad that you enjoyed your experience

5. Speights Ale House

245 Burnett Street, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand Television, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards Bar, Pub, New Zealand, Brew Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$31 - HK$235 +64 27 832 7425
Excellent
42%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
2%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 173 reviews

Speights Ale House

Speight’s Ale Houses have become an intrinsic part of the history of Speight’s. Found within the historic brewery is the original Ale House, opened in 1999. The Speight's Ale House Ashburton breathed new life into the magnificent old bank building when it was transformed into an iconic Speight's Ale House.Enjoy the hearty menu, relaxed ambience and great range of Speight's on tap with your mates every day from 11 am.

Reviewed By DJandR - Wanaka, New Zealand

Dinner for 2. Typical Speights menu but the food was very well prepared and has great flavour. The service was good and the staff helpful

6. Nosh Cafe

415 West Street | Ashfords Village, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Cafe, European, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +64 3-307 0070
Excellent
50%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 145 reviews

Nosh Cafe

Nosh Cafe is a fully licenced cafe. We provide great food, all premise made including cabinet and a full menu. We have Switch espresso organic and fair trade coffee made by our talented baristas. Alfresco dining for those wanting to soak up the Sunshine on a nice day. We pride ourselves on delicious and original meals created by Vicki. We also offer catering to meet your dietary needs.

Reviewed By Ezra710 - Christchurch, New Zealand

Our group enjoyed lunch outside in beautiful surroundings enjoying beautiful food. A choice of menu and cabinet food. Everyone seemed happy with their choice (and some happy to try the choices of others!). Service was friendly but not fast. Good range of tasty dishes. Average prices. Would go again.

7. Lushingtons Cafe

5 Archibald Street | Tinwald, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Takeout Cafe, New Zealand, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +64 3-308 6858
Excellent
53%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 92 reviews

Lushingtons Cafe

Reviewed By Gerald M

We (four of us - two couples) were travelling from Omarama to Murchison - a long, tiring trip on a hot day - when we spotted this Garden Centre cum Cafe. We needed a break and, rather than hazard negotiating Christchurch's roadworks to find an oasis, we turned back and parked at Lushingtons.
This was a good decison. We had a nice brunch and coffee and stretched our legs looking around the large, well-stocked, garden centre afterwards.
I can't claim that we bought anything other than the meal - our luggage for the return trip to the UK would have been inadequate. Nevertheless, I can really recommend this place.

8. The Lake House Restaurant and Bar

10 Huntingdon Avenue | Lake Hood, Ashburton 7774, New Zealand Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards Bar, New Zealand, European, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly Drinks, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Late Night HK$55 - HK$212 +64 3-302 6064
Excellent
38%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
10%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 102 reviews

The Lake House Restaurant and Bar

Reviewed By Catherine K - Ashburton, New Zealand

We went out as a family to celebrate a birthday and wanted to try somewhere new for us. The staff were attentive and polite, the food delicious. Everything was clean and there were great views. I can see this being an excellent place to dine outside when the weather improves.
Do make sure you book before hand.

9. Staveley Store - Cafe & Sundry Goods

2 Burgess Road RD 1 Ashburton 7771, Ashburton 7771, New Zealand Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Highchairs Available Cafe, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +64 3-303 0859
Excellent
65%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 122 reviews

Staveley Store - Cafe & Sundry Goods

Reviewed By waynefmarriott - Christchurch, New Zealand

Lovely place for an exceptional sausage roll. Good coffee and great service. They have a quirky store for shoppers and fabulous outdoor Seating out in the New Zealand country side. Shame about the tip top truck Delivery guy who arrived, parked out front and left the engine running with compressor screaming to spoil the ambience.

10. Taste Cafe

149 Wills Street, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Cafe, New Zealand Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +64 3-307 0307
Excellent
50%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 49 reviews

Taste Cafe

Reviewed By ukkird - Christchurch, New Zealand

Popped in here yesterday on a friend's recommendation after I asked for somewhere where we could get some healthier options than your usual bakery fare. I got a couple of lovely salads and a piece of ginger crunch; he got a sausage roll which got...MoreThanks so much, we are glad you loved our food and the banter ? We have a great team that love to joke with customers!

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