District Bar & Kitchen
District Bar & Kitchen offers a welcoming space to eat and drink in the heart of The Exchange. Enjoy a casual lunch, a family dinner, or a night out with friends, you can expect flavourful dishes, quality beverages and friendly service every time.
Mana & Meeples
Timaru’s board game cafe with over 250 games to explore. Grab great food and drinks delivered straight to your table while you play, whether you’re there for a quick match or an all-day adventure. Tell the friendly staff your group size, how long you’ve got and the kind of vibe you’re after and the team will recommend the perfect game and teach you how to play. Access to the game library: $5 for 2 hours or $10 all day.
The Hydro Bar
The Hydro Bar is a lively spot in Timaru, known for its relaxed atmosphere, great drinks, and welcoming vibe. It’s a popular place to catch up with friends and enjoy a cold drink and some great food outdoors.
The Bunker Pub
The Bunker is a beautifully refurbished, quirky hotel bar that serves the coldest beer around… from one of the oldest pubs! Small country pub vibes, live music on Fridays and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Timaru Artisan Farmers Market
A local favourite, the Timaru Artisan Farmers Market happens every Saturday morning 9am to 12.30pm rain or shine at Heritage Place. Check out the fresh, local and seasonal produce, artisan crafts and delicious hot food and drink.
Kebizza
Kebizza offers authentic Turkish cuisine in Timaru. Mouthwatering kebabs wrapped in soft, freshly made bread, and flavorful, juicy meat on chips.
Istanbul Turkish Kebabs
Instanbul Turkish Kebabs Timaru serves authentic Turkish kebabs, fresh salads and flavourful Mediterranean dishes in the heart of Timaru.
Noodle Canteen
Noodle Canteen serves a mix of Asian Cuisine rice dishes, soup noodles and wok tossed noodles.
Ship Hop Brewing
Timaru’s only microbrewery, where beers are handcrafted on-site in the historic Turnbull Building on Strathallan Street. The range includes lagers, pale ales, IPAs, and pilsners.
Tandoori King
When it comes to delicious Indian eats in Timaru, this eatery is king. With a huge range of chicken, lamb and vegetarian curries and so much more.
Cafe at the Complex
Pride is taken in serving great coffee, great food and providing excellent service. The cabinet is filled with classic options everyone loves.
Sushiteria
Sushiteria Timaru is a self-serve sushi spot offering freshly made rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and authentic Japanese snacks.
Curbside Toastie
Treat yourself to mouthwatering gourmet toasties, housemade bagels, sandwiches, coffee, shakes and cookies.
What the Cup
Korean Barbecue in a cup! The team at What the cup deliver fast flavoursome food everytime.
Pareora Takeaway and Grocery Shop
Pareora Takeaway and Grocery Shop is Pareora’s only food outlet, serving fresh kiwi style fish and chips, along with stocking many grocery items.
Timaru Roast
Serving up delicious kiwi roast meals, burgers, sides, sandwiches and rolls. Located on Stafford Street, serving takeaway and dine in roast meals.
Golden Palace Chinese Restaurant
Golden Palace Chinese Restaurant offers à la carte dining and smorgasbord options, as well as takeaway. Located above a service station on Timaru’s Evans Street, it’s a hidden gem in an unexpected spot.
Columbus Coffee
Smooth coffee and delicious drinks as well as Columbus classics from cooked breakfasts to hearty lunches, freshly prepared by the chefs.
Columbus Coffee at Mitre 10 Mega
Smooth coffee and delicious drinks as well as Columbus classics from cooked breakfasts to hearty lunches, freshly prepared by the chefs. Located in Mitre 10 Mega, Timaru.
The Grindhouse Cafe
Relax and unwind from the daily grind with the some of the best coffee, food and service in town.
Urban Cafe Soul Food
Whether it’s a morning coffee, a relaxing brunch or lunch, or a sweet treat, a wide selection of beautiful food and beverages is available. Conveniently situated next to The Warehouse on Heaton Street.
The Village Cafe
Located in the Highfield Mall, The Village Cafe offers a relaxing environment in which you can sit, enjoy time out or meet up with friends. It provides a delicious range of food options, savoury or sweet, gluten free and vegetarian, something for everyone.
Arthur St Kitchen
According to Lonely Planet it’s Timaru’s funkiest eatery! Arthur St Kitchen has created the perfect relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy breakfast or lunch. Seating is available either inside the cafe in one of the three spacious rooms, or outside in the sunny courtyard.
JB’s Cafe Ballantynes Timaru
Situated upstairs in Timaru’s Ballantynes department store, JB’s Cafe offers a selection of freshly made scones, salads, sandwiches and pizza followed by delicious muffins, cakes and slices.
Coffee Culture
On the corner of Stafford and Canon Streets is a beautiful cafe with super friendly service, delicious food and fantastic coffee.
Black & White Coffee Cartel
Offering a wide range of Western style cafe food, there are plenty of delicious options available from their menu as well as in the cabinet.
RE Burger
RE Burger Timaru serves up the best smashed burgers in town — crispy edges, juicy centres, and flavours that hit hard. Pair them with our famous loaded fries, stacked high with toppings and impossible to resist. Fresh, fast, and full of flavour, Re Burger Timaru is where Timaru comes when it wants something seriously good.
Sail & Anchor Bar and Cafe
The Sail & Anchor is family owned bar and cafe, proudly serving the community since opening in 1991. It’s a place where locals and visitors come together for great food, live entertainment, weekly Wednesday quiz nights and good times.
Robert Harris
Robert Harris Timaru is a popular cafe known for its delightful kitchen menu, offering all-day breakfast and lunch options with exceptional coffee.
Burger Fuel Timaru
Because we believe that life is too short to eat bad burgers, we cook’ em and prepare’ em while you wait, to bring you a healthy, built fresh alternative in gourmet fast food.
Phinz Vietnamese Eatery
Phinz Vietnamese Eatery serves authentic Vietnamese and Asian cuisine in a warm, inviting atmosphere with plenty of delicious dishes. The upstairs conference room is ideal for planning special events and private celebrations.
Mrs M’s
Coffee, Breakfast and Lunch. Mrs M’s have you sorted with their freshly made meals and cabinet food. For the best coffee in town, come and see Mitch and the team!
U-Bake
Award-winning deliciousness from your favourite Timaru bakery. Famous for their award-winning hot cross buns, donuts, and sourdough, plus a mouth-watering range of pies, cakes, slices, biscuits, breads and more.
Sopheze Coffee Lounge & Catering
Renowned for its delicious food, friendly staff and exceptional service. As well as ready-to-go cabinet food, you can order from the breakfast, brunch, and lunch menus. With fast service and a passion for fresh, quality coffee, Sopheze is a local favourite.
Harlau House Cafe
Harlau House cafe serves mouth-watering food in a beautiful country setting, all 5 minutes from town. Set amongst a stunning garden, alongside the gorgeous Interior Design Shop of Maree Hynes Interiors. Harlau is known as Timaru’s best destination for shopping and dining.
ice ice Baby
Ice ice Baby is a Gelato shop featuring award-winning New Zealand made Gelato by Little ‘lato. Over 25 flavours to choose from including plenty of vegan and dairy free options.
The Shearers Quarters Cafe
The Shearers Quarters provides a fun day out for the whole family. Enjoy a meal at the cafe with lots of kid-friendly options, play mini golf, meet the farmyard animals and explore the crazy maze.
Rasa Asia
Experience the taste of Asia at this Asian fusion restaurant, serving a range of dishes from Chinese to Malaysian cuisine, plus a selection of fried favourites. Known for its popular lunch specials, it’s a local favourite in the Royal Arcade, Timaru.
Cappadocia Turkish Kitchen & Takeaway
Cappadocia Turkish Kitchen and Takeaway offers a variety of traditional Turkish grill meals, kebabs, pita pockets, salads, souvlakis, vegetarian meals, mezzes and many more! Eat in or takeaway.
Canjoy Cantonese Cuisine
Canjoy is a Chinese restaurant featuring a carefully curated menu that showcases the best of authentic Chinese flavours with modern twists. The diverse selection ranges from beloved classics to innovative creations.
Hector Black’s Lounge Bar
A stylish, quirky lounge bar set in a beautiful heritage building in Timaru, with a warm and cosy atmosphere, beers on tap, and delicious cocktails. Relax inside on the couches playing board games, or enjoy the outdoor sun deck.
Armadillo’s Restaurant
Armadillo’s is a local family-friendly restaurant offering great food, service, and atmosphere in a fun, friendly and safe setting. Open for lunch, dinner, coffee, and drinks, it caters for groups and parties, accepts walk-ins and offers outdoor seating.
TGB Bar at The Grosvenor Hotel
Enjoy innovative tavern fare including traditional roasts, artisanal sandwiches, burgers, fresh salads and many other Kiwi favourites. Plan your special event in one of the conference rooms or simply come enjoy the game on large flat screen TV in the main bar. Indulge in a curated selection of local, regional and international beers and ciders.
Punjab Indian Tandori Restaurant
Punjab Indian Restaurant is a welcoming family-run BYO Restaurant in the heart of Timaru, established in 2001 by a family from the Punjab region of India. It strives to provide an unmatched Indian dining experience, specialising in North Indian cuisine.
Old Bank Cafe & Bar
The Old Bank in the heart of Timaru provides all of your eating, drinking and entertainment needs! Serving lunch, dinner, coffee and drinks.
Little India
Little India is New Zealand’s favourite authentic Indian restaurant and takeaway, known for its rich, traditional flavours and a wide selection of classic Indian dishes.
The Bay Hill Bar Restaurant
Located on the bay hill overlooking Caroline Bay, sit back and relax with some good food and drinks whether it be at breakfast, lunch or dinner time.
Bullock Restaurant & Bar
At Bullock Bar the chefs take pride in each and every item on their menu. Classic kiwi dining, Bullock Bar offer an extensive range of delicious food such as ribs, burgers, pastas and more!
Sukhothai
Sukhothai is an authentic Thai restaurant located in the heart of Timaru. Their menu offers a wide range of classic Thai dishes from aromatic curries, savoury stir fries, refreshing salads and noodle dishes. Sukhothai is a local favourite.
Custom Steak House
Steak @ Customs House takes advantage of the unique architecture and ambience offered by Timaru’s historic Customs House. Specialising in top quality food, predominantly steak, yet a variety of other options are available ranging from rack of lamb to confit of duck, with an excellent choice of wines to match.
Koji Teppanyaki & Grill
Offering Japanese cuisine, Koji Teppanyaki and Grill serves lunch, dinner and drinks, and caters for groups and parties. Featuring Japanese buffet and tapas menus, walk-ins are welcome and takeaways are available.
Pier 64
Located on the Bayhill, enjoy a meal or just a drink outside overlooking Caroline Bay. A fusion of traditional and contemporary cuisine, highlighting seafood. Serving morning coffees, lunch, dinner and drinks.
Evie’s Bar & Grill
Evie’s Bar & Grill offer extensive lunch and dinner menus as well as a divine range of gourmet pizzas, barista coffee, yummy deserts and scrumptious assortment of cakes and slices.
Saikou
Saikou delivers premium authentic Asian fusion cuisine as tapas style, alongside delectable cocktails in a busy vibrant bar and restaurant. Located in Timaru’s CBD at the approach to the Bay Hill and adjacent to the Port Loop Road, overlooking beautiful Caroline Bay.
Speight’s Ale House
Housed in the historic 133-year-old Landing Service Building in the heart of Timaru, The Speight’s Ale House offers an extensive à la carte menu for lunch and dinner, along with a dedicated children’s menu.
Street Food Kitchen
Street Food Kitchen takes its influences from street food vendors across the globe. An ever-changing menu with all the hottest street food out. A relaxed restaurant by day and a swish restaurant and cocktail bar by night giving people an experience unique to South Canterbury.
The Oxford
Located in The Oxford Building, a 1925 listed heritage gem in the heart of Timaru, The Oxford serves high-quality, sophisticated food. Enjoy a glass of wine or a craft beer on tap at the bar, dine in the brasserie with panoramic views of the CBD, or host an intimate gathering in the dining room.