Earl
Earl has been the go-to spot since 2018 for locals seeking a slice of European bistro culture. The bright space comes with an open kitchen and the atmosphere is never less than warm and welcoming. Good use is made of local, seasonal produce in dishes designed for sharing. Focaccia is baked in-house every day and charred on the grill for that extra smoky flavour. Classics include venison, pappardelle and the ever-popular chocolate entremet for dessert. Don’t miss the great value Pasta Night Tuesdays – and ask for one of the prized booths.
Pearl is the En Primeur Club membership app — saves, bookings, and concierge access live there. Same editors, same standards.
- Address
- 128 Lichfield Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch, 8011, NZL
- Phone
- +64 3-365 1147
- Website
- earl.co.nz
- Directions
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Earl has been the go-to spot since 2018 for locals seeking a slice of European bistro culture. The bright space comes with an open kitchen and the atmosphere is never less than warm and welcoming. Good use is made of local, seasonal produce in dishes designed for sharing.
Focaccia is baked in-house every day and charred on the grill for that extra smoky flavour. Classics include venison, pappardelle and the ever-popular chocolate entremet for dessert. Don’t miss the great value Pasta Night Tuesdays – and ask for one of the prized booths.
- House-made pasta (rotating weekly)
- Fritto misto with ink mayo
- Taleggio croquettes
- Café de Paris butcher’s steak with hasselback potatoes
- Market fish with puttanesca and crispy eggplant
- Cocoa-dusted mille-feuille
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin Bib Gourmand
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At a Glance
- Lively
- Modern
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Industrial
- Intimate
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Casual Hangout
- After Work
- Celebration
- Special Occasion
- Open Kitchen
- Standalone
- Design Destination
- Extensive Wine List
- Craft Cocktails
- Beer Program
- Local Sourcing
- Sustainable Seafood
- Street Scene
Urban neighbourhood bistro with a bright, light, canteen-like interior, open kitchen, closely set tables and booths, low warm lighting in the evenings, creating a lively but welcoming atmosphere that feels like an East London backstreet eatery.