Curators HouseRiccarton East, Christchurch
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Spanish restaurant · Riccarton East

Curators House Restaurant

7 Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013 Open 7 days · 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm

Opening hours

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Open 7 days · 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm
Weekly opening hours for Curators House
Monday11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm
Tuesday11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm
Wednesday11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm
Thursday11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm
Friday11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm
Saturday11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm
Sunday11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm

Times shown in New Zealand time. Public holiday hours may differ – call +64 3 379 2252 to check.

7 Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013

About

About Curators House

Tucked into 7 Rolleston Avenue in Riccarton East, Curators House serves Spanish food to locals and visitors in Riccarton East, Christchurch. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.

The kitchen focuses on Spanish food. Dishes typical of this style include patatas bravas and croquetas, so it is a good pick if those are on your list. With 2 Spanish options across Christchurch, this corner of the local food scene is well covered. The menu also crosses into vegan territory.

Curators House is open seven days a week. The earliest start is 11:30 am on Mondays, and the latest finish is 11 pm on Mondays. Late-night diners are catered for on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Like many traditional restaurants, it closes between lunch and dinner service on several days, so check the times before heading over mid-afternoon. In total it trades for about 63 hours each week.

On the practical side, the listing notes outdoor seating, vegetarian options, vegan options and seats about 80. For budgeting, Spanish restaurants of this kind in New Zealand typically cost around $40–$70 per person (Mid-to-upper range). It is surrounded by other eateries: we count 10 more venues within about 1 km, which makes this part of Riccarton East easy to explore on foot.

On the menu

Menu highlights

Popular dishes for this style of Spanish restaurant with typical New Zealand prices.

Full menu guide
TapasCroquetas

Ham croquettes

$12–15

TapasPatatas bravas

With spicy tomato and aioli

$11–14

RacionesJamón serrano board

With bread and tomato

$24–32

TapasChorizo al vino

In red wine

$14–17

RacionesPaella vegetariana

Seasonal vegetables

$45–60

TapasPimientos de padrón

Blistered peppers

$12–14

Plan your visit

When is Curators House busiest?

Estimated busy times based on its opening hours and how people usually dine at Spanish restaurants in New Zealand. The gold bar marks the current hour.

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Usually busiest around 7 pm on Fridays.

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Questions about Curators House

Where is Curators House?

Curators House is at 7 Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8013, about 800 m from central Christchurch. Use the map on this page for turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are Curators House's opening hours?

The published hours are: Monday 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm; Tuesday 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm; Wednesday 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm; Thursday 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm; Friday 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm. Hours can change on public holidays.

Is Curators House open on weekends?

Yes – Curators House is open on both Saturday (11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm) and Sunday (11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm).

What kind of food does Curators House serve?

Spanish food. See the menu page for typical dishes and price ranges for this style of Spanish restaurant.

How much does it cost to eat at Curators House?

As an estimate, a meal at a Spanish restaurant like this usually costs $40–$70 per person in New Zealand. Prices at the venue may differ.

Are there vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes – the listing notes vegetarian options and vegan options.

How can I contact Curators House?

You can call +64 3 379 2252. Tap the phone number on this page to call directly from your mobile.

What other restaurants are near Curators House?

The closest is Atawhai Cafe (50 m away). See the "Nearby" section for more options with distances.

Nearby

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Map of Riccarton East
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Quad Eatery 190 m
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Pub

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Other Spanish places nearby

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Pedro's KitchenSydenham–560 m