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Sumner Grill and Bar

4.8(202 reviews)

About

In South Island, Sumner Grill and Bar is a restaurant. It occupies 26a Marriner Street, Sumner, Christchurch 8081, New Zealand, placing it in a coastal suburb of Christchurch. The kitchen serves grill-style dishes, and the drinks list covers bar staples.

A 4.8 out of 5 average has accumulated across 202 reviews, a strong showing for a suburban grill and bar. Sumner sits on the coast, and the venue draws both locals and visitors from Christchurch. The review count suggests a steady trade rather than a seasonal one.

Orders can be placed through the venue's own website at https://sumnergrillandbar.co.nz/order-now, and photos of the property are available. The drinks side of the operation runs alongside the grill menu, so the venue works for a meal as much as for a drink.

English is the main language, with te reo Māori also official, so Māori place names appear on signs and maps throughout the country. Ferries link the main islands via a Cook Strait service, and Stewart Island is reached by ferry as well. Christchurch lies among the nearby places, making the venue a reasonable stop on a wider South Island route.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of food does Sumner Grill and Bar serve?

Sumner Grill and Bar is a bar and nightlife spot on South Island, with Christchurch among the nearby places in its surrounds. The venue sits in Sumner, a setting reached from the wider South Island network that includes Queenstown, Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim, Wanaka, Te Anau and Kaikoura.

Where is Sumner Grill and Bar located on South Island?

Sumner Grill and Bar is at 26a Marriner Street, Sumner, Christchurch 8081, New Zealand. Christchurch sits on South Island, where ferries also link Waiheke, the Hauraki Gulf islands and Stewart Island, and a Cook Strait service joins the two main islands.

How highly do diners rate Sumner Grill and Bar?

Sumner Grill and Bar holds a rating of 4.8/5 from 202 reviews. That score places the South Island bar among the well-rated spots in Sumner, Christchurch.

Do you need to book a table at Sumner Grill and Bar in advance?

Bookings and orders for Sumner Grill and Bar can be made through https://sumnergrillandbar.co.nz/order-now. The bar sits on South Island at 26a Marriner Street, Sumner, Christchurch 8081, New Zealand, so reserving ahead is straightforward for a night out.

Is Sumner Grill and Bar a bar or a restaurant?

Sumner Grill and Bar is a bar and nightlife spot on South Island, based in Sumner, Christchurch. Māori culture remains central to national life, with marae, haka and the Treaty of Waitangi signed in 1840, and te reo Māori place names are used throughout the country alongside English.

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