The Bicycle Thief
About
In South Island, The Bicycle Thief serves diners at 12 Vernon Drive, Lincoln, Christchurch 8025, New Zealand.
The restaurant opens Tuesday to Sunday from 17:00 to 21:00, with additional Friday to Sunday lunch service from 11:30 to 14:00. A 4.4 out of 5 average from 505 reviews reflects a large and steady volume of feedback. Queenstown, Christchurch, Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim, Wanaka, Te Anau and Kaikoura are the main centres across the South Island, and Lincoln sits within the Christchurch metropolitan area. Full menus and booking details are available at https://www.thebicyclethiefnz.com/.
Seasons run opposite to the northern hemisphere, with summer from December to February and winter from June to August, so the lunch service is a summer-friendly option. New Zealand is a long, narrow group of islands, so almost nowhere in the country is far from the sea, and Christchurch is no exception. Fish and chips, meat pies and flat whites are everyday takeaway staples across New Zealand, giving a sense of the casual dining culture the restaurant sits within.
First-time visitors should book ahead for the evening service, particularly at weekends when both lunch and dinner operate. The Vernon Drive address places the restaurant in Lincoln, a short drive south of central Christchurch.
New Zealand weather is changeable, and the surrounding ocean keeps both summer heat and winter frost moderate, so a light layer is useful year-round.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bicycle Thief known for?
The Bicycle Thief is a restaurant on South Island with its own site at https://www.thebicyclethiefnz.com/. Its kitchen serves the evening trade Tuesday to Sunday from 17:00 to 21:00, plus Friday to Sunday lunch from 11:30 to 14:00.
What kind of business is The Bicycle Thief?
The Bicycle Thief is a restaurant on South Island. It opens Tuesday to Sunday from 17:00 to 21:00, with additional Friday to Sunday hours of 11:30 to 14:00.
Where is The Bicycle Thief located on South Island?
The Bicycle Thief sits at 12 Vernon Drive, Lincoln, Christchurch 8025, on South Island. That puts it in the Christchurch area, which is one of the places near the restaurant.
How do visitors rate The Bicycle Thief?
The Bicycle Thief holds a rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 505 reviews. Those scores place it among the restaurants in the Christchurch area of South Island.
Is The Bicycle Thief easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on South Island?
The Bicycle Thief is at 12 Vernon Drive, Lincoln, Christchurch 8025, and Christchurch is one of the nearby places on South Island. Other towns within reach include Queenstown, Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim, Wanaka, Te Anau and Kaikoura.
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