Londo
Merivale, Christchurch
Restaurant in Christchurch, New Zealand
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Book Londo for an intimate Merivale dinner built around seasonal New Zealand cooking, bar seating and natural wine rather than formal fine dining. It suits couples and low-key celebrations especially well, but the tiny room and changing menu make it a weaker choice for big groups or diners who need predictability.
About Londo
Londo in Christchurch is a contemporary New Zealand restaurant and natural wine bar from chef/owner Robert Fairs. The basics are direct: it is open Tuesday to Saturday from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm, closed Sunday and Monday, with a listed price of $55 per person and a casual dress code. It is also recognised in the Michelin Guide Aotearoa New Zealand 2026 with a Bib Gourmand.
The clearest reason to consider it is the combination of contemporary New Zealand cooking and a natural-wine-bar identity. With the available information, it is best framed as a dinner choice rather than a lunch stop, and as a casual Christchurch option for diners who want food and wine without a formal dress requirement.
A Christchurch dinner option with casual polish
Londo’s confirmed hours make it a Tuesday–Saturday evening venue: dinner runs from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm, and the restaurant is closed on Sunday and Monday. That makes it easiest to plan for an evening meal when those hours fit your schedule.
The dress code is casual, so there is no need to treat it like a formal fine-dining room. The Michelin Guide Aotearoa New Zealand 2026 Bib Gourmand recognition gives it a clear quality signal, while the price point keeps the decision relatively simple for guests comparing Christchurch dinner options.
Contemporary New Zealand cooking with natural wine as the second reason to go
Chef/owner Robert Fairs is the name behind Londo, and the venue is described as a contemporary New Zealand restaurant and natural wine bar. That is the most reliable way to set expectations: consider it for a Christchurch dinner built around modern New Zealand cooking and wine rather than for any specific dish, seating format, or menu structure.
Because the natural wine bar identity is part of the description, Londo will make the most sense for diners who are interested in wine as part of the meal. Guests who are less focused on wine can still treat it as a contemporary New Zealand restaurant, but the food-and-wine combination is central to how the venue is positioned.
Who should go, and who should skip it
Choose Londo if you want a Christchurch dinner with contemporary New Zealand cooking, natural wine, casual dress, and a confirmed Bib Gourmand from the Michelin Guide Aotearoa New Zealand 2026. It is especially easy to consider if the $55 per person price fits the occasion and the Tuesday–Saturday evening hours work for your plans.
Skip it if you need Sunday or Monday dining, lunch service, or venue details that should be confirmed directly before you go. Visitors comparing options can use our full Christchurch restaurants guide to browse other dining in the city, or pair the evening with our full Christchurch bars guide or our full Christchurch experiences guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Unit 6, 2 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014, NZL
- Website
- londo.bar
- Phone
- +64 27 340 8385
Venue details
Ambiance
A tiny, warmly lit 30-square-metre restaurant and wine bar with natural wood, pared-back Scandinavian/Japanese-inspired design and seating mainly along the bar facing the open kitchen, creating an intimate, interactive yet relaxed atmosphere.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
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- Getting there
- Unit 6, 2 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014, NZL
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I plan for Londo?
Plan ahead for a Tuesday–Saturday dinner at Londo, especially if your timing is fixed. The hours are 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm, and the restaurant is closed Sunday and Monday.
Is Londo good for a special occasion?
Yes, if your idea of a special occasion is a casual Christchurch dinner with contemporary New Zealand cooking and natural wine. The Michelin Guide Aotearoa New Zealand 2026 Bib Gourmand recognition gives it a clear credibility signal.
What should a first-timer know about Londo?
Expect a contemporary New Zealand restaurant and natural wine bar in Christchurch from chef/owner Robert Fairs. It is closed Sunday and Monday, and dinner runs Tuesday to Saturday from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
Is Londo worth the price?
At $55 per person, Londo is a compelling Christchurch dinner option if you want contemporary New Zealand cooking, natural wine, and a Michelin Guide Aotearoa New Zealand 2026 Bib Gourmand venue.
Is lunch or dinner better at Londo?
Dinner is the confirmed choice. Londo operates Tuesday–Saturday from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm and is closed Sunday and Monday.
What are alternatives to Londo in Christchurch?
If Londo’s hours, price, or natural wine focus do not suit your plans, compare it with other Christchurch dining rooms. For a contemporary New Zealand restaurant and natural wine bar with a Bib Gourmand, Londo is the option here.
