The China KitchenPapanui, Christchurch
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Chinese restaurant · Papanui

The China Kitchen

21a Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch, 8053

Opening hours

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We have not yet confirmed the opening hours for The China Kitchen. Many Chinese restaurants in Christchurch open for lunch and dinner (typically 11:30 am – 2 pm and 5 – 9:30 pm), but please check before you go.

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21a Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch, 8053

About

About The China Kitchen

If you are looking for a Chinese restaurant in Papanui, Christchurch, The China Kitchen at 21a Main North Road in Papanui is one of the places worth knowing about. It is about 4.5 km from central Christchurch.

The kitchen focuses on Chinese food. Dishes typical of this style include sweet and sour pork and peking duck, so it is a good pick if those are on your list. With 67 Chinese options across Christchurch, this corner of the local food scene is well covered.

We have not yet verified the trading hours for The China Kitchen. Hours for venues like this often shift between summer and winter, so a quick call (+64 3 354 6818) before you set off is a good idea.

For budgeting, Chinese restaurants of this kind in New Zealand typically cost around $20–$40 per person (Moderate). It is surrounded by other eateries: we count 10 more venues within about 1 km, which makes this part of Papanui easy to explore on foot.

On the menu

Menu highlights

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

Full menu guide
SoupsSweetcorn chicken soup

Comforting classic

$9–12

Vegetables & DessertsEggplant with garlic sauce

Yu xiang style

$18–23

Dim Sum & StartersXiaolongbao

Soup dumplings (6)

$12–16

MainsSweet and sour pork

Crispy pork with pineapple and capsicum

$22–28

Dim Sum & StartersSalt and pepper squid

Wok-tossed with chilli and garlic

$17–23

SoupsWonton soup

Pork wontons in clear broth

$12–16

Plan your visit

When is The China Kitchen busiest?

Estimated busy times based on typical hours and how people usually dine at Chinese 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 The China Kitchen

Where is The China Kitchen?

The China Kitchen is at 21a Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch, 8053, about 4.5 km from central Christchurch. Use the map on this page for turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are The China Kitchen's opening hours?

Opening hours have not been confirmed on our listing. Please contact the venue on +64 3 354 6818 before you visit.

What kind of food does The China Kitchen serve?

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

How much does it cost to eat at The China Kitchen?

As an estimate, a meal at a Chinese restaurant like this usually costs $20–$40 per person in New Zealand. Prices at the venue may differ.

How can I contact The China Kitchen?

You can call +64 3 354 6818. Tap the phone number on this page to call directly from your mobile.

What other restaurants are near The China Kitchen?

The closest is Rose and Thistle (50 m away). See the "Nearby" section for more options with distances.

Nearby

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Closest restaurants, cafes and takeaways, measured in a straight line.

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Other Chinese places nearby

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Little TaipeiPapanui160 m
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