Mr Brightside

Mr Brightside – the last bar in town to see the sun, perches atop the majestic Public Trust Building, a whisker away from the bustling hospitality scene of Oxford Terrace. From this sophisticated, penthouse-style bar beneath a cosy retractable roof, it commands awe-inspiring, vistas of the verdant Port Hills, serene Avon River, towering, snow-kissed Alps, Christchurch Cathedral and the cities vibrant pulse.

Enveloped in a comforting ambience, Mr Brightside places great stores by showcasing the finest produce of the South Island but taking your tastebuds on a vacation with emphasis on international cuisine, Mr. Brightside places great emphasis on being a bar with delicious food, as the refreshingly delicious cocktails are matched to a well-designed food menu with a tropical backbone.

Guests are invited to delve into their meticulously curated offerings, from the 'raw cured' collection, boasting Canterbury salmon sashimi, tuna tartare and coconut ceviche plump, fresh oysters in natural, battered, or Kilpatrick styles, to the enticing array of Brightside favourites. Expect choices such as soy marinated pork belly, jalapeño agave fried chicken, chipotle spiced corn ribs. Mr. Brightside also specialises in 6 inch roti tacos with Caribbean fillings such as scotch bonnet chicken, and curried chickpea. During the lunch hours, a dedicated lunch menu is available featuring an ever changing butchers cut, whole sole to share, and the famous 260gm prime beef burger.

Beyond its impressive culinary prowess and their renowned cocktail menu, Mr. Brightside also showcases international and local wine, an impressive champagne selection, and a range of Canterbury craft beers and international lagers.