Would most definitely return. What a gem for Sumner! Superb meals (8 of us) and very attentive and friendly service.

Celebrated a friends birthday here last night and couldn't fault the food very ,very nice. Dessert was fab the staff even put a candle in the ice cream for her birthday. Nice touch thank you. Service was excellent as well. Would highly recommend dinner here and just to make the night perfect we had a 4.7 aftershock first biggish one... More

Excellent mains, excellent desserts, excellent service. Definitely a place to visit while in Christchurch.

Been here a few times before and it didn't disappoint. great service, good food and a great atmosphere. The French onion soup was a particular highlight and steaks were done well. Would definitely recommend. Also good for brunch.

Decided on a night out at the pictures in Sumner and wanted a quick dinner. The movie was a disappointed but The Corner Shop Bistro was a great find. The service was excellent and the food delicious. Thank you for a great night and we will be back.

We arrived late with no booking, and were taken with no problems. Delicious food, nice atmosphere & great service. We had a lovely evening & I would happily return again and recommend it to others.

This is our pick for best informal eating out in Chch. Very good food, very good friendly informative service. Eaten here many times over the years and never found anything bad to say. Priced reasonably for v good food can be expensive for breakfast if your not careful. They are closed monday unless they are running a Pre booked only... More

I occassionally give other local restaurants a try and even adventure into town every so often but always end up coming back to the Corner Shop for its mixture of great service and fine European-inspired unpretentious food. Pru must be the best Maitre D in Christchurch (locals will be nodding) which actually makes a difference. Regular favourites (the lamb stew... More

Always great food here coupled with excellent service. There's a good wine list with interesting beers available. During the day it's a lovely sunny spot to sit and enjoy brunch or in the evening the atmosphere is more intimate with subdued lighting and candles. Can be a little noisy if the restaurant is full or there are large groups dining... More