cafe des artistes — Restaurant in Christchurch

Café des Artistes has become my go-to Friday morning spot, and it’s a real gem in Christchurch. I’m there every week for the caramel latte and pâté with salad — always just right. The French vibe is unique for the area and adds something special, making it feel like a mini escape.

Veronique, the owner, has this great way of balancing warmth with giving you space. She’s open and friendly but respects that I like a quiet start to my day. One of the things I really appreciate is how she’s always listening to customer requests and mixing up the menu to keep things interesting. It’s rare to find a place that feels so thoughtfully tuned into its regulars while keeping...

A great little cafe! Veronique’s cheerful hospitality always sets my day off to a good start. All the food is cooked by her and there is always an impressive variety and ever changing menu.

The atmosphere is truly unique: cozy and personal. You really feel as if you have been invited into her living room. It is clear that Veronique is pouring a huge amount of her culinary passion into this place and should be very proud of what she has managed to...

I love the vibe here, I enjoy watching the owners’ working together, they might be mom and daughter? Homemade everything and the cutlery was very clean, impressive. So lovely and cute.

I like my double cheese scone. But there is no soy milk here, also the coffee but not very good.

It’s a place to enjoy a leisure time and eat something, but not a place for a cup of super good coffee. But I...