It all began in the USA in 1954 with a milkshake machine salesman named Ray Kroc. Ray received an order from the McDonald brothers’ hamburger outlet in California. He was fascinated by their operation – the menu was simple and inexpensive but the hamburgers were good; the fries were made in-store; and the shakes were thicker than usual.
So Ray put a proposition to the McDonald’s Brothers. “Let me open new McDonald’s stores and I’ll give you half of one per cent of the gross sales for the use of the name and the idea.”
The McDonald’s brothers accepted and Ray opened his first store in Des Plaines, Illinois. He began to build the business by granting franchises to local entrepreneurs who were committed to the McDonald’s principles.
By 1960 Ray had opened 200 restaurants throughout the USA. In 1961 he bought the McDonald brothers’ share of the business for $3 million and in 1965 the company went public and became the McDonald’s Corporation.
Today, McDonald’s® has more than 30,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries on six continents. Every day, meals are served to more than 50 million people worldwide.
"Le Soleil is Kaiapoi's newest Café, Restaurant & Bar. We bring together New Zealand and European cuisine, in a comfortable modern setting. Le Soleil offers home made cabinet food, brunch menu, a la Carte dinner menu that changes seasonally, as well as keto, gluten-free, vegan and other special options. We are open 6 days a week - Tuesday til Sunday .
Call or visit our website to make your reservation."
DAILY MUFFINS / SCONES & COFFEE $7.50
HOMEMADE DELI CABINET FOODS
GLUTEN-FREE / VEGAN / VEGETARIAN / KETO
New Zealand
Pineacres is about friendly service, food, drinks and entertainment. Management has recently changed and would like to know about you and your community!
Make sure when you are dining with us to check out our "Specials" board in house, or ask any of our staff who will be only too pleased to help.
To really make the most of your visit why not try one of our signature dishes;
Ohoka Rd Fish Supply
Central in North Canterbury is another new addition to the Joe's family and it's a place where everybody can come to any time of the day
The Club is situated in the heart of Kaiapoi and offers the following facilities:
- Two large Open Area Bars (featuring regular Entertainment)
- Bottle Store open to thje public
- TAB
- Sky Television
- Pool and Snooker Table
- 18 Gaming Machines
- Bistro
- Fitness Centre
- Function and Meeting Rooms
Our aim:
- is to provide a meaningful experience for both locals and visitors in a safe and enjoyable environment.
- is to enjoy the locally made food and beverages, A Taste Of Kaiapoi.
- is to promote and support the local community.
Enjoy a cruise with your friends or family on our scheduled sailings or book a private function for your work or social club adding on the catering option that suits your needs.
Create a unique wedding venue from wedding service to reception.
A birthday celebration or wedding anniversary cruise with family and friends.
Book a school trip to learn more about Kaiapoi area.
The Kaiapoi River Queen was established in Kaiapoi 2019.
River Queen started her life in Marlborough on the Taylor river close to the township of Blenheim where it operated for approximately a decade.
She is a flat bottomed 2 story boat constructed of wood and fibreglass that is powered by 2 carefully hidden outboard motors.
It has been fully refurbished since its arrival in Kaiapoi in October 2018 with paint, upholstery, carpets, new decks, new 115 Honda outboard motors and is ready to serve the Kaiapoi and wider areas.
The Kaiapoi River Queens flat bottom allows her to sail no matter the tide.
Its permanent berth is just to the Eastern side of the William Street bridge and in front of the Five Peaks Brew Co on a purpose built floating jetty, that allows easy access for customers.
Thai dishes is one of the most popular cuisines worldwide. It offers a simple yet clever combination of Eastern and Western influences harmoniously. Here at Red Elephant, we offer New Zealanders the same Thai traditional food experience and unforgettable blend of delights. Our Thai foods are a creative mix of sour, sweet, salty, bitter and spicy flavours that work together to make each dish come alive. We make extraordinary Thai cuisines known to be one of the healthiest foods you can eat by combining fresh herbs and spices (such as Lemongrass, Chilies, Ginger, Holy Basil, Coriander, Galangal, Turmeric, Coconut Milk etc.). There is no other place to experience Thai culture in Canterbury than here at Red Elephant Restaurant. We offer a wide range of options to match your tastes. Come share your evening with us.
Ohoka,
Canterbury, New Zealand
Fish n Chips and Hamburgers
Personally I love their fish and chips, generous portions and really tasty...
Love their crumbed cod...amazing and great value for money
Kaiapoi 7630
Roast beef, Chicken, Pork...Roast potatoes, a range of vegetables to compliment your meal. Restaurant as well as takeaway...
FYI Roast Cafe is closed MONDAYS...
Alternatives you might like to try:
Kaikanui Chinese Takeaways, Fish and Chips, Hamburgers, Smorgasboard - (03) 327 7782
CBK - CRAFT BAR & KITCHEN with 60 craft beers and ciders and quality food - (03) 327 9224
Zaafran Moroccan spices and culinary style (03) 327 2555
Domino’s Pizza Kaiapoi - (03) 741 4040
Three Cows Bar and Restaurant - (03) 3275009
Teppanyaki Takao - Teppanyaki is a style of cooking (03) 327 0175
Kanniga Kaiapoi Thai Restaurant - (03) 327 0138
YumWok Chinese Restaurant - (03) 3277976
Kaiapoi Fish & Chips & Burgers - (03) 327 8107
Sunshine Vietnamese Restaurant - (03) 3272264
Pizza Palace - (03) 3270666
Kaiapoi, New Zealand 7630
In the growing Silverstream Subdivision
Fresh baking & cabinet food daily
Breakfast/Brunch Menu till 2pm each day
Proudly serving Three Llamas Coffee, who have specially blended our own coffee beans “Kaffi Espresso”
Fully Licensed sourcing majority of Wines Locally. Keep an eye out
For our “Wine Club” evenings
5 beers on tap and often a cider, always a Canterbury/Christchurch Brewery on offer Bottled Beer & Ciders also available
Selection of Spirits & Liqueurs
From Paddock to Plate
Garden to Table
Supporting Local
Dinner Dining every Friday evening 5pm-9pm
Closed on Public Holidays
Check out our Facebook page
Kaiapoi
CRAFT BAR & KITCHEN is a new bar concept with its first site in Rotorua and now proud to open in Kaiapoi
with 60 craft beers and ciders and quality food
CBK has a lovely outdoor bar area...close to the Kaiapoi CBD.
Check out there crafty kick back deals
Kaiapoi, New Zealand
Thai Restaurant · Food & Drink · Health Food Restaurant
We are opening every day 11am till 2pm - and 4pm till 9:30pm.
Dining and Takeaway, welcome
Fast food restaurant, sandwiches, salads & wraps, takeaways, Fresh Sandwich Shop, Healthy Food, online & mobile ordering, subcard, catering platters
Pizza, Garlic bread and chicken wings
Open 6 days - closed Mondays
Alternative Pizza Places in Kaiapoi
Dominos Pizza – (03) 741 4040
This Club is formally known as the Kaiapoi Workingmens Club which holds a Permanent Charter and is affiliated to Clubs New Zealand (Inc) and therefore we welcome members from other affiliated Clubs throughout New Zealand and Australia.
The Club is situated in the heart of Kaiapoi and offers the following facilities:
- Two Large Open Area Bars (featuring regular entertainment)
- Bottle Store (Members Only)
- TAB (Full Service)
- Sky Television
- Pool and Snooker Tables
- 18 Gaming Machines
- Bistro and Restaurant
- Function and Meeting Rooms
The Kaiapoi Club has a wide range of activities, The following are just a few.. The website link shows a list of events, dates and times
- Pilates
— Rex Mahood lounge (Upstairs) - Silver Fitness
— Riverview Lounge - Line Dancing
— Riverview Lounge - Table Tennis
— Riverview Lounge -
indoor Bowls
Riverview LoungeHousie
RFS Bar
KAIAPOI
- Chicken & Prawn Pizzas
- Chef's Best
- Traditional Pizzas
- Extra Value Pizzas
- Value Pizzas
- Gluten Free
- Make Your Own
- Pizza Chef
- Crusts
- Trading Hours
Tuesday 11:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Wednesday 11:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Thursday 11:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Friday 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m.
Saturday 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
We use the whole palette of flavors in our dishes—spicy, sour, sweet, and hot all at the same time—making it something that wants to jump off the plate.
Kaiapoi, New Zealand 7013