Francesca's Italian Kitchen in Christchurch Menu

CONTORNI CONTORNI
  • Sides and Bites
  • Potato skins with truffle oil, porcini salt, pecorino (GF) ( V) $9.00
  • Marinated olives (GF) (V) $10.00
  • Garlic flat bread (V) $8.00
  • Polenta fries with truffle aioli (V) $9.00
ANTIPASTI ANTIPASTI
  • Sharing plates for two
  • Salumi plate, pickles, mustard fruits $16.00
  • Francesca’s Antipasti Board cured meats and Italian cheeses with sour dough $25.00
INSALATA INSALATA
  • Side Salads
  • Baby cos lettuce, sherry vinaigrette (GF) $8.00
PRIMI PRIMI
  • Starters
  • Cloudy Bay clams, chilli, garlic, prosecco, black garlic butter sourdough $16.00
  • Kale salad, Apple, sultanas, walnuts, Parmesan and pangrattato (V) $12.00
  • Broccoli and rocket salad, crumbed poached egg, truffle vinaigrette, vincotto (V) $16.00
  • House smoked salmon, fennel and orange salad, salsa verde (GF) $16.00
  • San Daniele prosciutto, pear, rocket, hazelnuts and goat's cheese (GF) $18.00
  • Handmade Beetroot agnolotti with nut brown butter, poppy seeds and sage (V) $18.00
  • Beef carpaccio, parmesan, lemon aioli, capers, white anchovies $16.00
PIZZA PIZZA
  • GF bases available $3
  • Margherita Di Bufala (V) $20.00
    • Buffalo mozzarella, tomato base, fresh basil
  • Napoletana (V) $20.00
    • Tomato, anchovies, capers, black olives, mozzarella
  • Tartufo (V) $22.00
    • Mushrooms, mozzarella, black truffle oil, parmesan
  • Quattro Formaggi (V) $24.00
    • Goat's cheese, pecorino, taleggio, gorgonzola, fresh thyme
  • Pepperoni $23.00
    • Venison pepperoni, red onion, chilli oil, mozzarella, tomato, rocket
  • Parma $24.00
    • Parma ham, mozzarella, tomato, grilled peppers, vincotto
  • Salsiccia $24.00
    • Pork sausage, tomato, roasted onion, ricotta, rocket, mozzarella
  • Salami $24.00
    • Sopressa salami, tomato, potato, mozzarella, rosemary, truffle oil
PASTA & MAINS PASTA & MAINS
  • GF pasta available for some dishes
  • House made potato gnocci, Braised beef cheeks, gremolata, pecorino $28.00
  • Merino lamb shoulder Ragu, pappardelle, green olives, chilli, lemon, baby spinach $28.00
  • Prawn linguine, rocket, sundried tomato, lemon $26.00
  • Pea, broad bean and spinach risotto, basil, parsley and rocket (V, GF) $26.00
  • Melanzane - baked eggplant with Napoli sauce, parmigiano reggiano, mozzarella, pangrattato and a green side salad (V) $26.00
  • Roasted Duck leg, baby spinach, pecorino risotto, pinenut and current salsa (GF) $35.00
  • Market fish, cauliflower pureé, charred cauliflower, cherry tomato, chilli, anchovies and olives (GF) $35.00
DOLCI DOLCI
  • Dessert
  • Tiramisu $14.00
    • with house made mascarpone
  • Chocolate mousse cake $16.00
    • with creme fraiche, praline
  • Set lemon cream $15.00
    • with rhubarb, prosecco jelly, rhubarb crumble
  • Cannoli with custard $5.00
  • Affogato (GF) $10.00
    • Allpress espresso over vanilla ice cream With a shot of Frangelico $16

Nearby Sample Menus

Dux Central (sample menu)
  • Shoestring Fries $9.00
    • with aioli
  • Prawn & Bacon $19.00
    • baby spinach / roast capsicum / feta / chilli / mozzarella
  • Dux Coleslaw $6.00
    • carrot, blends of cabbage, creamy mayonnaise dressing
  • Pork Belly $16.00
    • with sake, sweet soy, and a sesame glaze
  • Pulled Pork $16.00
    • coleslaw, grilled cheddar, spiced apple dressing (pair).
  • Olives $8.00
  • Green Salad $6.00
    • tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, house vinaigrette
  • Smoked Salmon $19.00
    • capers / red onion / cream cheese / dill / mozzarella
Dux Dine (sample menu)
  • Organic Granola $9.50
    • Toasted grains with pistachio, sunflower seeds, fresh fruit, yoghurt and honey
  • Smoked Daily $39.00
    • Smoked salmon, fish of the day, mussels, clams w aioli + lime tartare, toasted ciabatta + crackers
  • Croissant $8.50
    • With Swiss cheese, rocket, roasted mushroom
  • Fresh Toasted Croissant $17.00
    • Caramelised seasonal fruit, maple syrup, Chantilly cream
  • Prawn $21.00
    • Baby spinach, roast capsicum, chilli, feta, mozzarella
  • Huevos Rancheros $19.50
    • Tortilla, red kidney beans, swiss cheese, scrambled eggs, jalapeño, rocket, salsa, avocado - Add sour cream $2.00
  • Mainland Crabcakes $19.00
    • Agria rosti, rocket, poached egg, hollandaise and slow roasted tomato
  • Breakfast is served from 7AM to 11.30AM on week days and from 9AM to 11.30AM on weekends and public holidays. All our eggs are organic, free range and locally sourced
Monthai Takeaway (sample menu)
  • Lamb Curry $20.00
    • Southern Thai classic lamb curry with the flavour of cumin and coconut cream. We use premium NZ lamb
  • Fried rice with egg and vegetables $16.00
  • Tom Yum
    • (served as a main course)
  • Larb Gai $20.00
    • This famous warm salad is a North-East Thailand chicken salad with chili, lime juice and crushed roasted rice, garnished with mint and coriander.
  • -King prawns / mixed seafood $20.00
  • 21.Phud Mee-Lueng
    • Yellow noodles with soya sauce, egg and seasonal begetables and bean sprouts
  • -King prawns $20.00
  • Pork wontons $8.00
Red Orchid Thai Takeaway (sample menu)
  • Thai Red Orchid
    • Stir fried red orchid noodles with bean sprouts, spring onion,capsicum
  • Thai Ho Fan ( Chicken, Beef, Pork ) $10.00
    • Stir fried rice noodle with vegetables, and gravy.
  • Stir Fried Basil ( Chicken, Beef, Pork ) $10.00
    • Stir fried basil and vegetables
  • Pad Sea Eaw ( Chicken, Beef, Pork ) $10.00
    • Stir fried rice noodle with vegetables and egg.
  • Chicken NoodleSoup $10.00
    • Rice noodle with chicken, bean sprouts.
  • Open lunch: tuesday - saturday 11:30am - 2:00pm
  • B.B.Q Pork Noodle Soup $10.00
    • Rice noodle with B.B.Q pork, bean sprouts.
  • Spicy Noodle ( Chicken, Beef, Pork ) $10.00
    • Stir fried rice noodle with vegetables and egg.
Grampian Fish & Chips (sample menu)
  • Fish $2.60
  • we do not sell 1/2 a scoop of chips on their own
  • Chips $2.60
  • Potato Fritters $0.90
  • Curry Rolls $2.70
  • Mussels (Dozen) $10.00
  • Plain Sausages $2.20
  • Crab Sticks $2.00
Smash Palace (sample menu)
  • CHEERIOS $5.00
    • with tom sauce.
  • BASIC $11.00
    • Beef, chutney, mayo and gherkin.
  • WEDGES $13.00
    • with cheese and bacon.
  • CHIPS $12.00
    • with cheese and bacon.
  • DUMPLINGS $10.00 / $18.00
    • Nepalese dumplings vegan or chicken half/dozen.
  • CHICKEN BURGER $15.00
    • Chicken, chilli mayo, lettuce, smoked cheese and house-dried tomatoes.
  • CHIPS $7.00
    • with Aioli.
  • CHEESEBURGER $12.00
    • Beef, cheese, chutney, gherkin, and mayo.
Cafe Izone (sample menu)
  • Hotcakes $15.50
    • Berry compote and fresh cream or yoghurt
  • Warm chicken and bacon salad $20.00
    • Sundried tomato, red onion, lettuce in our creamy aioli dressing topped with shaved parmesan and crisp croutons
  • Spag toast $8.00
    • Topped with fried egg
  • Chicken and bacon wrap $21.00
    • Warmed 10” tortilla wrap with fresh lettuce, tomato Izone garnish, with seasoned chicken, streaky bacon and garlic aioli. Fries on the side
  • Vegetarian breakfast $17.00
    • Grilled tomato, mushrooms, potato hash, two eggs cooked the way you like, on grilled rye toast and your choice of hollandaise or tomato relish
  • French toast $10.50
    • Served with maple syrup and cream
  • Izone chowder $14.00
    • Smaller in size, big in flavour
  • 250gm steak or chicken breast sandwich $24.00
    • Served on lightly toasted bread with lettuce, tomato and homemade onion relish, with a side of fries and our garlic aioli
Portstone Garden Cafe (sample menu)
  • Bacon & Banana $19.50
    • stacked on a toasted wholemeal, cheese scone or French toast, then drizzled with maple syrup
  • Cheesy French Toasted Sandwich $18.50
    • with your choice of fillings served with homemade chutney & a side garnish of salad
  • Side Salad $7.50 or Whole Salad $12
  • Homemade Hash Brown $18.50
    • served with spinach & smoked salmon then topped with 2 poached eggs & hollandaise
  • x3 $17.50
  • - Or cream cheese, pesto, sun-dried tomato & black olives $7.50
  • Portobello Mushroom $19.50
    • served on a potato cake with bacon & oven roasted pumpkin topped with bacon & feta cheese
  • Toasted Sandwich $7.00
    • served on 3 slices of bread, your choice of fillings
Le Panier Boulangerie (sample menu)
  • Salmon $6.00
  • Gurnard $4.00
  • Mushroom $4.00
  • Bacon and Egg $4.50
  • Chicken Satay $5.50
  • RodCod $4.00
  • Cheese and Pineapple $4.00
  • Chicken $5.00
Flat White Cafe and Bar (sample menu)
  • Garlic and Parmesan Flat Bread $12.00
  • Carnivore $24.00
    • With spicy sausage, smoked bacon, salami, sirloin steak, mozzarella, and caramelised onion. Finished with BBQ sauce
  • Loaded Wedges $14.00
    • With cheese, bacon, sweet chilli sauce and sour cream
  • Sirloin Steak $22.00
    • Cooked to your liking with fresh garden salad, onion rings, fries and garlic butter
  • Tandoori Chicken $24.00
    • With roasted red capsicum, mozzarella, and mango chutney, topped with yoghurt swirl and Fresh coriander
  • Fish and Chips $12.00
    • With salad
  • Pasta of the Day T.B.A
    • Please see our blackboard for tonight's creation
  • Beer Battered Fish and Chips $22.00
    • Today's catch served with salad and fries served with lemon caper mayonnaise
Kumea Fisheries (sample menu)
  • MEAT PATTY $1.50
  • MINI SPRING ROLLS 3 FOR $1.00
  • SCALLOPS 6 FOR $9.00
  • SAUSAGE $1.50
  • DONUTS $1.50
  • SCALLOPS EACH $1.50
  • MUSSELS EACH $1.00
  • HOT DOG $1.50
Sushi Express (sample menu)
  • Fresh Salmon (GF)
    • New Zealand's finest King Salmon from the Marlborough Sounds is rolled up with avocado to give you a real omega 3 hit.
  • Brown Rice Teriyaki Chicken
    • Brown rice is healthplus. One of it major benefits is that it is rich in fiber. It offers a great flavour alternative to white rice so go on give a try
  • Exec Lunch Box 1 $12.00
    • Create some serious lunch envy with this super selection of sushi to nigiri and even a little chicken on rice
  • Salmon Lovers Platter $40
    • 16 pieces of fresh salmon sushi is topped off with 8 pieces of fresh salmon nigiri. This is what a salmon lover dreams of. (Price includes all the extras ginger, soy, wasabi and chopsticks). Delivery free may apply)
  • Rice Balls $4 each
    • Eat like an apple. Your choice of teriyaki chicken tuna or vegetarian is engifted by rice and sprinkled with sesame seeds, or add all the trimmings such as avocado, red pepper an mayo for $1
  • Half Salmon and Half Chicken
    • The best of both world. Teriyaki Chicken and Fresh Salmon are put together
  • Double Avocado Chicken
    • Need that extra avocado hit? The avocado is doubled in this number to accompany our teriyaki chicken
  • Vegetarian (GF)
    • A Vegetarian and vegan's delight. The goodness of pickle, cucumber, avocado, red pepper and carrot are all rolled into one
Seven Cafe (sample menu)
  • B.L.T. $19.50
    • Bacon, lettuce, and tomato relish on toasted ciabatta w fries and aioli
  • Eggs Benedict $20.50 / $21.50
    • Sourdough, hash brown, spinach, poached free range eggs and homemade hollandaise. w bacon / w smoked salmon
  • Thai Chicken Salad $21.00
    • Grilled chicken, cucumber, red onion, carrot, capsicum, tomato, mint, coriander, crispy noodles, crushed peanuts with a chilli fresh lime and palm sugar dressing
  • Mushroom Stack $19.50
    • Duo of Portobello and button mushrooms in a creamy sauce with bacon, toast and a drizzle of truffle oil
  • Urban Platter $40.00
    • A delicious selection of cold meats, homemade smoked salmon, cheese , gherkins, sundried tomatoes, olives, dips, bread and crackers
  • French Toast $19.50
    • Light and crispy w bacon, banana and maple syrup
  • Sticky Pork Sandwich $22.50
    • Slow roasted pork belly on a open style ciabatta sandwich w bacon, brie, homemade apple chutney & fries
  • Caesar Salad $17.50
    • Cos lettuce, bacon, poached free range egg, shaved parmesan, anchovies and crouton with seven’s caesar dressing w grilled chicken + $4.50. w smoked salmon + $6.00
Zanzibar (sample menu)
  • Beef, pork and lamb meatballs, mozzarella, napoli $12.00
  • Roasted mushroom, caramelised onions, gorgonzola, candied walnuts, truffle oil $24.00
  • Parmesan and herbed crumbed pork, cherry tomatoes, capers, lemon, rocket $17.00
  • Caprese salad, buffalo mozzarella, basil, heirloom tomatoes $15.00
  • ●Medium
  • Marinated beef fillet, sesame seeds, gochujang mayonnaise $15.00
  • Crispy chicken, sesame seeds, kewpie mayonnaise, lemon $11.00
  • Salad leaves, pears, gorgonzola, candied walnuts $15.00
Pierside Cafe and Bar (sample menu)
  • Beef Nachos $14.50
    • Spiced ground beef and chilli beans mix, topped with cheese, sour cream, salsa and sweet chilli
  • Bacon (2 pieces) $4.50
  • Soup of the Day $9.50
    • Pierside’s own wholesome soup served with Chef’s choice of bread
  • Ice-Cream Sunday $7.50
    • Three scoops of ice-cream served with cream and your choice of sauce: Chocolate, Strawberry or Caramel
  • Brulee $12.00
    • Traditional crème brulee served with short bread
  • Pasta of the Day $17.00
    • Chef’s choice of freshly made pasta
  • Devour Venison Leg $38.00
    • Spiced whiskey jus, mustard leaf salad, nuts, orange segments and smoked pumpkin
  • Matchamisu $32.00
    • Green tea mint and chocolate tiramisu
Francesca's Italian Kitchen

Francesca's Italian Kitchen

location

Address

149 Gloucester St, Next Door to the Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

phone

Phone

033749790

email

Email

None

clock

Opened hours

Monday: 11:30-22:00, Tuesday: 11:30-22:00, Wednesday: 11:30-22:00, Thursday: 11:30-22:00, Friday: 11:30-22:00, Saturday: 11:30-22:00, Sunday: 11:30-22:00
price range

Price

None

type

Type

None

service level

Service

Table Service

cuisine

Cuisine

Gluten Free , Italian , Pizza , Vegan , Vegetarian

features

Features

Wheelchair accessible ,  Business meetings ,  Reservations ,  Waitstaff ,  Groups ,  Seating ,  Highchairs Available ,  Serves Alcohol ,  Child-friendly

Location
149 Gloucester St, Next Door to the Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
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