HAPPY 30TH, CAFÉ VALENTINO

As one of the absolute iconic stalwarts in our local hospo scene, Café Valentino’s vibrant Italian fare and atmosphere are second to none – no wonder they’re celebrating a whopping 30 years in the business. 

The soul-satisfying take on food alongside a heaping helping of hospitality means you get to enjoy a buzzing atmosphere among great company. Café Valentino recently celebrated with select supporters for a night of food, frivolity, and delicious food, as only Valentino would offer. Delizioso! 

Back in 1991, Valentino arrived on the scene with the only authentic wood-fired pizza in central Christchurch. Fast becoming a haven for international touring artists, the walls are peppered with a huge collection of signed show posters, presenting a who’s who of well-known people and celebrities that have graced their tables. When you dine at Café Valentino, you never know who could be seated at the next booth. 

Patrons can enjoy a drink at the bar, choosing from more than 35 selected wines by the glass or a superb range of local boutique and international beers on tap, including an Italian selection. Or try a cocktail from the contemporary and classic mix. If you are a wine connoisseur, try a wine from Valentino‘s extensive collection, which offers New Zealand and Australia’s finest drops, including a great collection of the best Italian red wines in town. 

The original site on Colombo was sadly lost in the quakes but made way for their statuesque St Asaph Street location – with more seating and the same dedication to heavenly pizzas, perfect pasta, and decadent house-made desserts. 

Always innovating and improving, without compromising on quality, The café won a devoted international customer base, and a wall full of awards, through consistent flair, originality, and love of good food. Since 1997, Valentino has been awarded the coveted Gold Plate for New Zealand Beef and Lamb excellence. 

Ci Vediamo Presto!