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Winter Hours: We are closed on wednesdays. We will be closed for a winter break from 13th May-6th July 2012. See you again on 7th July 2012.
The Trading Rooms is a must for fine food lovers. Located in a wonderful historic building on the harbour front, The Trading Rooms is perfect for your special occasion...a romantic dinner, an evening with family and friends, or an alfresco lunch in the sunshine featuring locally caught seafood. Fine wines and Stella Artois with stunning harbour views. The Restaurant is the creation of Chef Stephen Gilchrist and partner Kathryn Curtis.  Reservations are recommended. Please phone 03 304 7656. Open for Coffee from 10am, Lunch 11am-3pm, Dinner from 5:30pm. We are situated on 71 Beach road, thetradingrooms@hotmail.com
 
Detailed Information

    The Restaurant is the creation of Chef Stephen Gilchrist and partner Kathryn Curtis. Stephen has been cooking for 19 years in some of Christchurch and London's top restaurants.  His menus bring a touch of the European to Akaroa.

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    xcellent packages can be organised for your perfect wedding, party or conference with
    innovative menus inspired by local seasonal produce.
     
    The Trading Rooms Restaurant & Pantry Summer hours:
    Open every day for lunch and dinner. Open for Coffee from 10am, Lunch 11am-3pm, Dinner from 5:30pm.
     
    Reservations are recommended.
    Phone 03 304 7656 

         



     

         The Trading Rooms Summer Menu

    LUNCH MENU

    Seafood Chowder
    Creamy soup filled with local seafood including Akaroa salmon, mussels and today's fresh fish.
    $ 15.50
    Seasonal soup of the day inspired by fresh produce and served with rustic bread.
    $ 10.00
    Selection of olives -Sicilian green olives and Greek Kalamata olives.
    $ 11.00
    Bread and garlic bread selection with sundried tomato pesto and olive oil.
    $ 7.00

    Light meals and salads
    Nicoise Salad Green beans, cherry tomatoes, potatoes, olives, egg and capers.
    $ 18.00
    Tempura Prawns with dipping sauces, noodle, spring onion and corriander salad.
    $ 19.00
    Mussels marinieres – local Green Lipped Mussels from Pigeon bay,
    in a white wine and cream sauce, fresh herbs and bread.
    $ 19.00
     
    Mains fish, seafood, meat and vegetarian
     
    Fresh from the wharf local fish and chips
    Today's fish battered in Stella Artois, served with chips, homemade mushy peas and tartare sauce.
    $ 24.00
     
    Akaroa Salmon Tasting Plate
    A selection of local oak smoked salmon, salmon wonton, smoked salmon mousse,
    and house smoked salmon. Horseradish cream, chutney and toast.
    $ 25.00
     
    Fruits de Mer Seafood platter to share -Local salmon, fresh green lipped mussels, scallops, squid, and catch of the day, salads and bread.
    $ 42.00 for two people.
     
    Fish of the Day please ask for today's dish.
     
    The Trading Rooms Beef Burger
    Toasted bun filled with cheese, salad and beetroot, served with fries.
    $ 19.00
     
    Rib Eye Steak with fries, garlic aoli, red wine jus,
    baby gem and roast red onion salad, smoked tomato dressing.
    $ 28.00
     
    Today's Seasonal Risotto choices:
    Risotto of sundried tomato, new Zealand pancetta and farmhouse parmesan.
    $ 22
    Risotto of broad beans, spinach and farmhouse parmesan.                                    
     $18.50
     
     
     Desserts
     
     Selection of homemade ice creams.
     $ 15.00
     
    Heilala vanilla creme brulee, pears poached in star anise, liquorice ice cream.
    $ 13.50
     
     Strawberry cheesecake with home made sorbet.
     $ 13.50
     
     Hot chocolate fondant with raspberry ripple ice cream.
    (allow 15 minutes cooking time)
    $ 15.00
     
     Cheese selection, New Zealand and European cheeses served with fruit,
     crackers and Akaroa Quince.
    $ 17.50 for one person, $ 25.00 for two people.


    One payment per table.  

     
    Summary Information  
    Name The Trading Rooms Restaurant and Pantry
    Web Address
    Email Address thetradingrooms@hotmail.com
     
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