Roast Greek Lamb
$45.95
12-hour slow-roasted lamb rump with tzatziki and potatoes
Gluten free
SPARTANGREEK CAFE · RESTAURANT
A family-run, authentic Greek café and restaurant in the heart of Christchurch.
2/574 Colombo Street, Christchurch03 261 6189
Greek Cafe & Restaurant
Welcome to Spartan
Welcome to Spartan, where you'll find a taste of Greece in every bite. Our kitchen cooks the Greek classics — moussaka layered with eggplant and béchamel, spanakopita baked in golden filo, rice-stuffed dolmades, and lamb slow-roasted for twelve hours.
Kalosorisate!
Traditional Flavours, Made to Share
From dips like tzatziki, tirokafteri, hummus and skordalia, to souvlaki platters, Greek orzo bowls and our set feasts for the whole table, every plate is meant for sharing. Finish with baklava or galaktoboureko and a glass of ouzo.
- Family-Run
- Greek Hospitality
- Made to Share
Our Menu
From Our Kitchen
A taste of what's on our menu.
Moussaka
$38.95
Minced beef, eggplant, béchamel and cheese, with salad and potatoes
Souvlaki Platters
from $29.95
Two skewers with chips, salad, pita bread and tzatziki
Greek Orzo Bowls
from $35.95
Prawn, meatball or mushroom, finished with feta
Small Dips with Pita
from $17.95
Choose three or four of our dips
Vegetarian
Galaktoboureko
$15.95
Semolina custard in filo pastry, with ice cream and cream
Feasts Made for Sharing
Bring the whole table. Our set feasts are served to the whole table and built around Greek hospitality — dips, mezze, slow-roasted lamb and dessert.
Whole table only
For 2 or more
The Full Greek
$59.95per person
Minimum 2 people
Whole table only
- 4 dips with pita
- Olives & dolmades
- Village salad & spanakopita
- Roast Greek lamb with roast potatoes
- Baklava
For groups of 4+
Yiayia Feast
$69.95per person
Groups of 4+
Whole table only
- Everything in The Full Greek
- Kalamari
- Yia Yia chips
- Cumin chicken & orzo
- Galaktoboureko
Our Biggest Feast
For groups of 4+
Spartan Warriors Feast
$79.95per person
Groups of 4+
Whole table only
- Everything in the Yiayia Feast
- Garlic prawns
- Keftedakia
- Moussaka
Something for Every Table
Look for vegetarian and gluten-free on our menu.
Please let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary requirements. Most of our dishes can be done gluten free. Please let our staff know.
Spartan · Greek Cafe Restaurant
Make a Reservation
Join us on Colombo Street for lunch or dinner. Walk-ins are always welcome — booking ahead is a good idea for groups and feasts.
Pull up a chair. Take a taste.
Come Join Us at the Table.
Kalosorisate — you're always welcome at our table.
FROM OUR GOOGLE REVIEWS
Reviews
What Our Guests Say
“My son and I are Greek Americans of Spartan descent… The good folks at Spartan were wonderful hosts. … All were excellent … Do yourself a favor and give it a go! You will not be disappointed.”
“Food here is absolutely amazing- authentic Greek food. It reminds us of when we went to Greece. Great flavour, and great options. Highly recommend!!!”
“Had a lovely dinner with the family. Fantastic Spanikopita, mizithiropita, and dolmades for entree and then pork and chicken souvlaki platters for mains. Super tasty, great price.”
“The food here was deliciousssss!! we started with the Saganaki mussels, I had the Kotopoulo Main and my best friend had the Chicken souvlaki platter. The staff here are really kind and attentive also.”
“Food and service was absolutely great for a date night. Atmosphere and authenticity was perfect. Definitely recommend the Haloumi Meli entree.”
“I've been here a number of times and I highly recommend it for delicious greek meals. The Roast Lamb and Mushroom Risotto are deliciously memorable, and every part worth the price.”
“Step through our doors in Christchurch and be welcomed as family.”
Let's Connect With Us
- 03 261 6189
- spartangreekrestaurant@
gmail.com - 2/574 Colombo Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Opening Hours
| Monday | 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 – 3:00 pm, 5:00 – 9:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 12:00 – 3:00 pm, 5:00 – 9:00 pm |
| Thursday | 12:00 – 3:00 pm, 5:00 – 9:00 pm |
| Friday | 12:00 – 3:00 pm, 5:00 – 9:00 pm |
| Saturday | 12:00 – 3:00 pm, 5:00 – 9:00 pm |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 3:00 pm, 5:00 – 9:00 pm |