Botanist is a plant-filled brunch cafe at 173 Papanui Road in Merivale, Christchurch, on the suburb's main strip. The seasonal menu includes house-made granola and smoothie bowls, and the cafe is tagged for brunch and healthy eating. Its opening hours are 7am to 4pm on Monday to Friday, and 8am to 3pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Customers praise the attentive staff, the food and the cocktails, and one calls a lunch a lavish one. Another found the food tasty and the space long, with simple tables. One reviewer asked for shared plates as entrees, then mains, and the request was discussed at length. Customers also mention the cafe for corporate events and say the venue is smooth to run for groups. Our pick in Merivale for a brunch with a cocktail on Papanui Road.