Amaterrace Teppanyaki

japanese restaurant — Christchurch CBD · Christchurch

About Amaterrace Teppanyaki

Amaterrace Teppanyaki is a Japanese steakhouse located on Level 1 of The Terrace at 134 Oxford Terrace, in the heart of Christchurch City Centre. The restaurant specialises in teppanyaki-style Japanese cooking and is open seven days a week, with both lunch and dinner service available Monday through Saturday and dinner only on Sundays.

Lunch service runs from 11:30am to 2:30pm and includes appetisers and set menu options. Dinner service begins at 5:30pm and runs through to late, with a full dinner menu, drinks menu, and cocktail menu. Online reservations can be made directly through the website, and gift vouchers are available for purchase.

Amaterrace Teppanyaki is listed on TripAdvisor and is positioned as a destination dining experience in central Christchurch, combining the theatre of teppanyaki cooking with a Japanese steakhouse menu in a city centre setting.

Amaterrace Teppanyaki Christchurch: Japanese Steakhouse on Oxford Terrace With Lunch & Dinner Service

Amaterrace Teppanyaki is a Japanese steakhouse situated on Level 1 of The Terrace at 134 Oxford Terrace, right in the centre of Christchurch. The restaurant specialises in teppanyaki — the Japanese style of cooking on an iron griddle at the table — and operates as a full-service dining destination with both lunch and dinner sessions, a drinks menu, and a cocktail list.

The location on Oxford Terrace places it in one of central Christchurch's main dining and hospitality strips, making it accessible from the city's central precinct. The restaurant is on the first floor of The Terrace complex.

Lunch and Dinner Sessions

Amaterrace Teppanyaki is open seven days a week, with lunch service running Monday to Saturday from 11:30am to 2:30pm. Sunday lunch is not available — the restaurant opens for dinner service only on Sundays. Dinner begins at 5:30pm and runs until late across all seven days.

The lunch menu includes appetisers and set menu options, making it a viable midday option for people working or visiting the city centre. The dinner menu is a broader offering consistent with a full Japanese steakhouse experience, accompanied by a drinks menu and a dedicated cocktail list.

Menu details — including specific dishes and pricing — are published as images on the Amaterrace website at amaterrace.co.nz/menu, where the full lunch, dinner, drinks, and cocktail menus can be viewed.

Booking, Vouchers & Contact

Online reservations can be made directly through the Amaterrace website via the booking system. For groups or special occasions, this is the recommended approach rather than walking in without a booking, given the nature of teppanyaki service.

Gift vouchers are also available for purchase online — a practical option for birthdays, anniversaries, or any occasion where a restaurant experience makes a meaningful gift.

The restaurant can be reached by phone on 03 365 2626. Amaterrace Teppanyaki is also listed on TripAdvisor, where reviews can be found under the Christchurch restaurant listings.

Signature items

  • Teppanyaki Dining Experience
  • Dinner Service
  • Lunch Service
  • Cocktail Menu
  • Gift Vouchers

Menu

Lunch

  • Lunch Appetisers — Lunch appetiser selection
  • Lunch Set Menu — Set menu options for lunch service

Dinner

  • Dinner Menu — Full teppanyaki dinner menu — see menu images on website for current items

Drinks

  • Drinks Menu — Full drinks selection
  • Cocktail Menu — Cocktail list

Frequently asked questions

Is Amaterrace Teppanyaki open for lunch?
Yes — lunch is served Monday to Saturday, 11:30am to 2:30pm. Sunday lunch is not available; the restaurant opens for dinner only on Sundays.
What time does dinner service start?
Dinner service begins at 5:30pm and runs until late, seven days a week.
Where is Amaterrace Teppanyaki located?
Level 1, The Terrace, 134 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch City Centre.
Can I make a reservation online?
Yes — online reservations can be made through the Amaterrace website (amaterrace.co.nz).
Are gift vouchers available?
Yes — gift vouchers can be purchased online via the website.
Does Amaterrace have a cocktail menu?
Yes — a dedicated cocktail menu is available alongside the full drinks menu at dinner.
How do I contact Amaterrace Teppanyaki?
By phone on 03 365 2626.

Tips

  • {"body":"Teppanyaki restaurants are typically structured around table sittings with live cooking. Booking online via the Amaterrace website is strongly recommended, especially for weekends or groups.","title":"Book ahead — don't walk in without a reservation"}
  • {"body":"Amaterrace does not serve lunch on Sundays. If you're planning a Sunday visit, arrive from 5:30pm onwards for dinner service.","title":"Sunday is dinner only"}
  • {"body":"Full menu details — including dishes and pricing — are available as images on the Amaterrace website at amaterrace.co.nz/menu. Checking ahead means you can plan your order before you arrive.","title":"Check the menu images on the website before you go"}
  • {"body":"Amaterrace sells gift vouchers online. If you're buying for someone who lives near central Christchurch, a teppanyaki dinner voucher is a more specific gift than a generic restaurant card.","title":"Gift vouchers make a practical present for the hard-to-buy-for"}

Good to know

  • {"family":"Teppanyaki cooking at the table makes it an interactive dining experience suitable for groups and special occasions"}