Sundays

About Sundays

Sundays is a neighbourhood eatery and drinkery inspired by European dining culture and the relaxed spirit of the weekend. Centred around the communal tradition of sharing a meal, the kitchen serves honest, wood-fired dishes where smoke and open flame elevate thoughtful pizzas, fresh pasta, and seasonal sharing plates.

Whether dropping by for casual drinks, gathering for family meals, or sharing wood-fired fare, Sundays offers an inviting, community-focused setting designed to bring people together over honest food and drink.

Sundays: Wood-Fired Feasts and European Hospitality

Sundays was created around the world’s oldest act of community: sitting down together and sharing a meal. Drawing inspiration from the welcoming neighbourhood eateries of Europe, the restaurant captures that unhurried, laid-back feeling that makes Sunday everyone’s favourite day of the week. There is no pretension here—just honest, straightforward food cooked with care and designed to be enjoyed in good company.

At the core of the dining experience is the belief that great food brings people together. Dishes are designed to be shared across the table, encouraging guests to pass plates, sample different flavours, and linger over a drink without rushing.

The Smoke and Flame of the Wood-Fired Oven

The heart of the kitchen revolves around the wood-fired oven. By using real smoke and open flame, everyday dishes are transformed with deep, blistered crusts and subtle roasted depth. The pizza menu highlights creative combinations alongside timeless standards. Classic Margherita and spicy Pepperoni share the lineup with inventive combinations like the Remarkable Fungi—topped with truffle duxelles, crème fraîche, and confit garlic—and a savoury flatbread pizza featuring Royalburn lamb, capers, and fresh herbs. Gluten-free pizza bases are available, allowing varied dietary needs to be accommodated easily.

Handcrafted pasta dishes receive the same rustic, flavour-forward approach. The kitchen's rigatoni is tossed in rich vodka passata balanced by cooling stracciatella and aromatic basil oil, while the casarecce pairs succulent prawns with savoury pancetta, sweet peas, and a hint of fiery chilli crisp.

From Spritz to Sangria

Sundays is as much a destination for a casual drink as it is for a sit-down meal. The beverage program offers everything from refreshing spritzes to house-made sangrias. Cocktail lovers can explore inventive signatures such as the Chilli Mango Margarita, crafted with tequila, mango nectar, and mango chilli jam, or the decadent Banoffee Pie Martini with vanilla vodka and caramel.

Wine drinkers will find a strong regional selection including Central Otago pinot noirs and aromatic whites, alongside chilled Italian prosecco and craft beers on tap. Those looking for non-alcoholic options are equally well looked after with tailored mocktails, artisan sodas, and fresh filter coffee from Black Lab.

Signature items

• Remarkable Fungi Pizza
• Royalburn Lamb Pizza
• Rigatoni Vodka
• Chilli Mango Margarita
• Nonna’s Meatballs
• Casarecce with Prawns

Menu

Pasta

• Rigatoni — Rigatoni pasta tossed in vodka passata, crème fraîche, almonds, stracciatella, and basil oil.
• Casarecce — Casarecce pasta with rich mornay sauce, prawns, pancetta, sweet peas, and chilli crisp.

Pizza

• Margherita — Traditional tomato base topped with basil and mozzarella.
• Pepperoni — Classic pizza topped with pepperoni, spicy nduja, coppa, and mozzarella.
• Remarkable Fungi — Truffle duxelles, crème fraîche, confit garlic, and mozzarella.
• Zamora Fennel Sausage — Savory fennel sausage, peperoncino, turnip greens, mornay sauce, and mozzarella.
• Royalburn Lamb — Flavourful lamb with olives, capers, fresh herbs, and mozzarella.
• Kumara — Roasted kumara with pesto, broccolini, pine nuts, stracciatella, and chilli.

Sides

• Agria Fries — Golden Agria potato fries served with zesty lemon aioli.
• Baby Cos Salad — Fresh baby cos lettuce tossed with black garlic, breadcrumbs, and parmesan.
• Brussels Sprouts — Roasted Brussels sprouts with hazelnuts, apple butter, and honey mustard.

Hot Drinks

• Black Lab Fresh-Brewed Filter Coffee — Freshly brewed filter coffee roasted by Black Lab.
• Webster’s Loose Leaf Tea — Selection of breakfast, earl grey, sencha, or peppermint teas.

Start & Share

• Warm Sicilian Olives — Warm Sicilian olives dressed with citrus, garlic, and chilli.
• Wood-Fired Flatbread — Fresh flatbread baked with extra virgin olive oil and sea salt.
• Wood-Fired Flatbread with Tuscan Cheese — Wood-fired flatbread served with Tuscan cheese, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach.
• Nonna’s Meatballs — Tender meatballs cooked in pomodoro sauce and topped with pecorino.
• Zamora Venison Salami — Cured venison salami accompanied by giardiniera, mustard, and turnip greens.
• Tuna Carpaccio — Thinly sliced tuna served with olive, potato, egg, green beans, and tomato.
• Calamari Fritti — Crispy fried calamari served with spring onions and lemon aioli.

Signature Cocktails

• Chilli Mango Margarita — Tequila shaken with mango chilli jam, mango nectar, and fresh lime.
• Rosé Sangria — Berries, rosé wine, brandy, lychee, and grapefruit.
• White Sangria — Green apple, sauvignon blanc, gin, and delicate elderflower.
• Banoffee Pie Martini — Vanilla vodka blended with banana liqueur, vermouth, and caramel.
• Aperol Crumble — Tequila, Aperol, apple, lime, cinnamon, and soda.
• Mulled Wine — Warm red wine infused with brandy, orange, vanilla, and aromatic spices.

Kids Club (Under 12s)

• Kids Combo Deal — Choice of a kids pizza or pasta, a drink, and a dessert sundae.
• Kids Margherita Pizza — Simple kid-sized cheese and tomato pizza.
• Kids Cheesy Bread Pizza — Toasted flatbread pizza layered with melted cheese.
• Kids Ham & Pineapple Pizza — Classic ham and pineapple topping on a kid-sized crust.
• Kids Cheesy Pasta — Tender pasta tossed in a creamy cheese sauce.
• Kids Tomatoey Pasta — Kid-friendly pasta coated in a mild tomato sauce.
• Vanilla Gelato — Scoop of creamy vanilla gelato.
• Lemon Sorbet — Refreshing dairy-free citrus sorbet.
• Ice-Cream Sundae — Ice cream topped with crunchy cookie crumble.

Mocktails & Non-Alcoholic

• Mangolada — Mango nectar, charred pineapple syrup, coconut, and lemon.
• Florito — Elderflower, fresh lemon, mint, and soda.
• Pete’s Natural Pink Lemonade — Artisan bottled pink lemonade.
• Sidekick Natural Soda – Pear — Refreshing naturally brewed pear soda.
• Almighty Passionfruit Sparkling Water — Lightly flavoured sparkling water.
• Homegrown Juice — Freshly bottled apple or orange juice.

Classic Cocktails & Spritz

• Classic Margarita — Tequila, triple sec, fresh lime, and sugar.
• Coconut Margarita — 1800 coconut tequila, curaçao, lime, and sugar.
• Espresso Martini — Absolut Vanilia vodka, Mr. Black coffee liqueur, and Black Lab espresso.
• Aperol Spritz — Aperol, prosecco, and sparkling soda.
• Limoncello Spritz — Limoncello, prosecco, and soda.

Frequently asked questions

What style of food does Sundays serve?

Sundays serves European-inspired neighbourhood fare centred on wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta, and shared appetisers.

Are there vegetarian and vegan options available?

Yes, the menu includes dedicated vegetarian and vegan options, such as the warm Sicilian olives, wood-fired flatbreads, and the kumara pizza.

Can I get gluten-free dishes?

Gluten-free pizza bases are available on request, and several pasta, sharing, and side plates are marked as having no gluten added.

Is there a kids menu available?

Yes, Sundays offers a dedicated Kid’s Club menu for children under 12, featuring kid-sized pizzas, pastas, desserts, and a combo deal.

Do you offer takeaway?

Yes, takeaway orders can be placed for convenient pickup.

Is there a surcharge on public holidays?

Yes, a 15% surcharge applies on all public holidays.

Tips

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Good to know

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