The Restaurant space at Bar Franco
Restaurant in Christchurch
Upstairs at Bar Franco, our restaurant level offers a warm and lively dining room designed for long dinners, shared plates, and good conversation.
Located at The Crossing in central Christchurch, the space brings together seasonal Italian dishes, flowing wine, and the relaxed atmosphere that defines the Bar Franco experience.
Whether you're joining for dinner with friends, a group celebration, or a private event, the restaurant is built for evenings that unfold naturally; great food, great drinks, and a room that feels alive.
Our upstairs dining room combines intimate booths, flexible tables, and a layout designed for both relaxed dinners and larger gatherings.
Natural light fills the room during early evening service, while the warm lighting and open dining floor create a lively atmosphere as the night unfolds.
With seating for around 120 guests, the space works beautifully for group dining, celebrations, and private events that bring people together around the table.
At the heart of the restaurant is our Italian-inspired menu.
Seasonal dishes, handmade pasta, and shareable plates designed for the table.
Expect bold flavours, quality local produce, and the kind of food that turns dinner into a full evening.
From pasta and antipasti to cocktails, wine, and late-night desserts, the experience is built around the simple idea that great food is meant to be shared.
The restaurant level seats up to 120 guests, with flexible tables that can be arranged for group dinners, celebrations, or larger bookings.
For bigger gatherings, both levels of Bar Franco can be used together, combining the restaurant dining room with the bar space downstairs.
The restaurant level can also be reserved for group dining, private dinners, and special celebrations.
For guests searching for restaurants with private rooms in Christchurch or a restaurant event space for a gathering, the upstairs dining room offers a relaxed setting without the formality of a traditional function venue.
It’s well suited to birthday dinners, corporate meals, engagement celebrations, and group events where food and atmosphere matter just as much as the occasion itself.
Downstairs, our bar level offers a more energetic atmosphere built around cocktails, music, and social gatherings.
With a large feature bar, booth seating, and space for up to 100 standing guests, it’s the perfect setting for drinks, celebrations, and lively evenings.