Merivale
Merivale Sprig & Fern Tavern
An inner city Christchurch haven.
buy beerThe Merivale Sprig & Fern Tavern oozes charm and graciousness of the early Merivale estates. With classic Sprig & Fern appeal, it is the perfect escape just to the north of the Christchurch city centre.
Your hosts at the Sprig are Chris and Michelle
Both Chris and Michelle are born and bred Cantabrians and even went to the same high school together.
Chris has a history of business ownership and is really enjoying being involved in the hospitality business in recent times.
Michelle has a background working in Laboratories around New Zealand and is the driving force in the operations at the Sprig here in Christchurch.
We look forward to seeing you down at the Sprig and enjoying your company!
How to find us
Trading Hours
Mon-Sun: 12pm-late
Rigger sales available.
What we are about
The best of local offerings
Proudly serving our full range of Sprig & Fern beers and ciders with a great selection of local wines and a selection of freshly prepared meals.
Attractions
Enjoy our Sprig & Fern hospitality in one of the many seating areas whilst drinking one of our award winning brews.
Earn Double Loyalty Points
Monday
Earn rewards on Mondays!
Quiz Night and 2-for-1 Pizza Deal
Tuesday
Join us for a fun quiz night and two pizzas for the price of one!
Happy Hour
Thursday
Enjoy happy hour from 5-6pm!
Sunday Roast
Sunday
Relax with our Sunday Roast for $25 and add dessert for $30.
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We must be doing something right
Genuine Kiwi Taverns
This is the 10th Sprig & Fern Tavern and first in Christchurch. Bringing the Sprig & Fern hospitality to Christchurch including craft brews and our style – no TV, no pokies and no pool tables!
BGNZ Awards
The Sprig & Fern Brewery won 13 medals at the Brewers Guild of New Zealand International Beer Awards in 2018.
HNZ Member
The Merivale Sprig & Fern Tavern is a proud and active member of Hospitality New Zealand.
Real Craft Beers and Ciders
We proudly serve the full range of Sprig & Fern’s consistently good, craft beers and ciders.
Whether you’re partial to a dark porter, a scotch ale, a hoppy IPA or a crisp, refreshing lager, there is a beer here for your taste, and probably a few more besides.
Take home a rigger
Enjoy our products and want to take some home?
No problem, we can fill a rigger of your favourite brew to go. We supply 2 litre plastic riggers, or you can bring your own bottle to be filled.
Full meals and bar snacks available
Meals are available to complement our beers and ciders.
Whether it be aged beef or market fish, we serve great meals to suit your taste buds. Our Chef and his team do an excellent range of bar snacks including Sprig Fries or Pork Scratchings.
Sharing with friends? There are sharing options available too. We can also cater for your functions – please enquire at the bar.
A selection of Nelson’s finest wines
We serve a range of wine, spirits and soft drinks.
Our wines are predominantly sourced locally from the Moutere, Motueka and Waimea region. Soft drinks include our delicious non alcoholic Sprig & Fern ginger beer and a range of fizzy drinks and fruit juices. Tea and coffee is also available.
Gift vouchers
Treat someone today.
Gift vouchers are available to purchase. We can do you a voucher for any amount you like, and it is presented in a gift envelope.
Sponsorship and Community
We are currently seeking opportunities for sponsorship. Please contact the Tavern Manager for information.
