The Little BistroAkaroa
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French restaurant · Akaroa

The Little Bistro

33A Rue Lavaud, Akaroa Closed Mondays and Sundays

Opening hours

Right now in Akaroa7:14 pm
Closed Mondays and Sundays
Weekly opening hours for The Little Bistro
MondayClosed
Tuesday5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Wednesday5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Thursday5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Friday5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
SundayClosed

Times shown in New Zealand time. Public holiday hours may differ – call +64 3 304 7314 to check.

About

About The Little Bistro

Tucked into 33A Rue Lavaud, The Little Bistro serves French food to locals and visitors in Akaroa. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.

Diners come here for French food. If it is your first visit, look out for classics of the style such as french onion soup. It is one of 2 French venues we list in Akaroa.

The Little Bistro opens 5 days a week and is closed on Mondays and Sundays. The earliest start is 5:30 pm on Tuesdays, and the latest finish is 8:30 pm on Tuesdays. In total it trades for about 15 hours each week.

For budgeting, French restaurants of this kind in New Zealand typically cost around $40–$70 per person (Mid-to-upper range). The neighbourhood is a busy food area – there are at least 10 other places to eat within a kilometre, so you have plenty of options for drinks before or dessert after.

On the menu

Menu highlights

Popular dishes for this style of French restaurant with typical New Zealand prices.

Full menu guide
PlatsSteak frites

With béarnaise

$36–46

DessertsTarte tatin

Caramelised apple tart

$15–18

EntréesMoules marinières

NZ mussels in white wine

$22–28

EntréesEscargots

Garlic and parsley butter

$18–24

EntréesChicken liver parfait

With brioche

$18–22

PlatsDuck confit

With pommes sarladaises

$36–44

Plan your visit

When is The Little Bistro busiest?

Estimated busy times based on its opening hours and how people usually dine at French restaurants in New Zealand. The gold bar marks the current hour.

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Usually busiest around 7 pm on Saturdays.

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Questions about The Little Bistro

Where is The Little Bistro?

The Little Bistro is at 33A Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, about 200 m from central Akaroa. Use the map on this page for turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are The Little Bistro's opening hours?

The published hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm; Wednesday 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm; Thursday 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm; Friday 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm; Saturday 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm; Sunday Closed. Hours can change on public holidays.

Which days is The Little Bistro closed?

It is normally closed on Mondays and Sundays.

What kind of food does The Little Bistro serve?

French food. See the menu page for typical dishes and price ranges for this style of French restaurant.

How much does it cost to eat at The Little Bistro?

As an estimate, a meal at a French restaurant like this usually costs $40–$70 per person in New Zealand. Prices at the venue may differ.

How can I contact The Little Bistro?

You can call +64 3 304 7314. Tap the phone number on this page to call directly from your mobile.

What other restaurants are near The Little Bistro?

The closest is Akaroa Corner Cafe (50 m away). See the "Nearby" section for more options with distances.

Nearby

More places to eat near The Little Bistro

Closest restaurants, cafes and takeaways, measured in a straight line.

Other French places nearby

French in Akaroa
NameAreaStatusDistance
The Brasserie Kitchen & Wine BarAkaroa–90 m