What should I order at Brick Eatery?
Brick Eatery
Lamb Shoulder
Mentioned multiple times as melt-in-the-mouth delicious, perfectly cooked with a touch of sweetness and seasoned well, nearly falling off the bone. It is highly praised as some of the best lamb experienced in New Zealand.
Roast Carrots
Frequently recommended as an excellent side dish, perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, often highlighted as a standout vegetable along with grilled sweetcorn.
Grilled Sweetcorn
Praised alongside roast carrots as extraordinarily delicious and perfectly cooked, making it a favorite vegetable side.
Chocolate Parfait/Chocolate Delice
Desserts such as the Chocolate Parfait and Chocolate Delice are noted as rich, delightful, and a perfect way to end an exceptional meal, indicating the desserts are a highlight rather than an afterthought.
Angus Ribeye with chimichurri and jus
Recommended for its tenderness and unique smoked flavor, paired with excellent vegetable sides.
Confit Mushroom with black garlic, sour cream, and dukkah
Highly praised as an absolutely delicious starter, perfect for sharing, with rich flavors.
Butterflied Gurnard
Described as the best fish in a while, served with amazing Agria Fries that complement the dish very well.
Gnocchi
Noted for being perfectly cooked, contributing to the overall high-quality meal experience.
Tempura Fried Oysters
Recommended as melt-in-your-mouth starters that will not disappoint.
Agria Fries
Highly recommended as amazing when dipped in the sauce served with the Gurnard, a favorite side.
Cheese Scone
Described as really tasty and a good item to try, contributing to the overall positive dining experience.
Brick Breakfast with hollandaise
Praised for excellent quantity and quality, a great option for breakfast.
Charred Mushrooms with sourdough
Recommended breakfast item noted for its quality and flavor.
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 3 PM |
About Brick Eatery
Brick Eatery is a restaurant in Nelson, New Zealand serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. It offers dine-in service with outdoor seating, and the reviews consistently praise the attentive staff, polished service, and well-executed food. Reviewers also frequently mention balanced flavors, thoughtful presentation, generous portions, and a strong dessert and coffee offering. The restaurant is noted for dishes such as cheese scones, lamb shoulder, mussels, beef tartare, venison, and seafood.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Brick Eatery known for?
Brick Eatery is especially known for cheese scones, lamb shoulder, and seafood dishes like mussels and butterflied gurnard. Reviewers also consistently mention the polished service, balanced flavors, and outdoor seating with views, which makes the meal feel more memorable than a standard neighborhood restaurant.
What dishes are most recommended at Brick Eatery?
Reviewers most often highlight the cheese scones, slow-cooked lamb shoulder, butterflied gurnard, and mussels, with the tempura fried oysters, gnocchi, and chocolate desserts also getting strong praise. The sides, especially chips and aioli, grilled sweetcorn, and roasted carrots, are repeatedly described as standouts rather than fillers.
What is the atmosphere like at Brick Eatery?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with a lively but polished feel. It suits groups and couples well, and solo diners are also explicitly catered for, especially if they want attentive service and a seat outside.
Is Brick Eatery good value, and what is the price range?
Brick Eatery is in the NZ$30–80 range, and reviewers call the pricing very reasonable for the quality, portion size, and view. People mention generous servings, big portions, and food that feels carefully executed, which helps justify the higher-end price band.
Do you need a reservation at Brick Eatery?
Yes, reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and some reviewers say to book in advance because tables can be hard to get the same night. That makes planning ahead especially useful if you want an outdoor table or a busy evening slot.
Is parking available at Brick Eatery?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Brick Eatery have vegetarian options?
Yes, Brick Eatery offers vegan options.
Is the food at Brick Eatery halal?
Yes, Brick Eatery serves halal food.
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