Cafe · Christchurch

Ancestral at UC Canty Cafe & Restaurant Menu

Browse the menu at Ancestral at UC Canty Cafe & Restaurant, Christchurch. Find cafe dishes, prices from $10 to $20, popular categories, and dining info before visiting.

16 categories · 82 dishes Ground Floor Ernest Rutherford Building, Ilam, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand Last updated July 2026

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Type Cafe, Restaurant

Rating 4.3 (204 reviews)

Price Range $10 to $20

Popular For Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining

Service Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery

Accessibility Wheelchair accessible

Menu photos

A look at the dishes

Full menu

The full Ancestral at UC Canty Cafe & Restaurant menu

Browse every dish by category — from in-table BBQ cuts to stews, sides and drinks. Prices are shown where available.

玻璃雞 NZ$26.00

Sweet & Sour "Sesame Chicken

Sichuan Spicy "Kung Pao" Stir-Fried Chicken NZ$25.00

Sichuan Chilli Chicken NZ$25.00

Chongqing Chicken Wing Casserole

Stir-Fried Spicy Chicken-Wings Inside Pot NZ$28.00

Spicy Stir-Fried Chicken-Gristle/Cartlidge

Sautéed Chicken W/Spicy Sichuan Pickles

Spicy Oriental Stir-Fried Pork Slices NZ$26.00

Stir-Fried Vermicelli Glass-Noodles W /Oriental Pickled Vege And Pork Slices

Spicy & Sour Sautéed Shredded Pork W /Sliced Veges NZ$25.00

Spicy Pork W/Salted-Fish Pcs & Stewed Eggplants In Casserole Pot NZ$28.00

Menu highlights

Guests often mention

Oolong Milk Tea with White Pearls

Prices & availability

Menu prices range between $10 and $20 but may vary depending on the dish and time. Seasonal items, menu categories, and availability can change without notice. Item-level prices may need confirmation before ordering.

Dining fit

This menu is good for

Lunch
Brunch
Small plates
Groups
Good for working
Casual atmosphere

About this menu

Ancestral at UC Canty Cafe & Restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring cafe and restaurant-style dishes. Menu categories include rice dishes like Stewed Beef Brisket and Teriyaki Chicken, various fried rice options, noodle soups, cold appetizers, and small plates. Beverages include a selection of teas and shakes, supporting a casual dining atmosphere suited for lunch, dinner, and brunch.

Guests often mention the bubble tea and noodle soups as highlights. The menu fits solo diners and groups alike, with options suitable for working on a laptop or enjoying casual meals. Accessibility features and multiple dining services such as dine-in, takeout, and delivery are available.