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RAISING THE BAR 068 WHCHC
Those who like to imbibe in swank surrounds where exotic cocktail lists meet craft beers, fine Kiwi wines and savvy service are in for a treat, with Christchurch rocking some seriously swishy bar action. You’ll find the slinky, speakeasy cool of O.G.B resplendently housed in the grand, sandstone glory of the iconic, heritage-listed Old Government Building that’s perched on the corner of Cathedral Square. Look for the mint, Bugsy Malone-style Austin out front to discover retro-hip bar staff rocking suspenders and bowlers dispensing classic cocktails, craft beers and Kiwi wines for a night of old-skool magic. Historic New Regent Street is home to The Last Word, an intimate and beautiful whisky and cocktail lounge where you can enjoy a fine selection of craft beers, New Zealand wines and a wealth of hand-picked whiskies. In Poplar Street, four-bar venue Dux Central consists of London-esque craft beertopia Brew Bar, the swank sophistication of the Emerald Room next door, 1920s speakeasy-fuelled cocktails and swagger at neighbouring The Poplar Social Club and the upstairs king hit that is The Upper Dux’s funky sun-drenched/after-dark space, featuring a deck with serious attitude. Tucked down an unassuming High Street alley you’ll find the pimped-up industrial chic of
01 — Bloody Mary’s
02 — Terrace Tavern
