The Ilex Café is located in one of the most beautiful greenspaces in Christchurch – the Botanical Gardens.
Whether you are strolling through the magnificent gardens, feeding the ducks or visiting the busy playground, the Ilex café is the place to catch up with friends and to enjoy amazing surrounds.
There is a large outdoor eating area, where you can enjoy a smokefree environment whilst having delicious coffee, breakfast, sandwich, light meal, lunch, pastries or selection of cabinet goods.
The Ilex café is also available for hire after 6pm for functions and weddings. There is also beautiful function rooms that can be hired any time of day.
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7 Days: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Closed Christmas Day