South Of India

South Of India The Real Taste of India Our menu is not only a showcase for regional Indian cooking, but also a showcase for Hossain and Janavi undoubted skills as chefs.

We invite you to embark on a culinary journey of the Indian Subcontinent and explore the many regional styles of cooking that India has to offer. Our cuisine is based on most popular dishes of five Southern states in India and few dishes of Northern discover for yourself the hidden flavours and aromas of individually prepared dishes from these regions. We are operating since 3rd July 2009, under t

he guidance of Chef Hossain Khan and Chef Janavi Prasad; we are pleased to offer an exciting menu which we really hope will elevate your tastebuds to a spiritual level. A talented and well travelled chef with an immense passion for Indian food, Hossain worked in top restaurants and five star Hotels in South India. From the subtle spicing of Mugals, Maharajas to latest Nizam influenced North and South Indian grills and from kormas to the fierier South Indian style of cooking using coconut, tamarind and chilli, we offer a menu to cater for all palates. With individual spicing and preparation each of our dishes displays unique tastes. For seafood aficionados we have dishes from coastal Goa and the serene backwaters of Kerala. Our vegetarian and non-vegetarian selection is sourced from all over the Indian Sub-continent; try our Dal Makhani (Punjabi slow cooked lentils) to Chepa Pulusu (Fish Curry from Andhra Pradesh). We do have very popular dishes from which you never tasted in any other restaurant. We are especially thankful to customers who supported and are still supporting us through years. We hosted charity functions, large bookings and we have designed our menu suitable for large and small group bookings as well. We don’t boost ourselves by saying that we are the best, but on the policy of Quality, Reasonability and Affordability we do the best. We are the only Indian restaurant in town to offer free pick up and drop-off to our customers when dining in (evening diners only) eliminating the risk of drink driving and saving you money on a taxi fare. If you want to enjoy a great evening out and leave your car at home please mention this service to our friendly staff when making your booking (Conditions Apply). Our wine list has been specially created to compliment our food menu. Most wine gurus agree only carefully selected wines can be suitable partners for Indian cuisine. We have gone one step further and compiled a list which matches our style of cooking. With a strong New World bias, our whites are mainly fresh and aromatic, our reds are fruit driven, our beers are internationally recognised and we do have in-house made non-alcoholic beverages. We offer several wines by the glass so experiment it and let us know what you think. "you are the boss"! So go a head and match your food with your favourite wine.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Wonderful New Brighton Community for 18 Years and 9 Days of Support.(New Brighton, South Br...
02/04/2026

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Wonderful New Brighton Community for 18 Years and 9 Days of Support.
(New Brighton, South Brighton, Southshore, Northshore, Waimairi, Parklands, Wainoni, Aranui)
Dear Valued Customers and Supporters,
As we conclude this chapter at our Pierside Build location in New Brighton, we want to take a moment to sincerely thank you from the whole South Of India team.
Your amazing support has been the true heartbeat of our restaurant. The kindness, loyalty, and warmth you’ve shown us over the years have touched us deeply and made every day meaningful.
This isn’t farewell forever—we’re simply stepping back to focus on growth and improvements. We’re excited about what’s ahead and fully intend to return to the Garden City stronger, better, and even bigger when the time is right.
Looking Forward
• We remain committed to the authentic flavours, quality, and friendly service you love.
• Follow us on social media for updates on our journey and our eventual comeback.
• Every order, kind review, and recommendation you’ve shared has meant the world to us.
Thank you for welcoming us, for your encouragement, and for being part of our story. We can’t wait to serve you again soon!
With deepest gratitude,
The South Of India Team
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217 Marine Parade (for now!) – and see you again in New Brighton!

17/02/2026

Vaccancy for 2 chef and Kitchen Hand Candidates must have minimum 10 years work experience in Indian Ala cart Kitchen as chef and ability to maintain quality of work in under pressure and must have knowledge about South Indian Cuisine at-least 5 years.
The selected person must have:
- self-motivation and the ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment.
- Excellent attention to detail
- Good communication skills and be able to work in a team
- Organised, honest and reliable.
- Prepare and cook meals according to customers' orders for Dine-in.
- Cook bulk food for events.
- Arrange food on plates.
- Periodically evaluate popularity of menus to ensure profitability.
- Train, supervise and if necessary, discipline junior kitchen staff.
- Ensure that work areas are always clean, hygienic and tidy.
- Order and purchase food supplies and cooking equipment as required.
- Supervise and assign cleaning and dishwashing tasks.
- Ensure proper record keeping of supplies and stock.
- Maintain proper stock levels.
- Ensure kitchen compliance with health and safety regulations.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency. Please we need only Curry chef with South Indian experience.

01/01/2026

The period spanning 2009 to 2019 was truly remarkable for us. We are grateful for the enthusiasm and hope that characterised the New Brighton suburban community; memories of which, though potentially fading, remain treasured. To our customers and friends, we offer our deepest gratitude for the support you've provided us over the years. We also appreciate those who've supported New Brighton and apologise for any oversights. The Guy Fawkes Night, thanks to Treetech and Project Brighton, saw a significant turnout of about 56,000 people, the largest since 2010. DCL's contributions to Brighton Beach, including a children's park and the whale pool's redecoration, have been truly appreciated.

As we move forward, the start of 2026 feels like a continuation of the celebrations. Happy New Year! May your life be filled with the vibrancy of fireworks. We thank our loyal customers for making 2026 memorable and look forward to serving you in the future.

In South Of India, enjoy lunch specials from $10 and weekend deals starting at $10. Our doors are open for lunch from 12 PM to 2 PM and dinner from 5 PM to 9 PM. Please call 033880898 for bookings.

Address

217 Marine Parade, New Brighton
Christchurch
8061

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Tuesday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9:30pm
Sunday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm

Telephone

+6433880898

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