Christchurch restaurant The Monday Room has been unsuccessful in lease negotiations, causing a temporary closure of its dining room.
Acclaimed Christchurch restaurant The Monday Room has found itself at a “point of pause”, following recent lease negotiations for its dining room, which did not result in a sustainable outcome. It will now enter a period of hiatus.
In a statement on social media, the restaurant’s owners said that while this marked the end of regular service in its dining room for now, it was not the end of The Monday Room. It will continue to welcome guests into the space by appointment for private dining experiences in Little Monday, which was described as a more intimate expression of what the restaurant does, tailored to guest preferences.
“From the very beginning, this space has been about more than just food and wine, it has been about people, connection, and shared moments. Whether you joined us for a quiet dinner, a celebration, or simply a glass of something special, you have been at the heart of everything we’ve done. For that, we are deeply grateful,” the restaurant said in a statement.
The Monday Room’s owners added they were excited to begin a new chapter with “Monday Room at Home”, which will bring their food, wine and hospitality beyond their walls into customers’ homes. More on this initiative will be announced in the future.
At the same time, the restaurant’s owners are actively searching for a new home for The Monday Room.
“This is not the first time we’ve had to move, and we carry with us the confidence that we can do so again. Thoughtfully, and with the same spirit that has always defined us.”
The Monday Room’s owners have recently opened Pasta Pasta right next door. This has introduced modern pasta with vibrant flavours in a relaxed atmosphere. Owner Hannah Cooper-Grieve said the idea for Pasta Pasta was to balance familiarity with a bit of personality.
“We wanted to create a place you could drop into for lunch, meet friends after work, or bring a group without overthinking it.”
The statement said this was a moment for reflection, but also of possibility.
“We are incredibly proud of what has been created over the past decade, and hopeful for what comes next.”
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