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Bacon Bros

Name: Bacon Bros
Address: 181 High Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand, Canterbury, NZ
Telephone: 021 287 4375
Location: Bacon Bros
Rating: 4.6

4.6(1,229 reviews on Google)

Bacon Bros was founded by Troy Bilbrough, beginning as a small stall at a farmers' market in 2012. They emphasize fresh, local, and ethical ingredients, crafting diverse beers and passionate BBQ · Winner, Award-winning barbecue experience · Winner, Steak Cookoff Association (SCA) National Champion (New Zealand)

“Bit of a late review but it needed to be done. I would like to highly commend the owner of this establishment for showing his quality and upholding his reputation even if it costs himself. Baconbros…” — Caleb Bromley · “Bacon Bros delivers amazing food with equally amazing service. The team are all smiles, genuinely helpful, and super quick with orders. Everything was smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. Left…” — Lj · “Excellent burger. Fresh and well really well made. I had the Gemstar. Succulent smoked chicken and nicely grilled halloumi. Liked that they had the Gerry’s buns as an option” — Micah

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Their Story

Bacon Bros was founded by Troy Bilbrough, beginning as a small stall at a farmers' market in 2012. The initial concept involved selling "bacon buddies" after Troy observed that pre-packaged bacon wasn't selling well on its own at a market stall. By cooking and serving it, the aroma and taste…

What They Make

Burgers

Andy the Electrician
Bacon Me Crazy
Big Jim
Shane the Legend
Mike the Milkman
The Royal Wagyu
Dad Bod
Ben From Accounts
Vegetarian and vegan burger options (coconut bacon swap available, most burgers can be veganized)

Sides

Hand Cut Fries (made from Agria potatoes, served with house-made aioli and BBQ sauce)
Onion Rings (served with house-made BBQ aioli and BBQ sauce)
Deep-fried cauliflower with maple syrup
Brisket Wontons
Pork Belly Burnt Ends

Catering Bbq Specialties

Smoked Beef Brisket
2" thick reverse-seared ribeye steak
Reverse-seared lamb racks
Wings
Mexicorn Salad with feta and hot sauce
Smoked Mac n' three cheese
Coleslaw
Smoked cherry tomato and quinoa salad with toasted pine nuts and feta

Canapes

Smoked salmon and smoked cream cheese crostinis
Fresh Mozzarella with fresh basil and grilled cherry tomatoes on brochetta
French Fries wrapped in thinly sliced medium rare ribeye steak
Fried chicken
Mozzarella sticks
Cauliflower
Lamb Cutlets

Dessert

Donuts (with a donut board available for hire)

Beverages

Craft beers
Ciders
Wines (available at BEERS by Bacon Bros)

Awards & Recognition

Award-winning barbecue experience — Winner
Steak Cookoff Association (SCA) National Champion (New Zealand) — Winner
Steak Cookoff Association (SCA) New Zealand Representative (United States) — Participant

More from Bacon Bros

Catering for events (staff parties, 21st birthdays, weddings)Craft brewery (Beers by Bacon Bros)

How to Get Their Products

Farmers' Markets

Christchurch Farmers' Market

Canterbury·Sat 9-12

Direct Sales

181 High Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

Online

Online ordering and delivery via Uber Eats (Christchurch), physical store pickup at multiple locations (The Burger Bar, Shaka Bros, BEERS by Bacon Bros), and sales at Christchurch Farmers Market.