Jaba Grill and Bar

Jay opened the doors of Jaba Grill and Bar on Lichfield Street in 2018 with the dream for it to become the best steak house in Christchurch, bringing with him 25 years of hospitality excellence & experience in Auckland, Sydney & Port Macquarie.

Since then Jaba has grown from local favourite to one of the most talked about spots for steak in Christchurch. As a prime cut steakhouse, we’ve climbed the ranks to become Christchurch’s #1 steakhouse on Google and TripAdvisor, consistently holding a spot in the city’s top 5 restaurants since 2020. In 2022, we were also named one of New Zealand’s Top 10 Hidden Gems. Along with his wife Monica, Jay is often on the floor ensuring customers receive his humorous and attentive service making Jaba a place where all are welcome, offering the best of kiwi hospitality.