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Mad Samurai

A contemporary take on traditional Japanese cuisine in Snickel Lane
Opening hours
Currently closed
Monday: 11:30 am-2:30 pm
Tuesday: 11:30 am-2:30 pm, 5:00 pm-10:00 pm
Wednesday: 11:30 am-2:30 pm, 5:00 pm-10:00 pm
Thursday: 11:30 am-10:00 pm
Friday: 11:30 am-10:00 pm
Saturday: 11:30 am-10:00 pm
Sunday: 11:30 am-3:00 pm
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Tucked away in Snickel Lane, Mad Samurai is a casual eatery serving up much-loved Japanese classics with a contemporary twist.

For lunch and dinner, Mad Samurai specialises in Izakayu-style (shared plates) dining with a focus on Wagyu beef dishes with the meat produced in Canterbury using traditional Japanese techniques. 

Mad Samurai combines quality New Zealand produce with Japanese culinary traditions and excellent service, making every visit to the eatery an exceptional dining experience.

$30 for a Two Course Lunch or $45 for a Two Course Dinner

Options include an assorted plate with edamame, sashimi & tataki and wagyu beef slow cooked shin with rice and miso soup.

Mad Samurai
$30 Two Course Lunch
Entrée
Assorted plate with edamame, sashimi and tataki
Main
Assorted plate with chicken karaage, tempura and wagyu beef croquettes
Drink match recommendation
Black Cottage (Marlborough) Pinot Gris, $16/glass
Black Cottage (Marlborough) Syrah, $16/glass
$45 Two Course Dinner
Entrée
Assorted plate with edamame, tempura, beef tataki and sashimi
Main
Slow cooked Wagyu Beef Shin, simmered in red wine and Hatcho miso sauce
Drink match recommendation
Black Cottage (Marlborough) Pinot Gris, $16/glass
Black Cottage (Marlborough) Syrah, $16/glass

Ts&Cs: Available only with bookings. Available for lunch or dinner.

Park for $2.50 per hour at the Victoria St car park on evenings and weekends. Find out more.

Kids ride free on public transport on weekends and public holidays. Find out more.

Last updated: 16 July 2025

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