Popped in for a drink after dinner at Mexicano's and it's safe to say The Dirty Land is something else. As soon as you walk through the door an immediate polished, refined and lux experience begins. It's truly novel (at least in Christchurch) to see not only the patrons dresses to the nines but also the bar staff. It took me a bit by surprise seeing bartenders in tailored three pieces but it was a welcome sight compared to most hospo uniforms. The staff are all friendly and have a wealth of knowledge about the products sold behind the bar. What impressed us the most was not the Armani he was wearing but how the bartender took the time to listen to what we wanted and delivered.

We stayed for a few rounds and opted to sit in their covered outside area next to one of the fire pits. This bar definitely feels expensive without being too unreasonable, the inside interior is dim and moody adding to the underlining seductive ethereal tones. This bar isn't the biggest either with maybe room for 85 people max which again adds a feeling of exclusivity. 

TDL is the perfect place for after work drinks, impressing a client or grabbing a swanky cocktail with the girls. A collared shirt and dress shoes are a must as I was feeling absolutely out of place in a t-shirt and jeans.

Unfortunately, this fine establishment doesn't offer full sized mains (yet) however their back snacks are prepared in the Mexicano's kitchen. Make sure you get the Fried Chicken next time you're in it's delicious.