Tasteful Seconds By Kyrsta Lynn
+4
We came here for the $20 lamb roast on Sundays. It included veggies, Yorkshire pudding, lamb, potatoes, and gravy. Delightful meal and tasty wine to go along. The lamb was cooked perfectly and can't wait to go here another time to try out one of their other meals.
I found this restaurant about two years ago by accident and loved it so much that I always remembered it as a place with good memories.
The last time I’ve been here was last year May, but the most recent review sounded like they had a horrible experience. I was also a little bit worried because the restaurant was under a new management.
But it was just the way I remembered. Staff were so friendly and the service was good.
What I love the most is the vintage interior. I mean, it could have been a family house. An actual fireplace is on during winter nights making the room very cozy and warm. Fairy light decorations outside the building is very charming and looks festive. The tables are pretty old (in a good way) and the whole place has that wooden/rustic touch.
This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts and drinks including tea, so it’s perfect for any time of the day. I love coming here especially on a rainy day.
Thanks so much ! :)
Been going to the Wine Box for more than a decade. Had dinner in Feb 2019. The new owners are wonderful. Atmosphere still casual and eclectic. Steak is exceptional. Fresh vegetables. Big portions. Very tasty. Desserts are brilliant. One of the best places in North Shore!
Nice local menu. Cozy & comfy local atmosphere and most of time- friendly staff.
It’s quite far from the city but always pleasant to visit on a quite day time! ( or even for dinner!!)
This was a great place to eat- very atmospheric and great food. I had the pork belly which was delicious, and the tiramisu which was a bit too creamy, hence the 4 stars. The service was lovely, and the restaurant had a great buzz!
We visited the wine box for my girlfriend's 30th birthday looking to make it a very special occasion. Our group had over 20 people so we were offered a set menu tailored to our needs that provided two courses of Entree & Main along with plenty of sides to go around.
The staff at the Wine Box really went the extra mile to incorporate all of our requests with Lenka helping with all the organizing up front then Michelle being the star of the show on the night.
We arranged to bring in a large format bottle of Champagne early for a toast, which they ensured was chilled for us, and our own birthday cake to go around for dessert.
They provided an amazingly decorated table with and extra bits an pieces like some photo props, large "3" & "0" helium balloon, a canvas for everyone to sign and write a Birthday message and it all added up to make a very special night.
P.S. The food was also amazing and could not be faulted plus the wine selection was amazing.
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I've rated it five but I would give it 4.5 if there were the option but overall I love it.
The first time I went, the restaurant didn't do takeaway but they bothered to accommodate us. They were so meticulous putting everything into a little cup or box for us. I'm a diabetic and I went low while waiting and the lady brought some food out for me as well. The lamb roast is absolutely delicious and so perfect, same with the mash and mac and cheese.
We also went tonight ordered the same everything for my husbands birthday and it was as great as last time, the food was amazing kiwi food. The ambiance is kind of like a little cafe situated in a New Zealand or Australian vineyard.
I do see that this place used to have exotic meats like kangaroo, crocodile and ostrich, if I had any criticism I would love to see more of this back on the menu again, just because I like to try new meats and it can be great to have that option.
This place is a great option for a foodie like me, when I just want something local with ambiance, good service and good food. Also I am very happy to see them on uber eats now, will be ordering. I will definitely go back again...and again.
Food: steak and pasta were delicious
Service: service was very good, polite and attentive.
Good for kids?: Maybe. Although no kids menu, they are very accommodating to making simpler versions of existing menu items. But it doesn’t always turn out great. My daughter wanted cheese burger so they made one without all the usual fixings, the patty turned out to be very dry and the cheese was a clump hanging off the side. Even the buns were dry and hard. Needless to say, it was not very tasty.
Fantastic all round as usual. I thought I would break away from my same as as always and had a steak instead - cooked to perfection! Even though the restaurant was packed (when isn't it?) the service was prompt, efficient and as warm as always. I almost wished it had taken longer so I could tick off a few more of those wines!
until next time winebox!
Had a great meal with my husband. The Valentines menu had a variety of options. My husband had the duo of venison and ostrich. very tender. I had the prawn cutlets which were beautifully cooked. For the main meal we both had the beef eye fillet which was cooked to perfection. It was accompanied with a dish of veges, beans, carrots and cauliflower. Desert followed with a chocolate and raspberry tart for me and a citrus tart for my husband. Our meals couldn't be faulted. We weren't rushed at all. The waitress was a bubbly polite young lady, her service was superb. We have been to this restaurant many, many times and have never been disappointed with any of our meals. We have been for lunch and dinner. It has a lovely relaxed atmosphere and is very welcoming.
The steaks are really good, the mushrooms sauce was FANTASTIC, a little bit disappointed that they didn't have any of the two entrees that we wanted to try, also the wine list could be a little be more extensive.
Love this place. Old school and true to the original character of Albany. Good, honest food and great wine. Their signature dish of chicken livers was delicious and the waitress was lovely.
Comments about this restaurant are really polarized,but I don’t regret about my choice😄Flat bread is amazing,while fish of the day is average.
Loved it here food was food we had pizza.. And quiet I will go back pizza was yummy and staff very attentive
Paul and Jayne Wheeler
+5
This meal was outstanding. We had the lamb cutlets with garlic green beans and potato gratin and slow braised beef cheeks with celeriac puree and roast carrots. Everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Service was great. A really nice ambience with a real fire and to top it off a great selection of wines and amazing value. We rarely give reviews but this was so great it was worthy of one. Highly recommend!
What an amazing meal. The best Lemon Pepper Squid ever! The food and favours were fantastic and the portion sizes were just right. Roast Lamb & Braised Beef Cheeks and finished off with the Ginger poached pear. Great meal and priced nicely. Will definitely be back!!!
We were very impressed with this lovely place. We hadn't booked and were a group of six, but they welcomed us in and we had a fabulous meal. The lady who served us was hospitable and had a good knowledge of the menu and any queries we had. Will go back when next in Auckland.
I was very surprised at this little out of the way restaurant. Having a real roaring fire at your back is always a good start. As this was a semi business meeting it was awesome to be in a restaurant where you could hold a conversation without yelling. The wait staff were very efficient and the meal was excellent. Overall an excellent find.
Local restaurant we hadnt been to for a while so decided to give it a try. Easy parking and nice to sit outside while it is still warm enough. Menu was nothing special and really couldn't see anything that stood out. Ordered.pasta found this very bland. Husband meal of fish was nice and sons pizza was pretty good..
We had a birthday dinner for a party of 4 two months ago. The set menu was great value for money and delicious with the wine pairing recommended by the waiter making the experience so much more enjoyable. The service was outstanding. We will be back!
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