4 restaurant menus in New Zealand, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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"The highlights were definitely the Cloudy Bay Clam pasta, puff bread and the abundance of wine choices!
Also a shout out to the steak and the..."
J M
"Esther was such a fabulous restaurant to stumble upon! A lovely walk along the Auckland marina led us here, and we’re so glad it did.
Even without..."
Judah Joseph
"I was invited to celebrate my birthday at Esther restaurant and my first bad experience at Esther was forgotten at all .
I found a friendly staff..."
Rebeca Rojas
"Had my 22nd birthday dinner here and everything was perfect, from the food to the service, to the ambience. Vibes fr, highly recommend. The clam..."
Brianne Hernandez
"Esther’s $65 Restaurant Month deal is so worth it, come give it a go and you won’t regret it! Special highlights were the puff pastry and sticky..."
Natasha Ong
"Beautiful place with delicious food and drinks. The service was outstanding and the waitress we had was well versed in the menu and had great..."
Bridgette
"Vanya was the stand out waitress and server for the whole dining experience. Her awesome and impeccable service coupled with a genuine interest and..."
Samuel Ong
"The snacks are great but the mains we chose did not meet our expectations. The duck was great though.
Also not sure if it is good value for money if..."
Tshepang .Afrika
"A beautifully designed restaurant with incredibly tasty food. Excellent service and unique presentation of dishes. However, the portions are small,..."
Mai Srugo
"Very nice place with attentive knowledgeable staff. Food was really nice but quite small portions even when their menu and staff say they are large. ..."
Jeffrey B
"Went to Esther with a couple of friends for dinner. Staff were very attentive and helpful. Restaurant decor was great.
Food - we ordered 2 pasta..."
cindy shum
"Enjoyed the feasting menu for a Christmas function. Food was good, decor great and the staff super attentive in the restaurant. The baked saganaki..."
Anna Pomeroy
"First of all, I’m shocked there’s no Yelp page for this restaurant. I guess it doesn’t matter. This place is incredible! We loved it! The food..."
Jim Minkey
"We celebrated our anniversary at Esther. I would say the food was fantastic !! We ordered the restaurant of the month menu and ordered the extras..."
Alexandra Kumaran
"Paid a visit to Esther’s during my stay at QT Auckland. The fittings and atmosphere is absolutely amazing and all staff were super attentive and..."
Ruth Li
"The food was awesome especially the puff bread and the apple pie ! The staff was very nice and kept asking if our food was alright. Overall it was..."
Jessie Guo
"Absolutely love this restaurant. We made a last minute decision to have a late dinner after walking past and the hostess was super accommodating,..."
"Pretty good place, very cute place for a couple or date. We came in a big group and it catered very well!
We had the set menu which was a OK amount..."
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"The best way to say goodbye to our New Zealand trip! The dinner at Ada was an incredible experience, the place was very cool, the stuff super..."
Marina Caimel
"Managed to skip the reservation and crash this eclectic offering. Wonderful old church, a little spooky which adds to the appeal. Food offerings were..."
Robert Kowalchuk
"Lovely staff throughout our arrival and service. I initially felt a bit unsure sitting on the high chairs by the chef but it ended up being quite..."
Ash Winter
"The long lunch is a must of you're in Auckland! They under charge it's ridiculous. Get there before the prices go up. Service was amazing and the..."
june lesa
"My one and only suggestion for Sunday brunch in Auckland. Delicious food, exquisite atmosphere. (I think the building used to be a monastery.) Arty,..."
The Translator
"I had the Sunday set menu while staying at the Convent hotel, and enjoyed every single course.
Normally this is a sharing menu, but as I was..."
Katie McGarvey
"Amazing experience , delicious food, friendly staff. Paua pasta is a must.
One of the best meals I had in Auckland. Highly..."
Natalia Croon (Natasha)
"Stunning venue, stunning service and stunning food! Might honestly be the best restaurant in Auckland and I’ve eaten at a lot of places in..."
Angelise Mariu
"Who’d have thought Brussel sprouts could taste soooo good! Beautiful surroundings in this fantastically set out restaurant. Everything on the menu..."
Adrian Collins
"The former convent-turned-restaurant exudes an irresistible charm that captivates your attention from the moment you step through the front door. The..."
Alex S
"A great setting, in a building and fit-out pretty unique in Auckland. The menu is really interesting, with Italian dishes cooked with Maori..."
Michel Gehin
"We had a great Sunday lunch set menu. The food was delicious—each course seemingly more delicious than the last!
The decor and space is beautiful..."
Darren Wood
"Superb food (interesting italian/maori fusion) in a beautiful setting. Excellent sommelier. If the weather is up to it, have a drink beforehand..."
Aaron B
"This evening out was a treat and they lived up to our expectations. We had been recommended this place by friends and the service/food was..."
Shaun & Rita Eastell
"What an awesome place for a meal. We loved the atmosphere, the service from our waiter Glen was 1st class and the food from Head chef was..."
David Fletcher
"We had a Friday lunch with 5 shared dishes pp $55. Appetizer was seared tuna on toast, was a bit fishy and toast was tough not crispy. Main was very..."
Joy Wang
"We loved the bar and restaurant setting, the food was impeccable, we got the shared menu. Although felt the dessert was small and..."
"One of the best Vietnamese places I’ve been in New Zealand. Good authentic tasty food, great service, nice cozy ambience. The owners are very nice,..."
Lucy Duong
"This is my favourite cafe in Auckland best Eggs Benedict ever! Great coffee, friendly staff and great..."
Brett Archer
"Gorgeous food, big back garden and old-school Ponsonby cafe atmosphere. The staff are equally lovely. Can't wait to come..."
Lena Erakovich
"Cool ambience, friendly host and really superb food with interesting menu...."
Ian McColl
"Just had the most delicious meal at Fusion! The prawn and mango salad was soooo good, really flavoursome and fresh. Found my new favourite Vietnamese..."
Maia Ratana
"Just had a beautiful smoothie from here. Fantastic customer..."
Sara Knight
"Kid friendly, yummy food and relaxed courtyard..."
Shelley Cahill
"Great food and staff. I love the french toast every time i..."
Geoff Gunn
"Food was amazing, service impeccable and we love their charming outdoor dining area. Sandwich lovers: try their roasted veggie focacia, you won't be..."
Johnny Kang
"Really yummy! I got the avocado on toast which came with a super delicious dressing on top. The bread was quite hard and really challenging to cut..."
Megan Browne
"Good..."
Sean Narayan
"Very helpful friendly service. One of the best Bahn Mi in town. Full of flavour with a crispy bread crust. The fusion breakfast was good also. The..."
Sorry_vonguenumber
"Came here to try their Bahn Mi and oh god it was delicious. The bread was warm and crispy, the meat was seasoned well and it’s so cheap!!..."
SpoonMe
"Took a while for my drink to come out but understand as it was lunchtime. Menu varied and who cant go past the bahn mi. On this occasion only a..."
Mary Underwood
"One of the best Vietnamese places I’ve been in New Zealand. Good authentic tasty food, great service, nice cozy ambience. The owners are very nice,..."
Lucy Duong
"What I absolutely loved about this cafe was the amazing garden area, it had a great homely quality with a bright and beautiful garden that was full..."
Briar McGlynn
"This is a cosy little cafe with a lovely fireplace going for cold winter days like today. I came here during work lunch break and got the vegetarian..."
Lucyeatsakld
"Best Bahn Mi's that I have had in Auckland. Under $10 and fresh daily, can't beat it for lunch. Indoor fireplace for winter / an outdoor garden in..."
Scotsman
"Love the atmosphere of this cafe so chilled and coffee is amazing too! It's served at the correct temperature so you can enjoy it immediately. Great..."
Christine Hing
"We were gratefully able to reserve a table on Saturday lunch time for a special family celebration (for 10 adults 2 kids). The staff sat us in the..."
Michael McKinley
"Great staff, so friendly and great energy. The food is delicious and you can tell made from the best ingredients. I had the potato hash with bacon,..."
Gemeli
"A little boutique cafe with little tables around a brick fireplace, a smell of fresh roasted allpress coffee beans, a serene atmosphere of locals..."
Surferin
"This is my new go to place. Beautiful, peaceful courtyard. I ordered eggs on toast which was great, it had the a really nice beetroot chutney on it...."
Nicole Patterson
"This is my go to cafe - hands down favourite place! Such a funky cafe with so much character! Amazing food and great staff. The eggs benedict is to..."
Maddy McLean
"the pasta of the day was a bit average. but seeing the eggs benedict they were serving, i should have eaten that, it looked very good. the staff..."
Ben
"We came across this gem by luck. We started our morning 730 in the cafe with fresh hot coffee followed by a crispy bánh mì… this is so divine..."
Leti Leilua
"Great cafe for a couple or small group. First place in NZ that served me a North American sized coffee when I asked for it! :) Food was really good..."
Steven Carr
"The team at Fusion are really good!
They have amazing coffee and the service is top notch!
I enjoyed an awesome cafe there too!
Best Banh mi in..."
Sterling Arnet
"We just love this place. The food is fantastic and the sweets are divine. Coffee is great. It has great outdoor dining. Squirrel brings us much joy..."
Amana Lyon
"Found my new favourite Cafe in Ponsonby. Delicious lamb tacos + Vietnamese food. Great portion sizes. And delicious coffee. Thank..."
Jessica
"Everything is amazing! Banh Mi is superb! Pho is really nice. Fresh toast is beautifully done and presented. The team are attentive and friendly. The..."
Ben Nguyen
"Lovely mixture of foods on the menu and food beautifully presented. Lots of vegan/gluten free options and the coffee is superb! I had the wild rice..."
Angelica Jones
"Lovely place, a bit too old. Food is nice, prawn omelet is fantastic.
Good warm..."
Simon M
"Staff were friendly and the food was good. Ordered from the vietnamese part of the menu - portion could have been slightly bigger but it was tasty...."
Marielle Ibarra
"This cafe has cute mini cupcakes which the kids just love. Also has good All press coffee and Coffey feeling casual fun..."
Shoulder of Lamb with Sides the Dish Is Ample for Three People
Mandarin Duck
Crispy Skin Snapper Fillet
Peking Duck
Salad
Cakes
Crab
Scallops
Lamb Rack
Duck
Cheese Selection
Oyster
Classic Crème Brûlée
Lamb Shoulder
Tuna
Salmon
Lamb
Salmon
Calamari
Fish
Sashimi
French Onion Soup
Burger
Pork
Beef Filet Steak
Pork Belly
Tapas
Duck Fat Potatoes
Sit down
European
New Zealand
Contemporary
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"Went there for a birthday dinner and got one of the best services we've experienced! Loved the food (too full to stand up in the end) and even got..."
Johna
"Not bad, great location, meals were..."
Ben Elliot
"BOTSWANA BUTCHERY, you heard it here first. It was excellent customer service , felt like I was treated like the Queen of England. The first..."
Altynai Saralaeva
"Nice location on the wharf, all the meat dishes were great, a little pricey..."
Jade
"Went here for a work function and loved it so much I had to come back to have it again. Amazing menu, everything is fresh and tastes wonderful with..."
R & A
"It is fine dining and food was nice, first time here and the staff is very helpful and did attend to our needs, table of 9. Dishes are nicely..."
Michelle. N
"Had the best steak of my life at this restaurant. I still think about it. It had the most amazing melt in your mouth flavour and didn't have the..."
Angie
"Came here for lunch with the family and I got the Botswana Fried Chicken. The chicken was cooked so well and came with potato puree, chicken jus and..."
Karina
"Wonderful seating arrangements.. especially the outdoor seating.. excellent bar.. and the steaks are super yummy.. done to perfection.. staff can be..."
Arun John
"Came here for Father’s day with my family and family friends for lunch. My meal was delicious and was presented quite nicely as well, my virgin..."
Yana Petrenko
"Service is fantastic - attentive and not overbearing. The food was pretty good, we had the salmon tartare to start, followed by steak and scallops...."
Chomnomnom
"Friendly staff and incredible food! My fiancé and I booked here for a little engagement dinner celebration and the food was just what we wanted!..."
Jessica Whitten
"Went for a birthday dinner with some friends.Very nice atmosphere with a very good inner design, lights and music.The shell crab, the eye..."
João Plácido
"We had our firm's Christmas function hereIt was a fabulous nightHad what was almost a private room upstairsThe champagne..."
Glenn Town
"My dinner started with selection of bread, followed by rack of lamb, finishing with a chocolate fondant. What I like about Botswana Butchery is that..."
Sherry Oh
"We came here as a big group... lovely restaurant great location/views.Awesome selection to choose from:We started withBreads..."
Donna&Shane
"next time I'm back in nz. this is the first place I wana eat at! I ordered eggs bene with extra hashbrowns. and also got a mocha which the waiter..."
GreeneggsnHam
"Came here for dinner..Food was really nice. Service was great. The waiters paid so much attention to your needs. Great place, would definately come..."
Matimbaufwenuka
"Loved it , plenty of great options on the menu , I went with the 350gm Scotch cooked perfectly. The sides are sensational. Be sure to leave space for..."
Nick The Greek
"Espresso martinis are absolutely to die for! BUT had to wait about 40minutes for our table although we booked the table for particular time, then we..."
Anna Griffin
"I'd heard a friend raving about their menu and the buttermilk oysters in Queenstown so I was thrilled to discover there was another restaurant in..."
Jasmine
"i had only ever been here for cocktails before, but yesterday had peking duck and duck fat roast potatoes, and it was sooooo good 😍 couldn't fault..."
Becstasy
"I have wanted to try Botswana Butchery since it first opened in Auckland - but I haven't been back in the city so hadn't had the opportunity. Service..."
Rebecca
"Very few places make me universally smile after a meal! Our first visit to Botswana was an exceptional experience from the front house service, the..."
Ryan Wong
"Beautiful food with beautiful venue and service to match. The lamb is AMAZING (the leg of lamb to share) . Service is faultless, Always polite,..."
Tiffany Walker
"Standouts liver parfait, either one of the snapper, and eye fillet. Food tasted alright, not exceptional. Beautiful space with a romantic ambience;..."
Apple Tate
"This place has become our regular pre-ferry fuel up point. With impeccable service, an awesome wine list and a well excecuted menu, this place..."
Yorkshire Pudding
"Astonishing taste of all dishes ordered, well prepared entrees and mains, great butchery selection, one of the best grills in Auckland. Full wine..."
Tanz
"Went for lazy sunday lunch. Service was on point. If you get a table facing the harbour, ferries will come and go so a bit of excitement for kids...."
Sanjesh Lal
"Went with work mates for a leaving party. Dinner was good. We had a selection at the table. The Hapuka steak was good with prawns. The eye fillet was..."
April
"Been 4 times, always enjoyed the food and the staff, very knowledgeable and helpfull. A bit pricey but very good quality and fresh food. The cellar..."
Brainless Foodie
"This place is not cheap, but if you want to treat your-self and somebody else with a very fancy and tasty dinner, then this is the right choice...."
Good Advisor
"Lunch with a view! You can enjoy your meal with the view of the port. I tried the sashimi, onion rings, chips and creamed corn, leek and cheese dish...."
Razelle Icaro
"The place is so warm and invitingGreat bar selection and some really nice wines The food menu has some rally nice optionsWe loved the..."
Globalfoodlover
"Recommended for fine dining. Good food, good ambience. Their Peking Duck and Eye Fillet were awesome. It takes some time to get the foods served, but..."
Julian Sukmana Putra
"Stunning restaurant and wonderful service. Botswana butchery is head and shoulders above a lot of restaurants in Auckland. The dining experience is..."
GideonMarisa MasterchefNz2015
"Whenever I get asked where my favourite restaurant in Auckland is I always say Botswana Butchery! The food is insane....and the service is amazing!..."
Jessica Teasdale
"Came here for a lovely dinner. Awesome location, beautiful interior and lovely meal! Had the scallops with pork croquettes to start and they were..."
Andrea Fernandez
"Very nice! Beautifully cooked eye fillet steak and the sides are fantastic. You must try their onion rings... Best ever. Will definitely be going..."
Ashley
"I had lunch here today with my girlfriends - incredible. Sat in the sun with a few bottles of Moēt, the food was divine. The service was superb. So..."
Caitlin Earl
"I really like this place but it is quite expensive (defiantly caters to the tourists) but my duck was cooked beautifully and I really enjoyed..."
Caroline Barrett
"Decided to try this place after a good review from a colleague. Came here after work on a Thursday with some friends. Ordered the entrée caramelised..."
Jacqueline L.
"Arrived at your restaurant for a family celebration, I was pleasantly greeted by every staff member who walked by, this is were the great vibe of..."
Phil
"Loovveee yes love this restaurant! Customer service was excellent, food was delicious and memorable. Decor and ambience of restaurant rich and..."
Celeste
"Pricey, but I adore the atmosphere and service here. The food is vibrant and wholesome, a great selection of NZ wine, and a very comfortable and..."
Kelly
"Meat... meaaaattt! A great menu but the steak and sauce is their specialty and they haven't let us down ever. Impeccable service either at the table,..."
Ryan The Lion
"I have heard great things about this place and the Queenstown sister restaurant has rave reviews but the two times I have visited here I have left a..."
Dan Norton
"I had the wagyu rump as a main and the mandarin cream cheese mousse for dessert. Overall the food was exquisite and the sides that we ordered for the..."
Jee Espino
"We enjoyed lovely food mid week while fairly empty. Unfortunately because it was quiet, the staff was more interested in chatting than keeping our..."
Helen
"Went here on a Sunday night. The setting is beautiful, really liked the old-style seating and large tables. The staff were very friendly and..."
Hannah
"You never fail me apart from getting my mushroom sauce order wrong sometimes. Perfect place to go. It is the only place I take my lovely girlfriend..."
Ghoulnz
"Fantastic restaurant! Wonderful staff, ambiance, decor and food! Really enjoyed everything about this place! The salt and pepper squid is to die..."
SarahWiklund
"I have eaten here before and enjoyed my meal. We arrived and the girl serving us was in a long conversation with a friend who may have worked there...."
Andre Cressy
"We went to this restaurant having had a good experience several years ago. All in all had a terrific meal. The service was great, although a little..."
Brendon Durey
"Always good service and good food. Love the atmosphere too. Lovely..."
M Hamadeh
"Its Ok went there late one night good food service staff were Ok I found the late night getting to and from my hotel a little on the scary , I found..."
Park Sleep
"Dinner for two - food was succulent and wine matched perfectly. The oysters as a starter were awesome, then a filet mignon with mushrooms along with..."
Franck Ridon
"Went here with my partner on a whim; we had read all of the mixed reviews and decided to try it out regardless.The food was amazing. My..."
Kyle Muir
"Really nice food - and worth what we paid. The drinks were great - my wife is pregnant so cannot have alcohol, so they made an amazing mocktail for..."
Chad Franklin
"Excellent food and ambiance. It was a busy Saturday evening and we had outstanding service esp from our waiter who was French. We could not fault..."
Halfaspoon Page
"This place was excellent from the minute we walked in the door we were treated like royalty. The food was outstanding and the waiting staff..."
Michael
"Went here for Xmas Eve dinner this year and was pleasantly surprised! Staff were all so welcoming and friendly - willing to make a joke and go the..."
Amy FM
"(Review from visiting Aussie) I've been to Botswana Butchery in Queenstown more than once & it's in my top 5 best restaurants of this type in the..."
Trevor Macleod
"Forget the old reviews - The staff here are really good!!! and the food was amazing!!! It was my partner's birthday (had not made this known when I..."
Phillip Kite
"$32 for a slab of tuna (sides are extra) so pretty expensive but the service was the best I've had in a long time. Love the big armchairs too. What a..."
Jen Hanton
"Botswana Auckland has been on my list of restaurants to try after a great experience in Queenstown 3 years ago. The dining room was beautiful and..."
Nicky J
"After dining at Botswana Butchery in Auckland various times in the last month I have to say that I am very confused about all the negative reviews..."
Emma Stenbeck
"My partner and I dinned at Botswana Butchery on a Friday night. We booked an early table (1830) so the restaurant was still reasonably quiet when we..."
Dave Gordon
"Despite the poor reviews which I read before making the reservation, I have to say I was pleasantly surprised.Arrived on time but the table..."
Ian Wilson
"I have lived all over the world and I have spent way too much money in Resturants...The VIEW from Botoswana is the best in Auckland for..."
William Murdoch
"We ate here last night, and to be honest after all the bad reviews, wasn't sure what to expect.We were told the wait would be a half hour, so..."
Simon
"We took our Australian clients to the Botswana Butchery in the first week of opening and while not one to normally write reviews feel compelled to do..."
Wendy Williamson
"I enjoyed a lovely afternoon at the Botswana Butchery with a friend recently - it was a beautiful crisp day and we were warmed by the sun with views..."
Jane
"Took my family and by comparison had eaten at Jervois Steak House the week before. By comparison service was charming, efficient and attentive. A..."
Terry
"I've eaten here twice since it opened, and I am kind of surprised by the vehemency of these negative reviews.Overall I had a great time..."
Emma
"Make no mistake every part of this place is targeted at the deeper portion of the wallet. I however attended as guest so I did not have the curse of..."
JustOneMore
"Botswana Butchery near the Ferry terminal down town was our destination this freezing winters eve. It was a bit of a last minute thing making a..."
Mrspotandmrlid
"The food here is excellent and the atmosphere quite formal. It's not a cheap eat, but it's a great place to spoil yourself on a classy date in a..."
Vivien @ KJAS Blog
"I love having friends and family come visit from overseas as I get to take them to some of my favourite eateries that showcase some of Auckland's..."
Amy @ My Dining Journey
"Botswana Butchery Auckland opened in late 2012. Riding on the success of the Queenstown restaurant, the fans were sure to follow. And they did. Not..."
Alistair Ross
"A few months ago I went to BB with two guests. The meal was superb, staff polite and good fun. A great night out. The bill was $430 , pricey but we..."
Stuart Dixon
"Great service, got a table ahead of booking time, food was great especially the onion rings, medium rear steak and the melt in your mouth lamb rack..."
Richard Kumar
"First time customer, greeted with a cleaver stuck on the glass door, clever and a standout matching the restaurants theme. The restaurant has a..."
Martin Ng
"We went here for a family dinner, the service and waiter were amazing! The sides and starters were delicious, highly recommend the gyoza. Everyone..."
Sarah K
"Lovely food, amazing service, & friendly staff. The lovely lady at the till even gave us an umbrella as we were leaving so we could get to our car..."
Tori Rogers
"Five full star reviews can allude to different scenarios. In this case, it means that I'm absolutely blown away by how good this restaurant was...."
Christopher Lai
"If you are looking for an amazing experience with your significant other or to spoil someone on a special occasion this is the place to take them...."
The Duvals
"Gorgeous spot, very chic, perfect for special occasions/office dinner & drinks. Second time going, partners birthday this time. Service was stunning..."
Nikki
"Did not try their main, only the soup. The French onion soup and creamy mushroom soup was good. The service staff was very attentive, warm and..."
Serena Yeo
"Food is fantastic - the chefs know their stuff. Steak is cooked to perfection, sides are drool-worthy and the selection of sauce is impressive! The..."
Georgia
"Loveliest dinner we had in Queenstown. Though my wife and I didn’t have a reservation, they kindly seated us in the private room with a fireplace...."
M Liu
"an exceptional meal with exceptional service. peking duck for starters was a personal favourite, as was the pork..."
Alice
"First time for my partner and I at this iconic restaurant on Auckland’s waterfront and a decadent lunch in store.
We visited on a reasonably quiet..."
Sean O'Connor
"Lovely food, amazing service, & friendly staff. We came here to celebrate our daughters graduation and I am so pleased we did, everything was five..."
Shane Moore
"Great place to celebrate special occassions. Love their steaks,lamb and oyster. The lamb is cooked to..."
Rafael del Rosario
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