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Denny's

70/100 (1495 ratings)

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"Great happening place.We went at 3am loved the desserts. Must try the macaroon fudge nd passionfruit cheesecake. Spacious place. Quick..."

Divya Jyoti Saldanha

"I love Denny's! They have a 2 page spread in the menu for vegetarians now and a vege pizza. It's so amazing. About $50 for 2 people. It's a cool..."

Laura Richardson

"Staff were so welcoming and friendly. I ordered the Moroccan lamb meal and hubby got the T-bone with garlic bread and mushroom sauce. We really..."

Lauts

"Family favourite for years now. Cheap eats and theres something for everyone. If you go in there expecting 5 star food, you'll feel sadly let down...."

Ayesha Càve

"Dennys...well what can I say...compared to the diners in America the portion sizes are decent but the prices keep increasing over the..."

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"Delicious food at a decent price. Customer service seems to be lacking. Dennys new lynn is great for family breakfasts, would recommend people to go..."

Lily Chu

"I loved how this is a 24 hour place like the American diners. The portions are out of this world and it actually tastes yum. The menu is probably the..."

Persian Foodie

"Best place to hang out for food with friends and family... We had ordered Meat lovers Pizza and Nachos.. both were perfect and served very pleasingly..."

Purnima C Nair

"Used to come here all the time with school friends about 10 years ago now. Has been some time since I have been here but did recently for an early..."

Janice McCartain Dagg

"Denny's New Lynn was a very good family diner and then the menu got changed and became a not friendly menu anymore. Now it's changed again and become..."

Celia Billing

"I don't know if I'm embarrassed to say that i frequent this branch regularly, its value for money and perfect for if your'e out with mates and need a..."

Sam Diprose

"Very nice friendly environment, wait for the food is long .. but worth it. I really love the chocolate hot fudge 😍Will keep coming back..."

Shinal Shivanghni

"I want to thank the staff like Dinusha at Dennys in New lynn and others that I can't remember by name but the staff are brilliant when it comes to..."

Pauline Rudolph

"Love the customer service from the night manager she is so on to it and always helps us out. The food is alway perfect. But the decor could do with a..."

Brandon Epapara

"After years of sub-standard food and service, they have changed the menu and Staff actually seem happy to work there. Definitely going to frequent..."

Benequeen

"The service was okay. Denny's has large portions, the food is rich and filling. The restaurant is nice and clean. The price is decent for what you..."

Sid

"Went there for breakfast. Friendly Staff, nice atmosphere, great experience. Prices are reasonable. Coffee was really good. Food was delicious...."

Poonam K

"Came here for an early dinner today(Sunday) and I really had an awesome time. The service was friendly but the waiter lady needed to smile and add a..."

Amee And Riko

"Hot Fudge Cake:A perfect dessert to end the day with. Chocolate fudge cake with vanilla icecream in d middle, whipped cream to the sides nd hot..."

Ruchita Choukar

"It was a great experience for me to ate hot fudge cake with my friends. Yummy yummy taste & service was given really quick by a girl (nidhi). I will..."

Soni.jay231287

"Sometimes we just feel like Denny's, its old-style american diner atmosphere is sometimes a bit creepy but the menu is greasy, sweet and super..."

R & A

"Been there last two nights for dinner. A few years ago, I would go several times a week and shout a bunch of people. Prices have gone up as would..."

Mark Felton

"Service was very friendly however food is decent and is always served hot, but could improve on quality and taste. I do like how the Satay roll has..."

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"Usually just come here for dessert only and it's always good. Service is good and nothing to complain about. My go to for a good hot fudge cake..."

Manu

"I love that they open 24hrs on fri&sat. I come here a lot since it close to my house, and I'm a big fan of their buffalo wingers. The food is..."

Thanya

"Been here a couple times and been dissapointed with the food. However, just went two nights ago and the quality of food has seemed to up its..."

Francesca.poching

"We only ever come to Denny's when we're feeling like burgers, curly fries and dessert. I've tried their other mains but they really aren't that..."

Sheena

"Very good tasty food. Not too bad of a wait time for each meal being prepared. Food cooked well and drinks are very tasteful. Nice place to grab a..."

Jason Prasad

"Denny's is a great family restaurant. Lots of space for strollers and since the tables are spaced out it's fairly quiet and relaxed. Great for..."

Keith

"I have been to this branch over the course of 4years and can definitely say they are picking things up. The service is so much better now-noticed..."

Chin And Prony Powichitkul

"Met up with my two girl mates for a catch up after nearly a year and half. Memories this place, our casual meet up. First time in two years back at..."

Tuku

"This is a nice place to have lunch. The service staff are good and friendly. The combo meal with a pizza and drink is worth it. The best part was..."

Kaushikc_32

"I dine at Denny's New Lynn often, never had anything to complain about, guess it depends on the person I..."

Bill Carter

"Though the service is a little slow at times it's not that bad and the employees from memory have always been polite. I very much enjoy their food..."

Arielle

"Awesome place for late night hangouts. Quite laidback atmosphere as you'd expect from the brand and a varied mouth watering menu. You cant go wrong..."

Vaibhav Kawale

"Always the go-to for birthdays (free meal for birthday person) and achievements and celebrations. The food is always excellent - the Premier burger..."

Lelei 'o Tonga

"The food is delicious, staff members are friendly and welcoming. Customer service is good. Overall this place has a fun vibe and I've always enjoyed..."

Som Chakraborty

"We went here for dessert only and it was very..."

Maria-Theresa Kare-Ariki

"Delicious! Great customer service. The front of house girl that served was excellent!..Keep up the good work. Food was delicious and filling. Not too..."

Wikitoria Pou

"Went there on a Saturday morning and the staff were lovely. They were very clear and very understanding to my personal needs. Highly happy to go back..."

Danni Ringrose

"My husband and I dined in on Saturday night. It was quieter than normal. The servers were on point. Normally we have to try and get someones..."

Omz Lomzi

"Excellent staff. Great chef. Servers were fantastic. Friendly and welcoming. The young girl went above and beyond, such a lovely..."

Sandy Harris

"Had dinner there last night around 9:30pm. Service was fantastic, food was good (ranch possibly tasted off? We couldn’t eat it) however the staff..."

Aminiasi & Laura Manu

"had the big burger an chips for $21 great value for money the missus had a smaller burger also great value for $16 great work Dennys thank..."

angus Williams

"Worth the money. The breakfast is very filing. Tea and coffee unlimited. The staff very friendly and welcoming. Restaurant is very spacious. Parking..."

Godfrey Jathanna

"Has to be my favorite Denny's in Auckland, maybe N.Z. Just always friendly clean and service is awesome, food is on point everytime. Thank you guys,..."

Jacob

"the apricot chicken is so yummy good service .. clean .. plenty of parking upstairs dennys is great ... with excellent pricing in my..."

Sandy McLean

"I like the Denny's in the US and wanted to try a few in NZ. Good service and good food. Unlimited filter coffee (which the locals do not care for..."

Steve D

The Backyard

70/100 (1066 ratings)

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"I've made this my local staff are amazing food is great weather your getting an actually meal or just a platter to share. The chicken nibbles are..."

Caitlin Meadows

"Had an awesome time at my birthday there yesterday. Couldn't be better. Thanks to all the great staff - so much fun . The food was great the pool was..."

Bruce Jackson

"Was at the backyard today for the big fight between Mayweather and McGregor. What a day. King Kapisi on the decks to keep us going before and after..."

Craig Doughty

"We had our 40th birthday celebrations at the Backyard bar. Great place to throw a party. Nice venue.. Great food! Roger, Amandeep and their staff..."

Lisa Marinkovich

"Had great time & experience, amazing food & fantastic venue specially swimming pool & children slides , also little play ground aswell . Big thank..."

Rahul Srivastava

"Awesome setting. Great idea to have a pool for the kids. All the meals were superb. Another place to go again. Thanks for an awesome..."

Brett Jameson

"Wow just wow First time going there and it was Awesome Celebrated my dads 85th birthday there , service was excellent good vibes all round Definitely..."

Sharon Simon

"Just discovered this place today , great food and service , live band and entertainment for the kids , will definitely be back !..."

Amy Wilmshurst

"Thank you to Rodger & the team for always looking after us so well! Always have the best time at the Backyard..."

Kate Porter

"Tonight my daughters 21st was held at The Backyard. The service was nothing short of amazing. They made the event stress free and totally enjoyable...."

Andrea Eagles

"The only bar I ever have a good time at! Had my 21st here and it was the most unforgettable time! Rodger and Amandeep and the rest of the Backyard..."

Nadia Dabiri

"On a busy Friday night, the food was great (espically the ribs) staff were lovely and welcoming. My partner and I enjoyed the Jack Daniel cocktails...."

Emma Jane

"Had an awesome dinner tonight. Aaliyah was very friendly and made us feel at home. We will be..."

Helen Boden

"We stumbled upon the Backyard Bar this weekend and it’s a fabulous little spot!!! We dined at the poolside area and soaked up the sun. The food..."

Karen Chow

"love the mocktail soo much. Full of lime and mint flavor really refreshing. waitress was nice too. Great place to spend @ Friday night with someone..."

Ying Zhao

"Wonderful service by the young girl who served us. Disappointed by the salad that came with the coconut chicken and the fish and chips. Very wilted,..."

Karmela

"We had ribs. It was big and so yamm. Meat is soft with lovely sticky source. Mexian style corn with hot and crispy chips are amazing. The best ribs I..."

Soomin Han

"The food here is so lovely. Especially BBQ Baby Back BBQ, can’t be better lol. Also recommend The Backyard Fried Chicken as Entree, which is also..."

Snow Gong

"I really loved the chill atmosphere. There are many areas to sit and seats are very spacious. Considering it’s a bar, you wouldn’t..."

Jonathan Chau

"Went here to watch the rugby, good crowd,good food and good staff. Very enjoyable,..."

Harry Larry

"We like to start off thank you. We where in on Friday night on the 11th place was packed Steak and burgers were amazing new menu outlook can’t..."

Steve Tj

"Very friendly, effient service. Food is very tasty and flavoursome. Very enjoyable. The only thing I wish for is the beef cheek can be as a main too..."

Patrick Tong

"I couldn't fault our trip here. The portion sizes are on point for a pub. My kids swam while I had beer and nachos. Will definitely be coming back...."

Cpl

"09/11/18 - spend my friday night here with friend, they have amazing pool view, live music to enjoy.. one shot vodka for me always enough to light up..."

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"Went on a Monday evening for family event. Loved the environment, service and food. Bunch of platters and pizzas to share would definitely go..."

Riley

"Absolutely beautiful!The service was good and very friendly, the food was fast to come out as well and hot!Im not sure why so many bad..."

Brooke Tokana

"Went here for a gig, ordered curly fries, hot dogs & chicken nuggets. The curly fries were seasoned well. The portion of chicken nuggets was..."

Miura Elikana

"The food was so lovely and presented beautifully considering they were catering for a large number of people the bouncers were lovely in the..."

Elena Olive Fanene

"Enjoyed a meal was here last tonight myself and a friend.The food was truly outstanding, the fish was beautifully cooked and presented, friendly..."

Grahamn545

"Have only been here for a 21st and thought that this place is so hidden and secluded. Staff were friendly enough and the food was good (simple spring..."

Sam Smith

"We enjoyed a great birthday function at The Backyard. It is a very relaxed setting, good food, range of wine and beers. Monga was fantastic with his..."

Neil Clarke

"Where else can you take the family for a dip in the pool and get a great meal to boot? Think country club without the $$$ and the snobbiness?..."

Mary Underwood

"Stopping here for a refreshment was the best idea I have had all year, just as I was about to give up on the hospitality industry all together I..."

Mr.G (OFFICIAL)

"If you want a quite and just relaxing bar without the noise... this is the place. Beers could be a bit pricey and kinda limited, like there are no..."

Toru Tres

"As a family we dinned in at the Backyard and were served by a very friendly and joyful crew of staff. Our main waiter was Monga who was great and..."

Teresa Puamau

"To celebrate my friends birthday we went to this lovely place for some drinks n food. The choice of the food was amazing and interesting. The staff..."

Stuti

"After hitting a few balls at the driving range and some practice putting we went for lunch at the adjacent Backyard, one of a number eating options..."

Lochbuie

"Been here 3 times, amazing food and really friendly service. The backyard burger is probably one of the best burgers I've ever had. Highly..."

Jackson D

"Having seen the recent bad review of this place I was extremely hesitant in even using the all you can eat ribs Grabone voucher. I can happily say..."

Mele Foliaki

"I was here yesterday for my birthday. We got the All-You-Can-Eat ribs voucher from GrabOne. Honestly, I was quite hesitant and afraid because of the..."

Mason Ng

"A couple of friends and I are on holiday here from the Gold Coast and we came to eat at the Backyard on Saturday night.A friend of ours..."

Holly Adams

"Having eaten here a few times, it has always been a great experience, the food is excellent with the option of a full service restaurant or bar food..."

Anon

"Love The backyard bar, service and report is really commendable. Recently have changed their menu. We tried the chicken burgers and tacos 🌮 😋..."

Oli Presto

"Nice cool guy owner . Friday night band is awesome . The bar have in& Out side have heaps of tables Nice beers and food . And enjoy every Tuesday..."

sunny Blinds

"April 2023 - Second time here with 12yr old daughter and after a year, the portion sizes don't seem as filling although we did purposely go in having..."

Claudes A

"Love the atmosphere. Friendly staff and good customer service. Happy hours finish at 6pm but the lovely waitress took our order at 6pm with special..."

TheNZLILY

"Almost perfect. My daughter and I come along on Tuesday evenings to join the bachata/salsa lessons. Never remember our drinks. I wanna go where..."

Tracy de Groot

"Booked from first table. very friendly service, food not bad even the bird wants..."

Yang Li

"Free fun for kids while grown ups have some fun of their own! Yesterday we went to the Backyard bar opposite Takapuna rugby club. The set up for..."

MackLab

"Loved it. Great staff. Fantastic outdoor area and so clean. Yum bar..."

Karin Lee

"Ok not being bar habitue, this was made more pleasant by the affable and professional service workers, the food looked good and the vegetarian..."

Elizabeth Hall

"Great place place for lunch and drinks Awesome staff super friendly and helpful A+ bar 🍸..."

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