I was in town for a few nights before I came across this place. I almost walked past when a very friendly staff member saw me and asked if I was after dinner. I'm glad she did as the meal I ordered (Scotch fillet) was fantastic. It was a simple dish but each element was done with a small twist, ie the fries were large, hand-cut with a really good choice of sauces. The decor is great, I choose the outdoor area, which was comfortable. Wait time was minimal and the staff really friendly. I will be back next time I'm in Picton.
I have dined at Escape to Picton on many occasions, and every time I have loved the food, the wine, the atmosphere, everything about the place is just fantastic! The menu is great! So cheaply pieced for such a high quality of food! Not only is the food amazing the staff are so accommodating! The best place to eat in Picton by far!!!! Everything is fresh tasting and beautiful! The pork ribs are by far the best! Would eat them every night if I could! Would highly recommend this place! It's like heaven in shity old Picton!!!!
My partner and I have a fantastic meal here. We had fresh fish pan fried which was perfection. The staff were great and the chef Juliearna made us very welcome. The restaurant is located in a fantastic historic building which has been very tastefully renovated. We would recommend this restaurant to everyone as not only is the food great but the service is even better. The best restaurant in Picton. We can't wait to go back.
We not only dined, but also stayed at Escape to Picton this weekend for Queen's Birthday. We had dinner on the Sunday night of our stay and although the restaurant was quiet, the food was excellent, and the service from the staff brilliant. We started with the baked avocado which was divine, and the goat's cheese which was also amazing. I then had the Surf and Turf and my partner the special of the day, Pork Ribs. Both mains were prepared excellently and were very tasty. The sauce on the pork ribs was one of the best I have tasted. For dessert I had the apple and berry crumble and my partner the cheese cake which we both thoroughly enjoyed. The only complaint is that I literally had to roll myself back to our room as my tummy was so full with amazing food. I would highly recommend both eating and staying here.
We celebrated our birthdays at 'Escape' and throughly enjoyed the food. In particular the 'Seafood Chowder' followed by Tiramasu for dessert. My husband enjoyed Thai Green Curry followed by a delicious Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake. Service was very good and we would go again. Prices were quite reasonable and surroundings very nice.
My partner and I just came down from the North Island on holiday and this was our first stop for dinner! An absolutely amazing Lamb Shoulder with honey glazed carrots etc beautiful bread entree with different dips and a complimentary salmon dish, the staff were very welcoming and friendly and the food was devine!!
Gourmet chef dishes prices average honestly we could have stopped at the seafood mornay large, food coma after the exquisite desserts. Excellent customer service. Will be a regular lunch and dinner stop in between islands
OMG!!
If you're looking for Exceptional Food, Excellent Service, Presentation Romantic Setting, Beautiful decor, Relaxing Environment, look no further.
Firstly greeted with a complimentary starter by the chef, then the entree followed by our mains, the food was Amazing❤ and the Presentation Wow!!!
Everything was just perfect, so much love on a plate💜
Highly recommend Escape to Picton, thankyou so much to our beautiful waitress for your excellent service and to the amazing chef thankyou for delivering us some amazing presented beautiful food🥰 Thankyou so much! Highly recommend
Escape to Picton this place is faultless, it's truly beautiful
Aaron and Stella
(Napier, Hawkes Bay)
Excellent food, delightful service. The tartness of the vinegarette on the light and tasty salad enhanced the flavor of the oysters but couldn't quite distract me from the "bees in your head" incessant jazz.
Would hundies go again even though JAZZ
Absolutely superb been a few times and never disappointed. Fine dining experience beautiful restaurant, waitresses are so excellent at their jobs, food devine and beautifully presented. So disappointed it is closing at the end of the month no other restaurant that compares in Picton.
Such a friendly welcome from Elizabeth, our host for the evening. Beautiful food, and a wonderful ambience. We had the garlic bread, so decadent, the seafood chowder and mussels. Very good. Will certainly go back on our next visit to Picton.
My wife and I enjoyed the most fabulous meal at this little gem of a resturant last night here in Picton, service was outstanding, every aspect of the food was delicious and a great wine menu to top it off. Thank you to the team, we will be calling again.
Juliana and her expert team crafted a superbly mouth watering dining experience to savour. I would highly recommend an evening out to any of our locals or travellers. A lovely warm welcoming place with helpful staff we had a devine night out and will be back again in the near future. 10/10 from start to finish. This restaurant is up there with dining in New York and Ireland.
Delicious food! Great fish and chips and pumpkin soup!
We really enjoyed our evening here. The food, the wine, the service, everything was great.
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