Loved it here. Great service, amazing food, and decent prizes. Love that you can bring your dog.
There’s plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. They only make reservations for groups, so if you’re going out as a couple, it might be tough to get a table - we were lucky but sat further removed from the centre. It was quite cold there but the waitresses were so lovely and made sure we had plenty of blankets and the heater directed at our backs.
Can absolutely recommend!
I've been to Fantail & Turtle a number of times before, but after attending a private function (They do those!) this week I had to take the time to review. EMMA was amazing! She looked after us with a welcoming smile from the moment we arrived...to the moment her shift finished. She fit in so well with our team and made sure we had a great evening. PLUS nice and easy central location, great food (incl GF Pizzas), relaxed atmosphere and great drinks. I recommend the Bloody Shiraz Gin Sour.
Service is great, my friend and I had a lovely talk with one of the waitresses. You can order off the QR code on the table, and your drinks come very quickly. The cocktails used to be a lot bigger, but they recently downsized them, so they lose a star on food for that. Beers are still just as big, decent prices for them and the drinks that are still big. The food menu is decent as well, I would recommend the pizzas. They are very yummy and decent in size. Overall a good bar, friendly staff and good service, food and drinks are good, and they are super accommodating for events as well.
Great food and atmosphere. We were here for a ladies Christmas lunch as they have a gorgeous, large outdoor area. The drinks took a while to come out but that was probably because there were so many many of us. Can imagine it would be a cool place for a night out.
Looooove eating and entertaining at Fantail & Turtle. Always feel comfortable bringing my team (or clients) to this establishment as I know we will always be well looked after.
Good ambiance
Fish is bit oily
Fried chicken and other dishes are great
Service is good and really nice ambiance
Great food and a lovely cosy atmosphere. Met up with a friend and we shared a few plates : Cauliflower, Buttermilk Chicken, and wild caught Fish. Everything was cooked to perfection and so tasty & tender. The Cauliflower was hands down the hero dish of the night. I will have to come back.
I was really surprised at the energy and level of atmosphere here. Heaps of people enjoying a Friday or Saturday night in the winter around the fires and patio heaters. Table service relies on the app and the staff running drinks are rushing and impersonable so I wouldn't give it amazing service ratings. Going up the the bar however was a decent experience and the bartenders were friendly and helpful. All in all a good experience and my preferred stop for a chill evening out on the shore.
Yummy ! Great atmosphere and nice staff.
We went to our girls night out and everything was great. The portions , quality and deserts and drinks all great. Totally recommend. Thsnks !
Been here a few times and always great! I do prefer the old menu better with the old way they made sliders and flatbread. Went back today and happy to see the original flatbread is back and best I’ve had anywhere 😊 had a group of 15 today and the staff were amazing as usual. I’ve never had a bad experience here, I think they have some of the best service staff in Auckland they are always smiling and happy to help! Not many outdoor venues in Auckland where also sheltered so very unique offering and will definitely be back again.
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