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Sid at The French Cafe vs Antoine's Restaurant
Both Antoine's Restaurant and The French Cafe are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The French Cafe is preferred by most reviewers compared to Antoine's Restaurant. The French Cafe ranks #1 in Auckland with praise from 5 sources including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Concierge.
Sid at The French Cafe
Concierge
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
210 Symonds Street, Auckland Central 1001, New Zealand
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Concierge
"Diners linger over plates like a ragout of snails, smoked bacon, and shallots on parsley risotto or the signature dish, roast duck with mandarin purée, kumara mash, and bok choy."
Frommer's
"Meals are by tasting menu only, and the fare does change seasonally but you might find yourself feasting on snapper ceviche with crab, apple jelly and creme fraiche."
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Fodor's
"It's not really a café, and it's not strictly French—that aside, it is one of Auckland's best and most consistent restaurants."
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Travel + Leisure
"Consistently elegant and refined, this temple to gastronomy is a place to experience and savour."
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Antoine's Restaurant
Insight Guides
Frommer's
Fodor's
333 Parnell Road, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Insight Guides
"Elegant, highly innovative gourmet restaurant, on a busy shopping street with many other good eateries located in the same area."
Frommer's
"Chef-owner Tony Astle has been serving award-winning meals in his iconic French restaurant since 1973."
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Fodor's
"Owners Tony and Beth Astle have run this renowned restaurant for more than a quarter century, and it retains a reputation as a place for special occasions and business dining."
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