CibovsSid at The French Cafe
Both Cibo and The French Cafe are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, The French Cafe is the choice of most writers compared to Cibo. The French Cafe ranks #1 in Auckland with accolades from 5 reviews like Travel + Leisure, Concierge and Fodor's.
Cibo
Concierge
Fodor's
Frommer's
Axis Building, 91 St Georges Bay Rd, Parnell, Auckland Central 1001, New Zealand
From $15/night
Concierge "Though it sits in the touristy neighborhood of Parnell, Cibo is almost exclusively frequented by the local smart set."
Fodor's "Italian for "good food," cibo is an apt name for this restaurant with Mediterranean- and Asian-influenced dishes." Full review
Frommer's "Now over 20 years old, Cibo has proven that a restaurant with all the right ingredients will endure." Full review
Sid at The French Cafe Concierge Frommer's Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
210 Symonds Street, Auckland Central 1001, New Zealand
From $0/night
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." Full review
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." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Consistently elegant and refined, this temple to gastronomy is a place to experience and savour." Full review
