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Soul Bar and BistrovsSid at The French Cafe
Both Soul Bar and Bistro and The French Cafe are recommended by expert writers. Overall, The French Cafe is preferred by most professionals compared to Soul Bar and Bistro. The French Cafe has a TripExpert Score of 91 with approval from 5 reviewers including Fodor's, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Soul Bar and Bistro
Fodor's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Unit 16-18 Viaduct Harbour, Auckland Central 1001, New Zealand
From $25/night
"On the terrace at Soul, center stage in the Viaduct, you're close enough to the moorings to study the paintwork on the yacht." Full review
"Want to eat by the water? This iconic restaurant should be your pick." Full review
"Eating seafood by the water is a must in Auckland and this modernist gastrodome also boasts an unbeatable see-and-be-seen location." 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
"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."
"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
"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
"Consistently elegant and refined, this temple to gastronomy is a place to experience and savour." Full review