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Sid at The French CafevsThe Grove
The French Cafe and The Grove are both endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, The French Cafe scores significantly higher than The Grove. The French Cafe has a TripExpert Score of 91 with approval from 5 publications such as Concierge, Fodor's and Frommer's.
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." 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
The Grove Concierge
Lonely Planet Frommer's
Wyndham St, Auckland Central 1001, New Zealand
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Concierge " There's a nine-course tasting menu, but you can also order à la carte dishes like rare beef "agnolotti" (thin slices of meat rolled around burnt-butter ice-cream)."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Romantic fine dining at its best: the room is cosy and moodily lit, the menu encourages sensual experimentation and the service is effortless." Full review
Frommer's "In 2014, The Grove won the coveted "Restauranteur of the Year" award from Auckland's Metro magazine; it was named best restaurant in the country by another foodie group in 2010" Full review
