Reviews of Aubergine. (Restaurant) in Wellington (Wellington).

Aubergine

107 Reviews

46 Comments

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322 Tinakori Road, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

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Information of Aubergine, Restaurant in Wellington (Wellington)

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This place has good reviews, this means that they treat their customers well and you’ll feel great with their services, recommended 100%!

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Reviews of Aubergine

R. S.

Great food, and a really nice staff member serving us tonight, who was very accommodating to us. Reasonably priced too.

L. C.

I read through the other reviews before posting mine, and although it seems as if there might have been some QA issues associated with the place, its service and its food in the distant past, our experience seems to align more with other more recent reviews. It was our first time here, so I only have this one experience to go one - but here goes nothing. Apart form the carpet which looked a little warn, the place was really neat and tidy (the carpet was also clean, just wear and tear I guess - but still clean). The table was very presentable with a clean tablecloth, clean glass table top, clean cutlery and clean glasses. you've probably guessed it by now, but the cleanliness of a place goes a really, really long way for me, and you are free to read some of my other reviews to see how I score places that aren't! Anyway, the service was really good, and the waitron was really friendly too - she even picked up on the fact that my wife is expectant, and when placing our food order, took the initiative herself to assure us that all my wife's food would be properly cooked (my wife is a bit of a steak lover). Albeit so, the food orders arrived very promptly, but then I do also have to mention that it was a very quiet day in the restaurant with only one other table for a late lunch around 2 pm. The quality of the food was really good too, and the portion sizes were alright - not too small, but neither too large either (maybe this can improve slightly) as the glass of wine I ordered also felt a little inadequate to qualify as a "glass of wine"). Nevertheless, the food was really tasty and delicious, so the quality did make up for the quantity. For desert we shared a crème brule, which was also really good. The atmosphere in the restaurant was also very tranquil and peaceful, with soft piano music which made for a great quiet afternoon lunch. All things considered, I definitely would recommend having lunch or dinner here, as there is great selection on their all a carte - like escargot, which is a rarity in Wellington. Overall our experience was very enjoyable

V. K.

This restaurant has the best confit duck in the world. And everything else is excellent too. The braised red cabbage side dish has become a favourite, it's delicious. Lovely for a quiet dinner with friends and family, or even just to treat yourself :)

G. N.

Great food, we popped in for a dinner after checking the menu fantastic food from soup to fillet to confirm duck and a great dessert menu. Definitely recommend and we'll be coming back!

M. D.

We have often dined at Aubergine and have found that the service from the waitress is always very friendly and efficient. She explains the menu very well and is attentive to our requests. The food is fresh and cooked well and we enjoy the relaxed environment with a homely feel We will definitely return Paul and Maureen

L. K.

Had 3 course Christmas Dinner. Great selection of food. Delicious.

M. M.

Fantastic flavours. Well presented. Highly recommend.

R. Y.

Have only been there once so far, but enjoyed it. The scotch fillet and salmon mains were absolutely delicious. Unfortunately the included side with each main is minimal, so you will need to order additional sides, which does push the price up a bit, but I guess that is fine dining for you. The beer selection is pretty bog-standard and it would have been nice to have some more exotic selections. Friendly staff, delicious food and a pleasant venue make it worth checking out.

A. M.

We enjoyed a lovely lunch here - salad with a really nice dressing, yummy goat cheese crostini, scotch fillet and prawns. Great food, simply but well prepared and would go back in a heartbeat if we were still there.

H. M.

Amazing dinner here! the service was fantastic and the meals were delicous. I had the Aubergine Pasta and it was perfect!

T.

I thought this place was absolutely wonderful and I had the best soup I have ever had! The service was great and everything was quality. Awesome place :)

C. S.

This place understands formal dining. Visited from UK with wife to entertain local son and his girlfriend. Good meal and easy to talk. Afterwards able to visit the beautiful Botanical Gardens just opposite and then down in cable car. Thanks Joe

J. B.

Having read earlier reviews I was anxious about having a family meal here last night. Nothing raised in previous reviews was in evidence. The meal of lamb rump was superbly cooked and professionally presented. I would recommend Aubergine as a high class quiet quality restaurant in Wellington. This was definitely not a student flat experience.

S.

Service was excellent though both my partner and I were very disappointed by the scotch fillet. It was cooked perfectly to our liking but the piece of meat was tough and dry. This may have been a supplier problem and could be temporary. Dessert redeemed the meal and was excellent!

B. G.

It's a really nice place. Food is very delicate and well prepared. The comments below are complete trolls

K. W.

We were there only for coffee and dessert. Desserts were excellent, service great and, we so enjoyed the adult atmosphere. Quiet background music allowed us to have an unsurpassed conversation. I will definitely go back for a full meal.

S. H.

Beautifully prepared food in pleasant surroundings. This is a perfect place to have dinner with friends if you want to converse without having to shout. You can actually hear what is being said without having to lip read! Thumbs up!

j. c.

We had a very nice dinner here. Everything was lovely.

M. M.

I wanted something light for an evening meal so tried the Snails. They were absolutely delicious, the best i've had 5 out of 5. The service was also great. Very pleasant and happy with any queries

J.

Lovely evening, very enjoyable food. My sons can’t wait to go back!

L. G.

Love Aubergine! A serene, calming little gem, with incredible service and absolutely delicious food.

D. G.

Excellent French-style food and efficient service. Quiet - good for a conversation. The earlier negative reviews look odd.

M. S.

Great atmosphere was a very good, tasty meal at a reasonable price. Service was good too.

L. T.

An amazing quintessential french restaurant sabbortaged by riddiculous reviewers below. Amazing food. Lovely atmosphere.

M. M.

Delicious! Just wish there were more customers. Well worth the visit.

C. K.

Lovely food and such a nice friendly atmosphere. I keep coming back when I visit Wellington.

M. O.

Excellent food. Great hosts.

L. H.

Reliably good quality of food from a small menu. Lovely couple who run it.

J. C.

Lovely food, but was a cold venue!! Only one waiter on and one cook!!

S. B.

Fantastic meal.lovely ambiance what a lovely end to our break in Wellington

A. R.

Friendly service, good food, but dear for what it is... And the gratin was no gratin 😆

A. G.

Great little restaurant with reasonable prices for good food and nice service

K. M.

Over priced for what it was, service very good

S. D. V.

Lovely meal friendly service

M. S.

Nice food

D.

good

J. d.

Lovely meal

M. F.

Great food

K.

(Translated) Almost 3 years ago, we were here for New Year's Eve. Maybe the waitress was annoyed, maybe she had only one bad day. Anyway, it was a disappointment for us. In Europe, such kidnappings often happen, but here in New Zealand it is not commonplace and therefore more conspicuous. There's a point deduction for that. The quality of life was average. Unfortunately not according to the occasion. Only the prices corresponded to the occasion. The location is remote but cozy. (Original) Vor fast 3 Jahren waren wir hier zu Silvester. Vielleicht war die Bedienung genervt, vielleicht hatte sie auch nur einen schlechten Tag. Für uns wurde es jedenfalls eine Enttäuschung. In Europa passieren solche Zickereien oft, aber hier in Neuseeland ist es nicht Usus und deshalb auch eher auffällig. Dafür gibt's einen Punkt Abzug. Die Lebensqualität war durchschnittlich. Leider nicht dem Anlass entsprechend. Nur die Preise entsprachen dem Anlass. Die Lokalität ist zwar abseits gelegen, aber gemütlich.

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