PICADOR STEAK & CHARCOAL

570 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay, Whangaparaoa 0932
$$ Steak Recommended Editor's Pick

Professional staff gives you an exceptional dining experience. The innovative charcoal oven offers unique flavours. Choice of mouth-watering foods from our menu. Accompany your meal with a wine from an international selection. Dine-in a comfortable family atmosphere. We aim to tickle your taste buds. We are respecting your pocket, appetite, and comfort.

Reservations

Business Info

  • Address: 570 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay, Whangaparaoa 0932
  • Cross Street: n/a
  • Cuisine: American | Bar-B-Q | New Zealand | Steak |
  • Cost: | Inexpensive
  • Category: Casual Dining
  • Star Rating:
  • Reservations: Available
  • Dress Code: Casual
  • Meals Served: Lunch | Dinner |
  • Parking: Public Lot | Private Lot |
  • Payment Options: VISA | MasterCard | Cash | Debit |
  • Corkage Fee: N/A
  • Phone: (09) 2008777
  • Features: Full Bar, Outdoor Seating, Lounge / Bar, Free Wi-Fi,
  • Occasion: Child Friendly, Romantic Dining, Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, Quiet Conversation, Date Night,

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PICADOR STEAK & CHARCOAL - Picador Steak & Charcoal

Business Hours

Reservations Available
Monday
Tuesday
Dinner - Restaurant 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
Dinner - Restaurant 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
Dinner - Restaurant 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday
Dinner - Restaurant 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
Dinner - Restaurant 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
Dinner - Restaurant 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Customer Reviews & Ratings

4.61 out of 5 stars based on 3412 votes

Overall: 10/10
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Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 08, 2025
Stuart C.
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. The Sunday Roast Special was great value, very tasty and the service was first class. Thank you all for a wonderful evening. We'll be back very soon.

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 07, 2025
Debbie H.
Wonderful food and service!

Overall: 10/10
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Dec 27, 2024
Ann D.
Staff were efficient and friendly Excellent selection on the menu and fair prices and food was delicious

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
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Dec 20, 2024
Theresa H.
The meal is absolutely delicious! My hubby an ex butcher so said the meat is awesome! Salad and chips and gravy yummy too

Overall: 10/10
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Dec 18, 2024
Neil R.
Very good food and service, thank you

Overall: 10/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 9/10
Dec 18, 2024
Nancy G.
I eat there regularly and the only negative I have is that there are not quite enough vegetable with the roast. Friends felt the same. A few more little roasties would be lovely. Otherwise - love your place. Happy Xmas

Overall: 10/10
Food: 9/10
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Dec 06, 2024
steve s.
It's been great all three times I've been there

Overall: 10/10
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Nov 23, 2024
Brendan P.
Amazing allways differnatly recomend

Overall: 10/10
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Nov 21, 2024
Tracey S.
Great meal, could not fault anything

Overall: 10/10
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Oct 30, 2024
Aaron D.
Great meal once again, the $20 Sunday roast was fantastic - exceeded expectations.

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Oct 09, 2024
Richard W.
An awesome place on any day but our servers on Tuesday were awesome, great attention to detail and we had a fantastic time

Overall: 10/10
Food: 7/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Sep 25, 2024
Grant H.
Steak was chewy, last time it was much better, perhaps a bad batch ?

Overall: 10/10
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Sep 25, 2024
Sarah K.
Our friend recommended this place and it did not disappoint

Overall: 10/10
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Sep 21, 2024
Shireen S.
We dined on the Saturday and then again on the Thursday with you. Glad to say that the food was amazing on both nights. everyone had had something different to eat and where all very happy. Thanks look forward to dinning with you again

Overall: 10/10
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Sep 19, 2024
Wendy O.
Always excellent food. Friendly service and great value. Eould highly recommend.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Sep 12, 2024
Riaan W.
The food was perfect, great service

Overall: 10/10
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Sep 11, 2024
Megan D.
Fantastic place for dinner, great atmosphere, friendly staff and affordable prices

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Sep 07, 2024
James C.
First time dining in. Good service, good food and great value. Will definitely be back to try out more of the menu in the very near future.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Sep 03, 2024
Sarah M.
We love going to Picadors. Always friendly service, great food and reasonable prices.

Overall: 10/10
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Sep 02, 2024
Laura D.
Brilliant service and amazing food. Thanks for a great time

Overall: 10/10
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Aug 30, 2024
Vi C.
I give a 10 out of 10 for all of the above We had a lovely time and all of us thought it was good value and enjoyed the food. Service was very good . So polite and friendly.We are looking forward to booking again . Another factor heaping of parking , always an extra plus.

Overall: 10/10
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Aug 26, 2024
Randy M.
It was a very memorable evening at your restaurant. This was the second time we enjoyed dining there, and it was just as nice. Great service , and my compliments to the Chef .

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 10/10
Aug 25, 2024
scott h.
I'm always impressed with the value of the $20 rump steak deal but the two of us shared the $70 Tomahawk, and while it did not come with salad or vegetables, but it was well cooked. Top quality

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
Aug 09, 2024
JD D.
Manager is great makes you feel at home and remembers your name, attention to detail.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
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Value: 10/10
Aug 03, 2024
Brian D.
No need for improvement,excellent food

Overall: 10/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 9/10
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Jul 29, 2024
Terry L.
Excellent table service. Food well prepared and cooked. A friendly local cafe.

Overall: 10/10
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Jul 25, 2024
Steve H.
Great value, steak cooked perfect for me. food arrived within 10 minutes. and good friendly service

Overall: 10/10
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Jul 25, 2024
David B.
The service was good even though the restaurant appeared pretty much fully booked on a Tuesday evening. The atmosphere was great.

Overall: 10/10
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Jul 19, 2024
Lola W.
Great food, good service- very enjoyable as usual. Did notice an increase in prices as haven’t been here for awhile, but everywhere have put their prices up so I guess to be expected.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 2/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 4/10
Jul 05, 2024
Juan B.
Steak wasent good for all 4 family members vert chewy. But appart from that good service

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Jun 11, 2024
Heather D.
Good food Relaxed atmosphere

Overall: 10/10
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Jun 08, 2024
Jamie Y.
So good. Amazing steak and it was special night

Overall: 10/10
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Jun 06, 2024
Tracey G.
Excellent meal, great value.

Overall: 10/10
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May 23, 2024
Anne A.
Very lovely evening thank you

Overall: 10/10
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May 03, 2024
Rosemary M.
Great night- great food - recommend

Overall: 10/10
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May 02, 2024
Shay R.
Fantastic service even on a super busy night. Food always delicious and great value. Love dining here and will definitely be back

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Apr 25, 2024
Natalie G.
Delicious food, great environment and friendly staff we will definitely be back again :)

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Apr 19, 2024
Shine B.
Special price and steak are perfect :)

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Apr 15, 2024
Jude S.
Always fantastic

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Apr 11, 2024
Brendan P.
Great service as always thankyou

Overall: 10/10
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Apr 02, 2024
Patricia M.
Very nice ambiance, great service, beautifully presented meal. Good tasting food with a variety of roasted and steamed vegetables and Yorkshire pudding and nice gravy. Highly recommended.

Overall: 10/10
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Mar 31, 2024
trinity w.
delicious

Overall: 10/10
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Mar 29, 2024
Sam S.
Always fantastic

Overall: 10/10
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Mar 25, 2024
Sandy C.
First time visit nice venue and delicious Steaks

Overall: 10/10
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Mar 22, 2024
Justin C.
Great place, great value and the team at Honda Store North Shore enjoyed it very much.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Mar 17, 2024
Janine N.
It was great

Overall: 10/10
Food: 5/10
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Mar 01, 2024
Kaylene M.
Two steaks at our table were very stringy and tough. However the chefs and staff were wonderful in sorting the issue out. We would definitely eat there again as food is delicious.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 29, 2024
Patricia Mary D.
Excellent food and service. Very friendly

Overall: 10/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 10/10
Feb 24, 2024
Alison H.
We always enjoy coming to picador! Sujal knows us so well, automatically knows what drinks we want and how we like our food. Sujal makes Picador pleasant

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Feb 22, 2024
Andrew C.
Excellent experience. Great food at a great price and good service too. Will definitely be back.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Feb 11, 2024
Raewyn M.
Great service from friendly staff.enjoyablej evening and amazing value for money

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 07, 2024
Brian D.
I drive a 59km there and 59km back to have an great steak

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 26, 2024
Andrietta S.
The best value for money! Friendly staff, excellent food, outstanding service and lovely ambience. Well done guys! What a treat on the Coast.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
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Jan 26, 2024
Carin D.
Food was tasty, big portions. It was very busy, staff was great.

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 24, 2024
Shirley O.
We had the steak special....it was cooked a perfect medium rare + well done!! Fantastic deal for the price! First time at the restaurant....will go back

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 24, 2024
Shane B.
Very tasty and well priced specials, will definitely be back

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 18, 2024
Elaine R.
We were a table of 4 n we thought it was great we will be back for sure

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 12, 2024
JD D.
Always great food with best service

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
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Jan 07, 2024
Gaylene S.
Always great - thank you

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 06, 2024
Leah E.
Great food absolutely delicious. Service was fantastic can't fault. Highly recommend.

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 04, 2024
Wendy W.
Always enjoy eating at Picadors. Service, staff and menu are great.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 03, 2024
Terry M.
A few new wait staff so they were still learning. The surf and turf only one prawn as opposed to 2 on the menu. Understand why as the tiger prawn was double normal size. However, staff should advise customers at the time they order. Timarasou was not the classic version and more lie a chocolate sponge. A great meal as usual.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Dec 24, 2023
Karen W.
AwSome food great service will definitely be going back , merry Christmas

Overall: 10/10
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Dec 04, 2023
Renata M.
Very good like always

Overall: 10/10
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Nov 30, 2023
Paora M.
Everything was amazing as usual - never had a bad experience from over 2 dozen visits , it’s now our local and food is

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Nov 25, 2023
Karen K.
Once again a fantastic meal my brother was visiting from the Uk and had surf and turf he couldn’t stop raving about it. Service was superb as usual. Thank you for making this last evening with my brother an unforgettable one.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Nov 24, 2023
Katie L.
The food was delivered with a smile for $20 steak this will become our regular date night go to we loved it Thankyou

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Nov 17, 2023
Sally W.
Beautiful food and wonderful staff. Love it here

Overall: 10/10
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Nov 17, 2023
Barbara B.
We had a really nice meal all the staff made us feel really welcome We have recommended picador to all our family

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Nov 15, 2023
CHRISTINE S.
Great place to celebrate my birthday the other night - great service, menu and food outstanding!!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Nov 14, 2023
Sandra W.
Great family birthday evening with delicious food,excellent service comfortable environment and of course affordability. Staff were very helpful with our many request making our evening that much more enjoyable. Chiefs cooking was A1, definitely our new family favourite restaurant.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Nov 14, 2023
Karen H.
We love picador with the friendliest of staff and amazing food. We travel regularly from Birkenhead to eat there. Food is exceptional and very well priced. If you love a good espresso martini this is a must try also. Can’t wait to go back

Overall: 10/10
Food: 7/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Nov 06, 2023
Clem W.
Everything was great. Just the steaks we had were not medium rare which was a little bit disappointing. We came last time and the steaks were done to perfection.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Nov 03, 2023
Brendan P.
Amazing me and my wife love this place it's always 10 out of 10

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Oct 30, 2023
Rachel L.
Fantastic food, well definitely be back

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Oct 27, 2023
Brooklyn R.
Great experience, we both really enjoyed the service and our meal :)

Overall: 10/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Oct 25, 2023
addy s.
Would love to see more meal options

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
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Value: 10/10
Oct 22, 2023
Lara M.
Some of the best steaks we have eaten in a long time. Beautifully caramels on the outside and cooked to medium rara and rare as we asked.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Oct 19, 2023
James B.
Dined there for the first time and it is 10 out of 10 for all sections. Looking forward to dining there again on Saturday 4th November 2023

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Sep 29, 2023
Jan S.
Great food!

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Sep 21, 2023
William S.
First time as a family, great food, great service even though it was busy. Great value for money, delicious steak even as a "special Tuesday". Love to come back. Makes it feasible to take the family out in a regular bases.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Sep 21, 2023
lynne h.
It’s was great thanks. We did wait a bit too long for our meals but it was so busy but Great food thanks

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 7/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 10/10
Sep 13, 2023
Viv B.
The Sunday roast meal was Devine, tender beef , not over cooked vegetables, gravy superb . Excellent portions ( in fact I couldn’t quite finish mine though I tried hard as it was just so good ) . Go and check them out and see for yourself

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Sep 07, 2023
Sonya P.
Love this place!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Sep 06, 2023
Grant H.
Great service,great food we will be back.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Sep 03, 2023
Jean V.
As always, the service was excellent and the food exquisite. Picador definitely uses the best quality Rump Steak available to them. Keep it up!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Aug 25, 2023
Johan O.
Value for money and excellent food! Friendly staff!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 4/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 8/10
Aug 24, 2023
Darnelle J.
Hi there, I had the $20 rump. It was really tough and chewy. My friend sent hers back as she couldn't cut it. I would rather pay for a thiner cut of ramp and have it less tough or marinade it. In saying that I loved the presentation service and atmosphere is perfect. If you could nail the rump with not being tough it would be amazing.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Aug 16, 2023
Charlene K.
We love our catch ups at Picador great service, great food.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Aug 05, 2023
Leana S.
10 out 10. Enjoyed the food and the restaurant is beautiful. Will visit again. Thank you

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Aug 03, 2023
Carien P.
We had a lovely evening with good food in a warm and inviting setting. Would definitely return

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 16, 2023
Sam S.
You can’t beat a steak and chips with salad and gravy for $20. Fantastic price and great atmosphere

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 15, 2023
Brent W.
Best value, great service, excellent food

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jul 13, 2023
Clare T.
Excellent night - We were there on a Tuesday to celebrate a birthday, and had the $20 steak special. Great value and so tasty! A week before my husband had eye fillet steak at a local Italian restaurant and he commented that the rump steak here was so much nicer! Great service, and although it was a full house, the meals came out promptly. We will be back soon! Many thanks!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jul 13, 2023
Patricia M.
Excellent service and atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jul 07, 2023
Linda R.
We all had the $20 steak deal. Steak perfectly cooked but maybe a little thick for me. Next time I will ask for mashed potato instead of chips to use up the delicious gravy. The restaurant was full but this did not affect their service. A nice family night out.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 06, 2023
Pete M.
As a first date night in a while we loved the atmosphere (it was FULL !), the space to enjoy each other's company and great food.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 06, 2023
Vi C.
Very enjoyable evening by the three of us Thank you

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 04, 2023
Melissa J.
Always an amazing meal love our local

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jun 29, 2023
Rosemary M.
Great experience, highly recommend