South Eatery Restaurant

One of the few places I’ve been to in New Zealand that actually deserves a 5 star review.nnHad the spiced prawns, steak and the salmon.nnAlpine Salmon was a little undersized at 150gnnPrawns had a unique local flavor and steak was amazing.nnService is immaculatennView is amazing indoors while keeping warm with outdoor dining options available and bench seats to better appreciate the view

Came in to celebrate my birthday dinner. Ordered the beef cheeks and the pork belly. The beef cheeks were fantastically tender and perfectly moist. The mash and jus were also on point. The pork belly was very moist and succulent. The belly itself was semi crunchy, would have loved it to be a bit more crunchy, however it was pretty good despite this. The mushroom sauce perhaps needs a bit of work, however that could easily be a matter of personal preference. The salmon brandade and the venison carpacchio were both delicious and well presented. The cocktails were great and complimented the mood of the night very well. Had the beeramisu and the chocolate fondant. I would have preferred the tiramisu to be a little less soggy, however the taste was definitely there. The chocolate fondant was perfect, complete with oozing chocolate. Customer service by all wait staff was absolutely phenomenal Very attentive and hospitable and food came out in a very timely manner. You definitely have to give this restaurant a try if you are wanting a fine dining menu without the pretentiousness and ridiculous prices.

It was okay….nEntree asparagus was over cooked. The crispy prosciutto was rock hard like it had been left on the windowsill in an open packed for 3+ days.nMy lamb main was nicenOur cocktails tasted like sugar or cough medicine.nService was very good!

Managed to get a 6pm booking through First Table, and are we glad we did! Beautiful meal, stunning presentation, could not fault it at all! Had the salmon entree and Beef Cheek, highly recommend Staff lovely and beautiful views if the mountains. My husband loved the mulled wine.

Absolutely gorgeous food coupled with fantastic service, add the unbelievable panoramic views of the lake and mountains and you have a meal you won’t forget! Loved every minute.

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