Valentines

Myself and my partner travelled from Bay of plenty for a nice relaxing getaway and one of our good friends recommended valentines North Shore. First off, the place is really clean and immaculate. We were greeted by Winnie who was amazing and although we were late, she bumped our dining time which we never expected but felt really elated. She was nurturing and reassuring with Kind warm energy which really set the tone for our beautiful night ahead. Throughout the night we were nurtured by Shannon and Vanessa who were just really amazing, consistent, bubbly and polite. Vanessa even took our plate of prawns to be grilled and bought it back for us which we’ve never experienced before. So appreciative of her. We felt so welcomed like we were family and Shannon even let us stay few minutes longer to finish our food with no pressure or sense off urgency. We were so content in a beautiful way it was just a magical experience. I personally don’t like to try new settings because most experiences tend to turn out shaky, however these ladies also the chef and a few other assistants made me a happy believer so much I recommended them to my family and my family are big especially when it comes to dining out heh. Thank you guys so so much definitely returning back and it won’t just be us either lol have a great day take care and keep being amazing If you’re new or haven’t been here to North Shore Valentines I suggest you get there asap and experience a day/night to remember for life

Beautiful place, have been coming here for many years. Spent 2022 Christmas here with my family. We were warmly greeted and given gifts, chocs and gifts for the kids. Best money spent and we left pleasantly happy. Highly recommended to all.Food: 5/5

Wonderful family friendly buffet. The staff were efficient and it was busy yet food was always stocked. Also had free coffee while playing on the pockie machines. I started with the seafood chowder with croutons and a salad paired with crackers, then shared some crab and shrimp with my gf, then had a mixture of meats pepper steak cooked fresh for me, ribs, butter chicken and ended with dessert apple crumble, jelly and hot chocolate. Was so stuffed from trying a bit of everything hehe Will come back with my family another time for sure everything was amazing! Food, atmosphere, service and price.

I went again today, 10 Feb 2023 and it was as good as the last time. I left very happy. I wasn't sure if I needed a walk or a lie down Previous time: I visited before Covid so a few years ago and wasn't impressed at all. The food wasn't good at all. Then I saw a few people mention on a Facebook post that the North Shore branch is great, and I thought I would give it another try. The lunch price is a bit steep at $32. The food was really good! I enjoyed everything I ate. I liked it so much that I went back the following week. The ladies are so friendly, helpful, and attentive. They keep clearing the dirty dishes, and check up to see if you need anything. They have a seafood station, a chocolate fountain, a coffee machine, a great selection of cold and warm desserts and puddings, a carvery station with different fish and meat, and a big selection of food ranging from soup the seafood chowder is my favourite, butter chicken, chickpea curry, with naan yum, veggies cooked in various ways, selection for kids nuggets, chips, pizza, and an awesome salad bar. There is a clear sign posted on the cold drink machine that states there is a one off price for their bottomless cold drink and slushy machines. It is also on the tent menus on every table, so people are well informed that the only exclusion of the buffet is the cold drinks and slushies. I'm so glad I gave it another go!

Booked lunch for myself and my sister for her birthday and enjoyed the food and service. Food was delicious and service was excellent, place was clean and place was so open and inviting. Ice cream machine was down but so many desert options you were not disappointed.

The service is excellent and so as the food which I enjoyed so much. This is so far the best place I’ve been to in NZ and I’ll be going there often. Love it so much that I have to get 3 plates heheheRecommended dishesRoasted Chicken, Mixed Plate, Cheesecake, Carved Champagne Ham, Sweet and Sour Pork

Handy location in Wairau Road close to Motorway, parking is limited, staff friendly. Food is average, but good place to go if you are on a budget

A lovely dining experience. The renovations look fantastic and am always impressed with the number of options available. The live cooking kitchen is a great addition for delicious fresh food. The staff are always so warm and welcoming and was glad to see the restaurant filled with happy customers. From a regular patron.

Heaps to choose from and taste is pretty good. Seafood was being pumped out which is good to see because I've been places where it stopped really early into seating. Freshly cooked meat is available but I suggest you order that straight away and then fill a separate plate from the buffet because it takes a bit for them to cook and only two Selections at a time from the fresh cooked meat station. Staff were awesome that night. Kid-friendliness: Highchair boosters available Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs just straight walk in double automatic doors

Just Amazing to be there.....friendly staff...awesome people and the Owners of the Valentines are just too down to earth great souls...Food: 5/5

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