Jun 21, 2018 Restaurants
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The Grove restaurant review
Metro Top 50 2018 restaurant The Grove in the Auckland CBD is an inspiring fine dining establishment.
This is one of Auckland’s most consistent and inspiring fine-dining institutions: many of the city’s best chefs learned the ropes here. What’s exciting about The Grove in 2018, however, is that the experience feels unpredictable and a little daring. This is likely due to the arrival of new head chef Scott Denning, but the feeling is about a lot more than the fresh ideas of a new culinary chief – the service feels less formal, too; even the music is more eclectic. The Grove offers a four- or seven-course dégustation. It’s a journey inspired by global food trends that focus on provenance and sustainability but it’s also just incredibly flavourful and easy to like. There are elements of theatre: your night begins with a verbal tour of a menu you never set eyes on, and ends with a flaming Bombe Alaska, finished at the table. What’s most memorable is how seamlessly it all flows when you’re guided by efficient, attentive and, most importantly, charming staff.
What it offers Dégustation options / Free-range chicken and/or pork / Good for vegetarians / Takes large groups / Bar / Craft beer selection
A favourite dish Bombe Alaska
Awards Finalist, Best Service
Hours Lunch Thurs-Fri, Dinner Mon-Sat
Bookings Yes
Price $$$
Seats 38
Chef Scott Denning
St Patrick’s Square, Wyndham St, Auckland CBD
Ph 368-4129
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