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    The Brantry

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    750 reviews
    #6 of 91 Restaurants in Taupo
    $$ - $$$, European, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly
    45 Rifle Range Road, Taupo 3330, New Zealand
    +64 7-378 0484
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    4.5 750 reviews
    #6 of 91 Restaurants in Taupo, New Zealand
    Certificate of Excellence2015 - 2018 Winner
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    45 Rifle Range Road, Taupo 3330 New Zealand
    4.8 km from Huka Falls tracks
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    +64 7-378 0484

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    The Brantry is located in a 1950's town house tastefully renovated to create a special ambience for any dining occasion. The low ceilings, large open fire and timeless decor gives a sense of style that owners Prue and Felicity are proud of. The food is described as contemporary New Zealand cuisine. Proud New Zealander Prue believes there is a wealth of food options here on our doorstep. The menu is updated seasonally to access all the freshest produce. The Brantry is a perfect venue for weddings we can organise everything from name tags to flowers. OPEN 7 DAYS DECEMBER AND JANUARY
    PRICE RANGE
    US$10 - US$41
    Special Diets
    Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Dinner
    CUISINES
    European, New Zealand
    FEATURES
    Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar
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    Lacking something this time...

    I dined here last week with hubby and did not enjoy my meal as much as I have done on previous occasions. I had the carrot entree and the eye fillet main and both were nice but not outstanding. I also felt the service was...More

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank kristabel2016
    Reviewed yesterday
    Excellent food and service

    My group of girls and I come up for the Taupo Summer concert and try to go to a different restaurant each time - we rely on Trip Advisor for the top 10. The Brantry was our pick this year and it did not disappoint....More

    Date of visit: January 2019
    Thank kiwikessler
    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Fantastic!

    We found The Brantry through TripAdvisor and it lived up to its excellent ratings. Everything was superb... food, service, ambience. Some people consider the menu limited, but there are five starters and five mains, all different. My fussy dislikes were no problem. Fish croquettes and...More

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank jacky_northants
    Reviewed 4 days ago
    An evening of dining excellence

    Wow - what a wonderful restaurant this little gem is. Recommended by a tour guide, and a little walk from our accommodation, this place is worth the effort to locate. The staff are wonderful, the ambience is relaxed and the food is fabulous. I give...More

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank Graham M
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Fantastic dinner

    Despite not having an “A la carte” Menu, the limited choice was enough. The quality/freshness of the ingredients were just “gastronomic” and the service was up to the mark. We chose the slow-cooked Lamb as main which was excellent. The “entrées” were smashing (curry prawn...More

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank christophes154
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Best food and ambiance in Taupo

    The outdoor patio surrounded by lovely gardens was a wonderful setting on a summer evening. The service was excellent, and the food very good. Although there are other good restaurants in Taupo, this one won for overall experience.

    Date of visit: February 2019
    1  Thank Marcia N
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    DELICIOUS FOOD & LOVELY SETTING

    What a lovely restaurant. EVERY course was delicious - especially loved the flavours of the curry prawn entree!! Perfectly cooked eye fillet. Had a fantastic waitress. Tables are nicely spaced out. Lovely ambiance. TOTALLY recommend.

    Date of visit: February 2019
    1  Thank JulieJulesA
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Highly accomplished cuisine

    The Brantry ticks the boxes. A lovely looking restaurant with a charming outside area. Great and highly attentive service. Excellent and well thought out wine list. Fabulous food. Cost with good wine was $100 a head.

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank foxbat
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Tasty food, slow sewrvice

    Admittedly, we arrived without a reservation on a busy Friday evening, but were very disappointed with the delays experienced. We were impressed with the efficiency of the waitresses, but thought that the place was very understaffed, and that they were expected to carry an unfair...More

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank DublinCOL
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Wish I could come again...

    The Branty is a gem. The simple but excellent menu has something to delight everyone. There are a number of attractive dining spaces. The service is top class. You can choose a one, two or three course dinner. There is an extensive wine list. The...More

    Date of visit: January 2019
    1  Thank MHH0855
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    AnneF404
    9 December 2018|
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    Response from k2512b | Reviewed this property |
    I personally would not take smaller children there - more of an adult fine dining experience. Although there were children in the restaurant when we were there aged i think 6 & 8 and they ate from the standard menu.
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    ontheroadagain033
    7 February 2016|
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    Response from lynne_pnut |
    brantry does cater for vegetarians.. will usually be a vegetarian entree. as for the main. if dont eat fish.. the chefs will see what you like and dislike and create a main vegetarian assiette using the main meals vege... More
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    Barbara M
    17 January 2016|
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    Response from Lynn P | Reviewed this property |
    Sorry no reason to enquire for gluten free meals
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