We had a great month long experience in Dunedin. During that time, we had many enjoyable meals. But of all the restaurants, Bacchus was our favorite. The food was absolutely delicious. The staff are wonderful. The ambience is lovely. Highly recommend it!

We went in search of a fine dining restaurant, giving us a break from our bus tour’s ordinary cafes and sandwich shops. After asking a few people on the street, we found Bacchus Wine Bar & Restaurant. At first, we were intimidated by the stairs...going upstairs as we both have mobility issues. It was worth the difficult walk! Rose, the chef, produces the most delicate flavours only tasted in Michelin-starred restaurants. The food is beautifully presented, service is impeccable and it was a lovely restful experience. Bacchus must be pleased for his name to be used in this awesome dining establishment.More

We enjoyed our dinner - the food was delicious and beautifully cooked. There was a lovely ambience and the staff were friendly.

Went for dinner with friends. The menu hasn’t been updated here in a very long time. Options are boring and desperately need updating. I had the parsnip and pear soup. It was nice. Followed that with the lamb rump which was nicely cooked but again...uninspired. Dessert was a huge disappointment. Apple tart tartan served cold and soggy and the garnish of sliced orange, kiwi fruit and melon looked straight out of the 90’s. Nothing really terrible about the meal but for the same price there are so many better places to go. Time for a change guys!More

We had heard good reviews about this place,from where we were staying at The Chamberson Hotel down the road. The menu looked amazing, but when we first walked in we were greeted by guests sitting at a table in the doorway. Kind of lost to...where the main restaurant was… we asked them where to go. Walking past the kitchen I smiled at the chef, but got a rude look back like he didn’t want to be there. I was starting to feel like this was not the place I was expecting. In the main restaurant the decor was very cold and definitely wasn’t what I expected judging by the Laurent Perrier and Perrier Joet posters as you came up the stairway. We ordered the Waldorf salad and the risotto for an entree at around about $22 each. I felt like I could’ve made a better risotto myself, it was very bland. For the main we both ordered salmon. It sounded amazing with all the right elements for a delicious dish. Unfortunately upon seeing it on our plate it looked very average, and tasted overcooked and underwhelming. The beer list with Speights at the top lwas a put off straight away. However the wine Selection looked amazing and we were recommended a very good rosé. Our waiter was very polite and funny. But I think he understood that we were not having a good time and were not happy as we got up and left straight after the main course, as he approached us to offer up the dessert menu. I would highly recommend not going to this restaurant I’ve never eaten such average food for a reasonably high price tag in a very long time. I think you would be better off going to the local pub for a good old pub meal. I really don’t understand where these high reviews are coming from, maybe I had to high an expectation of Bacchus. When I consider a restaurant pitched the way Bacchus was, places like Rata in Queenstown or Muttonbird in Wanaka come to mind. Unfortunately Bacchus doesn’t even come close.More

Had a fabulous dinner here on Monday. Staff were attentive and helpful. Food was great. The steak was perfect! Lovely wine Lovely venue Thanks for making our night in Dunedin lovely

Loved this place. Intimate, great food, great service - skilled, unobtrusive and genuine staff. Highly recommend.

Food cooked ok. Not stunning. Small portion but not the fine dining expected. Not good value. Probably wouldn't go back or recommend to friends. Expensive for what was provided. Friendly and attentive staff and good service.

Went out for an evening meal while visiting family in Dunedin. Excellent service and fine dining on the Octogen. Definitely recommend if you enjoy dining out. Upstairs in a refurbished bank with a view of the Octogen.

Boutique type restaurant upstairs from the Octagon. Don’t be put off by entry, it’s old n looks a bit run down but once up stairs you get the idea if it’s old world charm. Service was excellent. Bacchus has won a NZ beef & lamb...award ever year for past 20 years so make sure you order beef or lamb. They do have chicken n fish on the menu as well. Make sure when booking you don’t get a table in the hallway as you walk in to the restaurant. Food was excellent especially the beef cheeks! A bit pricey so be prepared. Cost us $290 four with no alcohol!More

Yes prices are a bit high compared to a pub or bistro but this is fine dining and very reasonable for the quality of food that you get. Ate pork belly that was probably the best I had ever. Excellent wine list, this a bit...over price, as I don't all restaurants in NZ for wine...we know how much it costs in the shop! Excellent service and nice atmosphere, if I have to recommend one restaurant in Dunedin, this will be the oneMore

As always a fabulous food and wine experience. Such good service and everything was just divine. We love Bacchus as we know its consistently excellent.