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“Dinner at Sails”
Review of Sails Restaurant

Sails Restaurant
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Ranked #2 of 2,919 Restaurants in Auckland Central
Certificate of Excellence
Price range: $19 - $45
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Dining options: After-hours, Reservations
Description: Sails Restaurant has an amazing location. Set in the middle of Westhaven Marina, beside the Harbour Bridge, with breathtaking views of the harbour. There are few views in the world that capture the essence of the city than the one from Sails Restaurant. A couple of minutes from the centre of Auckland, yet in a world of its own, with unlimited free parking at the door, Sails Restaurant is not just about its location. Over the last three decades the restaurant has forged its reputation as one of New Zealand’s top restaurants through an uncompromising belief in using only the freshest ingredients, the most talented chefs, and professional waiting staff. The menu at Sails is seafood focused, but also includes New Zealand’s finest beef and lamb. The full menu and all the details can be found on our website.
Reviewed 19 August 2024 via mobile

Visited again with ny husband for our anniversary. You can see the bridge ( Harbour ) and enjoy the quietness within. Good ambiance, enough parking and clean place.
I had prawns for a starter and he had scallops, which they freeze and cook. Duck was yummy and l enjoyed the charred vegetables. Good food . He had fish of the day and lychee cocktail.
Good evening.

Date of visit: August 2024
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Sails Restaurant, Owner at Sails Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 25 August 2024

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your evening.
New Zealand scallops not in season currently. They are also very rare and not easy to come by. They're delicious when they're available, but the are significantly smaller than the Atlantic and Japanese scallops that are plentiful and available all year round. Yes, these do come to us vacuum packed and frozen. Our breaded scallops are a signature dish and very popular here at Sails. I'm sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy them. We would have been more than happy to bring you something else had you mentioned this when dining with us.
We do hope you will come and see us again, perhaps try something else next time

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Reviewed 18 August 2024 via mobile

I was looking forward to visiting this restaurant for my birthday and it certainly exceeded all expectations. The restaurant has a lovely cosy feel, a fabulous view and the food and service was five star. The staff are all excellent and very knowledgeable about the food and wine. We had the special winter menu that was on offer at the time which was of great value. My daughter was well catered for too with a great children’s menu. I look forward to returning again hopefully in the near future.

Date of visit: August 2024
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Sails Restaurant, Owner at Sails Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 25 August 2024

Thank you for this lovely review. We hope to see you again, perhaps for your next special occasion

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Reviewed 18 August 2024

Went here for husband’s birthday and tried the 6 course meal! The food was absolutely delicious, the ambience, decor and view was beautiful and the staff especially our Fijian waiter was top notch! We had a fantastic time and would highly recommend!

Date of visit: August 2024
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Sails Restaurant, Owner at Sails Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 25 August 2024

Thank you for taking the time to post us such a lovely review. Our 6-course is a showcase of some of our signature dishes and no-one leaves hungry. Happy Birthday to hubby. We hope to see you again, perhaps for another birthday

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Reviewed 18 August 2024

We dine in Sails for special occasions and every visit is the best experience. It's my husband's birthday last night and we had a great time.Service team is warm and friendly. Food is served in timely manner and we enjoyed each courses. Sails restaurant -we will surely come back!

Date of visit: August 2024
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Sails Restaurant, Owner at Sails Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 25 August 2024

We love special occasions. Glad to hear you had such an enjoyable night.
We look forward to seeing you again soon

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Reviewed 15 August 2024 via mobile

An absolutely first rate experience from start to finish. Relaxed feel; friendly and helpful staff; stunning food and wine and very reasonable for the quality on offer. If we lived in Auckland we would be “regulars”.

Date of visit: August 2024
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Sails Restaurant, Owner at Sails Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 25 August 2024

Move to Auckland!

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