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“Top Class Restaurant”
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 4 weeks ago

Always great to return to our favorite restaurant. Great food excellent service with a high quality maintained after almost 25 years since our first dinner date at Sails.

Date of visit: October 2024
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Sails Restaurant, Owner at Sails Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Thank you for the great review. We look forward to serving you for many more dates to come

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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

It’s not easy to keep up a high standard year after year but Sails has found the recipe for success. Their staff are professional, knowledgeable and tentative. The food is as fresh as possible and the combination of flavours sublime. This is our go to restaurant for special occasions.

Date of visit: October 2024
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Sails Restaurant, Owner at Sails Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thank you Ruth for such a wonderful review. We hope to see you again soon

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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Sails' position and outlook is hard to beat. We haven't eaten here for some time, so it was a treat just reminding myself of how nice it is to dine there. Tables are well spaced, so you're never likely to be overheard - or to hear what others are talking about. And the food is delicious!! Service is also good, with a terrific cocktails selection, which we tested. The only negative is that it's up 18 stairs, with no lift, so disabled people have to miss out.

Date of visit: October 2024
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Sails Restaurant, Owner at Sails Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Thanks for taking the time to post us a review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your evening. And our cocktail selection.
It is unfortunate that we cannot get a lift installed, sadly this will always be the case. Next time you come we'll have to find a dashing young man to sweep you off your feet and carry you up the stairs...

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Reviewed 7 October 2024

It was our first visit to Sails and we weren't disappointed - the Signature Menu was fantastic - amazing food and drinks and very attentive staff

Date of visit: October 2024
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Sails Restaurant, Owner at Sails Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 5 weeks ago

Thank you for the wonderful review. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed your first visit with us.
Here's hoping it won't be your last. Looking forward to seeing you again soon

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Reviewed 6 October 2024 via mobile

From start to finish, an outstanding dining experience. We started with a dozen tempura oysters which were plump and perfectly cooked. Then we had the Signature Menu which showcased fresh seafood, duck, beef and a lemon creme dessert. My husband did the wine match which was exceptional value for money, generous pours and a well considered assortment of wines.

Date of visit: October 2024
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Sails Restaurant, Owner at Sails Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 5 weeks ago

We can't wait either! Looking forward to seeing you again soon.

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