Gilt Brasserie

Food was delicious! Special mentions: tuna tartare, grilled tiger prawns, t-bone and confit potato squares. The tuna tartare dish is textural heaven with the crispy rye bread. The tuna was very fresh and the different flavours complemented each other well. The waitress recommended ordering bread with the tiger prawns to mop up all the sauce and we were glad we took her advice! We even ordered a second serving of bread! Service was good and staff were attentive enough, nothing out of this world though. They got our duck & pork bolognese order mixed up with a roast duck. Impressed with how they handled it - our pasta was brought out a little later as the kitchen still had to prepare it due to being missed but they offered the roast duck to us on the house. The restaurant is beautiful and chic. However, it was far too hot in there which made the dining experience slightly uncomfortable. Was my second time here and will definitely be returning again.

In a city brimming with good restaurants, Gilt isn’t just good — it’s unforgettable. The space oozes sophisticated glamour, large yet intimate spaces, bustling with good energy set from the minute you are greeted by the most exceptional hospitality team I’ve ever seen. Every dish is a work of art — visually stunning, layered with flavour, and executed with precision. The menu balances innovation with comfort, offering bold, modern seasonal creations alongside timeless classics elevated to perfection. The expansive wine list very impressive, showcasing the best of New Zealand along with international gems, not to forget the fine cocktails crafted by professional mixologists. Also appreciate the quality stemware. What truly sets Gilt apart, is the service. The team somehow manages to be polished, warm, and intuitive all at once. Glasses are topped up before you notice they’re low, recommendations are spot-on and well matched to dishes. A place to celebrate, to indulge, and to savour the magic of dining done absolutely right... Special thank you to Jane, David and Joaquin for their over and above service.

We dined at Gilt as a group of four, drawn in by the glowing reviews and high expectations. The ambience and service were excellent, and the baguette to start was great. The brussel sprouts, king crab pasta, and rib on the bone were strong dishes, but the rest fell flat. The “simple green salad” was nothing more than plain butter lettuce with a drizzle of dressing — disappointing for the price point. The beef cheeks looked great when served but were a bit dry and tough, lacking the melt in your mouth texture you’d expect. Dessert was the biggest letdown. The tiramisu was poorly executed, an oversoaked sponge and freeze-dried strawberries in place of the Clevedon strawberries advertised on the menu. At this level, that kind of substitution without notice feels misleading. In short, some mains are worth ordering, but the weak salad, execution of the beef cheeks and subpar dessert put a dent in the whole experience.

It was our first time to try this place. Food, service and atmosphere are excellent! The flavors just hit the spot. They even gave us a slice of cake for our birthdays. Perfect place to get together with friends and family. The hand wash soap in the toilet smelled so nice!

We picked Gilt for my father's 100th birthday. It was stupendous. The team at Gilt spoiled him rotten. The food was fabulous and Gilt do the best Tiger prawns in NZ. Ask my father - he scoffed 5 of them. I really enjoyed the oysters which went perfectly with their French Rose. They told me it was their first ever 100th birthday celebration there and I couldn't recommend them enough with how they looked after us.

I had lunch at Gilt to celebrate my mother’s graduation. The food was divine. High quality ingredients that married so well together. The service was probably the highlight of our meal. The person who I assumed was the manager was so attentive. He heard us talking about how much my mum loves anchovies so he went and got her a small plate of just anchovies! While we had dessert and coffee, he also came out with an extra dessert as a congratulations for my mother’s graduation. We felt cared for and it made our meal all the better. The food was incredible, I especially enjoyed the lamb and the king crab parpadelle which we all agreed was the highlight of the meal. The tiramisu was a massive serving and was probably one of the best tiramisu’s I’ve ever had in Auckland. Such an incredible dining experience! Thank you!

My first ever meal in New Zealand, more of just a snack really, but very satisfying! Gilt is light, bright, and airy. We found the staff to be crisp, friendly, and attentive. And the food, from a seasonal menu, was super fresh, well presented, and delicious. Perhaps a tiny bit expensive, but with great value. We will definitely be going back.

10/10 food, cocktails and service. The fish was incredible! Beautiful space, bustling even on a Thursday night, which made it a little noisy. Will definitely be back nonetheless and recommend to others.