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Just had our Xmas work do and it was such a great venue. The staff member who served us was awesome. The food was so delicious and didn't feel at all like we needed to rush our meals. Will definitely have to come back for dessert sometime soon as I was/we were all too full to fit any in this time. Thanks Arborio staff and chefs 12/11/21
Service was prompt and welcoming. I was seated at a table inside. There were two large tables of patrons inside which became too noisy for me. I asked if I could sit in the courtyard area with enclosed glass windows. Wasn't a problem. Not long after I sat there, another very large group arrived and sat on a table behind me. I felt constantly in the way with wait staff walking behind me through the small gap between me and the patrons sitting on the table beside me. The view of the sea was obscured by salt on the windows that needed a good clean to highlight the wonderful views. My tempura fish n chips was fresh and perfectly cooked. The salad was lacking in flavour. My recommendation by staff of the Flamingo cocktail, never arrived until after my main arrived and I ordered it well before my mains order was taken. The cocktail was delicious. A nice mix of citrus (lemon) and sweet flavours. I went back for another cocktail outside with a friend tonight. Lovely ambience inside with the Middle Eastern lanterns and decor. I was confused why the restaurant has an Italian name Arborio? As the menu is a mix of various cuisines from around the world from curries, seafood, hamburgers, pasta and salads. Highly recommend dining here but not for a romantic evening due to the large pax tables and the noise of large groups. Would recommend it for a nice meal out with the children or family and friends or work colleagues.
Best service in years, attentive and friendly. Delicious meal and cocktails. Nice ambience but can get a little loud at times making it hard to hear your companions
The lighting is spectacular in creating a special atmosphere. I came as part of a large group with my partner. I had the chicken thigh and breast. Loved the Moroccan spice and sauce on it. Partner had the pork belly. Although there were some drink mix-ups because there were so many of us, our waitress had a great attitude, which erased any negative impact on our experience. Service is everything and we felt listened to and special. Will be back.
We came from Wellington to celebrate my partner’s birthday. Food was delicious, service was amazing! Had garlic cheese pizza bread, seafood linguini, beef eye fillet and fries. The mac and cheese croquettes was really yummy. No doubt easily the best restaurants out there in New Plymouth, will definitely come again if we are ever in Taranaki.
