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Tony's Original Steak & Seafood Restaurant

Restaurant Cafe Family restaurant Seafood restaurant Historical landmark Steak house New zealand restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Caves in Auckland


Address

27 Wellesley Street West, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Website

tonys.co.nz

Contact

+64 9 373 4196

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (2.2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: (New Year's Day), 11:45 am to 2 pm, 5 to 9:30 pm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: (Day after New Year's Day), 11:45 am to 2 pm, 5 to 9:30 pm, Hours might differ
  • Wednesday: 11:45 am to 2 pm, 5 to 9:30 pm
  • Thursday: 11:45 am to 2 pm, 5 to 9:30 pm
  • Friday: 11:45 am to 2 pm, 5 to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 5 to 10 pm
  • Sunday: 5 to 8 pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 3/5 Brendon G. 2 years ago on Google
    My partner and I came in to treat ourselves for the first time in a very long time. The place was very nice we had never been here before but wanted to support local. The service was great such a lovely staff. We ordered the crumbed scallops, they were very yummy with the sauce on them, my partner got the salmon for her main and I got the Tony's original steak meal. My partner was impressed with hers and overall I was with mine the steak was cooked exactly how I asked. The biggest letdown was finding rotten bits of salad among my fresh salad after taking a few mouthfuls. The staff were great about this asking if I wanted anything else. Overall I would try again and recommend to others.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ami D. 2 years ago on Google
    For the experience me and my crew had today you guys deserve more than 5 stars. If there was an option to have 10 stars I’d give it. The food was AMAZING!!!! Definitely worth the money!!!! Also the drinks were great too. Definitely coming here again. Thanks from me, Krissy and the ladies from Spring spa St Heliers 😊
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Eric C. 2 years ago on Google
    OK it's my fault. I should not forget to take pictures of the mains...... Sorry, I missed out Eyed Fillets, Fish and chips, chicken burger and others This is the most famous steakhouse in town, but I was only here for my first time the other day Perhaps it was because I was having lunch instead of dinner. I really can't tell the difference between here and there. But I have to address that the lunch menu was really value for the money. Hopefully next time I would have time to try dinner, try a better steak.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Syd E. 1 year ago on Google
    Outstanding service and delicious, masterful cuisine. 🦐🥩 No wonder this place is an institution! The prices are very reasonable considering the quality. The seafood was so fresh and succulent - such generous portions! What really makes this place incredible is the knowledgeable, professional yet warm staff - they are fantastic.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Molly V. 1 year ago on Google
    Loved the location of the place, middle of the city and very easy to find. The ambience was old school we loved the vibe. We didn't have reservations but managed to get a table for 4 people. Waiting time was minimum. Staff was very friendly and kept following up if we enjoyed the food. The food 😋 🤤 so good, very tasty & portions ridiculously large. I had the pork short ribs with a side of broccoli and my friends had the steaks. Overall loved it and would for sure be back for dinner once in Auckland again 10/10 recommend.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elle W. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely beautiful and delicious! I got a half portion of the lamb shanks (normally comes with 2) and my husband had the scotch fillet. The meals were perfection, we didn't wait long and the staff were incredible! Thank you so much! Their prices are very affordable especially considering the food is of exceptional quality. They deserve an award.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bradley J. 1 year ago on Google
    Came on a whim and glad we did. Walked off the street and there was a table despite being a Friday night. Front desk was great and was happy. Food came within 20 minutes and was great. Steak was soft and chips great. Side of salad went down well and was not insignificant. Pepper steak was fantastic. Finished off with a desert and it was a very happy end to the day. Interior was great with booths to sit down in at the front and standard tables at the back. Very glad we went and can’t honestly complain about anything
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 권지현 1 year ago on Google
    The restaurant was located on the side of the boulevard, so it was very accessible. The price was reasonable, so I often visited and enjoyed a pleasant dinner. It was so delicious that I visited once or twice a week, and I had a short conversation with them and had a good meal, asking consistently to my taste and they were so nice to me. When you order steak, you have the option of choosing French fries and vegetables as a side dish. So it was good to have a nutritious diet with steak. Dinner time starts at 5 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m. and if you make a reservation in advance, you can eat right away without waiting time, so please refer to it!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laurence Ho (. 1 year ago on Google
    Finally got a change to pay a visit to one of the famous steakhouses in town. Amazing food and friendly staffs not to mention there are so many cool and warn decorations in the restaurant. We ordered The Pacific Steak and Fillet Mignon. The steak is so tender and juicy. Chips are so good and don't feel oily at all.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 kristin W. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow!!! Where to start.. Friendly door staff, and couldn't fault the waitress staff, quick easy no hassle service. Delicious tasty food & lastly incredible cocktails. Thanks team for making the last night of our holiday memorable😊
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ben L. 1 year ago on Google
    The sirloin steak was amazing, as was the pecan pie. Service was excellent. Don't let the terrible photos of the takeaway meals deceive you. We missed our connecting flight to Queenstown, had to stay the night in Auckland and didn't arrive until 9pm. The restaurant was closed to patrons dining in but lucky for us, takeaway was available. I could only imagine how good this would have been served fresh on a plate and enjoyed in the warm and inviting atmosphere of the restaurant. Next time I'm in town I will try the pepper steak.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joana P. 1 year ago on Google
    The food is amazing and the service is great. We ordered seafood platter and pepper steak, which tasted so delicious. And I really love the desert here. I like the unique and old-fashioned look of the store. I will definitely come back here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Paula B. 2 years ago on Google
    Went Boxing Day 2021 for a birthday celebration. I ordered the Roast Lamb Rump, my partner had the Scotch rare with mushroom sauce. My lamb was cooked perfectly although the marinade was a bit over powering. Could maybe be dialled back. The salad mainly consisted of fancy lettuce and was the reason for only 4 stars. Service was awesome, polite staff and food all came out pretty much together for a total of 10 at table that was really good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Jonas L. 2 years ago on Google
    I booked the dinner in advance. When we got there it was jam packed. Took 15min for table to eat cleared. Steak was average to be honest. Not very tender and my mates was even more disappointed than me. 🤔 All in all it was alright but not more then that.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Christopher L. 7 months ago on Google
    There's a reason why they can claim to be the best steak in town. The beef is tender even if customers opt to have it cooked well-done, an admirable feat in its own. Better still, the classic British style interior adds to the aura of an excellent dining experience. The cheerful and attentive staff also contribute to a wonderful meal. Of course, no restaurant is perfect. With its wide selection of steak, it would be better if the restaurant provided photos of different dishes so customers can know what they're ordering. Also, they could probably rethink the Route 66 style decor under the table mats. Although American culture is indeed prominent in the world of steak, it seems to be a tad out of place in a restaurant like this, which prides itself with its vintage. Great restaurant overall nonetheless !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 vaughan c. 5 months ago on Google
    Mum and dad raved about the place in the good old days Has not changed a bit of pawn cocktails are massive The steak perfectly cooked But a you must book they turned away 7 people in the course of the meal Old fashioned hearty meals in days before P.C. was a thing

  • 4/5 Tai S. 1 year ago on Google
    Stopped in for a random dinner out with a group of 10 and they managed to seat us, and serve us so quickly! Loved the chowder and oysters! Beautifully cooked. Family thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The ugly burger was massive and my family member loved it! (Didn't get a pic) Although, I got the Sphagetti Bolognese and honestly.. wouldn't recommend it.. next time will be sure to try a steak! The Pacific steak was advertised to be stuffed with crab meat but it wasnt.. Steaks were cooked as how my family members asked. Friendly, welcoming service. Thank you!

  • 4/5 R K. 5 months ago on Google
    The service and atmosphere of this restaurant are great. We tried the Tony's original steak and the sticky pork ribs. The steak was prepared exactly as ordered but was underwhelming overall with fried that could have been crispier and asparagus that was mushy. The pork dish was very good and something I would order again.

  • 4/5 Shashi K. 6 months ago on Google
    A one great medium rare scotch fillet 💯 beautiful food. Lunch menu is half the price as dinner menu, I ordered from the dinner menu thinking I would get a bigger lunch but it was about the same as lunch menu but with a slightly bigger cut of the steak. So if you are going for the lunch order from the lunch menu. All the food me and my friends ordered were beautifully cooked..Service is good, place was nice..highly recommend it.

  • 5/5 Nina S. 6 months ago on Google
    The seating was a little squashed but that made no difference to such great service and the food was on point. We had a little one with us and he was given pencils and paper to draw on while waiting for our food to arrive which considering the place was full didn't take too long at all. There were 3 steaks ordered and all 3 steaks were cooked to perfection from med-well to rare, plus I have to brag about the shrimp cocktail. Fat shrimps, gorgeous. The seafood platter was enough to share between 4 and loved the selection...oh and big ups with the seafood pasta...just yum.

  • 4/5 Tammy-Jade C. 7 months ago on Google
    I recently dined at Tony's, the iconic steakhouse in Auckland CBD, which has been serving patrons for an impressive 60 years. The moment I walked in, I was captivated by the charming decor that exuded vintage elegance. The display of vintage items and old black-and-white pictures of the city added a wonderful nostalgic touch. The staff at Tony's were a delight - welcoming, kind, and exceptionally attentive throughout our meal. Their outstanding service was truly the highlight of our visit. While the drinks were undeniably delicious, it's worth noting that the servings were on the smaller side, which might not suit everyone's preferences. Our dining experience took a slight dip with the appetizer, as the calamari turned out to be a tad too salty for our liking, leaving us with half of it untouched. However, things quickly turned around when our T-bone steaks arrived. They were nothing short of amazing, boasting juiciness and just the right amount of char to elevate the flavor. Surprisingly, no sauce was necessary to enhance the taste. The potato and kumara mash were heavenly, and the brussel sprouts provided a tasty complement to the main dish. My partner's T-Bone was slightly drier than mine, but it was still an enjoyable dish overall. Dessert was a mixed bag. We opted for the Pavlova, which, while having a delicious meringue, fell slightly short in terms of fruit and presentation. It wasn't as visually appealing as we hoped for, but the meringue itself was undeniably scrumptious. In addition to the delightful dining experience, the affordable bill was a nice surprise. For the sumptuous feast we enjoyed, including two delectable T-Bone steaks and our delightful drinks, the total came to a mere $185. This outstanding value for money adds to the reasons why I would eagerly return to Tony's in the future. It's not every day you find such a combination of top-notch service, culinary excellence, and affordability in a restaurant, especially one with a rich history spanning 60 years.

  • 4/5 Audrey L. 7 months ago on Google
    I really love the vibe here, remain the kind of decoration in the past. A lot to choose in the menu, they have a few selection for lunch set. Love the steak and lamb shank, well prepared and flavorful. The seafood chowder was not up to expectation, they put only mussels and a lot of crab meat stick in it, not even fish or prawn, a bit disappointed.

  • 5/5 G W. 8 months ago on Google
    Their steak was good but the meat was slightly overdone for us. Their seafood chowder was the best we had in our life. A must order when you are at Tony’s.

  • 5/5 Adeline M. 9 months ago on Google
    Came on a Wed for lunch, am glad I did my reservation, they were def busy. I managed to get a booth seat so it was really relaxed and quiet. Noticed the light bulbs were frosted to make it seemed like it was raining. See pic. Sf chowder was creamy, had bits of mussels, surimi and squid. Steak doneness was perfectly done according to my preference. Next time will definitely order from the main menu instead of from the lunch menu. But the lunch menu was truly economical.

  • 5/5 Antonia M. 9 months ago on Google
    Tried our luck without a booking on a busy Tuesday evening- we were lucky! The atmosphere entering the restaurant was bustling yet nostalgic and welcoming. My friend and I both ordered medium rare steaks- after being tempted by the pastas on offer I must say. It was cooked exactly to my liking, and the seasoned vegetables were delicious and rounded the meal well with the fries. Lemon and passion fruit cheesecake I chose for dessert looked impressive, but unfortunately lacked in any kind of flavour other than creamy. Other than that our evening at Tony’s was a good one. Our waitress was also friendly and charismatic. Will definitely be going back to Tony’s the next time I visit Auckland.

  • 5/5 David P. 1 year ago on Google
    Three of us were exploring Auckland, and we came across Tony's by accident just walking around downtown Auckland in the afternoon. They were closing after lunch, and we had a brief chat with one of the staff, who told us to come back for dinner. So glad that we did! Got reservations for a late dinner, we each ordered different steaks, and they were perfectly done, so tender as well. Had a selection of draft beers and a complete bar. We ordered desserts and they were excellent. Would highly recommend Tony's!

  • 5/5 Helen H. 1 year ago on Google
    What more can anyone say about Tony's? It's had an amazing reputation for decades and it does not disappoint. Four of us ate there - a spaghetti bolognaise, a lamb shanks on mash, a pacific steak (stuffed with crab meat and prawns and finished with Bernaise sauce) and the seafood platter. The portions are extremely generous and the ingredients are of a fantastic quality - nothing could be faulted. We had plenty of drinks (including some cocktails) plus desserts, and it was the best value meal we have had in our whole trip back home this time. I had forgotten this iconic Auckland spot until this trip home, and I think next time we come home to NZ for a trip we will be eating at Tony's again. Great meal!

  • 4/5 A K. 9 months ago on Google
    Main dishes were good, but all the dessert dishes were really disappointing. Great atmosphere & good service.

  • 5/5 Samantha S. 1 year ago on Google
    Very impressed with the quality of the meals and the price. Fresh food, tasted great. We got the seafood platter and glad we shared it as it was huge. Kids had very large bowls of bolognaise. The service was great as well- so friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend!

  • 5/5 H 1 year ago on Google
    Got the Tony's namesake steak. Cooked really well and nice staff. All food comes with a generous amount of fries so plan your fries ahead 😂🍟

  • 5/5 Raul C. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best steak houses I've visited...whilst the steaks are carefully done as per your specifications, the pork ribs are divine...tender, succulent and a must try...the service is top notch as well...


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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