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Madame George

Restaurant

😐 I had high expectations because the reviews were so great but I was a little disappointed. The service was extremely slow even though there were a lot of empty tables around, it kinda just felt like the servers had forgotten about us a lot. We didn’t get our mains until two hours into being there..... People often mention service, experience, amazing, George, recommend, good, Madame, cocktails, delicious, staff,


Address

490 Karangahape Road, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Website

madamegeorge.co.nz

Contact

+64 9 308 9039

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (420 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Monday: (Christmas Day), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: (Boxing Day), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Wednesday: 4 to 10:30 pm
  • Thursday: 4 to 10:30 pm
  • Friday: 4 pm to 12 am
  • Saturday: 4 pm to 12 am
  • Sunday: 1 to 9 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (15) experience (15) amazing (12) George (10) recommend (10) good (10) Madame (9) cocktails (9) delicious (9) staff (8)
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  • 3/5 Ash 1 year ago on Google
    I had high expectations because the reviews were so great but I was a little disappointed. The service was extremely slow even though there were a lot of empty tables around, it kinda just felt like the servers had forgotten about us a lot. We didn’t get our mains until two hours into being there.. the food was amazing but I think the prices were far too high for the quantity! Even the vege dishes were extremely small. Not sure if I’d go back.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Holly S. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely AMAZING dining experience at Madame George! We were treated like the only table in the restaurant with top notch service coupled with humorous banter from the staff. Nick made our experience very memorable with his fantastic attention to detail in his knowledge on dishes to try. I recommend Madame George highly for people who want a place to eat with atmosphere, good vibes and fun ✅️
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jason N. 2 years ago on Google
    I think Madame George has fantastic and very friendly service. I always appreciate when a popular restaurant finds space for people (like me) who don’t have a booking. Everything was all presented well, with fairly good ingredients. But for my personal taste I found most of it a little lacking in flavour. The tiradito, which is like sashimi with some kind of citrus-chilli sauce was ok but I think traditional Japanese sashimi does the fish better justice. The scallops anticuchos and pork chicharrones were both good, but also didn’t really pack a punch flavour-wise for me. The Peruvian seafood rice was basically just a Paella, which was also good but not great. I was with a friend having a light dinner after work, between us we spent $100 including a drink, so I think for a restaurant of this standard that’s pretty good value. If you’re a person who prefers more delicate flavours this is a good option.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Linda A. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely epic dining experience! The best food I ate this year! Menu looks very humble but be ready to be amazed. As everyone mentions, the flavours are very thought through. The highlight was def the side for wagyu steak. Radicchio cooked with fava beans in miso sauce! I want to eat this every day! Pork belly aka chicharron was unreal! And I have never had so well cooked seafood. First time the muscles didn't taste like rubber. The owner has his heart and soul in it and you can feel it! Don't forget to get Pisco sour for the real Peruvian experience!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jenny L. 1 year ago on Google
    Had the most amazing day here doing a private cocktail class to celebrate a hens. Enjoyed a glass of bubbly on arrival. Jess, Nathan and Pablo was so accomodating to all of us (group of 11). Jess and Nathan were also very knowledgeable and made the experience so much fun. Not only was it a great experience but the cocktails were incredibly delicious!! We also were able to have their yummy snacks. Would highly recommend!! Can’t wait to come back soon!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shelley C. 1 year ago on Google
    We had an absolutely wonderful anniversary dinner here. we were seated on the private dining side, which just meant we were in a quieter part compared to the 'bar/outdoor' seating, which was lovely as it was a special occasion. Pablo (the owner!) was our waiter which I thought was an incredibly lovely and personal touch. He was hilarious, spend time with you, told the story of how Madam George came about. As an aucklander I loved hearing about the restaurants roots. Food was absolutely delicious. We will definitely go back and take friends and family. Was a lovely night.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carolina Garay B. 1 year ago on Google
    The warmest and friendliest customer service in the whole Auckland! Good quality of ingredients and great combination of Latin and national flavors. Be sure to try "Tallarin Saltado" and "Picarones".
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ashlee D. 1 year ago on Google
    Such an amazing experience at Madame George last night. We got the tasting menu as everything sounded delicious, we couldn't choose a main and an entree. Everything was incredible! The service, the cocktails and the food is highly recommend! Thank you guys so much for a lovely dinner!

  • 5/5 Ryan C. 4 months ago on Google
    Amazing spot for food and cocktails. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful.

  • 5/5 A Google U. 10 months ago on Google
    From the moment I enquired about bringing our work event here, until we left, we were communicated with and treated so well. Charismatic and friendly team members, excellent service and a variety of food that enabled us to get a good sample of what they had on offer. Would highly recommend for large groups or small.

  • 5/5 Injara H. 11 months ago on Google
    Delicious food with amazing service. Portions are a bit small considering the price but the drinks make up for it! They were well priced/had a good ratio. Really enjoyed our time there and will definitely be back.

  • 5/5 Michael W. 9 months ago on Google
    We found this place after Coco's Cantina said, we should go there. That was 2017 and we've been coming back ever since. Food, experience and staff are amazing! Can't get enough

  • 5/5 Ana V. 8 months ago on Google
    Had Madame George pinned and recommended by so many people and we finally went for dinner the other day. Food is exquisite, fresh, delicious. The atmosphere is cozy and the service impeccable. Will be back soon again, for sure!

  • 5/5 Marcin M. 8 months ago on Google
    I've been in many places, but Madame George is one of the places that will stay in my memory forever. It has not only exceptional tasty modern Peruvian food. The cherry on top of the cake was the service. A must go gem in Auckland. Furthermore, a huge plus for Pablo remembering one of the famous Polish football players. That doesn't happen often :) We will definitely come back again.

  • 5/5 Richard L. 7 months ago on Google
    Dined here Saturday. Forgot to take photos because I was too busy inhaling everything. Excellent food, amazing cocktails, fun wines and exceptional service from Pablo and the team. We tried everything and even the slightly fussier of those among our party were happily eating ceviche because it was top notch. I would recommend letting the staff take care of the ordering for you while you work your way through the cocktail menu.

  • 5/5 Dean K. 6 months ago on Google
    The BEST bar in Auckland if not New Zealand! If you’re looking for a real cocktail experience you must try Madame George. Superb staff team and on point hospitality. Food and drinks never fail you here and always brings me back to them. Thank you so much for making the night every time!

  • 5/5 Nancy C. 6 months ago on Google
    Absolutely must go place. The dining experience was delightful. Those cocktails were delicious.

  • 5/5 Cherry K. 6 months ago on Google
    Been here few times wether the drink or the food are amazing! Stuffs are fun, friendly and make your day even better! Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Sarah L. 6 months ago on Google
    This place lives up to, and in fact exceeds, its excellent reviews. The staff are authentic, knowledgeable and attentive. The food is spectacular- best crème brûlée in our lives, sensational cocktails, and a tasting menu bursting with incredible flavours at every mouthful. And the decor and restaurant is understated yet intimate and special. All in all a wonderful evening in every regard. This will be our new special treat restaurant to share with friends. You must go! No, really!

  • 5/5 Antonia J. 10 months ago on Google
    Impromptu weekday dinner with my friend & partner. One word I can say is EXCELLENT! From foods, service to the place itself all is excellent! We just walk around K-road to find what we’ll have for dinner then saw this lovely place with warm & intimate ambience really inviting us, and we do not regret any seconds we spent there. Foods from tapas, main & dessert all are beautiful & well present. I never taste quinoa can be cooked that good. Their cocktails was top notch, all is yum, even the quality of ice cubes so amazingly crystal clear. We wont forget the amazing dining experience & service from the friendly owner Pablo & as well our server Jocelyn, she is lovely lady with beautiful smile! Thank you for make our dinner more wonderful guys, will be def recommend and back to taste another Peruvian food on the menu 💕

  • 5/5 Mauricio A. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicioso! One of the best restaurants in Auckland by far. I organised a little reunion with 12 friends last night and the experience was the greatest from the start to the end. Without doubt, I highly recommend this place for a drink and yum Peruvian food. Gracias Pablo and the team for the lovely hospitality and the amazing food.

  • 5/5 Vinesh N. 1 year ago on Google
    Would highly recommend to anyone. Service was warm and attentive - Pablo was an excellent host who made us feel at home. The cocktails were innovative and delicious. Every single dish was delectable, if a little bit on the pricier side. Especially liked the causa and chicken main. Would definitely return to try their trust the chef!

  • 5/5 Marianne B. 1 year ago on Google
    Why have I not been here before? I'll certainly be coming back. The service was warm, friendly and professional - and a bit of fun! The food - really interesting. A small menu but something for everyone. I want to come back and work my way through that amazing looking cocktail list.

  • 5/5 Minh N. 1 year ago on Google
    The team at Madame George made the night special and the food was simple yet flavorful and rich. We had arrived late due to an incident on the way up from Pukekohe and the team were kind to delay the reservation. We give kind regards to Tim whom hosted majority of our course as well as the possible owner / Head host whose presence was of good light-hearted banter.

  • 4/5 Martin 1 year ago on Google
    Great spot in K road with unique flavours that represent Peruvian cuisine well. Service from the staff was amazing with them taking you through the menu and each line item and what their own favourites and recommendations are. Both our main waiter and I assume the owner/manager were great the whole night, the only person lacking was the guy topping up the water and drinks. He literally refilled other tables glasses right next to us and didn’t even bother filling our glasses up at all. We also realised we never got our chicharones order only once we got home since we ordered pretty much everything! Overall, I definitely recommend this spot especially if you want to try something different like we did. I would just bring a water bottle just in case you’re unlucky like us 😂

  • 5/5 Tony F. 2 years ago on Google
    Madame George lived up to everything we had been told about it! The waiters are great, and the food is tremendous. Sitting outside on K Rd on a lovely summer evening was a delight. For Tesla owners, you can park at Tesla over the road, while you dine😜

  • 5/5 Nuno Ganhão H. 2 years ago on Google
    Delightful little restaurant on K'Road. We made it just in time to still enjoy a happy hour drink (around 6:30 pm) - a very delicious "Chilcano del dia", pisco based cocktail. All plates are great to share and we started with these beautiful skewers of tender and smooth scallops bathed in a rich sauce. The ceviche was delicious and had a very well balanced tanginess to it, the potato crisps really took the sensory experience to another level. For a main we had the Wagyu which came with a white bean and cabbage salad + sourdough with smoked butter. I found the butter too smokey, but my partner enjoyed it. For dessert we had the Alfajor (like an ice-cream sandwich) and creme brulee served with mandarin sorbet. I would have preferred the creme brulee by itself, it is my favourite dessert, but appreciate the freshness and bitterness the mandarin brings to contrast the richness of the creme brulee. To accompany our food, we had a bottle of a smooth red Cotes du Rhone which went down a treat! Great experience overall, and thanks to the friendly staff!

  • 5/5 Kerry T. 2 years ago on Google
    Pablo and his team are all babes! They know how to give you an experience, backed up by unique and exceptional food. Flavours that are eye-roll inducing. Cocktails to die for. Thank you to all of you for making our night out so memorable xxx

  • 5/5 Mark S. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the most creative, most delicious food experiences in AKL. DO not miss this place for its cuisine, cocktails or customer service. A giant shout out to MG!

  • 5/5 Sherrie M. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing meal, fabulous service. Highly recommend

  • 5/5 Frank F. 2 years ago on Google
    Definitely my favourite restaurant in Auckland. Love the vibe, the food, and the team are just amazing. The best dish for me is the wagyu, it kicks my taste bud every time I try.


Call +64 9 308 9039 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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