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Coco's Cantina

376-378 Karangahape Rd, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Cuisines: Italian
Dining options: After-hours
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- 21 May 2013
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Dining options: After-hours
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Auckland Region, New Zealand
Senior Contributor
24 reviews 24 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Just came home after a fantastic dinner! Tuesday night, rain, thunder and lightening at 5:30pm and it was packed with no spare tables when we left. Someone reviewed that it would be a great place to take a date and I fully agree. Made for small groups or couples so don't plan a big group. I had the fish on... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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10 reviews 10 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

My husband and I have been here many times and its just such a great place to have a meal. We love it! The staff and other customers are interesting....its one of the few places in Auckland where it has a city vibe. My only slight disappointment is that they don't change the menu more often. A great place for... More

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Mt Fairy
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34 reviews 34 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Very busy, we were seated immediately because we were willing to take an outside table for two. The staff were genuinely friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. We went for cocktails, three courses and after-dinner drinks. The menu is handwritten and obviously changes reasonably often, with daily specials as well. Great for our last night in NZ.

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Cambridge, New Zealand
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30 reviews 30 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Coco's is one of our favourite restaurants in Auckland. The service, the food and the atmosphere are consistently good. The welcome is always warm and our latest visit was no exception. We arrived with children in tow who were instantly welcomed and catered for, and all loved their fish and chips (breadcrumbed fish and Agria chips) and then had wonderful... More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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5 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

We are locals in Auckland and this is our favorite eatery for a great night out. If you are visiting and want an authentic night out, try this place. They don't take bookings so either turn up early or grab a drink next door. If you take the window sit you are sure to see some interesting happenings on the... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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9 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013 via mobile

Good atmosphere. Once you get to know their blackboard system for seating waiting customers it's great as you know exactly when you are up for a table. Bartender so happy at his job it was a pleasure to sit at the bar while waiting for a table.

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Singapore, Singapore
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39 restaurant reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

Been to Coco's Cantina a few times before and found the food good and the atmosphere interesting. Went there again last week and it was a disappointment. Aside from the bartender who made a very good mojito the rest of the evening was mediocre at best. The meals we ordered were average and the one of the waitresses serving us... More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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21 reviews 21 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

I've been there a number of times in the last few months and I always walk out going "wow" what a great night. I should write something up. Service is always outstanding, the wine list excellent (the Chianti is great) and food yummy. I keep going back to the pork becuase it is so good. Highly recommended for a nice... More

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Auckland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2013

I have been wanting to go to Coco's Cantina for a while, and made it there tonight. It is fantastic. We loved everything/everyone about it. I had the Fish of the day and my friend had the Ravioli and both dishes were delicious. Great staff and I love the way they dress. Service was excellent, and yes we did feel... More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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39 reviews 39 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
77 helpful votes 77 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2012

I don't think I have ever had a bad meal here. Their pasta in particular is heavenly - surpasses anything I could cook at home. Always great, friendly service from charismatic staff. Like the red lipstick uniform of the waitresses. Nice, interesting wine list & knowledgable bar staff too. A lively, noisy and ambient setting. They don't take bookings but... More

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