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The Trading Rooms Restaurant

71 Beach Rd, Akaroa 7520, New Zealand
03 304 7656
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Ranked #3 of 15 restaurants in Akaroa
Price range: RM3 - RM3
Cuisines: Dessert, French, Contemporary, British
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Christchurch, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The Trading Rooms catered our wedding at Mt Vernon Lodge in April. We were absolutely delighted with the food on the night, and the service from all of the staff. Our guests were highly complementary of the food - some ate so much they could hardly dance! A pity that I was a bit nervous to eat much, but a... More

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Dubbo, Australia
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The name "Trading Rooms" gives an insight into the décor of this restaurant. We were a group of 16 and were requested to be early as they needed the tables later that night. Not sure what happened to the 2nd booking as we did not have to leave. The set menu 3 course meal was very good and the staff... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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19 reviews 19 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

We had a Sunday lunch with our family on a stunning Akaroa afternoon. The location was fantastic, we took an outside table which had a great view of the harbour. The food was good burger, 2 x kids fish and chips meals, and bread selection (very generous serving). However, the cutlery arrived in a dirty glass jar, stuffed with 4... More

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Llantwit Major, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

I booked this in advacnce for a visit to Akaroa and am glad that I did since the place was fairly heavily booked even on a mid week evening of Tuesday April 9th. The menu choice was excellent. We shared the fish platter which was fresh and varied and more than enough for two.Main course of Fillet steak was excellent... More

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Hamilton, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

We arrived without a reservation on a Monday evening, and were seated immediately. We did feel slightly tucked away in a corner by the bar and outside umbrellas especially when the restaurant wasn't very full. However the staff were friendly and welcoming. We shared the salmon appetiser to start - which was lovely. I had the lamb and my husband... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

We had eaten at this restaurant two years ago and were disappointed but liked the menu displayed outside so decided to give the Trading Room another chance - and we were pleased that we did. B started with scallops which were accompanied by a light curry sauce which fortunately was very light and did not detract from the perfectly cooked... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

We recently had The Trading Rooms cater for our wedding at Mt Vernon Lodge. The meals and service that Stephen, Kathryn and their team provided were absolutely amazing. The evening meal was so good that 2 of our aussie guests even drove back from Chch for a meal before they flew home!! The brunch platters were divine... the petit pain... More

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Moscow, Russia
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

We had a great dinner at The Trading Rooms. Their lamb dish was truly delicious! Make shure you tried salmon appeizer!

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Chalfont St. Giles, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Delightful surroundings, excellent service and a very warm welcome. Our food, cooked to order by the chef, was among the best we have ever tasted. Ensure you vist here when you go to Akaroa

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Northampton
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55 reviews 55 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

We had an evening meal here and were delighted with the quality and presentation of the food, the friendly service and the lovely dining room. Would certainly eat there again if we were staying in Akaroa

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