The Backyard

April 2023 - Second time here with 12yr old daughter and after a year, the portion sizes don't seem as filling although we did purposely go in having fasted for 20hrs so maybe that was the difference and not effects of inflation. We ordered two mains (beef burger with fries and lamb rump roast) as well as a side of curly fries. The flavours were good, veges fresh and presentation was nice. Curly fries are amazing. Ended up ordering the chicken pizza as we were still hungry. Perfectly cooked and presented. The mango Bundaberg was a flavour I've not seen or tried before and it was one of the highlights. Excellent service from the staff and chill quiet atmosphere. Don't think I would attend here having to pay full price so thanks again to First Table. ‐-------------- April 2022 - Took a couple friends here for lunch. Easy location just off the motorway with ample parking nearby. Table was reserved thanks to our booking but the place wasn't too busy on a public holiday. Service was fast, friendly and efficient. First up we ordered some peach mocktails which were garnished with mint, sweet tasty and delicious. One of the group ordered a tap beer and it was chilled and well poured. The kids chicken pasta dish looked and smelled delicious and the child said it was cheesey and yum. The loaded wedges were stacked on a melted cheese base, covered in bacon and seasonings and topped with a generous serving of sour cream. Would be enough for a main or to share as a side between 4. The other chips and curly fries were so good and came with aioli and were big servings as well. I got the goddess salad which was fresh and came with watermelon cubes (yum) and a tasty vinaigrette. I ordered the salad as is (with the feta) for the photo but my friends happy added the feta to their loaded wedges. I also ordered the chargrilled broccollini which was so yummy, El dente if that can even be a term for vegetables and the slightly spicey sauce on the edge of the plate was a nice touch. My friends ordered the beef burger and said the patty was so tasty and delicious - highly recommended. The meat pizza had fresh toppings, crispy base and the cheeses were tasty. For dessert - the selection of sorbet was super sweet. The peach layer on the bottom was our favorite. Nice touch with the pistachio crumb topping. The sizzling brownie was definitely an exciting display and although tasted yummy, would suggest requesting the ice-cream on the side rather than on the hot plate. Enjoyed a couple friendly games of pool before we left. Good music (the classics) and good vibes. My friends are already planning their return visit.

Free fun for kids while grown ups have some fun of their own! Yesterday we went to the Backyard bar opposite Takapuna rugby club. The set up for kids is amazing. There is a swimming pool, bouncy castle and playground for the kids, craft beers for the grown ups and great food and live music for the whole family. Well be back!