Bistro Gentil

Lovely French restaurant on a hilltop. Probably our best meal in NZ. Energetic noise level vs. the quiet candlelight affair I would have expected. Our group had fun dining here enjoying thoughtfully prepared food and good wine. I didn’t pay the tab so I can’t comment on value but this is probably considered a fine dining experience in Wanaka. There’s enclosed patio at the front of this restaurant. I’d try to get a seat in there next time, better views. Service was very attentive. All 12 of us enjoyed everything we ordered so it’s hard to say what I’d recommend after only a single visit but there’s a goof chance you’ll find something good on the menu when you go. And you should go

I can't fault BG in any way. Service was awesome and friendly. We sat in the patio area. What a view and atmosphere. Food 🤤...... seriously the best beef cheek entree, 55day aged, bleu beef fillet, creme brulee, the best I have ever had. My wife had the Monk fish with prawns that she says, was to die for. So great, we rebooked for tomorrow.

Lovely food, great service. My downfalls would be the sourdough which we ordered as an entree. The meal came out cold even though it was toasted, tasting almost stale. However, it was soon forgotten when the rest of the dishes arrived. Ordered the pork belly entree which was divine, interesting mix of sweet and savoury. It did come out luke warm, meaning the main dish, the lamb, was hands down my favourite. The nuts and meat was a unique pairing along side the sweet flavours but I would recommend to anyone. My partner got the beef, which was also great. For dessert, we ordered the lemon meringue and crème brûlée. This was the best crème brûlée I have ever tasted, don’t pass it up! The lemon meringue unfortunately paled in comparison.