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La Fête du ChampagneCode: PEARL
Mediterranean Seafood Bistro
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CuisineMediterranean, Other
Opened2020
Price$50–100per person
ReservationsRecommended
Dress CodeSmart Casual

Michelin Plate · Cuisine Good Food Guide 1 Hat

Our verdict

This lofty restaurant has a patio and bar, plus an open kitchen anchored by a striking...

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Esther restaurant in Auckland, New Zealand

The menu

What to order

  • Daily caught seafood over coals
  • Bistecca steak night cuts
  • High Tea towers
  • Waitoa roast chicken
  • Apple tart
See the current menu on estherrestaurant.com →
About

This lofty restaurant has a patio and bar, plus an open kitchen anchored by a striking...

The record

Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

  1. Michelin Plate

    Michelin · 2026 Michelin Plate

  2. Cuisine Good Food Guide 1 Hat

    Cuisine Good Food Guide

Full recognition history (3 entries)
  1. Cuisine Good Food Guide Selection

    Cuisine Good Food Guide

Esther

The wine

Wine program
Curated wine list
  • Extensive wine list
  • Craft cocktails

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Details
Vibe
  • Modern
  • Elegant
  • Trendy
  • Scenic
  • Sophisticated
  • Intimate
Best For
  • Date Night
  • Business Dinner
  • Group Dining
  • Celebration
  • After Work
  • Private Event
Experience
  • Waterfront
  • Open Kitchen
  • Private Dining
  • Hotel Restaurant
  • Rooftop
  • Courtyard
  • Design Destination
Drink Program
  • Extensive Wine List
  • Craft Cocktails
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
  • Sustainable Seafood
  • Farm To Table
Views
  • Waterfront
  • Street Scene
Menu Format
  • A La Carte
  • Set Menu
  • Family Style
Drinks Focus
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
Dietary
  • Vegetarian Friendly
  • Gluten Free Options
  • Pescatarian Friendly
  • Allergy Accommodating
Noise LevelLively
CapacityMedium
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingStandard
KitchenSeasonal
Wine ProgramCurated
Private DiningAvailable
Visit details

Current opening hours

Monday
6:30–10:30 am, 5:30–10 pm
Tuesday
6:30–10:30 am, 5:30–10 pm
Wednesday
6:30–10:30 am, 12–3 pm, 5:30–10 pm
Thursday
6:30–10:30 am, 12–3 pm, 5:30–10 pm
Friday
6:30–10:30 am, 12–3 pm, 5:30–10:30 pm
Saturday
7–11 am, 5:30–10:30 pm
Sunday
7–11 am, 5:30–10 pm

Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .

Light, airy Mediterranean-inspired hotel restaurant with an open country-style kitchen, high ceilings and natural light, blending homely warmth with polished, upscale presentation and a marina-adjacent setting.