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The Cellar
Tucked away from the main dining room, The Cellar at The French Café offers a warm, inviting atmosphere that’s perfect for both personal celebrations and sophisticated corporate gatherings. Designed to showcase our carefully curated selection of fine wines, this bespoke private dining room exudes understated elegance and charm.
With rich textures, ambient lighting, and walls lined with bottles from some of the world’s most respected vineyards, The Cellar creates a truly immersive wine and dining experience. It’s the ideal setting for milestone birthdays, anniversary dinners, boardroom-style lunches, or client hosting, where privacy meets personality.
Your guests will enjoy exceptional service and a tailored menu from our award-winning kitchen, all in a space that feels exclusive and thoughtfully appointed. Whether you're raising a glass with loved ones or sealing a deal over dinner, The Cellar is where unforgettable moments are made.
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Our Cellar can accommodate from 6 to 12 guests.
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The table can choose any of our tasting menus. We have an extensive wine list which showcases wines from France and New Zealand. Pairing wines to complement your menu can be selected by our Sommelier on request.
We cater to all dietary requirements
The French Kitchen
The French Kitchen is our one-of-a-kind private dining space, offering an unforgettable, immersive experience for those seeking something truly special. Designed around an open kitchen, this intimate room brings you closer to the craft of fine dining, as our chefs prepare and plate each dish right before your eyes.
Perfect for celebrations, client entertaining, or foodie gatherings, The French Kitchen allows guests to interact with the chefs, ask questions, and gain insight into the techniques and ingredients behind each course. It’s more than just a meal — it’s a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the heart of our kitchen, paired with the warmth and sophistication that defines The French Café.
Whether you're looking to impress, connect, or simply indulge in something extraordinary, The French Kitchen delivers an experience as personal as it is memorable.
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The French Kitchen seats 36 guests for seated meals, 50+ guests for cocktails and canapes and 60 guests for a theatre style seating.
A portable projector is available on request free of charge.
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This is the ultimate chef’s table experience using the freshest of ingredients from our flourishing edible garden in our beautiful courtyard. The French Café is an ideal space for large groups such as weddings and other private events.
Our chefs will design a set menu for your event, suitable for your budget.All dietary requirements will be catered for.
Full Venue Hire
The Conservatory
Bathed in natural light and opening out to our private courtyard and kitchen garden, The Conservatory is a serene and elegant space within The French Café. Overlooking a tranquil water feature and outdoor fireplace, this inviting area offers a seamless connection between indoor comfort and outdoor charm.
Available during the spring and summer months, The Conservatory is gently warmed by outdoor heaters, making it a comfortable and atmospheric space for dining and events in the warmer seasons. Whether you're hosting a celebration or enjoying a leisurely lunch, it’s a beautiful spot to relax, surrounded by greenery and soft light, right in the heart of Auckland.
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The Conservatory can be booked for 10-24 guests during Spring and Summer.
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Choose from any of our set menus or enquire about bespoke menus suited to your budget.
We look after all dietary requirements.
Exclusive Use & Private Events at The French Café
For those seeking a truly unforgettable experience, The French Café is available for full venue hire, accommodating up to 100 guests for a seated meal across all our beautiful spaces — including the main dining room, courtyard, Conservatory, French Kitchen, and Cellar.
There are no venue hire fees; instead, we operate on a minimum spend basis, allowing you to allocate your budget towards exceptional food, fine wines, and impeccable service. Whether you’re planning a wedding, milestone celebration, or corporate event, our team will work closely with you to tailor every detail to your vision.
To enquire about full venue hire or booking any of our private spaces, please contact our Reservations & Events Manager, Chand Sahrawat — we’d be delighted to help you bring your event to life.
Upcoming events
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Help Gala Long Luncheon Sunday 18th October
An intimate afternoon. An important conversation. A chance to create change.
Join HELP Auckland for an exclusive three-course luncheon and thought-provoking conversation with Ali Mau and Chand Sahrawat, bringing together an intimate group of guests for an afternoon of exceptional food, connection and purpose.
Your ticket will enable HELP Auckland provide specialist crisis support and therapy for survivors of sexual violence across Tāmaki Makaurau.
Tickets are $150 per person
All dietary requirements can be catered for; please advise us in your booking notes.
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Sid's Sunday Session for Feast AKL
Sunday 15th November, 12 Noon
Presented as part of Auckland FEAST powered by Mastercard, join us for a leisurely Sunday lunch across two of the city's finest tables both helmed by Chef Sid Sahrawat.
Start at The French Café, with a drink on arrival, sample some divine canapes in the iconic courtyard. Then hop on the newly opened CRL and travel into the heart of the city to NZ's pioneer of modern Indian cuisine: Cassia, where a glass of wine, Sid’s Signature lamb chops will be served alongside other famous dishes. A delightful dessert is included as is your CRL ticket.
This is a unique opportunity to experience two of the iconic restaurants of Auckland - two expressions of excellence, by the same chef and team. One ride. One unforgettable afternoon.
Sunday 15 November 12 noon start, The French Café $150 per person | $140 for Mastercard cardholders Part of Auckland Feast, 12–22 November. Price includes a CRL ticket from Mangawhau Station to Waihorotiu Station, There will be approximately 13 minutes of walking required to/from the stations.
Paying with Mastercard? You will receive $10 off every ticket.Ticket Price: $150 per person + booking fees
Exclusive Mastercard Presale opens at 10am Monday 28 September until 11:59pm Wednesday 30 September. General sale open 10am Thursday 1 October.
Festive Events at The French Café
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Christmas Eve Long Lunch
Lunch only | $135 per person | Kids under 12, $85
Deck the table and gather the ones you love. We start with snacks, an aromatic chicken broth, duck a l'orange croquette, and parker house rolls with brown butter, before smoked salmon with asparagus and prawn. Then comes the main event: roasts with all the trimmings, free range porchetta with sage and fennel, and black angus beef sirloin with black pepper sauce. We finish with our own Christmas trifle. A festive lunch for the whole family, kids included.
See the menu for adults here
See the menu for kids under 12 here
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NYE at The French Café
Dinner only | $250 per person
An evening of pure indulgence. Arrive to a glass of Champagne, then settle into snacks, chicken broth with fragrant oil, Chatham Island scampi tart, duck a l'orange croquette, and parker house rolls with brown butter. From there, bluefin tuna with chorizo and horseradish, followed by crayfish with saffron butter and carrot, before First Light wagyu takes centre stage with pickled mushrooms and truffle.
We close the year with chocolate parfait, licorice custard and lychee. Elegant, decadent and unforgettable.
Chef’s Weekly Selections
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Gaggenau Tuesday Test Kitchens
Every Tuesday
$80 per person | 8 Courses
Join us every Tuesday evening for an exclusive dining experience as Chef Sid Sahrawat and his team unveil a new off-menu series at the Gaggenau Tuesday Test Kitchen.Dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.
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Tomahawk for Two
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | $195 to share for two guests
Some nights call for a feast built for two. Start with warm parker house rolls and a snack, followed by two entrees from our current menu, then a 700g Tomahawk Angus beef, cooked to perfection and served with two seasonal sides and black pepper sauce.
A generous, sociable way to spend a midweek evening.
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Prix Fixe Menu
Every Saturday Lunch & Sunday Dinner
Join us for lunch on Saturday and dinner on Sunday for a relaxed yet refined dining experience. Enjoy any three courses from our à la carte menu for just $75 per person. It’s the perfect way to wind down the weekend, your favourites, your pace, your evening.