Criterion - Oamaru
Criterion
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A complete menu of Criterion from Oamaru featuring all 22 dishes and drinks can be found here on the menu.
Nestled in a charming venue, this restaurant boasts a vibrant atmosphere and friendly staff, making it perfect for casual drinks or a delightful meal. While the drink selection is impressive, some diners found the food experience inconsistent, with complaints about cold dishes and high prices not meeting expectations. Despite teething issues, such as longer wait times, many guests appreciated the attentive service and delicious offerings, particularly the standout pork ribs and burgers. For those seeking a lively spot to unwind, it's worth a visit, but diners may want to manage their expectations regarding the dining experience.
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We dropped in and was greeted with smiles and a friendly atmosphere. Great music and service. Stayed for a meal of Steak and fish’n’chips which was perfect. Customer service was excellent. Highly recommended. View all feedback.
What Anonym dislikes about Criterion:
A very nice venue with atmosphere and charm. We enjoyed a drink in the late afternoon and booked to go back for a meal the same evening. I had the waygu burger whilst my partner had a pasta dish which arrived cold. A fresh dish was prepared and served and it was good though our dining experience was thrown out of kilter by this. When asked about our experience after the meal I stated we were disappointed. The respons... View all feedback.
This is an amazing place to stay, and the food was fantastic! This establishment truly deserves all the praise it receives. A huge thank you to the staff, especially owner Sue, for providing such a wonderful experience and excellent service. P.S. The chef is a delight and always eager to please even the pickiest of diners!
I would highly recommend this restaurant to everyone! It has a fantastic atmosphere, incredibly friendly staff, and the food was amazing. I can't forget to mention the dessert—delicious! The Southern Man was the perfect way to end the night. A special thanks to Sue for making the Criterion the place to be. Great job!
We sincerely appreciate the meal we won in your Valentine's Day competition. The staff was wonderful, and the food was outstanding. We will definitely be returning!
The food was terrible. We waited far too long for it to arrive, and when it did, it was hardly edible.
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