Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 8324 reviews

What b l doesn't like about The Little Bistro, Akaroa:
Had high expectations based on other 5star reviews. The bread entree was yummy, my husband and I both had the beef fillet mains. Not a lot of flavour and the seasonal veges were on the undercooked side but it was a good dish overall. The dessert for $17 was the tiniest lemon meringue tart with a stale pastry base. It said it came with meringue and lemon ice-cream but instead all it has was a dollop of cream which I c... View all feedback. What User likes about The Little Bistro, Akaroa:
The Little Bistro is a very small restaurant in court-to-plate style, which serves French inspired dishes. Almost everything is done in the house and most dishes can be adapted to nutritional requirements. The cook is very careful and knowledgeable and even made the gluten-free sweetness on the cream brûlée itself! I was here a few times and never had a problem, definitely a highlight of the Akaroa dining scene. View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Heyrestaurants
3.4 ★ from 3301 reviews
Kelly
30.08.2024 - 07:29

I am in food heaven! Thank you so much for tonight's meal. The bone marrow was an absolute highlight. The entire meal was faultless. Service...

Rinelle
30.08.2024 - 07:29

Haven't been here but totally keen on the no children rule! Don't have any kids but I love my nephew who I frequently take care of and raise. But I...

Amy
30.08.2024 - 07:29

Have never been but definitely will completely agree with your child free policy. People leaving 1 star reviews based on an article of a rule that...

Sharon
30.08.2024 - 07:29

So I have never been here. But all this talk about no children at your restaurant has made me save your address for our next date night. My husband...

Sian
30.08.2024 - 07:29

Would never go here nor recommend friends go here. No children allowed.

Google
4.4 ★ from 239 reviews
philippe
18.08.2023 - 06:12

Expensive for disappointing dishes, monkfish without sauce and vegetables to flee, tasteless and poorly cooked, there is better in akaora Food: 2 Service: 4 Atm...

read more
Estelle
18.08.2023 - 06:12

We came because the reviews were good. If the meat and the fish are well cooked, and it is relatively well presented, the vegetables are not cooked (worse, the...

read more
Tim
18.08.2023 - 06:12

Perfect dinner great food. And the best Host lord/metree Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Shell
18.08.2023 - 06:12

Excellent wines, great service, well flavoured and presented food. Olive starter generous, mains not so much. We had beef and vegetarian both delicious. But the...

read more
b
18.08.2023 - 06:12

Had high expectations based on other 5star reviews. The bread entree was yummy, my husband and I both had the beef fillet mains. Not a lot of flavour and the se...

read more
Int Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 1753 reviews
Peter
10.01.2024 - 20:56

An absolutely top experience and cooked to perfection.

Kelly
10.01.2024 - 20:56

Sensational, local produce, attentive staff, just a perfect way to experience Akaroa

Christian
10.01.2024 - 20:56

Well if people that never dined there can have an opinion I am sure I can have one, too! I have never dined there either. We have been there for a cookbook shoo...

read more
Nicola
10.01.2024 - 20:56

Lovely little find! Friendly professional staff and fantastic food not to mention perfectly chilled champagne! We will be back, just hope we are lucky enough to...

read more
Ben
10.01.2024 - 20:56

Amazing food, ALL staff super friendly and welcoming, Will definitely be back : Thank you

Yelp
4.5 ★ from 8 reviews
Cathy
25.10.2023 - 09:52

We took a short drive from Christchurch to Akaroa to explore the charm of this beautiful French-inspired town. Although we had visited before, we had never spen...

read more
Ptashka
25.10.2023 - 09:52

What a charming spot! We traveled from the US to New Zealand, and after a long flight, we were thrilled to enjoy a delicious meal at The Little Bistro.

Taylor
25.10.2023 - 09:52

After a long day of driving, we made our way down the winding, narrow road into Akaroa, feeling tired but content. As we passed by the Little Bistro, I couldn’t...

read more
Findmeglutenfree
5.0 ★ from 1 reviews

The Little Bistro is a cozy restaurant that offers court-to-plate dining with a focus on French-inspired cuisine. Nearly everything is prepared in-house, and th...

read more
MegWakefield
16.12.2023 - 12:59

The Little Bistro is a cozy farm-to-table restaurant that specializes in French-inspired cuisine. Almost everything on the menu is prepared in-house, and most d...

read more
Facebook
4.5 ★ from 116 reviews
Foursquare
3.5 ★ from 15 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.4 ★ from 1279 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.5 ★ from 1612 reviews

Good Rated Restaurants near Akaroa

4.9
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.9
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Akaroa, 62 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa I-7520, New Zeland, New Zealand
"The food is always delicious and they use quality ingredients."
4.4
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.4
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Akaroa, 40 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, New Zealand, 7520
"There were only a few vegan options available, but the food was quite good. However, I was shocked by how expensive it was."
4.3
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.3
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Akaroa, 57 Beach Road, Akaroa 7520, New Zealand
"A great way to start the day, wonderful cooked breakfast"
4.4
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.4
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Akaroa, 83 Rue Jolie, Akaroa 7520, New Zealand
"Top bar eatery, staff are great and the view is the best."
4.3
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.3
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Akaroa, 48 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa 7520, New Zealand
"Great atmosphere and staff Service: 4 Location: 4"
4.4
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.4
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Akaroa, Akaroa Harbour, Akaroa, New Zealand
"Awesome fresh fish well worth the trip"
4
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Akaroa, 6 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa 7542, New Zealand
"Sunday afternoon music is the best.."
4.1
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.1
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Little River (near Akaroa), 4237A Christchurch Akaroa Road, Little River 7591, New Zealand
"Omg yummiest cheese cake brownie please pm the receipe!!!"
4.3
Menu
Open Now
4.3
Menu
Open Now
City: Akaroa, 74B Rue Lavaud, Akaroa 7520, New Zealand
"Was recommended by my baker friend. Good job at baking!! Muffin is light fluffy and delicious. Coffee is great!! Lots of seats in the front yard. Beau..."
4.3
Menu
Open Now
4.3
Menu
Open Now
City: Akaroa, 6 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, Canterbury, New Zealand, 7542
"Great friendly local bar."