Botswana Butchery, Auckland CBD

We arrived with high expectations having been previously satisfied patrons. And indeed, our welcome, ordering experience and pre dinner drinks were all excellent. As too were our entrees - mine a delicious tomato soup with a morsel of crayfish. Sadly however, our mains were all cold - including one seafood dish which probably should not have been served. The remainder of our party had ordered a variety of red meat which, though cold, were palatable. As was his prerogative, one diner sent his $50 steak back for re-heating (but wouldn’t this turn medium rare to medium?). Personally, I considered the waste factor had every diner insisted on a fresh meal. It would have been a tough decision for service staff whether to deliver cold food, and I suspect the chef was unaware it happened. It would certainly not have happened had the patronage been notable regulars. Overall we had an enjoyable evening with friends, but the mains were disappointing. Desert was great.

It is fine dining and food was nice, first time here and the staff is very helpful and did attend to our needs, table of 9. Dishes are nicely presented, a really big drink list with loads of wines. Would come for special occasions.