Sid At The French Cafe

An intimate fine-dining experience

The Legacy of The French Café (EST. 1981)

The French Café is an independently owned fine dining restaurant in Symonds Street, Auckland, with a rich history spanning four owners and four decades. Owned by Sid and Chand Sahrawat, The French Cafe offers fresh, seasonal New Zealand ingredients presented with Sid’s modern flair. Both à la carte and tasting menu options are available.

Sid is supported by Head Chef Tommy Hope and Restaurant Manager, Matthew Aitchison.

As well as our a la carte dining, The French Cafe offers multiple private areas, including The Cellar, The Conservatory and The French Kitchen. These are ideal for entertaining large groups such as weddings and other private events.

Cuisine Good Food Guide 24/25

“Within this sparse, clean dining space, with Scandinavian-style décor, eight tables are set for a journey in inventive eating, chaperoned by staff who know the meaning of smooth, professional service and a very knowledgeable sommelier who can suggest a match that will capture the imagination of any wine enthusiast, plus there’s a great selection of speciality spirits. Expect unexpected combinations on the tasting menu. Our evening kicked off with generous cubes of raw Ruakākā kingfish served crudo style with kiwifruit, jalapeño, sorrel and coconut. Dry-aged duck was faultless: a simple but effective dish where the well-aged duck had great texture against luscious prunes and a crunchy macadamia wafer. Rounding up the evening another original of parsnip ice cream on a bed of dark-chocolate balls with black pepper miso crumble. Our advice? Go see Sid if you want to dine beyond the ordinary..”

GAGGENAU TEST KITCHEN

The Gaggenau Tuesday Test Kitchen is a monthly Test kitchen series offering innovative off menu dishes designed and delivered by chef Sid Sahrawat and his team.
Our restaurant’s collaboration with the luxury German kitchen appliance brand Gaggenau continues.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

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