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Plato

2 Birch Street, Dunedin 9001, New Zealand
(03) 477-4235
Ranked #3 of 117 restaurants in Dunedin
4.5 of 5 stars 72 Reviews
Good for: Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Most recent review
- 26 May 2012
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Good for: Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Wellington, New Zealand
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18 reviews 18 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

enjoyed an evening here last week with family. Excellent food and good sevice under trying conditions ( the NZ young Farmers were in the adjacent room slowing down service). the food and company however offset this distraction. we enjoyed clams and mussels and well presented tuna steaks. In line with local reputation the desserts were spectacuar. Diner for three (without... More

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San Francisco
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18 reviews 18 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I followed the advise on the trip advisor website and had dinner at this place. First let me say that the quality of food in Dunedin should not be expected to be the same as in cosmopolitan areas like Queenstown and Wellington but when a restaurant is charging $17-20 for entrees and $32 for main plates you should be able... More

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Dunedin
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8 reviews 8 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012
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Lots of great local seafood, prepared perfectly. Quirky surroundings, exceptional service More

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kent
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Cannot fault the mouth watering food. Great menu that caters for all and good wine selection. The service was great, just unsure of the decor...it didn't set the ambiance for us. This would not put us off visiting again. Thank you!! More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Really nice simple but tasty food , heaps of specials lots of local ingredients and fish options. Prompt and friendly service. Decor and space probably needs a bit of work refreshing. But overall thought it was a great option if in Dunedin. More

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Dunedin, New Zealand
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43 reviews 43 reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

I had high hopes for this restuarant as it had good feedback from friends. Service was lacking, we were a group of 15 and had to ask to order drinks when we arrived and no-one offered us another drink throughout the evening. Food was pretty average. More

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Dunedin, New Zealand
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25 reviews 25 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Platos is a quirky place, and one of the few restaurants in Dunedin that focusses so strongly on fresh local produce (esp. seafood). We eat here lots, and have never been disappointed either with service, menu choice or food quality. When we have brought guests (visitors to beautiful Dunedin)) the experience is if possible even better. Very good wine list,... More

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Christchurch
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25 reviews 25 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

I've dined at Plato 5 times between 2007 - 2010, and 4 out of 5 times it was excellent. The one non excellent time was a graduation night - and had to order off the set menu (3 options for 3 courses), service was a bit rushed, and food just wasn't up to the usual standard. But all other times... More

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Bath, England
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47 reviews 47 reviews
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

We were recommended this place by some people we met in Dunedin, when we wanted a good seafood restaurant. It is slightly out of the city centre, almost under one of the flyovers, but do not let that put you off... this place is well worth seeking out! It was a Friday night and we were lucky to get a... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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16 reviews 16 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012

I think the best restaurant in Dunedin. Which is a big award as there are many that are good in this city. Just love the quirkiness of this place, but the main reason to go there is of course their excellent food. Well recommended!!!! More

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