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Tonic Restaurant

239 Kamo Rd, Whangarei, New Zealand
(09) 437 5558
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Ranked #4 of 60 restaurants in Whangarei
Cuisines: European
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
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Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
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Warkworth, New Zealand
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25 reviews 25 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

We bought a grabOne deal for dinner main at this small restaurant just outside the city . So glad that we did as the location was such that we wouldn't have passed by in travelling to our holiday home.. The service was first class. The wine was served at the perfect temperature by an experienced young lady. We both had... More

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Auckland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Have eaten at a number of restaurants around Whangarei as I travel there for business and tonic is definately the best!!! Food is amazing!!

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Whangarei, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2013

We had a good meal here, the staff were lovely and food was great, would go back again, remember to book as they tend to get full on the weekends

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Whangarei
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013 via mobile

I have been many times and I'm never disappointed. Fabulous food and great service. The staff are well presented and well trained. They also have a great sections of wines.

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Whangarei, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013 via mobile

Have been to Tonic many times, and always have a fabulous time. The food is always perfect, service impeccable and a great atmosphere. Highly recommend to both locals and those visiting Whangarei.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2013

We chose Tonic to celebrate the last night of a terrific family holiday and didn't disappoint. Delicious, honest food without any 'foam' or 'freeze dried' frivolities that my parents aren't fond of. I shared a haloumi salad to start and had the steak for my main which was melt in the mouth. Others had the mushroom risotto, duck confit and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2013

I was last here some 8 years ago and seemingly only the kitchen layout has changed. The menu was good but fresh snapper had to win and the potato purée was subservient. The garlic and butter mushrooms were good burnout exceptional. Main Divide Pinot noir is the sort of wine this sort of place should have and at $48 is... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2012 via mobile

The food turned out delicious but the waitress we had was a different story... She was very rude and acted as if we were wasting her precious time when we told her we wouldn't be requiring entrees. I also found the venue to be a bit too crowded and roudy (couldn't have a conversation) for my liking.

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Whangarei
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 December 2012

We heard only good things about Tonic so we decided to give it a try. Ended up totally enjoying the whole experience. Food, wine & service all fantastic. My steak was divine and the dessert was to die for! Will definitely be going back. A good place for a night out with your partner. And to take friends or older... More

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See 3 more reviews by Hazeyboy94 for Whangarei
Whangarei, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2012

This was our 5th visit this year to Tonic. As ever they delivered with simply wonderful meals, great hospiatlity, and an excellent wine list to match. Whilst it's noisy due to the small size of the venue, that only adds to the excitement of the night. You know you're in a well liked place!

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