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Vangionis Trattoria and Bar

Rue Brittan, Akaroa 7542, New Zealand
64 33047714
Ranked #2 of 11 restaurants in Akaroa
4.5 of 5 stars 70 Reviews
Cuisines: French, Mediterranean, Pizza, Spanish
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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France
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Very nice atmosphere and good food: pasta, fresh seafood and good wine! More

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Waiheke Island, New Zealand
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71 reviews 71 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Vangionis is one of the rare dining treats in New Zealand. Why? Because of the sense of history associated with the family’s heritage and settlement in Akaroa several generations ago. But also, the Vangionis family name brings something unique to New Zealand and that love and passion for preparing good food bears out in this modern day dining establishment. A... More

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Derby, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

I loved the decor and the food in here, we were having trouble finding a restaurant that could cater for a vegetarian that night-this place does! More

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Otago
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

Make this a must dine when you visit Akaroa. You will not be disappointed. The food was define as was the service. More

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Speers Point, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

Went with six friends. Great service, good value. We shared number of dishes and enjoyed everyone. Craft beer on tap is good and wine list is small and a bit overpriced, but we would return. More

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Brisbane, Australia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

The pizzas are to die for, you could close your eyes and almost be somewhere in Italy dining here. Well recommend this restaurant if visiting Akaroa on the Banks Peninsula. More

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Gisborne, Gisborne, New Zealand
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

Lovely food and great service - a thoroughly enjoyable dining experience. More

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Westlake Village, California
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

take away pizza was average, plus with the prices, very expensive. the house green salad was nice though. More

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Chichester, United Kingdom
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

A real trattoria with great atmosphere. Fabulous local wines and amazing food. What a find! More

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Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012
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Service was excellent, food was very nice, prices were reasonable for the high standard of the dishes More

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