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Gerome
Lamb Meatballs
Frequently praised as delicious and a favorite, with excellent accompanying sauce; recommended especially by meat lovers.
Chicken Skewers
Mentioned multiple times as very tasty and a highlight among the smaller sharing options.
Eggplant
Repeatedly noted as a favorite dish, very tasty and a highlight for many diners.
Prawns
Described as an absolute must-try and a highlight, impressing large groups and adding to the overall great experience.
Cauliflower
Highlighted as a favorite dish and a standout among the Greek cuisine offerings.
Garlic Pita
Mentioned as delicious and able to be made gluten free, making it a popular and accommodating choice.
Squid Ink Spanakorizo
Described as a must-try and out of this world, praised for its uniqueness and flavor.
Pita Bread with Taramasalata
Recommended for its incredible dip, unique compared to other spots in New Zealand.
Cheese, Figs and Honey Starter
Mentioned as a favorite starter by one reviewer, appreciated for its flavor combination.
Tahini Butterscotch Dessert
Highly praised dessert, noted for being delicious and memorable.
Custard Dessert
Described as amazing and an excellent dessert choice.
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 10 PM |
About Gerome
Gerome is a Greek restaurant in Auckland, New Zealand, serving lunch, dinner, and dessert with dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating. Reviewers consistently praise the flavorful Mediterranean dishes, especially the chicken skewers, cauliflower, prawns, lamb shoulder, and squid ink spanakorizo. The restaurant is described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with strong service and a good cocktail and wine selection. It is also noted as suitable for groups, tourists, and solo dining, with reservations recommended for dinner.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Gerome known for?
Gerome is especially known for its squid ink spanakorizo, which multiple reviewers call a must-have, along with tender chicken skewers and cauliflower. Guests also frequently mention prawns and lamb shoulder as standout dishes, with the food described as flavorful, well-seasoned, and beautifully presented.
What dishes are most recommended at Gerome?
The most commonly recommended dishes are squid ink spanakorizo, chicken skewers, cauliflower, lamb shoulder, and prawns. Reviewers also praise the lamb meatballs, garlic pita, crumbed calamari, eggplant, and loukoumades for dessert, with several noting the small plates work well for sharing.
What is the atmosphere like at Gerome?
Gerome has a cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale feel, with decor and service that reviewers describe as polished and special-occasion friendly. It suits date nights, birthday dinners, and groups, and early seating upstairs can feel quieter when the room is not yet full.
Is Gerome good value, and what is the price range?
Gerome is in the NZ$40 to 100 range, and reviewers describe it as on the expensive side, with one meal coming to about $60 per person for a shared dinner. Even so, many say the food, service, and presentation make it worth it for a special night out.
Do you need a reservation at Gerome, and when is it best to go?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts bookings. Reviewers suggest going early if you want a quieter experience, while busier dinner service seems to bring a livelier atmosphere.
Is parking available at Gerome?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Gerome have vegetarian options?
Yes, Gerome offers vegan options.
Is Gerome kid-friendly?
Yes, Gerome is good for kids.
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