“THE ESSENCE OF A RESTAURANT INSPIRED BY FAMILY AND TRADITION”
Baduzzi offers an Italian fix with a stop-off in New York for styling and menu tips. It’s a labour of love for owner Michael Dearth, who also owns The Grove. Benjamin Bayly is executive chef at both eateries and his innovation and dedication shine through in Baduzzi’s rustic yet labour-intensive menu as much as in the dishes he creates at the more formal offering.
Baduzzi means meatballs and here they are taken seriously. Well-seasoned crayfish and savoy cabbage meatballs served with a gutsy carrot sauce are very good, as are the grilled Wagyu versions with onion gravy and salsa verde. Other stars included buttered maltagliati with duck and porcini ragu and quality wood-fired meats. Knowledgeable staff guide you through a wine list rich with led-known Italian imports. In brief: An Italian job delivered with pizzazz and integrity.
2 HATS
WINNER – 2014 Chef of the Year
CUISINE NZ GOOD FOOD AWARDS
2 HATS
WINNER – 2014 Best Specialist Restaurant
CUISINE NZ GOOD FOOD AWARDS
WINNER – 2014 Restauranteur of the Year
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RUNNER UP – 2014 Best Upmarket Bistro
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FINALIST – 2014 Best Chef
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FINALIST – 2014 Best Mid-size Drinks List
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SILVER – 2014 Small Brand Identity
NZ BEST DESIGN AWARDS