Lilian - Wynyard Quarter New Zealand

Really enjoyed the food here. Lots of options. Not just the pasta and pizza but amazing Steaks. Some great veg options too. I've never been the biggest fan of eggplant. But loved that dish. Wait staff were very knowledgeable and helpful too and provided us with a great experience.

We have been wanting to come here for a while but the lack of ability to make a booking had turned us off coming. But I am so glad we finally came. We were a group of 4 plus two babies that came for dinner on a Friday night. Got there at 5pm and grabbed a table but the place was instantly busy such a good sign. We ordered a variety of dishes to share: the bread (so good that we ordered two serves), the chicken liver parfait (so yum), the lamb ribs (crispy but with nice amount of fat. Really good), the venison and the chorizo pizza and the eggplant. Didn’t love the pizza as found it a bit sweet and oily and thought the eggplant could have been cooked a bit longer as it was still quite hard jn the middle but everything else was delicious. Food came out in good succession. Such a yummy meal with good service. So glad we finally made it here!

Food, service, atmosphere, 5 stars across the board, could not fault the experience. Woodfired bread was amazing, like a cross between Naan and a Pita pocket, substantial and tasty, and perfect to soak up the Anchovie Butter and Chicken Liver Parfait. We had the grilled octopus as well which was beautifully cooked with a lovely char while still tender in the middle. Along with 2 beers the bill was bang on $100 and we were not hungry when we left so its good value for food of this quality, can't wait to go back

Smart, casual, neighbourhood, Restaurant Exquisite bistro-style food, excellent funky wine and beverage list. Perfectly matching there offering. Marry this up with passionate, empowered staff and you have the winner. that is Lillian!!!!

Lilian provides a cozy ambience with excellent service. Lilian is primarily walk-in; however, there are a few local bars nearby where you can wait at while a table is getting ready. Have come here multiple times and have throughly enjoy the changing menu items. In particular the octopus, market fish and duck breast have been excellent. I would recommend ordering multiple different dishes and sharing amongst your group if possible.