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I just died and went to heaven
I have never left a review before at a restaurant. I don't have Facebook so I am writing this from my wife's account.
Let me set the scene.............
We have been traveling today from Rotorua having walked all day from tourist attraction to tourist attraction. we then arrive in Auckland at our Hotel at about 7:30 PM. We then walked another km up Symonds Street to Gina's, into a 20 knot headwind with the rain. We were seated immediately and offered the menu, just by chance I asked if there was a special tonight and was informed that there was a pork belly special with the mushroom sauce potatoes and salad.
I ordered the pork belly and then from the time it hit the table I was completely oblivious to anything else that happened until I'd finished the plate.
I advised the waitress to let the chef know that all I wanted to do was lick the plate.
And 52 years old I have cooked many pork roasts, slow cooked pork bellies and consider myself somewhat of an expert, but this poor belly that I ate this evening was to die for.
Thanks very much, Sean
Bought a grabone for four - took my elderly mum and celebrated last night in NZ with visiting relative from Chile. Was a great night out. Loved the buzzy atmosphere, the briefly wild Italian moments, such as when the lights went out and the kitchen burst in flames 🔥 The food was yummy too. We all had different dishes three from the grabone menu and one had pork belly for an extra $10. Recommend the arancini for entre & the tiramisu for dessert. Watch out for expensive wine though!!!
Amazing dinner tonight thanks. Took the extended family out for Miss 11's birthday because she wanted "the best spaghetti and meatballs" � for her bday treat. Not only did Gina's deliver on this front, but all 10 other meals (pizza, pasta and veal) were met with rave reviews. The staff were fantastic and the birthday song at the end really capped off a great night. Thanks team, we had a blast and will be back soon
To Joyce, Alex and the staff,
Just wanted to say a huge Thank you to you both and your awesome staff for a fantastic Saturday night. We all thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality your guys showed towards our Bride-to-be, myself and our ladies. Thank you for looking after our large group of ladies, no doubt everyone enjoyed their night and I cannot thank you enough!
Huge Shout to the guys Marco, Andre and the boys for entertaining our ladies also to Patrick and the boys behind the bar and not forgetting Alex for being a fantastic Host. Can't wait to come back again!
Great night we had for my friend’s hens night! We had Kirk as our waiter and did a great job entertaining our table of 17 ladies � The games were really fun and the food was so tasty and filling! The tiramisu was sooo yummy too! Thanks Joyce and the team for a memorable night! �
Wow! What an amazing team! We emailed our orders in advance as we had to leave quickly and the team was incredible with fast communication and service! The food was delicious, filling and the mango panna cotta allo yoghurt was heaven on a plate. Thanks for going the extra mile for us - definitely coming back :)
So hard to find a decent, authentic Italian restaurant in Auckland, but Gina's is one of them! Feels just like the pizzeria's you'd come across in Italy and the food was great! Decent helpings too! We'll be back again, and soon!
Excellent place!!! very good Italian restaurant and with very good attention, 100% recommended
Best Italian food I've ever had in my damn life! I didn't think gnocci or pizza could taste like home I've never known. I feel like I know so much about the care and dedication to the food by the efforts made from these amazing chefs and lovely staff. Every future celebration will be here.
Absolutely fantastic!
Im definitely going to come here again. Good service, great ambience and some good ole delicious italian food.
The food was amazing. It came out on time, had amazing flavour, and great portion sizes too. Came with a large group and the waitresses were patient and very hospitable!
The ambience was great too. The decor and the staff who speak italian amongst each other really make you think you're in Italy hahah. I will definitely come here again. Kudos to the chef/cook.
Well everyone speaks Italian here so I guess you can't really question the authenticity of it! The food was pretty decent but a tad overpriced for Auckland. However, the Tiramisu was delicious and the staff were a really friendly bunch. They completely forgot about my drink, but they got the other stuff right. Overall a good place but I'm not sure on the value : food ratio.
I’ve tried a lot of pizza and pasta in Italy from the cheap ones to the gourmet ones and the difference on price doesn’t really dictate the flavour and texture, what I noticed is that the €5.00 pizza is not really that far from the €50.00 pizza. I think Italians just know how to make them hence everywhere you go the chance for it to be crappy is minimal, most of them were excellent.
Food: 8.5/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 8/10
Overall: 8.5/10
Absolutely delicious food, especially the scotch fillet steak. Ambience was dreamy and really gave an Italian mood. Really enjoyed the friendly staff and definitely returning some time soon. Thank you for the amazing experience! 😊
I don't understand the low rating for Gina's. I have been here a handful of times and every time, it has been great. The polenta chips are served with this cheesy white sauce (not 100% sure what it is) and are impeccable. The serving sizes are huge so definitely prepare for that. My only critique is that I always tend miss out on the Caprese salad as they've "sold out" of mozzarella.
We've been to there for dinner a couple of times. The first time was a very good experience. Hot yummy food in a cold winter night. However the last visit was average. We probably will go back again.
Nice place.Friendly staff.
Great pizza.
And by great, I mean:
* good dough, light and crispy
* good seasoning
* good ingredients on top of it
Pizza is not rocket science, and I'm a bit traditional on this, so it works for me.
I can't really say anything else as that's literally order a different pizza every time I visit.
Had a pleasant early dinner here over the long weekend. Service was quick and efficient and my lamb gnocchi was hearty with lots of pieces of lamb in it. Nothing mind blowing or too different to what you could make at home but it was filling and both the pasta and pizza came out in record time. Mojito was good for a hot day but tasted quite weak.
Thanks so much to the fantastic staff at Gina's. I had my 50th there last week. It was an awesome night. 46 guests and 5 children all had a great night. Food was delicious. Special dietary needs met no problem. Service fast and friendly. Couldn't have been better.
Firstly, I loved the vibe of this place. Such a friendly and warm service. We had the spaghetti allo Scorpio (the prawns and mussels were so fresh and beautifully done), primavera Bianca pizza (sosososo generous with the toppings), some salad sides and a tiramisu for desert (best.tiramisu.ever). Thanks for the wonderful meal :)
Went to celebrate my birthday here and I must say I made the correct choice.
Food is great we ordered pizzas and garlic bread, had an excellent service from the staff. Will surely recommend everyone.
Had a great time!!
The food has got better. The staff is ok. Wish the pizza had some ommph. Its a bit too dark towards the back. Need brighter lighting. Lunch about $25. Pizza and beer. Good for a group.
Been here three times and every time as good as the last, very impressed with the care the team took with my 9 year old and making my wife’s birthday dinner fun and entertaining. Excellent food, excellent service and value for money 10/10.
Great authentic Italian restaurant with Italian staff! Been here a couple of times now. Last time me and my boyfriend went on a grab one deal, often have one up so worth looking out for.. 3 course meal for $59. The pizza and pastas are amazing, great for takeaway also and it's slightly cheaper too :)
My boyfriend loves this little place, I think it's just ok. Italian is my favourite so i've been to a LOT of Italian restaurants. We had Calamari and beef meatballs to start which was nice followed by pasta but i can't quite remember which ones, I guess this says a lot for the food. Don't get me wrong there was absolutely nothing wrong with the food at all, it just didn't impress me. For dessert we had a plate with a little bit of everything but I was too full up by this point. Wine was delicious and service was great! Atmosphere is also great.
Ordered Tiramisu through menu log so I didn't have to dine in. The tiramisu was much bigger portion than I anticipated, they used real alcohol in it and it tasted great.
Good food, great atmosphere! Lovely dessert, I felt the homemade pasta, I feel really impressed. Very fun and welcoming customer service. We had a really good night, definitely recommend friends and family to try. Especially on the birthday😉
We had a good night at Gina's Italian Kitchen. We liked the warm and cozy atmosphere of the restaurant. The service was prompt, and the waiter gave us good recommendations on the food. We had excellent wine. The food was good, though it could have used a little more Italian authenticity. Overall good experience.
Stopped by for dinner and was able to get a table without booking. It was busy but we didn't have to wait too long to order. Went for the special gnocchi but they were out so went with the veal marsala instead.
Started with the aranchini and they were really nice. Crispy and creamy. The veal marsala was alright. I loved the sauce but thought that the crumb over the veal was quite soggy. The garlic bread was also burnt at the bottom. The food wasn't bad though.
Loved the service the staff were so friendly and welcoming the food came out quickly and was delicious it's really a wonderful atmosphere will definitely be back !
I came here for my birthday dinner with friends. The place was really busy. I ordered Aranchini for starter, Seafood spagetti for the main, The sauce could been less soupy but really enjoyed it and good amount of Prawns, calamari and mussles. Everyone enjoyed a dinner and had a great time.
Came here for a friend's birthday and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The dining space was a tad cramped for the 10 of us but we still enjoyed ourselves.
We got the set menu with an entree, main and dessert. Portions were decent and the food was well seasoned. The pastas were lathered in a good amount of sauce.
The veal was tender and salads were nicely dressed. The breads were ok. Desserts were in the smaller size.
We loved the service. The waiters were very entertaining and attentive. Friendly and flirtatious. We all had a great dinner.
I order takeaway from Gina's quite often. They have really good pizzas. Their pasta are really good as well. It's a bit crowded but they're is no need to book a table if you just want to have dinner for two.
Recently we were invited by First Table to trial their service and we immediately loved the idea behind it. As the old saying goes, ‘The Early Bird Catches the Worm,’ First Table allows you to catch the Early Bird dinner deals at a host of restaurants. The concept and website is simple and easy to use. Simply sign up to First Table at ,choose the restaurant you’d like to go to, pay $10 to book a First Table and you’ll get 50 % off your entire food bill for 2 to 4 diners.It’s a great initiative and there are restaurants all over New Zealand to choose from with more restaurants joining all the time! And who doesn’t love dining early and beating the crowds? We know we do!
Ever since I moved to Auckland I have been looking for an authentic Italian restaurant. So glad I found this place! The lasagna was delicious, as was the tiramisu. We'll definitely be back!
My boyfriend and I can't stop coming back to this local gem! We have probably dined here 10 times and the friendly, welcoming staff never disappoint. We love the ambience and casual nature of the restaurant. Would definitely recommend for someone having a hens night so you can see what goes on for the special lady or birthday person! To be honest I have had differing experiences with the food. The calamari is nothing special and I have experienced mistakes with my order 2 or 3 times. However, all the pizzas and tiramisu are to die for!
Had really nice time with my boyfriend:) the food was all delicious and it was relaxing, happy atmosphere. I had porkbelly dish which was soft and crispy with mushrooms and taramisu for dessert.
This is my special place where I'm consistently given the best service, the most delicious food from entree to desert and coffee.. Not to mention the cocktails and choice of beer and wine.. I was introduced to Gina's Italian restaurant in Auckland about four years ago and have always been so impressed each visit.. Whatever occasion or just for great food.. I'm so glad this place exist.
Best Italian place in town!!
Awesome staff and service, so friendly and super fast!
So much food to choose from, and everything is made from scratch. My favourite main has got to be the ravioli con pollo, but I'm always torn between having that and trying something new because I'm never disappointed.
For starters, i love the Pizza bread with caramelised onion & gorgonzola
cheese, and the Caprese Salad, but everything is good! And desserts, can't go past the Tiramisu, yuuuuuummy!
100% recommend a visit!
What a wonderful restaurant . Good service . The food was very tasty ... very good atmosphere and good place for the party .. it is very popular restaurant
Went for my Sisters Bday, had a great time!!
We got a grabone voucher, and the ratio of food for money, lets say it was money well spent.
Highly recommended and will be returning again.
Highly Recommended. Food was great!!!!
Our waiter was charming and professional, making sure we well looked after.
Thank you.
Amazing authentic Italian food. Staff are very friendly and inviting. Beautiful ambience inside. I recommend this place to whoever appreciates good pizza and pasta.
We went during a work week and ordered from the lunch menu.. There were five of us and we decided to order difference dishes to try them all.. We ordered two pizzas - one Alibaba (which had soo nice flavours) and Puttanesca pizza (this too had nice flavours but was a bit spicy). We also got the prawn risotto which was a quite large portion, a Penne con Pollo pasta and a calamari.. The food was absolutely lovely and we enjoyed every bit of it.. It was also a good combination of the different dishes.. For dessert we got a panna cotta and a tiramisu (this was quite large large could be shared easily).. Would definitely go again!
Fantastic pizza! Cheerful chef gave me valuable knowledge about aging the pizza base a few days to let the yeast ferment properly. So no bloating for me either! Happy customer
A work colleague was kind enough to gift us their Grab One voucher, so we had dinner @ G's last night (Fri night). We'd booked for 8pm but arrived early and because the restaurant wasn't fully booked we were lucky enough to be seated earlier.
The staff are really helpful and friendly and the menu's diverse. We both opted for pasta dishes, a spaghetti w. clams and chicken and fettuccine dish. We also got some garlic bread. Our meals were nice and tasty and G's is in a nice big space, although, our table was up a couple of steps which made us feel like we were sitting on a stage. Wouldn't mind going back w. a big group.
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I finally got try try this place, heard lots of good reviews from friends and family. We booked ahead as it was a special occasion. Being a long public weekend, fellow diners commented on how they had never seen it so quiet.
The hardest thing for all of us was choosing what to eat as there were several options worth exploring, and that was only the entrees. We ended up with a selection and shared amongst us. There was even a harder decision for mains, I was constantly changing my mind even with the waiter standing next to me after taking the others orders.
We all agreed that both the Entree's and Mains were very good. Not too filling, but overall you left the restaurant with full and content stomachs. The girls quite enjoyed their cocktails too.
For us in good ole South of Auckland, it was well worth the trip, I would gladly do it again quite soon, especially on a Saturday night when I hear that the staff put on a little entertainment show.
If you enjoy Italian food then this is a must, if you don't then you should try it.............
PS If you can get a table out back on a hot summer's evening, it's so more refreshing !!!
This is my aunt's FAVOURITE. She's a regular and they know her by name. But whether it's your first or hundred and first time at Ginas, you'll be greeted with the same wonderful Italian warmth. My personal favourite is the gnocchi but I'm slowly working g my way through the menu much to my waistline's disappointment.
Note: if you're gonna drop by during peak hours you'll be hard pressed to get a table straight away. Get a drink and chill out - be sure to tell them it's your birthday and it will aaaalllllllllll be worth it ;)
We came to Gina's a while back for dinner and were greeted warmly on arrival. The staff there were very welcoming and during the course of the meal they were very attentive.
We ordered the gnocchi and the roast chicken pizza and shared the two dishes. The gnocchi was a treat since I had never tried it before! It tasted like doughy potato flour bites hahaha but I liked it! The pizza was also nice as well!
We had candles lit in the restaurant so it could definitely be a date night or a gathering with friends! Though food is slightly on the pricier side, i enjoyed my experience here :)
Great atmosphere, great food, plenty of parking and I usually get a table even with out a booking
Love the rabbit ragout and the ravioli is fantastic
Tried 4 course meal dinner at this place. The pasta and Tiramisu were pretty good. The bruschetta entree was okay. Overall, pretty happy with the atmosphere, customer service and food.
Customer Service: 8/10
Food: 7/10
Atmosphere: 8/10
Date: September 2015
We went there on Friday night with a GrabOne deal and it was great. Very easy to book I went onto their website (very flash) and received confirmation emails and reminder emails about my booking. Really efficient. I havent been to Gina's in a long time (prob a year) and the food was amazing. Also the staff are fantastic. So friendly and make you feel welcome. I love the atmosphere. There must have been 3 birthdays that night we were there and they make a big deal about it.. lights off, music blaring, cake and singing in Italian. Cant make a person feel more special than that! We had 3 courses of a set menu and there was a lot ot choose from. We couldnt decide what to have .. it was that good. Our meals were delicious and really good portions along with the Italian wine. Wow - we had an awesome night. Thanks to the staff at Gina's and GrabOne for a great evening.
I’ve been to Gina’s quite a lot, and love the ‘authentic’ Italian cuisine they have there. I only put that in quotation marks as I’ve never been to Italy myself, but it was absolutely delicious food. I’ve tried several pasta dishes (all top notch) and I am always craving the tiramisu. It’s the best dessert I’ve ever eaten, and tastes great without being overly sweet as many tend to be.
The space is homely and warm, and the service is good. Most of the wait staff tend to be Italian, so the authentic feel is contributed to with their wonderful accents. I highly recommend this restaurant, especially if you are addicted to tiramisu!
Service is excellent. Food is great. We had the II Quartetto. After the dinner the waiter offered us their South of Italy- Lemoncello. So nice!
Great food and an enjoyable night! The lasagne was delicious! Although it did get a tad loud at times - it was a fun energy and sounded like everyone in the restaurant were having a good time! We will definitely be back there and this time with the kids!
Sarena & Eashvar Chhotu
+4.5
Bought a voucher off Grabone for 4 people.
We arrived about 15 minutes early for our table.
Ordered a couple of drinks after a lengthy wait but the food definitely made up for the wait.
We were given a complimentary basket of what seemed like "popped / fried garlic crisps/ bread" MEGA tasty !!!
Entrees were a mixture of: (between 4 people)
Olives & Feta
Mussels
Tomato Bruchetta
Disappointed in the Bruchetta as it was bread with a dollop of motzerella and a slice of tomato.
My understanding was the tomato was chopped and marinated in oil with seasoning grilled over the bread.
(Still turned out tasty :) )
Mains I had the lasagne which was AMAZING !! Didn't have that over powering tomato taste which was brilliant. Could Def taste that the pasta was home made.
Dessert was a shared platter between 2 :)
Will Def go back.
Portion sizes were perfect.
Just need to work on your bar service Ginas other than that - SEE YOU AGAIN :)
Okay, from the gorgeous front of house staff to the chefs in kitchen, Energy was amazing! Food came out fast & my favourite entree "Bruschetta" delightful, owners special Pasta with Pipi's delightful & for dessert Tiramisu delightful too 5* experience with a shot of grappa offered by the owners - this level worth every dollar 😊
This place is one of the few Italian places in Auckland that can call their food "authentic". At least as close as you can come to being authentic catering to a mostly non Italian customer base. The service is comfortably above average and sometimes quite pleasantly chirpy. Ask the waiter for suggestions. They are generally good with that sort of thing. The pizzas there aren't like what you get in most other places in Auckland but they are really good. So are the pastas. They are generally quite busy in the evenings and the wait time can be a tad bit long. Take a few friends for dinner and drinks and enjoy the food and the ambience. Highly recommended. Food 4/5, Price 3/5, Service 4/5, Portion 4/5
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Both food and ambience were great at this place. I went with 3 friends and we all ordered a typical 3-course meal to celebrate my friend's birthday. The host greeted us warmly and we were lead to a cosy corner of the restaurant and were seated at a spacious table that was candle-lit. The deco was very classy, with oil-painting and some old-school red checkered table clothes. For starters we had pizza bread which was a bit plain and Bruschetta, which was not exactly exquisitely-crafted. The calamari rings were very nice though. The mains were amazing! Presentation was great, taste was awesome and the portion was also quite big. I had the Fettucine Mari e Monti which was tasted cheesy, creamy and smooth. The chef was also generous in giving me an abundance of chicken. The gnocchi was also really soft, and full of the tomato flavour. Pizza had some great toppings and the dough was define. For desserts we had panna cotta and tiramisu, which had a lasting chocolaty taste and very nice textures. It's a shame we only discovered their outdoorsy/garden-style seating after we finished as dining there would have made the experience even more pleasant! :)
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The restaurant was full and we didn't make a reservation but the friendly staff did accommodate us and gave us a table. Service was great, the food however was average.
This cute little restaurant came recommended from a friend, and two girlfriends and I went for a mid week dinner. The flirty, confident, and sometimes loud, but totally hilarious waiters, totally made the night, and made it worthwhile. I was however a little disappointed by my lasagne, it wasn't as good as I was hoping, or expected. My two friends had the carbonara, which for me was the dish of the night, and a main sized Hawaiian pizza, made to order. Both of the girls made alterations to their dishes, which didn't seem to be a problem at all. Would 100% recommend it if your in search of some amazing Italian food, it is a little bit pricy though. ?? Ps: there's a cute little outside area lit by fairy lights too!
The service was really good, really friendly staff who make you feel welcome and have strong accents. My lasagna was a bit oily and not the best I've ever had, was kinda average and boring, I went for a friends birthday party so got a good look at other things on the menu. My friends salad liked good. Apparently the hot chocolates were out of this world good and basically like melted chocolate mousse.
Nice courtyard out the back and I had a good time, was a nice little spot but I wish I ordered a different main, I find it a bit odd that an Italian restaurant can't make a stunning lasagna though.
We had a great time. The food was very nice and the service was great. It's great to see staff that really enjoy their work and want to make sure that you're having a good time too. We will definately be back.
Took my niece there and we both loved the atmosphere & food. Tad small meals...if I had read the reviews I wouldn't have taken her. I think people just need to chill out and embrace another culture.
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The owner beckons us in from the street, introducing himself as Alex, with an infectious enthusiasm and Italian charm. THAT accent. One step inside and I think we just landed in Italy.
It's like dinner and a show! Why has this man not won a Lewisham Award for restaurant personality of the year? Alex is walking past every table energetically welcoming newcomers and yelling "Grazie" and "Buon Appetito" to seated diners, while walking around in his shirt emblazoned with "Italia".
This place is definitely service served with food.
But we came for the food. Entree of calamari was crisp on the outside and not chewy like many establishments that over cook it. Caprese salad had pesto in place of fresh basil, a little disappointing, but self pour balsamic vinegar on the table finished this classic Italian staple.
Onto another classic, veal masala had the hallmarks of a good masala - the flavour you'd expect with tenderly cook veal. Nothing mind blowing but an old favourite done well.
Dessert of tiramisu and panacotta hit the same notes of delicious but nothing creative, not that's a bad thing if you like your good old fashioned Italian.
If you're looking for a new menu every week and modern twists on Italian favourites, go fine dining. But if you want an authentic old school Italian dining experience in Auckland, come here for a great night.
Dined here with family last Thursday. The food was delicious ..we ordered the Gnocchi con Ravi do Agnello and the Calzone Tia Bella..the only letdown was the service. They forgot a side order and the waitresses focused all their attention on my brother and blatantly ignored the females at the table.
Janine Milena Soo Thow
+4
Went here to celebrate a birthday. Nice Italian restaurant with excellent service :) Food was great too! Will definitely come back again next time.
We went with a group of four on a Saturday. Place was fairly full and buzzing. Lovely Latin atmosphere - friendly waiters, some big groups, some smaller, families etc. Service was great, food too - in spite of the reviews I'd read just beforehand. Servings more than adequate - especially the mains. Seafood in the 'share' tapa type dishes was tender and fresh and everything perfectly flavoured with sauces, oils fresh herbs and lemon. We had a lovely evening and price was very reasonable. A sort of strip act did happen while we were there with a 'hens' group (waiters did the strip show). Lots of hilarity and shrieking for a short time. Not my cup of tea, but nothing shabby. Will go back again for sure - though maybe on a week-night as was a little noisy.
The atmosphere was big, the flavour was big, the prices were fair. We had such an awesome night, my food was amazing and the staff were helpful, friendly and definitely Italian!
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My fiance went here for her hen's night and this is her review:
Loved this place, had a really great night here. It's very Italian and makes the atmosphere very lively and like I was back on Lygon St in Melbourne! Definitely the place to be if you have a big party but not if you're looking for a quiet romantic place!
We were a little unsure as there were pretty strict rules on the website and you have to pay a deposit but they were actually really reasonable and we were able to order from the normal menu which was great for us as we probably would've struggled through 3 courses. We also thought it might be a very young/rowdy crowd (hence the rules) but it turned out fine and exactly what we were looking for. The little song at the end topped it off!
The food was a little hit and miss though, some dishes like the pasta and salad were amazing but the pizza crust was rather chewy and not very flavoursome. Some dishes were generous and others like the gnocchi was quite small. No complaints overall though, but if the food was consistent for all dishes I would've given it a 5 star :)
I made this account just to post a review for Gina's! The only italian food i knew before i went here was just pizzas...but Gina's made me to explore more food from Italy. The gnocchi with prawn were delicious! however the price is abit too high, but i guess that's what gives the worth for the food!
First of all, some of the complaints need to be addressed. The pizzas have minimal toppings because that's how a traditional pizza is made, in fact they probably are more generous with toppings than a true Italian made pizza. They are very tasty and the flavours are fantastic.
This restaurant is a lot of fun and they are very friendly and make a bit of a fuss. If you want something quiet you might not want to go when its busy, but the atmosphere is really great. We went for a small hens night and they made it really fun for us. Their service is fantastic and made everyone feel welcome.
The food was also really delicious.
Would definitely go back.
Recently 10 of us had a great night at Gina's. Having read some of the earlier reviews we were a little hesitant about going, however, we were warmly welcomed by all the staff and attended to by a very friendly and efficient waitress. Our drinks and meals were delivered promptly and we all thoroughly enjoyed them.
The restaurant was packed which created a lovely atmosphere and everyone appeared to be having a good night.
I went to Gina's on my birthday. I had wanted to go when they were located between the wedding shop and dry cleaners in Symonds Street. What attracted me was the atmosphere.
I found the food really lovely and the atmosphere still the same,but it lacked the warmth it had when they where in the smaller location. I will go back.
Paid our first visit here after hearing rave reviews, the atmosphere and the service here is simply amazing. In fact, blown away by the service would be appropriate! However in saying this, the food wasn't that great, the lamb in our salad was rather tasteless and the gnocci was quite doughey. For the price, we would probably only come back for a larger group booking (they sure know how to celebrate a birthday or a hens night)
I had a great lunch at Gina's, and was surprised to see all the negative reviews here. I believe that the long wait time/priceyness/bad service probably only applies to dinner. I can't deny that it's very noisy though - it's a fun atmosphere suitable for going out with friends or family.
Sure, their pizza isn't one of those thin crust authentic Italian ones, but for $12 this must be one of the best lunch specials in the city (if you're looking for a thinner crust for the same price you could go to Deniro's in Elliott Stables). The pasta and the chips were good value for money as well.
We had tiramisu for dessert - excellent. Service was great throughout our meal.
Took our daughter (11) and her friends here for dinner last night. It was so fun, rowdy and delicious....just perfect.
Had the lamb ragout - it is deliciously simple and in the spirit of Italy. Generous portions, great and attentive service. Loved the Happy Birthday sung in italian!
A great place to take the kids, and have a delicious, cheap meal.
Warm and inviting atmosphere. AND parking out the back...bonus.
Just got back from a lovely meal. Fortunately we didn't let recent negative reviews deter us from returning to this place after about a year now.
No more topless men, thank God. Friendly service...fast too. The kids were well taken cared of.
Bolognese was great and so was the seafood fettucine.
Would definitely return, keep up the good work guys!
Loved their fresh pasta with lamb ragu in red wine - so tender and pasta had a home-made feel. Also really enjoyed the Italian cherry bubbles on offer. The Calamari had a tasty peppery crumb and did not feel oily for a deep-friend dish.
Our chicken pizza & dessert were good but not great.
Very rowdy restaurant (see other reviews) - you have been warned.
Gina's is an awesome restaraunt!! The food is delicious and served quite quickly. Passionate Italian waiters - if your the birthday girl you even get treated to a bit of a show.
I really love the atmosphere at Gina's!! If your after I quiet night, then this is probably not the place. But if you are after some laughs, I would definently reccomend this!
Make sure you book in advance though, because this place gets packed!!
really enjoyed dinner here. the waitstaff were charming. accommodated my freinds allergy very well.
Amazing atmosphere, good sized meals which are reasonably priced. Very impressive staff!;)
I love this place, the atmosphere is awesome and the food is spectacular. Nothing can beat fresh pasta :) oh and the waiters =P
Wow!....we had been looking for a 'real' Italian restaurant. We found it here!Delicious food, bubbly atmosphere and great service!! Will definitely be back.....Highly recommended!!
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I read the reviews before choosing Gina Pizza. They were not flash but I decided to try anyway. Disregard all previous poor reviews!! We just rocked up without a booking(naughty me) on a Wednesday night and yes it was packed, vibrant, buzzy and exciting atmosphere. We waited 5mins for table at 8pm and got served immediately. We were in a rush and told them that we had tickets for the Stevie Ray Vaughn gig at 830 at the Kings arms down the road. Well, i was impressed!! We were in an out within 30mins! Great great service, Pizza the best Ive had. The staff are all crazy passionate real Italians, they were jumping around, excited, yelling orders, dancing around like they were all on happy drugs and had ants in their pants. What an exciting and exrialting experience. Don't go to Gina's if you want a quiet nite alone. By blood was pumping adrenalin after being exposed to GINA'S EXPERIENCE!! You have to go to Gina's!! Get off your sorry ass computer, and have a wild nite out. Live life and love life because the staff at Ginos will show you what life its all about!!. Craig and Anja
Went to Gina's on a Sunday night and it was very busy and vibrant. We ordered the Bruchetta with mushrooms and mozzarella - was yummy!!
The waiter was Italian and added to the experience, he also informed us of the specials for the night then let us decided.
We had to wait for a while before someone took our order but other than that, the food was great and delicious and would highly recommend Gina's.
We will be back :)
Excellent food! Definatly recommended. 10/10
Best italian place for fun fun fun meals! esp for celebrations!
Best recommended for chicks only nites ;)
Really beautiful Italian food! The best service! Never ever been disappointed!
The best most delicious original yummy Tiramisu in entire of New Zealand!
Must check out!
Awsome atmosphere, fantastic food. Always full so make sure you book a day in advance.
Nice Italian restaurant. Food were good, prices were on the high side, hard to find parking, also quite crowded when the place is full. Quantity is ok, but on the expensive side, food tasted great, took ages for food to come though. It has some special Italian dishes which was great.
Had a office end of year catch up here. From booking until the event I contacted Gina's via email and got a prompt reply. The food was amazing and service super friendly and fast. Cannot recommend this place enough. Keep up the good work guys!!
One of our favorite restaurants in Auckland! Staff are so welcoming and lovely. Food is reasonably priced with generous potion. Let alone the food taste absolutely delicious! Definitely recommend 😊
Nice little restaurant located in the heart of Mt Eden, came here for dinner, so street parking is by chance.
Tried several different dishes and tastes good. If you like Italian food this will be a great place to come and visit.
Staffs are polite and friendly, seatings at the back is reasonably comfort.
Definitely worth coming here for your next meal 😉👍👍
Enjoyed a yummy meal of pizza and polenta chips. The chips were a good size, plenty of them and the dip was a perfect accompaniment. Toscana pizza was delicious and all washed down with a beautiful red. A table nearby had Tirumisu for desert, we were too full but plan to come back and leave room as it looked amazing.
I ordered the pizza caprese with chilli flakes and my friend ordered a garlic bread! The pizza caprese is essentially a Margherita pizza with fresh mozerella, basil leaves and olive oil! I’ve had Margherita’s at a lot of places but Gina’s has to be the best I’ve had! It’s incredible how much flavour was packed into such a simple pizza (I think the chilli flakes also played its part). Definitely rate 10/10!
On other hand, the garlic bread was so unique, I have never had anything like it before. The garlic bread was essentially wood fired bread with dried herbs and garlic. It was exceptional, it was not oily or saucy as you would expect your average garlic bread to be. It was crunchy and had just the right amount of oil to not leave the bread so dry in your mouth. But… the best part is when you take a bite and the flavours explode in your mouth. 10/10! Will definitely be ordering again!
Super cheap compared to other shops but is also generally reasonably priced!
Food was incredible and came out very quickly! Service was amazing and very welcoming. Definitely will be going back! My partner and I loved the braised lamb penne pasta and mozzarella bread 10/10 recommend!!
One of my favourite places as a treat! Location is super handy with parking on side streets. Price is reasonable, the food comes out SUPER fresh, I would say it’s pretty authentic. They have most definitely aced all the flavours for their pizzas/ pastas. Staff are so approachable. The garden outside makes you feel so special especially with the blankets that are provided on your seat. I will keep coming back and recommend this place to anyone looking for Italian food.
Loved the burrata board and arrabiatta pasta! Quick service and so yummy!
Best Italian Cuisine in Auckland. Second visit in one week and can't get enough. Highly recommend 👌
Very nice food and lovely place. Recommend the pizza! They have a great garden area at the back as well.
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