Reviews for Aberdeen on Broadway

by KatFood
16th April 2012

This is a V cool restaurant And i was so happy to see it bursting at the seams with life when I arrived a few Wednesdays ago, quite a comparison to 2 years prior when we were the only ones in the place!
The menu is quite large with a lot of options as well as the steaks, I have only dined off the steak side however. This visit my meal was pretty good, the highlight was def the potato gratin, the steak was a touch overdone but not bad enough to send back.
I would give this restaurant 5 stars if there was more value for the money you spend. I think the steaks are fairly priced but the starters and especially breads are way over priced. Make sure you have a full bank account before dining here. Also the eclectic choice of music was quite loud. But generally a nice time.

by lovetoeat
20th March 2012

After recently moving to Palmy I have been visiting restaurants/cafes on friends reccomendations. I had heard great things about the steaks at Aberdeen, so took my partner along for our anniversary. After waiting 20 minutes before being offered a drink or a menu, I had to go up to the bar to get them. We then waited another 25 minutes before our order was taken!! We went straight to mains as we had run out of time for entrees, a shame as I liked the look of a few of them. Our meals came out and once again we were not offered any drinks, or asked how our meals were, NOTHING! My medium rare steak was very underdone, I didnt bother to complain as my partner ate it! We left very disappointed after coming in after such a rave review, and chose to continue on elsewhere for dessert. I will not be hurrying back but I will come again and hopefully get to see what the hype is about!

by Brenda M.
20th November 2011

We went as a family group to celebrate a birthday.The starters were absolutely delicious and the main meals were brilliant.The service could have been a bit better but they were having a busy night.The only downside was a very loud cackling woman at the table next to us who had far too much to drink and was only subdued when her own meal arrived.I would definitely go back.

by Joseph
13th October 2011

Went here with my girlfriend in 2010. The steak was really good, nothing wrong with it. The staff were really friendly and asked a few times during the evening how we were doing and if everything was ok. A very nice night that is for sure! Would love to go again sometime.

by Ray &.
26th September 2011

Ray And I would like to say thank to the staff at the Aberdeen in Palmerston North for a wonderful evening.

We booked on line before we left Auckland.

The service,the staff, the Food & the atmosphere are well above standard.

We were not hurried through our meal,nothing was to much trouble, the food was delectable and the service outstanding.

We would recommend this restaurant to anyone who is passing through or staying in Palmerston North it is well worth a look

Thank you for a great evening

by Shanelle
30th March 2011

I just wanted to say a very big thank you for accommodating us on Saturday night. We had such a great time, the staff were all great, very attentive and friendly. The food was AMAZING! I had the prime rib rare and it was seriously melt in your mouth. Compliments to the chef! Really great food, I know everyone thought their meal was fantastic.

Sorry for all the confetti that was on the tables, but thank you for allowing us to come in and make our wee space for the night personal and fun for our hen’s celebration. It’s no wonder that Miranda feels that Aberdeen is her favourite restaurant! Next time we are up I plan on taking my partner there for the prime rib


Thanks so much! Please say thank you to all the staff for us for their friendly and efficient service!

by Frances G.
16th March 2011

Just letting everyone know what a wonderful place this is.

The venue for a wedding, service and reception, along with the atmosphere is simply fantastic, the food is superb and words can not accurately describe the amazing service. The service was equally amazing from the oldest of the guests to the youngest (only 20months) it looked like the little one had her own waiting staff all four of them!

Thank you so much for making a special day just so easy and so fantastic.

There is nothing that could be improved upon it was all simply wonderful.

by Richard &.
7th February 2011

Ate here for the 1st time – Excellent

We were four adults & 2 children aged 12 & 10.

Excellent choice on Menu & its not just Steak, catered for the children with so called smaller portions which were still generous.

Its great to eat in a restaurant where the kids don’t just get offered a piece of fish or a burger.

Extensive dessert menu

would recommend for a nice evening out, special occasions or a treat.

Will be back for sure

by Jo S.
9th December 2010

Great service. Wasn’t as full as I would have liked as the portions were quite small. scotch fillet was cooked to perfection and I would definately dine there again ONLY on special occasions due to pricing.

by Arthur
2nd October 2010

One of the best European style restaurants in Palmerston North.
The food is excellent. The staff are attentive and knowledgeable and the prices are reasonable for the quality of food and standard of service.
There are also a wide range of beers and whiskies to choose from.

by Siobhan F.
17th September 2010

As an Aucklander in Palmerston North for work I struggled to find a nice place for a good meal. I tried Aberdeen on a recommendation and was very impressed with the steak menu. The potatoes au gratin were delicious and the accompanying blue cheese sauce was great. The mini dessert cocktails matching each of the desserts is a fun idea! Service is adequate. Decor is lovely.

by LG
20th August 2010

My favorite place for dining out in Palmerston. Food is always fantastic, great service and the atmosphere & decor add the nice final touch.
We had our wedding reception here earlier this year and everything went perfectly, the staff were fantastic and all our guests loved their meal.
A definite must try restaurant!

by L C.
18th June 2010

Found the staff to be very accommodating especially considering we had a little baby.
Our order was taken promptly and again the staff were very nice.
Unfortunately for us our meal was cut short by our baby and we only managed starters which were absolutely amazing!
Would not hesitate to return if we were in the area again.

by jeff@esseti.co.nz
17th May 2010

We have eaten at Aberdeen several times and found the food to be average and service awful and choose not to go back. We love the layout , decor and ambiance of Aberdeen. New head chef IJ has moved in and we thought great that will change things. Wrong! I selected the OP Rib medium rare, it came rare almost blue, I sent it back. 20minutes later ( my partner has eaten most of her meal)it came back re-cooked, yep re-cooked and tough as, The “creamy garlic” mash was insipid and watery, the zucchini was bland and looked like it came from last left overs, the mushroom sauce was stone cold. Honestly it was crap, absolutely appalling.
Service, what service – soon as we complained they did not want to know us and left us sitting. Chef needs a bloody good kick in the backside, it ain’t that hard to cook a good steak especially when you specialise in it. I didn’t eat my meal so I didn’t pay for it which was begrudgenly accepted by the duty manager.
Would I go back, yes but only for a drink.

by Eamon
21st April 2010

I have dined at Aberdean many many times. The team there have been working hard and have succeeded in facilitating Palmerston North with a truly great dining experience. The service is well executed, wine list is good covering all the bases, cocktails and back bar excellent, the meals under executive chef I.J. are very well executed, steaks cooked spot-on, great creme brulee; just because they are marketed as a steak house your should not avoid the ala carte menu – these dishes are highly deserving of exploration.
Aberdean caters to very large groups as well as the most intimate of romantic of occasions.
I look forward to Aberdean being awarded Restaurant of the Year this coming year, as well as Joe at the bar for his skills with cocktails, also I.J deserves Best Chef too. Good luck – not needed I think.
ps – Aberdean may look flash but the prices are v.reasonable. Oh, free BYO on Sunday, but I didn’t say anything

by Kat 0.
22nd October 2009

one of my favourite places, great steak every time! lots to choose from on menu also

by Jo
11th February 2009

Yum yum. I had the whitebait fritters and i loved it!! Also the creme brulee is to die for. Service great.

by Natasha
1st November 2008

Obviously we had Steak
Food was fantastic – good value for the amount too!
Awesome service!

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