Dorento is unquestionably one of the best cafes on the Shore. The place is spotless, and the food is incredible. I'm almost reluctant to put this review up online, as I want to keep this local treasure to myself. Be warned this place gets busy at lunchtime, it is so popular. The owners of Dorento Cafe (Grace and her husband) are South Korean and not surprisingly give fantastic service, which is friendly and attentive - it puts some of the expensive Auckland cafes to shame.
Service - excellent
Cleanliness - excellent
Food stunning - like true flavoursome NZ home cook at it's best
Price - unbelievably reasonable
Portions - generous
Puts the more expensive competition in the area, like Altura, to shame really. So the question is, how come a South Korean family dish up Kiwi fare better than the local chefs? My guess is fresh ingredients, considerable thought into the menu, and the desire to offer a very high standard - across the board.
I know, I know, I'm raving, but I'm so fussy and I'm usually so disappointed when I eat out - but never, never do I here.