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What-A-BBQ Smokehouse New Lynn! Bar & restaurant now open! Serving up fresh craft beer & even fresher BBQ! We get up early to cook it, so get in early to eat it! Using the finest quality sourced meats cooked low & slow with care over hardwood fire. Delicious meats & great craft beers to match! Hard to find but worth the trip! Situated off the road, come down the drive for AGB Stone at 34a Portage Rd, New Lynn; find us on Google Maps!
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Address: 34a Portage Road, New Lynn, Auckland 0600, New Zealand
Phone: +64 9 215 8468
Website: http://www.whatabbq.co.nz/
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Stu Thompson
Definitely a good BBQ experience.
We had the two-person platter, plus mac & cheese and roast potatoes.
The meat flavours were all very good. The mac & cheese was nice, but incredibly rich. You wouldn’t want to have too much of it. The potatoes were solid.
It was a little hard to spot the sign and it’s tucked away down a long drive. Once there, it’s a nice spot.
Overall, it was good and we’ll be back again some time.
… moreWe had the two-person platter, plus mac & cheese and roast potatoes.
The meat flavours were all very good. The mac & cheese was nice, but incredibly rich. You wouldn’t want to have too much of it. The potatoes were solid.
It was a little hard to spot the sign and it’s tucked away down a long drive. Once there, it’s a nice spot.
Overall, it was good and we’ll be back again some time.
Angel N
Shared the 2-person platter with a few sides. Creamy mac and cheese and beef brisket were so good! Not a fan of the coleslaw and salad but that’s just personal preference. Would be such a good spot for a few drinks/platter on a Friday evening.
… moreDarren Ren
Delicious ribs with a good amount of smokey flavour. Abundant range of sauces to choose from. Delicious Mac n cheese.
The only let down: we ordered the full rack (12 bones) and were only given 10 🙁 otherwise 5 stars!
… moreThe only let down: we ordered the full rack (12 bones) and were only given 10 🙁 otherwise 5 stars!
Dolly Pan
We came here for my belated birthday lunch. The atmosphere was terrific, there are actual real trees; serene and relaxed. I forgot to bring my noise cancellation earbuds. I asked the owner if she could tone down the music. “Not a problem,” she said. And straightaway the volumn was turned down.
The food was tender and delicious, with smoky taste. 10/10. Definitely come back, and definitely recommend this place.
… moreThe food was tender and delicious, with smoky taste. 10/10. Definitely come back, and definitely recommend this place.
Lolesio Leo
Recommended by a colleague.
Unfortunately did not meet or exceed my expectations. I have been to several BBQ places throughout NZ.
Reason for my rating.
1. Quantity
We ordered the $155.00 platter. Serves 3 – 4 people.
Upon receiving this platter, it definitely feeds 3 – 4 people entree size plates not proper full sized BBQ meal as I would’ve expected having been to places like Kikas Brazilian BBQ in Henderson who’s platters would double in the portion and quality & also the price being $109.
2. Service.
Didn’t really feel welcomed upon entering facility. Customer service could do with a few lessons on customer focus and communication.
Great venue great atmosphere.
Lovely interior decor and exterior eating area. Keeping in mind this review is my own personal experience with my family. Your own experience may differ and have a different dining perspective.
Hoping in the near future WHAT a BBQ smokehouse review and improve for catering family sized platters at a reasonable price that reflects quantity. Happy to pay 155.00, just show us $155.00 worth of meat .
Taste and flavour on point, moist succulent, tender meat. Just missing the generosity for those who love eating meat and heaps of it!!
… moreUnfortunately did not meet or exceed my expectations. I have been to several BBQ places throughout NZ.
Reason for my rating.
1. Quantity
We ordered the $155.00 platter. Serves 3 – 4 people.
Upon receiving this platter, it definitely feeds 3 – 4 people entree size plates not proper full sized BBQ meal as I would’ve expected having been to places like Kikas Brazilian BBQ in Henderson who’s platters would double in the portion and quality & also the price being $109.
2. Service.
Didn’t really feel welcomed upon entering facility. Customer service could do with a few lessons on customer focus and communication.
Great venue great atmosphere.
Lovely interior decor and exterior eating area. Keeping in mind this review is my own personal experience with my family. Your own experience may differ and have a different dining perspective.
Hoping in the near future WHAT a BBQ smokehouse review and improve for catering family sized platters at a reasonable price that reflects quantity. Happy to pay 155.00, just show us $155.00 worth of meat .
Taste and flavour on point, moist succulent, tender meat. Just missing the generosity for those who love eating meat and heaps of it!!
Michael Chan
Dined with a group of eight. The food was excellent and definitely the highlight of the night.
Service, however, could be improved. When part of our group arrived 10-15 min late, an unnecessary comment was made. Around 8:30pm we were told the kitchen was closing soon and it felt like we were being rushed. When I went to pay shortly after and asked when they were closing, I was told “as soon as you guys leave,” and only then told the kitchen actually closes at 9:30pm — which didn’t match the earlier urgency.
Great food, but the service didn’t quite match the experience we expected.
… moreService, however, could be improved. When part of our group arrived 10-15 min late, an unnecessary comment was made. Around 8:30pm we were told the kitchen was closing soon and it felt like we were being rushed. When I went to pay shortly after and asked when they were closing, I was told “as soon as you guys leave,” and only then told the kitchen actually closes at 9:30pm — which didn’t match the earlier urgency.
Great food, but the service didn’t quite match the experience we expected.
Mikila Takarangi
We loved it, came all the way from Gisborne and it did not disappoint.
There was heaps of food we were a family of 3 adults, teen boy and a child and still had a takeaway box at the end.
Food was delicious and the flavors were on! Atmosphere 10, kept the boys happy playing and atmosphere was chilled.
Service was great, we don’t know local beers so was great to get some good advice from our server on what would be a good drink to choose from.
Couldn’t fault it! Will go again next time we are in town
… moreThere was heaps of food we were a family of 3 adults, teen boy and a child and still had a takeaway box at the end.
Food was delicious and the flavors were on! Atmosphere 10, kept the boys happy playing and atmosphere was chilled.
Service was great, we don’t know local beers so was great to get some good advice from our server on what would be a good drink to choose from.
Couldn’t fault it! Will go again next time we are in town
Sheridan Dickson
Very good. A hidden gem in New Lynn. Will be great for summer. They need to do a bit of work on their offering – e.g. they were cooking pizza over fire when I was there for a large group booking but that option’s not on the menu. And I think they need a fire going inside just for the brand. But those things are extras / suggestions. It’s still great as it is. Will return!
… moreLitiana Paongo
This place was absolutely Amazing. There was plenty of space inside and outdoors. Kid friendly as well, plenty of games for the kids to enjoy whilst waiting for your food. The food didn’t take that long either it was ready within mins and was sooo delicious. Was an excellent choice to spend our 11year wedding anniversary dinner here. Staff were great and friendly. Loved and enjoyed our dinning experience so much.
… moreSharis Mahon
Excellent BBQ, a meat lovers dream. The ribs were our favourite, we couldn’t finish our platter, and the best side dish is the potatoes.
Friendly people and nice casual atmosphere. Lots of parking.
… moreFriendly people and nice casual atmosphere. Lots of parking.