Not quite easy to find a high standard but not too upscale dinner restaurant in CBD on a Sunday evening without a reservation... The Wayfare Tavern's striped awning attracted us and much to our surprise we were seated immediately - not at a table but...at the counter with full view into the open kitchen. The place was busy and noisy and our waiter had to yell when telling us about the specials of the day. We ordered butternut squash soup, Akaroa king salmon and the filet mignon plus a bottle of Pinot Noir. The food was top quality, the wine had a rich flavour and it was most interesting to watch the interaction of chefs, kitchen team and waiting staff. The Wayfare Tavern made our (Sun)day (evening)...More