Get $5 free credit when you sign up to firstTable. Book the best restaurants in NZ for 50% off.

Quick answer: Sign up to First Table for $5 account credit plus 50% off food when you book the first table sitting (usually early evening, 2–4 diners). New members only; booking fee applies.

What is First Table?

First Table is a NZ restaurant booking service. You reserve the first table of the night (often around 5:30–6pm) at participating restaurants and get 50% off the food bill for 2–4 people. Drinks are typically full price. Cities include Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown, Hamilton, Tauranga, and more.

First Table offer at a glance

DetailValue
Signup bonus$5 credit (via referral)
Ongoing benefit50% off food per First Table booking
Party sizeUsually 2–4 diners
Booking slotFirst table of the evening (early)
Upfront costBooking fee ($12 standard; $6 for first booking or breakfast) — not deducted from bill
Who qualifiesNew First Table members
Our linkfirsttable.co.nz/invite/erich90

Terms like "First Table promo code", "firsttable discount code", "First Table coupon NZ", and "firsttable voucher" all point to the same $5 signup credit. First Table applies it through a referral link — sign up via the button on this page and the credit lands in your account automatically; there's no code field. See promo code vs referral code if you want the full breakdown of why these terms overlap.

What First Table offers

First Table is a dining discount platform, not food delivery.

  • 50% off food for the first table sitting (usually ~5:30–6pm)
  • 2–4 diners per booking
  • Hundreds of restaurants — fine dining to casual
  • Booking fee paid online; drinks full price
  • Repeat bookings — 50% off applies on future First Table reservations too

How First Table works (NZ)

  1. Pick a city and restaurant on First Table.
  2. Book the first sitting on your chosen date (party of 2–4).
  3. Pay a booking fee online when you reserve.
  4. Dine on time — pay 50% of the food bill at the restaurant (plus drinks at menu price).
  5. Book again — 50% off food applies on future First Table reservations too (not just once).

How to claim this offer

  1. Sign up via our invite link.
  2. Complete profile (email, phone) — verification is quick.
  3. Confirm $5 credit in your account.
  4. Search restaurants in your city; filter by date and 2–4 guests.
  5. Book a First Table slot; pay the booking fee (your $5 credit reduces it; first booking fee is $6 standard).
  6. Arrive on time and enjoy 50% off food — bring the booking confirmation.

First Table vs normal booking

FeatureFirst TableStandard reservation
Food price50% off food (eligible bookings)Full menu price
TimeEarly sittingFlexible
Best forDate night on a budget, trying new restaurantsLate dinners

Tip: Popular venues fill fast — book weeks ahead for weekends.

Terms

  • New members for $5 referral credit
  • 50% off food only on valid First Table bookings; alcohol and some items excluded
  • Booking fee non-refundable per First Table policy — read their terms before booking
  • Restaurants and availability change by city

Last updated: May 2026

Frequently asked questions

First Table coupon vs promo code vs discount code — what's the difference?
They all point to the same $5 signup credit. First Table applies it through a referral link — sign up via the link and the credit lands in your account automatically; there's no code field.

How do I claim this First Table offer?
Sign up through the invite link and confirm the $5 credit in your account, then book a First Table slot — the credit reduces your booking fee, and you pay 50% of the food bill at the restaurant.

How do I get $5 firstTable credit?
Sign up using our referral link and you'll receive $5 free credit automatically added to your account to use towards your first booking.

Is the firstTable offer for new customers only?
Yes, this $5 credit is for new firstTable members who haven't booked before.

How does firstTable work?
firstTable lets you book the first table of the night (5:30-6pm usually) at top restaurants for 50% off the food bill for 2-4 people.

Which cities does firstTable cover in NZ?
firstTable operates in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown, Hamilton, Tauranga, and other major NZ cities.

Do I have to pay upfront?
Yes, you pay a booking fee upfront to secure the reservation ($12 standard; $6 for your first booking or a breakfast slot). This fee is not deducted from your restaurant bill — it's the platform's charge for the 50% off discount. You then pay 50% of the food bill at the restaurant.

Offer terms, eligibility, and availability can change. Confirm final details on the provider website or at checkout before you pay.