Deanne Loader
Wow what an incredible experience!! Delicious food, the younger staff could be a little more eloquent.. rough around the edges and could have more of a softer touch but food was great !
Christopher Lai
Thank you Zoe! From the Lai family, MELBOURNE đ
What an amazing experience!
We have been "foodie-ing" around Aukland and this is the best restaurant of this trip.
We opt'd for the extra seafood option, duck option and a whole bottle of wine and ONLY spent $600 for 4.5 people.
Pricing is CHEAP for what you get.
Portions were VERY generous, sophisticated yet simple.
Very deserving for the chef hats for this restaurant.
Service as good as the food.
When we visit AUK again, we will definitely be back!
Ofel Epicorus
The dining experience at Culprit is like no other. The care and thoughtfulness from the staff was felt throughout the entire evening, the atmosphere was phenomenal, and the food was out of this world - both in terms of flavour and texture. 10/10 would recommend!
Amanda Jade
Highly Recommend if youâre looking for a tasting-style menu highlighting local fare. I recommend you get the duck for 2, well worth waiting for!! The add-on you can get is great for seafood lovers. As a table of 4, we got it for 2 people as not all of us were that hungry.
Rena Huang
Set menu was delicious! Some that really jumped out as something different was the Shitake Milk Bun with Mushroom Butter and the Salt & Vinegar Brussel Sprouts which was served with small pieces of Salt and Vinegar chips. The dessert was also delicious and well sized in relation to the set menu
Anthony Milne
Would have to be one of the best restaurants I've been to in a very long time.
Service was fantastic, they explained everything to you.
The food was wonderful, full of flavor and texture.
You go to this place knowing that your in for a new food experience and you definitely walking out happy.
Kaitlyn Tremblay
Amazing NYE dinner! Service was 10/10, catered to coeliac with the best tasting GF bread Iâve had in a while. We sat at the kitchen bar which a fantastic experience watching the chefs in action. Our favorite were the wild paua and pork sausages and the heirloom tomatoes with the tarragon leaves.
Vivek Kesarwani
Loved this place. Enjoyed the tasting menu and the bar seat experience was excellent with the fast-moving kitchen giving plenty to see. Food was also plentiful as we ended up taking some of the duck away to eat later.
Yuichiro Soma
Fusion-style restaurant. It's inspired by Asian cuisine especially Japanese and Indian.
Recommended for pre booking course menu. You can enjoy a different variety of dishes, taste smell, chewy and umami.
They have stolen my heart, let us be followers for Culprit's way.
Finedine Romance
Culprit are one of those OG suggestions that everyone was telling us to go. We live withing the area so we didn't really rushed on a weekday we suddenly thought of going out and having an impromptu date night. We were lucky to actually get a table within the day. The service was great we had the set with the duck add on. My win is the asparagus with filo pastry and gruyere dip, that is something i will remember and go back for. We had a couple of cocktails but I sticked to my godfather. No fuss here ambiance service and food compliments each other. If you dont feel like having a full meal go check our little culprit such a delight.
Bessy Kim
Culprit had been on my list for a while. So when we started looking for restaurants that could host lunch for a large family reunion I reached out. Rebecca the Manager was AMAZING. She was quick to respond, detailed, and even offered to open the restaurant for us on Sunday! First the space is beautiful. Second, the food was generous and delicious. Would highly recommend for private events!
Natalie
We really enjoyed the NYE menu at Culprit, would definitely recommend!
The restaurant has a really nice atmosphere and vibe to it, you can watch the chefs as they prepare everything, really fun experience!
Kelv
Really enjoyable food. Couldn't believe how nice the Cauliflower soup was. Service was great. I'd be back here again. Love that there is essentially a set menu.
Ingrida Kern
Cozy spot off the main Street but look for an address as there are no visible signs from the outside. Food here is just amazing. Full of flavor and you can tell made from scratch right there. Service is a bit slow but on professional level. We waited 1.5 for our main course. It's an unusual setting where small dishes are offered as they come so you don't know what will come first and when you will see what you want off the menu. Since dinner took so long we kept getting small platters as they were coming and were pretty full by the time main course came. Don't get me wrong though. Food is fantastic and worth waiting but keep all that in mind.
The Translator
We had a set dinner, chefâs selection. The ambiance was nice, but they started to play hip-hop/rap style music which I found awkward for the location. I had the brisket which was tender and delicious. I tried bone marrow as an extra. It was not as interesting as I thought it would be. All in all it was a good experience except for the music.
Challen Wilson
Best foodie experience in TÄmaki Makaurau/ Auckland to date. Thank you Culprit x
Carl C
Have been to culprit three times now and would describe the experiences as great, average and good - in that order. The atmosphere is a trendy vibe (one of my favourite in Auckland), service is quick and friendly (third time they replaced a dish on the set menu I had already tried no questions asked), the signature duck - 10/10.
The chef can create some âquestionableâ alternative dishes however, burnt Brussel Sprouts on a set menu? Weâre not in London. And the prices have certainly increased, while dare I say servings seem smaller. But perhaps thatâs a review I should pass on to the government.
AnywayâŚa must visit place, if the set menu they have at the time doesnât appeal too much the duck is safe.
Tristan Swasbrook
Wow wow wow this place is a must. The reviews speak for themselves! Incredible food, fantastic staff and mastermind chef. 11/10 would recommend to everyone! Thank you Chef for a great meal!
Tessa Kingsbury
I had a fabulous night perched at the kitchen bar sampling all of the trolley treats. I often dine alone as I travel quite a bit so evenings like this one are a stand out. It ticked all the boxes - great staff, fantastic and innovative food, fabulous location and warm and inviting setting. I almost felt like family as I chatted to the chefs and wait staff. The cuisine was spectacular and the dark and stormy was delicious (and appropriate given the weather). This place has definitely been added on my 'must repeat' list. Thanks team. Great work!
Brent Wimmers
Was really excited about visiting Culprit and they did not disappoint. From the friendly welcome and smiles from all the team to the amazing food. Usually there's something on the menu you don't really rate, but not in this case. You get to try most of the menu with their unique style of shared plates and yum-cha small plates and everything hit the mark!
Navee Singh
Went to this place.. the food was amazing.. amazing staff and service..totally worth it.. very unique concept..I will come back to taste some more delicious tapas..ďż˝
Vanessa Laree Johnson
Just go there now! Culprit needs feet through the door. You won't be disappointed. New, exciting, innovative, amazing delicious food, unique concept of European yum cha trolley service. Fantastic staff- Nick you rock :) Awesome dining space. Go now!
Nathalya Larson
Had another amazing dinner at Culprit last week to celebrate my husband's birthday. The service and the food were outstanding, as always. Nick welcomed us with a badass old fashioned, starting the night off right. Gatlin, or as we have fondly nicknamed him, The Great Gats, made our night so much fun! We had almost all the food they serve and all we could say was wow. Chef Kyle is always spot on and the seasonal ingredients make his menu the best Kiwi dining experience on offer. Fine dining with no frills, just superb food that keep us coming back over and over again. Bone marrow whiskey shots!
David Quinn
Finally something to rave about on the Auckland good scene! Fantastic food, awesome concept, great space, good service! We need more of this type of restaurant in Auckland especially in Eastern Bays.
Alan Smith
A culinary experience beyond all expectations. Service was as high level as the creativeness of their menu and the flavours.... wow! We ate well and left feeling just right. I recommend the duck! We will be back... Cheers
Mriesha-Tina Patel
Great food. Amazing service. So different from a lot of places in Auckland and the price wasn't bad either! Highly recommend xxx
Kate Dixon
Was amazing, we had the set menu for a work do and I could not fault the food, beautiful and a very high standard. The staff were very knowledgable and friendly.
Amazing place. Have recommended to a heap of people. I will be back
Says Bandasak
Amazing fusion of flavours tantalising our tastebuds!! Loved everything we chose from the yum cha menu. Will definitely go back again soon ���
Tara Martin
Amazing! Enjoyed your Express dinner menu before a show. Probably the best meal weâve had all year and fantastic service.
Ellen Henderson Mains
My husband and I came from Australia because we loved Culprit when it first opened, and we thought we would give it another go. It was sensational then but tonight proved to be even better if thatâs possible. I absolutely love this place from the friendly staff to the endless bounty of food to try and fabulous drinks to suit. 100% must do when in Auckland, we will be back for sure, thanks for making my 35th Birthday one to remember and super special canât wait to return.
Dawn Gillard
A friend recommended this restaurant. Wonderful food atmosphere and service. Reasonably priced. Crayfish... and duck to die for. Got to try lots of dishes. YUM!
Anne-Marie Koszegi
It was the most memorable dinner with such variety and so well presented. The service was excellent and happy
Waiters and waitresses. Definitely a must go to top of the line restaurant. We will be back.
Julie Davis
Had a fabulous meal great ambiencr. Our party of 8 loved all the food. Some mouth watering & new taste sensations.
Tom Meijer
Great express lunch menu. Imaginative dishes, very tasty and with a twist. Could be a little more generousportions but at least you wonât need to fuss about the calorie intake đ
Sarah Bentley
My husband and I dined at Culprit last night and were totally blown away. Such a fun and innovative way to be served food. The trolley food was so fresh and delicious and we also ordered the Pork off the menu and I'm so glad we did as it was off the richter! Meltingly delicious and unlike any pork I have ever eaten , you have to try it! The staff were so friendly and knowledgeable about the food and the vibe is very cool. I so hope this new venture has huge success as it's just awesome and next time I'm bringing people with me so they too can see what I'm saying! Did I mention the pork!?
Alexandra Sintes
Awesome food, great concept, staff and decor. 100% will be back đđ
Heather Susan Lewis
The most wonderful eating experience I've had in a long time in Auckland. From the intrigue of finding Culprit, to the understated but attentive service it all started so well. Then the food came! WOW! What a fantastic idea to offer a creative and delicious selection of small tasting starters. And then the duck -perfection! We shared the steamed chocolate dessert which was just sublime. The gift of a block of Whittaker's on departure topped off an absolutely wonderful dinner for the two of us. I am reluctant to recommend as I want to be able to secure a seat at Culprit without too much wait time in the future!
Tracey Cotterell
A real treat. Our Food Tour group from Matters of Taste Cooking School in Perth adored dinner at your place! You are totally unique Kyle and co and your inventive flavours, textures and combos will keep people coming back for more, that's for sure! Love your work and thanks for a great evening.
Rebecca Greenough
Had such an amazing time, beautiful food and service. Definitely recommend you try it.
Fiona Lumsden O'Neill
Loved it, meals were awesome, amazing tastes perfectly balanced every mouthful just sang ďż˝
Jason Montreal
Was not blown away the first time I went but I enjoyed it, upon further visits, it's been excellent. Would highly recommend.
Frazer Henderson Mains
Just had an awesome meal here with the wife the food and service was just fantastic such a great concept and atmosphere if this is the standard after only 3 weeks i can't wait to come back next year on our next visit to Auckland
Matthew Mccrae
Simply brilliant, staff, sevice, atmosphere, decor and my god the food! everything was just phenomenal. Cheers for an awesome night
Nic Tsang
just like its philosophy, simple, fresh, fun and delicious! Every dish tastes amazing and theres always a twist on the combination that you cannot taste it elsewhere. I defiantly have to go back and try them all !!
Shaun Cleverley
Amazing evening. Stunning food and service. Such a clever concept. ��
Gary Lynch
Great place, Great food. Even for fussy eaters like me there is something for everyone
Laura Jane
Such deliciously creative food, lovely atmosphere and friendly knowledgable staff. Can't wait to go back and try more
Jess Meades
What an epic experience. A must try if your looking for a great night out
Brigid Connor
Sensational meal tonight, lived up to all my expectations. Totally over ate, but loved every morsel. We'll be back ďż˝
Michele Leslie
Great atmosphere, sublime food. Worth a visit or two.
Dxlche
Came here a while back when they just started. The menu is small and simple so you wonât be spoiled for choice. The marmite (or was it vegemite) pasta was surprisingly tasty. As well as the duck pate. Would recommend a try, especially since the price is really reasonable.
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