The best Oyster in Auckland Central | Sluurpy updated in April

Depot Eatery & Oyster Bar

90/100 (6911 ratings)

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"Tonight Ev was pushing hard for us to go to Jervois Steakhouse or Sidart for our anniversary, but when push comes to shove I am the boulder that..."

Ati

"Depot-nitely need to try this place out! [I’ve been here quite a few times & everytime I’m here, I’m very satisfied, full & thinking about the..."

Cranberrycrackers

"Service was really friendly and fast. We started with oysters which tasted really fresh. That was followed by bone marrow that was delish, but..."

Soleil Hefferen

"Came in for lunch, good and service was great as usual. Oyster and Tua Tua was so fresh, and the tulbot slider was to die for.Look forward..."

CraZyian

"only got the sliders and lamb rib because we were not that hungry but are desperate to try out depot. The lamb ribs were great, juicy and tender, the..."

Rachel Luo

"Amazing restaurant. The oysters are always 10/10, great service. Very thankful for another faultless meal at one of my favourite..."

Daniel Bundy

"The restaurant is an oyster bar with other raw seafood but it does much more than that. We didn't make a booking but was able to get a table. The..."

Benedict Uy

"DepotNot once or twice but over years have I been passed Depot. I have always wanted to go but I just never got around to getting there. I..."

Seamus M.

"Rating 4.0 Very rustic feel decor. The casualness doesn’t convey how good the food are. Loved everything we ordered, particularly the complimentary..."

Manz

"Came here for a work lunch and didn't have any trouble finding seats. Service was a tad slow at the beginning but it was quite busy by the time we..."

Amindha Fernando

"Some staff, actually looks like they are even managers or supervisors, are rude as. But servers are always..."

Laine

"Located on the Federal street opposite Skycity. Depot has a chaotic but energetic environment. The old-school decors makes you feel like you are..."

Lucy

"Everything ordered was soooooooo good! The only thing that I was really gutted about is them changing their cloudy bay claims served with squidink..."

Vincent Tong

"We ordered the pork hock which was good but slightly salty. Otherwise the food was good. Due to popularity, the restaurant always seems packed...."

Renie

"We came to depot tonight for dinner at around 7pm. The place was packed and if we wanted to sit inside it was going to be an hour and a half wait,..."

Stacey

"The food was absolutely amazing and such a good atmosphere to have dinner in (even at later hours). We especially loved the kahawai and lamb ribs...."

Ngwxx

"The Depot is owned by Sky City and 2 other Bars that are situated on Federal St, and though it’s still a thorough fare/transit alley, once you get..."

Food Buster Reviewers

"Only one downside here... oh maybe 2It’s busy, so super hard to get a table. The other is federal street is dark, so it’s not really the..."

Chan Can Eat

"Always got the best fresh tuatua. Kids love the fish burger and dessert. Service was really nice and friendly. Just a bit slow while busy. Sit..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Still one of my favorite restaurants. Fresh ingredients and smart work on flavours. Delicious raw options, fish sliders, yummy bone marrow and tasty..."

Tony Ma

"4.5 - really fresh and high quality ingredients. The portion sizes of the small dishes were decent. For two people I’d recommend two or three small..."

Shannon

"I've never been to Depot Eatery but after seeing Eatlitfood's Instagram post, I knew I had to come and try it out. My boyfriend and I came here..."

Sharon Louie

"Another wonderful restaurant on Federal Street.Service: 10/10The service here is impeccable.When we first entered there were no..."

Grace Huang

"Love the lamb and fish burgers. The complementary naan was great as well. If only I could order more but it is not on the menu. They don't..."

Pig Cat

"Great place. This place does share plates so it's perfect to go in a group and order different meals of their menu.The food is fresh and..."

FoodieBeast

"Came here after lunch. Fresh oysters and clams. Highlight was their fish soliders. Very tasty. We sit by the kitchen. Watched lots of yummy food been..."

Becky Kuang

"Potato skin(12$) and Lamb rip(20$). Potato skin was really good and Lamb rip was soft but Lamb rip was also smelly so don’t try it if you don’t..."

Winwin

"It is really good. The waiter is friendly. Although we cannot understand the menu completely,the waiter explained what we want to know and wait for..."

Maggie Fu

"If I could give a 6 star rating I would. Depot blew me away at my first bite of the Hapuka Sliders with lemon mayo and watercress. The hapuka and..."

Dora The Food Explorer

"Bone marrow was too oily and a little disappointing. Everything else was delicious. Steak is so tender and love their seafood as well. Definitely..."

FoodiesTable

"Depot. Only had been here for breakfast before but tonight dinner. Chose both the hapuka sliders and the skirt steak. They threw in some free bread..."

Flippynz

"Made it to one of Al Brown's restaurants! All the dishes that we ordered were absolutely delicious and the presentation was immaculate! The fish from..."

Kirsten

"The oyster and lamb soooo yummy :)They don’t accept bookings and only accept walk ins.The food are so amazing and staff are super..."

Mu

"Like what their site says “There’s an energy and passion about Depot. Not overly precious or pretentious – just fast, fun and fresh.”, and I..."

Ang Sarap

"First meal after landing in Auckland city. We waited for over an hour and apparently they don’t accept reservation neither...."

Sushi Slayer

"Hands down my favourite restaurant! It doesn’t matter what you order, you know it’s going to be great. Never in 1000 years would I normally order..."

Sam Hurley

"My friend and I check out the place today for lunch and it’s very busy. We were seated quickly and the waitress bought us an iced cold water each...."

💓 K

"The oysters were addictive, not only the ingredients but the preparation was without losing any freshness. It has a rusty and unique settings that..."

Authenticity

"Food: 5/5We came here for a light dinner. I got the lamb ribs and they were super soft and juicy. The cumin flavour wasn’t too overpowering,..."

Sarah =^. .^=

"This place is always busy and has the best vibes. Great service and food is always cooked with care. We always share our plates and dont be fooled by..."

Meagan Clark

"Stunning meal at depot last night! Every dish was amazing and the service was great. We had the oysters, sashimi, sliders, Kawahai, steak,..."

SpoonMe

"Went there last night with friends. This is a very famous and busy restaurant. It was a fabulous experience! Good service and good food! Love..."

Whittling Arts

"Depot never goes wrong for me. Amazing place, Amazing food, amazing people. The quality of the ingredients they use is just superb and cooking it the..."

888

"In all honesty I just come here for clams, but it helps when everything else is amazing too. Highly recommend the potato skins, fish tacos and..."

Jenny @ga.eats

"Haven’t been to Depot in a while as there is always a waiting list but we went at 2.30pm on a Saturday and a table was available immediately...."

Jenny Da

"Lamb ribs are awesome! snapper sliders are amazing too. But I don’t like Liver parfait, it is not French liver style at all, too much cream..."

Oceane

"Went to depot for dinner last Wednesday night and absolutely loved it as always. We were seated very quickly as the lady asked us if we wanted to sit..."

Dine With Ella

"I’ll say everything was just wonderful except the steak...not gonna order steak here again, very disappointed.But the pork was absolutely..."

LilianMonaghan

"Everything about this place was amazing, the service and the food.We were sat right up at the kitchen and given complimentary flat bread and..."

Karen

"Great food. Perfect atmosphere. Highly recommend! I love oysters and this restaurant has the best I have tasted. Cute plates that burst with..."

Tess Austin

"Ordered the sliders, lamb ribs and also confit duck!! I love the confit duck so much, it is extremely flavourful (abit too salty but it’s good for..."

Annie Low

"We had a terrific dinner here. Pretty crowded but our reservation was respected immediately. Wonderful ambiance. Great Food. Excellent Service. What..."

Mona Chipman

"The best restaurant in town.Their fish sliders were amazing and delicious. Must try.And the oysters were fresh and super yummy❤️I..."

Yating Mai

"Absolutely in love with their food! The linguine pasta with clams has such rich flavors and their steak is just too good. I even like how they give..."

Yeahggggg

"What a great place. Relaxed, friendly staff and sensational food. Brisket Tortillas, Smokey with a touch of spice. Squid Ink Linguine with clams,..."

Rogue Spoon

"Have loved this place over the last couple of days!! They have 3 options on the breakfast menu and their granola is just beautiful! Service is..."

Beccs

"This is a very wonderful experience. It is still busy at 2pm, we got lamb ribs, fish slides and steak. I like the lamb ribs very much,..."

Jolie Wang

"My friend and I only came here for the dessert and we shared this cookie skillet with ice-cream between us. Staff were looking at us funny when we..."

Dotxfood

"Once you get past the hostess the door you enter into a world of friends, excellent food, and comfort. Our lunch was so good we came back for dinner...."

Sun Tsing

"My favourite restaurant from skirt steak, fresh oyster bar, fish, the potatoe skins with truffle oil love it. I have never been disappointed and..."

Tarah Ram

"Depot is a really lovely eatery. No wonder they are always packed. The staples of my dining here are oysters and hapuka sliders. What I would say is..."

Thom

"Absolutely adored my experience dining in at Depot. I stopped by for lunch and the quick and attentive service was awesome. As expected even for a..."

Medium_Rare

"We love the fish sliders the most!!! And if you’re fortunate enough to get perched up at the back bench to watch the action I’d highly recommend...."

Sungsam7

"Went a while ago with my family, still can’t stop thinking about it. The fish sliders won me over. A place that’s great even if you or your..."

Jess Lee

"Came in tonight for dinner. Place was super packed. Had to wait 40 minutes for a table. Ordered Hapuka sliders, Skirt steak w/ tobacco onions,..."

Rosanne Choy

"Went here for dinner after the dynamo showcase!!! , this place never disappoints us, we always order the same off the menu, we sat outside under the..."

Gnxsta23

"Probably the best in Auckland. Their sliders are amazing. Also tried hapuka belly, tempered cauliflower and potato wedges. Each one of those were..."

Vishal Rai

"Been here several times and it doesn’t disappoint. Was here for lunch on Saturday. The place was packed yet staff was attentive and friendly...."

3leos3

"I quite like the food that we got from this place but I would say that even though I like the place I would not rate this a 5 because the food..."

Lily Chu

"Delicious coffee, vibrant atmosphere and five star customer service. I frequent here on a regular basis and it’s always packed with customers, but..."

Floyd Moratti

"My go to place in the CBD for some great food! There’s a great range of food to try. Personally would recommend the sliders - they come in 3’s..."

Louise

"One of my favourite non Asian restaurants! Ordered oysters, lamb ribs and pork hock! The food were just too good to put in a word for... Staffs are..."

Cici Liang

"Since there is no booking here, we had no problem coming here for an early dinner as there were a few other tables with children/strollers. We were..."

Miffy7

"All I can say is super fresssssh and big big yums! We got the beef brisket tacos, the Hapuka sliders, and the pork hock with some tatey skins...."

Panini T

"We visited there for lunch in the weekend. The service was good and the food was great. Free bread is a warm touch. We ordered the fish and lamb..."

Bright One

"Decided to visit for a Sunday lunch. The staff were friendly with big attention to detail in order to give the suggestion for the lunch.Very..."

João Plácido

"Great oysters and sliders. Definitely an awesome place to take a first date as it's got a great vibe and lost of bustle and watching the chefs if any..."

Selina Y

"This is one of my all time favourite places to go to. The quality of food and service is always consistent. This is where I first tried grilled..."

Potatomatoes

"Super different and trendy, love the vibe of this place. Shared a few dishes, the white bate sliders were not my favourite. They seemed to..."

Lisa

"Seriously can’t fault this place!! The wait is usually a while as you can’t book but it’s worth it. The food is amazing - kingfish ceviche 😍..."

Libby Jane

"THIS IS THE BEST PLACE EVER! If you ever feel like going out for a fun dinner with friends, check out Depot! Their service is super fast and our..."

Sara

"One of the best eateries around the city... Top class service and food ordered for a skirt steak, duck fat potato skins, turbot sliders and lamb ribs..."

Abhijeet Kamath

"I used to love this place. Everything they make is absolutely delicious. But then I became vegetarian and realised how badly they serve this crowd...."

Juportellam

"Came here on Good Friday with family for lunch. We were seated by a very friendly and welcoming young man. We ordered clams, oysters and..."

Oksana Zhang

"Depot is one of the busiest places in Auckland CBD - hard to find a table most nights and they do not take bookings for small groups! Outdoor and..."

Matadors

"Very fast paced service it does give that feeling of New York as it is a bit loud and busy. They do get full but it doesn't take long for a table to..."

Kimberly Westerlund

"Food was amazing! First time at Depot last night and was definitely impressed. Lives up to its high rating on Zomato. Taste and..."

Real Slug

"Super Fresh Oysters!!! If you are a first timer like me, this place would ensure you don't regret giving oysters a try. Ended up trying all the..."

Roopali Jadhav

"Food is amazing, staff are really nice, will definitely come back, highly recommend raw clam and pork hock, clams are fresh, pork hock is very tender..."

Minh Châu

"One of the best places to havs dinner in Auckland. Professional staff offering kind service even in a vdry busy day, nice selection of wine and..."

Diogo Reck

"One of my favorite places in Auckland.fantastic food, friendly staff, nice mood.As it is so good, I have to wait in line almost everytime I..."

Veryblueberry

"At over five years of age, Depot is somewhat of a stalwart on the Auckland dining scene. From the stable of NZ celeb chef Al Brown and until recently..."

Zoe Bowker

"This is hands down my favourite non Asian restaurant. The restaurant is affordable while still maintaining the high quality dining experience with..."

Victoria Jenner

"You must order the sliders!! They are the BEST! The other food are great as as well, very clean and the kitchen is open so you can see what they are..."

Fijiangourmand

"Visited Depot on Sunday evening for dinner for two and was seated at the bar as it was quite busy. Highly recommend bar seating as the bartenders..."

Ed

"This place is amazing and i definitely want to come back. Tried the meats platter, kingfish sashimi and pork hock. The flavours are amazing and fresh..."

Mocha

"King fish belly with eggplant kasundi is a must try.Oysters are very fresh and definitely worth it.Lamb ribs are nice as well.Potato..."

Katia Lam

"We came here for a quick coffee after dining elsewhere (where we didn’t trust the coffee). Strong and tasty coffee and really friendly service. The..."

Espy Eats

"I've been there on my birthday, have no idea what to order, then asked the bartender to order for us. Everything was perfect, the food, the quantity,..."

Mimir Yu

"This is by far mine and my partners go to place - no matter how long we have to wait. The lamb ribs are out of control as well as the sliders. Have..."

Sheena Singh

"Fantastic. Great food and you get a lot of food. You can’t book in so be prepared to wait or get there by 6pm. Would highly recommend this place...."

Cherie

"Food was excellent and staff were friendly. The food was so delicious I forgot to take pictures. I am a fan of oysters so it was heavenly for..."

The Food Hunter

"After reading many reviews on Zomato, I was so amped to come and try this place out. The ambience was nice and food was amazing. Simple dishes..."

Priscilla Khang

"I was recommended Depot Eatery by a friend and this place did not disappoint! Attentive servicr and friendly staff who answered all our questions!..."

Sally S

"Amazing place for casual dining, great food, great service, atmosphere is upbeat, great place for a good hangout drinks and sharing food, highly..."

Joshua Searell | Sous Chef

"yap yap so famous restaurant～special list for oyters and mini fish burger🤗alway keep the line in all the time～local people、kiwi and british..."

Rico Shao

"Never had bad experience on a number of visits.My only gripe is that the waiters have a too cool for school attitude at times. You doing a..."

Anthony Bourdain

"They serve the best coffee I've had ever. Honestly. Good vibe, the atmosphere was great, I like how you can eat in and out as well. Staff was nice..."

Marggie Pascua

"This place is amazing! The food is super yummy! We got turbot sliders, whitebait sliders, pork hock, oysters, lamb and potato skins. I definitely..."

Jessica Li

"It was a good two year anniversary dinner. The proportion was just enough if you have had a big lunch. We ordered 5 oysters, lamb ribs and whitebait..."

Chris Wang

"This place is packed but that is exactly what makes this place enjoyable. The food was phenomenal! My girlfriend and I went here for our 3 year..."

Nygel

"Depot Eatery And Oyster Bar is, as the name suggests, an outstanding oyster bar and restaurant from chef and restaurateur Al Brown. It’s all about..."

The City Lane

"Our very favorite date night / day eats. Definitely have our must order dishes and try out one new item each visit. Sharing meals. So have..."

'Cara Lena

"I’ve been this restaurant many times since year 2010, excellent dining experience. They serve very unique foods with exceptional taste. Friendly..."

F00dL0v3r

"Soooooo good. Been there before at night with some high school buddies. This time we went at lunch, new experience, still VERY good. Love the food!..."

Evelyn

"Everything we ordered was delicious, of such great quality and so fresh! Highy reccomend the oysters, sliders, marrow, skirt steak and the hock!..."

Sammy D

"Waited for 20+ min for a table for 3, but their foods have proven worthwhile. My friends and I love every dish and we look forward to our next visit...."

Sharon Kan

"I tried to visit Depot a few months ago on my last work trip to Auckland but it was always too busy. Tonight I went early at 530 pm and by 6 pm it..."

Rebecca

"I was really keen to try The food at The Depot having read good things about it and being an Al's place. We got there at 6pm and the place was full,..."

Chefaldini

"Potato skins, ribs and sliders ate literally perfect. Never order anything different because they are tried and tested deliciousness! Low key but..."

Suprizzle Fo Shizzle

"Beautiful restaurant, really great service. Our server explained the menu beautifully and answered all our questions. The sliders were average,..."

Layli

"I tried my first raw mussel here. Their mussels were very fresh, all of my friends really enjoyed them. But for me I will go for the grilled ones..."

Jade0289

"Went there last Friday afternoon. Planned to get the August restaurant month deal. Was advised that $40 deal in fact was a mistake. The minimum will..."

Adrian Yeung

"Love this place! Service is friendly.Impressed with wait times!Enjoy the rustic environment & great advice re: food choices! Can't wait to..."

Shardae Khusal

"Eat here at least once a month, the food and service it exceptional and consistent every time The potato skins and sliders are my..."

Anna Naesmyth

"I'm a regular at Depot. Have been since the day it opened. What keeps me going back is the food. It's flawless. Everything is always so fresh and..."

Susan

"I can literally live off of these sliders. Sliders for breakfast? Yeap Sliders for lunch? YeapSliders for dinner? Yeap Sliders..."

Dxlche

"So much to love about this place! From the morning coffee with those delicious beignets through to the fresh shellfish, tortillas & pork hock. They..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Amazing ambience and great atmosphere with very proactive and friendly staff & service. Loved the bone marrow and the carrot and orange dip given as..."

ChefZ

"I love Depot ❤️ their menu changes every day as they serve fresh & different regional oysters. I was amazed to try different oysters in a night...."

Chico

"Great quality food and very good staff. The oysters were great and the pork was delicious. Only complaint is that the stools are a bit uncomfy to sit..."

Perth Food Blogger

"Apart from being a bit pricy. This place has good food, drinks, and a great atmosphere. The oysters here were perfect and so was all the other food...."

Dpizzy

"If you haven't been to Depot yet, you're missing out.Depot serves high quality, delicious food with great service. Situated in the heart of..."

Anna

"This place never fails me, always amazing food, it's my go to when I just can't think of where to eat. Love the sliders, tua tua, oysters, Hapuka..."

Tt_akl

"Luckily, we came here accompany a famous HK Gourmet. And Depot is his first stop in this food&wine journey. So you can tell the important status that..."

Angel Deng Yun

"Federal Street in the central city is just bursting with foodie delights just waiting to tempt you. Which one will you choose? From Tapas to Japanese..."

Hungry Auckland

"Always on point. Great food and attentive staff. Make sure you try the Snapper wings, only available during autumn/winter. Turbot sliders and pork..."

Marco.delapena

"This is one of my favourite joint. I adore their clams, services are great and delicious food. Can get busy and waiting time if you are on the..."

Isabel

"Lively atmosphere, friendly and attentive staff, beautiful presentation of the food and my partner loved his oysters. I like how they print the menus..."

Heidi Chapman

"Waited well over an hour just to get a table(bar seat) for two, however so worth it. We ordered a plate of lamb ribs, they were not marinated for..."

Veronica Te

"Food was delicious when we got it but terrible customer service and a very busy night so they seated us outside in the corner, not sure if this..."

Asha Switchblade

"Great food experience with excellent customer service. The staffs are friendly and made sure that we felt welcome.Their crispy pork hock is a..."

Al Due Za Jubibay

"Wowza. Just had dinner at this trendy bustling little venue and the food was unreal! Had the best beef brisket taco with onion and sour cream that..."

@burgersnbikinis

"Was inevitably going to give this place a 5/5 because any time I visit a new eatery I compare it to Depot. That must say a lot. I'm in love with you,..."

Gloria Lohany

"Delicious and fresh! Dining at Depot is a real treat, always leaves us wanting more. I was lucky enough to have been able to sit right by the..."

AJ

"Enjoyed ciders and light afternoon snacks (late lunch) inside. Friendly, attentive service. Tasty morsels include the fish sliders in very light..."

Eat Drink Anon

"The food here is amazing, would 100% recommend. I've been here quite a few times and I've never been disappointed by anything. The place is..."

Jody Walton

"Came for breakfast after waiting to try this place for months, and the only disappointment is that I came on my last day of my stay in Auckland...."

Cynthia Giang

"A friend recommended eating here and the deli when we were visiting Auckland. Bit of a wait for a table but it was definitely worth it. We had..."

Treasa

"I went to Depot on New Year's Eve and it was very busy, but service was still decent and accommodating. I ordered a small NZ meat board. It was all..."

T.Ly

"I came for dinner with two friends on a Tuesday night. Thankfully we did not have to wait for a table or our food for to long. We came for the..."

Noosheen Nezhad

"This place would've received a 5/5, however it was just so dam crammed! We were genuinely struggling to fit 4x drinks and one main dish on the table..."

Rohit Victor

"Found this place on the way home when I just moved to Auckland. Absolutely love it. Have been there many times always enjoy the food and the..."

Lily

"My first time went there with all 8 of us. So I get to try lots of great dishes. Very fast eating restaurants, if you want to sit down and have a..."

LuciferTSN

"Top notch food ! + adequate service. We knew we were going in for something special from the waiting list on an ordinary weekday evening.Waited..."

Thegreeats

"Wonderful food. Inventive, fresh and delicious. My favourite place to eat at in the CBD. Decent prices but used to be cheaper. Potato skins are..."

Ube

"If you’re looking for a fantastic dining experience complete with delicious food, brilliant service and a great atmosphere, then head to Depot..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"Always busy, this spot is worth the wait for a table. The restaurant doesn't take bookings so take that into account when going. It's best to go in..."

James T. Raukete

"Great coffee, friendly staff and a menu that's reminiscent of a great New York or Melbourne eatery. The turbot sliders were to die for! It's nice to..."

Jacqueline Alice

"Delicious food and great service! A good choice for a relaxed lunch or after work snack. We ordered a selection, I didn't love the lamb but my..."

Maree

"Hang overed? it's a good place to eat bacon and egg roll! it just melts on your mouth! Taste good and it's convenient location just next to sky..."

Maureen Grace Kuran

"This place definitely has very good oysters. We tried all of them and ended up getting half a dozen more of the bluff oysters as it was so good! They..."

Bella Qian

"Tonight we had the Pacific Oysters which were juicy and salty, alongside a selection of clams which were from Marlborough and had a sweet tang to..."

Mana

"This place has my fav dish in Auckland - the clams with squid ink linguine. Sooo good! Another amazing dish are their little fish burgers - best I've..."

Amy

"Really very good, usually extremely busy though so you need to book in advance or you probably won't get a table. The sliders and oysters are..."

Warrick Corfe-Tan

"5 people and our bill was 160. The food was awesome especially the boiled pork, the grilled fish belly and ofcourse the oysters and clams. The only..."

Ellynn

"This use to be one of my favourite place to come to eat but I found the standard slipping a little and the originality not kept up. The clam and..."

Travels4Food

"My friends don't understand why Depot is so popular but after she tried the Oyster... OMG, the best ever! We went to Depot for the "Restaurant of the..."

Chelsea

"Having dinner with mates that moved up from Wellington, so we decided to dine here since he stays in CBD. This place always pack and the food was..."

Ryan Wong

"Well located in central Auckland CBD, Depot Eatery has a great fit out inside and out...Depot Eatery is all about sharing, with a quick..."

Jonathan Mayes

"Location, location, location.Situated at the foot of the Sky Tower, Depot is bang in the middle of the CBD and thus - can always rely on those..."

Yorkshire Pudding

"Took my girlfriend here last weekend , ordered the sliders and pork hock with some potato skin on the side, the food was amazing the service was..."

Yang Li

"We went here for our company dinner. Had oysters, tuatua ham hock and sliders. And jugs of pinot noir. This place is off the hook - the..."

Regan

"Oysters galore! I love the very relaxed and very Kiwi atmosphere inside. Hate that they don't take bookings, but what do you do. Everything on the..."

R-Dee Roche

"Next time I will definitely order large size cauliflower! I burnt my mouth while eating the potato skins as I couldn't wait to let them to cool down!..."

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"Lovely restaurant, went for lunch on a busy Sunday afternoon and got a table straight away. Food was all delicious, can't pick a favourite. A little..."

Bbear

"Depot, the household name of Restaurants in Auckland.Auckland Restaurant Month, the best annual ceremony of real foodies in Auckland.Last..."

Michelle Hwang

"I have been wanting to go here for years but the hubby hates closed in spaces. 10 min wait for a lunchtime meal gave us time for a little shopping..."

Louise

"This place is definitely one of my favourites 💘 When I first walked in it gave me that retro rustic vibe. Like it was straight out a..."

Maye Elle

"One of my favorite dinner spots! They don't take bookings and there is always a little wait over dinner time but is definitely worth the..."

Jessie Yeram Choi

"Came here for dinner due to such good reviews. The place was packed!, we had to wait half an hour but once ready we were notified and seated..."

Jamez Hill III

"Very nice! Every dish so nice! Raw dishes were fabulous - oyster, clams and kingfish. The kingfish belly was a recommended dish and was generous size..."

Kitty Zhu

"Just stopped in for breakfast and coffee. Staff were really efficient and the place has a good buzz about it. Coffee very good and the bacon and..."

James

"Consistency at the tops levels in every aspect. No wonder why this place is packed even on a cold, windy, rainy winter Monday at 9:30pm!! One of my..."

Good Advisor

"Best oyster in Auckland! Not sure how they deal with their oysters but def much better than everywhere else! The fish sliders were really good as..."

Lynn

"Dined here for dinner on a Saturday night we didn't have to wait and we got a table right away! Service was excellent waiters/waitress were very..."

Nathalie

"Finally got to go for lunch today. Awesome experience. Very friendly and attentive staff. We had the sliders, taco, Brussel sprouts and pork hock...."

Lezel Botha

"Sugar pie, sugar pie! Definitely a winner for sure but that's no secret. Came here after a show at 10.30pm Friday night and got seats for two easily...."

Wildpantry

"Depot was great. Except the fact that we chucked a 45 minute wait, but is was so, definitely worth it. First up was the Oysters, ($4 each) they were..."

Will Zheng

"Really loved this place. Great service. I had some amazing oysters here - they were so fresh, plump and juicy! Also ordered the NZ meat platter and..."

EC

"I love depot. I love everything about it. The customer service is amazing and I've never been let down, I once accidentally dropped a fork and a..."

Claudia

"Another win on federal street. they don't take bookings so don't go at peak time or be fussy about sitting at the bar or the kitchen, which I..."

Gabrielle Shrives

"After a glass of wine and some Tapas at Bellota for Happy hour, I popped across the street to Depot Eatery & Oyster Bar. This was a recommendation..."

Cedrin Law

"Good food nice atmosphere , love their clam pasta , my favorite are their sugar pie dessert and potatoe skin. However there's always a long wait so..."

Tw393

"Went to Depot for lunch on a Wednesday. Service was ok as they were quite busy but complimentary bread and dip set the tone. The hapuka sliders were..."

Sonam Kumar

"Stumbled upon this place as we were walking towards a coach for an early morning Hobbiton tour. The place was very busy so we decided to enter. They..."

Simmo

"We went Depot Eatery for a late night snack at 9.30ish, and this place was still packed with people. Food was amazing, pity that hey ran out of..."

Vicki Guo

"We came to Depot on a whim, we read some good reviews about it and just happened to be in the neighbourhood.We weren't very hungry so we..."

Cindy Wu

"Came with a table of four at 7pm on a Friday. 90 minute wait for a table but that was to be expected, so we went and had a few cocktails before..."

Josh

"Depot is so well-known among Auckland foodies it needs no introduction. For me, each visit here was a happy dining experience 😊 I love the outdoor..."

Linh 💛

"Unforgettable taste.. Awesome ambience We have tried the Turbor slider and the Lamb ribs. Both were awesome.Will surely come back again to..."

Sourav Dey

"The ambiance is awesome and i just love the food. This is a place that im really looking forward to get back to. The service was great even though it..."

Mitch Lake

"I have been to The Depot twice and still think it's one of the few places that I would like to return to in no time. Food is always good and the..."

Christian

"Depot is a busy restaurant and oyster bar opposite Sky City. Its industrial rustic style decor with high tables lets you know that you're in for..."

Caffeinated Weka

"The food in general is amazing, the place is not very comfortable. They serve the best lamb ribs I've ever tasted and they're wine menu is..."

Emanuel Sanabria

"One of my favourite and precious memories in Auckland involve oysters and wine at Depot. It's always a gamble on finding seats at such a popular..."

Vivi S

"Great atmosphere and exceptional service. Dined with a friend for lunch and we were seated in less than a minute. Staff are knowledgable and make..."

Ashlee

"We came to depot for a midweek long lunch and it did not disappoint. We ordered two small plates, one large plate, and two sides for three people,..."

Lisa Reynolds

"Great atmosphere to a lovely themed restaurant! Went for a early dinner and shared 2 dishes plus oysters with a friend. The mussels were gorgeous as..."

Tania Li

"Yes it is always busy but there are plenty of places around to get a drink and wait for the phone call for your table. Factor this into your night...."

Hannah Wilson

"As good as any casual eatery in the World I reckon - friendly staff, outstanding small plates and takes on classic kiwi food as well. Atmosphere when..."

Sigmond

"Good but not great.Service on a busy Thursday night was excellent. A little on the expensive side for the size of the dishes...."

Christian

"Awesome place. Love the lively atmosphere. It's quite busy (many had to wait in line for tables, a positive indication of its popularity I'm sure)...."

Jess

"This is a to go place with your friends. The restaurant is nice and have good music. Although the 4 of us didn't order from the raw section i.e...."

Helena

"Definitely my favourite meal in Auckland. I had the squid ink linguine with clams which was divine. I would definitely recommend this place if you..."

Jacq

"As I live in town we go here all the time and its a personal favourite. Do not miss the fish sliders, skirt steak, sugar pie for dessert or the bacon..."

Maino

"If you’re looking for a fantastic dining experience complete with delicious food, brilliant service and a great atmosphere, then head to Depot..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"Always in Metro top 50. I have been Depot many and many times. Almost perfect every time. Very hard to find the restaurant to always keep taste same..."

Francis Lockwood

"One of my all time favourite restaurants. Delicious food in a casual setting with awesome service every single time. The complimentary warm..."

Elena Ching

"After hearing all the vibes and since we are here for 2 nights, SO!!! after telling us that we have to wait for 1.5 hrs when we arrive at 8pm, we..."

Janey

"A favourite, every item was perfect. The oysters here are the best in Auckland, freshly shucked, too good. Those lamb ribs..melt in your mouth...."

Ryan

"Overview: A great place for shared dishes and for relatively unique and esoteric dishes.Pros: Great service and food. The food in..."

Audric Kam

"Love this place. A must stop in place on every Auckland trip for some oysters, white wine and rose'. I have never had oysters this good in my life..."

Miguel Sanchez Robertson

"Good low key vibe, attentive service and delicious, fresh food. You can tell a lot of love goes into the place and it seems like there is a lot of..."

Mb

"For oysters... This crew can't be beat. I typically enjoy downing 2-3 oysters maximum, but these bad boys actually make me lick my lips for more!..."

Youonlygetoutwhatyoupoutine

"We had an awesome early dinner here--the place definitely lived up to its reputation. It was never packed inside and we got a table right away, but..."

Zach Kutlow

"Two of us had a long lunch there yesterdayThe food was magnificentFrom the Snapper Sliders to the Lamb RibsAnd all the way to the Pork..."

Glenn Town

"Defiantly one of the most deserving top Auckland restaurants! We went here twice in two days it was so good. Such a cute space a little chilly in..."

Paris

"Not too bad overall, most of the flavors worked well together. The waitress to was able to make a recommendation for the Taco's, Yorkshire puddings..."

R & A

"Really enjoyed this place. Fresh clean flavours with simple presentation that allowed the food to speak for itself. The oysters were delicious, as..."

EpiCurious

"Depot is one of my favourite restaurants in Auckland for a few reasons. One, because they serve the most delicious food. Two, the staff are always..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"Have yet to visit the renowned Depot but jumped at the chance to try some of their offerings at Taste. The oysters were the best I've ever had, very..."

Victoria

"Reasonably strong coffee to start the morning. Bacon and egg roll is definitely yummy. Convenient location just next to convention centre when you..."

BY

"If you would like to try the best Hapuka in Auckland this is your place. The potato skins are pretty yummy too. Such a great taste and so worth the..."

B D H

"Posted: November 3rd, 2015 ˑ Filled under: Auckland, Food, New Zealand, Restaurants, Travel ˑ . Our first experience of eating out in Auckland..."

Nina And Kran

"My second visit at this Refined establishment Firstly impeccable food presentation.waitstaff had executed really well with product knowledge good..."

Andre Dez Toparea

"I eat here at least once a week, why because the food is incredible, service is great and the whole team is passionate about fresh food. The owner..."

Sean Appleby

"Best place to stop by for a quick bite and a drink.The steak is a must have.Always a good variety of clams and oysters.Never take..."

Hubert Cheng

"Just like many aucklanders me and my family love this place! So many little things that add up making it the perfect gathering spot: the vibe, the..."

Joanna W

"Amazing place to grab a quick meal in the heart of Auckland's CBD. The bistro is always busy, but do try the skirt steak and oysters Rockefeller...."

Christine Stephen

"If you are thinking of trying Depot, the only advice I'm going to give you is “goooooooooooooooooooo"Went there for my anniversary and we..."

Cath

"Depot never lets me down! Sure the waiting list can be daunting at times (or most of the time!), but it is definitely worth it! Me and my boyfriend..."

Mila B

"Great food, attentive and friendly staff..No reservations is a pain though, had to wait 1.5hrs....time easily killed at bar next door. Lamb cutlets..."

Sanjesh Lal

"This is definitely one of my top three eateries of all time, with good reason. The service is exceptional and the wait staff are always attentive..."

Victoria McMahon

"Possibly my favourite place on Federal street. Big call, but Al Brown definitely sets the standard here. There isn’t an option to make a..."

SS

"Good beer, good food and if you are sat at the back you can watch the chef's do their work! Good service. Very popular so make sure you get there..."

Nicola Lewis

"This is a great place to eat but get there early as the tables go faster then road runner. I had the mutton yorkshire puddings which were fantastic...."

Carl The Devourer

"If you're looking for some yummy tapas to eat, then this is the place to go! The layout is an old vintage style, with high seats and tables for..."

Gemma

"#zomatonz was nice enough to give me a voucher to the Depot Eatery so I decided to go after class the other day to try out their breakfast menu!..."

Razelle Icaro

"After hearing amazing things about Depot (hellooo Metro Restaurant of the Year?!?!?), we decided to go and try this place out. At 9:15am, the eatery..."

Sheena

"The service and food were great! Nothing shy of federal street's reputation of high standards. This was my first time eating here and I ordered..."

Richard Tran

"If i had to describe it in 1 word, it would be/: amazing. Had alot of dishes between the 3 of us and was happy with all of them. Stand out would be..."

Russel Dias

"It's hard to resist the charm of Al Brown's successes. Take Depot Eatery it's ridiculously always busy, houses it's very own raw seafood bar and dons..."

Monica

"Visited this place last week for the first time. We were warned about the wait time so my date arrived 45 minutes early just to reserve a table for..."

D G

"Turbot sliders and potato skins...LOVE!! These two dishes are my fav. Depot eatery is right on trend and is always really busy! It's quite condensed..."

HJ

"Always amazing food, service and ambience. One of my favourite places to go! I highly recommend the skirt steak with tobacco onions and the fish..."

Asdf

"Awesome food :) This is My favorite place in Auckland. Been there 5 times during my 4 week stay in Auckland, and this place never..."

Punith Gowda

"Very fresh daily comes claims and oysters. Also, the skirts steak is nicely cook, brown outside tender and juicy inside. -0.5 for the speed of..."

William Chiu

"Always madly busy, but definitely with the wait. The business makes for a vibrant atmosphere, that really adds to the overall dining..."

Paul Evans

"Depot is well worth the long wait!Came here with friends and despite the 2 hour wait it was well worth it! We started with oysters (a..."

Captain Underpants

"I love this place. I have been here many times now and am never disappointed and I always get to try something new on their changing..."

Miss Kiki

"Always fresh, great service and the waiters have excellent knowledge of the wines on the menu. I love the open kitchen so if you can get a table down..."

Jamie Lyons

"Have been here on several occasions; suitable for a casual feed with the misses, friends or family - all have been impressed. Its small and a bit of..."

FoodiePhysician

"Bone marrow and clam linguine are the bomb! Love going to this place, especially when I'm a bit early so I can sit outside without having to wait...."

Erika Bayangos

"Love, love love this place. They don't take reservations so you need to be early to get a seat (my boyfriend and I were there around 5:45pm for..."

Evie

"Outdoor area is no smoking. 3 to 4 tables further out and is cigar friendly. Never a disappointing experience. Always delivers food that is..."

Whiskyncigars

"Had our 1 year anniversary here, and their restaurant month menu was delicious! We especially loved the fish sliders, they're definitely worth..."

Xtina Cassidy

"Depot is a classic.I have been there like 6 times or more . I always Enjoyed the food and the experience.My favourite:..."

MommyYummy

"A place I love to take friends and family for casual lunch! Turbot sliders are a must. Must try their pork hock and skirt steak for the carnivores..."

Musings Of A Foodie

"One of the very best restaurants in Auckland. The food is honest and full of soul - cooked well, amazing flavours, and not fussed over. The oysters..."

Philippa Bannerman

"The beef cheeks are absolute to die for, just melts in your mouth with that remoulade. The ouster cream complements the kingfish sashimi really..."

Calvin

"Ok this is my fav place in the whole of Auckland. I hit this place with everything it can give me! I get balls deep in the Fish Sliders every time,..."

Alwayseating

"Located on Federal Street, Al Brown's bistro styled eatery has made headlines in Auckland's restaurant scene. Boasting a cuisine that is..."

Two Dark Coffees

"Came here for a late night snack one night. I had already had dinner but a couple friends don't finish work till 9pm. So it was a late dinner for..."

Iamcii

"Both times I have been here have been amazing experiences. Even had al brown bring out our entree himself which we were so surprised about. we miss..."

Lizzie Blackburn

"Exciting cuisine never disappoints. We dined at Depot a couple of weeks ago for lunch. We were treated with yorkshire pudding and mutton which melted..."

Michael Simon

"Been here three times now, and it's always been such a delight. The staff are consistently friendly, helpful and professional. The atmosphere is..."

Maria Carmela

"It was a good experience, atmosphere was nice, service was good and drinks kept on coming. I didn't eat only drank but other mates at the table..."

Ikazzy

"Depot, always been one of my favorite and been there couple of times. I always recommend to friends especially those traveling to Auckland and bring..."

Judie Zoe Ang

"Been here a handful of times now. Loved it every time. They've got a nice range of craft beers which is always popular with the bf. The wild meat..."

Gen Middlemiss

"Okay. The atmosphere although noisy and the waiters are frantically running around all the time, is quite nice. The design is rustic - or shabby chic..."

Max Mueller

"Service: 7/10Food: 9/10Cleanliness: 9/10Value for money: 7/10Overall: 8/10Great service although the food came out..."

Jack Trav.

"Just went in for a drink and some nibbles, great staff and atmosphere. Food really tasty, lots of options to choose from so a good choice for a quick..."

Jane Bennett

"I've been meaning to try Depot for a very long time, but never followed through because there was always a wait and always ended up eating elsewhere...."

Jing Chen

"Awesome place for some great tasting food. Sliders are a must have, try the bone marrow for something different and finish off with the sugar pie...."

Miss Persistant

"I like their clams and turbot sliders. Almost all the dishes are quite delicious. But the environment is very noisy at dinner time. Day time is..."

Zoe Huang

"Depot is definitely one of my faves in Auckland! I try and go there whenever I can and went there this week before heading to the ballet at the..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"You'll always have to wait for a table here (unless you eat at abnormal hours) - but I've always thought that was the first impression of a..."

Gentlepig

"Another faultless experience at Depot - on maybe our 20th visit. Even with the often lengthy wait times for a table, I can say with all honestly that..."

Rhi Godwin

"Outstanding. The food was of an exceptional level. Service was amazing, home made Bloody Caesars with real clam juice! Great place for sharing, worth..."

Cam

"Went there for dinner and drinks the other night - amazing service and wonderful food. Food arrived really fast. Loved it.... Highly..."

Bernie Vogels

"This must be one of my favourite place of all time. I have been numerous times over the last couple of years. The wait at the door has reduced since..."

Wanderlust

"Such a refreshing spot, can't get enough of the Oysters. The wine list is pretty good and the service is always very warm with a cruisy..."

Andrew Summers

"I only had to wait a year or so, plus go on a weeknite evening, and on a night with torrential downpours to be able to squeeze into an outside table,..."

Frank

"TOP 10 PICK - AL Brown has done us proud! 2015 Metro winner of the year! This is my favourite restaurant! The fish sliders - Raw king fish and..."

House Of Eats

"Shuck your taste buds with fresh Malborough clams whether it is the sweet Tuatua or salty Diamond Shell with a clean ocean finish. Grill with..."

Ningjaeats

"This must be the place to be cause there was an hour wait for the table. The food was worth the wait. Causal style share plates and fresh..."

Ollycooking.com

"Every time I go to Auckland, I pop into this busy little place for a bite of fresh kaimoana. The selection of raw clams and oysters is great. The..."

Epicurious Nomad

"Definitely a must to try... I have been lucky and got in straight away both times... But when we came out the waiting time is unreal! The atmosphere..."

Donna&Shane

"So amazing, I looked at the menu and wasn't too keen on anything but we just ordered 4 dishes to share between us and I loved every single dish, I..."

Michaela Coe

"Oh my dearest Depot, thank you for the good food you're consistently providing :D Went here on a Friday night with my dad for dinner and as usual,..."

Kellie Lee

"It was a friday evening.We made our entrance into depot. BAM!The waft of scrumptious smells from the kitchen hit our noses whilst our ears..."

Tony Zhang

"This is my favourite by a country mile. The sharing plates are in my view the best way to eat. service is excellent and rustic look makes a real..."

Shane Philiips

"Went tonight for the Wahine and I's anniversary and once again Depot didn't disappoint. We didn't have to wait for a table and were seated instantly..."

Sam Jones

"Depot is busy, really busy- all the time. You can't book, but on a good day you can turn up and they will call you when a table is ready for you in..."

Mrspotandmrlid

"If you're looking for a fantastic dining experience complete with delicious food, brilliant service and a great atmosphere, then head to Depot..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"looks easy but really amazing！！so so nice！i love it！you must try！best ever in auckland..the steak and lamb ribs really really..."

Crystal

"I love this place. Always my favourite go to. We have been numerous times now and have never had bad services or food we can fault. Had my 30th bday..."

Kelly Kelly

"I would Highly recommend Depot to everyone. Good place to hang out with friends. Amazing food and great service. We had to wait for table for..."

Ru

"Yep, awesome.. Delicious food, switched on staff. This place deserves to be full. If you have to wait outside for a bit, grab a beer and hold fire...."

Sammy P

"Seafood-lovers will be right at home here. My mum started with a beautifully presented tasting plate of three NZ oysters, each with contrasting..."

Thevegicurean

"I finally got to try Depot out today after a previous failed attempt. My bf and I came for lunch, where depot was slightly quieter than when we tried..."

Laura Hunt

"Depot is a great place for lunch or dinner with friends. The oysters are amazing and taste like their straight out of the ocean. Overall good food..."

Rojas

"Al Browns Depot is a restaurant I would recommend to anyone. Whenever people ask where to go in the city or if they are visiting for a night we..."

The Incredible Edible

"So good I bought the company.. ok just the book by Al Brown! But this place lives up to the preceding reviews. Great atmosphere akin to new york bar..."

BeeQueUU

"Superb and brilliant at an affordable price. If you come to Auckland to dine, Depot can't be missed. Family and I ordered five things to share. The..."

Wilson Chau

"The first time I dined here was for lunch, and we sat in front of the kitchen - best seats in the house. Was so much fun watching the hustle of..."

Kwan-Lyn

"They didnt take bookings, so I expected very good food from this restaurant. I think they kind of delivered it. What I really liked was the deco...."

FlyingMonkey

"This place is packed around the clock everyday of the week! Been here four times and never disappointed. I have always been able to miss that crazy..."

Anna Harding

"I heard this place gets packed quick so my gf and I decided to go at an odd hour in th arvo - we were seated straight away. Wait staff are very..."

Don's Food Fiesta

"Al Brown, you're a Legend! The food is charmingly different but somehow familiar! The staff are brilliant. Love love LOVE the place! Wish it was..."

Happy Nottocook

"Everything was perfect apart from service. Fresh oysters and amazing seafoodBut why when I ask the waiter about wine, all she responds with..."

Wouldyoulikebreadwithyourbutter

"One of my favor bar,even its not easy to get the seat, Oyster is really fresh and juicy, Turbo sliders is the one I must order every time...."

Monique Liao

"love their food and place...the price is a bit expensive dont think everyone can afford it. customer service is ok..can be better...maybe i went to..."

Luka Aleksandr

"What a stellar experience. The staff were amazing nothing was too much and they made sure we got a table asap. The food was amazing we got the..."

Kezia Lobo

"One of my favourite restaurants in the city, always tell Auckland visitors to try this place out. You can always trust Al Browns restaurants to..."

Jemimah

"Have been here around 10 times and they always always deliver with the food. The seafood is outstanding, along with everything else on the menu. The..."

Angela Trigg

"We had been wanting to try depot due to raving recommendations and was not disappointed we had the pork plate to share and a side of fries. If we..."

Genevieve Van Eden

"I love Depot. The food, the atmosphere, the music and the people who come here. My friends and I ordered their platter and it was so good! The rabbit..."

AngeLi

"I love the raw seafood bar. My ultimate favorite seafood hangout. Service is excellent, they were very polite and attentive. I cannot fail the..."

Moira McFarland

"Depot is always a treat, fantastic service and delicious food it's one of my utter favourites. Bonus entertainment it's always fun watching uptight..."

Jen Hilford

"Great food, fantastic service! Turbot sliders and the skirt steak were the favourites! Best time to dine before 6pm as it gets busy. Highly..."

Tess

"Always a top 5 place to send people who haven't been before, or to take out of town friends. Most American esq styled places in NZ fail to deliver..."

Jason Montreal

"Always a favorite to eat at when in the city, oysters are amazing. The service is hurried but efficient, you're never left with an empty drink which..."

Cole Saunders

"I am not sure if I had done a review for Depo so here its is:Food : 10/10 finger lickin good!Service: excellent esp when al brown..."

Charissa

"To get a seat at this place you need to either turn up really early for dinner or be patient enough to wait for one to become available. The first..."

Linny

"Always a fantastic vibe and the food is well presented and delicious! The attention to detail is top class and the staff are enthusiastic,..."

Taste9

"Amazing! Best food I've ever eaten in Auckland. Service is great too, last time we went they made a simple mistake with our table and we got free..."

Marilyn Moore

"After reading a number of reviews and hearing the hype, myself and a couple lads thought we'd have to check it out. Initially we were told to wait..."

Nick Wellywood

"I can not say a bad word about this place. Love it, never been disappointed. Staff are friendly and professional, food is top notch.Price..."

Karl Dixon

"Very good food and service. Only reason it didn't get a 5 star is the price. If you don't mind paying then this is the place to eat. Great..."

Vang Ly

"Went there last night for dinner, and sat at the bar looking right into the kitchen. Was fascinating to watch their efficient kitchen team at full..."

Nathan Dunn

"Hands down....best place to eat in Auckland!Not a single complaint about the food! Good portions and reasonably priced sharing..."

Bobby Chen

"Al has really nailed it with Depot. His staff training must clearly be brilliant as they are attentive and look as though they really do have a..."

Mark Vella

"Every time I am in Auckland a must go!Depot in amazing.Food extremely fresh, standouts include pork hock, oysters, tacos and..."

Lloyd Green

"we really like the food here and the atmosphere however the metal tumblers are not good to drink out of and we had a metalic taste in our mouths for..."

Kyle Graves

"Love love love Depot Eatery - have been there many times for breakfast, lunch and dinner and food is always amazing! Service is good..."

Cathy Lam

"This was my first visit to Depot; I'd heard so many good things about it I wondered if they could deliver. I needn't have worried, the food was..."

Gus

"Excellent food, atmosphere and services. The potatoes skin, chicken couscous, and all other dishes were amazing. I want to try everything..."

Rebecca Dong

"Group of 4 girls, close to Xmas had a bit of a wait but managed to get a table after about 1/2 hour.Great food - asked the waiter for..."

Tracey Donald

"Perfection. Please open a sister Depot in Christchurch Al. We are desperate for good eateries down here! The quake took them all and I can honestly..."

Sophie

"Didn't think this restaurant would live up to the hype, but WOW! Amazing food! The pork and skirt steak were amazing, LOVED the kumara and have been..."

Alex Sanders

"Four of us went here for a birthday and were incredibly impressed, the waiter answered all questions we had on wine and beer and made helpful..."

Mitch Evershed

"This place was amazing and we will have to go back! Loved the service and the food ! The drinks were quickly served and the food followed straight..."

Mandy V

"The food here is unbelievable. Breakfast is superb and everything else tastes amazing. My Friend ordered potato skins and I kind of thought they..."

Rozanne D

"Amazing food, incredible service. Never fails!I have recommended Depot to many of my friends and family. Each and every time, Depot has..."

Carol

"The food is absolutely delicious and the staff are super friendly! Only took one star off because of the long wait times. They need to expand asap..."

Lee V

"My wife and I went to Auckland for 5 nights and ate here three nights in a row Sat, Sun and Mon 13-15 JulThe staff are fantastic as we got to..."

Gary Burt

"This restaurant is absolutely fantastic. The food is fresh and new, affordable for the standard of food given and the atmosphere. The sole..."

Aaron Nolan

"We had an absolutely brilliant meal at Depot last night. Having only been once previously, a year ago, we'd been fantasising about returning many..."

Miso

"Had the Waiheke oysters and hapuku sliders - simply awesome as usual. However, the brisket "tortillas" were a disappointment, not well seasoned and..."

Cindy Buell

"Have heard about depot for a long time. And we were not dissappointed. The schnapper in the schnapper sliders was so juicy it melted into my toungue...."

Tim Hinchliff

"Visited with my wife and had an outstanding experience. The place was buzzing, the service was really quick, super friendly but still professional...."

Michael J

"Love this place.The food is well prepared with good portion sizes. A good selection of food to choose from. For how popular and..."

Casey

"been a couple of times now and really like the vibe ' The seafood Is as fresh as you Could ever hope for and the service is great.ate 2 Doz of..."

Joe Holden

"Upon entering the establishment it is easily apparent that Depot is still one of the most popular restaurants in the Auckland area. It is a cool..."

Logan Saxer

"This place it getting lots of hype at the moment, so we were happy to wait for a table. Out of the 4 share plates we had 2 were great - the Kingfish..."

Anna

"Depot was my 'destination' restaurant for a three-day visit to Auckland, after hearing so much about it. Place sure is popular, an hour wait for a..."

Charles Croft

"Great place to go with some friends to share lots of different dishes. Definitely recommend the oysters, they were fab! For those who have spent time..."

Annalise Bagrie

"Amazing! Went here for my birthday August 2012. Fantastic service, delicious food, great ambiance. Not pretentious. Relaxed feel. We had oysters -..."

Lucy Shield

"We had dinner at Depot last night and loved the food. It is relaxed and the service is really friendly and efficient. The on tap Pinot is pretty good..."

Liz

"OK - there is seriously a rave about this place and I wasn't amused about the fact that you can't make a reservation.So we finally got in..."

Dave

"Depot is, without fault and gets the kiwi dining experience down pat.Incredible ambiance, always heaving busy (Bellotta must be thanking..."

The Enthusiastic Cook

"We went to depot with a group of six. Ordered various small and large plates and every dish was superb. Favourites were the snapper tortillas and the..."

Melissa

"really couldnt fault the experience. Think we were lucky as only 2 of us so managed to have a seat straight away. By the time we left there was a 90..."

Suztho71

"Oh my. Where do I begin? Depot is so fantastic.Firstly, The Turbot Sliders.Melt in your mouth. Tiny, flavoursome morsels of perfectly..."

Olivia Winstone

"There is no better place to hang out with your friends and have a yummy meal, good service and great value for money!! The place has this incredible..."

Rebecca

"WOW what a great place to immerse yourself in a vibrant fast pasted eatery that offers amazing food choices & backed up by highly trained &..."

Michelle Christini

"My three foodster companions and I, enticed by stories of oysters and bacon hock, had been meaning to check this place out for quite sometime. We..."

Chris Baldock

"Quite possibly our favourite place to eat in Auckland---where else can you get freshly shucked oysters? Great casual ambience, great food, and last..."

NomNomPanda

"Day - MondayTime - 1pmI love this place - have spent $1000's there if not 10's of thousands on client entertainment since it..."

Hugh Lloyd

"I love this place! For a casual pop in, delicious light eats and wine from a cup...you can't go wrong. Has a fantastic vibe, and the interiors are..."

Emma

"It is worth overcoming the challenges of getting into this place to experience the food. It can look a bit chaotic from the outside but the service..."

David Boshier

"Love this place, simple but trendy. good for a quick bite to eat with friends or after office drinks. The sliders are lovely but some improvements to..."

Fiona Miller

"Exceptional...fantastic (slightly quirky but not at all pretentious) menu, amazing service, über cool decor...loved it! Will definitely be back, in..."

Jennifer Morgan

"5 of us there for lunch this Saturday -- ordered the lamb ribs, beef fajitas, pork hock, clams, hapuka fish belly, and a couple of other dishes. The..."

Merv Lowe

"This was such a great dining experience! The food was absolutely beautiful, and the staff were so amazingly friendly and down to earth. Will most..."

Rebecca Wright

"Stunning food, great service. Highlight of my foodie weekend in Auckland. The decor is fun and relaxed, casual style menu that was easy..."

Jan

"I love this new eatery and Oyster Bar! A great Kiwi theme done with style rather than tacky. Al Brown is one of our best chefs who specialises in..."

Louise Ngaei

"After read about the new places around Skycity we decide to have a look and try for ourselfs this new and popular eatery & oyster bar. The place..."

Marie

"Just got home from a fantastic evening at Depot with my boyfriend and his visiting French parents. Very impressed! Bonus that..."

Rose

"Went with four friends and shared 'one of everything'. It's a great menu and a quality experience. Oysters, sliders and pork-hock a real..."

Dean Cornish

"Had great fun at Depot the other night! Gorgeous food. Lovely, friendly and helpful young Irish waitress. All the food we ordered was fresh and..."

Maria & Dom

"God What a Great Place!I must say the first time I want too impressed waiting outside for a table. It was a windy night and we weren't even..."

Michele Turner

"Walked in off the street prior to RWC final for an early dinner en route to the game. Staff were very welcoming and managed to squeeze us in right..."

Trina Smith

"Loved the setting! Loved the food! Staff very friendly.Chair/ stools gave me backache and was a Little pricey but that would be the only..."

Michelle Wells

"AMAZING!!!superb food and fantastic service, will defiantly be back again. such attention to detail, very attentive and helpful staff, love how..."

Emma

"Have been 3 times in a week. Absolutely love the place. The food in amazing, simple but very delicious. The service is great and I love the wine..."

Janine

"Wow,what a great place.Popped in for breakfast and wished we'd stayed for lunch.Best coffee ive had in a long time and the bacon butty has me..."

Leanne Leonard

"Just popped in to have a quick cup of coffee with a friend this morning. We walked in and were a little unsure of whether we needed to order at the..."

Susan Jourdan

"3 varieties of oysters shucked to order - what a start! Loved the vinegretteEnjoyed several small plates, kahawai fish cakes, kingfish..."

Jeremy Coombes

"How do I begin with depot? As soon as you walk into the place it is buzzing with people and the rustic, industrial atmosphere is calm and nostalgic...."

Mariamjafer

"Depot is another wonder by Al Brown – this guy can do no wrong! He’s the man behind Fed Deli and Ugly Bagels as well. Depot is always busy with..."

Jennifer Manalo

"OK I have been looking forward to come here in like forever with 2 or 3 foiled attempts... but finally got in with 2 other friends that's their first..."

Lillian

"Great ambience with delicious food and spectacular service . Must go..."

Jasjeet Singh

"If this restaurant actually deserves the Metro Supreme Restaurant of the Year 2012, then I'm John Key. But even John Key won't be able to deny that..."

EarnesTaster

"I have been to Depot a few times, well maybe more than a few times, definitely more than a few times! It is a favourite spot for a quick after work..."

Mairi Herbert

"On a clear summers night we strolled from drinks on a friends yacht, under Skytower to perch on barstools at rugged tables, ordered a drink and..."

Maggie G

"It's super expensive but the food is good. I like sitting at the bar and watching the world go by! You always get some really interesting and some..."

Rebecca Warren

"The metro 50 in 2013 , my friends say the best oysters in north island! I like hanging out with friends and try different spots in the weekend, so if..."

Daniel Wang

"This is my go to place for taking visitors for a casual but interesting lunch. I love the sit-at-bar, the oyster/clam counter, the stainless steel..."

Kate W

"I will at some point do a more thorough review of Depot, but I will put this up as a provisional review until such a time as I can take photos and do..."

Trace

"If I could do more than five stars I would. We came here at the recommendation of another couple we met on a wine tour. We loved it so much we came..."

Benjamin Huey

"This was a great place and a great last dinner to end my 3 week holiday. My husband and I sat by the kitchen and watched the magic of prepping and..."

Melinda Mata

"Came here for early dinner at 5pm after a spa day, so it was nice and quiet. We ordered poutine, toasted rueben, NY strip steak, and mussel &..."

Soo Woo

"Pleasantly surprised here. Have been before but only snacked and it was great then but for such a popular spot, I wasn't expecting the standards to..."

TK

"We were seated within minutes on a busy Thursday night (Easter weekend). Sat at the kitchen counter where we watched all the plates being..."

Joann Mills

"Stopped by for lunch and split heirloom tomatoes and skirt steak. We were concerned that wouldn’t be enough so we ordered potatoe skins as well. ..."

Henry Depew

"Great and fun food, fantastic fast and friendly service and ample sitting space inside and outside. When I was at the Depot, the waiters went out of..."

Irene

"The best pork hock, the best potato skins. The sliders and bone marrow were good too. The oysters were very fresh. A nice buzzy atmosphere. Highly..."

dorinachen

"Had a wonderful experience dining at Depot. Service was fantastic with friendly and helpful wait staff, beautiful food and great wine list. We will..."

Rainbow Fasher

"This restaurant came highly recommended and it did not disappoint! Service was top notch and food was delicious. Gluten free options available and..."

Christina L.

Amano

86/100 (6864 ratings)

Restaurants

Gluten Free Options

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Vegan Options

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Tagliatelle

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Catfish

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Pesto

Fish

Pork

Beef

Stracciatella

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Octopus

Tortellini

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Prosciutto

Chili

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Clams

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"Got recommended this restaurant. It did not disappoint. Service was great. The dishes were suburb. Will definitely be going back...."

April

"We booked for a birthday celebration, and the food was super yum. It’s a bit pricy but understandably so - you pay for what you get. It was a bit..."

Marnie

"Between 2 of us, we shared the following:-Burrata (fantastic and so fresh and flavoured nicely you won't get sick of eating this whole bowl of..."

Marie T

"Nice Italian restaurant, friendly service and delicious dishes, good selection of cocktails and..."

Rex Chen

"Great service. Delicious food and a wonderful vibe...."

Rob

"If you live in Auckland & you haven’t been to Amano yet...well...better try this place out! Even though I love this place (esp their bakery ahhh..."

Cranberrycrackers

"Been here a few times before. I have to say they are still on the standard level, but not impressed me anymore. But I like bakery so..."

Chelsey

"Truffle & riccota croissants @amano_nz available on Fridays of the truffle season only 🖤 have been wanting to try them since last year (especially..."

Pandadrools

"We love the ambience and staff are friendly. Their breakfast menu is nice & tasty especially the croissants and coffee! For lunch, we especially..."

Carla

"The fish was so..."

Eatateeaten

"The best pasta in Auckland! This place never fails to amaze me. Staff were very nice and so accommodating. We were able to make our original booking..."

Amy

"Very atmospheric. One of my favorite places in Auckland. Food is amazing, service is wonderful, prices are worth what u are getting. I always go for..."

Sophia Ignateva

"THE BEST. THE YUMMIEST. THE GREATEST...."

NEMZ

"loved everything there! coffee was great, staffs were friendly and quick service… always came back and make sure everything went great for us! food..."

GNUEL

"Burrata 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗Espresso trifle 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌕Definitely coming back..."

Jas

"This restaurant is mind blowing. The food is ridiculously good and it has top notch service and a fantastic atmosphere as well. If you haven’t..."

Holly

"The meals were fantastic, service was great and food came out together and timely. All in all a great..."

Catherine V

"Overall a good experience, just a bit annoying the person who served us kept suggesting alternatives for our orders cause we were all set on what we..."

Mnie579

"Best Italian I've had! Modern and romantic vibes, staff were very helpful the whole night, and although they forgot the drinks they apologized (a..."

Doris Ma

"I went here for my birthday dinner and it was amazing!!! The food was great, champagne was really good, service was really good too. Our waiter was..."

Marggie Pascua

"What a cool place this is! Great vibe, you can come here on a romantic night out or with your mates having a nice feed and making it a night having..."

Haroos

"I really liked the pasta. Love them! Will visit again. Need to reserve tables otherwise need to wait long..."

Alice

"We had to wait about 15mins for our Booked table. The staff were very attentive and checked with the kitchen twice about questions with the..."

Food Adventures With AnnaJ

"Have been here twice in the last week because it’s just THAT good. Had the Scampi pasta on both visits and holy heck, it is the best dish I’ve..."

AK

"Relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Our waiter was respectful and very attentive. (Thanks Richard.) Decent portions, flavorful and seafood beautifully..."

Anna

"It's up there compared to most restaurants in terms price but it's also my favourite in the city, so there you go. Absolutely amazing..."

Louis Sinclair

"I love this place so much that I want to give 1000/5 instead of 5/5! Brought my family here for my birthday lunch one day and loved the food. We..."

The Poor Foodie

"These Agnolotti from Latina are yummy. They seem to have a decent amount of filling and we even like to eat a few of them plain straight after they..."

C Caroline

"The scampi pasta is my all-time favorite, as good as always! 5/5Beef carpaccio was perfect in texture and seasoning. 5/5Octopus was the..."

Kate Ouyang

"Awesome and vibrant atmosphere! Especially serving sparkling water is an amazing introduction and..."

Amit Kumar

"Beautifully made and presented food. Top quality ingredients as you would expect. One of the best restaurants in..."

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"We recommend the granola, but also feel a wee bit more flavour could be added to the sweetcorn fritatta such as a salsa or green onion. This..."

S B

"One of my favourite places to dine!! They have great service and great food - nothing more you could ask for at a..."

Joohee Grace Park

"Rating 4.5. There’s really not much to fault with this place, great atmosphere, causal yet classy & hip. I got the sit at the bar, and great to see..."

Manz

"Al dente spaghetti cooked to perfection, lovingly embracing tuatua in shells, gently caressed by an butter/olive oil garlic white wine chilli..."

Andrea McMath

"Exquisite cuisine, incredible and great service, friendly..."

Jon Dinglasan

"We had a group booking of 14. My guests and I enjoyed the food, wine, service and ambience...."

Junior Aranui

"Food was very nice! I loved the interior and decorations. Would definitely go..."

Renie

"We came here as a party of seven for a graduation dinner. After hearing how popular they are, I made sure to book well in advance for this busy..."

Vivian C

"This place is so amazing. I loved everything. Cannot fault a single thing..."

Hannah

"Finally managed to dine at Amano and I was not disappointed - the food was to die for!Uses asparagus a lot in their dishes (no complaints..."

G1k

"My favourite place to get pastry in Auckland! I love their doughnuts, almond croissants, pain au chocolate and the canelés. Always grab one of those..."

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"Wife took me here for my birthday. It was certainly a wonderful experience. Very intimate and inviting vibe, we saw families, couples, and..."

Ming_Angela Y

"My favourite restaurant hands down in Auckland ~ everything is good here , can’t go wrong ! Always very busy though so if you do want to go ~..."

Natalie QP Chen

"Amazing food here! Everything in the menu we tried was Devine. The interior is fitted out beautifully too. Great for a work lunch, dinner, date,..."

Chan Can Eat

"Amazing pastas and wine, enjoyed every bite. Steak was perfectly cooked. Flavours on point. Service was great...."

Ninahooo

"Amano is my happy place. I love everything about it, from the decor, the ambience, watching the kitchen staff at work, to the coffee and food...."

Shannon

"Definitely the best restaurant I have been to in New Zealand so far. Did a last minute walk in for my birthday and the restaurant catered..."

Sam

"Love the food! We visited for a family dinner and tried about 10 dishes - ended up just digging in and forgot to take more photos! Each dish was..."

Chomnomnom

"Very good experience, busy evening as always but we booked in advance and had the table ready straight away.A tiny bit slow with the mains but..."

Evgeny Pozdeev

"I came to Amano on a Friday night without a reservation. My bf and I were quickly seated by one of the friendly staff who worked there. We started..."

Sharon Louie

"Always a great experience dining here! The vibe is so cool, the decor is great and the food delicious! Had the mushroom and pancetta tagliatelle..."

Lizzie

"The best restaurant in New Zealand.Every food is simply amazing and the word “disappointment” just cannot coexist with Amano.Beautiful..."

Mathetes

"One of the best Italian restaurants in Auckland. Lovely industrial interior and open kitchen design.The chargrilled ox tongue is rich and..."

Lucy

"Firstly this is one of best places to eat, the atmosphere is really relaxing and stylish. The food is really flavorful and moorish. I definitely rate..."

Quinton Wong

"Never disappointed when ever I’m here. Either for a date night or take the family and wee bub... food is simply extraordinary along with their..."

Toar Dotulong

"Come here at least once a month for breakfast and its always a gem! Service and food are always perfect. Their bakery side is also perfect for quick..."

Amindha Fernando

"It was perfect brunch at Amano on Sunday. Pasta was chewy and delicious. I enjoyed watching there cooking. Love to go open kitchen. Staff was..."

Alice In New Zealand

"5/5 highly recommend. Cocktails were amazing to begin with. Food was delicious and service was good. Highlight of the night would have to be the..."

Conor Murphy

"I have never been to Amano and been disappointed, this is one of my favourite finer dining restaurants. The atmosphere is always buzzing and the..."

Lila Broome

"I’ve always love the ambience and the space in general, and the food is always amazing no matter what you choose! It’s the perfect place to enjoy..."

Clarice Natasha

"Food was great yet noisy restaurant. Good for casual dining but not suitable if you are into an upscale Italian one. Ordered pasta. Food was served..."

Jason Wang

"Fine Dine with a casual, comfortable feel. Pleasant lovely staff that made our lunch even more delectably enjoyable. Our meals were cooked to..."

Findlinc

"I am a regular visitor of Amano Bakery but it was my first time to have lunch there. I took my husband to Amano for his birthday, we ordered clam..."

Cherry Qian

"Had the buffalo mozzarella with basil& tomato for starter and the duck breast with yoghurt& lentils + crayfish pulsante for main. Cheese was..."

Kealy Mathews

"Great food with good service and overall a lovely place to dine in. These guys take pride in their food and what they serve.It is pricey..."

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"Amano really never does let me down. How one restaurant can do breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee AND baked goods to such a high standard is beyond me...."

Gourmet Vegetarians

"Amazing pastas, dessert and smoothies, should definitely try, the staffs are also helpfull, I love how they do the open kitchen and it’s really..."

Vincent Fang

"Hard to go past this amazing restaurant! A definite must eat! Flavors are endless and the quality is superior! What a way to do food! For anyone..."

Shaun Ross

"If you had heard good things about this place, then let me tell you, what you heard are all true.We went to amano for simple lunch today, and..."

Zinan Mo

"Highly rated, one of the highest and for good reason. Food is hyper fresh and always consistently on that level, service is always friendly, almost..."

Clove

"Amano is a place that meets almost all aspects perfectly. Its tucked away in britomart underneath the fairy lights scattered throughout the area. It..."

Matchstick Reviews

"Got the clam sphagetti, beef carpaccio, tuna and mozarella. Favourite was the clam sphagetti - wonderful infused flavours from the cherry tomatoes..."

J Eats

"This was such a fantastic dinner. We got the focaccia, clam spaghetti, and crayfish filled pasta. Indulgent, rich, and filling - wow! Dessert was two..."

Brandon Huang

"Vibe is soo good! Food is good as well!!! Especially the cheese! I do recommend everyone should try their cheese, which is the best I’ve ever had..."

Riputation

"10/5 stars if possible! This is hands down one of my absolute favorite restaurants to dine at. Where do I start ❤️ They have the..."

EM

"Went to Amano for brunch with a friend as it’s been hyped up by a lot of people on Instagram. The food and pastries here are honestly amazing. I..."

Jenny Kim

"Come here for a quick lunch often.$9 sandwiches are quick and delicious!They fill you up and are amazing. Even grab a sneaky..."

Saasha

"Best Authentic Italian Spot. Presentation of the cocktails are amazing. Ordered one Expresso Cocktail and Aperitivi. Drinks flavours were good. Food..."

Nikki B

"Excellent food and service, well decorated. Good location.We ordered the lamb, it was very yummy.The pasta with clams was..."

Sammiii

"We ate here yesterday for my birthday. It was pretty busy but the staff were very accommodating and friendly. The foods are a bit pricey but the..."

Kikay_klaudz

"3 of us had lunch here on a Tuesday and were seated immediately! Our table was in dark, high traffic area so wasn’t exactly the nicest ambience but..."

Siobhan

"Italian food in Britomart Auckland.High rating restaurant in Google and TripAdvisor.Very busy even around 3:00pm.We ordered..."

May

"Came to Amano for a quick brunch few months ago. Love the rustic but modern atmosphere and decoration. Don't be surprise if you've seen a photo of an..."

Bella Luv Food

"Their meals are amazing! The prices can definitely be justified with the skills displayed in their meals. The service was also very professional and..."

Tan.ned

"love love love Amano!!! The clam spaghetti is just amazing, something i crave for very often! Customer service is always great! Only downside is..."

Yinya Shi

"Every time I come here I’ve had an amazing meal. Recommend the focaccia as an entree and share your food! Their portion sizes reflect the..."

SpoonMe

"This restaurant was amazing. One of the best meals we have ever had. The beans side was divine. We ate the Sirloin Steak which as cooked perfectly,..."

Mark Quadrio

"Enjoyed brunch at this location in the city with some colleagues. Surprisingly busy around 9:30am. Ordered the below dish. Although quite expensive &..."

Kai Mai

"Amazing. Friendly welcome, exceptional service. Loved the high ceilings, airy spaces and mix of table types. We sat at a huge big table with another..."

Lina K

"I just love this place. The ambience is amazing, service is amazing, the food is amazing...."

888

"We went for brunch about a month ago and ordered the granola, pork shoulder and prosciutto with potato hash. Everything was delicious and it was such..."

Jenny @ga.eats

"| Soy Latte |-I was never one to tell good or bad coffee. However @amano_nz coffee was so smooth and not over powering! They also have a..."

Food2belly

"Nothing to fault about this place. Been in Auckland for 5 years now and this is the best restaurant I have been to, everything is perfect. Staff and..."

M-J

"Very nice location and environment！also got the best bakery. Staffs are friendly but they forgot to order my pasta. Other food all good. Delicious..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Definitely lived up to the hype! Went there for the first time and the service was so personalised and the waiter really helped our big group choose..."

Donna Xu

"The food was incredible. We went to Amano for breakfast and dinner and loved the food both times. The waiters are friendly and attentive. I initially..."

James Bramin

"I had been waiting to try Amano for almost a year and finally went with great anticipation. I was not disappointed. I had the lamb shoulder as a main..."

Gemma Burke

"Me oh my this is the best meal in AKL! I can’t rave about this place enough. As a coeliac there were plenty of gluten free options and the staff..."

Sasha McCormick

"Excellent food and the customer service. The staff was attentive, helpful and lovely. We tried the Pappardelle and Pork and they were both delicious...."

888bing888

"Took me a while to get to this place but it was certainly worth the wait. Impeccable service heightened everything. The food was stunning, the..."

Faye Stubbs

"So what I absolutely LOVE is the service- WHAT EXCELLENT STAFF! Congratulations to Amano’s for a lovely courteous set of people who took assiduous..."

Shreeya Jayaraman

"I was really excited to try Amano for dinner having only been here for brunch, and was unfortunately underwhelmed. Most probably because I had..."

Holly Swallow

"Amazing food and service! Definitely recommend their steak and also their scampi pasta.Not feeling the decor but it's a future institution so..."

Ricky Zhou

"Busy busy ambience with delicious food. Ordered: chargrilled kahawai and crayfish egg dough pasta. Everything about this restaurant is fresh! The..."

Try_something_new

"Just can’t fault this place (yet and hopefully won’t) I’ve been there couple times and every time the food and service were good! Photos from..."

Tanz

"I reckon this is the best Italian restaurant in town! Went there many times for breakfast, lunch and dinner and still loving it! Definitely worth the..."

Annie Low

"Taste: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌑Interior Deco: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌕Customer service: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌕Recommend:..."

Mon.

"Good food, nice presentation and good taste. A special lunch in the city, love the surroundings and decoration. Just a suggestion: improve the..."

LisaH

"Amano never disappoints! It was my second visit last night and the service was exceptional. The octopus dish was to die for if you are a seafood fan...."

Claire L

"I have heard Amano Restaurant is very good.So I tried to make a booking but it was hard to get. I had attempted 3-4 times for a dinner booking...."

Chico

"Always wanna try this restaurant and didn’t get disappointed. I ordered the chargrilled lamb which was just amazing! The juicy meat came with the..."

LilianMonaghan

"Went here for a farewell dinner with friends. We got a big 16 seater wooden table reserved for us in a corner near the entrance of the restaurant...."

Adrianna

"Bloody amazing place. The place to go in Auckland. The pastries are incredible, diverse and tasty. They have amazing fresh juices full of complex and..."

Debby Palti

"truly amazing!! me and my friend have been dying to come here since last year and that finally came true. and all I can say is it has exceeded our..."

Angel Cueva

"Had an amazing time here! The service is amazing and the food is even better (if possible). There’s also the Amano Bakery next door/on the..."

Louise

"Everything was wow! The only so-so dish was the chicken that wasn’t as moist as we thought it would be. Both lamb dishes were crazy good (the lamb..."

Nicola

"Can’t fault this place on anything. Superb service, food came out very quick despite being observably busy and very high quality tasty food. Highly..."

MAD

"Went to Amano on a hunch and was blown away. Buzzing atmosphere great food and great wine. Tried the crayfish tortellini and a cured meats dish with..."

Flippynz

"Amano, another great discovery in Auckland. Fresh made pasta, freshest seafood. Delicious. Cooking that respects and celebrates produce. Great space,..."

Rogue Spoon

"Amano, ti amo; Amano, I ADORE YOU. I’ve always been a little proud of myself for first discovering Amano and buying its pastries back in the days..."

Annie Ren

"Great atmosphere, trendy and busy. We were lucky to grab a seat for two of us during brunch. I’d recommend calling to reserve a table if you have a..."

Shar Young

"A very cute place for brunch! We visited around 12pm and it was very busy, luckily we got a seat. I really enjoyed the mozzarella, seasoned..."

Kelly

"Great food, great service! Very attentive and friendly staff. We were served by Zoe who did an amazing job. Highly recommend this restaurant...."

Matt Cornish

"Love the food there, a very good environment to have dinner with family and friends. Everything is really fancy and really well decorated. The..."

Lily Chu

"A chic place which was surprisingly full at around 11 am on a weekday. It seemed like most people around us were in for breakfast meetings or their..."

Yash Gupta

"This is by far the best restaurant I've had the pleasure to enjoy in Auckland. Finally an NZ restaurant that understands that flavour and texture are..."

Hylton White

"I had heard Amano doesn’t take bookings (could be wrong) so I decided to try my luck and wander in for lunch one day. The waiter was very lovely..."

Jenny Da

"I had the most amazing pasta here. I chose the Lamb Ragu Papardelle and it was absolutely delicious. Service was outstanding and the atmosphere was..."

Auckland Foodie

"Have been to Amano a few times... coffee catch ups, brunch, lunch, etc. The service is always excellent. Their staff are an asset to their brand. The..."

Korosha Naidoo

"Excellent service and staff. Constantly making sure the customer is happy. We ordered the half chicken and The Tagliatelle. Both delicious but the..."

Nina

"Glad I finally ate here. It was nice but I wasn't blown away by the food. Excellent service and great atmosphere. There are def other places I'd try..."

Tarina

"Great food and perfect service. We ordered the Lamb Ragu and the Scampi Chitarra. Both were exceptional and flavourful. Definitely don't skip..."

Zamily

"Been to Amano reasonably regularly since they opened. Brilliant food & great service. Good food cooked and served to perfection. Absolutely nothing..."

Nade

"the best decision to bring our family friends who were visiting NZ for the first time! it was our first time as well and it did not disappoint. we..."

Miko Cañada Lapasaran

"Called in for a juice & takeaway sandwiches. The atmosphere was awesome and although my visit was short I’ll definitely be back again. Service was..."

Kaitlyn Tyler

"Best food in Auckland! Came here on a cold Thursday evening and was welcomed with open arms into this warm, vibrant restaurant. Service was fantastic..."

GeoPanda

"Nice vegetarian food, Had Gnocchi , it's difficult to find good vegetarian food with lots of flavorBut this place totally nailed itLittle..."

Deepali Dhingra

"Charming, welcoming, a true feast for all your senses.Design, staff, mood is all top shelf.The good..to die for.I suggest the gnocchi,..."

João Plácido

"Everything is perfect, except speed. We sat down at 11:10, finishing ordering three dishes 11:15, waited and waited, finally got our dishes ready..."

Tanz

"knock！amazing flavour of the Crayfish tortellini！very fresh and smooth，especially have it with sauces n cheesecarpaccino cooked by a very..."

Rocky Guo

"Fine ambiance and great food. Such a unique and classy interior to keep your eyes busy. If you want a restaurant that provides an experience that..."

Wanderlazed

"Christmas is iconic at Husk for being one of the most memorable Husk lunches of the year. Reasons being a) the locations are always epic, b) Husks’..."

Husk Creative

"What a fine example of what Auckland needs to see more of and people are voting with their feet as the place was pumping on a Monday lunch. Got a..."

Birdman

"Half of the tables are for bookings and other half are for walk ins. Which is great because they’re almost always booked out all the time!..."

Darren Big Belly

"Hosted a business dinner here tonight. I've never had so many staff welcome me in and say goodbye, the service was amazing and the Staff:Patron ratio..."

Jay

"My friends from Chch came to visit me last weekend, and we had the best time there ever in Auckland. Great food, great service, great atmosphere even..."

Aria.zhou.nz

"Stopped by on a Friday without a reservation and managed to get a table after a bit of a wait with drinks. We opted to eat at the counter instead of..."

Benedict Uy

"Went for dinner on a Wednesday night around 6pm. We had booked thurs/Friday the week before and already they could only secure our table for an hour,..."

Riddhi

"The restaurant is very stylish and has a great feel to. This place is always full which is a great sign. The food here is incredible, have yet to..."

Arlette Goldsbury

"Had wonderful dinner at there. Everything was nice except i wasn’t quite full after the meal lol recommend side dishes when you order. ..."

Cookie Dough

"This place is absolutely gorgeous, in an understated, elegant kind of way :)They only do bookings for half of the restaurant, so by the..."

Michelle Ma Belle

"This place is does not disappoint. I’ve been here for a few dinners and the food has always been incredible. I know when you go to Amano you have..."

Marnelli

"Amano has the best atmosphere in any restaurant in Auckland. We loved the food, though the cocktails and staff left a little to be desired. We would..."

Christopher Pearce

"Tried Amano for the first time last night- what an experience. Incredible ambience, excellent, excellent service (truly outstanding) and delicious..."

Elizabethjansenvanrensb96

"Been here twice for dinner. Attentive service. A nice open setting - both times I was seated at the high table that is right opposite the kitchen so..."

Golden

"Coffee is Great, food excellent, and the staff lovely. Great place with wonderful ambience. Recommended for lunch or dinner or just a quick coffee..."

DC

"Amano is in a beautifully open space with vintage decor with varied seating (table, by bar) available. The dishes are of good portions, cleanly..."

Matadors

"The food here is impeccable, excellent food and excellent service but I must say the big bald chef is definitely the main attraction. What a hottie..."

Lola

"We came here for breakfast and OMG what an awesome experience!!! Such a cool building! Friendly staff😊 Beautiful coffee. They make everything on..."

Steaksammie

"One of the best place in the city. We ordered octopus and kitchen. Sooo yummy!! The chocolate desert is also tasty. The best is the service...."

LI Jiao

"Went here for anniversary and the food was amazing. I ordered a Angus steak in rare and it was amazing. I loved it and it stunned me with the flavors..."

Anriena Zen

"All four of us had a fantastic meal at Amano. Very friendly and attentive staff from the moment we walked in until we left. Excellent value for..."

Egon Ronnie

"Great service, great ambience and decor, great food. They have a great seasonal menu, I had the tomato, basil and ricotta handkerchief pasta and it..."

Petra

"Loved the food here. Everything was cooked to absolute perfection. The spaghetti was tasty and the pasta was nicely cooked through. The steak was..."

I_like_pickles

"Took one of my best friends to an unplanned birthday dinner at Amano and I am glad we did! Outstanding service with outstanding food. Staff were..."

Linlin

"Been here for the New year dinner with my co-workers. A good vibe in the heart of the city. To be honest, I'm not a fan of European cuisine but this..."

The. GIANT. Eater

"Ambience and food is perfect, they have super friendly staffs too! Went there for my birthday celebration, the night was great! On a side note, the..."

Hallie Low

"I had lunch here for the first time today and I am overall very impressed with the place. I love the interior and the food is delicious! I ordered a..."

💓 K

"I’m really enjoy their opening kitchen and vintage decoration which allow clients clearly seeIng how their food be completed. They fully use any..."

Yafenxu123

"Major Fan. Major.Baby-cake free night so we legged it to somewhere we knew would feel classy, adult and serve amazing food that we could..."

Mrs Puddingcake

"A busy weekday evening where the generosity of additional seating at the bar and kitchen catered for those extra diners who enjoy this atmosphere...."

Maree Brogden

"Best pasta in Auckland! Entree were great and cocktails were yummy. Loved the ambience and fit out. Service was also good. Will definitely come..."

Tashee

"Amano is officially my favourite restaurant! The interior design is beautiful and makes it a great place for romantic dates. Each time I've been..."

Heartshrooms

"A business lunch on a very hot day. Amano was 90% full and the air con was straining. Impeccable service loads of free sparkling water and we were..."

Fred Ade

"Deliciously Satisfying. Craving for more. After a successful start to our January housing market. We decided to celebrate this evening...."

Tony Ma

"Ambience is what we instantly fell in love with as soon as we entered the restaurant. Great service and the food totally lived up to our..."

Pooja Pamula

"This was on the list for a long time and we finally managed to get a reservation for Wednesday. Amano is more accommodating than it seems in the..."

Ruchita Choukar

"Walked past last night wondering where we were going to get dinner at 10pm and got greeted by a big smile and a very friendly man. Through the whole..."

KJ Johnson

"I must say Amano fully deserves its high rating,Came for lunch and was definitely not disappointed. We were promptly and civilly greeted..."

Linda Lin

"Came here for New Year's day lunch. What a great way to start my food adventure for 2018. Food was scrumptious and the service was excellent. It's a..."

Liza Cosme

"Really good mains, we had the slow cooked pork and and the handkerchief pasta. The entree was okay and the sorbet was decent. Extremely fast service..."

Barney Rathnayaka

"Amazing place, one of my best meals in Auckland.From entre to dessert, everything was great. My main was pasta filled with lobster,..."

Diogo Reck

"Truly amazing!Took my parents out for dinner, as my mother was requesting Italian food. We were seated at a high table among some lovely..."

Jihye Kang

"Judging by its high rating, is Amano a restaurant every foodie in Auckland should visit? Let's find out. It was 11:10. I had chicken liver with..."

STRADS

"The decoration is superb. Nice staff. We had a Xmas meeting here and the vibe was so awesome. This place probably has the most impressive bathroom..."

Quinn Mai

"This place has an amazing interior design- super old school yet also classy and simple at the same time. The staff are extremely help and friendly...."

Aimee.

"Very happening brunch spot on a Sunday morning. We strolled by and decided to pop in for a try. The bakery pastry counter was filled with delicious..."

David Hewitt

"The food was awesome, and nice presentation, just the drink, not my type of flavor, too salty for me. I have recommended many friends to come here,..."

Stella

"Came here for our anniversary dinner. Had a very nice and elegant vibe inside. Ordered a chicken liver patê and ceviche for entrée...."

Queena

"We came to Amano for the bakery and whilst we ate our desserts we had a glimpse at the restaurant. The decor is what drew us in first, it was rustic..."

Dxlche

"There were 3 of us who made an impromptu visit to Amano, after an exhausting meeting, feeling thirsty & quite famished. Two of us have visited Amano..."

Shirley Swan

"The atmosphere and food here is simply incredible. Best coffee in Auckland and the interior is beautiful. We had pasta for mains I had the crayfish..."

Alexandria Norgate

"Amano has well and truly positioned itself among Auckland's best restaurants and for good reason. It continues to perform, and the service is..."

Kate DEatz

"Came here on a Monday afternoon at a awkward 4pm as a celebratory meal after our assignment. The interior is absolutely breathtaking; the..."

Oksana Zhang

"The chicken liver was a breath of fresh air. Such a beautiful blend of flavours and texture. A must try for food lovers!! Bucatini pasta was lovely..."

Bambi

"My overall rating: Food of happinessMy partners rating: perfect, found a real Italian restaurant now!Service: great! The night was..."

Angela Reys

"Nicest staff i've ever met.I come here for coffee and lunch all the time, Love the decoration. Staff are always friendly and..."

Tom T. Kelly

"Came here for my birthday dinner! The service was excellent and our waiter was very friendly and good to talk to. I had the gnocchi which was very..."

Angela

"Loved it! Service was great and the charred octopus was so tender!! My friend had the gnocchi and they were like little pillows in your mouth! Our..."

Lily Kang

"Amano is beautiful place to go to with friends or professional meeting . It’s always been a great experience. Staff extremely friendly & calm .love..."

Amy Brar

"We had a lingering lunch during the week. Everyone really enjoyed both the food and wine selections. Between us we tried the char grilled..."

Gail Pollard

"Amano is a beautiful place to hang out and have a few drinks. The ambiance is quite clever, use of aged mirrors and the decor makes you feel like..."

Penelope Chua

"Isn't this place just AWESOME!? I had their smoked warehou pate with sourdough and it was amazing followed by custard with apple and oats. Loved it...."

Deepinder Bahia

"This place was still packed at 9:00, so it’s better to make a reservation instead of just walk in. My girlfriend and I ordered Paccheri, Spaghetti,..."

Clarence Zhang

"Amano is popular for a reason. The whole ambience of the place screams fancy and romantic. Service is always great every time I visit. They have an..."

Linh 💛

"Great atmosphere, layout and serviceAlways have the crayfish tortello and scampi chitarra; both amazingly rich and slightly..."

FoodiePhysician

"A great venue for lunch - plenty of hustle and bustle but impeccable service. The kingfish crodo was a highlight as was the chilli kahawhai. We..."

Sailesh Budhia

"The crayfish tortellini lived up to my expectations and is definitely worth trying - although I did find the pasta portions to be small for the..."

Zainab

"There was quite a bit of a wait to get a table but it was definitely well worth the wait. Customer service was great, food was amazing and the..."

Lila Beth

"Enjoyed the set up / ambiance of this place it was a really nice choice for a late night dinner. The service was on point with attentive staff. The..."

TP

"Had lunch with a friend here Monday as we were craving pasta. She had the ricotta and yolk raviolo, which was very pretty to look at; she was happy..."

AucklandEater

"Came here with a friend today. It was very busy even though we came on a Thursday and it was raining outside. Servers were really nice and attentive..."

Xuening Dang

"Had seen this place during the day and noticed it had a steady flow of customers so thought to give it a try for dinner.My partner and I were..."

Benjamin Flintoft

"Amano is simply stunning and perfect for every occasion. The restaurant itself is beautiful and the staff are attentive and friendly.I have..."

Nikki Lockwood

"When I go to what I call "Hyped-Up" restaurants, I try to go with lower than high expectations. It's Auckland on a wet and cold Friday lunch time -..."

Nummynum

"Dined here Saturday night for a bday celebration (ps u need to book at least 3 weeks in advance!) first impression ambiance was lovely and very..."

Nathalie

"One of my fav britomart restaurants. Pretty, friendly and delicious. Came here 3 times in one month thats how much i like it here :) if ur wanting..."

Emily

"Awesome place with great food and service!The atmosphere and setting is so relaxing, it's amazing. Huge selection of fine foods served to..."

Chelsea Vuong

"Everything incredible from food to drinks to decor but the staff around was a bit of let down (no greetings or smiles ,no one explained the menu and..."

RsheNZ

"I thoroughly enjoyed my first time at Amano last night. In addition to friendly service and an upmarket vibe, they do an excellent job of beautifully..."

Raymond Tiong

"The vibe is good very good services. Offered a convenient and quiet area to sit because of the baby. Food was delicious except there were some egg..."

SMINT400

"Love Amano! From its baked goods to the actual sit down menu food, everything here is great!For dinner we tried the Carpaccio,..."

Wapatino

"Loved everything! From ambience to service and definitely the food! From handmade pasta, to seafood selection and side options... Nothing to fault...."

AppetiteBliss

"I have been wanting to try this place for a while after hearing all the raves about it. It definitely lived up to the hype...."

Mona Krsteva

"The place was still busy when we arrive about 8:30 so definitely pay to book in advance. The restaurant was beautiful with a good balance of old and..."

Christian

"A dinner so good that no photos of the food was taken (minus one). As a table of four we ordered plates to share, the menu changes everyday depending..."

Lisa Reynolds

"Amazing food Service averagePrice on high side but justifies.Great decorFinally made to this place and i absolutely loved it we..."

Bhansal Boy

"Amazing food-worth the wait! They only take 50% reservations so simply go early and put your name on the list.They have shared table..."

Jaffa

"Came here on a Friday night, place was packed and you definitely, 110% need to book a table in this place in advance. We were told there was about an..."

Samantha Young

"Amano take reservations for half the restaurant each night but after attempts on several days we decided to turn up and wait for a table. The..."

Gus

"We have eaten here for breakfast, lunch & dinner.From the breakfast menu we have tried the frittata, prosciutto, pork shoulder & bran loaf. They..."

The Food Reviewers.

"Finally a Place that does tasty food and not more plate than food. Ordered Brussell Sprouts Dish and Roast Potatoe dish. Such a large..."

Coz I Can

"can't fault the food, had the gnocchi and flounder and carpaccio, both spectacular, perfect and absolutely faultless. not just hype but delivers the..."

Whiskyncigars

"If you are anything like me and love fresh pasta and seafood cooked to perfection then you will love Amano.I have noticed the pasta a few times..."

Miss Kiki

"I absolutely love the fit out here! The place was bustling and there were just two of us so we sat at the bar. We had a perfect view of the pasta..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"I am on the fence about Amano - well, both legs over but my derriere is lingering on the edge.Edibles: The fish crudo was very..."

Anh Doe

"Popped in here today for the first time to catchup with a friend for coffee. I was impressed!It's light, roomy and very inviting. You almost..."

Chai Paani

"If I could name one of my favourite restaurants this would be it! One of the waiters there (Jono) is particularly amazing- he always gives me a big..."

S&G Take Auckland

"Britomart is becoming the epicentre of Auckland's gastronomic venture and Tyler Street one of it's main players.One of it's latest..."

Two Dark Coffees

"I visited Amano on the weekend with a group of friends (about 10 or so). They were very accommodating and the service was wonderful. This is a..."

J.T547

"Another fantastic offering from The Hip Group - each restaurant or cafe a little different which gives good variety.It's a busy place so..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Amazing food at Amano with a rustic, European feel to it and an Italian inspired menu. Super busy, I definately recommend booking a table..."

Charlene Weaver

"Made it to Metro's Top 50 restaurant. And really impressed by the overall presentation. From the interiors, food service and the menu was absolutely..."

LilMSunshine

"I went here on Friday night, I was trying to get reservation in the morning but it's fully booked and tried to walked in, we wait for around..."

Anastasia Kadir

"My work team and I visited Amano for breakfast - it's located in the hip and happening Britomart Precinct, and like all other restaurants in the..."

Daniel Kinnoch

"Outstanding service and ambience. Food was good, fresh and flavoursome. I had the egg noodles with scampi, tasty flavours but small..."

Ronald Blunt

"I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who is not in a hurry to go anywhere because the other day my friend and I really needed to go somewhere..."

Lilyroselondon

"I went to Amano with some friends for dinner and had high expectations that were let down slightly. The service was average with wait staff not being..."

Philip Doyle

"Amazing space, rustic but classy. The bathrooms had cloth hand towels which was a nice touch. The service was amazing, everyone was super helpful and..."

Jasveen Kaur

"Love Amano! This is my favourite restaurant at the moment, the food is delicious, the decor is beautiful and service is great too. I love Italian..."

Nicole Jana

"I have nothing to say because it's delicious. Love their dishes! Just go! 😁 and eat and enjoy the food Staff is very welcoming and..."

Michelle Chua

"WOW! Everything I hoped it to be and more. We arrived with no booking just before the rush and was happy to get a table for two. Complimentary breads..."

Hannh Peters

"I absolutely adore coming here! Third time coming back in a short period of time because I just can't get enough of this place. I had a special..."

Majingi

"Honestly loving the decor and vibe to this place! It's bare ceilings with beautifully hung dried flowers. Classy! We were sat by the bar in..."

ShoRt

"I like this new restaurant in britomart, fresh food good service a great addition to the hip group. We had the crudo with was so good, Straciatella ,..."

Gaetano

"The latest and most inspiring new restaurant in the Britomart precinct! With it's beautiful decor and inviting charm, this place simply entices you..."

Frank

"So after eating in Melbourne and Sydney, there was no motivation to go out to eat anywhere in Auckland. Food is just so so much better over there..."

Melissa

"Ordered one wagyu stake and one grilled whole mackerel as my dinner meal. Both were served with pretty looking and wonderful taste. The waiter forgot..."

Michelle Hwang

"Great restaurant with fresh food and a wholesome cooking style. Although we ate till we were full, the meal itself felt light and not a tad..."

Ffionachua

"Like like👍Great serviceGreat foodGreat interior and atmosphere..."

JungYun Lee

"Undeniably stylish and sophisticated, we entered the restaurant and were blown away by the lush yet cozy ambiance. Terrazzo marble, rustic wood,..."

Sophia

"Decided to try out the new Hip group restaurant having eagerly anticipated it's opening for at least 18 months. As always, their fit out is amazing..."

Bridgee

"I'm abit confused about writing a review on here as we came here for lunch yet on zomato it says it's closed with the hours being 7am-12midday..."

Donna&Shane

"Visited for dinner tonight (22/10/16), a week since opening and can say I am impressed.We arrived around 6pm, as walk ins as we weren't..."

Jemimah

"One of the nicest restaurants I've been to in a long time...stunningly stylish fitout in a fantastic location, the staff were lovely and attentive to..."

stu b

"I only stopped for a quick breakfast before a flight but the cinnamon bun I had was immense and the espresso was good quality too. Helpful service..."

Alastair Jones

"We had breakfast in a very nice atmosphere on a Sunday morning. They have an original take Avocado toasts adding almonds and seeds. Eggs were very..."

Andrea Massimo De Angelis

"The food was well-prepared and flavorful, especially their burrata which is my all-time favorite. The quality of the food has always been good and..."

Samantha Lee

"This is the prettiest place I’ve been to so far. With aesop soap & hand cream in the bathrooms, marble bar tops and delicious noodles, it was a..."

apas

"Extremely satisfied with our meal, 10/10! -Steak was perfectly cooked, very soft and juicy, and the sauce is perfect too! -Coffee was good too,..."

Tan Qi Zhi (Tomo)

"I usually have a coffee and a lemon tart to take away from Amano, and today I had first dining experience there. Food was so good, oysters were so..."

Cathy Walshe

"Very nice food, as always, cooked well and high quality, staff were great and very helpful. It was a bit loud, which made it quite hard to have a..."

Finn Theodore

"Delicious food but slow service. Could have been because they were busy. For starter I had straciatella with asparagus and almond which was..."

Dalia Gala

"Pretty place, great vibes and service from the staff. We were lucky to get a table within 15 minutes during dinner time even thou we had no..."

Saranya A

"Nice place: Beautiful interior design & a good atmosphere. Friendly waiters that refill your water every few minutes. Food is beautifully served and..."

Helene Sophia

"This was a delicious place to visit for a tasty work lunch. Attentive service, not too loud and great food. Will definitely be..."

E Lee

"Delicious little coffee and breakfast spot right on the north shore bay. Nice views, better food and cheerful pleasant staff. The ambiance is neat,..."

Nick Smith

"We came to this restaurant Bc it was recommended by the 36 h piece in the New York Times and it lived up to the recommendation! Definitely order the..."

Kassandra Solsrud

"Amazing, the decor is so beautiful and the vibe is just right. Service is 10/10, such friendly and personable staff, always filling up your water (a..."

Sarah K

"Excellent, high quality food with service to match in chic setting with a very chill vibe...."

Joy Schaefer

"As someone who has been disappointed with Italian restaurants lately, I decided to give Amano a try, and I must say it exceeded my expectations. In a..."

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