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Sam Woo Vietnamese Cafe
86/100 (1814 ratings)
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"The best cheap eats when after big tasty comfort food portions in a casual food hall kinda vibe. Been a regular for years and my go to is always the..."
Kiki
"First time visit this place, ordered their spring rolls and Special beef rice noodle. They both are really delicious! They put a very decent amount..."
Christine H
"We decided to deviate from our fav pho place and try Sam's place. We ordered deep fried spring rolls, chefs special which is the rice dish and we..."
Sophie Wang
"First time dining in Otahuhu, the place wasn’t too busy and it was very spacious. A decent and clean place for lunch. Menu was intense lots to..."
Nathalie
"It's our local so we come here often and are always happy with food and service. A number of times we've turned up in a small group with no prior..."
Seni. O
"Best beef pho I’ve had, the broth was good and had lots of flavour & the food came out quick & the springrolls was cheap which was 3 for $5...."
Foodloverakl
"Lovely place to dine in with a large group or by yourself. thoroughly enjoyed the spring rolls and well done meat soup. Great prices and awesome..."
Jen Matautia
"I have been coming here for years & the food is always consistent and yum. Most times unless it's very busy (e.g. mothers day) the food is brought..."
Courtney Ann
"Best Vietnamese place around - there are a few other Vietnamese places around Otahuhu but this is probably the best in terms of price $. Most mains..."
N Song
"Food was great and has a decent size per serving. The restaurant is spacious but it's hard to find parking esp during busy hours. We ordered pho,..."
Yprilg
"We had a large group of people having dinner here for the first time. The setting appeared average but the food and service made up for it. The..."
Vanessa Gao
"Awesome service and a popular place with really good food. Food was fresh and tasty and delicious. Very reasonably priced with generous amounts of..."
Amit Tripuraneni
"One word.... Daymmmm! I cannot fault this restaurants food if i tried. Not just the fact of big portions but taste authentic and delicious! Price is..."
Albert Fu
"They are always busy, especially during weekends lunch time. You will hardly to find a space unless wait. But you can taste ‘real’ Vietnamese..."
Siusiu Tong
"Been here a few times.. really enjoy the food.. don’t like being seated in the big window area.. gets too hot on sunny days! Service is average....."
Mo Holloway
"Ive seen too many posts of people enjoying their big feeds here so I went in with my friends to enjoy the same experience lol. Overall what I enjoyed..."
Vinny
"Relatively generous portions and taste good too. We three have to share one pork on rice as portion is so big and one person couldn't wash it down...."
Rachel Liew
"Hearty place to have a good feed. Frequently come out of this place with a full belly.Usually we have the spicy squid.Coating is thin enough to make..."
Jho Meets Food
"Been dining here for years and you get the same taste every time. Thanks Boss for always looking out for me and my family each time I come through...."
Mel Monovai Arai
"Cheap and cheerful and everything comes in HUGE portions! I love their vermicelli noodle salad and have tried the grilled chicken, pork and pork..."
Annie Ren
"Tried this place for the first time. Had the spring rolls which were tasty and crisp. BBQ pork on rice was yum (tad dry). Rare beef pho was tasty and..."
Greg Koia
"OMG! Love this place.Came here after seeing reviews on zomato and wasn't disappointed.We ordered crispy squid which is fried in a..."
Wairaka Mason
"I am startled and stoked about the size of dishes (home-cooked size only get to see during Chinese new year, if you come from southeast lol) in..."
Vivienne_Moo
"Took my parents here for the first time, Customer service was slow waiting Up to 30 mins then our order was taken but other than that, the food was..."
Samlelasmith
"This is a great Vietnamese restaurant that I know in Auckland. The taste is exactly same with typical Vietnamese taste. I tried Bun bo in lots of..."
Katherine Mai Ngo
"Regular dining spot when looking at getting a good quick dinner fix. Service is fairly quick, staff are very attentive. Dining area spacious whether..."
Kai Mai
"OMG heard about this place from a family member and i must say Samwoo Vietnamese Cafe is the best Vietnamese food i have had here in New Zealand..."
DeejandDarnell-James Ransfield
"Legendary stir fry beef and noodles with side order of spring rolls never disappoints. One of if not the best Vietnamese restaurants out there...."
George Browne
"Absolutely love Sam Woo! Visited Auckland and went back 2 nights in a row. Food is affordable, portions are large and the food is tasty! Only..."
Grace
"Great place to eat Vietnamese looks a bit old and run down but the food is A+ Vietnamese spring rolls,Deep fried squid,Bbq pork fried rice,chicken..."
Lee Larkin-Reti
"Samwoos is definitely a go to. Nice taste of vietnamese food from the entrees to the soups and salads. My favourite thing to get is definitely the..."
Laz Irie Tiare Tyla
"WOW ! Best Vietnamese restaurant by farrrrrrr. It's not set out like a flash place, which is just my avenue as I love to go out and eat rather than..."
Mana Katsukawa Otimi
"🆗 - Good eatery place. Book before hand!! Place is busy. Good food. Reccomend the spicy salt chicken & Spicy salt Ribs - Must have &..."
K3Krone
"One of the tried and true places Kai Mai & I will always return to if I can be bothered to drive out to otahuhu.Parking can be a little..."
Kay Vea
"Awesome service top notch food. Every thing we ordered had incredible flavours an just melted in your mouth. Has to be the best Vietnamese we have..."
Trent
"I do like the food here but not the best Asian food in Auckland. Nice cheap food and large portions! Also very accommodating as I like my food spicy,..."
Shoulyn Singh
"Have been told about this place, often, so decided to take my parents there and it definitely lived up to its reputation. The food was amazing,..."
Jasmine
"We love this place.. our favorite dishes on the menu are..1/2 Roast duckPrawn fried riceFresh pork n shrimp rollsJackfruit..."
Belah Taipari
"The menu is huge. Everything I've tried has been good and big portions. I like the plum sauce spare ribs. Try the smoothies, jackfruit is the best...."
Julia Gulia
"The restaurant serves one of the best & cheapest Vietnamese food in Auckland. And their portions are very generous too. My most favourite dish..."
Daopeksou
"Whilst most people come here to have lunch/dinner, I come here just to have the deep fried ice-cream. I love that they use French Vanilla Ice cream...."
Miura Elikana
"in love with the spring rolls my fave every time i come here have to have them with the sauce! love all the food including the deep fried ice cream,..."
Puti Morehu
"Its well known for its affordable prices and a crowd favorite in south auckland. Food there is good but can be better. Overall good friendly..."
Tien Pham
"As this place was highly recommended by friends, we decided to give it a shot.Good flavourful pho, not to heavily spiced, with a generous..."
Charmaine
"Our favourite dishes atm are spicy salty spare rib and spicy salty chicken. Both are deep fried and come on shredded cabbage chilli salad with a yum..."
Kaoseumu
"This place is awesome, not too flash but the food is great in proportion and price. Pics next time I go again. Vietnamese spring rolls are me..."
LoveFoodWithApassion🥗🍸 (Ngata)
"I have dined here a few times as its in the metro top 50 cheap eats. It can be a very busy place but still you don't really have to wait that long..."
Vusu
"Sam woo is my go to restaurant. I am always craving the spring rolls from here and I have recommended this place to so many people. I love that the..."
Karo
"We went in for a late lunch on a Sunday afternoon. The place is really simple and basic but very clean. They have a huge place so should be able to..."
Alana
"Best place in Otahuhu - Affordable & delicious.Must try their deep fried ice cream :) *caution: has walnut topping* However,..."
The Average Person
"If you've lived around otahuhu clearly you will well in doubt know this place. Samwoo's been around for ages and well it doesnt get old. Still feels..."
Abc
"Good cheap yummy food, decor is a bit dated but I don't mind at all parking can be a problem but that's because it is so popular :) food is..."
Shirley
"Love this place so cheap but the service is not great we waited an hour for a table and when we were finally seated it took a further 30 minutes to..."
Elena Olive Fanene
"Nothing fancy about Sam Woo, just affordable good food every time. I think most of us can agree the squid and the spring rolls are just a staple for..."
Nia Tupouniua
"Been coming here since I cant remember when with my family. Lovely staff, fantastic food, open space, modest. It's extremely cheap and very high..."
Tay
"We like this place the only reason we don't come more often is the problem getting a carpark when it's busy. Today we came for pho and once again..."
Kerryj
"Authentic, delicious and affordable! The pho here is the best I have had all over Auckland with its slightly chewy noodles, flavourful soup..."
Winnie Luo
"We went here for a family catch up. Food was delicious but the dish that stood out he most definitely the spicy squid. I don't know what all the hype..."
Maria Hall
"Great Vietnamese restaurant in Otahuhu. Prices are very affordable. The building and decor is a bit dated. Definitely the place to go if you're..."
James T. Raukete
"Food here is super affordable, place looks really dated and food did not ml have much flavour for my taste. Would recommend coming here if your in..."
Ryan Wong
"This joint aint too bad. First time dining here yesterday. I was warned not to order too much incase i cant finish it... but they do have doggy bags...."
Zaq Frances
"One of the big three Otahu Vietnam restaurants i like after Try it Out, this one has the best of both Chinese and Vietnamese cuisines. Their dishes..."
Diner8Here
"The place has upgraded since our last visit years ago. Major improvement. Last time we were here we weren't too stoked with the food we had. The..."
Trish H2
"Affordable price and the food was amazing!!! We didn't have to wait long for the food that we ordered and we had them hot and the food kept coming...."
Siu Kauvaka
"Samwoo Vietnamese restaurant provides an extensive range of food as listed on the menu. Prise wise, dishes are very affordable. I would..."
Mat
"Always come here for the spring rolls that never EVER dissapoint!! Service is super fast as. Always order a lychee smoothie as well which is only..."
Taylor Nemaia
"Dishes taste authentic with fast and friendly service. Ive heard a lot of good recommendations about this place and it certainly has lived up to its..."
L G
"Not the fanciest of places, but Samwoo offer a very large menu with great options. Food is priced between $10-15 a plate which are all generous..."
Jam Taylor
"Good cheap eats! It's not a fancy place but it has a very big space and is clean.Food wise, it wasn't the best pho - beef was overcooked...."
ShoRt
"Had been passing this place for 17 years so finally this year I decided to give it a try. Best homemade fresh cheap eats in Auckland. Sam Woo opened..."
Leila Khan
"Again, it's not so pretty, but the food here @ SWVC is worth seeing past the fact that it's not the trendiest pl by far to be eating in. All the..."
Vitale Eti
"Food is great, Decor is average and the staff are slightly less than friendly but the food is cheap, tasty and quick. Soups are all around $10 and..."
Zara Alexzandra Young
"Great cheap place to go to catch up with friends. Always a busy environment and parking is sometimes hard to come by. But the food always comes out..."
Laura And Peli
"My partner and I decided out of the blue to try Sam Woos cafe. We have been living in this area for approx 10 years and have always drove past this..."
Nia T
"I had the beef pho ($9), spring rolls ($4), and longan milkshake ($3.50). Service was very quick as I was there at the end of the 2pm lunch rush...."
Stango
"Chicken rice noodle soup was watery and flavourless . I did however enjoy the deep fried spring rolls, they tasted great and were served hot with an..."
MS MNC
"First off, don't come here if you want a 5 star dining environment. It's an old car yard that hasn't changed it's decor since it opened 30 odd years..."
Ruby Care
"Samwoo is an amazing place to get pho on a cold day. You can actually taste their deep fried springroll fillings ! And their pho broth..."
Aniva Huang
"Delicious, my mother, best friend and myself very much enjoyed everything we ate. From spring rolls, fried rice, prawns and a whole bunch of other..."
Lazania K. Wihongi
"Tasty and quick meals. Between two of us, we ordered Spring Rolls, Combo Fried Rice, Combo vermicelli, Salt and Pepper prawns. All were..."
Bobby Anderson
"Food was on point - big servings and hot food 😃😃 loved the spring rolls as usual worth revisiting and affordable food monies worth alryt...."
Rosemary
"Despite its dodgy decor and lack of car parks, this place serves some pretty amazing food. Large portions, full of flavour and reasonable..."
Marcella
"Price 4/5Food 4/5Service 3.5/5Atmosphere 3.5/5Popular Vietnam restaurant in otahuhuRecommend grilled chickenAwesome. ..."
Renor Kay
"Sam Woos never fails me. I love there food. We always order alot when we go there and is fairly priced. Spring rolls, fried rice, steak chowmein, egg..."
Marina Harding
"The best Chinese , fast service and yummy food . Recommend the BBQ pork fried rice , fried squid , and the spicy salt chicken is..."
Kirstie
"Love how fast this place is and love the fact that you can BYO very ideal for bigger family's, first time I went was with just my boyf and I, second..."
Tee
"Great food, great service. Meals were always hot and received in a reasonable time. Comfortable space but the flashes decor. Parking could be a..."
Q TeA
"I Love Sam Woo's Spring Rolls and Fried wontons are so yum, Duck on rice is one of the best and at prices are great. I will deffinately be sharing..."
Shandy Moke
"My Dad has been taking me here for 20 years now and it's such a yummy place to eat at and very cheap. Always order the spring rolls and wonton egg..."
Keri
"Yummy have dined here for last 3 years & love the food. Spring rolls are delicious, spicy squid yum, love the deep fried ice cream, my children..."
Kylie Wirepa
"Yummy cheap food that the whole family enjoyed, food came really quickly, drinks are great too. Will definitely go..."
Matire Harwood
"I'm soo in love with the blumsauce spare ribs!!! yumyumyumi :) Spring rolls as well, and spicy pawns. Love it :D Keep up the good..."
Mere
"The size of the Samwoo dishes are amazingly large, the portions are great and the flavours are above average. I ordered 4-6 tall large glasses of..."
Yum
"I've been going to sam woos for almost 3 years now. The food is cheap and tastes great. The service isn't too bad either. Definitely recommend..."
Anu Sonya Devi
"Amazing food, in love with the spring rolls!Staff were reasonably good..."
Jacquelin McGarrie
"We have been going to Samwoos for over 20 years and still go back for more. Sure the decor is pretty basic but its clean and the food excellent. ..."
Carol Smith
"yummy spring rolls are the..."
Kristiana Taia
"I was introduced to this place by a friend they do need to upgrade but apart from that their food and quick service is superb I didn't like their..."
Lynelle
"LOVE THIS PLACE, food is fresh, spring rolls are a must.. Try to go here once a week as it is very affordable for the whole family....."
...UNIQUE...
"On special occasions or group bookings, Sam Woo knows how to please a lot of people with fresh and tasty Vietnamese food. Mini spring rolls are a..."
Sharon Lee-tongatama
"Am a regular here for the last 2years. The food is lovely and reasonably priced. If you don't mind the not-too-flash surroundings but want yummy..."
Junita Liufalani
"Been eating here since I was a little girl and my old man would order whole ducks and king garlic prawns for my birthday! They're primo, very..."
Sammy Banks
"This is one of the best restaurants around!The food is amazing!! I was intoduced to this place 4 years ago and am a regular there!...decor isnt..."
Jayandpete
"First time here. Came from West to check this place out. Very nice food. No complaints, good service. Awesome enviroment. Will be back to dine..."
Sio Sale Leo
"I haven't been here for years and was able to come by since I was in the area. They do have a parking area but I ended up just parking on the street...."
Benedict Uy
"Been here a few times & always loving the authentic pho noodle soup we order from Samwoo Vietnamese Cafe! They cater for large groups or a table for..."
Pat Sea
"Great food, fast efficient service. The staff are very very friendly and the guy that was walking around (maybe the boss/manager?) was awesome! He..."
Tyndale Fiso
"Not the most modern place but certainly one of the best in..."
Marina Wetere
"Amazing food, high quality service. Will definitely visit again. Thank you so much Samwoo staff for the wonderful food. The spring rolls never fail..."
Melenaite Tohi
"First time here. Great range, very tasty. No frills quality food - dine in or..."
Jase Aff
"Parking is a little strange, customer service is average but is better then try it out for sure, pricing is very good and affordable for its portion,..."
Johnny Chao
"Good service. Tasty dishes. Quick dish preparation. Not enough parking. Menu needs to be updated with more pictures..."
Joseph Shin
"Love Sam Woos. Our family have been frequent visitors for over 20years. Our go to's are Spicy squid, Satay chicken, spring rolls, salted steam..."
Atawhai Dudley
"Nice family friendly and comfortable Vietnamese restaurant. Decent flavours and decent portions. Wonton rice noodle soup + Beef chow mein/chow fun..."
Jina Kim
"Another one of our go to’s! For amount of food & price, definitely worth it for groups!! Recommend the fried squid, spicy squid, raw beef salad and..."
Dallas Fa'amatuainu
"Experience a different kind of eating, this place has you cooking your own food at your table, you will be supplied a oven with a hotpot with an..."
AhFook kids
"They don't proclaim to be a fancy restaurant and it's not by far, but the food and drinks are damn..."
Leonard Treloar
"Been a few years since we last came. Service was amazingly fast. Food was still excellent and cost..."
Albert Maynard
"Solid place. Heaps of food portions, quick, spacious. Parking can be a bit tricky. Thank you..."
Joseph Kim
"Very casual but delicious and big..."
M B
Eden Noodles Cafe
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"If your looking for a fancy restaurant with a clean environment and good service this is not the place! But if you want to experience the real..."
Aucklandfoodie
"BEST DUMPLINGS IN AUCKLAND! I am obsessed. The fried rice is incredible too - it’s really hard to live up to. I love trying each of the different..."
Marnie
"The food was absolutely amazing in this small but very popular restaurant with fast service. Highly..."
Dini
"First time here & I ordered the noodle bowl with beef strips and pork and chives dumplings in spicy sauce both items with medium heat, & let me say..."
Foodloverakl
"Love eden noodles!! So cheap and affordable and great if you want something quick and easy on the way into the city, i get the mild pork and chive..."
Mahalya
"I love this place! Food is great but I wish the place was bigger, it gets a bit crowded...."
Koyal Lal
"Finally got to try this place out after reading all the hype about this place and to be honest it was kind of average. The noodles weren't..."
Linda Lin
"I'm a regular here and brought my mum one time to show her. She chatted to some of the staff and they told her 'we like your son' and gave her one of..."
Tom M
"The dumplings here are some of the best in Auckland and I don't say that lightly. Having tried numerous dominion road dumpling dives, I find myself..."
Amindha Fernando
"Been coming here for a few years, it's great to see them expanding. The food is fresh and the staff is..."
Saulter Cailen
"Even though the place is small, it still feels convenient. With all these, their price is nothing! It’s worth the..."
Britton Chan
"The best Sichuan noodle place in Auckland! My favorite has always been their pork mince dry noodle with pickled cabbage. Their pork and chives spicy..."
Teresa Kaori
"if you are into noodles...must try this place. Not the best customer service but still worth..."
Sean Cameron
"Delicious cheap eats! It gets super busy so pays to time your visit but if you’re happy to wait it’s worth it.Mainly focused on spicy food..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"Best wontons and noodles in NZ. Strongly recommend dry spicy pepper wontons and Sichuan style noodles with special sauce. Their hand cut noodles are..."
Monica A
"I go here weekly to get my noodle fix 🍜 the dan dan noodle with chopped noodles is my go to dish, and the dumplings are amazing as..."
Bhagved Singh
"Very tasty spicy food. Had the seafood soup which was delicious. Downside was slow to get food and it wasn't the cleanest of restaurants. Pleasant..."
Paul Frehley
"Wow this was tasty food! Extremely moreish. I went myself and got both noodles and dumplings knowing that it would be far too much - but I couldn't..."
Jonathan Clark
"I've never given 5/5 I guess but this is the BEST MEAL I've had so far in Auckland. The food will blow your mind if you are fond of tangy,..."
Rekha Nevatia
"I only ever get this takeaway, way too noisy to sit in to eat. I would also come here more often if it wasn't so busy, the lines can be ridiculous..."
Ida
"Delicious and..."
Collin Jerome
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YHMO!
"This place is always crowded with Asians and foreigners. Love the noodles and dumplings. The spicy soup is delicious and it is worth the wait...."
Lay Cheng Ho
"Eden Noodles Cafe is a cannot-miss place for anyone who like food, period. Get the Dan Dan Mian with hand-pulled noodles (蛋蛋手拉面) for a..."
Brandon Huang
"Wow this place is amazing! I come usually once a week and drive 30minutes to grab my favourite dumplings.I can never fault this place the..."
Mathew
"Amazing noodles, but beware the shop is really small and definitely lacks ambience. if you don’t mind then it’s worth..."
Hannah Lee
"Must be one of the best cheap eats in Auckland !! Their dumplings ARE AMAZING!! I cannot believe we haven’t tried this place for all these years!!!..."
May Hung
"It is really a small place with just a few tables but usually very busy.  Sometimes there is a long queue.  You need to order and pay at the..."
Tony Wan
"We have been driving by this place for a few years n always see the huge line and finally got the chance to try it . Food was amazing and the price..."
_foodfanatic
"We came here tonight for dinner to check out what the hype was. We had: 1. Braised pork rib rice noodle soup 2. Braised ox tripes noodle..."
Evelyn Chen
"very yummy, always busy, big menu, lots of fun..."
Myles Baars English
"Once you try these dumplings no others will ever compare! I recommend you call ahead and place your order to cut down waiting times and this place is..."
R R
"Love the vegetarian dumplings in spicy sauce! Also a big fan of the cucumber salad. E18 (veg noodles in spicy sauce) is phenomenal. Would definitely..."
Chandni Patel
"Finishing reading Shark Fin and Sichuan Pepper by Fuchsia, I am dying to have a Sichuan meal!! Dan Dan Mian is not bad, but sweeter than those I had..."
Pig Cat
"On my first visit to Eden Noodles I had a cold. My meal was a perfect tonic. Chicken soup with cabbage & plain pork & chive dumplings .absolutely..."
Dolce Far Niente
"Great food but be prepared to wait in line and squeeze between narrow spaces. Dining in this place is not for th faint hearted. But I can see why..."
Dora The Food Explorer
"Wow - the pork and chive spicy dumplings are amazing . I’ve been twice and got the dumplings both times. They are spicy so I only get medium..."
Hayley Merle
"Best dumpling in town! their signature dumpling in spicy sauce is a must try, if you bored with dumplings? go for their wonton, taste super yum!..."
MCP
"This is my go to place for Dan Dan Noodles and spicy/sour dumplings (spicy level: medium).Atmosphere: 2/4You will need to street park...."
MustAsk
"Possibly the most hypes up restaurant on Mt Eden side of Dominion Rd. While the name of restaurant is noodles, i found myself liking their dumplings..."
Foodhunta
"Really great noodles full of flavour even if they were a bit on the spicy side for me. The tasted really unique and my tongue numb because of the..."
Lusyana Wijaya
"I have never tried drugs but I bet this is what cocaine is like because every time i eat their spicy dumplings i end up thinking about it for the..."
Karen Hsu
"Got take always from here the noodles were very nice and the broth was good beware when you get spicy food if you can’t handle spice, I got middle..."
Patrick Oei
"Been wanting to try this place for a while now I was now able to. First bite into that bowl of noddles with some pork mince took me back to China...."
Anaís Almeida
"Excellent food !one of the best corners for authentic Chinese cuisine and dishes are at nominal prices too.If you trying Chinese cuisine for the..."
Vassant Mulye
"Been here a few times. The wait may be around 20 minutes or so depending on the day and time. Our go to is the diced chicken noodle dish and the pork..."
Ronash
"First time here and I really enjoyed hot and spicy noodles and dumpings. The dumplings became one of my favourite Chinese dishes! (Recommend☆) I..."
Jenny
"It was sooooo gooood !! The wontons in chicken soup and the dumplings in chilli pepper sauce are the bomb!!Dumplings and wonton were fresh...."
Iona Rodrigues
"Always our first choice for dumpling, wonton and beef noodles! Have been there more than 10 times. Go early if you want to get a seat, especially non..."
Giraffe
"Checked in about half hour after opening and starting to be filled with diners at this popular noodle joint, i guess they chose this small diner on..."
Diner8Here
"They have got many varieties of authentic Chinese noodles, noodle soups and wontons. Have to wait for some time bcoz of the crowd they have..."
Purnima C Nair
"Eden noodles is so generous with their portions, and another bonus is the cheap prices! This was the second time visiting Eden noodles, and the food..."
Jenny Kim
"The hype is real.Service: 5/10Do not come here for the service.Chinese restaurants tend not to have super good service and this..."
Grace Huang
"My favorite noodle restaurant. Have to give them a higher star rating despite everything except taste was on the lower end of scale. They have a..."
Lucy
"Best dumplings ever. One of the worst service ever too.But the dumplings and noodles are worth.Be careful, sometimes they say the food is..."
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"We had dined in before after queuing for a table. Too much of a mission so we ordered takeaway this time again. The dumplings are pretty much the..."
LiLi Bee
"The second time here because it is usually crowded. Very local taste of Sichuan. Best dumplings and amazing spicy soup. Spent 30 for two with..."
Flun Ci
"Went here to try their famous dumplings and were definitely worth the trip. It’s the sweet and spicy sauce that comes with the dumplings that is..."
Dan Nguyen
"The best dumplings I’ve ever tasted so far. I also like their noodles, very tasteful.The place is just a bit dirty maybe because it’s..."
Kikay_klaudz
"Came here in search of Dan dan noodles but ended up liking their dumplings even more! The dumplings came with a really nice spicy sauce. I'm not a..."
Razelle Icaro
"First time trying Eden Noodles - tried both chicken dishes, the dry noodles & the spicy soup won tons - they were amazing! Great flavor & spice. Will..."
Raksha Krishna
"🌟 This one is definitely my go-to spot for authentic Chinese (Sichuan style) spicy noodles and dumplings. The food there is super..."
Rita Ge
"Went here for the first time today to pick up some dumplings for my wife. A bit of a queue but well worth it. Only critique was that they didny..."
Mayank Gavri
"First time trying Eden Noodles. They finally have a vegan dumpling (10/10) option and wow it's amazing, the wrapper is thin and chewy. While the..."
Food2belly
"Dumplings with chilli and pepper sauce. Outrageous dish with heaps of kick and flavours to shock the pallet. Not the best seating area so I suggest..."
Cormac O'Grady
"Welcome to the holy grail of all noodles. My fav is dan dan hand cut noodles 10/10. Dumplings, always get the medium or large because you’ll be..."
888
"There was a period where the taste of Eden Noodles would be lingering on my taste buds and I would pay a visit about 3 times a week. I’ve tried to..."
Jenny @ga.eats
"Best spicy sauce dumplings in town. Even better than their dandan noodles! mild spicy is already enough for me. Desserts are delicious too. Pretty..."
LuNa The TuNa
"Actually only $22 for two person for a tight budget meal but with spectacular spicy food. Highly recommend sour&spicy noodles serving with..."
Ellen Zhang
"Eden noodles is always a good time! This time we tried three dishes we never tried before - the heart break jelly is delicious and most spicy of the..."
Annie Tong
"Very good food. However, there was one very rude waitress who brought out the incorrect item and when she was asked to bring out the correct dish,..."
EatsALittle
"Come to Eden Noodle Cafe for an authentic Chinese flavour (claim made upon consulting Chinese friends) from the Sichuan province renowned for its..."
Pankaj Kini
"Dumplings in spicy sauce (get it mild if you can't handle much heat) are incredible. Phone ahead so you don't have to wait, its quite smelly inside...."
Gian Carlo Pascual
"I would so come back. Best spicy and sour soup in town. It had the right balance of the two. The dan dan noodles was covered in it's delicious spicy..."
MagEats
"It's a great place to go with friends to experience Sichuan cruise. worth trying at least once, but takeaway is the way to go as it is always..."
Amelia Wheaton
"Been to Eden Noodles over 50 times in my life. If that's not enough:+ Best Noodles in the southern hemisphere (Sichuan sauce dry noodles..."
The Man Who Ate Dominion Rd
"You have to go to Eden noodles if you like anything spicy! There’s so many Chinese noodle/dumpling dishes on the menu to choose from and it’s..."
Dave Black
"Had takeaways from here a couple of times. Dumplings are great and tasty. Only complaint is the waiting but they always super busy so that is..."
Don Sanson
"Small place but always busy with a long queue of people, that’s the sigh to tell you the food is good. I had the pork and chives dumplings in spicy..."
Bella Luv Food
"So good. The food is definitely worth the line (they don't take long to make anyway). Customer service is pretty poor but who cares when the food is..."
Mei Taing
"Best dumplings ever. I always get pork and chive in spicy and sour soup. Ps. Even If you ask for mild, it’s still going to be super spicy..."
Addy
"Not a good dining place because it's small and the line runs out onto the street! But great for takeaways, quick service. Unfortunately not much of a..."
Persian Foodie
"The best dumplings and noodles in Auckland. Why are they so good? For me it's the broth in which they are served. Deep and rich with flavor, packed..."
Jim Morrison
"Such a late-comer to this one but finally got takeaways from here last night! Ordered the classic dandan noodles with pork mince, the dumplings and..."
Lizzie
"倒霉路四川擔擔麵五星好評。虽然每次飯點都要排很久的隊伍, 店里只有几张小桌 但是味道真的是特别棒。..."
24 Cm
"Ordered noodle in soup with dandan sauce with crispy pork belly on the top of the noodle, plus also dumpling with spicy sauce.. hot and spicy food in..."
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"We arrived only half an hour after they opened but they were already full so I can’t stress the importance of avoiding going during peak lunch and..."
Vivian C
"If you love your spice then this is definitely the place for you. Just went here tonight for the first time, it was busy but we didn't have to wait..."
Kelly McQuoid
"Had lunch on Saturday, noodles was savoury and hit the spot! Ordered Kumara noodles, dandan, medium spicy. Seating is limited and heard many people..."
Clare Ang
"used to love Eden Noodle, been there over a decade....they r getting very popular...the food is good if u love spicy food...but service is..."
Nukualofa
"You have to go to Eden noodles if you like anything spicy! There’s so many Chinese noodle/dumpling dishes on the menu to choose from and it’s..."
Jenny Da
"This place is real busy, waited for 30 mins on a Wednesday night due to many people and the limited tables. But it was worth the wait. It taste..."
Pigout
"We ordered over the phone and it was so rushed and difficult to understand the lady serving us. When we got there to collect it was also pretty..."
Mereaina Robinson
"Good food and service. Its always packed so go early. Spice levels could be pretty up there if youre not use to it. Go one step down if you are not..."
Ghetto Reviews - Str8 Up G
"I settled for Dumplings in spicy and sour soup for that night, they also gets the job done! Delicious dumplings. Staff are always friendly and..."
Miguelito Rodriguez
"An easy eat on a weekday or weekend! Your Experience cannot be complete without trying the dumpings! The most addictive dumplings. Usually a queue..."
Ari Kim
"In love with this place very small restaurant huge flavours we had the shredded chicken noodle and dumplings in hot and spicy soup and some plain..."
Amrita Prakash
"Came in the other day and thought I'd give it a try. The place was at full capacity so it was busy, I managed to get a table. I ordered the Dan dan..."
Kat Lim
"Was super stoked to get a table around 6.30pm on a Saturday, after only having to wait 5-10 mins. As soon as we got our food there was a massive line..."
Riddhi
"We came by around 1130 make sure that we could get seats for lunch. We were luck and there was one table left. After perusing the fairly large menu..."
Benedict Uy
"The line is so long for this one, but worth it. You can choose the level of spiciness for the meals here. The people of Sichuan can eat very spicy,..."
Aileen Lau
"Came in today for lunch. Ordered large dan dan thin noodles with medium spice, pork with chives dumplings in spicy sauce, wonton in spicy soup,..."
Rosanne Choy
"I moved from China to Auckland two years ago. As a Chinese point of view, the noodles here are quite legit. The Dandan noodle tasted just like the..."
Airan
"Deeply saddened by the fact that the most delicious Sichuan food that I have ever tasted was located in different continent from where I live. Love..."
Bellyculinary | IG : @bellyculinary
"Authentic Chinese Sichuan food, definitely a must/eat! Eden noodles has a decently large menu with lots to choose from! Their dishes really packs in..."
Cammy L
"The moment I bite into their dumpling. Bursting with their signature oily chilli flavour. Leaves me wanting for more. And be prepared to queue for..."
Burunghantu
"Very limited seating but my friend and I managed to get a two seater and she ordered pork and chives dumplings in spicy sauce 😍😍😍 we both..."
Sophia Wang
"I was initially taken to this restaurant by my close friend after being promised extremely good dumplings. I came into the restaurant with some very..."
Orient Express
"I walked to the eden noodles and also feel i walked to the right as the taste made me realise that what the real noodles are. Very tasty flavour they..."
Aggarwalhemant8111
"My husband and I would say it’s the best Sichuan style restaurant in auckland. We would go there every time we are craving for spicy and authentic..."
Jinjing Fang
"They have such good food, always packed with hungry people. Just shows how good their food is. I always get different items everytime I go there..."
Rensen Ye
"This place is epic. You really can't go wrong here if you like spicy Sichuan food.I always get something with their "spicy sauce" which..."
Miso Hungry
"Dumplings here are the best I've ever had, silky smooth dumpling pastry and yum filling, served with spicy sauce which has a spicy/oily/sweet flavor...."
Tyrell Rawiri
"Best place for dumplings. My neighbour love it too so every time i order dumplings i get another one for her too. Fast service & fresh eveytime...."
Suba Gnanasekaran
"Eden noodles cafe is the best at what they do - Authentic Sichuan small bites. Always come here to eat when I’m craving the cuisine. Reasonably..."
Tim Tianpai Li
"Cheap food and guaranteed to leave you full. The dan dan noodles is always a good choice as well as their spicy dumplings. You can easily feed..."
Dxlche
"This restaurant is a must do before you leave New Zealand. My favorites are the dan dan noodles and the dumplings are just amazing! This is on my eat..."
Desti Teewec
"Perfect food destination on a cold day 👍🏻 my friend and I both ordered the Dan Dan Noodles in spicy soup with crispy pork mince on top. We also..."
Linh 💛
"Over the years, i noticed eden noodle house have diluted their spiciness. But the food never fails. The original dan dan noodle is always good. I..."
Joanne Chiang
"All fired up...very tasty now I know why our work mates go there from Countdown Newmarket love it spicy dumblings and the staff are super friendly..."
John Kemp
"Authentic and nice Chinese food, definitely recommend dumplings for takeaways instead of noodles as the later easily get too soaked and saggy...."
Raeray
"Probably the best place to have Dandan noodles in Auckland, its very busy here so be there before noon and go before 5pm to get a table, they charge..."
Foodstyler
"I had tantan noodle,dumpling with spicy, and cucumber salad -NO28(?) . was nice to have those 3together as i felt spicy for the noodle, sweet for the..."
Alice In New Zealand
"As far as food goes its a 5/5 from me. Everything from the dumpling to the noodles is homemade and fresh. The cucumber salad is out of this world...."
Charlie Raass
"I know, I know, I am super late on the bandwagon. It might be that for a long time, I was put off by the long queues out the door or the fact that I..."
Georgie @ Georgieats
"Great place for spicy noodles and spicy dumplingsWon Ton soup. Jelly dessert.Cosy seating and limited so not so overcrowded but popular so..."
Kyran Ludlam
"The most Authentic Sichuan flavour i have had in New Zealand!! SIMPLY THE BEST and affordable prices. DUMPLINGS with the spicy sauce ! OMG that is to..."
David Patel
"My favorite Sichuan restaurant in New Zealand. For anyone who keen on spicy food, you can’t miss this authentic Sichuan restaurant. You don’t..."
Yafenxu123
"Dandan. Dam good. Price friendly. Very busy place but food top notch. No wonder this place always has a queue outsidd the shop. Excellent. Would..."
Aaah400
"Eden noodles must be tried at least once if you live within Auckland. The line is long, staff don't speak English that well and the inside doesn't..."
Matadors
"Really good prices and really ok service. my favorite taste, just sometimes during lunch time, I have to wait long time. Need to clean their tables..."
Faye Cao
"Finally got round to trying this place, and it was definitely worth the hype! We went around 11:15, right before lunch time, and we were lucky enough..."
Ashleigh Hea
"Simply one of the BEST comfort foods out there on dominion road. Fastest service I’ve ever experienced, even being 5th on the waiting list. Food..."
Michelle W
"Been here twice. Both times, food was amazing. I love my spice so this place was perfect. First time around had the Sad Cold Spicy Noodles - extra..."
Rohit
"THIS PLACE IS LITafter a long wait outside the tiny restaurant, we finally got to sit down. The place was small so be careful when waiters..."
The Poor Foodie
"I am in love! I had a craving so I ordered the dumplings with chili and pepper sauce, and asked for “spicy!!!”. Usually when I ask for spicy..."
Niamh Mulholland
"Updated review Jan 2019: vege dumplings are amazing!!! And their sad cold noodle. Great vegan food.Updated review august 2018: WTF..."
Summer Wright
"Dan Dan noodles & spicy dumplings were the best!! The actual noodles were really good, nice texture and fresh. Definitely will be back. Up there wth..."
Melissa Rakete
"Relatively cheap prices for big bowls of noodles. The only downside was that the noodles occupied 95% of the bowl with only about 5% of the contents..."
Inez Chong
"Loved the pork noddle and its cream, potatoes and kurmara always be my first choice. Best noddle shop in Auckland i guess.staff is friendly and..."
Hardysweden
"Amazing noodles and dumplings. I've started on the rice dishes and they are good. Everyone I know loves the food here. The lines are massive and wait..."
Artemis
"What a absolute gem . I recommend going outside of peak time . We went there at 7.15pm the line was out the door . Waited about 50mins for takeaway ...."
Brent Henri
"Been here several times, the food and service can be a bit of hit and miss. We went Wed evening just after 5pm and it was fairly quiet so we got a..."
TMJ L
"Insanely good! I would go back over and over again. Staff are really friendly and the food comes out quick. Food was so so tasty. If you don’t want..."
Amesha Rama
"The service... is not why you come here but we appreciated the efficiency and didn't care for small talk. Would be nice if they organised the..."
Ash Eatz 🍽
"Taste: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌕Interior Deco: 🌕🌕🌑🌑🌑Customer service: 🌕🌕🌕🌗🌑Recommend:..."
Mon.
"After much buzz about this place (e.g. nzherald and the dumpling-making lady), I had to come and check it out for lunch. *Summary at the..."
Wendy
"Excellent food :) my favourite is the dumplings in spicy sauce and spicy beef noodle soup. The only downside is the size of the restaurant and the..."
Ashar Joseph
"absolutely delicious, cheap and authentic!! Love the ‘dumplings in spicy sauce’, my go to order here! Can be quite spicy if you can’t handle..."
Yinya Shi
"One of my favorite places for dinner with friends! Have been there multiple times and I’ve been happy pretty much every time..Would recommend to..."
Belle
"Came here around lunch hour and it was quite busy but didn’t have to wait too long. The place is really small so gets a bit difficult moving..."
Aleana Fernando
"We often pass this place on the way further down Dominion Road for some yummy Chinese Food, promising ourselves we’d try it, finally did and..."
Eric Mendez
"Dined here on a Friday night and the place was packed (very small) we waited around 10minutes for table but others had to wait longer. Staff were..."
Nathalie
"First time trying the Braised Beef Noodles in XL and Pork & Chives dumplings, Sichuan style! Arrived here at 1pm, was worried that we would have to..."
Kirsten
"This place is always busy so plan your visit. Great dumplings and rice noodles. Must try the Dan Dan noodles. student friendly prices. The only..."
Arun Kumar
"No wonder why this place is so popular! Their food is awesome! I loved those noodles but after trying their dumpling, I have to say wow! that was ..."
Jade0289
"I think this place is worth the hype!The staff are quite attentive and very helpful in comparison to many other small chinese food..."
Winnie Luo
"This place is delicious! We ordered dan dan noodles and pork and cabbage dumplings, and it was honestly amazing! The flavours worked so well..."
Jessica Li
"We managed to get a table at their busy lunch service. Super tight squeeze but that is how it is. Beef and noodle soup was delicious with deep..."
Mei
"Dumplings in spicy sauce is the reason we are regular visitors here, and the reason this review is so high. On the other hand, the organisation of..."
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"The service here is really good with busy atmosphere during evenings. The serving size are quite reasonable. The only thing got me was that they only..."
Ravi
"The wontons and dumplings are so delicious! The price is also really good, as you can pick multiple foods for try. I heard that Eden..."
IMwatermelon
"This place has its string of customers even in the mid-afternoons. Thankfully, we managed to find a table on a Friday evening. Dumplings are totally..."
Y Anne
"Decided to check out this place after the many new articles I've read on them - not at all dissapointed! The service was excellent, despite the..."
Angela
"I am absolutely obsessed! Took a while as i was waiting in line on a friday night to get in but it was totally worth it. Very flavourful and the dan..."
Abella Wang
"The best Sichuan style restaurant in NEW ZEALAND. I go there almost twice a week. Hope the menu would be renewed, adding something new..."
Joe HU
"Ordered pork and chive dumpling in plain soup, mince chicken pancake, seafood wonton, dandan noodle. All these dishes we highly recommend. Pancakes..."
Girl On The Move
"Looking for some decent Sichuan food? Look no further! I showed up literally 28 minutes after they opened up and there was already a queue going out..."
TheMʌverick
"Great friendly fast service even when it's quite busy. Got a table for two and had the most amazing dumplings in spicy sauce , recommend the..."
Hamilton Harley
"Although this place looks like a small eatery this is a massively popular place when it's open. I've always ordered pork and chives dumplings and..."
M FERNANDO
"Love this place pork and chive dumplings in the chilli and pepper sauce!! Yuuuuummm!!Only let down is how small and busy this place is! So..."
Hanna Latimer
"Dumplings are 5/5, spicy sauce is out of this world. Usually a long wait and queue to get a table or takeaways, food is great quality for the prices...."
Chomnomnom
"We Travel from the North shore for their dumplings in spicy sauce and dumpling in spicy and sour soup, also their dandan noodles are the best I've..."
Kristal Sina
"Absolutely in love with the food here. The meals come out piping hot in large portions, most times I have to actually wait a bit before I can start..."
Wandering Belly
"This place really needs to upgrade -1. They're so small and always so busy. Really claustrophobic im there. But 5 stars for pork and chive dumpling..."
GreeneggsnHam
"Very flavoursome and spicy noodles. Got the classic dan dan noodles and the soup was amazing although a bit salty. Would definitely come back to try..."
G
"So iv been going here for about 5 months now, my partner introduced me to it around then. So far every meal we've had from there has been..."
Sam Woodcock
"If restaurants had scoville units, Eden Noodles Cafe would be the Ghost chilli equivalent. Hot food and hot indoors (had to remove my jacket)...."
Amod Indap
"Best dumplings I've had. Service is quick and fast. Staff are extremely friendly and prices are extremely cheap for quantity of quality food Daniel..."
Rakesh Patel
"Very small eatery with very tasty noodles and dumplings. The lady at the cashier was patient and explained the differences between some noodle dishes..."
Alana
"Best spicy dumplings EVER. Sorry but if you don't know this place, then you're not true foodie HAHA.I love watching that lady hand rolling them..."
Sian Wichman
"I love the dan dan noodles from this place, it is packed with flavour (totally recommend). The place is very small and crowded so you usually do..."
Sharon Louie
"Great food for value. Grab the dumplings! You would not be disappointed. The handpulled noodles are a must. Go mild spice unless you are prepared to..."
Michael Wang
"Warm and comforting! The pork and chive dumplings in spicy sauce are so delicious and tender, a must! The Dan Dan noodle soup, cucumber salad, and..."
Madeleine Turner
"Favorite place for dumplings and noodles. though the place is small and sometime busy. It's worth a try. Service is fast and the location is easy to..."
NicoleSaunders
"Great food, just very small premises. Always standing outside the door to get my order and there is barely ever available seats which forces you to..."
Harpreet Singh
"We decided to order takeaway from here because every time we drove past this place, there was always a huge line outside the store. So our..."
Keri
"Food has to be the best around dominion road. Service may not be the best. The place is quite small and its usually packed. I recommend eating there..."
Andrew Kelly
"So yummy! But be aware some of the dishes are too spicy🌶️ Highly suggested to make a pickup order rather than walk-in, as it's always long queue..."
Rola Xu
"Pork dumplings in spicy sauce are the best dumplings I've ever tasted! Wait times on Fri/Sat nights can be longer than 30 minutes though, but well..."
Gina Partridge
"Great place to start your adventure into spicy Chinese cuisine! Their dumplings with spicy Sichuan sauce is to die for, and if you're not a fan of..."
Pris Woe
"This noodle bar is always busy and the food is always appetizing. Although sometimes we waited a long time, the waiting is worthy. I like hand made..."
I'm A Foodie
"I love their noodle!!! I want to have their noodle every day but I don't want to wait on the queue.. sometimes they don't control the spicy level....."
Mihee Park
"Sooo good. We got the dumplings. The sauce is a bit oily, and if you can't handle spice, get the mild. Even the mild is very spicy. We always like to..."
Sandi Tsai
"Awsome! Ignore the dining environment n long queues! Food tastes really nice! Good for take aways! Envy the guys working nearby so they can go for..."
Christine Liu
"Cheap, fast service and great dumplings. Only have ordered takeaway but the food has always been hot when we have gotten home. Food is very tasty and..."
Andrew Commons
"The spicy dumplings were amazing, would definitely go back for those. As it is so popular you will have to wait a little bit but we arrived just..."
Madison Eruera
"For people who love carbohydrate & hot food.Try their Dan Dan Noodles & Dumplings.They are so good. If my friends didn't take me there..."
Chico
"Alittle cramped inside so best to takeaway, but by far the best dumplings I have ever had in Auckland will definitely visit again, Pork/Cabbage..."
Stella Johnson
"Yumm-ay! It's never easy to find a good Chinese joint that serves up tasty AND spicy food. Eden Noodles is definitely one of them. The food here..."
Keets R
"Great dumplings, only tried the dumplings and they are great. Haven't eaten in store as it is always busy, but the dumplings themselves are great...."
Yaz
"I finally visited this place amongst the hype but - spoiler alert - I don't find it that different from other Dominion Rd Northern Chinese style..."
Kiwi Eats Asia
"Good food and service! Busy, hard to get a table though. The dumplings are great, I'd recommend. Quite spicy as well (warning for the light hearted)...."
Reuben Philip
"Favourite restaurant in Auckland, hands down. Come here if you love handmade noodles/wontons/dumplings with a kick (most things are spicy), if you..."
Charmaine
"Best dumplings ever highly recommend the signature spicy dumplings so worth the wait and the wonton soup soooo good if u have a cold would definately..."
Thomas Tamuera
"I'm a big sucker for dumplings and anything spicy to pair with it and this is exactly why I had to visit this place. I ordered their dumplings..."
Neelam Chandra
"Everyone always raves on and on about how amazing Eden Noodles Cafe is, so I decided to try it out with a friend of mine. Their portions of their..."
Sylvester Kuo
"Ate here a few months ago. Saw everyone eating the dumplings in chilli oil - however we got the spicy, slightly sweet, cold noodles instead with..."
Ube
"Awesome dumplings, possibly the best I have had in Auckland! Teeny hole in the wall that everyone knows of, usually a huge line outside especially..."
MoFoZed
"Do you love spicy + noodles like I do? Well then look no further! this place is a must try. Our new found favorite noodle place 🤤🍜. First time..."
Mhadel Asuncion RN
"Been here twice now and has not disapointed. Used to drive past here after work wondering why people would be so despo to line up on the street to..."
Joseph Taleni
"Their dumplings is definitely worth lining up for. We were lucky that it wasn't that busy when we came. Their dumplings are made fresh in..."
Karl Evangelista
"I love noodles and this place is like noodle heaven to me. The choices are endless, but it might be hard to know which to pick, as the description..."
Ffionachua
"The dumplings were definitely the highlight for me! They appear to be handmade and crafted so delicately. I really like how you can get the dumplings..."
Ashleigh Michelle
"I often find that if I order a chinese noodle here in Auckland, I will expect to get a "bowl of oil with spices chucked in it" . But this is not the..."
AA
"Best dumplings I have ever had! Go in on a chilly day and indulge in some spicy and sour dumplings follwed by hand rolled Dan Dan noodles. Absolutely..."
Sunny Gill
"Omg yum!!!!! The sauce on these dumplings are amazing, and the noodles are perfect. I like the dumplings with sauce and the spicy sauce is super..."
Ju An Teo
"I'm a regular and a believer. Serving what is probably Auckland's most authentic Sichuan style food. The Dan Dan noodles with hand pulled noodles are..."
Ajay Murthy
"We decided to try out this place after hearing they make Dan Dan Noodles. As we heard this place always has a line, we decided to beat the dinner..."
C & J
"I am not a serious judgemental person but when it comes to food I am a bit picky. I always didn't trust people who said Dandanmen is delicious. By..."
Jay
"Amazing chili and pepper dumplings!! Best I've ever tried! Rest of the stuff is good but too spicy. We asked for mild and ended up with mouth burning..."
Margo
"I quite often order the Dumplings in Spicy and Sour Soup. (not to be confused with Spicy and Sour SAUCE).If you are ordering takeaway, it pays..."
Jono
"Visited this venue on a Fri 24/2 7.30pm. There was a queue but with two people dining in, we could get in easily. Very narrow dining area. Seating..."
Tuku
"Their spicy beef with potato on rice was the best meal I've ordered from this place. So much rice and meat, you can actually fuse them together to..."
Tavita Milford
"I find myself always having the same thing at eden noodles. Either the dan dan noodles during winter, or the dry pork with cleaved noodles or the..."
Lia Yosaatmadja
"This is one of my favourite Asian restaurants in Auckland. The place offers a huge range of noodle dishes, dumplings, as well as snack dishes. If..."
Jezza Foodie
"We didn't dine in as space is too small so had it as takeawayBe prepared to wait for this place! But was sure worth itDumplings in spicy..."
Thegreeats
"This place is tiny and you're lucky if you get a table. Seems that luck was on our side, as we got the last available table. Like a lot of..."
Mezza
"My favourite noodle and dumpling place in Auckland! The dumplings in special spicy sauce is a must try and not to forget their handmade noodles. I do..."
Ken Ng
"Yes this place is not for faint hearted. We ordered what was most recommended from Zomato- dumplings in spicy sauce and Noodles with Pork mince ( was..."
Disha
"Chinese restaurants in Auckland are better than those in Melbourne, I promise, no matter noodles or desserts.This place is always crowded, full..."
FoodieCCC
"Definitely one of the best spots on Dominion Rd! We came here tonight at around 6:30 and it was already full with people waiting. It's a pretty small..."
Briana
"If you're someone who loves spicy food you should definitely visit this place, as the food is cheap and large portioned. This place is often packed..."
Teddyfamily.
"Meals definitely big enough to share. Make sure you under order and love Sichuan pepper!! That shit will numb yo tongue. Worth a try for sure but not..."
Roana Bilia
"Short & Simple review of possibly, if not, the best place to go to get your spicy fix and enjoy delicious, mouth-watering dumplings and noodle soups;..."
Lon Hua
"Amazing dumplings. Craving their dry handmade noodle minced dish alongside it as well. Expect a line but worth all the waiting especially when you're..."
Momo
"Best dumplings ever.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Our go to dish is 'Dumplings in Spicy Sauce'. Super..."
ACO
"Dan dan mien to die for. The dan dan mien here is seriously so good. The dumplings also tastes good but the sauce is a bit too sweet for me..."
Emma Patricia Katili
"Home of the best dumplings I've ever tasted! I went here for the first time last week and have already been back 3 times! The place is always super..."
Yo April Smith
"Don't judge a book by its cover this restaurant brings the goods. It was an overwhelming experience walking into a tiny little restaurant jam packed..."
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"Came here last night as its been in my bookmarked for a while now. I expected it to be small because of previous reviews but I never imagined it to..."
Samantha
"This place is amazing!Had been hearing about this place for the last few weeks and decided to try it out on a rainy cold day in Auckland...."
Aucklandeats
"Sichuan cuisine wise, this place is 10/10. Amazing food, so spicy and superbly cheap (keep in mind extremely oily). I completely agree that the food..."
I'm Hungry
"BEST Dumplings in Auckland !Yum and cheap no other comments.Cold chicken and Dan Dan also very niceDefinitely I go..."
Ken
"Came to see what the hype was all about. The food is good, there is quite a variety of noodles and plenty of different side dishes with the choice of..."
Danny Bunzee Wong
"Best DanDan ever if you can take the heat. Very Beijing greasy spoon cafe. Love it if you can find a seat. Next the hot pot looks good next step..."
Callum Milburn
"We turned up shortly after the opened for the day and within 10 minutes almost all of the tables were gone. After reading lots of reviews we went..."
Sian
"The food here is amazing every time, the handcut noodles are my favourite! And make sure you get a side of the sichuan pickles (chinese kimchi)- i..."
Issy Lewis
"This place is HOT! When the tables have tissue boxes rather than napkins, be prepared to clearing that blocked nose that's bothered you. Please heed..."
Jamez Hill III
"If you're after noodle soup this is the best place to go! We went at lunchtime and it's always packed with line out door. Our fav was the Dan Dan..."
Foodathon
"This is a nondescript cafe marked only by the throngs of people waiting outside for a table or their takeaway. And for good reason too. Having heard..."
Ashlene Cheryl Cardoza
"I love spicy, I love this place. Most of items are tasty and fair price to me. Perhaps there is the best authentic Si'chuan snack restaurant in New..."
Michelle Hwang
"Loved this place! If you like spicy food you will really enjoy. Beware it is very hot and even medium is damn not. My husband couldn't handle the..."
Nicky
"I've heard such great things about this place and finally came here tonight for dinner. I've also heard how crazy the line can get and how busy it is..."
Charlene Weaver
"After hearing all the good reviews about this place, we decided to come. We had the kumara noodles with sliced beef, spicy dumplings and chicken..."
Joli Wong
"Things to get: "dumplings in spicy sauce"- no idea what's in the sauce but it is a magical, magical brew.  Get heaps, you will kick yourself if you..."
Rose
"If you only try one dish it has to be the spicy dumplings. We usually get the dumplings at least once a week they are the best I have ever had. Just..."
Donna
"Tried the dandan with rice noodles (#1) and the braised sliced beef with kumara noodles (#10). Although it took us a while to get inside..."
Stango
"There's a certain hype around Eden Noodle Cafe and going their for the first time, I absolutely loved this place and the food they..."
Medium_Rare
"I've wanted to dine here for a very long time and this weekend I finally got the chance! As we approached this small restaurant, we noticed a massive..."
Mat
"Went here on a quiet Sunday evening. A very interesting experience and we felt as if we had been transported into Hong Kong. Communication and..."
Vivek Katial
"It's always a good sign when you see people queuing to get into a restaurant, and this place has queues all the time. Eden noodle cafe is the..."
Auckland Food Tours
"Best mafaking dumplings in town. Some real spice and kick for spicy food fans!Food Quality: 4.5/5Food Quantity: 4.5/5Environment:..."
Tony Ma
"I like their noodles, as they serve it very hot and you can select what size. I also enjoyed their tripe. People line up to grab a hot meal from this..."
Penelope Chua
"Mind glowingly amazing dumplings and the sauce that comes with it. Have been to this place twice and both times the dumplings .. noodles and snacks..."
Aneesh Tomy
"Service: 5/10Food: 8/10Cleanliness: 6/10Value for money: 8/10Overall: 7/10A Hidden gem. A small Chinese noodle/dumpling..."
Jack Trav.
"I went there for dumpling and noodles. They were absolutely delicious with great seasoning, and the he prices are very reasonable. The space is..."
Glen Liu
"This place offers the best dumplings I've eaten. This is my guilty pleasure! Very cheap also! Very busy all the time which is a great sign! Highly..."
Alix
"I've gotten Eden Noodles takeaway a few times as I live around the corner. The place is pretty small so if you live close by, takeaways is..."
Genie @ BunnyEatsDesign
"I'm a huge fan of spicy food, and this is my number 1 go to place for spicy takeouts. The noodles are authentic, delicious and great for value. While..."
Owen Wang
"DUMPLINGS HERE ARE FIIIIIIIRE!!!!!!! MUST TRY LOL. ..."
Taylor Nemaia
"Slurp up some delicious noodles, wontons and dumplings. This place specialises in spicy dishes so I was apprehensive. We had the spicy Dan Dan..."
Elena Ching
"Decided to lunch here as a friend loves this place. Very busy little restaurant with many people lining up outside looking for a table or..."
Kelly
"Amazing food! I love the flavours- the dumplings in spicy sauce was a huge winner for me! The prices are low and the portions are huge. Would..."
KM
"Extremely authentic sichuan home food. You will try their dumplings in sauce and you will love it. Some dishes are very traditional and as a result..."
Jihye Kang
"Oh yes please this place 👌🏻 I usually like to try out places a few times before reviewing them so I held back! Eden Noodles Cafe is a..."
Essenity
"People lining out the door is one thing I remember about this place! Several times we have drove past and seen small crowds waiting outside. With..."
HJ
"Their dumplings in spicy sauce is amazing! Had their hot style cold noodles with shredded chicken...that was a little disappointing. Will definitely..."
Bhavya
"This is a tiny little restaurant and like many of the other reviews had noted, it was packed when we arrived. We ended up ordering to go instead,..."
Annie Chiang
"We are currently making our way through Metro Top 10 Cheap Eats 2015 - and this is by far the best so far!  I was worried about the queues and being..."
Sammy Hill
"One of the best dumpling places in town... The ambience in this place makes you feels like you are in China! Some hole-in-wall eatery in ChengDu..."
Lambie
"There's always a line and that should tell you something about this place. Best dumplings I've had in Auckland and I usually order either dumplings..."
Amit Tripuraneni
"Pots overboiling, dumplings getting filled and furious frying, it all happens at ENC while you're waiting in the long ass line here.It's..."
Lachlanneeley
"Went for dinner with my Chinese wife and in-laws who picked out far too many dishes for us.Usual Sichuan food, in general it was good but not..."
Sean
"Had came here with my partner for the second time after so many years. Dan Dan noodles still taste how it used to back when i tried it for the first..."
Jaline Antonio
"Have been here twice now! Really well priced authentic food. Dumplings in the spicy sauce were amazing! Have tried the sad cold noodle and dry noodle..."
Alex Neilson
"Been wanting to come here for a while now and I finally got the chance today. Came at around 12 and it was already packed with a couple of people by..."
Marcella
"Food is fantastic. Their spicy dumplings are fresh and juicy. The saurce is nicely done. My favourite are won tons, dan dan noodles and beef stripes..."
J Li
"Eden Noodle or "Dan Dan Mien" as the Chinese call it, is a small noodle house at the top of Dominion Road that attracts queues that flow out the door..."
Daniel Power
"I have been here couple of times so far. The level of spiciness is just right for me!Really love dan dan noodles and their dumplings. Special spicy..."
Super(・_・;Phoebe
"Came here for a quick early dinner. Was busy even at 16:20! Walking in here it just smells absolutely amazing! We had the large dandan handmade..."
Miss Kiki
"I call this place 'happiness in a bowl' the food is truly amazingOur go to dishes are dumplings in spicy sauce - make sure you order medium..."
FoodLoco
"Recommended for those who like spicy dumplings and noodles! However recently I feel super thirsty and sleepy after having their meals. MSG ???..."
ShoRt
"Definitely recommend getting the dan dan noodles and the dry noodle with chicken mince sprouts and chilli from here they are delicious!! I love spicy..."
Samantha Gemmell
"Ordered the dumplings with spicy sauce and chicken soup wontons. Dumplings were amazing, easily some of the best I've had. Usually asked for fried..."
Jam Taylor
"Eden noodle is a drug. I See the staff more than my own mother. Ask for chopped noodles you won't regret it. Extra intestine, yes please. Xx Eden..."
Zachary Robertson
"This place was suggested by a friend. He said this place has the best Chinese noodles in Auckland and the price isn't that high. It turned out he was..."
Charles Deng
"After a long time I finally managed to try this place (usually there's a too long queue!) and I wasn't disappointed. Probably the best dumplings I..."
Giu
"Hands down best noodle place in AKL. If you're going to get something, get the Dan Dan noodles (go easy on the spice though. I enjoy hot food but..."
B
"OKay so if youre going to eden noodle house you HAVE TO get the Dan Dan Noodles in Spicy Soup and the dumplings in spicy sauce. THEY ARE SO GOOD. I..."
Kp Food Reviewer 2000
"so so so so so goooood. make sure you get the dumplings in spicy sauce - so juicy and fat and you can see the lady hand roll right in front of you,..."
Gemma
"One may think that this pony is a one trick wonder - but it really isn't. The noodles are of course their bread and butter and is amongst the best..."
Gentlepig
"My boyfriend got us takeaways from here last night - luckily didn't have to experience the crowds! He recounted people fighting for tables to eat..."
Charlotte Lewis
"Another popular eatery in Dominion road. The aisle is so narrow .. Toilet! Outside! Be ready for the long queue! If you get a table, please don't..."
JJJiiiiAn
"For some of the most delicious dumplings in Auckland, Eden Noodles always delivers! I haven't actually tried any of the other dishes on the menu, but..."
Louisa Vickers
"If you are not looking for a fancy place to dine but only keen on yummy food, this is a very good chioce ! Dumplings in spicy sause are my..."
Tiffany Xu
"Below average service and environment. Really good dumplings and noodles that doesn't have much soup in it. The steamed pork/beef/ribs with rice..."
Poricasol
"Value 3.5Food 4.0Atmosphere 2Service 2I ordered a beef noodle soup (mild) via phone, and when I come here its packed again,..."
Kelly
"Price 4/5Service 3/5Food 4.5/5Atmosphere 3/5Dan Dan noddles very nice. Best noodle restaurant in city. My favorite add. ..."
Renor Kay
"I used to bus/walk/drive past this place and noticed long lines out the door every lunch. So I decided to try it based on another friends..."
Dan
"Finally had a chance to eat here for the first time. I had heard so much about it prior. Its a small noodle joint that seems to be always fully..."
FoodiePhysician
"Amazing!!! Best chinese i have experienced in auckland. Try the pork dumplings in hot and spicy sauce.. Spicy beef soup with rice noodles is..."
Stephen Galt
"Takeaway is highly recommended unless you don't mind dining on another customers lap. Ordered the spicy beef noodle soup - because I'm all about my..."
Yum
"OMG! This is definitely the best Chinese food I've ever had since I came to NZ! Regardless of the poor environment and service, the food is..."
Rhinotter
"This is my favorite Chinese restaurant in Auckland so far. I loveeee spicy food and Sichuan cuisine is the best answer for Chinese food...."
Tanz
"This place is always packed. The food is great if you can handle spicy food. The dandan noodle and dumpling are my favourite. Don't expect too..."
NanaKo
"I love this place. Like others I tried it because it's always packed (not just because it's small) and usually has a queue outside desperate to get..."
Shari
"service2/5environment 2/5food 4/5cost performance 5/5drink 3/5My order: Dry seafood noodles soup ( medium spicy) L$8.5, Dumplings with spicy..."
Mira
"I first tried this place years ago because I always saw a line outside. Now I know why :) so I regularly come back for their tasty dumplings,..."
Noms Burger
"if you like spicy and you like noodles, look no further.. this is heaven!!Dan dan noodles are to DIE for... ordered wontons in spicy source..."
Rosemary Young
"Fantastic food for dumplings and noodles and very cheap prices. We ordered the hot and spicy soup that came with 20 dumplings for around 9 dollars. A..."
James Tum
"Dinky looking restaurant located at the start of Dominion Road off Eden Terrace, it's fairly small and easy to miss unless you know ehat you're..."
NYNB
"This place should be able to be given 6 stars it was incredible. The spice is amazing the flavors were incredible and the dumplings were so..."
Angel Lopez
"The best dumplings (and more) in Auckland. This place is always busy… you could be in for a bit of wait or you can call in and pick-up. The food is..."
Angelo Perez
"We had the beef spicy noodle soup and pork mince noodle soup today. Really good yummy authentic food, very generous portions and well priced...."
Kenian Fatherley
"LITERALLY THE BEST SICHUAN FOOD IVE HAD. Im a vegetarian, but absolutely absolutely loved everything that was available in vegetarian options. DO NOT..."
Anonymous Reviews
"Tried Eden Noodles after our hike up to Mount Eden from the CBD. We were there at 12-ish and there was a short quick, and it took a while to receive..."
Pei Ying Lim
"If you are a fan of Chinese’s noodle should try some of their menu it traditional but a bit oily for me. Overall it..."
Leo
"The food was delicious 😋. We had dumplings, Wontons, noodles and a rice dish. Real good food and it is definitely worth it. I do not mind a small..."
Sri Santhosh Kumar
"Eden Noodles are without question the best dumplings in Auckland, we drive from Mission Bay just to pick them up and bring them home. It’s great to..."
James Ashwin
"Little shop on top of dominion road - always busy around dinner time but very worth the wait. I always do phone order to take away. Their dumpling..."
M
"I've never given 5/5 I guess but this is the BEST MEAL I've had so far in Auckland. The food will blow your mind if you are fond of tangy, spicy and..."
Nupur Agrawala
"We came by around 1130 make sure that we could get seats for lunch. We were luck and there was one table left. After perusing the fairly large menu..."
Benedict Uy
"One of the most authentic noodle dishes sit in Eden Noodles Cafe, located in dominion road and a tiny seating area next to the kitchen. All of their..."
Von Caboteja
"my friends and I have been here a couple of times for lunch, and we absolutely love it. Food was great and tasty while not being overly expensive...."
Emilie bleriot
"Was a huge line when trying to get our orders yesterday. We had the dan dan noodles, dumplings and also chicken wonton soup. The dan dan noodles..."
Wilson Shum
"Always delicious and hot food, the spice it perfect sweet hot and numbing. Service is quick and timely. Small Cafe with very limited seating so get..."
Sarah Y
"The spicy dumplings were amazing, would definitely go back for those. As it is so popular you will have to wait a little bit but we arrived just..."
Madison Eruera
"Eden noodles is always a good time! This time we tried three dishes we never tried before - the heart break jelly is delicious and most spicy of the..."
Shiyao Annie Tong
"Food is amazing, pork & chives dumplings In spicy sauce best dumplings I've ever had. Also got spicy pork and potato on rice was delicious heaps of..."
Johno Yarrow
Blue Elephant Thai Restaurant Parnell
86/100 (1967 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Asian
Thai
Thai
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
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Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Green Curry
Beef
Red Curry
Cakes
Lamb
Fish
Salad
Fried rice
Chili
Pork
Scallops
Duck
Pad Thai
Curry
Prawns
Noodle
Sit down
Asian
Thai
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Cash Only
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Dinner
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Mid-range
"We ordered a red duck curry and a chicken green curry. My preference for food is often more on the savory side, I really enjoyed my red duck curry..."
Sophie Wang
"Highly recommend scollop and pineapple fried rice .Very good environment with friendly..."
Tian Sweetly
"Excellent food with excellent customer service. Went with friends and ordered Tom Yum soup, curry puffs, spring rolls, elephant curry, green curry,..."
NPN
"Very friendly staff. Paid attention to small requests, no fish sauce, no shrimp paste. I've had better red curry though. Vege spring rolls were good...."
Pritika Sharma (Veg)
"A great little Thai restaurant down a little alleyway off the Parnell Rise.The food here took us back to Thailand.We ordered the..."
Brizzle
"Very Authentic traditional Thai food. One of the best Thai in Auckland. Blue Elephant offers a good variety of food on their menu. Excellent flavored..."
Lucy
"5/5 Taste5/5 Display 4/5 Quantity 4.5/5 Customer ServiceBest Thai mid-fine Dining Venue AucklandThis is based on..."
곰정안
"Really aromatic curries . You can tell they put a lot of love into their food. Love the fact they have been there for years. It’s the second time..."
Dolce Far Niente
"I had dinner with friends here recently. The restaurant is tucked in a cute little alleyway that’s easy to miss if you aren’t looking well. The..."
Marnelli
"My favourite place to go for a special dinner. I love everything about this place. Service, ambiance and food exceptional. Highly..."
Tammy Ockerse
"Went with a group of friends and we all thought this was the best Thai restaurant we had been to in New Zealand the food is amazing every dish we..."
Aman
"I love this place! Food is one of the best, cozy, very reasonable price and everything taste so great. Customer service AAA++++. Everyone we took so..."
Sunvi Ahsan
"Food is very good. At lunch time, sometimes you have to wait very long time to get food. When the staffs are busy, they would rush to service people,..."
Aston Patterson
"The best Pad Thai The New Yorker has ever had, and that’s saying something! Tender satay chicken entree, with one of the most nuanced peanut sauces..."
Liz Bradley
"3rd time here for family dinner and thank god we made reservations because it was very packed at 6pm. The big tables were gone so they had to join 2..."
Jason Zhang
"Came here for my mum’s birthday dinner on a Tuesday. We got 8 dishes, which we shared between 8 people. Namely these were Duck salad,..."
Oksana Zhang
"Very friendly staff, quick service and amazing food and drink!! They do have a BYO wine and it is defiantly a good idea to make a booking rather than..."
Rani
"Amazing service, with friendly staff. The food and drinks were amazing and the atmosphere is very calm and relaxing. Been here a few times and will..."
Swetha
"Omq, this place is awesome. The food is yum and the staff is kind and lovely. The cute little elephants at each corner of the restaurent make it more..."
Happy
"Absolutely amazing service tonight from the staff at Blue Elephant, not to mention the amazing food that we received as well. Highly recommend this..."
Natasha
"Lovely setting, authentic Thai food (you could actually taste the spice), love the traditional greetings and that the staff are Thai. Beautiful..."
Dini
"I must say I was impressed by the ambiance. It was so cozy and warm. This place has these little quotes about wine. Loved it. It has some stories on..."
Anupama Samantroy
"Blue Elephant is one of my favourite Thai Restaurant. They use fresh ingredients, lots of herbs, lime and chill which I love about their..."
Chico
"There are so many Thai restaurants in Auckland, but this is one of the better ones. Tucked down one of the side lanes of Parnell Rise, there are nice..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"Blue Elephant is my favourite restaurant to go to! To start with the staff are all amazing! The food is to die for - curry puffs are the best..."
Rachel Wheeler
"Best red curry I have eaten in Auckland as they have the option to increase the spice level to Thai hot, which is what my cravings always need...."
Aanchal Manchanda
"Thai is my favourite food in the world!! This cute hide away Thai restaurant is one of my favourites to go to for lunch with my work friends!!! It's..."
Sam Smith
"We came on the spur of the moment. Great choice. Fabulous food and service. Magical menu and we loved the atmosphere. Very friendly. We felt..."
Wendy Hewson
"Went there with high expectations, hearing that it was an amazing place. But this place did not fail to impress me. Amazing presentation of food..."
Beardie
"Came here for a dinner for three. Started off with the following entrées:1. Aroy Dee Thai wrap (choose either duck or prawns or both) - We..."
Nia T
"Went here for a dinner on a Friday night. It was quite busy so book ahead. Food was nice. Just a bit expensive but you are paying Parnell prices...."
Karina O'Connor
"I came here earlier this year on a holiday and I had a lovely experience. The dishes were reasonably portioned and tasted amazing too! Although..."
Lazypandah
"I love Thai food and can't stop recommending this place enough. Their service is impeccable and the food is just delicious. I had the chance to talk..."
Good Advisor
"A warm, quaint and cozy little Thai restaurant within the Parnell village.Went on a date first then went back quite a few times. A great..."
Arpita Mandal
"We had dinner here tonight, after reading the reviews how good the food was and home welcoming the staff is. The food is good and yes the staff is..."
Divya Talreja Ramnani
"Very happy to meet the real green curry dish there. What a pretty green color! Good smell good taste. The crispy pork dish was also good texture...."
Michelle Hwang
"Top service , top food Is my fourth times I have dined here always the food and service is amazing, The waitress looked after us an..."
Roby
"What a fantastic experience. Personable staff that give you an authentic experience. Platter for 2 as an entrée was an experience in itself. Shared..."
Howard
"This is my favorite Thai Restaurant. When you enter they greet you in Thai and make you feel welcomed. They offer to take your coats and hang them...."
Sheiar Al Osachi
"I came here with some friends for lunch on a weekday. Maaan this place wasn't the easiest to find. The service was quite good, if anything..."
Alex Turner
"I'm not even the greatest fan of Thai food, I find "average" Thai basically inedible. This place stands out. Really sweet wee location set back off..."
Kate Moran
"A lovely place, the staff were super friendly and most importantly the food was amazing! Loved their pad Thai and the fish that we had ordered!..."
Sheena Kumari
"Great authentic Thai restaurant. Food and service is great. Only possibly improvement could be more water being available at tables. Nice cosy..."
Darren Jay
"A great little Thai place hidden quietly in Parnell. The place was really busy but staff managed the service both professionally and carefully. Food..."
Christian
"Best Thai food I have eaten in Auckland.  Highly recommended.Service: 4/5Wait time: 4/5Environment: 4/5Food..."
Francis Lockwood
"This is probably one of "The" best thai restaurants in Auckland. Delicious meals packed with balanced thai flavours,  must try Blue Elephant Spicy..."
Al Kumar
"Amazing service! The restaurant is well designed and has an elegant atmosphere. The food and wine was absolutely delicious. This is a high quality..."
Floyd Moratti
"Amazing service, great food! Love the outdoor setup! Cozy place for a cold night. Very authentic service, food arrives super quickly and tastes..."
Reuben Pereira
"Situated in Parnell, hidden inside one of the little alleyway is this awesome authentic Thai restaurant which you have to come! We ordered entree..."
TinaS
"One of the best thai food ... Lovely staff .... Went for a friends birthday and it was completely worth it. Bar also had some authentic thai drinks..."
Pmaroo
"I was pleasantly surprised by the restaurant. I say quality wise it's pretty good although I feel like each dish is about $5 too expensive. The..."
Cmys001
"Nice cosy place in heart of parnell town..... went w a group of friends... nice cosy atmosphere.... we did not have a booking but staff accommodated..."
Amit KALE
"Best Thai in Auckland and the service is unbeatable. Was sick and craving thai - called Blue Elephant and even though the kitchen wasn't quite open..."
Kim W
"Perfect, perfect, perfect! Start to finish. Amazing food, wonderful staff, relaxed atmosphere. Cannot recommend more or praise highly enough. Can't..."
Bella Kate Mackintosh
"1st of all best Thai food in Auckland , secondly they have the most courteous staff ever... Very attentive ... Thank you for an awesome dining..."
Anvi Shah Kadakia
"Such a good restaurant with authentic Thai food. The best thai food I've tasted so far. Lovely staff and excellent service. Will definitely be coming..."
R
"Very cosy little restaurant tucked away from the main road. Good food and service. Good portion sizes and prices.Recommend to..."
LiannJ
"Quite simply the best Thai food in Auckland with reasonable pricing for the quality you get. Great hospitality and a very good location as there are..."
Anand Patel
"Beautiful place with delicious food and lovely staff. Went here for lunch ($13) and had the pad thai, spicy noodles and panang curry. Serving size..."
Keith
"Gorgeous Thai food and a really authentic experience and ambiance. All four of us were more than impressed with our meals, mentionables were the..."
LouLou
"We chose Blue Elephant due to the good reviews and they did not disappoint. The first thing you notice is the warm and genuine welcome and the..."
Joseph Mavumkal
"Delicious food. Hands down the best Pad Thai here in Auckland. Consistent service; always smiling and friendly. They even manage to find us tables..."
Dallace Wulf
"So quiet on Monday! There are so many Thai restaurants in Auckland, I don't know what authentic Thai food taste like, the food in Blue Elephant..."
JJJiiiiAn
"Awesome service. Delicious Thai food. I had the vegetarian noodles and it was yummy! This has become my favourite Thai restaurant! Will definitely..."
WongTable
"Beautiful food. Top notch service. Nice setting. Ideal 👌the duck was absolutely delicious. Menu provides many options, especially for the..."
Brett Randell
"Delicious tasting Thai food , make a booking as usually very busy ! Portions are quite small but are so tasty which makes it worth the price..."
Kirstie
"Very authentic Thai food that we can get in Auckland. The restaurant is located behind the main row of historical shops on Parnell road. The price of..."
Cindy Ong
"Dined here for a date night, it was lovely. Food was amazing, the tom yum soup was super packed with flavours compared to other thai places. Pad thai..."
CD
"Time and date: Wednesday Dinner 2 weeks ago, previous visit was in 2011Food ordered: Basil and ginger pork stir fry, duck curry, toufu stir..."
Cheap Cheap Foodie
"The food was really tasty, specially the soup. Ample sweet chilli dipping sauce was really good, good place and also friendly staff..... highly..."
Peter
"One of the best restaurants that I've come across in Auckland. I would rank Blue Elephant at the top in all the sectors - •Food - The is the..."
Priyanka Samik Patel
"This was the best thai food I've had in auckland. Service was excellent. Highly recommended. We all loved it. Everyone had excellent food. ..."
Jazz
"We tend to set spring rolls as the benchtest for Thai restaurants. Not disappointed as they have a unique taste with vegetarian black fungi. Ample..."
BeeQueUU
"Highly recommended by my boss, she decided to treat some of us a nice Thai dinner after a hectic week at work. I’m a huge fan of Thai cuisine and..."
Amy @ My Dining Journey
"Best tom yum soup for a Thai restaurant in Auckland, got all sorts of surprizes in their seafood tom  yum!Nice cosy environment, great for..."
Tony Ma
"Very cute and cozy restaurant. Three of us came here for a birthday dinner. The service was excellent, and the staff were very friendly. Food was..."
Dublin
"Dined in a few times, outstanding!!!!The service was fantastic and the food delicious. My favorite dish was the pork ribs, but..."
Larik
"Recommended by a well traveled work mate. He was over and suggested to go here. Quite frankly, this would be one of the best Thai restaurants I have..."
Kyle Pitman
"Excellent food , excellent service, excellent atmosphere.Been this restaurant 3 times already but always consistent...food wise n service wise..."
Jason
"Awesome service.. definitely made us feel welcome and were always asking if everything was ok. Love it and will definitely bring my freinds. Keep it..."
Roshnee Patel
"We just visited for a special occasion (our last night in NZ after living here for a year) and could not be happier with our experience. The service..."
Kyle Kastner
"I went here with high hopes for my birthday dinner. it is a cute cosy location with great atmosphere. it is not too loud and the music was fitting...."
William Laughton
"Went for the first time after reading brilliant reviews and i must say i was not disappointed one bit. Food was great and some unique ingredients on..."
Neepz706
"We have been going to this little yet amazing Thai restaurant. Blue Elephant is our favorite restaurant for Thai food. To develop the taste of Thai..."
Samik Patel
"Absolute best Thai food I've had in Auckland. Tucked away in a cozy little restaurant with a very authentic feel, we were greeted with smiles. The..."
Emma Gerlach
"If I had reviewed the Bue Elephant after going the first time before Christmas it would have been a straight 5 stars. We had the duck curry with the..."
Anke Rintelmann
"We have a fab night at the blue elephant. The service was great. Most of our food was tasty and up to expectations. I do have one complaint and that..."
Diiya McCaw
"Awesome awesome awesome, especially the Blue Elephant Curry and Massaman Lamb Curry. The Blue Elephant Curry is out of this world, never tried..."
Cam W
"The best thai food I have ever had!!! Amazing and original, the food has the real thai spices. Tom yam soup is my favourite thai meal and I can say..."
Rachel
"Wife and self dined at Blue Elephant hidden down the lane next to the ANZ in Parnell. It was worth the hunt. Food excellent, staff charming and..."
Roger Honeybun
"Yummy!!! We went with a group of 6 and we all very much enjoyed our meals.Fantastic service, setting and food. The best thai I have had in..."
Melissa
"Fantastic, authentic Thai food, wide variety on the menu. If you like fish try the "Chubby young blue elephant" - delicious! Attentive and super..."
Tim Graves
"WOW!!! Pure pleasure...the best Thai food I have ever had. Karen and Wayne are fantastic hosts and have created a first class intimate Thai dining..."
Tania McFall
"the best Thai food we've ever had!! This restaurant is amazing! there were so many flavors in each bite of our meal ~ The prices are very..."
Karen Short
"All three of us gave this lovely, charming restaurant full marks.-Love the menu which had some unique offerings, in particular the herb parcels..."
Praveen
"We went here tonight after reading the great reviews on this site. It was REALLY delicous! We eat Thai at least once a week, and we will be going..."
Chris
"Nice and friendly environment. The staff and the food are superb. Our children loved the presentation of the carrot flowers and the chance to have a..."
Arsene Lupen
"Excellent food, specially their prawns were ultra delicious. The banana dessert was extremely wonderful too. Went for my wife's birthday there. will..."
Paeterasp Vevaina
"Fantastic food awesome atmosphere, fab staff, would recommend to anyone wanting a nice relaxing night out with friends, you can't go wrong. Their..."
Letitia
"Our last meal in New Zealand was at the Blue Elephant, and what a fantastic memory to leave NZ with. The Blue Elephant is hidden away in Parnell Rd..."
Grant Harper
"This is the best Thai food I have ever eaten. In fact, it is better than Thai food. It should have its own distinct category, 'Blue Elephant Food'...."
Paul Mizow
"I heard about this place from this web site. We were celebrating a family members birthday and we didn't really want to visit the city - after all -..."
Craig Johnson
"What an amazing journey for your taste buds.Truly the best Thai Cuisine I have ever tasted.The decor and the service is also..."
Tony Miller
"My absolute favorite Thai restaurant in Auckland. The food, service and atmosphere are consistently excellent. The atmosphere is tranquil,..."
Rob Ford
"Simply the best Thai food I have ever eaten, friendly service with a lovely ambiance. All dishes ordered were cooked to perfection, the..."
David A
"Undoubtedly the finest Thai restaurant in Auckland. From the warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere to the luscious, exquisite, tantalizing food,..."
Tony Douglas
"We found the Blue Elephant from a deals site and we challenge anyone who say this is not the best Thai restaurant in Auckland. That is why we have..."
Darryl & Sopida
"I would rate this a ten star if I could.. the food is great and the service is just as good as the food :) it is in lovely, quiet cosy location......"
Nikole Mckenzie
"Wonderful restaurant, a great dine out experience. Place is dimmed with lovely fittings lit by candle lights. It is atmospherically romantic with..."
Tanna Wang
"Absolutely superb. Each dish was fresh and each had an exquisite characteristic flavour. better than most Thai restaurants in Auckland, which..."
Damian Batson
"Blue Elephant serves up some of the best Thai I've ever had. Always fresh ingredients and clean presentation you wont be disappointed here. If I..."
Justin Flitter
"We had dinner there for the second time last night,we have eaten at nearly every major Thai restaurant in Auckland and again it was by far THE BEST..."
Ralph Baramee
"just been there for dinner with my partner and I have to say that is probably the best Thai restaurant we´ve ever been here in Auckland (and we´ve..."
Carolina Tapia
"My partner and I arrived the restaurant after 9pm since we couldn't find a parking. Even though we were late for our reservation, the staff(later we..."
Gregory Oshiro
"I dined here on the weekend after buying a voucher deal. The service was amazing, Karen and Wayne were great hosts and made us feel extremely..."
Natalie
"We first went to Blue Elephant as we had purchased a voucher deal. Our first experience was lovely. We were seated and assisted quickly with very..."
Ashley Kerlin
"We regularly go to the Blue Elephant, the food is fresh and delicious, and the service is excellent. Highly..."
Joel
"Lovely authentic Thai restaurant. I go here regularly for lunch. Pleasant decor, fantastic service and the lunch menu is beautifully presented,..."
Myra Cohen
"I haven't really been a huge fan of Thai food, but I loved my lunch here at Blue Elephant. It's tucked away down a little alley from the main road so..."
Vivien @ KJAS Blog
"Came here with a friend and booked for a table outside. It is a beautiful restaurant and they even have thick blankets you can use. However my seat..."
Lillian
"Blue Elephant is tucked into a small alley off Parnell Road, giving it some privacy from the bustle of the main street. First appearances, I was..."
Carmella @ Easy Food Hacks
"I am not a big fan of Thai food, so that does play into my rating. I went to Blue Elephant for dinner as one of a group of six. The service was quite..."
Neala
"Yum yum yum. This little restaurant in parnell has an amazing vibe and the best food! We had a big party here for my friend and it was such a nice..."
Simonie Lam
"Love the food and all the dishes we ordered. Had to wait a little bit to be seated after we had booked our reservation because it was super busy. But..."
Charishma C
"the food is really tasty and authentic. Except the restaurant is quite small, everything I have ordered is..."
寇芸萱
"The best Thai restaurant I’ve ever been to. The food is so delicious and the staff are just amazing with their beautiful silk outfit. The..."
Rheea B
"First time here and it was amazing! Staff were friendly and accommodating, great atmosphere.I was surprised by the quality and quantity of the food!..."
Zuri Za
"The Blue Elephant is a must visit. I brought my family here for dinner, and we all enjoyed! I would recommend booking prior, as they can get quite..."
Darsh Kumar
"Blue Elephant Thai Restaurant is a must-visit spot in Auckland City for vegans and vegetarians looking for delicious Thai food. The welcoming..."
manika gautam
"This little restaurant punches above its weight. The shared platter for two was absolutely delicious and the lady that served us took the time to..."
Fiona Brown
"Had chicken satay skewers and lamb massaman curry. The chicken was tender, the satay sauce was delicious, plenty in 1 serving so really good to share..."
Hitesh Patel
"Great hospitality, great portions worth the price..."
Lipe Kaloni
"Our 2nd time here, once again amazing food and top notch customer service by Kay, Esther, Bim. You gotta well respectful staff there love the way..."
Aakash Virdi
"We were the second diners to arrive so it was nice and quiet then filled up quite fast, so make sure to book in advance! The servers are awesome,..."
Tusi Filipo
"Let me start with probably the most important part: the food was delicious and it arrived quite quickly. I had 🐔 stir fry and a 🐔 soup. I..."
Rising Star
"This is a very high-level Thai restaurant in Auckland. They have spacious seats, with creative dishes and traditional Thai-style meals on the menu...."
Olga Blokhina
"Great service and great Thai themed restaurant tucked away from the street. Ordered the blue elephant friends dish from the chef's special and it did..."
Ashlee Hetterscheid
"If you love Thai food, this is where you should visit! Awesome dining experience in Auckland Central with nice people around. Great customer services..."
Stella Kwan
"Wanted to try this place for awhile, since it is one of the top Thai restaurant in Auckland. Had the sweet chilli fish and the blue elephant curry. ..."
Wilson Shum
"Great food, and incredible service. The place had a lovely ambience and everyone serving the food was so kind and polite. We ordered vegetarian..."
Anisha Chawla
The Don
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"Can’t believe I found an izakaya which exactly looked and tasted the same with those in Japan!!The unagi (River eel over rice) was..."
Lost In Dawn
"This place has quickly become a favourite for a quick lunch and catchups. Their Donburis always hit the right spots and the affordable pricing has me..."
Bella Qian
"Quick and friendly service. Amazingly fresh fish and sushi. Good quality food. Beautiful agudashi tofu. Will return again! Amazing value for..."
Bonny Sapphire
"Food is great and staff are..."
Andy Wong
"We totally enjoyed our experience at the Don,service was quick and polite and the food was delicious and very cheap, definitely go back again..."
Shane Naera
"If you work in town, you've been to the Don. It's an institution. Been here countless times and I keep going back. Shout out to the torikawa (deep..."
Amindha Fernando
"A nice, little place tucked away in High Street. The food was good but the service was a little slow considering it wasn't too busy.Pictured:..."
Ind Frem
"Quick customer service and really good food. I love pretty much everything on the menu that had cheese on it 🧀😂 I had the Chicken Katsu with..."
Cecilia V
"Spicy crispy chicken don and the chicken curry. Favourite lunch spot that serves delicious food at a reasonable price.Friendly staff..."
Asianfoodie
"Excellent customer service and lovely food. We always come here for Don when we crave Japanese food. We ordered Takoyaki, Sauce Katsu Don, Chicken..."
LilianMonaghan
"Great quality food and service. Tried a variety of dishes to share and highly recommend the grilled squid and salmon aburi sushi. Good bang for your..."
Martin Geesas Gabion
"Had the chicken namban don for lunch, the chicken was perfectly cooked and the vegetables were fresh. Flavour was just right, not salty at..."
Lone Diner
"Atmosphere is nice all decorated with an authentic Japanese style. Service is really friendly. Can get very loud as it gets very busy. Ordered the..."
Candice Mclarin
"An excellent Japanese restaurant in Auckland CBD. It’s not the cheapest place but in terms of price to taste ratio, it really hits the sweet spot...."
Ming Shi
"Loved our order! offers a great food and drink selection. Friendly staff. Love the layout and decor, definitely value for money!! Will definitely..."
Msav
"This is one of my favourite spots to come to for Japanese food. Being a vegetarian, it's usually hard to get a decent meal at Asian outlets but this..."
Vasundhara Krishnan
"Best Japanese place I have been too.. they have best salmon dishes and amazing miso soup ( best in town ).. best customer service.. will go back for..."
Raam Krishna Reddy
"A cute little restaurant where you get decent Japanese food. We tried the Spicy Chicken Don, the Teriyaki Tofu, a cheesy egg plant, garlic..."
Aabhas Dole
"This place is great if you're a student on a tight budget. Their portions are pretty big and really filling. My friend and I both ordered the..."
Shuyi Wang
"The food was quite good, the prawn katsu was crispy and saucy. Plus their menu offers a large variety of dishes from udon to ramen, don sashimi..."
Food2belly
"This restaurant is packed during work day lunch time as it’s very popular and I can see why. The service is fast and clean whole the food is well..."
Vanessa Gao
"A really good place for chilling out with friends, really good vibe and delicious food. Its a bit hard to find but worth it and staff is really nice..."
Moses Ilyas
"Great bar/restaurant to bring friends for a drink and snack on a variety of Japanese food for a reasonable cost. When I go here I order the Crumbed..."
Floyd Moratti
"Friday lunch take away at office, ordered sashimi salad but they dont have that at the moment so change it to sashimi on rice which is quite nice and..."
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"This place was mainly picked for my friends birthday because it’s a BYO in the middle of town. I kind of expected the food, service, and atmosphere..."
Anna
"I want to start off by saying that if you haven't gone to the Don, please do yourself a favour and go! It's well worth it for the price, ambience,..."
Vita
"Highly recommend if u crave for some Japanese food in town. Love the Japanese ambience created at the restaurant. Food is nice, especially the..."
The. GIANT. Eater
"Came to this place for lunch on a gloomy Saturday afternoon. We order the teriyaki chicken don and teriyaki udon. The dishes came with complimentary..."
Irene Glutzmen
"Come earlier than lunch time it is good, many seats, and can chat freely at least we can hear each other. The hot plate is better than the..."
Jifferney Lu
"Very nice restaurant tucked underground off High St. Surprisingly good food and attentive staff made whole dining experience surpurb. A+++ food staff..."
Chris L
"A small Japanese restaurant hidden in a shopping arcade and can be missed if you are not looking out. The food is super tasty and the service is..."
Sunil Nataraj
"Returned to The Don after a long absence and we were delighted to see new menu! Tried the Cheese Chic katsu don and Namban Salmon Don 10/10 and the..."
CYYTee
"Depending on what you order, the meat portions in this place can be very small. But if you stick to chicken you will surely enjoy your meal. The..."
Donna
"Authentic Japanese Donburi restaurant. Tried the Crispy Spicy Chicken Katsu Don, Regular Pork Katsu Don, Cheese Katsu Don, Terriyaki Steak Don and..."
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"I go here every chance I get. Birthday, catch up, social e event, quick dinner, drinks, date night ... it is one of my favourite treats, if I get to..."
Caitlin Thomas
"Me and my boyfriend love it here. It's always our go to place when we are in town. I normally get the Karaage Don and he'll get the sushi platter...."
Zachary Ferguson
"The atmosphere is good. Very polite staff. Feels like im in japan. The renkon chips are so good. Yaki soba is also satisfying. The food comes with a..."
Ronagrail Totanes
"Great place for a solid don. Prices are reasonable, service is friendly (we did have to get the waitresses attention ourselves but that’s pretty..."
Emma
"I've been here twice and I'm craving more. I especially like the chicken sauce katsu donburi. The second time I came, we didn't have much time to eat..."
Storms
"Awesome Japanese restaurant, have been here 3 times now and will continue to return. prices are great service is fantastic I would highly recommend..."
Laisa N Julessa
"Delicious! I hope to make it back one day. We ordered a few smaller items to share which worked out great. The food is awesome and staff were great..."
Rowan Rebecca
"Came here for lunch today. Me and my friend both got donburi, I got the gyu don which is beef and egg on rice. There was also broth on the bottom..."
Kylie
"always loved the food here... friendly staff and amazingly tasty food...its my go to place with friends and family for drinks and food... keep up the..."
Kartik Ramachandran
"Really great vibe in here, the food is super affordable and delicious. Would 100% recommend. It is off the street and really feels like it's away..."
Amy
"Nice place if you’re craving wholesome Japanese food.The food here tastes more clean and doesn’t make you feel too heavy afterwards..."
Aleana Fernando
"The place was quite dark and stuffed. Lovely staff but service was a bit slow. Not many choices for ramen. Portion was fine but a bit tasteless...."
Quinn Mai
"The Don never disappoints. The food is always great and the staff are very polite. It's a great place to have lunch and catch up with friends. You..."
Mochi.95
"Went for a late night dinner here with a couple of mates. Ordered the teriyaki udon. Very tasty, loved it. Place is tucked away underneath the..."
Rohit
"The Don has an underground atmosphere with friendly staff. There is good variety in the menu and the food is well priced. Good choice for a casual..."
Matadors
"I've lost count of the number of times I've been here. The quality of food and service has been consistent over the last eight years. The Don is a..."
Wei
"Go here quite regularly for lunch. Good value, friendly staff and tastes great.They have daily specials and an extensive menu. I recommend..."
Grant McDonald
"Came in with friends for lunch.Tender crispy chicken. Salad was also really nice. Environment was comfortable. Staff was friendly. Would..."
Rosanne Choy
"One of my favourite places to grab a quick meal with friends whenever I'm starving at uni. Fast, affordable, delicious and satisfying. My favourites..."
Ashleigh Hea
"This is one of my favorite places to go eat for a decent price, great service and great atmosphere. I love their Chicken Nanban and Teriyaki Salmon...."
Annaliesa Jeffs
"The Don is usually our go to after training or just to grab a quick bite. Their prices are reasonable and we are served enough to keep us happy...."
Rimal
"LOVE THE FOOD and ambience of this restaurant! Everyone who works there is so nice ! l've been here a quiet a few times and haven't been let down by..."
Ishi Mahajan
"The Don is pretty average but always a go to when wanting a quick bite to eat due to friendly service and food coming out quickly. Portions are on..."
Sally S
"Me and my flatmate have been wanting to try this place out for months now but we got busy and never did. Finally we tried it and it was really good...."
Ellynn
"We ordered the Karaage chicken don and the Oyaku don. The rice portion for the Oyaku Don was a little off or maybe the whole dish was too small...."
Dxlche
"The food was quite tasty and well portioned for the price, the service was great with super polite servers. I also thought the japanese decor was..."
Tane R.
"i used to like this place, I always ordered their Don.  but in our last visit,  the rice is not fully cooked for the Don and the sushi.  very hard..."
Carmon Lau
"They have a really good selection of Japanese food and the service is the trademark japanese hospitality and efficiency I've come to expect. You..."
Jay
"I missed Japanese seafood don very much, so my partner and I came here to try don. We ordered beer, sake, rainbow sashimi don (salmon, tuna and king..."
I'm A Foodie
"My first time here and for myself i enjoyed the food. I had the Misodare Salmon and my husband had the crispy spicy chicken don. Would have given 5..."
Memz
"A cute little Japanese style. The food tasted fresh and came out rather fast after ordering, it did take a while to order so make sure you go with..."
Jammie-Lea Wilson
"Atmosphere was great, the place was unique Japanese bar themed. Food tasted good, I had the Japanese style steak Don, takoyaki and a salmon..."
Eugene
"My go-to when craving for solid donburi. I have been here countless times over the past 4 years and have never had a bad meal (note: I have only..."
AJ
"Have been here quite a few times as a uni student to have a good quick meal. Karaage chicken is really nice, tried most of their don and they're..."
Lo9ve3r 4s
"We came here looking for chicken and vegetarian dishes. There were so many options that were vegan, vegetarian or pescatarian. The portions are..."
Aimee.
"Small store along high street that was a little hard to find at first, but is surprisingly cozy and welcoming The prices were very..."
Aislinn Yu
"Small, cute and cosy Japanese restaurant, good environment and atmosphere. Reasonable pricedconsider the location. A wide range of dishes that you..."
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"Came here with friends for lunch on a rainy day and got seated in a pretty cold room. Wasn't too uncomfortable but I ordered cold food - needless to..."
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"They have so many variety of Dons. The cheese chicken Katsu with salad was a perfect combination. And I had a Japanese style steak don. The diced..."
Daniel Lee
"This is my absolute favourite Japanese restaurant that serves the best chicken katsu curry I have tried yet. At such a reasonable price it is a great..."
Briar McGlynn
"Been coming here on and off for years. Yummy food. You can order mains, or lots of smaller dishes too share (or pig out on your own obviously..."
Charmaine
"The food is very good. I eat there very often and my favorite is the Teriyaki steak, the steak is very tasty and chewy. But the cashier is horrible..."
LI Jiao
"Great food, value for money. They have lunch specials on weekdays and all options are great. Food is delicious and service is very good. It's a great..."
Damáris Granha
"A nice place for quick and easy food. Very nice staff and the food came out very quickly. Good price and quality for the amount you get. Will..."
Nikki Rae
"About my 5th time going there. The interior layout is more spacious than before and goes well with the traditional Japanese design. The..."
Jason Zhang
"I ordered 3 kinds sashimi don. Fish was fresh but the rice was a little bit hard. The price is reasonable. I would like to had oyster and prawn..."
Sasikarn Engchuan
"Was about my 4th time here, and this time was probably the best dining experience I had here. The interior is very nice, really orientally..."
Oksana Zhang
"Love this place. Never let's me down when I need good fast Japanese food. Especially the udon and all the side dishes. They open till late so great..."
Lin Hua
"Went to The Don for a dinner - I ordered this cheese udon and my friends ordered macaroni and cheese and steak.I particularly liked how..."
Nisarag Bhatt
"UPDATE:Popped in for a quick lunch. The place was full of people, and there were only two table left. At such a busy time, there's normally..."
Jade0289
"Been here three times and they never disappoint! The food is ore dented so well and portion are little small for my liking. The prices also vary but..."
NINI
"Just went for the second time this week and again was not disappointed! It is just sooo tasty. So far I've tried the sauced chicken Katsu don, the..."
Claire Walsh
"This is my favourite Japanese restaurant ever. I've been coming here since my uni days which is well over 12 years. The staff are very friendly and..."
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"Good food, nice staff, and a unique welcoming entrance. Me and my friend tried their chicken skin, cheese spring rolls, yakiniku don and spicy..."
Emmelyn Fuentes Rosell
"On top of having a semi-private room that’s great for groups, The Don will impress even the pickiest member of your clique with its range of..."
Raymond Tiong
"I have been many times in The Don. They have very amazing food. I just love the atmosphere that reminds me Japan. Highly recommended to everyone..."
Mercan Kazankiran
"Hidden inside a gallery on High St, it takes a few careful steps to find this place. Plenty of good options in the menu, opted for the teriyaki udon..."
Rafael Fonseca
"A tiny food place for people living in city. Reasonable price, great food and Japanese drinks. Big menu and can find many choices. Not..."
Tanz
"I Loooveee the Don! It's my staples while I'm in uni and I came here a week ago and was surprised when they hit the wooden drum in the entrance when..."
Blackpearl
"One of my favourite Japanese restaurants in town. The tatsuta chicken is a must try! I've never had anything like it before in other Japanese..."
Ffionachua
"I went there with my friend.I ordered spicy chicken don and she ordered Katsu don (pork) which both of them are absolutely delicious.We also ordered..."
Pattarintorn Emmy Jusakul
"Food is great, went there for something quick,. I tried the beef sashimi,  Sapporo on tap,  Takoyaki,  and a Sushi platter. I really enjoyed I'll..."
Jordan Dorovick
"I have so many good things to say about this little Japanese restaurant. Great food, awesome quality and a range of traditional and non traditional..."
L Smith
"Lovely Japanese restaurant which has a great selection of meals. Love the Don specials as with a meal you are given a bowl of miso. They have..."
Amorita Maharaj
"The Don is another eatery for Japanese food enthusiasts. I ordered my go-to dish: chicken katsu Don and to be fair it was pretty nice...."
Annie Ren
"Sashimi was very fresh and cost-effective. I had seafood nabi, which is only $14 for many kinds of seafood and tofu. Also the wafu saikoro steak is..."
Carina Chang
"I only learnt about this place about 3 months ago and have been here about 5 times, great atmosphere if you have a partner or a group, food is..."
Ryan Wong
"Really great, cheap, European fusion food. We usually come here in a group, which has always been fantastic as it's BYO and there's plenty of dishes..."
Lee
"The Don is a casual Japanese cuisine restaurant on High street. They have many "don" (bowl dish with rice) dish on the menu. Beef, chicken, pork,..."
Mariko Sakurai
"Haven't been to this place since i graduated from uni! Glad to see that the place hasn't changed a bit and still maintaining their high..."
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"I liked this Japanese restaurant quite a lot. I loved the atmosphere and interior decorating and the staff are very helpful. While the food wasn't..."
Heidi Chapman
"After a heavy meeting, I and a few colleagues were hungry for something rich and filling.Having a stroll on High Street, we decided to dine..."
Medium_Rare
"First time at The Don, we walked in and there was no staff, so we were a bit confused, but still happily waited. The place was packed, as it was..."
Kirsten
"Come here regularly. It's great! Great service, excellent food at reasonable pricing ..."
Recur Transport
"We go to the Don quite often because their food has an authentic Japanese taste, unlike the other ones around this area. Personally, I really like..."
Liz
"We came here for a BYO dinner before heading out to town. It was such a good experience! $5 corkage combined with the cheap meals was great..."
Louise MacNaughton
"========================🌸 Chicken Cheese Yaki Udon ($14.5)..Udon is my favorite type of noodle, this dish is what i always order..."
Renée Chiu
"Came here with a bunch of colleagues and food was pretty good with quite a number of varieties. Quite authentic as they are run by Japanese, not..."
ChrisY
"Went there today just simply passing by and its was a really cheap eat, location was ok, clean and tidy but wasn't the best Japanese I've..."
Alwayseating
"As the name suggests, they primarily have donburis on their menus. Even as a large group we got our food quickly. I ordered the Karaage chicken don..."
Charlotte
"Great must try authentic Japanese restaurant on High street. Wide range of donburi, udon, sides and more! I highly recommend this restaurant, must..."
Brave Eat
"This is the best japanese restaurant in akl!! It's a hidden treasure in high street. Near bannsang there's a stair and go down and u'll find this..."
Claudia
"Got a small gathering with friends the other night. Great attentive waitress and the food was nice. Ordered Crispy Spicy Chicken and it came out as I..."
Bayu Purnomo
"The Don is fantastic all round. For a small price you get brilliant Japanese food and lovely service. I've never had a bad thing off the menu - as..."
Kelsy Fletcher
"A wonderful Japanese restaurant hidden away on high street. The variety of Don is really good. There were a good number of vegetarian options too. As..."
Kaushikc_32
"Came here for a quick lunch on a busy weekday afternoon. Service was friendly and fast. We went for their special which was a chicken don for just..."
Danny
"Dinner at the don~ superb!! Really liked it. Had the cheese chicken katsu ($14) and friend had a chicken katsu. It came with miso and some salad in..."
Ezzz
"Very happy with this place. Just under Bang Sang on high st. Standard meal prices for donburi type meals. $12-$13. We had the prawn curry with rice...."
Josh Law
"One of my favorite Japanese restaurants in the CBD. Always referring people to try this place out. The staff are super friendly and the service is..."
Gray Lockett
"Dropped in at lunch time and they always have weekly lunch special which cost about 10 bucks for one Don include salad inside as well as a muso soup..."
Jessie Tan
"Good authentic Japanese food with great service! it's nice to come here once in a while, probably for a celebration, as their food are little on the..."
Den Teo
"This is probably one of the most authentic yet cheap Japanese restaurants that I know. The restaurant was very nice, and the chairs were really..."
Razelle Icaro
"Really hard to find a real Japanese restaurant with actual Japanese people running it! The don offers quick Japanese fix with the taste of real..."
Chin And Prony Powichitkul
"Reviewed this place back in August 2015. Till today I'm still here eating my favourite chicken tatsuta don. Definitely tried more dish and snacks..."
Michelle Chua
"Love to go to this restaurant whenever I feel like Japanese. The waiters/waitresses are all very friendly though some cant really speak english well..."
Nicole Mae Flores
"I went to this place Saturday afternoon. It was very quite, reserved but very relaxing as well. They are really a Japanese restaurant and the people..."
Eduardo Dias
"Always good food and friendly service. The $10 lunch dons are well worth the price and are always hot and fresh. I can only assume the same for the..."
Miah Dixon
"I frequently dine in The Don due to its affordable prices and the tastes of the food. I particularly enjoyed their Niku udon because the soup has..."
Ameri Lim
"The Don has been one of my favourite Japanese cheap eats for a long time now, and it probably will be for a while! It just doesn't disappoint!..."
SS
"Hella authentic which plays a massive role in the taste of all their dishes- considering it's a mission to find delicious authentic Japanese food..."
Enyā V
"One of my favourite Japanese places in Auckland. My favourite are their donburi and yakisoba like dishes such as oyako Don, cheese yakisoba and miso..."
Neila
"I find The Don great for big groups, as there is plenty of space in the "back room".  The food is decent and there is a good variety to choose..."
Kwan-Lyn
"Since I am a uni student, I tend to be more leniant to cheaper eats, and this place is one I never hesitate to go to - for both lunch and dinner...."
Stephanie J
"The Don is located down a staircase and man... What is at the end of the tunnel gave me a pleasant surprise!Because the sitting area at the..."
MissEstherZ
"If you are looking for a nice and central Japanese restaurant that serves cheap and tasty food, then I recommend coming to The Don.I have..."
Georgie @ Georgieats
"I had a pleasant experience at this Japanese restaurant. The food was enjoyable, and the ambiance provided an authentic Japanese vibe, which I..."
Ashi Ezz
"I enjoyed this restaurant's aesthetic, it was very pleasing to the eye and matched the cultural setting for the food they served. The restaurant is a..."
Aryan Thanki
"Fresh well-prepared food, quality sashimi and sushi. Nice ambience, good service. Not so nice are the disposable chopsticks, good thing the food and..."
Ran W
"The atmosphere was lively and pretty busy. All of the meal was excellent, served quickly, and authentic. I would come back..."
Nathan
"Food was amazing with a decent variety of choices. Space is a little crowded and intimate but but once you're in and settled it's very..."
Sherryk Koswara
"The don was a really nice place for a lunch in city after a bit of shopping. We got the beef yakke, cheese pork don, and the salmon avo roll. All..."
Simonie Lam
"Feels like being in Japan. The atmosphere and vibes are great! Not even mentioning the food! 100% would come back again. Only downside is that it can..."
Duncan Tang
"I went on a Saturday night with my family it was hidden inside a building but shouldn’t miss out. The food were so delicious and not expensive at..."
Nazaretha Cortez
"Huge selection of dons which are mostly delicious. The food portion here is smaller than other places but it’s also cheaper than other..."
Y J Y
"Great food and a reasonably fast service for lunch. They didn't allow like-for-like vegetarian substitutions for the raw fish in the bento (even..."
Navin R
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"Grabbed a beer and a cocktail here after work before dinner. Cosy little hole in the wall venue. Cool decor and good music.Priced for the..."
Flippynz
"I ordered the miso glazed salmon bowl, which is a colourful and healthy looking dish. It was very filling. I enjoyed the salmon and edamame beans,..."
G1k
"After working upstairs, a quick trip downstairs discovered this amazing little spot! Value for money was the first thing I noticed! Sharing the..."
Shaun Ross
"Cosy venue. Fast and friendly service. Tasty food and drink options. Japanese bar with a nice vibe. Great option for us as a pre Eden Park stop...."
Ngaireannhobson
"Awesome staff! Shout out to Izy for having a sick music taste! Quality casual Japanese restaurant with nice food and nice vibes. Very nice..."
Tom Conway
"Came here for a drink and some nibbles with a friend last night. Small but cool atmosphere and it was pretty busy when we arrived round 7 but..."
Lizzie
"Good place, reasonably priced for it’s location and food quality. I got their teriyaki chicken bowl for $14 at lunch time and it was pretty good...."
Wapatino
"Came on a Thursday night for canapes and drinks as part of Savour + Switch. We were served their Seared Hokkaido Scallops and were blown away. Their..."
R-Dee Roche
"Lovely atmosphere and definitely a good spot for late night snack and drink. The snack price is quite reasonable. We had the pork bun, beef taco and..."
Bella Luv Food
"Quite a cozy find of this compact Japanese sushi place. Besides sushi you will encounter more authentic flavours.Really enjoy standing in..."
Angel Deng Yun
"Really enjoyed this place for lunch. Service was friendly and efficient and the food is super good value especially the donburi. I ordered the..."
Simone Halstead
"Love this small bar with its wide range of whiskey and classy cocktails. Japanese inspired, all things perfect. The vibe, music, just a..."
ShoRt
"Nice and cozy ambience. The service was good, staff offered to give us their best sellers and wines not listed on the menu. Just a small place but a..."
Rhea Kirstienne Chang
"A little sibling of sorts to Metro Top 50 veteran Ebisu, Fukuko is just the place if you want to grab a quick lunch or cocktails and Japanese tapas..."
Zoe Bowker
"Great drinks and nibbles. I enjoyed my plum wine and salt and pepper squid. Modern coziness ambience. Convenient location. Good for business..."
Travels4Food
"Went here for a quick lunch with my partner.  Worked on all levels - food (donburi) was quick, tasty and not overly expensive.  Service person was..."
Bridgee
"Sharing a kitchen with Ebisu, this bar nails both its food and bar menu. Whether you're looking for a bite, a nice cocktail or a bit of both, Fukuko..."
Hungusmcfatty
"My go to for lunch when I get sick of eating pizza everyday. I've tried almost everything on the menu - excluding the squid & fried chicken..."
NYNB
"I love this place, it's consistent and never let's me down. Almost don't like raving about it too much because it feels like a hidden gem you don't..."
Gabrielle Shrives
"Spent $25 but tried 4 different cold and hot dishes there. Tasty & fresh food materials. Nori chips was awesome texture. Pork Bun was served with $6..."
Michelle Hwang
"Came here for some late night drinks. What a cracking little place this is!! Real charm and Japanese vibe. Bartender was top class and even joined us..."
Troy Mortleman
"Such nice service and food - pork buns are 10/10 but i wish the chicken had more flavour!! But funky and cool place to go to - wish it was..."
Layla Bluck-Wulf
"One of the best little spots in town just waiting to be discovered and unearthed to redeem all of it's glory! This place reeks of the modern yet..."
GideonMarisa MasterchefNz2015
"I went here for a quick lunch today with a friend and loved it. The place was packed, great ambience and the food was great. We had the fried chicken..."
Fiona M
"Cocktails 5/5Food 4.5/5Fav little bar downtown for sure ..."
Taylor Collective
"I came here the other day for lunch and a drink with some friends. The selling point for me was definitely the $5.50 steamed pork bun which seemed..."
Charlotte Lewis
"Heard about this place everywhere I look on the internet so going in was imminent. Tried their tacos and it was great! Serving is on the smaller..."
Jaya
"Met up with some friends at lunchtime today.  I ordered the Salt & Pepper Squid and a Pork Bun. The Salt & Pepper squid was cooked perfectly and had..."
Juanine
"TOP 10 PICKS - I adore this little bar - however I wish it were a larger restaurant. No reservations here people- thats how good this place is. I..."
House Of Eats
"We came here for cocktails on a busy Friday night. The place isn't big but they're done a lot with the space. The tables are quite large but they're..."
Samantha Lines
"Just had lunch here at Fokuko and enjoyed their tacos very much. Tried their sole tempura taco that was juicy and had a bit of spiciness to it which..."
Ninjunkie
"Tucked away to Tyler Street Garage, a small sign points to one of the best kept secrets, Fukuko. As a first, or even second or third time comer,..."
UltimateOmNoms
"A couple of friends and I caught up at Fukuko on a cold, rainy night. It is a surprisingly warm and cozy space with clean lines, dark decor, mood..."
Genie @ BunnyEatsDesign
"Fukuko (meaning 'lucky child' in Japanese) is a small but funky bar tucked away down Tyler St in Britomart. Serving shochu (somwhere between sake and..."
Georgie @ Georgieats
"Great staff, I felt well taken care of here. Food was very good in terms of presentation and flavour, but was a little cold and the chicken..."
Rao
"Fukuko does absolutely sublime small plates of Japanese food. I stopped in for some lunch, and ordered the agedashi tofu, which, even if you are not..."
Liz Winstone
"Fukuko is a fun take on Japanese bar food, with fusions such as Japanese pulled pork tacos and classics like karaage fried chicken, it's great option..."
Auckland Food Tours
"After a chance encounter (when I was meant to be at Bikram no less) Fukuko has become a firm favourite for easy lower CBD eating. Think of..."
Madicattt
"This little hole in the wall is hard to find, but if you do, you'll find a casual selection of popular Japanese whiskeys (not top shelf, or rare, but..."
Sunny -
"Awesome staff, delicious ramen. Egg was perfect! Chashu pork sliced up pretty thickly but so full of flavour. Nori chips were liberally coated in..."
Yan
"- Great Cocktails - Nagasaki Sour 👌 - Chicken Karage 👌 - Chicken Teriyaki Donburi - Good mix of different flavours - Tonkotsu - Great, but..."
Tyler
"I had great fresh snack food (Japanese style fried chicken with garlic mayo) combined with professionally made Negroni. Very friendly and..."
Rico Dittrich
"Amazing selection of Japanese ingredients and house infusions. Alessio is crafting incredible drinks in Auckland. Must..."
Mark Michon
"The food was really good. The steamed pork bun was super soft and had great flavour. Good balance of sweet, and savoury. The roast duck taco is also..."
Gerard Cox
"Delicious food and cocktails! Very quick everything. I'd definitely recommend..."
Kelsey Howell
"Cool, smaller sized Japanese cocktail bar. They have fantastic array of cocktails, as well as a small selection of imported Japanese beers, and some..."
Antony Wilson
"Cocktails are a 10/10. While there may be a few small preference differences, it still shines pretty well deserving of a 5. Delicious ramen and duck..."
Geoff Wilson
"We had an amazing time here! The bartender was the sweetest and makes the most amazing cocktails. He makes his own infusions which is super cool!..."
Raniia Nugroho
"Randomly stumbled upon this place. The bartender (Alessio) clearly knows his stuff, made great recommendations based on our taste and is very..."
Sarah
"Really cool little bar for a late night cocktail. We were looking for a place to grab a drink after dinner without music blaring. This place had a..."
Gavin Hirst
"I went on Sat 6th June 2020 and I have to say, I was extremely impressed with the service there. As a gender non confirming person, I felt amazed at..."
Shomudro Das
"Funky bar! Excellent service and spectacular..."
Jorja
"Good food with value for money. I miss their cabinet sushi though! A great option for lunch if you are craving for Japanese Rice Bowls within..."
K EL
"You will not regret eating here. Perfect knowledgeable staff and exceptionally tasty food. I would highly recommend and I will definitely will make..."
Paul Tavan
"very chilled spot with heaps of atmosphere if you hit it at the right..."
Chong Looi
Taiko Japanese Restaurant & Bar
86/100 (798 ratings)
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"Amazing :)..."
Jay Ma Smith
"Love this spot. Great food and..."
Olivia Moor
"Delicious food, great service!..."
Samantha Borg
"I really like this spot, the food is good and always tastes fresh. The service is great, very accommodating..."
Lynco
"Been driving past this place for awhile and saw it here so gave it a try. Ordered sushi and we loved it. Taste great. Service is..."
Brandon Li
"This place is STUNNING. So good in fact we returned twice within two weeks, can't recommend this place enough. Kind staff, unbelievably fresh food..."
Steph
"Taiko Japanese Restaurant - Kingsland “Irasshaimase” is the first thing you hear as you walk in Taiko Japanese Restaurant & Bar. It’s a common..."
Altynai Saralaeva
"Delicious food, excellent service !!..."
Hello
"Wow I really liked the sashimi with wow presentation. So teriyaki eel was really yummy- it was a perfect lunch for Sunday lunch.Also the service..."
Fatty One
"The food taste good and fresh. Environment is nice and comfortable. Highly..."
Jackie Fu
"Fantastic food and service. Pretty basic decor.Great atmosphere.The seafood was amazing and fresh. I really enjoyed it here. Would recommend if you..."
Hongbo
"we come again to try their lunch menu, so surprised, really good portion with good price, the eel set is so good, highly recommended.  the whole set..."
LGarden
"A hidden gem in Kingsland, fresh sashimi, impressive decorations, good taste and value. However, our miso soup is way too salty? We will be back..."
Tom Lê
"The display was absolutely stunning, and the food was yummy with bold Japanese cuisine. We especially enjoyed the special bar drinks. Must..."
Vi Nguyễn
"Great authentic Japanese cuisine! Convenience location right next to train station. Good ambiance and friendly staffs. Will come again with..."
Vincent Nguyen
"Wow hand lunch here today 10/10 what a awesome lil place tucked away in kingslandNext to the train station Staff there top notch and..."
Gnxsta23
"Absolutely stunning sashimi selection of chef Takashi captured me and my friends on a Friday night. Along with juicy Karaage chicken and delicious..."
Jack Vo
"A great Japanese restaurant, with delicious food and excellent service. The Sashimi, Sushi Roll and Beef Tatar tasted so great, and must be..."
Felix Chen
"Subarasii!The location and decoration is amazing. Not mentioned the food. Very nice Japanese cuisine. Very fresh and tasty.Amazing sashimi,..."
BBW
"I came over on friday night with my mates. A great taste of japanese food. Very stunning sashimi food. Highly Recommend for all of my friends and..."
Tee Tran
"We’ve dined at Taiko twice recently The chefs cook a wide variety of Japanese cuisine Oustanding food outstanding service.Very affordable.Highly..."
Brent Nicholas
"Had lunch othet day. It was AWSOME experience. Love Japanesefood go to Japaneserestaurants a lot. Here is the best restaurant ever. Great service..."
Nyjer Morgan
"I had a nice dinner out with my husband. Fresh Juicy Salmon Sashimi on rice, nice - relaxing environment with warm Sake. Beautiful! We definitely..."
Huynh Chau
"The best Japanese food in Kingsland! Always excellent service and a friendly greeting. Love the Yumyum prawn, Tamago Japanese spinach..."
Emma Huang
"Actually nice Japanese restaurant, fresh food, quite an environment, the owner is greatly enthusiastic. I prefer their sashimi and takoyaki, strongly..."
Chris He
"I just visit this place today, service was nice and fast even though it was crowded. The food was fabulous. The Kaarage Chicken was spicy, crunchy..."
John Black
"I had Mother’s Day special menu. Very high stand food. Highly recommend this place. They have normal lunch time menu from $16.5 - 26.00 good value..."
Kiki
"Definitely ordered way too much for 4 people but damn it did not disappoint."Kikuni" (pork belly in broth) dish was amazing and can definitely..."
Nicole Mae Flores
"Really nice renovation done to the space. Food was really really good. Service was friendly. Highlight was easily the Kakuni! I will be back for sure..."
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"Delicious foods, fresh sashimi, yummy tempura and karaage chicken. Service is awesome! My husband was so happy with his father’s day lunch. Will..."
Jennifer Tang
"The unagi was delicious! A good portion too. The wagyu lunch set was just okay, a little tough. Sashimi tower didn't actually have much sashimi for..."
Yan
"The team at Taiko Kingsland turned on great food and service across the last few days. The front of house and chefs are doing a great..."
B B
"one of the best sake bar, dishes are delicious, slight cheaper than Masu/Azabu/Cocoro but foods quality can match those big boyz. only downside is..."
Dave Ai
"One of fantastic Japanese restaurants in Auckland. You can taste authentic Japanese food here cooked by Japanese chefs. Loved eating lunch specials..."
A K
"Fresh, fast and delicious authentic Japanese food. I took my Japanese homestay there who agreed it was true to culture Japanese food. Super..."
Rebecca Meffin
"Takio is a great Japanese restaurant in Kingsland! The atmosphere is cozy while able to cater for larger groups. My table ordered the Katsu Chicken,..."
Raynil Laxmidas
"We ended up here spontaneously. It was raining and we were looking for a dinner place in Kingsland. We were lucky to get a table for 3. The wait..."
Nupur Raut
"Eel set and wagyu set is amazingly delicious! authentic Japanese restaurant in Auckland. Ice cream is a must to order, matcha flavour is so..."
Marco Li
"If you want fresh Sashimi, beautifully fried Tempura and great Japanese food, this is the place to go. Have been a favourite for many years. Price is..."
Raymond Goh
Ken Yakitori Bar Anzac
86/100 (1172 ratings)
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Mid-range
"I love this place, they make hands down the best miso soup in AKL, the food is great, the atmosphere is really authentic, the staff is awesome and..."
Ginolatte
"Top quality Yakitori in a cosy classic bar. Be adventurous and try their chicken skin and organ skewers. Everything is done with precision and you..."
Bella Qian
"The food is always very good. But the seating is uncomfortable as it is bench seating and always seems to be full of people. I guess that comes from..."
Renie
"Oh my gowd, this is very good and decent Yakitori bar, I jst wish they are open one in Melbourne , Australia. We used to live in Auckland 8 years ago..."
Putriku
"Best karage chicken in Auckland (possibly even in Nz?!) always a special treat coming here. Very popular so book in advance for more than two people...."
Woodenbullet
"I always order their special combination skewers, which comes with a variety of popular skewers. I love their prawn wrapped in pork belly and beef..."
G1k
"If you have anything going on at Vector Arena thats a great place to start your evening with beer on tab and good japanese food. The beer brand and..."
Evilmaikel
"We loved our dinner here. Nothing new or special just good yakitori and beer in a cute little yakitori bar. The staff were friendly and they had..."
Tiges
"My favourite Ken Yakitori branch. My girlfriend and I got beef tataki, a 5 piece mixed skewer and japanese curry. The beef tataki was so so good! I..."
Rashane Tee
"K-E-N, Ken, Ken, KEN!!! Never disappointed by this place. Absolute number 1 go to for a cheeky little date. This place vibes, vibes, vibes. Have been..."
Kahu
"A nice place to have some drink and good food with friends and ur love one. I really like the interior of the restaurant. The moment when I step..."
The. GIANT. Eater
"Good place for drinking and snacking! I don't advise on a full meal here because those skewers stack up to $$$.But love how the chef grills the..."
Coral
"Ken Yakitori Bar is a perfect place to chill with friends on a lovely night. Sake is the a perfect match with Yakitori. We ordered Beef tataki, fried..."
LilianMonaghan
"Drinking Hole With Good Food & Relaxed Ambiance THE FOODOLOGIST RATING:- FOOD:-4.5/5 (Well Cooked , Japanese BBQ , Meats Cooked With..."
Saahil Cherieth
"Excellent service and casual atmosphere. Friendly staff took my order quick with fast serving time. About 10-15 minute wait for food.Had..."
Brian Liu
"Ken is a classic for a reason. I went to the original branch shortly after it first opened on K Rd, and he's replicated the same feeling on Anzac..."
Trix M
"Celebrated my birthday with friends here and loved the food! We were sat in the private room and dined with chainsaws hanging above. Great variety of..."
Bear Noms
"Yakitori was pretty good and kitchen menus were just okay. I kindly recommend to have many kinds of yakitoris as u want with your favorite drink ,..."
Yang Squid
"Not my usual type of place but I was happy with the service and the food here. We sat at the bar which I’m not that keen on but to be fair there..."
Bex Ellis
"Ken Yakitori is always a great place for diners, who want to experience a Japanese BBQ restaurant. I came here with my friends at 23.00 and the..."
Pita Jarupunphol
"Place is awesome! I went on Friday night, it's really crowded and people was keep coming until their closing. Chicken karaage was really great! ..."
MatildaK
"came here on saturday night ...I used to pass everyday and looks so busy and was for a good reason. .food it's fresh and nice you can see chef..."
Sofy
"This place is awesome!! If you're in town and need a late feed, I recommend highly! The food is affordable, delicious and very well presented...."
Manuela Ovalle Herrera
"Caution for tiny space inside and quite a squeeze when sitting down, but once you get the food it's good food with good company! But just don't bring..."
Nicole C.
"If you are looking for a late late dinner . Thi is it. Very friendly staff. Great atmosphere, fried chicken to die for. And amazing spicy fried..."
Pedro K
"I ve been going there for the last seven years and like it very much. If you like yakitori, small buzzy places and don't mind sometimes sharing your..."
Katerina
"This is a tiny cozy place with an authentic traditional Japanese Yakitori feeling into it.I usually take different combinations of skewers or..."
Fernando Mayoral
"Great service, very friendly people, food came out really fast, great tasting food. Favorite thing was the similar vibe it had to a..."
Kenji
"came here specially to try the lotus root chippies and their BBQ skewas, i go past them every weekend and wanna eat there like ages ago and finally..."
Diner8Here
"This place never ever disappoints. Hubby and I have this tradition of coming here at least once a year to relive our dating days as this area was our..."
R-Dee Roche
"I like this place. Japanese Sake-bar with Yakitori. Feeling like in Japan. The chef does the BBQ in front of you, have a chat with him,..."
Tanz
"cool place. went for the tuna sashimi on special, mixed skewer combo, broccoli and the miso & mayo dip for the cabbage. the tuna was delish and the..."
Zebedee
"Really good friendly staff, greeted with a smile. I sat at the bar but was also given an option of a table. They specialize in grill Japanese food...."
Clee
"Dinner night with three of my friends. The place was quite small, so we are placed near the bar. We ordered numerous ranges of barbecues and all of..."
Shirley Yu
"Authentic! Authentic! And Authentic! If you have experienced eating Yakitori in Japan and miss those Yakitori nights, I'd recommend this bar..."
I Love To Chew Real Food
"BBQ in front of me was so nice. All my clothes were full of smoked smell but the experience was great. Taste was good and service was also great. It..."
Lisa Kim
"Have been to Ken Yakitori many times over many years, and the food never disappoints. It's best to go with a large group of people and order heaps of..."
Misty
"I have only good things to say about Ken Yakitori Bar ❤️ First, the staff is so nice and smiley and attentive to customers. I always get seated..."
Linh 💛
"- very good staff. Attentive- authentic. Real variety of Japanese food as well as some fusion options- great taste. Fairly priced. /..."
DontScrewWihMaFood
"The beef tongue skewer here is.. Homagawd. i just can't.. It's sooo buttery, tender, juicy, tasty..I used to come here once a week with my..."
Fadilla Ruki
"I personally never had been to a yakitori bar before, but when me and my partner came here on Friday night, I was thrilled at what I experienced! So..."
Liza Mae Lintag
"Came here on a Wednesday night and it was surprisingly packed! Luckily we still got a seat. The seating plan in here is a bit odd and frankly there's..."
Winnie Luo
"Extremely cosy ! Great value for money.Love their chicken mince on skewer and also the wasabi octopus.Everything goes well with some nice..."
Globalfoodlover
"Lunch here was quick, healthy and delicious. The staff were attentive and friendly. The portion may look small but it was filling! Will come back to..."
Sukriti Bhatnagar
"Am never let down with this place. Have been here more times than I can count and it gets better every time. Prawn wrapped in bacon skewers are my..."
Maria Foy
"Small restaurant but quite busy at night. Friendly staff. Love there prawn and pork yakitori. We spent $74 for two people tonight. Quite expensive...."
Zoe Huang
"Yum! Have been here a few times and love it. The food is always consistently good. Love the atmosphere. Great place for a casual meal. Definitely be..."
Angela Trigg
"After the Russell Peters show and a few drinks this was a great late night snack foodie place! Food seemed to be served very quickly and it was..."
Sungsam7
"A friend and I popped in on a week night recently. I haven't been in for some time but I was pleased to find the food and service was still..."
Gus
"Ken yakitori is one of my favourite yakitori bars in Auckland. (Tanukis cave is still by far the best in my opinion...) Only downside is I tend to..."
SS
"I’ve been a patron for over 10 years now and the service, experience and delicious food remain one of my favourite dining experiences in..."
Nick Allen
"Brilliant brilliant brilliant!The food is magnificent. The service is just right. The ambiance and overall theatre of this restaurant cant..."
Richard Sharpe
"Absolutely loved this place. Great atmosphere, good vibes..The food and service is AMAZING! Loved the chicken hearts!!! Yum yum yummy. Promised my..."
Mack Tamatea
"This is my favorite place to eat, the staff are extremely nice and accommodating, the food consistently well prepared and tasty, you can spend some..."
Big Eddie G
"This place is and will always be no. 1 in my list for Yakitori. They serve the best charcoal bbq'ed skewers in Auckland and probably in the country!..."
Shirley Liew
"Ken Anzac is consistently good. Staff are accommodating and friendly.Not the cheapest, but thems the breaks. Their yakitori..."
Liam
"This place remains my favourite in Auckland - always fantastic food, for what I think is very reasonable (two of us for $60 including a drink each)...."
Jonathon Bowie
"I and my friends went to this place at a very late night for Sake and light meals. The environment was good, but the large table was not well..."
Paul Nash
"Ken Yakitori is a favourite of mine. I love that it's such a different way of having a meal. Mostly skewers but plenty of other dishes as well. This..."
Lisa V
"Thus far, Winter's been suspiciously clement and stews haven't really started to appear in my kitchen. However, I couldn't resist one of my..."
Flyingkiwi
"Ken is a REALLY, REALLY good Japanese eatery in Auckland. It's small but full of energy; smell of grilled meats that make you really hungry even from..."
YellowBlankets
"God, I love Ken Yakitori so much...honestly, I had to think really hard about what I didn't like about it!!?Warm and dark, loud and..."
Mina Ross
"There are at least three reasons to visit Ken Yakitori. First of all, its an authentic Japanese experience. Second, the food is very different from..."
Danny
"Ken Yakitori is my favourite restaurant in Auckland. I have been coming here for 20 years and it is always a great time. The food is delicious and..."
Ben Jurisich
"We had read about this place before coming to Auckland for the World Cup and it did not disappoint. The portions are perfect and allow you to try..."
Adrian Aguirre
"Great little Yakitori Bar. Couldn’t stop ordering! The beef tongue and chicken hearts and hearty miso soup my..."
Tim Elwin
"An old favourite from even 15 years ago. Every time we come here we have a protein galore. Special mentions: beef tongue, pork belly, chicken..."
Darren Ren
"Very good food although somewhat expensive. The yakitori combo is enjoyable in order to figure out what you like before ordering more. The small..."
Diane A
"All foods are perfect. The chicken skin is good, and i like unlimited cabbage. Sashimi is delicious but expensive. Highball is bland.Draft beer is..."
Jenniya
"This is the best yakitori place I've been to in Auckland. Ken is legit. The offering is real and reflective of a typical yakitori bar in Japan. The..."
Regan Doyle
"The best & authentic Yakitori joint I have ever been to in my life!!! Not only all the foods and drinks were great and authentic but also service..."
Kaz Sat
"Really nice food, been here for couple..."
Steven Wang
"Nice food for late night dinner, been here last decade. The ox tongue in the combo was always overcooked, otherwise everything was good. I noticed..."
Amanda Choong
"Best Yakitori Bar in Auckland. The food is always cooked to perfection - as in how much the food is cooked, the perfect flavouring of salt/sauce...."
Ju W
"Must try prawn with pork! Amazing! Beef croquets. Yes tiny portions, yes you wait. But the ambience and (seriously delicious) Japanese beer will make..."
Linda A.
"Small restaurant with delicious yakitori skewers. Prawn wrapped with porks skewers and scallops skewers are highly recommended. Small mixed sashimi..."
Yuan Z
"It would give a feeling that you are at some local yakitori place in Japan. Visited twice a week. The foods were so delicious and the service was..."
Jean Lee
"Some of the best food I've had in years! Great service, delicious yakitori that look simple but are steeped in skill and craftsmanship! A real Food..."
Jasper Gobes
"Amazing food, great atmosphere and wonderful staff! Like being in Japan but without the flight. We've been coming here for many years and it's..."
Gavin Robinson
Sushi Pac
86/100 (319 ratings)
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"My absolute 'go to' sushi place in Auckland, you can't get fresher ... that's why the queue is always so long (and they move super fast)! The food is..."
Nikki Thomas
"Just always awesome!! Incredible fresh sushi with fresh ingredients! My staple on a saturday when I can get in the..."
James Stebbing
"The most interesting, delicious sushi, and the staff are so friendly! Always reasonably priced..."
Georgia Beasley
"My favourite place to eat Sushi in town staff are always friendly..."
Célia Ville
"The top place for not only Sushi, but other Japanese..."
Christopher Paul Tipper
"Top notch A+++ best truly Japanese Sushi in..."
Michael Chen Yu Kan
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Vincent Nguyen
"Amazing selection and sooo yummy, very friendly staff with gorgeous smiles. I would happily eat it every..."
Abby Summer Davies
"Amazing Flavour on the Sushi! Amazing Miso soup! Friendly Service! Convenient,..."
Ðamien Van De Merwe
"It's great..Even my husband who didn't like sushi before like their..."
Jie Cincere Zheng
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Liss Dunn
"Consistently great sushi here.  Find myself coming here about 1 or twice a week to get my fix. The location is right in the lobby of my work so it..."
Amindha Fernando
"Food: 4/5Service: 4.5/5Service: 4.3/5My favourite sushi place in cbd so far:) the rolled sushi is just $1.2 and there are a big..."
The Poor Foodie
"First time trying sushi pac. Usually don’t like avocado but this one was really nice in sushi. Beef sushi was real tender and juicy. Miso soup was..."
Rosanne Choy
"I make special trips to the city and only to this Sushi Pac branch whenever I have the day off! Best value for money. Fresh, tasty and of-course..."
Food 24/7
"i love that Sushi Pac gives you the option to mix & match sushi,  instead of selling by pack . It works out better value for money, quality & wide..."
RL.P
"I personally think this gotta be the best sushi pac compare to the other ones they have ! They male it so tasty and clean and their filling portion..."
Its Me
"Cheap delicious sushi! I like how we can't grab our own but need to be serviced as I feel like it's better sanitary that way! They have a wide range..."
Annie Wilson
"Great variety of sushi. They offer all kinds of sushi rolls like cream cheese and chicken, beef, kumara and your typical salmon and avo. If you are..."
Hotdog&Buns
"A colleague introduced me to this place and I have been missing out! I love being able to put together my own sushi selection instead of having six..."
Emma W
"Love coming to this place! friendly environment and staff who always have a smile welcoming the customers! Well priced and you can choose a variety..."
Jake Bartley
"Very nice and tasty sushi at such cheap price.We love eating here,perfect for lunch.The place is convinient and has sitting area too.Quality and..."
Nashi Dasgupta
"We come here often for lunch. The sushi is always fresh and a wide variety. My favourite is the tempura prawn sushi. The chicken katsu curry is..."
Jasmine Tay-Paepae
"Always wonderful sushi & friendly service. Well priced, good variety, nice & fresh. It's quite heavy on Mayo but has brown rice options. BBQ salmon..."
Sian
"The best sushi in auckland and I'm not even over exaggerating. The staff are friendly. The food is fresh and great tasting. You can peak a bit of the..."
Sheiar Al Osachi
"Really convenient location and seemed quite busy! Service was okay, the girl who served me took about 10 minutes and asked 3 people to figure out..."
Mikayla Plaziuk
"Heaps of choices + large + reasonable price + fresh = Happy customers! Come here often for quality sushi and the staffs are really helpful and..."
Peanut
"This place is absolutely fantastic if you are wanting a good healthy lunch takeaway. Sushi is a really great part of Japanese cuisine since it's..."
Kirsten
"Out of the 3 Sushi Pacs in town, this is the only one with proper seating. They've got a big range of sushi, but you have to get in there..."
Where.iate
"A great proportion of choices and the price is reasonable. I got four pieces of sushi and spent $5.5. The taste was good and I could choose the sauce..."
Shirley Yu
"Fantastic value when they're selling their sushi packs for $5 towards the evening.Not much to criticise them on as they offer superb..."
Ed
"My colleague A used to say, this place was the best sushi place in Auckland CBD. That's a major statement, right there. As a sushi fan, I found this..."
Vivi S
"My go to for sushi. This place is so good! Staff are polite and friendly, the service is quick and they never make a fuss if you ask for more ginger..."
Lisa V
"Sushi was really fresh. Much better than some of the other places in the city. Impressed with the large range of choice and the ability to pick..."
Ryan
"Although I've eaten sushi a lot, I usually can't tell the difference between a good sushi and bad sushi. I tried Sushi Pac yesterday as I happened to..."
Annie Ren
"Love their special half price deals after 4:30! It is a gem place tucked away behind the Body Shop on Queen Street. I wouldn't have wandered in if I..."
Tian Tian Zhang
"One of my favorite sushi places in the city. They make really good sushi that DONT BREAK. Good quality/value for the price, specially the temaki..."
FlyingMonkey
"generous amounts of fillings and friendly staff. their mayo range is guiltily fulfilling. probably the first place I think of for fast-food style..."
Che-ming Chang
"So, so delicious. They have such a wide range of flavours and types of sushi, every single one of them being a delight to eat. My personal favourites..."
Maria Carmela
"After reading lot of reviews , I finally decided to try out this place. I must say the sushi that they prepare is very different from St. Pierre or..."
Vivek
"Fresh sushi with generous fillings. Lots of variety. Fav are Spicy Chicken, Grilled scallops, teriyaki beef, salmon&avo/cream cheese. NB: Durham St..."
Bobby Anderson
"If you're in the mood for sushi then sushi pac is definitely a must try. Tucked away in a corporate looking building. The restaurant is very tidy..."
O0zeroh0o
"Sushi PAC is a nice place to visit...What makes them stand out are their final touches (read designs) on the sushi's...they are really attractive..."
Tony Stark
"Love this place. Great value, fresh and delicious. Highly recommended. Personally, I still prefer Japanese style sushi, so I was so happy when I..."
Jessica Hsu
"Great value, super nice staff the only place that I know that does cheese rolls! 2 kinds of miso - vegetarian and shrimp both delicious and starting..."
Cristina
"Obsessed with Sushi Pac! I love the BBQ scallop, spicy crayfish, and the spicy tuna. The food is always fresh and the staff are always greeting with..."
May Wang
"This has to be the best place to go to get the best sushi in town. They have multiple shops in the cbd, and the two that I've been to are equally as..."
Dog Eats World
"Great service with truly fresh ingredients. I always grab some sushi when I take North Shore buses around lunch time. They provide great vatriety of..."
Hanajan
"Great sushi joint located on the ground floor of a building off of queen street. Sushi pieces are great value for money when compared to the local..."
Marcus Ball
"pacs a punch greater than..."
Pat Satji
"Love the variety at this little place. Great for a quick lunch when you're on the go, even when there's a line out the door! Try the one on High St..."
Paul Garcia
"Very friendly staff, clean and nicely themed restaurant and most importantly, awesome Sushi! Some of the best, if not THE best I've had. Huge variety..."
Lucas Randt
"Hate that this sushi pac isn't open on the weekend as it's my favourite sushi place in the CBD! So much choice. Store is clean, staff are friendly,..."
Elen Haf Field
"One of the better sushi places in town. Decent prices and lots of options. They do a really good chicken..."
Sam Soo
"love their sushi so much! best sushi in town. but they close before 6, they said they close at 6 on google, but I went to their shop at 17:40, they..."
Anna Zhang
"Easily one of the best sushi places in the town. The guy is super nice..."
CF_J S
"One of the best Sushi places open in the CBD right now. Reasonably priced too. Plenty of..."
Matthew Franks
"really great sushi, delicious, fresh, good variety, and really friendly..."
abigael alexander
"Definitely the best casual sushi place in Auckland. Interior was clean, the staff were friendly, and the sushi was..."
Andrew Robilliard
"Quickest lunch you can get! Best thing about this place is that you can select your own..."
Rachel Auckland
"Sushi is so yummy and fresh! Friendly staff and their BBQ Salmon Bowl is..."
Sandra L
"My favourite sushi place in Auckland. Fantastically consistent sushi, good, quick service, and happy smiley..."
Tom Starr
"Not a big fan of the tiny packets of wasabi and pickled ginger but their sushi is pretty decent..."
Alex Manson
Chop Chop
86/100 (961 ratings)
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"nice little place, quite small so seating is close together but works well. Waiters are very nice, often topped up water and cleared plates promptly...."
Megan
"Quick service, great to sit at the counter and watch the chefs, good value for money, huge bowl of noodles! I always get the 'chop chang chilli' on..."
Nicola Richards
"This is one of the most amazing ramen places I’ve been to. My partner and I consider it our favourite dinner places. We’re regular customers..."
Kajal Patel
"Fantastic ramen for an amazing price! Left feeling extremely satisfied and full! Amazing and helpful service. Loved that you could see the chefs..."
Cheapeatobsession
"The soup was so rich in flavour. Pork based soup with roasted pork belly (with crackling as well). The ramen was quite different from other places...."
Teresa Kaori
"Nice little noodle place. They are most always packed during meal times. Tasty food and generous..."
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"One of my favourite places in Auckland, beef brisket ramen is very yum. I love the vibe of the place and the way the art up has been made.Happy..."
Marco.salvalaglio1991
"This place is awesome! We felt right at home with the service very welcoming and very friendly .The food is crazy good, the Cobra Kai ramen is..."
Max
"This place was recommended by my friend and it did not disappoint my tastebuds! We ordered the 12 hr organic beef brisket noodle and the koji fried..."
Rea Roxas
"They provide a fantastic qulaity of toppings. I would go to here even they sell the ramen above $23. Toppings are amazing and especailly pork belly..."
Dw.tonyyy
"Loved the vegie rice bowl. Fresh tasty and full of flavour. Happy with price. Will go..."
Kylie
"An awesome relaxed atmosphere for a Sunday..."
Sharmayne Hardwidge
"Enjoyed their chicken rice bowl and the fried chicken is yummy and the portion is generous. Have been there for a few times and will keep going there..."
Sherly Chan
"Really delicious vegetarian miso ramen. Was extra nice today because they put in vege noodles made out of carrots, daikon and zucchini instead of the..."
Hayley Roberts
"We went for the Eat Drink Love Ponsonby menu and the food was delicious! The service was great and pricing super reasonable. Can’t wait to come..."
Cheyne Stevens
"Never fails to deliver delicious ramen (go for the jerk chicken one) and great drinks. My favourite place on a wet and wintry night! Gets busy, but..."
Karen Chow
"Not your traditional Japanese ramen. If you’re looking for authentic ramen I wouldn’t recommend this place. But if you’re looking for something..."
Sabrina Hea
"Kojic fried chicken is really juicy and tasty. Beef ramen is the best ramen in town!! Full of flavour and the beef is cooked to..."
Denny M
"One of the best ramen places in Auckland. Located inside Ponsonby Central. The kitchen/bar area is centered in the middle surrounded by bar..."
Lucy
"One of the best noodle in Auckland. The beef brisket was soft and flavorful. The crispy chicken was crunchy and reminded me of japanese karage...."
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"Had lunch with team here on Friday We got there at 11:45am so we had to wait 15min till they opened up, Definitely worth the wait..."
Gnxsta23
"After trying a ramen dish from Glenfield, I can tell you I was pretty put off the dish that Naruto had made look so delicious.I had a mate..."
Storme Hitaua
"I love their beef brisket ramen! The beef is so tender and the soup tastes so good. You need to be early though as there’s lots of people waiting..."
Dessie S
"You can actually see how they cook and prepare your ramen! Hehe Very cozy place and the brisket was the bomb. Will definitely come back...."
EA.
"Loooove their Beef Brisket Ramen! More ‘White Ramen’ style than traditional Japanese Ramen but the broth is so flavourful and the beef briskets..."
Bonnie Hu
"Good ramen and their fried chicken is to die for!!! The place can get quite packed and therefore can also be quite loud and hard to get server's..."
Lynn Le
"THE best ramen restaurant in New Zealand so far. Most ramen places I've eaten so far were either too stingy with meat e.g. 1 sliver of meat, or..."
Jin Wan
"We had a meal here just a week ago.  Pretty crowded but to avoid disappointment, I suggest you go there bit earlier.  The place wasquite..."
Tony Wan
"Ordered the Cobra Kai Super Mega Ramen which was packed with a variety of different meat; fried chicken, pork belly, beef brisket, and bacon. The..."
Vivian C
"Fried Chicken Ramen! So Awesome make sure you add mayo. The chicken is so succulent, I recommend getting a whisky too makes the experience even..."
Kelsey Simons
"Cobra Kai - the most complete ramen in town! Korean (kimchi and spice), Chinese (pork belly and fried chicken) and Western (bacon) fused with..."
Benz Chan
"I cannot wait to return to Chop Chop! We went on a Saturday night and were seated at the bench area where we were able to watch the food being cooked..."
Chloe
"I absolutely love Chop Chop for a casual and always delicious bowl of Ramen, it’s a go to at least once a week for something warm, delicious and..."
Ziggyscratch
"Chop chop is such a cosy noodle/whisky bar among the haven of food choices that is Ponsonby Central. When I say cosy, I mean cosy as it is super..."
Jenny Da
"One of my favourite ramen spot! A highschool friend introduced the place to me. The first time I was there I thought the menu is ridiculously pricey,..."
Sime Cajot
"This place is damn good. I got the crab bun and corn balls while my boyfriend and friend got the beef and chicken ramen as well as a hallertau each!..."
Sophie Wilton
"Service was nothing special, lady was warm and got straight to the point. My meal was good, I had ordered a pork & a crab bao. Nice, but I think..."
Evannah Kenwright
"Go to place for some ramen fusion, specially the pork! Korean style chicken is also the bomb. Ambiance is great 👌🏼. Consistency is key and they..."
AngryWhenHungry
"Had passed Chop Chop many times but wasn’t in the mood for ramen, finally decided to go and I regret not going sooner! The portion of food you get..."
Hansi Dissanayake
"Nice cute little place! Only complaint would be the lack of beer menu (but that depends on your preference). The ramen was so flavourful and tasty!..."
Stephanie Kourti
"Hands down my favourite place to eat in Ponsonby central. Simple and delicious menu to choose from. Went back twice in just over a week and they were..."
Panini T
"The salad freshens up the meat and lightens the grilled taste and oil, but could have some light dressing on it to add some flavour to the dish. Make..."
Hardysweden
"This is one of our fave food places in Auckland and we only have a few on our list! The photo doesn’t give justice to how good is the food in..."
Kate Javier
"Ramen was amazing! I got the Twelve Hour Organic Brisket which had extremely good flavour. The noodles were perfect, not soggy and had a bite to it...."
Paoi Reyes
"We ordered a pork ramen and a crisy chicken ramen. My pork cutlets were basically roast pork. The roast pork they used were prepared beforehand and..."
Dennis Kee
"Chop chop is my go-to winter restaurant. It's relaxed and easy, a good view of the open kitchen and has food to die for! I like to order the Koji..."
Alice S
"My friends and I came here several months ago. We ordered ramen, soft shell crab bun and fried chicken. The bun is good, but the ramen isn't really..."
I'm A Foodie
"Fried Jerk chicken ramen accompanied by the ambience of the restaurent of sorts was an experince I would recommend to everyone! Food menu was short..."
Sunny Gill
"Good Services,Nice design, good food, fast service, price a bit high but acceptable. Note: they do good ramen, but not authentic Japanese ramen,..."
Tanz
"Chop Chop is quite a great place for me because their noodles are different and delicious. Very nice atmosphere, it's a great spot for get..."
Thom
"Came here on a rainy Tuesday night with two friends and high expectations. While we were full and mostly enjoyed what we ate, admittedly I was a bit..."
Raymond Tiong
"We came in from the cold and ate ramen. How good is that? She had the pork ramen. She was surprised to see authentic Chinese roasted pork!!! I had..."
Mei
"Chop chop is hidden by a curtain, located in ponsonby central with dim lights and limited seating. It's not as accommodating for groups of friends..."
Anna
"Had Pork Rice Bowl for lunch. The pork belly was cooked well. The skin was crispy. I thought the kimchi mixed with the rice would not go well with..."
Nico B. Valderrama
"We ordered pork ramen and miso ramen for lunch, soup base for pork ramen was nice, but pork was in big chunks and it was hard to chew; not the..."
Cecilia Wu
"Noodle was really nice and service also really good. especially when I had beef noodle I fall in love with this. of course my friends loved chicken..."
Yahihi90
"Had the beef brisket ramen bowl, this was ok. Presentation was beautiful and everything was cooked perfectly. Definitely enough for two people. The..."
SJ
"Got the Pork Ramen and Beef Brisket between two on a Thursday night. The Pork ramen was quite salty for my liking, but nevertheless it was..."
Oksana Zhang
"Staff are very friendly and accomodating. Me and my friend tried their beef ramen which is superb and the serving is good for 2, but my favorite is..."
Chay P Rosales
"My first time coming here. Love the bar seating around the kitchen and overall vibe, very cozy. Though a little bit dark so a quite difficult to read..."
AJ
"Love love love the ramen broth and the crispy pork crackling of their pork belly bun. Their fried chicken is great too. Came here for dinner on a..."
Y Anne
"I quite enjoyed my experience at chop chop. The chicken wings and Raman noodles were very good but the service was average. There was a great..."
Flucym
"Came here with a friend tonight for dinner. I ordered the chicken rice meal and my friend the same except vege. Both were yum and a nice thing to..."
Juliet
"Been here a few times and the food is always great! Not to forget the fantastic customer service . I had the Koji fried chicken (photo included)and..."
Teddy Summers
"As part of The Blue Breeze Inn you can only ecpection greatness and that's certainly what you receive. Amazing value for money, delicious food and..."
Kelsie Smith
"Brilliant, delicious, needs more seating. Can't go wrong with the ramen, I though the eggnet was pretty average. It is always full but so worth the..."
Anna
"Nothing beats a good bowl of Ramen on a cold winter night.  I'm a big fan of restaurants that let you sit around the kitchen and watch as your food..."
Ashlene Cheryl Cardoza
"I thought someday i would outgrow ramen, but man was i  wrong.! My partner recommended visiting this place, because he knows how much i love Asian..."
Ruchita Choukar
"LOVE this place. Only downside is that there could be a bit more seating but this is probably hard for them to achieve. Ramen bowls are to die for..."
Georgie T
"Just a lovely spot for a lunch or more. Noodle and buns with Asian inspiration. Pork Ramen, 12-hour braised brisket Ramen and even the Barley Veggie..."
Angel Deng Yun
"While I'd be no expert on how authentic this ramen tastes, the broth is certainly very tasty. I thought the service was pretty commendable for  this..."
Mysticmojito
"First time at Chop Chop. Was told to try it out. It's my friends first time as well. I love the vibe and the atmosphere. And since it's also and..."
Michelle Chua
"If you're very hungry, or generally have a huge appetite (and love ramen), this place is where you'd want to be. The flavour of the noodles/broth are..."
Ffionachua
"Came here the other week spur of the moment with 3 other people. We decided one 2 pork belly soups, one beef brisket soup & spicy pork rice bowl. I..."
Samantha
"Ordered the smoked brisket bun and my friend had the twelve hour organic beef brisket. Both dishes were delicious and full of flavour. The staff..."
Rhea Kirstienne Chang
"The cured salmon salad and the Koji fried chicken were two of the best dishes in our opinion. Service was..."
Nathan
"Just wow!!!! Fantastic style of seating surrounding the kitchen. Comfortable stools that have sufficient space to spread out a bit. Great menu of..."
Sharon W
"Great hidden place in Ponsonby Central! The brisket ramen is my top..."
Ana Vila
"Nice vibe to hang out with friends or colleagues . The beef brisket ramen is good. People who are big fan of authentic Japanese Ramen may be..."
Qun Xia
"Had lunch here and thought the food was good. Obviously the ramen is fusion style, so it has a couple of unique flavours. The beef brisket ramen was..."
Edmund Lee
"oh man this was one of the most satisfying bowls of ramen ive had. texture of the noodles came out exactly how i prefer them, firm/al dente. good..."
Kit Poon
"Wonderful little noodle house tucked away in a Ponsonby food court. We were lucky enough to get a table as it was packed. Sat at the counter..."
Morgan-Sean McCright
"The Jerk Chicken and Cobra Kai ramen was tasty. The chicken wasn't overcooked and the favor melded into the broth quite nicely. The location was..."
Brit Law
"We love this place. There is something cool about it. Small comfy very warming atmosphere. Not loud even tho it is always full. Yummy food. Brisket..."
Daria dd
"We are regular diners there. Love the pork ramen and their buns. Price is reasonable and affordable. Service is nice and it is interesting to..."
Seita
"10 dollars for each bun, soft-shell crab bun is amazing. Chicken wings are good, but they’re a little bit too salty for me. Next time will try..."
Xinger Huang
Red Pig Korean Restaurant
86/100 (785 ratings)
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"Went here with a friend. Got the spicy chicken and bulgogi to share. Service was great and the food was delicious. Bulgogi was fantastic, really..."
Bianca Santayana
"Came here for my friend’s birthday dinner and I can definitely say Red Pig is a high quality KBBQ place. I literally ate my body weight in food..."
Sharon Louie
"We ate here on a Saturday night 3 of us. The waitresses were friendly and we ordered our food - we had ordered the korean fried chicken half and half..."
JJ Jenkins
"Always order pork belly here Korean style spicy pork is the best. Service is friendly, staffs all kind and..."
LuNa The TuNa
"Love their bbq party. We ordered pork belly and spicy marinated pork tenderloin also some soybean paste soup. Yummy food and i love the pork meat..."
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"Ordered korean marinated pork, spicy marinated pork, and chardol soybean paste soup. The ingredients for everything was really top quality, the..."
The Scarfoodie
"The pork makchang is super soft and not too chewy. I reckon it’s the best place in Auckland for..."
Jonathan Chau
"Pretty authentic Korean BBQ. Overall the experience is good. Maybe try to add more items on the menu? I feel like the selection is quite limited and..."
Super(・_・;Phoebe
"Great Korean BBQ. Great choices on the menu. First quality meat to cook. The beef tartare is my favourite. Very traditional with the pear and tasted..."
Sorry_vonguenumber
"Excuse the underqualified photos, the lighting wasn't bright enough :( This place was worth the five stars because the food is absolutely..."
Asianfoodie
"Fkn some amazing kbbq @redpig in cbd.We ordered 2x 항정살/ inner pork shoulder/neck ($44) and 1x 막창/ pork gizzard ($23), along with cold..."
Guilty_eatsnz
"Kimchi pancake all day every day! Can't get sick of that and when I'm craving it, I can't go past Red Pig. Came here for a BYO and it's soon going to..."
Amindha Fernando
"This is one of the first places I've been to where the type of grill you get is dependant on the meat that you order. We had a fairly large..."
Benedict Uy
"I have been watching Korean dramas lately and been craving for Korean BBQ. We ordered pork belly, beef spare ribs and soy paste soup, plus lettuce on..."
Evelyn Chen
"Lunch time favourite amongst our workmates. Only $14 and comes with generous and delicious Korean food with side dishes. Have tried their bbq dishes,..."
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"Seriously good! The corn and kimchi pancake were great and the staff members were so nice and helped us out a lot. They made it a great first Korean..."
Avo
"I’ve only dined here for dinner, in terms of meat I usually order the boneless beef short ribs (not marinated), pork belly and pork neck. Portion..."
G1k
"Superb food and amazing hospitality. Friendly staff and food is so delicious, went there for bbq and it was the best. Pork Neck is my highest..."
GPark
"They have a big selection of hot dishes in addition to their bbq meat selection. Their marinated meat is seriously good and the meat is tender even..."
Donna
"Friendly staff and good food, sensible price. It’s a perfect Korean bbq experience if you are after authentic K bbq. Nothing fancy but as good as..."
Miss Monkey
"Such a cosy little place to eat at. Prices are reasonable and the mixture of small/large tables are great whether your sharing with a large group or..."
Sophie
"Such a quality korean bbq... unfortunately not a buffet but the quality reflects the price well. Nice side dishes, will definitely be back... awesome..."
Rob Lam
"Super pricey because you won't be just eating one menu each. Whenever I go with a friend or some people we always end up having at least 3 orders..."
Its Me
"A bit on the pricey end of the spectrum but we'll worth the price. The service and quality of food provided was well done and just overall a great..."
Liah
"#CorianderCouple It's an amazing experience for us. We usually have Korean BBQ at All-You-Can-Eat restaurants because of the price. However this time..."
IMwatermelon
"Went here for dinner with friends last year.Pancake had a strong seafood flavour to it. Spicy ramen hot pot was actually quite spicy but that..."
Rosanne Choy
"I do like the set up of the BBQ stone plate at the of the table, and the concept of cooking your own food - it was a lot of fun!We ordered..."
Michelle Ma Belle
"I really like this Korean BBQ place. Easy to find and their food are really good. We got the marinated pork and the marinated beef ribs. The staff..."
Marggie Pascua
"Like this place for Korean bbq. Plenty of street parking around here but tricky to find one during weekends as is at the city central. You need to..."
Shazza
"My favourite here is their pork kimchi stew!! Usually I order pork belly and marinated beef. Meat here is so good and it really is worth a try...."
JeannePTang
"My partner and I ordered beef scotch fillet, spicy pork, kimchi stew and spicy cold noodle. The beef is very tender and fresh and the pork is..."
I'm A Foodie
"First time in a Korean BBQ, I enjoyed the experience of cook your own, staff are very friendly and helpful, the food was cooked just as i like it..."
Kathy O'Connor
"Make your way from lorne st up through the terrace and water features towards kitchener st then you will see red pig right there.overall deco is..."
Vivienne_Moo
"Great location and food. The best Korean BBQ in Auckland and great value. Spent close to $25 per person and had plenty of food left over. Good..."
Pawanpuni
"Food was yum! Atmosphere was great! Service was ok, although they don't explain what they're giving you, we had no idea what the sides were & when to..."
Lia.ksi
"Great service and environment. There were few customers when we had lunch in Red Pig. We are not good at BBQ and the pretty waitress helped us. There..."
Hongjun Wang
"Friday night, 8pm dinner party of 4 Value: 4/5A little bit more on the pricier side then what I'm use to when going to Korean..."
Sarah
"You must try their spicy seasoned fried chicken. Seriously, it’s delicious.I came here for a group outing of 9 and had 2 gas..."
Anna
"Red Pig is amazing - I have been several times and the staff are freindly and helpful and the food is tasty and amazing. I love the steak and pork..."
Courtney O'Connor
"Very good Korean BBQ. The spicy chicken is good. Spicy pork and beef short ribs is a goer. Helpfull staff. Clean place. Well priced. Two people about..."
Alas
"WOW!...Okay. So I go in to the Red Pig for lunch & I order stir-fried bulgogi with spicy rice cakes, not expecting too much since it isn't a fancy..."
Magic Bleeds
"Fav cute korean restaurant. Love the food especially the spicy stir fried chicken for lunch. Had dinner here as well a couple of weeks ago and loved..."
Mele.petelo
"Came here for dinner and was not disappointed. We ordered kimchi noodles, cold noodles, pork belly and beef ribs. The place was quite busy and the..."
Sabrina Chae
"We came here on the night of the Labour Monday. Didn't plan it first but as most places were shut we ended up at this place but we were very glad we..."
Christian
"Went to Red Pig couple of weeks ago with my friends. Good ambience, very good service and nice food. We enjoyed at Red Pig. ❤️ will be back..."
ArcHee Mgr
"Went in for lunch on a Wednesday afternoon. Clean and tidy. Fair variety of meat cuts for a Korean BBQ.  Surprised with no alcohol in the..."
Pranav
"I've been wanting to come here for the longest time and finally on Tuesday night my friend and I decided to go here as a spur of the moment kind of..."
Ati
"Came to red pig at lunch time and had a spicy beef soup. It was just amazing to have some hot soups in the winter time, the beef was soft and the..."
Di
"If you want to try Korean BBQ style this place would suffice.  The food was really good but the restaurant is very noisy -  too many loud  young..."
Anna Fern
"I think Red Pig is my favourite Korean restaurant now! I came in here with a friend at around 2.30pm for a late lunch. We were greeted by a wonderful..."
Kirsten
"We visited tonight wiz other 8 ppl. We have great time here. Such a nice place to catch up wiz friends. The BBQ dish is really good as well as some..."
❤️Irene
"There is a warm place to bring me lots of memories of childhood. Ordered one classic meal box for $ 8.00 and one kimchi soup for $ 12.00 Taste was..."
Michelle Hwang
"Very yummy korean BBQ. Clean place and great service! The happy hour special they have is very nice and great for value. Overall, the meat..."
Winnie Luo
"Probably my favorite Korean joint I've been to so far! If you are looking for some top quality and authentic Korean food this is the place. Their..."
Sofia
"Hmm my serious craving of dishes such as Budae-Jjigae, jajangmyeon, bossam, Ginseng Chicken and godly Korean fried chicken has rendered my..."
Medium_Rare
"Delicious kimchi hot pot for $35 that can definitely feed at least 2 people. Might seem expensive but it has a lot of kimchi, meat, dumplings, tofu..."
Heidi Chapman
"Pretty good tasting kimchi hotpot for $35, comes with a kimchi stew with tofu pieces, ramen noodles, meat and dumplings so pretty good value too...."
Heidi Chapman
"Tried this place Easter Sunday (no surcharge). We opted for the boneless beef ribs and the spicy pork, cooked over charcoal, with the option of plain..."
Jemimah
"I love the place. It looks different from other korean bbq house. We ordered 3 mains. We thought it wont be enough for us because the portion looks..."
Joanna Marie Francisco
"Went here this Sunday in their happy hour (5:30 ~ 6:30) which you could get 2kind of pork bbq with soft drink for $30. It was a good experience, the..."
Anastasia Kadir
"Yummy Korean bbq place! Great for friends gatherings and some soju. They have this really nice rice box, even though it's quite simple it actually..."
Jenny Da
"OMG ITS SO NICE :3 such a cute, well decorated restaurant with "high tech" fancy bbq tube haha. The boss and waiter is so nice and enthusiastic, the..."
Ezzz
"A new Korean BBQ restaurant, good deal with tasty pork, especially the pig neck meat. More than four dipping sources you could choose, free endless..."
Michelle Dai
"Went there tonight for dinner. I like their pork belly and beef ribs. Staff will cook for you as well. However, i dont really like their fried..."
Zoe Huang
"Delicious korean food!!! However, I like to enjoy my food without being watched over every 0.5 seconds -_- the soups are amazing!..."
Sofiamsunshine04
"I love the atmosphere here ^.^ The food is a little pricey and I wish it was cheaper but all in all - I really do love this place; I come here almost..."
Elain Fei
"Red Pig has a casual, funky atmosphere suited to young people, compared to other Korean bbq places. We got the earlybird special - they have 2..."
Misty
"It was my first proper Korean BBQ experience and I was not disappointed. Came here with 5 friends on a Friday night for dinner. We were seated to our..."
Where.iate
"We came here as a big group on a Friday night and lucky they had a table for us. Staff were really friendly and attentive. The food portion was quite..."
Trin
"OMG....First time ever to this place, so welcoming and we could choose where to sit. The inside was cool it had a homey kind of feel to it. The..."
Jo Koteka Toparea
"Just walking to uni and discovered this restaurant! I must say, it was so nice being greeted so well that I was decided to dine here for..."
Kelly
"Fantastic restaurant with fantastic food. When we first received our order it didn't seem like a lot of meat, but the sides plus extra rice ordered..."
Joseph Mavumkal
"As a Korean I always welcome new Korean restaurants as there are only a few, and even fewer that I like. This place seems promising and it definitely..."
FoodiePhysician
"Always a go to every weekend. Service is so good, lovely manager Yeuna and staff are always happy to serve. Hats off to the kitchen staff as well...."
ab nieva
"Authentically Korean BBQ, our group of 4 were not disappointed. Service was fantastic with the waitress being very patient with us while making our..."
Lisa Allen
"We ordered half&half chicken today! It was really yum and crispy! I know red pig is bbq place but chicken is good too! Thanks red pig🐷 We had a..."
Linda Lim
"Best Korean bbq I’ve ever had loved the atmosphere and the food and the service definitely recommend!!!! Will be going back to Auckland just to..."
Talia-rose573 Robinson
"Good atmosphere! Delicious food and side dishes. A bit pricey but worth it for the experience! Definitely get the pork belly and the corn. So..."
Elaine Ang
"This is one of the first places I've been to where the type of grill you get is dependant on the meat that you order. We had a fairly large group so..."
Benedict Uy
"The price may be a little higher compared to other Korean BBQs, but the quality is also better. I prefer Red Pig rather than those ”all you can..."
Enny Benzonelli
"My partner and I ordered beef scotch fillet, spicy pork, kimchi stew and spicy cold noodle. The beef is very tender and fresh and the pork is..."
張白毛
"Delicious food, great for sharing with a few people. The only negative is it's difficult to seat groups larger than 5 or 6, and the prices are a tad..."
Nathan “Nate”
"My partner and I came to Auckland for the weekend, and was recommended to go to Red Pig. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience there. Food was..."
M Fi
"Really delicious and yummy Korean BBQ. Would definitely..."
Grant Joe
"Delicious korean bbq. Slightly cramped. BBQ pork and steak is very good. Recommended for..."
MARK MA
"Ordered korean marinated pork, spicy marinated pork, and charcoal soybean paste soup. The ingredients for everything was really top quality, the meat..."
Rosie
"First time going to this restaurant. Quality of meat for bbq pretty good and place is good for small groups and sharing. Staff are polite and..."
Yen Luong
"Solid place for korean BBQ. The portions are decent sized and tastes amazing. However, the seats are super uncomfortable and the price is a bit..."
Big Man
K.soup
86/100 (313 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Korean
Asian
Korean
Korean
Asian
"PORK BONE SOUP - must have dish here. The perfect place for a cold rainy day for some Korean soup to warm up the tummy. The pork bone soup had very..."
Ju W
"The house special pork bone soup is really good! Definitely stop by if you enjoy Korean..."
Darren Ren
"Hands down the best Pork Bone Soup/Gamjatang in town, not even debatable….all that meatiness and the right level of spice… just the next..."
robert kim
"Delicious pork bone soup!!! I have been trying a lot of korean food in Auckland, and this simple meal is the winner. Pork is fall-off-the-bone..."
Nalinee May Sukanjanashoat
"Many styles of Korean soup and food, I recommend sizzling squid with octopus, free kimchi but have to asked for, good atmosphere but difficult to..."
Phunipa Bhurishawarangkul
"Such a lovely soup stop 🍜 Beautiful soups, chill vibes, licenced, clean & cozy. The service is fast but relaxed. I would guess this authentic..."
Syd Eats
"This is one of the cleanest Korean restaurants on Upper Queen Street. Good range of traditional Korean bone broth soups available. Though, the dishes..."
Bettina W
"Tried the gamjatang (pork bone soup) and it was everything you could want in a bowl of soup - hearty, piping hot and full of flavour. The meat falls..."
Suan Yean Ong
"💯 recommend this place. Beautiful decor and soothing music. Owners were soooo lovely and generous. Let's talk about the food... wow!! I've lived..."
N V
"Beautiful, authentic and very delicious Korean food. Lovely service and very clean and very tidy interior. "A" Grade for food safety and hygiene...."
J H
"Lovely relaxing atmosphere with yummy food. I had the sizzling squid, the flavours were delicious and the rice on the side was nice and sticky. I'm..."
Tori Milligan
"DONT WASTE YOUR TIME.....going anywhere else for Korean! We had pork bone soup! So much flavor, tasty and generous portions. Best we've ever had! ..."
Akosita Teo
"Food and staff are great. The staff are so sweet and you can't help but root for them. uwu. My nitpick was that the food was a bit sweet to my..."
Sarah Kim
"Always really good! I've tried most of the menu now, including the new items like sizzling squid, and the taste is always fresh but like it was made..."
Emma Weeber
"Ordered the lamb soup and was pleasantly surprised with the quantity of meat served. Soup was served nice and hot and the side dishes tasted..."
Oliver Yap
"Amazing! Brilliant! Very good food! Excellent service! Tried a lot of dishes and love them..."
suzy
Monsoon Poon Akl Ltd
86/100 (3756 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Thai
Vietnamese
Indian
Indonesian
Thai
Asian
Indonesian
Gluten Free Options
Indian
Malaysian
Malaysian
Asian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Prawns
Noodle
Beef
Eggplant
Salad
Wings
Laksa
Chili
Crab
Duck
Lamb
Fish
Tapas
Tacos
Curry
Sit down
Indian
Asian
Malaysian
Indonesian
Thai
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Private Dining
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Free Wifi
Seating
Accepts Credit Cards
Lunch
After-hours
Dinner
Mid-range
"Had a fantastic night last night with my husband's colleagues. The ambience of this place is nice. Even though it was busy, service was prompt and..."
Snappy Panda
"nice location by the viaduct and convienently next to the downtown parking building. Food comes out fast and we enjoyed the wontons and tandoori lamb..."
bobbyanderson10
"(Visited on 20 September 2023, reviewed on 21 September 2023) My friends and I went for dinner at this place. It has beautiful decor, and the food..."
Hasha Samarasekera
"Love the decor of this restaurant. The food was ok. Service could be better. Eg, topping up our wine and..."
Jo Yap
"If you want to have a get together with friends , then this a very good place to be in Auckland CBD . Food was average , Service was good , staff was..."
Haneet bhardwaj
"The atmosphere was lively and it was such a a great place to have a catch up with friends and family. Great Décor, welcomed by a lovely member of..."
Duncan Tang
"Great food. Lots of variety. Service needs improvement. Food was great with a menu for..."
Mani Kaul
"Terrific food and bar Great staff. Must visit for full kiwi..."
Greg Close
"Had a lovely meal here. Absolute fantastic service. We had Alanah who went above and beyond to make our night enjoyable. The food was exceptional, I..."
Joanne Hosie
"Yummy food and mocktails. Wonderful vibe. Singapore noodles with firecracker chicken is amazing. Try the colonial mocktail..."
Shadiya Shaleen
"Been going there for years but not many times a year. Every time the whole group raved about the delicious food and the good friendly service. A must..."
Andre de Wet
"Delicious food with great atmosphere. The staff were great. Food was incredible and most of our dishes had spice and yummy flavors. They..."
Sam Julian
"This place is so good I’m leaving this review as I eat. The staff is extremely friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is definitely a must..."
Noor Gharbo
"hopping lil spot in the CBD that makes decent bowl of laksa and perfectly poaches prawns. their kitchen has a wok side and a tandoor side which is..."
Andrew Kumar
"AMAZING FOOD AND AMAZING SERVICE. -WILL I VISIT AGAIN? YES -WOULD I RECOMMEND OTHERS?..."
EASYMONEY DAGGER
"One of my favorite places to eat! Food is absolutely amazing and the staff are super friendly and welcoming. Would give 10 stars if possible! Can't..."
Jessica Philpott-Green
"Best food we have had in Auckland yet. Definitely recommend. You won’t..."
mohammed helou
Wok'n Noodle On Shortland Street
86/100 (824 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Fusion
Fusion
Asian
Indonesian
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Noodle
Pad Thai
Curry
Sit down
Asian
Indonesian
Fusion
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Delicious and full of flavor. The portions sizes are perfect, and the food was super fresh. Reasonable priced and the staff was super friendly...."
Jessica A
"Good place for lunch. Their portions are massive. To be honest worth getting a take away container and split into two meals, or becoming lethargic..."
Olga S
"My new favorite Auckland restaurant. We had Roast Pork Noodle (21.50 NZD) and Pad Thai (19 NZD), both huge portions, tasty and inexpensive for CBD...."
Marcel Schmid
"The taste is fantastic! Thanks so much - didn’t expect vegetarian options to be this delicious ❤️ too..."
Aakash
"Fantastic food and fantastic service. The food is always fresh and served nice and hot. This place is always packed yet the staff is mostly happy and..."
sheeba lamba
"If you are into genuine noodle you need to try Wok’n Noodle Bar. There is one in Normanby Rd which I used to go a lot and now I am here at their..."
Reza MDI
"I've been walking past this place so many times before I had the chance to finally try their food. The place has a lovely vibe and the staff are..."
Sindy Luu
"Best Asian food in Auckland! the noodles and curry are super tasty. We order the food to go and the portions were big. Unique flavor at a reasonable..."
Joaquin
"Had the Thai style vegetarian noodles - amazing! Great atmosphere and service and love the easily customisable..."
Genevieve Simpson
"Tasty, quick and healthy. An Asian fusion quick eat restaurant and takeaway. Love the low carb option. A local favourite. Probably come here at least..."
David Palfreyman
"I love their drunken chicken fried rice. The service is amazing too. The guy at the front counter is lovely...."
Thiviya Sri
"The teriyaki chicken noodle dish was delicious, great portions, and the chefs were transparent on their process. Great place to eat in Central..."
Kiril Climson
"Super tasty food and very quick service. Lots of options on the menu and very reasonably priced. There is seating indoors and outdoors. Highly..."
Mansha Dubey
"One of the Best meal I had in my life ! Perfectly prepared..."
Juliette Arrial
"Fabulous food and service. Friendly and helpful staff. Food was fast and..."
Parny Atiwetin
"Been here many times and still surprised how good these guys are! Quality food at decent prices and huge portion sizes. Extremely flavourful as well,..."
Jed J
Red Elephant
86/100 (1706 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Thai
Thai
Asian
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Curry
Sit down
Asian
Thai
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
After-hours
Dinner
Mid-range
"We haven't had a family dinner since the beginning of the year so we decided to visit Red Elephant for some delicious Thai cuisine. Having been to..."
Sharon Louie
"First time visitor and was blown away by the service and quality of food. Would highly recommend this restaurant! Will be visiting them..."
Pretesh Patel
"Nice Thai restaurant in town. Food is awesome. Service is very quick and professional. Definitelt would love to visit again on some special occasions..."
The. GIANT. Eater
"I dined here for a work dinner with my team. The interior is very relaxing with classic music playing and the service is immaculate - our water..."
Mya S
"Must try the flaming chicken which is their signature menu. While chicken literally comes out on flame. It doesn’t taste anything special, but you..."
Jonathan Chau
"My favorite Thai restaurant in Auckland. Sophisticated interior with spacious seatings. Well presented staff with excellent hospitality. A..."
Lucy
"Great ambience and service. Variety of options on the menu and the lighting is just perfect. Tried the vegeterian pad Thai and it tasted nice and the..."
Nyasha Makunga
"Great Ambiance and very quick service. Tried Pad Prig Sod with Chicken meat and a glass of Chardonnay. Delicious food, good quantity and overall a..."
Sehaj Mehra
"Well, first off, I don't give 5's as nothing is perfect, but I wish there was the option for a 4.5. This really was a great experience. The..."
Glenn P
"This is absolutely the best place for Thai Cuisine. The service is lovely, the owner is so welcoming and takes care of all your needs and the..."
BelaIna
"Beautiful restaurant environment and great customer service. First time dining here but definitely not the last. Every bite of food was filled with..."
Sital Kumar
"Prices little towards the higher side but good food & service. Lovely ambience. One of the better Thai joints in the area. Highly..."
Kishore Mitra
"Have been to this restaurant a few times with work colleagues and it has never disappointed. The dishes all come in portions to share and the lovely..."
Angelique Cagara
"Great place. Good service and the food was on point. Asked our waitress for a few recommendations and she couldn't have had it any more..."
FoodieBeast
"Nice atmosphere, spacious and fancy interiors, pretty decent foods cooked from fresh ingredients but meats were lack in marinate. Authentic..."
Injae Danny Seo
"You can't miss the iconic red elephant statue situated at the front of the restaurant. From the outside it looks more like a business building than a..."
I_like_pickles
"Not the biggest fan of Thai food, but I did end up liking the food. Service was good, but got annoyed by the fact the waitress kept topping up the..."
Adhisha
"I always see the red elephant statue outside this restaurant when I drive along khyber pass and thought to give it a try! Absolutely no regrets...."
Jenny Da
"Food was nice and bit expensive and also they should not charge extra for the rice.  And should update their menu and add satay Chicken as a main...."
PRITI RATHOD
"Cannot thank Abdul and his team enough for the great service, food and night! I had an event at Red Elephant last week for around 40 guests and each..."
Vaimoana Tevi
"First impression - Bad! Had a bad experience with the owner Abdul.Second impression - Great! The food is the best Thai in Auckland hands..."
Pankaj Kini
"A very tasty meal experience. Generous portions which makes the price seem reasonable. Dishes here range from $15 to $40. Rice is per head, so if you..."
AdLee
"Delicious! Went and had a fantastic meal with family. Loved every part. The staff were welcoming, food spicy but just right and lots of great..."
Rowan Rebecca
"Great service, tasty food, good vibe and good location. Food portion is big and well worth it. Great for work Christmas dinner and other..."
FoodieAsh
"Red Elephant is an amazing, fancy restaurant to dine at for a special occasion or in a group. Although quite expensive, it is up there in the best..."
Ashleigh Michelle
"Good parking - good service - good ambience - smells great - yummy food. A must visit for authentic Thai cuisine. To top it off very very fast..."
Taran
"Went there with a group of 5 last night. I must say its an amazing place !! Very accommodating for when we booked for 8 and only ended up with 5...."
Basra2nv
"This place has the best authentic curries. They were definitely worth the price.I loved the elegant and sophisticated atmosphere. Service was quick..."
Miriam Mikaelson
"What a fabulous restaurant,Amazing attentive service, lovely ambience and decor, was freezing outside but restaurant was comfortably..."
Franhorsman
"been here 3 times over the years/ one of the best thai places i ever eaten at. i have been to thailand and the taste is similiar but actually the..."
Mojo Jade
"Would give this restaurant a 10 if option was there. Came here tonight with my husband and our couple friend as a date night. Oh my word we ordered..."
Debi Barrett
"Very well presented dishes are served with rice potions as much needed.Not sure about authentic thai food.... This is one of the best options I..."
JPK
"The Red Elephant has a great ambience.The restaurant caters for large groups. It's my family's go-to for birthdays and occassions.I..."
Brenda Phu
"Celebrated sis' birthday here. The service was great from start to finish as the rice and water refill were consistent. The environment was..."
Jason Zhang
"Epic food, epic service that makes you feel special. Abdul and his team do the business every time. Very attentive and happy to tweak the menu to..."
Andy Bruce
"I came here a while ago but all the times that I have come to eat, I was always impressed by the food I was served. My partner and I came here for..."
SHIKA 🍇
"If I ever have to recommend a Thai restaurant to anyone , this place would be it. I've been coming to this restaurant for almost over 5 years now,..."
Vinnie
"This place us mint. Had a whole snapper and it was delish!! Very good food, popular place as it was packed out on a Saturday night. Parking a little..."
Gavin Leat
"I had a gluten-free pad thai dish at Red Elephant the first time I went. It was delicious, but the noodles were a little stiff. I really enjoyed the..."
M.K.
"Thai food at its best! Red Elephant offers you healthy, clean and a very Thai like experience.The food here is expensive ( almost..."
Aabhas Dole
"My friends and I have a great night at red elephant. We order the whole chicken,raw Prawn, beef and green curry wiz chicken. We love the whole..."
❤️Irene
"Saturday night, a busy day doing shopping and we were quite tired. We were a bit hungry but we didn't want to dress up and go out for a fancy..."
Eduardo Dias
"Very nice clean healthy Thai food a cut above most others.The dishes are almost twice the price of most Thai restaurants but worth it in..."
R & A
"I've dined here a few times now and always enjoy the food and ambience. The location is quite random and from outside it doesn't look like much, but..."
Charlene Weaver
"Good food and good service however the staff dont seem like they know what the menu is about. I always ask for a plate that doesn't have vegetables..."
Sheiar Al Osachi
"The best Thai place that i have ever been. The curries are really awesome and the ambiance is very pleasant. The waitresses here are very warm and..."
Sriram Annayan
"Bloody delicious i tell ya ..."
Arie Ali
"The trade mark elephant at the front, even better now wearing an All Black jersey. What's not too like. Great food, great service, great place. But..."
Dean
"So I was looking to dine at a restaurant to celebrate my birthday last night. That's when I remembered Red Elephant which a friend had mentioned long..."
Zahabia
"I have been here a few times and I am consistently satisfied. The dishes came out relatively quick and they were all so tasty! Definitely would..."
Sherry
"We enjoyed an absolutely 5 star evening here yesterday for my birthday, opting to go with the set banquet menu. Our waitress was lovely and friendly...."
Kershia
"Been wanting to try out this place for a while now. Heard great things about this place. The decor and feel of this restaurant is very nice and warm...."
Queena
"YUM! great service great food, smells delicious as soon as you walk in the door. A very fancy Flaming Chicken seemed quite popular. A very great Thai..."
Rachel Benge
"Have been here a couple of times. Perfect choice for Thai food in Auckland. Super courteous service and some amazing and authentic Thai food. Very..."
Rakesh Sethi
"Great atmosphere, staff were friendly. It took a while for the food to come out as the were busy and had a large table to serve so it was very..."
Lena Guo
"Red Elephant is one of my go to Thai restaurants. I have been here about three times, and the ambience is lovely. Perfect for a date night!..."
Sheena
"Amazing food and staff we had the banquet room for a good friends birthday and every single one of our dietary requirements were met. Thank you for a..."
Kellie
"This has been my favourite place for Thai food for almost 10 years now, all the way back when the elephant was gold. What I like about this place is..."
Calvin
"I'm not sure who this place is owned by but from what I saw of the staff it may be Indian people, which is really surprising for a Thai place! Prices..."
Maia Churichkova
"Walked in to a beautiful setting: red and black decor, white table linen, clean, tidy .. a visual pleasure.Service: PerfectionFood: Another..."
Vyvie Kyle
"Good was bloody fantastic. I went here previous to the update when it was called golden elephant a few years ago and food hasn't changed. I had the..."
Richard Tran
"Dined here for my birthday last month, when I booked I didn't realise that this place is like a fine dining restaurant. The night we went ..."
Miss Kiki
"Forget the neighbourhood Thai restaurant that made you think you know Thai - Red Elephant is one of the finest Thai eateries in Auckland, and has..."
Gentlepig
"This is the first time I've eaten here. I have driven past this place many times and often wondered where and how to get in. Finally decided to try ..."
Oliver Samin
"There’s a reason the Red Elephant is considered an institution when it comes to Thai food in Auckland. Located, isolated on Khyber Pass in..."
Danny
"The back story: Everyone knows the red elephant. Or if they don't - it's probably because they haven't figured out who the big red elephant belongs..."
A Culinary Affair
"Always a fanastic experience. The service and ambience is very lively and full of colour. The famous flaming chicken is delicious and the curries are..."
Jayden Campbell
"This is the best Thai I have tried in New Zealand. The food the service and the friendly atmosphere is just fantastic. Food envy is at large in this..."
Andy Thomson
"Calamari salad was amazzzzziiinnnggg!!! fav meal atm and i loved it. service was great too, the lady who served our table knew the menu well and..."
Vanessa Ross
"I was most impressed with the service and quality of the meals we ordered. I requested a dish that was not on the menu and they were more than..."
Paul
"Went there with a friend on Saturday night. We were served by very friendly staff who checked on us from time to time,so happy with their..."
Super(・_・;Phoebe
"Simply amazing :) best thai restaurant in town. Love the service with very elligent n beautiful decore where anyone would love to spend..."
Ruchi
"Took a party of five for dinner at Red Elephant on 21-2-15. Service, cuisine, ambience, and decor were uniformly excellent, if there was a rating..."
Dave Myatt
"07 Feb 15 dinner for 2 was great! got the mixed entrée + flaming chicken + pad thai + pinacolada + Singapore sling + mixed traditional desert! and..."
Kunal Kumar
"4 of us dined at the Red Elephant for the first time on 23.10.2014 and found it really lived up to its great reputation.  Parking was easy in their..."
Alison
"You can always guarantee a great meal here.The food was excellent - I tried several dishes and especially enjoyed the freshness and..."
R
"Great Ambience, lovely food accompanied by awesome service. Since I have travelled a lot I understand the Thai Flavours really well, and their food..."
Brianna L
"I have been enjoying One Red Elephant for possibly 20 years, right back to when it was called Chang Thong. Abdullah, Dianna and Nick are fantastic..."
Graham Viall
"I had dinner here last night with a group of friends. We all thought the service was excellent. The food was above average but they have great wow..."
Niall Brady
"Its the best and the most consistent Thai Restaurant we have been too. we have been going here for a number of years know.Food is always Great ...."
Dharmendra Lal
"Good service and very tasty food. Especially liked the flaming chicken!Only thing I was disappointed about was the fact we ordered a prawn..."
Nicky
"Excellent friendly service and wonderful food! The seafood is very fresh and tasty and the banana dessert is amazing.Will..."
Leoyoung
"Nic and his brother, owners of restaurant are fantastic people - would rate them 6 stars if the option was available. World class..."
Ken Choong
"I went here with my friends and family, the food is always excellent and service is great...A bit pricey but well worth it, you'll get what you paid..."
Kethy
"Had a farewell dinner for our colleague at work. We had the banquet menu and had lots of left over to take home. We all enjoyed the food especially..."
Tess
"Great food, good service, a mistake in the drinks order was corrected without fuss, nice atmosphere, enjoyable evening, a little expensive when..."
Ben Doletti
"My friend and I went to Red Elephant last week and enjoyed the wonderful food and excellent service of the restaurant, everything was an experience..."
Grace Powell
"Red Elephant offer a fine dining take on Thai food. The red and black New York bar mood lit interior adds to the atmosphere.They're not cheap,..."
Ellie
"We've only been once, but it was ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS! The food was divine, service as awesome and the atmosphere was great. They were VERY busy but..."
Steph
"Went there Saturday night for dinner with Hubby and young daughter. Food was great. Service was great. I love the way they bring the curry dishes..."
Lilly B
"I have to second the comment about "I cannot understand what people are complaining about"Food was great...Panang Curry was awesome, and..."
Hayden
"Great food, staff and atmosphere. Would recommend to all if you love Thai you got to try this..."
Lydia Craig
"Not sure what some others were complaining about. Excellent friendly service and delicious food! The restaurant was packed so it paid we booked in..."
Dan
"Amazing food!! Excellent service!! And didnt think that it was over priced. Food was delicious, desserts yum and COCKTAILS ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS.. The..."
Yeboc
"Delicious! We tried the mixed appetiser and loved all of it. The yellow curry with chicken and potatoes was one of the best curry dishes I have ever..."
Nat
"This place is amazing. I'm a big foodie and i've been to so many thai places. I have to say, this is by far one of the best thai restaurants i've..."
Malaika
"One of the best Thai Restaurants I have been too. Right from it's ambiance, space, presentation of table, food, hospitality, etc, you just feel so..."
Kshitij Garg
"I spent my birthday with hubby here and had the most amazing experience. The service is fantastic, the food is packed with flavour and served with..."
Robyn Kriel
"Celebrated Mother’s Day dinner in this lovely, well awarded Thai restaurant for 11 people. No doubt portions are huge, good for two people and to..."
Arlene Barraca
"Came here after a long time not being here. Quality of food still very high, service was also good. Price as you would expect from a higher end..."
Wilson Shum
"You won’t miss the giant red elephant outside the restaurant if you drive pass Kyber Pass Road to Motorway 1. This Thai restaurant has been running..."
Maggie Chen
"Visit for birthday dinner. Available restaurant car park. Appetiser-mixed appetisers: doesn't feel that they are made in the house - maybe frozen..."
Kristen Jung
"I’ve dined here twice and both times were exceptional. Authentic Thai prepared to a high standard with a healthy selection of ingredients. Tasteful..."
Renae C. Greenman
"All the Star said everything, what can I said more. Great good and great..."
jason li
"Food was amazing overall, very tasty. Quantity was a lot as ordered two dishes between two people so had to takeaway. My drink was really nice as..."
Priyanka Prasad
"Delicious 😋 food. They keep their quality ever since I known the place. Friendly and kind staff. A truly Thai..."
Rasika Ranawaka
"Always a pleasure to come here. Call ahead to book on Fridays and weekends, other days you'll be fine. Excellent food, big variety and fantastic..."
Crytos
"Love this place. Great service, great food and a great place for a romantic dinner with you wife or girlfriend, whoever’s free😂😂It’s been..."
Michael Cartwright
"So good!! Really enjoyed. I highly recommend. Great service, friendly staff. Food was delicious and relatively good size servings, one dish good for..."
Jackie T
"Beautiful place, lovely atmosphere and amazing food. The staff are super friendly and..."
Lee-Ann Ungerer
"The iconic elephant that I have seen for years on Khyber Pass - just off the motorway. Well, we've finally been and the food was amazing, the service..."
Albert Maynard
"Have driven past so many times and finally made it. The food is delicious, staff are so lovely - we’ll be..."
Lorraine Mannington Guerin
"The food tasted amazing! Had red chicken curry and sizzling tender beef. Most of all I was blown away by the excellent service! Only negative is..."
Kelvin Danielson
"Awesome experience and very modern ambience. We felt like royal family as the restaurant was very quiet due to Tuesday night. Amazing Thai food and..."
Gopi Dinakaran
"We've been there twice. Excellent service, food was sooo..."
Riddhi Mehta
Xuxu Dumpling Bar
86/100 (810 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Chinese
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
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Shrimp
Beef
Dumplings
Chili
Duck
Prawns
Fish
Pork
"Perch, situated in the heart of Britomart, occupies a charming and welcoming corner spot, making it an ideal choice for a refreshing drink and some..."
Tammy-Jade Collymore
"Beautiful place, great food. My favourite was duck spring roll. Tender meat, not fatty and tastes duck and not duck fat. Lovely place to unwind after..."
Olga Sosina
"Enjoyed their dim sum for lunch in a such stylish atmosphere. Wine was good but I just hoped there would be more variety of menu for lunch, like rice..."
Chika Maruta
"Nice, intimate atmosphere for a random Thursday night. The Midnight Moth cocktail was the fave of the night, along with the beef and kimchi dumps..."
April May June
"My partner & I stumbled across perch as a spontaneous date idea, I was definitely blown away by how time efficient everything and everyone was. The..."
Angel Davis
"Quite a small menu but it has everything you need at a dumpling bar. The duck + hoisin dumplings are AMAZING. We also tried the fish, sambal and..."
Sarah
"Our new favourite Dumpling place! Great service (I think the waitress was called nicole, but not sure), we had pork and shrimp dumplings, fish sambal..."
Joaquin Frutos
"Our first outing since 108 days of lockdown. Went for all you can eat. Everything was delicious, including the chilli cocktails. Like most people,..."
ed aye
"Quirky fun setting, private and cozy feel. Just the right number of dumpling flavours, 4 dishes was perfect for an early entree! Duck and leek and..."
William Stewart
"If you come here with the mindset of authentic Asian food, you're going to complain and I suggest you head over to a greatly rated dumpling place by..."
Zee
"The duck spring rolls and pork wontons!..."
Mark McEwan
"Great fun place to enjoy dumplings and cocktails. We have been here a few times. This time we went around 7pm, It was pretty busy but not a big place..."
CGKjourneys
"Great new experience, love it. Lots of variety and very tasty. I like the duck dumplings. Worth trying it..."
Alan Courtenay
"Spotted a write up in Denizen that said we should revisit this quirky little dumpling and cocktail house. Not disappointed! We chose to sit outside..."
Leonie Ramsay
"Definitely one of the best dumplings! Ambiente: wonderful atmosphere, very cozy and stylish Food: the dumplings are just delicious. I tried a lot..."
Elisabeth Pester
"Hands down the best dumplings in Auckland. Affordable prices from $10-$12 bucks a stack with a good drinks selection and cozy atmosphere. Must try..."
Cass Toyne
"It's really a good place for the hand made dumpling.. I love it... Really a very good experience.. So so good dumplings and also we try the desert as..."
Rinkesh Patel
Po' Brothers
85/100 (937 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Vegan Options
Thai
Asian
Thai
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
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Pad Thai
Thai
Asian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Went with a group of friends to Po Bro’s for dinner and drinks on the weekend (Opp. Little Easy at the top of Franklin Rd). The ‘Ms Ho’s Som..."
Brett Morris
"Went to Po Brothers after seeing after seeing the Seafood Tom Yum Noodle and Deep Fried Bao Bun pop up on my FB news feed. This place did not..."
Ben Fong
"That was the best Asian fusion I've had in a while. Everything is full of flavour and tasted delicious. Cocktails are yum and to top it off the..."
Chrissy Assmann
"Po' Brothers is exceptional, the atmosphere is great and the food is so yum. We shared a few dishes, had the pork belly skewers for entree, mains - 3..."
Margaux Zajac
"Damn, that was a tasty meal! We had the chilli jam pork & pad ka prao, both were full of flavour and had a nice spice to them! Dessert was amazing,..."
Chris von Batenburg
"We came for dinner and were so so impressed! The staff were friendly and so helpful. We ordered the pork belly skewers which were to die for, as well..."
Samara Paxton
"Honestly haven't had a good meal in Auckland that takes me back to authentic Thai flavours like you have. The beef brisket jungle curry and satay..."
Roxy Tillie-Gibson
"Food was delicious and service was awesome. Definitely recommend this place to..."
Ian Rankin
"Great food, Chicken wings and pork belly were stunning. Great service and a cool atmosphere. Glad we found this place, will be back again..."
Tim Brown
"Lovely service, delicious food, great sharing concept. We thoroughly..."
Anna Whyte
"Really nice fusion food ,and good service . We would love to come back..."
Korapin Sripong
"Had dinner here last night with my family.Amazing food and great selection.The staff were wonderful,very efficient and made us feel welcome.We most..."
Linzee Nessia
"I'm in love with this place!! Chicken satay my..."
Sarah Collier
"This was a new restaurant to us. We emailed to book a table online. It was so lucky that someone cancelled his booking and we got to try this Thai..."
Cindy Ong
"We had a lovely experience here, the service was great and the food was excellent! We had the pad thai, spare ribs and beef panang curry - all dishes..."
Nathalie
"Highly recommend this place 👍🏻 Great food and Super friendly staff. Thank you Om for a great experience 😊 You are doing a brilliant..."
Ashish Chanana
"Decor was pleasant, and fit the theme of their service/dining perfectly. atmosphere was welcoming. Drinks were on point👌 Shame we didn't get to..."
Daniel Harrison
"I went there with my gf to try their whole fish dishes but they ran out of whole fish and hadn’t restocked yet, which is understandable because..."
Pras Haryanto
"Ordered the spring rolls the vegetarian pad Thai and then the vegetarian green curry. The drinks were cheap and the food was good. We definitely..."
#fatlyfe
"Po Brothers is really run by two brothers! char kuey teow is really delicious with fresh rice noodles! However it took 30mins! I was offered a..."
Veronica Te
"Ordered here for Uber eats, meal did take a little while to get prepared and delivered but was really worthwhile. We ordered the Tom yum..."
Riddhi
"Service was super lovely. Had no problem using zomato gold here. Food was quite nice- my friend ordered the pad golden which I had a bit of and quite..."
Sabrina Hea
"I’ve been here about three times and every time I get amazing service! The meals are responsibly priced and the food is always delicious! Pad Thai..."
Sophia Miller
"Amazing food. Amazing customer service. Will visit..."
Ruchita Choukar
"Love love love this place! I got the roast duck curry and the pork belly skewers. I love the duck and for what its worth, it was pretty filling. The..."
Ellynn
"Had high expectations of this place. The food was delicious and the ambiance is cozy and relaxing. The dishes are priced right definitely for the..."
Mark Renz Ruiz
"Service : 4.5/5Ambience : 4/5Food : 4.5/5Omg the duck curry and roti was so good 😭😭😭😭 🦆 🦆 🦆 So crisp ....."
Jonathan Chau
"The food is excellent and very well priced. The service is also great! Have been there several times and their curries and starters have always been..."
Nuj Writes
"Po Brothers is definitely my favourite restaurant in Auckland. My favourite things on the menu are the prawn cakes, pork belly skewers, drunken..."
Rebecca Ly
"i had chicken satay first off was not really happy about rice being extra whats up with rice being extra $ on ponsonby road?it was sweet BUT..."
Non Suspicious Russian
"Good food and good service. Can’t go wrong with duck red curry and pad Thai. The duck curry was flavoursome and had lots of duck meat. The pad Thai..."
Dxlche
"Small restaurant but such an amazing little vibe! Byow, friendly staff, absolutely stunning mouthwatering food! Recommend! Will definitely be back to..."
Georgia Vossen
"Best Thai fusion ever and we have had a few!!! Cheap dinner and really fast to arrive. Massaman curry cannot be missed. Peanut satay is also a delish..."
Bayley
"This is one of the best places to go for Thai byo. The food is fantastic and has a great atmosphere. Would definitely recommend coming..."
Anna K
"Not once did I see the bottom of my glass, the water was being constantly filled throughout the night. The lanterns made me feel as if I was back..."
Chelsea Newell
"OMG !! Spectacular food. Got the Char Kuey Teow and the pork belly skewers on Uber Eats. Both were absolutely delicious. Char Kuey was spicy, with..."
Tania Aroha
"Hands down one of the best Thai spots in Ponsonby that is actually very reasonably priced too! Their basil stir fry never fails to deliver and BYO is..."
Utkarsh Vora
"Po’ Brothers offers a nice menu of traditional Thai cuisine, the atmosphere is Asian fusion. I think the waiters really needed to improve their..."
Sylvester Kuo
"Came here on a Wednesday night for dinner. It was empty when we came but there were a lot of ubereats orders. The service was really good as the..."
Jason Zhang
"Great place! Their food was amazing and we didn’t have to wait long for it to arrive which is always a plus! There were two bad things tho, they..."
Hazel Mesina
"The beef curry is the BEST! Nice casual spot with affordable Thai. So yummy I love this place! It’s also BYO wine too which is so hard to find in..."
Hangrygirl
"Really pleased with my experience here. It's was my partners birthday and we had 20 guests. There was a number of food preferences in the group and..."
Victoria Jenner
"Turned up on a Saturday before it got busy for dinner. Their menu could be upgraded and presented better rather than a pink A4 food-up pamphlet;..."
Oksana Zhang
"Ordered the basil stir fried pork, ugly roti, chicken skewers and hand made prawn cake. Everything was delicious. Only suggestion would be..."
Kristy.yap
"Such great food - We frequent Thai restaurants and the food here was next level.  Nice location and quite a small intimate setting .  BYO corkage..."
Helen Phillips
"My favourite Thai place in Ponsonby. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, good food and prices and also BYO. The Papaya salad and the fresh spring rolls..."
Reets
"The portions here are large and generous. The food is tasty and authentic and comes out very fast. Prices are really reasonable for the quality you..."
Aimee.
"Didnt take any photo of my food this time round. I love the deco simplicity and the ambience too. Trendy crowd and so much hype with noise..."
Yusoff Kamal
"This place has been sitting on my bookmarks for a while along with a few other ponsonby joints. So I decided we would go here for my birthday..."
KG
"Oh my goodness I can not stress enough the awesomeness of this restaurant! For me personally service can always make or break a dining experience,..."
Cole
"Had a nice weeknight dinner here. Got the pad thai which had lots of fresh ingredients. The portion was huge but not so generous with the number of..."
Lucyeatsakld
"I just had a very amazing dinner here at Po brothers. I really love the food, the ambiance is really good. I definitely recommending this place. :)..."
Adrian Francis Valle
"Came here for a casual Wednesday date night after walking past here a few times and seeing it quite busy a few times other nights. We ordered the..."
Panini T
"Went on a busy lions tour all blacks game night so was packed. We got our mains when only half way through entrees so asked if they could hold them..."
Temptation Cakes Auckland
"A nice little cosy place for a date night, the staff are your usual standard and friendly. A bit dim and warm inside with a relaxing vibe, it was..."
Jeffie
"Came here on a quite Tuesday night and was pleasantly suprised! I felt like I had booked out the whole restaurant as really no one else turned up..."
Ethan Liaw
"All I can say is wow. All the food that we had was so delicious. We had a 6pm booking and being a Friday night was asked if we could be done by 8pm..."
Vusu
"A new(ish) favourite! Delicious food at reasonable prices - some of the same delicious dishes at sister restaurant, @Bangkok Kingsland. Can be a slow..."
Kezia Lynch
"Well priced and big servings. Had the chilli chicken wings and pork belly skewers. Delicious. Try the mango coconut sago dessert - so unusual. It..."
Forkingfamished
"Wow, yum yum yum! We came later on Friday night and was quiet in there. Staff where still very friendly and the food was delicious! The..."
Stevie Marino
"Love love love ! Great service amazing food and lovely atmosphere 😊 will be back in no time I'mSure ❤️ went after the pride parade for a..."
Leeanne Cole
"Great spot on Ponsonby road Staff were friendly.Fresh prawn spring rolls were super delicious - could've eaten buckets of them! The..."
Yorkshire Pudding
"Po’ Brothers is a Pan-Asian restaurant located in Ponsonby, and the affordable prices with generous portions served without pretentiousness is..."
Heartshrooms
"*****I've been seeing a lot of photos on Facebook and the food looks delicious so decided to finally try it out! I was not disappointed at all...."
Nat Fak
"Our new Asian fusion go-to in Ponsonby! I would recommend making a booking, as they are only open for dinner their table’s fill up fast. The..."
HJ
"Excited to try the relatively new Po Brothers on Ponsonby Rd. It's Asian Fusion, but is a positive & different addition to the other Asian Fusion..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"Tasty and delicious. Loved all the different flavours and cuisine types you could get.Service was fast and friendly.Top picks:..."
I_like_pickles
"Came here for a night off cooking, ordered the 3 kings, jungle curry, pork belly skewers &a prawn sashimi. I was very excited to try as the photos..."
Chloe-Mae
"Po' Brothers, a new outfit just around the corner from where I live.You're a very brave soul opening up a restaurant serving Thai and Malay..."
Kieran
"Wow fantastic! Who would've thought we could squeeze another funky modern Asian tapas restaurant onto P Rd. Even on a Tuesday nite this place was..."
Frank
"Dined here on a Tuesday evening and the place was pumping! Good vibes. Food was amazing. Particularly enjoyed the lamb dish and the chicken wings..."
Sanna-Maree Rongonui
"If you're wanting that VIP vibes, defs come before the 6pm rush like we did 😜. The food was delicious, great customer service and good..."
Ana Kristi Soniega
"Came here for dinner on a Thursday night, quite a small place so definitely should book if you are going in a big group. We came here with people who..."
Cristine Manalo
"Chicken wings are off the hook, as well as satay and pork belly skewers. Tom yum soup is also a fave. Could eat a ton of their ice cream baos...."
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"Went to Po Brothers after seeing after seeing the Seafood Tom Yum Noodle and Deep Fried Bao Bun pop up on my FB news feed. This place did not..."
Ben Fong
"Went with a group of friends to Po Bro’s for dinner and drinks on the weekend (Opp. Little Easy at the top of Franklin Rd). The ‘Ms Ho’s Som..."
Brett Morris
"Such a gem. Beautiful food. Fun fit out. My new favorite..."
Sasha Giles
"Nice decor and welcoming, friendly staff. Good range of options on the menu and our meals were delicious; very flavoursome with good level of spice...."
David Forsyth
"went here for a birthday , the food was good and the service was good. great place for big groups, we did byo wine and had some good meals here i..."
jay C
"Really great tasting food! Interesting Asian fusion which tastes amazing. Only issue I found is that this place gets extremely noisy which means you..."
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"Po Brothers staff are super accommodating and have great service! We were able to get a table of 5 on very short notice, even though the restaurant..."
Hayley Wilmshurst
"I dined in at Po’ Brothers in Ponsonby and was immediately impressed by the warmth and hospitality of the welcoming staff to seat me. The..."
Taylar W
"Po’ Brother serves a good selection of Asian curries and noodle dishes! The service was really quick, nice work. We ordered the Pad Thai, Duck..."
Raynil Laxmidas
"First time dining here and the food was divine! Thank you for the wonderful food and service. Highly recommended!..."
Shirlene Hing
"Loved the food, atmosphere is great.. happy vibe. Nice service for a simple restaurant. Been there couple of..."
Mel Robert
"Delicious pad thai and amazing staff. Ben welcomed us with a big smile and made us feel very comfortable. We'll be back for..."
Flavio Calafati
"Great place as we did not plan to go - food was good and fresh, tasty, small place with a small but great team to..."
Suren Sridharan
"Came here with friends for dinner on a Saturday night. The food was very tasty. The massaman curry especially was great. Portion sizes were a little..."
Reuben Hughes
"We had our work Christmas party with 20 people in thr upstairs private room. We had a blast with BYO drinks, speakers that support our own music,..."
Raysie C
"Drunken Master Noodles are insane, one of the best noodle dishes I have eaten, full flavour punch. Spice was bang on, not overpowering but left nice..."
Captain Ramrod
"Amazing, truly Thai legitimate foods, flavours and crew - 100% recommended..."
Emily Swan
"Food was fantastic, very tasty and the waiters were attentive and very..."
Jae Park
Joy Bong Restaurant & Bar
85/100 (410 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Thai
Asian
Vegan Options
Thai
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Curry
Sit down
Asian
Thai
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
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Mid-range
"Love this restaurant. The food is always so good at a decent price and the atmosphere is always pleasant. Usually go for dinner but went for lunch..."
Nicole Silvester
"Went with a group of 12 for a friend's birthday. We all loved our meals, they came out fast and delicious and with great service. Staff offered to..."
Tershia Petersen
"Visited here for lunch and the waiter was absolutely friendly. The Pad Thai was good but the volume was not quite enough for me but it was still..."
John Chiu
"Stopped by for dinner on a Friday night and didn't have make a booking to get a table. There were a few parties going on so it was a bit loud. We..."
Benedict Uy
"Went to JoyBong with the family for a celebration and early start to the night. I had high hopes from what I was told and was not disappointed. Thai..."
Alan Courtenay
"Very friendly staff that make sure you're comfortable and well fed+watered. My partner has a seafood allergy to certain things and they go out of..."
Gavin McCoy
"Had the vegetarian spring rolls and chicken pad Thai. Both were delicious! The ambience and interiors were also cozy and warm. Great for candlelit..."
Garima Bisht
"Our regular inexpensive, good quality Thai restaurant where we get the “express..."
Mervyn Duffy
"We booked for 25 people on a Saturday night when JoyBong was packed. Great, friendly service, good food. No problem with dietary..."
Tom Maling
"Great atmosphere and great food. Plus the team did an absolutely amazing job not only catering for our table of 40, but also for the other 100+..."
Jean-luc Lawlor
"Bob was an amazing waiter and made my night! and I have to say to him is greetings earthlings..."
Summa Larkin
"Nice thai restaurant with all the usual thai favourites. Unusually has a glass floor showing the downstairs..."
Kevin Soole
"We loved the yellow curry, prawn pad thai and money bags. Service was excellent. The waiter was very accommodaing to our vegetarian friend and made a..."
S Jin
"This is great for large groups, the atmosphere is awesome and plenty of space. Timing wasn't always the best, it took a while for drinks but the..."
Chelsea C
"Amazing! Food is always great and the service impeccable. Thaks for the beautiful drinks..."
Joanne Blyth
Kushi Japanese Restaurant
85/100 (1287 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Fusion
Japanese
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
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Dinner
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Tempura
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Fish
Beef
Sashimi
Pork
Gyoza
Salad
Shabu Shabu
Tuna
Salmon
Fish Soup
Prawns
Sukiyaki & Shabu Shabu
"First time here and I was blown away! Amazing service, amazing ambiance, amazing food and decent portions (bigger than what I expected??) . The..."
Mercy
"I’ve been here a few times and the food has always been so tasty! Also, all of the staff are extremely welcoming and friendly. I’d definitely..."
Himani Goomar
"Beautiful and chill place. Great to come for a quick lunch as they've got nice bento boxes for $20-30...."
Dennis Zhang
"Fusion japanese food done well. Some very unique and beautifully executed dishes. Love the atmosphere and service too. Favourite dish was the miso..."
Bella Qian
"Rating 4.0 The quality of the food are quite good, and the servings are quite large. However it is also quite pricey. Came here a couple of times..."
Manz
"⁣⁣Super soft and flavourful pork belly! Lots of veggies come with each protein dish but rice is not included. Services was great! These Classic..."
Mon.
"sushi with a fine dining..."
Justin Wong
"I had a massive booking and they were able to fit me in with only a day notice! I have severe allergies and the waitresses handled it very well -..."
Mikyla Lim-Yip
"Came here for lunch with my colleagues. The restaurant have great ambience and the staff are very attentive and friendly. We ordered a Spicy Chicken..."
Food2belly
"Yummy food great service!..."
Andreea Simion
"Karaage chicken is a must ! Hot sake on a cold night warms you up instantly. Maybe because we went on a late Monday night, but it was..."
Jonathan Chau
"Lovely place for dinner in town with friends. We loved the variety and presentation of the dinner box. The wine is very well priced and it was great..."
Hungusmcfatty
"Celebrated my birthday here yesterday with a couple of mates and two wee boys. We were 15 minutes early before the place actually opened for..."
Genuben
"Got to experience eating Japanese in a more traditional way at Kushi. Such a lovely atmosphere and kind staff.Was pretty full when we got there but..."
Alma Eats
"Yes, it’s another Japanese restaurant, I just can’t get enough of it. The idea of sashimi and sushi easily makes me drool. This place today that..."
Ang Sarap
"Dined here on Saturday night. Restaurant was VERY busy so glad I made a booking. Due to the business, service was very slow. Waited 15 minutes until..."
Hannah Gear
"First time at this restaurant on a business/celebration Lunch with a few colleagues. As soon as we enter,we knew that this lunch was going to be..."
João Plácido
"This is my favourite place in town for lunch. Dinner here is great too but the lunch deal is amazing. Great quality Japanese food, with an amazing..."
Vanessa Gao
"Came for dinner on Sunday night, not too busy as plenty of seats available.On placing order you need to go to the counter.Their dinner set..."
Selene Nguyen 🌸
"This place is hidden away off queen street and is an amazing place. The ambience is really nice and so is the food! Presentation is also A+ so great..."
BaNaNa
"Food was absolutely amazing! Prices match the quantity and quality of the food. Staff were very friendly and the restaurant atmosphere was beautiful...."
Mikayla Sagar
"Looking for a Japanese restaurant to take my daughter out for her birthday, I looked at the reviews on Kushi and decided to see if it was as good as..."
Kerry Smith
"It may look like average Japanese restaurant with nice looking interior , but Fusion Japanese food is anything but!I wandered in with two..."
77777
"Tucked away down a street I've never seen before, this was a bit of a gamble, but one that paid off. Firstly, I strongly recommend their house sake,..."
Jay
"I was here with my colleagues long ago and realized I haven't give this great place a review. If you are looking for Japanese food in the city with..."
BAbyWin
"This place is amazing! I have the tofu donburi regularly and it's the best tofu I've ever eaten no questions asked! They have the perfect amount of..."
Sasha
"One of my favourite places to get some fancy Japanese Cuisine in Auckland. You can get some really nice lunches here too - the bentos. My favourite..."
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"Late review but just wanted to say this place is ah-mazing! The food is to die for and the customer service is very very nice! We keep coming back!..."
S & F And Baby
"An excellent choice if you're craving some Japanese food and have a bit of money to spare. My family and I got quite a few dishes from all across the..."
Locavore
"One of the better lunch deals available in Auckland CBD, its hard to find a deal that provides fantastic tasting food, vibrant colours , different..."
Medium_Rare
"The staff were so friendly and kind. Was first time here and the food was sooo good and it was nice of them to bring out a birthday surprise for my..."
Courtney Tabener
"Great service and food! I love the Saki here most, especially the warm ones. A good environment for dating. Will definitely comes back..."
Ricky Tang
"Came here for their lunch menu. The plate in the photo was only $15 and left me more than filled. The chicken Katsu and Karaage chicken were..."
Dxlche
"Kushi has a great atmosphere with friendly staff. They have Japanese dancers or drummers on some nights. The menu is varied and reasonably priced...."
Matadors
"10 of us had a fabulous dinner at Kushi restaurant last night.  We loved the sunken tables and their setting.  The service was amazing and the food..."
Dot Austin
"The food is great, the have a cheaper lunch menu and they offer a vegetarian option. The service is fast (given how busy it can get) and friendly..."
LOONA
"Nice lunch menu and a good slelction of bento. Quick and nice environment. An ideal place for catching up with friends and work colleagues...."
Yujie
"Always a delight coming to Kushi. Decor is very nice, service is friendly and efficient. Highly recommend the Chicken Nanban and Pineapple Chicken...."
Sally S
"Their mixed temperature is delicious and the portion size is generous too. The staff are friendly and attentive. I loved the lychee cocktail...."
Michelle Moth
"Second visit today. The interior is lovely with a great fake cherry tree and lots of bamboo to make it resemble a street in Kyoto or Nara. Such a..."
Karen Betsubara
"Went there to get some lunch after gym to get back to the office. Their sushi is really nice and reasonably priced. I'm such a big fan of seafood, so..."
Marggie Pascua
"Fish is fresh, the rice in nigiri piece was a bit too sour (excessive use of vinegar I suppose). The beefsteak was superb though! Would definitely..."
Max Nguyen
"Went here last night with my husband and it was such a perfect evening. The atmosphere was intimate and relaxing the service polite warm and..."
Fountainabbey04
"Not a very big lunch menu (with specials), but dinner is always fantastic. Beautiful Yakisoba, market sashimi, and I've heard the cheese sticks are..."
Dini
"Everything is nice, my favourite japanese restaurant right now! And staff are very friendly. Everything is worth the price. The combination..."
Pimm S. Sansuwan
"I really loved the chicken karaage and the vegetable tempura were more than adequate. Awesome job guys! I hope to see myself back here again soon...."
Emmanuel Vergeldedios
"For under $30, you can't beat their dinner combination. Fresh sashimi, great large bento box style to follow, superb teriyaki chicken and light..."
Chefaldini
"I am a big sucker for seafood and, I must say, Kushi has never disappointed. The sashimi, takowasabi, and beef tataki were all the freshest I'd ever..."
Lucy Eats
"Very oriental and extremely nice food! If you enjoy Japanese food this is definitely a go-to food spot, with friendly service and good food. The..."
Meeka
"Came during lunch time and they weren't as busy as I thought it would be. We all ordered their lunch specials for $14.95 each. Each lunch special..."
Hotdog&Buns
"Always lovely service here such a professional restaurant and staff. They always treat you with the amazingly admirable Japanese manners. Menu is..."
Thom
"An amazing experience here, made a booking for two and got our own private booth. Every single member of staff was beyond friendly, our waitress was..."
Danielle Gamlen
"Beautiful restaurant with a great set up.Quick and efficient service (could be a bit nicier).Nice food, excellent presentation, very good..."
Gustavo Tanikawa
"Beautiful restaurant, has a very authentic vibe with little bamboo booths to cosy into. Great staff, really really good food and very reasonable..."
Leon Fitch
"First time visitor to Auckland and first time eater at Kushi Japanese Kitchen & Bar. This place had a decent Zomato rating so it seemed like a safe..."
Hadrian
"They have a variety of Japanese food on the menu. It's not on the cheap side, but the quality of the food is great. Sashimi platter is of a good..."
Aucklander
"My third visit to Kushi for dinner on Saturday night for a triple date and absolutely loved it. Plates are made for sharing but is also suitable to..."
Anna
"Food is very good and atmosphere Also,Staff are nice but bit expensive for me.It's nice experience at Japanese restaurant in..."
Kazuki Fujita
"Once you step into this restaurant it doesn't feel like you're in the centre of Auckland city anymore. The interior is comfortable and makes for the..."
Bronwyn Dustin
"Absolutely amazing atmosphere with those indoor decorations, made me feel like I was in Japan almost...Although price might be a bit high but..."
Julie
"I love Kushi. It's my favourite Japanese restaurant in town. The decor and ambience is perfect. A little self-contained world, low lighting..."
Vivian Lightbloom
"Good service and location, the cherry blossom tree surrounding the back wall as you enter is a nice touch! Bit on the pricey side, but a good..."
Chomnomnom
"One of my favourite Japanese restaurants in town. The decor is impressive, with the nice presentation of the food, I felt like I was..."
Rachel Hui
"The experience is legit - traditional Japanese style decor. The fact you have to walk down tiny Durham St adds to the feeling you may be in..."
Simon Wordsworth
"This was the first restaurant i had since i arrived in Nz last 2014.I had UNAGI BENTO. the best really. I would recommend the customers to try..."
Liksya
"Kushi has always been one of my favourite Japanese in town. They deliver friendly efficient service, and nice ambience. Their food are fresh,..."
Lia Yosaatmadja
"Delicious food! Good service, nice place, perfect for a date night👌🏼We ordered gyozas, butterfly shrimps 🍤, teriyaki chicken, crunch..."
Aldo Carella
"Nice and tasty. Great service. The hotpot was a great experience. Nice and cozy on a cold night. The teriyaki chicken skewers are a nice little..."
Bryan Daly
"A big fan of any Japanese restaurant. Hahahah The setting of the place is really posh, comfortable and it gives you bit of high class feeling...."
Michelle Chua
"Went there on a wednesday evening and the place was crowded. Nice ambience and friendly staff.We ordered unagi set, karage chicken, lobster..."
Alana
"I went there last week and the food was great. Plus, the waitress was really nice to us and the decor is gorgeous. I'll be back very soon for..."
Jody Walton
"I think this has become my new favourite restaurant with its gorgeous ambiance and fresh sashimi. The decor is beautifully Japanese, with..."
Vivien @ KJAS Blog
"We have been here a few times and have always been satisfied with the food and service. We always get to the set meal with only two of us. Last..."
Siow Fong Chen
"So the whole gang was craving for some Asian meal. We then decided to narrow it down to Japanese. Luckily this place was in CBD. The ambience is..."
DuckieLovesToEat
"Only been here once but easily one of top choices for a good night out for Japanese food.The food is amazing - we ordered the chicken..."
Ffionachua
"Great food and service for good prices. The atmosphere is relaxing and have been a few times. I always come back and order the yakisoba noodles..."
Eva
"Have been there for many times, good service and awesome food, vibe is also another key driver, definitely is a good choice if you have two or three..."
Tingting Zhang
"Great place for lunch. The place is decora@ted like you're in Japan and it has many booth seats that give you privacy. The lunch set is presented..."
Elonie
"My boyfriend and I have been here twice and we absolutely love this place!!!! The last time we went was on a Friday night and for anyone who hasn't..."
Manuela Ovalle Herrera
"Fallen in-love with this place already! Really lovely ambiance dimmed light spacious and great staff and service. We dined here Saturday night and..."
Nathalie
"One of the best affordable Japanese places in Auckland. Always enjoy the food, atmosphere and service here. Would recommend the dinner sets as you..."
Yui Chen
"I love Japanese food and kushi definitely proved that! The place had a nice quiet and dark ambience. Perfect for dates. However I did not go there..."
Ieseon
"a stylish and authentic Japanese restaurant hidden a bit off the buzzy Queen Street. Way bigger than regular Japanese bars, good food with reasonable..."
Raeray
"We had tonkatsu (deep-fried pork cutlet) & yakiniku (marinated grilled beef) special lunches with salad, sushi, croquette, miso soup & rice.   Food..."
STRADS
"Elegant Japanese restaurant with superb services, Great food, cosy atmosphere and reasonable cost. Strongly recommended for couples, friends and..."
Glen Liu
"Had visited there twice with friends. I love their tapas menu. Lovely price but very tasty. The Karaage Chicken was crispy outside and juicy inside...."
Michelle Hwang
"Went on a team lunch yesterday at Kushi, absolutely fell in love with this place. The staff are adorable, the decor is stunning and everything was..."
Chloe Sharrock
"My wife and I visited Kushi on a freezing cold night. Upon entering we were greeted with a lovely, warm and relaxing ambience and ultra friendly..."
Chow Yum Fat
"It was our first time visiting this place. Went on saturday night for dinner. Really enjoyed our time here. Very friendly staffs, amazing food,..."
JungYun Lee
"I think this restaurant is not for eating, but for drinking. The food was largely tasteless, and barely enough to live on. Sashimi looks so..."
Karen Gu
"Great food and service! My friends and I ordered agedashi tofu, karaage chicken, salmon salad and gyoza nabe. I love their karaage chicken!! Whenever..."
PT
"I hadn't been living in Auckland for very long when I came here for the first time, solo, and had a nice meal at their bar. The place has a great..."
Daniel Kinnoch
"Wow! So glad we found this restaurant hidden away off Albert Street.The greeting was warm and genuine whilst the service was intuitive and first..."
Brett Meldrum
"Enjoyed meals 2 nights in a row. Staying at city life easy to get a takeaway. Set dinner for one was huge. Great choice and friendly service..."
Roisin King
"Great ambience here, and I like how the tables are quite separated and private. We had 2 dinner sets - one with grilled eel and one with teriyaki..."
Misty
"Great staff and great service. Great place to go with anyone. It can be a date night or even a casual night out with friends. The place is genuinely..."
Issie
"Yes this place is awesome; the service is prompt and friendly and the food fresh and delish :) We ordered: Salt and pepper beef skewers:..."
Athena
"Kushi is a modern Japanese restaurant with an authentic feel, the menu is up to date and offers a variety of new dishes along with the good old..."
Philip Doyle
"I doubt I have ever seen such generous serves in a Japanese restaurant. The "medium" sashimi was huge! And the mixed tempura was absolutely..."
Betsy
"Cannot fault anything. Absolutely delicious!!! Sashimi and sushi was so so fresh and the hot food were also very nice. Will definitely go back...."
Zzucchiniiiy
"Food was absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere inside was so lovely and well decorated! Really peaceful and perfect for a date night. The beef..."
Squigglebee
"I really wanted to like this restaurant but sadly no, my sashimi was full of bones and I had to take them all out from my mouth. Food was very..."
Brave Eat
"Hands down our favourite restaurant! Have not had any memorable problems dining here and have come back several times since first discovering it...."
Gina
"After reading other reviews on Zomato we decided to try Kushi. We are avid lovers of Japanese cuisine but get bored with the usual don Buri bowls and..."
Janine Henderson
"Really enjoyed this place, despite only being here once. I loved the look of the place. The staff were super nice and the food was awesome! I love..."
Tbroadley
"My favourite special occasion dining place. Beautiful decor and ambience... really sets a cosy, but lavish mood. The food is always delicious and..."
Charlotte
"If you are looking for a nice japanese then kushi is the most perfect place that you could go to! Best sashimi in auckland! Very fresh and cut very..."
Nikki
"We went to divert here last Saturday night and was pleasantly surprised by the venue. The decor was very warm and cosy. The menu on first glance was..."
Richard Mozes
"A nice little place. The decor is very a quaint Japanese style. The staff were friendly and the food was well presented. We had a rice type dish and..."
Josh Law
"Stunning Japanese food, variety of vegetarian options and attentive service. The secluded booths make you feel like you're the only diners there. The..."
A
"This place is absolutely stunning! I had the spicy chicken lunch special which came with rice, salad, chicken, sushi, dumpling and miso, such a great..."
Mun Clair
"Came here for dinner and had higher expectations but overall was still pretty good. Very good service, romantic mood lighting but also good for a..."
Annie Bananie
"Good for Friday lunches..Lunch menu has good enough variety of dishes and is affordable.The ambience is nice and the service is always..."
FoodLoco
"Lovely restaurant and makes you feel like you're not right in the middle of the city which is nice. Staff are friendly and service is good, as are..."
Maia Churichkova
"A bigger range of food compared to the more casual Kushi joint next door, better ambience. The food quality is pretty much the same - but this place..."
Elle
"Love this place. My favourite is the spicy chicken don. I tried the sushi but it's not to my taste, when I had it t was quite warm. Lovely service..."
Dallace Wulf
"Came with my boyfriend to this place, the setting of the restaurant is very nice and it had a nice atmosphere. We had their lunch specials which were..."
Sarah Huynh
"I found this place with my friend and absolutely loved the food! I had a prawn and rice meal with homemade mayo which was mouthwatering. Also the..."
Emily
"We had lunch there. We ordered two lunch special. One teriyaki chicken and one teriyaki beef. 13.95 each. I prefer the beef one as the chicken is a..."
Zoe Huang
"Kushi has a beautiful atmosphere and friendly staff. The food here is not too bad of a price. My friend and I shared a gyoza hotpot which was..."
Roseabella
"Kushi is one of those places that just looks awesome and has great ambiance. You get a really good vibe as soon as you walk in. This place is perfect..."
HJ
"Friendly staff and aesthetically pleasant place to dine. Food came quickly and was an overall good dining experience. Slightly pricey for the food..."
Michael Chen
"Went here for dinner on a Saturday night. Love the ambiance and the Japanese feel. The servers are very nice and welcoming. The food however, abit..."
Angelica Santos
"Kushi is one of my favourite Japanese restaurants! As soon as you step through the door, you are transported into a beautiful restaurant with a chill..."
Where.iate
"Friendly & attentive staff, quick service, delicious food,. Shabu-Shabu hot pot is worth a try. Teriyaki Sets were amazing & went with Sapparo..."
Maung Maung Oo
"Hands down the best Japanese restaurant I've been to so far! Came here for dinner with family seeing that it had such great reviews and it really did..."
Kenzi Yee
"Loved this place! One of my favourite Japanese restaurants, the staff were friendly! And the food is amazing! exceeded expectations, the set out is..."
Aj Maglaqui
"I love this place!  The atmosphere is great any time of the day.  Food is excellent and service is superb!  If you go on a Friday about 7.30pm you..."
Diana Moore
"This place is beautifully presented. Lovely atmosphere, great waiters/waitresses and really yummy food! Not badly priced as well for the inner CBD...."
Summerlee Fataoui Schick
"Good lunch special menu.. Good Ambience and the food was great too. I ordered marinated beef. Lunch special menu comes with miso soup, 2 pieces of..."
Aucklandfoodlover
"Been here twice now- so far so good. Its the usual japanese sake beer food joint in a western fine dining set up. Had the large sashimi mix,..."
FoodiePhysician
"This place is great.If I'm in Auckland CBD this is the first choice everytime!It's affordable, delicious, beautifully presented and the..."
Trayc C
"I came here with two friends last December. Still remember the staff at Kushi were very attentive,friendly and helpful. So a big 5 star for..."
Super(・_・;Phoebe
"My regular go-to for Japanese. Love their dinner boxes! Great service everytime, generous portions and very tasty. Would definitely..."
ET
"Japanese food and service at its best. Large Karaage chicken pieces like I've never had before. Crunchy with rice bubble coating. Dishes are..."
Kai Finder
"This is going to sound daft but I've eaten here quite a few times but didn't quite realise how good it is until I came here on my own. This is..."
Squiddy
"Kushi, surprisingly a relatively unknown eatery, is definitely a contender for best Japanese in this city. Consistently serving an array of delicious..."
Monica
"Kushi is the best Japanese restaurant I have ever been to and I always come back here with family and friends for a good meal, which is the Teriyaki..."
Kirsten
"We come here often and love the service and food. Slightly on the pricey end, but worth the visit anyway. Fresh and yummy dishes with top-notch..."
Adeline
"Came here for dinner on a rainy weekday. It wasn't really filled with people, although it was dinner time. We were enthusiastically greeted by the..."
Oisin O'Reilly
"Tucked away in a random spot in the city and unexpectedly lovely, Kushi is a beautiful wooden space with intimate booths and tables.Serving..."
Genie @ BunnyEatsDesign
"I have been visiting with Kushi almost since it started, and I keep going back, and taking friends and family with me. Everyone I have brought here..."
Eli A
"I love Kushi, a little hidden gem in the CBD. I have only ever been for lunch and it has been delicious. The lunch specials are good value for money..."
J.T547
"If you are looking for the best Japanese lunch venue, then look no further! It's always a complete pleasure to eat here, and the quick fire lunch..."
Frank
"Ive been there couple of times with friend. The atmosphere was good, and the staff are very friendly, feel relax in this restaurant! sashimi always..."
Ohayo
"Went here for the first time last night after reading lots of good reviews for it on here. We booked in for 6.30 but were running late so I rung..."
Gina Des Baux
"Been here a couple of times now, and starting to get the hang of the menu. Food is delicious, exotic and beautifully presented. It has the added..."
Mike Ashby
"The food and service is great. I have brought my friends three times and my family once to this restaurant, all of whom were first visitors...."
Jk
"Go there for a lot of work lunches, the food is always good and served quickly. Staff are great and make us feel really welcome every time my work..."
Char & Ricky Pundog
"I had a delicious dinner out with my bestie at Kushi on a Saturday night. The waitresses were really friendly and offered my friend so many..."
Kate Smith
"Delicious Japanese food, in a really great setting.We loved the option of booth-seating - because it makes it really private - we actually..."
Liz Winstone
"The food, service and setting is amazing. Best Japanese in Auckland. Lunch service is great, quite fast and definitely value for money. My..."
Arnz Watt
"Kushi is our fav Japanese Restaurant ever! The atmosphere and people are fantastic and the food is always amazing! And the pricing is very..."
Stace Mills
"This was another amazing find in Auckland. Out of all of the Japanese restaurants that I searched through I'm glad that I chose Kushi.From..."
Graham Brown
"Delicious Japanese food, great ambience, good prices and if you are lucky you get an amazing drum performance. Oh yes, great service as well. Been..."
Josie Amon
"Absolutely love this place! Is one of my favorite places in the city for lunch, and an amazing Japanese place! Service is fantastic - the staff are..."
Anna Butcher
"Delicious Japanese food. Lovely friendly service. Conveniently located in Auckland CBD. Affordable prices especially at lunch time. Great atmosphere..."
Aileen Cheng
"-Nice restaurant-Nice Staff and service-We got great deals on my wife's and friends birthday-Parking deal as well-Great food!..."
Ikeda
"I highly recommend this place that we discovered with my husband few month ago (almost when they opened the place). First the atmosphere of the..."
Carine Sweetashoney
"One of the best Japanese restaurants I have been to in Auckland. Modern interior and very helpful staff.Fantastic food and..."
Kiki Benton
"Large sliecs of Sashimi, if you are a sashimi fan, do try the large sashimi plater :)Went yesterday and they also had live drum band..."
Tony Ma
"Happen to be looking for a place to dine one dec night, quite late on saturday evening,and stumbled across Kushi, we were starving so we just walked..."
Felicity Williams
"Kushi has AMAZING lunch specials! Such great value for money - you get sooooo much food. We've visited a few times and always leave feeling full and..."
Kat M
"Another fantastic Japanese restaurant!Service was flawless, I was warmly welcomed and served promptly. Food came out at excellent speed, and..."
Frankie Kaleta
"What a surprise when I walked in. Fab decor, great service, good music. I agree could be one of Auckland's better Japanese restaurants. Waited a..."
Wilma Burich
"Very good, food is great. Portions are slightly small but it is..."
Allan Fong
"It was proved to be a very satisfactory night we spent in the japanese restaurant. The atmosphere is terrific and the staff is very friendly. The..."
Kelly Wu
"AMAZING!A girlfriend and I went here with a deal voucher. We were early for our table but they let us come in anyway. Service was great,..."
Courtney Maloyd
"Tried this place with deal voucher. The food was very very good, but customer service a bit..."
James
"Lovely atmosphere and food..."
Serena
"Good atmosphere, good food. Went there a while back with a deal voucher, staff were very friendly and attentive. I could not find a lot of vegetarian..."
Maria
"Saw this restaurant in the north shore times and decided to try it out. It definitely was not a waste of our time. was impressed with the bubbly..."
Lou Tui
"Honestly,amazing,Food is typical Japanese and yes there are no surprises about it. It is what you expect and deserve to get. The..."
Marinka S
"I suggest you go here to have a lunch or diner. They made my wife, daughter feel special. the service and food was excellent. the decore outstanding...."
Kevin Sharrock
"Food was exceptional, and we were greeted warmly when we arrived. We had a deal voucher and unlike some other restaurants we have eaten with..."
Oliver
"We stumbled across Kushi on our way to CityLife hotel on New Years Eve, when we walked in we were greeted warmly straight away and asked if we had a..."
Alexandra Jane Middlemiss
"Kushi is one of my favourite Japanese restaurants in town. I have taken various friends here on many occasions and each time has been..."
Georgie @ Georgieats
"Went there last night with my gf. From outside it looks very norm but ones you step in, it surprises you. It was a great atmodphere, lighting, music,..."
Nickgill88
"Kushi is one of my favourite lunch destinations when I want something that is filling but on the cheap side. For $12 they do an amazing lunch deal..."
Madicattt
"Nice restaurant.. Great atmosphere. Sushi, salami, sashimi are very nice! But bento,,, hmmm not so good.. Too many deep fried stuffs, very greasy. I..."
Asian Fan
"N/AHaving lost my cheap/cheerful go-to Japanese place in Lorne street to development (IMHO - ruined), I needed to find a replacement for a..."
Flyingkiwi
"So much space/seating in this restaurant. It's secretly tucked in the middle of the city, with really good Japanese cuisine and the awesome beer..."
Chai Ang
"Hidden in a little side road off Queen Street, Kushi is out of sight and easy to miss, if you're not looking. We only came across this Japanese..."
Amy @ My Dining Journey
"This cosy restaurant combines tasty Teppanyaki dishes and an amazing ambiance to deliver a fantastic dining experience. I was initially unsure about..."
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De Grand Thai Restaurant And Bar
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"Great place for delicious Thai food, you can't go wrong with this place. Great service and excellent quality food. Everything we ordered was amazing!..."
Nafi
"It was my second visit to this restaurant, the ambience is good with great staff. The food is good, liked their Chicken Pad thai and Chicken Red..."
Kanishka Phulli
"I came here with my mum for lunch and she got the tom yum noodle soup and I got the chicken pad thai. The price for the pad thai ($17) was pretty..."
Sharon Louie
"Our first dinner out after lockdown and this restaurant really served us well! Excellent food, great service and lovely decor. We all pronounced the..."
Nzweston
"This place is up to par with other Thai restaurants that I enjoy dining at. All the dishes we had were delicious and came out within a good time...."
Lum Lum
"Came by for dinner around 2000 and it wasn't too busy so we were able to get a table in the back. It was still quite busy at this time though...."
Benedict Uy
"Lovely spacious restaurant, very friendly staff and tasty food. We were a group of 12 with 3 young kids and we had an area to ourselves which was..."
CrazyCatLady_EmmaC
"Have been here many times in the past. Their food is consistently tasty.Today I had the massaman curry with beef. The curry was sweet but..."
Wilson Shum
"Been here several times and it's always good. Really friendly staff made my dayFood quality 4/5Food..."
LuNa The TuNa
"I’ve been coming here consistently for about 8 years now. Dine in, takeaway it’s always amazing & have never been disappointed. Friendly staff,..."
Jacqueline Hickey
"Been there many times and this place still manage to impress me. Just discover they have a well decorated kids corner, and the staff are very child..."
Khloe
"Came here as a group of 14 recently. I had read some reviews on here about the service but I always take places as I find them. Our whole experience..."
Faye Stubbs
"Nice deco and handy location. Good ambience and attentive service. Taste is also good. The only thing we all noticed on that night was portions were..."
Rachel Liew
"The dining area is very modern and comfortable. The food is nicely plated and the prices are very decent for a restaurant in Epsom.The..."
I_like_pickles
"Me and my boyfriend visiting Auckland and we came here twice in two weeks tried few meals, it was pretty good!! We had booking for our first time,..."
Molly Wong
"Great food, reasonable prices - service was excellent! Looking forward to going again. Loved loved loved the chilly fish, hot spicy chicken, and..."
Yeema
"A good restaurant as far as Thai cuisine goes. Has been here for a number of years and while dishes are standard with nothing much unique, I've never..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"This is the closest thai place to my house. I love Thai food and would eat here more often, but it's a bit on the expensive side. The food is good..."
Julia Louise
"Good Food, convenient takeaway. Done in experience is good too. It's a putty most of the time I go I see takeaway customers more than..."
Tony Ma
"I was very impressed by the interiors of this, it's essentially a house that's been revamped into a restaurant. The menu offers a wide variety..."
Oksana Zhang
"Pad Thai. The staple of the white man's knowledge of Thai cuisine and the order that I decided to go with at my first time venturing into De Grand...."
Luke Bilbrough
"Good quality and great variety, a few good vege options:1. Pad Thai with tofu (I have without egg)2. Vege spring rolls with sweet..."
Henry
"Very nice space and delicious Thai food. Prompt and attentive service. Easy parking. The food is very well priced, but it's not a cheap-eats style..."
Math Tummë
"Nice place, clean and tidy and the atmosphere is nice.  Food was nice, I had the pork red curry. I just wish mine had some more veges, I love my..."
Stevie Marino
"I had a lovely time here! I planned a party for my friend and staff were accommodating and helpful. Food was awesome especially the prawn entree and..."
J K
"Nice, clean Thai restaurant. Modern look and feel. Good service. Typical Thai food, but st this restaurant plated nicely. Was a little pricey for..."
Jimmy Dee
"Nice atmosphere, busy but not crowded and the food was very good, excellent service and very clean and tidy. I would certainly return the to try some..."
Neil Fibbens
"This place is beautiful! The restaurant is clean, spacious and has a great atmosphere. The staff are friendly and the food is good. Ordered..."
Natasha
"Went to De Grand last Friday evening with friends and had a wonderful meal. Entrees to start, then the non-seafood banquet for four. The food was..."
Sue Wood
"Absolutely amazing...we came in with our daughter and her friends for her 16th birthday and WOW...the staff went out of there way even though they..."
Rach Hill
"We've been to the restaurant several times and the experiences have been satisfactory. Service was quick and food presented nicely. The bonus is that..."
Pablo Andres Retamales Carreno
"Literally 5 minutes away from my place.This is the go-to place when me and my partner is craving some good Thai food.Prices are..."
Joshy
"Very good service and really good food!! Was very pleased with the last 2 experiences I've had at this place! Very lovely staff, and food was..."
Nikita Kumar
"One of my favourite Thai places in central Auckland. It looks classy and feels classy inside. Great food and great service. I always go for the curry..."
Las Akurugoda
"My first time here tonight and I am overwhelmed by how amazing this place is. The food, the place, the staff, the atmosphere and the service. Fast &..."
Breeanne
"Been here twice & enjoyed both experiences. The staff were very polite & great with drink refills/rice top ups. We were extremely happy with our..."
Grace Macalincag
"Had dinner here last night and the Pad Thai was delicious. Good service and a really good atmosphere with lots of people around. Not too expensive..."
Katrina Dodge
"Our new favourite Thai restaurant! The prawn entree with Tamarind sauce was amazing-best yellow curry I've tasted-ever. Nice atmosphere, great..."
Nat
"We ordered a nice takeout this weekend.  I enjoyed the kari puff and chicken wing entrees, the fish cakes were a little dry.  For main the beef..."
Gus
"As I practically live next door, I take advantage and this is like my new lounge/kitchen. I eat here all the time and bring all my friends and family..."
Melanie Rose Hansen
"Beautiful warm set up. Ordered the duck which came out wrapped in an awesome foil origami and on fire 🔥 Every dish was made with absolute love...."
Gen
"Delicious food coupled with good service and a nice setting to enjoy it all in. Would I go back? For sure. Also, this is one of the few Asian..."
Jayce Huynh
"Really enjoyed the food and the service here. I had the mixed entree and shared the bacon wrapped prawns, both were to die for. My partner had the..."
Lisa Whyte
"Delicious food, some of the best Thai food we have had in Auckland. Staff are polite and efficient. Slightly more expensive than other Thai..."
Heather Ruru
"I had a very nice dinner with my friend. First impression of the restaurant was good, especially the decor, food and atmosphere. We ordered a pork..."
FlyingMonkey
"Lovely modern Thai restaurant with super friendly staff. Family introduced us to this gem and it currently our fav Thai in AucklandHe said..."
Table For Two
"Visited this restaurant a couple of times with colleagues from work and this time with my husband.  This is clearly a well managed restaurant,..."
Marjorie Anderson
"De grand is always fantastic. Visit here about five times a year for last five years. Recommend to anyone food is consistently great and service is..."
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"Went here first the first time and was very impressed with the service, food  presentation and outstanding flavours. Wide range of food and..."
Joshua Shields
"Almost perfect. Great food super clean good service. Cannot go wrong here.Maybe a bit pricey but hey this is the ultimate Thai experience..."
Dimitrios Konstantopoulos
"With guests in town given Chinese NY this was a well reputed Thai establishment. AQuite a large roomy outlet so getting a table isnt the usual..."
BeeQueUU
"Great ambience. Actually a really humming place. Food was good and tasty. Some vegetarian options but only manipulated meat dishes. would be nice to..."
Kulbhushan Joshi
"This place is our local - they have a great menu, and an excellent lunchtime deal.  They are also BYO, which is good for evening dinners..."
Stu
"The food is absolutely fantastic. So much choice. Fantastic service. They made sure we had everything we needed during the evening. Great atmosphere...."
Nadine Dornbusch
"It's a great place. Nice atmosphere, great, fresh food, fast and pleasant service and a lovely corner for young children which made us feel so..."
Marta Piszel
"This restaurant has been my saving grace. I haven't always been able to dine in although when I have the service has been lovely. We tend to get..."
Michelle Young
"A lovely stylish restaurant with attentive service and great food. Food was really scrummy, spring rolls and dumplings had sensational pastry -..."
Katrina Bellamy
"It was a most enjoyable evening. Very attentive staff, comprehensive menu, beautifully presented meals. We have been here before and will..."
Linda P
"De Grand Thai Restaurant is my favourite and the best Thai Food ever. I always choose to take my visitors because I know that they will not be..."
Cherie Torepe
"Great service - prompt and friendly. Food was excellent and our party were well looked after. Clean & tidy - overall a lovely place. Would..."
Joy Hillman
"Modern, pleasant decor. Service very good. Food absolutely delicious - wonderful menu and superb food and variety. A wonderful evening spoiled only..."
Anne Hunter
"We held our work Christmas party here last night, we had over 90 people and the staff at the restaurant made it all so easy. The food was out of this..."
Melanie Shaw
"Lovely lovely food. Very flavourful. I only wish they were less stingy with their portions!..."
Adeline
"Delicious dining experience and warm and friendly service, even during a power cut! It was business as usual with extra candles -..."
Fiona McTainsh
"The service at De Grand is excellent with the staff being attentive,courteous and friendly. The food is always superb with a wide range of..."
Glynne Cockerton
"One of our locals! We eat at least here once or twice every two months. Why because we love the food! Delicious fresh ingredients, crisp flavours,..."
Victoria
"Had a great time, the food was wonderful aswell as affordable, especially for sucha high maintanence venue?There was no doubt that you's had awesome..."
SoulnEmmz Amosa
"We went to there last week for dinner at 2, the food was great, tom yum soup very very tasty......Nice staff! will be..."
Kerry Shenn
"Occasion was a birthday party so there were about 20 in our group. The service was very good, the food was excellent and it is byo. A thoroughly..."
Murray Beckman
"I always go here for takeaways!Get the fish cakes, pad Thai and cashew..."
Louise Connell
"Thai is probably our favourite takeaway, so we were very happy when De GRAND opened at the Market Rd shops! I have lost track of how many times I..."
RH
"Bloody excellent experience, good on you the staff at De Grand. As soon as we walked in we were blown away by the amazing decor - the place LOOKS..."
Lucy
"Excellent experience. We went on a night when there was a large group on the tables next to us, but this in no way affected the service or the..."
Darren
"We were a group of six and we had a great evening at de Grand Thai. The ambiance is very modern. The food is very good - we had the banquet at..."
Maree Keane
"We went to this restaurant for my Dad's 50th! It was fantastic. I couldn't find any fault with the food - the Tom Yum Soup I could have eaten all..."
Lette
"Being a great lover of Thai food and eaten all around Auckland I would have to say this is the best around. Beautiful clean, modern and no carved..."
Louiethefly
"Nice clean modern Thai restaurant. Helpful attentive wait staff. We took a number of small entrees that were all tasty and nicely presented. For the..."
Richard Sharpe
"Best Thai in Auckland. Lovely service, amazing food, on the more pricey end of the spectrum, but absolutely worth it for a special occasion and a top..."
Michela Zanata
"Been here before many times but that was over 7 years ago. Came here for dinner wanting to try their deep fried whole snapper with thai sweet chili..."
Wilson Shum
"Nice and yummy Thai dish. The ingredients are fresh, good quality. Staffs are polite and friendly. Beautiful decor. Very clean and..."
Maggie Chen
"Food was amazing and staffs were friendly! The only problem was we ordered too much as food were too damn good but eventually managed to finish all!..."
WJ Sonier
"Best Thai place in Auckland, beautiful ambience and taste and quality never fail to impress us.. always our go to place .. had our elder son’s 9th..."
Nidhi Pitalia
"We’ve been to Thailand many times and love our Thai food. This was by far the best Thai food we have ever experienced! Very reasonable prices,..."
Vicki Ritchie
"Apart from the loud echoey room food and service was..."
Dane Garrett
"Nice evening, good atmosphere and great service. Food was delicious and well flavoured. For those who want it spicy they can make it so, but for the..."
Hitesh Patel
"Great food and portion size, great prices, friendly staff, clean restaurant. 100% recommended and will be..."
D1LEMA 0666
"Amazing food. It tastes absolutely delicious. Beautiful presentation as well. The interior of the restaurant is very nice. The staff is friendly,..."
Dixa Fulara
"Celebrated birthday. Service was exemplary. I can recommend De Grande for celebration as well just going for a meal or takeaway. The lady who served..."
Romi Dewan
"Lovely place. We never planned to go there as we were looking for good restaurant around Cornwall Park. However, next time it will be definitely..."
Karim Saleh
"Came by for dinner around 2000 and it wasn't too busy so we were able to get a table in the back. It was still quite busy at this time though. The..."
Benedict Uy
"What a place to have a feed. This is more than a restaurant for me but more of an authentic experience. The facilities are clean and fresh and are ..."
Make It Happen Adventures
"What an amazing Christmas Eve dinner at De Grand. First time here and we were not disappointed. We were a huge group of 25 and we were very well..."
Charles Misquitta
"Was delicious and the service was excellent.!! Thank you..."
Maha Alrajhi
"Never been to this restaurant before but was recommended by a friend. It was a public holiday and they opened for us. The service was amazing, the..."
Christine Randell
"The ambient and service here is top notch! Super friendly and accomodating. Fast service and the food is so good! We come quiet..."
Linda Nikora
Tanuki Sushi & Sake Bar
85/100 (709 ratings)
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"Amazing service from the staff at Tanuki. The food was great especially the beef steak. The best in my opinion. Although the tempura prawns which I..."
Marggie Pascua
"Great place with great ambience. The Chef’s selection of sashimi platter and nigiri sushi is fresh and delicious. Busy on the weekends tho, but..."
Cheryl 🍒
"Haven't been here for so long, we just walked in and it's almost full for early dinner.Friendly greeting on arrival. Was gonna to order my own..."
CocoOnFire
"always a good time @tanukis, great food service and atmosphere. had the beef tataki which was off the hook. the sashimi so fresh and tasty. karage..."
Derek McDonald
"A special blue abalone & scallop "hama-yaki," served & grilled over a flame at the table; a dish of deep-fried soft shell crab; stir-fried noodles..."
STRADS
"I went here for my 21st Birthday and all I can say is WOW!! The food was amazing! In my opinion it was the best sushi place I have ever been too! The..."
Brittany Griffiths
"Dined here for a birthday where we got the set menu and the restaurant let us book out the whole place. The food came out quite fast however portions..."
Jenny Da
"As a single person dining in a foreign city, I often find myself sitting at the bar of a sushi restaurant. Here you can expect elegantly prepared..."
TheBearReview
"My favourite Japanese restaurant in Auckland! Nice to have proper Japanese food and not the mainstream fusion dishes. The soup that comes with the..."
Jesse Ledwin Lebe
"Went here with a big group of work colleagues on Friday night. The restaurant it nice and little with a semi private area down the back for large..."
Alysha Bower
"Excellent authentic Japanese restaurant.  Services second to none. Food was amazing and well presented. Great variety on the menu. Highly..."
Natalie Leng
"Once again another restaurant I would definitely dine at again. Food was simple, fresh and delicious!!! Staff members were welcoming which is always..."
ليلىٰ 💛
"I love this place! We always have work functions here and they have the most perfect service and try to accomodate everyone's needs. Good authentic..."
Annie Wilson
"Have heard so much about this place and once again, we finally made it here. They seem to always be packed in here! (Which is a good sign that the..."
Queena
"The food is really good! High quality. We order Beef tataki and lamb chops. Better to make a booking during peak hours. We will definitely come back..."
Jane
"Real good service here, highly attentive staff, even when it's busy busy busy.There is a wide selection of food, but some dishes are worth..."
Charmaine
"Great place to eat before a show or movie as it is really close to Aotea Centre and IMAX movies.This place does get really really busy, so..."
I_like_pickles
"Great dining experience here on Tuesday night. Good atmosphere, friendly staff with great service . We ordered multiple dishes to share, my..."
Food 24/7
"Love this place food staff atmosphere epic yum stoked. Go the Tuna Tataki so good. Nice lighting feel well treated and we'll fed. I want to live..."
Steve Latham
"Location is good if you want dinner before a movie at imax or a show at the civic. Nice dim lighting and it has a Japanesey feel. Food was..."
Misty
"Well what a taste sensation this little gem of a place is. We came here for pre show dinner, they had the courtesy to ask if we were going to a show..."
Dave Koefoed
"You're gonna find some delicious Japanese food in this izakaya on Queen Street. I tried several dishes there, and could say that everything..."
Diogo Reck
"Everything in the restaurant was quite mediocre. We had a king prawn and scallop dish which was delicious and the teriyaki chicken was run of the..."
Jan
"I was actually trying to go to Tanuki's Cave but ended up here instead. No regrets. Service was lovely and the waiter knew his stuff. Dish after dish..."
Sheena
"A Japanese restaurant with a classy, bar vibe. Came here once for dinner but it's really the kind of place you'd go with a couple of friends after a..."
Michelle Li
"Hustle bustle and fantastic atmosphere. We had 40 min to spare before our show started and even though the place was jam packed we were seated..."
Caroline Williams
"Lucky us, came here on Thursday noon and found out that's the only day they serve lunch? Lunch plate is worth and u can enjoy sashimi, salad, miso..."
Flora
"Great place for Friday dinners with friends. Staff are friendly and attentive especially when this place is packed. I usually order the Salmon and..."
Rojas
"Beautiful Japanese eatery, arrived with no booking, it was not an issue, seated quickly and served very softly, even though they were busy. Sis not..."
Grant McAneaney
"Enjoyed a really nice evening with a group of 6 and though we were probably a bit rowdy(!?) they handled us well. The service was prompt and..."
Jo Y
"I engaged in a feeding frenzy here with a large group of friends, it was excellent. The sashimi was a highlight. The staff didn't mind that we spent..."
Rose
"Very rustic but cozy ambienceAmazing selection of sake Staff very friendly and knowledgable Try the octopus and sashimi..."
Globalfoodlover
"Dined here on a Sunday night - so it was pretty quiet - we had the full attention of the staff! Food is flavourful and prettily presented - which is..."
Adeline
"Went here last night with a couple of friends. Such a great atmosphere there and brilliant service. We decided to get a few dishes and share them..."
Sarah Cornes
"The atmosphere is so good, great place for gathering with friends, food is about average. The services also good. But end of all, hard to find..."
Kiky Eng
"After having friends recommend Tanuki's, we booked in advance for a weekend away. Glad we did as it was busy. Seated by the kitchen, our orders were..."
Simon Kearsley
"Tanuki, Tanuki's Cave and Kura have been at the forefront of Japanese food in Auckland for as long as I can remember, and whilst I usually opt for..."
Madicattt
"A dining institution on Queen Street and it's not hard to see why! The decor is authentically Japanese and I've always found the service friendly and..."
Andrew @anjeats
"I usually don't eat raw fish or sashimi, but Tanuki is the only restaurant I can eat sashimi, very fresh !! Place is too small, too confined, walk-in..."
Tritip Kittitanarux
"I would say that the restaurant space for this restaurant is a bit too cramped for me. It's hard to get around especially when there are a lot of..."
Miss Terry Foodie
"Five stars! Went there for lunch yesterday. It was a bit quiet but the food was awesome and served very quick! Very flavoursome and fresh. Not our..."
Nataliya Hare
"Really good atmosphere and authentic tasty Japanese. The service is attentive and the sake range is excellent. Highly..."
Miss Surfer
"Was there last night with my Japanese wife who like Japanese food,ha!ha!.Sat at counter which is the best place for 2-3 people.The Japanese , he..."
Rick Littlewood
"My favourite Japanese place. Try the broccoli and the karaage chicken. YUMMMM. 10/10 love this place. The service can be a little poor but it is..."
Lucy
"The place was packed on a Wednesday night but we managed to get a table for two without booking when we arrived Tanuki at 6:00pm, provided that we..."
Theresa Chan
"Went there the other night and loved it!!The prices are average, but the venue is outstanding making this a very cheap awesome Japanese..."
Grant
"Three of us had dinner at Tanuki's on Friday at 7pm before a show next door. The restaurant was full but we had a reservation and the waiter showed..."
Genie @ BunnyEatsDesign
"I went to Tanuki sushi and sake bar for an early dinner on a Friday night. It was very busy so I would recommenced booking. The menu consists of the..."
Rebecca Smith
"Booked a table for my wife birthday celebration. First time we had been there. Atmosphere was superb, busy for a Thursday. Staff were outstanding,..."
Mark Dempsey
"Nice to get here earlier and on a bad weather night, little less busy than usual. Always great food, such a nice treat while I'm here, easy place to..."
Karōria Johns
"Have been going here for quite a few years went on a Thursday night around 6.30 no problem getting a seat at all food is so tasty and fresh awesome..."
Corey Dick
"The food was exceptional. We had the upstairs private dining room. We had a group of 21. The staff were outstanding and Sophia our server was always..."
Deeisaacs Deeisaacs
"Had a lovely evening here at tanuki! Everything was delicious! We came here with first table, the staff very kindly explained the requirements of the..."
Joa
"Pls pls pls have an experience in here! everything was amazing, so beautiful fresh sashimi, nice drinks options and good service!! Ive never seen..."
Winnie Park
"Reliable, decent quality Japanese food in a nice (if rather cold) setting with friendly service. Serving sizes are pretty small so you need to order..."
Mary Binney
"Nice, quite unexpected way to sit. Chief knows his stuff very well..."
Oleksandr Honcharov
"Wonderful evening experience. We arrived to a bustling restaurant on a Thursday night. Super friendly and helpful staff were very attentive and..."
Merinda Dempsey
"Haven't had fish this fresh and delicious since visiting coromandel in 2022. I would go as far as to say this is one of my favourite restaurants in..."
ocean
"Sushi over here is incredible, and if you are a fan - you cannot go wrong with this place. Even if the range is not that wide - anything you choose..."
Andrei Diomidov
"Yummy food and great atmosphere 10/10 overall experience! We had such an amazing time. We ordered the Octopus with Wasabi for our starter. Mains we..."
J93
"The food was excellent, especially the karage chicken! Service is impeccable and the staff is lovely!! Highly recommend tanuki Japanese restaurant to..."
Arthur Garbuz
"Work do this time, fun night upstairs in the big room. Great food and service as..."
Martin Hamill
"Truly delicious food and excellent service. My party of 8 arrived without a reservation and they were able to accommodate us provided we were willing..."
Yvonne Frindle
"Great food, very fresh and reasonable pricing for a nice night..."
Dean Campbell
"Food is quite nice but only a little servings, should have bigger pork belly. Steak is quite good..."
Joseph Martin Arreola
Banzai
85/100 (796 ratings)
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Mid-range
"I wasnt too impressed with the food selection, guess ive expected too much seeing the rating this place got. My husband was happy with his..."
Celani Atienza
"Very friendly service and delicious food!..."
Foodaholic
"Have not been to Banzai for a long time now. Food is still good. Always busy, so make sure you book. Friendly service, but could possibly speed the..."
Jade Lim
"This small place is a hidden gem, tucked in Dominion Road together with other popular restaurants, this place is a must visit for those Japanese..."
Ang Sarap
"Amazing food, friendly & helpful staff - plus great value. I had the vegan friendly sushi & udon. My friend had a chicken dish. We enjoyed the food..."
Carol
"Food all taste delicious and fresh, staff super friendly and polite, environment nice and clean, good to have a date evening dinner here if you both..."
LuNa The TuNa
"Amazing!!!! The food was the best Japanese we have EVER had, will be telling all our friends and family about this wee gem.Don’t waste..."
Jodi Imlach
"Great customer service. Went above and beyond to accomodate for my allergy needs. Chef came out, asked questions and took the time to really explain..."
Nzleonzh
"Came here on a busy Saturday night on a last minute booking that they gladly obliged for a friend's birthday. Great sake selection and the mixed..."
Ed
"Great friendly staff parking right out front interior is amazing foods a bit pricey but is served very nicely and fancy a bit busy during the evening..."
Jimmy Chen
"Eventually you will find parking on Dominion road. Book a table just in case as sometimes they are very busy. It's a small place with maybe 8 tables..."
Katerina
"This place will be my favorite restaurant. All the meals are outstanding and served quickly even they are very busy. Love the Tonkushu Ramen. The..."
Irischen0509
"We come here a lot for takeaways. The food is always extremely tasty and well prepared. They used styrofoam for everything, so the more you order the..."
Sassy Radish
"Had fantastic dinner today Beautiful food Well priced ,lovely staff , place is spotless , what more do you want, been coming here for 6/12 months now..."
Stephen Bell
"I had such a lovely experience here. I don't eat Japanese often but the food was very nice. They had a lot of variety with food and drinks...."
Carmelia Ng
"Been coming here for years now and have never found fault in anything! Food is always amazing and so well priced. This is not a fastfood outlet so..."
Hanna Martin
"Beautiful food great price great staff good portions don’t understand why anyone would write a negative comment about Banzai its a small kitchen..."
Jen Lin
"Came here for lunch on a Saturday and it was quiet, my partner and I being the only guests. We ordered a salmon teriyaki main with add-on rice and..."
Rae
"I have been a loyal lover of Bonzai for years. Not only is it some of the best Japanese food in Auckland, the staff are so friendly and..."
Shannon Hibbard
"I love this place! The food is always delicious and the staff is so nice and welcoming. They recently added some delicious deserts to the menu as..."
Juportellam
"Came here on a Saturday night after work at around 7.30pm. The place wasn’t that busy then so we thought it would be a nice dinner. However..."
Jason Zhang
"Absolutely lovely people, superb service. A brisk and prompt welcome, and efficient delivery of dishes, topped off by a delightful farewell by the..."
Liz Bradley
"customer service is pretty good, friendly staff, tidy place, food is pretty ok. average. and the serving portion is quite small for the price they..."
Mr4saken
"We came here just as it opened at noon but regardless of how busy it gets, customers can expect friendly staff and cheerful greetings as you enter..."
Vanessa
"My all time favourite restaurant! Have been here over 20 times! It's always perfect food and the staff are all so friendly and nice! My favourite is..."
Lumarr1992
"Yum Yum. Came Monday night for dinner, the food was great and the staff were lovely. Enjoyed the entrees they we all delicious and don't hold back on..."
Christina Hibbard
"Banzai is probably one of the most authentic Japanese restaurants you can get in Auckland. The owner and staff are all Japanese, every time I go into..."
Sylvester Kuo
"Beautiful presentation, you can tell they care so much about their food! Good service, really attentive and warm. The food is amazing, every time I..."
Alana McConnell
"Without a doubt the best Japanese food in AKL!! The food is as tasty as it is beautiful and the vibe/interior is so warm and inviting. Staff are..."
Tania Boikov
"Great tasty Japanese food for any night of the week. Took a little while to get our meals because they were super busy, but when they came they were..."
Abbey Lissaman
"The food has been consistently amazing - for years.However, I would like to say a special thank you to the staff and chef for taking extra..."
Deborah Ruth Thompson
"We have eaten in and gotten takeaway. The staff here are very lovely. I must admit the takeaway experience was better than dining in. Dining in the..."
Wanderlust
"Tasty Japanese food, beautifully presented on the plate. Lovely, friendly service where you are cheerfully greeted upon entering and given a hearty..."
Zutalors
"Pretty delicious Japanese food. Recommend the stir fried noodle with fish. Great taste with nice appearance. However, the size of the dish were not..."
Kelvin Laojh
"Good quality food and good service can be a bit pricy , only negatives the parking and the shortage of space in the restaurant ...you will have to..."
I Am Hungry
"This place was a nice little surprise, and I was very impressed! Stopped off here for a quick bite before heading off to the hot springs..."
Eden OBrien Ford
"Had dinner here jus before a mad rush of people came in. Very friendly staff and kid friendly environment (lego and mr potato heads at hand). Ordered..."
Jamez Hill III
"Absolutely love this place! Stumbled upon it one night and it was surprisingly really good. It is quite small and basic decoration however the..."
Sasha McCormick
"Went here on an extremely busy Saturday night. The waitress was absolutely lovely and very polite and apologetic for the wait time. Food was..."
Shannon
"We loved this place! Its small and i would recommend not parking in the customer carpark as people double park and trap you. The food is divine..."
Athena
"Lunch: Mixed Sashimi rice set (good), with Salmon, tuna and avocado.Soup: Miso soup (surprising good)Service: GreatP.S. a bit hot if..."
Evita Lewis
"Extremely satisfied with their services and food. Super friendly staff and they know how to make their customers feel special. They will all greet..."
Hung Quoc Bui
"Nice and cozy space. The staff are very friendly and attentive. Good value for money. Food is great. Noticed the toilet and kitchen are clean...."
Littleredpanda
"The staff here are all very friendly and hospitable. Never have I been to a place where you exit and the whole crew says their thanks and good byes...."
Alex
"Really tasty, fresh and yummy and surprisingly cheap, not sure how they can do it! Moreover the restaurant has a nice vibe and the staff is really..."
Giu
"Love the presentation of food and such beautiful staff members that welcome you as you step in the door. I was provided with an art of sushi. Thanks..."
Bridget Murdoch
"Sushi was fabulous! The beef tataki melted in your mouth. Parking is right outside which is perfect - wish we had known about that!! Would..."
Foodie101
"This cute little place we stumbled across on Saturday night, the staff are soo lovely and super friendly, meals were so fresh and delicious. Healthy..."
Shannon Moore
"Great food, although was a bit thrown as they don't serve Katsu-don (just Katsu), so didn't expect the small amount of rice on the dish. The Katsu..."
Ryan
"I came here with my partner on a Saturday evening around 6ish. We didn't make a booking but we were served straight away by a friendly waitress. They..."
Bonita Tiamo
"Price 3.5/5Service 4/5Food 4/5Atmosphere 3/5 Friendly staff and quality dishes Happy dinner come and try again ..."
Renor Kay
"You wouldn't even know it was there, but Banzai is definitely worth a visit. Food (especially mains) are of a decent size and presented beautifully...."
Maia Churichkova
"I have been here twice and both experiences are quite consistent in terms of service and food quality. The first time I came as a big group of about..."
Sheena
"My Banzai experience was amazing! The staff were attentive and friendly, making you feel welcome the second you walked in the door. The food not only..."
Emma Earl
"Love it here, always extremely friendly, attentive service, and this doesn't go un noticed, especially due to the fact that they are often busy...."
Mat Randomplay
"The effort is evident - for those whom have sharp tongues and have had a fair bunch of experience with Japanese cuisine, you'll notice the wasabi and..."
Gentlepig
"The food is always fresh tasting and delicious-Highly recommend the miso soup and the spicy avocado prawn salad.Service is always..."
Kate
"Saw Banzai on the top 100 cheap eats so thought we'd give it a go! As my partner and I love Asian food were not too hard to please. The place itself..."
HJ
"Bang on target with their stuff. Amazing sushi and they do deserve to be one of the best in Auckland. Their staff are also friendly whilst providing..."
Vaidyanathan Balasubramanian
"Thank you Metro Cheap Eats! This is such a neat little number, one of q few tucked into Dominion Road. Their lemon chilli Udon looked, smelt and..."
Jessica Chen
"I've been meaning to get to Banzai for a while, when we decided we needed affordable Japanese we knew it would be ideal for dinner.It was..."
Amy Webb
"Came here today for the second time for lunch and I gotta say I was a little disappointed. After reading all the positive reviews, I was expecting my..."
Marcella
"Went here on Chinese new year and we surprisingly got a table. We expected all the restaurants on Dominion road would be busy. However it is a..."
The Incredible Edible
"The best japanese food in Auckland. The freshest fish I had in a sushi or nigiri. The food in general is very delicate and rich. Absolutely worth the..."
Will Scalioni
"Good Japanese and affordable don't usually go hand-in-hand. Banzai was the exception and that's why I wanted to try it out. Friends and family have..."
Wilson Chau
"Delicious and really well priced Japanese food.  I had the spicy chicken udon noodles soup and my partner had pork katsu.  We also shared a plate..."
Rebben
"Had heard good things about this restaurant for quite a while and finally decided to visit with a friend. Whilst the location is a bit strange..."
Marina S
"Always great food, always great service. The yakisoba noodles are delicious. A great place to get dinner before a show at the Capital..."
Jos
"I had the yakiniku chicken and rice dish which was really good! Comes with loads of veges and meat. The octopus balls are also nice. Good, cheap..."
Tessa Hall
"Had the dinner here to celebrate my friends birthday. It was my first time trying this place out. Nice, lovely little restaurant and gets busy really..."
Tina Wu
"One of my Dominion Road favourites. Friendly fast delicious, really well priced excellent food. It was freezing outside and me and a mate wondered..."
Bill
"Dropped in for lunch on a Sunday. Basic yet cozy. The staff are very polite and friendly. Had the beef tataki which was cooked perfectly. Portion..."
Jamini Pulyadath
"This is such an amazing place and already my favourite! The staff are so friendly, the prices are very low for the amazing quality you receive - it..."
Anna Nayyar
"Lovely. The spicy noodle fish salad- best thing I ate in..."
Julie Alp
"Seriously good Japanese food with unbelievably low prices for the quality you receive. This is a tiny spot on Dominion Rd with only a few tables so I..."
RoseMT
"This is hands down the best Japanese restaurant in Auckland! If you haven't tried their melting salmon dish you haven't lived! Fantastic service, and..."
Emily Smith
"Simply fabulous!!Very authentic, nicely priced and truly enjoyable...every time irrespective what the choice has been from their menu. Banzai..."
Sam Anand
"Simply Amazing! Great Food and a variety of foods for the entire family. To date this is some of the best Japanese food i have had, very authentic..."
Neepz706
"We visited last week, the food looked great and the staff very friendly. Will be back to taste more on the..."
Melanie Millman
"This is a family favourite, it's well priced and something Japanese for everyone. We normally get takeaway as it is always busy. The reason it's..."
Stephen Ward
"Wow! What a place!Consistently the best Japanese food in the city with excellent prices!The staff are welcoming and friendly and the prices..."
Robin Duff
"This place is fantastic. I've been to Dominion Road lots of times to eat at places like Tusk Thai and Barilla Dumplings, but after reading the..."
Nikki S.
"Went to Banzai for the first time. Was blown away by the entire experience! I then realised 'Master Chef' Michael Meredith had featured Banzai on NZ..."
Mike Irvine
"The best Japanese restaurant in Auckland for sure! The food is authentic and beautifully presented by chef, Kazu. The service is always lovely and at..."
Aiko N
"We love banzai Japanese. The service is wonderful, the food is amazing & the atmosphere is lovely & unpretentious. Try the melting salmon...."
Sonya Simpson
"Decided to give this one a go after reading all the good feedback. Loved the food we had tonight plus the excellent service. We had mixed sashimi,..."
Hailey Tran
"Not sure why we have not been here before. The food is fantastic and well priced. By the time we left, I think we had eaten our way through the..."
David Boshier
"Home made restaurant quality food. It is the environment and staff that gives it the bonus stars. Service: 5/5Wait time:..."
Tony Ma
"After having a look at The Food Store's menu prices, we decided to cancel our booking for tonight and look elsewhere. My wife decided she wanted..."
Kepa Tairua
"What a find, great food, great prices and exceptional staffNot having been a fan Of Japanese food i am now a convert i am currently eating there..."
John Todd-Lambie
"My favorite restaurant by far and by the looks of the other reviews its everyone else favorite too!Only compliant is that they don't have a..."
Allison Crene
"I love the staff here! So friendly and welcoming. I've known about this place for quite a while, these days it is good to book your table because it..."
Lucia Florence
"I would say this is the best Japanese restaurant in Auckland that I have been to. The food is always beautiful, and the prices are very reasonable...."
Duke_meko
"WOW!!! WHAT A GEM! Absolutely awesome food, presented BEAUTIFULLY, awesome service and fantastic value!!There was 3 of us and we each had a..."
Courtney Maloyd
"What a great find! In amongst a few disappointing dining outings this week, Banzai was a welcome relief.Friendly service,..."
Mila
"Great food & service as well as inexpensive. Whats not to love? Book as it is very busy particularly toward the end of the week. Dishes are..."
Yoda
"The food was simply fantastic I cant wait to go back again and try some of the other dishes.Some of the best Japanese food I have ever eaten and..."
Sean
"This has to be the best value Japanese in Auckland. Fantastic dishes, at great prices. This restaurant is a hidden gem, but word is getting..."
Celeste Bowden
"This place rocks! The food is amazing, tastes authentic, the quantities are plentiful, the menu is extensive and everything in it is delicious (I..."
Frankie
"I had lunch here and found it so great, I had to sign up to write a review!Aside from great pricing and yummy food, I witnessed the most amazing..."
Marlena
"If you have fussy friends who are a little bit picky and aren't huge fans of Asian, plus one being an extreme vegan, come here.Other than..."
Cookie
"One of my favourite Japanese restaurants. Not many tables but we booked 45mins in advance and had no problem when we arrived. Delicious appetisers...."
Michael Humphries
"Banzai is a brilliant Japanese cuisine option for the Dominion road foodie. With an extensive menu and a great mix of classic and modern Japanese..."
Auckland Food Tours
"Banzai is one of our favourite Dominion road eateries. Where a lot of the other choices will leave you feeling a bit heavy around the waist band..."
Madicattt
"We're spoilt for choice in Balmoral as far as Asian dining is concerned.Before or after a movie at the quaint Capitol Theatre, it's hard to go past..."
Maggie G
"Our family friends suggested to eat here because they really enjoyed their visit a little while back. It was just a small restaurant that our..."
Marnelli
"Banzai stands out like a beacon of Japanese elegance amidst the chaos that is Asian eateries on Dominion Road. Instead of rough linoleum & tacky..."
Kiwi Food Wonders
"Great authentic Japanese restaurant. Plenty of choice on the menu. Small store and intimate atmosphere. Staff were friendly and very..."
Christopher Simmons
"Ramen Is pretty salty. Banzai roll was nice..."
Ryan L
"Amazing experience with delicious authentic Japanese food and excellent customer service. Miso soup was yum and udon noodles were full of flavors...."
Manpreet Singh
"Meticulous approach to great food malong and excellent service. Highly..."
Jakub Nawrot
"Found this lively Japanese Sake/tapas place nestled off dominion road. It has a nice homely feel to it, staff are polite and attentive. The chef..."
Hitesh Patel
"The food here is so amazing. The sashimi salad is really fresh and the spicy prawn udon is of great taste. Feeling so satisfied afterwards. Will..."
Yuan Z
"Consistently good food - the melting salmon is outstanding and a visit to Banzai is worthwhile for that alone. All of the dishes are beautifully..."
Lisa T
"Well it was definitely one of my best sushi experiences in Auckland so far! Absolutely loved melted salmon sushi-yuuum and salad was just nothing..."
Anna Poliakova
"Ordered spicy pork lamen and it came at the right spiceness, not too much and not that little. I like the space, harmonically decorated, with an..."
Mauricio Kimura
"Have been coming here for years! Would highly recommend the Teriyaki, Japanese Curry and Katsu Chicken. The Sashimi Salmon and Tuna are also..."
Raynil Laxmidas
Happy Boy
85/100 (1155 ratings)
Restaurants
New Zealand
New Zealand
Asian
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Pork
Burger
New Zealand
Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"If you wanna go somewhere where you don’t have to wait for food, the staff treat you like old mates, the drinks are delicious and the food is so..."
Max Jensen James
"This is our new fav place. The staff are super friendly and you are always greeted at the door. The food comes out fast and is always delish. If..."
Natalie Strange
"We went last night and after ordering our food we waited a while, when a waitress came over and asked if we wanted anything else to eat, we told her..."
Victoria Dunlop
"First thing I noticed when walking into this place was how clean it was. Not a mark on tables and chairs. Burgers had an asian twist by having..."
Cath Sanvictores
"Super cool place, great food and really friendly staff. We ordered a bit too much but it was REALLY good. Loved the branding and..."
Alistair Kirk
"First off- amazing food and customer service � They forgot a burger in our order, called and apologised, and when we came to get it, they threw in..."
Ander Alrutz-Stierna
"We walked in 7pm greeted, seated and served promptly! We ordered two chicken bun, sober noodle salad and fries. The food was fast and super tasty!..."
Ash Tyson
"Food is amazing. The staff and customer service is one of the best. Always enjoy returning...."
Carmell Rose Smith
"Awesome food and atmosphere like no other. Not your average diner experience! You got to experience it because no words can describe how unique it..."
Annette Wong
"Smells fantastic. Tastes awesome. Little pricey. But all good!My coach recommended me to try their tofu burger. It’s nice, my wife said..."
Tony Ma
"Ordered the chicken Siracha baoburger along with the chicken nibbles fries and a caramel and walnut brownie. That baoburger was freaking divine such..."
#fatlyfe
"Absolutely loved the fried chicken with maple waffles for the two-for-one Sunday deal! Also enjoyed the pork belly bao bun and the Asian inspired..."
Persian Foodie
"Friendly..."
Jay Ma Smith
"I had pork belly bao burger and it was good. Also, i had kimchi fries added bacon. Was better than i expected. Friendly..."
Alice In New Zealand
"Yum, the vegan bao bun is so delicious and so filling. Happy Boy is my go-to restaurant when I'm craving a burger and fires. The staff are all really..."
Jessia
"It is the first time I have eaten here, even though I am a local, and I think this is the best burger I have ever eaten, Just had the std beef burger..."
Ralph Jameson
"Awesome layout and cute ambience, was quickly seated and served and the food was bought out so quickly-I was very impressed! Ordered the pork baoger..."
The Scarfoodie
"This place has such a fun aesthetic! Would recommend dining in, but maybe not on a weekend as I presume it can get quite busy. The tofu bao is..."
Ida
"Happy boy is a super fun place with good food and a point of difference that makes this place a must visit.The aesthetic of the place is..."
Matchstick Reviews
"Super novel spot, but the food stands on its own two feet. Loveable gimmicks - the clicker to see the menu, the ‘shots’ in the slushies etc. Can..."
Anna
"Got the tofu burger and the chicken burger with fries via ubereats, and I must say... couldn't fault it! Massive bao and one of the best tofu burgers..."
A_craving_foodie
"I have been making it our mission of late find the best vegetarian baos in Auckland and so far Happy Boy is leading the charge for me. Here, they..."
Gourmet Vegetarians
"The baoburgers are bomb! Especially the chicken one. 10/10 recommend! We ordered the shoe string fries separately - it needed a bit more salt, but..."
Etienne Marie
"Got happy boy via ubereats last Friday night as my friend said it’s really good. I got the sriracha mayo fried chicken baoger, and after happy boy..."
Jenny Kim
"Amazing place to dine. Awesome decor great music even better food. Quick and easy serivce straight forward no muck around! Had the kiss kiss pork..."
Lolesio Sale
"I have ordered their siracha chicken baoger and crispy tofu burger. They both were really good. Good on them to have nice vegetarian option. One star..."
Epicure
"First time here, amazing food. I love my Chinese buns, tofu and salad and this is the perfect marriage. The sesame crusted tofu patty bao (10/10,..."
Food2belly
"O Happy Boy indeed :DFirst time visiting and we definitely weren't disappointed! The staff were friendly and genuine which helped to create..."
Zaine Williams
"Great place good food slightly pricey for glorified fast food but definitely worth the trip to see the bright fun restaurant complete with a retro..."
John Marshall
"Always love their baogers and each time I’ve been there they have remained consistent. Great fitout, friendly staff and some lovely cocktails...."
Natasha Watson
"Very tasty burgers and very friendly staff. We’re big fans of Kiss Kiss in Mt Eden and Happy Boy has the same vibe and flavours. We’ll..."
Tim Summerville
"Awesome place in Royal Oak. We went for dinner on a Saturday night. We had the beef burger and the pork katsu. Both very well served. We ordered the..."
Boty
"I only go out of my way to write a review for a place if I think it's worth 5 stars and Happy Boy Eatery definitely deserves it. I've been here on a..."
Levi Lindsey
"Had a wonderful experience at happy boy :) Great food, awesome atmosphere and super friendly and fast service 👍🏻 Highlight was definitely the..."
Tasha Rawiri
"Much like the Bao at Kiss Kiss ... deliciousThe beef one tasted a lot like better burger and the chicken one was packed with flavour...."
S&G Take Auckland
"Another awesome eatery by the same people who own kiss kiss and love exposure. Had the tofu baoger which was tasty with the tofu having a really..."
Sjr Sjr
"Absolutely amazed by the decore pretty lively and great ambience...Our staff was super friendly and provided great service.For entres we..."
Mulik.aditya99
"Loved the vibe & music they were playing. Super friendly waitress. Loved the chicken steam bun burger 🤤 can’t wait to go back and try some other..."
Tee
"First time @ Happy Boy and was not disappointed. Went in on a Friday evening with the kids and got a table instantly. Really love the..."
Sarena & Eashvar Chhotu
"So so so good! Your mood just immediately gets lifted as soon as you step through the door, being bombarded with bright neon lights and a..."
Vivian C
"Happy Boy is a must if you live or visiting Auckland! Burgers were perfect! Workers were welcoming & nice! Been here 5 times & it never disappoints!..."
Maria
"Came here for the third time tonight and it really doesn’t disappoint! edamame is always my fave! However I didn’t particularly looove the tofu..."
Sophie Wilton
"Wow what a experience, went here for dinner the other night , place was super busy we walked in and was greeted straight away, we ordered a few..."
Gnxsta23
"The free range popcorn chicken is delicious and a big serving. I’m not a fan of Bao burgers but love their ribs, hero chicken nibbles - they do..."
V C Blanco
"Such a big fan of this place! Kind of in the middle of nowhere really, not often I come to royal oak but definitely worth the trip! It’s a..."
Georgia Vossen
"Happy boy has quite the aesthetic. They have limited menu to start of but they're pretty interesting. I was curious about the white buns that's why I..."
JC
"The atomosphere of happy boy is so much fun, the neon is playful and lighthearted making it a cool experience to come here! I had the chicken baoger..."
Shenée Geaney-Jones
"It’s stands out like a ‘widow in white’ as you approach the Royal Oak Roundabout. I drove past so many times, naively thinking it was a..."
Adam Benjamin
"Having been disappointed with eating out in NZ after returning from a long stint overseas, Happy Boy has restored my faith with veggie/vegan food..."
Eating My Way Around
"Awesome food and great service - this restaurant is so fun to visit. I tried the bourbon and coke slushie - loved it! Also the popcorn chicken is so..."
Mel Cole
"I love happy boys wings not for the faint of heart as it is a wee spicy for anyone sensitive to heat 🌶 and definitely not a first date type of..."
Foodslut
"Me and my partner enjoy traveling all the way from West Auckland to this place. We love the food so much! The burgers and the wings are so good..."
Crystal
"We ordered two fried chicken kimchi Bao burgers, fries and fries. I also got the peach ice tea slushy.The chicken Bao burger definitely exceeded..."
Dxlche
"The chicken wings were absolutely delicious.The burger - well it’s okay. Bao is such a fad.Service 5/5 the servers always came to..."
Darren Big Belly
"Came here for dinner on an Tuesday night and it was quite busy but there was lots of seating available so that was no issue. I ordered a #2 beef..."
Rae
"Would highly recommend going here. A very unique cool atmosphere where the service is impeccable. The food is very yum and reasonably priced (could..."
Tia Lindbom
"Came here during exam study leave to fuel up and finally having the chance to try the hype! It was pretty busy when we came on a Saturday night and..."
Jason Zhang
"It’s a busy and noisy place, but we never have to wait too long to get a table and food is always tasty. There is a kids menu, which is great for..."
JenniferJ
"Came in earlier in the week, really nice for out, burgers were so tasty and fresh. Staff were friendly, lots of them on so always someone to..."
Jonathan Spratt
"Neon lights, communal long bench tables & chairs and friendly staff taking trays of FLUFFY white baos filled with a mouth-watering range of fillings..."
Annie Ren
"Turned up 45 minutes before closing, were welcomed in by friendly staff and attended to quickly with offerings of water and menus. Staff were polite,..."
Erika Dobson
"Loved the setting and ambience of this place! Cool lighting and very friendly atmosphere. I got the chicken bao and it was my favourite,..."
Yeena Tran
"Had heard mixed reviews about this place but was pleasantly surprised. I had the chicken baoger which was super yummy and I love the bao bun! The..."
Lizzie
"very friendly staffs. food was decent. loved the spicy chicken and the toffu burger. wish could hv more sauce inside the bugger.food:..."
Nukualofa
"Brightly coloured everything made the ambience great. It does feel like you are in a video game, especially little details like the font and the..."
Selina EverHungry Nihalani
"Finally got to try this place! First off, love the layout and decor! The bright lighting inside (and outside) was very inviting and so cool!For..."
Ashleigh Hea
"I've been wanting to go here for awhile and finally got the chance lastnight with my cousin visiting from California. The neon lights and tables..."
Nia Tupouniua
"Had a really nice dinner here with a friend. We both went for the chicken bao and a peach iced tea slushie. While there were many yummy looking sides..."
Tegan Rose Barry
"The atmosphere is so refreshing. Loved the tables and the takeaway boxes were the best I've ever come across.The first thing that arrived to our..."
T.B.F
"Love the decor of this place. So fun and original. The service is good and the food comes quick on top of it being fresh. We had the beef..."
Bella Qian
"I have been here multiple times, I froth over the katsu chicken burger 🤤 the white steamed buns make it they're are SO good. Only thing average is..."
S Kerr
"Came in last night for a family meal & left very satisfied :)We were greeted as soon as we entered and given a seat. It felt like not even 5 min..."
Divarna Retemeyer
"Loved it came here to check what all the rave is about, walked out a happy customer. The wings were definitely my fave and I was craving it days..."
Sarina Tuihalangingie
"Loved the bao burgers! had beef and tofu and both delicious! very messy though. Complaints were that the alcohol seems very over priced and the..."
Emily
"I got the tofu burger which was tasty but alongside the steamed bun was overall a very soft burger. The sesame on the outside of the tofu wasn't very..."
Marina :)
"I've been wanting to try Happy Boy for a while but was waiting for the hype to die down a bit. Being a big fan of Chinoserie and Kiss Kiss, I had..."
Ana
"Went here one evening after seeing photos on social media, the staff were really sweet, the food was good too, I would say it’s a cute place to..."
Evaline Shandil
"I've been to Happy Boy a couple of times and the one thing I've loved is their fries with chipotle mayo! I've tried a few of the burgers (chicken/..."
Jess Wong
"I love when new places open near me so was excited to try Happy Boy. The restaurant is korean fusion burgers. With the burger buns as steamed buns. I..."
Rebecca MacDonald
"Have come here a couple times, and food was good, and service is fast and staff are pretty attentive. Not somewhere I’d go often, but a good..."
Stephanie Kourti
"Happy Boy is your modern take of a classic burger joint if that Burger Joint was an anime cartoon and 20 years in the future.Their burgers..."
James T. Raukete
"The best tofu burger I have ever had! Packed with flavour and the chips are delicious as well! The burgers are very generous portions as..."
Kate DEatz
"Awesome fusion of Asian food and American foods. Friendly staff and nice and clean. Prices could be a bit cheaper. The lighting makes a cool effect..."
Morganp
"Pork burger is a must try ! The pork chop so good !! So flavourful . Chicken popcorn was average . Service is 5/5 ! I would give 5/5 . But..."
Leo Dilshan
"Prepare your tastebuds for a taste sensation. Just been here with a couple of colleagues after work and god was it amazing.The chicken..."
Braden Hunt
"Nothing to fault! The steamed buns were delicious and so fresh. I ordered the fish one which had 3 fillets! The Siracha mayo was just the right..."
Ashleigh Michelle
"Great ambience, food and service. This was a great find and absolutely loved the flavours and concept. We had the lamb and pork burgers which were..."
Rosemary Cook
"Was really excited to try this place after being a fan of chinoserie, and was not let down! Delicious food, great service, cool setting and good..."
Chantal Hoeft
"Happy boy is the new kid on the block of Asian Fusion eateries. This one is different from Kiss Kiss and Chinoiserie in both decor and cuisine type -..."
Kiwi Eats Asia
"There has been so much hype about Happy Boy and their game changing burger. Instead of the traditional burger buns, they serve their burgers in the..."
Cindy Wu
"Happy Boy Eatery occupies what used to be a pharmacy. They have made good use of the space with 'picnic style' tables in the main area & out the back..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"Unusual place - a quirky destination cafe. Kiddie friendly and serves alcohol. Had the pork burger....very filling and tasty. Verging on being a..."
Anna
"Since I live a convenient distance from Happy Boy, I have been eyeing the restaurant even before it opened. Only after dining here the first time did..."
Nicole Dionne
"Loved everything about Happy Boy! Got the tofu burger + fries, and chinese donuts for dessert. It defs lived up to the hype. Will be back for sure..."
Santhosh Chintapatla
"Stone throw away from the hustle and bustle of Royal Oak roundabout, you'll find one of the funkiest burger joints in this part of Auckland. It's..."
Marmite_ninja
"Had the buffalo siracha chicken wings and the shoestring fries with siracha mayo. Very very nice, wing flavour was strong unique but super tasty...."
Cormac O'Grady
"First time to Happy boy, in the weekend it was a wonderful warm an happy atmosphere.Welcoming friendly staff...we had the crab an pork burger..."
Asena Lameko
"Went as a group and got a bao each + fries and chicken nibbles to share. Service was good. Atmosphere is pretty cool. Fries were great, chicken was..."
Elisa
"This place is sooo good, we had the fries, slaw and siracha chicken nibbles which are amazing if your a fan of spicy food. I had the beef burger..."
Libby Jane
"This is my second time here and I left with a better experience than the last time. I actually enjoyed my first experience. This time round I chose..."
Miura Elikana
"Auckland has needed a fusion burger joint like this. Funky and cool, with quick service, that gives you that fast food feel. Had the chicken and..."
Nicole Jana
"We had pork and Lamb burger and chicken nibbles. Unique and tasty! Just didn't like the environment was too noisy for us. Will take away next..."
Lea Zhao
"First two times coming here we gave up as it was too packed so I came a lot earlier. Fast and impressive service as the waiter didn't even have a..."
Haley Ernstzen
"Love this place! It's so quirky and fun and designed really well to make a boring room look interesting. Food is really well made, packed..."
Jessica Callistus
"I was excited to hear about Happy Boy since I really like Chinoiserie and it's not too far from where I live. My friend and I got there at 6pm and..."
Lena Duffin
"Had the pork burger and chicken nibbles. My partner absolutely loved the wings. The sauce was slightly salty but otherwise very enjoyable. I..."
Stanton Lim
"Excellent food and fantastic service. A bit hard to see due to the lighting in the maid restaurant area, but who cares. Have had the pork and beef..."
Heather C Bates
"Finally went to the much talked about Happy Boy! The food was delicious, the service was great and the atmosphere was exciting! We had the tofu..."
Ira Upadhyay
"Went here for dinner tonight, the ambience is fabulous!! Love the lights and design of the restaurant, also the service was warm and friendly. I..."
Simone Mulitalo
"Happy boy is a retro asian fusion resturant which serves burgers designed to encompass multiple different aspects of asian cuisine. Dined here with a..."
Kenny Nguyen
"Absolutely mind blowingly yummo!!!! Sooooooooo good, quick service, great price, friendly staff, and did I mention absolutely delicious.... I will..."
An30nz
"Finally Royal Oak gets interesting! Happy Boy has such a great vibe and awesome food. Loved the burgers, my fave is the pork. Sides, I love the squid..."
Tusk Heart
"From the moment you walk in, Happy Boy is a visual treat! Been here a few times, my favourite burger is the chicken though the pork is also top notch..."
Chantelle Jaime
"came in here with some mates the other night and feasted like a bunch of kings! aesthetic wise if the movies tron and wreck it ralph had a love child..."
T
"Okay, so tried pretty much almost everything in their menu. Everyone loved the food. I don't know why some haters be hating on it. We had the beef..."
Marggie Pascua
"Came here twice already and it's such an amazing burger place, it definitely brings energy to Royal Oak. Food and drinks here is absolutly amazing! I..."
Keri
"Best place in Royal oak by far.Dynamic innovative dining.Will definitely be a regular for me. Not that many options in Onehunga so was..."
Daniel Bundy
"Absolutely loved this place! Has a great vibe, simple retro decor, efficient & friendly staff & delicious grub. I ordered the chicken burger (they're..."
Miura Elikana
"Went there last Sunday, we waited at the entrance to be seated. there were some empty seats which i thought we were very lucky. However, what..."
Lisa Zhao
"ordered the chicken burger and a beef.chicken is the clear winner with that crunch!nice mayo to compliment the fries.wasnt feeling the coleslaw.Mint..."
Willie Sipu
"Went here tonight at around 5:45pmish and quite lucky to get some seats straightaway. But you will have to share a 6 seater table just like Kiss Kiss..."
Karl Evangelista
"Finally, A great restaurant in my suburb.Hype Aside, this place is serving some of the best creations in town, It's a Tokyo inspired Burger..."
Sam Norris
"An exciting opening for the Royal Oak area. As a big fan of Kiss Kiss I was ready for a new adventure.Popped in for a quick bite and was lucky to get..."
WinaJ
"At the moment, Happy Boy is sitting at the top of Auckland's casual dining hype pyramid. The burgers are presented on soft bao buns which are..."
Charlie Lin
"You haven't lived until you're knuckles deep in their KFC wing sauce. Forget about your morals and your manners, you've come to the right place if..."
Rose Griffiths
"Could not recommend more! I ordered the pork burger and it was so unlike anything Ive had before. Really enjoyed this take on a classic burger joint...."
Greta Van Oyen
"Happy boy has been all the hype online and across social media over the last few weeks. It was hard not to be curious and check this place out!..."
HJ
"Went on Friday night of the opening week at 6pm and already very busy. We were told it would be a 30 minute wait which was fine except the host who..."
Sarah Mah
"Nomnom. Hopefully this is the beginning of great things in Royal Oak.We had the ribs, delicious. Slaw, yumm. Tofu burger 😋😋, and chicken..."
Krista Scelly
"Place was really busy. Line of people but was seated quite fast. Smart to do shared tables. Pork ribs super yummy, fall off the bone. Ordered chicken..."
Victoria Jenner
Lifewise Merge Cafe
85/100 (240 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegan Options
British
Fast food
Cafe
Fusion
New Zealand
Caucasian
New Zealand
Fast Food
Street Food
Cafe
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Café
Street Food
New Zealand
Café
Fast food
Fusion
Seating
Free Wifi
Takeout
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"Was told about this place and now its my go to morning coffee and breakfast. Great service, great food, excellent coffee. Cant wait to have time to..."
Brett Goodchild
"Love the vibe, the people, the food, the coffee and of course the heartbeat. You guys are a blessing to those..."
Nguyen Dang
"Thank you for an amazing week of food. Will be supporting you in the future at any opportunity we have and telling everyone we know about you. Keep..."
Joanne Powell
"Great breakfast and the charity is so worthwhile too! To help out please make sure that you pay it forward by adding an extra $4 to your meal...then..."
Nigel Church
"I remember coming here a few years back and it was only $3 for their meals!! Loved this place & the food was on point & straight from the HEART! Met..."
Serena Karanga
"I love the diversity of the place... Reminds me of shortland st...���... Gr8 work my..."
Kat'z Rush
"Quality food and welcoming staff. I met some lovely people and found the environment very comfortable. The free wifi and charging points are also..."
Tobie Date
"Had a great coffee and scone today, good service, lovely atmosphere. Thank you..."
Nicolien de Vries
"it's such a nice place with great staff and awesome food. I would always come back when I am in Auckland, thanks a lot..."
Hannah Springmann
"Went for lunch today - good food, great service, great atmosphere & an excellent..."
Karen Wihongi-Ceberg
"The people are amazing, and the food. Fabulous - fresh, and..."
Levonne Hughes
"Ki ora Koutou mihi mai ra e manakitanga he tangata o ihoa, matua tama wairua tapu e anahera pono te hei mauri ora. i like to personally acknowledge..."
Ko Rawiri SearsNgatai
"Just had lunch with a bunch of members from Toi Ora and had the best fish pie with crunchy broccoli.The chef really knows how to make the meals..."
Eva Trombik
"value for food is excellent here and the meals are served with genuine courtesy and friendliness, unlike the growing epidemic of bourgeois,..."
Lyn Sharpe
"Merge on K Road is not your typical designer-hipster café, but out of all our eat outs, this has been the most memorable. Starting as a soup..."
Husk Creative
"Great people doing fantastic things for our community members in need of help. The food it satisfying straight up meals that are so cheap..."
Debsjunkyard
"Had a great lunch at Merge café today. Food was hot, tasty, cheap and just what we needed on a cold winters day. Recommend this place to..."
Katee Waetford
"I've enjoyed a couple of lunches at the Merge Cafe, and have always gone for the hot lunch option, despite a tempting-looking range of cabinet food..."
Jess Hale
"Wheelchair accessible and the most inclusive, accessible to all people, disabled and non-disabled I have ever experienced. Food was cheap plentiful..."
lorri Mackness
"A high level tasty food at a very affordable value of $4.00. Today’s meal is spaghetti meatballs. I just want to dive in to my meal and enjoy the..."
Eugene Man
"Great place to come especially for the homeless - my son lives meeting all the people who worked here and some of the homeless people..."
Carmen Smith
"This beautiful space and cafe has been there for my son and I when we have been struggling whilst I dealt with life threatening health issues. I will..."
Alyssia Joyce
"Such a great way to support the cities vulnerable. $6.00 for a roast meal. PAy it forward $12.00. Someone in need gets a free Roast Meal as..."
Charmaine Baker
"Always good to see Manu and the team, your greeted with a smile thatnk you to all those involved with Lifewise Merge..."
Haydon Ngakuru
"Couldn’t thank the Staff and lifeWise merge enough they have been there for my son and i through thick and thin when times were tough. Not mention..."
Alyssia Joyce
"For a non profit organisation, their menu is worthy of any customer...rich or poor. Most of the staff are volunteers with better customer service..."
Jacki Tane
"The lunch was very tasty and for the decent price of $4. The staff is really friendly but the best thing of this cafe is the purpose of helping..."
Magdalena Pawelec
"Working in CBD my favorite place to grab a meal. Affordable prices and Staff are very friendly especially Manu who fills my whole dish everytime and..."
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Tokyo Club
85/100 (791 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Sushi
Japanese
Vegan Options
Asian
Japanese
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Fish
Sashimi
Beef
Dumplings
Salad
Duck
Tuna
Fish Soup
Bento (Lunch Box)
Sit down
Asian
Japanese
Sushi
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Nice Japanese place. I liked being able to sit at the bar and see the food being prepared in front of you.Ordered karaage chicken, and pork..."
Richard
"I came here for lunch a few Saturdays ago and was very happy with the Blue Water Bento. While I don’t normally spend $29 on lunch, it..."
Raymond Tiong
"Came in for a small platter and it was amazing! The chicken karage was crispy and juicy, a great dish for a beer! Would love to return to try a full..."
Asianfoodie
"I work in the city so during weekends we rarely visit the place as I want to have a change of scenery away from the busy CBD until one time we passed..."
Ang Sarap
"Can't ever ho wrong with a glass of asahi tap beer and karaage @tokyoclubnz 😊 Crispy succulent chicken sprinkled with lemon and dipped in mayo and..."
Guilty_eatsnz
"Love Love Loved it here so much !!! The service is so good and even when i booked our table over the phone the lady that worked here was super kind..."
Yana Petrenko
"Ordered the Dinner Boxes, found that it was really really good, portion size was considerable with the price of it. Nice decor and really warm..."
Peter Chan
"Great lunch spot. Recommend the teriyaki salmon on rice and the tuna or salmon hand roll. The teriyaki sauce is 👌 and could just eat that alone..."
J Eats
"Ambience is lovely. Food was great, and large portions too! Definitely get the bento box, although I wouldn’t order the nigiri again just because I..."
Grace
"Dinner boxes are great value and offers a lot on the plate. Flavours are decent. Dumplings and takoyaki balls weren’t hot enough in the box, and..."
Bonnie Hu
"I am a huge fan of Tokyo Bay in Takapuna and so I needed to visit Tokyo Club as both restaurants have the same owner! Super lovely staff, beautiful..."
Hansi Dissanayake
"Interesting place to look at, the interior design was really cute and made you feel like you were in Japan! The food was good, interesting and some..."
Foodie_1110
"We had a great time with my wife on a Friday night. Dishes are quite big. We had the tasting box and the salmon and avocado sushi. Both great! Enough..."
Boty
"We initially intended to go to their neighbouring shop (Chop Chop). However, it was overflowing with customers. Unwilling to wait forever, my family..."
Benz Chan
"I love it when restaurants use quality material to prepare their dishes and tokyo club is one that cares about what their customers eat. The beef and..."
Calvin
"Went to Tokyo Club for a business lunch last week. Kudos to the efficient and friendly team for their speedy service during a lunch hour..."
Jade Lim
"Good and clean, nice food :) friendly staff, good portion. Nothing else :) got x2 sushi, x2 lunchbox and sashimi :) yum :) - though a bit pricey..."
SeriousFoodie
"Great food, I ordered vegetarian sushi and it was awesome to see such a variety in the way they made the sushi it wasn’t just all the same and it..."
Fraser Lewis-Smith And Alana Ah Tani
"Lovely little Japanese restaurant with great ambience and wonderful service!We tried the sashimi which was outstanding and the baked..."
Beccs
"Indoor seating area was small but comfortable and cosy. Food was excellent, my favourite being the grilled salmon, also enjoyed the sashimi and the..."
DC
"One of my weekly go-tos: who doesn’t love a great sashimi plate, cone rolls, miso eggplant and karaage chicken. I love that it is a no-frills..."
KH3
"Definitely a 5/5 for customer service. Don’t think steak 🥩 is the beast thing to order in this restaurant. Steak is overpowered by the sauce..."
Leo Dilshan
"Come here a few times for take always and also girls lunch during the day love the eggplant and dark sapporo such a gem great portions highly..."
Chloe-Mae
"Not a bad wee spot for lunch. Tasty food and pretty quick service for a busy lunchtime rush. I had salmon sushi cone, and teriyaki salmon don buri...."
Holly Swallow
"We grabbed lunch here on a weekday and the restaurant was fairly quiet. The portions are normal and decent for what you'd expect at a Japanese..."
Aimee.
"I got the Boss bento box and my sister got the Grill bento box ($26 each). Everything was really delicious apart from the salad which was a bit bland..."
Dxlche
"A few month ago, I went to the tokyo club with my friend.That was the best tuna tataki  I've ever had! I love eating here. and service was..."
Ayumi Fujita
"Had a wonderful dining experience here today. The food was perfectly cooked and reasonably priced, and the service was friendly and efficient. Will..."
Rose Hay
"Really good place for hangout around Ponsonby, good food with reasonable price. And the service was great. Definitely recommended if you looking for..."
Mahendra.kof
"Came here for lunch mid week. The place was quiet and the staff were lovely and fast with food but the place it self inside is a little dark. Food..."
Lana
"Enjoyable lunch. Had a mix of small plates. A nice kiwi twist on Japanese cuisine. The Karagee chicken was good. Party had mixed reviews on the..."
Peter
"This place is my favourite Japanese eatery in Auckland - it has great service, excellent food and the best Japanese beer on tap. My kids also love..."
Robert
"Very welcoming and friendly staff, an easy and broad menu which offered a range of fresh and vibrant traditional Japanese food. Would recommend to..."
Rowan Cox
"They serve my favourite Chicken Teriyaki Don Buri. The chicken is always succulent, and the rice is the best! Service is always excellent, with an..."
David Moore
"The portions were small compared to the price but hey, I suppose we were in Ponsonby. The place is not very big so it can get cramped but the overall..."
Ana
"Came here for a spontaneous lunch. Must say it hit the spot! Meal size was perfect if your not staaarving! I have a favourite Japanese place called..."
Samantha Young
"The coveted Japanese joint in ponsonby central - Tokyo club. I would have to say I was underwhelmed, unfortunately. The service was incredibly..."
Monique Porteous
"Went there twice for dinner on my own. Ordered eye fillet yakiniku. The beef was marinated with sweet soy sauce. Delicious! I ordered ginger pork..."
Lillian Chao
"First time here on a nice Saturday evening, it was semi quiet so the service was quick We had the Sashimi Platter (25pc) and Crumbed panko..."
Food 24/7
"Really enjoyed the portion size and cuts of the sushi. The steak was delicious with the sauces complimenting the meat well. It's usually around quite..."
Jamez Hill III
"This place is our family go to for lunch. We have only ever got the DonBuri's, duck dumplings and Edamame beans and they allow the kids to grab a..."
Daniel Bell
"Popped in here for a quick lunch. The staff were very friendly and attentive. Good sized portions. We got a mixture of a few things to share and all..."
Angela Trigg
"We came here for lunch, the food was delicious. Service was friendly and the food came out quickly. The food however was expensive and portions were..."
Tom O'Connor
"Food 4.0Value 3.5Service 4.0Atmosphere 3I ordered salmon donburi, the portion looks big but actually quite tiny, the sauce +..."
Kelly
"Really lovely, freshly made food. The fried tofu was divine. Cute wee haven in the middle of ponsonby central. The only other vegetarian option on..."
A
"In the middle of Ponsonby central it is bound to be a hot spot. The open kitchen and decor added to such a exciting dining experience. Loved the dark..."
Melissa May Tauch
"Mum and I came here for lunch, and we were seated in a corner. Its quite a small place, so theres not much room to seat tables. We shared a seafood..."
Gemma
"I love Japanese food so this place appealed to me when we went to Ponsonby Central for the firs time. This place is quite small but when we went it..."
Angela (A Style Collector)
"I've had lunch here a few times- I love the interior and the food is fresh and tasty!I really like their fried chicken- SO much flavour! I've..."
Zara Alexzandra Young
"Really enjoyed lunch here. We had the duck dumplings, karage chicken, crispy squid legs and salmon sushimi. All dishes were very good. Salmon was..."
Jo Y
"Tokyo club is by far my favourite sushi place it's comfortable and cosy and nice if you want to be left alone. The sushi portions are well worth the..."
Sheetal Naidu
"One thing common with all Japanese restaurants is their service and it was no different here too. Very friendly and welcoming. I felt like having few..."
Aucklandfoodlover
"Came for lunch a little while ago. The bento boxes, although very filling and fresh, are a tad on the expensive side and not too different from other..."
Maia Churichkova
"Tokyo Club is alright. My highlightWould be the assorted sushimi, very delicious and fresh. The sushi was okay, not the best.The service is..."
Seamus M.
"Great if you're a celiac! They have wheat free soya sauce and make it a breeze to order and eat. Great service and yummy drinks - always a great..."
Ness Sharpe
"Favorite place to eat! Good service and food is always fresh and tastes amazing! The blue water bento box is so yummy and the miso is always good..."
Sinéad Rose Stayton
"I've had very good experiences of Tokyo Club Ponsonby. The service has always been outstanding and the staff are very friendly and helpful. I love..."
William Smalley
"Haven't been in a while but have been a few times. They used to have the BEST Okonomiyaki in town, but due to a lack of popularity they stopped..."
Jason
"First trial in Tokyo Club. It was a small restaurant with about 20 to 30 seaters. We ordered karaage (fried chicken), steamed rice and miso soup,..."
Cindy Ong
"A friend and I had a bite to eat here at Tokyo Club and had a great experience. We were shown to a table which had room for me to put my baby's pram..."
Sarina W
"Absolute favorite place to eat out currently; Food is great, Freshly made to order in front of the bar tables, lots to choose from ranging from share..."
Toni Wilson
"Recently went to this chic busy restaurant, like the idea of the bar seats and eatery bar in front of the chefs,  very polite greeting and service..."
Tracee
"We ate here on a Thursday recently and I had the daily special which was Teriyaki Chicken.  The service was friendly and fast, the food arrived..."
Wolfie W
"The great thing about Tokyo Club is that one can always get a table, even when every other place in P Central is maxed out.. Possibly prices are a..."
Frank
"When ordering, was not sure how the portions would turn out. To our surprise, the portions were very good for the cost. We ordered the salmon sushi,..."
Jemimah
"Best Sushi I have had - so fresh and tasty. The prawns were large and perfectly cooked and the staff were so friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was..."
Jane Walsh
"Tokyo Club had a great atmosphere, friendly staff and were incredibly helpful. The food was absolutely divine and I can't wait to go back...."
Heleen Gore
"I went to Tokyo Club with some friends for a casual bite, and the atmosphere was perfect. I loved the laneway style seating.The service..."
Jared Pinfold
"Had a lovely evening here with some friends. The food is simple and authentic. Steak cooked to perfection sashimi super fresh nice wine it was..."
Kristine Green
"Best Japanese restaurant in New Zealand. I am a regular. I love sushi and there's is super great. if you don't want something they will take it out!..."
Rosa
"I caught up with a friend here and enjoyed a couple of crisp clean asahi beers from the tap, some edamame beans, and some really nice karaage..."
Calvin Hale
"Thank you once again Tokyo Club for being great hosts and your food is always top notch. I specifically chose to come and have my 'last supper of..."
Kevin Clodumar
"We went out for lunch here two weeks ago. I always enjoy sitting on the counter watching the food being prepared. The sashimi was as fresh as..."
Gus
"Went with a group of friends the night of the polar blast and sat outside on one of the fire tables. By the end of the night I had my jacket and..."
Sharayah
"Had dinner here last night - a great little spot with very delicious food choices and Japanese-style ambiance. The wait staff were very attentive and..."
Kaye
"I took my friend for lunch to Tokyo Club on nice sunny day.Loved sitting outside table which is like a "IRORI" style.Selection of sake..."
Ammie Watt
"A friend and I had lunch at Tokyo Club recently and we had the okonomiyaki and a few other small dishes, all the food was delicious and the service..."
Nicky Davidson
"This is one of my favourite Japanese restaurants. The food is izakaya style - consistently good and well presented. I especially liked the deep fried..."
John
"Just had an excellent evening at Tokyo Club.Beautifully presented and fresh sashimi, followed by an lamb teppan cooked to perfection and..."
Rodrigo Maia
"Lunch on a hot summers day was cold Sake along with sashimi in a very vibrant environment. Great choice of seating at either the bar, inside or..."
David Boshier
"This place is great! Relaxed atmosphere, friendly, helpful staff and amazing food - the okonomiyaki is incredible.The lunch menu is very well..."
Alice Kemp
"Great little find in the gem of the new Ponsonby Central! Great service, atmosphere and very authentic too. Casual style with great selection of..."
Dominic Henderson
"I've tried sake and food match, and it was awesome!! I've basically done the same as with wine, guided myself through the great list of sake and..."
Gustavo Tanikawa
"Having been to Tokyo and walked the back streets and alley ways of Shibuya, I loved the 'yokocho' styled dining Tokyo Club has to offer. The way the..."
Lisa Edgar
"Fantastic food, quick service, even at lunch time on a..."
Dean Shelley
"Go for the quality, not quantity. Yummy. Definitely will go..."
Angela Tu
"Awesome restaurant they have amazing food that tastes delicious. They also have home made ice-cream called yuzu and it is so yum definitely go there..."
Jordan Smith
"Tokyo Club Ponsonby is a real Japanese Izakaya. It has a cool vibe, located next to the Radio Ponsonby booth streaming live DJ's at work. It looks..."
Mark Smith
"The food was delicious and people were friendly. I wanted to try Bento Box but I do not eat beef or pork. As the menu had beef and pork included in..."
Arun Raja Nagarajan
"Lovely dinner experience cosy well lite area, attentive service but not intrusive. Gorgeous Bento box we had the grill and tapsa tasting..."
Etomia Wilson
"The food was amazing! We got the dumplings and teriyaki chicken. We sat outside by the fire and it kept us nice and warm! I definitely recommend..."
Julie K
"Lovely spot with some open seats at the kitchen side and a cosy space with more tables tucked away for more privacy. Friendly welcome and immediately..."
Sharon W
"Succulent sushi, gorgeous gyōza, fresh fantastic Japanese cuisine 🍱🍶 There seems to always be a queue and it's no wonder - the katsu crumb was..."
Syd Eats
"Definitely worth a visit! The bento boxes are a great way to try lots of things and are the perfect amount to fill you up! The kumara was a little..."
Annie White
"Great little hangout place with good food and service. I loved the bento box and..."
Neethu arun
"Cosy place to eat situated in a busy dining quarter. Great people watching. Delicious food and great drinks selection. Wonderful friendly service...."
Ngaire Lyall
"Ordered the ginger pork and teriyaki chicken with steamed rice and miso soup , was really really good. For its price it was well worth it. Staff were..."
Kitty Oliver
"We ended up coming here as the restaurant we wanted to go to was randomly closed. Honestly my expectations weren’t too high at first but I ended up..."
Kylie Huang
"Best Japanese Izakaya restaurant in Auckland that I have seen. Beautiful cosy little setup in the heart of Ponsonby Central. The dinner (available..."
Jack Bloggs
"Ponsonby central is one beautiful place so many small restaurants with absolutely phenomenal food. Tokyo club has taken me by surprise with its..."
Raphael Benoni
"We enjoyed Sunday Grill dinner box $33, nice outdoor sitting area with the fire 🔥 I recommend to visit this place Maria and Sophia..."
Maria Chueva
"The place is not very big but very delicious. We were a group of 10 or so, and had the boxes. The waiter got confused with our order and offered a..."
Rising Star
"The food was fresh and amazing! Staff was nice. I definitely would go here..."
Jim
"WOW... Many years ago proper restaurants used to have a Maitre'D (Maître d' is short for maître d'hôtel, which comes from French and literally..."
S. Alkan
"Food was delicious, was nice to be able to have a vegan bento box. Seats could be more..."
Dan
"Tried Japanese food first time ever and i loved it. One of the best dish was Takoyaki octopus balls while others were also delicious. I had Teriyaki..."
Vimal Prajapati
Bamboo Kitchen
85/100 (174 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Vegetarian Friendly
Fast Food
Fast food
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Cheap Eats
"Love bamboo kitchen take away. Fast and cheap.. Also really delicious compare with other take away chinese food..... Service really friendly and..."
LuNa The TuNa
"These guys are always great, an awesome family run business with top quality food and service. Pretty fast turn around for orders also! Definitely..."
Cori
"Fantastic service the staff are always so nice and friendly. The good variety is incredible and portions are so generous I love the flavors and food..."
Rach Wong
"Inspired after reading a review from Diner8Here and decided to give it a try. Ordered the wonton soup (no photo sorry), steak and tomatoes, egg foo..."
Lia Yosaatmadja
"Great takeaway shop.. quick service. I usually order Hong Kong Style Chow Mein. The best part about these guys is that the food quantity is enough..."
Rohit
"Ordered chicken and mushroom black bean sauce from here. Was really nice. Loved the taste and quality of the food. Staff very proffessional and quick..."
I'm Hungry
"I organised some catering for a birthday party so got a selection of different dishes in bigger sizes.  Communication from the get-go was awesome,..."
Anna
"top marks for the quick service, 'A' grade and presentation of the dish n premises, i know they cook the rice noodles to precision at Diamond n st..."
Diner8Here
"Best Chinese I've had while in Auckland.Ordered the Sweet and Sour Pork, Lemon Chicken and Pork Fried Rice.Service was nothing..."
Justin Boswell
"Had this for the first time today.Got the bamboo special fried rice and a spring roll. The spring roll was delicious and the fried rice was..."
Jesse James .
"My first choice takeaway option and excellent delivery service as well! Between two of us we usually order two mains and have decent left overs. I..."
Anna Hinehou
"Love going to Bamboo Kitchen, everything tastes and is so fresh. Often on Friday nights I will call in an order to take home for dinner, the food is..."
Miss Poppy
"Our go-to place for fish and chips - its close by, portions are decent and dont feel bad about eating fried food coz it doesnt seem as heavy as most..."
FoodiePhysician
"Wide variety of food and all great quality. When me and my girlfriend cannot decide on what to get delivered, this is typically our default choice...."
Samuel Davis
"First time I have ever tried Bamboo after finding them on a google search, the food was fantastic and the people were really friendly. I liked that..."
Carole
"Bamboo Kitchen is an excellent addition to the Mt Eden/Eden Terrace area. I am confident in selecting any of their dishes as I am yet to be..."
Rebecca
"We've been trying to find a good Chinese takeaway since moving into Auckland 4 years ago and tonight we found the best so far. The food was..."
Paul Phillips
"Finally tried this place out last night... just went for the pad thai... and it was fantastic. Best pad thai I've had in ages. And great portions..."
Aucks 1
"Amazing food! I was a frequent customer of Diamond Takeaways but my last few visits there were disappointing. Found this was because the owners moved..."
Alexandra
"Great food, Great portion sizes. Had delivered very prompt.Would get again... and again. Great service.Highly recommend. The menu..."
Eddie
"Love Bamboo Kitchen!Got Fish and Chips for the office a few weeks ago and we were all impressed with the quality of the..."
Aarti Mistry
"Bamboo kitchen is a fast paced, efficient Chinese takeaway located in the developing Eden Tce precinct. It is another creation from the people who..."
Lisa Edgar
"The best Chinese takeaways in Auckland used to be from Diamond Takeaways in Greenlane. Family owned and run since the early 70s, some weekend nights..."
Maggie G
"Probably the best takeways in Auckland. They deliver and the food is always fresh. If you haven't tried them I suggest you do you will be pleasantly..."
Don
"Love the food from this place! I've only eaten the Chinese and Thai meals though so can't comment on the fish & chips or burgers menu. Love the lemon..."
Ang Mo
"Some of the best Chinese takeaway I have ever had! And with every dish tried so far too. Always happy faces, and they just get what you want. The..."
Allister van Mil
"Never disappointed. Great Chinese and fish and chips. Always friendly. Always consistent. You can phone in orders to pick up or have delivery! I..."
Kylie Tucker
"Fresh, tasty and quick. Prices are fair for sizes. Very kiwified take on Chinese dishes ie mixed veges, gentle flavors. Most will love but those die..."
Jay
"Popular with the working crowd during the weekdays, this family run business has a large range of stir fried Asian dishes. Most customers order..."
Thomas Teng-Yan Loke
"Great takeaway Chinese and Thai food! Prices are pretty good for the area. Order the "Lunch size" (1/2 size) which is plenty for one person and half..."
Brendon Frater
"The food is always really good, with service to match. I call ahead for take-out, and it's always ready within the time they promise. The prices are..."
Andre Fredericks
"Bamboo kitchen creates some of the most delicious cuisine in Auckland. I literally travel half way across the city to pick up their black been steak..."
Jason S
"Really great food, good quality with a wide range and reasonably priced. The people there provide a fantastic service and are very helpful. The..."
Gazza. NZ
Mix Asian Fusion Kitchen
85/100 (757 ratings)
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Vegan Options
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Mid-range
"One of my fave canton porks ever! Super tasty, on the more sour/vinegary side (which I love) so if that’s not your thing I’d avoid. So far I..."
Stacey
"BEST ROAST DUCK IN AUCKLAND!I’ve been coming here all year this year with my family, and I really can’t think of any place that has..."
Tony Ma
"Had the prawn dumplings, shumai and softshell crab bao. The prawn dumplings and shumai were fantastic, filling was super flavourful and juicy. The..."
Emma
"Loved dining here! Food was amazing and the service was fast. Staff were excellent and friendly. Would highly recommend the Lotus Root Chips and Bang..."
May Khan
"Visited this restaurant for dinner, and enjoyed many tasty dishes.Ordered Hargow, Xiao Long Bao, Tofu Bao, Lotus Root Chips, Mixed Veggies in..."
Lily
"Dropped in after work - they have a 90 mins dining time but as the service was quick we were happily finished in an hour without feeling..."
Yoda
"Hidden gem! Absolute mind blowing quality of food. Best dumplings in Auckland hands down. Will visit again soon to try everything on their..."
David Cho
"Food was delicious! Lovely atmosphere and wait staff. Pork slightly over done in my meal, but still definitely gets a 5/5. Food came out incredibly..."
Nikki Goddard
"Quite interesting place, I really like the Ha Gao, the fried chicken, maybe called Big Bang or something and the Fried dumplings .Great place after..."
Linglong Ma
"I took my family here for an indulgent Asian fusion experience - and all four of us were just in awe at the food. To start off we had a pork bao each..."
Kelly
"4.5/5 Taste4.5/5 Display 4.5/5 Quantity 5/5 Customer ServiceAmazing Asian Fusion Restaurant in Kingsland.I was..."
곰정안
"This asian fusion was surprised me a lot! first environment was really nice, decor not complicated but looks comfortable. Second. Food taste really..."
LuNa The TuNa
"Great meal, love the atmosphere.  The service was swift and smiley, and not slow and surly!  Always a bonus.  The food we ordered was well paced,..."
Lisa Thesing
"Food: 4/5 The Roasted Duck was delicious, very soft and tasty. The winner was the Big Bang Chicken, lovely crunch on the outside and nice..."
Sarah =^. .^=
"An early dinner on Sunday it was with friends. We started with the chicken baos & pork baos. They were good - soft & slightly sweet on the outside &..."
STRADS
"Second time here - our favourite dishes are the Xiao long bao, sweet lamb and honey lamb. So good!! The chicken was okay and ribs a bit dry however...."
N Song
"Amazing food and service. It is my 2nd time here, I came again for the cumin lamb and it was just as good as I remember. Will definitely..."
Andrew W
"Love this place. I've been here quite a few times now and every time, 10/10. Service is good & food is fantastic. Highly recommend the peking duck,..."
SS
"Great friendly service coupled with well priced delicious food. Try the Bang Bang chicken and the Bao! A great local spot that never disappoints!..."
Victoria Spurrell
"My friend booked on first table so we had a feast! We got a selection of dishes - I had the soft shell crab bao which was delicious. We had fried..."
Michelle Food Lover
"We took our son from Sydney for lunch earlier today .We were very impressed with the quality of the food .The Xio Loong Pau was not just..."
Meng Tan
"Amazing deco! My friends and I ordered the soft shell crabs which were really nice! Along with the chicken bao, crab bao, vegetable dumplings, prawn..."
Harry Kumar
"One reason for the 4 is that one dish took alot longer than the others to come out ( it was maybe around 20 minutes after all the other dishes came..."
Hilary Campbell
"I had my birthday dinner here. I like how fast the booking had been confirmed, the great lightings in the restaurant and the peking duck! Curry beef..."
Hemei Men
"Best to book a table as this place always seems busy, really nice food - reminds me of blue breeze inn (Ponsonby central), the service has always..."
Sigourney Berry
"We really enjoyed our meal. The lotus chips were a revelation -will definitely have those again. The ribs were good but the duck was a standout. The..."
Nicki Gemmell
"The food here is pretty good and tasty. We enjoyed the baos . The eggplant was soso and the cumin lamb too. The ones that stood out are the baos and..."
Breadzania
"Situated in the heart of Kingsland is this beautiful fusion kitchen. We were the first customers to walk in on Saturday evening; and were cheerfully..."
Oksana Zhang
"Good food and good prices. Not over complicated and great atmosphere. We got the Peking Duck Pancakes, Vegetarian Dumplings, Tofu Bao, Tom..."
Paula D
"Thanks so much for hosting us for my Birthday Last night and Catering towards our group of 12. The food was very tasty and the customer service was..."
Coz I Can
"Finally got my second visit to mix tonight. I have been waiting for another excuse to go. Tonight was just as great as our first visit if not better...."
Marie
"Our group loved our lunch here.  Our favourites were the tempura eggplant as a starter, and the cumin lamb, ribs, and soft shell crab for mains. ..."
AD
"We came here as s group of 8 and had s great time! If your into great,helpful service, awesome atmospheres and yum food with BYO on the side then..."
Sarah Pemberton
"Yeeah the soft shell crab bao i had here is just rite in texture not too soft/solid and as for the  crab i'm happy to say it is Not a deep fry..."
Diner8Here
"Lunch time it was pretty quiet but it means excellant service.The cocktails were really good, do try the Tokyo tower and the special Monkeys Birthday..."
PK
"We came here because we were going to the rugby and we wanted to try somewhere new! We got excited when we saw our favourite yum cha dishes on the..."
Couple Of Cheap Westies
"Calvin Harris must be in the kitchen the Mix is so good!Seriously - this is a hidden gem serving up insane Asian Fusion cuisine - like..."
Ziggyscratch
"Second place we visited on valentines day 2018 and found out that like the first place they too had run out of ingredients for 3 dishes we ordered...."
Hajra Amir Zohaib
"Pretty good price. Similar to Blue Breeze Inn food. But with a bit more variety. Cocktails are nice blend of flavours. Refreshing Green Tea dessert..."
Alas
"Review is for takeaway which comprised a number of items from the main menu. We ordered by phone - a complex order for six including pork buns, Go..."
Hugh Rennie
"Food was delicious. I think it’s very good value for money. Dumplings are amazing. Certainly an improvement on what was here..."
Stevie Clutterbuck
"The fit out was cool, the menu and wine list are all reasonably priced. Everything we ordered was good the stand outs being cumin lamb with the..."
Mellamington
"Mix is a great new Asian fusion place in Kingsland. We tried the chicken and pork baos, cumin lamb and pork mince beans. It was all delicious with..."
Rebecca MacDonald
"Heard of this new restaurant and needed to check it out after seeing photos and that round the internet. Really nice interior, lots of seating. Was a..."
Georgia Vossen
"I like the pork ribs so much, yummy and tender. Prawn dumpling is sooooo good:) will come back for..."
Lucia LU
"BEST ROAST DUCK IN AUCKLAND! I’ve been coming here all year this year with my family, and I really can’t think of any place that has better..."
Amynot - Spotify: 不想往前
"Nice and fresh food!! Loved the aubergine tempura and the dumpling (real prawn in it!), and lovely Bao! Will definitely go..."
Stephane Gilbert
"Great asian fusion restaurant. Loved the eggplant tempura, prawn dumplings. Have been here multiple..."
Hema Laxmidas
"Tasty Asian food. Well presented, well served. We had a delicious meal this..."
M. Lang
"Ordered pork belly bun, big bang chicken and coconut prawn as our lunch. The pork belly has crispy skin that is different from buns served in other..."
Sunny Wu
"Best Food Ever! Really nice Purple Lemonade too. Loved the atmosphere- we went twice in the same week once we found it..."
Chantal Clunie
"I really enjoyed the tasty range of food served here. It would be nice for all the dishes to arrive at once. The floor staff were..."
Jonathan Mark Booth
"My husband and I LOVE this place. Really cool vibe, the service is excellent and food is fantastic. Reasonably priced, and good variety of dishes to..."
Vaimoana Lolohea
"I visited Mix for the first time last night and it was amazing!! Their staff and service were outstanding and the food was next level. They've taken..."
Ang Mo
"Enjoyed a very pleasant evening here with a friend. Great service, it was late and they were shutting down the kitchen but slipped in one last order...."
John Reilly
"Enjoyed our family meal out! Had read reviews for this place and were in the mood for a nice meal out so grabbed the kids and headed here tonight...."
Andre Southgate
"Great byo. Feels very upmarket, but the pricing was pretty reasonable. A group of 6 had shared plates, ate way too much delicious food, split the..."
Jonas Hayes
"This restaurant is one of our favourite restaurants in Auckland and for good reason. The food is delicious!! The service and staff are excellent, and..."
Paul Garcia
"Nice little restaurant, not too flashy but a little cold when we arrived in the evening. Friendly waitress. Ordered two types of dumplings and the..."
Fiesole Marks
"Food is delicious. The big bang chicken was really nice. So is the pay choy with black beans. And the ribs. And the dumplings. It was all nice. There..."
Gavin Lobo
"Food here is very authentic, and very reasonably priced. The prawn dumpling is delicious, tempura eggplant with miso dipping source is my favorite,..."
Summer Sun
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"I’ve been here upwards of 10 times now with groups of varying sizes and everyone’s food has been consistently amazing every time. Highly..."
Elise D
"Came here for a dinner with a friend on a Friday night and they were gracious enough to fit us in even though it seemed like they were set up for a..."
Linda Lin
"Absolutely amazing night at Thai House yesterday. Faultless service and food! we had a large group come in for byo, and we were definitely quite loud..."
Riddhi
"This restaurant is quite small but nice and the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. The portions are perfectly sized and the food is very..."
Megan
"Always fab service and excellent food ! We don’t visit this restaurant nearly enough. Thank you for consistently being..."
Pania Little
"I am so impressed with this restaurant that I'm writing this review literally as I sit here with an empty bowl in front of me. We came in..."
Natasha Smith
"We came here for a BYO on a Friday night. Staff was amazing and attentive. We were a table of 10 and food came out promptly and quickly. We all..."
Mandy C
"Chose this place because it does BYO and there was a wide range of vegetarian options for my friends. When we got there the table was all set up and..."
Ju An Teo
"Came to Thai House after the epic failure to get service at Sawadee.Walked in, greeted well, seated at a lovely table by the window.Staff..."
Mike G.
"Nice Ambience, beautiful decor. Well behaved staff, average serving delay.Ordered:Chilli ChickenPad Thai NoodlesCaju..."
Sourav Saha
"This place is very cosy but a bit too small in my opinion. The food was nice just a bit expensive. It was good how they allowed BYO's but I thought..."
Jessica Li
"Excellent Thai food, one of my favourites in Auckland. All food has amazing flavours and is quite reasonably priced. Great for a group eating out as..."
Kezia Lynch
"Recently came here for a work dinner and was very excited to try as I always go to sawadee down the road and was glad try something different...."
Rebecca Stringfellow
"Have been coming here atleast once a month for years. never disappointing. friendliest service and a huge menu of food items to choose from. Would..."
Tim Sanders
"Excellent Service, Great tasting food, a bit different to what I normally get for thai elsewhere. Mixed entree was a really good size. Did BYO but..."
Zingboing
"Excellent experience here. My friend and I went here for dinner on New Years day. We ordered the Miang goong as a starter which was..."
Regan
"Came here on a Wednesday night after reading these reviews. Food was delicious! I ordered the green curry chicken and my partner ordered the sizzling..."
Siobhan
"I love this place! My favorite Thai restaurant in Auckland for sure! I've only ever dinned in so haven't tried the take-away and bookings are a must..."
Yvette Mullens
"great place i think they over do it a bit on the filling up of punters not saying this is bad its just i have found that it can get a bit to busy for..."
Dave Son
"The best Thai restaurant I have been to. The food was AMAZING! Absolutely delicious.. Would definitely go back, no other Thai restaurant will be able..."
Fraggle Rock
"Have always walked past this restaurant....won't do it anymore. Beautiful food. Best Garlic prawns I've ever tasted. Just delicious!!! Staff are..."
Gloria
"Flavours and textures are just wonderful. friendly staff with a sense of humour.Food excellent value for money with fair pricing... well done keep it..."
Bruce Brown
"my partner absolutely love the garlic snapper. the rest of the food was good. we don't go there for the decor. just the smiles and good piping hot..."
Louisa Yau
"Had a fantastic meal v. well priced and a good atmosphere they've got good service (espesh the cute waiter that works on fridays!) also BYO but have..."
Mari
"One of Auckland’s finest Thai Restaurant.Never go there if you are on a diet!Service is excellent and every time I've been..."
David
"Thai house is one of our two favourite take out restaurants (the other being Satya for Indian). We don't often dine in but had the chance to last..."
Glen Barnes
"Been waiting for a good Thai restaurant for a long time!!! Absolutely fantastic. I had steamed fish with lime juice and fish cakes, both of them were..."
Andy Superteen
"What's in the pic - Ho Mok Chicken, we loved it soooo much although the fancy flaming part was missing in the pic - Thai House Romance, cocktail,..."
Roxanne Chen
"Absolutely tasty food. My friends and I ordered various meals and shared them and every single dish was different but equally delicious. The service..."
Samantha Jane
"Very delicious. Bbq beef dish always has me coming back for more. The handmade entrees are also too good to miss. Best thai restaurant I've ever been..."
Steven Craighead
"Great meal and service. The team were friendly, knowledgeable and took the time to explain the options. Food, beer & wine were all excellent, and..."
Mike
"I really like the ambience in this restaurant and the staff were quick, kind and helpful. The food was pretty good as..."
Michael Davidson
"Amazing Thai food with friendly service. This popular family-run establishment has some excellent dishes and you can BYO. Highly..."
Phil
"A good and reliable Thai restaurant. Supported by locals and travelers. Interesting, though, they don't place any name on the window or door. It..."
R B
"Legend! Must..."
Ryan Kim
"Your pay for quality here. It’s a bit more expensive than a lot of other Thai food places but absolutely delicious. Got the prawn Penang and the..."
Ashleigh Waiata
"Everything we ordered was nice. Sizzling Garlic Prawns is one of the best i have tried. Garlic Snapper is the best whole snapper i have had in any..."
Sandeep Kumar
"Absolutely amazing food. Possibly some of the best thai meals we’ve eaten lately. The flavours were perfectly balanced in the chili chicken, pad..."
jay peri
"Group dinner, food and service was amazing. Can't wait to go..."
Pandy Fruean
Aroy Thai
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"Curry puffs were yum and so were the crispy pork with bok Choy and rice. The pork belly was succulent and crisp with a generous amount of crackling...."
Persian Foodie
"You have to try their crispy pork here, the pork is always crispy with a delicious oyster sauce and bok choy and side of rice. Their basil chicken..."
Sophie Wang
"I ordered basil chicken (hot) and pork massaman curry. Both came with rice. Basil chicken was spicy but good spicy really good. Chicken mince wasn't..."
Ta Shi
"Convenient and popular Thai hotspot in the CBD. I’ve come in here for a work lunch and it was insanely busy. However food still arrived in a timely..."
FoodieOodie95
"I walked in a Wednesday around 12 and was given my food within 5-10 minutes of ordering. The staff are very friendly and I won't be going anywhere..."
Sarah Flynn
"Been to Aroy Thai a few times over the last few years and always found it to be a good safe meal choice. One of the better restaurants around the..."
Riddhi
"Walk in for quicky lunch on Saturday. Friendly staff. Accommodating as our son brought in a burger while we ordered Aroy dishes. It was not busy at..."
Es-Tea C
"Really casual and nice place to go! The food is very good - always enjoyable. I normally get a curry or the pad thai but it never disappoints. I..."
Renie
"Never dissapointed when I dine here. Nice..."
I Am PW
"Went here for early weekend dinner. Place are nice and cozy, we ordered pad thai and massaman curry plus also got the mango sticky rice for desserts...."
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"Tom Yum! TOM YUM! TOM YUMMMMY! Hands down the best place for Tom Yum Noodle Soup in Auckland. Authentic, delicious! (Just refer to my before and..."
Jade Lim
"Heard this place was great and I finally tried it for myself. I got the red curry which I always love and it was exceptional. The layout of the place..."
Crackerjacker
"For affordable food with plenty of seating in CBD, it's hard to beat Aroy. This is my go-to when I need to squeeze a large group into a restaurant..."
Vivien @ KJAS Blog
"Their pad thai is pretty good - probably one of the best in auckland that i've tried for a medium - lower priced eatery. place is pretty clean. i..."
Jay Guzman
"Very popular place! Good vegan options! You just order any meat dish as a vegan instead, and they replace the meat with tofu. I ordered the 'vegan..."
Vegesaur
"Best Thai food in Auckland! Huge interior, tons of seating, and food comes out really quickly too! Their classic padthai is amazing, full of flavour..."
Arianaaa
"This was sooo good, service wasn't as prompt and I believe they can improve in this. Love the food and the blooming tea was soo delicious. Definitely..."
Karla Faviana
"A good place to go for a quick bite to eat. They have an amazing menu with lots of options and it's all very delicious! The Pad Thai and Spring Rolls..."
India Stone
"If you ask me which Thai place in Auckland CBD is the best, my answer is Aroy.Atmosphere: 3/4Have to be around in CBD, don't expect..."
MustAsk
"My friend told me about a really good Thai place and took me here for lunch. Very busy when we arrived. But it is worth the wait, the food is..."
Foodhunta
"First time here and ordered the pork pad thai. Price and portion were reasonable. However, I personally think the meat used in the pad thai has been..."
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"The noodle soups at Aroy are just splendid! Aromatic and packed with a punch, their duck (photo 1) and fried chicken noodle (photo 2) soup just leave..."
MeeraTheFoodie
"What I like most about Aroy Thai is the range of vegan options in their menu and the way they preserve the rich flavours characteric to Thai cuisine..."
Licheng Sun
"I've known this place for ages but am not really a regular.  Came for lunch with a work colleague today as a 'Plan B' as the restaurant we wanted to..."
Desmond Chan
"Been here for several times. Still find it good and lovely. Pad thai is our favourite. Thai iced coffee is also nice. Recommend and will keep on..."
Edi NT
"The staffs were friendly and the service was fast. The food was good and I love the tomyum soup! There were plenty of tables and chairs to..."
Sunny Skies
"Always making regular visits because food comes out really fast. A great place for a quick meal with friendly staff. Took a star off because..."
Asianfoodie
"Good service and good food. Pricing was a little bit more than average but serving size was decent. Ambiance of restaurant was really nice too...."
Joy Eats
"It is a really big place therefore it gets really cold in there however the food was great. The staff weren’t too friendly and didn’t talk much..."
Swetha
"this place is in the heart of britomart so location is great if you will be in the city. Food is cheap and pretty decent so perfect for a quick..."
Samuel
"My absolute favourite place to eat. Service is fast and food is delicious. I’ve tried almost everything on the menu and I’ve never been let down...."
Gemma Leveridge
"The restaurant had takeaway and dine in choices from their menu. The place was clean and had a bright atmosphere. Although they didn’t have staff..."
Coffee Macarons
"Perfect place to grab some quick, fairly priced Thai food. Food is very nice too.This place wont disappoint! Their curries are a personal..."
Saasha
"Aesthetic looking Thai food restaurant great for the gram.Service: 7/10There isn’t much table service, you order your food at the..."
Grace Huang
"Good prices for good food! The food is served really fast too! Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner with friends. The place is quite large so getting..."
Karen
"Ordered the Steamed chicken with ginger Rice and it was so good! It was with a flavourful sweet and tangy sauce and the ginger rice paired..."
SpoonMe
"Went here as suggested by a friend - ambience was light, airy and very modern. The food itself was enjoyable and typical of most Thai cuisine and..."
Angelique Cagara
"| Tofu yellow curry |W/ tumeric, kaffir lime leaves and cumin.-My go to vegetarian curry spot in Auckland CBD. A light curry that..."
Food2belly
"Tried many thai places before. This is absolutely good. Love their curry. I would definitely come back. The mango sticky rice was also amazing. The..."
Ronagrail Totanes
"This is one of my favourite places to eat- its cheap and the food is amazing. It always comes out fast and hot. Always seating unless going on..."
Kate.mcpherson123
"Food: 4/5Service: 4/5Ambience: 4.5/5Price: 5/5 My usual go-to place in the City for Thai cravings. Their Pad Thai (5/5),..."
Jen Lin
"This is my go to place when I just want a casual dinner with mates. There's always plenty of room, it's got a real laid back atmosphere, and there's..."
Jay
"My go-to for affordable Thai food! Portions are big and the food tastes good every time! Have tried different items in their menu and we’ve not had..."
Ann Castillo
"Great portions and consistent food - flavours are quite authentic so I definitely recommend this if you are craving for something Asian or..."
Mark Chua
"Easily accessible.. just around Britomart area. Prices for the food are reasonable. The first time I tried the place was in Wellington and I loved..."
Sime Cajot
"Service 4.5/5Food 3/5Ambience 4/5Price 4/5Overall good experience but chilli chickenwas too salty to finish the dish. Pad..."
Jungyunee
"My favourite thai restaurant. Their food is a reasonable price. I always get the pad thai or the green curry and they never disappoint. They also..."
Donna
"A lovely quaint thai restaurant nestled in hustle and bustle of the cbd. We ordered spring rolls and deep fried tofu with ginger rice.The..."
Ankita Langa
"Large restaurant with lots of seating in front & up on a mezzanine floor. You pay at the counter first & take a table number.Menu has lots of..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"A very nice place to enjoy yummy Thai Food at Custom st in the main CBD.This place is is newly built and the interior is spacious and..."
Nashi Dasgupta
"Our place to unwind on Fridays to begin the weekend!.. Love the authentic pad thai noodles and spicy hot tom yum soup is super delicious... Love the..."
Richa Sawant
"Love their milk tea! (although a bit sweet for me) Have tried the pad thai, tom yum fried rice, pineapple fried rice, rice with duck. So far, tom yum..."
Afiqah Ramizi
"Spacious restaurant, good for casual dinner. My sister & I used to come here if we wanted something quick to eat- they welcome walk ins, no need to..."
RL.P
"4/5 Service4/5 Food4/5 AmbienceThe food came out pretty fast for a group of 10 people. Ordered Pad thai, Massaman Curry, Chicken..."
Apriil
"Authentic and Affordable Thai food. I've been here a few times now and I always leave satisfied with the food and the service. I had the yellow curry..."
Dani
"Affordable and delicious Thai eatery serving up a range of rice, noodles and curries! It's super spacious and great for group dining. Favourite would..."
Annie Ren
"I'd say slightly above average over all. I ordered black pepper beef with extra beef and still felt a bit light for a main, also the meal was ready a..."
Clove
"Great atmosphere, prompt service, affordable prices and outstanding flavours all tied in together to offer a more than satisfactory dining..."
Vivian C
"Was very fast to get the food even if it was rush time. interior was nice and interesting . Kind staffs. Rotty(?) was yummy as well:) hope to try..."
Alice In New Zealand
"Cheap, quick and yummy food, and super friendly staff!! They have really quick service and many options too! Have frequent it 3 times within two..."
Wong
"Food arrived quickly. Friendly staff. Nice food. Good environment. Nothing bad to say about this place. Would come again and recommend to my..."
Steven Wei
"Wow now I see why this place is always busy. I am Thai myself and today was my first time ordering from here. After trying to order directly off the..."
Annie Wilson
"I've tried their Chicken Pad Thai and their Beef Noodle Soup! Definitely the best Thai restaurant in town! Affordable and delicious! The Pad Thai is..."
Kirsten
"Very relaxed dining. Order at the counter grab a table number and pick a seat. There was a weird smell and a high pitched ringing we had to try and..."
Brooklyn
"Pretty good place! It's so fancy and yet the price is very affordable. Highly recommended. A nice place for a group lunch. They have the big long..."
Tan.ned
"Great Thai place for its price range! It is very affordable so I would recommend it to students. We had the roti, green curry and beef pad..."
Louise
"First discovered Aroy by accident while we were looking for a fries place on Commerce Street. Walked in with some friends and ordered myself Chicken..."
Raj Singh
"Very good Thai eatery in CBD. Reasonable prices and delicious food. Can also order online if you’d like to avoid the queues :)Authentic..."
Subbu
"Absolutely adore the decor of this place! The service was quick and prompt and the food was great! The crispy chicken was great and I haven’t had..."
Yas Ali
"TGIF! Friday’s is always a day that most people in my team look forward to because of Friday Lunch club it used to be named the Gossip Friday Lunch..."
Medium_Rare
"Not only is the food super delicious and tasty at Goodlife Juice the staff are incredibly helpful and friendly! The place has a really good vibe. The..."
Eleanor Ashdown
"Well, I'm not Asian and, according to my Thai boyfriend, food at Aroy is "good, but reinterpretation for white people", but I don't care, I had a..."
Diogo Reck
"Came here on a Monday for lunch. If you want to get a table here during lunch hours, you’d have to either get in early or reserve a table, or else..."
Jason Zhang
"Such a great Thai place. Went for lunch today the line was out the door. But well worth it, food is always amazing, had the noodles, so delish...."
Sonam Naidoo
"Aroy is a great place to stop by if wanting a good plate of Thai food at a great price. Plus they’re quick. A colleague of mine is Thai and this is..."
Braden Hunt
"I always wanted to try this restaurant because their interior looked fancy and today I finally had a chance to try it with my friend.Food: 3.5/5..."
The Poor Foodie
"Had lunch with a couple of colleagues and the food was quite good and decent quantity for the price. Except for the veg fried rice which was a let..."
Foodie
"Actually Aroy is take away restaurant where you can also take a seat to eat. So do not have to formal exceptions. But also if you sit down at aroy it..."
Jasmine
"One of my favorite places when it comes for takeaways. Very good food. Usually get a curry and one of chicken stir fries. Never had a disappointing..."
Kristina Alpatskaya
"So much food! The portion sizes are absolutely huge here, with so many options on the menu! I wasn't able to finish my meal unfortunately, but the..."
Sophie
"Great place to hang for a casual dinner, really chill atmosphere and great food. Pair whatever you're having with some milk tea, overall great Thai..."
Thom
"I really like the clean, modern and wooden decor. It makes the restaurant feel really neat and tidy.The prices are reasonable and the..."
I_like_pickles
"Great place nice and tidy and food was delicious. Order was ready conveniently fast. It seems that there's an option to preorder using an app. Will..."
Yorgen
"Flavours here are absolutely delicious! Not overpowering and portions are just right. Environment is very spacious and clean, and interior..."
The Sweet Tooth Fairy
"Super quick service, great quality food. Would come back again definitely. Great vibe to the restaurant. Only thing holding it back from a 5/5 was..."
Matthew Sellwood
"amazing place! great value for the food! ordered red curry, tom yum fried rice and crispy pork. the red curry was creamy and rich, the chicken was..."
Ying Miao
"Food: 4.5/5Service:3.5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Parking: none dedicatedWould I come back? YESWow for the price, the vibe and..."
Thegreeats
"Had dinner here with work group which is why we chose the restaurant it has nice big modern seating . not where to come for authentic Thai food but..."
Niamh Slattery
"It's a cute restaurant with lots of aesthetic value (from their wall art to adorable water cups). I was very pleased with the food, however, I think..."
Sakshi Chadha
"I've eaten at a lot of thai restaurants at home and this was surprisingly good. My work colleagues and I have been here a few times. I've had the..."
Emma Kenny
"One of the best Thai places I have been to. The restaurant is clean and tidy with nice decor. The food comes in a decent portion and is tasty. A..."
Sid
"A pretty good cheap eat for Thai food in town. Gets packed at lunch time so worth ordering ahead. Well presented, with quite a bit of seating...."
Chai Paani
"Surprisingly big restaurant on Commerce St. Food costs about $13-14 which is pretty standard, and the food came out really fast. I ordered the green..."
Misty
"Aroy is a hidden Gem! I'm so glad I found this place!! This restaurant is beautiful! You can tell that the owner put a lot of thought into the look..."
Manuela Ovalle Herrera
"My new favourite Thai eatery even though I've only tried one of their dishes it's the BEST!! Really spacious and large inside with plenty..."
Charlene Weaver
"bring back my memory in wellington. there are many branch through out wellington city. but I think aroy auckland is even better. more food in the..."
Carina Chang
"Cheap eats:) I don't know why I never tried this place any sooner. Loved the food,presentation and speed. They are pretty quick in the food service...."
Anu
"Haven't had a full meal here yet - have only nibbled from my friends plate of Pad Thai. I've heard great things about their Pad Thai so was a bit..."
Ffionachua
"Lovely staff really quick service, food came out very quickly. Best Thai I've had in ages. The crispy pork was incredible. Will definitely be back..."
Caitlin Borcher
"The decor and aesthetic of this place is insane! The serveware is super cute and complements the food, with the most adorable cups ❤ food was..."
Winnie Chauchau
"Had Great meal there today. Ordered Red and Green curry . Both were great , full of flavours . Cleaning was at its highest level. Prices are great..."
Joy
"I would rate the pad Thai a 3.5/5 in taste, I think the flavour could have been enhanced a little bit more. It lacked a bit of sour and sweetness for..."
LilMiss Foodie
"Very impressed with this restaurant, i really wasn't expecting much from here but their food was good and i loved how clean the restaurant was! The..."
Brave Eat
"I visited this restaurant during lunch rush. The food took Lil time to come out. I was really happy with the food here. Had Tom yum rice and it was..."
Arvin Raymond Dsouza
"I was pretty impressed with Aroy - they feel like a quick eat Thai restaurant that you'd expect to find in a larger city like Sydney or..."
Daniel Kinnoch
"Wonderful best seafood noodles I ever had ,the ,the fish is Crispy and they served it really quick with a big small ,I had a great evening..."
Hester Li
"Came here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. Very child friendly. The food was very quick and good size portions. It was simply delicious and will..."
Angela Osborne
"I’ve been here twice for lunch during the work week and have had good experiences. It can get quite busy before 1pm though.I’ve tried..."
Raymond Tiong
"Can't wait to come back here another time.  The food was so delicious, generous portions, reasonable prices, food came very fast, staff were very..."
Purita Mok
"Great place for Thai food. The food here tastes great, everything I have ordered tastes like gold! Beef, chicken, duck and soups have all..."
Kenji
"Aroy is a fantastic place to eat lunch or dinner. Food comes relatively quickly and is of good quality for a good price, around NZ$15 for a plate of..."
James Ward
"I'm regular customer to lunch at this place. The restaurant always pack of people. I have few good services (which is super fast) but few the bad one..."
Hungry Zombie
"Nice Thai dining place, you can tell everything is fresh from the kitchen, staff is super helpful, prices are great, dish presentation and portion..."
Fernando Mayoral
"That feeling when you found a new dining place and it is seriously amazing!!!!!! Aroy is underrated in my opinion. I love the atmosphere here, very..."
Linh 💛
"We came here for Sunday lunch, the restaurant looks really tidy and clean, I like that. We ordered pad thai, steamed chicken w/ ginger rice and..."
Anastasia Kadir
"I went there for my friend's farewell party I ordered Larb Kai and asked for the spiciest level because I'm Thai.The cashier was very nice..."
Pattarintorn Emmy Jusakul
"A good cheap eat. The interiors are very cosy and staff are lovely! The menu is good and the food came quickly. Food is presented beautifully and..."
Sulin Wang
"We stumbled upon Aroy today and gave it a go. The restaurant is clean and fresh, the man behind the counter was friendly and helpful. We ordered the..."
Gus
"Was walking past wondering where to eat and aroy just looked fantastic. Very modern and tasteful with some cool designs and a large floor area that..."
James Kenneth George Gibb
"We ended up at Aroy because the wait at Cafe Hanoi was 1.5 hours! And what a fantastic turn of events. The food was affordable and flavoursome...."
Kate Macdonald
"The best casual Thai eatery that comes to mind in the CBD. The restaurant is clean and new. All the dishes are well-balanced in flavour and are tasty..."
Hungusmcfatty
"I got the Som Dum salad for a quick lunch while I was working. Quick service, and the salad was great! The description on the menu said refreshing..."
Taryn Kitchen
"I love the ambience, very aesthetically pleasing, big space for everyone to come in. I had the best Tom Yum soup here, I swear by it. It's the most..."
Marggie Pascua
"I've walked past Aroy a few times and always thought it was just a small area but when I tried it a few days ago I was surprised to see that the..."
TheSecretFoodie
"Second visit in a row. Located right next to the Bikram Yoga downtown, the new Thai restaurant is modern in deco but not lacking flavors at all. ..."
Rong Shi
"Having dinner here in our first day in Auckland. Quite surprise with the big portion offered here. We ordered: - green curry : totally not..."
pong pong
"I love this food place. Yummm food. As pictured, money vs value definitely worth. The taste of the food is great. Love the staff nicely asked do I..."
Patrick Y
"I highly recommend this place! Our food arrived so fast, we were surprise, but we arrived early as well before 12pm. I guess if you arrive late, they..."
Caroline Toledo
"A hidden gem. Handy to a lot of hotels and apartments. Good selection of meals and drinks. Service was very good even though many places still be..."
Pam Wilson
"nice eatery for office lunches, fusion of thai and chinese. you might want to pre-book to avoid rush hour..."
Vishnu Mohan
"A place hidden away in the central city producing great food at a reasonable price. The Rotis are delicious previously I have had a curry and chicken..."
Simon Metcalf
"Food was great, they served very..."
Bas
"Best noudles of Auckland, the Pad Thaï Chicken are very amazing..."
Issou 76
"Great food and appropriately priced!! I got the massaman curry. They gave lots of tofu and veggies and the curry base was very tasty! Not too salty..."
Raj K
"Went there last Thursday first time, I really did enjoy their food, quick service, friendly staff and good prices. The food is really tasty and..."
Oberzocker 511
"Reasonable price. I tried tomyum before on my first visit, it was just alright, hence no high expectation when i went for the second time - but green..."
Yisze Ng
"I guess this Thai restaurant is currently ranked as number one Thai restaurant in the Auckland CBD. I don't know how to explain the feeling but just..."
John Chiu
"The restaurant had takeaway and dine in choices from their menu. The place was clean and had a bright atmosphere. Although they didn’t have staff..."
JS KWUN
"Very reliable, quick friendly service. And the food is..."
Mary Binney
"Nice bright and very spacious venue. Fantastic for groups - we came with a group of 12 on a Friday evening without a booking, they accommodated us no..."
Yan
"Great place. The setup is very clean and new, prices are great and service was fast and friendly. The padi Thai was a little heavy on the sause and..."
Cass Toyne
"Had dinner on a Friday night. Potions are big doing some justice for the price we pay. However, the taste is very average. Only few shrimps and..."
Savindi Wijenayaka