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"Fusion Vietnamese restaurant about 7 blocks from the cruise terminal for those coming off cruise ships which I was. The grilled Hanoi pork was the..."

Carina Leung

Aurora Lim

"I knew already their cafe at Mt. Eden and finally made it to their vietnamese restaurant. I‘m sure I will come back as the food was awesome. We had..."

Evilmaikel

"I went here last night with family and couldn’t fault anything. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. The atmosphere and service was great...."

Christy

"Beautiful venue with equally beautiful food. Such great value for money too. Pork belly was rated #1 by the whole table. Everything else though was..."

Nicola

"Kid-friendly restaurant. Food is good and service is relatively fast except for the chargrilled chicken which took awhile to be served. Highly..."

Cheekycc

"Great menu with so many goodies to choose from! The staff are great and they make awesome coffee too! This is one of our favorite restaurants we have..."

Siobhan Vusoniwailala

"Great atmosphere and decor. If you come here, make sure to get a seat upstairs! Reasonable prices and great tasting. The cheek dish is 👌 but be..."

J Eats

"We went there for a family lunch, ordered bun cha, pho, fish, and ban xeo. Everything was so delicious and quite authentic (a bit sweet taste than..."

Eat It

"All my friends and family love here. Pretty cool Vietnamese cafe with fashion decor and delicious food. Owner is really nice and friendly. If you..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Love this place. The food is delicious. Check out the prawns with passionfruit. I was a bit sceptical as that is not my type of mix...I was wrong. It..."

Swanangel

"Super awesome atmosphere. A place you would take family and friends. Wicked good menu, lots of variety. Backed up by being super delish. We went on..."

Dael Mckimmie

"We went for Valentines’s day. Although very busy and we had to wait for the food, very understandable for the conditions. The food was amazing. We..."

Boty

"Whenever I want to have authentic vietnamese food, I'll come here! Food are delicious and same goes for service. Recommend for those who love..."

Selene Nguyen 🌸

"Nice food portion for sharing and tasting different food.The lady who served us was very niceBooking essential as it was fully booked the..."

Dummer Dum

"Amazing vegetarian food - crispy tofu is probably the best I’ve ever had! We hadn’t booked but were given a great table upstairs overlooking the..."

Julia Louise

"I’ve tried multiples Vietnamese restaurants in Auckland but so far Sen has brought me the most satisfying experience. I had a staff party at Sen..."

Quinn Mai

"Did a last min booking on a Wednesday night and still managed to get a nice table upstairs. We ordered indivual dishes which are definitely..."

Riddhi

"Sen for late work dinner - i ordered caramelized pork belly which is the portion is quite big for me, the belly is nice and delicious. The duck..."

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"Not really into fusion food but this place is alright! Friendly staff, good presentation of food but most importantly taste a lot better than i..."

Albert Fu

"Love Sen, especially the seating areas upstairs. It’s the perfect place for a first date, dinner with friends or for a group gathering) if you can..."

Joshua Taylor

"I really love the environment here. Our group didn't share food so I can mainly comment on my food. I had the duck salad as an entree and it was..."

Food And People

"There are a heap of Vietnamese cuisine in Auckland, but this restaurant ticks all the boxes.The ambience is set with dim lights and wooden..."

Hungus Girl

"Just been here for dinner. It was very nice, I am very impressed a bout it. All the food is very tasty, love the slow cook pork belly and mango..."

Tiffany

"This place is a little gem. Interior design is gorgeous as the outside looking in seems old & dated. We booked a table for 2 & were given the option..."

GillaGombo

"I’m disappointed that we took so long to get Sen! I knew from the photos online that it was going to be a pretty special dinner & I guessed right...."

Vitale Eti

"Loved it ! Had the spring rolls here, banh bao kep thit and crab meat with rice vermicelli noodles and dried mushrooms. They were all fantastic ! I..."

Nivsha Amin

"After driving past this place for basically years I finally went in for a work lunch and was so impressed.Super delicious Vietnamese food..."

S&G Take Auckland

"Came here on a Tuesday night with 6 people urging to try some Vietnamese. When we came in, we waited around 10mins just for someone to greet us and..."

Jason Zhang

"This is a nice vietnamese place. Staffs are friendly, food is yum, nice decoration too. Would come back when we are in town. Quite a busy place..."

Wendy

"Wonderful dinner with family. we had the beef cheek and fried vermicelli noodles. beef was really tender and we both enjoyed it very much. the..."

FlyingMonkey

"We came to this restaurant countless times. We like Vietnamese food. My favourite one is deep fried tofu with duck egg yolk and papaya salad. We..."

Jewel

"Lovely setting in the cac building. The straw lights and ambience are wonderful. Entrees we had a selection and they were well received. Two of..."

TheGoodKiwi Nz

"I have been invited here for a dinner with friends. I would give 4/5 for the decoration and location. Great Viet style atmosphere. The spring rolls..."

Bella Luv Food

"Very amenable to our requests, the manager explained the difference between North & South Vietnamese serving styles, and facilitated the conversion..."

Liz Bradley

"I've been here for almost year and always looking for a vietnamese authentic restaurant in Auckland. Come here for the first and surely come back..."

Pham Tuan Anh

"We ordered fried spring rolls, salted egg yolk calamari, pork belly and pho for lunch. Oh dear they are all so yum! We sat outside and nice cool..."

MrsSelwyn

"Was an escape dinner out with my 2nd half. The place is great. Warm atmosphere and friendly staff. Upstairs is probably the best location for dining...."

Al Kumar

"A characteristic building with modern asian fusion design. It says Vietnamese restaurant and it's actually mix with some other Asian meals in the..."

CocoOnFire

"Great place for a authentic Vietnamese meal. I was told about this restaurant by my sister. Interior fit out is very nice but and the staff are..."

Abdul Wahid Awan

"My friends and I came here on a Wednesday for dinner. We felt very welcome and were seated immediately. Staff are friendly and quite helpful. Love..."

Linh 💛

"Went with family for a birthday and the service was excellent, the waitress looking after was really accommodating and helpful, she was like a long..."

Jeffie

"Our meal at Sen was alright, although I've definitely had better Vietnamese in Auckland. It was on father's day, a day which they are not usually..."

Petra Pearce

"Delicious food and lovely dining place. I was very impressed with the bowl of Pho, the broth was so so good and authentic(my opinion)😝 that really..."

Mr & Mrs Krämer

"This was our first experience and we will be back.The venue has been tastefully remodelled since the previous owners.The service was..."

Deborah Ruth Thompson

"Really enjoyed my dinner tonight at Sen. Such a beautiful restaurant and ambience, lots of space and food came quickly and was absolutely delicious..."

Chuchueats

"Went in for a quick lunch and ordered the Vietnamese Ham banh mi and the clay pot caramelized pork belly. Service was quick as we went late..."

C & J

"I loved the ambience, and low light setting. Felt very relaxing and welcoming. The mango salad was a tad too sweet for my liking as I was expecting..."

Elnaz Gor

"Excuse my language but this place is bloody good!Nice place to sip on coffee or beer and smack talk the afternoon away with your mates.Nice..."

Darren Big Belly

"I've ordered my food from here a couple of times through ubereats!. Very delicious Vietnamese food, I really enjoyed their summer rolls and noodle..."

Brave Eat

"Gorgeous food, super fresh ingredients, delecious and creative. Great cocktails. Such a gorgeous resturant. Lovely for an intimate dinner..."

Oones Connor

"I've been meaning to add my review for Sen but I can't find my pictures now! Our booking was for lunch for a group of 15...."

Lemonslimesoranges

"Went in and tried it out for lunch yesterday. Place was very cool and we loved the decor and atmosphere. Food was delicious too. Lots of fresh..."

Alex Truscott

"Came over here with a friend. The place had such a wonderful atmosphere. Food was actually quite reasonably priced. Presentation of the food was..."

Leonardo Law

"I went out for dinner with friends and one recommended Sen. I am very glad she did. We shared a variety of dishes which I was most impressed..."

Gus

"Lovely character and simple tasty food. Service was pleasant. The mango cocktails here are fantastic too! It seems like very authentic Vietnamese..."

Chris Turner

"Really good, fresh food and generous size meals. I had the summer rolls followed by lemongrass chicken. The rolls were very good while the chicken..."

Erin Jay

"This place is amazing!! Beautiful intimate setting. Under a soft light, marble like tables, beautiful plates having your delicious food. Food was..."

Natasha Banerjee

"Food was amazing- well balanced and delicious! The chicken curry was a stunner, so was the shaking beef and caramelized pork belly; with ample space..."

Apple Tate

"This place bursts with freshness, food was soooo good. We ordered the prawn and chicken summer rolls and the lemongrass skewers to start with- yumm...."

Sheeks

"Very cosy ambience, especially as were seated upstairs. We ordered spring rolls-massive entree, to share among 3-4. Also had squid with salted egg..."

Tet

"Visited Sen today with my family for my birthday dinner and I was overjoyed to get a reservation last minute. Our waitress was super friendly and..."

Jenny Da

"The owner looks like a Vietnamese Gangster. The most friendliest gangster you will ever meet. One that talks about property prices, takes care of..."

Tony Ma

"Since Husk lunches began, the Huskies have somewhat become self-appointed Vietnamese cuisine critics, having tasted offerings from many of the top..."

Husk Creative

"Yay!! This places was amazing. I went here a week ago for a birthday celebration for twins that I know. The ambience was just 🙌🏻! The..."

Rachel Choy

"I don't know how biased I'm being here because I'm a sucker for some ambience, but this place is one of my favourites in Auckland I have to say...."

Rhegan Smith

"Great little fusion restaurant tucked away in Mt Eden. Great service and atmosphere with two level dining. The food was great, filled with fresh..."

J.T547

"I love this place! I love the decor, the service and most importantly i love the food! I have been to sen a few times and tried quite a few things on..."

Lia Yosaatmadja

"We went there for lunch on a Saturday. We were able to get a table without any booking which was great as we decided at the very last minute. Right..."

Trần Tuyết Duyên

"My bf and I decided on some viet food last minute on a saturday. Sen is spacious and have heaps of seats so we were able to walk with a table..."

Joanne Chiang

"Ordered their sen's starter plate, pork buncha, chicken rice noodles and their pho when we came here last night. Everything was so delicious,..."

Kenzi Yee

"I explored this place out of no where. Located towards the end of Mt eden village right behind the domain.I was quite elated with the find..."

Arpita Mandal

"The old bluestone building they are in is now Sen Vietnamese just had the beef pho there and broth very nice n hearty for a cold day, a bit on the..."

Diner8Here

"Sen has a great atmosphere with friendly staff plenty of on street parking, we had a set menu for 13 people, great variety of dishes and all felt..."

Bill Smale

"I love this place. The squid is the best squid I've ever had. Everything else is pretty good to, mango salad = deliciousness. Well worth trying out...."

Wendy Oswald

"This place has a really nice vibe and ambiance going on. It's dark, it's moody and just a little bit romantic. We'd been across the road at..."

Kieran

"Good food, great cosy atmosphere for a relaxing dinner with friends on a week night. The mango salad and bun chà was our favourite. Only small..."

RunningForCake

"I came here for my dad's birthday. He has recently come back from Vietnam and we had a very nice dinner. Our waitress was very abrupt and had a..."

Katrina Dodge

"Lovely restaurant with a nice casual atmosphere. Loved the cosy booth upstairs. We ordered spring rolls and summer rolls to start with. Fresh and..."

Sarah Fandoux-Roussel

"Beautifully decorated restaurant. We went for a Saturday lunch and ordered a variety of dishes. I loved the Vietnamese baguette with chicken ans..."

Pablo Andres Retamales Carreno

"At first we were upset about the demise of C.A.C, it was where we had our first date lucky we are stubborn and were determined to visit out of..."

Mrspotandmrlid

"Phenomenal Vietnamese. Fresh produce and elegantly served and put together. Really happy with the meal. Had summer rolls and a mango salad, also..."

Papakento

"The food was BRILLIANT. The pork belly was amazing but could have been a tiny bit warmer. Staff very very friendly. Would be great if they did a..."

William Towle

"Love the ambiance of the place. Def a nice place to do a quite catch up with a few mates. The food was good on some aspect and some not so great. Had..."

Ethan Liaw

"Have been treated to Sen for dinner before - but went to lunch today. DELICIOUS! They have a special lunch menu in which everything sound great. Our..."

Graeme Frost

"Xin Chao - Welcome to a slice of Vietnam.Located in the once infamous bar CAC - Mount Eden.Recently coming back from Vietnam I was..."

House Of Eats

"Came here for my birthday with a small group, okay first of all the food is amazing. The deep fried squid and shaking beef are a must try. And the..."

Ciara

"Went there for Sunday lunch. My partner and I were quite satisfied as we left, fared a little on the expensive side for the amount of pho we ordered..."

Amanda Teo

"After visiting Sen it's easy to see why this place is rated 4+. The restaurants decor is pretty simple but well done. It has really nice ambience and..."

HJ

"The atmosphere of this place is so warm and welcoming, the staff really do make you feel welcome.As for the food the clay pot caramelized pork..."

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"Let me start by saying that I could live on the mango salad from Sen. The food is so fresh and yummy there and the service is really welcoming and..."

Thought For Food

"It doesn't look like a traditional Vietnamese restaurant when u walk into it, it looks like a kiwi or European style restaurant-Although they hang..."

Flora

"What a cool restaurant in Mt Eden!!! It's quite a big restaurant with 2 floors, and has a very modern look & feel. The food was amazing. My..."

Misty

"There are so many Vietnamese restaurants serving NZ but only very few of them actually offer authentic style food. We have been trying loads of..."

R & A

" Food was fine, nice flavours, very mild overall in flavour. Shaking beef was ok, but didn't melt in my mouth. Nothing to rave about, nothing..."

Wanderlust

"Fusion Vietnamese food is a hotly contested market here in Auckland, with notable restaurants like Cafe Hanoi and Le Vietnamese already having a..."

Aucklandholic

"Came here with friend on Thursday night, absolutely amazing experience.The service was very friendly, fast and professional. A guy served..."

Tanz

"Absolutely one of the best Vetnamise places I have ever been too. The customer service is excellent, they really know their food. The food was..."

Karen

"I had the poached chicken salad which was fresh and tasty, my friend had the fish which looked even better. Great atmosphere and easy location for..."

Emma

"Had come here off the back of a friend's recommendation and some seriously good reviews. The star of the night was by far the clay pot pork belly...."

Featured Eats

"We came here with the recommendation from my friend who said their mango salad was amazing. Unfortunately it was sold out. We..."

Aniva Huang

"The spring rolls and savoury pancakes were crisp and very tasty followed by chicken curry and shaking beef, both excellent. We finished our meal with..."

Anne Rickett

"Had a beautiful meal here, great service and awesome location. Summer rolls were delicious as was the thick dip that went with it - other Vietnamese..."

Emily Reeves

"We never write reviews but this place was exceptional. We were looking for somewhere new to try on the way to a gig at the..."

David Poole

"Just went for dinner. So good!!! Fresh and full of flavour. Will be returning soon to try everything we didn't order tonight. Both the mango..."

Laura Handley

"Lunch on a Friday suddenly became effortless and cool.Noticing that the CAC Eatery had 'morphed' into a Vietnamese restaurant, my taste buds started..."

WinaJ

"The restaurant catered well to us on a Tuesday night. From the outside its a bit deceiving, the restaurant is much bigger than it looks from the..."

The One With A Nut Allergy...

"I recently travelled to Vietnam and tasted the great food over there. To be honest I was quite disappointes with the vietnamese restaurants offers in..."

Foodie Auckland

"Went to Sen last Friday for lunch. Best Vietnamese restaurant I've been to. We had beef mango salad, market fish and lemon grass chicken salad...."

Sarah

"As per usual, beautiful meal and a great environment, I recommend Sen very much. Everything about this place is superb, great service and great..."

Racmac

"My now favourite Vietnamese place to dine in. Great location with easy road parking. Food is very delicious and full of flavour! Great range to..."

Dl Pwat

"Finally a great lunch and dinner venue close to work. Great flavours and fresh ingredients. Will be back again for sure. Great range of tap beers..."

Peter

"A wonderful restaurant where, for the first time in my group of 15 friends, we all left happy with the food, service, and restaurant atmosphere. 100%..."

William W. Perez Rivero

"Lovely quiet place to have lunch with delicious food. I got the combination lunch set with a crispy pork bahn mi and a fresh spring roll and they..."

Jean-luc Lawlor

"Everything is great from service to food but the round table and the fixed seats is a little uncomfortable. Overall it still a great place to eat and..."

Yusoff Kamal

"Worth your money and price is pretty good. Ordered for Takeaway and it tasted as good as it does when you dine in. I’ve dined in this place a very..."

Nita.

"We work within walking distance so had a leaving lunch here. We did pre-book since we had a fairly large table. It did look like they had an upper..."

Benedict Uy

"Have been to Sen 3 times in the last month for lunch and dinner, with a small.and large group. Thoroughly enjoyed the food and the service each..."

Delanie Nepia

"In all the times we have been to Mount Eden for work, how have we not discovered this little neighbourhood gem? So good we went two nights in a row?..."

Linda Robson

"This was a nice place to stop in before going to the Project. The food and prices were pretty good. Great service..."

Jessica Ureste (Jess)

"I think this is now our go to for Authentic vietnamese restaurant. Great service, very friendly and always caters to the needs of my family. The food..."

Odyssey L

"Nice Vietnamese restaurant located in central Auckland. Came here for lunch and loved the atmosphere so much. Compared to most other Vietnamese..."

PP CC

"Not your usual Vietnamese restaurant. With rustic and industrial decor, this place is simply cool, a perfect place to hang out with friends for a..."

Jerry Wong

"It is such a good and peaceful environment to have dinner. I loved the food. It is good to come back..."

leydi peña

"Sen is a really great place for a date night. All their cocktails were delicious, I would recommend the mango one and the espresso one. We got a..."

Aida Harris

"Pho is always a delight. The desserts are yum too (try the pandan dessert) Thank you chefs..."

Joseph Kim

"I visited the place with my school mates. Overall, this restaurant provides excellent quality of foods & services. All staff are friendly, the..."

Rumi Regina

"I often come here. They have good food, fresh, rich taste, good service. Don't miss the drink menu that is worth a try. The restaurant has a unique..."

Chloe Dang

"The restaurant exudes a fantastic atmosphere that we thoroughly enjoyed. The pho, in particular, was outstanding and left a lasting impression on..."

Vivi Wang

"Came here for quick lunch, three of us so seating on the wrong side of the restaurant where there is less decorations (next to the kitchen). Dishes..."

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Huami

87/100 (2163 ratings)

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"Went for restaurant month. Had Peking duck, Yangzhou fried rice, bean cooked in olives leaves, black pepper beef, Pinot noir with antipodes..."

S B Foodie

"Came here for drinks. Cute vibe and hip crowd..."

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"Great place to try, obviously if you are expecting the traditional yum char experience with your dim sum being served on trollies and the hustle and..."

Dora The Food Explorer

"Huami is finally bringing a contemporary atmosphere to Chinese restaurants in Auckland, something long overdue. Think sleek and dark, black and neon..."

Zoe Bowker

"Today I will write about Huami – one of my favorite Chinese restaurants in Auckland. Situated below the Sky Tower, it is a great place to entertain..."

Lucy

"Really really recommend the bbq pork bun and slices 👌 juicy as hell and super flavourful. One of the best places in Auckland to go for..."

Real Slug

"Loved the interior and ambience; the wait staff were very helpful and polite. The home made spinach egg tofu was to die for, the sauce was amazing..."

Rashmeen Sandhu

"Huami had a great atmosphere, food, and service. I came here for dinner, they were helpful with wine selection and patient when ordering. The food ,..."

Doris Ma

"Yumcha @huamiakl 🥟🥢 Located on the ground floor of the sky tower, 🐼 has been here a couple times for dinner but has yet to try out their..."

Pandadrools

"I can only rate their cocktails, which I enjoyed more than my fair share of over the course of two evenings! These were beautifully executed by the..."

Famished

"We ordered 2 x Whole fruit wood roasted pecking duck, Sweet sour deep fried prawns, Sichuan style prawns, shrimp chilli fried rice and xiao long bao...."

G1k

"The quality of food delivered at Huami is quite high however, it is a little on the pricy side. The dishes utilised high quality New Zealand produce..."

Louise

"I hesitated to visit because I was always of the opinion you can get great dumplings at a third of the price from many a yum Cha joint. We came for..."

Chan Can Eat

"Beautiful restaurant and very friendly staff. We went for lunch and were greeted on entry, then taken to a table prepared for us as we had a booking..."

Jenny Da

"Beautiful bar in Sky City. Came here for drinks. Bartender was knowledgeable and friendly and the cocktails were exquisite. Lovely decor and..."

Dumba

"Our family go to place for any Chinese festival celebrations. The place is well managed and is located in a lively place. They are slightly expensive..."

Derek Cheung

"I've been here a few times for dinner, but today was a first for yum cha. It's definitely one of the higher-end and more expensive yum cha places in..."

Louise

"Been here three times so far this year. Not sure Huami is the best yumcha in Auckland, but pretty sure here is the most expensive one. Nice food and..."

Becky Kuang

"5/5 Taste4.5/5 Display 4/5 Quantity 5/5 Customer ServiceBest Yumcha in Auckland.This place is like the fine dining..."

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"Huami is unlike any other Chinese restaurant, as a fan of yum cha I know what to look for and what the good ones really taste. Having a lot of..."

Ang Sarap

"It’s my first experience at Huami. 3 top dishes are Bejing duck, bbq pork with Manuka honey and dimsum basket. However, the taste is a little bit..."

Ashley Tran

"High-end Chinese restaurant! Went there with my colleague on a Wednesday’s night. The front desk lady at the reception is attentive. We ordered the..."

Annie Low

"Absolutely stunning food!Highly recommend. I have tried a few things from Huami, I have a few favourites that I always must order when..."

Foodie Feels

"Yumcha at Huami consists of the usual dishes but with a premium twist. Sure it’s more expensive but you receive better quality of food, taste and..."

LiLi Bee

"Came here for my birthday lunch with my family and being asian they are hard to impress! But this place not only blew them away, the service was..."

Dolma Chuan

"Polite and friendly staff, as well as beautiful decor. The food was equally amazing and flavoursome, also aesthetically pleasing. I would definitely..."

Local Grams-ma

"I have to say the service is top notch but food is very average. Lobster with mapo tofu is good taste. But tofu is cold so this can only..."

Bella Lin

"Came here on Sunday lunch time without booking so were seated at the bar. Food is delicious and service is top notch, however the price is quite up..."

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"Their service is one of the best. The duck was to die for!! I have nothing bad to say because I've been here twice and still are consistent with how..."

Gelainedreyes

"came here with friends because we wanted to eat duck on rice, if you're looking for some decent one in town then this place will not disappoint you..."

Benji

"Loved lunch here enjoyed how everything came with it’s own dipping sauce. My highlight was the duck will definitely be back to try more off the..."

Laz Irie Tiare Tyla

"Best high class yumcha in city. Better service than other yumcha place. And char siu bun taste so good. Fresh made roast duck was crispy and full of..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Nice chinese restaurant in sky tower easy to find. I had dinner with my family to celebrate my birthday. Staff are kindly. We had peking duck, sweet..."

Cindy Chu

"Huami is the perfect place to explore a modern and traditional twist of yum cha in Auckland city. This time round, I ordered their famous BBQ Pork..."

Amanda Megayanti Wijaya

"Had dinner here recently with my friends. Nice decoration inside. I was impressed with our starters and dessert. Especially the marinated prawn with..."

Mai

" Eat yumcha in Auckland.I haven’t tried dinner yet but am extremely impressed with the yumcha food Quality. They even pour your..."

Tony Ma

"Premium restaurant that serves delicious chinese food. Servings were pretty small, but tastes so good. The place is nice, and their big red door’s..."

EAT Girl 👑

"Huami has established itself as a premium Chinese restaurant in Sky City. Not only does it serve fancy dinners, but it is also a destination for a..."

Annie Ren

"Decided to dine here for dinner with the family. The best dish we ordered was the Peking duck, typically with Peking duck as a dish the..."

Kelly

"Great ambience which is optimal for family lunches/dinner. Efficient service and good dim sum selection. Particularly enjoyed the duck, which meat..."

Calvina

"My family and I came here for my birthday and it was so magical! The service was incredible, and the food was unlike anything else. They even..."

Marnie

"Amazing yum cha food, very tasty and the dumplings are fuller. I love how the dumplings with prawns in it really have huge chunks of the prawns. Ha..."

Marggie Pascua

"I love this place. Really nice décor. The food is amazing, especially the duck. The price is on the high side but worth it. The only complaint is..."

Lulu

"Tasteful decor, the restaurant was busy on a Saturday night. Service did not suffer, food was mostly excellent. We had dim sum for entrees which I..."

Gus

"Little more can be said than superb. Attentive wait staff, appealing environment and surroundings - and the food was something to behold. If there..."

Jon-Paul Fey

"Visited Huami last time with my family when it first opened its door and was impressed ever since! Tried couple of items on the menu and they were..."

Selene Nguyen 🌸

"Went there for yum cha with my parents since mum has been raving about this place for a while. First impression- Not good! I arrived there after my..."

Cupy Dee

"I have always been skeptical of ‘modern’ representation of Asian food, unless they also deliver in flavour. Huami definitely did not..."

Michelle Ma Belle

"My personal favourite “enjoy ur day for pretending you are a rich and fabulous artist living in 1920s shanghai”.Very good selection of..."

Satine Liu

"Hubby and I chose the "Huami Nectar" set menu. Waitress was awesome. Food was great. We were full after the starters and had to take home the mains..."

Nibbler

"Situated below Sky Tower Auckland, Huami offers an extensive menu focusing on Cantonese fare including dim sum that is both traditional and..."

Picky Piggies

"Since Huami has been open, I have been wanting to get my taste buds inside there! Every time I walked past I admired the sophisticated upmarket fit..."

Frank

"Great food... that food fired duck is AMAZING. Great service and nice drinks, overall well worth the expensive price tag. Would come back here when..."

Snowden Tapper

"I came here with my family and they ordered a bunch of dishes including the Peking duck. I would say the presentation of all the dishes are 5/5- all..."

Aimee.

"Great meal best Chinese food I’ve ever had in New Zealand everything tasted very tasty especially the bbq pork. Will be back for sure to try the..."

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"Nice food nice service but only quantity they need to work on... Tried spicy chicken(dnt know exact name) Was good and mofu tofu but quantity..."

Chetan Mani

"Huami was an elegant combination of refined Chinese decor with world class dim sum chefs. The finesse in the chicken feet resulted in delicious..."

Jade H Lim

"Excellent choice for Chinese dining. Very friendly and professional service. Full bar available with wine selections from across the world. Great..."

Tanz

"Huami was recommended by Media. We were very excited being there and ready for the fantastic food.Staff was helpful and nice. For the food,..."

Jie

"As Chinese food lover I was looking forward to try the then recently open restaurant in Sky City. Had great expectations but when I left the place..."

Diogo Reck

"Recently opened Huami along Federal St. in Skycity Auckland. Food were near perfection! From colours, presentation and taste is exquisite. Ordered..."

LilMSunshine

"Huami is the best Chinese food I have ever had. The duck was definitely the highlight with the crispy skin and all rolled up into a little pancake...."

Leilani Toiting

"First time been to Huami, the atmosphere is so nice and the food presented very well. Instagramable dishes and nice service. Will try other main..."

LuciferTSN

"I wouldn’t say this is your traditional Chinese restaurant. First impression of the place, it reminded me of Masu. According to the waiter, it has..."

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"Great food and service. Best chinese restaurant in Auckland. Will surely be a regular here. Impressed with the decor and specially the clay oven on..."

Andy

"Anyone whos abiding a gluten-free eating habit would know it can be awkward experience asking for gf options especially with Chinese cuisine...."

Sunny Lam

"Spent a couple of hours with hubby at this restaurant - loved the dumplings , much more care had gone into the dumplings into comparison of the Jade..."

Jasmine

"Just had dim sum for lunch. Generously sized, unique and most importantly very tasty dumplings. Look forward to coming back when we return to..."

Smalljude

"The interior design is very attractive...the traditional Chinese elements beautifully added around the space. Services are great. Teas are fabulous,..."

Chefaldini

"Huami is a whole experience from the moment you walk in the door. Friendly and attentive wait staff, beautiful interior and food to die for.The..."

Mel Miller

"Came here for my birthday dinner. The service was faultless. Absolutely lovely dining experience and the attention to detail from the waitress and..."

Stacie Liston

"After coming here a couple of times just for the cocktails in the bar area as it's a great spot with awesome bartenders... we thought we should try..."

Donna&Shane

"We came here on Friday night on a whim. We were told there would be a 30 min wait but didn't have to wait long at the bar at all before they got us a..."

Jasveen Kaur

"I have ordered the two vegetarian dumplings and they are absolutely way beyond expectation. I am actually really surprised how tasty The two..."

Foodiegirlnz

"Huami is the latest addition to the Federal Street dining precinct at SKYCITY. This isn't your typical Chinese restaurant so if you have your heart..."

Susan

"Came here tonight with the fam and i can safely say the overall experience well worth a one time visit.The waitress was absolutely the..."

S&G Take Auckland

"I'd read the exisiting reviews about Huami & wasn't sure what to expect particularly as they were very mixed. I can truly say, as someone that eats..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Came here last night and was quite happy with the overall experience here. For starters we ordered the ribs in sticky coffee sauce, chicken in chilli..."

Samantha Gemmell

"Huami truly exceeded my expectations! Their extensive menu offers something for everyone, and the food was absolutely amazing and lived up to the..."

Tammy-Jade Collymore

"Beautiful restaurant... Absolutely loved it. The staff were friendly, helpful, and very efficient. The plates were a large serve which I'm not used..."

Paula Sargent

"Food was good here..service is excellent. We ordered a variety of dim sums and happy with the quality. The dessert was amazing with the right..."

Viv H

"Thank you for the personal touches added to the service. Much appreciated. And thank you to the young lady who provided much of the service..."

Te Aroha Warren

"Very yummy traditional Shanghai Style Chinese food. The seasoning is not too strong and the portions are moderate, so you can enjoy many dishes. I..."

Yuichiro Soma

"The Yum Cha flavor is decent, but the Peking duck's quality doesn't quite measure up to what it used to be years..."

Lefei C

"Great food and services. The private room is quiet and spacious. The scallop, prawn and duck are amazing! Great for a special..."

Tony Kwok

"Staff members are friendly, courteous and helpfull. Some are attentive and some aren't so much. We ordered glutinous rice dish, and we waited for 1hr..."

Alex Tjahjana

"One of the most fancy Chinese restaurant in town: Baiju ice cream is a must try (it has the pleasant Chinese white wine aroma but taste totally like..."

Caidi JIANG

"Finally had a chance to try Huami. Light taste, not oily. Peking duck was great, although the skin can be crispier. Dim sum comes in three pieces...."

Hungry Teddy

"Me and my partner decided to eat here just to find a place to eat dinner together. The service was lovely from the beginning - seated within 15 mins,..."

Cassandra

"Huami serves the best Chinese cuisine in Auckland. Everything is just perfect. Ordered the set menu this time and it was such a feast! Can’t wait..."

Buddy Chen

Kiss Kiss

87/100 (3656 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"love the food. craved it all lockdown. always get fantastic service from the friendly staff. awesome mix of drinks available also. must try pork bao..."

Vinson Tarm

"Staff/service: 5/5Venue: 4/5Price/portion: 4/5Came here for a birthday celebration. The staff was super friendly and nice. They..."

SM

"Just yum!!! I had the fabulous lemongrass chicken bao and shared a salad with my friend. I can’t fault the food - the crunchy rice bits in our..."

Michelle M

"Tried and loved it :D we had sweet and sour pork belly & of course pad Thai! I would say Saan has more variety in terms of menu selection - but..."

Min Min

"The travel to Balmoral is worth it just to literally gobble down the most delicious Chicken Bao buns on this planet. The texture of the bun, the..."

Jayme

"Omg this is so impressive. Fresh mango, coconut rice, not too sweet and not too sour. Everything just right. Will definitely order again. I love Thai..."

LuNa The TuNa

"We came in for Sunday lunch and staff were really friendly and accommodating with the kids. We loved the sticky rice and mango dessert! So we will be..."

Kathrine Haigh

"Would recommend this place. Good food, loved the ambience. Food presentation was beautiful and tastes so yummy. Serving size are big and great for..."

Kaye Arguelles (ZOMATO GOLD CODE: KAYE 6954)

"The staff at kiss kiss really make the experiance! From friendly management to lovely waitresses 💞 I love this place. Also great bang for..."

Savannah B

"Great vibe and cool decor. Food was a bit too small portion and pricey..."

Monica A

"The Pad Thai and Kuaitiao Khua Kai (Menu items 17 and 18) were amazing. Not only was everything delicious the food came so quickly I thought we were..."

Allison B

"Because I've often see Kiss Kiss very packed, I wanted to see what it was all about. I ordered the chicken nibbles, pork larb, mango sticky rice and..."

Aszy

"Absolutely amazing! I had the tofu bun and it was delicious, along with the phat kana which was so flavourful. I also had the French fries which..."

Megan Browne

"Amazing food! This place is great for a large group so you get to try a bit of..."

Trin

"Delicious food here and cool(ly) decorated interiorThe baos are yum as are the deep fried tofuGreat ambience, great vibe and delicious food..."

Chan Can Eat

"Awesome Atmoshphere! , we came here just after opening time and ordered the Bao Buns, Pad Thai, Pork Ribs and Khao Soi.. Loved the food, Great..."

Luke Rooney

"Must-try restaurant on Dominion Road. Vibrant and colorful decor with friendly staff service. Food was delicious and got so many wow-factors in it!..."

Pig Cat

"Beautiful ambience. Quite a unique place and lovely restaurant to socialise. Tasty food and fills u up. Definitely a place to try..."

Fi Bing

"Wow, favoriate Thai restaurant in Auckland. Crazy with their pork belly and fish. Every sigle dishes tried so far all tasty. Trust me Must..."

Mia Sun

"The pork ribs were SO good. My friend and I matched it with the chicken & prawn pad Thai with one of their cocktails. The atmosphere was great,..."

Liv

"I always love coming to kiss kiss for a chilled out place to catch up with friends over a good feed. Brought a friend from Taupo for a late lunch on..."

Gloria Ching

"Decided to be adventurous and go to @kisskisseatery in dominion road for some thai 😮Food: 7/10Atmosphere: 7/10Service:..."

Guilty_eatsnz

"The decor and the lighting in the restaurant really adds to the overall experience. With their prompt and quick service it makes for an enjoyable..."

Elyse Oh

"This restaurant has been recommended in the past but we didn't had the chance and what we were missing!!!!Although the restaurant is simple..."

João Plácido

"Amazing choice and variety!! something for everyone! great for big groups. Doesn’t take bookings but wait isn’t too long. Amazing cocktails and..."

Cheapeatobsession

"Finally went here after tonnes of recommendations and it lived up to the hype! Food was great but a shout out to the lychee beer! The pork belly..."

Amindha Fernando

"Ribs is tender and nicely seasoned. Pad Thai and fries is a little bland today, but usually good. Food came together at the same time...."

Denny M

"Great food. The ribs were quite nice. The fish were yummy. Will definitely come here to try other food. Quite crowded so make sure you come early...."

Hungry Teddy (20% Zomato Gold, Use : HUNG2716)

"Tucked down on a side street off busy Dominion road. I feel like I was having dinner at a street shop on an isolated island. Love the vibe and the..."

The. GIANT. Eater

"Porkribsssssss! Best in Auckland I reckon. Used to love the other American chain restaurant's ribs. But now kiss kiss is my favourite. The atmosphere..."

Taurus Cao

"Went here for an early dinner with my boyfriend and we had the pork bun, chicken pad thai and the larb. ALL of the dishes were sooo good and very..."

Margarita Ramos

"One of the kind Thai restaurant set around Dominion Rd. Love the island decorations and lively vibe. Staff are warm and friendly. Great for a causal..."

Lucy

"Good food, great portions and lovely staff. Ambience is a bit too loud and jazzy but I wouldn’t mind visiting this place again for the food and..."

Nivsha Amin

"I went to this restaurant about a month ago and had to write a review. Love the ambiance of this restaurant. Friendly service with great food. What..."

Colin Tarm

"You definitely need to check this place out. Third time visiting this place was during my 19th birthday and I absolutely loved it. I definitely think..."

Alyssa Cabingan

"Decided to try this place out after seeing it on Zomato. We made use of my sis Zomato Gold 1+1 food and my Groupon voucher. Good value for..."

Jen Lee ( Zomato Gold Using JENL 8447 For 20% Discount)

"Came in for dinner yesterday night. We ordered the fried rofu, mayo, crispy with cabbage with a Bangkok style dressing and coriander bun, Sii Khrong..."

Rosanne Choy

"4.5/5 Taste4.5/5 Display 4/5 Quantity 4.5/5 Customer ServiceAmazing Asian Fusion Restaurant in AucklandThis place..."

곰정안

"This is definitely one of my favourite foodie spots! My partner and I dined here last night - we ordered one of the Buns (lemongrass chicken one),..."

Paige Leota

"It was wonderful diner. I enjoyed so much. Had chicken bun, fish, chips, pat-tai. Everything was so yum. I will definitely come back. Kind and lovely..."

Alice In New Zealand

"The place was awesome with lovely staff. Just love the vibe ! Tried whole snapper, pork buns , sriracha chicken wings all deliciously tasty! ..."

Soumya PriyaDarshini

"No bookings so we had to wait about 20 minutes, wasn't too bad however as you were able to purchase a drink whilst you waited. We ordered the pork..."

Kate

"This place literally has a piece of my heart. We came on a friday night, so it was busy. Had a small wait but ordered drinks. Once we were seated and..."

Becks Fielding

"Really, really yummy food. Service was friendly and fast. We had the whole fried fish, pulled beef salad and the sticky pork dish. Fiber licking..."

Hannah Chiam

"We have been here a couple of times, in both occasions it has been delicious, our favorite dishes are Pad Thai -spicy and awesome- and pork ribs..."

Cesar Luis

"Brave to come here at dinner with children. No bookings required therefore we waited at least 25 minutes to get a seat. The staff was very friendly..."

888bing888

"◾Great Service◾ Good Vibes◾ Tasty foodWe did a random groupon for Kiss Kiss and it was well worth the drive.They don't..."

Scott

"Kiss Kiss has the most amazing atmosphere, without a doubt this was the biggest highlight of the location. I would probably rate this just under 4 if..."

Lance Law

"Amazing food and lovely customer service. Would definitely recommend for lunch, dinner or just a snack. Nice vibe and design. suitable for all..."

Ben Willis

"Oh ma gash this place was everything I expected and more! The lemon grass chicken bao was delish. Nice chunky piece of crispy chicken with pickled..."

S&G Take Auckland

"We went here at night. Love the atmosphere and decor and quirky viewmaster cocktail drinks menu. Nice and friendly staff. The floor was noticeably..."

Adrianna

"We got the chicken pad Thai, pork belly coriander curry with coconut jasmine rice, free range fried chicken bao bun and chips with tumeric spices...."

Persian Foodie

"Pork belly bao gets my vote every time, but despite living so close I hardly ever go to Kiss Kiss - it's just that much pricier than places that I..."

Rose

"Would recommend this place to everyone😍 The place has great vibes, if u love ribs..this is the place to visit for fall of the bone type of ribs,..."

Danique Tupou-Boyce

"Been wanting to try this place for ages! If you've been to Happy Boy you should be familiar with the bright neon lights and friendly and chill..."

Ashleigh Hea

"Love the vibe of this place its like you're in a resto near the beach 😎 Love the chicken bun. Also, the pad thai is different from the usual but..."

Pauline

"Went here recently with a friend and had the pork ribs and pad thai. Both were delicious! We also shared a bucket cocktail which I thought was a..."

Dani

"Great place for some good Asian fusion food! Awesome price for some delicious food, good for both large groups and date nights. Well conceited..."

Sunaina Goundar

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

Mon.

"We ordered the pork belly bao - delish, generous serving of pork. Also had a fried chicken bao - the chicken was really tough but still tasty. We had..."

Hoana

"Food was nice and very well priced, service was great. A bit tricky to find parking unfortunately. Only downfall is that I would have loved 100x more..."

August Hislop

"This place has an unique vibe that I cant find anywhere else. Been following them on instagram for a while and finally we got the chance to give it a..."

Quinn Mai

"Super yummy food, great quirky ambiance and very friendly staff. I was really surprised at how crispy and super delish their whole snapper was...."

Bhavya

"If you love neon vibe anything, Kiss kiss is a place for you. The take on thai food served with a hint of playfulness elevates the dining experience,..."

Calvin

"Came here with friends for lunch and loved the menu! so many different options and great to see a few vegetarian selections too. I had the king of..."

Sophie Wilton

"Thai cuisine is probably my favourite cuisine and kiss kiss is right up there with the best of Thai places. From the buns through to the noodle or..."

Sjr Sjr

"Great place to go! Good atmosphere and the service is excellent. Don’t miss the ribs! A must. Small menu but all plates are fantastic. Deserts also..."

Boty

"Took my family here for lunch, we’re big eaters... everything was so flavourful and FILLING! Might I add there were 8 of us - ordered 3 plates of..."

Loi Elisapeta Fuimaono

"Loved everything about this place - seating, decor, service, and most importantly the food. From the thin rice noodles to the curry noodle soup and..."

Sarina Tuihalangingie

"Absolutely love this place. Staff are friendly and attentive, food is great!!! Pork ribs are a must try.... want to go back again and Ive already..."

FoodMakesMeHappy

"The ambiance is great. The food is what you expect. Something about the lighting always makes me smile. It’s a great addition to the rest of the..."

Nade

"Overall really tasty food but wouldn’t consider it authentic thai food. Must order the pork ribs and fried fish!! Definitely must-try :):)..."

D Leow

"AMBIENCE 3/5SERVICE/STAFF 5/5FOOD 4/5PRESENTATION 4/5QUANTITY/PRICE 4/5To start off with the ambience is beautiful the..."

_foodfanatic

"Great food at reasonable prices. Staff are friendly. Would be great if you could book though, especially as they don’t have any seating area while..."

Jmo

"The food prices here are similar to most of the other Asian fusion restaurants but the best thing about this place is that the portions are decent...."

Benedict Uy

"We came along for a birthday celebration for seven guests on a Saturday evening. We were seated promptly despite how busy the place was. Cocktails..."

Jon-Paul Fey

"This place is so freaking awesome! Decor, ambience and vibe totally rad!! Food is really really good with maybe portions and great drinks menu. Beers..."

I'm Hungry

"If you love pork and act like one. Welcome.Strong advocate of the Pork belly bao here. Have since brought two people here to try it,..."

Auburn4000

"Great place for delicious and affordable Thai food.There are not many restaurants in this area that have interiors that are as colourful..."

Aleana Fernando

"food was so delicious, full of flavour. love the buns.....so yummystaffs were very friendly and welcoming.very unique interior.the..."

Nukualofa

"the interior of the restaurant was really nice and chill, very friendly service. food here is so good i would definitely come here again. I also..."

Kylie

"Came here for a snack lunch on a Saturday around 1pm. It wasn’t really busy or quiet and the interior design is very spacious; bringing a feeling..."

Jason Zhang

"This place is so hip! It’s layout is alike to a lunch room, small low tables at a large amount fitted closely together. But it’s a atmosphere..."

Georgia Vossen

"Always an amazing time at the always busy kiss kiss. The food is really nicely priced. I would just be ware that because they don’t do bookings..."

Hannah Rose

"Went after work with our Cuisine Club, has skoped out the menu before hand, so ordering didnt take long - the food was ON POINT! The Bucket..."

Erica Davis

"Not super authentic, but still good vibes and pretty good food. The bucket cocktail was pretty “uniquely” flavoured. Can’t say it was my cuppa..."

Yuko Saito

"Kiss Kiss is a fusion Asian eatery dressed in pink kitsch-ness off Dominion Road. It's a younger sibling of similarly popular, and blue-er,..."

Vivi S

"Lovely asian fusion admostphere. We ordered the cocktail of the day and it's so fun it came out in a bucket, probably enough for 3 people. Me and my..."

Bella Luv Food

"Kiss Kiss is Dominion Road's modern, thai-fusion bombshell. It's renowned for the bright, vibrant, neon-pink, psychedelic graffiti vibes which make..."

Ashlee Adams

"This place is the cutest! I can’t believe I’ve lived in Auckland for this long and have never been here before. It was super busy when we went so..."

Jessica Li

"I’ve been to Kiss Kiss many times and it always delivers on flavour. My favourite dish is the crispy rice salad with homemade northern Thai..."

Lucia Florence

"Awesome place... Good Thai food... I have an amazing time here.Love the food. Everything came really fast... Drinks looks very good.Place..."

Cristian Baldassarre

"10/10. Great Asian cuisine.Choose cocktails via a viewfinder,Great menu, exceptional food. Try the ribs, pad Thai, while fried snapper and..."

Brizzle

"The food was absolutely delicious! We ordered prawn crackers, chicken nibbles, phat thai, and another rice dish and they exceeded my expectations!..."

Fudgemeup

Amy Lai

"I could kiss the food and the bowel ~ Super delicious, fragrant, flavourful food!! There’s always a line so be prepared to wait. Ordered: Thai..."

Try_something_new

"Finally visited this place and it was sick. Great place to go out with your buds- food is good to share and the cocktail buckets are 🤙. And it..."

Brenna Hobson

"Food: delicious! Totally recommend the deep fried whole fish and the pork ribs 5/5 👌Ambience: fun! Really cool retro theme and love the..."

Mindy Song

"You had me at - kiss kiss 👍 Those ribs were oozing with sweet cane in my mouth. 'Don't be shy now.' 😂😂😂 We used our main as a sharing..."

T.B.F

"What not to love about Kiss Kiss!!! Attentive staff, delicious food with outstanding drink selection, amazing atmosphere with fun and playful setup,..."

Jessica Halim

"It's like somebody opened the moerish gates to food heaven. The pork and chicken buns were amazing. From the mayo to the crispy crust, I enjoyed it..."

Dalton Harris

"Firstly, I absolutely RAVE about the ribs here! They are the best I've had in auckland! The sauce on the ribs themselves was amazing and I didn't..."

Jess Wong

"Food is amazing here! Such a good twist on Thai dishes. Definitely would come here again, every night if I could. Only downfall is that the bar can..."

Stephanie Kourti

"Can't go wrong with Kiss Kiss, such a classic and always delivers. Perfect for a date night, but get in early as it's always super busy! Reasonably..."

Kate DEatz

"If you haven't been to Kiss Kiss before then make sure it is your next destination. Sometimes it is best to go during the week instead of the..."

Ana

"Creative dining environment which makes u feel like dining in a pub. The decorations are so south eastern style but the staff there are almost kiwi,..."

Ellen Zhang

"Great casual place for some good, large-portioned affordable food. Staff were accommodating for my celiac disease and put extra effort into making..."

Angiotensin II

"Every bit as good as the reviews say! We ordered quite a few things on the menu and all were delicious. The Pad Thai & donuts with custard with my..."

Kaizeen Kolah

"I've dined here perhaps 5 times before. Been there with different people, ranging from group of 2, to group of 7. We love the ambience, food and..."

Renee FC Lee

"Great atmosphere, great food and friendly staff. Took us a while to find parking and wait for food. We had 12 people for dinner and we all enjoyed..."

CrazyCatLady_EmmaC

"Heard so many good reviews about Kiss Kiss so my friend and I came for dinner yesterday. The place was full and we were 6th on the queue. We got..."

Linh 💛

"Such amazing food, the buns are delicious and the pad Thai had so much flavour. So many vegan options, and the atmosphere was lovely, quite busy..."

Hazel.crook

"Went there for dinner during weekday to avoid long queue as they dont take reservation. It's truly a hidden gem in Balmoral. Excellent service huge..."

Neverstopeating (20% Off Zomato Gold Code: NEVE9390)

"I looooove Thai food and had been looking forward to come here. The decor is fantastic with typical beach vibes (makes you want to go waterboarding)...."

Sakshi Chadha

"The whole fried fish was cooked perfectly with a delicious tamarind sauce on the side that was all kinds of yummy - spicy, garlicky and sweet. Loved..."

Sammy D

"Always great Thai food, nice and cheap too. The bao are yummy and the pad Thai is really good. Good selection of craft beer and cocktails. It's got a..."

Petra Pearce

"Interior is aesthetic but we had to sit outside bc there it was full inside and dont think you can make a reservation. The pork bun was yum, but..."

HelenMeng2000

"Enjoyed the dinner with mates. Unique atmosphere, reasonable price but delicious food (esp pork ribs). Cannot make reservations but was lucky to get..."

Shazza

"Food was nice but not awesome very oily - very easy to make vegan and the staff were super helpful. Main issue was the cutlery was dirty, but they..."

Mary Vegan Poppins

"Service was awesome - food was yummy! The pork bao was a bit dry would have been perfect if it wasn't so tough and chicken bao was yummy too. I had..."

Hope

"went to kiss kiss after a tiring shift and was immediately cheered up because the staff were so kind and funny. the food was also super delicious, we..."

Kaia Brown

"I've been wanting to go to Kiss Kiss for a very long time and I finally went lastnight. I ordered the Thai milk tea, Thai style pork belly bun & Phat..."

Bryan Chan

"been waiting so long to come here!!!!when we first came there was a 20 minute wait which was fine because we knew it was busy plus it was a..."

Grace

"Service was friendly but a little disorganised, based on the number of guests; expected. The food and atmosphere was great, fun twist on the..."

Charlotte Lucas

"Initially seen some great reviews of this place and who doesn't like Thai food? Been here more than a few times now.Ambience is pretty..."

Jeffie

"This place is busy that is why you need to be have patience in waiting if you want dine in a busy night. We waited for almost half an hour for our..."

Phoenixlovestodine

"Great food and awesome service!Would go back and highly recommended. If you like asian food, it's an ideal place to go and would also suit..."

Sungwook Hwang

"Awesome spot, great vibe and decor. Service was lovely although our server was new and didn't know a what a few things on the menu were. Food wise I..."

Dale

"Amazing dining experience! Seriously felt like we were eating in Thailand - place was pumping with people on a Friday night, love the crazy decor..."

Natyo

"I can't believe it took me this long to get around to trying Kiss Kiss. They do amazing fusion food and also have a delightfully funky decor. With..."

Vivien @ KJAS Blog

"Second time being here & really enjoyed it..Kiss kiss has such a cool funky vibe and atmosphere. Food style is Thai fusion. Food is..."

Samantha

"This place has really cool vibes. The neon "kiss kiss" sign really captures the eye. The service is pretty good too. Most of the tables are large and..."

Dxlche

"I called to get takeaway which the girl said would be a 25 mins wait, and that's perfect since it takes 25 mins to get there anyway. I ordered the..."

Marggie Pascua

"We have been here multiple times with my friends and family. Can't beleive i haven't written a review yet.I highly recommend:-Pork bao..."

K

"Awesome customer service . This has the Thai streetfood atmosphere from table clothe to plates . Food was good but not the best Thai food I've tried..."

Leo Dilshan

"Visited here for dinner tonight. Great ambience and cute decorations throughout the place. I was amazed to see many staff working at the place which..."

Jay

"Such a cute place for food with friends and family. Beautiful pink lighting and food was very authentic. Cheap for the amount of food you get but..."

Jessica Thomson

"Had a pork belly bun for lunch today, the slow cooked pork belly got very rich flavour inside, but the skin outside was crispy and crunchy, served..."

Di

"Tried this place for dinner, the casual setting is very welcome and neon lighting is cool. Service was good, the staff were friendly. The buns are..."

Reuben Philip

"Been here twice now, once for brekkie and once for dinner, two different dining feels. When we came in the morning it was pretty quiet and..."

Lucyeatsakld

"Such a cool vibrant place- the food and the setup of the restaurant reminds me of the cool street food markets in northern Thailand. Delicious food..."

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"We decided to pop.in after hearing so many good reports and we weren't disappointed 😁 fast friendly service. We sat outside and the beer..."

Carmen Franich

"Fantastic vibe, great food and customer service! Ordered the whole deep fried snapper, pad thai, pork sticky ribs and pork cracklings to share for a..."

Angel

"We came here with a friend visiting Auckland and were not disappointed! We arrived a bit later around 8 and only waited about 5 minutes for a table...."

Briana

"Had dinner here last night, love the decor & set up. Ordered the pork ribs (10/10 recommend), fried fish & two rice for my boyfriend & I. The food is..."

Anna

"Great spot for a bite of something different, awesome atmosphere and everyone provided great service except one girl who was extremely snooty when we..."

Msmakcindy

"Yum :) what delicious food! We went as a group of three on a very chilly Friday night (not at all recommended weekday since it was absolutely crazy..."

Kiwi Eats Asia

"Have been to kiss kiss four times. Love the vibe and decor, and staff are always very friendly. Would recommend the fried chicken bao, and the curry..."

Natasha Watson

"Amazing food and amazing service! Had to wait 10 minutes for a table but it was definitely worth it. Had the peach ice tea and lemmy lemonade for..."

Bella Qian

"Fantastic vibe and good value for money too, well exceeded expectations with awesome service ! We only had to wait ten mins before being seated after..."

Richie Chewy

"Boyfriend took me here as he raved about how good the food was. I have to say I was a bit sceptic as I thought it's just another Asian fusion..."

Amy Peng

"Great food, Had the Ribs, and chicken wings, and pork belly buns. Enjoyed them all but took some of the ribs home as was a big amount.The..."

Steve Hall

"The deep fried fish and tamarind sauce is delicious. The bun with chicken was bland. Many options in the menu with pork. Limited options for chicken..."

PPN

"There are always lots of ppl there. We ordered 8 pork ribs and 10 fried fish. Both of them taste good. The bun is also yummy. It is interesting that..."

MiaZhao

"Seen a few of my friends going to this place and was very keen to try it out. Came here on Sunday arvo with a friend. The atmosphere was quite..."

Queena

"Food was good and fresh made. Awesome price considering the portions and the taste of it.Love the open kitchen and the easy design of it...."

Mark Tiemann

"Best pad thai in Auckland!!!:) my partner enjoyed his pork ribs that he had to order an extra cup of rice. 😂🙈 the feel and ambience of the..."

Marinel Mae Badilles

"Good food, good ambiance, friendly service.Enjoyed my dinner today. Will be back Pork ribs are delicious, bar snacks go really well..."

Preet Singh

"If I am wanting some thai fix. Kiss kiss is the place to be. With a tad of euro asian fusion. This place still keeps the authentic thai..."

Karl Evangelista

"What an awesome place! Went with my in laws early and we just managed to get a table. Clearly quite a popular spot but after tasting the food, I..."

Mezza

"It isn't cheap, and the portions are small. However, it is super fresh ingredients, and traditional flavors, if not entirely traditional..."

Sara Sergejew

"We went to kiss kiss on a busy afternoon. The place was packed and we were given an estimate of 30mins wait. The wait was worth it. We ordered some..."

C & J

"Probably the best restaurant in terms of the happy vibe you get here. Floral sheets, pink kiss kiss lighted boards etc make you feel like if you go..."

Aabhas Dole

"Great place for dates or a quick bite before moving on. Loved the shared table idea, reminds me of street food eating in Asia. Can get busy, but you..."

Dene Amos

"UPDATE: came here at 9:15pm on a Saturday before Christmas Eve for a late dinner. We got the chicken and pork belly bun, ribs and som yum salad...."

Oksana Zhang

"Fun environment with good food and drinks. The staff were a bit slow to take our order or check on us but when they did finally come to take our..."

Natalie Janet

"Had a fantastic time stuffing my face and the people were super nice, especially the lady with the toucan pin, you're fantastic 🌻Definitely..."

Tina Yu

"As soon as you walk in, you will notice the eclectic and relaxed vibe of the place. Communal tables, neon lights, a disco ball in the restrooms etc...."

Blaz Jemc

"Great value and food came very quickly. Good service. Sharing between 3 people, we each got a bun and ordered the pork ribs and Phat Thai...."

Karen

"The food at kiss kiss is definitely unique. And as much as I hate to admit it, the food is worth every cent. The people have always been friendly. I..."

Vinmanrules

"Fantastic quick meal out on a weeknight! Cheap and cheerful, great atmosphere, and plenty of friendly staff so food came super quick! The chicken bun..."

Abbey Lissaman

"Kiss kiss is awesome! Love the vibe here, can be a tad tricky trying to get a table as they dont take any bookings, first come first served. I can..."

Nicole Jana

"Such a nice place, quality food that make you feel you are in Thailand.Mango sticky rice was awesome!!Loved the atmosphere of the place..."

Unicat90

"Loveeed the vibe of this placeFrom the plastic floral table sheets to the led kiss kiss sign and the way you guys let us view your cocktail list..."

Thegreeats

"My friends and I went to this restaurant last week. When I entered it and I found it didn't unlike other thai restaurants of New Zealand. I like its..."

I'm A Foodie

"It is an amazing space (with some amazing pop art going on), the staff were super lovely and the food came out pretty fast. Plus I was pretty..."

Z.

"Awesome staff, big portions, decent food and a relaxed South East Asian vibe about the place.Loved and can recommend the whole coconut..."

Tastebud Tingles

"Our first dinner attempt incurred queues so I returned to Kiss Kiss on my lonesome to make sure I got a sample of their food offering. This time in..."

Donutsam

"Finally got to eat here on our second attempt, first time they said 30 min wait for a table so went down the street instead because I was too hungry..."

Tu Dinh

"I enjoyed this place. There's a good vibe with the chirpy music in the background and the tropical decor. It has a calming, relaxed atmosphere. I..."

Miura Elikana

"Great place, very spacious really chilled vibe. Staff were nice and friendly we were seated right away. Thai menu, we ordered pad thai, fried chicken..."

Nathalie

"Cute place with nice food 👍Really enjoyed beef mint coriander salad. Beef curry was too salty. We keep adding water to it. But overall..."

JungYun Lee

"About time there was a cool place like this on dominion rd. They live up to their reputation with great service and amazing food. I love the retro..."

Asha Switchblade

"If you haven’t been to Kiss Kiss, it’s worth a visit. Walking in it feels similar to a small overseas food court with large tables to share with..."

HJ

"Dined last night with friends, my first time..food was amazing the stand out was the buns!!!!!!Going today for takeaway buns to show off to..."

Wendy Fa'afili Keate

"Love the ambience at Kiss Kiss. Large neon signs, pop art and splashes of colour everywhere...very unlike the muted monochromatic palette of..."

Ashlene Cheryl Cardoza

"Proprietors of Chinoiserie and L’Oeuf, Celeste Thornley and brothers Jasper and Ludo Maignot’s newest venture is Kiss Kiss in Balmoral. Modeled..."

Hungry Auckland

"Well priced, Great falvours, innovative and not your typical thai place. everything is great.Have tried the pad thai, rice salad, pork curry,..."

Whiskyncigars

"Lives up to the hype, just like its sister restaurants there isnt much you can fault with the breakfast at Kiss Kiss. The staff are all really..."

Roana Bilia

"A E S T H E T I C S T O K Y O D R I V EV A P O R W A V E Y U N G L E A N S U N S E T F L O R A L S H O P P E needs more..."

Anthony Braxton

"Great new fusion restaurant giving Dominion Road a bit of diversity. Fantastic service and decor, a really funky place! Fresh, fast food full of..."

J.T547

"Came here on Sunday with my 3 brothers for lunch. Immediately impressed with the quick service and tables were spotless. Bench type seats so plenty..."

Stephen French

"After hearing the owners of 'Chinoiserie' and 'Loeuf' had opened a new Asian-fusion eatery, I couldn't wait to check it out and finally managed to..."

Charlene Weaver

"Wow! This place is great! Cool decor, good service and yummy food. Fried chicken bun- 4/5Pork belly bun- 3.5/5Ribs- 4.5/5Pulled..."

Marcella

"Awesome decor, cool View master cocktail menu and fantastic food! Haven't tried day menu but the ribs, chicken wings and doughnuts were amazing!..."

Mvtt

"I really like the flavour of the food we had here and it was rather easy on the wallet too. The cheeky Thai road side deco plus old school..."

Ethan Liaw

"I love this place, there is so much flavour in everything I have eaten here. There service is very proffessional and everyone is actually working..."

Ten

"Dined here last night. First impressions were great, lovely waitresses who came and told us where to sit. Once seated were handed menus to figure out..."

Hannah Gear

"Again another hipster asian places that is doing well in Auckland. The crispy chicken bun could do with a bit more heat and salt but not bad. The bun..."

Travels4Food

"Delicious street Thai food with punchy flavours and plenty of character to boot. Love the retro theme with the wall murals, decor and drinks menu in..."

Elena Ching

"WOW . After hearing rave reviews my friend and I decided to try this place for dinner. Loved the atmosphere when we came in. Wasnt too formal just..."

Coz I Can

"7 of us had dinner there last nightAll very much enjoyed itSlightly off beat tables and benches add to the experienceThe service was..."

Glenn Town

"Love the decor of this place!!!! Super spacious, funky murals, indoor plants and umbrellas! It's like a vacation resort. Came here for..."

ShoRt

"One word - AMAZING. We had the Larb Moo & the Bangkok Filled Roll (Pork). The flavours were unmatched. The food was presented beautifully and the it..."

Selina EverHungry Nihalani

"Wow! This place is awesome! I saw a few of my fellow Instagram friends dine here so we came here lunch time on a Saturday. It was fairly busy,..."

Miss Kiki

"Great staff and atmosphere! We ordered the full coconut and a bucket of alcohol... That bucket was so small but was the most..."

Rohit Victor

"My partner and I came for dinner last night We ordered chicken wing as starter, Pad Thai and Tom Yum Gai as main dish and mango sticky rice for..."

❤️Irene

"Came here when it first opened not really knowing what to expect and I was pleasantly surprised. We ordered around 9 things on the menu and they were..."

Melissa

"The Auckland epic food scene has been slowly branching out in their flavour profiles, serving up not just the typical eggs bene and pancakes, but..."

Husk Creative

"Loved the laid back atmosphere of the place. Great place for a casual catch up with friends and ideal for sharing with a group of about 8ppl. The..."

MegaW

"Good food and fun atmosphere. The food lacked the freshness and heat expected from Thai food. We ordered the curry noodle soup, pork sausage salad..."

RunningForCake

"Dinner for 4 tonight. Place was pumping with every seat taken. 15min wait for a table was well worth it. I can see why it is so busy. Food was all..."

Avi

"New kid on the block, Kiss Kiss takes over the old Drum City space; serving Thai street food for modest prices in an extremely spacious..."

Ben Ch

"These guys are good. Really good! And the service is friendly too. Ribs are soooo great. Donuts and green custard is weird but also great! So..."

Stella T

"This place is so hype right now, and understandably so! It was so packed a couple of Wednesdays ago that it was a 1/2 hour wait to be seated so we..."

Lucy

""When in doubt, cut up a pig - that was the town's motto." Harry, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang.Sunday 7pm 2 diners Khao Soi Gai, Larb..."

Beam

"Visited kiss kiss for dinner. Loved the retro fit out, good open space and lighting. Ordered the deep fried snapper, it was so damn good I finished..."

Lee Lam

"I was so excited to hear about this place opening up! We have had the pleasure of experiencing Kiss Kiss for dinner and brunch and both were..."

Alana Rose Gray

"This place is awesome- friendly staff who were great at helping us through the menu, nice atmosphere and such good food. We went for lunch and the..."

Lee

"Pork-belly curry = 4/5. Get the pork belly. $16 and Melts in your mouth! The Pad Thai was pretty outstanding, but there's better out there...."

Lisa

"We live around the corner from Kiss Kiss and Sunday night was the second time we've been in a month. The place has an awesome vibe / atmosphere which..."

Ryan Orr

"This place could have been transported directly from any Sth East Asian city, it's that legit. They have View Masters at each table, VIEW..."

Kieran

"I'm so happy that this is a "cool" looking place with great food and prompt and very friendly service. Far too many eateries in Auckland these days..."

Knorisheats

"What a delightful place, so vibrant and fresh feeling. The food is delicious and fast! Great for sharing and the cocktails pack a punch - I recommend..."

Sheridan Slattery

"Arrived for dinner around 7pm and it was chaos, people everywhere. No indication of who was waiting to eat, who was waiting for a drink, who was..."

Cat

"How great is it when a new eatery lives up to the hype?We had brunch at Kiss Kiss today and wow! What a great new addition to the super popular..."

Andi Jandal

"Yum yum yum! We love kiss kiss! The atmosphere is very hip. Youngsters will defitnately enjoy this place. I ordered the porkbelly and my bf got the..."

Joanne Chiang

"We LOVE KK and we've only dined there during the day. If you're looking for a cool, funky place to dine @ and you want great service, definitely try..."

Vitale Eti

"I was hanging out for my new favourite brunch spot and now I have found it. I plan on going back and trying everything on their brunch menu as soon..."

Rebecca Smith

"These French boys produce excellent Asian fusion / European brunch items. The menu is more Asian than L'oeuuf which is a firm fave of mine. Make sure..."

Eleanor Purdey Smith

"Was treated to Mother's Day breakfast at this great new addition to Balmoral. Seating was the first obstacle as it's all bench/shared tables for 6,..."

Yoda

"I've been to Kiss Kiss twice now and loved it both times. So far I've tasted the pad Thai, the chicken coconut curry and a handful of the cocktails...."

Madicattt

"Have heard mixed reviews about this place but really wanted to give it a try myself. I loved everything about it, the atmosphere, the interior, staff..."

Kat

"Came here for dinner and had the pad Thai with prawns which was truly authentic Thai. Can't wait to come back to have the sticky rice again (this is..."

Anna Barlow

"This is such a welcome addition to Balmoral where our cafe scene is close to nonexistent! (This place has two different vibes & menus between night..."

Bizcochito

"Delicious food! I had the kaffir lime scotch egg with spiced pumpkin, cabbage and coriander pesto on sourdough. Amazing flavours and textures, would..."

Joanna Koat

"Amazing spot, vibrant and fun. The food is amazing, both during the day and the evening. Its laid back and welcoming and fits in to the Balmoral..."

Ally Smart

"Dined here on the opening night and absolutely loved it. Service was quick and super friendly. I had the pad thai and it was delicious! It was very..."

Becky Lee

"went here for lunch last week and then dinner a couple days later. opted for French toast and the black rice at the lunch which was delightful and..."

Matt Davidson

"I read about Kiss Kiss on The Denizen so I thought id try something new in Balmoral.The decor was basic but had cool vibes and some cool wall..."

Food Adventures With AnnaJ

"Great new addition to the cafe/restaurant scene in Balmoral. I had heard a couple of great reviews about this new all day Thai Eatery so thought we..."

Caroline Jericevich

"Love their daytime cafe menu. The Brioche French toast with dulce de leche is to die for. The scotched eggs is also equally delicious although the..."

Anh Doe

"Great new addition to Balmoral. Delicious pork curry, green papaya salad, pork crackling by the bowl. Nice spacious area. Light and airy..."

Varsha Paul

"A group of friends catching up. This place came recommend by other friends and did not disappoint. Ample parking (both free and paying). Great..."

puddie mocha

"Really good Thai food restaurant. Friendly staff, restaurant clean and tidy. Food is really good and tasty. Love that pork ribs, pad Thai, larb meal..."

Orang Indo Jalan2

"Food was really good totally reccommend, service was average and not very attentive. The tables are very close together and make it slightly..."

Jay “Jackels” Pat

"Amazing place to visit with friends, Atmosphere was amazing, staff are very friendly and helpful. Food is outstanding! Highly recommend checking this..."

Jamie Kristensen

"Man, talk about a step back in time. Love tge retro look, the staff were amazing, this includes food and drinks. Reasonably priced also. We paid..."

Filly Misiloony

"Amongst the whispers of culinary taste lies Kiss Kiss Eatery, a haven on Dominican Road where flavors pirouette on taste buds. A symphony of aromas..."

Jillrose Abrahams

"The taste of food here is similar to Thai fusion restaurants, the price of dishes is under 23$. Fast service food. They have a large and vibrant..."

Chloe Dang

"We has catering from kiss kiss for our end of year staff Christmas function! It was amazing! Great food and flavours and so reasonably priced and..."

Cayla Parkinson

"The restaurant vibe is really cool 👍 The Tom Yum soup taste fantastic! The chicken curry noodle surprised me, I love..."

Cindy Hou

"I’ve been here twice already. The first time, we had the ribs and pad thai. They were so delicious. Second time, we had the green curry and pork..."

Michael Jerome de Loyola

"We had a group booking for 38 people. what an incredible experience was had by all... Superb food, awesome venue, fantastic staff, fast service, and..."

Delwyn McFarlane-Scott

"Lovely place and surprisingly children friendly. Kids meal is a great deal and my kid always enjoy it. Pork open bao bun is a Must try! Highly..."

Thi Mai Phuong Du

"The varied Menu caters to a range of taste buds! We enjoyed each of the dishes we had ordered, however, the Pork Ribs was amazing - they are..."

Edward Kitt

"Visited this place this morning, great service and amazing timing which I appreciated, all the food came together at the same time so there was no..."

Nia

"I love everything about Kiss kiss. Most specially their food. It’s flavorful and have a right portion at a very reasonable price. Been dining here..."

Maki AndArt

"Street food vibes and well done, a pleasant space to enjoy good food. Lots of tables and spacious so good for eating with a..."

Martin Hurst

"The place was lovely! Would definitely recommend this to people wanting to try out different food! There was way too much ginger in my drink but..."

Daniel-Jarrod Potter (ShadowS.I.C.K66)

"This place is so freaking awesome! Decor, ambience and vibe totally rad!! Food is really really good with maybe portions and great drinks menu. Beers..."

Amrita Bhattacharya

"I have been to a number of Thai restaurants and this has to be the best so far. Only tried a few of their dishes and all of it were really good. The..."

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Teppan Dining Bowz

"This is definitely the best teppanyaki we have ever had in auckland. I had the delux course and my parner had the eye fillet. The meat w awesome...."

Hongwei Tan

"Celebrated my friend’s birthday here. Food was very fresh and tasty. Staff were attentive and friendly. Would come back..."

LilianMonaghan

"Visited this place for a family night out. Loved how the chefs preparing food right in front of us.It’s a small place with limited staff,..."

CHIFAN.EATS

"It is a small teppan Japanese restaurant. But the food there is tasty. I like the soup, the problem is I think the crab is not fresh enough. I highly..."

Wanzi Xiao

"The taste and the presentation was great! There are many subtle flavors you just can't recreate at home. However my friend did complain about the..."

Rae Zhang

"What a find! My partner and I came here on a recommendation and the food was exquisite. We got the 5 course degustation each and for $50ish you get a..."

Alisa Samountry

"Best teppanyaki in Auckland. Nice environment and friendly service. Service very fast. And ingredients are all pretty fresh. Love to dining..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Convenient location, great showmanship, and tasty menu. I thought the A5 wagyu from here was the best I’ve had in Auckland. Even though..."

Darren Big Belly

"High quality food and awesome waguya beef and misu soup. One of the best i ever tried. The chef is one of the best i ever seen. Very professional and..."

Moe Sylver

"Great food. Bowz is a well established Japanese restaurant in Auckland and I would say one of the best teppanyaki restaurants in Auckland. The dishes..."

Rob

"Bowz may look like an inconspicuous restaurant but their teppanyaki is the best I've had in NZ. Been there twice and ordered the 5 course dinner set...."

Y Anne

"Quality value for money meals that will satisfy both veg and non_veg foodies, all this prepared right in your midst. This centrally located venue has..."

Carlton Glenn

"This Japanese restaurant is my favorite place for dinner at the moment. We come here 1 a week for dinner. Food here have a high standard quality and..."

Jewel

"Great food. Great service. Went for my son's birthday. Very attentive to my son's food allergies which we appreciated very much. Chef very skillful..."

Cullen Szeto

"We came here for dinner last night and each got the 5 course meal. Myself with salmon, my partner with chicken thigh. We also added on 2 x lots of..."

Gem Hackett

"We came for the wagyu beef. The kids meal is with high quality and good price. The chef is friendly and good at matching the sauces with the food...."

Xiaolan Zhu

"Food 5/5Price 3.5/5 $110 for all this foodService 5/5 Have always wanted to try this place and it did not disappoint. The chef..."

Donna Lau

"The food is yummy, staff friendly. It is quiet and clean quiet though it is a small restaurant. We were there about one hour over sitting and eating..."

Robin C S Hii

"Went there for my Mum’s 65th birthday party. The service was excellent and friendly. The food was delicious, and it was pretty entertaining to..."

Veronika

"Fantastic place to eat.Best Japanese I have eaten and the food was amazingly fresh.It was my partners birthday and after we had finished our meals..."

Rick Anderson

"BEST teppanyaki in Auckland.Full stars for being the best in Auckland. Tastes delicious and excellent service. If I wanted teppanyaki this..."

Tony Ma

"We went to Bowz Teppan & Dining for my dad's birthday. We ordered the salmon, teriyaki chicken and beef sirloin bowz sets. Every course was superbly..."

Kylie

"We came to this restaurant for my birthday and ordered the seven or eight course menu. Can't remember. The service was friendly and they catered to..."

Aimee.

"This is definitely a good one Teppan Dining Bowz Restaurant. Excellent cuisine, inventive and generous. Maybe a bit too generous. I want to try..."

Lucas

"Overall: 4.7/5Service: 5/5Food: 5/5Wait time: 4/5Overall the experience was really good and my group really enjoyed the..."

Shaydn Estreich

"Went here for sisters bday today. It was veryy yum restaurant and the food was gorgeous appearance wise and tasted amazing as well. The food was a..."

HelenMeng2000

"What a place! Thank you for making our family meal special. The quality of ingredient is just so fresh. My parents are normally quite picky but even..."

Claire L

"Great service, amazing food and good ambience. Not too dark and fantastic view of the chefs cooking. Went the extra mile to bring out a mini cake..."

Karena De Souza

"Dinner at the restaurant was superb, wait staff was friendly to answer any questions. We ordered set menu, comes with 8 different types of appetizer,..."

Yoyo

"This is a real find in Auckland. Delicious food in good portion. We ordered set menu about $35-40 per person. Comes in 8 kinds of appetizers, good..."

Chi Chen

"My Favourite Japanese restaurant! Love the food and especially the premium wagyu beef! We usually grab the GrabOne voucher for the 8 course meal..."

Shelly

"We bought the grabone premium wagyu teppan set, food is very good. Service is top notch. The wagyu they serve are from Kagoshima, which is one of the..."

Emily Lim

"Have been there for many times. The best authentic Japanese teppanyaki place. Wagyu is a must try. Fantastic food and service. They provide a cake..."

Lovemelody

"Came here with my sister on a strangely busy Tuesday lunch. It was actually super nice, despite my never having heard of it before! We both got the..."

Natalie Dolan

"Great teriyaki salmon lunch at a reasonable price although we were seated out of sight of cooking. One thing to be aware of is drinks are not..."

Bryan

"I love Japanese food and last night was my first night dining at this restaurant, I loved it the food was well made and fresh. It was well presented..."

Jane Churchward

"The beef sashimi is the best I have even had, juicy tender. Salmon set is great, food is very delicious. Desserts are good but not great. Staff are..."

CherryPie

"We went to bowz with the groupon voucher for lunch. It Was pretty good... quick and friendly service. The food was quite nice, the portion..."

Lia Yosaatmadja

"I had the Bowz Deluxe set with fish of the day and Wagyu. We're sitted by the teppanyaki bar so it's really fun seeing the chef preparing the food...."

Elonie

"I was quite pleased with my lunch experience here today. We were promptly greeted by the chef and waitress - both of whom had a lovely manner - and..."

Nikki S.

"My wife and I were there yesterday .We were the first to be there .The young waiter politely ushered us to the table .He followed up..."

Meng Tan

"Amazing tepanyaki experience. Took my mum here for her bday and was blown away with their food and fantastic hospitality. They truly presented a..."

Hungus Girl

"This place makes delicious teppanyaki food having been here a few times before. The service is very good and the staff polite. The steak and salmon..."

Frank Lin

"I was blown away by the prime beef fillet Teppanyaki. Everything was prepared in front of you. From the miso soup to the rice, you'll experience an..."

Shamim.ramputh

"Booked a table online with a course meal include two wines for two people voucher. But there was the limitation on wine. Only could choose it between..."

Michelle Hwang

"Have been going for 6+ years. They reached their peak of value for money under Naru. Now they are more expensive but still reasonable value. Once..."

Dick Andrews

"Lovely little Japanese Teppan Yaki restaurant. Nice location, easy parking and lovely food. Although the portion of the food is not huge, but they..."

Richard Lin

"Went here tonight with our friends who bought voucher on groupon. Oh my, this was a delightful meal. My husband doesnt really eat fish never mind raw..."

Debi Barrett

"Amazing food, love their prawn and salmon miso and all the mains. We had a king salmon and a scallops and prawn and they were very fresh and tasty...."

CrazyCatLady_EmmaC

"Absolutely awesome teppanyaki. We had the Christmas special - excellent deal for $100. Includes all the best dishes. Everything was superb. Highly..."

Kristie Elphick

"My husband and I went to Bowz for their set lunch. The food was high-quality and delicious. Well balanced set lunch. Portions were not big but the..."

Sho

"We were fortunate to have booked our table to this small restaurant - small but cosy. It's the second time I've been at Bowz. We ordered cold..."

STRADS

"Bowz is an amazing restaurant. The food was amazing and the service at its finest. Everything was wonderful especially when the food is cooked in..."

Leeroh

"We dined at Bowz last night. At first glance at the menu we thought it was a bit pricy, but in the end it was 200% worth it. The staff treated us..."

Jannyannyanice

"Excellent dining experience, friendly..."

Oliver Samin

"Went to Bowz for the first time last Friday night. I didn't have very high expectations as usually I'm not the biggest fan of Teppanyaki. In the past..."

Allen Huang

"Excellent service, great good, superb quality and attention to details. I love the atmosphere, decorations and the taste of the food was cooked to..."

Phil

"Went for dinner when I was travelling in NZ. There wasn't nice Japanese restaurant before but here it is. I didn't expect I can eat Wagyu almost the..."

Miki Fujita

"This was the first time I tried Teppanyaki in NZ, and had a amazing experience. The restaurant is a bit small but very cozy and beautifully..."

Aya

"How often do you get the opportunity to have premium Wagyu beef, served with many other traditional yet stylish dishes inside a warm, charming..."

Jack

"Went for dinner last night and it was fantastic! The food is great, the chef is amazing and the staff are awesome. We had an..."

Collette

"Went there last weekend with family. Was warned prior to booking that service could be a bit slow as they were very busy but they did have the..."

Steven Song

"We have eaten here twice. Both times it was outstanding with fantastic friendly and accommodating service and wonderful food that is fresh and..."

Marion Forman

"We have just dined here for Mothers Day. Service was amazing, food was so fresh and cooked perfectly. Kids meals were the best we have ever seen...."

Michelle Young

"The food was cooked to perfection, the flavour was kept simple, original but outstanding. The waitor seemed a bit too busy to look after all the..."

Michelle

"I have been coming here since it opened and the food standard has been maintained at the same excellent quality the entire time. Ken and Maru run a..."

Paul

"My family dines at BOWZ occasionally and have never been disappointed.The food is fabulous, the service excellent and the owner/chef - Ken cooks..."

Eugene Kwok

"Excellent fresh food and friendly service. I have been often for lunches and dinner. The set lunch is really good value for money. Love watching..."

Walksinauckland.com

"This restaurant is AMAZING. We eat there all the time, and have yet to have anything less than a stunning meal. Beautifully fresh, light and so..."

Amy

"This restaurant is fantastic. Healthy dining and entertaining by the wonderful friendly team. Great sitting watching your food be prepared on the..."

Carolyn Ravlich

"The food at Bowz is fantastic, and it is always entertaining to watch it be..."

Irene Smith

"The food experience was last year but I still wanna tell you it is a good choice for lunch or dinner or dating.recommended..."

Fay Bao

"The food is delicious and so well decorated with a large variety of dishes to choose from. Sitting close to the grill is definitely a bonus as it is..."

Anushka

"I’ve always loved teppanyaki and heard good words about this place for age. This was my first visit. It did not disappoint. The teppanyaki was..."

William W

"This place is seriously one of our family's all-time favourites. Their food always looks and tastes amazing. I couldn't help but give them a 5-star..."

Peggie Cheng

"Loved the food and service! Watching the chef prepare and cook my dinner was a delight. Especially since he was super clean with mannequin hands and..."

Siriporn Falcon-Grey

"Had dinner here to celebrate little girl’s birthday. We ordered three sets of 5 meal course which all of us three were super enjoy the delicious..."

Lei

"The restaurant is small but the food is like fine dining. We had the the five course menu. Food was great, plentiful and totally memorable. Service..."

Simone Young

"Our visit to this teppanyaki restaurant was truly exceptional. The food was exquisite, and the service surpassed our expectations. However, a member..."

Duncan Andrews

"First time trying here. We had the 5 courses menu with the scotch fillet and the yellow fin as main. The entree/appetiser was interesting. They..."

Wilson Shum

"Very delicious , very worth the $27. The chef is very kind and the beef sirlion was very tasty with its..."

Selina Ye

"A second visit in as many months and it was delicious. The salmon sushi was so good, the best I’ve had (and I love sushi). The prawn and broccoli..."

Cindy B

Ortolana

87/100 (3378 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Kids love their ice cream, handy when doing shopping in town. Friendly service and tasty..."

Rex Chen

"Loved their food and very nice services from the..."

Al La Carte

"Extremely nice for a lil' date. Excellent food as expected and offering probably the most unique flavours for breakfast. Light, rich and fresh. The..."

Ken Wong

"Rating 4.0 Great fresh modern New Zealand cuisine. A number of my colleagues recommended this place as one of their favourite restaurants in..."

Manz

"Always love the dessert and the ambience in..."

Zein

"Had a lovely Sunday lunch.Market fish was full of flavours. Lamb gnocchi was really good, rich and full of amazing flavours. Gnocchi melted in our..."

PK

"Relatively healthy and very fresh food served at Ortolana. I came here for lunch with my boyfriend and we both left satisfied. We got the piadina..."

Sharon Louie

"Beautiful place to dine in. Very intimate in the evening and looks fresh in its garden setting during the day. Wonderful service and food...."

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"Cosy, felt welcomed by the staff members. Very polite . I have this thing for Gnocchi and it was delicious. Ordered Kumara Gnocchi..."

Michelle Chua

"I took my seat and not long was attended by the lovely staff. Sooo yummy and satisfying! I love this small restaurant, will come again soon..."

Karla Faviana

"Yummy food and good service. Great selection and quality for vegetarian food! Tables are a little small for three people sitting at a table..."

Jammin

"We first paid a visit to Ortolana for a cheeky mid-week dinner to satisfy our pasta cravings, and our (great) expectations were easily exceeded. It's..."

Gourmet Vegetarians

"Lovely ambience it is a glass house like setting. We came in to relax our foot and ordered two soda. They were both surprisingly delicious,..."

Charis Yang

"Came in tonight after uni to catch up with high school friends. Originally wanted to go to Orleans for their mac'n'cheese and fried chicken waffles..."

Rosanne Choy

"Very nice ambience. Suitable for celebration 🥳 went there on Mother’s Day with my mom for dinner and we are definitely loving their food! The..."

Annie Low

"Spectacular location with delicious food, perfect plating for the start of great instagram photos! The staff was very attentive and friendly, I..."

Jason Su

"I always come to this restaurant for dinner. One dish I ordered the most frequently is market fish. What kind of market fish they served is depending..."

Will Nono

"Went here for me and my partner 1st anniversary; the service by the stuff was really professional and well spoken. Greet us and took us to our table..."

Mandagrey898

"Delicate little restaurant located in Britomart. The interior is modernly decorated with a intimate setting. It’s also lovely sit in the garden..."

Lucy

"My partner and I have been coming here for a while now and love it every time. It is an absolutely wonderful setting with an outdoor space full of..."

Matchstick Reviews

"What a wonderful find!I was walking nearby, I saw the outdoor setting, the fairy lights, the glass tables... and I felt it had a good..."

Arnaud Michelin

"Been here a few times, the food is amazing. It is one of my favorite locations to go to. 100% would recommend. They have a seasonal menu and would go..."

Tong Ly

"After walking around looking for a place to eat for about 40 minutes we stumbled on this place quite by accident and I am pleased that we stopped...."

Saskia Halleen

"Had dinner here a few months ago and I still remember how amazing it was! The ashed sirloin was wonderful with the crunch of the asparagus, not too..."

Stacey

"The location is great and the atmosphere is near perfect - Ortolana perfectly pulls of a beautiful restaurant in a garden sort of vibe. As is to be..."

Jay

"I have been here several times for breakfast and always delicious, yesterday I went for lunch with a group of colleagues, I had the Octopus as entree..."

Cesar Luis

"Met up with my cousin and aunt here and had an early breakfast in the weekend. It was around 8AM when I arrived and there were a few tables both..."

G1k

"Beautiful place for brunches, wonderful ambience with an awesome location. Great selection of brunch food with lots of options for vegetarians. Had..."

Marnelli

"Great spot in britomart. Busy even on a tuesday. Tomato basil and mozzarella piadina was fantastic, if only there was more! Agria gnocci also..."

Flippynz

"Lovely service, great deco, nice and super friendly staff. Great indoor and outdoor seating and delicious cocktails. I had a lamb and kumara meal..."

Amorita Maharaj

"I came here with a friend on a very nice and peaceful Friday midday. We were greeted on entrance and seated by the outdoor heating. I ordered the..."

Aimee

"At the centre of Auckland exists this amazing gem.Amazing design and atmosphere with a friendly and careful staff.We ordered the spaghetti,..."

João Plácido

"Great place for breakfastLoved the food ( the omelet was the pick for me) and the service was fast and friendly. I’ll be back next time I’m..."

Tim A

"Best place for Italian food in town. I fall in love with their market fish no matter how many times I have it. The atmosphere and interior design of..."

The. GIANT. Eater

"Loved the food - prepared with pride and love and lots of focus given on fresh seasonal produce. Every single element in the dish is well thought..."

R-Dee Roche

"This is one of my favourite restaurants – the menu changes often and the quality is always amazing. Kitchen is open plan and the flavours that..."

Vicki Corless Brown

"Ortolana is just gorgeous. A cozy interior with spacious, adequate seating in the heart of Britomart. Dusk was an accidentally wonderful time for..."

Raj Singh

"Part of the Hip Group, this location is very similar to the other restaurants in that it focuses on fresh seasonal produce.Menu is well thought..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Incredible place. The service is really good and the ambiance is amazing. Its a casual, light and bubbly vibe as well as very pleasing to the eye. I..."

Veronica Te

"Came here for lunch and was blown away by the meal and service. The lovely lady at the front of the restaurant accommodated our last minute..."

Stacey

"Food is excellent here, always used to go there for breakfast not to busy in the mornings so could get a seat inside. Atmosphere is..."

Soph M

"Came here for resturaunt month for the past 2 years! Very delicious and excellent service. The atmosphere is also quite chilled and welcoming...."

Angela

"Went their on a Friday for after work drinks. Had some snacks. The place gets real busy. Music was good, service very friendly n food was..."

Naziminator

"Love the seating and the decoration inside this wooden restaurant. Staffs were nice. Ordered a glass of home made chia seeds soda which was good. It..."

"Beautifully decorated. I love the touch of olive oil, pepper and sea salt given to us so we were free to season. We got the Chicken Cotoletta,..."

Oksana Zhang

"I love the ambience of the outside dining here. This is such a pretty place to eat. I only ordered the kale and apple smoothie while here but it was..."

Cardyff Hill

"Love the place in Britomart. And food were great but quite expensive. Ortolana's drinks are lit! 👌🏻 My favourite was their shakes. Very..."

EAT Girl 👑

"Came here for the 2 course $25 lunch menu for restaurant month! It's better if you book because it does get busy during lunchtimes. Had the chicken..."

Jason Zhang

"We went here for a birthday meal. Over all I loved everything about this place. The atmosphere hummed but not overly loud throughout the evening, the..."

Becks Fielding

"Great food and customer service. We waited for not long and our food was right in front of us. Awesome decor both inside and outside, especially the..."

Tanvi Kumar Rao

"Have dined here several times and it's consistently lovely. My boyfriend and I love the chicken cotoletta dish, especially with all the kale piled..."

AucklandEater

"Great service. Great food. End of story. The gnocchi changes seasonally, the second and last photo are two different seasons of gnocchi...."

Dxlche

"This is a place where my bestie and I come for celebrations or when we have an URGE to spoil ourselves 🤣. It's somewhere that's top of my list for..."

Charmaine

"Dropped in here for a coffee on a rainy day. Do ask them about the coffee of your choice as it may not be listed on the menu. I had my favourite one..."

Deepinder Bahia

"Food quality and presentation were very good. But it took looong time that my partner's dish was served for some reason. It finally came when I..."

MAYA　

"If you are into European fusion food, you should go here! The service was perfect and the waiters were very attentive with you. This is a..."

Lewiaga

"''Twas a Fridate for and we just wanted to have good place to eat. The staff who greeted us is nice and welcoming. Although the outdoor seating was..."

Vino Noir Zuniga

"What a lovely place! We came for an early dinner. The ambience is relaxing and service great. We ordered the market fish and short ribs which both..."

Sasha Williams

"Lovely atmosphere, cool lighting and tasty food about sums up this place. I had the pan roasted fish and it was quite good. The wine pairing was..."

SDeans

"I took my mum here on a Sunday for brunch.Atmosphere was lovely but you are sitting very close to the other table.Food was excellent and..."

Shell

"Ortolana is a high class Italian restaurant with a fantastic layout and comfy furniture. The food was great given that this is a high end restaurant,..."

Sylvester Kuo

"This is another one of my favourite go-to places. The Hip Group have really got their restaurants down to a T. Great ambience, great staff and great..."

S&G Take Auckland

"Ambience was good, service was friendly and quick. Had a great time with friends. The dessert was nothing spectacular. I should have stuck with a..."

I_like_pickles

"Been there with friends two month ago. It was a great experience overall. My friend made a reservation and when I reached there 10 minutes earlier,..."

Silvia Fang

"Went here last night with a big group of friends for dinner for a hens night. The restaurant itself is really nice and open with a gorgeous outdoor..."

Alysha Bower

"Absolutely love this place! They have great food, with fresh produce and amazing drinks to match! It's simple and delicious and it was..."

Pareen

"Went here for a late night dine on Thursday night. It was still very busy even though it was 8pm (always a good sign). The decor was beautiful and..."

Bella Qian

"Another one of Hip Groups successful ventures. Ortolana is such a beautiful restaurant, with a European flair.I love Hip Group restaurants..."

Charlene Weaver

"Really nice light lunch in summer. They used to put too much salt in pasta so I asked them to make the pasta without salt this time. And it was..."

Poppingcandy

"Food: last time I had a beef agnolotti dish which was delicious, with complex and delicious seasoning. All food was beautifully presented and..."

Will Scalioni

"You can always count on this restaurant to serve up delicious, quality and fresh dishes. Together with the great ambience the britomart place..."

ShoRt

"Meaning ‘market gardener’ in Italian, Ortolana which is situated within the hustle and bustle of Britomart is an elegant, contemporary space...."

Hungry Auckland

"The food portions were very small and expansive. But tasted good.We ordered a beef, a pasta and a chicken. Only 3 thin slices of beef..."

Cindy Ong

"Even the restaurant is just sitting beside the milse, I haven't got chance to try it before. I loved the Beef pasta, thanks for the cute waiter's..."

Megan Yang

"Went to try the "restaurant of the month" special $25 menu include beef short rib with agnolotti & Gelato on a stick, the agnolotti is basically a..."

Chelsea

"One of the coolest places in Auckland. Love the architecture and the way they deal with the ingredients, using local and fresh products.I..."

Diogo Reck

"Feeling particularly opulent, our group decided to adventure past our usual budget of $10-14 lunches for Ortolana.We ordered the Market..."

Medium_Rare

"Had two dishes for $ 26.00 as a light dinner. Corned beef is a special dish, I tasted sweet flavor of red cabbage and strong flavor of mustard from..."

Michelle Hwang

"I went here on my last evening in Auckland and it did not disappoint. It had very fresh produce and you could tell the produce used were in season as..."

ItstartswithaC

"You must go here. Food is beautiful, healthy, tasty and looks as pretty as a picture. Big sis & I went favourites were the fig dish & the handmade..."

Louise

"The "fancy" dining @Britomart.Great customer service, the best wines, food.🌿You can experience the modern dishes in nice and..."

Mariko Sakurai

"I liked the taste of food but the portion was not enough for me starving. I had to eat another dinner at home. If you have enough money to eat out..."

Lisa Kim

"Great service and lovely atmosphere. Five of us had lunch here along with a bottle of champagne. All really enjoyed our meals. I had the gnocchi...."

I Love Food

"Enjoyed breakfast there. I had the older and it was fantastic. Good selection on green teas. Nice atmosphere and speedy service. What else to say?..."

MrJan

"GOALS AND DREAMS 💕😍✨. It's been a 4 year dream of mine to go here and I finally achieved that, I was worried I had hyped it up too much in my..."

Monique Porteous

"Wonderful place, beautiful desserts (I had the cherry chocolate cake!), and my friends and I could not be happier with our cocktail & peach and..."

Michelle Ma Belle

"I came here in the weekend with a friend for brunch. I've been here once before but it was a long time ago. We first ordered drinks and we..."

Angela (A Style Collector)

"Went for brunch with my family today and the service and atmosphere was lovely! Coffee was superb! The only down side was our food, the food was..."

Eléna MacEwan

"Much like it’s nearby sister properties Rosie and The Store, Ortolana delivers healthy hipster cuisine with ingredients sourced from their own..."

Zoe Bowker

"Had a lovely overall experience here last weekend. Wait staff were excellent, serving us sparkling water on arrival and seating us quickly and in a..."

Jess

"I regularly visit Ortolana. It's always busy, charming and the staff are well equipped for the footfall. It's lovely to sit outdoors in the..."

Michal Rebecca

"Beautiful space, fresh and modern menu. House made bread was dense and delicious, and the service was personable and warm. There are woollen rugs..."

Brunching Around

"I really want to love this place I really do. first time i went with my friends and the waitress was very kind and explained to us the whole menu...."

Issie

"This review is based on coffee alone. We have been here for coffee meetings several times now. It is a gorgeous cafe in the Pavillions in Britomart...."

Fiona M

"We had been wanting to visit this wee restaurant for some time. We had been put off by the thought of finding parking, but it was incredibly easy...."

B D H

"Second time here in 6 months and if anything the food seems to have improved. The fish taretare starter was an excellent combination of freshness,..."

Lee Marshall

"Quality over quantity Plates seems small for the price but it's seriously so delicious Usually very busyFriendly staff and..."

Thegreeats

"For entree - the dry cured pork with fried bread has a super delish tuscan butter spread, and was much tastier than the more subtle summer squash..."

Food Baby

"Great service and nicely presented organic breakfast! The portion kinda looked too small but it was just enough to feel full! Seasoned perfectly and..."

Jay

"Ortolana is always a nice place to sit down for a light meal if you aren't feeling too hungry. The dishes are fresh and always very green. However if..."

Jenny Da

"So modern and elegant - Ortolana is definitely a place you can't walk past without thinking you must go there next time. During the day, the outdoor..."

Misty

"We went to Ortolana for lunch early Dec with a couple of friends. I was very much looking forward to visit since I had heard such nice things about..."

Anne F

"Have been here for the second time and had the omelette with ricotta and zucchini, which was nice, but a little bland. The middle seemed a lot of egg..."

Isi

"nice spot in the heart of Britomart, went with old colleagues for dinner, we ordered fish, chicken and beef, the food is sensational. I've ordered..."

Chelsea Chian

"I use to love ortolana when they first debut. Sadly I think the creativeness and standard of the place is not as good as it used to be. I..."

Travels4Food

"Went here last night for dinner. Second time I have eaten here. Service was excellent. Food was all very tasty. Setting very pleasant.We..."

Avi

"I am in absolute love with this place; its very rare for me to give out 5 star ratings but I have for Ortolana. In the heart of Britomart amongst..."

Caroline Barrett

"Lunch here was so good! Tried the organic Crumbed chicken an kale with lard roasted potatoes! and gnocchi was very fresh also and spring veg, grains..."

Paris

"Have been to ortolana for breakfast but not for lunch. I'll admit I was a bit intimidated by the fancy names for most of the dishes but I decided to..."

India Shores

"Yet another stunning eatery by HipGroup. I can't believe it took me so long to visit but I'm so glad I finally did! We arrived mid morning..."

Laura Hunt

"Amazing service and cute quiet setting for Britomart! It's one place you can eat outside or in and still hear the conversation at the table.We..."

Jaffa

"What a beautiful restaurant. Been here twice and both times was amazing! A stand out dish was the fazzoletti with cumin roasted beet, feta whip and..."

Julia

"Ok, we have eaten here 12 or so times during the day (mostly brunches/lunches). The space is beautiful and the staff very attentive. We have both..."

Stu

"Foods great service great. Atmosphere very nice. Just the outside, I wouldn't recommend it if it's windy. Otherwise would go back! And it's a nice..."

Jun Lau

"I have always been a huge fan of Ortolana (and to be quite honest.. All of the Hip Group eateries) and dine here frequently.Ortolana is an..."

L.E.N.S

"Love Ortolana for a late brunch or early lunch! While my friends tend to go for a main I can never pass the organic millet & nut granola with yoghurt..."

Kezia Lynch

"One word : flawless. We popped in here for breakfast when we were up in Auckland for work - totally worth every single cent. The service was..."

Anna Garland

"Imagine a restaurant right in the heart of the CBD serving delicious, locally grown food, plus desserts from Milse (my favourite hangout), with the..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"I have been here a few times before and really enjoyed it each time. We came for a work lunch today and again, it was great. The portion sizes..."

KitKat

"Food was yummy! Love the setting! Surprised how busy it was for a Tuesday. We were able to sit outside under heaters & keep warm. I had rigatoni with..."

Erin Brown

"Great feed. Love how most of the produce comes from their own farm. Had the smoke hay butter pasta as awesome. Bit slow serving the beers but it's no..."

Steve Brown

"I loved this place, the vibe, the seating and both the interior and exterior decorations were just all 5/5. The only reason that I'm giving Ortolana..."

Annie Ren

"Great place for brunch but found it a little expensive for what I received. Lovely staff and wide range of dishes on offer to suit all tastes and..."

Rona Dalgleish

"This review is from the 31 May 2014 (only just started this account)We came here for my brothers birthday!This was my first time eating at..."

Gemma

"Gypsy salad? Goddess dressing?? Yes, please! Ortolana has an interesting and whimsical menu, a lovely food and a very cosy vibe—indoor and out...."

Campbell Ecklein

"This place is generally packed and for good reason. I tried the market fish garden harvest, the fish was beautifully cooked. The soy latte was a..."

Rojas

"A great place for dining. Certainly one of the best restaurants in Auckland. I walked into this place because the other restaurant I wanted to go was..."

Punith Gowda

"Lovely restaurant. Owned by the same people as St Heliers Bistro (which is wonderful).I love how they have their own farm for their amazing..."

Craig Ck Koning

"I ordered some canapés from Ortolana on Tuesday for an event here at my office. The whole booking process was so simple and easy. I spoke with them..."

Miss Charlotte Cake

"I have tried to come here quite a few times, and being successful only once as they are so popular and do not take bookings (only a waiting list that..."

Helena Chen

"I usually come here at night towards the end of th week, it's a lovely resturant that is ways lively and full of people, it's a great atmosphere and..."

Hungry Hippo

"Sure you are on the pricey side my dear Ortolana, but my admiration for your offerings doesn't seem to abate. Your green salad with goddess dressing..."

Auckland Foodie

"I have been a couple of times before and it was amazing and when we went last night it didn't disappoint. We had the 3 courses for $55 restaurant..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"My rating goes strictly to food and the environment as I dined outside. However the down fall was my bad costumer service I experienced that..."

Duyen-Kim Nguyen

"Yum yum yum!! First time here and I will be back very soon! The place is so warm, cosy and inviting, we were very comfortable while enjoying our..."

Melanie Rose Hansen

"Flawless. The interior is beautiful, it's nice to be able to sit outside and people watch while enjoying the britomart atmosphere. Service has been..."

Ryan

"Went here for the very first time with a friend. Thought to try it out as it looked different to places we've been to. Seating was no sweat didn't..."

Seamus M.

"Everything about Ortolana is to die for. The decor is beautiful, and the food is somehow even better. The staff look after you extremely well, and..."

B

"Finally managed to have dinner with the wife minus our two kids which was quite an experience and we chose to dine at Ortolana.We were..."

JaimeC

"Delicious creative food right here. Interior design is to die for and the atmosphere is simply brilliant. Love the open kitchen and the kind and..."

PancakePanda

"Love it here, everything from the menu to the service is spot on. Interior is also really nice, can get busy though - so get in early. Will be back..."

Victoria

"After walking around Britomart we found this place... it was late afternoon and abit busy but we got a table easily... We were given the dinner menu...."

Donna&Shane

"This has got to be my favourite restaurant. I went there earlier tonight with my better half (and no Austin). You can't book but they fitted us in..."

Austin

"Great food, great service, great interiors (and exteriors), safe to say Ortolana is one of the best places to eat in the city. I had the special of..."

Jaya

"I've been here so many times and as always they are packed! But the food and service still remain consistency. Love the food and its plating...."

NhatLinh Ng

"Amazing setting, surprisingly comfortable bar stools, friendly staff and last but not least amazing food. Our table of 5 enjoyed three starters to..."

Meaghan Aureguy

"If you live in Auckland, you know this place. If you’re visiting Auckland, add this to your list. I had read about it before we made the trip..."

ElsewhereBriefly

"One the of best restaurant in town. Love the food and drinks. Also you can order the dessert from Milse (just next door). Staff are friendly and it's..."

Julia Nguyen

"Ortolana is a beautiful restaurant serving incredible wholesome food right in the heart of the CBD. I love all of the hip group restaurants as the..."

Jess Pendergrast

"I've been to Ortolana only twice but I loved every bit of it each time, from the stylish decor to the beautiful food, without forgetting amazing..."

Estelle.verani

"This is my first time trying the dinner menu here. We were a bit slow to be greeted and seated upon arrival, but the service during and after the..."

Jing Chen

"The atmosphere at Ortolana is absolutely breathtaking - beautiful lighting, heaters, comfy chairs and knee rugs. The staff were incredibly attentive,..."

Gem McLeod

"O is an absolutely beautiful restaurant and I'd been wanting to dine here for a long time. It was absolutely humming for a Wed rnight and even though..."

Vitale Eti

"Fresh , mouthwatering food . the organic chicken dish and their raw fish my favour arid dishes . The kids can order from the specialist desert..."

Shane Philiips

"Went for breakfast Sunday AM. Really outstanding service! Needed one breky really basic and not on the menu but were staff were super helpful and..."

Ian

"The food here is all about quality not quantity. The portions are quiet small, but I am always left satisfied when I've finished eating my meal. This..."

Eden Howard

"I used to shy away from this kind of place. Not sure why. Not a huge menu but everything i've tried has been fantastic.Service too.Im not..."

Panda Eyes

"Ortolana Britomart does beautiful food in a really nice casual dining kind of. area. The menu can be a bit difficult to interpret, but the service is..."

Vivien @ KJAS Blog

"The Hip Group has really helped raise the bar in Auckland with a winning formula of good service, simple but nice food in trendy locations with..."

Fylde

"I have been to Ortolana several times for drinks with friends, the service has always been great, the staff checked on us and kept our water glasses..."

Ken

"Three or four times Ortolana has provided me with the perfect lunch when shopping in Britomart or at that end of the CBD.. A sophisticated little..."

Duncan Galletly

"I love ortolana!! I find myself craving ortolana every week!!The food is so fresh tasting and leaves me feeling full but not stuffed...."

Aniva Huang

"We weren't too hungry to start off with. The service was great and the waiter explained the menu really well. The food was good for its'..."

Joanne Chiang

"After reading a lot of reviews and been wanting to try Ortolana, I finally had a chance to try it on Saturday. I had a hot chocolate and..."

Miss Kiki

"Dined here on a wet windy day before a show at Vector Arena. So chose inside - very noisy with hard surfaces, tables very close together.Service..."

Pat Lythe

"Last night, I went there to celebrate birthday with my boyfriend for dinner. Friendly and attentive services but the food, market fish with garden..."

Ameri Lim

"Beautiful setting. We sat in the courtyard, had a great view of all the lights and surrounded by the grenery. Couldn't fault the service. Great food...."

Nicola Sherrock

"Nice staff. Great coffee. Great breakfast - sausage, eggs, tomato. But where's the bacon? Had to order as a side. Forgivable.Definitely a..."

Dino Bambwino

"A mate from Auckland said to check this place out, good food and great service. Can't beat..."

Food 2 Run

"Good simple tasty food. Love..."

Yumtum

"A wonderful breakfast. A delightful experience that provided excellent service and food. I would return again if I was ever back in..."

Grace

"Delightful Surprise. Whilst waiting for my hotel room to be ready, I walked around Auckland's CBD and was fortunate to find the Britomart complex...."

FarmrsMarktsFan

"Bright and early for breakfast. Service was absolutely lovely and the generous servings of food was very welcoming after landing at 6AM. The..."

Rosely

"Comfort. Stopped by for coffee and "cakes", which come from Milse next door. Unfortunately the coffee here is insipid and cold. Next time I will get..."

Teri Isorsum

"Where has the sun gone? To New York, apparently, according to Y. To Rome, too, R tells me. Well, certainly away from Aotearoa/NZ, where it has been..."

Vivi S

"One of my favourite places to dine great service outstanding food this honestly delivers consistently as a great place for brunch, lunch and..."

Girlygirl

"I went here for lunch today with 5 colleagues. I rang earlier in the day to book but they said they don't take bookings but that they are pretty..."

LucyGoosey

"Had the pan fried gnocchi with the parched egg and really really nice pea sauce while my friend had the ravioli ! The potatoes looked so..."

Michelle Huynh

"This place is so chic! Wear your designers as this is the place to be seen. I loved the vibe and the food. I had the ravioli and it was melt in the..."

Missk Khan

"What a gem of a place this is in the hussle and bustle of Britomart. Food selection was simple if not a little lacking in description via the menus..."

Russell Charman

"A beautiful spot with an interesting decoŕ... I always get the chicken here. The sauce on this dish is what makes it. It ties everything..."

Jacqui Crawley

"I need to give this place 5/5 for three reasonsDoes a flat white get anymore velvety? Smooth? Balanced? I doubt it.. Its so perfect and..."

Wouldyoulikebreadwithyourbutter

"I couldn't understand anything on the menu and the very understanding wait staff painted a picture of each meal as she explained each item. My lamb..."

Katie Pidgeon

"5 hours and she would be off for a trip of a life time around Europe. Wanting to squeeze in one last catch up just before she jetted off we tossed a..."

Two Dark Coffees

"What a beautiful little place! I have been meaning to pop into this restaurant for a while but haven't been able to get around to it and had such a..."

Linny

"Im not one to make a point of going to the trendy parts of town for dining. So no surprise I walked up and down Tyler St looking for 21 Tyler St...."

BeeQueUU

"Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch at Ortolana. I like that the menu is split into dishes of varying styles and sizes to cater for all levels of hunger,..."

Connie Consumes

"Best meal in a long time! Excellent service, excellent tasty food. I'm coeliac and they were great at catering for me. Highly recommend..."

Rachel Firth

"During my birthday trip to Auckland, I of course had to stop by one of Auckland’s hottest new restaurants: the stunning Ortolana at..."

Sophia

"We had a meeting here, a few times and we ordered coffee and tea. The service is good; the staff really looks after you andconstantly tops up your..."

Marjolein Drenth

"We were strolling around britomart and decided to have a meal somewhere nearby. We decided to check Ortolana out due its high rating, and we..."

Thefoodloverrr

"I came here for brunch recently with a large group of friends and it was great. My food was delicious, fresh and presented beautifully. The fresh..."

J.T547

"Had few brunches here at Ortolana and loved all of it. The first time was with my partner and enjoyed it so much that we went back just after a..."

Ninjunkie

"Came in one evening with a large group of friends, we really didn't know what to expect. The service was great, the atmosphere was lovely and we..."

Jen Hilford

"My favourite place in Auckland. No matter what you order you can feel assured that it's clean healthy and delicious! Beautiful food & friendly..."

Max Clark

"Last time I went to Milse to have desserts, I found out that there were so many people waiting outside Ortolana. With curiosity, I planed to have a..."

Shirley Yu

"Great food , really tasty with quality ingredients , great service really friendly and accomodating and an awesome atmosphere would Definately..."

Kathleen Joyce-Reweti

"First time at Ortolana tonight. Went with a group of 9 and was easy to get a table just before the rush at 6.30. Ordered the tangelo soda which was..."

Simone Cooper

Tom Jones

"So me and my girlfriend was looking for a cute cafe to eat for brunch on a lazy Sunday, and ended up coming here to eat. Needless to say, this place..."

Gill Chang

"Ortolana is one of the rare few places that absolutely deserves every bit of the hype surrounding it. I was initially skeptical when I first read the..."

Kiwi Foodie

"Been here a few times and food is good ! Love the vibe esp in the summer ! My only pet hate is that The tables are way to close and feel like I am..."

Charissa

"Came here for lunch and had the Grapefruit Kingfish salad which was very fresh and nice, it was pleasant to look at too! beautifully decorated. It..."

Sarah

"Ortolana is a rare breed of restaurant. It rates my top category of restaurants I'd move near. It's that good. I haven't been to Auckland before but..."

Anya Jenkins

"The tastes here are amazing love the complementary flavours each dish endures.. Would definitely recommend and looking forward to going back ..."

Sarah Leakey

"Ortolana is a gorgeous light-filled space with a menu that emphasises fresh produce (and big words). Staff are friendly and accommodating. Sparkling..."

Genie @ BunnyEatsDesign

"Had a lovely brunch :) They were so accommodating, my fiance is allergic to Egg and they made him a beautiful meal. I ordered a Pimms and i have to..."

Kannazawa

"My first visit to Ortolana was for a birthday coffee/lunch with the boyfriend and the second one was for a catchup with some old girlfriends...."

Grace Hall

"We have gone to Ortolana twice now – once for dinner and once for brunch. The food is great and tastes super fresh. For brunch I ordered the..."

Ashlee Mccormick

"Best restaurant we have been to in a long time. Food was fantastic, would go back again any day! Staff were very informative and the place is..."

Joe Bloggs

"The food was melt in your mouth and the service impecible. I love the complimentary sparkling water. The seafood and pasta is very light and fresh. ..."

Miss Surfer

"We brunched at Ortolana on Saturday morning. The food and ambience were fantastic, but the service is what really transformed our visit into a..."

Holly

"Like many restaurants in the area (apparently...), Ortolana does not take dinner reservations, so we turned up at 6.30pm to ensure a table. Though we..."

Peter North

"It has been my favourite place so far. Beautiful fresh quality food and friendly services. Portion is just right for girls but I knew some guys may..."

Diana

"This is the second time we have visited. It was wonderful.We were greeted by the chatty blonde Maître D who was informed and helpful with..."

Manoja St John

"What a hip bistro by the renowned hip group. Though it's hard to decode half the things on the menu, there is no questioning the food is divine. We..."

Monica

"Had an amazing dinner here! The food was divine, I had the beef carpaccio with beetroot which was incredibly tender and a generous portion for an..."

Charlie

"Fantastic food and great service.Went for dinner and was surprised at the relatively well priced menu, and even more so when the food came..."

Jake Wratt

"First time dining here with hubby after walking past it many a times whenever we are in the CBD. spatchcock - SUPERB! SUPERB! SUPERB! And the..."

Lynn Josephine Lim

"We have been for brunch and dinner and on both occasions it has been a fantastic experience. The food is fresh, well presented, and unique...."

Tristan Gielen

"Loved the entire experience here a couple of weeks ago – you can’t make a reservation so we just turned up on the off chance on a Friday night..."

Wolfie W

"Most amazing place ever. Superb food quality, professional customer service, High hygiene standard, fab location, what more could you ask for really!..."

Surferin

"Ortolana is delicious. I came here for breakfast on Friday, the restaurant itself has a lovely atmosphere and decor, the staff are friendly and..."

Catherine Bannister

"Wow. If you're looking for an in your face dining experience don't go here. Ortolana is sneaky good, the food was clean and fresh but oh so tasty..."

Gus

"Food quite good and the location is nice. Be careful with the wines though - NZ already has some of the highest wine prices in the world (even though..."

Mab

"Came to Ortolana for brunch on a Sunday. Waiters/waitresses were really friendly and happy to explain the menu (although there were a few obscure..."

Himmy Lui

"Always wanted to try this place but never got round to it despite being smack in the middle of cbd, just behind britomart transport centre. After..."

Peifen Chua

"Great place to have a special evening! We sat at the lounge! Also more variety of food could add to the experience! However all the food and drinks..."

Juan Hazley

"Ortolana is a little slice of paradise in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Auckland City. The garden-esque surroundings are pretty and..."

EatsByZee

"Expensive - yes ish, Worth it? YES ! Service was amazing, food left me a bit hungry but superbly impressed by the presentation. Such on-point-ness...."

Maye Elle

"wonderful! My bf and I love this restaurant so much, it's very healthy and efficient! The verges are very fresh and..."

April

"Ortolana really is deserving of all of their amazing reviews. I'm always looking for new brunch places and have only heard good things about Ortolana..."

Rebecca Smith

"In an attempt to actually make sure we got in (this is another Hip Group place and as such doesn't take bookings) we went on a Monday night...."

Kristy Sorrell

"Since my first visit to Ortolana I have been back many times & it has never let me down. Breakfasts, a few celebratory birthday lunches, a food..."

Mairi Herbert

"Ortolana, situated amongst the garden-esque Pavilions complex is run by the same people that is behind the successful Takapuna Beach Cafe. Ortolana..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"Ortolana – meaning market garden has indeed lived up to its name and raves, many of the ingredients I believe come from the Hip Group’s own..."

Two Honest Truths

"Ortolana easily makes it up my top 5 restaurant experience for the year. Both times that I have been here, the setting, food and service were..."

Carmella @ Easy Food Hacks

"Amazing food, service and atmosphere. The house-made bread and ricotta gnocchi were delicious! Beautiful restaurant, lovely staff, can’t wait to..."

Whitney Newlove

"Keep seeing this place flow with people either for breakfast or lunch. We have had our breakfast and everything went great. We ordered folded eggs..."

pong pong

"Recommend by one of the colleague and went there yesterday. Had a seasonal grilled fish dish. The fish was cooked to perfection and the skin was..."

Ebrahim Bham

"Best place for coffee and brunch. Love the setting and the..."

Royal Reed

"A solid favourite for many years now. I went back after a long break and wasn't disappointed. Ricotta and asparagus gnocchi were..."

Mary Binney

"Went there for breakfast. The house bread and sour dough was really value for money and so tasty. The peanut butter and conserve was so..."

Serena Yeo

"Came in for breakfast- it’s a very cute restaurant. We were able to walk in and get seating for 2. They are able to accommodate to gluten free..."

Christina L.

"Cleanliness:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Customer service:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Parking:na Food..."

Hayley J

"Service was great, recommend to book beforehand. The lamb was tender and ricotta surprisingly complement the broccoli really well. Would love to dine..."

Sandra Aw

"Nice restaurant near downtown ferry terminal. Dishes are not 100% veg as the name could suggest, but they are rich of fresh ingridients. Beers are..."

Enrico Poli

"Friendly and intimate setting for a beautiful meal. We hosted a 21 person dinner here on a Friday night and the service was outstanding. The staff..."

Andrea Sergeant

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"Ortolana is our new favorite place. Their dishes are no old school. New ideas. New flavor profiles. Refreshing in taste and enjoyment. Love..."

Kevin

"Just lovely all around. The food was full of flavour - I had the potatoes and warehou fish with fried egg and salsa verde. The coffee was smooth and..."

Dalia Gala

"What an amazing find, the food was exceptional, the service was great, the tastes were divine! The ambience is super cool too, we had a beautiful..."

Janie Stone

"Haven't been here in years and it didn't disappoint. In fact, I think it's better than ever. Had the folded eggs on the recommendation of the waiter..."

Nicole S

"Had a vegetarian pasta today. It was so delicious! Liked how mint and peas match well. Staff is super friendly. Also the chef who made my pasta is..."

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"We stopped here for lunch on a Saturday. It was surprisingly quiet. The pastries had been recommended to us however we ended up having pasta dishes..."

Ben Johnston

"Amazing brunch place with huge servings and bigger in taste. Coffee was also exceptional. Staffs are attentive and always around to serve and also to..."

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Orbit 360° Dining

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"The view from here was amazing and the fact that you can just sit at your table and view the whole 360° while having delicious food is great! The..."

Foodaficionado

"You can enjoy fine dining with fantastic panoramic view. I ordered steak, it was tender that it almost melted in my mouth. Staff members were also..."

Kara Lee

"The view is indomitable, romantic atmosphereTasty food and friendly..."

Rex Chen

"I completely love the food that is served there, the plate is hot when it comes out of the kitchen. But I do hate that service is very slow, I had to..."

Kyle Jin

"Great view and place to dine. Loved the dessert. Good staff. Great Ambience . Fish Snapper must..."

Divya Jyoti Saldanha

"Went here with my partner for our anniversary. It was our first time going and we both loved it! The view was obviously incredible and the steak was..."

Sara Khandan

"Brought my family there last week and they really enjoyed the food and the view. Had dinner at 6ish so it was still quite bright and couldn’t see..."

The Poor Foodie

"I love how it rotates definitely the highlight especially if you’re up that high it’s lovely to see the whole surroundings from uptop not only is..."

Lsanalio

"I had a lovely dinner with several friends here on a friday night. Food was near faultless. I had the squid, lightly battered and so soft. For main I..."

Food Adventures With AnnaJ

"Food was delicious we had a big group that evening different meals and all enjoyed, steak was cooked..."

Kjjkagugu

"Was taken here for my birthday. The view of the city is spectacular from here. The restaurant looks very clean & fancy however that’s where it all..."

Evaline Shandil

"Absolutely delicious, very good there, it was a little bit loud there. But the food like almost drowned the noise a bit. Nothing to say, completely..."

Eun Kim

"It’s absolutely fantastic! Big improvement from half a decade ago!Great ambience, and most spectacular view. The food is very cheap at..."

Tony Ma

"I ordered the eye fillet steak garnished with creamy spinach with truffle. The chef cooked the steak spot on medium rare. The marination was just..."

Lmrliu74

"Taste # 5Quantity # 4Price # 4Service # 5Ambiance # 5Anniversary, I had nice and beautiful anniversary dinner with..."

Lovefoodie

"Had a family members birthday lunch here and wasn’t too “ wowed “ by anything here but the view really. When we got here we wandered around for..."

Yana Petrenko

"Great food and great service. I do wish the portions could be bigger but hey it is fine dining - so you get what you get, which is probably the only..."

FoodieBeast

"Had the 3 course meal. I thought the bread was too over priced. Should have been complementary. Food was very delicious and wine selection is vast...."

Louisa Ferry Dayot

"I’ve been here twice already. You need to book ahead to avoid headache. That time i was able to get their 79NZ$/pax promo, & i was happy. The food..."

Samodalteovir

"Absolutely AMAZING! Came here for dinner to celebrate my boyfriends birthday and we had the most phenomenal experience. The food was extremely..."

Healthy.as

"Really lovely evening at Orbit. The view of course was wonderful but the food was also really delicious. A three course meal for $80, I had a sublime..."

Alice Lindsay

"Came here to celebrate my partners 30th Birthday. Arrived half an hour early and was welcomed by the entry staff, and directed to the observation..."

Chris Gorringe

"Great service! $80 3 course meals on a Thursday night isn’t too bad. Started with the fried squid which was nice, for mains I had the eye fillet..."

Amorita Maharaj

"Love love the food there! The view was amazing and the staff were so friendly. My boyfriend took me there for my birthday and it surely made the..."

Sital Kumar

"The most stunning views in Auckland! Totally worth going for the experience.But as always- food is the most crucial part- and I was a bit..."

Shreeya Jayaraman

"If you come here for view. That's fine. If you want nice food, theb you might be disappoint. Food is average, i rather go sugar club. But their..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Lovely experience for a good birthday date, wished we had the window view as you cant ask or request for same. The food was good no..."

Suraj Asha Barnawal

"We came here for New Years dinner celebration with family. Reservation at Orbit 360 allows you access to the main observation deck and a unique..."

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"Unique in the sense that it's New Zealand's only rotating restaurant. Stunning views of the city 52 floors above ground, a very romantic dinner for..."

TheMʌverick

"Amazing view and prompt service. Fine dine experience at its best. Complementary visit to the sky deck also adds to the experience. Food is a bit..."

Dipesh

"We went to Orbit 360 Dining during July 2018 and despite giving a few (or a few more than a few) five stars out, this is the only restaurant I would..."

Ati

"Dined here on hubs birthday evening. Orbit 360 is truly an experience, worth having ones. Friendly staff and great food. Rotating ground and romantic..."

Annette S Chirayil

"Food is AMAZING. The scenery was absolutely beautiful, Picture doesn't do any justice (could wait to start eating!) would come back for sure..."

Chelsea

"The scallop and vension taste pretty good. The only thing I don’t like is the fish :(( i always order the scallops and vension. 😊 also the view..."

Georgina Wang

"My friends and I have booked here for a farewell party. The setting was beautiful and luxurious, overlooking Auckland City and the Bridge. Food was..."

Alexis D.

"Wonderful views with delicious food! The service was perfect and the price is affordable. Must go place at Auckland! Such a good experience. High..."

NW

"Came here for my birthday the other month - the food was incredible. The meat was extremely tender and the flavour was astounding. Have been here..."

Sarah Grey

"The views here are obviously outstanding; however the vegan gnocchi main leaves something to be desired. However I’m really happy that they were..."

Vegan Eats AKL

"Visited Orbit for dinner date with my hubby on occasion of my birthday and was worth visiting.We had Seared highland venison served with baby..."

Purnima C Nair

"First time dining at orbit 360. Spectacular views especially at night with friendly staff. Good ambience. Servings may look small, but food is..."

Maesian

"Came in for a prebirthday celebration with my friend today for lunch. Atmosphere was amazing. The floor was orbiting and view was incredible. Dining..."

Rosanne Choy

"Great food, great service, good selection of wine. Seemed like the head waitress/manager wasnt keen on being at work that night but otherwise overall..."

Fai Fairoa

"Amazingly friendly staff, the service was great and absolutely incredible food. Food came out fast each course and was beautifully presented...."

Alex Kay

"Wonderful unique restaurant with its rotating 360 degree floor. Amazing views! And So was the food. Especially loved the fresh tuna tartare entree...."

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"Had a great lunch today at Orbit, haven’t been here for awhile and I have chosen the right day to come as the weather was perfect. Great views..."

Brandon Li

"I have been to this restaurant twice, and I have to say the views are amazing! The food, not so good.. Its well presented, tastes great. But the..."

Angelique Henry

"I was a bit skeptical about trying the food here because from experience, view restaurants tend to not have great food and are all about the..."

Wapatino

"Went here for my birthday dinner. We had the three-course dinner for $80+ and I must say it is definitely worth the money. Service was very friendly..."

Yashie L

"Good place for food and celebration.Wonderful food with a stunning view in a sunny weekend. Service is good and the food is yummy. Have a great..."

WoodyPenny

"Absolutely delicious food! Lovely service, and amazing views dessert took a wee while to arrive as it was very busy! But they were very apologetic..."

Marly Keet

"Went for lunch, all three courses were delicious and well presented! And of course the views were great. Portions are not huge so best to have more..."

Alicia

"Was great high tea with awesome view :) not crowded so could take a good rest in there. if there is a latte art on my coffee, would be more great!..."

Alice In New Zealand

"What an amazing experience! Form the entreés to the desserts, everything was top shelf.And I reckon there's nothing to say about the..."

João Plácido

"Food was good quality - portion sizes slightly bigger than what you would usually expect from a fine dining restaurant. We complained about the dark..."

Mona Pamplona

"Came here for my birthday a while back - service is super nice and the view is amazing!! We had a three course special for $70. The food was pretty..."

Angela

"Amazing view, service was okay, food tasted average, we had lunch here, the experience worth the price we paid. Highly recommended if you have a..."

Flay Loo

"We had our lunch there to celebrate birthday. Though the occasion was mentioned on the booking form as requested, no special treat received (then why..."

Grace

"Have been here a lot food is alright above average but wouldn't give it a premium rating apart from the vanilla parfait with lychee sorbet they had a..."

Chris L

"We had high tea at Orbit over Easter for a nice family get together enjoying a selection of savoury and sweet treats. The savoury bites included mini..."

Annie Ren

"Had Cambridge Duck Breast and Manawatu Eye Fillet.Pros: Really nice rotating views of Auckland, really good food, mostly very attentive..."

David Wright

"We had dinner here and the views were just spectacular...lucky it did not rain that night. The food was good and the service was great as well...."

Marie Bacero

"a great dining experience! such a great view overlooking the city. enjoyed the mealls a lot; mushroom and spinach gnocchi with added chicken breast..."

Becstasy

"The Orbit is a beautiful place and something for everyone to experience, especially with the view. I came here for my birthday and so we were..."

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"Um... it’s a not brainer for anyone visiting sky tower that you would come up for a meal to Orbit 360 as part of that visit. The very fact that it..."

Espy Eats

"If you want to enjoy a great view of Auckland, then I suggest you pick a sunny day with little or no cloud and get there just before sunset. The..."

Eric Anderson

"Lunch on a Sunday in November and the views spectacular. I enjoyed the atmosphere, place had a calming ambience about it. Seated promptly..."

ChoMpR

"Came here for dinner, got the three course meal. We had the scallops and pork belly for our entrées and lamb for our mains. Our desserts were black..."

Desiree

"Food is alright, view is stunning but the highlight were the cocktails so DELICIOUS that the food does not not matter lol Staff are great and..."

Johan Kauhega Milika Taumalolo

"Orbit restaurant is definitely worth going for the view and atmosphere. It is unique experience and when you are lucky enough, you may sit next to..."

Jamelika 22

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

Mon.

"Well worth it! Definitely will come back! Lovely food & great, friendly service! We had a bread starter & fish of the day (Snapper) & Chicken Breast..."

Michael Smith

"The view and the food were great. Definitely worth it. Went here with my family to show them around the Sky Tower and have an experience of the..."

Marggie Pascua

"Came here for my partner birthday celebration. Upon reaching, we were greeted by the friendly host and assigned a waitress whom never fail to deliver..."

Adventure Foodie

"This is a great place to have Dinner and see the views of Auckland harbour and city, Family friendly , Price is reasonable for the location..."

Jasmine

"Came here for dessert. If you don't want to pay $30 just to go up sky tower, book here for dessert and get up the top for the equivalent of the..."

Jamez Hill III

"Came here for the high tea and Sky Tower package and it's well worth it if you're showing someone the sky tower for the first time.Ambience..."

Jeffie

"360 ORBIT DINNINGTHE FOODOLOGIST RATING:-Food:- 4.9/5 (Well Presented, Fresh Ingredients, Well Cooked ,Limited Menu Even Though..."

Saahil Cherieth

"Cannot ask for more. For me everything was sooo good. Today was my second time to have lunch there, every meal is yum and the service always..."

Veronica Dharma

"Dining at Orbit 360 is a MUST!!The staff are lovely and the waitresses are very pleasant easy to build rapport with and greeting you with..."

Emma Tippins Fanueli

"What a view! Kind of expected but still breathtaking. The food lives up to expectation as well, and surprisingly not overpriced at all. Had the tiger..."

Chris

"Came here for high tea a while ago. You're really coming for the view and the spot, but as expected the food was very tasty. The savouries..."

AucklandEater

"Incredible views of the city. Perfect for any tourist looking for a great snap! We went for the brunch menu as we were on a budget but..."

Dessertislife

"It doesn't really matter the food to be honest! People go there to rock it off their list of things to do in Auckland and for the view which I think..."

Rena Holstein

"We decided to have lunch at Orbit on saturday afternoon and opted for the express menu ($55per person) and you can choose whether you want an..."

Blackpearl

"Had a really great experience for the first time at Orbit recently in Auckland. We had the three course meal for $75 per person and thought it was..."

Sharon Harvey

"Dinner at Orbit.Hand fed chicken. Well cooked. Croquettes nice touch and the broccoli El denteordered a side of roast potatoes.small..."

Mike G.

"I had friends over from Australia who suggested we visited Orbit 360° for dinner in a Friday night. We had not planned ahead so was pleasantly..."

Mark Richards

"75$ per person for dinner, including 3 courses l. View was amazing, and the service was very good. 2 my friends and I came late 20 minutes after our..."

Fahmi Muhammad

"Came here for my birthday with my wife. Got greeted by friendly staff. The atmosphere is great ofcourse, giving a complete 360°view of the cbd. Food..."

Nabeel Deen

"Awesome meal. The views are fantastic and the food, wine and service definitely equal this once you are seated at the table. The reception..."

Sandi

"Went here and did enjoy it. Got the set menu organised with nice options to choose from. The resto is revolving overlook Auckland. Nice experience..."

Edi NT

"Come all the way to New Zealand and not dine at the Sky City? Another tick in the bucket list, dinner at Orbit 360°, it was a Sky touching..."

Colonel Jude Mayne

"The $75 three course option is really good value. I had the trio of duck entree which was nice with different flavours. Then the duck for a main..."

Cherie

"Every time I come here it's always been good been coming here since I was a kid with my parents. They also have set menus for a cheap price for lunch..."

Annie Wilson

"As u would expect , good food . Not the best of the flavours but the views and the whole experience makes up for it . Price is reasonable..."

Leo Dilshan

"Lovely place to dine, I mean who wouldn't want to sit up in the tallest tower in the Southern Hemisphere and a floor that rotates around while your..."

Kylie Graham

"I really enjoyed my experience here. The meals my friends and I ordered were delicious and cooked to perfection. The waiters had no issues locating..."

Miura Elikana

"What a fantastic experience...great food , great service and the 360 degree view was absolutely remarkable. One of our most memorable experiences in..."

Nick The Greek

"Have dined here many times, and service & food is consistently good. We tried a range of dishes & all were good. Stand outs were the pork & tuna..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"I came here for a work dinner with a group of 6. The service was excellent. This is a place you have to go for the view and atmosphere, it was..."

Shell

"Been here three timesGood food, but not impressive actuallyService 5.0 ratedIt seems like any city has a 360' dinning...."

Rachel Shen

"Service was super fast but not particularly friendly. Our waiter was better than the front desk crew who took our money stone faced and didn't..."

Cardyff Hill

"Delicious food plus a very good view from the top. A bit pricey but all worth it! You need to spend $40 each to get a reservation. Make sure to book..."

Lovelea Ho Suarez

"We were on a holiday in New Zealand and we happened to stay at the SkyCity hotel. We made our reservations much before probably while making our..."

Arjun Narayanan

"This is kind of a must do thing if you live or have something visiting from overseas and want to take them somewhere special for dinner. Being in the..."

Jessica

"Came here for a birthday. Got seated by the window. Restaurant slowly rotates giving you a 360 view of Auckland. Dining comes with a 30 minute..."

I_like_pickles

"The view from this restaurant certainly is the best you could get in auckland. The food is also quite good which is a pleasant surprise considering..."

Emma Patricia Katili

"What a cool experience - a rotating 360 degree restaurant at the top of Auckland's Sky tower; there really is no better place to eat. Really enjoyed..."

Caroline Barrett

"Amazing view and great food. Tried the $75 set menu and it was worth it. I had the pork belly for entrée and it was melt-in-your-mouth tender..."

R J Y

"Good views of night of Auckland , it is a good experience, food was average, may be starting to expectations for it was quite high, lead to a bit..."

Big Rabbit

"What a treat! Came here for my birthday and ordered the 3 course special for $75. For entree I had the ravioli lunch, which i highly, highly..."

Angela W

"Going to Orbit is definitely more of an experience than anything. We came here last Sunday for lunch and opted for the express menu which offer a..."

Rebecca

"I have a group of girlfriends from uni and we catch up every 3 months or so, usually over high tea. It's a great routine and we try different ones..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Tried their Auckland Restaurant month menu which offers 2 course for $ 40.000 only. Oyster and scallop was very fresh and tasty. Service was very..."

Michelle Hwang

"Great views of Auckland! Came here for my graduation dinner. Found the place very family friendly. Suitable for a big group including very small..."

R-Dee Roche

"What an absolute treat! This is the ultimate celebratory establishment. The view is absolutely everything, apart from the Sugar Club - there is no..."

Monique Porteous

"ORDERED the set menu at $75. I'm not adventurous when it comes to food and I'm easy to please, so my reviews are usually ok as I base my reviews on..."

YaMarnis

"Dined here with my family for a special occasion and we were very impressed. We each ended up ordering all three courses which turned out to be a..."

Emma W

"View is obviously amazing. Got the $55 main and dessert deal which I thought was reasonable considering you get a ticket up the skytower included in..."

AJ

"Got a booking on the sane day we went which was great! View was amazing on a clear night. We ordered the (entree) pork belly- as main and market fish..."

Tet

"This place is all about the view - it's a beautiful place to spend the evening.The food is good, wine list is good and very well priced, service..."

Yorkshire Pudding

"A meal here is always a night to remember. The food might only be rated "good" but the staff are friendly and the view is everything. Another..."

David Butcher

"Amazing experience. Went with my partner as a date and he sure enjoyed it, fine dining and good drinks. Quite pricey but worth it for a special..."

Kayla McMinn

"Been here twice both times were perfectI ordered seared Salmons for entrée, beef eye fillet for main and egg nog desert it was recommended by..."

Sadie Pereiha

"Celebrated Mother's day here today with my whole family. We had the mother's day set menu and ordered Scallops for entree which was really flavorful...."

Joanna Marie Francisco

"What a fantastic experience, breathtaking views and awesome set up. The food is amazing and delicious. A must see. This diner made our visit to New..."

Richard Coetzee

"Orbit is an iconic restaurant in Auckland. The food is pricey but it's definitely worth it to celebrate a special occasion or bring family members..."

Misty

"Our main reason to go here, as always, is the excellent 360° views of the city. We had a couple of overseas visitors with us this time and..."

Sonia

"Fine dining at it's best... The best one in Central Auckland... Revolving 360 degrees restaurant... Stunning view... Great food... The food was a bit..."

Joan Cecille De Guzman-Lomibao

"Very impressed with our visit to 360. We had the expectation that the main attraction would be the view with food coming second. Unfortunately..."

Rowley242

"Went here for a birthday dinner on Monday night - we were seated straight away at a great table and were able to order soon after.The wait staff..."

Natasha

"A venue perfect for romantic dinner, this rotating restaurant offers u a 365 degree view of Auckland. Food was amazing, service were impeccable! We..."

Vicki Guo

"The steak was nice. I guess the prices reflect the setting you're in more than the Food itself. If you're keen to spoil yourself and have a reason to..."

Sheiar Al Osachi

"If you're looking for a stellar view with a pleasant dining experience then 360 is perfect. You get free entry to the observation and sky decks..."

Phee Nicks

"We went for my 40th in Sept 2015 and ordered for 3 course meals. My entrée was the seared tuna which was delicious as much as top notch..."

Vera Hermawan

"Dined at the Orbit with friends. The hosts were exceptional and the service in the restaurant was faultless. The food was very tasty and the creme..."

Ashlee

"We dined here on Wednesday lunchtime for my gran's 80th birthday. $49 for 2 courses is a great deal! We all chose to have an entree and a main rather..."

Miss Kiki

"Very good service and fresh food. Amazing plating skills and very caring and friendly staff. Fish was unique and saute prawns ..yum. Will go back..."

Mark Mclaren

"Lunch at Orbit for New Years Eve. What an experience: the food was equal to the 360 degree views of Auckland; service by Miss J was welcoming and..."

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"Beautiful service, food and view!!! For an islander family, we were pretty skeptical when it came to our portioned sized meals but boy do they fill..."

Liaxo

"We came here for dinner with a group of 7.... Beautiful day so the view is spectacular as you would expect... Service was good and food came out..."

Donna&Shane

"We had a lovely time here. The service was great and the food was nice. The view was spectacular!!! It was a clear evening when we were there and to..."

Dee

"I came here in a group of 8 for a celebration. We used the 3 course dinner deal which I think offers fantastic value! I had pork belly for entree,..."

Tarina

"The absolute best dinner experience. The lamb, chicken and duck were juicy and delicious. Presentation was spot on as was the view. Would highly..."

Jasmine Sandhu

"I dined here on my birthday earlier this month and loved it!Our booking was made online a week in advance as we find that weekends are..."

Where.iate

"The view is beautiful , the foods pretty but tastewise I didnt enjoy the main or entree Desserts were very good though . The service is just above..."

Kaaaaaailah

"I came here for my 21st birthday. I thought the layout of the resturant was so great but because i get quite dizzy easily just looking at the floor..."

Mana Katsukawa Otimi

"Dinner with a view! Excellent way to fit in the Sky tower viewing with a meal. Menu offered about 6 choices for mains. Service so fast that the meal..."

Emily Devine

"I’ve been up the Sky Tower a number of times before to see the amazing views of Auckland City. On Sunday, I didn’t go up to bungee jump off, I..."

Miss Charlotte Cake

"I really wanted to include some Hotel high tea’s to get some good variety going, so the Stamford was our first hotel choice for a review. Upon..."

Miss Charlotte Cake

"Meh alright. Parents wanted to see what the fuss was about. Booked and went up 30 minutes before. The whole $40 per person rule makes..."

Michelle Huynh

"Our restaurant reservation gave us access to two other observation levels which we thought was good value. We were warned of minimum spend..."

Thirdwill

"Food just fine here, but mostly people here for the view, right? Cleverdon oysters and tuna is on the special menu as restaurant month in Auckland...."

William Chiu

"I came here for the high tea on a Saturday afternoon, where I was blessed with a beautiful day in winter! They allow you to go up to th sky tower..."

Hungry Hippo

"Dining on the 52nd floor sure is something. Food was fine and all but you really are paying for the view aren't you. The eye fillet was a bit tough..."

Lisa

"I went to Orbit last night for dinner with a friend. The food was great. I had the lamb rack and it was perfectly cooked, served with a wonderful..."

Jordan Jennings

"We have been here once only. Although the price is quite on the extreme end the view and the experience is what you are actually paying for. The food..."

Gopala Lucken

"A while back, we came here to celebrate my 21st birthday. We thought this place would be perfectly appropriate for a sophisticated/special dinner and..."

Mat

"I rate 5 out of 5 for amazing view which is the only thing that will take me there again! I've been there for dinner. The food taste was average and..."

Hoori

"Went there on my birthday, me and my boyfie had pork belly as the entree.. rabbit leg confit as the main course for me and beef brisket for boyfie!..."

Angelina Stefani

"Vegetarian high teaOrbit Lamb burger swapped with pesto and capsicum sandwich and salmon swapped with a fruit salad and plain salad...."

Amy Hola

"I’ve been up the Sky Tower a number of times before to see the amazing views of Auckland City. On Sunday, I didn’t go up to bungee jump off, I..."

Miss Charlotte Cake

"Service: 8/10Food: 6/10*Cleanliness: 7/10Value for money: 7/10Overall: 7/10The food were really average for the price..."

Jack Trav.

"A really nice place for some classy high tea with the girls. Nice food with a 360 degrees of Auckland view was a great experience. We had a range of..."

Tian Tian Zhang

"The back story : Towering above Auckland city at 328m, the Skytower is hard to miss. An iconic building located in the city centre, this popular..."

A Culinary Affair

"If I could, I would rate this restaurant 5.5. It has great service and the best food. My lunch companion had the salmon and I had the steak. I tried..."

M.K.

"This is definitely one of the best view place in town! Located in level 52 of Sky City. The food overall are good but the proportion is a bit small...."

Julia Nguyen

" get good service here and i love its simplicity of menu.sucks how im afraid of heights tho thats probrably the reason why i hardly ever come..."

LASARA

"Food was served quickly which is rather pleasant. Food is well cooked but is what you would expect! The desserts are delicious. Try to request a..."

Elle

"The place is so amazing. Food is high class. The waiters were friendly. Everything was right for our first anniversary last 2012. Highly..."

Princess Norain Luzon-Marcial

"Dined here last night as part of a party of ten. Service was amazing, waiter was friendly and attentive, even picked up that there was a birthday at..."

Sarah S

"Orbit offers a great value for money High Tea from 2.30 to 4.30pm. Forty dollars includes a trip up to the 52nd floor and three tiers of delectable..."

EatsByZee

"It was my friend's birthday and we celebrated it at orbit 360 dining. There's no doubt that the environment was perfect. But frankly speaking, the..."

Shirley Yu

"I've been to Orbit twice and have throughly enjoyed both occasions. I would recommend going in the daytime if possible because of the stunning views...."

Lee V

"?Rocket your way to Orbit for a 360° experience.Being a student (again) means I have a whole new appreciation for the finer..."

Cheesyweesy

"We had the the lamb & it was to die for! Great service, very helpful & friendly, amazing food & the view obviously amazing. Love this place, well..."

Sarah Thomas

"The view was definitely the best part of the dining experience.. The service was fine but not amazing. The food was okay but not as good as I was..."

Kala Maria

"Such an amazing place dined here last night and had a great experience. The view is obviously one of a kind and we realised it takes an hour to..."

Brooke Prasad

"My husband and I are from the UK and visited here for our 5 year anniversary. The view was magical and the food faultless. The only reason this isn't..."

Cazza Holland

"This review is mainly for the view. Came here on my best friends birthday, but the food aint that great, but the atmosphere in the restaurant is just..."

Snedden Dcosta

"My husband took me to this lovely place and I loved it. It's almost like a scene out of a romantic movie...it's no wonder lots of people get engaged..."

Kershia

"This is a fine dining restaurant, however I don't feel I was charged for one. For such a beautiful restaurant with incredibly professional service, I..."

Paige Eriwata

"This place made us go wow. The view ... the meals ... it was worth the waiting time. I would have enjoyed my visit here but if it weren't for the..."

Miss Terry Foodie

"Chose Orbit for dinner on my one year wedding anniversary. Right from the beginning, the service was perfect, we didn't have to ask or check on..."

Benji Ryken

"Went here with a group of 13 people for dinner just before Xmas and I have to say that the table seating was quite tight and close to each other, in..."

Jackiieboii.wang.jw

"We went here the other night, and everyone enjoyed what they ordered,including the children with the children's menu, which includes 3 x courses...."

S B

"Accompanied with a great view, Orbit high tea is probably one of the best in Auckland. Their high tea even surpasses their menu offered for dinner...."

Rachel

"Love it! Its totally worth it! The lamb is really good and i love the polenta cake! The dessert is pretty good... Overall, one of my best dining..."

Michelle

"We enjoyed a 3 course meal the presentation was very nice the staff were very attentive however i was a little put off with the food i had salmon on..."

Genevieve Van Eden

"Best view in auckland no doubt!! Service was great, food was great but portion size so small so therefore ended up being quite expensive because I..."

Amber

"I had the four pepper calamari which was outstanding. Patric Turnock had the pesto gnocchi which was nicely flavoured. The gnocchi to me was a bit..."

Lex Antony Huang

"Amazing experience.. super fast service (alittle quick between meals) plus amazing views!.. otherwise alittle pricey..food wasnt amazing - below..."

Holly D-T

"Amazing eye fillet steak. You can't beat the view either. Nothing bad to say about the experience, it's just amazing. Wouldn't recommend if you get..."

Joshua Allan-Sloper

"Great food,professional service. Slightly expensive. The view is great whilst enjoying your meal. Overall, with the exception of the pricing the..."

Isaac Dewstow

"Had my birthday date in orbit. The view is awesome and breath taking. Food was nice. I ordered the fish with potato mash. Right amount, creamy taste...."

Perlie Hu

"I can't remember my main. My entree was a goats cheese pastry..pretty full on. The restaurant itself is worth the experience but id say your paying..."

Jazz Wilson

"Me & my partner went to Skycity Hotel for our 6 year anniversary & dinner at the Orbit come with the package that we got. We could either spend up to..."

Marina Harding

"I went to Orbit Revolving Restaurant last year for a family dinner (five of us in total). I was lucky enough to have won a voucher which basically..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"We went for high tea on Mother's Day. The food was delicious and beautifully presented but there was no choice about what you got. Obviously the view..."

Rozanne D

"Definitely a must with guests from overseas. Start at the Sky deck 220m over the ground with breathtaking views just before sunset. Then dine while..."

Peter Mathis

"It's my 3rd visit because it has the most spectacular view and great food with reasonable price! We had lunch there to see the view and it was great...."

Shannon

"We dined for brunch in a group of six over labour weekend. The weather was amazing and the views fantastic. The waiter was attentive and very..."

Helen Gyde

"The food was excellent and the atmosphere was great. My seafood dish was superb, yum yum...I highly recommend this restaurant and will be..."

Christian Chambers

"been here once before and i have to say this restaurant is nothing short of excellent because everything was just right, the food, the staff and the..."

Charlie

"The food are just above average, not that great for the price we paid, but the atmosphere is the best, we went there in the evening time, great view,..."

Yvonne Choo

"Spending a weekend afternoon having luncheon in a revolving restaurant high above the finest cosmopolitan vistas in the country, seemed not a bad..."

EarnesTaster

"Visited Auckland last week. Had dinner here. The view and service are superb. The price is a bit expensive for the food. Anyway it is a good..."

Kristin Lee

"Amazing three course meal 'great service and beautiful menu very reasonable price ' views were stunning highly..."

Pauline Kennedy

"Been here 4 or 5 times now for dinner, we keep returning for the views as it really is one in a million. Each time we come the food is always great..."

Tania Lee

"high tea up high - the 3 of us had too much good food on offer, and too many good views spinning around - we left on a high! a very happy..."

Mistler

"I went to orbit on Saturday 18th this month.I was impressed with the service, our waiter always had a smile on his face, greeted us quickly and..."

Mario Shellier

"I went to Orbit a couple of years back, and it was really impressive, the fact that you can eat, look at the scenery and it changes next time you..."

Curtis Chan

"I dined in orbit last night with a friend, the View was fantastic and others are right in saying that they no longer rely on just the view. The food..."

Jake

"A unique experience. The atmosphere and view are thrilling, the food was top-notch and our waiter was very helpful in matching our wine with our..."

Darian McChompski

"On reading some of the reviews left on here we were a little hesitant on going but glad we did! Sure shows how different peoples opinions can..."

Grant

"$40 lunchh set menu was great, service to match and veiws to die for!! what a great place to dine...."

Isaac Valach

"Myself and my partner dined here last night for our two year anniversary. We had the 4 course option as it was a special occasion. $79 p/person was..."

Jess Swingler

"We had brunch here on a Saturday and the service and views were excellent. I ordered the 3 course set menu, and to begin with was served with danish..."

L L

"I recently went to Orbit for their High Tea to celebrate my daughters birthday. The food was outstanding and we thought represented good value for..."

Diane Bicker

"Last Friday I went to Orbit with a group of 5 and the food was fantastic. I ordered the steak with hollandaise sauce and it was cooked perfectly for..."

Roz8

"I and 5 friends went to Orbit few months ago and everyone was impressed. The food and the atmosphere were fantastic. Their waiters and waitresses..."

Paul Nash

"Pricey, yes, but what else would you expect from the most prominent landmark in Auckland? Views, obviously insane! The food was incredible...."

Pauline Napole

"Lovely food, very helpful staff and a beautiful..."

Todd

"Very nice restaurant, great location and views, good service and good food. Not bad value for money all things..."

Ian

"Went last night as a suprise.And it was Fantastic.I had the rare beef carpacio and my partner had the eye fillet.Sides were..."

Sarah

"The first time I came to Orbit was for my daughters 13th birthday in 2003 - the staff were great and the chef was very accomodating with the kids..."

Anna

"Well this one is a crowd pleaser. From uncle bill who complains that there is never enough food on his plate, to those who just like something a bit..."

Timothy Maifeleni

"I'd also recommend going to the Orbit in the middle summer so you can have dinner during dusk and watch the city turn to night. It's just an awesome..."

Karuna Govind

"Have visited the orbit several times over the last 4 years and have always had good meals there. Basically if you are visiting this restaurant you..."

Nick Sambrook

"360 degree view of Auckland City while you eat. What more do you need as a tourist to the city?The meal is pricy but it is worth it. With a..."

Onkar

"Great experience, food was tasty and presented very beautifully. Price is in the high side, but the experience is unique and satisfying. Dinner time..."

Bo

"On my Birthday this year the BF surprised me with a dinner reservation up the top of the Sky Tower in the revolving restaurant. I'm not usually one..."

Amanda @ Move Love Eat

"Me and my friends decided to visit this revolving restaurant last week, as we had heard a lot about the awesome views it offers of the Auckland city...."

Kshitij Garg

"There is no doubt that this restaurant is the best in Auckland if you're looking for amazing views. However, although it has great view it lacks in..."

Dog Eats World

Tony's Steak & Seafood Restaurant & Bar

87/100 (4512 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I love it here its so relaxing people here are really friendly.. awesome..."

Bennii Tumarae

"Extremely friendly service even when full house. Very busy I think due to media saying they are closing down soon. Had to try it out myself. I..."

Tony Ma

"A original steak house that opened many years, still maintained very well. Clean and hygiene environment, super friendly service, steak Taste nice,..."

LuNa The TuNa

"My partner and I stumbled upon Tony's recently when we were wandering around the city, looking for somewhere to stop for lunch, and woah were we..."

Anabelle

"Stopped by here just before a show at the Civic. Have always walked past here and finally got a chance to give it a shot. Ordered the Scotch..."

Amindha Fernando

"Came in for lunch and dessert today. Tried the scotch fillet, lamb rank and dolce vita dessert. Used the niesh app to get a student deal for a $10..."

Rosanne Choy

"We got the Tony's Original Steak and Fillet Mignon as well as deep-fried calamari. Loved how each steak comes with two sides of choice. The steak..."

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"It's said that this restaurant has opened for half a century already. One of the oldest restaurants in Auckland. So I have to give it a shot. I..."

Pig Cat

"Great food and excellent service. I tried the seafood steak and the crispy skin salmon with citrus hollandaise is an excellent choice. The..."

Sunil Nataraj

"The interior of the restaurant could be alittle dark for some people but is very clean. Has the retro look. Food is good. We had steak, love the..."

Brandon Li

"perfect is the word to describe this restaurant so happy :0 i love the food it is soooo deliciousit is a definite go to after the..."

Izaak Church

"I went a few days ago with a friend and it was very lovely. The atmosphere is quiet and really nice. The waiters and staff were so nice and friendly..."

Sing4grace

"Really love this place! The enviro is nice and service is friendly. Ordered the Beef and Seafood(sorry, forgot the name of these two dishes, my bad..."

TLY

"It's been a while since I last visited Tony's so I was surprised when they didn't have their $10 lunch deals when I went last Thursday. Although..."

Lala

"Tony’s is your classic family steak house. The staff are friendly and polite. The 70’s (?) old style English Pub aesthetic with the booths are..."

Drew Deakin

"I love this place so much. The staff is awesome and they lunch deals are fantastic. So convenient being right in the middle of town too. I love..."

Katyanne Hall

"What an amazing place! One of the best well-done steaks I have had. Pepper Steak and Calamari rings along with some red wine was the best decision...."

Sehaj Mehra

"Very friendly staffs are warmly welcoming us. $1 oysters are a little bit skinny but worth them. The seafood chowder was amazing. Excellent..."

Pukeko

"Had the most delicious carpetbag steak which was eye fillet stuffed with oysters plus a couple of sauteed oysters on top of the meat. Cooked to..."

Penny Harrison

"Enjoyed Tony’s Service was really good, we didn’t wait long for our food. Pacific steak was real delicious especially with the filling..."

Gwen Tai

"$1 Oysters OMG with Great beer and Great service. I can eat and drink here night. Oysters are fresh served on a plate of salad. Oyster and great beer..."

Steven Le

"Was able to get a late booking for a group of 15 - excellent service and food was on point. Recommend to those who are looking for a hearty and..."

Mia U

"I went to Tony's alone as I craved for steak during the weekends. The customer service is superb from the time you stepped onto the door. Oriented me..."

Carlo Manio

"Good service. We ordered steak, seafood platter and a pasta. The pasta is a bit dry. Highly recommend the steak, it was juicy and tender. Highly..."

A Foodie

"This place has ample seating inside, it has a nice traditional bar setting. Staff extremely friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious, I..."

Miura Elikana

"This is the second time I've been to Tony's and the restaurant is exceptional.The restaurant is large and busy but waiting times are as..."

Johnson Lo

"$10 deal for steak - a solid 10/10Came in with Niesh app special deal ($10 for ordering anything on lunch menu)I ordered petite eye fillet..."

The Poor Foodie

"My friend and I were there for Christmas Eve dinner. Overall, it was a great experience. Nice ambience and friendly staff. The warm lamb salad was..."

Charis Beh

"I really like it here ...you couldn't ask for friendlier staff...tables cleared quickly ..water refilled and service was top notch..We had the $10..."

Kyles

"Pretty good experience. Nice vibes and reasonable fast service. Food was pretty good too - 3 of us got the fillet steak, one got the chicken breast..."

G

"We dined here on a busy Saturday night for my birthday, and certainly were not disappointed. Began the night off with drinks and some starters- we..."

Laura Eats Out

"Had a lovely meal here. Love the cosy booths and feel of the restaurant. Service was lovely and quick.Food was well presented and the..."

I_like_pickles

"great customer service. steak i ordered was medium rare and it was PERFECT just how i like my steak. food was prompt and will definitely recommend..."

FuamatalaRachel Siaosi

"While we came here to eat steak, the wonderful surprise was the crispy calamari. The calamari was PERFECTLY cooked. It was tender and not rubbery at..."

Nico B. Valderrama

"Been here so many times the seafood chowder is amazing , last time i have the best seafood chowder was in Sf usa . The steak is remarkable. The best..."

Stephanie Magbag

"We went for dinner at Saturday night but couldn't get space as we were 9 in total and it was already full. Went again the other day for lunch...."

Ali Suhail

"I went for a dinner tonight with another person.I bought a first table voucher which gives 50% discount to the whole bill (food..."

Jay

"My wife,my daughter and I decided to have a pre movie dinner here tonight,I am lost for words to describe the excellent experience we had. Our..."

Ralph Jameson

"I just tried their 10 dollar meal,which is steak, chips and salad. it is really good and the place is quite nice. the ambiance and the theme of the..."

Appol Marion Abay

"Great lunch! The ten dollar deals are so good and you're food quality is way more than what you pay for. Very satisfying. I recommend you go for..."

Ysabel Taya Regino

"Came here on the Wednesday $10 Niesh deal, ordered the venison sausage bangers and mash. They have great deals every lunch and the food is lovely...."

Aislinn Yu

"Steak was really good, all it needs is fresh cut chips and a vinaigrette on the salad which would be an easy fix. Service was really friendly and..."

Darwin Chan

"Really friendly staff with cosy atmosphere and great food! Would definitely recommend eating here if you are in the area as they have got some good..."

Patrick Lasham

"Visited this restaurant back in February while on a trip to Auckland. Had purchased a first table coupon so the restaurant was dead during our visit..."

Liam Heath

"Place was great for lunch those 10 dollar deals are top notch. Good value for money. I Like that eye fillet 😍. Good customer service, very..."

Tan.ned

"Once again me and my girlfriend went here once she came back from her trip, as i'm a englishman the establishment to me gave off an english pub on a..."

Kieran Masters

"Amazing steak, so tender and cooked to perfection. I had the fillet minion, medium rare, and it came with a bold herby sauce (generous amount of..."

Kelly

"Amazing food!! Everything was really fresh and full of flavour. Friendly and helpful staff. Don't overlook this place, it's definitely worth a stop...."

Megan Gadget

"Dinner last night prior to the show. When we arrived it was quite empty, by the time we left the place was humming. The meal was nothing short of..."

Dave Koefoed

"Had the $10 Rump steak lunch special today and was very satisfied with the quality I got for $10. I had the steak cooked to medium and the chef..."

Kathryn Zhou

"As a meat and seafood lover this place has totally won me over! Our starter was the seafood chowder of course. Followed by mains - Eye fillet..."

Miss Savy

"I had the $10 lunch fish and chips. Very average meal. The chips were undercooked. But for the price and location it is acceptable for a reasonable..."

Deen Khan

"Such good service and amazing lunch deals !!The beef burger was $10 and this generous portion of delicious mushroom fettuccini was $12We..."

Thegreeats

"Great restaurant - very attentive staff and the host was a sparkle of joy! We went with the First Table discount which gives 50% off. We both ordered..."

Holly D-T

"I had the $10 rump steak for a lunch some time ago. I have to commend the lovely staff who were very friendly and accommodating on my..."

Frank Lin

"Ten of us went to Tony's for a birthday lunch which enabled us to take advantage of their $10 special (e.g a half sized rump steak with chips and..."

Austin

"Always like steakhouses and it's even better if they have special lunch menus. I went with one of their popular dishes the rump. Beef cooked as..."

Benedict Uy

"Tony's has been around for so long, but nothing has changed! The quality of the steak, the atmosphere and the quality of the serving staffs are..."

Cupy Dee

"What a great place to stumble upon. We were booked in for a show and just popped in here first. Glad we did, we were greeted immediately and shown..."

Tina Coles

"Tony's has been serving the most tender, succulent steaks to us for over 40 years! Even the decor is nostalgic with good old fashioned friendly..."

Irish Eyes

"Good choice for a steak in the middle of CBD. Friendly and helpful staff. I was confused between seafood and steak when the staff recommended the..."

Zoheb Gafoor

"Great place for a steak. The pepper steak was delicious and fillet Mignon equally so. The sautéed beans with bacon and onion was inspired! Staff..."

Laurie Ellul

"This place has been around for a long time and still has great service and even better steak. The solid wooden decor is unique in a good way with..."

Lubbly Jubbly

"I love the interior of the place! It's so antique and gives this place character. The service was friendly which made the whole experience better :)..."

Jessica Li

"came here for a birthday dinner on a saturday night still got a table since we went early. for starters we got the bread of the day and oysters, the..."

Betty Diao

"Had their $10 lunch special today. I ordered rump steak and my partner ordered squid ring. They are both $10. I liked the rump steak very much. It..."

Zoe Huang

"Awesome place! I loved everything about it. Steak was cooked perfectly and would recommend it to anyone. Also the service was on point and everyone..."

Luka Zubčić

"Fantastic food, one of my favourite steak houses. Have tried the Fillet Mignon numerous times, fantastic! Great service, English pub set up, parking..."

DarkSister

"Today I visited Tony's for the first time with a friend for lunch and I got very surprised. We both had a $10 steak with chips and salad and..."

Javier Yebenes

"Love the vintage decor of the place. We went on Monday at 5pm, very quiet but that's to be expected. The place is actually huge! I like how the..."

Tian Tian Zhang

"Good deals at Lunch Time. Is a well know steakhouse. They have good space, I have been there at Lunch and Dinner both times we were satisfied with..."

MommyYummy

"went here with my partner recently, my last visit was about 6 years ago! I remember this place having memorable steaks, cooked really well and the..."

Holly Grey

"The stake was big and yum even if we only avail the $10 promo during lunch time. Me and my friends liked the ambiance even if the place is quite..."

Chay P Rosales

"A number of work colleagues pop in here for lunch as it is so close to the office and have recommended the food, so I was looking forward to going...."

LouLou

"Been here twice for dinner, both were superb; the food cooked just right and served accordingly, and the service always friendly. It gets a little..."

Stephanie J

"Exactly what you expect. With a modern English menu bordering pub style presentation, come here if you're craving unpretentiousness, steak and chips..."

Victoria

"Been going to this place quite a lot, mainly because of their winter $10 lunch meals. The service I received everytime i come to this place was..."

Nicole Mae Flores

"Had lunch there today with my family, taking advantage of the limited-time $10 of rump steak and beef burger, as well as the seafood chowder on the..."

Cheapster

"This place wins for its ambiance.I'd go back again just to bask in the wood-based decor and homey, rustic feeling. The food is..."

Jessica Harris

"First time at Tony's and I guarantee I will be there again.There were six of us there and we had an awesome evening. The service and..."

Ria Frost

"Have been here a few times ... When you want a steak and chips then this delivers... Service is very good and the steak has always been enjoyable..."

Donna&Shane

"Had dinner with our two kids in tow, our l 7 year old boy enjoyed a lot as did we.We had 2 of the Tony's Special, Spaghetti Bolognese..."

JaimeC

"Having lunch at this place for the first time. I didn't have much expectation but the food blew my mind, great flavour, good quality ingredients &..."

Andrew Felix Ferdaus

"The best Steak restaurant in all..."

Alberto

"Having dined in Tony's many times throughout the years, our experience at Tony's was enjoyable as usual. The portions are always generous, in fact,..."

Jannyannyanice

"Always excited to try new restaurants. Wasn't disappointed at all. Food was Devine. Great hospitality. Good little drive to get out of home. Would..."

Jordan Murray

"Delicious food and really friendly wait staff. It was really money well spent. The only thing I would complain about is probably the main portions of..."

Deanne Janice Pereira

"We had lunch at "Tony's Original Steak House" this afternoon. The place was old-fashioned, quiet and cozy just like home. The Eye fillet steaks that..."

Ruslan Gariev

"Proper served steak , good spot for dinner date. Love the pepper steak , cracked pepper marinated eye fillet cooked really well served with your..."

Shharukh Issani (Sharkx)

"Had the special $10 lunch. The burger was thick and juicy. So..."

Nisha Patel

"Dined at Tony's with my partner and son, and thoroughly enjoyed the steak which I ordered and my partner had the spare ribs. Absolutely great service..."

Oliver Paul

"Got taken here for a date night with my man. Excellently cooked steak, wonderful service, nice drinks. We got seated in the window which was a bit..."

Tiffany Miller

"By far one of the best value for money places - possibly in the whole world.. great staff great service - have been going there for the last 5 year..."

George

"My favourite place for eye fillet.Since I'm a meat-lover I haven't tried any seafood meal here, but my friend who had it loved it.I always..."

Jennifer

"First time dining at Tonys Restaurant and it was fantastic. Eye fillet cooked to perfection. We were looked after by the waitress and left feeling..."

Laurie Ann Engels

"I like Tony's as a casual dining place - my favourite is the ribs. They're quite saucy and juicy and fall off the bone! Steaks here are pretty good..."

Josie B

"Ribs are nice and staff were..."

Thomas Douglas

"This is my favourite restaurant; they do the best steaks. I can't fault this place. Our family has been many times; before show events at the Civic..."

Kym Vickery

"Great restaurant, great food, great service. I enjoyed my t-bone steak "well done" and my friend also enjoyed her spaghetti.Only downside..."

Hayden Do

"Service was good and the food was great the nachos as entree were massive would def recommend they only problem was a huge group of ridiculously loud..."

Jess

"Very pleasant staff great service. Excellent food quickly delivered. Will definitely be going back when ever going into city to see a show. Would..."

Peter Bridger

"Had dinner at Tony's last night before a show. Wow, was the place buzzing. The scallops I ordered were fab and I've not had a full dozen ever, so..."

C Brown

"Went to Tony's last December for my birthday dinner. The whole experience was excellent. The staff were very helpful and informative. Had a cocktail..."

Bartholomew N Trego

"Went to Tony's before a theatre event and because of the mid-week Auckland traffic only ended up having 30 minutes. Checked with staff before hand..."

Chris

"Without a doubt the best steak I have had in Auckland. Tony's proved to be a great place to take my girlfriend for our one year anniversary. The food..."

Owen Black

"Had a great meal while I was there in Auckland. The staff are all really friendly and helpful and good fun, and the food is amazing!! Try the Pacific..."

Peter

"My wife and I wanted a simple night out and thought we'd give Tony's a go... what a delight. Quite busy even on a Tuesday, the lady who greeted us..."

Alan Gordon

"The lunch is excellent and well-priced.I also really enjoyed the dinner here and the Fillet Bernaise was excellent.I will definately go back.The..."

A221

"Tonys beatifull hospitality and beatiful food thanks tony's for a wonderful..."

Janet

"Spent the night in Auckland @crown plaza hotel. Me & my partner went for a walk to see what we could eat. Didnt have to walk to far to turn up at..."

Charlie

"Had lunch here last week. Excellent customer service and great steak!!I recommend..."

Iam

"This my favourite restaurant in the whole wide world. My hubby & I had our 1st date here :) & we have been dining at Tony's for nearly 10yrs..."

Kathy & Kiri

"Tony's is my favourite! I choose to have my birthday meal there every year (and a few in between). They cook beautiful food, especially the steak!..."

Neka

"Had dinner here a few weeks ago with husband and a friend. Wonderful atmosphere - loved the small rooms as it felt cozy rather than huge. Meals..."

YumNZ

"The food at Tony's steak and seafood restaurant is awesome. Beautiful food and really nice people who work..."

Rangi

"My absolute favorite restaurant! Great food at a reasonable price and the staff are always lovely!!!! Have been here 4-5 times now..."

Shan Hooper

"There's a reason why they can claim to be the best steak in town. The beef is tender even if customers opt to have it cooked well-done, an admirable..."

Christopher Lai

"The seating was a little squashed but that made no difference to such great service and the food was on point. We had a little one with us and he..."

Nina Skipper

"A one great medium rare scotch fillet 💯 beautiful food. Lunch menu is half the price as dinner menu, I ordered from the dinner menu thinking I..."

Shashi Kariyawasam

"Tried our luck without a booking on a busy Tuesday evening- we were lucky! The atmosphere entering the restaurant was bustling yet nostalgic and..."

Antonia McNair

"I really love the vibe here, remain the kind of decoration in the past. A lot to choose in the menu, they have a few selection for lunch set. Love..."

Audrey L

"I recently dined at Tony's, the iconic steakhouse in Auckland CBD, which has been serving patrons for an impressive 60 years. The moment I walked in,..."

Tammy-Jade Collymore

"The service and atmosphere of this restaurant are great. We tried the Tony's original steak and the sticky pork ribs. The steak was prepared exactly..."

R Katels

"Mum and dad raved about the place in the good old days Has not changed a bit of pawn cocktails are massive The steak perfectly cooked But a you must..."

vaughan carey

"Their steak was good but the meat was slightly overdone for us. Their seafood chowder was the best we had in our life. A must order when you are at..."

G Wong

"Came on a Wed for lunch, am glad I did my reservation, they were def busy. I managed to get a booth seat so it was really relaxed and quiet. Noticed..."

Adeline Miao

Sanchun Bamboo House

Wheelchair Accessible

"The food was great and was served fast. We were greeted and seated immediately. I love the family teamwork! I would highly recommend this place...."

Sunny Skies

"This is a great little Korean food store on busy Commerce Street. I always come here with my work buddy and I absolutely love love love the Ginseng..."

Desmond Chan

"I used to live in Korea, so for me it's hard to find Korean places here that are more than just average. A few weeks ago, we were walking down..."

Alice Turnbull

"I love Korean food. Especially spicy pork with Soju and really good Kimchi!This is a good restaurant. Food is good, Kimchi is ok...."

Brizzle

"This restaurant’s korean name is 옛날 밥상 which means dining table in the old days. This restaurant stands out from other korean places in cbd..."

The Poor Foodie

"Very accessible location plus it is owned by a lovely couple. Although a bit pricey compared to other korean restaurant, food they serve are in good..."

Sime Cajot

"Despite being Kiwi, I was born and raised in Asia so it’s always my go to comfort food. Was pretty stoked finding this little gem in the..."

KTibby

"This place is my favourite Korean restaurant the food honestly tastes so delicious and makes me reminiscent of homemade cooking. You can get bbq and..."

LOONA

"Service goes a long way for me. This lovely couple are friendly and welcoming not too overbearing but always helpful and greet you with a smile...."

Foodie

"Convenient location, the owners are lovely and friendly, cosy place, fast service and good food. The vegetable bibimbap and side dishes tasted nice..."

888bing888

"A family owned Korean restaurant on commerce street that’s small but cozy, and convenient for the offices nearby. We came down here for lunch and..."

Jason Zhang

"Absolutely the best spread of Kimchi in the CBD. Literally a mom and pop outfit, the same couple are the only staff we've ever seen there. Great..."

Jamie Blackman

"We had the Ssambap korean rice wrap. Felt like the meat was not as much compared to the big plate of different leaves. But the owner were just the..."

Tenz

"Came here around 12ish and me and my friend was the only table at the store. I ordered a small soft egg tofu soup and it was served quite quickly...."

Shirley Yu

"Im a huge fan of Korean Cuisine and love to try out different resturants in Auckland from time to time. I always end up going for the..."

Summerlee Fataoui Schick

"There is something about the food here that is make you feel like home. There is just an extra element that differentiate the cooking to your..."

You Haang

"We had the Korean family set meal for 2. The side dishes were of good variety and the pancake was flavorsome. It was a filling meal. The restaurant..."

Fifi Fox

"Have been there for many times. Love their soup dishes very much. They offer some special soup dishes what other Korean eateries do not. Service is..."

Michelle Hwang

"Unexpected cosy little Korean restaurant and a cheap eat too. The service here is excellent as the owners are really friendly. Food was..."

ShoRt

"Had an hour to burn before catching a bus, and discovered this place near Customs Street. Was easy to get a seat as a walk-in. They serve..."

Daniel Kinnoch

"Decent place, cheap and a good idea to go and eat here. Located quite close to Queens street, we just came across while walking and thought of trying..."

Nischal Gurung

"A decent choice for Korean cuisine in the CBD - good service, though not a true "Cheap Eat" as advertised. A main here is about $16 each...."

Danny

"Great place, Cosy and lively. The people are friendly, welcoming and English communicating skills on point. The food are really nice. The only down..."

Lilly M. Jane

"One of my all time favourite Korean restaurants in the heart of the CBD. This time we had the kimchi pancake, ddeokbokki in spicy sauce (Korean rice..."

Elena Ching

"Spicy fish roe soup has always been one of my favourite Korean foods. Sanchun’s fish roe soup was good but not top. My wife had a seafood &..."

STRADS

"We ordered spicy squid on rice, spicy chicken on rice, bulgogi beef soup and dumplings to takeaway. The owners of this little place are SO lovely,..."

Shelly

"Small restaurant and a bit pricy. The service was quick. The food taste just ok. Although you can feel it's homecooked meal. Taste might have been..."

Adi Wardoyo

"It's a tiny restaurant with not even 10 tables. However some people say it's quite famous. And the price is relatively higher. We ordered No.16:..."

Zoe Huang

"Good Korean food in the heart of the city. The restaurant is small which may put of large groups. I wouldn't recommend it for 6+ people. The staff..."

HJ

"Brilliant Korean food. Friendly staff, extremely accomodating. Very intimate environment as there's only room for about 10 people. Can never go wrong..."

Josh Law

"The tofu sauce was very rich and flavorful!! And I could tell that the bimbimbap dressing sauce was very original and tasty😍😍 the restaurant is..."

Josie Nguynn

"Love the Bibimbap on Hot Stone. The food here is generally nice but portion for some options can be smaller than..."

Y J Y

"A place that makes us feel very happy. Of course, all the dishes are delicious, but more than that, I am healed by the wonderful smile of the owner..."

Zaly Franky

"Warm and cosy Korean restaurant in the CBD, with a great selection of dishes and lovely owners. Between the two of us, we ordered the chicken and..."

J L

"This is one of the best Korean restaurants in Auckland for me. Very tiny cute restaurant family managed, make me feel in some small village in Korean..."

S “Foodie”

"Love this little, lovely Korean place. Best ginseng chicken soup I've had in Auckland, the soup was so flavourful and the chicken was super soft,..."

Tracy X

"The best spicy beef soup I’ve had! I also asked if they could add some tofu for an extra charge and they did! Was so so delicious! I also really..."

Mel Z

"I used to live in Korea, so for me it's hard to find Korean places here that are more than just average. A few weeks ago, we were walking down..."

Alice Turnbull

"Great cosy place. Good size dishes , quick friendly service , good value. Have been 3 times, going to become..."

Darrin Baggarley

"Delicious meals and friendly service. Everything on the menu looks delicious, can't wait to try each..."

Daemon Zito

"Not the best photo as mid meal but this was so tasty! Had bibimbap and the clear beef soup and were both awesome. Really cute restaurant, feels very..."

Acelin James

"Absolutely phenomenal Korean food. Superb quality. Friendly owners. Welcoming place. Will always eat here when visiting the Auckland..."

Andrew Scotson

"Nice, decent sized portions. Lovely couple running the place. Where's the chilli though? I need the..."

Daniel Palmer

"Tasty Korean, great find! The service was quick and polite, the food was served within 5 mins. (We came at 2.30pm so the restaurant wasn't that..."

Sam Cheng

"I don't normally go to Korean restaurants when I eat out (as I would think it's a waste of money to pay for what I can make at home), but this is one..."

Sophia Kim

"One of my favourite Korean places in town. It's a small, blink and you miss it type of place, but I've been coming here for years. The food tastes of..."

Charmaine

"My favourite Korean restaurant in Auckland. I feel at home country when I eat there. My friends from Europe loved the food here as well. This time we..."

Marie Hwang

"Amazing place! I have been going there for years and have never once had a bad meal! The staff are lovely, the seating is cozy and the food is..."

Kelly Brownlie

Cocoro

Wheelchair Accessible

"I chose to come here with my husband last weekend for my birthday. We were immediately greeted warmly upon arrival and showed to our seats. The..."

Auds

"Absolutely great service and delicious food!..."

Emmaus Courtney

"I have been hankering to get to Cocoro for years now and a 10th wedding anniversary seemed to be an appropriate occasion!! This meal did not..."

Imprzv

"The second time back to Cocoro, I still love their food and amazing customer service! Sashimi platter is definitely their signature IG pose but their..."

Ashley Tran

"My favorite restaurant in Auckland! The price can be more friendly but I still think it’s worth that...."

Ariel

"Thanks guys, an amazing set lunch -..."

Ben

"Absolutely amazing restaurant. The food was delicious and the wine and sake pairings were also great. Possibly the nicest Japanese food I have had..."

L.B.

"Amazing food. Beautifully presented. IMO, one of the best Japanese restaurants in..."

Allan Chin

"This is my third review on @cocoro_restaurant. 🍱A variety of dishes were ordered from their a la carte menu and I’ll be reviewing them one by..."

Pandadrools

"Came here today with my family (inc. my little baby). They graciously allowed for the presence of my wee little one to join us for lunch. I was quite..."

Sheila Putri

"We ordered their degustation menu. The food was delicately presented and each course had a story. The highlight was 10/10 the beef. It was soft and..."

Dxlche

"Lovely meal at Cocoro. We splurged and ordered the Signature Sashimi Platter for the four of us. This was well worth it, great WHOA..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"Beautiful sashimi platter the tuna was super amazing, the wagyu beef were done perfectly. Personally I didn’t like the oyster tempura because it..."

888

"My favorite Japanese restaurant in NZ. Their ingredients are always so fresh. Great variety of sashimi, nigiri and other Japanese dishes. You can..."

Lucy

"That wagyu beef was amazing!!! The spiced banana in tempura batter was actually quite nice and the pairing with the ice cream made it great. Also had..."

#fatlyfe

"Everything is just perfection from the friendly staff, craft cocktails and amazing food. Everything was so tasty! It is perfect for large groups as..."

Jack Elba

"Friendly and professional servers. Great food really. Only complaint is paper serviettes poor quality and chairs weren’t so comfortable. It was the..."

Chris L

"Cocoro has always been a restaurant I wanted to visit as I see amazing photos of the sashimi platter posted on social media from time to time. It is..."

Jenny Da

"Came back for lunch and I was not disappointed. Assorted Sashimi don was amazingly fresh. Steamed eggs with giant Hokkaido scallops. Tasty and..."

"Ambience was relaxed but intimate, food was exceptional. We had the degustation menu which had a nice range of hot and cold dishes and we washed it..."

Gus

"We went there for our wedding anniversary celebration. Beautiful and fresh food, nice presentation. A bit pricy but worth it. Special flavor and..."

LisaH

"Their food were great, very tasty and different combinations which I never tasted before, they are so delicious and beautiful representation. Their..."

Trizie Tran

"I love this place. I dream of eating the food here. If you like Japanese food that is outside the standard fare this is great. Lovely..."

Karen Betsubara

"Got off work at the last minute and needed a nice place to go for the mrs birthday, this place ticked the boxes. They don't require advance booking..."

Jeffie

"Sashimi taste fresh, nice and tender beef sirloin served with rich flavour homemade sauce, also it has a romantic environment such as a nice place..."

Ao Chen

"I love the sashimi, it was amazing! But for two people it is way too much. Good atmosphere, good service. Will come back to try something..."

Anna Lo

"1-2 months lead time for a table in weekends. Outstanding food. Service really good. Amended degustation for one of our guests. We did wine matching..."

Jasmine

"Cocoro is one of the best dining experiences in Auckland.Humble and professional service, incredibly fresh and creative food.Sustainably..."

Angela Kay Street

"I had a very pleasant dining experience here with two others for the chef's 8 course degustation at 6pm on a Friday. The menu is slightly different..."

Lucyeatsakld

"Brought my dad here for his first ever degustation and was glad he enjoyed it very much. I ensured him even though they were small portions of food,..."

ShoRt

"Awesome! Came here for my bday yesterday! Great food, good sake, fab service! We had tempura oysters, and their lunch set with sake pairing...."

MrsSelwyn

"I feel I can't really be too picky with my review as I'm not a huge seafood lover so basing some of my opinions off my other half as he is. We ha the..."

Niamh Slattery

"Took J here for his birthday and ordered the degustation menu. Quite hidden however there is parking all along the street. Walking in, the ambiance..."

C & J

"Came here to celebrate Valentines Day. It was recommended by the waitress that we try the Omotenashi Degustation Menu as it was our first visit. We..."

Priscilla Khang

"Cozy place with amazing food served. Reasonable price and good good service. Definitely the good choice to go if you ever want some Japanese..."

Will

"Had really lovely time here yesterday, me and my partner had Degustation course meal as a dinner. The staff memebers were so kind and informative,..."

Shazza

"Simply the best Japanese fine dining restaurant in Auckland, excellent customer service and great presentation 👍🏼⛩🎎🎏🎉🍾 every meal..."

Cecilia Wu

"Suddenly wanted to try here for the first time this morning. Very surprised to find out that it is not situated on a main road, despite its..."

Maggie H.

"My best friend took me here for my birthday and I just have to say this place does the best Japanese food in auckland. We ordered sushi and sashimi..."

Jenny Son

"I was just gonna pick some place random in Ponsonby for dinner last night. We walked pass Cocoro, thinking "alright~ baby it's you!" They..."

Evelyn Chen

"Visited this restaurant last year for an anniversary. The atmosphere is great and the food is amazing - the staff is very accomodating and adjusted..."

Kaash

"Visited there for lunch on last Saturday. Ordered one $50.00 short course lunch, I chose four courses below.1. Two small welcome dishes -..."

Michelle Hwang

"One of the premier Japanese restaurants in Auckland. The service and food is top notch.I had the pleasure of taking my family here for dinner a..."

Av

"The sashimi here is really fresh and the dessert plating was super pretty (the desserts itself were yummy too 😃). My brother and I picked the $50..."

Melissa

"Cocoro offers authentic but modern Japanese cuisine at a fine dining standard. I dined here a couple months ago and decided to order off the A La..."

TheSecretFoodie

"Having degustation dinner with group of 7, the food is amazing and service is top class. The food nicely cooked and so fresh. The salmon was my..."

Ryan Wong

"Just visited this place and I have to say its a must visit for Japanese cuisine. Fantastic fish selection and style. We had the deguestation and..."

Sarah Allen

"It's good to find a Japanese restaurant that that has its own chef created menu. Loved the different dishes along with the Japanese beers. Would..."

Chumq

"So as our first attempt to review all of the Metro top 50 restaurants (it'll take us a couple of years) we thought we'd head to Cocoro in..."

Kegsy

"amazing place. recommend highly. attentive staff, food very subtle. we had the set lunch and was fabulous. nice..."

Colette Adrian

"Food was excellent and as fresh as possible. The dishes were big enough. The price for a glass of wine is really reasonable. The music could be a few..."

Jr

"We went to Cocoro for a special occasion and had very conflicting experience from the restaurant.Firstly, the food was beautiful. We..."

Cindy Wu

"It's best to book the table before going there, or you can only sit in the long table sharing with others.The dishes are very delicate,..."

Ruth

"My friends and I came to have the set menu, apparently if we wanted to book that was the only menu we can have. The meal was amazing. Top quality..."

Lesley Chen

"Nice set-up, nice environment, friendly staff, fresh ingredients. I loved how the chef has a theme/story for every dish and the staff explained what..."

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"Beyond imagine to describe a true culinary art.Degustation menu at its best.When you think Japanese cuisine and think style contemporary..."

Globalfoodlover

"Cocoro is bliss. We visited on a chilly Friday evening, with a booking for 7pm having specifically requested their vegan degustation menu. This in..."

Ashlee Adams

"If u find Cocoro is located on such a quiet street while it's well known, u will easily know the food is fantastic. friendly staff & Morden..."

Flora

"What a teat to dine inn if you like Japanese cousin. . I love theirs set menu and seafood platter a lot. All food is a state of art really. Must go..."

Katerina

"My boyfriend and I sampled the degustation menu here the other evening for my birthday. We added the chef's sashimi and the sake/wine..."

Charlotte Lewis

"Sashimi galore if you opt for the signature platter. Would recommend to share with more than the suggested two people. The reservation system is a..."

Rachel

"Cocoro strikes (for me) the perfect balance between creativity and not ruining a classic. Many highly rated Japanese restaurants in Auckland are..."

Gentlepig

"Without a doubt 'nz best Japanese restaurant by a country mile.Ok so you may pay more than your average Japanese, but let's face the truth,..."

Michael

"Cocoro has been on my 'must visit' list for quite some time now, and it was almost at the point where the anticipation had transformed into..."

Bri DiMattina

"One of our family favourite Japanese restaurant in Auckland. The restaurant was very high end, romantic set up. They served very authentic..."

Cindy Ong

"Saturday lunchtime and Cocoro was humming, we got one of the last tables. Although busy the food was to the normal very high standard, the lunchtime..."

Tane Nui

"Had high expectations before coming here; had been to a restaurant the chef was prior to here and loved the food. This place serves what I think is..."

FoodiePhysician

"I love Japanese, and this was definitely a great place to have dinner. we had the Omentanshi Degustation dinner. Every dish that came out was like a..."

Vitale Eti

"I love Japanese food & this being a fine dining one appealed to my partner, so we decided to give it a try. Food was pretty good. Tried a few..."

Anita Zahoor

"It's been a while since I'd last been to Cocoro, so I wasn't sure if it would be as good as I remembered. I was glad that I wasn't..."

Rice & Kai

"I was taken here for my birthday. Nice place to go for an intimate dinner. Lovely presented food. Great Japanese food. A bit pricey but was worth..."

Angela Trigg

"Cocoro offers the best Japanese cuisine in Auckland. Have dined here regularly for lunch and dinner since its opening. Its an absolute standout for..."

Marea Graves

"Just had a beautiful lunch at Cocoro. I was extremely impressed with the service, of course their food, but mostly to the attention to detail on each..."

Jemma

"We ate here recently with their $85 degustation menu.The service was EXCELLENT. As good as (or better) that any restaurant I have been to...."

RH

"As much as I love the Tanuki's and Nishiki's of this world, Cocoro is classy, modern and authentic. Shared several dishes from their a la carte menu..."

Charles Pludthura

"I went here for a recent birthday dinner with my husband. We had the degustation. It was simply the best Japanese food I have ever eaten. Everything..."

Wendy Tighe Umbers

"Had dinner there two days ago. Took the menu. Food was really good. Presentation is fantastic. Good value for money. It is definitely worth a try for..."

Herby Segmuller

"Great service ! Great food ! Went there tonight for late Mother's Day dinner, heard about Cocoro a lot lately and wanted to try! and it was..."

Jennifer Huang

"My son took me here for Mothers Day treat. How special did I feel? He knows I don't eat huge amounts and this was perfect. Before arriving he said..."

Julia

"Great flavours, beautifully presented dishes and really novel items are served at this slick restaurant. Nice details too, like giving you a hot..."

NomNomPanda

"had lunch with friends last weekend. lunch menu price was less than we expected. nice menu and presentation, and of course the taste too! service..."

C-force

"Absolutely amazing! Service was fantastic, food and drinks arrived promptly. We had the degustation, with matching wines and sake. I'm new to sake so..."

Rita Cunningham

"I could not recommend this restaurant enough. We headed a long for the Saturday night Omotenashi degustation dinner. It was an amazing food journey..."

David Boshier

"I stumbled upon Cocoro by accident - I walked by and it caught my attention so I talked my friend into having dinner there and we were in for a..."

Peter B.

"Order in advice for the Sashimi and sushi course !! This is our number one choice for fancy dinner out location..."

Henry Chiang

Erxin Shang

"My first visit and the food was stunning. Was lucky to be at a wine tasting for pyramid valley wines and the 2 together were..."

David

"I promised this review a while ago, but lack of any photography kept me from posting it. On the bright side this has given me an excuse to go back..."

Trace

"I must say, their service was truly professional. The atmosphere was wonderfully subtle. The food exceeded my expectations, with each dish being..."

Stace

"An amazing dinner at Cocoro. We felt the food was very fresh and the flavours were carefully executed. Some reviews I have read have mentioned that..."

Anita Chang

"Went here for lunch. We ordered signature sashimi plate and wow, it was amazing selection of fishes, prawns, shells. Their dishes are very delicious...."

Pavel Valenta

"I enjoy my stay here and good food. Would be near 5 if disregarding the price. I like the presentation of the appetiser Flavours: wasabi, smokey,..."

Jordan Balintac

"I have seen a lots of review about this restaurant is not kids friendly on social media, I need to say that's false. We took our 2 year old daughter..."

Alan Cao

"I had the best Japanese food outside of Japan at this restaurant. 10/10 highly..."

Loa Morrissey

"Honestly, this is the most expensive meal we’ve ever had. We enjoyed the meal very much for our special occasion. Very delicious food and nice..."

Seita

"The best Japanese in Auckland. A unique experience and totally worth it. So many things we ate. The stand out to me was scallops, so chuch and creamy..."

frazer bond

"Cocoro is flawless in every aspect! Amazing food, service and atmosphere. This restaurant is recommended if you love Japanese food and seafood. The..."

Dan H

"One of the best Japanese food we have tried in the whole of New Zealand. We came in for lunch and went for the set menu. It had a bit of everything..."

Leander Yohanes

"Went for the deguststion menu. The service was superb and the food on offer had a huge amount of different and unique flavors. Only thing that just..."

Nikola Jaksic

"Probably one of the best if not the best Japanese in Auckland. One of our go to favourite restaurants. All of the dishes are fresh and beautifully..."

Ranga S

"Subtle and thoughtful fine dining with a Japanese twist - well worth a visit. The degustation is terrific, with each dish highlighting a different..."

Andrew Johnson (AJ)

"Delectable, fresh and unique dishes. The best Japanese weve had since we were in..."

Roger Ramjet

Farina

86/100 (2456 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"A great place to get your authentic Italian fix. Easily the best Duck dish - ‘the duck ravioli’, great wood fired pizzas and amazing deserts. The..."

Vinay Parmar

"I give my reviews on comparison with similar priced restaurants. While this isn't in my top restaurants list, it's an excellent choice in Ponsonby..."

Rao

"Came to Farina for my sister’s birthday dinner and had an amazing experience! The calamari was fantastic, as were this wood fired pizzas and pasta...."

Courtenay

"The guanciale pizza was by far the tastiest out of the three dishes we ordered. I do not recommend the spaghetti alla cetara as we thought it was way..."

Adrianna

"Another great night at Farina. The service was top notch as usual and the food was super tasty. I really enjoyed the cauliflower dish, and thought..."

Greg Potter

"Great service, food came out really fast and was delicious! Only thing was that the arancini could have been a bit hotter but otherwise it was very..."

Madeleine Potter

"Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! Eggplant parmigiana, garlic pizza bread, burrata pizza, boscaiola (perfect for those who aren’t big..."

Rose Thexton

"Best pizza ever. Order the..."

Joseph Malgapo

"From the food to service everythings absolutely amazing. We ordered the mushroom guanciale pizza, clam pasta and crudo with yellow fine tuna. Hands..."

HungryHam

"We ordered the parma pizza and the spaghetti. The pizza came out very fast and was one of the best pizzas I have ever had. The spaghetti was not..."

Jeannette Salim

"They have the best pork belly bun ever 👍 Restaurant is set up is nice and cool. Friendly customer service..."

Marita Huynh

"Some of the best pizza I’ve had in Auckland - reminded me of the pizza in Naples with the sourdough base! The mushroom & truffle was my favourite!..."

Lizzie

"Seeing a few unjustified (bad) reviews for this restaurant, I felt that there’s a need to provide my opinion as a lover for good food as well...."

Hello

"We had a great feed here a couple of weeks ago. A group of 6 of us really enjoy our pizzas and entrees. The service was very friendly and attentive...."

Jason Jost

"Best Italian food I’ve had to date! We started off with the garlic pizza bread and arancini balls, for our mains we had the Margherita pizza and..."

Sueshi

"10/10 - so delicious! Tasted like Italy..."

Kimberley Brown

"Sooooooooo delicious...."

Justmegs

"🍕 Margherita pizza tour location #4: Farina, Ponsonby.We got to make use of our Zomato Gold membership here! We ordered a Margherita..."

Allan Ha

"Service was friendly and attentive. Food was very nice. Highlight was definitely the veal that came with a blue cheese sauce...."

Sorry_vonguenumber

"A real gem of an Italian restaurant in the heart of Ponsonby, if you want authentic Italian pizza, I suggest you pay this place a..."

Gourmet Vegetarians

"Loved dining here! The staff were so accommodating and super helpful with deciding what to order. The pasta was delicious and flavours were amazing...."

Stephanie Qin

"Food was amazing! We shared two pizzas and a pasta, all of which were flavourful. Only downside was that the crust was a little chewy. Staff were..."

Kororaa

"Great food. Loved the Diavola pizza. Sardines in oil with toast was a great starter. Great conversation with the duty manager. Will definitely visit..."

Hungry D

"Great pizzas, probably the best in Auckland! Good service and the food came pretty quickly after we ordered them. The restaurant had great decor..."

Michelle Zhang

"This is a very nice Italian restaurant and we really enjoyed our dining experience here. The services was excellent, all the staff were very..."

Food2belly

"Incredible pizza, options for everyone! Super busy, fun atmosphere! The staff were so friendly and attentive, and the place had a really nice vibe to..."

Adrianna Hannan

"Absolutely incredible food at this Italian restaurant. Farina is consistent with there service and taste, the Margherita pizza is a must, my partner..."

Lily

"Great service, attentive waitstaff and delicious food. The octopus was divine! While we couldn't get a table, waitstaff regularly checked in on us to..."

Limyongqi

"The food was amazing and so was the service. Highly recommend and will definitely be back. Always make a booking though as this place always looks..."

Maria Foy

"The food was amazing, and the staffs were super friendly. Im definitely coming back. I would like to try desserts next time as recommended by staffs...."

Amy Kim

"A nice ambience Italian restaurant with a good selection on the menu , all dishes are nice and ingredients are very fresh , my favourite will have to..."

May Hung

"Visited this place last night, couldn't rate it higher! We ordered the house bread with olive oil, prosciutto & mozarella croquettes, carpaccio with..."

Gian Carlo Pascual

"Great wood fire pizza and very friendly service. We used our zomato gold and got 1+1 on food here and it's really worth it.We enjoyed our dining..."

Hungry Bear🐻

"Staff were really friendly, food and drinks were amazing, why didn’t we try Farina sooner instead of going to all the other overly hyped up Italian..."

I Love Food!

"Great authentic Italian food. The energy of the staff is great and we always feel well looked after. I would recommend Farina to..."

Marc

"Great pizza, great service.We had Burrata pizza.Light dough, balanced flavour.Service was attentive and friendly.Highly..."

Alessandra Ierardi

"Second time at Farina thanks to zomato gold ⭐️ The Woodfire oven pizzas there are amazing, and of course I had to get one with truffle oil 😍..."

Samantha Taveras

"The pizza served here is incredible - the best I have ever had. Now I am not saying I am any sort of pizza connoisseur, however I have had a lot of..."

True Auckland Foodie With A European Flair

"Used Zomato Gold 1+1 on food at Farina and it was super delish! Pizza dough was nice and soft like a naan bread :) Must come back to try their..."

Lia

"We visited this place for lunch today with our 2 years old. The staff serving us was so thoughtful by giving us a seat on the couch area and giving..."

Crystal Chan

"Great venue and buzzing. Squid ink pasta was too salty. Pizza was on point and wonderful to eat. Would go back for the pizza. Great friendly..."

Janice Tay

"Really enjoy my lunch and exprience at Farina. Helpful staff and wonderful food! The pizza is the best! Reasonable price and good..."

Alice

"Went to Farina in the silly season and had a wonderful night out. Sardine’s, a house special, were an ideal starter. Well balanced flavours of..."

Dolce Far Niente

"Time flies, Baby Kirsty’s dad is another year older. Today, our family celebrated Jin’s birthday at Farina, an Italian restaurant in Ponsonby...."

Little Borneo Girl

"Good atmosphere with nice service! Very into this place! I love their pork bun and Crudo, raw market fish, it taste delicious and unique! I did came..."

Anna Lo

"I just love this place for food. It has not just good Italian food but the passion behind it. The pizza bases are top notch and the starters offer a..."

Callum Milburn

"Had an excellent pizza from here recently but it was uberdelivered and cold by the time it reached us. Must dine in and order off the full menu. I'm..."

Dragon88

"The Margherita pizza is dope, the daily pasta is amazing( at least today’s is amazing).Eventually, you guys will never know how wonderful is ..."

Johnson970521

"Best pizza in Auckland. Especially the buratta, so creamy. The crust is perfect, nice and crispy and charred on the rim and delicious and soft in the..."

Single P's Adventures

"The service was amazing! The waitress constantly checked on us and she was really nice too! We ordered the golfo pizza and it did take awhile to come..."

Sharon Louie

"the pizza is ok ... not great ... the dough is really good but the toppings are a bit average and u sadly mine was soggy :( my boyfriends calzone was..."

Candice Colclough

"Service was personal, attentive and servers were responsive to my nut and peanut allergy. Add on the delicious pizza and Cheese platter- made a..."

The One With A Nut Allergy...

"My whole fam loves this place. The staff are super friendly and the food is prime 👌🏽 one of the best woodfired pizzas in Auckland hands down...."

Anna K

"Lovely pizzas all round, however one of my party's gnocchi was a little below average- quite chewy and bland. Atmosphere was alright, and the service..."

Mysticmojito

"Every single dish was delicious!The depth of flavour and freshness were outstanding I truly enjoyed the meals.The pizza dough and the pasta..."

Chico

"Just went to this fabulous restaurant with my partner tonight and was so impressed. The service was absolutely fantastic, we were seen to immediately..."

Ayla Masson

"Casual village Italian with a touch of glamour. Farina hosted our friends birthday dinner on Thursday evening and did not disappoint...."

Yorkshire Pudding

"Exelent food...taste like authentic Italian home made food. 👍🥗👍🥗 Nice pleasant atmosphere and very friendly staff. They have best beef..."

Helena Roza

"Nothing soothes the soul like authentic Italian cuisine. There are far too many fakes in this city. But Farina doesn't disappoint. The pizza is..."

Wine & Dine

"The staff were very nice and always had a smile on their face and the food was amazing! Came out the restaurant with a full and very satisfied..."

Pauline Abeleda

"We came here after staff meeting, definitely recommend booking in advance as the place was fully packed on a Friday night.I was really..."

Michelle Ma Belle

"Joined a couple of friends here as they are local and come here all the time and had told us how good it was. Great if you're happy with sharing..."

Bridgee

"Want a decent pizza takeaway? This is it!Great pizza, great tasting, like Archie's but slightly more premium. Only downside is..."

Tony Ma

"I went to Farina last night and absolutely loved the food. Home-made gnocchi which was so delicious I was savouring every mouthful Raddichio..."

Nicky Blakely

"Great food as long as you don't mind the wait. Everyone is awesome and the pizza is exceptional. Service is either excellent or very average..."

Gus Hill

"What a lovely place! The people here are soooo friendly. We were looked after very well. Our glasses were never empty coz the staff were very..."

Dee

"Come here with my boss,great service the waiter was real good funny as hell too 😜,a lot of people talk up the pizza and they weren't wrong wow..."

Ayaan

"This place gets really busy so we had to wait a while. The food was deffs worth the wait tho, especially the pizza with Gorgonzola and their new..."

Simone Halstead

"We've been to Farina several times and I've now decided to review this restaurant. Last night we ordered the octopus and pumpkin salad as entrees...."

Pablo Andres Retamales Carreno

"Taste buds ahoy! If you are a fan of seafood pasta, highly recommending Spaghettini Vongole. The spaghetti was cooked perfectly with a well balanced..."

Updn

"Amazing service,let alone one of the BEST pizzas ever! We picked "del moro" (with prosciutto and parmigiano) and "calzone" (folded pizza..."

Bubbles & Squeak

"Outstanding italian food! Been there already quite a few times and their antipasti are simply amazing, their pizzas are literally the same as if you..."

Good Advisor

"Just had a night out with my gf here. And it was perfect. The food was good, great environment and the service was great. Had the duck pasta and I..."

Toby Chow

"Can't get any better than this. Food was delicious. Can't find better Italian in the States, especially for the price. Staff is killer, as..."

Greg

"Really authentic Italian restaurant. We ordered eggplant ravioli, crab ravioli and duck tortellini. Really delish! And the pana cotta was really..."

Rachel Weng

"Visited this weekend and had dinner with friends. In the past have always experienced very good service but waited over 45 mins for food and wasn't..."

Katy

"My great-food-demanding cousin was up for a few days so we decided to try Farina on a friend's recommendation. Boy, is that friend worth..."

Eleanor Purdey Smith

"Could not have asked for a better meal here. As a nutella-holic, the Nutella Calzone was absolutely heavenly and was the icing on the cake to what..."

Shiksha Sridhar

"Very nice place , the food spectacular because I see in the kitchen the chef was Italian so he knew about the Italian dishes.For sure I will..."

Sarah

"Amazing food & friendly staff. What more could you ask for?We were seated right at the back in our tiny little corner away from everyone..."

Trin

"We felt like wood-fire pizza for dinner so we came here to try it.... Service was friendly and we got our food quickly... Great place to come with a..."

Donna&Shane

"Came for a birthday dinner. We were seated around the back where there are a few large tables which we shared with another group.The staff..."

Benedict Uy

"I've come here a couple of times. I've had the ravioli and the seafood risotto.The ravioli dish was very poor quantity given the $25+ price. The..."

Kathmandu Eater

"Ahhhhh..the real deal here! Had an awesome night on Monday evening, the place was heaving with punters and despite a 40 mins wait to be seated (we..."

David Parussini

"Had a lovely meal here last night which beats most of the other local established Italian places around town. Have always wanted to visit this place..."

Ivan Koay

"So much goodness! Always on point, great service and knowledgable staff. Will be back for sure. ..."

Lucas Shaw

"Farina is another Italian gem that is authentic to its food and can give Gusto a good run for its money. Starting off with the aracini. It..."

Travels4Food

"Understated elegant Italian style right here on P Rd will wow any amateur diner passing by looking for quality service and beautiful food. This place..."

Frank

"Always enjoyed a good toto's pizza delivered so was excited to finally try out some other Italian food in their new restaurant, which overall had..."

ShoRt

"Best Italian food I've had in auckland.Very busy vibrant place . Inspite of being busy we were welcomed and attended right away.We got a..."

Globalfoodlover

"Enjoyed watching the guys at work, rolling the dough and cooking in the pizza oven. The margarita pizza was a nice little taste of what they have to..."

HJ

"As the sun set on the day and the coolness rolled in, pizza was the next option on our food coma train. Was great fun to watch your pizza being made..."

Lisa Reynolds

"My partner and I visited Farina on a Sunday evening as we both felt like Pasta.We ordered the Duck Tortellini and she had the Crab Ravioli...."

Kieran

"I am obsessed with pizza and had high hopes for farina. Last time I had the boscaiola which i didn't really like- due to the flavours- so this time I..."

A

"Farina!! Affordable and tasty. Freshly made pasta, homemade marinated sardines. Portion sizes are great. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Which is..."

Jotori

"Can't wait to try the epic food from Farina.Last year these guys won "best dish" @Taste of Auckland.I have no doubt it's gonna be a..."

Carlos

"Amazing metre long Toto's pizzas 🍕 The last Toto's Pizza I had was from Toto's... It didn't even compare to Farinas. Full of flavour, beautiful..."

WWW.KINGOFCHEATMEALS.COM

"I went to Farina last week to celebrate a friend's birthday and we had a very nice dinner. Service was really good and friendly, our..."

Javier Yebenes

"Came here for Sunday lunch with my mum and sister, it was pretty quiet so we were seated right away and a waitress recommended some dishes. We had..."

Sarah Watson

"Another good Italian Restaurant! Pizza, Pizza , Pizza ! Good service, clean and family friendlySergio is well known for make the best Pizzas on..."

MommyYummy

"We had the best experience here! We were greeted and seated right away even though it was a busy Friday night. My partner was after something that..."

Olivia

"Arrived and the place was absolutely packed for a Friday night. My friends and I came hearing about the metre long pizza. And we weren't dissapointed..."

Laura Ransome

"Farina is my Italy in Ponsonby!I absolutely love Italian cuisine..... Pasta, Pizza, antipasti... Give me all of it NOW!I found the staff to..."

Carlos

"Great atmosphere and service once we were seated. I had the duck tortellini with mushrooms and my partner had the seafood risotto which was generous..."

Tania Dawson

"Went to lunch here with a friend of mine. I like their take in yum-cha. You can order a few things to share which we did. We ordered 4 dishes..."

Gem

"Absolutely love this place. It's My total fave at the moment. It's everything that is good about Italian food - simple and delicious and generous...."

Miso

"A great restaurant located in Ponsonby serving good Italian cuisine ranging from Italian salads, pizzas and pastas. Given the vast selections of..."

Johann*

"Caught up with a few friends to try their metre long pizzas and we were made welcome by a very chatty, energetic and charming waitress. She was a..."

Linny

"Amazing place with an awesome atmosphere, not to mention that all the dishes on their menu are both unseen in other restaurants which gives it points..."

Erica Robson

"Love love love the gnocchi! Best ever! Watching them cook your meal in front of you while sitting at the bar is a special treat too. Really authentic..."

Rhys Armstrong

"Since I've moved to Auckland, I've been lucky enough to go to the Taste of Auckland event. Both events, l tried the duck ravioli with truffle Sauce..."

Penelope Chua

"we have only been here once, and only for dessert and cocktails which were very good. having lived in europe for the last 16 years we have no..."

Londinium Espresso

"Went here a couple of weeks ago on a Friday night. It was quite busy but we got a table straight away. The waiter (possibly the owner) had an awesome..."

Hannah

"My boyfriend and I Went to Farina for lunch on a lovely Saturday after reading good reviews on TripAdvisor. Upon arrival, we were quite surprised to..."

KT

"I went there with some girlfriends for lunch, it was awesome. Very friendly staff and we were shown to a table immediately . The beautiful food came..."

Fiona Neubert

"We went there, it was good. Napoli street food (small plates around $10) were good, pizza was fabulous, pasta was good.Relaxed &..."

Thomas W

"Authentic delicious italian fare served by charming attentive staff. This is a great addition to Ponsonby Road. Loved the Maitre'd..."

Melanie Vermont

"Husband and I went to checkout Farina. Great food, great staff. Sat at the bar and watched the chefs who presented us with small samplings of lots of..."

Felicity Pyne

"I had a beautiful dinner at Farina with my wife on a Friday night and the atmosphere was great and the food is so fresh. We tried the 1/2 metre long..."

Thor Mucke

"Had a great lunch here, Pizza & 'yum ciao' was fantastic. Enjoyed the rolled pork & deep fried arancini. Can see this place would go off at..."

Tom Karauti

"Great food, tried numerous dishes, loved the sardines, ravioli, tortellini and pumpkin risotto served in cute little pumpkin shells. Desserts awesome..."

Angela Hollinger

"Solid as per usual. Courgette flowers as a special were very good. Crispy and packed with mozzarella and ricotta. Pizza with the white anchovies..."

Richard Ross

"One of the best Italian restaurant we've ever been! We are a south American couple (Argentina & Brazil), we went to Farina to celebrate my husband's..."

Ary H

"One of the best places for Italian in Auckland. Classic rustic Italian food, beautiful flavours, great Italian wine selection. There's so many things..."

Ray C

"Amazing dinner at Farina! This is one of our favourite places in Auckland and the go-to restaurant to meet friends and colleagues. Cozy vibes and..."

Ana Vila

"First time trying for dinner on a Friday night- simple meal of pizza, drinks and dessert. Had the Vesuvio and it was so simple but the most delicious..."

CJ Larin

"Excellent food. Made with love and care. Friendly staff and atmosphere. The octopus was cooked..."

M. Lang

"Wow! Wow! Wow! It's doesn't get more authentic than Farina if you're in the mood for some southern Italian food. Fresh and thoughtful ingredients. I..."

Luke Gray

"Beautiful restaurant and some of the best customer service I have ever had. You could tell the staff were genuinely happy to be there. Also great..."

Caitlin Senior

"Came with friends the other night and wasn't disappointed! We definitely pigged out and ordered a lot - see photos - and did not have any regrets..."

Karl Ong

"Farina is a truly delightful Italian dining spot where authenticity meets ambience in Ponsonby. I started my meal with the Crudo appetizer, raw fish..."

Michael Kang

"This is a nice Italian place tucked away on the corner of Ponsonby Road. The atmosphere is a busy but intimate and intentionally decorated space. The..."

Destiny Edwards

"Spent my Partner and I's anniversary here, as well as more recently my Birthday, and I couldn't recommend it more. Family Friendly, with some of the..."

So'omālō Iteni Schwalger

"Great little place with a wonderful atmosphere, staff who make you feel like a member of the family, and food that makes you wish the lights were a..."

Jt

"surprise! surprise! surprise! The chef is very daring and innovative(I think), because it was the first time I ate a whole fish in a western..."

jin jeremy

"Stumbled upon this place as part of our bar hopping experience and couldn't be happier. Fantastic pizzas, and the drinks were great. The bartender..."

Sveta Hackett

"Wonderful night at Farina. Food and drinks were authentic. I love Salsiccia the best. We knocked a glass down accidentally and the staff came..."

Caroline

"I feel guilty for waiting this long to try this INCREDIBLE restaurant! The service stands out as the best I have ever experienced. If you are lucky..."

Aleysha Knowles

Lucky Buddha

"The place was lovely and gave us the Asian vibe. The foods were served in a timely manner. All of us were satisfied with our orders. Staff were very..."

Carlo Manio

"Visited The Lucky Buddha a while ago and was seriously impressed! The miso-glazed salmon on couscous tasted amazing, was full of colour, and good..."

Alma Eats

"Oldy but goldy! I have come here for a lunch catch up and loved what we got.I got the bao buns and they were delicious.Fast..."

Saasha

"I’ve been here several times and the spicy chicken is my favourite dish! The bao buns are also delicious. This time I came and tried the pork belly..."

Karen

"One of my tutors recommended this place for dinner and we came here for a catch up. The place is very cosy and staff are professional. We ordered two..."

Garron White

"We went for a work function and the place is fairly cosy so we ended up taking up most of the space.No complaints on the service although that..."

Harry

"Not too bad of a place. Food is very delicious staff also friendly and well trained. A great choice if you are looking for fine dining fusion food...."

FoodiesTable

"Actually this was my second visit.I was wondering how this place could get 4.7 point in zomato. And it was true.Dishes, atmosphere, wine..."

Foodie

"Great place! Great service! Amazing food! The eggplant, pork belly and crispy chicken are all worth a try. The salmon is also good if you like..."

Xyfangela

"Very good food...I went for lunch and was expecting a typical blue ribbon menu...it wasn't that but the food was excellent. Very cozy with solid..."

Sainta Cooke

"Really good atmosphere and comfortable place.The lamb ribs were delicious and soft.The eggplant tastes very special with the cheese and..."

Yating Mai

"Simple yet well executed dishes without any faults! The beef madras and spicy chicken both 5/5! (except, please use more freshly cooked rice next..."

Ho Nom

"Dumplings were ok wouldnt get them again. The potatos were fantastic and a good filler however best shared. Fried chicken was superb, served with soy..."

Flippynz

"Nice place to eat. But finding car park is hard.The tofu and the lamb ribs is an must try dish. It’s really yummyService:..."

Sammiii

"The best lamb ribs and spicy chicken ive ever had...salad with each meal was quite a unique taste...service really good..planning to go again and..."

Singh

"Great food. Stunning texture with beautiful flavours. The gravy is just a tiny little bit overpowering the juicy lamb flavour. A fantastic casual..."

TERRAN

"Food is alright here with well designed display of food for different dishes which is a highlight of the restaurant... maybe a bit of more thinking..."

Hemei Men

"We stumbled upon this restaurant while looking for a place to eat before a concert at Spark Arena. We had no expectations but when the first starter..."

Deena

"I sit down at a long, glossy wooden table with my friend. We order the lychee mint vanilla soda($5), duck main ($29) and miso eggplant ($16). I take..."

Cut

"The food here is great! Came here on a Saturday Night and it wasn’t too busy. The waitresses kept the water full most of the time, however..."

Louise

"Lucky Buddha caught my interest upon my 2nd visit, I tried their curry with veges and tofu, and for someone that loves meat of all sorts i genuinely..."

Calvin

"Lucky Buddha is lovely! First of all, their staff are so nice and attentive, I definitely felt looked after more than at other places. Their menu and..."

Jay

"Really calm and peaceful atmosphere. Friendly staff and get drink selection. Had the Tamarind Margarita which was mind blowing. Very tangy and very..."

Victoria Jenner

"We were here for lunch. Korean Bibipbam for $17. The portion of the food was generous. The toasted mince with the selection of vegetable was yummy...."

"Went here last night for dinner. Asian fusion, interesting and done well. Recognisable flavours with a twist. If you're going out for any Asian..."

Tony Shi

"I loved the food here. We ordered lots of different mains and a few starters to share which was awesome because you were able to try a bit of..."

Auckland Foodie

"Super delish! Went here for lunch with a couple of friends and had the "spicy chicken on sesame & nori rice, kewpie mayo, cabbage and herbs"......"

Lana

"I came here with work colleagues for dinner last night.I went against my friend's suggestion of trying the house specialty, lamb ribs, and..."

Benz Chan

"4.5/5 Taste4.5/5 Display 3/5 Quantity 4.5/5 Customer Service Amazing Asian Fusion restaurant.Dishes were pretty..."

곰정안

"We ate here for lunch as a group of 6. We did wait a little bit though for our meal which was the only small downside. I had the spicy chicken which..."

Michelle M

"Another favourite of mine. Consistently good food. The lamb ribs are 👌. Good atmosphere and service is 💯. Will definitely keep coming back...."

Frances Juinio

"Been here twice now, about two years apart, and enjoyed my experience both times. Most recently I had dinner here on a Friday night with a friend and..."

Lucyeatsakld

"I’ve been here several times now and the quality and taste of the food every time has been amazing. Love the eggplant entree and the tofu salad...."

Shannon

"Came here to this nice and cozy restaurant on fort street with a few friends. I would say the style of the restaurant is Asian fusion but heavy..."

SpoonMe

"Best Asian infused restaurant in Auckland. Definitely worth a visit if you haven't eaten here. Sharing the different dishes is the best way to taste..."

Talking_points

"My partner and I ordered the Thai beef salad to start and salmon curry and lamb ribs as mains. Every portion size was quite generous and left us very..."

Zac Lochhead

"Definately a hidden gem! The dinner menu is amazing. Lamb is exceptional and I cant wait to try more. There was a small language barrier but it added..."

Sheena Singh

"One of the best asian fusion in town!We were pleasantly surprised at the quantity, quality and service!Not too many seats but if you book..."

Thegreeats

"The eggplant starter is a must! I went in for dinner on a Tuesday night and tried the eggplant, lamb ribs and pork belly. I thought the pork belly..."

G1k

"Came here with my family after my last exam. There were four of us and apart from me we don’t exactly have the largest appetite. We ordered three..."

Dxlche

"A bit on, a bit off - a little like a lava lamp, you'll have all the oo's and ahh's for a while before realising that the food is good but not..."

Gentlepig

"Had the octopus salad, eggplant with miso, salmon laksa and duck.Eggplant with miso and peanuts was by far the best closely followed by the..."

FoodiePhysician

"First time trying this place and I could honestly say there was no disappointment there! I was scrolling through my friends Zomato reviews and this..."

Johnny Chu

"Lunch time treat. Emailed for booking today and they were able to accomodate. Professional and welcoming. Food is delicious. Pork belly, Laska..."

Tupz Malina Hemming

"Lucky Buddha is I-N-C-R-E-D-I-B-L-E! The atmosphere, the food, the service, the menu, the art..... what a great experience. Lucky Buddha is super..."

WeiTing Ashley Shyu

"Amazing food, amazing decor, amazing service! Got the pork belly, salmon, fried chicken, beans, tofu, and duck. Special place! Highly..."

Rahul Mohanty

"I was so excited to dine in here because I've heard so much nice things about Lucky Buddha. The whole interior and ambient was great. And..."

Jade0289

"Wow wow wow !!! The place has amazing atmosphere, great food and wide range of drinks (Sakura wine!) so it's perfect for get together or date :D..."

Try_something_new

"I'm going to dive straight into it. We ordered Crispy Spicy Chicken and Pork Spare Ribs from the 'To Start' list. From the "To Follow", we..."

Oksana Zhang

"Great working lunch spot for a sit down meal. Staff are usually quick to order and food comes out relatively quick too- I always stop by here for..."

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"Cute little restaurant on fort st. all the food is really good you must try the pork buns! Only thing is there was a little too much peanut in it...."

Samantha Gemmell

"10/10 : customer service was amazing, staff were so friendly and recommended tasty good.10/10 : Food " WOW " Fresh and hot!! The flavors were..."

Ronald Singh

"My friend and I enjoyed dining here recently on a quiet Tuesday night. While I found the overall bill a bit pricey for just two people + no drinks,..."

Raymond Tiong

"Super fast service in an average seating set up indoor and we preferred outdoor seating. Liked especially veg rice roll which was..."

Foodie Gal

"Asian fusion lovers rejoice! With new restaurants popping up all over town – Lucky Buddha has been around for a while, but is one worth trying!..."

HJ

"As the sauce of pork bao and eggplant are quite sweet and heavy, i was expected to have more light and sour cocktail to match them. However after i..."

Brenda_a

"Since its opening in 2015, Lucky Buddha still remains one of my favourite eateries in Auckland. It is situated on Fort Street, which is fast becoming..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"I dined in at lucky buddha tonight as I read so many good reviews about this place, so I kind of had high expectations, i ordered the egg plant and..."

Seraphine Lee

"Booked a table for 25 with friends. Staff were very accommodating and service was good as our glasses were never empty.Food wise, the..."

Ming

"Wonderful food. Went as a group of four. The restaurant is small and a little cramped, not really suitable for a large group. The star here is the..."

Laurie540

"There are very friendly staffs and I really like the the atmosphere of this restaurant simple foods but with attractive decorations and I keen to..."

Zoe Peisi Yang

"Prefect place for ladies night! Nice staff, excellent service. Felt being well looking after. Food- so taste and has Asian favorite menu. Will go..."

Robin BingLuo

"Delicious! Popped in here on a whim and was delighted with my meal. The eggplant was only surpassed by the ribs. Everything was tasty and fresh. The..."

Bex Ellis

"Lucky Buddha is one of the best places to eat in town - Asian fusion at its best, the menu changes from time to time but it never fails to deliver...."

Ffionachua

"Great food, awesome dishes and been here twice now, never disappoints. I would give 5 star if it was cheaper. but being on Lawyer street - I..."

Whiskyncigars

"Found this place about 2 months ago and have been back every week since! So delicious, caters really well for gluten free and vegetarian too which..."

Jannine Jones

"I frequently walk on Fort Street and have been meaning to try Lucky Budha. It has been recommended to me many times. And finally had a chance to try..."

Miss Kiki

"good place for light lunch. pork buns seasoned much better than I thought. but the juice of pork made the bus soggy and wet. ribs sweet sticky like..."

Poppingcandy

"Really tasty food, Asian fusion style. There are some interesting but delicious combinations, including kimchi with beef! The eggplant was amazing...."

Mindy Song

"Fort Street is so much better these days. In my uni days it was a place almost to avoid – too many drunks on weekends, too many backpackers, all..."

Vivi S

"The eggplant is delicious! I would happily order this with some rice to soak up all the sauce. Our table also had the spare ribs and duck breast. The..."

Bobby Anderson

"Lucky Buddha does Asian fusion perfectlyThe service here is fantastic, drink selection is great and the food was amazing. Highlights were..."

Pamela Mansell

"Awesome restaurant, great food and fast service. We came here on a recommendation of a friend and I'm glad we tried it. We tried the salmon,..."

Anna Fern

"The awesome little Asian fusion place on Fort St! With so many new places in this area, Lucky Buddha definitely stands out. Superbly original menu..."

Frank

"So a friend of mine invited me for dinner and this was the agreed place. I have been hearing raves about this place (specifically it's eggplant) from..."

Joseph Brian P. Lee

"Loved it.We got steamed buns which were delicious and good value.Steak and mushrooms were divine, flavoursome and cooked..."

Mrs Puddingcake

"Took my mom and my aunt here for dinner. I was looking forward to this because ive been hearing a lot about this place. I especially loved the buns...."

Ellynn

"I had eaten at Lucky Budha before & was looking forward to trying them again when meeting a friend for dinner.They are on the new look Fort St &..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Last week, my girlfriends and I discovered Lucky Buddha, one of the newest gastronomic additions to Fort St in Auckland CBD. With head chefs hailing..."

Sophia

"What a great find!Amazing Asian fusion place. The interior decor was funky, vibrant, and very inviting.Service was great, they..."

Michelle Ma Belle

"Food: 4.5Customer Service/Whole Experience: 3.5Went here last night with friends. There were 7 of us adults, 2 toddlers and a baby...."

Karren

"My husband and I have been wanting to try this restaurant as it's very close to our offices. So we decided to go there on a Wednesday night. We..."

Patriz De Leon

"Dined at Lucky Buddha on 13 May 2016 and tried the following dishes with a friend for dinner: - Sriracha steam buns which were $9 each but..."

Jacqui Youngsun Lee

"Came here for dinner for my birthday. Interior design is super nice with Asian ascetics. Pricing for the portion of food I think is quite reasonable..."

Judy Chhy

"We recently moved offices at work, and found this gem across the road! Lucky Buddha is a great Friday lunch work place. Came here with colleagues and..."

Shanzay

"Went there for the first time and I couldn't believe how amazing the food was! My two girlfriends and myself all shared plates and the waitress was..."

Emilie Parker

"So hard to get a booking, and even when you do, they give you a strict time limit - adds to the ambience of popularity for this restaurant! However..."

Daniel Kinnoch

"The chicken curry and spicy chicken donburi were the best items. It gets super busy for lunch time and booking ahead would be recommended. Everything..."

Ridad

"Best Asian-fusion restaurant I've been to in Auckland!! Def a must for those who love Asian cuisine ❤️ First time I came here with my..."

Linh 💛

"We walked pass here once before and the name of the restaurant attracted me so much. When we next went there for dinner we were lucky to get a table...."

LuciferTSN

"Must go dining place in CBD!But too much mixed sauce may cause too..."

Mason Ding

"One of the better Asian-fusion restaurants in Auckland, Lucky Buddha is definitely a hot spot for food and drink. They serve a variety of..."

Medium_Rare

"Really tasty Chinese fusion food. Lamb ribs are tender and come off the bones easily. Other dishes include duck, fried chicken and angus steak. Must..."

James Thong

"Have been here for lunch on multiple occasions and can consider LB a reliable place to bring mates or clients as it has never disappointed in service..."

April May June

"I wandered in with friends on a Friday night, and was immediately greeted by the friendly staff. The restaurant was full so we were seated on the..."

M Yu

"Delicious food, fantastic service, great venue. Try the pork buns and the lamb..."

Yan

"Had the most delicious food and cocktails at Lucky Buddha tonight. Highly recommend this restaurant. The staff were friendly and the food we ordered..."

Joan Howan

"We were looking for a place for dinner last night and tried our luck here. We didn't have a reservation but the staff were kind enough to seat us. We..."

Ken A.

"Lucky Buddha IS the best all-round restaurant I've ever been to, no questions asked. Right from the very week they opened, their passion to deliver..."

Brett Celliers

"Get a group together and get as many dishes from the menu for sharing as you can. Great flavours which never disappoint. Also, fantastic options for..."

Peter Braun

"Great food and attentive service. Spacious interior is a..."

Anthony

"The best tofu I have ever eaten. Outstanding. The vibe is super chill and after a long day was just what I needed. A quiet spot for intimate..."

Benn Nicholson

"Attended last night for dinner; we didn't realize it opened at 6 pm. When we turned up at 5.20 pm, we saw the premises were dark and there was a..."

Larisa Lynch

"I'm not a fan of the "long bench," where you sit at little tables with one person in a chair and the other on a long bench across the wall, so that..."

Cannon Varnell

"I went here the first time on someone's recommendation, and now I come back every chance I have. The service is always great, and the food is..."

Alix Klingenberg

"Awesome experience.. Beautiful combination of flavours. Fine food for 2 $70 incld. wine. Sakura wine was just different and service was real..."

Adrian Mathias

"Lovely fusion Asia restaurant; the innovative combination makes for an interesting..."

Josi Chiang

"Brilliant food, very good service. Huge portions! Red curry chicken and fried chicken buns must not be missed. Limited..."

B Krause

"Quick service and very yummy food. Fried chicken donburi is my favourite. Very friendly staff and never forget to check if we enjoy our..."

Gopi Dinakaran

"We had a great dinner, and definitely great value for money. Excellent service from the staff, and definitely rate the food 5 stars, will be back..."

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Parkside Cafe & Restaurant

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Peiqi Li

"Love their Vietnamese pho! The staffs were very polite and helpful. We’ll definitely go back to this..."

Wee.love.jello

"Delicious food and the Banh Mi is the best I've ever..."

Je'maine Booth

"Came here for a Sunday lunch. Ordered beef pho for myself and seafood laksa for hubby. Both soups came in huge bowls and were delicious!! Pho in..."

Igor Biryukov

"Delicious food, however portions were rather small for the price. I used zomato gold though and it was perfect! Loved the bun cha and stir fried..."

A Foodie

"Loved loved loved this place. Food was great. Portions just right. Staff..."

Agatha

"I love vietnamese food and Parkside didnt disappoint me. Great food. Great service! Child friendly cafe. Keep it up!..."

Jo Ch

"Always great as usual. Ordered the spicy laksa and rice noodle soup. Yummy!!! A bit busy for a Wednesday lunch but our food came fairly fast. My..."

Luke Luo

"We came here thanks to Zomato Gold...."

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"We found this place on Zomato gold, which was in the middle of nowhere, but the interior and concept was pretty good. The manager who..."

Jonathan Chau

"On a wet, cold Sat night we were the only table occupied in this great restaurant. ‘Tho plenty of Uber Eats going out the door! We will be back,..."

Yoda

"Food was delicious and wholesome. The food was packed with flavour. I would be back for the beef salad as the sauce was good. This is a fusion..."

Sophie Wang

"Really pleasant cafe in Mt Albert with plenty of parking nearby. They offer a diverse menu and have some delicious scrambled eggs (the spicy one is..."

Jay

LisaH

"Went for dinner. This is an excellent vietnamese restaurant with modern dishes and some fusion twists. Food was excellent as was service. It's a nice..."

Vijay Prema

"Love the pho! The flavour of the clear soup! It’s one of the best pho we had in Auckland. It’s good food especially for winter! Boyfriend had the..."

Giraffe

"Can’t really fault anything aside from the portion sizing but definitely not a major. I think a little bit more rice would be good because the rice..."

Nicole Choy

"One of the few places around my place that does Zomato Gold for food, Parkside is a Vietnamese cafe fusion. Coming in it resembles your typical..."

Medium_Rare

"23/06 Second time here! Still pretty good- nice traditional Vietnamese flavours, despite the unconventional setting. Service was good. Price was a..."

Ellie Siu

"Came for breakfast using Zomato gold. Was very busy and a lack of service - our table had dirty dishes that remained until I had to ask someone to..."

Happy Eater

"Had the seafood laksa and chargrilled chicken open sandwich with aioli, generous pieces of avocado, salad & tomato. Really nice iced mocha, not too..."

Persian Foodie

"It was amazing! I loved their food.Portion was a little bit small than I expected.I would like to go for dinner.So nice pho!!! I think..."

Jhye21

"Very easy to book and locate. Beautiful ambience with friendly staff. Best thing they have full knowledge of Zomato gold. Food was amazing. Price..."

Vinny

"Enjoyed a lovely meal with Mother in law today.Food was delicious. Lots of flavor and good size portions.Definitely recommend.Eggs..."

Kendahlwhitleysua

"Authentic Vietnamese restaurant😍The pho was quite smaller than I expected.Really really small size. I was surprised.But the taste..."

Jenfoodie

"Great friendly and attentive staff. Nice cosy cafe, we had the breakfast menu. The corn fritters were delicious with perfect poached eggs, I will go..."

Katie McKinney

"Visited Parkside on a busy Sunday for lunch. We ordered 1x kids pancakes and 1x beef pho. Both were great! Beef pho had lovely flavour and the..."

Cat

"Tasty food, friendly staff and good value. Really good options for vegetarians - try the tofu surrounded with salted duck egg, you won’t be..."

Kate Murphy

"The food was so delicious it was quite unexpected. I have never heard about this place. Fresh, authentic and unique flavours! I had the caramelise..."

Adri Slijp

"Was craving some Pho and found this neighborhood cafe on Zomato Gold. Taste was good. Only thing about it was that it could have had more beef slices..."

Marcus Kwan

"We really enjoyed the food here and ordered the pho, bun cha and beef cheek curry. The pho was excellent but did find this quite small for the price...."

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"Ate there on Sunday for lunch, I ordered the 'Wok-seared spicy lemon grass chicken w rice noodle' - delicious! Excellent food, some of the better and..."

Brad

"Taste 5/5Environment 5/5Service 4/5Nice spot for lunch. The sweet corn fritter was delicious and the bacon was not too salty. The..."

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Annie Low

"Friendly staff, delicious food and perfect location if you have kids with Rocket Park next door. I’ve always come here for brunch and it has not..."

Cushla Foley

"Their Pho and Laksa was very nice and our kids just had a light snack toastie and chips. Staff were friendly and attentive. Look forward to trying..."

Ahfaye

"Great food. Extremely flavourful. Loved every dish that we ordered, especially the spicy lemongrass chicken salad, laksa and pho. Staff were very..."

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"We’ve been visiting this cafe for years. This is a great cafe for family as Rocket park is just across the road. They have the best Allpress coffee..."

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"First time trying pho in this restaurant, light and tasty, satisfies my craving for noodle soup ! Another food I like is the bacon hash!..."

Kam Fai Ng

"First time visiting and just had lunch today. Wish to give 6 stars if I can. Hassle free using zomato gold. Staffs were so friendly and all menus we..."

Romee K

"Large Beef PhoThe flavours of this beef pho broth were well-balanced, however not as fragrant as were accustomed to- perhaps a move made by..."

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"REAL AUTHENTIC VIETNAMESE FOOD HERE!!!Have been to a few vietnamese restaurants in Auckland, these guys' Bun Cha is exactly the way it's done in..."

Foodie

"I came on a Sunday with the family and thought everything was spot on. My dad and I chose the bruchetta and it came out perfectly cooked, with every..."

Cherries_inthesnow

"Love the Vietnamese food here, the cafe just beside Rocky park. Staff is ok, coffee is ok too, but too much foam for the flat white. Ice choco is..."

Jieer

"Ordered the Pho, Spicy Lemon Grass Chicken and Clay Pot Pork Belly.Pho was delicious; deep flavour but definitely a "starter" serve. Spicy lemon..."

R. T.

"A gem we wouldn't have discovered until we used the Zomato app! We ordered the Vietnamese beef pho & braised caramelised Pork belly with rice. Was..."

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"Lovely food and lovely service, would highly recommend to all. We were a bit new to Zomato gold but they were very patient and just overall very..."

Manish Maharaj

"Went for breakfast but ended up having a Pho and a Lamb Burger. Both really good. Kids had a pancake which was great too. Cappuccino rich and creamy...."

Evilmaikel

"Amazing and flavoursome food. If you see any reviews that is not 5 stars, they are just some people who have no taste. If you know how to enjoy good..."

Ray Lee

"Wow. Absolutely amazing food and customer service. This has easily replaced Rad Cafe as my new favourite place to go for lunch. The dishes..."

Real Slug

"We went here last Saturday for dinner. Luckily we arrived before 9pm just before their last order, eventhough they closed at 10pm. We both ordered..."

Marchella Kusono

"This vietnamese cafe was surprised me so much！ we use zomato gold buy onr get one free and ordered two hot pho. Nice soup and meat, i didn't expect..."

LuNa The TuNa

"A great start to the day!Hot pho and perfectly prepped meat! Love it! Drank all the soup too! Great deal with zomato gold. Absolutely..."

Tony Ma

"Went there for dinner - great service and food was excellent! Ordered the slow cooked duck and would order again.One of the best 'casual'..."

Matt

"Well located suburban Vietnamese cafe. The service was great and food was better than I expected. This place has the same owner as SenThe..."

Darren Big Belly

"I always forget about Parkside cafe and then I come in and am annoyed that I've forgotten about it for so long. I need to come to Mt Albert for food..."

Kellie Ngaire

"We absolutely love this place! They make consistently good coffee, wonderful food, friendly staff, great menu, Couldn’t ask for more! Highly..."

Claire Howard

"We popped in for lunch after this place was recommended by a close friend. We found it to be warm and inviting with friendly staff. After ordering..."

Marmite_ninja

"Coffee is very good and I had a beef stew for lunch. It taste very nice with a unique Vietnamese style of influence. Salmon hash for my wife but it's..."

Terrence Lee

"Was welcomed and seated straight away ,Great fast efficient service, waitress was very good, food and coffees came out really quick and was a great..."

Tuhouhia Weshem Pehi

"Lovely little place. I went for breakfast. Coffee is really good and the good was tasty. I had the Salmon hash. Would have loved chucks of potatoes..."

Food_adikt

"That beef pho! Wow, the broth is so clean and accompanies the beef so well, along with the fresh corriandor. "THE" hangover cure and great for a warm..."

Hamish Huch

"This was my first time ordering Vietnamese with an eye to eat healthy - the vegetarian mango salad and pork skewers were yum! Friends were also..."

"Love this place!! Went there for lunch today and had a prawn linguine... best pasta meal i have ever had!! Also had a ice coffee which was pretty..."

Untamed Butterflies

"A fairly run-of-the-mill breakfast/lunch menu is replaced by a joyous celebration of Vietnamese inspired dishes in the evening. Pho is..."

Dale Spencer

"We came here today for the first time and will definitely be back again. The seafood risotto and laksa were delicious - both full of flavour and..."

Sheridan Bell

"Found this hidden gem when we went out for dinner. Definitely definition of don’t judge a book by it cover. It a kiwi cafe by day and Vietnam..."

Adventure Foodie

"I hadn't been to Parkside cafe for a few years but had really good memories of breakfast there. Went with my partner this morning, had the corn..."

Kate

"Nice dining space. Parking available on side streets. Service is friendly.Came here for the Vietnamese food at dinner time and it was..."

I_like_pickles

"Since this place is close to home, have hopped in a couple of times for breakfast. An amazing place to hang out and have a conversation over brekkie..."

Zahabia

"My family and I have been coming to this Vietnamese restaurant for years now (open 6/7pm till late Wed to Sat). The food is delicious, the staff are..."

Tamsin Dehar

"Great little cafe. Coffee was received very quickly. Very tasty too. Buttermilk Pancakes were really tasty too. Could have done with a bit more syrup..."

Ms Jones

"Really enjoyed our dinner tonight. We had a beautiful platter as appetiser that to be honest I could have just kept eating. We then got pork belly,..."

Kara Smith-Taniue

"We have been here for breakfast and coffee breaks and absoultely loved it. Amazing place great people awesome food! Want to try some other food here..."

Rutuja Bhagwat

"Went here for Vietnamese for dinner. Loved it! We started with the pancake for entree and then shard the pork belly, crab with vermicelli noodles and..."

I Love Food

"Now go try this. Both for breakfast (cafe) then dinner (Vietnamese). Good value for money, cozy place and staff are friendly. Go! I dare you..."

Toru Tres

"We visited this cafe on a weekend afternoon. The cafe is just opposite the rocket II playground. We order a kid set bacon and egg set, a..."

Cindy Ong

"I usually avoid any Asian restaurant that seems overpriced and catered to western tastebuds but I was feeling rather adventurous and decided to give..."

Heartshrooms

"We had heard great things about this place so thought we would give it a try, we ordered the Vietnamese beef salad with vermicelli and a Spicy fish..."

R & A

"My partner and I have breakfast here all the time because we know we are guaranteed to get a good meal! However, coffee can be hit or..."

Kelsie Taylor

"The best Vietnamese in Auckland at the moment hands down. Awesome service, yummy food. The pork belly is to die for. Reasonably priced and great for..."

B D H

"I'm on a mission to find the best pho in Auckland. Parkside is definitely a contender. We came to Parkside on a Friday afternoon for some brunch!..."

Sheena

"Went here on a beautiful, sunny Saturday morning with regulars. Customer service was pretty decent.The atmosphere was ok. The windows..."

Tommy Ocean

"Delicious food, a bit spicy, quick to come out, nice atmosphere. Highly recommend if you love Vietnamese food as you won't be disappointed...."

Jayne Oates

"Vietnamese food can sometimes be abit hit and miss but Parkside has a more cafe style take on Vietnamese. This place is perfectly suited for a group..."

HJ

"Food and atmosphere are great! Very western cafe touch to a Vietnamese inspired restaurant. Had a very typical Mt Eden feel to it. I had the big..."

Richard Tran

"i came here for the Pho , as i love Saigonz so much , i wanted to try others for comparison, and this did not disappoint.FIrstly i just..."

Michael

"This is my go- to place for lunch or breakfast on a weekend, especially if Im craving Pho. The chicken pho is light but has lots of flavour, and..."

Diyani Desilva

"Awesome coffee, friendly staff, just an all round great place :) ..."

Stevie Clutterbuck

"Funny to think a Vietnamese restaurant could be such an amazing breakfast/brunch cafe too... but it really is! My new favourite local spot for..."

Lana

"Waitresses here are hilarious and great to talk too. They know their menu well. I worship their brunch menu. Hash browns are the best and the eggs..."

Yum

"I had decided to come here as I had heard about this place as a cafe that also served Vietnamese food. It was early on a weekend morning and hubby..."

Linny

"My favourite local night time eatery. I love the Vietnamese menu and have enjoyed every dish I've tried. The tofu in tomato gravy is the best tofu..."

Maxine

"Went for dinner with my partner, and had a wonderful experience. The staff were friendly, informative and attentive and the food was delicious!We had..."

Roger Cook

"Went there for the breakfast. Nice staff, fast and professional for a..."

Jun S

"We usually frequent this café for brunch. It's always consistently good. Service is good as well. Love their grain bread and I haven't had anything..."

Birdy

"Last night my wife and I went to this restaurant for Vietnamese dinner.My goodness, the food is phenomenally good.It is no different than..."

Tim

"Very friendly staff and wonderful smoothies! During our last visit we ordered french toast and the chicken noodle pho. The pho was great and while I..."

Julie

"Brilliant cafe for families. The staff are so accommodating to young children. The food is superb. I have been for loads of breakfasts and coffees..."

Rozanne D

"Great little vietnamese restaurant at night. Beautiful food and great service.Had the shaking beef -amazing! Beef pho and summer..."

Stacey Head

". Went to Parkside cafe recently for lunch with my partner.This was my first time visiting there after heart so many good thing about it . The staff..."

Andrew Nguyen

"The food at night is amazing Vietnamese food.We love the atmosphere and the food is the best Vietnamese I have had in..."

Alannah Hunter

"The staff here are very friendly, plus I love that they have a regular menu (eggs and bacon etc) but also an amazing Vietnamese menu. Their..."

Tim Harman

"Great place to have a quick catchup with friends. The service is great and the coffee is even better. Many cafe's serve coffee warm and not hot -like..."

Jackson

"Lovely, friendly and efficient staff.Beautiful eggs royale - benedict with smoked salmon was very delicious.Came cause I saw the kids..."

Olivia Winston

"I have been here twice for brunch and both times have been super impressed with the service and food. I found the coffee really nice, and today I had..."

Sweet Ninja

"Really nice little cafe that serves good cafe, in a great location. Pleasant place to stop after a walk along Meola Creek and a climb up Mt..."

Walksinauckland.com

"Parkside cafe is a great cafe in the heart of Mt Albert. I love coming here simply for the ease of parking, good coffee and great..."

Lisa Edgar

"Vietnamese food is appearing all over Auckland, or perhaps I’ve only started noticing them. Most places are cheap, tasty and pretty decent, just..."

Carmella @ Easy Food Hacks

"We travel over to Mt Albert to go here for the service firstly and then the food. 😉 Always seating. Excellent coffee. Consistency with the food...."

Glyn Flutey

"Best Pho in town! Have been coming back here for a long time and it never disappoints. Very friendly staff who are always open for a..."

Jacques Quail

"It is a very cute and convenient local café. Great quality food. I visit very often. Love Banhmi and..."

Bei Li Yi

"Great coffee. We were excited to be able to order the lunch dishes at breakfast. The small pho was generously sized and delicious. Pork sliders were..."

Dewi Knappstein

"Friendly environment all-round. Ordered the vegetarian options available on the day and they came out within a reasonable time - didn't have to wait..."

Krishn Bagia

"One of the best coffee ☕ in Auckland. Everything is great, food, scones, muffins well just I love keeping going there every time I can!!..."

Silvia Eugenia Gomez Pineda

"Had Pho beef soup and signature salad. Both meal are superb. The soup is thick enough and very perfect with beef. Salad can be not enough for me as a..."

JOHN AHN

"Best almond milk, decaf coffee I've had. Very nice staff and atmosphere. Great location for families next to Rocket..."

Holly Riverton

"Yay back open for dinner! New menu but food was amazing, fresh menu. The lovely Ang still there full of smiles. Support local folks..."

Irene Bentley

"Lunch was delicious. Lots of flavor, great customer service. Portion size is excellent. Highly recommend this Cafe. Really good atmosphere and right..."

Kendahl Whitley Su’a

"Have dined here, MANY times 😊, and always leave with a happy tummy 😁👍🏼👍🏼👌🏼👌🏼. Friendly, efficient staff, (shoutout to..."

Crystal Paterson

"A great start to the day! Hot pho and perfectly prepped meat! Love it! Drank all the soup too! Absolutely delicious. Service: 5/5 Presentation:..."

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"this place serve brunch with a twist of vketnanmese flavor. it's kinda nice as too many same or samilar brunch out there. this place was a bit..."

carina chang

"Hidden gem! Only visited this place because we had an entertainment voucher. Doesn't look like much from the outside, but the chef here really takes..."

Aurelie Rivalant

"Im quite surprised that their dinner menu is delicious, beef and prawn was yum, salted egg tofu needs more salted egg. Other than that everything was..."

Minh D

"Good service Very delish Clean and tidy High..."

GBC

"I love the vegetarian sandwich or having for lunch a Parkside Signature Salad ,or a Lamb Burger, with a big ginger crunch biscuit or an Anzac cookie..."

David O'Connor

"Very nice food, lovely clean and comfortable dining area. Pleasant..."

Becs Illingworth

Ostro

86/100 (2754 ratings)

"Came here for a birthday dinner for partner and was blown away with how amazing every dish we ordered was. We had the crayfish toasted sandwich,..."

Rebecca Patel

"love the taste of beef wellington but the food come quite..."

Eatateeaten

"🍞🥩Beef Wellington at Ostro 🤩it’s been on my list for a while, finally gave it a try yesterday and I was super impressed! Beef Wellington..."

Pandadrools

"Came in tonight for a farewell dinner for my friend. Tried the eye fillet and the mushroom hotpot. Did not expect the mushroom hotpot to come out..."

Rosanne Choy

"Love the food here! It’s a fantastic view and setting for a special occasion or just summer! The service is fantastic..."

Chan Can Eat

"Have been there a few times, good vibes and Wellington beef. I recommend medium well， better than..."

Jialin Cui

"Was definite a happy meal. Beef Wellington was cooked just well. It was my first time trying fresh oyster. It was fresh and creamy. The appetiser was..."

Carol W.

"Unfortunately they sold out Beef Wellington when we arrived. Friendly staff but slow service. Food taste pretty good,location is easy to..."

Serena L

"Went here for High Tea great experience great food but little bit too sweet for me.Apart from that everything is good, will come here for diner..."

Aymee Huang

"Food was good and service was very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend lamb shoulder which was so tender and flavourful. The harbour view was..."

LilianMonaghan

"Amazing food and view! Ordered the creme brûlée and it was the best i have ever tried! Also ordered the seafood grazing player which was extremely..."

Cheapeatobsession

"Ostro can be found in level two of the seafarers building at britomart but dont worry theres a lift and you’ll need it after this place...."

Flippynz

"Beautiful dinner with a beautiful view. Had the buffalo mozzarella with sourdough, beef wellington with parmesan beignets& creamed sweetcorn, and a..."

Kealy Mathews

"I have been here 4 times. Foods and customer service were excellent. Highly recommend to book a table with the note for saving you a portion of Beef..."

Ashley Tran

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

Mon.

"This review is for their high-tea only. Came here for high-tea with a group of friends. It is all you can eat and you can keep refilling the trays..."

Desmond Chan

"OMG，look at，what a plates！oysters are fresh with vinegar, garlic, and some other sauces( bit of sweet). I had grilled market fish snapper..."

Rocky Guo

"Best birthday dinner ever!!! I went there for my 21st and got a salmon steak for myself and a gnocchi for my bf🥰 They were both fascinating,..."

Christina Lee

"Came to Ostro for our anniversary and it was PERFECTION from start to finish. Stunning ambience and view out to the harbour, fabulous service with..."

Hannah Elley

"It is rare to go out fine dining for me now, but this experience was well worth it. With views over looking the Port and you get the beautiful sea..."

Food2belly

"One of my favorite restaurants to come chill. The service is exceptional staff are always kind and sociable. The drinks are great and the view is..."

Seamus M.

"Very cool place to go for a drink with a relaxed indoor outdoor style bar. Range of beers on tap are pretty good too. Had the market fish of the day..."

Birdman

"Great atmosphere, amazing location ( wharf on one side and the Britomart on the other), friendly and helpful staff, great weather to spend a Friday..."

João Plácido

"Delicious food - yummy pork belly and the parmesan beignets are one of a kind. A nice place overlooking the harbour with an excellent..."

Michelle

"Good service, good food. We tried the oysters, bread, one each of the gnocchi, the salmon and the lobster and snapper pie. Finished with one dessert,..."

Bobby Zhou

"Visited Ostro last night - the layout & view is amazing. Sadly it was raining so definitely on a clear sunny day the sunset would be perfect from..."

Sarena & Eashvar Chhotu

"It was girls’ night out one slightly chilly Thursday evening. I had been eyeing the beef wellington but I could not justify paying 98NZD (menu for..."

Maricor Sunga

"In the early 1970’s, Seafarers.was known to many as a gateway into Auckland City for transient sailors... Present day... it is now home to Ostro..."

Food Buster Reviewers

"Spectacular views on the waterfront, great for intimate moments and has one of my favourite bar settings in Auckland. I’m a big fan of..."

Medium_Rare

"Omg! We loved the duck and the fish for our mains! My husband keeps taking us back especially for the duck! Great staff and good seating areas. A bit..."

S & F And Baby

"Wow.Hands down one of the best meals I’ve had. Everything tasted amazing. This is the wow factor I was looking for. The amazing harbour view,..."

Darren Big Belly

"This place is the only place in Auckland, that I’ve heard of, that does beef wellington. After a 45 minute wait we were given crispy puff..."

Dxlche

"Possibly the best restuarant I have been to in Auckland. Have been there twice now and love the food, service and the view of the harbour at night is..."

Deborah Pitout

"You have got to try out Ostro, one of our fave places so far. We had an anniversary dinner here and it was Devine. Great service excellent food...."

Peneueta Willis

"Recently, I graduated university with a conjoint degree in Commerce and Property. To celebrate this milestone, we chose Josh Emett’s Ostro to have..."

Annie Ren

"Came for the special Mother’s Day high tea and it was delicious! We had a table with a view of the harbour and mum got a complimentary glass of..."

Lizzie

"Came here with my husband for our anniversary. Ordered the beef carpaccio and tuna tataki for entree which were both very good. The beef was in large..."

RVEH

"I can’t record the flavor at all. What I still remember is that this restaurant does picked a wonderful location. I guess no one will reject to a..."

Yafenxu123

"The decor of this place was absolutely lovely. My mother and I came in on a bustling Saturday night but even though it seemed super busy, the staff..."

Linda Lin

"Loved the atmosphere, the setting, food and the service. I literally cannot fault anything.My duck breast i ordered was incredible! T flavour..."

Neelam Chandra

"I have been looking forward for this restaurant for so long, because of the obsession with Gordan Ramsy's Beef Wellington. It really suprised me, the..."

Jason Shi

"The steak was amazing here and came with an amazing bearnaise sauce, I also had free range chicken nibbles but I cant see these on this menu, fries..."

Sarah Shepherd

"I booked this restaurant out for my leaving party in the weekend. They offered fully vegan catering for this event. The food was stunning and well..."

Aimee.

"Lovely lovely food and view!! I could have given a 5 star but the service wasn’t as good. But I’d definitely recommend this place regardless...."

Fijiangourmand

"We had high tea here. Pretty good selections for the teas and food.The view and atmosphere is really good. Really enjoyed my time here and def..."

Rezz Ca

"Another place to check off on the high tea list around town, it's pretty good. Service is your usual good standard and the ambience is nice..."

Jeffie

"This place is always amazing. The prettiest views, service, foods, drinks, decor etc. etc. only thing I have to say about it that’s not so positive..."

Anna

"My first time at Ostro was for an end-of-year lunch with my workmates. Food and service were both high-quality, but I have to admit I didn't find the..."

Raymond Tiong

"It was a really nice experience dining in Ostro. Everything was perfect— from nice, friendly& helpful service to perfectly cooked food& fabulous..."

Jade0289

"Went here for a private function with my work mates and another company just to celebrate a win and the place is amazing, the staff are really nice...."

Marggie Pascua

"So went out for dinner on Saturday after reading about Ostro. I looked at the menu online and immediately liked it. Decided to take the plunge and..."

HRS

"After you've braved walking in through an empty shop, to the elevator at the back and found your way up to the restaurant itself you've earned a..."

Jasmine

"Simply amazing ! I had my birthday lunch here and even though it was a long wait for food, it was really worth it ❤️ I really recommend the beef..."

Naz

"Ostro marked the end of the culinary journey to Auckland for the extended weekend and how could it not be so without a hunk of slow cooked NZ lamb...."

Martin C

"I'm almost speechless... I'm still blown away by this place. The setting is the premium spot in Auckland, not just for the view but for literally..."

Monique Porteous

"I frequent Ostro and it's always an amazing experience! Birthday dinners, catching up with friends- it's perfect for every event. The cocktail list..."

Izabella Pinker

"Yumoooo! Enjoyed the roast duck Papardelle and the service was excellent. Throughly enjoyed the sides to, chips were spot on. Defs recommend...."

Sonam Naidoo

"We were so impressed with the styling of the restaurant and the ambiance. The staff were incredible and the chef even came out and spoke to us. I..."

Michelle M

"Had a wonderful time at Ostro, our waitress was very helpful with recommendations. Gave us a taste tester of the vino to ensure we would enjoy the..."

Chomnomnom

"Wonderful work lunch here. Amazing service, delicious food and wine, beautiful views. Had the clam spaghetti which was perfect and all the other..."

Chantal Hoeft

"Eye fillet steak is very good, but it took 3 hours to finish a 3 meal dinner... I consider this is too slow because we were not having a..."

FreeEagle

"High tea on a Sunday..Lovely view from the table we were seated at..Service was excellant and the high tea was good and very tasty..Would come..."

PK

"UPDATE 29/07: Service was definitely a lot better this time. Thank you to the guy who came and and acknowledged the service last time I'm sorry I..."

Samantha Gemmell

"I've really enjoyed the evenings and afternoons I have spent at Ostro. The management seems great, very accommodating and professional, though I..."

Mysticmojito

"Good food but menu needs changing - They have been rotating their menu for too long now. Have always enjoyed a meal here with the views and great..."

John Bound

"If you like posh dining, posh scenes and posh crowds, this might be the spot for you. I'll admit, the restaurant is very beautiful, and staff..."

T.B.F

"Awesome restaurant went in Late on a Sunday and was welcomed by the staff.Had an amazing meal of cow tongue and cheek entree and the steak..."

Dave Son

"Great seafood especially if your looking for oysters!!Right on the water with the finest food ever.The restaurant has beautiful menu and it's great..."

Arkisunday

"What a view,, stunning view. great and friendly service. Food was average.i think the price wasn't too bad, the meal was big enough. The bread was..."

Pm

"Been here a few times for dinner. The food is lovely and the service is great. The last time i went was in May last year and the waiter we had on..."

S&G Take Auckland

"Came here for dinner on a busy night. Firstly, we stood at the door and waited for a while to be seated( we made booking) so wasn't too happy to..."

Ezzz

"We went here on Valentine's Day and didn't book a table but we're lucky to got in. Staff are amazing helping us with food and wine! Great food! Great..."

Vyctorya Vo

"Proteins cooked and seasoned beautifully as always. Pasta looks good but tastes not as good as it looks like. Too sweet and the pasta was hard. The..."

Poppingcandy

"Long white island ice tea cocktail was a bit strong, but the duck and belly was great and service was decent. Nice view of the water from the terrace..."

Rawiri Kapa-Hakeney

"Great location beautiful view, nice and spacey restaurant. Everything from the reception to the service and really professional. Huge bar and good..."

Gaetano

"Amazing seaview restaurant located in Britomart. Their menu was designed by a Michelin stared chef. I had roast duck parradelle, which was very..."

Di

"Visited Ostro for their frosé and lobster/oyster rolls. The food was fantastic, don't let the price put you off. The Naked Lobster Roll and Oyster..."

Cecilia Paredes

"The lobster roll I had was amazing! The flavour was beautiful. It is a bit pricey for just a little roll and a few chips, probably will only come..."

Judy Chhy

"■ New Frosé (Frozen Rosé) popup■ Beautiful sea view■ Friendly staffWhat better way to celebrate the end of exams and..."

FoodieOodie95

"I couldn't find this place for awhile as the entrance is hard to find. But when you come up the stairs or elevator it's stunning. The views along the..."

Jessica

"First time here and can only rave about the food, staff and the views. Highly recommended if you want wonderful views and a meal to..."

Levi

"A great menu accompanies the gorgeous view of Auckland harbour. Ostro was the first 'high class' restaurant I'd ever been to, so I was a little..."

Saskia Yates

"High tea yes please Great views and tasty foodWe had come here for a lovely dinner a while agoSo thought we'd try their..."

The Incredible Edible

"Loved everything, warm friendly staff, had a great chat with the barman while our table was being prepared & enjoyed a complimentary glass of bubbles..."

Michelle Small

"This is by far one of the best quality restaurants we have been to.The service was very professional; the waiters for super nice and very..."

Amanda Lee

"Came here for a babyshower and while there were a bit of hiccups the manager came and apologized and looked after us to make sure everything went ..."

Candii Cao

"I am beyond satisfied with the food and service we received at Ostro. When ever a duck dish is available, I take the opportunity to order it, and so..."

Karen

"Ostro is a top spot down in Britomart with a great view of the harbour and a nice bar area if you're just after a drink. Everything ice been for..."

Foodathon

"Ok, ok hold the truck up and get ready for some deep and meaningful chat about Beef Wellington here! I LOVE BEEF WELLINGTON! It's hard to find a..."

Alwayseating

"We went to Ostro for dinner on a Monday night and we couldn't believe how busy they were despite the bad weather. Me and my partner had in mind a..."

Good Advisor

"Didn't find this place too outstanding, except that the restaurant is elevated on the second level of the building and the view overlooks the ports..."

Rachel

"We visited Ostro for one of our work lunches. For the starters, we ordered some cocktails and appetisers. Wanting to try something exotic, I went for..."

Danny

"Monday night treats with my girls! Came here after work for an amazing Duck delicacy. The flavours were perfect and the portion was decent. I had the..."

Shanzay

"Hadn't been in a while after not being overly impressed on previous visits, however had a great meal last night. Tuesday night and really buzzy and..."

Bridgee

"Ostro is a beautiful restaurant with an incredible scenery!! The food while very good, was not worth the price you had to pay. The one problem I had..."

Sophie Ly

"Amazing food here, their steak selection is off the roof also. If you are after a meal to impress or some delicious comfort food, this is..."

Tony Ma

"Loved the view and atmosphereVery friendly waitor- tall figure with curly hair and glasses? He was so fab made us feel welcome and attended..."

Thegreeats

"Love Ostro! One of Auckland's finest... amazing views of the harbour, fantastic service, stylish modern decor, exceptional food & drinks. Can't go..."

Maggie Law

"Even after reservation they took some time to provide service. Pretty odd because the place wasn't crazy busy. The general dining atmosphere is..."

Issie

"Can't say I was that impressed with this place. Nice building, views and the service was good, but the food left me wanting. We were a large group..."

Lee Marshall

"Organized a family lunch for my birthday here at Ostro and the view and atmosphere was lovely. To start I had the pork cheeks which were delicious,..."

Chloé Manihera

"Very busy Sunday night however were able to squeeze inn and wasn't able to book as they didn't answer phone? But definitely need more staff as they..."

Paris

"Overall a different kind of view with the shipping containers and the seaview. Good attentive table service, good food, slightly noisy but good..."

ShoRt

"Four of us tried Ostro on a wet Saturday night. We were greeted warmly and were directed to a table with views over the harbour, part of the table..."

Austin

"First time at Ostro and it was a really nice experience Outside on the balcony with a perfect day the service was excellent and the Tuna starter..."

David Thompson

"Went to Ostro on a whim with mum one night- was definitely dressed too casual but was greeted by a hostess very warmly. Didn't have a booking but was..."

Moeka Lee

"Great location, Delicious mains especially the lamb. The duck entree is horrible. The salads are average at best our favourite is the Tuna salad...."

Gaeth Al

"Sadly we were left really underwhelmed by this much hyped venue. Food didn't impress, nor did service or the drafty cold space (especially in..."

Zoe Bowker

"Came here for my birthday back in September. The seared tuna was great although a bit overkill on the edemame. The duck ravioli was nice and the..."

Lacey Thompson

"I’m rewriting this review because i love the restaurant and the food today. It was such a perfect lunch spot, and the weather absolutely supported..."

Jenny Da

"We came here for lunch.... The view when sitting outside is awesome ... We started with the bread and seaweed butter... Then shared 6 different..."

Donna&Shane

"Absolutely love this place. We went there first time with group of friends after work for drinks and it didn't disappoint us. Place is buzzy and a..."

Disha

"After-workout-lunch !Miso Shrimp Salad - so yummy! The Duck a l'orange was juicy and extremely tasty🍽 the beautiful sea view enhanced my meal...."

JJJiiiiAn

"Really great dinner out here for business. Recommend trying for a window seat, the view is stunning. I had the white bait fritter entree - it was..."

James

"This place is amazing. Great location great atmosphere and good food. The service is excellent and it has a good positive vibe to it. Would highly..."

Kathleen Joyce-Reweti

"YUM! This place has an outstanding atmosphere with sweeping sea and city views, and food that is just amazing. Recommend the seafood for two...."

EpiCurious

"Best night Thankyou to the wonderful team, All Blacks and meeting my Irish bestie ! Champagne bottles , Chardonnay all served with a chat and a smile..."

Robbie Ross

"A friend and I went to Ostro for dinner on Friday night, and we had such a fun time! Set on the second floor, this large, open plan restaurant has..."

L.E.N.S

"We had dinner with another couple here on a Thursday night recently, having booked online a few weeks earlier for 8pm which was confirmed by the..."

Wolfie W

"Went here for a work lunch on Wednesday lunchtime. The food itself was pretty good. For starters we had the ceviche was which amazing. The other..."

Josh Law

"Second time around. Fantastic service. Tuna yum. Sashimi needed more lemon for my taste. Whitebait fritter was an omelette and too eggy. Snapper nice..."

John

"Great seafood done really good! million dollar views whilst you eat! you gotta love this place for their professionalism and where they have placed..."

Gidz Khalifa

"I had my birthday dinner party at Ostro. It was a party of 10+ and they were very accommodating in holding our table when we were (typically) running..."

Campbell Ecklein

"Definitely a must visit for fine dining and atmosphere in Auckland! the food is divine and is a place of distinction. I had a few bits and bobs off..."

GideonMarisa MasterchefNz2015

"I had high expectations for this place, but unfortunately I was disappointed with the food. The interior however is great - modern, sleek, industrial..."

Charlene Weaver

"Our daughter took us there to celebrate the Father's Day. We have the table which was quite and have a good view to the outside.We had..."

Glutton

"Ostro does amazing food, particularly if you're looking for a fancier than usual dinner. I've been twice for dinner with friends, but also tried some..."

Vivien @ KJAS Blog

"I really like Ostro. Good atmosphere, good view, good food. We had a table that looked out to the harbor, very romantic. The music nice, not too..."

FlyingMonkey

"Really nice place for dinner. We had a perfect table looking out to the water. The duck ravioli was my favourite dish and the lamb was also..."

Tessa Hall

"Ostro was absolutely fantastic! Great meal, great view and great service! Ordered the Wakanui Scotch with a side of Sautéed Mushrooms and it was..."

Andrea Fernandez

"Always a 5/5 here! Amazing food and a great atmosphere. Loved the extra effort that was made by our waiter and the added birthday candle into the..."

Louise MacNaughton

"Amazing local produce that is cooked with care and flair. Even in a cold winter night the restaurant is fun and busy. Service is great and drinks are..."

Dumba

"I’ve booked my bosses in for meetings and drinks at Ostro before but had never actually been in myself. It’s hidden away in the Seafarers..."

Miss Charlotte Cake

"First visit to the Ostro and loved it. Experienced a beautiful hospo environment and friendly customer services. Will love to go there again. Price..."

Justin Leung

"I picked a great time to give this place a whirl. Lunching early on a weekend meant that my party had the terrace to itself. It was a cracker of a..."

Auckland Foodie

"Very tasteful, modern decor with a gorgeous view of the harbour. The live band was an extra special touch that really added to the ambience. The food..."

Eden Wood

"We went with friends on a Friday night to celebrate their engagement. For us this was a great special occasion restaurant. Together we shared a..."

Table For Two

"Wednesday night dinner for two. What a treat! We shared ox tongue entrée, and each had the gorgeous lamp rump for main. The ox tongue was enjoyable,..."

Sarah

"Very nice setup with great staff, interior and views. High endish.Good range of seafood and no seafood main options. Mushroom gnocci and..."

FoodiePhysician

"Ostro is great for a cold winter Sat evening. Arrived early and had a nice drink at the bar (cocktail making is a real show). We were seated by the..."

Fylde

"Gorgeous place - I went in the evening so missed out on those infamous views over the water but very cool view over the city. Had the beetroot salad..."

Emily Pavey

"We have been on this place few times. The food is always great, the place has a nice view to the sea and in my opinion they serve the best duck in..."

Eduardo Dias

"My partner booked us in for a date night at Ostro and I wasn’t sure what to expect. When I was arrived I was amazed by the incredible views. It was..."

Jess Pendergrast

"The restaurant's wonderful senior waitress, Tatum will make your experience the great one. You must try their Bellini Cocktail, Clams, Beef Brisket..."

Ashish Bijwe

"Great venue, although a little cramped and can be fairly loud. Have eaten here a number of times and each visit was tasty. The menu isn't very..."

Geoff Cronhelm

"After dinner, we decided to have pre drinks here before work with some co workers at the end of last year. We chose to sit outside in their..."

NYNB

"Finally made it to Ostro for lunch. Lucky enough to have a table by the window. Glorious view of the harbour even on a grey day! We had the Express..."

Irish Eyes

"I first visited Ostro for a date night with my partner, where we enjoyed a lovely meal of Grilled Chicken and Pan Fried Snapper along with cocktails..."

Sophia

"The outlook is fantastic and really makes the experience especially on a cold wet night! Have dined for dinner on two separate occasions with groups...."

Jo Y

"Came here for high tea with my girlfriends. The view was really nice and the food was really good and nicely presented. The clotted cream..."

Aniva Huang

"What a cool place! A group of us couldn't get a table till 9pm which initially I was a little put off about but I wanted a table with a view of the..."

Vanessa Morris

"Eaten here a couple of times food is good and a nice atmosphere, good views over the harbour. As you come into the entrance it is up a few flights of..."

Andy Thomson

"One of the best Oysters I have ever had ! And the lamb was perfect. Over all a good lunch! I would surely go back ! Make sure you try the..."

Syd

"I had seen and heard so many great things about Ostro before I had the chance to go, and couldn't wait to try it for myself. When I go to a..."

Rhiannon Baldock

"Went with 7 friends for high tea in summer for a different venue and to try Josh E's take on high tea - expectations high! Lovely view on beautiful..."

Tischris

"Good environment and nice view if you sitting outside. Seafood platter just average but the fish salad is very yummy. Cost is not very high...."

申小迪

"This is the restaurant you'd want to visit if you're feeling fancy or want to impress a date. The food is always perfect (considering the price it..."

Emmy Ren

"Had a great night here with the girls - waiter was amuzing, and while I was struggling with the menu he recommended the duck, which was to die for -..."

Keryn P.

"I died and went to heaven when I had their duck. It was perfectly cooked and full of flavour - easily the best duck I've had so far. I really enjoyed..."

Ellie

"Savannah Bone in Scotch with Bone Marrow. Savannah Bone in Scotch (for two), bone marrow, caramelised shallot and PX sherry, grass fed, dry aged,..."

All About Food Blog

"Top Notch Food. I don't visit the CBD often, so when I do I want to make the make of the trip. There were 6 diners in our party. We we warmly greeted..."

Keith Eades

"Our short visit to Auckland became that much more memorable because of Ostro Brasserie & Bar . They served great food, had great service and provided..."

All About Food Blog

"Swung by here for a work lunch one sunny day. After some confusion, we settled at the city terrace which seemed pretty quiet and empty. Had a..."

Kwan-Lyn

"Had the set menu. Costed $105 and is worth it! The Tahitian Tuna was fresh and tasted as good as the tuna I had in Tahiti. I was being unadventurous..."

Kaushik Shekar

"great views and trendy interior. Your waiters are hip and the food is great. This is not your fine dining, nor does it pretend to be, but a great..."

Franck Hesse

"Sexy, chic and cool. International flair. Expansive views over a bustling port. This places just oozes class from every pore. A great space with bar..."

Frank

"Awesome food ! Would definitely recommend if you want to go somewhere nice the view is amazing out to the waterfront and really nice atmosphere..."

Sarah Leakey

"Great views but hard to find from the street. We came at a very busy time, so the service could have been more prompt. The food was delicious though...."

Maryana Hamilton

"Food - 3.5/5 beef rib was good, very tender, sweet sticky. Scotch w marrow was perfeclty cooked, didnt love the sauce. Pork belly was so-so, needed..."

Charlee Brown

"I'd been told that Ostro was a really great eaterie to have dinner at with freinds. That it was buzzing with life and the food was great. Well it..."

Tony Frost

"Definitely one of the best restaurants in the city - hands down. Friendly service, unpretentious, unique and locally-sourced ingredients that make up..."

Adeline

"Had lunch there yesterdayIt was a bit of a mixtureLots of staff but a lack of controlThe food was in the main very good or..."

Glenn Town

"The place is just meh. I think it gets a long on josh emett's name. We had the ox tongue two ways which was a saving grace. The tuna, pie & poussin..."

Kezia Lobo

"The snapper with chilli peppers was absolute perfection. Also I'm strictly paleo and without asking the staff at Ostro brought me this beautiful and..."

Philip Fierlinger

"Dank, Manky stairs give a false first impression of this satisfyingly good eatery. A large room with big windows and terrace overlooking wonderful..."

Flowergirl69

"The view, the service and the decor is stunning! The foods awesome and the cocktails are great aswell. Can be a little pricey but well worth..."

Cole Saunders

"definitely high fine dining. All the food here are lovely and enjoyable to eat. I love sitting next to the waterfront especially on a sunny day over..."

Sarah

"I was recently invited out to dinner at Seafarers Ostro restaurant in Britomart and…FLASH!! Now I am not a flashy person in any way so walking in..."

Oli Dowthwaite

"When we ventured up the rickety elevator to ostro we had no idea what to expect, my mind had conjured up pictures from what I had heard or read of a..."

Frequency

"Too many people talk about Ostro so we have decided to give it a try. Restaurant : Beautiful design, simple and effective. Great idea to place Bar in..."

Slavka Yildiz

"We went to Ostro a few days ago - at lunchtime, to try their Auckland Restaurant Month deal. Two courses for $55. The Kingfish entree was quite..."

Jean HH

"Was a little bit apprehensive as some of the more negative reviews compared Ostro unfavourably with Rata, and we had loved Rata earlier in the..."

Sarah Bronte

"Fantastic service and sophisticated but unpretentious food. We came to this restaurant having been turned away rather rudely from Cafe..."

La Grizette

"Outstanding menu - at last some great taste sensations at a reasonable price. Lamb shoulder for two was as good as any I have ever had - superb touch..."

Scott Macindoe

"Having looked at many reviews I wondered if Ostro was going to live up to my expectations of Josh. To start we tried the web site booking system..."

Chris H.

"I organised my graduation dinner here which was obviously an important occasion. Our table was in the best location of the resteraunt, our waiter was..."

Jenna Roake

"Starting with some advice.Drinks from what we saw was quite expensive, pre made cocktails in the bottle were cute but personally preferred..."

Angela Lina

"We had our parents 50 wedding anniversary at Ostro Restaurant, we had a fantastic evening overlooking the harbour with a balcony seat. Our waiter was..."

Carol Clausen

"We had dinner with our friends who were up from the South Island on Sunday night before Bruno Mars concert. What an experience! the staff were..."

Kerri McCabe

"We visited Ostro to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We went for lunch, at 12.30 had a great table over looking the harbour, I recommend this time..."

Natasha Mccomb

"I had read the varied reviews for the restaurant before tasting for myself. After the experience I would have to side with those who had positive..."

Gus

"Took my family there for a celebratory dinner and could not fault the experience. Great space, attentive and friendly service and the food was very,..."

Jeremy Palmer

"Lunched here on Saturday with friends, the service was so friendly and the food met all our expectations. 3 of the party had the duck pasta as an..."

Lea Worth

"Delicious food, portions are quite small but as expected of fine dining. Service was amazing, there was a small fly in my glass of wine and when I..."

Olive M

"I was a bit worried to try Ostro after reading bad reviews, I am glad that I tried this place! Food, service and views are amazing! We had steak and..."

Olia Madigan

"Lunch on Sunday.The food was outstanding, we had great expectations after having had dinner at RATA in Queenstown, a sister..."

Herman Z

"Well we finally managed to get a table at Ostro last Saturday night after booking 4 weeks ago! So our party of 8 fronted to Josh Emett’s latest..."

Geoff Lawson

"I was a member of a party of 5 folks in their twilight years who had specifically made a booking a few weeks before for a special night out. ..."

Evelyn White

"Amazing food great service, this will be my new local, and I cannot recommend Ostro to enough people.Oysters were beautiful and massive,..."

Joshua

"Went there unexpectedly. Finished work late Friday evening and was feeling like a bite. Headed along Tyler Street and walked past a friendly well..."

Chris T

"The views and location are amazing. The staff less so. On arrival I had to wait 3-4 minutes for the staff to stop chatting... one waiter even asked..."

Paul

"A fantastic experience. The restaurant was fully booked when we tried to reserve a table at 3pm for this evening. The staff were great to fit us in...."

David Pacey

"6 Nov 2013. Without realising this was the first night open to public, we'd decided to check out Josh's new restaurant, Ostro. Well, what a treat!..."

Nick

"nice view, awesome oyster. The service is not that great. Waiters and waitresses are always busy. A nice dinning place, had a good night..."

Perlie Hu

"Had a wonderful night at Ostro with two of my friends. We were all looking forward to Ostro and it did not disappoint!I booked a table..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"Fab location. Great waterscape vista. Really good..."

Andy Edmunds

"Ostro is one of my favourite restaurants in Auckland. Located in the seafarer's building, it looks over the stunning Auckland wharf. I love..."

Jennifer Manalo

"A fantastic location overlooking the harbour..we had a cruise liner in that day...and sunny! Well the food was divine...delicate and fresh..although..."

Nickinoo

"Snapper was great but friend disappointed by the burger, also pork chop a little over. But the atmosphere is amazing and the view is to die for...."

Justine

"I had been wanting to try Ostro for a while, I had been there for drinks before but was keen to try the menu. The menu is heavily seafood based and..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"We went to Ostro last night to celebrate our wedding. It was an amazing day, which was topped off by our experience at Ostro. We had dinner with..."

Natalie

"On arrival, everything screams FRESH - the view, the sleek bar, the raw bar...I guess partly due to the fact that it's so new but partly because of..."

Kate W

"Only went there once but felt everything was done right. We didn't have a booking so I gave my phone number over and in the mean time and..."

Tessa Bailey-Lont

"Britomart is truly becoming the new hip place to be. Although Federal Street is giving it a run for the money, the development of Britomart precinct..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"I intend to do a fuller review of Ostro on repeat visits, but for now I thought I could give a brief run down. Ostro is a restaurant that fits within..."

Trace

"The food is great. Ordered the beef Wellington and tastes great. But just realized there is no special gift for birthday person. What’s more, if..."

Fang Yixuan

"Went here for family lunch on daughter birthday. Very impressive. Started with the seafood platter and lobster toast yummy. Lobster toast is a must..."

Fred O

"Food was absolutely amazing. However, the service was disaster. Service: Lunch time was extremely under staffed. We kept looking for our waiter and..."

Lilian Monaghan

"On a Saturday afternoon around 3pm we wandered for lunch into Ostro. This place has a great view of the Waitemata harbour and you have the option to..."

Dr. Subhash Chand

"Lovely restaurant with great food. Best beef Wellington I’ve ever had. We went twice on a weekend and the beef Wellington was sold out and were..."

Sara Rozario

"Good spot, great food and service. Our waitress was excellent , attentive and very helpful with our food choices. We arrived rather early & was..."

Gary O'Brien

"We dined out at Ostro Brasserie & Bar in Britomart precinct and was instantly impressed with the service and restaurant interior as soon as we..."

Taylar W

"We come here for a friends birthday as we have read from the urban list it's one of the best places for a Sunday roast dinner on Auckland. The roast..."

Kris

"Lovely location. Great food, and even better service. We thoroughly enjoyed our Saturday Sipsters lunch here. A must-do restaurant.. Oh, and a..."

Vinay Gupta

"Was there for a work function. Food was amazing and our lovely Scottish waitress was so attentive. I didn't take a picture of the carpaccio but it..."

E

"- Great service, best oysters in town, grilled market fish & lobster n snapper pie were outstanding. - Saturday Sipsters : great deal, so good! In..."

Amali Mardon

"Was planning to have Sunday roast menu(started on 2july), need to book at least 8hours in advance, unfortunately we did not book, end up we had..."

Yoomin Law

"Great service and views. Sides are pretty good tastes and the beef Wellington is ok. They also give birthday person a little cute cake..."

Cihang Zhang

"Beautiful dining experience with amazing views over Auckland Harbour. Food and drink were amaaazing, steak cooked to how i wanted. The duck starter..."

Celia Chan

"Everything was perfect. I have never been to Ostro before and that was my first time there, I invited a friend as well. We came for the beef..."

Rosie When

"Amazing view, great staff. This is fine dining so you are looking to spend on a main and side in terms of portion size. My wife who isn't usually..."

Matt Aldridge

"One of my favourite restaurants in Auckland despite the fact I have never been able to order the beef wellington. Its always sold out before I get..."

Kelv

"Really nice place. Amazing food and wonderful customer service. It's expensive but worth..."

William W. Perez Rivero

"Great location, atmosphere and food. My friends took me here first for my birthday and since then whenever there's an occasion or just coz we feel..."

Kriselda Puyat

Lemongrass Cuisine

"Had the panang curry, i literally could have ate bowl upon bowl of this delicious curry sauce. Soooooo good!! Also had the pad med mamuang, just so..."

Sharon

"We are lucky to live nearby and Lemon Grass is a total gem! Their Thai food is amazing and we’ve often fed large groups easily with a wide variety..."

Anna Hinehou

"Can't name specific dishes but have enjoyed both a quiet sit down and takeaways from LG. The mixed entrees etc. always nice.The ladies (all..."

Hot_pans

"Our family favourite restaurant. Our local. If you love a great duck curry. This is the place. My partner can’t go past the Rendang. Amazing...."

N_ Irie

"Great food, tasty entrees and the best char kuey teow we've tasted. Service was great, friendly and efficient. Food tasted fresh. Will definitely go..."

Helen King

"Great place to come the staff are so welcoming and attentive. We had the Tom Yum and Prawns to start both were amazing. Tom Yum full flavoured and..."

Nazia

"absolutely amazing would highly recommend staff are amazing friendly food has always been good never had any issues! :) the chicken udon has to be..."

Jessie M-j

"Lemongrass is a great little local - super-friendly staff and really yummy food. A good mix of Thai, Malay and fresh fish and chips. Also has a cosy..."

Steph Korucu

"Just picked up takeaways from Lemon Grass and was very pleased! Ordered the entree size chicken Tom kha the flavour was beautiful and size was..."

Kama Aliska Scretching

"Fresh and delicious. Great Pad Thai, great Laksa and lovely service. Always nice a hot when you take it home, tasty and fresh. Great value for money..."

Cat

"Drive past this place every day and finally decided to try it. Service was so friendly - walked out with a smile on my face. Pad Thai definitely a..."

Eeram

"Our favourite local Thai shop! Great customer service and fabulous food. The phad Thai is always a must have and many of the curries are incredible!..."

Hannah Van Crasbeek

"I'm a regular at Lemon Grass and it never disappoints! The crispy chicken salad and Mi Gorang are amazing. Took my partner here for the first time..."

Annie

"Don't usually go out for Thai as I find the food has been quite oily and bland, however the food here tasted fresh and authentic. The service..."

Min Redier Khanthee

"This is a small place located near Unitec, Mt Albert.You would not notice Lemon Grass unless you are looking in the direction where it is..."

Aabhas Dole

"The food I tried (Pad Thai and Fried Rice) were absolutely delicious and rather different (in a good way!). I was really impressed with the extremely..."

Ava W-l

"I absolutely loved the meal I have just eaten tonight, prawn pad thai made thai hot, even the hot chips they make taste like they've been cooked in..."

Angelique

"Lemon grass Thai is amazing! It's tasty with traditional thai cuisine ingredients. Their chicken cashew stir fry is delish! I would definitely..."

Kate Hill

"I was very impressed with Lemon Grass. Had nasi goreng and mussaman curry to share as takeaways last night. Perfectly spiced in my opinion and the..."

Heidi

"My partner and I went for dinner last night - birthday celebration. We live just around the corner and have been meaning to try it. The staff was..."

Hannah Powell

"Lemon Grass is our absolute favourite Thai! We feel so lucky that are just up the road. The staff are so genuine and kind, remembering our favourite..."

Victoria Tupou

"Very good Malaysian food and pleasant friendly service. The Tom yum soup was full of flavour and a generous amount of prawns (3). Restaurant wasn't..."

Jo Y

"This place offers one of the best Tom Yum soups I have tasted in a long time. The favors were deep and fresh and I could have had a couple of..."

David Boshier

"Wow I had hear the buzz locally about this place so checked it out early on Saturday night it was amazing. The portions were huge, the prices very..."

Etomia Wilson

"Ian GThis is the cleanest best little Thai Resturant I have ever seen!Yummy and cheap - highly recommended. Great pad Thai..."

Ian Grant

"Friendly staff and nice food...."

Azwhayn Nirvana Skye

"Really really good food.Love the staff, super friendly and seem to really care about the food.My faves are the the seafood laksa, pad ped..."

Eat Eat

"Beautiful food, cooked with heart by two lovely women. Really friendly and inviting atmosphere. Generous portions, quality ingredients, fresh..."

Clare

"Outstanding food and value for money. Restaurant quality Thai dishes at little more than takeaway price. Nice atmosphere in the little dining room...."

Robert Perry

"Great little spot to dine in and the food was delicious and the value was alright, just beware the small sizes (entre size) is quite small but it's..."

B.E.V Birds eye View

"Beautiful fish, fresh and perfectly cooked snapper and terakihi. Chips were a touch undercooked but still..."

Emma Watt

"Delicious food and not too expensive. Generous..."

Allister Ngim

"Exquisitely incredibly rich and flavoursome dishes. One of my favourite restaurants in my life. The owner is a very kind, friendly and beautiful..."

Oksana Konoval dylanyvanka

"Stumbled across this gem of a place, super friendly, best spring rolls I’ve ever had, super fresh food and ingredients, delicious satay chicken,..."

Benjamin Spray

"Wow, what an incredible experience we had tonight at lemongrass. The service from the young sir was impeccable. The food crafted by the team out the..."

Isabella Elima

"Great good, very consistent over many years. BYO restaurant next to kitchen with poor extraction so you get the full aroma of what they are cooking...."

Cameron McDowell

"Not gonna lie, very impressed with this place. We had mee goreng and laksa and they were both delicious. Already wanna order more! Coming back again..."

Namfon Kumsem

"The most comforting restaurant with the most friendliest staff I've been to. I promise you there isn't going to be anywhere else that you have Tom..."

Priyonty Irfan

"Delicious! We are in town for a few weeks and have already been back a second time. We highly recommend the Lemon grass udon noodles and yellow curry..."

Brianna Leever

"Can't believe I didn't try this place sooner. The Mee Goreng and Beef Rendang were both delicious. I just got back from Malaysia and I think this was..."

Llewellyn Sims Johns

"I always go back to this place. Really good..."

Lismary Perez

"Love the Choo chee, the salad and the wok. First time here but I’m coming back 100%. The whole staff is really..."

Fred Guevara

"I tried their traditional Nasi goreng twice here, certainly would recommend it to anyone. It's very tasty and a huge potion. You can probably share 2..."

Savindi Wijenayaka

"Wonderful staff , delicious food , love this place..."

Salinda

"I loved the Nasi Goreng! Big portion enough for two, maybe if you’re really hungry add some starter. Really friendly staff. 😊 kopkun..."

Pedro Marques

"We live locally and thus place is without a doubt my favorite takeaway in the mt albert area, ot is also pleasant to dine in. The food us very fresh..."

elizabeth eason

Sam Woo Vietnamese Cafe

86/100 (1814 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"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

Ken Yakitori Bar K'rd

Yakitori (Grilled Skewers)

"This is truly an authentic Japanese restaurant!!! Not only the dishes, but also the atmosphere and customer service are great and they really bring..."

Chanmy

"We just love the place. Most of the time when we go out for a concert or similar we kind of start the evening here. Like to sit on the bar, watching..."

Evilmaikel

"We weren’t sure what to expect when I chose this restaurant but we both were so happy we tried it. The food was all fresh and delicious and..."

Tiges

"Always good. No, it's not pretentious and "upmarket", and doesn't do "Cuisine", but it serves the essential food groups needed by humans (beer and..."

Hylton White

"Oh my gosh, what a meal. Everything was so tender and well made, karaage chicken was to die for and I've never tasted better yum yum prawns! The sake..."

Carlito

"Just a pit stop before a night out, my mate really recommends Anzac Ave branch though but we were closer to here. Nice warm welcome coming through..."

Jeffie

"i like this Ken the best out of the 3 locations. Been coming here since 2008. Favorite is prawn and pork skewer and non-alcoholic Asahi dry japanese..."

Mojo Jade

"A real funky place to go to, really buzzy and the place was pumping. Friendly service. Great skewers. Great place to go try a new style of Japanese...."

Foodie_1110

"Very busy downstairs so sat upstairs and it was quite breezy up there which was not great during winter. Good service but some of the waitresses..."

Georgia Brown

"My husband and I love Kens and has been a family favourite for years! The food is amazing, and the service is always great. We recommend the..."

Ashleigh Rogers

"Despite having a full restaurant, the staff managed to serve my repeated orders and questions without any problems. I have eaten my fair share of..."

FoodWithPerspective

"One of my favorite Japanese places! we came here with a group of 5 people and just ordered lots of little things to share. We ordered the..."

Ghost Reviewer

"Awesome staff, Awesome Yakitori Chef,and awesome foods.... the skewers grilled infornt of you and the beers. Has become one of my fav spot. ..."

FroZen HeAt

"If you're not aware of the story, this guy Ken opened a yakitori bar and I dined at it last night.I had the 5 skewer combo and the chicken..."

Cookie

"How did I not go to this place till now? Awesome atmosphere. Great service and very reasonably priced and delicious food. Try their fried chicken and..."

Amit Tripuraneni

"Taste 3.5Environment 3Value 2Service 4It's just perfect to have snacks in such places. The flavour is natural and authentic,..."

Kelly

"Ken Yakitori has an amazing array of foods you can put on a stick ! its not the sort of place you want to drop by for lunch but more a social dinner..."

GideonMarisa MasterchefNz2015

"Friendly service and very tasty food. Amount of food is very small and expansive. Good place to grab beer and light dishes. Recommend to go on..."

Brave Eat

"Lots of atmosphere but the food was a bit of a let down. Small portions (to be expected) but flavour wise - missing a little something, and you have..."

Ryan

"A nice experience, similar to Tanukis cave. It does take a bit to fill you up so perhaps go for something else if you're on a budget. Always nice for..."

Victoria

"There are two KEN bar in city central. One at ANZAC AVE and another one at K rd. I've been that Anzac one several times and 3-4 times at k rd. i..."

Acuario MI

"I enjoyed foods, serves and the atmosphere, but price was quite high... I would say it is a must-go japanese restaurant, if you have money. They got..."

Ryan Wu

"Happened upon this spot since we where nearby and needed some dinner! It looked inviting from the outside and we weren't disappointed inside with..."

Frank

"I come here almost every week (sometimes more them once :P), with who ever I can bring! Normally my boyfriend, but otherwise my sister or friends..."

Angela Irene

"Really character place with amazing meat barbecue. Sake and Japanese beers are awesome as well. Prices could be slight reduced but still good..."

Mitch Armstrong

"We have been going to Ken's almost every Sunday for the past 4 years. The food is fantastic from both the kitchen and the Yakitori grill. The Tuna..."

RoseMT

"We have been here quite a few times, normally as a group so we are seated upstairs.I do like the format in a group environment - you order..."

RH

"Fun place to take friends visiting Auckland as its a bit different than your run of the mill Japanese restaurant. Casual, fast, yum and cheap. Have..."

Shellee Arnold

"Great food worth the..."

Mozzibee

"went with work collegues- 10 x hospo staff. sapporo on tap is the best. food great.service great. prices, even..."

Hemi Whyte

"A really good inexpensive night out for dinner. Don't come expecting the full blown Tepanyaki experience as some people did when they sat down to..."

Matthew

"Love it, love it, love it. VERY casual, food is fantastic, you've gotta try the prawns wrapped in bacon on skewers & the broccoli salad. We eat..."

Steph

"Awesome place - I would go there again. I think some dishes are a little over priced but free cabbage was nice. food was fresh and delicious though -..."

Lauren

"Cute hole-in-the-wall yakitori restaurant with tasty dishes at reasonable prices. By no means upmarket, but satisfying if you are looking for a..."

Chloe Lim

"Superb ambiance and staff. It took quite a while for our vegetable tempura to be served but other than that, everything was perfect. The dishes that..."

Virgenie Coneras

"Japanese style delicate flavours the skewers are absolutely yummy deep fry Camembert with a side pineapple jam broccoli with sesame sauce are my..."

Rebeca Rojas

"I am always keen to try new yaki tori bars anywhere I go. This one was a pleasant experience, ordered three types of yaki tori and the one I mostly..."

Mauricio Kimura

"It's like stepping into a little pocket of Japan. I really enjoy the slower pace of this place. And ordering a few things at a time. They have a top..."

Mariah Templonuevo

"Good food. The tataki was slightly spicy making it better than usual. Would recommend for a chilled night..."

Jay Kim

"I liked the table that sits down on the floor designed for a group of about 8-10. Music playing in the background was very diverse from pop to..."

Mitchell La'ulu

"Amazing food here, great spot for a large group, but if it is a large group it is one bill per table. Menu is amazing, especially I rate then beef..."

Dylan Weymouth

"The Best an most authentic Yakitori Bar I have found in a while! The Staff are Japanese, super friendly, and the Sapporo & Asahi on tap is highly..."

DJ Christonite Boginikua

"Good Food and friendly staff, came to Auckland a week ago went to 2 times, very enjoyed my..."

Chris Wan

"Do not make my mistake Yakitori on back page :-) huge selection. House sale very nice hot. Have Asahi on tap. Prices great, food was so good..."

JD (Digilifeduo)

"I like their beef Tongue 😝 that I always go back for. There are counter seats where you can enjoy your meal n watching grilling yakitori. But the..."

Summer Shimizu

"Awesome atmosphere and the food never disappoints, service was ok they were training new staff so it wasn't as good as usual, but didn't affect the..."

Lloyd Brown

"Awesome spot, can't rate highly enough. Very busy and recommend booking in advance, food is amazing and very..."

Dan Baker

"Great food and plum wine. Friendly service and an authentic experience. You can sit and watch the yakitori being cooked over coals at the bar. I..."

Keith Davis

"Food was good, service was outstanding and good buzz. One of the better Yakitori bars in Auckland and the best in the CBD by..."

Spencer Willis

"Awesome place, nice decor. Friendly waitress. Ordered okonomiyaki, beef curry and miso, very delicious and scrumptious. It's been over 5 years since..."

James “japansplash” Taylor

"Ken Yakitori K Rd is always a go to for us when we can’t be bothered cooking. The food is..."

Jeremy Armstrong

Blue Elephant Thai Restaurant Parnell

86/100 (1967 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"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..."

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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

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

Taiko Japanese Restaurant & Bar

Accepts American Express

Seating

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

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

Takapuna Beach Cafe

86/100 (9161 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Amazing view by the beach, always busy, great dessert , friendly..."

Rex Chen

"Always a great choice for brunch. Love the outdoor seating on a good day, dog friendly. Their ice cream is also superb...."

Bella Qian

"An excellent experience while enjoying my conversation with my best friend along the beach. The salmon was cooked well and the beef burger served as..."

Jinjing Fang

"The ambience and view is lovely from the outside area! The red cabbage on the fish of the day was quite bitter and portion size was small. The fish..."

Renie

"One of the most popular cafes in Takapuna with the most gorgeous view.Service: 10/10We were immediately seated on a busy Saturday..."

Grace Huang

"The food here is always beautifully presented and very tasty. It is so nice sitting there by the beach. Unfortunately it is very expensive...."

Deborahruttenberg

"Situated right on the beach, this place is ideal for beach goers wanting a bite to eat. Taka beach cafe is top quality, with sparkling water (my..."

Emily-Therese Joines

"Came here for brunch and was stunned. The service was quick as they took note of each customer as they sat down. Our glasses were quickly filled with..."

Tasteful Seconds By Kyrsta Lynn

"I have not been to Takapuna beach cafe for months now due to the last not so nice experience. Cafe seemed quite different to before with the same..."

Ellie

"Amazing food and pleasant..."

GPark

"Great location in Takapuna looking out over the beach.This is one busy place! The staff do exceptionally well to keep tables churning over...."

Lucy Preston

"I haven't visited for some time, used to have no complaints about food or staff, especially it's near home with relaxing beach view, unfortunately..."

Cookie Monster

"An amazing place to sip a coffee and enjoy the view. I feel like best place for relaxation and my little girl likes to try anything that's pink..."

JPK

"Takapuna beach cafe is somewhere I went a lot as a kid especially to 'the store' to get ice cream. Their ice cream is my absolute favourite and never..."

Karina

"This is a must go coffee spot in Takapuna. Reasonable priced coffee and priceless beautiful view. Buy an ice cream and walk on Takapuna beach is a..."

Becky Kuang

"Great spot for a lite/solid breaki, was rather peckish and decided to have the big boy “the grill” 👌 salsa was really good! Pointer to..."

David Mager

"Breakfast and Lunch, open 6:30am to 6:00pm.There are many beach cafes in Auckland. But the extensive and beautiful views of..."

May

"I came here for breakfast with a colleague a while ago. Situated in such a beautiful location & they take full advantage of this with an open-plan..."

TheMʌverick

"There arent words to describe how beautiful and surreal being at this place is. Staff are lovely, views are amazing and food is even better! Their..."

Karen

"I would be here everyday if i lived on the shore! Their food has never disappointed. I usually also get a deconstructed coffee which is something fun..."

Emily

"Came in today for a Waitangi Day brunch. We ordered the granola and the wagyu beef burger with a side of fries. The sauce that the burger came with..."

Rosanne Choy

"Visited the shop on public holiday and sunny day. perfect day for coffee and perfect pastry after walking along the beach. If you are in takapuna,..."

Selene Nguyen 🌸

"The best cafe in Takapuna beach:) i love iced coffee here so much as i can make my own(?) hahaha. I love to come here. View is nice. Kind staff...."

Alice In New Zealand

"[Lunch] 🇳🇿Takapuna Beach Cafe - 22 The Promenade, Takapuna, Auckland, New ZealandMenu:Fish and Chips (NZ$ 26)[Battered..."

Kevin Harland

"We’ve been here on the weekend Very nice food, friendly and lovely staff. Very nice view We would love to come Back here more often. recommend this..."

Tiffany

"If you want somewhere to eat on a beautiful day with a lovely view, atmosphere and great food and don’t mind spending a pretty penny for it - this..."

Mary Hodgson

"Absolutely delightful place to meet and have a quick bite or coffee. Frequent often, as the energy and ambiance are very special and for those who..."

Jaclyn Everett

"love this place! cozy, great staff and the coffee/food is delicious! Nice place and good coffee. Pretty tiny but fine to hang out and drink a cup and..."

Sainta Cooke

"9/11/18 - Ice creams are always the best hangover cure for me, especially having ice cream with special friend and sit in the beach was really nice..."

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"Great place to visit when the sun is shinning! A cafe with great views of the ocean! Beautiful ice creams with extra generous portions! Staff very..."

Beccs

"Me and my friends had lunch on Tuesday. I loved the atmosphere and fantastic view! We ordered Seafood pasta, Eggs Bene and Chocolate mousse crepes...."

Ana Lin

"Nice environment!!Staff is very excellent at customer service!!Food really good and awesome coffee.This place is recommended to bring family to head..."

Ling-Chen Fang

"Very busy environment. The food was great! I had the seafood pasta. Slightly pricey but had some good flavours. The fish and chips was also nice. The..."

Tan.ned

"Service was fantastic, incredible staff. The menu was great, lots of unique options. Food was plated beautifully and tasted great. I will definitely..."

Ricardo Christian

"Three of us had lunch on a very busy Saturday. The staff got us a table in about 30 seconds. Tables were all cleaned immediately by super attentive..."

Andrew Knott

"Definitely worth a visit or more!!Everything about this cafe in Takapuna was brilliant! I loved the atmosphere, it was next to a beach and..."

Niki Niki

"453 reviews and a rock hard 4.2 rating on Zomato. There's little to no need for my review.... No one needs this, let alone Takapuna cafe, but..."

Kieran

"The weather was great when we came here, we really savoured the view. Ordered their house hot chocolate, Agria rosti and beef burger. Hot chocolate..."

Blackpearl

"Worth the hype!Easily one of the best snapper i have had! The preparation was absolutely delicious! The carrot cake was picture perfect, with..."

Saurav Krishnan

"I love this place! The view is amazing and the atmosphere is super nice. I can’t remember which salad I had but it was hands out the nicest salad..."

Angela

"Wonderful cakes, iced drinks but very much on the expensive side! $10 for an iced drink may be a little too much for dessert, although they were..."

Lyla

"As always fantastic. I forget how good this place is. The coffee is worth every cent. The staff are friendly and efficient and really add to dining..."

Deb Ross

"A superb place to have your Sunday Breakfast by the Takapuna Beach.Tried the pumpkin pasta and Pancakes.Absolutely delicious..Do try there range of..."

Swati Loomba

"The location is great and it's definitely got the Takapuna opulence vibe to it. the food is typical cafe food, though my fish had a few painful bones..."

Jay

"Wonderful location and always busy with people spilling out waiting for tables, our wait was only 10mins so not too painful and worth the..."

Dale Spencer

"Amazing fresh pasta! Have been here twice in the past month and cannot fault. Lovely professional staff and great coffee! Plus Te view and fresh air..."

Bonny Sapphire

"This review is for the peanut butter chocolate ice cream which is amazing. So creamy and peanuty, with big huge chunks of chocolate. And not overly..."

Single P's Adventures

"A good place to visit after a nice hot tiring day at the beach during summers. The menu has a lot of options on refreshments and also on the mains...."

Shihana

"awesome location. easy to find. next to the beach. enough parking. fast service. friendly staff. Aside from my ice cream melting too quickly, the..."

100%legit

"It’s a shame that I did not take any photos of the food that I had. My friend and I went there for brunch and had fish and chips & handcut pasta...."

Kyuzizi

"My wife tells me we had food here along time ago... but today I'm just reviewing them on coffee and location.Location: you really can't..."

Warren

"Awesome location and ice cream next to the cafe after a perfect brunch. I come here frequently especially after a good night out. Great for..."

Tony Ma

"If we go to takapuna, we would absolutely go to grab a scoop of ice cream here! Great location and lovely view. Neither dining here nor take away,..."

IMwatermelon

"nice place with my best friends～hand cut pasta soooooo lovely～good view and better service～i real like the iced coffee～not too sweet and suit..."

Rico Shao

"Packed even for a Wednesday afternoon, I decided to visit to see what the hype was about. It took me awhile to decide the dish, and I asked..."

Oksana Zhang

"Came in here yesterday for lunch, had heard about this café located on the beachside of Takapuna. The views from the café are definitely amazing,..."

Navdeep

"Little on the pricy side but is amazing the food is always fresh and tastes amazing and has a nice view of the beach and also the staff is super..."

Aman

"If you wanna have nice food and appreciate one of the best views of Auckland, Takapuna Beach Cafe is the place. You'll be facing the..."

Diogo Reck

"Had breakfast here with a friend and the one dish that we recommend everyone to try is the scampi omelette. Big serves of scampi throughout the..."

Elmocookie

"Although a bit on the pricy side, the food is really good and service great as well. They even have an area where you can get ice cream or coffee on..."

Gracia

"Very relaxing cafe by the sea. A good choice of seating available inside and outside the cafe.Food selection is limited but dishes were..."

May Li Koo

"Great location as it is right on the beach and interesting menu. Staff are accomodating and attentive. Portions are quite large but the prices are a..."

Aimee.

"Good Service. Nice dish. Fast table turnover. Great view. Highly recommended. But. Yes you do need to pay a bit more for the excellence..."

Tanz

"This beauty, I wish we had more of these in Auckland.We went there for brunch on a good day, summer still hasn’t set in so we decided to sit..."

Disha

"Menu is always changing on this place and food is interesting - I do find it quite tricky to read and have to google some items but the more you..."

Holly Swallow

"burger is pretty good, really like the sauce inside ~ the chips also tasty. The drink I chose the coconut and mango mixed smoothie, a bit sweet for..."

Ziwei Jia

"It is lovely here - especially on a beautiful sunny day. Don't come here if you have a big appetite, you'll probably leave starving. Great for coffee..."

Sian Wichman

"What a fabulous spot for s catch up over a cafe or ice cream! Fantastic spot on a sunny day. The place is bright and sleek which automatically gives..."

I_like_pickles

"Just popped into the store for a coffee and donut, both of which were amazing.Friendly service with was very prompt. A busy and popular spot..."

Steph Coulton

"Been here so many times but never had a sit down meal here before! Not because it wasn't appealing, I usually rush after rowing training on the..."

Emma Willie Wilson

"Location is obviously fantastic, great place to be on a sunny morning. Was a little disappointed with coffee here before so have tried the smoothies..."

JamesC

"Nice place nice food ,they have many choices .the hot chocolate was fantastic really like it . If weather is ok can walk on the beach after you..."

Julie Chiu

"I went here for lunch today with my friend, the cafe is gorgeous situated right by the beach. Lots of seating inside and outside.The..."

Alysha Bower

"Out of all the times I've been to Takapuna beach, this is the first time I've actually been to this cafe. Came here with some friends for lunch...."

Queena

"Stylish cafe, friendly service and good location ✔️Our dishes looked beautiful and tasty✔️I have to go back again to try other..."

Chico

"Always a pleasure here. The views are fantastic, service is attentive when it's not full but it normally is full and we have to fend for ourselves...."

Anna

"Good, beautiful good food, great service, absolutely amazing view. Hard to find parking over summer, but really nice place. Highly..."

Dini

"An extremely popular destination which we visited today on recommendation. Great outlook with convenient parking. Reception was very good and the..."

OldGoatsKnowBest

"Beautiful cafe right next to the beach - always busy but mid-afternoon there is a bit of a lull. Service is friendly and fast - everything we ordered..."

Annie Zhou

"Living on the shore, Takapuna Beach Cafe is always on my top list for a brunch indulgence.Floor to ceiling windows allow you the panorama..."

Angel Deng Yun

"Visited cafe for the 1st time and without realising there are two seperate entrances we went to the entrance where we ordered ice cream, coffee and a..."

Annabell

"Got the eggs benny and the iced mocha today and was really happy with it! The iced mocha was served in a really cool way! The place was really busy..."

Mikayla Plaziuk

"Exceeded all expectations! Place was buzzing but there was no delay in service at all - they even offered to move us to a more sheltered place before..."

Eeram

"I love burgers so I had to try their beef burger and it was just so so - nothing special really. It would be better if there are lettuce, tomatoes,..."

Jilly

"I remember years ago I came here and I wasn't that impressed, the food was overpriced and not the best, but today I gave it another go and now this..."

Caroline Barrett

"Great coffee! This place is always bustling with happy people; extra ticks for the good vibe. I had the market fish, and the fish was cooked really..."

Kelly

"Came here after a walk. Very strategic location with stunning beach view. Cannot really comment on their food because I only tried their award..."

BAbyWin

"I came here for lunch with a friend who has a baby/pram. Although we had to wait a few mins for the table the staff were extremely accommodating and..."

Noosheen Nezhad

"Only a 15 minute wait for a table for 3 for brunch on a Sunday morning, not bad. I had the pancakes which were lovely. My friend had the grill which..."

Naomi Black

"Amazing place loved it here. Everything was made to perfection INCLUDING THE OYSTERS. Oysters are really easy to get wrong but the chef picked it at..."

Adline Shandil

"Enjoying light meals late afternoon after some beach walk. Nicely located near to the boat landing. Ordered the ice cream and it is so smooth and..."

Edi NT

"Always a favourite when I head up north to Takapuna for the day. Perfectly located with lovely views of the beach. Doggy and children friendly. I..."

Levi & Ana

"Had a delicious lunch with my dad. We ordered the agria rosti with smoked trevally and the handcut pasta with scampi. Both dishes had beautiful..."

Ube

"Impeccable service, glorious ice creams and a brilliant area by the beach side. This place has been great every time that I have been. Their baked..."

Tastebud Tingles

"Man this place is PACKED on Sundays! You'd probably have to wait a while if you have more than 2 people. Came here with my partner and was seated..."

Kenzi Yee

"Have been here many times before but recently it hasn't been great. The iced coffee and gelatos are still winners but the service is a real downer...."

R-Dee Roche

"I have been here only once and was not thoroughly impressed. The food was OK but I would not go out of my way to come back. A nice setting though..."

Sam Smith

"ordered burger for lunch. my friend had pasta. view n atmosphere are better than the taste. love salted caremel hot chocolate here. not so child..."

Vanessa Zhang

"Finally managed to try this busy cafe out!Man. They sure know how to make the most perfect hot chocolate! It came deconstructed and..."

Winnie Luo

"Came here today for some brunch and we were quite lucky to be seated outside in the sun. Service was definitely good and kept checking if we needed..."

Lucille Sia

"One of the most beautifully located joints in Auckland! Incredible view of the beach, ample parking and open air dining available. Simple menu but..."

Kishore Mitra

"Really nice spot by the Takapuna wharf. Found this place by chance one day. Had no idea it was so popular. Beautiful well presented, good food...."

Vanessa Morris

"I had the deconstructed iced chocolate OMG ah-may-zing. I wanted to give it a 5 but I had the fish and chips for my cheat meal and was looking..."

Aroha Kay

"Wow.This place is awesome!Greeted and the door, and sat inside by the window with a lovely view of the water.Coffees were perfect, and..."

Mrs Puddingcake

"Came here on Friday morning for a birthday brunch and was so incredibly impressed. First of all I was worried as this place definitely isn't for..."

Caitlin

"Went here with my grandmother for her birthday, she ordered the lamb dish and I ordered the gnocchi dish with pancetta. We both loved my dish and I..."

Jazmin Lee

"Visited with friends and despite a hefty wait for a table (our choice to do so), we were offered one near the front windows; the table was really a..."

Mupps

"Ooh I love the Ice creams here! I most definitely have enjoyed the hazelnut chocolate ice cream and the salted caramel. One of the times I..."

Lovely Maralit

"In summer, I would walk down to Takapuna with my girlfriend to get gelato from the Takapuna Beach Cafe and Store. The gelato is great, I'd recommend..."

Frazer Noble

"It was so hard choosing what I want to order! I love the fish and chips here!! The mushroom eggs benedict was really good too! Definitely my..."

Tiffany A

"This place always seem to surprise me with their amazing food and the amazing views. Just by takapuna beach, it is the perfect location...."

ShoRt

"Friends of ours recommended this place for a tasty ice cream and/or coffee. It's a superb place with stunning views across the north shore of..."

John Finkelde

"Gelato was really nice not too bad of a price. It is usually very busy and packed so maybe visit this place in the morning or not at busy times...."

Rose

"Great place to grab a coffee or a meal. The views from the restaurant are amazing and the food is expensive but worth the price. Desserts are really..."

Ridad

"Best breakfast cafe ever... We love the place... Nice view outside... I always order eggs benedict bacon... Pancake is really good with fruits on..."

Joan Cecille De Guzman-Lomibao

"Takapuna beach cafe is a really cute cafe overlooking Takapuna beach. Had brunch here recently and loved it.Ordered an iced chocolate and..."

Natasha

"Amazing experience in takapuna beach cafe. Firstly, the service is worthy of praise. Seated immediately, sparkling water to the table as the waitress..."

Joli Wong

"This place is always busy- of course because of its beachfront location but also it was one of the places in Auckland made bistro style cafe popular...."

Christian

"The best about this cafe is its ice-cream and hot chocolate. You can adjust the sweetness of your hot chocolate by adding chocolate chips, not..."

Lmrliu74

"Beautiful ice-cream and deserts with a beautiful view... best of the best.... cant fault this one. Had chocolate ice-cream and sorbet.They..."

Alex L

"Gorgeous setting beside the sea, with a free yoga class happening on the lawn beside us with camper-vans rolling past from the camping ground next..."

S B

"I have been living in Takapuna ever since I have moved to NZ in 2001, and I can confidently say that I have been to almost all cafe in..."

Seok Heon Lee

"Holy moly, I can't even begin to express how much I loved my experience at takapuna beach cafe! I wish I lived closer so I could go every damn day..."

Monique Porteous

"Great cafe buzzing with people. Five of us went and we were quickly seated. I had the eggs with avocado smash which was divine! The avocado was..."

Athena

"Solid food, phenomenal views and excellent customer service. What more could you ask for? I know! cheaper prices! Just kidding. I'm willing..."

Jasmine Chai

"We were in the area and so my cousin brought up the Takapuna Beach Cafe and Store It was quite busy despite the cloudy/ rainy weather. The..."

Tiffany Sua

"First time here, the cafe itself was not too busy but their ice cream parlour section was packed !! They serve sparking water which is alway a..."

Food 24/7

"Fantastic location and a tad expensive but the food was absolutely worth it . I have the wagyu burger and the in house ice mocha and everything was..."

Whiskyncigars

"What a great place! - customer service, tick- great food, tick- location, tick- price, tick (its a price I am happy to..."

Iain

"Me and mum love to come here for coffee and dessert!I've been coming here since 3 years ago and menu seems to change often!The food seems a..."

Thegreeats

"I've dined here a few times for lunch now and always enjoy the food and atmosphere. It's definately a stand out spot in Takapuna with its location..."

Charlene Weaver

"Obsessed with the gelato and the cabinet treats. Not a huge fan of the cafe menu- is always alittle overpriced for smaller portions but it is still..."

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"■ Friendly staff ■ Great Service ■ Good portion sizes■ Good view of Taka Beach ■ A little on the pricey end..."

FoodieOodie95

"I have dined here twice in the last 3 days. The cafe is very busy but the turn over of people is really fast - especially on a sunny day when outdoor..."

Miss Kiki

"Great place! Food is great, and so is the coffee. The service is always top notch, and they're always so friendly here. It gets super busy though,..."

Penguin93

"I love this place !!Perfect location for a sunny brunch or a cosy rainy coffee I'm always so impressed with their menu changes...."

Aniva Huang

"Stunning location with beautiful views of Takapuna beach. Very welcoming staff and lovely indoor/outdoor flow. I would definitely recommend booking a..."

Eden Wood

"One of my favourite restaurants in Auckland. Its next to Takapuna beach and the gelato is to die for! Overall great ambiance yet the food might be a..."

Angelica Santos

"A very placed and located cafe overlooking takapuna beach.The coffee is great and even better if you're sitting on the deck area of the..."

Arpita Mandal

"Very nice setup; open sea views and relaxing atmosphere. Very busy; expect a wait at peak meal times.Friendly and fast..."

FoodiePhysician

"I'm a big dessert person and was very satisfied with the range of sweet treats they had in store. Their ice creams are perfect to enjoy while staring..."

Cecilia Paredes

"A very nice clean cafe and restaurant, and a beautiful environment. They have a good menu. I had a burger. It was truly satisfying. Also, the iced..."

Lily

"Great start to my day today - breakfast at Takapuna beach cafe. Classic summer spot, with views of the water. Modern and modest little cafe with a..."

L.E.N.S

"You can regularly trust this place to provide good food and service, although nobody is perfect. We've had some hit and misses in the past however my..."

Stef

"Spontaneously decided to take my parents to this cafe while we were having a look around Takapuna because who doesn't like a meal with a view of the..."

Melissa

"Great place to be especially if you sit outdoors on the deck where you have the view of the beach and ocean. Awesome food that isn't too heavy. Love..."

Janice Zumba

"Good time to venture out for breakfast this morning one thing that caught my attention was the location.it Overlooks takapuna beach and its front..."

Andre Dez Toparea

"Normally will come past here and see it's packed from 9am onwards but decided to come in for breakfast this morning with a friend and luckily we..."

Maddie

"What a great little place in summer..we popped in for a coffee and due to it bring crazy busy we sat outside! It was freezing! The guy was quick to..."

Holly D-T

"Haven't actually dined in here as I just popped in to grab a refresher drink and gelato. The location itself is A+ with beautiful beach views. Would..."

Essenity

"The food was delicious and the service was spot on. We were offered blankets to keep warm in the breeze outside which was very thoughtful. There was..."

Samantha Beardsley

"It is our first time to have lunch at this restaurant. The lunch menu offers really good price. The staff provided excellent service. .you must try..."

Maya Harlin

"This is definitely one of my favourite cafes. It has the ambiance, service and great food to make it one of the best. The price is a bit on the..."

Maye Elle

"Been here multiple times... the service is great here but food here tends to be worse everytime I come. The folded eggs is average where it's not as..."

Jessie Tan

"I had the soft scrambled eggs with pulled pork, which were incredible - literally so good!Only thing that lets this place down is that it's..."

Elizabeth Harding

"I have been here to eat but I've lined up just for their gelato a lot more times. This place is one of the best cafes in Takapuna for me. It is..."

Angela (A Style Collector)

"Part of the amazing HIP group family on Auckland, featuring amazing icecream gelato and great food. I came here with friends on a sunny day for said..."

Helena Chen

"Although the food and coffee may not be the best on the shore, the service is absolutely amazing here. I didn't get the name of the girl but she..."

Yuyon Cho

"Yummy ice-cream on a summer's day or evening (if a little busy), great service friendly staff and good food (came her for brunch with a friend) - but..."

Paula Cann

"Beautiful location for breakfast and lunch. Service and food is really good, however the wait can be quite long if the place is very busy. I got the..."

Priscilla Khang

"The takapuna beach cafe and store sell the most amazing ice creams and ice drinks. My favourite flavour is the salted caramel. For the iced drink you..."

Tessa

"Great spot for Breakfast, friendly staff, good vibe and great views. Was surprised to be charged $16.50 for nothing more than two poached eggs on a..."

Scott Kennedy

"Lovely location and the decor is crisp and clean. A great place for brunch, although the service here could be improved upon. The staff just need to..."

Tanya Kerr

"It is really nice cafe and in a perfect location!!! The food and drinks are good. My friend and I love the salted caramel iced chocolate 👌👌..."

Julia Nguyen

"Spent a wet sunday afternoon with friends, catching up over coffee and cake. While we were seated quite quickly we couldnt get the attention of..."

Food Adventures With AnnaJ

"Nice setting and friendly staff. But to be honest, the food and coffee are average , but its price is above average. It's slightly overrated im..."

J Li

"Great service and location but the food is always average. Had the eggs Benedict and there was only a teaspoon of hollandaise sauce and the eggs were..."

Petra

"I love this place. It is such a nice place to have a coffee and or brunch/lunch. It's right on Takapuna beach so you get a nice view as well. The..."

Lisa V

"WAITRESS HAS A LIKING FOR GOLD(EN RETRIEVERS)Eggs Bene with smoked Trevally, yum! For those who like their coffee black, the Americano is a..."

Crumpet King

"This is the perfect place for brunch on a summer day it's close to the beach and the outdoor sitting is exceptional, the food is good and the staff..."

Sheetal Naidu

"This is my third time dining at Takapuna Beach Cafe and Store - I loved it a lot more today. I would have rated it 3.5 previously but after dining..."

WeiTing Ashley Shyu

"Very busy on the Saturday but lovely staff who served us quickly. Was seated outside in the sun on a winter day had to wait a little while for a seat..."

Shayleigh Allen

"Finally I went for brunch at the much famous Takapuna beach cafe. The setting of the cafe is amazing. The location is the main highlight. Ordered for..."

Aucklandfoodlover

"Takapuna Beach cafe is in a prime location and I'm glad they compliment the amazing views with their cute decor and settings. We stopped by for a..."

Heartshrooms

"Stopped by with a friend and had avocado eggs benedict. Food was delicious, the view was nice (although it was a little cold because it's close to..."

Jessie Goldstein

"Their coffee is so gooooood :) It always very busy but lucky for us. They are very kind that me and my friend were sharing dish, egg benedict with..."

安喬

"This is a very good restaurant..we been here once and this is the second time we are here..love the environment,service,food & drinks here..we always..."

Rachel Cullen

"Beautiful, elegant cafe right by the beach. It was nice sitting on the deck area and breathing the salted hair and listening to waves hitting the..."

Annie Ren

"An outstanding place to dine by the beach. Has fantastic views all round. The food is great and the dessert menu, especially gelato, is phenomenal...."

#1

"The perfect place for brunch by the beach! Awesome food and amazing location. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Always super busy, so good to come..."

Caroline Kasmara

"Great place, great food. The iced coffee is rather well done and worth ordering. This place is always busy, for good reason, expect a wait on the..."

Campbell Elliott

"The coffee here is amazing, both hot and cold. The mains are delicious and quite large. Love the sweets here. Always busy, have to wait for a..."

Candii Cao

"I LOVE the location of the Takapuna Beach Café and Store. It has such a nice atmosphere and is perfect for a weekend brunch especially on a sunny..."

Jess Pendergrast

"Service: 8/10Food: 8/10Cleanliness: 8/10Value for money: 7/10Overall: 7.75/10Perfect environment for lunch by the..."

Jack Trav.

"On a warm sunny day and by the beach this cafe has a soothing atmosphere.The staff are caring and attentive; you don't want to leave.I..."

Brenda Phu

"I have been here more than a few times now.They sell some amazing home made ice creams as well as baked goods from the store.Next door the..."

Scott

"TOP 10 PIC - I love this cafe for many reasons - the location is prime! The decor is on fleek and the food is devine. Im regularly here over the..."

House Of Eats

"I was so pleased with my experience at Takapuna Beach Cafe. I was a bit concerned looking over the menu - there is a complete lack of vegetarian..."

Gem McLeod

"One of my favourite cafés in Auckland. It is located at the strategic location of beautiful Takapuna beach. If is very crowded during summer. The..."

Cindy Ong

"Always love coming here for a iced drink or a light snack! The atmosphere and view is amazing and the food is exceptional! A little overpriced but..."

Jean Lee

"While weekend mornings is a struggle to get a sitting it's worth the wait. Parking here can be tricky in summer also. Really come here for the..."

BeeQueUU

"Love this place! A lovely brunch/ lunch dine in cafe. The iced mocha/chocolate is something one must try. Throughout the past year their menu has..."

P L

"This place probably don't need anymore reviews but I still think that it is worth mentioning that service and food has not changed over the years!..."

Charissa

"My wife took me here a few months ago now, but even though very busy it still remains the best place I've been to for breakfast!! When it's busy..."

Simon Page

"Has been on our to do list for a while til we found some time to go in over the summer holidays. First impression: What a lovely..."

Chin And Prony Powichitkul

"I just remembered that i've been to this wish list restaurant but never wrote a review!This place is always packed and you will know why..."

Pankaj Kini

"Staff was really nice and attentive, with exceptional manners and patience. I also liked how they were ethnically diverse. Love their presentation,..."

Twintail

"Update!: May menu; Was delighted to arrive to revamped menu! We ordered the staple whole baked flounder but with confit garlic,tomato, olives-..."

Paris

"Word of mouth is how I hear about the majority of cafes and restaurants I visit, and this was no exception. "You must visit the Takapuna..."

Two Dark Coffees

"It was our first time to visit Takapuna Beach as well as its famous beach cafe. I could just say, it was amazing! We went here for dinner at..."

Shirley Yu

"Location: beautifully situated right by Takapuna beach - beautiful views.Service: attentive, pleasant, LOTS of staff.Food: very..."

Where.iate

"Lovely cafe by the beach with a cute ice creamery on the side. The did was lovely and generous in size set in a lovely ambiance. The snapper, squid..."

Rosely

"Ordered the pork belly dish and it was absolutely delicious! Lovely table service. The staff were very polite, helpful and professional. A little bit..."

Renee

"This is my favorite place to take my friends on the weekend. They're always really impressed by the customer service and perfect food each time...."

Emily Franco

"Absolutely beautiful venue.The little store attached with the ice cream is well worth the visit alone. But if you are looking for good coffee..."

Ruben O'Connell

"All credit to the owners had a bad experience there and they immediately accepted that and were very keen to fix things Will be back soon as I..."

Richard J

"Thought we would try this place out today as we have heard so much about it. First impression was that it was really busy only two tables inside..."

Kaisey Cook

"Poop loved it and def recommends it to all. Everyone should def go and enjoy it as it is an amazing place. Don't miss lest you regret it for..."

Poop

"Very nice location and ambiance but always busy and staff are not very attentive. When we ordered, our waiter had to repeat our order 3x to make sure..."

Natalie Ler (d'liteful Cravings)

"Lovely place for a coffee and cake (or several haha)... Gets awfully busy on weekends and weekdays lunch - so brace yourself. But overall a..."

Adeline

"This is one of my favourite cafes and it is a must-go in the summer. We were seated outside, on the deck with a spectacular view of Takapuna beach..."

Wilson Chau

"North shore again> We had our lunch at Takapuna Beach Cafe today, prompt service and the food was delicious. Why is the weather so funny? Windy!..."

JJJiiiiAn

"Most likely the premier cafe on the Shore, with undoubtedly the best setting overlooking the sand at Takapuna beach! Always busy so expect to get a..."

Frank

"We had brunch there the other weekend. Decided to treat ourselves. It was really busy so we had to wait. they gave us a pager to let us know when our..."

Andre Cressy

"Food was so amazing. I'll definitely be back. Only thing that lacked was the service but they were super busy on a nice sunny day. It is pricey but..."

Bruce Batters

"Had a wonderful breakfast here. Awesome place to be and I would say, one of the best in Auckland. Environment 5, staff friendliness 5, food 5, coffee..."

Kelvin Yu

"This cafe is hands down one of the best in Auckland. In fact, the only reason I gave it a 4.5 is because we had to wait for quite a long time as we..."

Garrick Chong

"Came here this morning with my partner. The food was amazing the best breakfast I had in a while. My partner and I have been to a lot of..."

Mikayla Moore

"Lovely Cafe!I was amazed at how busy it was for a Monday morning, I guess it shows how popular and good they are.I was dismayed when I..."

Chris Minors

"Had lunch there with my boy friend. The food was okay portion compare to price. But I don't really like their menu setting, very few items on the..."

Alex

"Lunch with a party of six. The cafe was full but we were given a token and asked to wait. A few minutes later it flashed and buzzed and we were shown..."

RSWH

"Delicious pies! Great..."

Sam Allan

"Very good service, very friendly, the hot drinks are the best in Auckland, as for the food I haven't tried it by looking at previous reviews I won't..."

Kali Windmill

"I had breakfast the other day, and the food was amazing, the service was fantastic. The staff were really welcoming and friendly and what I liked..."

Shane Wotherspoon

"Unlike most beach side restaurants this place is superb. They don't take the fabulous location for granted. The food is inventive and delicious, the..."

Mel

"Such an asset to the north shore, I always bring out of town visitors that stay with me here and I'm never let down.The wait staff are courteous..."

Amanda

"I loved everything about this place. I went on a day which was horrible weather and the cafe was still completely packed. I had a nice spot all to..."

Kay Adams

"Went there for breakfast/brunch last sunday. Ordered an eggs bene which was delicious. The location is beautiful, only draw back was that the place..."

Jin Gao

"beautiful location! went here just yesterday very busy they had a surcharge but is expected as most places have surcharges too. My mango sorbet..."

Nikki

"Have been twice for breakfast over the last month and was very happy with the food and standard of service on both occasions (weekend and week..."

Graeme Crickett

"The best Mocha in Auckland! I come here regularly whenever I am over the bridge and in need of coffee (which is pretty much everyday)Haven't..."

Lucia

"After reading some of the negative reviews yesterday we were a little apprehensive about going but we had been told by friends that it was a good..."

Kirsty Howe

"Recently enjoyed a relaxing lunch with friends overlooking Takapuna beach - Its the kind of place that helps you feel like your on holiday ( even..."

Love Food

"We came for breakfast. Food was utterly amazing. Definitely returning!!! Eggs bene was soooo..."

Lucy

"The best thing to happen to Takapuna in a decade. But the Council (a bunch of near sited change averse would-be retirees) won't give them a liquor..."

Missy Davidson

"This café sets the standards for other cafes! If you've never been you need to do a brunch session here with family or friends as you wont be..."

Jason B

"Great place and location. Worth waiting to get a seat. I have been for breakfast a few times and can't fault the food and coffee. Another tick for..."

Moggie

"Takapuna Beach cafe is also another buzzing cafe with award winning gelato and great coffee to boot. Situated next to the beach, you get to enjoy the..."

Elise Cheah

"Always amazing service, the only cafe that looks out out onto gorgeous Takapuna Beach and a sophisticated menu. Brunch is a joy and actually feels..."

Kate W

"Avocado mesh with additional salmon~ no merit but no merit. Salmon was quite salty, but coffee was good (foamy). Staff brought up sparkling water..."

Anvie LI

"This is a very pretty cafe. We opted to sit inside because it was a cool day and rain was in the forecast. On a summer's day, the deck would be a..."

Corinne Coutinho

"🅿️ There are numerous roadside parking lots nearby, but on holidays, they tend to get crowded, making it a bit challenging to find a parking..."

彭笙瑞

"I feel there must have been a change in ownership if I read some of the bad reviews here. My experience was ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT!!! I'd give 10 Stars..."

Saphis Minetime

"What a gorgeous spot to have a coffee & soak up the gorgeous beach views at the same time. Insanely busy spot for a week day but impeccable service..."

Janita Patrick

"Stayed at the campsite next to this cafe and popped in for a coffee and something to eat. The food was so good we ended up having dinner there. The..."

CJ Clapham

"Great indoor outdoor flow Impeccable service Wheelchair accessible with ramp however is quite challenging to navigate between the tables if notice..."

Katrina Matich

Jiwon Kang

"A great location, really nice indoor/outdoor setup. Always very busy, but also rarely a wait. The oat flat white is perfection, great food ( and..."

Nigel C

"Run, don’t walk, and order the Filo from the latest brunch menu. It was the tastiest, richest, most sensational brunch I’ve ever had, and an..."

Eden Bray

Ken Yakitori Bar Anzac

86/100 (1172 ratings)

Yakitori (Grilled Skewers)

Wheelchair Accessible

"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

Chop Chop

"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

Eight Restaurant At Cordis, Auckland

86/100 (3214 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great food from 8 different separate kitchens severed by a diverse group of Chefs. Had lunch on the full buffet. Standout for us was the Beef..."

Jeff O

"We went 6 am on a Saturday morning for breakfast and this was the absolute best experience. From the moment we walked in every single person we met..."

Leti Leilua

"I fricken love this place, the food is delicious and the service is amazing.. it is pricey but worth it. Especially if you're a big eater! There's a..."

c h a n t e l l e

"Love the experience of the different selections. Service was slow/difficult to get when wanting a drink. We were ordering drinks for the table, they..."

Stacey N

"It’s been quite a while since I’ve been to a buffet, mainly because it’s not that common here in NZ or it’s usually so expensive that it’s..."

Dins R.

"I wanted to actually write a letter to say Thankyou but loved the idea of everyone seeing this publicly. I want to thank you to you all. My friend..."

Stacey Kennedy

"Great value for breakfast. I have chosen the eight for my birthday breakfast which did not disappoint. Thank you to the wonderful and friendly host..."

Endy Widjaja

"I highly enjoyed my dining experience at Eight. My boyfriend and I went for our one year anniversary. I have allergies to Nuts and the head chef..."

Jess Freeth

"Best buffet in New Zealand 🇳🇿 Great variety of cuisine Asian Indian Kiwi. Lots of dessert 🍨 🥧 🍦 🍡 🍧 🍩..."

N T

"People like to think this is a fancy establishment but it's not, really it's every man for himself! (We loved..."

Joe Hull

"Haven't been here for a long time. So came here today to celebrate a birthday. We tried most of the kitchen but i'll only mention the things I like..."

Wilson Shum

"The place didn’t disappoint at all. Everything we wanted was offered. I read some reviews about this place prior to booking and some just didn’t..."

Eric Mendez

"Totally amazing breakfast! Came here with family and friends to celebrate a gratitude day. Buffet breakfast here is lovely. Food is delicious and you..."

Arlene Barraca

"OUTSTANDING! Was really looking forward to dining here and it absolutely lived up to my expectations! Such a huge variety and everything was..."

cassy young

Red Pig Korean Restaurant

"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

Monsoon Poon Akl Ltd

86/100 (3756 ratings)

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"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

Queens Cafe Bistro

"The food is amazing: I highly recommend the kumara fries which were mouth wateringly crisp and the steak (medium rare, of course). A menagerie of..."

Jordan Ross

"We had a prefect dinner at my bf's birthday.Waiter provides us the special drink which is also prefect.Vergeterian pasta is highly..."

Yum PotaChi

"Beautiful place, nice food and good..."

Farah Abid

"My husband and I had our Valentines dinner there last night. Beautiful setting overlooking Queen Street, great hospitality, and delicious food. We..."

Louise Epa

"Cozy environment, friendly staff and nice..."

SiuSiuWong

"Eight of us at Queens Cafe last night, and all of us rated it highly. Great food from a set menu, excellent choices, and attentive service. It is in..."

Ian B

"Had a lovely late afternoon lunch with my friend. Mojitos were nice and refreshing the the chicken was quite tasty. Will be back on Thursday arvos..."

Nickie Sattler

"Very good food and value. Friendly and helpful staff. Enjoyed the brunch menu. Great location. Will go back..."

Arnold Jagdmann

"We went for dinner 2 week ago twice, service is very good, meals come is excellent fried snapper is delicious also prawn..."

Ani Gattsche

"I would have rate this place as a 5 on the experience of today. Good superb food, staff excellent. Well..."

Len Gattsche

"Great dinner, balcony views over Queen street. definitely a favourite on a warm summers..."

rodger kerr

"The place and view are really nice. Food is good... but it could be..."

Diego Teliz

"Fantastic service, well presented and quality food, with a charming vibe overlooking the..."

Idris Jones

"A great place to eat and relax, very friendly and helpful staff, and tasty food and..."

Darcy Snell

"Nice place to have coffee whole catching up with friends. Lively actively..."

Dr Siham El-Kafafi

"Good place to stay and have a nice food time in Auckland..."

王澹霓Danni

"Doco and food was great. Just the high tea not that..."

Ada Lam

"Nice place for a lunch out on th terrace on a sunny..."

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