Auckland’s vast and varied dining scene offers far more than just inner-city haunts. In fact, there are just as many delicious coffee shops, cafés, eateries, restaurants and bars dotted around the city’s beautiful suburban areas, with each one serving up its own unique vibe and delicious offering. And after weathering the storm of the last two years with as much enthusiasm as they could muster, it’s these tireless local operators who we need to support, now more than ever.
From the typically cheap-and-cheerful restaurants that populate Dominion Road, to the reliable stalwarts of Ponsonby and hidden gems we adore on The Shore, there is inspired suburban dining to be found all over Auckland. Here, we round up the best places to eat and drink around the city, and prove why winter is the perfect time to expand your horizons, embark on a delicious dining tour, and try something new. Who knows? You might just find a new favourite spot.
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Ghost Street

Ebisu

Cafe Hanoi

Caretaker

Bar Non Solo

Oji

Alma

Yeah Bowl

Better Burger

Amano

Ortolana

The Brit

Kingi

Miann

Mr Morris

La Petite Fourchette

The Store

Daily Bread


Síso

Morell Bistro & Bar

Spiga

Ginger

The Corner

Tosca Espresso Bar

4&20

Browns Eatery


Omni

Jolin Shanghai

Paasha Turkish Kitchen

Ralph’s

Eden Noodles Cafe

Mr Hao

Cazador

The Bridgman

De Nada

Xoong

Mibo Bakery


Hotel Ponsonby

Gaja

Parade

Azabu

Taco Medic

Beau

Fatima's

Bambina

Go Go Daddy

Ramen Takara

Daphnes Taverna

SPQR

Ockhee

Sidart

Prego

Annabel's Wine Bar

INCA

Chop Chop

Orphans Kitchen

The Blue Breeze Inn

Ponsonby Road Bistro

Lucky 8

Mumbaiwala


Madam Woo

Takapuna Beach Cafe and Store

TokTok

Shake Out

Fantail & Turtle

Nanam

Burger Burger

El Humero

Soho

Ramen Lab

Botticelli

Holy Shot
