Be it to start date night on a high note, squeeze in an early dinner with friends, catch up with colleagues for a bite after work, or settle in for dinner before a show, SkyCity’s Golden Hour offers elevated dining experiences no matter the occasion. Here, in the bustling central city precinct, you’ll find a curation of bespoke seasonal menus and specials on offer for the night’s first sitting — allowing discerning diners to enjoy the last of the day’s sunshine while indulging in exceptional fare at one of the many award-winning restaurants within SkyCity’s impressive repertoire.
Cassia
Available daily from 5pm — last order by 6pm.
Two courses and wine for $60
In celebration of the occasion, Sid Sahrawat has curated a flavourful two course set menu at Cassia that champions some of its most vibrant dishes, accompanied by a glass of Church Road McDonald Series Chardonnay for $59. Start with the signature Tandoori Chicken with naan or the vibrant Lamb Seekh, followed by your choice of dessert.
Metita
Available Tuesday to Saturday from 5pm — last order by 6pm.
Two courses and wine for $60
Go on a fresh exploration of Pacific cuisine with Michael Meredith’s Metita’s two course menu. Start with your choice of the chicken leg or steamed snapper, accompanied by a class of Church Road McDonald Series Chardonnay. End the evening by being transported to the tropics, adding the sweet and sour flavours of the passionfruit sasa lapa dessert or the famous Pasifik Koko.
MASU by Nic Watt
Available daily from 5pm — last order by 6pm.
Three courses and wine for $70
Indulge in a platter of fresh sashimi, smoked fish tempura roll, scampi miso soup and your preferred choice of main. Options include Akaroa king salmon, chashu pork belly, or South Waikato lamb cutlets, served alongside a glass of Church Road McDonald Series Chardonnay or Syrah.
Huami
Available Wednesday to Sunday from 5.30pm — 6pm only.
Sharing menu and wine for $68
Discover a true taste of Asia with the Huami sharing menu. Enjoy traditional signature dishes, like its Yangzhou fried rice, kong bao chicken, and modern takes on Asian fusion cuisine with the crispy tabasco prawns and salt and pepper squid, served alongside a glass of Church Road McDonald Series Syrah.
The Grill
Available daily from 5pm — last order by 6pm.
Two course set menu and wine for $70
The Grill’s Golden Hour menu showcases some of Aotearoa’s freshest produce, comprising a sashimi entrée and your choice of fish of the day, eye fillet, or gnocchi, paired with Makikihi beef fat chips and a glass of Gwen Rosé or Church Road McDonald Series Syrah. Sublime.
Federal Delicatessen
Available daily from 5pm — last order by 6pm.
Three dishes to share and one glass of wine for $60 (add another wine for $14)
Al Brown’s Fed Deli’s Golden Hour menu is the perfect way to see out the day in satisfying style with a friend or loved one, pairing two of the eatery’s famed chicken sandwiches with a side of Montreal poutine, a slice of pie from the daily rotation, and a glass of Church Road McDonald Series Chardonnay, with the option to add another glass for just $14.
Depot
Available daily from 5pm — last order by 6pm.
Three dishes to share and one glass of wine for $60 (add another wine for $14)
Experience Al Brown’s most popular dishes with Depot’s Golden Hour menu, pairing a glass of Church Road McDonald Series Chardonnay with trevally sashimi with kewpie mayo and sticky soy, Depot’s new wood-fired green lipped mussels, and two of the iconic Depot snapper sliders. Add another glass of chardonnay for $14, and you’ve got yourself a perfect meal for two.
Orbit 360° Dining
Available Monday to Thursday at 5pm
Three courses and wine for $109
Celebrate Golden Hour from above in the Sky Tower’s famous revolving restaurant, Orbit. There, three delicious courses encompass a starter, main and dessert from Orbit’s new Summer menu, with the likes of pacific oysters and yellow fin tuna tataki on offer, served alongside a glass of Church Road McDonald Series Sauvignon Blanc or Merlot.
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