Auckland is a city with endless options for food, from casual cafes to five-star fine dining establishments. With so many options available, it can be tricky deciding where to eat – especially if you’re new to the city. Auckland is home to a wide range of cuisines and cultures, meaning there’s something for everyone. Whether you want to try Asian cuisine for the first time or enjoy fresh seafood on the waterfront, Auckland has something for everybody. Here is a list of our favourite restaurants in Auckland where you can sample some of the city’s best cuisine.

Bread & Butter by Vikram Pandit

Located in High Street, Auckland, Bread & Butter by Vikram Pandit is a modern Indian restaurant that serves a wide range of authentic Indian dishes. The menu includes classics such as tandoori chicken, naan bread, and biryanis, as well as more modern dishes such as duck leg, lamb ribs and duck breast. It is a great casual restaurant for a casual dinner with friends, or to dine with family on a special occasion. The restaurant is open daily from 11am to 10:30pm.

Gaggan by Jean-Georges Videck

Gaggan is a top Asian restaurant located in the Hilton Hotel on the corner of Albert and Victoria streets in the city centre. Here, you can enjoy the full range of Asian cuisine with an emphasis on Southeast Asian cuisine. The menu features a wide variety of classic Asian dishes, such as pad thai, Japanese yakisake and Vietnamese dishes. It also offers vegetarian and vegan options, including several vegan salads. In addition to the main menu, Gaggan also offers a sharing menu called the Gaggan Family Platter, which features a selection of dishes perfect for sharing with friends. The restaurant is open daily from 11am to 10:30pm.

Coco Sushi by Takagi Masaya

This award-winning Japanese restaurant is located in the Hilton Hotel on the corner of Albert and Victoria streets in the city centre. Here, you can enjoy a wide variety of authentic Japanese dishes, such as sushi, sashimi and tempura. The menu also features a selection of Japanese classics such as sukiyaki and teriyaki, as well as a range of vegetarian and vegan options. Coco Sushi also offers a large selection of sake and wine, which makes it a great spot for a dinner date or a night out with friends. The restaurant is open daily from 11am to 10:30pm.

Mai’s Restaurant by Takagi Masaya

This award-winning Japanese restaurant is located in the Hilton Hotel on the corner of Albert and Victoria streets in the city centre. Here, you can enjoy a wide variety of authentic Japanese dishes, such as sushi, sashimi and tempura. The menu also features a selection of Japanese classics such as sukiyaki and teriyaki, as well as a range of vegetarian and vegan options. Mai’s Restaurant also offers a large selection of sake and wine, which makes it a great spot for a dinner date or a night out with friends. The restaurant is open daily from 11am to 10:30pm.

Saffron by Vikram Pandit

Saffron is a modern Indian restaurant located in the Hilton Hotel on the corner of Albert and Victoria streets in the city centre. Here, you can enjoy a wide selection of authentic Indian dishes including curries, tandoori dishes, and naan bread. The menu also includes a variety of seafood dishes, such as seafood biryani, kingfish tandoori and prawns with mango and coconut. The restaurant also offers a selection of vegetarian and vegan options, including a delicious vegan samosa. Saffron is open daily from 11am to 10:30pm.

Coco's Restaurant by Toshihiko Shimoji

Coco’s Restaurant is a Japanese restaurant located in the Hilton Hotel on the corner of Albert and Victoria streets in the city centre. Here, you can enjoy a wide variety of authentic Japanese dishes, such as sushi, sashimi and tempura. The menu also features a selection of Japanese classics such as sukiyaki and teriyaki, as well as a range of vegetarian and vegan options. Coco’s Restaurant also offers a large selection of sake and wine, which makes it a great spot for a dinner date or a night out with friends. The restaurant is open daily from 11am to 10:30pm.

Sumo Grill by Takagi Masaya

Sumo Grill is a Japanese restaurant located in the Hilton Hotel on the corner of Albert and Victoria streets in the city centre. Here, you can enjoy a wide variety of authentic Japanese dishes, such as sushi, sashimi and tempura. The menu also features a selection of Japanese classics such as sukiyaki and teriyaki, as well as a range of vegetarian and vegan options. Sumo Grill also offers a large selection of sake and wine, which makes it a great spot for a dinner date or a night out with friends. The restaurant is open daily from 11am to 10:30pm.

Sumo Tatsu by Takagi Masaya

Sumo Tatsu is a Japanese restaurant located in the Hilton Hotel on the corner of Albert and Victoria streets in the city centre. Here, you can enjoy a wide variety of authentic Japanese dishes, such as sushi, sashimi and tempura. The menu also features a selection of Japanese classics such as sukiyaki and teriyaki, as well as a range of vegetarian and vegan options. Sumo Tatsu also offers a large selection of sake and wine, which makes it a great spot for a dinner date or a night out with friends. The restaurant is open daily from 11am to 10:30pm.