Tapas sounded good so we checked it out and ended up getting the lamb with roasted veggies a cheese…read moreplate and some wine. All were delicious and the service was excellent. Spoke to the owners for an hour or so while we ate - one from Christchurch and the other is from Madrid. Super nice people. Everything was excellent and authentic Spanish - the cheese, olives (free), wine and bread. It's in the alley with seating outside. People from the neighborhood stopped by just to hang out. Very cool spot.

The reviews I read were right. The food and drinks were delicious at Madriz. The Sangria was a fun,…read morerefreshing choice and we enjoyed everything we ordered. The tapas plates were so nicely seasoned, perfectly cooked and fun to share. The charcuterie plate was decadent with melt in your mouth Iberico ham. The little alley the restaurant is located in makes you feel like your in a small cafe in a European location and makes for fun people watching.

Most Authentic Spanish cuisine in Auckland. Great service,wine and Food…read more Muy Bien!!!

A cool little bar and eatery..it used to be Ruby and El Toro from memory. We stopped in for a…read morecouple of drinks. We were greeted with smiles and even though the kitchen was closing they were more than happy to open for us. Nice. We ended up just drinking and were very pleased with the friendly table side service. All staff seemed to be Spanish, happy and welcoming. We drank Spanish beer and wine. Good reasonable prices. Although we didn't eat, we definitely plan to next time and I can recommend the cold drinks and excellent service. I'm sure the food would follow suit. Seating options are tables and leaners and outside there is a courtyard with seating. Decor is pleasing and I'm looking forward to heading back in to see those smiling faces.

The Dalmatia (aka Bean Rock) is a pleasant enough place with decent food. It is probably a 3.5 but…read morenot a 4 star for food. The scallop and prawn salad was good but the scallops needed to be cooked a little better to enhance their flavor. The salman, capers and feta pizza was great. Probably the best out of the 3 dishes we ordered. The mussel fritters were also ok but not outstanding. You certainly could do a lot worse than here but they need to make the most of their setting by upping the general quality.

Came her last night for a birthday dinner. Found this…read morerestaurant on one of the one-day deal websites and was keen to try their tapas. Their front door was confusing but once we were in, we were allowed to pick our table which was nice and we chose one near the kitchen so we weren't near their side door with the chill coming in. Good waiter- showing us the drinks and tapa menu and explaining items. We had the wrapped oysters with bacon and cheese (which were delightful with lemon juice squeezed over), the cavapcici w onion & capsicum stirfry, ajvar & mustard (the sauces were great) and the panfried prawn cutters w garlic & white wine. Took some time to come out was great to have them out at the same time. And for dessert, stayed for the warm almond chocolate pudding w raspberry, chocolate sauce & vanilla ice cream. Decent restaurant in a lovely setting. Mission Bay sunset before dinner was perfect.

Wow....just unbelievably wow. If you are in Auckland, this is the restaurant to make reservations…read moreat. You will fall in love with this place and will want to come back again and again. First off, hats off to the owners for doing such an impeccable job on the decor and design. From the intricate restaurant design, the lush comfy chairs, the menu layout, the mocktails, and even the rustic bathrooms were all very impressive. Now let's get down to the food. We started off with the shumai dumplings with peanut sauce. The skin of the shumai was so soft and thin which I truly appreciate because you can taste the stuffing better. The peanut sauce was nutty and savory and extremely addicting! Next we had the salt and pepper tofu with a vinegar sauce. The flavors here were a bit flat and needed more of a peppery taste but the presentation of this dish made it worth it. The chicken satay was super tender and juicy. The creamy sauce with the savory clear vinegar sauce worked really well together. The ribs had a yummy flavor but the meat could have been a bit softer. I recommend doing a broil for the ribs at the end so the sauce gets a nice caramel. To top it off we ended the night with the mango pudding. It was a hard decision but we liked the refreshing flavors. There was a lot of stuff going on in this dessert, but was still impressed with the details in textures. We hope to be back here one day!

Very nice! I loved the interior design, the bar looks full and inviting, the tables are not too…read moreclose, great chairs at the bar where you can watch the chefs cook in real time real food, the booths look comfy for a group, nice accessories around the room, really nice clean bathrooms with awesome music in there:) Food is real, fresh and nicely cooked , great presentation to it, and very tasty. I like it how the portions are designed to share and they come out the kitchen when done without seating on a counter to wait for other meal to be ready. Nice timing in serving: extra fresh!!! We went twice and definitely would go back.

Loved it!!! Had our first meal at Depot after arriving in…read moreAuckland, New zealand. The food was absolutely delicious. Every bite is unexpectedly delicious. We had falafels and the roasted eggplant. The sauces are amazing. We ended up ordering more of the same dishes as they were so good. We are going back for dinner tonight with friends as we have to try more of their dishes. The service was warm and friendly. The atmosphere was relaxed and dining al fresco was great at lunch time.

My friends and I went there for my last day in Auckland. We went around lunch time and we were able…read moreto get seated very quick. The ambiance was still so chill and not as packed because it was early afternoon, which was nice. The staff again were super friendly and answered any questions we had. Sadly, we didn't get the fish sliders because they were sold out! But we did get some of the same dishes I had ordered before but got oysters as well. The oysters were fresh and tasty, especially with their vinegar sauce. My friends also loved the charred eggplant and a couple of them don't really eat eggplant. The crispy potatoes were so good! The truffle wasn't too overpowering and they were perfectly crisp. The steak was super tender and juicy and the wedge salad helps cut the fat and compliments the steak as well. Can't wait to come back to Depot. Already miss it so much!

Exceptional cocktails. Exceptional service. Beautiful place to enjoy a fine drink…read more We tried 4 different cocktails. They have all the usuals and The Old Fashioned and Manhattan were beyond excellent. My partner had a rhubarb tequila concoction and a margarita which was truly truly delicious. The menu is extensive and I'm sure all delivered with precision and perfection. The staff were helpful and go the extra length to deliver and satisfy. Located down the wharf your get great views from the patio and a great place to watch the sunset.

Great place for whiskey. They have a lot of choice. Also cigar friendly out on the patio and they…read moredo sell cigars but ridiculously high priced. Would have given 5 stars otherwise.

Tasca has the ambiance of sitting in the back streets of a Spanish cafe. Snugly tucked into the top…read moreof Vulcan lane, among cafes, and retails stores, this cosy little wooden nook is a favourite stop of mine, when on the hunt for a vibrant exotic brekkie, or gourmet pizza. Always busy with customers, Tasca caters for every need of the day- breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, pizza, sandwiches, fantastic coffee, and a superb selection of great wine. The menu here has a Spanish flare with delicious choices like Moorish eggs, and Pipierada to single them out from the ordinary. If you are after great food, a comfy and soothing setting, and fab service look no further than Tasca Vulcan when downtown.

Tasca has the ability to make you feel like you're in some European city with it's restaurant being…read moredown a cute little alleyway. When you walk in the décor helps with this European experience even more. There's loads of Spanish quilts, candles, vases and even the lighting feels European. You'll be sure to smell your food before you see it. Beautiful wafts of amazing flavours fill the restaurant and pour out onto the street. The food is Spanish style tapas which is my favourite way to eat. We usually share a whole lot of platter which means you get a taste of a whole lot of different kinds of food, it's the best way to cure Food Envy! The menu does have a few random meals on it like the Kiwi Cheeseburger and good ol' bacon and eggs. Good I guess if you have a picky eater amongst you. They also do a good coffee and a great drink.

Wow - amazing fine dining in Ellerslie. No need to go all the way into the CBD! Very, very,…read moreimpressed indeed. We particularly liked the smaller portions - which meant we could sample a wider variety of offerings - rather than being too full after larger servings. And a nice atmosphere too - especially if you get in quick (or book) one of the 1/2 round upholstered alcoves.

Bonita is a cute little bar that has existed in Ponsonby for decades. With a very relaxed…read moreatmosphere and a deck out the bar, it is the perfect place for after work drinks. Bonita rewards its regular patrons by having loyalty nights on Wednesdays, and also hosts live music on Thursday nights. I recently met friends for a catch up and, due to having a big night the previous night didn't want anything alcoholic. Though the mocktail I ended up having was yum and only cost me $5, I was a little disappointed at their lack of juice and ingredients options. Further, we were a bit unimpressed with the bathroom situation - there is no lock on the door, so make sure you have someone standing guard! Despite these slight shortfalls, in all my Bonita experience was pretty good and I was impressed by how attentive the staff were. As soon as we'd finished our drinks they were at the table asking if we wanted another.

Love this quiet late night winebar. Cosy, chill and with great friendly staff…read more More late night spots are what Auckland desperately needs to call itself a real city.

I had driven past The Corner Store a tonne of times and always thought it looked cute but tiny. I…read morehad NO idea there was a back bar with a roaring fire and a dimly lit outdoor courtyard. Just the other day, a friend and I were talking about the lack of cosy wine bars in Auckland. You know the kind with big, leather chairs, a roaring fire and a well-thought out wine list. Enter The Corner Store. It's more a cocktail bar than a wine bar but it ticks the roaring fire box. There's also a sneaky internal courtyard that's blissfully quiet mid-week! Hungry? Try their small but delicious tapas menu. Beautifully tender pork belly and damn near perfect fries!

There isn't one place I have frequented more in the last two years than The Attic…read more One of my favourite spots in Mission Bay, it has a great view that goes nicely with a cold pint of your fancy and their delicious "Snattics." The entrance is tucked away on Tamaki Drive so be sure to keep your eyes peeled. While a few menu changes have happened over the course of my visits, they've kept to their roots and just continued to improve on an already great menu. I'm a big lover of their Attic tasting plate- if you're a first timer this is a great way to get a bit of everything at a fraction of the price. I enjoy places that cater for drinks and nibbles as well as a full dinner meal, and The Attic executes both of these quite well. There's plenty of seating available, from outdoor tables and stools to warm fireside couches- so no matter the occasion, weather or appetite, there's something at The Attic for everyone.

I enjoyed the lovely vibe here. Some beautiful scenery sitting on the balcony overlooking the bay,…read moreand a warm, wooden interior make it a nice place to be. The service was fast, but for some reason, the lady on duty seemed disapproving that we didn't order more than drinks. She kept coming and asking us if we needed anything else, and looked incredibly sour when we said 'No, thank you' each time. This was a Sunday afternoon, and hardly anyone was there, so it certainly wasn't a seating issue. I felt like she was going to ask us to leave at one point. Bear with me, but I don't want to feel pressured into buying more or leaving early. I hope she was just having a bad day and this isn't a normal reflection of customer service here.