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This is an excellent Italian Restaurant in the back of Remuera shops. Food and service is a high…read morestandard. Great wine list.

Food was average and salty. The cocktail list is random and doesn't match the food. The lights kept…read moreflickering which was odd. Average size portion and they forgot the appetizers we ordered. Within 5 minutes of sitting down we were asked to order which made us feel rushed. Not really worth the price.

My husband's former coworker turned friend and his family picked up some fish and chips from here…read morebefore taking us to a local park for our kids to run around and play. I figured that New Zealand would have amazing seafood because of its location. But, I was not expecting it to be this good. They basically have some of the best fish and chips I've ever had in my life. It's fresh, perfectly seasoned and absolutely delicious. And it's located near one of the prettiest parks I've ever seen. I highly recommend taking your order there to enjoy an incredible meal, Kiwi style.

A tiny little fish and chip takeaway that you would hardly notice, unless you went looking for it -…read moreit's just off Gladstone road at the dairy. The local Parnellites know all about it though and it packs out on Friday/Saturday night. It's simply of the best fish and chip shops in Auckland - the fish and chips are quite dry and not the greasy shit you get in some takeaways. I always go for the snapper and the fish is good quality as is the batter. I often think the secret of good fish and chips is the batter and they get it bang on in this place. They also sell takeaway shellfish and you can get a little pot of fresh mussels to go with your fish and chips. I think the fish in chips in New Zealand is far better than you get in the UK and this is one of the best places to find it.

El Camino has become one of those places that cool people are starting to talk about, so in a…read morecouple of months' time it'll be obnoxious. I'm not that cool so I've never been, but I have been to Toro and I have to say I enjoyed it. As far as I can tell the two places have some familial connection but I won't let my praise for Toro spill over onto its hipster neighbour. Toro does a good balance between bar and restaurant. You know how at some bars you feel stupid sitting down to eat, and at some restaurants you feel like a lush if you just want to drink? Well Toro doesn't have either of those problems. I went for a friend's birthday and we transitioned smoothly from food to beers to mojitos over the course of the evening, and all of it seemed comfortable and relaxed. The food and mojitos were nice too, and the beers were bottled so their quality was uniform. I'd come here again.

Toro and El Camino are mates, which means that if you want El Camino food but can't squeeze you and…read moreyour group into the tiny restaurant, you can order and have your food brought up the road. Thankfully Toro makes the same delicious margaritas that El Camino is known for, so you can have the same experience without worrying about getting a table initially. You can also order food straight from Toro - their tapas are awesome. I've seen my meaty friends chow down on chorizo with mushroom and the buffalo rings, while I stuck to the seafood and enjoyed it thoroughly!

Miss Clawdy has been on my foodie wishlist for so long! Having been to New Orleans for their take…read moreon South American food, I was more than keen to get some glorious Miss Clawdy in my belly. Much like the Creole influenced state of Louisana, this North Wharf eatery got my attention with the dark wood and warm red and yellow hues from the overhanging lanterns. We were lucky to be seated straight away at 6:30pm on a Saturday night, there was a constant row of diners coming in soon after us. The open kitchen took centre stage in front of us. I love watching the chefs at work. I don't know how they do it, constantly keeping the beat and moving so purposefully in such a confined space. There was great camaraderie in the kitchen too, genuine smiles while keeping each other entertained. So it was with great reluctance that I had trade seats to have my back to the kitchen, the cushiony sofa just swallowed up my petite frame too much! Almost as if we were watching the open kitchen show, we were given complimentary popcorn to start with. Sweet and punchy with a bit of paprika and cinnamon, it was addictive like my favourite Sweet and Salty popcorn. Priding themselves on soul food and bright colourful flavours, we chose tacos to start with. Whilst the taco was soft and meat was well cooked, it lacked the promised punch and attitude. That problem was taken care of with a generous dousing of hot sauce from the table. We chose the special of the night as a main to share and I'm so glad we did! The lamb was succulent and flavoursome with just enough gravy to soak up. Combined with the comfort of the roasted vegetables, it filled us up well and proper. A special mention goes out to the generous cocktail list. It was hard to nail down one to order because each sounded as enticing as the other. The two we tried were delicious and quickly went down before the ice had even melted and diluted the drink. What I looked forward to most in the evening was the dessert. Even more than usual because I spotted a chocolate and chilli pressed souffle running as their special. With my recent love for the dark chocolate and chilli combo, it could only be a match in heaven as a souffle. The night ended beautifully with this number. My high hopes were met and even surprised me a little with the strength of the chilli. It was chocolatey and dense, and should be shared between two people. Good thing the burn from the chilli stopped me from otherwise scoffing it down unnecessarily. Such decadence was the dish that meant the previous cookies and milk combo was quickly put to the side.. I loved dining at Miss Clawdy. The atmosphere was buzzing but comfortable. The name is inspired by Lloyd Price's 1952 New Orlearns hit single Lawdy Miss Clawdy. I'd recommend it for a girls night out, and being at Wynyard Quarter, extra points for easy parking.

Come here for the hush puppies, steamed veggies, and jambalaya…read more Decided to check out this Southern/Central American restaurant as I had passed it so many times. My friend was in town so thought this would be a good opportunity. She ordered the Cuban sandwich and hush puppies while I ordered the jambalaya, kumara wedges, and steamed veggies. The Cuban had skimpy amount of meat, but the hush puppies were AMAZING! I wish there were more kumara wedges, there only give you six. The jambalaya was SUPER filling, and the steamed veggies were spot on. If you're looking for shareables, I'd say stick with the hush puppies, but let people know if you have anything else that's a must-have!

Strolling at Queen's Street and saw a sign Fish and chips with beer for $30 was a steal…read more We decided to try and very pleased. Seated inside due to windy conditions. There were patio tables and chair available. The place was kinda more of London bar . Very old bricks and wooden tables which I like. We got the special Fish and chips then my husband got the Angus Rib eye steak with chimichurri sauce and veggies. The battered of the fish was very light and crispy. Not too oily and with the tartar sauce gave a tasteful flavor. The fish was very tender with some salt and lemon. The French fries tasted fresh. The Angus rib eye steak was juicy medium rare. Their light draft beer was a good one too. Satisfying experience.

Beautiful old bar with tons of history and a wonderful owner. We wandered in for a quick drink, and…read morehad a great time chatting about the history of the pub and this area of NZ. The drinks were delicious and the chat was even better. Highly recommend!

Takahe is my favorite cafe/restaurant in Titirangi village. It is a little pricey when compared to…read morethe others, but the food and location are well worth it imho. I have been here numerous times just for coffee, but also for breakfast menu as well as their dinner bistro menu and have never been disappointed. My only past negative comment may have been the lack of attention from staff, but this is obviously a problem that has been rectified. We had menus and water within seconds of sitting down, waitresses were swift in taking our orders and bringing food and then clearing dishes. We sat for ages as well and didn't feel rushed out or pressured to leave. Defiantly a place to come eat if out but again, it is a little more pricey then perhaps would be expected when compared to the other cafes on the same road.

Takahe is so so lovely. I sometimes wish it wouldn't try so hard because it becomes confusing at to…read morewhat it is trying to be. Are you hipster are you upscale classy what are you? Still it is a great spot to come to in the village. I venture here about once week at the moment, sometimes for lunch, sometimes just for a coffee or a smoothy. Always lovely. Ive only been to dinner here maybe three times, mostly because i prefer dining here during the day when the sun is out and the birds are chirping. The venue is amazing. It literally sits atop of greenery. Hard to describe but it means that when you sit at the bar it looks like you could drop at an instant. Pretty incredible. This is a popular spot with the youngness and the older generation. Not overly kid friendly but its doable if need be. I also think it can get a little pricey for the village but again that might the thing they are going for.

Love it! Slightly eccentric, lovely courtyard and a good…read morerange of drinks! Always easy to get a cab out the front which I love!

Tucked away in an underground corner of the swanky Parnell area, Shanghai Lil's isn't as Asian as…read moreit makes out, but it's certainly a unique experience. Once wondering down the stairs, you are greeted by some lovely staff who offer you a drink while you wait for your dinner compadres. There's a delightful lounge, moodily lit and decorated like it was the roaring '20s. Antique leather couches, precious lights, gorgeous paintings and soothing Jazzy music, this place makes you feel like you've stepped into another world. Once you're done with the lounge, you venture into the restaurant for a scrummy dinner. It becomes much lighter with open french windows and a decidedly European menu. The portions are small and incredibly pricey, but not bad if you're wanting something a little special. They were delicious, I have to admit! Otherwise, if you're on a budget, drinks are the way to go for this quaint establishment.