10 restaurant menus in %{citta}, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
10 restaurant menus in New Zealand, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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"I came to Masu for the restaurant month menu ($55) and it was 3 courses. The atmosphere was really pretty and lively, despite after COVID-19 not..."
Sharon Louie
"Friendly service, fresh sashimi , very popular..."
Rex Chen
"Loved the miso king crab leg, just..."
Daniel Phillips
"Tried this place today for an anniversary celebration. The seating was spacious and the service through out our lunch was exceptionally good despite..."
Wilson Shum
"Favourite Japanese restaurant!! I've come back multiple times over the years even though it's so expensive because it's definitely worth the taste..."
Doris Ma
"The food was beautifully displayed and so fresh the salmon was so buttery and smooth. All service team was knowledgeable on what was in the food...."
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Alice
"We booked in on Valentine's day. We were greeted at the door and was seated promptly. Our servers were very friendly and helpful in answering..."
Aimee
"Food was great. And for Valentine's day, one of the busiest time of the year for them, the service has been..."
Claire Teves Tamse
"Love love love Masu. From the time you walk in to the time you leave, the service is on point and attentive, but not suffocating. The drinks and food..."
Aimee R
"A class above. Everything about our experience at Masu was top notch. We had the pleasure of being seated in front of the chefs, and it was..."
Famished
"Greeted by a very respectful and welcoming host. Attentive and enjoyable service from the staff. The food comes out fast and was absolutely delicious..."
Satiam Sharma
"Excellent service! the staff are so so friendly and nice! will definately come again love..."
Austin Shen
"I was excited to revisit @masurestaurant last Saturday night, and this time at their private dining room, which seats up to 18 guests. The room is..."
Pandadrools
"No reservation was made. Walked in and a table was ready in 10-15 mins. Excellent service and good seating area. Food was delicious. It looked small,..."
Maesian
"A classy but vibrant Japanese restaurant opposite Skycity.The restaurant keeps the traditional trail of Japanese dishes while adding a..."
Lucy
"One of my favourite restaurants of all time. The food here is always delicious, always fresh. The fit out and decor is beautiful and always has a..."
Chan Can Eat
"I did lunch. Very good food...."
Jonathan So
"Although my family didnāt book, they were nice enough to have a table for us and make us fit even though it was a Friday night. The place itself..."
Maria Paule
"Awsome fine dining, was busy night being Saturday. Hard to find parking but it is town after all. Excellent service, must try the beef tataki and..."
Michelle. N
"Delicious Japanese cuisine inspired by tradition. Loved the ambience, food, service and sake. Had their tokusen tasting menu, was devine. Every dish..."
Ninahooo
"I went to Masu when it first opened and had one of the best meals of my life, so it gets 4 stars. However I have been back a few times and the..."
Angie
"Absolutely loved the food & the atmosphere. Great service team. It is bit expensive but a perfect place to take some for a memorable time. We tried..."
Udeshi
"They have the most beautiful..."
Destiny Mackay
"We went there for Lunch, Except the udon (personally, I don't really like the taste, too bland, and crabs wasnāt fresh). everything else are..."
ClassEscaper
"I've been here several times recently and while the food rates a 5 the service rates a 2-3 overall. It is the service that let's Masu down. The staff..."
Dragon88
"Really good service, great place to go if you are gluten free! We had sushi, chicken skewers, clam miso and chocolate hazelnut dessert. It was yum..."
"It was my first proper fine dining experience, I got the Masu Shomi Set menu which cost $88 per person, which isn't cheap. But it was very worth it...."
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"Me and my girlfriend came here for dinner on our anniversary to celebrate, Service was attentive and prompt.. Food was okay, i would recommend trying..."
Luke Rooney
"Absolutely packed with fun energy, businesses and laughter. On a Friday night the atmosphere of Masu is similar to that awesome moment when you enter..."
Medium_Rare
"Been to Masu for brunch and lunch few times with friends and family. Always enjoyed the meal. A place makes you wanting to go back and try on the new..."
Jenny Kan
"Can not fault, I love this place. We had a family dinner here and booked 2 months in advanced so that we could get the exclusive room at the back and..."
Crackerjacker
"Lovely experience here at MASU the staff were very friendly and welcoming super nice!! We were seated promptly. The service was amazing and the..."
Nathalie
"Masu is an awesome place to celebrate! The decor, vibes, service and food are all awesome. I always enjoy sitting at a table where I can watch the..."
Teresa Lee
"Letās start this review by letting you know that this to date is the best restaurant I tried in New Zealand, every aspect of our dining experience..."
Ang Sarap
"Came in to Masu with the family for lunch and we were highly impressed. We didn't even know what to order because there was SO MUCH to choose from..."
Karina
"My favourite restaurant of all time! My partner and I have dined here multiple times and have left very satisfied every time. We recommend Masu to..."
KMKDA
"Hands down BEST JAPANESE RESTAURANT IN AUCKLAND!!Good lord what a mindblowing EXPERIENCE to celebrate my bby's birthday.1. Food..."
Biitchy
"We planed to go to Masu for my birthday. We ordered a selection of dishes which included chicken skewers, rice with Masu seasoning, salmon Maki rolls..."
Steamed Hams
"Came with the family for dinner over Easter.Exceptional service and a nice environment.The waiter was friendly and also helped us with the..."
John He
"Buffet is top notch even though choices are pretty small, but in the end you know what you are paying for ā quality premium dish. Love it here. Oh..."
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"The food and atmosphere is always superb. I always go to Masu for special occasions and many friends love it. The menu changes according to season..."
Tony Kwok
"Food: 5/5Food was delicious. My favourite was the Pork & Kimchi Gyoza, so soft and flavours worked so well together. The Chashu Pork Belly was..."
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"Highly recommended - beef fillet and the chashu pork belly, both were cooked to perfection. The beef was a perfect medium rare, and the red chili..."
David Ting
"The food is fantastic. The service is very good and friendly. My friends and I have been there for several times and were more than satisfied with..."
CheungYukShing
"We went to Masu for our wedding anniversary dinner. This place is out of the world, for the food just hits the right spots in your brain and slowly..."
Mehak Malhotra
"I love their ļ¼49 lunch so much. Went to eat quite a few times. Lobster and sashimi both good. Sever quick even when they very busy. Service are..."
LuNa The TuNa
"The first time went to Masu as recommended by one of the friends. The food was fresh and delicious. Good location and friendly service. The..."
YummyBlogger
"This place is always so busy! We were greeted with friendly staff and got a seat despite no bookings. Food was nice as always, will definitely visit..."
CHIFAN.EATS
"Iāve been here once, but it was AH-MAZING! Canāt wait to come back and try a different selection. Didnāt get the sashimi this time so very..."
Analese
"Popped in to Masu on tuesday night. Venue is larger than it looks from the road. Staff were friendly and the food was out quick but it was rather..."
Flippynz
"I always enjoy my experience at Masu and this occasion was no different. We didnāt have a reservation for the 2nd of January however we were ..."
Jenny Da
"MASU by Nic Watt is definitely a high end restaurant with good atmosphere, fast service and food was superb. Will surely come back for more..."
Jilly
"I came here because of the lunch combo. Didnāt try in the dinner time yet. The crazy crab lunch combo tasted sooo good. The seafood rice is my..."
Georgina Wang
"Loved this Japanese fine dinning! Very attentive and excellent customer services provided with best quality of food, very fresh sashimi. Perfect for..."
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"Hands down the best dining experience Iāve ever had.We chose the Masu Shomi set menu which consisted of;Ā - Crayfish Spicy Miso..."
Vivian C
"We have been to Masu several times and itās one of our favourites - great atmosphere, excellent service, tasty beverages (alcoholic &..."
Evelyn Chen
"Delicious and tasty food. One of the most friendly and lovely restaurants to dine in. Loved their lamb and sashimi meals. The food presentation is..."
Amorita Maharaj
"Fresh, delicious, beautiful. This Japanese Restaurant is located right next door to the sky tower. Their service is lesser than none, and..."
Darren Big Belly
"Had the opportunity to dine here yesterday with my family and was impressed by the warm service with minimal waiting time that was consistent..."
Calvina
"In an alternate universe I would be able to eat here every night. And maybe for lunch too. Must have: soft shell crab in squid ink brioche. But all..."
Rachel Goodchild
"Nice one to present Japanese cuisine in central of tourismSashimi is fresh, wasabi is very flavourfulSoft shell taco is on pointI just..."
Khoi Nguyen
"Such a lovely restaurant with its pretty decor making you feel like youāre in Japan. The staff were very friendly and prompt with service. Would..."
Linlin
"The food was great! Had the beef fillet. It didnāt fill me up so I got the pork slider as well. It was unfortunately very noisy and to make matters..."
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"Went there and heard ordering al carte was disappointing so decided to go for the set menu at $88 and upgrade one set for the waguu beef which is..."
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"Iāve been here many times and MASU never fails to amaze me. The food, the service and the atmosphere/ambience are all perfect. The staff are..."
Aimee.
"The miso soup with clams was light and savoury, I couldn't get enough! The crayfish taco was delicious. The beef was tender and juicy, cooked..."
Potatomatoes
"Food was delicious and very well presented. Loved the salmon and green tea dessert. Staff are friendly too. A bit over priced and we were left hungry..."
S & F And Baby
"Having gone Gluten Free, this place was a dream come true for me. No need to eat limited foods and dessert to die for. They were able to provide a GF..."
Juaninemontile
"One of Aucklands fine dining Japanese establishments.Some dishes we tried:Pork sliders, soft shell tacos (taco shell is a sheet of deep..."
Tony Shi
"Great service and quality of food. Be prepared to spend a bit of money but I would still highly recommend the food here. We ordered 6 dishes and 2..."
Nakyung Lee
"The service was wonderful. Such friendly, attentive and knowledgeable staff throughout. The food was amazing. I'm not a big fan of fish but I..."
Ali Roland
"Been here couple of times and really enjoyed their sushi, sashimi and scampi tempura. They use good quality ingredients. Service is excellent. Prices..."
Akym
"Went to Masu on a tip from a Kiwi friend. What a sensational place! Service: as I was travelling on my own, they made sure I was comfortable and had..."
Polina747
"Came here on a busy Saturday night with a group of friends. It is very noisy in this restaurant and I was unable to have a proper conversation with..."
Hilary Campbell
"Have been wanting to tick this restaurant off my bucket list.I did on my Birthday.We arrived for lunch with the restaurant half full.Service was..."
PK
"Not one to stray from less extravagant foods but Masu definitely had me thinking otherwise. Great service. Better food! Cocktails are..."
Roimata Edwards
"The best sashimi and crab sushi! Never had a dud meal here, service is faultless and overall a lovely experience time after time! I really like..."
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"The best Japanese restaurant I have ever been to.Donāt be afraid to spend the cash if youāre wanting a truly amazing experience...."
Ekat Jugessur
"A beautiful space! With lovely staff. We ordered far too much to add to the review but if you take anything from reading this I recommend..."
Happy Eater
"Best Buffett in Auckland I can say. Although there's not too much selections, but sashimi and other cold dishes are good enough to fulfill the..."
Jas HUANG
"Best service with amazing food šš. The waitress who has been serving us for the night were really good! Tried almost everything and is a big..."
Selene Nguyen šø
"Been here about 20 times. I'd go back any time and i'd eat anything from this place. Everything i've eaten from this place was 100% quality. Except..."
Julian Michell
"Elegant Modern Japanese style furnishing. The environment was quite noisy but the service was nice! The highlight was definitely the King Crab legs,..."
Jason Shi
"An awesome Japanese resturant, fresh sashimi and tempura, great service. I didnt know a sparkling water can get so many awards... love the king fish,..."
Abby Liu
"Hands down the best Japanese Restaurant I have been to. Great Location, great layout and suggest you book in advance especially if it is a special..."
Glen Liu
"Finally had a chance to try out this place! Iāve already ready so much great reviews on it so I had high expectations. The ambience and decor was..."
Jessica Li
"MASU is a great japanese restaurant with amazing food and even better service. I had the set menu which had great presentation and taste. The timing..."
Wallis
"Masu, a beautiful restaurant to visit. We had the Masu Shomi Menu which is for a minimum of two people. The service was outstanding: they regularly..."
Rachel
"Great food and service. Ideal place for japanese fine dining..... the king crab was amazing. Would recommend booking in advance as its really..."
Kenji
"Four of us had a long Christmas lunch here yesterdayIt was a real feastWe shared 8 plates and then some repeats and dessertsThe..."
Glenn Town
"I came here for lunch just before my holiday to Singapore it was a pretty delicious meal we ordered one of the sets and a few other dishes and the..."
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"Came here for my birthday dinner after being told I was being taken to KFC (99% excited, 1% disappointed š). We came here relatively early on a..."
Lucyeatsakld
"Came on a Monday evening and it was so packed! We were lucky to get a table for two without making a reservation. The interior was beautiful; in the..."
Oksana Zhang
"Came here for a birthday dinner with my bf. Upon entering, the staff greeted us warmly and wished me happy birthday. That was a very pleasant welcome..."
Y Anne
"Never had a bad experience at Masu, they have one of the best set menus available in my opinion. Highlights for me are definitely the sugi-ita-yaki..."
Victoria McMahon
"This is a great japanese resturant. Was very busy on a friday evening...Staff cooking on open grill was a highlight.. I also like to watch the..."
Pinny Quinlan
"You would definitely need a reservation to dine in this restaurant. It was super busy on Friday night but seemed to work like a well oiled machine...."
Jasmine
"We had a great experience at this fine-dining resto! I am so in love with the Sashimi! The best I had so far. The main dishes were also great tasting..."
Jessa Camille Salado
"Nic certainly hit the mark with this one!perhaps because he got the publics opinion first so it was easy to get dishes he knew would be a..."
Chefaldini
"This place is amazing. The staff were super friendly and the food was just stunning - presentation and taste! Loved every moment and we will be back..."
Laura Ferguson
"Dining here was like going to a gallery and being able to see, taste, touch, feel and smell the works of art.The service was extremely..."
Anna
"Delightful experience, with fresh tasty food. Beautiful dish presentation and if you sit around the counters you can even talk with the chefs..."
Wei Wei Chang
"It is very difficult to describe masu accurately. The food is wonderful - primarily good quality ingredients prepared well. The atmosphere is..."
Ollyshaw_nz
"I have been here to celebrate my friend's birthday, the food is amazing, the service compared other restaurants is fantastic ļ½I recommend the..."
Lucia LU
"My boyfriend brought me here on a brunch date and I enjoyed every moment of it š This is the place to go if you are after an elegant dining..."
Hungryfoxbb
"Went to Masu for our anniversary, maybe we had a high expectation. The food themselves were amazing, full of ideas and flavour, but not really that..."
Shenyu263
"Outstanding lunch venue. Slick unobtrusive service. Express lunch was just that. Excellent modern Japanese food served quickly. Will be back for more..."
Fred Ade
"Absolutely stunning.From the first step into the restaurant, I was amazed at the superb customer service we received. There were many staff..."
Kathryn Zhou
"Very excited to dine here! Dined here for a dear friends birthday! Now the restaurant itself is beautiful and spacious. Well staffed and we..."
Kelly
"Really enjoyed MASU, all the dishes ordered were done to perfection. Awesome service as always and beautiful drinks. However the matcha brownie..."
Tt_akl
"Have dined at Masu a few times and our visits have been great. Service and food is consistent and fresh, one of the better Japanese restaurants in..."
Chomnomnom
"The quality and freshness of the food served at Masu is why it has such a great reputation. I came here for my birthday last year and you could not..."
Sasha McCormick
"Most incredible Japanese I have ever had. We went for the brunch. It was so impressive. Endless sashimi, sushi and onsen eggs. The desert was out of..."
Oones Connor
"If you want quality, you've come to the right place. Japanese food at its finest. Definitely a place to impress. Their service is top notch...."
Jade Lim
"Japanese style cuisine cooked mainly over open charcoal grill. We got a skycity package which included a set menu at MASU and the flavors were off..."
Ann R
"I don't usually eat Japanese cuisine but Masu was truly an experience. The presentation is on point and the flavors are great. My fave was the king..."
S&G Take Auckland
"Masu is a cool experience, no doubt about it. Our waitress was excellent-knowledgeable, warm, friendly and available. The kingfish and..."
Louise
"Masu was incredibly busy when we went there. Did not book so had two seats at the kitchen counter but could feel the heat from the kitchen oven. The..."
Sara V
"Great ambiance and service. Food is well presented and good array of drinks. Got the set menu. Had a few cocktails. Well made. Desserts are so good...."
Alas
"This is the best Japanese restaurant I have been to, the place is packed but they offer you a sort of private sitting area for a group of people. I..."
Charmant_lady
"Absolutely sensational. Exceptional service and punctual, delicately delicious food. I loved the sashimi and the soft shell crab. Easy to book,..."
Vee Johnson
"Everyone raves about Masu. If you listen to other amateur diners, this is the holy grail of Japanese cuisine in Auckland. Although you do pay for the..."
Frank
"Everything was Delicious and fresh, amazing service and menu. Tried the $88 set menu and couldn't fault it. Will definitely be back for..."
Kirstie
"Very good Japanese food and services to consider as a must try when coming to Auckland. Love the food and would definitely coming..."
Bac KieuPhong
"Hadnāt been here in a while but is still fantastic Need 3 jobs to pay for it but it was amazing food and great service I will start saving for..."
David Thompson
"I was amazed at the level of great service tonight. The staff were very friendly, super quick to respond, and very helpful with the kids. Of course..."
Michael Ung
"If it weren't so pricy it would be 5/5.I understand the location, but there are better Japanese restaurants out there with better prices..."
Tony Ma
"Dined here with my partner for our anniversary, having read such good reviews my expectations for Masu were pretty high & I was a little underwhelmed..."
Sarah S
"I've been to Nobu in America and It has nothing on MASU! This would be the best Japanese resturant around (haven't been to Japan yet).The..."
Alwayseating
"The food was delicious, but pretty pricey for the amount. Freshest fish I ate in Auckland. Great atmosphere, delicious cocktails (strawberry and yuzu..."
Jacqueline Alice
"This place is absolutely amazing and it has definitely become my favourite restaurant in Auckland. If you love Japanese food and know how to..."
Bella Qian
"Visited this place for a date night to celebrate our anniversary, and it was definitely a wonderful experience. The location is perfect- it's nestled..."
Svetlana Banerjee
"The service was outstanding, down to earth & friendly, made you feel very relaxed . The food was so tasty. Each dish was full of flavour, & the..."
Marie
"Masu is one of those restaurants where you feel as if it was more than just food! Think art on a plate and a symphony for your taste. Beautiful,..."
Elizabeth Myburgh
"When talking to anyone in Auckland about where to get great Japanese food, one name kept cropping up. With this in mind we booked a table for 6 of us..."
Hungry Auckland
"When talking to anyone in Auckland about where to get great Japanese food, one name kept cropping up. With this in mind we booked a table for 6 of us..."
Hungry Auckland
"Hands down best Japanese food in Auckland. Luckily got to try multiple dishes on the menu for a friend's bday. A must see and try I would highly..."
Matt Tieu
"We were lucky enough to walk in on a Saturday night and have a table made available for us after a short wait at the bar. I think it helped that we..."
Mr Eats
"This place never fails to disappoint. Need to book otherwise very hard to get a table. The staff and service level is exceptional and the food is..."
Lynn
"Amazing drinks list -it's so extensive its split into 2 menus. The place is busy, even on a Monday night so best to reserve ahead of time or be..."
Hungusmcfatty
"Go to Masu! Don't think twice. I have been to Masu on many different occasions and recommend their Sunday brunch, their dinner set menus and the al..."
Alexandra
"I had high expectations of this place from its reputation, and was not disappointed! The service was prompt and friendly, and food flavours..."
EpiCurious
"Masu never fails to disappoint - the environment, the delicious cocktails & the innovative dishes.Tonight the service was not as good as normal..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"Really top notch Japanese food. Fantastic service, great atmosphere and aesthetics. Could not fault it, will definitely be going back ASAP! Yum!..."
Megan D'ath
"Feeling super spoiled on our 11th year anniversary. Came here for their Nichiyo Sunday brunch. Nice family friendly and great ambience. You get what..."
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"Went for #Restaurant of the Month" menu $55 for 3 courses.Ā I was wrong. I knew Masu is a high end Japanese restaurant, I also knew Masu is..."
Chelsea
"Lovely food, great ambience. This place teases your taste buds, as the delicate flavours from each dish are exquisite. We tried the ribs and salmon..."
Seriously Foodie
"Food - 4.5/5Ambiance - 4.5/5Service -5/5Went there for two friends' birthdays. Ate a lot šš the food was really nice... and..."
LoveEatLive
"The food here is to die for. If you intend on going here, prepare your wallet- I don't think I've even been here and spent less than $250 for a 2..."
NCC1701
"Had a birthday dinner with 2 friends and Masu did not disappoint. In fact it impressed my guests. The service was attentive but not pushy or stiff...."
TonyF3
"Excellent food. Everything was outstanding but for those prices I would expect nothing less. Sashimi is stunning and the wagyu is melt in..."
Wildpantry
"Popped into Masu very quickly as I was after some Umeshu (Japanese plum wine). Masu definitely impressed as they had more than 5 varieties, not to..."
Ben Ch
"Upon arrival we were wished a happy anniversary which was a nice personal touch. We ordered a set menu which involved dish after dish being brought..."
Sheena
"Wonderful dining experience at MASU tonight, we had 2 sake to share as start and three small dishes, deep fried chicken, crispy squid and edamame;..."
Vicki Guo
"I love the open design of this place especially the open kitchen. The service was excellent and attentive. I started off with a sour cocktail..."
Miss Kiki
"5 star service,as expected from a Japanese restaurant.Staff are knowledgable, helpful and very attentive.Ā The restaurant is big and..."
Michal Rebecca
"Nic Wattās Masu at Sky City Grand has been bestowed with plenty of accolades over the years, including Metroās Restaurant of the Year 2014, and..."
Zoe Bowker
"Went here for dinner. Great service and delicious fresh Japanese food. Really popular. We sat at the bar and watched the genius' at..."
Rachel P
"Beautiful! The wagyu is delicious and well cooked, the cod (signature dish) is absolutely stunning - perfect balance of sweet and salty flavours! My..."
Elle
"Love this Japanese restaurant! My partner isn't too big on seafood but the kingfish salad was so good we ordered it twice! I'd also recommend getting..."
Samantha Gemmell
"Amazing food! Have variety selections :) tempura must try and the crab leg is so fresh and delicious must try it :) service really good and..."
Jo
"Excellent service and loved the atmosphere where the occasional Japanese phrase could be heard in the kitchen. We sat on the counter by the kitchen,..."
Sue
"Really enjoyed the food and the service there, the food is really well presented and tastes really good especially the beef fillet, highly..."
Haihao Zhang
"We came here as part of a package deal with East Day Spa... So our dinner menu was a set menu... The service was excellent and the food that we had..."
Donna&Shane
"Excellent food and service. Food was outstanding served by polite, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Absolutely nothing I would ask to be done..."
Average Peasent
"Came back here again today with my partner to celebrate our anniversary! My partner is gluten free so we got the set menu that was $88 per person,..."
Judy Chhy
"Came here with a group the other night. Exceptional service! We were a little unsure of the best way to deal with our group orders so our server..."
CJ
"Very nice food and service. I had my birthday there and enjoyed it! We enjoyed the dessert platter there shared by 5 people and still couldn't finish..."
Cathy Chen
"Good atmosphere and good variety of food. Came in a group but food comes out quickService was good and a good collection of japanese food and..."
Hubert Cheng
"The place is definitely one of the best in NZ. Although its supposed to be a fine dining, the place made it less formal which is a good thing. The..."
Michelle
"Service was great, everyone was friendly with big smiles except for the lady at the reception. The presentation for the food was very nice. The..."
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"Amazing, love it, can't fault it. Delicious fresh food, fabulous service. Ā By far the best Japanese (or food in general) I have ever had. Ā It isn't..."
KitKat
"Amazing dinner at Masu! I took my friend here for his birthday and we got the degustation menu at $88 per person. It was sensational! A great variety..."
"Very interesting place. Beautiful setting and great service. Loved the decor and the ambience. We chose a set menu amd we were definitely not let..."
Anita Zahoor
"Beautiful dishes that just melt in your mouth. A bit expensive but the service and food makes this place a must try! Definitely try the crab sliders...."
Sarah Parke
"I've come to this nice fancy little restaurant next to Skycity a couple of times already since 2014 (at least 4 times) so I have tried a variety of..."
Melissa
"Best sushi I've tried in Auckland by far! It was so fresh, beautifully presented and oh-so-delicious. This place has made me very critical of..."
Sarah
"Exotic Japanese and European mixed style restaurant. It is something that you have to try at least once in you life time. Food are very pricy but..."
LuciferTSN
"Only restaurant I have rated till date as a 5...difficult to flaw out on this... Best food, best service and best ambience.. Value for money and..."
Kiran Kanchan
"This joint has the best Japanese iv ever had! The wagu beef and the sweet fish main are just insane- staff are friendly and not in ur face. Not too..."
Chris Mohen
"we were very lucky to have a table as we didn't make reservation. super yummy food and great drink menus. didn't have time to try their dessert menu..."
Chloe Yan Chen
"Not traditional Japanese, but the food is still delicious! Went here last Friday. Loved the decor and the atmosphere. Dresscode - smart..."
Don Shrimpton
"Was very very impressed with Masu!! The food was delicious, looked and tasted great.The ambience is great. And flavours -spot..."
Dee Smith
"The food here is amazing! Totally worth going - reasonably priced too! Cost is $95 for 3 of us not including any drinks. Fabulous gluten free menu..."
Katie-Rose Comiskey
"We came to Masu at 6.30pm to find a full restaurant (no surprises there judging from what we have heard about the place). It was a Friday so they had..."
Khoa Le
"First time at Masu I wasn't too sure what to expect but by looking at reviews I was really excited for an awesome dining experience. With such a..."
Rebecca Stringfellow
"Stunning food. Perfect getaway in winter and would be great if they had more of an outdoor area in summer. The tempura flounder is a must! You must..."
Emma
"Went here as a group of 11 and were looked after amazingly well. The food is on point and the cocktail selection for the ladies or lads is also..."
Sam Jones
"Been here a couple of times now, and although it's not your traditional Japanese food, the chefs certainly provides a nice twist on usual dishes...."
Calvin
"Ohhhh my goodness the brunch is amazing! Such good value considering the quality of the food, service and the fact that I could eat as much sashimi..."
Kate W
"This was not the first time we had our dinner here. The food served was not authentic I would say they were more towards fusion style. I loved the..."
Cindy Ong
"As you would expect. Good food, good service, and good ambience. Will come back again. Of note were the attentive staff who were helpful and..."
Auckland Eats
"Came her for dinner on my birthday 2 weeks ago and had previously came for graduation dinner in May 2014. The staff have always been very..."
Jemimah
"Very nice food. Love the black cod dish. They got a DJ in house on friday night. The service was very nice. Friendly staff and efficient..."
Zoe Huang
"I was treated to dinner at Masu for my birthday. Everyone had raved about Masu and I really wanted to try it. It has a lovely ambiance and a..."
Jess Pendergrast
"Outstanding!!! Among the best Japanese restaurants I've dined in.. The food, the service and the atmosphere were all exceptional... I'll be back next..."
Damo
"Food & atmosphere lovely but just reminded me how lucky we are in Auckland with great quality Japanese at good prices so just felt overpriced. Good..."
Jane Bennett
"Masu is a brilliant creation from Nic Watt; a classy restaurant that has true Japanese fare - you can even hear the work of the chefs from their open..."
Gentlepig
"The food here is unbelievably good! The soft shelled crab was so crispy, so were the tempura. The chicken skewers and lamb cutlers were amazing. And..."
Tash
"I've been to Masu twice recently and have been impressed on both occasions. Ā The food is an amazing modern twist on traditional Japanese (with..."
Katie Stubbs
"Outstanding! Just got in on shared table without booking on a Friday night! In a hurry to make a show an food was surprisingly speedy!! We..."
Paris
"Went to Masu with my wife to celebrate our Wedding anniversary. It was a faultless evening! The food was amazing as we sampled from throughout the..."
Brian
"I have been to Masu several times and tonight did not disappoint! We had the chief's selection of 8 sashimi, pickles for two and black cod amongst..."
Lukas
"Ambience - comes across as very authenticFood - this is where MASU really shines. Beautifully presented and very different to what I'm used to for..."
Robert Fazekas
"reasonable priceā¦derserts are awsome. High quality food. Especially the sashimi, very good fish. Even their wasabi is different from other japanese..."
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"Located in the Heart of Auckland CBD This Japanese Restaurant has a Broad range of different style and Unique food presentation Great customer..."
Andre Dez Toparea
"Masu is amazing. Every dish is a flavour explosion. Highlights include the Eye filet with chili, Tiger prawns, and if course the tuna! Plus a sour..."
Michael Sorensen
"Great experience. On holiday in Auckland and we know they do Japanese cuisine well in that city. Ended up in Masu by chance and were grateful fate..."
The Toothpick
"My partner and I decided to enjoy the friday night by treating ourselves to one of the best restaurants in Auckland. I have always been intrigued of..."
Nikka Aurea Borja
"Well we went back and we were not disappointed this time. Maybe because we knew what dishes to avoidIt was delicious and we were stuffed by the..."
The Incredible Edible
"We went to Masu for our wedding anniversary earlier tonight. We went for the $120 per person set menu with wine/sake match. The highlights were the..."
Austin
"Absolutely delicious. I came here because everyone was raving about it. When I first walked in there was an instantly chic ambiance, very..."
Mariamjafer
"A total culinary delight from start to finish. The masu tokusen with matching wine is a must have for all great foodies out there.The..."
Shamal Kumar
"Very nice place, presentation and quality of food was a job well done. Recommended to everyone who loves there sushi and dessert was definitely..."
Talon McCarthy
"Was an amazing meal and very professional staff, recommended to everyone to dine there. Also great atmosphere and decor...."
Andrew Littlejohn
"Been here twice! Loved the fatty tuna, soft shell crab, their dessert platter, tofu, sushi, selection of alcohol, including sake. The decor and..."
Bettina Tran
"Loved this restaurant!! Good friendly waitresses & a nice helpful manager. The decor was really beautiful and felt like the perfect way to enjoy such..."
Celeste
"Great ambiance, great customer service, great food presentation, a great range of food and the food tasted great as well.We had in..."
Audric Kam
"Went to Masu for xmas lunch with 9 people who all loved the food. The place can get loud when full, and the menu is pricey but worth a try. ..."
Charlee Brown
"I was expecting a lot when I went here. While the food was good I didn't think it lived up to its reputation. Worth another go but I think Depot is..."
Angela Trigg
"Overall we thought our tasting menu was amazing. We're no all that into seafood but have to say that we enjoyed everything immensely especially the..."
B D H
"Absolutely stunning evening of great, high quality food and a warm atmosphere. Food and staff presented to a very high standard and at an affordable..."
Daniel Taylor
"I must say straight off that I enjoyed the overall experience dining at Masu.Ā The dining room is great, the service excellent and the food very..."
Gus
"The best japenese in Auckland by far, love how you can sit around the kitchen and watch them cook, or if you sit near the bar you can see them..."
Cole Saunders
"I'd been recommended Masu by several friends, so on a very rare child free night out, we were excited to experience the hype.The service..."
Celeste Bowden
"It was just an amazing night to have dinner in Masu. The waiters and waitresses were always ready to help and the environment was just beyond..."
Shirley Yu
"I came to Masu with a group of ladies for a Tuesday dinner during Auckland Restaurant Month. I was super excited to dine at Masu with all itās..."
Genie @ BunnyEatsDesign
"Masu was an amazing experience. Was at a work function so I got to try a variety of dishes that I normally wouldn't pick. Service was great and..."
Daz
"The staff; 10/10 from the time I made the booking until the moment we left - Absolutely outstanding. They went above and beyond making our evening..."
Nicola Bensley
"High-end dining indeed. Be prepared to pay an arm and a leg for an experience in Masu. But having said that, you do get what you pay for in..."
Adeline
"Loved everything about Masu! We tried it out after a friend's recommendation. The service was great - our waitress was extremely helpful and the food..."
Mai
"MASU was amazing!!! Excellent service and the food was incredible! It is on the pricey side but defiantly worth it as the food is amazing!! I would..."
Lilly S
"We went for a birthday dinner a few weeks back,Food was top notch =) staff were friendly, everything melted in your mouth and we actually..."
Chloe-Mae Repia
"The best in Auckland! I went with three foodies and they all agreed. We rated it and three of us gave it a 10 and one gave it a 9.5 because..."
David Shaw
"We were recommended this restaurant by hospitality industry professionals so our expectations were high. Easy to make a reservation, courteous and..."
Russell Hooper
"Fabulous experience! We wanted to try a new dining experience and the nice mix of casual but high end was great. Buzzing city location, good decor..."
Anil S
"Masu Restaurant, Sky City, AucklandMy husband and I are addicted to Japanese food and went to Masu for a special occasion after watching..."
Rachael Thompson
"OMG is all I can start to say.... We went to Masu with friends, what we experienced was simply stunning. This restaurant has truly brought..."
Monique
"Our experience couldn't be further from the previous reviewer. This is a class act. If we had the Michellin rating here it would get at least two..."
Mark Vella
"Amazing display of fusion at its finest. Japanese flavors with an artistic flare on every plate. Wonderful service and definitely worth the money..."
Onnie Wongchanon
"This place has won so many restaurant awards this year alone itās ridiculous! I was lucky enough to try Masu for a work lunch-do, otherwise I..."
Jennifer Manalo
"Masu, part of the SkyCity complex, needs no introduction after being named the 2014 Metro Restaurant of the Year Supreme Winner. We decided to come..."
Carmella @ Easy Food Hacks
"Feel like something fancy?Masu Japanese Robata Restaurant and Bar has been receiving a load of buzz lately. Itās taken out a load of..."
Jenna Wee
"After tasting Masu's Salmon Tataki at Big Day Out's Chow Town, something changed. I now liked salmon. So in no time at all I found myself dining..."
Madicattt
"Housed beside the lobby of Skycity's Grand Hotel, Masu, a contemporary Japanese Robata Restaurant and Bar, is the latest creation of Nic Watts, who..."
Amy @ My Dining Journey
"We had dinner at Masu and thought it was a wonderful Japanese restaurant weād be visiting again! The ambience is great, with high, lofty ceilings..."
Yummy Auckland
"Quality of the food was just superb. Among the best Japanese food ive eaten in..."
David
"Went there for diner a while ago and it was the best dining experience I had in Auckland.
The sashimi is a 'must try', no matter you chose one type..."
StayAwhileandEaT
"A very nice place. We made reservation two weeks before the trip and it is definitely an amazing experience with MASU. The food was fabulous..."
Irena Hu
"This is by far, one of the best and authentic Japanese restaurants, that I have ever been to. Servings is generous. Everything here was tasty and..."
P Sha
"I was back for the third time to celebrate my birthday at this wonderful Japanese restaurant. Three of us had the Tokusan tasting menu and every dish..."
Susan Templer
"Loved it loved it loved it! Celebrated hubbys 50th with our adult children. Opted for the set menu Shomi $99pp and well worth it. Loved every dish...."
Pearl Parsons
"Have to try the Masu Natsu Tokusen Menu as it provides an excellent variety of food for someone who is indecisive like me lol. One of the best meals..."
Thomas Safran
"We ordered everything separately, my first time trying Wagyu beef and it was amazing. Everything was perfect and amazing, highly recommend Masu, must..."
Sokly Sim
"We ordered the set menu. You will not be disappointed with it. Each dish was delicious offering a different taste explosion. We also ordered a..."
TPK B
"Quality of food was great of course.
Went in on a Saturday and booked 2 weeks ahead for 7pm. We were told items were out as we tried to order them,..."
TK
"This restaurant has been the best Japanese restaurant I've ever been to. We got a wide selection of small dishes ranging from sushi rolls, tempura..."
"Great food!! I ordered the seafood lovers Donburi and it was fantastic, the salmon was delicious. There was a nice atomashphere with a fireplace and..."
Jasmin Bull
"Found this in place by accident! What a hidden jewel! Dood was wonderful and the atmosphere was genuine. Food was authentic and great care was put..."
Rachel Adams
"Amazing food. Will definitely go back again. Highly recommend the steak, it's so tender and full of..."
Abigail Ong
"We had a very nice meal last week at Kura, we chose a range of small dishes including the pictured Prawan Gyoza and Takowasabi (felt the octopus was..."
Ashlee Hutchinson
"Kura is an absolute delight. We popped in for a quick dinner before a show at the Civic and were very impressed with both the quality of the food..."
Phil SHEEHAN
"Happy friendly staff, very welcoming. Great food and excellent location to where we were staying. We really enjoyed our time here. We were actually..."
Ben W
"A really good Japanese restaurant in Auckland. Environment is unique and atmosphere is special. Will recommend to my friends who are visiting..."
c l s
"This restaurant is an institution for good reason - but specifically for me - itās ALL about the wasabi they use with the sushi - itās fresh,..."
Brent Burge
"This place has many delicious food and excellent atmosphere. Service is very nice and the proce is..."
Seita
"Good service and great food
Place was very cosy too. Sashimi was fresh and the wasabi was..."
"Today was the first time that hubby and I came to dine at Heizo and it was to celebrate our 44th month being married. It was exceptional, they did..."
Kendra Solomon
"I never tasted so delicious meat the very meal so soft and especially parws so yumm good..."
Mt Wellington My Kitchen
"Friendly owners, always feel very welcome. Food is great, always fresh and delicious. Yum yum sauce is very yummy and always able to get more. ..."
S B Foodie
"Happened upon this beautiful, family run restaurant. Really intimate dining experience. Delicious food, and really great value for money. Definitely..."
Samantha
"This place would be the go-to spot for decent, authentic Japanese teppanyaki without breaking the bank. Their set menu portions were generous and the..."
Linda
"Possibly one of the best teppanyaki place in Auckland. Staff are very polite and professional. Authentic experience with scrumptious food. Would..."
SMINT400
"Food was delicious. We ordered scotch fillet steak set and fish fillets set; both were tasty. Loved their yum yum prawns appetizer which was included..."
LilianMonaghan
"Transitional Japanese Teppanyaki restaurant, small and cute one. Polite and friendly waitress & nice and professional chef. Scotch fillet is juicy..."
Flora
"Lovely restaurant with great service. The steak was good with the Japanese sauce and the ingredients were freshš We were super hungry and the food..."
Hungry Bearš»
"This has to be a new market best kept secret. The food is divine. So fresh and absolutely cooked with love. The staff remember our drinks order and..."
Kristi Adele Churches
"Yummy, fresh and full of flavour! Weāve been eating out at Heizo for more than a year now and the quality and taste is always consistent. Love..."
Shalene
"I really like it here! Great atmosphere and welcoming staff. A cool show from the chef and nice food. The fish is the only disappointment but every..."
Dragon88
"Have been here a few times and the service is always amazing! Friendly staff, great atmosphere and very tasty food. Highly recommend stopping in for..."
Jesse Metcalfe
"Had a beef eye fillet set.Everything amazing.This restaurant makes you feel like in Japan.I had nice night with my wife and the..."
Kazumasa Kobayashi
"I honestly think is the best restaurant in Auckland! Fresh delicious food, friendly efficient staff, and a clean restaurant with an authentic vibe...."
Kate Thompson
"Dined here last week with a friend. We decided on the $99 taste of all. The first course were veges with miso. The veges were cooked perfectly and..."
Hannah Gear
"Very fresh ingredients, excellent service and a warm cosy atmosphere. Much better then the other Teppanyaki places i have been to and the price is..."
Albert Fu
"A frequent place of visit for me. This tiny restaurant has excellent food and very reasonable price for the lunch set. Friendly chef and..."
Joel Kerber
"Cosy and friendly little teppenyaki restaurant, been here many times and always enjoy the experience. Tonight had taste of NZ combination Salmon and..."
Louise Heather
"Absolutely love the food here. Great food at great price!Ā The chef is also very friendly and attentive :) I would definitely go again..."
Tracy Tsai
"Good things - absolutely adorable chef and staff, super amazing and attentive service, lovely cost atmosphere, acceptable food. Fresh salmon and..."
Jasveen Kaur
"The 10,000th times dinning in Heizo (everyone knows this isn't real, right?). Taste still amazing. Everytime i come i will order the "Taste of All"..."
Kelvin Laojh
"Dined at this outlet several times before, but always at dinner time. Always satisfactory. Always enjoyable. Had their lunch today. 5 to 6 meat..."
Patrick Tong
"Such a lovely experience! The staff was super friendly and the food was simply amazing! Will definitely come back and recommend to friends and..."
Stefi.lee95
"This is a cozy little gem. Great prices for lunch. Service is excellent and friendly. I love the prawns and yumyum sauce. Green tea ice cream is..."
Kai Finder
"My favourite Japanese place ! I go at least once a week for lunch and love their teriyaki chicken and fish . Amazing food , great service and always..."
Sonia Patel
"I have been a fan of Heizo forever. Never got around to a review.To start with its genuinely intimate. No gusts just one man and his skill..."
Mike G.
"Teppanyaki done right. Waygu was to die for, always found service here awesome; was fast as usual, guy is really friendly even taking time to explain..."
Eric Tan VersionTwo
"This place has the best Teppanyaki ever. It's opened by actual Japanese people, not Korean or Chinese, so the food is authentic. The squid was cooked..."
Will Zheng
"Decided to try out this place last week, after having walked past it a few times before whenever I was in the area. Happy to say I will be back..."
Christina
"Love, love, LOVE the teppanyaki here!My Japanese workmate approves of the taste of Japan here, thus I happily dug in my scotch fillet..."
Sheila Putri
"Best teppanyaki experience in Auckland. First, it's owned by Japanese, not Korean or Chinese people, hence gave an original taste of Japan,..."
Tanz
"I love this restaurant, I usually eat here once a week my favourite dish is the taste of all .... This place is a winner with it's friendly staff and..."
Brenna
"Took my sister for her birthday dinner and had an amazing night. The chef was entertaining, funny and so lovely. Not only was he great on the grill,..."
Chr Cat
"Came to Heizo for my sister's family birthday dinner not expecting much but was really impressed. The food was prepared really quickly which was..."
India Shores
"Time and date: Weekday night dinnerFood and beverages ordered: special set menu for two, i think it is the tepanyaki taste..."
Cheap Cheap Foodie
"Beautiful food beautiful people thats all I can say ! Highly recommended to all !..."
Ian Wheatley
"I have been here for several times :-) my favorite teppanyaki in Auckland! the chef is really nice and friendly! The food is amazing too, especially..."
C. Food Lover
"Great little Japanese spot. We do the $15 set lunch special almost weekly and wouldn't change a thing! Staff are super friendly and the food is..."
Mrs T
"We arrived just a little after 5pm and asked if we would start the dinner meal before their actual dinner hrs. They happily accommodated to our needs..."
Pablo Andres Retamales Carreno
"This restaurant is amazing! I went there with my girls. The chef is lovely and staff are very friendly. Especially I loved Wagyu combo, the meat was..."
Miss Shorty
"I love Heizo Teppan-yaki! This is a small, intimate restaurant that always makes me feel like I've taken a mystery turning and discovered a gem in..."
Duncan Stuart
"We had a wonderful dinner at Heizo last Saturday night and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The food was outstanding and the service excellent. We..."
Mary Rose Elie
"Heizo Restaurant is amazing, I have been a regular here from day one.Food is always fresh and fast! It is easy to order and and swap sides in..."
Sarah Kearns
"Went for lunch with group of 9 people.We pre-ordered our food and everything was spot on. One of our member wanted teriyaki salmon sushi..."
Cho Jin Hee
"Staff were really friendly~Gave my kid cousin a free ice cream/shredded ice thing, food was great, Chef Takeshi (Got name from other reviews) really..."
Garrick Chong
"Chef Takeshi are the BEST. We have been dinning @ Heizo Japanese Restaurant for the last 2 years and will stay loyal. The quality of the food are..."
Reinche
"Chef Takeshi really knows his stuff! Had lunch for $15 which is a real bargain. Dinner set teppanyaki includes yummy prawns. In my view this little..."
Evelyn Tan
"Great food, the chef was very entertaining and the staff were lovely. I'll def be going back..."
Ayah
"Went there for teppanyaki lunch, and ordered the eye filet and fish fillet of the lunch set menuThe chef was very thorough in preparing our..."
Alex
"Absolutely wonderful meal and an amazing and talented chef cooking it freshly for us! The food was cooked to perfection and I could tell everyone in..."
cheezo
"I genuinely cannot express how much I loved the food. It was so delicious and something I wish i could have every day. Thereās a wonderful variety..."
Henry
"Would always give this place a 5 star. Went there today for my favorite lunch set which is the Hamburg Teppanyaki. Same lovely taste. Same lovely..."
ENKI'S FUN TECHNO STUFF (EnkiTrillionaire)
"My new favourite restaurant! Food is amazing and authentic, the chef is very highly skilled and great to chat with while cooking our meals in front..."
P M
"Enjoyed a birthday dinner with friends. Delicious food and excellent service! There were a lot of options for dinner that would cater to different..."
Karyn Ann Udanga
"Tried to go to Daikoku, instead went here and was the best decision. Amazing experience, from food, nice staff, and exceptional service. Recommended..."
Elliot Oxborough
"A truly Japanese experience. This restaurant is the closest we found in Auckland to the small-town eateries we remember from our holidays in Japan...."
Michel Gehin
"If you want an authentic Japanese experience, you can't beat this place! The experience was intimate and cozy, it really felt like I had just..."
Jourdan Turner
"Really beautiful food! Carefully prepared and friendly staff. Good value - salad yummy and prawns with yum yum sauce super good!! You HAVE to try the..."
Lee Martelli
"Easily the best Japanese restaurant in Auckland.
I ordered a sirloin steak and prawns, which was excellent and tender (MUST try the yum yum..."
Tim Moon
"The customer service was quick, polite and patient.
The food was delicious
The chef was hospitable and kind
The price was reasonable
The ambience of..."
Chauvelle Beazley
"This classic teppanyaki restaurant is my family favorite. We always come here for our great treat. This small restaurant is good for a party between..."
Joss Tech
"First time trying this place. Ambiance is nice here, very authentic feeling Japanese restaurant. Sits around 20 customer im guessing. We had the..."
Wilson Shum
"One of my favourite restaurants. Service is always excellent and the food is so consistently tasty. I love getting the steak set. The prawns with the..."
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"I,came here early for an appointment, so casually walked in. Not a big place, with a long teppan table, sitting rather cozy. But food is beautiful..."
Monica Cheng
"super tastyļ¼The scotch fillet is so delicate and the special yum yum source goes well with the teriyaki shrimps.
Staffs are very polite.
Love this..."
Z Liang
"Amazing restaurant with delicious food. But the prices are quiet a stretch which makes me go back once a month than once a week. Wish the prices..."
ajay shankar
"Delicious meal but small portions for the price, cost $170 for 3 adults and 1 child. Disappointed the chef didn't interact or do any tricks while..."
"This is definitely the best teppanyaki we have ever had in auckland. I had the delux course and my parner had the eye fillet. The meat w awesome...."
Hongwei Tan
"Celebrated my friendās birthday here. Food was very fresh and tasty. Staff were attentive and friendly. Would come back..."
LilianMonaghan
"Visited this place for a family night out. Loved how the chefs preparing food right in front of us.Itās a small place with limited staff,..."
CHIFAN.EATS
"It is a small teppan Japanese restaurant. But the food there is tasty. I like the soup, the problem is I think the crab is not fresh enough. I highly..."
Wanzi Xiao
"The taste and the presentation was great! There are many subtle flavors you just can't recreate at home. However my friend did complain about the..."
Rae Zhang
"What a find! My partner and I came here on a recommendation and the food was exquisite. We got the 5 course degustation each and for $50ish you get a..."
Alisa Samountry
"Best teppanyaki in Auckland. Nice environment and friendly service. Service very fast. And ingredients are all pretty fresh. Love to dining..."
LuNa The TuNa
"Convenient location, great showmanship, and tasty menu. I thought the A5 wagyu from here was the best Iāve had in Auckland. Even though..."
Darren Big Belly
"High quality food and awesome waguya beef and misu soup. One of the best i ever tried. The chef is one of the best i ever seen. Very professional and..."
Moe Sylver
"Great food. Bowz is a well established Japanese restaurant in Auckland and I would say one of the best teppanyaki restaurants in Auckland. The dishes..."
Rob
"Bowz may look like an inconspicuous restaurant but their teppanyaki is the best I've had in NZ. Been there twice and ordered the 5 course dinner set...."
Y Anne
"Quality value for money meals that will satisfy both veg and non_veg foodies, all this prepared right in your midst. This centrally located venue has..."
Carlton Glenn
"This Japanese restaurant is my favorite place for dinner at the moment. We come here 1 a week for dinner. Food here have a high standard quality and..."
Jewel
"Great food. Great service. Went for my son's birthday. Very attentive to my son's food allergies which we appreciated very much. Chef very skillful..."
Cullen Szeto
"We came here for dinner last night and each got the 5 course meal. Myself with salmon, my partner with chicken thigh. We also added on 2 x lots of..."
Gem Hackett
"We came for the wagyu beef. The kids meal is with high quality and good price. The chef is friendly and good at matching the sauces with the food...."
Xiaolan Zhu
"Food 5/5Price 3.5/5 $110 for all this foodService 5/5 Have always wanted to try this place and it did not disappoint. The chef..."
Donna Lau
"The food is yummy, staff friendly. It is quiet and clean quiet though it is a small restaurant. We were there about one hour over sitting and eating..."
Robin C S Hii
"Went there for my Mumās 65th birthday party. The service was excellent and friendly. The food was delicious, and it was pretty entertaining to..."
Veronika
"Fantastic place to eat.Best Japanese I have eaten and the food was amazingly fresh.It was my partners birthday and after we had finished our meals..."
Rick Anderson
"BEST teppanyaki in Auckland.Full stars for being the best in Auckland. Tastes delicious and excellent service. If I wanted teppanyaki this..."
Tony Ma
"We went to Bowz Teppan & Dining for my dad's birthday. We ordered the salmon, teriyaki chicken and beef sirloin bowz sets. Every course was superbly..."
Kylie
"We came to this restaurant for my birthday and ordered the seven or eight course menu. Can't remember. The service was friendly and they catered to..."
Aimee.
"This is definitely a good one Teppan Dining Bowz Restaurant. Excellent cuisine, inventive and generous. Maybe a bit too generous. I want to try..."
Lucas
"Overall: 4.7/5Service: 5/5Food: 5/5Wait time: 4/5Overall the experience was really good and my group really enjoyed the..."
Shaydn Estreich
"Went here for sisters bday today. It was veryy yum restaurant and the food was gorgeous appearance wise and tasted amazing as well. The food was a..."
HelenMeng2000
"What a place! Thank you for making our family meal special. The quality of ingredient is just so fresh. My parents are normally quite picky but even..."
Claire L
"Great service, amazing food and good ambience. Not too dark and fantastic view of the chefs cooking. Went the extra mile to bring out a mini cake..."
Karena De Souza
"Dinner at the restaurant was superb, wait staff was friendly to answer any questions. We ordered set menu, comes with 8 different types of appetizer,..."
Yoyo
"This is a real find in Auckland. Delicious food in good portion. We ordered set menu about $35-40 per person. Comes in 8 kinds of appetizers, good..."
Chi Chen
"My Favourite Japanese restaurant! Love the food and especially the premium wagyu beef! We usually grab the GrabOne voucher for the 8 course meal..."
Shelly
"We bought the grabone premium wagyu teppan set, food is very good. Service is top notch. The wagyu they serve are from Kagoshima, which is one of the..."
Emily Lim
"Have been there for many times. The best authentic Japanese teppanyaki place. Wagyu is a must try. Fantastic food and service. They provide a cake..."
Lovemelody
"Came here with my sister on a strangely busy Tuesday lunch. It was actually super nice, despite my never having heard of it before! We both got the..."
Natalie Dolan
"Great teriyaki salmon lunch at a reasonable price although we were seated out of sight of cooking.Ā One thing to be aware of is drinks are not..."
Bryan
"I love Japanese food and last night was my first night dining at this restaurant, I loved it the food was well made and fresh. It was well presented..."
Jane Churchward
"The beef sashimi is the best I have even had, juicy tender. Salmon set is great, food is very delicious. Desserts are good but not great. Staff are..."
CherryPie
"We went to bowz with the groupon voucher for lunch. It Was pretty good... quick and friendly service. The food was quite nice, the portion..."
Lia Yosaatmadja
"I had the Bowz Deluxe set with fish of the day and Wagyu. We're sitted by the teppanyaki bar so it's really fun seeing the chef preparing the food...."
Elonie
"I was quite pleased with my lunch experience here today. We were promptly greeted by the chef and waitress - both of whom had a lovely manner - and..."
Nikki S.
"My wife and I were there yesterday .We were the first to be there .The young waiter politely ushered us to the table .He followed up..."
Meng Tan
"Amazing tepanyaki experience. Took my mum here for her bday and was blown away with their food and fantastic hospitality. They truly presented a..."
Hungus Girl
"This place makes delicious teppanyaki food having been here a few times before. The service is very good and the staff polite. The steak and salmon..."
Frank Lin
"I was blown away by the prime beef fillet Teppanyaki. Everything was prepared in front of you. From the miso soup to the rice, you'll experience an..."
Shamim.ramputh
"Booked a table online with a course meal include two wines for two people voucher. But there was the limitation on wine. Only could choose it between..."
Michelle Hwang
"Have been going for 6+ years. They reached their peak of value for money under Naru. Now they are more expensive but still reasonable value. Once..."
Dick Andrews
"Lovely little Japanese Teppan Yaki restaurant. Nice location, easy parking and lovely food. Although the portion of the food is not huge, but they..."
Richard Lin
"Went here tonight with our friends who bought voucher on groupon. Oh my, this was a delightful meal. My husband doesnt really eat fish never mind raw..."
Debi Barrett
"Amazing food, love their prawn and salmon miso and all the mains. We had a king salmon and a scallops and prawn and they were very fresh and tasty...."
CrazyCatLady_EmmaC
"Absolutely awesome teppanyaki. We had the Christmas special - excellent deal for $100. Includes all the best dishes. Everything was superb. Highly..."
Kristie Elphick
"My husband and I went to Bowz for their set lunch. The food was high-quality and delicious. Well balanced set lunch. Portions were not big but the..."
Sho
"We were fortunate to have booked our table to this small restaurant - small but cosy. It's the second time I've been at Bowz. Ā We ordered cold..."
STRADS
"Bowz is an amazing restaurant. The food was amazing and the service at its finest. Everything was wonderful especially when the food is cooked in..."
Leeroh
"We dined at Bowz last night. Ā At first glance at the menu we thought it was a bit pricy, but in the end it was 200% worth it. Ā The staff treated us..."
Jannyannyanice
"Excellent dining experience, friendly..."
Oliver Samin
"Went to Bowz for the first time last Friday night. I didn't have very high expectations as usually I'm not the biggest fan of Teppanyaki. In the past..."
Allen Huang
"Excellent service, great good, superb quality and attention to details. I love the atmosphere, decorations and the taste of the food was cooked to..."
Phil
"Went for dinner when I was travelling in NZ. There wasn't nice Japanese restaurant before but here it is. I didn't expect I can eat Wagyu almost the..."
Miki Fujita
"This was the first time I tried Teppanyaki in NZ, and had a amazing experience. The restaurant is a bit small but very cozy and beautifully..."
Aya
"How often do you get the opportunity to have premium Wagyu beef, served with many other traditional yet stylish dishes inside a warm, charming..."
Jack
"Went for dinner last night and it was fantastic! The food is great, the chef is amazing and the staff are awesome. We had an..."
Collette
"Went there last weekend with family. Was warned prior to booking that service could be a bit slow as they were very busy but they did have the..."
Steven Song
"We have eaten here twice. Both times it was outstanding with fantastic friendly and accommodating service and wonderful food that is fresh and..."
Marion Forman
"We have just dined here for Mothers Day. Service was amazing, food was so fresh and cooked perfectly. Kids meals were the best we have ever seen...."
Michelle Young
"The food was cooked to perfection, the flavour was kept simple, original but outstanding. The waitor seemed a bit too busy to look after all the..."
Michelle
"I have been coming here since it opened and the food standard has been maintained at the same excellent quality the entire time. Ken and Maru run a..."
Paul
"My family dines at BOWZ occasionally and have never been disappointed.The food is fabulous, the service excellent and the owner/chef - Ken cooks..."
Eugene Kwok
"Excellent fresh food and friendly service. I have been often for lunches and dinner. The set lunch is really good value for money. Love watching..."
Walksinauckland.com
"This restaurant is AMAZING. We eat there all the time, and have yet to have anything less than a stunning meal. Beautifully fresh, light and so..."
Amy
"This restaurant is fantastic. Healthy dining and entertaining by the wonderful friendly team. Great sitting watching your food be prepared on the..."
Carolyn Ravlich
"The food at Bowz is fantastic, and it is always entertaining to watch it be..."
Irene Smith
"The food experience was last year but I still wanna tell you it is a good choice for lunch or dinner or dating.recommended..."
Fay Bao
"The food is delicious and so well decorated with a large variety of dishes to choose from. Sitting close to the grill is definitely a bonus as it is..."
Anushka
"Iāve always loved teppanyaki and heard good words about this place for age. This was my first visit. It did not disappoint.
The teppanyaki was..."
William W
"This place is seriously one of our family's all-time favourites. Their food always looks and tastes amazing. I couldn't help but give them a 5-star..."
Peggie Cheng
"Loved the food and service! Watching the chef prepare and cook my dinner was a delight. Especially since he was super clean with mannequin hands and..."
Siriporn Falcon-Grey
"Had dinner here to celebrate little girlās birthday. We ordered three sets of 5 meal course which all of us three were super enjoy the delicious..."
Lei
"The restaurant is small but the food is like fine dining. We had the the five course menu. Food was great, plentiful and totally memorable. Service..."
Simone Young
"Our visit to this teppanyaki restaurant was truly exceptional. The food was exquisite, and the service surpassed our expectations. However, a member..."
Duncan Andrews
"First time trying here. We had the 5 courses menu with the scotch fillet and the yellow fin as main. The entree/appetiser was interesting. They..."
Wilson Shum
"Very delicious , very worth the $27. The chef is very kind and the beef sirlion was very tasty with its..."
Selina Ye
"A second visit in as many months and it was delicious. The salmon sushi was so good, the best Iāve had (and I love sushi). The prawn and broccoli..."
"First time here and I was blown away! Amazing service, amazing ambiance, amazing food and decent portions (bigger than what I expected??) . The..."
Mercy
"Iāve been here a few times and the food has always been so tasty! Also, all of the staff are extremely welcoming and friendly. Iād definitely..."
Himani Goomar
"Beautiful and chill place. Great to come for a quick lunch as they've got nice bento boxes for $20-30...."
Dennis Zhang
"Fusion japanese food done well. Some very unique and beautifully executed dishes. Love the atmosphere and service too. Favourite dish was the miso..."
Bella Qian
"Rating 4.0 The quality of the food are quite good, and the servings are quite large. However it is also quite pricey. Came here a couple of times..."
Manz
"ā£ā£Super soft and flavourful pork belly! Lots of veggies come with each protein dish but rice is not included. Services was great! These Classic..."
Mon.
"sushi with a fine dining..."
Justin Wong
"I had a massive booking and they were able to fit me in with only a day notice! I have severe allergies and the waitresses handled it very well -..."
Mikyla Lim-Yip
"Came here for lunch with my colleagues. The restaurant have great ambience and the staff are very attentive and friendly. We ordered a Spicy Chicken..."
Food2belly
"Yummy food great service!..."
Andreea Simion
"Karaage chicken is a must ! Hot sake on a cold night warms you up instantly. Maybe because we went on a late Monday night, but it was..."
Jonathan Chau
"Lovely place for dinner in town with friends. We loved the variety and presentation of the dinner box. The wine is very well priced and it was great..."
Hungusmcfatty
"Celebrated my birthday here yesterday with a couple of mates and two wee boys. We were 15 minutes early before the place actually opened for..."
Genuben
"Got to experience eating Japanese in a more traditional way at Kushi. Such a lovely atmosphere and kind staff.Was pretty full when we got there but..."
Alma Eats
"Yes, itās another Japanese restaurant, I just canāt get enough of it. The idea of sashimi and sushi easily makes me drool. This place today that..."
Ang Sarap
"Dined here on Saturday night. Restaurant was VERY busy so glad I made a booking. Due to the business, service was very slow. Waited 15 minutes until..."
Hannah Gear
"First time at this restaurant on a business/celebration Lunch with a few colleagues. As soon as we enter,we knew that this lunch was going to be..."
JoĆ£o PlĆ”cido
"This is my favourite place in town for lunch. Dinner here is great too but the lunch deal is amazing. Great quality Japanese food, with an amazing..."
Vanessa Gao
"Came for dinner on Sunday night, not too busy as plenty of seats available.On placing order you need to go to the counter.Their dinner set..."
Selene Nguyen šø
"This place is hidden away off queen street and is an amazing place. The ambience is really nice and so is the food! Presentation is also A+ so great..."
BaNaNa
"Food was absolutely amazing! Prices match the quantity and quality of the food. Staff were very friendly and the restaurant atmosphere was beautiful...."
Mikayla Sagar
"Looking for a Japanese restaurant to take my daughter out for her birthday, I looked at the reviews on Kushi and decided to see if it was as good as..."
Kerry Smith
"It may look like average Japanese restaurant with nice looking interior , but Fusion Japanese food is anything but!I wandered in with two..."
77777
"Tucked away down a street I've never seen before, this was a bit of a gamble, but one that paid off. Firstly, I strongly recommend their house sake,..."
Jay
"I was here with my colleagues long ago and realized I haven't give this great place a review. If you are looking for Japanese food in the city with..."
BAbyWin
"This place is amazing! I have the tofu donburi regularly and it's the best tofu I've ever eaten no questions asked! They have the perfect amount of..."
Sasha
"One of my favourite places to get some fancy Japanese Cuisine in Auckland. You can get some really nice lunches here too - the bentos. My favourite..."
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"Late review but just wanted to say this place is ah-mazing! The food is to die for and the customer service is very very nice! We keep coming back!..."
S & F And Baby
"An excellent choice if you're craving some Japanese food and have a bit of money to spare. My family and I got quite a few dishes from all across the..."
Locavore
"One of the better lunch deals available in Auckland CBD, its hard to find a deal that provides fantastic tasting food, vibrant colours , different..."
Medium_Rare
"The staff were so friendly and kind. Was first time here and the food was sooo good and it was nice of them to bring out a birthday surprise for my..."
Courtney Tabener
"Great service and food! I love the Saki here most, especially the warm ones. A good environment for dating. Will definitely comes back..."
Ricky Tang
"Came here for their lunch menu. The plate in the photo was only $15 and left me more than filled. The chicken Katsu and Karaage chicken were..."
Dxlche
"Kushi has a great atmosphere with friendly staff. They have Japanese dancers or drummers on some nights. The menu is varied and reasonably priced...."
Matadors
"10 of us had a fabulous dinner at Kushi restaurant last night.Ā We loved the sunken tables and their setting.Ā The service was amazing and the food..."
Dot Austin
"The food is great, the have a cheaper lunch menu and they offer a vegetarian option. The service is fast (given how busy it can get) and friendly..."
LOONA
"Nice lunch menu and a good slelction of bento. Quick and nice environment. An ideal place for catching up with friends and work colleagues...."
Yujie
"Always a delight coming to Kushi. Decor is very nice, service is friendly and efficient. Highly recommend the Chicken Nanban and Pineapple Chicken...."
Sally S
"Their mixed temperature is delicious and the portion size is generous too. The staff are friendly and attentive. I loved the lychee cocktail...."
Michelle Moth
"Second visit today. The interior is lovely with a great fake cherry tree and lots of bamboo to make it resemble a street in Kyoto or Nara. Such a..."
Karen Betsubara
"Went there to get some lunch after gym to get back to the office. Their sushi is really nice and reasonably priced. I'm such a big fan of seafood, so..."
Marggie Pascua
"Fish is fresh, the rice in nigiri piece was a bit too sour (excessive use of vinegar I suppose). The beefsteak was superb though! Would definitely..."
Max Nguyen
"Went here last night with my husband and it was such a perfect evening. The atmosphere was intimate and relaxing the service polite warm and..."
Fountainabbey04
"Not a very big lunch menu (with specials), but dinner is always fantastic. Beautiful Yakisoba, market sashimi, and I've heard the cheese sticks are..."
Dini
"Everything is nice, my favourite japanese restaurant right now! And staff are very friendly. Everything is worth the price. The combination..."
Pimm S. Sansuwan
"I really loved the chicken karaage and the vegetable tempura were more than adequate. Awesome job guys! I hope to see myself back here again soon...."
Emmanuel Vergeldedios
"For under $30, you can't beat their dinner combination. Fresh sashimi, great large bento box style to follow, superb teriyaki chicken and light..."
Chefaldini
"I am a big sucker for seafood and, I must say, Kushi has never disappointed. The sashimi, takowasabi, and beef tataki were all the freshest I'd ever..."
Lucy Eats
"Very oriental and extremely nice food! If you enjoy Japanese food this is definitely a go-to food spot, with friendly service and good food. The..."
Meeka
"Came during lunch time and they weren't as busy as I thought it would be. We all ordered their lunch specials for $14.95 each. Each lunch special..."
Hotdog&Buns
"Always lovely service here such a professional restaurant and staff. They always treat you with the amazingly admirable Japanese manners. Menu is..."
Thom
"An amazing experience here, made a booking for two and got our own private booth. Every single member of staff was beyond friendly, our waitress was..."
Danielle Gamlen
"Beautiful restaurant with a great set up.Quick and efficient service (could be a bit nicier).Nice food, excellent presentation, very good..."
Gustavo Tanikawa
"Beautiful restaurant, has a very authentic vibe with little bamboo booths to cosy into. Great staff, really really good food and very reasonable..."
Leon Fitch
"First time visitor to Auckland and first time eater at Kushi Japanese Kitchen & Bar. This place had a decent Zomato rating so it seemed like a safe..."
Hadrian
"They have a variety of Japanese food on the menu. It's not on the cheap side, but the quality of the food is great. Sashimi platter is of a good..."
Aucklander
"My third visit to Kushi for dinner on Saturday night for a triple date and absolutely loved it. Plates are made for sharing but is also suitable to..."
Anna
"Food is very good and atmosphere Also,Staff are nice but bit expensive for me.It's nice experience at Japanese restaurant in..."
Kazuki Fujita
"Once you step into this restaurant it doesn't feel like you're in the centre of Auckland city anymore. The interior is comfortable and makes for the..."
Bronwyn Dustin
"Absolutely amazing atmosphere with those indoor decorations, made me feel like I was in Japan almost...Although price might be a bit high but..."
Julie
"I love Kushi. It's my favourite Japanese restaurant in town. The decor and ambience is perfect. A little self-contained world, low lighting..."
Vivian Lightbloom
"Good service and location, the cherry blossom tree surrounding the back wall as you enter is a nice touch! Bit on the pricey side, but a good..."
Chomnomnom
"One of my favourite Japanese restaurants in town. The decor is impressive, with the nice presentation of the food, I felt like I was..."
Rachel Hui
"The experience is legit - traditional Japanese style decor. The fact you have to walk down tiny Durham St adds to the feeling you may be in..."
Simon Wordsworth
"This was the first restaurant i had since i arrived in Nz last 2014.I had UNAGI BENTO. the best really. I would recommend the customers to try..."
Liksya
"Kushi has always been one of my favourite Japanese in town. They deliver friendly efficient service, and nice ambience. Their food are fresh,..."
Lia Yosaatmadja
"Delicious food! Good service, nice place, perfect for a date nightšš¼We ordered gyozas, butterfly shrimps š¤, teriyaki chicken, crunch..."
Aldo Carella
"Nice and tasty. Great service. The hotpot was a great experience. Nice and cozy on a cold night. The teriyaki chicken skewers are a nice little..."
Bryan Daly
"A big fan of any Japanese restaurant. Hahahah The setting of the place is really posh, comfortable and it gives you bit of high class feeling...."
Michelle Chua
"Went there on a wednesday evening and the place was crowded. Nice ambience and friendly staff.We ordered unagi set, karage chicken, lobster..."
Alana
"I went there last week and the food was great. Plus, the waitress was really nice to us and the decor is gorgeous. I'll be back very soon for..."
Jody Walton
"I think this has become my new favourite restaurant with its gorgeous ambiance and fresh sashimi. The decor is beautifully Japanese, with..."
Vivien @ KJAS Blog
"We have been here a few times and have always been satisfied with the food and service. We always get to the set meal with only two of us. Last..."
Siow Fong Chen
"So the whole gang was craving for some Asian meal. We then decided to narrow it down to Japanese. Luckily this place was in CBD. The ambience is..."
DuckieLovesToEat
"Only been here once but easily one of top choices for a good night out for Japanese food.The food is amazing - we ordered the chicken..."
Ffionachua
"Great food and service for good prices. The atmosphere is relaxing and have been a few times. I always come back and order the yakisoba noodles..."
Eva
"Have been there for many times, good service and awesome food, vibe is also another key driver, definitely is a good choice if you have two or three..."
Tingting Zhang
"Great place for lunch. The place is decora@ted like you're in Japan and it has many booth seats that give you privacy. The lunch set is presented..."
Elonie
"My boyfriend and I have been here twice and we absolutely love this place!!!! The last time we went was on a Friday night and for anyone who hasn't..."
Manuela Ovalle Herrera
"Fallen in-love with this place already! Really lovely ambiance dimmed light spacious and great staff and service. We dined here Saturday night and..."
Nathalie
"One of the best affordable Japanese places in Auckland. Always enjoy the food, atmosphere and service here. Would recommend the dinner sets as you..."
Yui Chen
"I love Japanese food and kushi definitely proved that! The place had a nice quiet and dark ambience. Perfect for dates. However I did not go there..."
Ieseon
"a stylish and authentic Japanese restaurant hidden a bit off the buzzy Queen Street. Way bigger than regular Japanese bars, good food with reasonable..."
Raeray
"We had tonkatsu (deep-fried pork cutlet) & yakiniku (marinated grilled beef) special lunches with salad, sushi, croquette, miso soup & rice.Ā Ā Food..."
STRADS
"Elegant Japanese restaurant with superb services, Great food, cosy atmosphere and reasonable cost. Strongly recommended for couples, friends and..."
Glen Liu
"Had visited there twice with friends. I love their tapas menu. Lovely price but very tasty. The Karaage Chicken was crispy outside and juicy inside...."
Michelle Hwang
"Went on a team lunch yesterday at Kushi, absolutely fell in love with this place. The staff are adorable, the decor is stunning and everything was..."
Chloe Sharrock
"My wife and I visited Kushi on a freezing cold night. Upon entering we were greeted with a lovely, warm and relaxing ambience and ultra friendly..."
Chow Yum Fat
"It was our first time visiting this place. Went on saturday night for dinner. Really enjoyed our time here. Very friendly staffs, amazing food,..."
JungYun Lee
"I think this restaurant is not for eating, but for drinking. The food was largely tasteless, and barely enough to live on. Sashimi looks so..."
Karen Gu
"Great food and service! My friends and I ordered agedashi tofu, karaage chicken, salmon salad and gyoza nabe. I love their karaage chicken!! Whenever..."
PT
"I hadn't been living in Auckland for very long when I came here for the first time, solo, and had a nice meal at their bar. The place has a great..."
Daniel Kinnoch
"Wow! So glad we found this restaurant hidden away off Albert Street.The greeting was warm and genuine whilst the service was intuitive and first..."
Brett Meldrum
"Enjoyed meals 2 nights in a row. Staying at city life easy to get a takeaway. Set dinner for one was huge. Great choice and friendly service..."
Roisin King
"Great ambience here, and I like how the tables are quite separated and private. We had 2 dinner sets - one with grilled eel and one with teriyaki..."
Misty
"Great staff and great service. Great place to go with anyone. It can be a date night or even a casual night out with friends. The place is genuinely..."
Issie
"Yes this place is awesome; the service is prompt and friendly and the food fresh and delish :) We ordered: Salt and pepper beef skewers:..."
Athena
"Kushi is a modern Japanese restaurant with an authentic feel, the menu is up to date and offers a variety of new dishes along with the good old..."
Philip Doyle
"I doubt I have ever seen such generous serves in a Japanese restaurant. The "medium" sashimi was huge! And the mixed tempura was absolutely..."
Betsy
"Cannot fault anything. Absolutely delicious!!! Sashimi and sushi was so so fresh and the hot food were also very nice. Will definitely go back...."
Zzucchiniiiy
"Food was absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere inside was so lovely and well decorated! Really peaceful and perfect for a date night. The beef..."
Squigglebee
"I really wanted to like this restaurant but sadly no, my sashimi was full of bones and I had to take them all out from my mouth. Food was very..."
Brave Eat
"Hands down our favourite restaurant! Have not had any memorable problems dining here and have come back several times since first discovering it...."
Gina
"After reading other reviews on Zomato we decided to try Kushi. We are avid lovers of Japanese cuisine but get bored with the usual don Buri bowls and..."
Janine Henderson
"Really enjoyed this place, despite only being here once. I loved the look of the place. The staff were super nice and the food was awesome! I love..."
Tbroadley
"My favourite special occasion dining place. Beautiful decor and ambience... really sets a cosy, but lavish mood. The food is always delicious and..."
Charlotte
"If you are looking for a nice japanese then kushi is the most perfect place that you could go to! Best sashimi in auckland! Very fresh and cut very..."
Nikki
"We went to divert here last Saturday night and was pleasantly surprised by the venue. The decor was very warm and cosy. The menu on first glance was..."
Richard Mozes
"A nice little place. The decor is very a quaint Japanese style. The staff were friendly and the food was well presented. We had a rice type dish and..."
Josh Law
"Stunning Japanese food, variety of vegetarian options and attentive service. The secluded booths make you feel like you're the only diners there. The..."
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"This place is absolutely stunning! I had the spicy chicken lunch special which came with rice, salad, chicken, sushi, dumpling and miso, such a great..."
Mun Clair
"Came here for dinner and had higher expectations but overall was still pretty good. Very good service, romantic mood lighting but also good for a..."
Annie Bananie
"Good for Friday lunches..Lunch menu has good enough variety of dishes and is affordable.The ambience is nice and the service is always..."
FoodLoco
"Lovely restaurant and makes you feel like you're not right in the middle of the city which is nice. Staff are friendly and service is good, as are..."
Maia Churichkova
"A bigger range of food compared to the more casual Kushi joint next door, better ambience. The food quality is pretty much the same - but this place..."
Elle
"Love this place. My favourite is the spicy chicken don. I tried the sushi but it's not to my taste, when I had it t was quite warm. Lovely service..."
Dallace Wulf
"Came with my boyfriend to this place, the setting of the restaurant is very nice and it had a nice atmosphere. We had their lunch specials which were..."
Sarah Huynh
"I found this place with my friend and absolutely loved the food! I had a prawn and rice meal with homemade mayo which was mouthwatering. Also the..."
Emily
"We had lunch there. We ordered two lunch special. One teriyaki chicken and one teriyaki beef. 13.95 each. I prefer the beef one as the chicken is a..."
Zoe Huang
"Kushi has a beautiful atmosphere and friendly staff. The food here is not too bad of a price. My friend and I shared a gyoza hotpot which was..."
Roseabella
"Kushi is one of those places that just looks awesome and has great ambiance. You get a really good vibe as soon as you walk in. This place is perfect..."
HJ
"Friendly staff and aesthetically pleasant place to dine. Food came quickly and was an overall good dining experience. Slightly pricey for the food..."
Michael Chen
"Went here for dinner on a Saturday night. Love the ambiance and the Japanese feel. The servers are very nice and welcoming. The food however, abit..."
Angelica Santos
"Kushi is one of my favourite Japanese restaurants! As soon as you step through the door, you are transported into a beautiful restaurant with a chill..."
Where.iate
"Friendly & attentive staff, quick service, delicious food,. Shabu-Shabu hot pot is worth a try. Teriyaki Sets were amazing & went with Sapparo..."
Maung Maung Oo
"Hands down the best Japanese restaurant I've been to so far! Came here for dinner with family seeing that it had such great reviews and it really did..."
Kenzi Yee
"Loved this place! One of my favourite Japanese restaurants, the staff were friendly! And the food is amazing! exceeded expectations, the set out is..."
Aj Maglaqui
"I love this place! Ā The atmosphere is great any time of the day. Ā Food is excellent and service is superb! Ā If you go on a Friday about 7.30pm you..."
Diana Moore
"This place is beautifully presented. Lovely atmosphere, great waiters/waitresses and really yummy food! Not badly priced as well for the inner CBD...."
Summerlee Fataoui Schick
"Good lunch special menu.. Good Ambience and the food was great too. I ordered marinated beef. Lunch special menu comes with miso soup, 2 pieces of..."
Aucklandfoodlover
"Been here twice now- so far so good. Its the usual japanese sake beer food joint in a western fine dining set up. Had the large sashimi mix,..."
FoodiePhysician
"This place is great.If I'm in Auckland CBD this is the first choice everytime!It's affordable, delicious, beautifully presented and the..."
Trayc C
"I came here with two friends last December. Still remember the staff at Kushi were very attentiveļ¼friendly and helpful. So a big 5 star for..."
Super(ļ½„_ļ½„;Phoebe
"My regular go-to for Japanese. Love their dinner boxes! Great service everytime, generous portions and very tasty. Would definitely..."
ET
"Japanese food and service at its best. Large Karaage chicken pieces like I've never had before. Crunchy with rice bubble coating. Dishes are..."
Kai Finder
"This is going to sound daft but I've eaten here quite a few times but didn't quite realise how good it is until I came here on my own. This is..."
Squiddy
"Kushi, surprisingly a relatively unknown eatery, is definitely a contender for best Japanese in this city. Consistently serving an array of delicious..."
Monica
"Kushi is the best Japanese restaurant I have ever been to and I always come back here with family and friends for a good meal, which is the Teriyaki..."
Kirsten
"We come here often and love the service and food. Slightly on the pricey end, but worth the visit anyway. Fresh and yummy dishes with top-notch..."
Adeline
"Came here for dinner on a rainy weekday. It wasn't really filled with people, although it was dinner time. We were enthusiastically greeted by the..."
Oisin O'Reilly
"Tucked away in a random spot in the city and unexpectedly lovely, Kushi is a beautiful wooden space with intimate booths and tables.Serving..."
Genie @ BunnyEatsDesign
"I have been visiting with Kushi almost since it started, and I keep going back, and taking friends and family with me. Everyone I have brought here..."
Eli A
"I love Kushi, a little hidden gem in the CBD. I have only ever been for lunch and it has been delicious. The lunch specials are good value for money..."
J.T547
"If you are looking for the best Japanese lunch venue, then look no further! It's always a complete pleasure to eat here, and the quick fire lunch..."
Frank
"Ive been there couple of times with friend. The atmosphere was good, and the staff are very friendly, feel relax in this restaurant! sashimi always..."
Ohayo
"Went here for the first time last night after reading lots of good reviews for it on here. We booked in for 6.30 but were running late so I rung..."
Gina Des Baux
"Been here a couple of times now, and starting to get the hang of the menu. Food is delicious, exotic and beautifully presented. It has the added..."
Mike Ashby
"The food and service is great. I have brought my friends three times and my family once to this restaurant, all of whom were first visitors...."
Jk
"Go there for a lot of work lunches, the food is always good and served quickly. Staff are great and make us feel really welcome every time my work..."
Char & Ricky Pundog
"I had a delicious dinner out with my bestie at Kushi on a Saturday night. The waitresses were really friendly and offered my friend so many..."
Kate Smith
"Delicious Japanese food, in a really great setting.We loved the option of booth-seating - because it makes it really private - we actually..."
Liz Winstone
"The food, service and setting is amazing. Best Japanese in Auckland. Lunch service is great, quite fast and definitely value for money. My..."
Arnz Watt
"Kushi is our fav Japanese Restaurant ever! The atmosphere and people are fantastic and the food is always amazing! And the pricing is very..."
Stace Mills
"This was another amazing find in Auckland. Out of all of the Japanese restaurants that I searched through I'm glad that I chose Kushi.From..."
Graham Brown
"Delicious Japanese food, great ambience, good prices and if you are lucky you get an amazing drum performance. Oh yes, great service as well. Been..."
Josie Amon
"Absolutely love this place! Is one of my favorite places in the city for lunch, and an amazing Japanese place! Service is fantastic - the staff are..."
Anna Butcher
"Delicious Japanese food. Lovely friendly service. Conveniently located in Auckland CBD. Affordable prices especially at lunch time. Great atmosphere..."
Aileen Cheng
"-Nice restaurant-Nice Staff and service-We got great deals on my wife's and friends birthday-Parking deal as well-Great food!..."
Ikeda
"I highly recommend this place that we discovered with my husband few month ago (almost when they opened the place). First the atmosphere of the..."
Carine Sweetashoney
"One of the best Japanese restaurants I have been to in Auckland. Modern interior and very helpful staff.Fantastic food and..."
Kiki Benton
"Large sliecs of Sashimi, if you are a sashimi fan, do try the large sashimi plater :)Went yesterday and they also had live drum band..."
Tony Ma
"Happen to be looking for a place to dine one dec night, quite late on saturday evening,and stumbled across Kushi, we were starving so we just walked..."
Felicity Williams
"Kushi has AMAZING lunch specials! Such great value for money - you get sooooo much food. We've visited a few times and always leave feeling full and..."
Kat M
"Another fantastic Japanese restaurant!Service was flawless, I was warmly welcomed and served promptly. Food came out at excellent speed, and..."
Frankie Kaleta
"What a surprise when I walked in. Fab decor, great service, good music. I agree could be one of Auckland's better Japanese restaurants. Waited a..."
Wilma Burich
"Very good, food is great. Portions are slightly small but it is..."
Allan Fong
"It was proved to be a very satisfactory night we spent in the japanese restaurant. The atmosphere is terrific and the staff is very friendly. The..."
Kelly Wu
"AMAZING!A girlfriend and I went here with a deal voucher. We were early for our table but they let us come in anyway. Service was great,..."
Courtney Maloyd
"Tried this place with deal voucher. The food was very very good, but customer service a bit..."
James
"Lovely atmosphere and food..."
Serena
"Good atmosphere, good food. Went there a while back with a deal voucher, staff were very friendly and attentive. I could not find a lot of vegetarian..."
Maria
"Saw this restaurant in the north shore times and decided to try it out. It definitely was not a waste of our time. was impressed with the bubbly..."
Lou Tui
"Honestly,amazing,Food is typical Japanese and yes there are no surprises about it. It is what you expect and deserve to get. The..."
Marinka S
"I suggest you go here to have a lunch or diner. They made my wife, daughter feel special. the service and food was excellent. the decore outstanding...."
Kevin Sharrock
"Food was exceptional, and we were greeted warmly when we arrived. We had a deal voucher and unlike some other restaurants we have eaten with..."
Oliver
"We stumbled across Kushi on our way to CityLife hotel on New Years Eve, when we walked in we were greeted warmly straight away and asked if we had a..."
Alexandra Jane Middlemiss
"Kushi is one of my favourite Japanese restaurants in town. I have taken various friends here on many occasions and each time has been..."
Georgie @ Georgieats
"Went there last night with my gf. From outside it looks very norm but ones you step in, it surprises you. It was a great atmodphere, lighting, music,..."
Nickgill88
"Kushi is one of my favourite lunch destinations when I want something that is filling but on the cheap side. For $12 they do an amazing lunch deal..."
Madicattt
"Nice restaurant.. Great atmosphere. Sushi, salami, sashimi are very nice! But bento,,, hmmm not so good.. Too many deep fried stuffs, very greasy. I..."
Asian Fan
"N/AHaving lost my cheap/cheerful go-to Japanese place in Lorne street to development (IMHO - ruined), I needed to find a replacement for a..."
Flyingkiwi
"So much space/seating in this restaurant. It's secretly tucked in the middle of the city, with really good Japanese cuisine and the awesome beer..."
Chai Ang
"Hidden in a little side road off Queen Street, Kushi is out of sight and easy to miss, if you're not looking. We only came across this Japanese..."
Amy @ My Dining Journey
"This cosy restaurant combines tasty Teppanyaki dishes and an amazing ambiance to deliver a fantastic dining experience. I was initially unsure about..."
"Amazing service from the staff at Tanuki. The food was great especially the beef steak. The best in my opinion. Although the tempura prawns which I..."
Marggie Pascua
"Great place with great ambience. The Chefās selection of sashimi platter and nigiri sushi is fresh and delicious. Busy on the weekends tho, but..."
Cheryl š
"Haven't been here for so long, we just walked in and it's almost full for early dinner.Friendly greeting on arrival. Was gonna to order my own..."
CocoOnFire
"always a good time @tanukis, great food service and atmosphere. had the beef tataki which was off the hook. the sashimi so fresh and tasty. karage..."
Derek McDonald
"A special blue abalone & scallop "hama-yaki," served & grilled over a flame at the table; a dish of deep-fried soft shell crab; stir-fried noodles..."
STRADS
"I went here for my 21st Birthday and all I can say is WOW!! The food was amazing! In my opinion it was the best sushi place I have ever been too! The..."
Brittany Griffiths
"Dined here for a birthday where we got the set menu and the restaurant let us book out the whole place. The food came out quite fast however portions..."
Jenny Da
"As a single person dining in a foreign city, I often find myself sitting at the bar of a sushi restaurant. Here you can expect elegantly prepared..."
TheBearReview
"My favourite Japanese restaurant in Auckland! Nice to have proper Japanese food and not the mainstream fusion dishes. The soup that comes with the..."
Jesse Ledwin Lebe
"Went here with a big group of work colleagues on Friday night. The restaurant it nice and little with a semi private area down the back for large..."
Alysha Bower
"Excellent authentic Japanese restaurant.Ā Services second to none. Food was amazing and well presented. Great variety on the menu. Highly..."
Natalie Leng
"Once again another restaurant I would definitely dine at again. Food was simple, fresh and delicious!!! Staff members were welcoming which is always..."
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"I love this place! We always have work functions here and they have the most perfect service and try to accomodate everyone's needs. Good authentic..."
Annie Wilson
"Have heard so much about this place and once again, we finally made it here. They seem to always be packed in here! (Which is a good sign that the..."
Queena
"The food is really good! High quality. We order Beef tataki and lamb chops. Better to make a booking during peak hours. We will definitely come back..."
Jane
"Real good service here, highly attentive staff, even when it's busy busy busy.There is a wide selection of food, but some dishes are worth..."
Charmaine
"Great place to eat before a show or movie as it is really close to Aotea Centre and IMAX movies.This place does get really really busy, so..."
I_like_pickles
"Great dining experience here on Tuesday night. Good atmosphere, friendly staff with great service . We ordered multiple dishes to share, my..."
Food 24/7
"Love this place food staff atmosphere epic yum stoked. Go the Tuna Tataki so good. Nice lighting feel well treated and we'll fed. I want to live..."
Steve Latham
"Location is good if you want dinner before a movie at imax or a show at the civic. Nice dim lighting and it has a Japanesey feel. Food was..."
Misty
"Well what a taste sensation this little gem of a place is. We came here for pre show dinner, they had the courtesy to ask if we were going to a show..."
Dave Koefoed
"You're gonna find some delicious Japanese food in this izakaya on Queen Street. I tried several dishes there, and could say that everything..."
Diogo Reck
"Everything in the restaurant was quite mediocre. We had a king prawn and scallop dish which was delicious and the teriyaki chicken was run of the..."
Jan
"I was actually trying to go to Tanuki's Cave but ended up here instead. No regrets. Service was lovely and the waiter knew his stuff. Dish after dish..."
Sheena
"A Japanese restaurant with a classy, bar vibe. Came here once for dinner but it's really the kind of place you'd go with a couple of friends after a..."
Michelle Li
"Hustle bustle and fantastic atmosphere. We had 40 min to spare before our show started and even though the place was jam packed we were seated..."
Caroline Williams
"Lucky us, came here on Thursday noon and found out that's the only day they serve lunch? Lunch plate is worth and u can enjoy sashimi, salad, miso..."
Flora
"Great place for Friday dinners with friends. Staff are friendly and attentive especially when this place is packed. I usually order the Salmon and..."
Rojas
"Beautiful Japanese eatery, arrived with no booking, it was not an issue, seated quickly and served very softly, even though they were busy. Sis not..."
Grant McAneaney
"Enjoyed a really nice evening with a group of 6 and though we were probably a bit rowdy(!?) they handled us well. The service was prompt and..."
Jo Y
"I engaged in a feeding frenzy here with a large group of friends, it was excellent. The sashimi was a highlight. The staff didn't mind that we spent..."
Rose
"Very rustic but cozy ambienceAmazing selection of sake Staff very friendly and knowledgable Try the octopus and sashimi..."
Globalfoodlover
"Dined here on a Sunday night - so it was pretty quiet - we had the full attention of the staff!Ā Food is flavourful and prettily presented - which is..."
Adeline
"Went here last night with a couple of friends. Such a great atmosphere there and brilliant service. We decided to get a few dishes and share them..."
Sarah Cornes
"The atmosphere is so good, great place for gathering with friends, food is about average. The services also good. But end of all, hard to find..."
Kiky Eng
"After having friends recommend Tanuki's, we booked in advance for a weekend away. Glad we did as it was busy. Seated by the kitchen, our orders were..."
Simon Kearsley
"Tanuki, Tanuki's Cave and Kura have been at the forefront of Japanese food in Auckland for as long as I can remember, and whilst I usually opt for..."
Madicattt
"A dining institution on Queen Street and it's not hard to see why! The decor is authentically Japanese and I've always found the service friendly and..."
Andrew @anjeats
"I usually don't eat raw fish or sashimi, but Tanuki is the only restaurant I can eat sashimi, very fresh !! Place is too small, too confined, walk-in..."
Tritip Kittitanarux
"I would say that the restaurant space for this restaurant is a bit too cramped for me. It's hard to get around especially when there are a lot of..."
Miss Terry Foodie
"Five stars! Went there for lunch yesterday. It was a bit quiet but the food was awesome and served very quick! Very flavoursome and fresh. Not our..."
Nataliya Hare
"Really good atmosphere and authentic tasty Japanese. The service is attentive and the sake range is excellent. Highly..."
Miss Surfer
"Was there last night with my Japanese wife who like Japanese food,ha!ha!.Sat at counter which is the best place for 2-3 people.The Japanese , he..."
Rick Littlewood
"My favourite Japanese place. Try the broccoli and the karaage chicken. YUMMMM. 10/10 love this place. The service can be a little poor but it is..."
Lucy
"The place was packed on a Wednesday night but we managed to get a table for two without booking when we arrived Tanuki at 6:00pm, provided that we..."
Theresa Chan
"Went there the other night and loved it!!The prices are average, but the venue is outstanding making this a very cheap awesome Japanese..."
Grant
"Three of us had dinner at Tanuki's on Friday at 7pm before a show next door. The restaurant was full but we had a reservation and the waiter showed..."
Genie @ BunnyEatsDesign
"I went to Tanuki sushi and sake bar for an early dinner on a Friday night. It was very busy so I would recommenced booking. The menu consists of the..."
Rebecca Smith
"Booked a table for my wife birthday celebration. First time we had been there. Atmosphere was superb, busy for a Thursday. Staff were outstanding,..."
Mark Dempsey
"Nice to get here earlier and on a bad weather night, little less busy than usual.
Always great food, such a nice treat while I'm here, easy place to..."
KarÅria Johns
"Have been going here for quite a few years went on a Thursday night around 6.30 no problem getting a seat at all food is so tasty and fresh awesome..."
Corey Dick
"The food was exceptional. We had the upstairs private dining room. We had a group of 21. The staff were outstanding and Sophia our server was always..."
Deeisaacs Deeisaacs
"Had a lovely evening here at tanuki! Everything was delicious! We came here with first table, the staff very kindly explained the requirements of the..."
Joa
"Pls pls pls have an experience in here!
everything was amazing, so beautiful fresh sashimi, nice drinks options and good service!! Ive never seen..."
Winnie Park
"Reliable, decent quality Japanese food in a nice (if rather cold) setting with friendly service. Serving sizes are pretty small so you need to order..."
Mary Binney
"Nice, quite unexpected way to sit. Chief knows his stuff very well..."
Oleksandr Honcharov
"Wonderful evening experience. We arrived to a bustling restaurant on a Thursday night. Super friendly and helpful staff were very attentive and..."
Merinda Dempsey
"Haven't had fish this fresh and delicious since visiting coromandel in 2022. I would go as far as to say this is one of my favourite restaurants in..."
ocean
"Sushi over here is incredible, and if you are a fan - you cannot go wrong with this place. Even if the range is not that wide - anything you choose..."
Andrei Diomidov
"Yummy food and great atmosphere 10/10 overall experience!
We had such an amazing time. We ordered the Octopus with Wasabi for our starter.
Mains we..."
J93
"The food was excellent, especially the karage chicken! Service is impeccable and the staff is lovely!! Highly recommend tanuki Japanese restaurant to..."
Arthur Garbuz
"Work do this time, fun night upstairs in the big room. Great food and service as..."
Martin Hamill
"Truly delicious food and excellent service. My party of 8 arrived without a reservation and they were able to accommodate us provided we were willing..."
Yvonne Frindle
"Great food, very fresh and reasonable pricing for a nice night..."
Dean Campbell
"Food is quite nice but only a little servings, should have bigger pork belly. Steak is quite good..."
"I wasnt too impressed with the food selection, guess ive expected too much seeing the rating this place got. My husband was happy with his..."
Celani Atienza
"Very friendly service and delicious food!..."
Foodaholic
"Have not been to Banzai for a long time now. Food is still good. Always busy, so make sure you book. Friendly service, but could possibly speed the..."
Jade Lim
"This small place is a hidden gem, tucked in Dominion Road together with other popular restaurants, this place is a must visit for those Japanese..."
Ang Sarap
"Amazing food, friendly & helpful staff - plus great value. I had the vegan friendly sushi & udon. My friend had a chicken dish. We enjoyed the food..."
Carol
"Food all taste delicious and fresh, staff super friendly and polite, environment nice and clean, good to have a date evening dinner here if you both..."
LuNa The TuNa
"Amazing!!!! The food was the best Japanese we have EVER had, will be telling all our friends and family about this wee gem.Donāt waste..."
Jodi Imlach
"Great customer service. Went above and beyond to accomodate for my allergy needs. Chef came out, asked questions and took the time to really explain..."
Nzleonzh
"Came here on a busy Saturday night on a last minute booking that they gladly obliged for a friend's birthday. Great sake selection and the mixed..."
Ed
"Great friendly staff parking right out front interior is amazing foods a bit pricey but is served very nicely and fancy a bit busy during the evening..."
Jimmy Chen
"Eventually you will find parking on Dominion road. Book a table just in case as sometimes they are very busy. It's a small place with maybe 8 tables..."
Katerina
"This place will be my favorite restaurant. All the meals are outstanding and served quickly even they are very busy. Love the Tonkushu Ramen. The..."
Irischen0509
"We come here a lot for takeaways. The food is always extremely tasty and well prepared. They used styrofoam for everything, so the more you order the..."
Sassy Radish
"Had fantastic dinner today Beautiful food Well priced ,lovely staff , place is spotless , what more do you want, been coming here for 6/12 months now..."
Stephen Bell
"I had such a lovely experience here. I don't eat Japanese often but the food was very nice. They had a lot of variety with food and drinks...."
Carmelia Ng
"Been coming here for years now and have never found fault in anything! Food is always amazing and so well priced. This is not a fastfood outlet so..."
Hanna Martin
"Beautiful food great price great staff good portions donāt understand why anyone would write a negative comment about Banzai its a small kitchen..."
Jen Lin
"Came here for lunch on a Saturday and it was quiet, my partner and I being the only guests. We ordered a salmon teriyaki main with add-on rice and..."
Rae
"I have been a loyal lover of Bonzai for years. Not only is it some of the best Japanese food in Auckland, the staff are so friendly and..."
Shannon Hibbard
"I love this place! The food is always delicious and the staff is so nice and welcoming. They recently added some delicious deserts to the menu as..."
Juportellam
"Came here on a Saturday night after work at around 7.30pm. The place wasnāt that busy then so we thought it would be a nice dinner. However..."
Jason Zhang
"Absolutely lovely people, superb service. A brisk and prompt welcome, and efficient delivery of dishes, topped off by a delightful farewell by the..."
Liz Bradley
"customer service is pretty good, friendly staff, tidy place, food is pretty ok. average. and the serving portion is quite small for the price they..."
Mr4saken
"We came here just as it opened at noon but regardless of how busy it gets, customers can expect friendly staff and cheerful greetings as you enter..."
Vanessa
"My all time favourite restaurant! Have been here over 20 times! It's always perfect food and the staff are all so friendly and nice! My favourite is..."
Lumarr1992
"Yum Yum. Came Monday night for dinner, the food was great and the staff were lovely. Enjoyed the entrees they we all delicious and don't hold back on..."
Christina Hibbard
"Banzai is probably one of the most authentic Japanese restaurants you can get in Auckland. The owner and staff are all Japanese, every time I go into..."
Sylvester Kuo
"Beautiful presentation, you can tell they care so much about their food! Good service, really attentive and warm. The food is amazing, every time I..."
Alana McConnell
"Without a doubt the best Japanese food in AKL!! The food is as tasty as it is beautiful and the vibe/interior is so warm and inviting. Staff are..."
Tania Boikov
"Great tasty Japanese food for any night of the week. Took a little while to get our meals because they were super busy, but when they came they were..."
Abbey Lissaman
"The food has been consistently amazing - for years.However, I would like to say a special thank you to the staff and chef for taking extra..."
Deborah Ruth Thompson
"We have eaten in and gotten takeaway. The staff here are very lovely. I must admit the takeaway experience was better than dining in. Dining in the..."
Wanderlust
"Tasty Japanese food, beautifully presented on the plate. Lovely, friendly service where you are cheerfully greeted upon entering and given a hearty..."
Zutalors
"Pretty delicious Japanese food. Recommend the stir fried noodle with fish. Great taste with nice appearance. However, the size of the dish were not..."
Kelvin Laojh
"Good quality food and good service can be a bit pricy , only negatives the parking and the shortage of space in the restaurant ...you will have to..."
I Am Hungry
"This place was a nice little surprise, and I was very impressed! Stopped off here for a quick bite before heading off to the hot springs..."
Eden OBrien Ford
"Had dinner here jus before a mad rush of people came in. Very friendly staff and kid friendly environment (lego and mr potato heads at hand). Ordered..."
Jamez Hill III
"Absolutely love this place! Stumbled upon it one night and it was surprisingly really good. It is quite small and basic decoration however the..."
Sasha McCormick
"Went here on an extremely busy Saturday night. The waitress was absolutely lovely and very polite and apologetic for the wait time. Food was..."
Shannon
"We loved this place! Its small and i would recommend not parking in the customer carpark as people double park and trap you. The food is divine..."
Athena
"Lunch: Mixed Sashimi rice set (good), with Salmon, tuna and avocado.Soup: Miso soup (surprising good)Service: GreatP.S. a bit hot if..."
Evita Lewis
"Extremely satisfied with their services and food. Super friendly staff and they know how to make their customers feel special. They will all greet..."
Hung Quoc Bui
"Nice and cozy space. The staff are very friendly and attentive. Good value for money. Food is great. Noticed the toilet and kitchen are clean...."
Littleredpanda
"The staff here are all very friendly and hospitable. Never have I been to a place where you exit and the whole crew says their thanks and good byes...."
Alex
"Really tasty, fresh and yummy and surprisingly cheap, not sure how they can do it! Moreover the restaurant has a nice vibe and the staff is really..."
Giu
"Love the presentation of food and such beautiful staff members that welcome you as you step in the door. I was provided with an art of sushi. Thanks..."
Bridget Murdoch
"Sushi was fabulous! The beef tataki melted in your mouth. Parking is right outside which is perfect - wish we had known about that!! Would..."
Foodie101
"This cute little place we stumbled across on Saturday night, the staff are soo lovely and super friendly, meals were so fresh and delicious. Healthy..."
Shannon Moore
"Great food, although was a bit thrown as they don't serve Katsu-don (just Katsu), so didn't expect the small amount of rice on the dish. The Katsu..."
Ryan
"I came here with my partner on a Saturday evening around 6ish. We didn't make a booking but we were served straight away by a friendly waitress. They..."
Bonita Tiamo
"Price 3.5/5Service 4/5Food 4/5Atmosphere 3/5 Friendly staff and quality dishes Happy dinner come and try again ..."
Renor Kay
"You wouldn't even know it was there, but Banzai is definitely worth a visit. Food (especially mains) are of a decent size and presented beautifully...."
Maia Churichkova
"I have been here twice and both experiences are quite consistent in terms of service and food quality. The first time I came as a big group of about..."
Sheena
"My Banzai experience was amazing! The staff were attentive and friendly, making you feel welcome the second you walked in the door. The food not only..."
Emma Earl
"Love it here, always extremely friendly, attentive service, and this doesn't go un noticed, especially due to the fact that they are often busy...."
Mat Randomplay
"The effort is evident - for those whom have sharp tongues and have had a fair bunch of experience with Japanese cuisine, you'll notice the wasabi and..."
Gentlepig
"The food is always fresh tasting and delicious-Highly recommend the miso soup and the spicy avocado prawn salad.Service is always..."
Kate
"Saw Banzai on the top 100 cheap eats so thought we'd give it a go! As my partner and I love Asian food were not too hard to please. The place itself..."
HJ
"Bang on target with their stuff. Amazing sushi and they do deserve to be one of the best in Auckland. Their staff are also friendly whilst providing..."
Vaidyanathan Balasubramanian
"Thank you Metro Cheap Eats! This is such a neat little number, one of q few tucked into Dominion Road. Their lemon chilli Udon looked, smelt and..."
Jessica Chen
"I've been meaning to get to Banzai for a while, when we decided we needed affordable Japanese we knew it would be ideal for dinner.It was..."
Amy Webb
"Came here today for the second time for lunch and I gotta say I was a little disappointed. After reading all the positive reviews, I was expecting my..."
Marcella
"Went here on Chinese new year and we surprisingly got a table. We expected all the restaurants on Dominion road would be busy. However it is a..."
The Incredible Edible
"The best japanese food in Auckland. The freshest fish I had in a sushi or nigiri. The food in general is very delicate and rich. Absolutely worth the..."
Will Scalioni
"Good Japanese and affordable don't usually go hand-in-hand. Banzai was the exception and that's why I wanted to try it out. Friends and family have..."
Wilson Chau
"Delicious and really well priced Japanese food.Ā I had the spicy chicken udon noodles soup and my partner had pork katsu.Ā We also shared a plate..."
Rebben
"Had heard good things about this restaurant for quite a while and finally decided to visit with a friend. Whilst the location is a bit strange..."
Marina S
"Always great food, always great service. The yakisoba noodles are delicious. A great place to get dinner before a show at the Capital..."
Jos
"I had the yakiniku chicken and rice dish which was really good! Comes with loads of veges and meat. The octopus balls are also nice. Good, cheap..."
Tessa Hall
"Had the dinner here to celebrate my friends birthday. It was my first time trying this place out. Nice, lovely little restaurant and gets busy really..."
Tina Wu
"One of my Dominion Road favourites. Friendly fast delicious, really well priced excellent food. It was freezing outside and me and a mate wondered..."
Bill
"Dropped in for lunch on a Sunday. Basic yet cozy. The staff are very polite and friendly. Had the beef tataki which was cooked perfectly. Portion..."
Jamini Pulyadath
"This is such an amazing place and already my favourite! The staff are so friendly, the prices are very low for the amazing quality you receive - it..."
Anna Nayyar
"Lovely. The spicy noodle fish salad- best thing I ate in..."
Julie Alp
"Seriously good Japanese food with unbelievably low prices for the quality you receive. This is a tiny spot on Dominion Rd with only a few tables so I..."
RoseMT
"This is hands down the best Japanese restaurant in Auckland! If you haven't tried their melting salmon dish you haven't lived! Fantastic service, and..."
Emily Smith
"Simply fabulous!!Very authentic, nicely priced and truly enjoyable...every time irrespective what the choice has been from their menu. Banzai..."
Sam Anand
"Simply Amazing! Great Food and a variety of foods for the entire family. To date this is some of the best Japanese food i have had, very authentic..."
Neepz706
"We visited last week, the food looked great and the staff very friendly. Will be back to taste more on the..."
Melanie Millman
"This is a family favourite, it's well priced and something Japanese for everyone. We normally get takeaway as it is always busy. The reason it's..."
Stephen Ward
"Wow! What a place!Consistently the best Japanese food in the city with excellent prices!The staff are welcoming and friendly and the prices..."
Robin Duff
"This place is fantastic. I've been to Dominion Road lots of times to eat at places like Tusk Thai and Barilla Dumplings, but after reading the..."
Nikki S.
"Went to Banzai for the first time. Was blown away by the entire experience! I then realised 'Master Chef' Michael Meredith had featured Banzai on NZ..."
Mike Irvine
"The best Japanese restaurant in Auckland for sure! The food is authentic and beautifully presented by chef, Kazu. The service is always lovely and at..."
Aiko N
"We love banzai Japanese. The service is wonderful, the food is amazing & the atmosphere is lovely & unpretentious. Try the melting salmon...."
Sonya Simpson
"Decided to give this one a go after reading all the good feedback. Loved the food we had tonight plus the excellent service. We had mixed sashimi,..."
Hailey Tran
"Not sure why we have not been here before. The food is fantastic and well priced. By the time we left, I think we had eaten our way through the..."
David Boshier
"Home made restaurant quality food. It is the environment and staff that gives it the bonus stars. Service: 5/5Wait time:..."
Tony Ma
"After having a look at The Food Store's menu prices, we decided to cancel our booking for tonight and look elsewhere. My wife decided she wanted..."
Kepa Tairua
"What a find, great food, great prices and exceptional staffNot having been a fan Of Japanese food i am now a convert i am currently eating there..."
John Todd-Lambie
"My favorite restaurant by far and by the looks of the other reviews its everyone else favorite too!Only compliant is that they don't have a..."
Allison Crene
"I love the staff here! So friendly and welcoming. I've known about this place for quite a while, these days it is good to book your table because it..."
Lucia Florence
"I would say this is the best Japanese restaurant in Auckland that I have been to. The food is always beautiful, and the prices are very reasonable...."
Duke_meko
"WOW!!! WHAT A GEM! Absolutely awesome food, presented BEAUTIFULLY, awesome service and fantastic value!!There was 3 of us and we each had a..."
Courtney Maloyd
"What a great find! In amongst a few disappointing dining outings this week, Banzai was a welcome relief.Friendly service,..."
Mila
"Great food & service as well as inexpensive. Whats not to love? Book as it is very busy particularly toward the end of the week. Dishes are..."
Yoda
"The food was simply fantastic I cant wait to go back again and try some of the other dishes.Some of the best Japanese food I have ever eaten and..."
Sean
"This has to be the best value Japanese in Auckland. Fantastic dishes, at great prices. This restaurant is a hidden gem, but word is getting..."
Celeste Bowden
"This place rocks! The food is amazing, tastes authentic, the quantities are plentiful, the menu is extensive and everything in it is delicious (I..."
Frankie
"I had lunch here and found it so great, I had to sign up to write a review!Aside from great pricing and yummy food, I witnessed the most amazing..."
Marlena
"If you have fussy friends who are a little bit picky and aren't huge fans of Asian, plus one being an extreme vegan, come here.Other than..."
Cookie
"One of my favourite Japanese restaurants. Not many tables but we booked 45mins in advance and had no problem when we arrived. Delicious appetisers...."
Michael Humphries
"Banzai is a brilliant Japanese cuisine option for the Dominion road foodie. With an extensive menu and a great mix of classic and modern Japanese..."
Auckland Food Tours
"Banzai is one of our favourite Dominion road eateries. Where a lot of the other choices will leave you feeling a bit heavy around the waist band..."
Madicattt
"We're spoilt for choice in Balmoral as far as Asian dining is concerned.Before or after a movie at the quaint Capitol Theatre, it's hard to go past..."
Maggie G
"Our family friends suggested to eat here because they really enjoyed their visit a little while back. It was just a small restaurant that our..."
Marnelli
"Banzai stands out like a beacon of Japanese elegance amidst the chaos that is Asian eateries on Dominion Road. Instead of rough linoleum & tacky..."
Kiwi Food Wonders
"Great authentic Japanese restaurant.
Plenty of choice on the menu.
Small store and intimate atmosphere.
Staff were friendly and very..."
Christopher Simmons
"Ramen Is pretty salty. Banzai roll was nice..."
Ryan L
"Amazing experience with delicious authentic Japanese food and excellent customer service. Miso soup was yum and udon noodles were full of flavors...."
Manpreet Singh
"Meticulous approach to great food malong and excellent service. Highly..."
Jakub Nawrot
"Found this lively Japanese Sake/tapas place nestled off dominion road.
It has a nice homely feel to it, staff are polite and attentive. The chef..."
Hitesh Patel
"The food here is so amazing. The sashimi salad is really fresh and the spicy prawn udon is of great taste. Feeling so satisfied afterwards. Will..."
Yuan Z
"Consistently good food - the melting salmon is outstanding and a visit to Banzai is worthwhile for that alone. All of the dishes are beautifully..."
Lisa T
"Well it was definitely one of my best sushi experiences in Auckland so far! Absolutely loved melted salmon sushi-yuuum and salad was just nothing..."
Anna Poliakova
"Ordered spicy pork lamen and it came at the right spiceness, not too much and not that little. I like the space, harmonically decorated, with an..."
Mauricio Kimura
"Have been coming here for years! Would highly recommend the Teriyaki, Japanese Curry and Katsu Chicken. The Sashimi Salmon and Tuna are also..."
"Nice Japanese place. I liked being able to sit at the bar and see the food being prepared in front of you.Ordered karaage chicken, and pork..."
Richard
"I came here for lunch a few Saturdays ago and was very happy with the Blue Water Bento. While I donāt normally spend $29 on lunch, it..."
Raymond Tiong
"Came in for a small platter and it was amazing! The chicken karage was crispy and juicy, a great dish for a beer! Would love to return to try a full..."
Asianfoodie
"I work in the city so during weekends we rarely visit the place as I want to have a change of scenery away from the busy CBD until one time we passed..."
Ang Sarap
"Can't ever ho wrong with a glass of asahi tap beer and karaage @tokyoclubnz š Crispy succulent chicken sprinkled with lemon and dipped in mayo and..."
Guilty_eatsnz
"Love Love Loved it here so much !!! The service is so good and even when i booked our table over the phone the lady that worked here was super kind..."
Yana Petrenko
"Ordered the Dinner Boxes, found that it was really really good, portion size was considerable with the price of it. Nice decor and really warm..."
Peter Chan
"Great lunch spot. Recommend the teriyaki salmon on rice and the tuna or salmon hand roll. The teriyaki sauce is š and could just eat that alone..."
J Eats
"Ambience is lovely. Food was great, and large portions too! Definitely get the bento box, although I wouldnāt order the nigiri again just because I..."
Grace
"Dinner boxes are great value and offers a lot on the plate. Flavours are decent. Dumplings and takoyaki balls werenāt hot enough in the box, and..."
Bonnie Hu
"I am a huge fan of Tokyo Bay in Takapuna and so I needed to visit Tokyo Club as both restaurants have the same owner! Super lovely staff, beautiful..."
Hansi Dissanayake
"Interesting place to look at, the interior design was really cute and made you feel like you were in Japan! The food was good, interesting and some..."
Foodie_1110
"We had a great time with my wife on a Friday night. Dishes are quite big. We had the tasting box and the salmon and avocado sushi. Both great! Enough..."
Boty
"We initially intended to go to their neighbouring shop (Chop Chop). However, it was overflowing with customers. Unwilling to wait forever, my family..."
Benz Chan
"I love it when restaurants use quality material to prepare their dishes and tokyo club is one that cares about what their customers eat. The beef and..."
Calvin
"Went to Tokyo Club for a business lunch last week. Kudos to the efficient and friendly team for their speedy service during a lunch hour..."
Jade Lim
"Good and clean, nice food :) friendly staff, good portion. Nothing else :) got x2 sushi, x2 lunchbox and sashimi :) yum :) - though a bit pricey..."
SeriousFoodie
"Great food, I ordered vegetarian sushi and it was awesome to see such a variety in the way they made the sushi it wasnāt just all the same and it..."
Fraser Lewis-Smith And Alana Ah Tani
"Lovely little Japanese restaurant with great ambience and wonderful service!We tried the sashimi which was outstanding and the baked..."
Beccs
"Indoor seating area was small but comfortable and cosy. Food was excellent, my favourite being the grilled salmon, also enjoyed the sashimi and the..."
DC
"One of my weekly go-tos: who doesnāt love a great sashimi plate, cone rolls, miso eggplant and karaage chicken. I love that it is a no-frills..."
"Come here a few times for take always and also girls lunch during the day love the eggplant and dark sapporo such a gem great portions highly..."
Chloe-Mae
"Not a bad wee spot for lunch. Tasty food and pretty quick service for a busy lunchtime rush. I had salmon sushi cone, and teriyaki salmon don buri...."
Holly Swallow
"We grabbed lunch here on a weekday and the restaurant was fairly quiet. The portions are normal and decent for what you'd expect at a Japanese..."
Aimee.
"I got the Boss bento box and my sister got the Grill bento box ($26 each). Everything was really delicious apart from the salad which was a bit bland..."
Dxlche
"A few month ago, I went to the tokyo club with my friend.That was the bestĀ tuna tataki Ā I've ever had!Ā I love eating here. and service was..."
Ayumi Fujita
"Had a wonderful dining experience here today. The food was perfectly cooked and reasonably priced, and the service was friendly and efficient. Will..."
Rose Hay
"Really good place for hangout around Ponsonby, good food with reasonable price. And the service was great. Definitely recommended if you looking for..."
Mahendra.kof
"Came here for lunch mid week. The place was quiet and the staff were lovely and fast with food but the place it self inside is a little dark. Food..."
Lana
"Enjoyable lunch. Had a mix of small plates. A nice kiwi twist on Japanese cuisine. The Karagee chicken was good. Party had mixed reviews on the..."
Peter
"This place is my favourite Japanese eatery in Auckland - it has great service, excellent food and the best Japanese beer on tap. My kids also love..."
Robert
"Very welcoming and friendly staff, an easy and broad menu which offered a range of fresh and vibrant traditional Japanese food. Would recommend to..."
Rowan Cox
"They serve my favourite Chicken Teriyaki Don Buri. The chicken is always succulent, and the rice is the best! Service is always excellent, with an..."
David Moore
"The portions were small compared to the price but hey, I suppose we were in Ponsonby. The place is not very big so it can get cramped but the overall..."
Ana
"Came here for a spontaneous lunch. Must say it hit the spot! Meal size was perfect if your not staaarving! I have a favourite Japanese place called..."
Samantha Young
"The coveted Japanese joint in ponsonby central - Tokyo club. I would have to say I was underwhelmed, unfortunately. The service was incredibly..."
Monique Porteous
"Went there twice for dinner on my own. Ordered eye fillet yakiniku. The beef was marinated with sweet soy sauce. Delicious! I ordered ginger pork..."
Lillian Chao
"First time here on a nice Saturday evening, it was semi quiet so the service was quick We had the Sashimi Platter (25pc) and Crumbed panko..."
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"Really enjoyed the portion size and cuts of the sushi. The steak was delicious with the sauces complimenting the meat well. It's usually around quite..."
Jamez Hill III
"This place is our family go to for lunch. We have only ever got the DonBuri's, duck dumplings and Edamame beans and they allow the kids to grab a..."
Daniel Bell
"Popped in here for a quick lunch. The staff were very friendly and attentive. Good sized portions. We got a mixture of a few things to share and all..."
Angela Trigg
"We came here for lunch, the food was delicious. Service was friendly and the food came out quickly. The food however was expensive and portions were..."
Tom O'Connor
"Food 4.0Value 3.5Service 4.0Atmosphere 3I ordered salmon donburi, the portion looks big but actually quite tiny, the sauce +..."
Kelly
"Really lovely, freshly made food. The fried tofu was divine. Cute wee haven in the middle of ponsonby central. The only other vegetarian option on..."
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"In the middle of Ponsonby central it is bound to be a hot spot. The open kitchen and decor added to such a exciting dining experience. Loved the dark..."
Melissa May Tauch
"Mum and I came here for lunch, and we were seated in a corner. Its quite a small place, so theres not much room to seat tables. We shared a seafood..."
Gemma
"I love Japanese food so this place appealed to me when we went to Ponsonby Central for the firs time. This place is quite small but when we went it..."
Angela (A Style Collector)
"I've had lunch here a few times- I love the interior and the food is fresh and tasty!I really like their fried chicken- SO much flavour! I've..."
Zara Alexzandra Young
"Really enjoyed lunch here. We had the duck dumplings, karage chicken, crispy squid legs and salmon sushimi. All dishes were very good. Salmon was..."
Jo Y
"Tokyo club is by far my favourite sushi place it's comfortable and cosy and nice if you want to be left alone. The sushi portions are well worth the..."
Sheetal Naidu
"One thing common with all Japanese restaurants is their service and it was no different here too. Very friendly and welcoming. I felt like having few..."
Aucklandfoodlover
"Came for lunch a little while ago. The bento boxes, although very filling and fresh, are a tad on the expensive side and not too different from other..."
Maia Churichkova
"Tokyo Club is alright. My highlightWould be the assorted sushimi, very delicious and fresh. The sushi was okay, not the best.The service is..."
Seamus M.
"Great if you're a celiac! They have wheat free soya sauce and make it a breeze to order and eat. Great service and yummy drinks - always a great..."
Ness Sharpe
"Favorite place to eat! Good service and food is always fresh and tastes amazing! The blue water bento box is so yummy and the miso is always good..."
"I've had very good experiences of Tokyo Club Ponsonby. The service has always been outstanding and the staff are very friendly and helpful. I love..."
William Smalley
"Haven't been in a while but have been a few times. They used to have the BEST Okonomiyaki in town, but due to a lack of popularity they stopped..."
Jason
"First trial in Tokyo Club. It was a small restaurant with about 20 to 30 seaters. We ordered karaage (fried chicken), steamed rice and miso soup,..."
Cindy Ong
"A friend and I had a bite to eat here at Tokyo Club and had a great experience. We were shown to a table which had room for me to put my baby's pram..."
Sarina W
"Absolute favorite place to eat out currently; Food is great, Freshly made to order in front of the bar tables, lots to choose from ranging from share..."
Toni Wilson
"Recently went to this chic busy restaurant, like the idea of the bar seats and eatery bar in front of the chefs, Ā very polite greeting and service..."
Tracee
"We ate here on a Thursday recently and I had the daily special which was Teriyaki Chicken.Ā The service was friendly and fast, the food arrived..."
Wolfie W
"The great thing about Tokyo Club is that one can always get a table, even when every other place in P Central is maxed out.. Possibly prices are a..."
Frank
"When ordering, was not sure how the portions would turn out. To our surprise, the portions were very good for the cost. We ordered the salmon sushi,..."
Jemimah
"Best Sushi I have had - so fresh and tasty. The prawns were large and perfectly cooked and the staff were so friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was..."
Jane Walsh
"Tokyo Club had a great atmosphere, friendly staff and were incredibly helpful. The food was absolutely divine and I can't wait to go back...."
Heleen Gore
"I went to Tokyo Club with some friends for a casual bite, and the atmosphere was perfect. I loved the laneway style seating.The service..."
Jared Pinfold
"Had a lovely evening here with some friends. The food is simple and authentic. Steak cooked to perfection sashimi super fresh nice wine it was..."
Kristine Green
"Best Japanese restaurant in New Zealand. I am a regular. I love sushi and there's is super great. if you don't want something they will take it out!..."
Rosa
"I caught up with a friend here and enjoyed a couple of crisp clean asahi beers from the tap, some edamame beans, and some really nice karaage..."
Calvin Hale
"Thank you once again Tokyo Club for being great hosts and your food is always top notch. I specifically chose to come and have my 'last supper of..."
Kevin Clodumar
"We went out for lunch here two weeks ago. I always enjoy sitting on the counter watching the food being prepared. The sashimi was as fresh as..."
Gus
"Went with a group of friends the night of the polar blast and sat outside on one of the fire tables. By the end of the night I had my jacket and..."
Sharayah
"Had dinner here last night - a great little spot with very delicious food choices and Japanese-style ambiance. The wait staff were very attentive and..."
Kaye
"I took my friend for lunch to Tokyo Club on nice sunny day.Loved sitting outside table which is like a "IRORI" style.Selection of sake..."
Ammie Watt
"A friend and I had lunch at Tokyo Club recently and we had the okonomiyaki and a few other small dishes, all the food was delicious and the service..."
Nicky Davidson
"This is one of my favourite Japanese restaurants. The food is izakaya style - consistently good and well presented. I especially liked the deep fried..."
John
"Just had an excellent evening at Tokyo Club.Beautifully presented and fresh sashimi, followed by an lamb teppan cooked to perfection and..."
Rodrigo Maia
"Lunch on a hot summers day was cold Sake along with sashimi in a very vibrant environment. Great choice of seating at either the bar, inside or..."
David Boshier
"This place is great! Relaxed atmosphere, friendly, helpful staff and amazing food - the okonomiyaki is incredible.The lunch menu is very well..."
Alice Kemp
"Great little find in the gem of the new Ponsonby Central! Great service, atmosphere and very authentic too. Casual style with great selection of..."
Dominic Henderson
"I've tried sake and food match, and it was awesome!! I've basically done the same as with wine, guided myself through the great list of sake and..."
Gustavo Tanikawa
"Having been to Tokyo and walked the back streets and alley ways of Shibuya, I loved the 'yokocho' styled dining Tokyo Club has to offer. The way the..."
Lisa Edgar
"Fantastic food, quick service, even at lunch time on a..."
Dean Shelley
"Go for the quality, not quantity. Yummy. Definitely will go..."
Angela Tu
"Awesome restaurant they have amazing food that tastes delicious. They also have home made ice-cream called yuzu and it is so yum definitely go there..."
Jordan Smith
"Tokyo Club Ponsonby is a real Japanese Izakaya. It has a cool vibe, located next to the Radio Ponsonby booth streaming live DJ's at work. It looks..."
Mark Smith
"The food was delicious and people were friendly. I wanted to try Bento Box but I do not eat beef or pork. As the menu had beef and pork included in..."
Arun Raja Nagarajan
"Lovely dinner experience cosy well lite area, attentive service but not intrusive. Gorgeous Bento box we had the grill and tapsa tasting..."
Etomia Wilson
"The food was amazing! We got the dumplings and teriyaki chicken. We sat outside by the fire and it kept us nice and warm! I definitely recommend..."
Julie K
"Lovely spot with some open seats at the kitchen side and a cosy space with more tables tucked away for more privacy.
Friendly welcome and immediately..."
Sharon W
"Succulent sushi, gorgeous gyÅza, fresh fantastic Japanese cuisine š±š¶ There seems to always be a queue and it's no wonder - the katsu crumb was..."
Syd Eats
"Definitely worth a visit! The bento boxes are a great way to try lots of things and are the perfect amount to fill you up! The kumara was a little..."
Annie White
"Great little hangout place with good food and service. I loved the bento box and..."
Neethu arun
"Cosy place to eat situated in a busy dining quarter. Great people watching. Delicious food and great drinks selection. Wonderful friendly service...."
Ngaire Lyall
"Ordered the ginger pork and teriyaki chicken with steamed rice and miso soup , was really really good. For its price it was well worth it. Staff were..."
Kitty Oliver
"We ended up coming here as the restaurant we wanted to go to was randomly closed. Honestly my expectations werenāt too high at first but I ended up..."
Kylie Huang
"Best Japanese Izakaya restaurant in Auckland that I have seen. Beautiful cosy little setup in the heart of Ponsonby Central. The dinner (available..."
Jack Bloggs
"Ponsonby central is one beautiful place so many small restaurants with absolutely phenomenal food. Tokyo club has taken me by surprise with its..."
Raphael Benoni
"We enjoyed Sunday Grill dinner box $33, nice outdoor sitting area with the fire š„
I recommend to visit this place Maria and Sophia..."
Maria Chueva
"The place is not very big but very delicious. We were a group of 10 or so, and had the boxes. The waiter got confused with our order and offered a..."
Rising Star
"The food was fresh and amazing! Staff was nice. I definitely would go here..."
Jim
"WOW...
Many years ago proper restaurants used to have a Maitre'D (MaƮtre d' is short for maƮtre d'hƓtel, which comes from French and literally..."
S. Alkan
"Food was delicious, was nice to be able to have a vegan bento box. Seats could be more..."
Dan
"Tried Japanese food first time ever and i loved it. One of the best dish was Takoyaki octopus balls while others were also delicious. I had Teriyaki..."
"Husband and I have been craving for good Japanese food since the lockdown. Katsura was introduced by a friend. We were offered the shared platter..."
Adeline Khoo
"Excellent service and excellent food. Each visit has been fantastic. A good selection of sashimi and seafood. Complimentary parking for the..."
Foodventurer
"Seafood buffet is the place to be. Nice choices of sushi, sashimi. Love their all you can eat scampi that you can eat sashimi style or cook in a..."
Sorry_vonguenumber
"This restaurant is quite hidden from the public as it was located inside the Rendezvous Hotel, even inside the hotel its quite placed in an odd..."
Ang Sarap
"Went to Katsura without reservation and found ourselves in a very elegant Japanese restaurant. The atmosphere is very pleasant with teppanyaki on the..."
Jenny Da
"Only love their Thursday buffet. It's almost like a seafood buffet. All the foods are fresh. both quality and quantity are good. Service of jap..."
LuNa The TuNa
"Celebrated our anniversary dinner here and took the 7 course meal.I'm not really sure why comments say that the sashimi is stale, our one's..."
Jvix Gamboa
"Fine Japanese food in central Auckland is not hard to find. Thanks to Katsura. It has a delectably wide menu that covers the length and breadth of..."
Joshua Ap
"We went along for the lunch buffet and overall it was a good experience. We were expecting 7 different types of fish in the sashimi selection (as..."
Dragon88
"10/08/2018We came here to celebrate my dad's birthday. It just happened to be the Friday buffet lunch. The sashimi were thinly cut small but..."
Sammy
"We had dinner here on a Wednesday night. There wasn't many people there but the food still took ages to come! So maybe go there before you fully..."
Nadz_berry_crunch
"Went with friends last night to Katsura. Being a seafood and Japanese food lover I loved it. We had the first sitting at 6 pm however it wasn't very..."
Retta
"Went for the Grand Seafood Buffet at this restaurant, situated in the Grand Millennium Hotel, Auckland. This buffet offers a fairly wide spread of..."
Marcus Lau
"One of the best seafood buffets here in Auckland. They have a selection of fresh oysters, shrimp and scampi. I would have to say that I cant really..."
Mari Flores
"Good grade of sashimi!Loads of yummy dessert ~I think itās better than eight A great place for Japanese dinner buffet to go..."
Satine Liu
"STILL THE BEST SEAFOOD BUFFET IN AUCKLANDIf you like fresh raw seafood with a decent prawn & scampi selection, this is the best by far in..."
Tony Ma
"Definitely a seafood lover's buffet! If RAW seafood is your kind of thing, you'll enjoy their array of sashimi, red prawns, scampi and oysters...."
Jade Lim
"This place means something special because my sister used to work there. The furniture and decor hasn't changed but the new revived menu did. It is..."
Bevan Chuang
"We enjoyed our time at Katsura last night. It's not a very cheap buffet but if you enjoy sashimi, scampi and oysters, they have all of these in..."
Rice & Kai
"Thursday & Friday Dinner Buffet Price: $78/person Menu: nigiri and sashimi (only fish kinds including salmon, tuna, snapper and kingfish),..."
Jay
"Love the seafood buffet. Lots of oysters and scampies, which worth the money for. Clean and friendly environment. Compared to raw food, I wish there..."
LisaH
"Loved their seafood buffet. Prawn tempura galore, tepanyaki station, and the sashimi was one of the best I've tried in auckland!Coffee Junkie and i..."
Penelope Chua
"Loved the lunch buffet! It worths the price, and good place to catch up with friends. Sashimi is fresh, Nigiri and sushi roll is average but match..."
Flora
"Had Friday lunch buffet at Katsura, very good experience. Six types of fresh sashimi, a variety of sushi, salads and plenty of hot food to choose..."
Jim
"The new menu is really great. Loved the food and the service. Would definitely recommend giving it a go. Definitely one of my new fave Japanese..."
S&G Take Auckland
"I stayed in rendevous grand for 4 nights and i ate at katsura on 3 of those 4 nights. That's just how good this restaurant is. Their assortment of..."
Emma Patricia Katili
"Japanese Buffet that actually includes all sorts of sashimi and sushi. Had my fill with tuna, salmon, snapper and squid sashimi with a side plate of..."
Nik Kho
"Took 5 people for birthday dinner. Everything delicious served in a timely fashion by excellent staff. Had 2 Benito Boxes, Pork Katsu andĀ Sea..."
TheGoodKiwi Nz
"i think the $78 buffet is a great value for money, huge sushi and sashimi selection, hot food cooked on the spot on one of those japanese hot tables..."
Chris Brown
"Love their dinner buffet spread (Thu/Fri only), seafood and sushi are fresh, and plenty of Japanese delicacies/desserts to indulge on. It is quite..."
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"First time trying the Teppanyaki - was kind of OK...nothing fantastic. Maybe my expectations were too high? lol One thing that really impressed me..."
Sonia
"Greeted by friendly staff and seated straight away with complimentary bubbles. The atmosphere and decor was sophisticated, nice and relaxing with a..."
Food 24/7
"I have always just come here for the buffet! And seafood buffet only!! It used to be only available on Thursday but now Friday too. Food is still..."
Lorli
"The Grand Seafood buffet on Thursday and Friday is just wow, the live cooking show with the flaring chef is radical, amazing selection of sushi and..."
Sly
"Every dish was fantastic with good dishing up. Dishes are served quickly with fresh materials only. Very warm-hearted service was provided by every..."
Michelle Hwang
"We went there for my birthday dinner. We had Teppanyaki. The chef were friendly and cooked delicious food. The meat and sea food are good quality..."
Cecilia
"I have only ever eaten the buffet at Katsura and my recent visit was no different.Ā The food on offer is of a high standard, especially the sushi..."
Gus
"Japanese Cuisine at the Rendezvous Hotel in Auckland CityWe decided to try this nice Japanese restaurant as we had a discount voucher. We..."
Mandy
"I had the $20 express lunch and it was awesome. The ingredients were high quality and fresh, not your average food court /takeaway bento box stuff...."
Macy
"Wonderful service here. The food was delicious and very entertaining watching our chef cook our food teppanyaki style. I had a menu of edamame,..."
Eatwithmyfoodsafari
"My husband and I came here for a four course set menu. The food and service were excellent! We chose the sake paired with the meals. That too was a..."
Karen Nunes
"My friends & I had an early dinner at Katsura on a weekday.Ā There were not a lot of customers.Ā The waitresses were friendly & cheerful. We..."
"We are fortunate to have eaten tepanyaki at a few places in Auckland and in japan. Katsura has all the elements to make it a truely great place to..."
Tony Frost
"This is good but pricey for what I imagine. It loses its appeal after the first..."
Neila
"Went there last night with the entertainment book voucher to use. Had a great teppanyaki. Much more food than we expected for a modest $45. The chef..."
James Gibson
"Food tops all. Service was very nice. place appeared clean. great atmosphere just what we..."
Rachel Mackenzie
"We went Katsura for the seafood dinner buffet. There were lots of selections, especially types of sashimi. Surprisingly,the quality of their sashimi..."
Alex
"My partner and I came here for dinner (and lunch) on our holiday. The food was absolutely amazing! We originally had a Tepinyaki(?) table chosen but..."
Jess Griffiths
"I love Japanese food, and this is the best I've had in Auckland. I ordered the "Healthy Bento" (i.e. vegetarian), and it was simply delicious. The..."
Bonsai
"I enjoyed some incredibly good sashimi here at Katsura this week. The quality and freshness of the kingfish, salmon and other sashimi fish was..."
Lucy G.
"Simply the best Japanese restaurant in Auckland.Great quality of the food and friendly service from the staffs.Price is a bit..."
KSW
"OMG!! This is the best Japanese restaurant you could ever get to in Auckland. The quality of foods that served in here is really seriously different..."
Michelle
"everything is lovely, food was good, but pricing!!! too expensive for 1 ppl..."
Sarah X
"The buffet is excellent and is very well-priced for the variety of shushi and sashimi..."
A221
"The decoration was not very attractive but the food and attention worth a visit.So far the best Japanese food in Auckland.Try special..."
Tino
"Me and my friend enjoyed our dinner here! Food is..."
Es Em
"Japanese delight! You can feast on as many tempura, sushi, sashimi, oysters, prawns etc as you want. Eight at Cordis is a better buffet for me but..."
Chel
"Many choices of fresh seafood and sashimi. There are options like ramen, teppanyaki, miso soup, oden, fried rice and I love the dessert corner. They..."
KT LEE
"Food was just amazing. Very fresh seafood you can have here. Atmosphere was good too.
Regarding the service, one of the waiter was very rushing and..."
J BK
"I wentĀ to Katsura for Christmas Eve dinner. It was an overall well-organized seafood buffet.
I just found several minor things that would be better..."
Tracy Jeong
"The seafood was fresh and had quite a lot of options.
The most impressive part was actually the quality of service from staff members.
They were very..."
M āKMKMKā K
"Omg I'm so going back for the Seafood buffet... If you love seafood , it's an absolute must do. The service was impeccable, restaurant looks amazing,..."
Paula Sargent
"Had a really good experience eating here with my family. The seafood is always fresh and tasty. Other fried foods and meals were also there and that..."
Aimee
"Free parking for 2 hours.
Located right in the middle of cbd.
Gorgeous hotel that leads through the atrium and upstairs to Katsura.
Doors closed..."
Sharon W
"We ordered from ala cart menu - Omakase set. The atmosphere was great, food was tasty and fresh and staffs were very friendly!! Had a great time with..."
flyguy T
"We throughly enjoyed ourselves at Katsura. We tried the buffet menu. Food was fresh and delicious. We tried almost everything and there was nothing..."
"Came here for restaurant month $65pp set menu. You get entree of salad, miso, sashimi and beef tataki. For mains the usual grill veges, options to..."
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"Headed back to the Daikoku Quay branch two wks ago. I have been to the one in botany downs town centre which is a bit of a let down as it looks old..."
Elaine Yeoh
"I had the lunch with my wife at this place and that was my first experience teppanyaki grill in Auckland. I picked the lunch menu which 19.90 which..."
Hungry Zombie
"Got two bowls of ramen and two sides for around $30, some of the best gyoza ive ever had, super affordable and delicious, definitely take advantage..."
Elijah Love
"Me and my girlfriend have come here a few times and I always have good things to say for them! The staff are so friendly and food is usually fast and..."
Luke Rooney
"I have been to this teppan restaurant a couple of times. I ordered an ocean combination. The food is nice. The service is warm. The only problem is..."
Jack Food
"Pretty awesome. Always a pleasant experience. Never gets old. Food and entertainment is great. We are actually coming again tomorrow for Mothers day...."
Neroni Mack
"Our favorite of all their restaurants in auckland as it has the most stylish inside and atmosphere. Always go for the steak option so cannot say much..."
Evilmaikel
"We went in for lunch and loved it. Always a great atmosphere, and the staff are amazing. All of us had issues with food and the staff were very..."
Maria Foy
"We used to came here for dinner a lot of times. Everything was perfect. Crayfish, beef, fish was all taste good. But salmon sashimi not really fresh..."
LuNa The TuNa
"Their lunch special is cheap! Two of us went in and ordered the Sumo Lunch to share and chose the fish and steak options. We got a bowl of rice each..."
G1k
"Last minute dinner decision with our group to find a place we could walk in off the street in Auckland CBD and because we all love Japanese cuisine..."
Food Buster Reviewers
"Fantastic service, amazing show of food, food came so quickly, great drinks menu and something for everyone. Everything about it was fantastic, great..."
Indie
"Yum food and friendly service. I had a good night here. This is my second time been there in 5years. Good to seen a restaurant can keep so popular in..."
Coco_Clairy
"Stepping into Daikoku transports me back to Tokyo where the smell of sizzling food and the crashing sounds of teppanyaki fill the restaurant. The..."
Chester
"Tried the tonkontsu ramen. Strong and delicious pork broth with tender & well-seasoned chashu meat. I always add extra chashu in the ramen and also..."
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"We had my partners birthday here in May 2017, and the food was so delicious everything was so fresh I particularly love seafood, the entertainment..."
Corrie Chapple
"Came in on mother's birthday 2016. They put on a little show while cooking for us. The meat was sizzling and was cooked right in front of us. The..."
Rosanne Choy
"Had mid-year party lunch here. I ordered ocean lunch yumyum source was really yum :)love seafood the best. I love to bring mu family n friend here:) ..."
Alice In New Zealand
"I am usually not very fond of Japanese cuisine but Daikoku certainly changed my opinion about Japanese food. I really liked the Chicken lunch..."
Sanika Chandoskar
"Night out with friends here which was not bad but not amazing. Service is good but they have a special advertised on their website for Quay St, in..."
Jeffie
"Have been there couple of times for company lunch. It's yummy and good lunch set price. They cook in front of you. If you order shrimp they would set..."
Rui
"Daikoku has been around for many years. Have heard various things about the different locations but always found Quay St to be fairly..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"There must have been years since I last visited Daikoku on Quay. I had the gourmet lunch with 4 prawns & steak, plus soup, salad, steamed rice & ice..."
STRADS
"Came here to have their 9 course special deal as part of the August restaurant month promotion, the set comes with a small appetizer, salads, miso..."
Teddyfamily.
"Our favorite teppanyaki restaurant, love the attentive and friendly service and really enjoy their fresh meals. Our favorite dish is the fried rice..."
Amorita Maharaj
"What can I say - visiting this place was an experience. The moment you enter you are transported to a Japan. The staff so cordial so quirky, they..."
Disha
"Daikoku quay street is a little rough around the edges, but then again this maiden eatery has been feeding Auckland business lunches for more than a..."
Fuudie
"I've been to two different Daikokus and this was the better of the two. This is for a review in winter. Came here to celebrate a mate selling his..."
Joseph Taleni
"I have been to Daikoku a few times and have always loved the food. Sometimes you get the odd Chef who is alittle quiet and not really into the..."
Holly Shaw-Fowles
"Ate their lunch specials for $16 which had a salad, bowl of rice, meat/fish, miso soup. Fairly nice food and good service teppanyaki..."
Frank Lin
"I got the vegetarian role sushi and edamame just because the tofu steaks sounded dull. Nothing to rave about but not awful either- I was disappointed..."
Cayson
"This place makes me very happy, the food is delicious and always cooked to perfection, the staff are very friendly and the chefs are always so caring..."
Azakaka NZ
"Wonderful experience. All this time I thought their food and service was on average, but experience of last night has totally changed my opinion! The..."
Sally Carter
"Good choice for a Teppanyaki style dinner in the Auckland CBD. We went here in a large group and were fed as well as entertained for a..."
Danny
"Wow this place is amazing looking back on my experience here makes me want to come back again! I came here for my birthday with my partner and we had..."
Chloe Marie
"Daikoku is a must do experience where the food is cooked in front of you, I had the fish lunch special, you get miso soup, a salad, rice, 3 pieces of..."
Philip Doyle
"Went for lunch and it was as delicious as I remember. I haven't been for quite awhile so Ai enjoyed the treat. The lunch specials were a good price..."
Amanda B
"Came here for dinner with friends on a weeknight and was pleasantly surprised to find every seat is at a teppanyaki table.We saw what was..."
Emma W
"Went for dinner and was very entertaining. We got to catch egg in our mouths at one point! Great food, friendly staff and very nice atmospheres with..."
Annasollitt29
"Christmas Lunch with the team from work. Great steak cooked perfectly. Chef put on quite a show to add to the experience - would definitely go again..."
Bill T
"Must try: Chasumen!! Hands down the best ramen be the bf have had he always orders the seafood and we leave feeling super full but happy. One of..."
Topaz
"Last time I was here, very friendly service as always! This place is high on my list of places to eat at with friends, due to the cheap lunch menu..."
"The portions are perhaps a bit small, but otherwise quite high quality food for the cost. The lunch specials are great value for money and I..."
Ed
"These well known Auckland restaurants need little introduction. Their roots were steak house and now it appears a wide range of food including..."
BeeQueUU
"I like coming to daikoku for lunch. Dinner I find a little rowdy and there's too much to choose from so I prefer having the limited lunch menu. I..."
Lisa V
"Daikoku on Quay is the first place I think of whenever I want ramen, and was even introduced to the place by a born & bred Japanese friend of mine...."
Izzy Mendoza
"I've been here several times in the past, and after dining this weekend I would agree that the restaurant is looking quite tired and could do with..."
Gus
"Delicious! šš½ Probably my favourite Japanese restaurant. Nothing like the yum yum sauce. We went here for lunch. I had the gourmet lunch. The..."
Shelley Bedggood
"Came here for team lunch. Was happy about the food. Team enjoyed the experience of Japanese teppanyaki. Not bad at all for the portion size with that..."
Teri
"This is one of my favourite places to go to lunch. In fact I am going there again today. The food is consistent and tasty. They have the BEST Yum Yum..."
Juanine
"I love this place.. easy choice when doing a small celebration or treat.. love the chicken and prawn option and get our yum yum sauce for Christmas..."
Grace Sifa
"I came here for a dear friends birthday. We all settled down and then were introduced to our wonderful chef for the night. I ordered Tappan Scallops..."
Amiria Aperahama
"My favorite place for lunch. Where else can you get green tea, miso soup, salad, options of steak, chicken or fish main including rice and..."
Julz
"Nice place for a lunch. Nothing too fancy just easy setting, good food, good service and flavor of Japan.I go regularly for group..."
Daniel Swain
"Now the price can be a little bit expensive for students to go and have their dinner in this restaurant. However I definitely reckon it worth going..."
Gayeon Lee
"I have dined Teppan Yaki style many times and really enjoy it. We were last at this Daikoku many years ago. We usually dine at the Botany version..."
Janine Baldwin
"Great and attentive service. Good prices for what you get and the chef was very talented and entertaining. We ordered the combination set each with..."
Amanda1986
"I loved this restaurant...It was fun, and energetic, and I left stuffed! They were creative and threw food into our mouths and did some fantastic..."
Kelly267
"Nice meal. great chef, very good sense of humour. good value for..."
Georgie
"Choo choo goes the onion train! Hahaha an entertaining meal, well worth the money paid - delicious scotch fillet and scallop..."
Matt L
"Excellent teppanyaki experience that is accessible and open during lunch. The experience is as good as when I first ate here 10 years ago. All the..."
Vian Young
"Loved this experience - very entertaining and extremely delicious food.
This was our first time and would definitely come back. We took their..."
J V
"Our chef was great. Friendly and the theatrics were top notch. The food were all nicely cooked. Price wasn't cheap but to be expected for a..."
Brian Hui
"Ching ching bling the best entertainer over all the daikokus! Best night ever even better food, so many laughs and so many fun experiences tonight...."
Brooke Green
"A wonderful experiencen where the food is cooked in front of you. The chef will perform tricks and keep you entertained with fire and agility..."
Tristan Lee-Johnson
"Dinner at Daikoku presents authentic Japanese Teppanyaki experience. Awesome chef Yuki was awesome and highly..."
Kaho Hsieh
"Food was tasty cooked perfect!Had the Gourmet lunch with steak and prawns! Table was little over crowded. And got orders muddled up. Was a group of..."
Luanne Butler
"The food was really nice. Ching ching bling was very funny and good..."
Pranesh Chand
"A good night had by all. Food was great..our chef was funny and cooked our food..."
Joanne Hosie
"Service is very good. Not a bad point but feeling a little bit disappointed as the view is no different from any other Daikoku. The foods we had are..."
Qishan Huang
"Fun little place.
A bit expensive but I guess worth it. I mean side salad is literally viva la 90's - chopped lettuce and grated carrots.
Meat was..."
Linda A.
"We came here for our friend's birthday party. And it was amazing!!! Very fun for special party day and love our guy's performance. Definitely will..."
So won K
"Less crowded than once was in the pre-covid world, but this means we got a knives skills show for 2 that was just as good as any. Had a personable..."
Geoff Wilson
"You know itās always going to he a great night out here. All the food is top shelf but nothing comes close to the prawns with yum yum sauce!
Family..."
James Ashwin
"This was our first time doing teppenyaki and it did not disappoint
Our chef was hilarious and engaged well with our table, the food was delicious,..."
Michael Miller
"Visited 2017. My friend was working at that time. Enjoyed a great performance!! Wagyu..."
"Daikoku on Quay is a fantastic restaurant with great food and service and a clean friendly environment. We had a great night. The staff are helpful..."
Kirsty Milner Brown
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