TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in New Zealand - Updated November 2024

Giapo

92/100 (8281 ratings)

Dessert

Quick Bites

New Zealand

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegan Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Dinner

After-hours

Lunch

Tiramisu

Hokey Pokey Ice Cream

Ice Cream

Afghan Cookies

Gelato

Christchurch Hazelnut

Sourdouçl Donut

Ice Cream You

Meringue

Broken Waffle Cone

Strawberry and Cream on Handmade Cone

Raspberry Martini Waffle Cone Berry Toppings

Chocolate ice cream

egg

Double Cream Hokey Pokey

Avocado

Triple Textures of Pistachios Broken Cone

Ice Cream Cone

Chocolate Chip Cookie Coconut Ice Cream

Dark Chocolate

Chocolate Cone

Gelato

Eis

Our Ice Cream

Sit down

New Zealand

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

Takeout

Street Parking

Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

Gift Cards Available

Free Wifi

After-hours

Dinner

Lunch

Mid-range

"Such unique and delicious ice creams, a very special treat! Super awesome that the staff let you try out the flavours before buying! The ice creams ..."

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"I randomly found this place while walking on the streets of Auckland and hands down to the BEST ICECREAM I've ever hadddI just wish to travel..."

Saloni Sheth

"Been there last week for the first time. It was a long wait(40 minutes) but all the staff were very friendly. Highly..."

Interdc5

"Lots of new and exciting flavours each time I come here! When there’s no cues, you get inside to try the ice cream fast. Rich, creamy, delicious..."

Lance Young

"Wow! What an ice cream shop Giapo is !! Amazing concept and favours. In small groups the friendly staff allow everyone a taste of the variety of..."

K-A

"Have been here 3 times now and will be back to try more flavours! This place exceeded my expectations, their presentation, flavours and customer..."

Jyoti Singh

"A unique gelato parlour with an array of quirky flavours and contemporary classics which change out semi regularly.Sometimes the wait can..."

Niamh Mulholland

"Oh my lord, 🤳🏼selfie cone @giapokitchen, how many abs did it cost me? In my favourite flavor from Giapo - Kiss 💋 Christchurch..."

Pandadrools

"We had such lovely service from the team at Giapo Fort St today! My friends had graduated and they really went the extra mile for us. Thanks for..."

Ashleigh Harris

"If ever there was a way to indulge a 7 year old it’d be this. I wasn’t unprepared for the price as i understand it’s a luxury experience but I..."

HungryBabesSugarApe

"Posted on Instagram food reviewing account @nourishingmei Date night the other night part 2! Giapo! We went to giapo around 8:30 and..."

Nourishingmei

"It was quite odd that I had never visited Giapo until now as an icecream addict. I heard it was really good but just never had a chance to go. When I..."

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"Possibly the most elaborate ice cream experience around. The queue is long and it’s cold, so the dragged out process of where they present the ice..."

Manz

"Awesome ice cream place right in the city, I got the Giapo Buono and it has a very good distinct taste!There is usually a lot of crowds here..."

Luke Rooney

"Had tried a few times at Giapo and loved their combinations, presentation and unique flavors. Long queue sometimes but didn't need to wait for..."

Pig Cat

"A very unique and exciting experience. I've cream flavors and designs are quite extraordinary. Definitely made for sharing as the portions are very..."

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"What to say about Giapo? Firstly, can I say it was the best experience I have ever had in an ice cream shop. Upscale but make it ice cream. The first..."

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"Ice cream heaven,Hands down the best ice cream in Auckland and probably in New Zealand, heck it might be the best ice cream in the world!..."

Darin Joe

"the ice cream tastes amazing. but slightly difficult to eat due to hard chocolate and small tub...."

Jess

"ZGold 20% OFF code: SYSTEMThe ice creams are definitively too sweet but the flavors are awesome! The presentation and tasting process are very..."

SystemDC

"I’ve always wanted to go to Giapo because I’ve seen photos of the ice cream from there and it looks insane! I went after dinner with my bf who..."

Sharon Louie

"An absolutely amazing place to grab a scoop or two. If it's you first time visiting, the staff will usually offer a tour and tell around what is more..."

Andy

"The staffs were great. They take time to satisfy each customer and handle concerns very well. The atmosphere is great too. The downside is the price..."

Minh Thu

"A great experience! The prices are on a higher side but it's worth all the costs. It's great service that tops to the whole experience. Thanks to the..."

Jaee Ajgaonkar

"What a really interesting experience here. Giapo certainly isn't your typical ice cream shop. When we first got here around 9 PM the place was..."

Derik Liebenberg

"Been here a few times and they NEVER disappoint😍 Always a great experience and even brang one of my close friends(her first time) and she LOVED..."

Katrina Fineisaloi

"Abit of a wait but mini chocolates are being served. There is a tasting session for first timer so that they get to try all different flavours in the..."

Jing

"Don’t think this place need any more good words. Everyone loves this place and their ice cream looks so awesome and satisfying. Recommend for..."

FoodiesTable

"The staff are always so welcoming and friendly as well as knowledgeable, always offering samples and information on all the delicious desserts. So..."

Megan

"The Icecream was insanely good! Unlike anything I’ve had before. I couldn’t give it a 5 as the staff were a bit of a let down. Two young girls..."

Nikki Goddard

"If you are looking for an ice cream shop with a wonderfully bespoke and unique experience then this is the place to visit!This place offers..."

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"Absolutely amazing!!! As soon as we walked into the store, we were ask if it was our first time visiting then we were introduced to a few of their..."

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"Not your usual ice cream store. Giapo brings your ice cream eating experience to the next level.The queue was slightly long, but complimentary..."

Lucy

"The undisputed king of icecream in Auckland.Excellent customer service, free chocolate samples, still and sparkling water and an incredible menu..."

Mashed_Potato

"Such unique dessert experience and the flavours are rich and delicious! Esp. Love the coconut chocolate and the salted caramel bueno flavour A must..."

Lizzie

"This is the best ice cream I have tried in Auckland. The ice cream is absolutely creamy that perfect for whom love cream. Many toppings on the top..."

Mai Maii

"I love their ice creams, every single flavour is so good!!! But their toppings are sometimes too heavy to handle in your mouth, they’re so..."

Vincent Fang

"It is tasty and obviously original! Really enjoyed the ice creams and the experience. It is nice for a “special occasion” ice cream. Staff was..."

Luz !

"We ordered the afghan cookies and the coconut choc chip. Both were AMAZING! 12/10. It was a bit messy to eat though... lets just say that the..."

Grace

"Always make sure to get the afghan and coffee flavoured ice cream 🤤. Both flavours complimented with the waffle cones have great crunchy..."

J Eats

"amazing ice cream here. very popular and you can tell with the size of those lines through the summer too.good to come here if you want an..."

Samuel

"This ice cream changed my life, opened my eyes, enlightened my soul.Miso kumara at the bottom (interesting combination but i found it..."

Grace Su

"If you are in Auckland, this place is a must visit. Their ice-creams are out of the world!! Their flavors are carzy and the ice creams are very..."

Ishita Mundada

"Chocolate CupDelicious rich flavour balanced nicely with the sweetness and tartness of the topping. Service was excellent and..."

Dylan Buckley

"Have been wanting to come here for ages. We got the chocolate ice cream! The customer service was really good - the lady let us try all the..."

Jenny Kim

"The staff are extremely friendly. Their ice cream is a little pricey, but definitely worth it if you’re willing to spend a few dollars extra. Often..."

Shyama

"Fancy ice cream with fabulous over the top decoration. High price reflects on quality and fresh creamy flavour. I miss having them uptown, so much..."

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"Soo happy Giapo lived up to the hype! The staff were friendly and clearly knew the product as demonstrated through the informative free tasting..."

Siobhan

"Love this place when I feel like a bit of a fancy icecream! There’s always a line here during the summer and I can see why. The staff are lovely..."

Karen

"Very fancy ice cream shop in central Auckland, they serve best quality ice cream with interesting design and presentation. Although the price is on..."

Jim

"My chronic sweet tooth agrees that Giapo is one of my personal top places to go for ice cream 🤤 Although it's quite pricey, its definitely worth..."

Angelique Cagara

"I was quite intrigued and excited to see what this place would be like hearing that it almost always has a queue going outside their parlour. When I..."

Devavrat Bhotica

"If I only comment on the flavour, I would give Giapo a four star. They got some creative on flavour and they keep creat the new seasonal one, not..."

Airan

"If you love rich sweet treats here is where you wanna be!Icecream at its richest! Tasty sweet of all sorts. I love it! The icecreams are..."

Tony Ma

"Last time I had been at Giapo was when it was still on Queens street a couple years back when my parents were visiting from the states. They were..."

Sherrie

"Went here with friends & a friend from Japan.The line was not too bad - they offered water and chocolates while we were waiting.The..."

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"Came for the first time after it reopened on Gore (very belated I know). The experience was totally different, and it was amazing! While we..."

Louise

"Recommended by a friend of mine, I ordered a chocolate evo with an expectation it would be just like how ice cream tastes. Surprisingly, they were..."

Karel Karsten Himawan

"Really cute place with good vibes, line was pretty long though but definitely was well served with a lovely lady offering us chocolate and then..."

The Scarfoodie

"Tastes as good as it looks! Though overtime, i must say, the decorations are becoming less elaborate... Neverthless, my go-to gelato..."

Cecilia

"Giapo is about creativity. Not a great icecream lover personally but couldn't stop drooling at the store. Nicely done space with creative elements..."

Annette S Chirayil

"One must not miss visiting Giapo if you are in Auckland.. Icecreams with numerous flavours and very presentable too.. very crowded but worth..."

Purnima C Nair

"This place is the best!! Like the ice cream is really good and the staff are friendly!! We went during the night so it wasn’t as crowded but..."

Rubab Shah

"OMG. Let’s talk about Giapo. First, it’s like a doctor’s appointment - just fun. They talk to you, find out your desires, your taste..."

Elizabethjansenvanrensb96

"The service is excellent and the ice cream delicious! Be prepared to eat it for the next three meals as it’s a huge serving! I chose the classic..."

Shreeya Jayaraman

"Giapo’s is a MUST DO if you’re in Auckland. Not only the flavours are amazing but they serve the icecream in different options (with hot chips,..."

Madee Forbes

"Real rating: 4.5/5Everything was amazing - the experience was amazing, the flavours were amazing, the staff were awesome. It’s definitely..."

Eunifoodie

"I have never been so excited to have ice cream before!I have been wanting to come back to giapo ever since the wonderful experience I had..."

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Joyce Xu

"A delicious range of ice creams to choose from which you can thankfully test before deciding which one you want. And dont even get me started on how..."

Luke Ma'a

"Chocolate Evolution:cocoa nibs, choc mouse , Dominican choc on a house made waffle cone lined with milk chocolate. This ice cream @giapokitchen..."

Vaishali Panwar

"The best gelato iv had, definitely the must go place when you come to Auckland. Really like the “Maori potato” flavor. It not only a ice cream..."

Nadia

"Passing by giapo and always see long queue in front of the shop which make us curious.. so Denny Setiawan and I decide to give it a try.. after..."

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"One of the best icecream place I've crossed in britomart this place' s passion towards icecream is clearly visible with the everyday fresh ice cream..."

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"Absolutely love this place! It’s quite expensive though and the queue took a very long time which wasn’t ideal because it was freezing outside...."

Paris May Ball

"I only got one problem, I can’t rate higher than 5 ⭐️! 🤩 would rate them 10 if I could! This was a great experience after a 2hr walking tour..."

Carlo Enrique

"I tried Giapo Buono and it was damn tasty ! 😋Caramel and hazelnut was a delicious combo ❤️ I would strongly recommend everyone to try this..."

Omkar Shinde

"Time of visit not many flavours to choose from. The picture shows the coconut flavoured ice-cream. Tastes good but the chocolate was too rich. Didnt..."

Maesian

"I haven’t been since the relocation of Giapo to Britomart, however, this is definitely one of the best ice cream places in Auckland! Such..."

Marnie

"Wait in the small quene, worth the wait, you can sample the ice cream before ordering; or order from the window side if you don't need to try first..."

CocoOnFire

"There's Ice cream and then there is Giapo. They say pictures say a thousand words, Giapo is on a whole other level. Mixing and utilising fresh NZ..."

Aneta Chadderton

"Really amazing icecream here. I love how attentive and friendly the servers are and how they allow you to try all the different flavours to find..."

Emma

"The ice cream was quite pricey, but it was a great one time experience. If you like chocolate this is the place for you! I had the hokey pokey. It..."

Ingvild Westby

"Friendliest and most unique ice cream shop on the planet! They have a menu like no other, which changes from time to time (seasonal fruits etc),..."

Jenny Da

"Love this place. Always delicious and a challenge o the taste buds. Def worth taste testing samples before selecting. A bit of a wait at times but if..."

Bex Ellis

"Was dying for some dessert and found that Giapo was a popular place in Auckland for a quick sweet fix. While making my way there, I felt that I was..."

Kennnny

"Without a doubt, I have to say this is the best ice cream parlour I’ve ever been to. I love how our host gave us a wee tour and explained how..."

Yashie L

"Yummmmm yummmm!!! Had this for the first time when I was heavily pregnant and loved it! Staff are super nice! Must try! Will be back with my little..."

S & F And Baby

"One word AMAZING!!! The best ice cream in Auckland! The staff are amazing and make you feel so at home! Thank you for the amazing experience..."

Chris489

"Been here quite a few times.. always recommend to friends who come to Auckland for a trip. Very ambitious and creative. Service..."

Billy Chandraa

"Visiting Giapo’s is one of the top 10 things to do when in Auckland ( so I read) and it is Well worth a visit! The ice cream is very pricy, the..."

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"Loving this ice cream parlour. not only they served the best ice cream in Auckland,but the presentation of the ice cream was so unique. Pretty..."

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"Love this ice cream shop. Quite pricey but worth it for the aesthetics and instagram lol.You can choose what kind of cone you want and there are..."

Rosanne Choy

"A very polite place . The staff was serving free tasters which gave the idea that yes this place is different. There was a polite lady which was our..."

Aggarwalhemant8111

"a nice little treat after an exam! me and my friends went here and thought it was really boujee but worth the money. the best hokey pokey ice cream i..."

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"You just cant go wrong with the ice creams here, they are absolutely delicious☺️ As enticing as it looks, it tastes even better. Its an..."

Nikhita Amin

"Best place for a fancy ice cream! Staff are ways very friendly and are happy to let you try different flavours before purchasing. Always have some..."

Courtney

"This place is amazingggg! Suggested by a friend, we decided to visit it on a wednesday evening. From outside it looked like a small ice cream shop,..."

Shweta Khurmi

"One of the best and creative ice cream shops in New Zealand I reckon. Friendly staff and you get what you pay for! Some said it is over priced but to..."

Sarah Sara

"The best ice cream you can find in town with lots of inventive flavours available. The service is great, with staff being very friendly and..."

Emily Gossen

"It's good how they give you a few testers before buying, prices are a lil steep but the quality of service and product itself is great. Been here a..."

Manoj Patel

"Am a huge fan of Giapo as their unique and crazy flavours definitely cure my sweet tooth cravings. The price can seem unreasonable at first but after..."

Froyo🍦

"Had to wait in line to get our ice cream but it was definitely an experience. Got offered chocolates while waiting and someone took time for us all..."

Auckland Foodie

"Beautiful looking delicious ice creams.An absolute delight to the taste buds😋😋😋Custom-made and plenty time and assistance from the staff to..."

Swati Loomba

"Amazing service! Lovely atmosphere and yummy ice cream! You won’t be disappointed in the quality of hospitality and dessert! Best place to chill..."

Dewi Yuli

"In the mood for indulgence, this is sweet tooth heaven. The flavours a so rich & creamy. Giapo has turned something mundane like eating ice cream..."

Miura Elikana

"Second time eating here as I had to come back and try other flavours! I ordered the avocado and sweet soy gravy and it was delicious! Sweet, salty..."

Hannah.milne11

"Not only unique flavours and innovative designs but fantastic service. This is truly a one of a kind place. Highly recommended and thoroughly..."

Nikki Rowan

"This newly opened Giapo by Britomart takes you to an entirely new level of ice cream goodness.It feels so flash and they really give you a..."

I_like_pickles

"I always wanted to visit this place finally i had the chance to do it let me start my review with the owner of this place he is so welcoming and..."

Rita Senekjian

"Amazing service and impeccable ice creams. The vegan menu was outstanding and my coconut choc chip ice cream was delicious and so beautiful. So..."

Saba Bowden

"Awesome service, they brought around samples of ice cream and biscuits, glasses of water and wipes! Ice creams were gorgeous, great flavours and..."

Janay Tahlia Casas

"Hands down one of the best ice cream dessert experiences I have ever had. Was just in Auckland for a holiday, and this was one of the highlights for..."

Danimurphy23

"Best ice-cream in the world! Amazing experience. The creations and the taste of the ice cream are magnificent. A must go in Auckland and for dessert..."

Mmm

"The staff was so friendly. Actually I just have 9.4 dollars cash coins it was not enough for double flavors and the staffs helped me use the normal..."

Debbie95.yan

"Giapo has always sold fantastic ice cream but their new store also adds outstanding service. This is a whole experience. Each group gets a kind of..."

Eeram

"Looks can be deceiving.. I forgot what they called it but it tasted like fererro Roche married Smores and gave birth to this 😍 super pricey but..."

Ms. Piggy Loves Food

"Great customer service. Friendly and patient staff while we decide what ice cream flavour to order. Awesome designs and gelato flavours. Highly..."

NZ C

"I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place!! Ice cream + theatre, what's not to love!!? Giapo delivers on both quality of food and concept. The ice cream is smooth,..."

Amy

"One of the best ice cream parlour you will find in this world. The presentation of the ice creams served is just outstanding. They work hard wven on..."

Manan Chotmarada

"Expensive but delicious, struggled to finish the doughnut ice cream as it was so huge. Have to try it at least once. The high end boutique approach..."

Kai

"Giapo don't just serve you ice cream. They give you an experience of the amazing world of creativity & indulgence. Their chefs make the humble ice..."

Abdul Wahid Awan

"As an ice cream lover, this was absolutely heaven on earth!! This was not your average ice cream shop... we were taken on an adventure from the..."

Geeny Moon

"I am a chocoholic& a super sweet tooth! Popped in Giapo last night since I craved an ice cream after dinner. It was sweet, creamy, and the nice..."

Jade0289

"although i choose the green tea,but my best love for kiss kiss^-^dark chocolate soooooooo nice～sever always give u lots of taste～love..."

Rico Shao

"One of my favourite desert places in town I love getting the pani puri because it gives yo a good selection of ice cream and is easy to eat the place..."

Aman

"Innovative, creative and very delicious ice creams. Tried their Kiwifruit and Lemon and they’re both refreshing and well-presented. Love these 2..."

888bing888

"Well. What can I say? Super good service. Ice cream is more than amazing. The store is a bit small but if doesn’t stop customers from coming. I..."

Quinn Mai

"I am not an ice cream lover but randomly thought to check out this parlor for macrons . When i entered the shop i found that there are only..."

Vivek

"Very delicious. Though price was a bit higher than expected, and there wasn’t as much ice cream flavours to choose from. The most popular flavour..."

Kwin Dela Torre

"The ice cream here is in the pricier side, but it's definitely worth a try. Friendly staff, awesome flavours. Will definitely visit again. Sowmya..."

Rahul Bannai

"The queues outside this ice cream store should be an indication of how good it is! I was certainly not disappointed at all. You will see the lines..."

Eatwithmyfoodsafari

"These guys are simply the best. I have been here countless times and each time I fall more in love. Their recent move to Gore street has seen a total..."

Alice S

"Expensive yes. Worth it? YES. They gave out tasters whilst we were waiting in line. They were all delicious. It was a hard decision after all the..."

Crumpet King

"Love this place! The new location has improved the store and I'm loving their come designs! The gelato is always delicious and they hand out the..."

Angela

"One of the best thing you can find in Auckland! Auckland worth a visit because of this ice cream (hahhahaha, I am overrated?) Nopeeee the taste is..."

Tika Tiki Taka

"MMMMM I wish I could record my genuine WOW damnit this is amazing eyes! Ñ omg it’s edamame beans topping to my kiwi and coriander sorbet on top of..."

Hope

"A bit cold outside waiting. Wouldn’t recommend staying with your ice creams inside as it gets very busy and you might get knocked over. All in all..."

Karen Faulkner

"Awesome experience at the new store. I much prefer it to the old one due to the extra space. I like that you get to test the flavours before you make..."

Brooke

"GIAPO. The best ice cream in New Zealand.Here are five reasons why I love GIAPO (and why you should try their ice..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"Ambience is nice but always crowded though due to their popularity. Service is excellent, we were served by a lady who was very friendly and..."

Jeffie

"Delicious ice cream really pushing the boundaries on taste, design and texture. When you walk in, a consultant will talk you through the menu..."

Holly Swallow

"Gorgeous selection of desserts, with some classic flavours and also some weird and wacky (but amazingly good) concoctions! Absolutely in love with..."

Winnie Chauchau

"first of all, I love icecream, it is one of my favourite foods in this world. This place serves the most aesthetic gelato decorations ever and..."

Cathy Fan

"After hearing about giapo for the past few years, I finally visited their new location. I fully understand the hype now, with the free samples being..."

Sophie

" This is a must try. They let you taste free samples so you can figure out what you like. They are artists. They create your dessert..."

Daniel

"Exceptional service. From the moment we walked in the staff were super friendly and helpful. We were told how the menu worked and given some samples..."

Justine Barnett

"Very yummy and filling, although a bit too sweet for me. Good for when you're craving ice cream and want to treat yourself. I recommend asking for..."

Gracia

"This was so delicious. The staff were so helpful picking the best flavours and cones. Even on a rainy night it was worth it. I can't wait to go..."

Jammie-Lea Wilson

"Best Gelato in Town. Proud Aucklander here. They got unique design and authentic flavour. I've been here for like 7-8 times already. :)..."

EAT Girl 👑

"Been here a few times and service has always been top notch. Giapo seems to always be busy with people queuing out the door but staff don't look too..."

Ming

"Absolutely delicious ice cream, although it is sooooo rich, share with a friend! Also if you love all that is good and pure, get a vegan donut on top..."

Mary Vegan Poppins

"Not my jam. But that's just me personally... I'm not too crazy for sweets but this stuff is good so I definitely recommend for a special treat. Staff..."

Manu

"Read a lot about Giapo since I moved in at Auckland and since always wanted to visit. Finally, this afternoon, grabbed a friend and made a visit. And..."

Aayushi Kothari

"This is my favourite ice-cream shop in Auckland. I thought it was closed, but the shop reopened at Gore St. The new shop was clean and crowded. you..."

Alex

"I love how they take time into the details of every ice cream that they serve to give people the best insta worthy photo. Although they provide you..."

Clairine Baharrizki

"The ice cream here is pricy but it's is worth it. The avocado one tastes funny but then it's avocado. You can't really go wrong with any of the..."

Dxlche

"This ice cream place is on the pricier side but it has a different concept and definitely worth trying. I tried their chocolate waffle cone since I..."

Wapatino

"I'll try to add something special to these reviews but I don't know if that's possible after so many great ones already.Giapo blew us away,..."

The Cheesy Ravioli

"I visited this place last week with my girlfriend to check out the 'much talked about" ice-creams, and I was bowled over by this place. I am not much..."

Gurudatta Vishwasrao

"Their flavours are so unique and sometimes questionable combinations but they are always incredible. Only go if you are not in a rush to get anywhere..."

Veronica Te

"Amazing ice cream and flavour choices. Great place to go in britomart for a quick sweet fix after dinner. Staff are friendly and the environment is..."

Jessica Thomson

"I love this place. A bit on the pricier side for gelato, but they are so creative with their ice creams it's worth the price. They also taste really..."

Sid

"Went here for an ice cream I had a cone with double chocolate ice cream it was next level great,almost the best ice cream I ever had tried 2-3..."

Heidi M

"Love love love the new space Giapo has taken over in gore st ! This place is definitely a go to when in town for dessert ! Still as delicious and it..."

Sarah Leakey

"Love Giapo ❤️❤️❤️ very innovative ice cream store, a must visit if you are visiting New Zealand, the flavours change and although a..."

Tt_akl

"So so good. Very good service from the staff too who were very patient with letting customers try flavours and explaining what each were and offering..."

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"I was so excited to check out their new location in Britomart! A lot more roomy, with more places for people to sit and enjoy their gelato. Their..."

Anna Wei

"Very belated review. First time I visited after 6-7 years, the store has changed a lot since it was first on Queen street! (In a positive way)..."

Amy Peng

"THE BEST ICE CREAM I HAVE EVER TASTED - GIAPO AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND The Ice Cream served at Giapo is truly awesome. Giapo's..."

Vikram Karve

"Visited the Queen Street store. Nice little treat on cheat day. Chose the Siamu Popo (Samoan Caramel) vegan option, came dunked in choc sauce, rice..."

Chomnomnom

"Giapo est un excellent resturanté pour le dessert, la glace est servie rapidement. Mon hôte Sandy a été utile et bien informé et m'a offert..."

Dean

"This review of mine is from my last 2 visits to the new outlate at Gore st.Giapo is a craze even the ice creams here are grand in taste and in..."

Suchandra Saha

"Came here after a lovely Britomart Dinner at Amano. Loving the new setup.Managed to meet the Owner and the Chef, such an inviting..."

Coz I Can

"“Best ice cream experience in Auckland - dairy free too!”There is the best place to get a fancy ice cream experience. What I liked most..."

Elaine Bozza

"I've been here 2 times now (once when it was on queenstreet and back again when it relocated to britomart) ~ The lines are also quite big here (due..."

Nisarag Bhatt

"Best ice cream in Auckland! Great concepts flavours and presentation. I really enjoyed when GIAPO was on queen street had a better vibe and easier to..."

Claude VanDamm

"Such a treat going here, never disappointed with their unique creations, this was Nutella inside with a chocolate shell coated in a gold edible spray..."

Nikita Rowe Walker

"This 5/5 is for the best customer service I have ever received. So I came in on Tuesday with a friend, and I ordered the Manukua Honey Smoked Peanut..."

Ashleigh Michelle

"It's not just an ice cream shop, it's an experience. Like the new shop at britomart so spacious. Ice creams as usual excellent and worth the money...."

Maz S

"The best place for ice cream in Auckland! 100% recommend! Service is great. Every flavour is delicious but I can never look past the afghan ice..."

Natalie Bell

"The menu is great, the wait time is bit more than expected, but it's worth. The taste is awesome, and I think each time I visit this place, I can..."

Ankur Mishra

"Not on britomart anymore, but in a bigger store. Pros:Holy shit great ice cream. Friend got the avocado and I got the vegan coconut..."

Rose

"I. LOVE. GIAPO!!!! I had a mini heart attack when I found out they were closing the Queen St store, BUT SIGHED WITH RELIEF WHEN I READ THEY WERE..."

Oksana Zhang

"Such an amazing experience everytime you go to Giapo, you get the background story and get to try the most popular flavors and any others you want...."

Tips

"Giapo is fantastic, but if you stick with boring chocolate you're doing it wrong. The Tiramisu, Apple Tart Tatin, Afghan, and Hokey Pokey are all..."

Yort

"Their gelatos though, so rich in texture. With that orgasmic feel of flavour when you're eating it soooool good. Only been here once last year and..."

Tavita Milford

"Taste good. But not very ordered, too crowded, menu not well-classified. The visitors and first time goers may be confused by how they make..."

Tanz

"When me and my partner walked past this place to try it out. The line was out the door and onto the pavement. We were so excited to try it and was..."

Michelle S

"If you're in Auckland, this is a must-go place!! Really unique ice cream flavours and you won't leave hungry. I had the strawberry and cream, and it..."

Daisy Smith

"Customer service is excellent, they're all very friendly and allow u to try the flavours u want. The ice cream was a little too sweet for..."

Danena Wu

"The best place in Auckland for ice cream. Their specialty is that they serve you handcrafted ice creams. Seeing the way they do the preparations..."

Arushi Thapar

"Always a line way out the door, no matter if it's midday or late at night. Winter or summer. This is a must try place if your in the Auckland CBD...."

Jessica

"I was afraid, cause i've never been here and i couldn't see the flavours, but the cashier was so kind and she explain us everything, first asking if..."

Camila Andrea Torres Barros

"If you've never been to Giapo you really need to visit. It's a tiny shop on Queen St but everything about what they do is fantastic right from the..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"It was my first visit to the new shop on Gore Street. I wasn't sure what I was expecting but it sure wasn't like the Queen street shop.You..."

Benedict Uy

"yorkshire pudding is my favourite. crumchy and comforting. Graham cookies too hard to bite. toasted hazelnuts always the best toppings for sweet..."

Poppingcandy

"Great ice cream and service but a little bit overpriced in my opinion. Would love to come in here again and try more flavours. I ordered the..."

Eggster Eats

"I don't even think I need to write anything, just look at the pictures and decide for yourself if this is not the most amazing decadent gelato in..."

EATINGUPAKL On Instagram

"What should I say hmmm best ice cream in Auckland? It's more than that- not just the great fresh favours but also the brilliant service and artistic..."

Christian

"What have I been missing out on! First time trying Giapo and it wont be the last. The experience alone upon entering was amazing. The server was..."

Denz

"Apart from the long lines... Love this place! Guttered I didn't get a chance to try their donut ice cream though as it was only on offer for 3 days....."

Couple Of Cheap Westies

"These ice creams are worth waiting in the cues for. Hands down the best gelato in Auckland! Love the authentic flavours and skilful decoration. Could..."

Eden Wood

"This is kind of boutique ice cream parlour with some delicious flavours and combinations.Size is massive and 2 people can easily share.They..."

Vikram.vij

"Giapo is a work of art and a great sensory experience if you’re in Auckland city. Upon arrival, we got to sample some hot chocolate (basically just..."

Caroline Barrett

"It's taste so good! And usually can't decide to taste which favor of the ice cream! And it's too big to one person eat, good to share with..."

Spencer Zhan

"When I first went to Giapo, I tried Giapo Buono and absolutely loved it! Caramel & hazlenut pralines ice cream coated with amaretti biscuits, torched..."

Chelsea

"I've never met anybody who hasn't enjoyed Giapo, and it's not difficult to see why. Delectable gelatos, novel concept, and absolutely fantastic..."

Cheapster

"These ice creams are the best I've had in NZ. Many flavours to choose from, and really good quality ingredients. A bit pricey, but well worth..."

Imperius Malekith

"The best artisan gelato ever exist. The place where i never regret wasting my calories. Handmade gelato with the best flavors! They literally make..."

Fransisca Fiona

"this is not an ice-cream... this is an event!awesome and authentic gelato place where you get to try as many flavors as you like and you..."

Max Freemynd

"This place is amazing. If you have a big sweet tooth I would definitely recommend them. I found that the KISS was too sweet but still amazing. The..."

Chloe Jones

"Another to stop and have it place in Auckland, very well located on the most happening queen street serving one ice creams in the most amazing..."

Chef Sarvadaman Varshney

"I went with a bunch of friends on friday night. It was freezing cold but it was still packed. We waited in the queue for about 10 mins but once..."

Lisa Pearson

"Really like this place, so different with their decorative cones, and the odd toppings that perfectly fight the gelato choice! Just such a small shop..."

Daly

"Went here the day after I arrived at Auckland. I loved the fact that they actually interact with you so you'll find the one you really like. I didnt..."

Ellynn

"This is place is honestly amazing! It's so artistic! Their ice cream is a cross between art and gastronomy 👍 I normally get the Giapo buono but I..."

Jessica Li

"Love coming here with friends, lots of choices, really super friendly staff and the Gelato tastes great. Place is always packed and it's completely..."

Ryan Wong

"Honestly the BEST GELATO I have tasted! Definately 5 stars for the overall experience. Went here for the first time with some friends and..."

Jeanelle Isidro

"Is a super cool creative place where you can customise your food however I'm not convinced that the actual ice cream was worth the price. It has..."

Samantha Brown

"After 9 days on a cruise ship, we desperately ventured out to find a change in cuisine and this was possibly the best choice we made!. Wendy’s..."

Ningjaeats

"The best ice cream I have ever tasted! It was worth the line and the crowd inside the gelato shop. I ordered 'Christchurch Hazelnut' and it tasted..."

Miss Terry Foodie

"Pretty pricy but quite worth it. I'm lactose intolerant, therefore, it is quite difficult for me to have desserts in large quantities especially..."

M

"Went to Giapo last night and it was an amazing experience. I had seen the prices before I went there and had thought that the ice creams with the..."

Jess Kingi

"🍨Ice cream • Gelato • Sorbet🍨🍓🍋🍑🌿Auckland famous "fashionable and artistic" gelato shop😊 Located just by the..."

Mariko Sakurai

"So expensive ! Yet so good I don't think I would go back here regularly but I def recommend ! I had the chocolate hazelnut but cup with hazelnut..."

Michelle

"Best ice-cream I've ever had.. tops every ice cream ice ever tried.. Christchurch hazelnut is the best seller but with the cone.. even though I had..."

Shehan Irundika

"The long queue might be due to the endless tasting of the mysterious flavoured ice creams. Most staffs were bright and active, the service was not..."

Lisa Kim

"It was the best ice cream I've ever tried. That place is always crowded and busy whatever the time is. But it definitely worth to stay a bit in the..."

Alina Mansuevna

"GIAPO wow! amazing great place nice and friendly and so helpful always had a big smile great flavours amazing presentation all around great vibes..."

Amanda Vera-lee Sanson

"Wow! My first time visiting was fantastic! The girl who served me was very helpful and gave us a couple of tasters before we decided on the vegan..."

Veganista

"Reading reviews the hilarious thing that strikes me is how everyone complains how expensive Giapo is ($10 a scoop) yet just round the corner Hula Cat..."

Wildpantry

"I went here after a dinner date and the ice cream was amazing I got a coconut ice cream in the cup as I didn't think I could eat a whole cone. All in..."

Aroha Kay

"Feeling it's amazing at the first taste. But, really too sweet!!! Can't image the how much sugar I will take in after having one scoop. Anyway, nice..."

Wang Xiaorui

"The first time to visit there was around 4 years ago, it's a free single scoop from Mr. Dotcom's sweet treatment. Today I visited there again and..."

Michelle Hwang

"ive tried a few flavours (a sorbet-y one and another i dont remember; this was a few years ago, ok… i have a bad memory) but i return for the..."

K

"I can't even describe how insane this gelato was. Nothing I've ever had has compared to it! I ordered a deluxe chocolate cone with 2 scoops. The..."

Simmo

"Love it here! When you walk in you are always greeted by such lovely staff & allowed to sample the flavours before you buy. Having a few delicious..."

S.M

"I'm not exactly the person you'd go to for ice cream advice, but I'm reviewing the place anyway. They've got good ice cream is all I can say. Thought..."

Grubking

"Paid a visit to this outlet located at Queen Street. Beautiful decor. Wonderful ambience but the crowd was huge. Did not get a place to sit...."

Sourav Saha

"I highly recommend this place to Ice-cream lovers. Instead of saying Hand-made ice-creams "Hand Crafted" ice-creams will be an Apt word for..."

Malapati36

"Not your ordinary ice cream... Uniquely well presented ice cream and an instagram worthy... Love the flavours as well... Highly recommended......"

Joan Cecille De Guzman-Lomibao

"I decided to brave the crowds for Giapo to see for myself what all the fuss was about. Overall a good experience, very friendly staff and amazing ice..."

Fleur Cerecke

"A trip to this place is a meal within itself; especially if you have two scoops. Whilst the ice cream flavours are to die for, the wow factor comes..."

Jessica Donovan

"After seeing many photos on Instagram I had to try this place for myself! There was about a 15-20minute wait inline, but they would come out with..."

Shell

"I always have a great experience with Giapo. They make each visit personalised and have staff that are so lovely and attentive, getting you to try..."

Sophia O-W

"Giapo is creative, beautiful and unique. By bringing together flavours from every corners of NZ, Giapo propels ice-creams to the next level. You are..."

Linh 💛

"One of the most popular ice cream shops in Auckland. You can see lots of fancy cones when u walk in this store. The staff make amazing ice cream...."

Flora

"I scream for an ice cream. A must visit place for ice cream lovers like me. Not only you will get mouth watering flavours, you will also be..."

Preal Gandhi

"My absolute favourite place to get dessert, just when I think I'm done with giapo I want it again, if you're a chocolate fan I highly recommend the..."

Rhegan Smith

"One of the best..or probably the best boutique ice cream parlor in Auckland. I come here once a month and invariably every time there are new flavors..."

Hemant Kaushal

"Experience consuming gelato in a different way. It won't only satisfy your taste bud but also your eyes as well. Very well presented. Price worthy..."

Joselle Anne Jurilla

"Unbeatable. After traveling the nation and some of the world, looking for the best ice-cream; eating a new flavour and looking for a new outlet each..."

Glenn Anthony'Michael Rangitakaroa McConnell

"We've been wanting to try Giapo for ages now, so with only a few weeks left in Auckland we thought we'd venture here after lunch nearby. The service..."

Sam Papworth

"I Love this place! Always new and exciting flavours to try. Excellent service. Attention to detail in everything. Best gelato in Auckland...."

James T. Raukete

"An awesome ice cream parlour visited with my friends on Queen Street. It seems to be an icon of its own. Though a very small place, yet an unique..."

Prosenjit Chatterjee

"Some local friends were quite insistent that I visit this premier ice-cream parlour. It was an ice-cream experience like no other. We were given a..."

Lubbly Jubbly

"I've been frequenting Giapo since its early days. I never leave this place disappointed. It's staff remain friendly and efficient and the gelato is..."

Ash

"You might feel a little bit shocked about the prices, but its definitely delicious.Giapo has a small but tasty variety of ice creams. Once..."

Diogo Reck

"Just crossing by the CBD street, I saw a huge crowd strangled at a small counter. And I couldn't stop myself stepping in it. One of the staff member,..."

Sunakshi Chaudhary

"Fast and friendly service as soon as you walk in the door! Found the size of the place plus the busyness a little over whelming. I liked how they..."

Mikayla Plaziuk

"I really do enjoy this place but it is super pricy it is nice to try once but I wouldn't go back it's just really pretty but other than that, that's..."

Judy Chhy

"What can I sayIt's very pricey but the moment you take your first mouthful your wallet won't regret Very exciting flavours- found an..."

Thegreeats

"Always a pleasure! Never here often enough, worth the wait; and the flavours always remind me of why its worth the drive😊😊 love the use of..."

Hanan

"I really like how they advertise their ice cream by the taste instead of how it looks like. This place never lets me down. I highly recommend this..."

Liaxo

"Oh dear god! My daughter and I went for dessert last night and it was the perfect choice. So decadent! The girl that served us was wonderful! I can't..."

Saffron Clark

"This ice-cream parlour is a hidden gem amongst the busy main strip in the heart of the city. Although this place isn't huge, the flavour selection on..."

HJ

"Look, I could tell you all about the amazing flavours I have eaten here (Afghan Cookies, Chocolate Evolution, etc), but save the time and head there..."

Lyle

"It's an ice cream parlour with a point of difference isn't it. The mini induction to the delights that await. The array of cleverly decorated cones...."

Sungsam7

"Giapo is one of my favourite experiences in Auckland. Something distinctive is how they don't let you see the ice creams so instead, they give you..."

Cecilia Paredes

"By far the best ice cream I've ever had. The staff is so friendly and the service is impeccable. I got offered some water while I waited for my ice..."

Ashlene Cheryl Cardoza

"I love Giapo! I can't miss it when I'm in town! My favourite is the giapo benuo, followed by afghan and chch hazlenut! so yummy and delish! hits the..."

Stef

"Had their ice cream yesterday for the first time with my wife. Customer service was very very good. Awesome taste and lookings. Did not try deluxe..."

Polash Shariful Hasan

"Dont waste your money on the deluxe versions!! The chocolate cup was too much after the ice cream, i barely ate half. The staff make the regular..."

Food Adventures With AnnaJ

"Legendary! They have a menu of ice creams which Keeps getting reinvented with limited time specials. An experience worth every cent spent. Their..."

Jyothi Madanlal Chhabria

"The best ice cream shop over the country!With creative style and flavours, this ice cream will take you to another world..."

IMoha89

"Giapo needs to be tried more than once! On my first visit I felt confused because i didn't know what I was getting until I got it other..."

Patsy McIntosh

"Wow wow wow! The worlds most fanciest and delicious gelato sold here! The staff have the patience of a saint and memory of an elephant, describing..."

Emily Devine

"As we are approaching the season of summer, I believe Giapo is a 'must visit' spot for all ice cream lovers out there! Indeed the prices are quite..."

Mat

"Had Giapo Bueno and Christchurch Hazelnut. Gelato was really good. Toppings were very creative and tasted very good. Was not overly sweet. Service..."

A_2d_k

"It may take some time to read the two hundred plus reviews on giapo ...but it only took us a few minutes to demolish this yummy morsel..(see..."

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"Took a break from Diwali Festival and tried Tiramisu and double flavour of peanut slab & macadamia and avocado flavour. LOVED THE avocado ice cream,..."

Sukriti Bhatnagar

"Without fail, a queue of people is consistently lined up in front of Giapo at any time of the day but Giapo does make this experience a comfortable..."

Kellie Lee

"Amazing place for gourmet icecream!! You choose your icecream flavour and then the staff decorate it for you and it becomes a dessert masterpiece!..."

KJ Eats

"Lived up to the hype! Would recommend the Christchurch hazelnut and Tiramisu for first timers who are undecided and torn on what to get. It is quite..."

Mnie579

"If you crave really good ice cream, Giapo is the place to go. This place provides the best ice cream you can ever get. Their ice creams are made..."

Marggie Pascua

"Finally, after years of drooling over so many pictures on Instagram, I went to Giapo! It was about time! We came here after dinner one night, and it..."

Gemma

"best customer service nice friendly staff and best ice-cream ever!! totally would love to come back this prices are a bit high than usual but totally..."

Rose

"This place is the best. When it comes to gelato there is no equal. Made fresh every day from the very best ingredients available. Made with passion..."

Paul Evans

"Giapo is to Auckland what Honeydukes is to Hogsmeade - watching a gelato masterpiece being conjured in front of my very eyes is a mesmerising and..."

Ashlee Adams

"I wonder if this is just nostalgia speaking, but each time I have visited Giapo recently I've found myself wishing for the old Giapo to return..."

Kiwi Foodie

"Undoubtedly the most coveted ice-cream in Auckland, Giapo is THEE place to go for a ‘treat yourself’ kind of dessert. The staff are passionate..."

Helena Chen

"I love love love this place. Have been many times since they first opened and it has only gotten better!Auckland really needs more places like..."

Miss Kiki

"Literally one of the BEST icecream i have ever had!!! Even though the wait can be a bit long but its definitely worth it! We were offered to..."

Liana Li

"This place is a tourist attracting. I can't deny they offer one of the best gelatos I've tried. They are creative and and they keep coming up with..."

Angela (A Style Collector)

"Amazing place for delicious ice creams. I love it... Would definitely suggest to give it a try. It's worth.Though this place is always busy..."

Marlene

"Giapo... WOW! This place is next level... definitely set aside at least half an hour to go in and enjoy the experience. It's so much more than just..."

Stephanie Tidey

"The staff are friendly because it's our first time there they explained to us how they will make the garnish for the ice cream and they let us tasted..."

Chay P Rosales

"One of my favorite places on earth, always busy and full of people. Wowed by the efforts that they put in to decorate ice creams. Loved the tiramisu..."

LuciferTSN

"Honestly best icecream! Flavours that seem a bit weird are perfectly executed! I tried avocado today. The girls are super friendly and prepare the..."

Ana Em VP

"I honestly can not rave about this place enough! The whole concept is simply amazing. No matter how many flavours I try I still keep going for the..."

Simone Halstead

"Giapo is simply an Auckland institution. Famous for it's delicious Gelato and in addition the wonderfully designed little frozen masterpieces. But..."

Josh Law

"Very nice ice cream place in the CBD. It is a very small place; busy and crowded. Unique selling method, wherein ice creams are placed behind the..."

#1

"Visiting this place for the last three years plus... One of the best gelatos in town... Consistency and innovative... Tiramisu is the best though....."

Kiran Kanchan

"Their ice creams are creative. Their staff will decorate the ice cream for you. It's not just about eating ice cream . It's a experience of watching..."

Zoe Huang

"Very nice ice cream. Patient and helpful staff. It had a long line, but s man was offering flakes and water to waiting people, which was so nice. The..."

Lily

"Giapo is a must do when in auckland! You can tell its a well heard of place amd almost like a tourist attraction! The que is constantly big! I went..."

Stacey Jane Rainbow

"Having tried gelato in many parts of the world. Giapo really is my favorite. I haven't found any in Italy that is up to their standard. Taste and..."

Miss2thfairy

"Everytime I walk past this place there's always a huge crowd. Decided to try and yes the way the staff make those Gelatos is an art. We tried few..."

Aucklandfoodlover

"Made a rookie mistake and forgot to leave room for dessert, so it was a struggle to finish this delectable concoction. An avocado ice cream in a cone..."

Auckland Foodie

"Loved my ice cream..... we went there after a show at the civic on saturday..... could not believe the line that was behind us.... but will..."

Tam Justine Brand

"Will never be tired to stop by and get amazing ice creams from that place. Considering the quality of their delicious ice cream the price is really..."

Ines

"Just recently went back in here after mooonths! A lotta changes including the new range of flavours, although its still on the pricey end, their..."

FoodieOodie95

"There is just no place like Giapo. The craft, creativity and focus on experience is second to none in the category. Giapo contributes to the new..."

Lara Custance

"Always busy. Always good. A tonne of varieties to choose from a really nice way to cap off a date night with the lady or enjoy a summer stroll down..."

Vincent Warner

"I always heard a lot of my friends talking about Giapo so I decided to try it one day. Although I couldn't see what the ice cream looked like the..."

Mari Flores

"Fantastic place! Amazing ice cream, I loved being able to test each flavour based just on taste and not appearance. Presentation of my picked choice..."

Michaela Da Silva

"They don't serve gelato, but the serve a fantasy along with gelato. Never been to any such place in my life a dream land of gelato. Pretty ladies..."

Miara

"Such a lovely experience to come here. From the perfect ice cream right down to the amazing customer service, Giapo is a must visit dessert place!..."

Rebecca

"I absolutely love giapo! Quality ice cream that is to die for. The presentation with the toppings on every ice cream they make is so good and tastes..."

Lenka Veza

"This ice cream is next level. Nothing like I've ever tasted before. Amazing flavours and presentation. I like how you can try multiple flavours..."

Samantha

"Absolute deliciousness!!!! On a serious note this ice cream parlor is outstanding for their unique complimenting flavours on offer, had the dense..."

Nik Sio

"Giapo is the place to go for ice cream. Elite is the word that comes to mind when I think of Giapo. The flavors are ever changing which is quite..."

Monique Porteous

"Holy mother, put this place on your bucket list people cause it's as close to perfection as its gonna get. The service is out of this world, free..."

Laura Ransome

"Everytime I walk pass this place, it's always super busy!! but today (Sat around 1pm) there was no line so I gave it a try ;)The service..."

Tanz

"Love love love this place. The gilato is amazing and they are always coming up with new and amazing flavors. My only gripe is that it is in town..."

Maria Foy

"Absolute BEST gelato I have ever had! And that is even comparing gelato I've had before I became vegan! I can't believe they can make vegan flavor..."

Alanna Chloe Grossman

"Visited tonight, was a bit of a queue out the door but defo worth the wait, the staff are lovely & let you try flavours & tell you about them which..."

Sarah S

"BEST ICE CREAM EVER. Tonight's decision to get ice cream after a work event was the best decision of my life. The line was out the door though!..."

Sheena

"Quality ice cream, very indulgent and rich. Always busy so come here expecting a bit of a wait. Lots of classic flavours like hokey pokey as well as..."

Ryan

"Giapo is amazing!! But make sure you head here early to not be disappointed when flavours sell out! Giapo Bono is served uber pretty with toasted..."

Paris

"Truly the best Ice cream place in town along with being the most delicious ice cream I have ever tasted and constantly always make the effort to..."

Laura Caddick

"Hands down the best ice cream place around! It's a tourist attraction in its own right. Every ice cream has been artfully created to be so beautiful..."

Anna Harding

"Finally got round to trying Giapo and understand why there's always a queue! Amazing - despite being busy, service was amazing and the staff..."

Emily Pavey

"The best ice cream and brilliant service! Honestly the best indulgence, my only complaint is it's often busy so you may have to wait a little to get..."

Victoria

"The lively engaging and customer focused Â staff member Â of Giapo we were so fortunate to meet at the Gelateria - and she is from Sicily...."

Kevin Yong

"Best gelato ever. I had the Giapo Buono which the person working there recommended and it definitely lived up to its expectation. They decorate each..."

Fanta

"The best gelato place ever! Was close to my school, so hihihihi yeah when i'm feeling down and blue........ Giapo's gonna help me through..."

Kristi Tansilia

"This is one of the most famous ice cream on the city. The ice creams here are in general very rich in flavour and really fancy. The service is really..."

Eduardo Dias

"Whenever I have a gelato craving, I go to Giapo because my gelato tastes evolved and currently involve artsy styling (as taught by them). Nothing..."

Jaya

"Absolutely wonderful! A tad pricey but perfect for deserts to share. Love the unique flavours and presentation that they put into their gelato..."

Pamela Chia

"Giapo defiantly has NEw Zealand's best gelato was a regular back in my Uni days when the shop was purple, but I make the occasional visit whenever in..."

Dessert Lover

"My first experience there was wonderful! Although there was a massive queue on the Friday night, a staff kept coming to offer us water and samples,..."

Tian Tian Zhang

"FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Yes, my friends were correct. The gelato here is the best! I've eaten gelato in Italy and Giapo's is truly on par. The actual..."

Andrew @anjeats

"What a fantastic way to end dinner, We shared 2 cups, cup 1 had Afghan cookies and Hokey Pokey and our 2nd cup had Christchurch Hazelnut and Giapo..."

Vitale Eti

"The gelato in Italy has nothing on Giapo! From their kiwi inspired creations to the classic Ol' hokey pokey, I have never had such an incredible ice..."

Tash Rawlinson

"Oh my god! Giapo is not only the best ice-cream in Auckland but the best ice-cream i have ever had! Get the giapo buono flavor you won't it. The..."

Andrea Hrisenkova

"I have visited Giapo quite a few times over the past few years and it’s definitely turned into another whole experience lately. As you enter the..."

Jess Pendergrast

"Giapo has a buoyant and luxurious ambience.The store itself engulfs you in black and gold; an the theatrics of the gelato being made at the..."

Brenda Phu

"Good experience, had fun . Was amazing.. Will return back. Environment was very good . Love the friendly staff .. Sometimes too sweet is too good...."

Samanthalove

"A great gelato/ice creams that are made with details in mind. The staff are welcoming and the brownies which they give to you when u are lining up is..."

Nicole Mae Flores

"Welcoming, wonderful and wow in flavours and presentation! As someone remarked, "When you have a Giapo ice cream, you just won't know where to..."

Kevin Yong

"I'm a huge gelato fan - arguably, I've had some of the best in the world. For me the gelato trade comes to a point where all good gelato-masters are..."

Gentlepig

"This place is pretty much impossible to miss if you're a regular to Auckland CBD. One of the 'must visit' locations in Auckland and for good reasons...."

FOODFANATICJIMMY

"Giapo presents a unique array of delectable flavours in the form of velvety, creamy ice creams and sorbets. Each comes intricately decorated with a..."

Georgia Dobbs

"Visited a week ago, was a large line at the door however my partner and I were given samples of hot chocolate to try while waiting. We were offered..."

Billie Cole

"I got some fabulous ice cream tonight ! Yeah :) both are common cups of Giapo buono the most delicious flavor ! They're worth to try once on my..."

Nk Zeng

"My second time at Giapo, but at a different location. Service was just as good. The style of running was still the same - queued to be individually..."

STRADS

"Sometimes you pick up your Giapo ice cream and you just don't know where to start!There are a few things that always need to be known for all ye..."

Kale Oil

"Recommended ice cream parlour in Auckland! Do not leave Auckland before trying the ice cream here. I came here on my birthday and..."

Katharina Wulandari

"Was slightly on the more expensive side in my opinion, but definitely worth it! Very busy when we went there in the afternoon but overall very good..."

Florence Lai

"Absolutely the best gelato in auckaland. I go there whenevr I see no crowd (line) outside which is very rare. Even in peak winter people/tourists go..."

I'm Hungry

"Their deserts look like works of art...who thought ice cream could look so good! Taste wise very sweet and over the top. Quite pricey though for..."

Aisling Ní Dhochartaigh

"I love Gelato and now Giapo! This place lives up to its hype! We had to wait in line for about 25 minutes but it was worth the wait. If you're in the..."

Kea Helg

"By far my favourite ice cream place in New Zealand! It is a bit on the pricey side by completely worth it! The downside is I find myself craving..."

Melissa Chai

"I'm a huge gelato person, so when my friend said he'd take me to Giapo while I was in Auckland I was totally keen. Did not disappoint! Yes, it's a..."

Lulacorn

"This gelato parlour is out of this world! Through my many travels, i have never been to an ice cream parlour this interesting. The staff are..."

Janice Chan

"Worth every dollar. Well, most of the time. I have tried two flavours so far that I didn't like. This made me a bit apprehensive in trying out new..."

Gianina Castro

"The best gelato I ever have in Auckland! Be prepared for long queue especially during evening, weekend and holiday! I love their way of..."

Cindy Ong

"Giapo is an absolute spectacle the menu reads the flavour of ice cream but while you wait you see these magical looking ice cream treats pass over..."

Ollycooking.com

"Loved Giapo! They really turn your ice cream into a master piece :-P Awesome flavours and so many options to choose from. Felt like an excited little..."

Cararmel Queen

"Offers a curated ice cream tasting experience.The selection of ice creams are out of sight to heighten taste and olfactory senses. The..."

Hungusmcfatty

"Loved the ice cream here. Rather expensive but so beautiful the mixture of flavours is excellent. I had the dark chocolate which had gold flakes and..."

Tash

"As far as ice cream goes Giapo is pretty pricey. But if you are willing to flock out the dollars they are really worth it. They offer free samples..."

Khoa Le

"The BEST ice cream I've ever eat in Auckland! You have to meet this excellent place to take this unique ice cream with fabulous designed cone. A bit..."

Acuario MI

"If there is ONE place you have to visit when you're in Auckland City... It's GIAPO!!!!! ONE WORD: PERFECTION! Fireworks in my mouth with each..."

WeiTing Ashley Shyu

"Ice cream did taste pretty good but it didn't live up to the raving reviews my friends give it. The queue wasn't too long but I started to grow a..."

Eva Zhu

"My only complaint is Giapo's city location. I don't venture into the CBD very often, so I can't have the delicious treats on offer at Giapo very..."

Andi Jandal

"Excellent decor and store service! I appreciate the sales assistant's detailed and patient intro! Nice gelato and fab presentation! But authentic..."

Elise Tan

"Best gelato I've had, unique flavours and artistic decoration, nothing else compares. Just a little pricey and is often quite packed as it is very..."

Jeremy Koh

"The peanut slab flavour is my fav!! You have to wait a bit longer when ordering this flavour- this allows the outer chocolate layer to rest so they..."

Don's Food Fiesta

"best icecreams in auckland!!! if your in town stop here.. park under IMAX and yes your most likely to wait in line for 20 minutes but the wait is..."

Grace Sifa

"The long never ending queues in front of this place should have given me a clue there was something special about their ice cream. Not to..."

Parik Andhare

"What amazing Ice Cream Desert place! If your looking to impress with desert this place could be it for you!The Service:Great Service,..."

Kenji

"One word：amazing. As a fan of mocha，the mocha cone brought a snap effect to me and absolutely satisfied my craving for mocha. The gelota makers..."

Super(･_･;Phoebe

"No doubt, this is the best ice cream shop. The handmade and well crafted ice cream tastes uniquely delicious. Every time I visit the shop, I am..."

Ameri Lim

"If you are looking for something out of the ordinary for dessert this is the place to go! Ice creams are chosen by first taste testing which ensures..."

Foodiesfeast

"Giapo is ice cream but in a way you have never seen it before. I am a massive ice cream fan and I love that each one at Giapo is a piece of art. When..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Went to Giapo the first time and the staff were lovely when we were asking about the different flavours also letting us taste a few. I ended up..."

Becca Callaghan

"One word for this ice cream outlet is more than adequate..it is more than amazing.i have never eat this much tasty ice cream..i ate afghans and hokey..."

Mohit Gupta

"Awwwsssomeee!!!!..."

Ane Port

"Amazing!! Suggest you get the chefs degustation as you get 5 of the flavours which are to die for!! There deluxe ice cream wafer cones look..."

TopDeckTwin

"Absolutely decadent... so good.. This handmade gelato ice cream was worth every calorie, with each flavour very rich and tasty and the staff let me..."

Synne Ng

"Is world renowned for a reason. 10/10 although on the pricier side it is most defiantly worth it. Salted caramel is the best ? would highly recommend..."

Chris Fox

"Had raspberry and lemon ice cream. Both taste very good and I was wondering about that black seeds around it. I loved their service because they..."

Vangirl

"Just as beautiful as the presentation :-) I used to be a die-hard fan of their Pistachio ice cream (however, I could probably be considered a..."

Tami T

"I try that few days before with my friend, its lots people there, but the sales also patient to explain their icecream. And will be decorated as..."

Monique Liao

"Always excited to go to Giapo. Always interested to see the flavors they have there. And how they decorate. The interior is stunning and the staff..."

Littleshadow

"Been here twice.. worth the wait... A bit expensive but awesome service and their ice creams are just so unique.. the way they decorate the ice..."

Elakiya Suresh

"Amazing ice creams!!! Never had anything like this before... the presentation ws so good that u just cant resist to eat... i had hokey pokey n..."

Mitali Mohan

"Giapo's ice cream won't ever really let you down. I didn't like their new layout when I went last time however where they wouldn't allow the customer..."

Lisa

"I've been longing to come here for so long and I love everything! The service, the interior, the quality of food, the aesthetics, the colours,..."

Maria

"Had my first visit here with a friend. We were able to test taste all available flavours. There were all delicious and interesting! Also we..."

Rachel

"Bit pricey, but awesome, beautiful and delicious ice cream! Had matcha, pistachio and berry flavour. Absolutely delicous and a candy to the eyes as..."

Smoothie Oeek

"The attached photo doesn't do this place justice. Many have posted decent photos and you really need to see the creations with your own..."

Muffin Mum

"what a tasty gelato! unique flavour combinations. lovely little place that's mostly crowded. i tried the green tea gelato and it was..."

Tiwul

"What could be so great about gelato you might ask? Well the quality of giapo's product is amazing, but, their presentation of each of them being..."

Rhys Armstrong

"The best ice cream, gelato and sorbet you'll come across on the planet. Honestly, you haven't lived until you've dined at Giapo's! Their flavours are..."

Corrine

"Love the range of ice creams available. Very hard choices to make though. Pretty pricy for the amount of icecream given for a small tub. Very rich..."

Tan.ned

"Giapo is a really yummy gelato place. It definitely has improved over the 3 years since the first time I tried Giapo. The flavours are really good,..."

Thefoodloverrr

"Great ice cream, so many fantastic flavours to choose from. Many novel and new flavours appear regularly and they usually are amazing Location..."

NZSteve

"Part from coffee, I spend a lot of money on Giapo ice cream and it is probably one of the best ice creams I've ever tasted. Definetly the most..."

Marjolein Drenth

"Giapo may be a little bit pricey, but it's definitely worth the money, especially when they pile on toppings that always compliment the flavour of..."

Jenny Cao

"Yes This will be another review raving about this place. Great tasting ice cream. So artistically present. Served with a smile. For what you get I..."

Coffee Lover

"I used to frequent Giapo quite a lot during my university days and recently visited them a few months ago. I love their chocolate and hazelnut..."

Charlie M.

"Located on mid Queen Street, Giapo remains one of the busiest dessert places Auckland has to offer. Every night that I've been, the queues have..."

Amy Webb

"I enjoyed my pistachio gelato, but I prefer to see the flavours rather than have them written on a board. The cups that they serve it in could also..."

Miss Poppy

"I haven't been here in god knows how long and what a change! I don't know when they changed their signage, decor and gelato cabinets to not be able..."

Linny

"Creative ice-cream outlet with variety of updated flavors everyone. Liked the PB & B flavour so much. Definitely worth every penny if you are..."

Anup Choudary

"Amazing ... No above Amazing.Those ice cream flavors , presented so perfectly even tho its not fine dining I was flattered by a small cup..."

Shharukh Issani (Sharkx)

"Love this place. Tiramisu is excellent. Just annoying that you can't see the ice cream in the cabinet! We eat with our eyes..."

Simone Cooper

"The best ice-cream I've ever had! Really amazing. I am totally impressed by the figure of their ice-cream. Soooooo nice! The taste of cookies is..."

Shirley Yu

"I absolutely love Giapo. The best ice cream in Auckland. Each serve is topped with beautiful extras, such as macarons, candy floss and chocolate cups..."

J.T547

"I absolutely love this place. My husband and I lived in town for two years, and this is what I miss the most about being in Auckland CBD...we were..."

Grace J

"What's with all the people saying its expensive!?? Have they been to Movenpick before!? Giapo is the same quality, with far more interesting flavours..."

Vikz

"LOVE THIS PLACE......awesome place with a very friendly atmosphere. Will definitely visit again. The staff are all fantastic and very friendly –..."

Shelly Manne

"I just love this place and my favourites avocado ice cream and pistachio. Its little bit disappointing the fact that they dont always have avocado..."

Jennifer

"Good one. The flavours are what you really go for. I went to the gelato place downtown and they had some pretty standard things for a..."

Rao

"Amazing ice-cream. The hazelnut is my personal favourite. I love how dedicated these guys are. They go to great lengths to ensure the..."

Pij

"Just another 5 star review. Delicious Flavour.Excellent quality.Recommendations : Pistahio. Cons : Sticky tables and slight wait,..."

Jo W

"I can't rave enough about this place! Exciting flavours - many with a sophisticated depth of taste. For quirky flavours this is..."

Anna

"I love the selection at Giapo but I feel like lately they're just overloading everything with sugar and I hate all the extra bits and pieces they put..."

Jane K

"My girlfriend and I once tried to finish one of the insane $16 giant cones and failed spectacularly! Great ice cream though, the flavours are..."

Hank Bao

"Been there a couple of times, lovely flavors. One time I bought two scoops and was sitting in the store, trying very hard to finish them. The head..."

DillyDallyEllie

"Absolutely excellent ice cream. The flavors are insane, the quality is great and the service just as good. There is a huge range of flavors which..."

Harps

"The wildflower and guava sorbet is to die for. Great for date nights with your significant other, with friends, or family. An after dinner or movie..."

Lucia Florence

"1 year ago I would say top 3 best ice cream shops in Auckland, but last 4 times the ice cream was very disappointing, the flavours were really..."

Candy Boy Food Journey

"Yummy ice-cream and great for dessert after a big night out in town. Very extensive range of flavours and all very well made. Some flavours are also..."

William

"How can you not adore this wee lovely ice cream shop? But yes, I'll be the first to admit it - you either like it (by buying into its..."

Adeline

"If you are visiting Auckland, i strongly recommend you try out this place. You'll find more than your staple Gelato favourites of Baci, Nutella &..."

Luke Turner

"Yesterday my wife and I had ice-cream at Giapo's. This was not our first time there but certainly the most interesting. When the owner explained to..."

Peter Czaykowski

"Ok so I'm a vegan, and it's pretty impossible to find any vegan treats !! And giapo is by far one of my fave! There is so Much choice and sooo..."

Annique Heesen

"Whenever I get a chance to walk up Queen Street I head for Giapo Gelato and Research Kitchen . The Gelatos are just the best . My favourite at the..."

Paul Harvey

"The five star rating is described on here as "Woohoo! As good as it gets!". This hardly does Giapo justice. It is not only as good as it gets, it's..."

Gabriel Lunte

"Giapo has fantastic gelato ice cream. Amazing flavours to choose from. I love that you can try each flavour before you buy. The staff are all..."

Annet

"awesome place with a very friendly atmosphere... Totally trans fat free and sticks to its mission... Good quality and quantity and comes with a money..."

Samuel Mathew

"Giapo is a one of a kind, unique gelato shop. They go beyond the meaning of an 'ice-cream shop' - their range of flavours are as dazzling and..."

Alice P

"The Matcha Green Tea is great, it is a very different taste so Haden H. your taste buds may not be refined and ready for something so 'out there'......."

Lennie

"Giapo is one of the best gelato shops in Auckland! They have freshly made gelato, fairly large servings (ask for the cup ones), FREE WI-FI, flavour..."

Laura

"I fall in love every time I walk into Giapo.The range of flavours to try is incredible, and there are new ones on a weekly basis...."

Liza Bolton

"I love this place! Their Gelato is the best that I have tasted with interesting flavours that you may have never thought of trying before. A great..."

Alexi Laurie

"Giapo is one of my favourite eateries in Auckland!The gelato and sorbet are absolutely delicious, plus they're super healthy which is even..."

Kalisha Wasasala

"Am a regular here and try different flavours each time - free sampling means you never disappointed with choice. Nephew opted for enormous..."

Jane F

"I've been a regular customer of Giapo's for the last year and a half, not only for the fact that its gelato is by far the best you will ever taste,..."

Jayke D

"They have the most amazing range of freshly made organic gelato's and sorbet's. A place you have to visit more than once as they have flavours..."

Corey

"Very good. Fun place, seems a bit clique-y if you know what I mean. The gelato is..."

Earl Vasquez

"Its always an experience when you arrive @giapo’s.. Making a decision is your next.. Little tasters are on offer to help you make the appropriate..."

DoubleDworks

"there are not words to describe the experience that is Giapo gelato. If you like ice-cream you will LOVE Giapo! Parking can be fun during the day but..."

Chris Hoffmann

"The best gelato I've ever had. The flavours are so creative, and are always changing. My favourite ever is the organic cocoa sorbet, but I also LOVE..."

Livvy James

"Ok, so GIAPO is a pretty cool place, went in for about the 4th day in a row! Tried a new flavour that someone recommended to me, it was Plum and..."

Sam Sutherland

"I have been here several times, and I've loved it every single time. There are so many flavours to choose from and they all sound so good, you just..."

Noelia Gonzalez Quiñones

"I love Giapo. It beats any other ice cream in NZ on taste! Worth the $7 for an organic taste sensation! My boyfriend and I adore these ice creams and..."

H Weston

"I LOVE Giapo!Everytime we are in town we have to go there, I have a had time deciding what I want but can really recommend the Chocolate Sorbet..."

Melanie Bailey-Reeve

"A combination of a funky interior, great social marketing and a tasty product make for an unique experience at Giapo.The gelato and..."

Nathan Dunn

"I think Giapo is brilliant :D The friendly and funny staff are a definite plus, they always make me laugh Haha, I love how when you go in there,..."

Serena

"Giapo is an amazing gelato shop next to the Civic Theatre on Queen Street.Giapo has the BEST gelato with all my favourite flavours! The..."

Jayson Kingsbeer

"Giapo is awesome. It has a very friendly community atmosphere and his Gelato is to die for. Seriously, if you haven't been you should try it out...."

Morgan Terrill

"Giapo is amazing, not just the gelato but the whole experience. It's a whole heap of fun, especially karaoke Wednesdays.So whether you're..."

Ryan

"Yepp, this is probably the best gelato you can get in Auckland. Just try for yourself, you won't regret..."

Peter Katelaan

"In all honesty this was the best gelato and sorbet that I have ever had.The creamy texture of the chocolate fantasy is like black velvet,..."

Brad Annals

"Amazing icecream. Best gelato in the world. You MUST visit Giapo and try some Giapo Icecream. Afterall, they make the best flavors ever....."

Corey

"Best gelato in Auckland!! Anyone who's in for a fun, contemporary experience that maintains Italy's high traditional culinary standards, this is the..."

Xin-Yan Cheng

"Giapo leaves the rest behind! It serves creative, tasty, healthy gelatos. The service is personal and I especially love the energy and the community..."

Marie

"Best icecream in Auckland, easily. The owner is clearly passionate about icecream and the staff are all really friendly. Try it and you'll be hooked..."

Phoebe

"A friend of mine introduced me to the Giapo experience.I call it the Giapo experience because everytime you walk in there, it's just a feeling..."

Dharmesh N

"When I first discovered this store back in February, I fell in love with it straightaway!And the proof is here - I'm there at least once a..."

Courtney Sit

"Every person I know who has visited Giapo says the same thing "the best ice cream I have ever tasted" and with good reason !Nobody can ever..."

Wendy Lester

"AMAZINGTruly amazing.Why are you still here reading this review? Go and get some ice cream or gelato from giapo..."

Cameo Yung

"Since I have discovered Giapo I cannot help telling all my friends. This is the best ice cream I have eaten in a very long time. It reminds me of my..."

John Delgado

"If ever you are in Auckland City, please take the time and give yourself a treat because you deserve it. You must go to this wonderful place that I..."

John Palino

"Amazing gelato! And great..."

April Rose

"Holy Smokes! Ok so I know a few people have mentioned the price of the desserts here, but so worth it. In fact, I didn't think it was too badly..."

Kershia

"Giapo has the best gelato by far. Their cocoa sorbet is the..."

Connor Stewart

"icecream from this place is freaking amazing! i ordered greentea the other day as seen in photo and it tasted so good! it had a mini macaroon on top..."

Lex Doe

"Yum!!!!! It's pretty expensive but they re so worth it <3 I got the hazelnut chocolate but there are so many other flavours available and..."

Angelica Wilson

"Thank you zomato. . Am able to relive the moments of my student days few years ago. I remember going to giapo with my best buddies and the live you..."

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"This is not another ice cream parlor, nor is it another gelato shop, this is a place of excitement, experimentation and exquisite textures and..."

Mrspotandmrlid

"This is probably the Chanel of ice cream (both in price and quality). Unlike Karl Lagerfeld’s creations, you can actually eat and enjoy Gianpaolo..."

Marnelli

"Giapo is a bit pricey, but worth it for excellent unique flavoured icecreams that are world renowned to be delicious. Cones are more pricey than..."

Vivien @ KJAS Blog

"The prices for Giapo ice cream have gone through the roof recently, with one scoop in a normal cone costing $7.50 (you'd need to pay nearly double..."

Nom Nom Panda

"Giapo is one place which you kind of have to visit if you're ever in the Auckland CBD in the summer. Its the perfect treat to keep you cool and all..."

Dog Eats World

"Yes it's expensive, but at Giapo you get your money's worth with the best ice cream in New Zealand. If you're passing through Auckland, this is one..."

Danny

"I am working my way through the Giapo menu. Given that I live in Wellington this is a little challenging but the sublime tiramisu has me convinced it..."

Kai Luv

"The staff helped with all the questions we had about the variety of cones and ice cream flavors. They were all so tasty and worth the wait. 10/10 I..."

Angel Lopez

"Absolutely delicious ice-cream and well worth a visit! We had the buono (caramel hazelnut praline amaretti) and a chocolate one - both flavours are..."

Ruth Ellison

"Superb ice cream experience! Went with a broken cone and the Bueno ice cream with all the toppings. Really good tasting ice cream plus the extra..."

Sean L.

"I got a huge ice cream, but thankfully I eating so fast so it won’t melt away! Honey pokey is great, chunky crispy cookie is the lighting in ice..."

Jasper Lieo

"This was on our list of must-visit places in NZ, and we are so glad we came! It is without a doubt the most outrageous ice cream shop I have ever..."

Basil Paul

"This was on our list of must-visit places in NZ, and we are so glad we came! It is without a doubt the most outrageous ice cream shop I have ever..."

Marsha Russell

"the presentation of the ice cream is very beautiful, the taste is OK. Maybe I didn't make the right..."

Tarcio

"Fantastic ice cream! Great flavours and nicely mounted!! Highly..."

Eduardo Henriques Rodrigues

"Yea we all know sugary stuff ain’t healthy but… we all need a treat sometimes yes? And what lovely treats one can get from Giapo. Firstly, the..."

Alfred L

"Best ice cream in town, their waffle cone is..."

Gerard Sospedra Aragonés

"Best Icecream in Auckland! Highly recommend the "Buono" flavour! Flavours tend to change as the seasons change, but also there are a few staple..."

Ju W

"Simply delicious, must do in Auckland! Super helpful service, we tried a few flavours until we found the ones we liked. “The Nem” flavour was my..."

Alex

"Great ice cream. The serving process is so easy. Order at one end, get out the way and pick up at the other end of the shop. Makes it so much faster..."

Sam Riggs

"Service and food is always top notch. Been going to Giapo for years and years since it opened and can't get enough of it. Every flavour is good..."

Zach Smith

"Came here for dessert after a meal in the city. I'm glad I had saved room in my stomach as the servings here are pretty big. The menu boasts many..."

Michael Davidson

"Absolutely amazing. Pricey but definitely worth it because the portions are huge! The cones are definitely unique and the ice cream delicious. Staff..."

Sarah Kristin

"You come for big, over indulgent ice cream and you get it. Maybe best to share with someone as it's a lot of sweet but it's..."

Jesse Tio

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"If you’re looking for a morning fix to start your day, this is the place to be. Starting with their bottomless coffee hot or iced is a great way to..."

Nkz

"We love eating here. The atmosphere, the great service, the reasonable cost, the lovely dishes. We always manage to get a seat. 10/10..."

MataMan

"Wow! Like stepping back into a 50's New York hash house. And that's what I had. Mish mash with a fried egg on top. Nothing special but there was..."

Sonny Gough

"I love Fed Deli when I'm craving solid diner food and friendly service. The milk fed veal schnitzel is an unexpected favourite, crispy and..."

Vivien @ KJAS Blog

"Came here for dinner. Chicken was juicy and cooked perfectly. Lemon meringue pie was amazing.Food: 4.5/5Service: 4/5Ambience:..."

KS

"Nice hearty diner food with a bit of sophistication! Loved the poutine (fries with cheese and gravy). Eat it while it’s still hot so the fries..."

Persian Foodie

"Come to dinner with my friend . There is still half of the space available at 5:30. When I finished eating, there was already a line outside...."

Tian Sweetly

"We were only going to order the 3-way combo but the poutine seems really delicious and it did not disappoint us. The Poutine was covered in thick..."

Rachel Luo

"cant go wrong here, abit loud but food is amazing with great..."

Lilly Chan

"Rating 3.5 Casual 50’s American diner set up. The menu read pretty much was one would expect too. Pastrami, bagel, reuben, hot dogs. I got the..."

Manz

"unique in nz... felt like i was back in the states except the food sizes. For the chicken size is small but yum. Sodas were nothing special and..."

Sean Cameron

"Absolutely love the deserts at this place, especially the pies. The drinks are also really good. There isn’t a lot on the menu that caters to..."

Rashmeen Sandhu

"Delicious food and great service especially mr. manager at the day..."

Ekam Panesar

"The Best Ugly Salmon Bagel with an extra poached egg...Yum!!!! Such a chilled atmosphere & a variety of things to eat. Brunch is such a good idea..."

YumTum

"Came here last week on a super hot friday after work. Feds was packed and luckily we got seats outside Was greeted and served by a friendly waiter..."

Jedediah J

"Love this place always have a incredible meal everytime I have been here, the pancakes are a must try for breakfast..."

Christine Hing

"The pies are so good I would definitely go eat them again. Personal favourite is the banoffee pie. Amazing. Love. Love. I think the Duck liver is not..."

Beryl Lian

"Dusty. So dusty. Looking forward to a breakfast here is one thing that will help ease the pains of a late night. Ordered the salmon latkes and..."

Amindha Fernando

"I just love this place!!! I wish there were more american style diners around. I love their filter coffee, delicious latkis, cakes and it's usually..."

Iunki

"Awesome vibe and food here is amazing. Had the poutine and the cheesecake trio combo. The american style cheesecake and the banoffee pie is a must..."

Food?

"Always enjoy coming here! The three cake deal is the go to and satisfies your sweet..."

Renie

"Really liked the poutine, i heard it was nicer if you "make it dirty" which means having patrami added to it, so I'd like to try it next time i..."

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"Wouldn’t have normally picked the fed deli as a place for breakfast, I’d heard about their epic desserts, but we were looking for a breakfast..."

Chan Can Eat

"We came here as a group of three and got a few dishes to share: Matzo Ball Soup, Truffle Cauliflower Cheese, Turkey on Rye, Toasted Reuben, Poutine..."

Vivian C

"I have been here for few times. Its always packed as. It must mean that the food is good right. Absolutely right. The food and bottomless coffee(you..."

Eater

"The only thing you need to know is that they serve the best New York Baked cheesecake. Having been to many restaurants/cafes, even the “popular”..."

Lily

"They always have amazing food here. I recommend the poutine and the fish, the flavors and textures are delicious! If you have room for dessert, try..."

Sophie Wang

"We all agreed that we love their CHEESECAKE! It is one of the best NY cheesecakes that I’ve tried in my whole life. I would definitely go back for..."

Sheena (Code SHEE7152H For Zomato Gold)

"Nice food, friendly staffs and reasonable price!We had Salmon letkes and hoagies and they were just extra awesome!My most frequent visit..."

KIM April

"Been a while since last visit. This place never disappointed me. Service was warm and welcoming; my favorite “The best ugly bagel” still as..."

Xin Liu

"Came a while back - They serve great coffee and their cheesecake was amazing! Staffs were really attentive and friendly! Nice environment and clean..."

MCP

"This place has a diner style feel with booths for four, and couple tables. There aren't as many big group tables, so maybe more ideal for smaller..."

Gracia

"I usually pop into Fed Deli whenever i'm in the area mainly for their Best Ugly Bagels and Poutine, which i would say are one of their best dishes....."

Luke Rooney

"One of those must go places at least once. The poutine is amazing, the whole lemon sole is cooked to perfection every time and the veal schnitzel is..."

Sorry_vonguenumber

"Overall the restaurant was nice. I would 100% come back again and try other foods too.A nice fun place to hang out with your friends, the..."

Vanessa Ware

"Fantastic! Great service, lovely wait staff and water always being refilled. Cinnamon scroll was to die for. I wish I’d been able to eat two...."

Nikki Goddard

"Passed this place a zillion times before finally going here for an evening snack. The ambiance is great with a typical 'deli' feel to it. We ordered..."

Parik Andhare

"Delicious!!! First of all. Secondly😬😬kinda pricey but its worth a try. If you’re coming here for a first time i would recommend coming during..."

Angelica Starina

"Yummy pies and friendly service, best combination and perfect place for dessert in this cold weather. The restaurant has very diner vibes, everything..."

Jenny Da

"The foods were amazing, cheese cakes were also really amazing!!!! I think it’s 3 slices for $20 or something, pancake!!! OMG!! Everyone should try..."

Vincent Fang

"We told them that we were sharing so the dishes came out like one at a time which was a bit frustrating because we were hungry but other than that..."

Hannah Zheng

"Forgot to keep the album updated because we were busy eating :/. That was how tasty it was. We had the poutine, the strip steak, and the spit toast..."

Asianfoodie

"Place lives up to the hype, being from NY it's not a pure deli, but certainly nails the deli 'fusion' - 1/2 NY 1/2 NZ, like many places in Auckland -..."

Clove

"Our go to place all the time! Amazing poutine and chicken whether it be spit roast or chicken sandwich we are always thoroughly satisfied! Definitely..."

Nat Patel

"Home of the best cheesecake in NZ! Not exaggerating the NY baked cheesecake is pretty amazing. We had the salmon latkes, Kahawai Hoagie, hot dog and..."

Vaqara_Kana

"The food is so nice and the staffs here are so friendly. The chicken is so tender and the gravy for the chicken and fries are so nice! Everything..."

Chew Sze Lun

"Very nice and a fun atmosphere. The cheesecake is very delicious but can sometimes be a bit much after a big meal. I have never tried poutine before..."

Kate.mcpherson123

"I have been wanting to come here for over a year now after hearing such good reviews about this place.Service: 8/10There are no..."

Grace Huang

"Came here to see the hype!Cute deco and very American vibe.Cheesecakes are amazing but wasn’t personally a fan of the chicken..."

Saasha

"The Rueben is a must-try - probably the best sandwich I’ve ever had. And I love the retro vibe, a nice place to chat as well!! Would recommend if..."

Arabella Ross

"Food : 4/5Atmosphere: 4/5Service: 3/5Federal Delicatessen is a very very popular diner. When I arrived, I Instantly liked the..."

Emily

"Came here for brunch for the first time. Busy and hardly any space left. Luckily a couple left just as we arrived. We ordered their pancake..."

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"This place was quite packed when we went during the weekends. Had the NY cheesecake and poutine. I really liked their cheesecake! The poutine was..."

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"This New York cheesecake is so tasty!The cake is well flavoured and not overly sweet. It’s a little zesty and creamy. I would imagine this is..."

Darren Big Belly

"Federal Delicatessen is the place for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The only pity is it's so popular and always got crowded. I don't think there's a..."

Airan

"Went to there for lunch in the weekend. We have ordered Salmon Latkes; Toasted Reuben and Mish-Mush. Mish-Mush was very tasty but Salmon Latkes was a..."

Bright One

"Love the fed and have been here many times! Food is great and so is the service. Wait staff are always topping up your water and checking up on..."

SpoonMe

"Bug fan of the turkey meatball. Not a fan of duck liver parfait. It’s kinda weird taste. Clams are ok. Staff is very very nice and friendly. Been..."

FoodiesTable

"Federal delicatessen is extremely charming. Walk in and you are immediately immersed in the old fashion classic American diner experience...."

TheBearReview

"Was recommended this place by a friend, loved the decor and overall ambience of the place. Big cup of ice cold water on arrival was a welcomed treat..."

Hannah Elley

"Came here on a dinner outing with my cousin. I love the interior decor, classic american diner with some booths, tables and chairs and bar seating..."

Janice McCartain Dagg

"The place is buzzing and its not even 8am. Staff are welcoming and friendly. Order promptly taken. While waiting we entertained ourselves with the..."

Charissa

"My husband and I came here on date night. We ordered the poutine, street dog, veal schnitzel and potato latkes. Safe to say everything was super..."

Hoana

"Popped in to try their heavily raved about NY cheesecake! Had high expectations for food but was instead blown away firstly from the beautiful..."

The Scarfoodie

"We ordered a hot dog, chicken sandwich, fries and cheese cake. It costed us 47NZD. The food was quite good and tasty, the cheescake is a must order...."

Preeti Bablani

"Yum! Yum! Yum! Staff were great and accommodating. Food was delicious and unique, great place to stop for dinner! The ambience really makes..."

Alicia

"OH MAN. How do I review this one and do it justice? Long story short- a friend and I decided to check it out and we found ourselves there every time..."

Elizabethjansenvanrensb96

"VERY good service, wait team are very attentive. Was there when it was very busy and still had a great experience and it didn't seem hectic and crazy..."

Madison

"LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! Have been here before but only for a quick bite so couldnt really judge. Well, we went here for dinner the other night and were..."

Jean Hakaraia

"Loved their 3-way that allowed you to have three pieces of cake/pie you want. My son and I and his mate ordered choc-cherry pie, banofee pie and..."

Dave Black

"My boyf and I are here at least once a week because we keep coming back for more! Absolutely love the chicken salad sandwich, schticks, veal..."

Shalene

"Always a great experience dining here. I especially love the 3-way pie, the NY cheesecake and lemon meringue is so good! Also the chicken sandwich..."

Lizzie

"The reviews are true. This place is amazing. Grernpeace bagel was beautiful!!! And so filling! Awesome all American design, and the layout is so that..."

Gem Hackett

"Came here for breakfast the other day. Service is friendly and attentive , and the decor is so interesting and unique. For what the food is, it was..."

Ashleigh Hea

"Nice place, service was fast however slightly pushy (waiters kept asking and asking if you wanted another drink or more food). I ordered the small..."

Hope 🥰

"Great service and ambience. We ordered the Salmon Lox Bagel, Poutine and the Matzo Ball Soup. The bagel was decent and generous with the cream..."

Vita

"Four of us went in for just dessert one night, and we were having a hard time on selecting the cakes for our 3-way dessert. The waitress advised us..."

G1k

"This diner is located on the federal street. I went for a breakfast to relive my fond American breakfast memories and it didn’t disappoint at all...."

Chasingawesomeness

"I mean can you ever go wrong with visiting here. Excellent service and food that makes this lil American feel at home. I will never stop reccomending..."

Terina Choi

"Can’t fault Federal, everything is so darn good. I’ve been here more than a few times over the years. Best New York cheesecake in town hands..."

Taiter Tots

"Have been here for such a long time and there is a reason why I keep going back. This place is full of energy, good vibes and especially super good..."

Yeahggggg

"Definitely my favourite spot to eat. When we can’t decide where to go while in the city this is always our trusted place, and it never fails!..."

Pauline

"Amazing amazing amazing service!! Worth the experience just for that. The food came so prompt and was so tasty and simple. We got the Greenpeace..."

Christine Yeh

"Came here for a birthday lunch with a group of seven on a Sunday and had to wait a little which was expected but only took about 15 minutes! the..."

Sophie Wilton

"Loved their 3-way that allowed you to have three pieces of cake/pie you want. My friend and I ordered choc-cherry pie, banofee pie and lemon meringue..."

The Poor Foodie

"Get the chicken sandwich with crispy skin and gravy! Incredible. Bottomless filter coffee and delicious pies too...it’s a staple and I’d happily..."

Alex Neilson

"The Fed is my go to late night when I’m craving a good dessert or some poutine. The atmosphere of this old school American diner is awesome. Love..."

Andrew Baxendale

"Great food and service. Love the fish dish, the bottomless supreme coffee, the 3-1 dessert, cheesecake is definitely the best. Been here so many..."

Nina Wang

"The service here was lovely, although it’s a bit confusing to not have bookings and make people wait for a seat.The food was great, we were..."

Louise

"One of the best dessert places in the locale, can't really seem to get over the tempting flavours of the cheesecake the memory of it is very fresh..."

Yash Shah

"Came here for dessert. Love the dessert platter where you can try three of their signature cheesecakes.Nicely resented on a wooden board...."

I_like_pickles

"Every time I come here I always leave full and happy. The staff are friendly, the food is fast, affordable and great quality; and it’s an enjoyable..."

Enilorac Rellim

"Food 8/10Drinks 8/10Service 10/10Ambience 8/10Value for money 6/10Came here last Thursday night with friends. We were a..."

Ishmael Chalmers

"This is one of our “happy places” for good food. Love their bottomless tea and coffee. As my hubby and I are creatures of habit, we have some..."

Evelyn Chen

"Funky up-market American diner. Came here on 4th July & they were incidentally handing out free peanut butter & jelly icecream. Lovely bottomless..."

Speccy

"Came here for brunch - first time visiting. Felt like I had stepped straight into a New York diner!Being English, my father jumped at the '..."

Emilyy

"Always like coming here for their poutine and chicken sandwich. Salmon latkes are also very good. The food they serve here are always of high..."

Akym

"Really loved the Smoked Hash. Couldn't finish all of it but it was a good price for such a generous serving!!! Tried a bit of my friend's pancakes &..."

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"If you want to make a quick stop to the USA this is where you want to go.The architecture, the service can bring you to any american..."

João Plácido

"Went to dinner here last night and loved the whole experience! Service was quite quick and the food was AMAZING! I love diner food and the flavours..."

Vic

"A small and tidy cafe with excellent atmosphere here. Good coffee and food. Cheese cake is a must try. Staff are friendly, will come back..."

Julie Allison

"If you wanna go to New York but don’t have the money then come here instead, the closest thing to an American style diner/delicatessen you can get..."

Aleana Fernando

"The desert platter is the stuff of dreams! The lemon meringue and banoffee pie are truly amazing. Love the retro diner vibe too. A good place to feel..."

Selina Y

"Give me bottomless coffee or nothing. But really that is my favourite thing haha. I recently had brunch here with my friends and the service was..."

Marnelli

"We have been here several times and it has now become a tradition when we are in Auckland. It is consistently good food. There was a wait for a table..."

FurryBrownGuy

"Wow wow wow so delicious. Me and my partner ordered three salads, the greenpeace bagel, the poutine and the ny hot dog. We were blown away by how..."

August Hislop

"Two of us had a long lunch here yesterdayAfter a short wait we got a boothWell done Fed staffGreat startWe shared..."

Glenn Town

"Had a good time catching up with friends.We ordered several dishes and the poutine was definitely our fave! So yummy..The second best would..."

Kho Lidya Merina

"How do I put it. This place reminds me very much of Katz's Delicatessen in NYC. I've ever only seen it on TV, however I've always wanted to go and..."

Harmunny

"It’s a must to try their dessert - pies and cheesecakes! My fav was the toffee banana pie. It was so so GOOD! I always come back for the pies..."

Annie Low

"the poutine here is so good, also the chicken sandwich was really spot.on. 👌👌👌👌 pricey for a student like me but definitely worth it. ny..."

Kylie

"The service was great, good food. The pouteen was a tasty starter, while dessert being the Banoffee pie was a highlight. Would definitely go..."

S. Charlotte

"Fed has always been my cousin’s favourite. So one evening we decided to visit Federal for a hearty American meal. This place is casual and fun. The..."

Pooja Kalyanpur

"Came in last year.I love this place. Everything about it reminded me of New York. Street dogs were amazing. Fries were delicious. Would..."

Rosanne Choy

"On a busy Friday night, we decided to come here for a birthday dinner and luckily we got a table for 9 people as they don’t take bookings. The..."

Jason Zhang

"One of my favourite places of all kinds of food in Auckland. The real diner.Breakfast and brunch: bottomless black Supreme is just my kind of..."

Thom

"this place is always the best I honestly would on and on about it. but the steak is to die for, also get the mush pea and ham schticks those are a..."

Ayesha :)

"Coming into Fed Deli, the layout is dramatically different to most New Zealand establishment and the layout is diner like with its close seating and..."

Medium_Rare

"Popped into this funky place for breakfast today and was pleasantly surprised! Great atmosphere with staff dressed in cute outfits, many interesting..."

Irina Milana

"This is one of the best restaurants that I have been to in my lifetime, everything was great! The setting is beautiful and the staffs are more..."

Pengzhe Chen

"Came here for dessert the other night.We ordered the trio (banana & toffee, NY cheesecake and lemon meringue pie) for $20. My favourite had..."

Mun Clair

"I love this place, the hotdogs here are my absolute favourite and the overall service and atmosphere is always kind and welcoming. 100% recommend..."

Abby

"Lovely atmosphere and lovely customer service. Food is good but not for the price we have to pay for. Dessert was absolutely amazing - highly..."

Foodieee

"Yum! There’s so many things that I would like to try!! I had the cheesecake over the weekend.. it was well worth it. DELICIOUS. 5/5 will come..."

Heather Logan

"Yum! Is all I have to say about this place we had the chicken salad sandwich the toasted rueben & poutine the rueben was deelicious! the chicken..."

HeyItsDollo

"When you have no idea what you want to eat in the Auckland city, federal deli is the best place to go! Great service and staff always helpful..."

Tastewithtingaling

"On a busy Saturday morning, Federal's doors were open and an early lunch beckoned. Federal Delicatessen is what I imagine a New York diner to be:..."

Caffeinated Weka

"Great service from Nayla. Recommend the lox latkes and treyf! Bottomless cold brew also was a perfect choice. We also got a table immediately and..."

Ed

"BETTER THAN DENNYS ACROSS THE ROADMy last review for this eatery was 2.5/5...I have to say this time round I tried more dishes..."

Tony Ma

"Absolutely awesome!Great food and everything in perfect keeping with the deli style. Couldn't fault the service, the Joe, the pie, the poutine..."

August

"Buzzing atmosphere and great service. I have been to this restaurant several times and have left happily full each time. My absolute favourite is the..."

Jay

"A great little place tucked away near SKY City.My Partner and I came here on a weekend after a long eventful day all we wanted was some..."

My Food HQ

"Wow! What can I say about Federal Delicatessen? A whole new sensation for my taste. That chicken salad sandwich was so good I literally had to slow..."

Carlo Enrique

"Lovely atmosphere and decor, and amazing service.A perfect rating is well deserved for Federal Delicatessen. Service was impeccable as the..."

Vanessa Chong

"Federal Delicatessen is such a cool spot! When you step inside you are transported to an old American diner! All the staff are dressed up too and..."

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"The Fed forever ❤️❤️❤️ not a bad word to say about this place, at all. Incredible food, amazing drinks, fantastic service, coolest vibes..."

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"Super handy location, quick and friendly staff. Ordered to takeaway. Great turnaround time, not too fast (so you know it hasn’t been pre-prepared),..."

Zina Govaerts

"One of my absolute favourite places to go to! There is a dairy free and gluten free menu, the atmosphere, decor and outfits make you feel like you're..."

Dini

"Situated close to busy Queen Street and right across from Casino Hotel, this cafe’ is a gem for both classic and modern reinventions. Having a..."

Sam Kc

"This is my favourite restaurant in the whole of Auckland! You MUST try the poutine and the NY cheesecake! Everything else on the menu is amazing too..."

Anna Maria Stringfellow

"Came here with my partner for dinner!! We ordered poutine fries , chicken sandwich with crackling and a fish sandwich with dessert trio of three..."

Gnxsta23

"One of the places I like to eat at when i'm in town. The seating is really nice and cosy especially the booths. My favourite food items are the..."

JJ Jenkins

"Conveniently located next to SkyCity. Serves scrumptious breakfast. Mind you their portion is huge but you can ask for half portion. Had..."

May Li Koo

"Went here for dinner with a fairly large group (11 people). Service was really lovely and quick. The poutine was amazing with a good amount of sauce..."

Emma

"Food was really good, better than I expected, for the meat dishes you get to choose large or small. Portion of the food were big, for a really good..."

Leonie An

"We got the NY cheesecake and lemon meringue pie! The cheesecake was rich and flavourful but not overly rich that it was sickening and the base was..."

Heojoseph99

"One of our fave brunch spots in Auckland! We love their smoked hash, and the whitefish sandwich - they accomodate to a lower carb option by serving..."

Chomnomnom

"Had a dinner gathering with a small group of friends on a busy Saturday night. Luckily we were given a table quite quickly and the staff were nice..."

Sharon Kan

"This place has a great vibe! Very friendly staff and amazing food.We had the half roast chicken, veal schnitzel and some fish cakes for starters..."

Julie Ginjoo Han

"Come here for poutine every now and then- always super amazing + good vibes but other menu items never quite live up to the sides. Overall always a..."

Sophie

"Definitely nice food but experience with service is mixed. Last Sunday we were greeted by a blonde girl at the entrance. We asked for a more..."

Laura

"Love their desserts, especially the caramel popcorn and their cheesecake! Poutine was a bit bland and too salty. Overall a great place to go to if..."

Lo9ve3r 4s

"Amazing food and service. They take pride in ensuring customers are well looked after. Staff are incredibly efficient and hard working...."

Christina

"Went on a Sunday and the place is packed. The griddle pancakes were fluffy but moist and dense. The cinnamon butter and strudel nut crunch..."

Kate

"The wee wait for a table was worth it. Truly felt like we were in a NY diner. The food delivered. Again and again, we kept asking for the menu to..."

Jocheli015

"Federal Delicatessen doesn't do bookings and I've been trying to go but has never been lucky enough to snag a table. On Sunday night, I finally was..."

Gerhard Joseph

"When you walk in, it's another world. It's busy but the staff are efficient and look cool with the retro uniform. The Ruben sandwich is delicious...."

Miura Elikana

"The restaurant looks great, just like a 1950s New York deli might look, right down to the uniforms of the staff. Classic American deli menu, I had a..."

Gus

"The service was second to none. The waitresses were very kind and accommodating always making sure we were comfortable. Had the best ugly bagel which..."

Kasanita Kini

"Such a shame the well recommended pumpkin pie was taken off the menu some time ago.Ordered combo three way including NY cheescake, banoffee &..."

Vivienne_Moo

"Our family comes here as a treat and everything we have had has been absolutely scrumptious. The steak! The fish hoagie! The roast chicken! The..."

LSnag

"Amazing amazing fries they have! Everyone in our group couldn't stop thinking about it after! Hands down the best fries in Auckland! I'm pretty sure..."

Saphic Chan

"Came here again looking for the best New York cheesecake in town, for my own taste.The ambience is cool, have yourself a Seinfeld sitting..."

Jeffie

"Fantastic service followed up with great food. Was busy when we got there so we had to wait, was touch and go as it was our first time here , but..."

JPule

"Amazing, delicious food everytime deff my top for all restaurant. The staff are feiendky and always there when ya need them, your glass of water is..."

Elaine Bird

"One of my favourite places for drinks. Love to be here once or twice a month. Amazing ambience. Friendly and quick staff. Highly recommended....."

Deepinder Bahia

"My go to place for cheesecake. Their classic New York baked cheesecake is a must try! The biscuit base is lovely and crunchy and goes perfectly with..."

Dxlche

"My number one stop in Auckland. Service is awesome and love the chicken and stuffing sandwich. The fries are so good with gravy and cubes of cheese..."

Sharon Harvey

"Such a cool place! We went on a Tuesday afternoon at 11:30 pretty much perfect timing before the lunch rush happened. Really nice food. Love the..."

Sarah-Ann Hardacre

"We have been eating here since it opened. Federal fills a big hole in the market for eateries that are consistently good but down to earth. We are..."

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"I've sat on this one a while in purpose. The concept is perfect. It's the only place in ANZ where they have got the concept right, a true deli style..."

Rebecca

"Traditional American street food. NY Cheese cake and spit roast chicken is a must try. Nice waitress with cute uniform. Would come back try some..."

AKL Food Lover

"Love this cute little American styled diner. The chicken sandwich is a must but you have to get it toasted it's so much nicer!! Rueben sandwich is..."

Samantha Gemmell

"My friend recommend us to this place - didn't know such a fancy place in CBD. Just like you are in US when you get into the restaurant :)Good..."

Kombie Stanley

"Who doesn't love the Fed Deli? It is what it is and it does it well. Staying wired on a the bottomless Havana $4 filter coffee always makes for a..."

Mysticmojito

"Wonderful place to have a quality dinner! I love the cucumber cocktail, and the lamb goulash was extremely amazing, would love to visit again if they..."

Jaleh

"Federal delicatessen is a very well know place by most of Aucklanders. It's located right in front of the sky tower on the CDB.The place..."

Eduardo Dias

"Whenever we stay in the city we always come here for a late breakfast or lunch. My favorite is the crispy chicken sandwich , coffee goes down well ,..."

Turei Smart

"Federal Delicatessen is a casual American style restaurant with a menu serving sliders to smoked meat. Be warned, this place does make you feel like..."

Picky Piggies

"Get their pie platter of three pies for just 18bucks instead of 9 bucks per piece! Pies were heavenly good and a must-try chicken sandwich as well as..."

Mindylow_

"This is our favourite deli in town. Their chicken sandwich ugly bagel fries with gravy and cheese curd to die for. Always really busy but staff are..."

April

"Been to this place with my friend and we got a booth to seat. The atmosphere was like a typical American Diner with an open kitchen. And we..."

Jade0289

"Searched pumpkin pie and wah-lah! Where else but a classic American eatery to find not just one but three! Their dessert trio is to die for. I'm a..."

Ann R

"Walked in on a busy Saturday brunch hour, didn't get a table at first so was told to 'come back later' but the friendly lady called us up within 10..."

AJ

"Very friendly welcoming service & a clean & tidy restaurant. Not so keen on the filter coffee but the food is always fresh & delicious and there are..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Great service and atmosphere! Never disappointed with the food. Usually busy so you may need to wait for a table, although it's definitely worth the..."

Helen Mach

"Delicious for takeaway or dine in. The desserts are the star items here. The only thing I've tried that hasn't been awesome is the poutine. Thin..."

Violet

"First time we ate here we were blown away with the quality of food and service. Best place to eat if you are near Sky Tower. Everything was delicious..."

Carlo C.

"Delicious! Loved the smoked meat (or pastrami whatever u like to call it). Similar taste to the ones I had in Montreal a few years ago. Poutine is a..."

Lambie

"My first time at the Federal. Located just across from Sky Tower so as expected, it was packed. Great vibe and friendly staff. Tried the Best Ugly..."

LilMSunshine

"I'm yet to have a bad experience at The Fed. The staff are amazing -. always going above and beyond to make your experience a good one. Food never..."

Erin Berryman

"Food 5Service 5Ambience 4I absolutely love the food and cocktails in this place! I have been here for both dinner and breakfast...."

Pania George

"Breakfasts are on priced on the high side, but the blueberry hot cakes, salmon with hash browns and breakfast bun were all very good. The place..."

Hooray4bread

"I loved this place. It's got all the friendly vibes of a classic American diner bar. The fries that comes with gravy and cheese block was so good...."

LuciferTSN

"I've been here many times. Every time I've had great service & great meals. Today I had the fish sandwich washed down with a cola & lime soda. It was..."

Ms Jones

"The atmosphere of this restaurant is amazing. American diner inspired and even the waitresses dressed the part! Prices were pretty affordable...."

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"Updated review: had the buttermilk pancakes recently. Absolutely delicious and big portions too (3 full pancakes). Came with peanut butter and syrup...."

Ffionachua

"Perfect restaurant size and atmosphere, caring yet not invading staff. Incredibly good tasting and sized food, for much more adequate pricing than a..."

Marcel Rocked

"Visited this place with my boyfriend and I found it to be a neat place! The staff were all super friendly and helpful, and the thing I loved most..."

Yujin Song

"This place never disappoints! I always go back for their poutine which is always superb. It is good to go with more people so you can get lots of..."

Bella Qian

"Went here last night for dinner with my best friend and we both loved it! I had the chicken salad sandwich and she had the turkey on rye. We shared a..."

Jessica

"I love dessert pies, and having heard a lot about FedDel's sweet pies I knew I had to have a go. Stepping into the location was quite breathtaking,..."

Cheapster

"Hubby and I enjoyed this place very much! We were seated right away despite it being a busy Friday night by awesome staff. Our spot at the bar..."

Siobhan

"Warm, outgoing staff, delicious and bottomless coffee, unique and quality food. The salad with orange in it was a taste revelation to me. The food..."

Joey

"This place is so cool! The atmosphere and vibe is exactly how a restaurant should be and everyone is friendly and in theme! A group of us shared the..."

Tessa Hall

"Sometimes you just need a bit of Americana in your life. At times like this you either want to head off to a drive-in movie or plonk yourself down in..."

Hungry Auckland

"One word: POUTINE 😍 Seriously if everything else turned out to be gross (it didn't) my review would stay as is because of the amazing chips,..."

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"This american themed diner speaks volumes with its attention to detail: the vintage interior, the waitress uniforms, the beautifully made food. The..."

Fiona

"love the food here, fast service, great staff and yummy finger food. Quite cheap, fed the 3 of us for approx $80.The Cheesecake is very nice. overall..."

Manoj Patel

"I think that everybody, foodie or otherwise, has an eatery which they feel really taps in to who they are as a diner. For some it may be the quick..."

Saskia Yates

"Dined here Sunday night and the place is packed! We were fortunate enough to get a table for two. Nice vibe and ambiance, fast service and great..."

Nathalie

"Only been here once but the meal is so so memorable. I had ordered roast chicken, potato salad and latke. All 3 dishes were cooked to perfection -..."

Angela W

"Traditional place in the heart of Auckland, Federal Deli was one of those places that could live out of its fame. But that's not the..."

Diogo Reck

"Good food. Lorde came in and walked past, that was cool. Really helpful staff, even went as far as to suggest we not order the large portion of the..."

Food Plz

"Really like the American theme of the place, the waitresses walking around refilling up your coffee really was a scene out of an American movie! Food..."

Eugene

"When we arrived at the place it was full so we had to wait for 15-20minutes for a table. I ordered the root beer while I waited and it was amazing. I..."

Ellynn

"Amazing! The fed delivers each time I dine here. Their poutine is the best in town, hands down the best gravy! The chicken is heavenly and also a..."

Winnie Luo

"Went for the $25 "Restaurant of the month" special menu for 2 courses include chicken and dessert pie, chicken was cooked to professional and dessert..."

Chelsea

"First time to visit this place and had one Auckland Restaurants Month special 2 course meal for $ 25.00 last night. Normally, the total price for 1/4..."

Michelle Hwang

"Been here a few times and can't help but keep going back for more. Food is ALWAYS amazing, no matter what you order. Service is mostly good. You must..."

Fiona Ong

"Coming back to Auckland for a quick visit, I was dragged by my sister to check this place out. It was one of those cold nights but when did that ever..."

DuckieLovesToEat

"Good food. Good ambiance. I can highly recommend then Turkey Meatloaf. And the Pumpkin Pie with a Root Beer finish was just the perfect..."

Nadim

"I come here pretty often for their poutine. Their poutine is better than other places I've tried. NY cheesecake was delicious! Very good..."

Potatomatoes

"Food is OK, but the cheese cake is the best ever in the whole Pacific. It bring tears in my eyes from delightness.i never cry over food.that is..."

Sash Grigo

"I went here for lunch on a weekday and had the best sandwich ever (whitefish), love the endless coffee too, can't wait to come back and try..."

Lucy

"AMAZING!!! Toasted Reuben (pastrami) was fantastic!! Poutine was outstanding. Great service & adorable ambiance. Veal schnitzel was really good as..."

Krista

"Love the idea of an american diner theme and how the staff dress up as well. Would definitely recommend their pies/cakes (really enjoyed the pumpkin..."

Carmen Yong

"Came here for dinner after work on a Thursday night. The place was very full, we had to wait for about 10 mins before we could go in. I ordered the..."

Julia Zou

"Love the atmospherr, the food, the service, and the uniforms. I usually come down here for desserts (esp the banna&toffee pie). The only downside of..."

Sabrina Chae

"I've always wanted to go to an American deli, with the huge stack of pancakes and the bottomless cups of coffee. So we finally went to Federal..."

Mezza

"If there is such thing as a food obsession mecca I have found it. Federal Street Deli is dangerous, and I'm hooked. Let me start with my favourite..."

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"Delicious food, awesome atmosphere & friendly staff.. What more can I say? The poutine is amazing and so are the sandwiches. Cannot wait to go back!..."

Samantha

"When we got there, i was very busy but out of all of that we were looked after instantly. The food was so tasty and the service was 10/10... Always..."

Andrew Woods

"Great social place for lunch and not to mention it's really cute inside.Service is always good here and I love the outfits or should I say..."

Maye Elle

"Came here the other day for dessert with a friend. It was pouring outside and as soon as we stepped inside, a friendly waitress took our umbrellas..."

Carolyn Kim

"Great atmosphere, fantastic service - all the staff seem genuinely thrilled to be working here. I cannot compare to authentic NYC delis, but we came..."

Daniel Kinnoch

"First time at Federal Deli and upon entering, I was straight away acknowledged and give a set. The atmosphere within is an awesome, retro American..."

Becca Callaghan

"This place rocks. I have been here twice now, once for dinner and once for breakfast. The food was magnificent, coffee divine and the service..."

Marc Mostert

"I had a rare free morning today so decided to head back to Federal Street and try out Al Brown’s other restaurant, Federal Delicatessen. It is..."

Cedrin Law

"My personal favorite in Auckland, everytime I come to NZ, this is a must. The Food is simply divine, Food orgasm like. The pastrami left me..."

MrJan

"We came here for dessert the other night. I couldn't make up my mind about what type of cake slice I wanted, as there were four choices to select..."

Mat

"Pastrami heaven! Myself and my partner started with the schtix before moving on to the Montreal poutine and the toasted Reuben. The meal filled us up..."

Simmo

"They say American diner though, as far as the music was concerned, a spliff and rasta hat would go down well in there.Food was good, staff..."

Tommy Ocean

"Been a couple of times now so thought I'd write a short review. The coffee although made from Havana isn't anything spectacular. The food however..."

Vivek Katial

"After our visit on Sunday afternoon I'm kicking myself for not coming here sooner. We had to wait about 20-30 minutes for a table but they took a..."

Michele

"Wonderful place to grab a bite and drink with friends.Lovely selection of beers and cocktails. My friends thoroughly enjoyed their fries..."

Michelle Ma Belle

"Got here for breakfast with friends. The pan cakes is soft and tasty, blueberries are fresh. I love the beef one more than the fish. But everything..."

Kiky Eng

"The food was very tasty one of the best I had in Aukland. The price was reasonable and the service was very good. Everything come very quickly. The..."

Nikki

"Food was amazing. Chicken sandwiches all round with the poutine. We loved every bite. The wait staff were a bit over the top, not sure if someone was..."

Trish

"The poutine was really good and it was my favourite that night. I also had the best ugly bagel, street dog & roast chicken. I didn't really like the..."

S

"This place is close to work so very convenient. I have been here on numerous occasions and service is always great. Their selection of smoothies is..."

Ridad

"First time going to The Fed and it was amazing, nothing could be faulted! We were seated straight away (although was prepared to have to wait as they..."

Philip Doyle

"Best sandwiches in the world!!! I love everything about this place... the stylish decor, fantastic service and amazing food. Definitely order the..."

Maggie Law

"Judging from the times I've been here - fed deli can do no wrong! Food is great, people are nice.We were sitting up on the bench and could see..."

Natasha

"What a little treat this place is! The American Diner interior and theme is very cool, keeping it nice but casual. My only time eating here was at..."

Kelsie Smith

"A classic American setting. Good comfort food. I particularly love sitting on the bench and watching chefs preparing the food. Do try their trio..."

Christian

"My go to place :) we went to Federal Delicatessen to grab a bite, again it didn't disappoint. This time we ordered the roast chicken in..."

Lex Antony Huang

"Fed Deli is somewhere that I have been to many a time as it is one of the few places that offers late night food that isn't Chinese or fast food. The..."

Ash.

"I really cannot find anything to fault about this place, hence the rating! I was so excited to visit the Fed after trying their chicken hoagie at..."

Victoria

"Visiting from Melbourne and wanted to try this food establishment that sounded quite hipster.Cafe was quite busy on a Thursday afternoon but..."

Avolette

"Oh my giddy aunt 😍💕 I have a sneaking suspicion my life has been changed forever from coming here... Decided to finally try this place out..."

Monique Porteous

"I'm new to the city and after having heard so much about this place, I had to go see for my self what the fuss was all about. I really like the small..."

Ashlene Cheryl Cardoza

"Their poutine and NY cheesecake are the things that make me keep going back to this place. The atmosphere is like a traditional diner. It is a great..."

Issie

"I went to the Federal Delicatessen when I was entertaining a Canadian friend. She heard that they made poutine, so we had to try it out. Naturally...."

Kendel

"Delicious food and reasonably priced! Poutine and pumpkin pie are divine and I definitely recommend! The atmosphere is cute too, a really nice place..."

M-J

"We come here regularly and the staff are always friendly and attentive. They constantly fill up our water and we never have to wait long for service..."

Yoonikorn

"The Federal Deli is one of my favourite late night hangout spots. Located right outside skycity gives you a nice view of the skytower and the..."

Edmond Shen

"Yum yum and double yum.Bustling and full of American diner style with swanky pizzazz.The service was friendly and attentive to detail with..."

Caroline Williams

"Amazing atmosphere and friendly service. Obviously popular because they were really packed lol. Had the NY strip steak and the lemon meringue..."

Temi Taio

" With.over Three hundred plus reviews written about this place,with most people goin "ga ga" about the food and products,with most reviews written..."

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"Located opposite the sky city hotel. This unique restaurant is set up like an 80's American diner, even the waiter and waitress are dressed the part...."

Hungus Girl

"Stopped by since a friend was hankering for some poutine. We came by around 1300 but we didn't have to wait long for a table. lots of interesting..."

Benedict Uy

"Every 3 or so months I have to go into Fed for lunch - the reuben and poutine are just too good to resist ! The service is great and the beer..."

Ryan Orr

"LOVE LOVE LOVE this Auckland joint and always try to go when in town.I have never had a dud menu item and there is something for all..."

Philip Reeve

"Cute place, love the atmosphere and vibe. The decor is nice and how the waitors/waitresses dress is awesome.Food is always good, service is..."

Alexandrea Maxwell

"As the brainchild of Al Brown it comes as no surprise that this place is excellent. I have never had a bad experience here, the staff are always..."

Sasha McCormick

"Have been here for both late night dinner and early morning breakfast and while both experiences were different, they were both fantastic. Get the..."

Hannah Wilson

"The American diner inspired restaurant is always packed, so make sure your friends get there on time, lest you get kicked out for overstaying your..."

Vivi S

"I would definitely recommend this place for dinner. Fantastic food. Located right opposite sky city casino. We had the fried cauliflower, veal..."

Josh Law

"When I conjure up some "friends", we come to this establishment and eat the food here because they have food here and it's pretty good.My..."

Cookie

"YUM, YUM, YUM! Stunning meals. We popped in there yesterday felt like some lunch! I had the Chicken Sandwich, which is something i would never order,..."

Food For Thought

"Dinner at the Fed Deli last night was wonderful. The ambience was lovely with many American touches. The menu was extensive and had plenty of..."

Sukriti Bhatnagar

"I've been here twice and have chosen a variety of dishes, both from the brunch and dinner menu. The decor and atmosphere is relaxed, authentic and..."

Janice Zumba

"Really yum food although a little expensive for what you get. The Reuben is delicious and the pies for dessert are delicious!! Definitely a great..."

BrianWilliams

"Great service, very friendly staff, have been looking forward to coming here for a very long time and I have to say our sweet tooth picks were just..."

Charlotte Olofai

"First time at Federal Delicatessen. The place is very busy as we went there around 12ish. The restaurant have a very retro and vintage feeling to it..."

Joanna

"Federal St Deli never fails to impress, awesome good food and the cheesecake has to the best in Auckland. Has a great buzz and the staff are all..."

Josie Lu

"My quest is to find the best cheesecake in Auckland, so I've been researching and eating but I've only just started today.... Anyway, I went to order..."

Justine Klassen

"When you walk in, from the cosy NY diner atmosphere and busy workers with their cute uniforms it is really a unique dining experience in Auckland. I..."

Thegreeats

"The toasted reuben, chicken salad sandwich (for dinner no-less), and the Montreal poutine were all pretty good. I think however the highlight was the..."

Food Baby

"One of my favourite places in the CBD for lunch or dinner. I always try to order an old favourite and something I haven't tried before, very rarely..."

Emma W

"This one had to be a 5/5. Perfect experience. We were attended by a friendly waitress (a good start). We ordered a chicken roast gravy, turkey loaf ,..."

Live2Eat

"This place is themed like an American diner. All the women are dressed as if they were transported back into that era. Nice and clean and definitely..."

Linny

"I fell in love at The Fed and his name is Chicken Salad Sandwich..he was a mouthful but I could take it!! Generous portions of crispy skin chicken..."

Manic Diner

"Now officially one of my favorite European (American) restaurants! The staff are friendly and know what they are doing, the set-up is beautiful and..."

Heidi Chapman

"An amazing selection of unique foods, great for breakfasts! Some of their specialities, like breakfast griddle cakes are well worth the..."

Lubbly Jubbly

"Have been wanting to go here for a while now and made my way after a gig last Friday night. By the time we got there they were only serving the late..."

Tarina

"If you live in Auckland and haven’t heard of this place, you may want to check it out. Federal Delicatessen is in front of SkyCity and besides..."

Angela (A Style Collector)

"I came here for my brother's birthday dinner on a Wednesday night around 6:45pm and it was buzzing. The restaurant doesn't take booking unless for..."

Olivia C

"Fantastic customer service. Had ordered pastrami, salmon bagel and turkey sandwich. Excellent flavor of their pastrami. The turkey sandwich very good..."

Lawrence Lun

"Breakfast was a treat. Griddle cakes with berries, crumble and cinnamon butter! Yep - that's a good start to the day. The rhubarb and muesli with..."

Laurie Ellul

"Came here for dessert as Depot had a 1.5 hour wait, couldn't decide which dessert - thank goodness for the choice of three. The banana toffee pie was..."

Miss Persistant

"Best New York cheesecake (with strawberries) in Auckland city! Do try it if you love a rich cake.Ambience is amazing!!!! Diner style where..."

ShoRt

"Packed with hearty flavour which the bread stick soaked up. The clams and fish was cooked well and not overcooked which I often worry about. Nice..."

Travels4Food

"We had such a good time eating here! The food was delicious and the crockery was funky and very clean. I enjoyed the taste of Montreal with the style..."

Jamie Cameron

"Intended to visit for breakfast a few weekends back but ended up doing lunch in this beautiful restaurant/diner with a few friends. Deco is..."

Marlanda Mar

"Friendly staff and we got the famous strawberry cheesecake and banofee pie with caramel popcorn which was very yummy ! We were at the federal street..."

Richie Chewy

"Six of us went to Federal delicatessen for breakfast before we go on hiking today. The restaurant is nicely decorated and the staff are extremely..."

Jojobaby

"Have dinner with my friends here. Fantastic atomesphere and service. Ordered salmon latkes, cured salmon is very nice but the potato is a little bit..."

Leon Jin

"It’s 10.30 am, you have a lunch time restaurant reservation at 12.30pm but you’re feeling hungry after staying up during the red-eye from..."

Theycallmemaggie

"This restaurant have been on my watchlist for a while and was definitely worth the trip. For appetizers we got the duck liver parfait, it had a very..."

Betty Diao

"One of my favourite places to eat in Auckland, food is sensational!!!!!! LA DINNER in Aucks plus more - Al Brown you've done it again. Go in and soak..."

Alwayseating

"What a great concept! We went here for breakfast and in typical al brown style found a menu packed full of originality while staying simple. The eggs..."

EpiCurious

"I don't know what it is about them, but I love NY Delicatessens. And the Federal Deli has brought that whole vibe into Auckland.Friendly..."

The Wanderer

"I love The Fed so so so much!!! the atmosphere is amazing, they have done amazing in recreating an American Diner!! They can get very very busy at..."

Sophie Ly

"This place is a little on the expensive side of average pricing but the menu is super good! The times I have been here, I always order the poutine!..."

Tbroadley

"BEST CHEESECAKE EVER'!!! I think apart from the price. Everything else is perfect. A lil bit overpriced for like mains etc. I had the potato..."

Ezzz

"Excellent food and coffee, and great looking little place, you can very easily imagine you are somewhere in NYC instead of the middle of..."

C F

"I have been here for brunch and lunch a number of times and will continue to return! While the menu isn't that exciting I always find the food to be..."

Kezia Lynch

"Funky, hip, classic American styled diner. Have been here a few times and always am satisfied. Chicken sandwhich with crispy skin and a gravy dunking..."

R & A

"The staff a very attentive. The food was really good I think it's great but not 10 out of 10 but still 9 out of 10 for perfection that is big. Ask....."

Jonathan Towers

"I was very impressed with federal delicatessen. They have tried to create an American diner style eatery and got it right with the filter coffee..."

Lucy Wills

"Been here with my long time no see friend. It's a nice place to stay and chat for long time, really. Last time I order 3 way combo, with cheese cake,..."

Anastasia

"The fed sets out to provide a specific archetypal dining experience and it delivers on point. It smacks of careful consideration and the finer..."

Goldilox

"Came here for lunch with my friend yesterday, the atmosphere here is very American and relax. We ordered salmon latkes, a chicken sandwich, a street..."

Di

"Went here for a work lunch yesterday and I must say it was really good! The atmosphere is really cool though it is extremely loud inside so we sat..."

Alysha Bower

"Walking in you can immediately feel the cool American diner vibe and the staff are friendly and super attentive! I got the gridle cakes (blueberry..."

Stephanie Ly

"What a refreshing difference to the same old same old. The atmosphere is certainly addictive and the customer service out of this world. And of..."

Bronwen Anne Wilkinson

"Located two doors down from the Depot, this American diner style cafe is hit for breakfasts and a quick bite to eat. I didn't expect much when i went..."

Biohazard

"The american diner vibe and service was excellent but the hotdog was too small for the price. The banana toffee dessert was delicious though. Would..."

Lucille Sia

"Came here for dinner the other night! I got told that you can't make reservations for less than 8 people so I was worried it was going to be full...."

Razelle Icaro

"Al Brown has done a great job with this place and I totally loved the pastrami sandwiches with mustard! great vibe and ambience about the place and..."

GideonMarisa MasterchefNz2015

"Sunny evening, ordered Smoked Kahawai Cakes with red wine. The best feeling. Friendly staff, fantastic environment and quality service. Not..."

Sharan Dhanala

"I had heard a lot of hype about Federal Deli and so was skeptical that it would deliver, but I was completely wrong. The service was friendly and..."

Auckland Food Tours

"Good service. Food was good too nice to share with a group of people. Got the hot dog, roasted chicken with gravy and the steak. Prices are quite..."

Judy Chhy

"Super impressed by old mate Brown's get up here. American/deli style food is a well documented favourite of mine and I felt these guys hit the nail..."

James Ford

"The poutine... Keeps me coming back, amazing every time! This place has attitude--it's a time-warp, quite true to a classic New York-style deli. The..."

Campbell Ecklein

"Another spot with a cool selection of food on the menu. I liked the Reuben sandwich and poutine. Really enjoyed the 3 slices of pie 🍰 Always has..."

WWW.KINGOFCHEATMEALS.COM

"NEW YORK.This place is NY style/themed which is a nice change from the usual cafes around. I came here over a year ago and tried their most..."

Melissa

"Came here for a late dinner with the work mates as we had heard good things about the place. The food didn't disappoint, bit pricey for the amount..."

Charlene Weaver

"I came here a few weeks ago on a weekday for breakfast. I had heard a lot of good things about this place and I definitely wasn't..."

Ryan Lal

"This place is really strange: it's not like a genuine Canadian (or US) deli, more like a movie set or like somebody's imagination of what a deli..."

Solarflare

"First time here. I think it's a really good place to relax and have a desserts. Really love the atmosphere. The staff here are very welcoming...."

Michelle Chua

"Quirky place to eat in SkyCity- traditional American dinner with great friendly wait staff, bottomless coffee with 2 choices and great classic food! ..."

Jaffa

"I'd been wanting to go here for so long and o boy it did not disappoint eh. It was a tues but still so busy ??? Definition of goin up on a tuesday I..."

Gemma

"Food was delicious! Service was pretty good we just had to wait a bit for our food as it was busy but well worth it as it was yummy. The desserts..."

Erin Brown

"We went here on a busy Sunday morning for brunch, and since they don't take bookings the wait time was supposed to be 45 mins. We were pleasantly..."

Denise D'Sa

"I really enjoy the theme here. It has an American diner setting, which is a new look to the Auckland restaurant scene (or so I think). It is hard to..."

Tevita

"Dined with a friend and elected to sit outside. Although it was a chilly evening, the benefit of the overhead heating was a very welcome addition...."

Mary Underwood

"This is a pretty cool & unique place, like an American diner. I heard the poutine is a must try so we ordered it, but it was really salty. I'm keen..."

Misty

"I love the experience of dining at The Fed. The waiters and waitresses are always presenters well and nothing is too hard. They go the extra mile to..."

Ricky Jack

"Why not grab a seat in deli to have breakfast in weekend morning. Nice supreme coffee, sandwiched with pickle or have ny cheesecake.Vintage..."

William Chiu

"Wish I could have fit more in! The Rubén was fantastic, but managed to get my spoon in my husbands Motza Ball soup a few times too - give the..."

Bianca Lazar

"It took me much longer to get to the Fed than I would have liked. It really does remind me of a traditional deli. The sandwiches are..."

Paul Evans

"Every time I have come here the staff have gone above and beyond the call of duty to ensure we had a good time. They are always willing to move..."

Lucy Anderson

"The home of Filter coffee only! Lucky that it is very good and a great start to the day. If you are looking for something different for breakfast..."

David Boshier

"Winning dish - poutine. The chicken was also a delight.Full review here:..."

Jo

"Fed St Deli as we call it, has become our regular especially for "The late shift" - Fridays and Saturdays the kitchen stays open til 1am. Perfect for..."

Lisa Reynolds

"Consistently good. Two words that ensure that the Fed remains in my sure fire goodness eating list. Curds and gravy on fries? Yes, am a convert...."

Auckland Foodie

"This is one of new and absolute favourite places in the city :) Went lunching last time and shared a large poutine between two and two other dishes...."

FoodieOodie95

"Checked into the Rydges this afternoon on our "Facestuffing tour of Auckland" and wandered down Federal st looking for the Deli. Only a hop,skip and..."

Simon Kearsley

"So I wanted to try this place out after reading reviews online.I dragged my partner here one day for dessert because I wanted to try the..."

Miss Alesana

"Potato on potato?Everytime we go here I order fries and mashed potato with gravy we dip the fries in the mash and eat em might sound a bit werid..."

FoodLoco

"My friend and I went along to The Fed after, what shall we say, a "big" night out after the rugby. We shared a plate of poutine, I had the white fish..."

Anna Hinehou

"Bannofee pie is crack! Everytime I feel like having dessert, I always think about that lovely slice of banana and toffee pie or the lovely cheesecake..."

Erika Bayangos

"Came here for my 21st food crawl😁 we had a half chicken and poutine. It was like heaven in my mouth....almost had a heart attack. The staff were..."

Shelly

"Came here once for dinner and dessert and the other time for breakfast. Both so impressed with the restaurant! REALLY reminded me of new..."

Xtina Cassidy

"Love it here. Took my sisters who was so excited to go to an Al Brown restaurant. They had breakfast salad morning glory. I ordered off sides. Good..."

Louise

"A nice American style diner right by SkycityWe decided to dine here for my birthday and we left quite satisfied. It was a busy Thursday..."

Mandy

"As soon I walked in, I was speechless at how amazing the restaurant looked. I havent been to America before, but it looked just like the classic..."

Jen Lin

"Amazing food and service, with the exception of the pumpkin pie, which is rather bland. Seems common that the pumpkin pie is a bit of a..."

Stephen Sheehan

"A fantastic place for a quick bite to have in a very New York style sitting. The hot dog was delicious, but comparing it to the price was expecting..."

Raffi

"- Very cool theme (NY Jewish Deli inspired)- Every dish was delicious- Highly rec the cauliflower salad and pastrami- Must try the..."

Foodarella

"I seriously love this place! We ordered:- fried cauliflower - poutine- NY street dogs- iceberg wedge saladI..."

Anna Daley

"This was an amazing find! The American theme - decor, uniforms and menu really works. Great service, ambience and food. This is a popular place and..."

Rosemary Cook

"They have best desert so far I had.Best customer service and amazing vibe. enjoy having food there.If you looking for American food it's a..."

Farshid Hakimi

"Pastrami is unbelievably good. Better than NY! Big call i know, but... So good.All this place needs is an espresso machine to make it the..."

JS

"Been here twice. Really great service. Food is bit pricey but totally worth it. I would recommend to plan well ahead as this place is always busy...."

Salvin Singh-Prasad

"Federal Delicatessen is one of my absolute favourite places to go to for dinner ( as you can see from the photos, I've tried almost everything..."

Kellie Lee

"I've been to Fed Deli a few times. I really love the atmosphere; the staff are so friendly, the place is warm and comfy. The food is really worth the..."

Charlotte

"Went in for a late lunch early dinner and experienced great customer service from the minute I walked in all the way through. Honestly the best..."

Simone Halstead

"Loving the vibe here! Really liked the overall combination of warm yellow lighting, bubbly waitresses and cute seaters on the side! Entree: Didn't..."

Annie Ren

"Really enjoyed every experience so far. Sat inside for the first time and the booth was quite tight for 4 people. Luckily the wait staff let us put..."

Tian Tian Zhang

"Great food and great atmosphere. I found the food a tad salty though but overall very good. The service was good and staff was very..."

Jessica Li

"I ate went in a fried chicken crawl with my sister o her birthday and decide to try this place. We lived the vibe you get in the restaurant. The food..."

Lucinda Thai

"OH MY GAWD. Hands down one of the best desserts I've ever tried. Customer service is excellent and staff are friendly! Affordable food prices. Not..."

Tan.ned

"It was ok, we came here for a late night bite. Tried the hot dog and a slice of pumpkin pie. Nothing extraordinary, hot dog was small but relative to..."

Victoria

"I've been here a few times one for brunch and the last time was for a late lunch.I love the diner theme of this place. From the decor to..."

Angela (A Style Collector)

"Tried convincing friends to come to the fed many many times but because of what the menu says they were a bit iffy....HOWEVEROnce they saw..."

Stephanie Balsom

"Amazing setup, awesome customer service and yummy food. Ordered poutine and a hot dog...so delicious! Was a bit disappointed with the size of the hot..."

Doreen Milo

"Can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet. I have been here nearly once a week. I always get great service and the booths would be my favourite..."

Amanda B

"The back story: I first went to "The Fed" with a friend who was keen for bagels and milkshakes. Indeed a salmom bagel and a peanut butter chocolate..."

A Culinary Affair

"Super place. Food is great and it is matched by the ambience. Staff is full of energy and accommodative. Been here a number of times. Will go again..."

#1

"I have always wanted to eat here but didn't realize that I've walked passed it everyday for the pass year on my way to Uni; it's right opposite the..."

Brenda Phu

"We had a fantastic experience at Federal Delicatessen!The atmosphere of the place was buzzing and lively, and our staff was very friendly and..."

Cindy Wu

"Delicious food, good service and pleasant atmosphere. The chicken sandwich has included cartilage last couple of times though...Pickles are..."

Vika Dorokhova

"Next level Reuben Sandwich and authentic Poutine. This place has been one of my highlights of my NZ trip! Will definitely be coming back again every..."

D

"One of the best restaurants in town. Great service, interior design and very cool American theme. The food is also really good. Especially love the..."

Woo-Min Lee

"To be frank, it was quite a delightful experience. In saying so however, for those who loathe loud and busy environments, dining here may be a poor..."

Audric Kam

"We like the place the decor is very New York deli .good pastrami and very good rye bread.The lemon meringue pie is a winner..."

Gaetano

"Good service and good food, portion sizes are good. Only dish that was not a standout was the Turkey Meatloaf. The Bloody Mary's here are awesome!..."

Emma-Jane Bates

"Never heard of this place until my friend took place and it was great! Really nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Highly recommend the turkey rye..."

Beth Owens

"Their dessert and fries are recommended. Other dishes are average. Quiter environment than depot. Dont need to make reservation. Average $30-40..."

Zoe Huang

"The service here is exceptional, staff are so friendly and attentive We had the 3 pie combo and it was mind blowing Highly..."

Brooke Wilson

"Amazing ambience, friendly staff! Must try the Chicken Sandwich and the super awesome pan cakes! Top it off with the Filter coffee (Havana)..."

Anupam Singh

"Had the griddle cakes and the supreme bottomless coffee. Very delicious and filling! Service took a while but it was peak time. A few vegetarian..."

A

"Nice brunch at federal delicatessen! We arrived at almost 1:15 and we thought we had already avoided the crush, however to our surprise, we still had..."

Shirley Yu

"Whilst in Auckland for the weekend, I had far too much choice when it came to where to eat. For brunch with some blogger friends on Sunday morning, I..."

Lulacorn

"My partner and I both agreed these were the best cooked meals we'd ever had, the meats melted in the mouth and neither required more than the..."

Paige Eriwata

"Excellent customer serviceYummy foodWe ordered a lot of dishes including dessert between 3 people and ended up only paying 25$ ea. So defs..."

Gianina Castro

"I love American Food - I have been meaning to come here forever - well, since it opened, so this was the perfect opportunity - the pre-movie dinner,..."

Bri DiMattina

"Really great experience. Love the food and the busyness of the room. I had the Reuben which filled me easy! Great flavour and loved the bottomless..."

Love The Experience, Love The Brand.

"A group of us enjoyed the Deli Man Dinner before heading to the Deli Man screening on Saturday night.The Fed is a popular place and it’s..."

Genie @ BunnyEatsDesign

"I have been wanting to go to The Fed for so many years now, particularly after being told about the 3-way combo of pies. I grew up with true American..."

Asad Naseem

"Definitely a cool place for the young crowd! I can see why it's popular... The soup was very tasty... But we probably picked the most plain thing as..."

Donna&Shane

"I've heard nothing but good about this place, so finally ventured into the cold to check it out. We went in for coffee, and ended up getting a couple..."

Amanda Hailwood

"Finally someone had opened up an American diner styled restaurant!!Their poutine is sooo good!! The fries are crispy yet soft in the..."

Aniva Huang

"We went to "Singin' in the Rain" last Thursday and had decided on post-theatre supper at Federal Deli (after checking out a few places online) as it..."

Lochbuie

"My wife and I went to the Federal Delicatessen late last night (9.30). The place was humming but they found us a table immediately. We shared a..."

Austin

"Fed Deli is a bit of a no brainer. The drinks, the staff, the food – no trouble. It’s so good to have a place to fall back on for consistency. It..."

UltimateOmNoms

"Definitely one to save for your cheat day, federal deli is somewhere you simply cannot go easy. The food is absolutely delicious. Casual, yet..."

Laura Hunt

"Ordered clam soup, chips with gravy and cheese and the turkey sandwich. The soup could've used less onion. The chips were tasty with the creamy..."

Jamez Hill III

"I love the trio of pie! That and the milkshake are excellent. I'm so glad they've reopened. The waitresses are really lovely and friendly too...."

Tash

"LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! Came here for the famous trio of cakes! We had NY baked cheesecake, pumpkin pie & banoffee pie with popcorn. It was $18..."

Jean Lee

"Was here last night for a business dinner. Service is excellent. Food comes out in good time. The dessert ? of banana n toffee pie was the best..."

Jay

"This place was amazing. The food, the atmosphere and the service. I really liked the style they had going on there, me and my party were very..."

Chris Fernando

"This is the perfect place for when you want something tasty but don't want to go anywhere too fancy. I love how simple and honest the food is and the..."

Shannon T

"Very nice environment and lovely staff. I had the poutine and would recommend one. Is not as good as the original Montreal poutine, but almost..."

Tarcísio Pinhate

"The Fed opened at 5pm last Saturday serving the all-day menu on reduced hours as construction continues. I trust the Late Shift and weekend brunch..."

Johnine @ HaloHaloAtbp

"The Fed is a staple weekend and late night eatery. I've been here countless times. Everything is great but you can't go wrong with lox or any..."

Chloeeatsitall

"This place is amaze-its a shame it's closed due to fire- on a big night out or before going to events in town this is a wonderful place to start or..."

Chloe-Mae

"Have been here twice now and have really enjoyed the atmosphere, thought it might have been a tad try hardish but it was actually really cosey like a..."

Sophcrp

"A good breakfast with a nice cocktail. A chef name PJ made a lip smacking sandwich for me and my brother. Nice ambience and the..."

Sumit Rawat

"In search for dessert, I had heard along the grapevine that I would not be disappointed by this place.We took a seat outside, near the..."

Lennie L

"Myself and my partner were in Auckland for the day to attend a meeting - We used the Zomato app to find a good place to have lunch. Federal stood out..."

Sean P E Fleming

"Tasty tasty food. I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for simple yummy meal. If you thought chips and gravy couldn't get any better, try the..."

Jane Smith99

"This place blew me away. I honestly felt like I'd walked in to a 60's diner in New York. The decor was authentic, the music was exceptional (totally..."

Eden Wood

"Best cafe in Auckland!. Amazing food.. We went here twice during our 3 day stay in Auckland.. I wish there was a restaurant like this in..."

Renata

"A decent crack at a New York deli concept. Popped in for a late night meal after arriving in Auckland. The server was very nice and let us know we..."

Jason H

"Well executed concept. They've spent some coin and it delivers serious restaurant quality deli food. Not cheap but the quality is there. One of the..."

Hung Dong Long

"Loved my brunch at Federal Deli! As it was a beautiful sunny day, my partner and I chose a table in the outdoor seating. To begin, we had salmon..."

Sophia

"It's always good to have a place that is consistently good It's very cool to step in the door and you already feel like you're in an..."

The Incredible Edible

"Awesome place for a casual catch up dinner with mates. We got a bit greedy and managed to get the waiter to order us a 4 way dessert platter from the..."

Lucyeatsakld

"Seriously good pies. The lemon meringue is damn good. The pumpkin pie requires a particular set of taste buds...I recommend the poutine...."

Moon

"The Federal DelicatessenThis is the place you go to when you’ve done bad on a test or had a horrible day, it’ll never fail to lift your..."

Richard Tran

"Great place to eat. Loved the food! All of it! We will definitely be back - the service was friendly and not too pushy. Would love to take more..."

Pete Nicholls

"This place never dissapoints. Food is always good, no matter what you get. Tho, I do prefer the full menu compared to the break menu, both are good..."

Iamcii

"Love the American feel to this place the atmosphere is great and even the outside seating is great the food is so good defiantly American :) I've..."

Phoenix Brown

"Awesome theme and awesome food! The Reuben sandwich is always a go to for first timers here with a side of the poutine:-) the grilled cheese with..."

Anna Harding

"Went and had lunch here on Weds. Great experience and an excellent choice available. We had the fries with gravy and cheese, a salad and the turkey..."

Moggie

"I've tried this place 3 times and yesterday was the first time I was a bit disappointed (first time tried it for dinner). My schnitzel just didn't..."

Candy Boy Food Journey

"Been here a few months ago for a late night treat.Great service, funky atmosphere. You will feel like you have been transported to an..."

Where.iate

"excellent food. Great ambiance. Loved it!Reasonably priced and great setting. specially enjoyed the cakes there. If you want to visit a busy..."

Ankita Maheska

"I have been to the Fed five times now and each time has been an absolute delight. The staff are always amazing - perfectly attentive and a little bit..."

Elese

"Heard so much about the place that we decided to give it a go. The food was yummy despite being disappointed with an all-day brunch menu-..."

JaimeC

"I'm a big deli fan and was hugely disappointed with this pastiche. We dropped in for lunch during the week. The home-made pastrami in my Reubens..."

Flowergirl69

"My husband and me came here one night before we went to a comedy Event at the sky city,We hadn't eaten all day and thought we might have dissolved if..."

Chloe Franklin

"Loved it the minute we walked in. We had an aisle table near the counter and could see everything being made fresh and it was great. I went with the..."

Muffin Mum

"Came here for brunch alone and the atmosphere is fantastic. The waitresses and waiters are friendly and aptly dressed. It's quite busy around 12 so..."

Kenzi Yee

"Can't even put into words how bad ass this place is, the decor , the theme , the service , the food! Omg the food! 10/10! I'm drooling thinking of..."

Big Cheese

"Not offering espresso in my book is not a go these days but there very busy which is a good sign....the staff are friendly. Great atmosphere and nice..."

Coffee Lover

"i love the whole retro american diner theme of fed deli. everything is super interesting to look at and the whole concept flows through the place,..."

Michelle Tan

"Excellent breakfast menu, think I've tried them all at least twice. Enjoy the coffee, Havana :-). Good service friendly staff and a great..."

Chomp

"Came here for breakfast last week and as usual was not disappointed. This is our favourite spot for Sunday brekkie. Thoroughly enjoyed the morning..."

Don's Food Fiesta

"Yum yum, such a cool restaurant, you instantly feel relaxed when u walk in and the staff are so lovely, the food is just as relaxed but packed with..."

Marilyn Moore

"I dined at the Fed on a late afternoon and was seated promptly by friendly staff. The waitress was very accommodating when my companion and I wanted..."

Angela Liu

"This place is great and a favourite for a lunchtime eat. The Poutine and Ruben are great to share. We always have one of each between two and a soda..."

B D H

"If you want that "American/NYC feel" while dining, go to this place. It's full most of the time but we were able to get a seat right away. We had..."

AngeLi

"I think I've visited Federal Delicatessen before, like few years ago I forgot now, upon my partner's recommendation, since he loved the Poutine and..."

Charica Roche

"I have never been to an 'old-school NYC Jewish delicatessen' before, but if they are anything like Federal Delicatessen ("The Fed"), then I am..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"Recently I was at a conference in Auckland and took the opportunity to sample the Federal Delicatessen. I was impressed on my several breakfast..."

PeterMS

"A crowd favourite, Fed Deli has got to be one of the trendiest locations in Auckland's CBD. The service is impeccable and very friendly, making a..."

Marina S

"Overrated. It seems like from the moment you arrive, their job is to extract as much money from you as they can, and get you in and out the door as..."

Neil Young

"I like that you can turn up to this deli at any hour of the day, and there will always be something there to delight you. Yesterday we went at 3.30pm..."

BMG

"I have had their poutine a few times, a really yummy side dish. Besides that, I have tried their lemon sole and chicken mains,really enjoyed the..."

Thefoodloverrr

"Pleasant surprise to find it lives up to it's reviews! Great Smoked salmon ugly bagel and Latkes, bottomless coffee and a tart lemon meringue pie..."

Fiona Moore

"Really cool place and theme throughout, service calibre very high as well. I would suggest this to local people wanting to get an idea of Montreal..."

Jason Montreal

"Updated review: 4.5O Ok, I got it wrong, kind of! Since my last review, I have been to Federal Street Deli two more times and have now given my..."

LucyGoosey

"Went here for lunch with friends Place looked great nicely decorated .I had the greenpeace bagel it was very nice good..."

William Shah

"This place is an absolute gem. First time here and everything was on point. I ordered the mish mash which had fried potatoes peas corn beef and a..."

Dondon3000

"It's not Thai or Indian that's the latest craze, but Americana, with a number of new places transplanting American style diners and restaurants here...."

Frank

"food, service and environment are perfect inside! food is awesome! love the caramel banana pie, the hot dog and the chips! very nice place! will go..."

Perlie Hu

"I finally popped into Federal Delicatessen for breakfast on Saturday morning (along with the rest of Auckland). I wasn’t initially planning on..."

Oli Dowthwaite

"The Federal Deli is one of Al Browns delicious eateries in Auckland. It's a take on an old school NYC Jewish Deli open early and closed late. We came..."

Courtney @ A Food Awakening

"Most amazing bagels that i have ever had...."

Elina.m

"Al Brown certainly knows how to do it. Fed Deli is always a favourite, especially for late night foodie adventures, open until 1am Thurs-Sat. Never..."

Jemimah

"Every joint that Al Brown has opened has been embraced with fervent adoration and it’s no surprise why. Dining is casual but with a certain flair..."

Heartshrooms

"Came here on a weekday for brunch, but they didn't seem to have their usual brunch menu for some reason.Service was good, albeit a bit slow even..."

Oisin O'Reilly

"service 3/5 ( one of waitress was rude for us. And she forgot my order)environment 4/5food 4/5cost performance 4/5drink 5/5My order : clam cioppino..."

Mira

"Been there twice. The decor reminds you of an American deli. Service is fun and friendly. Food there might not be the healthiest but it's so good!..."

Bettina Tran

"I have been to Fed Deli many times for drinks and dessert but tonight was my first time for dinner. I am always so impressed with this place, from..."

Amy Webb

"Food was excellent. I had the pancakes and they were delicious. Too much for me so a friend polished off the third one. We had to wait..."

Jacqui Murdoch

"We visit Federal Deli every time we go up to Auckland and will be visiting again this weekend coming.We love the vibe, the service, the..."

Ellen Place

"Went for dinner. Then went for dinner the next night. Wanted to go for breakfast next day. My One True Love is USA born and our other dining..."

Annie McD

"Came here in a whim when we didn't quite know what we were in the mood for, and we weren't disappointed. We had the reuben sandwich and the..."

Jasmijn Liekens

"I went for dinner/date there last night we sat in a booth and I could talk easily unlike Food truck… it was cold and rainy outside the welcome was..."

Bradford J

"I love this place. The Mish Mash Hash is a regular treat for us on the weekends, along with a great Bloody MAry. My only complaint is that the..."

Cindy Buell

"Had an early dinner here on Friday, and it gets five stars easily from me. Lovely friendly staff, huge ambiance, a great menu, what's not to love? ..."

Wolfie W

"I love this place, have been there three times and I'd definitely keep going.The pancakes are delicious, thick with a yummy topping. The..."

Nicky

"It's hard to rate something a 5. I have to for this place though, because after several visits, I can't fault them on anything.Food was..."

Fleur Peps

"I would give this place a strong 4. Atmosphere: 5/5 - Everyone eating here are happy, casual and enjoying their meals. ..."

Rachael Marie Gee

"While The Fed seems to be part of the "American diner theme" fad, it does it damn well. The waitstaff, dressed in 1950s(esque) atire, add..."

Chris Baldock

"Lovely, tasty, quick-serving meals. Attentive, friendly waitresses - all in all - perfect service! Highly recommended to all as a place to get your..."

Adeline

"Really enjoyed the lunch experience with my mates today, had the pastrami sandwich, great decor and ambience, really busy - first day opened I..."

David Parussini

"I came here for the first time and was really impressed. We ordered the veal schnitzel, fries with cheese curd and gravy and the slaw which were all..."

T Pritchard

"I love this place!The service was excellent and friendly, and showed us to a seat after only a 5 min wait on a busy Saturday lunch time..."

Nicole Coles

"The Fed - A reason to wake up for breakfast/brunch on a Saturday! :)You'll love their: 1. Old-school NYC deli style..."

Jade Lim

"I have never had poutine fries before so a can't compare but as far as The Feds fries go these are DELISH! Spit Roast chicken nice and..."

Bernadine Phillips

"I've wanted a real Reuben sandwich ever since I heard of their existence. I wasn't disappointed. Homemade pastrami and plenty of it, (think smoky,..."

PhilOS

"Totally authentic New York deli feel. Really interesting food options. My latkes were beautiful. The coffee is very good and bottomless! But best of..."

Rozanne D

"Nice ! good food, and nice ambient . Just like the name delicatessen. Will definitely go again..."

Amanda Choong

"Delicious reuben sandwiches, amazing desserts, spectacular service. A really great experience and after having just been to the famous Katz's Deli in..."

Carol

"Went a few days after opening. A welcome addition to the Akl dining scene. Only gripes - Pastrami was great but would have been good if more thinly..."

Bob

"Well done. Pretty much perfect. Excellent environment, great service, well needed concept in Auckland. Food, well what can I say, excellent choice..."

Lisa Garrity

"I have been hanging out for the Fed Deli to open - and the first visit on opening day did not dissapoint :-)The hardest thing was to decide..."

Elle

"Turkey anyone? Probably the only place in New Zealand that offers turkey meat sandwich. This place has the feel of an authentic diner that you would..."

Tyla Shi

"Came here on opening day with seriously high expectations: as a devotee of Schwartz's in Montreal I knew The Fed would have big shoes to fill...."

Olivia Fogarty

"Great place if you want to sit and chill and have great dessert. Does have the best banoffee pie and all cakes are to die for!!!Would go..."

Esther Song

"I could come back to Federal Deli every day if I was the type of person who could eat the same thing over and over. The food is so good. My favourite..."

Lisa V

"The very first time I visited The Fed, it was to catch up with an old colleague from work. I was so impressed. The service was great - we were..."

Kershia

"Wandered up to Fed Deli for dessert one night fueled by a craving for pie & a promise from my colleague of Mad Men atmosphere. The deli did live up..."

Fain Feasts

"There are so many American inspired restos at the moment. One of my faves is definitely Fed Deli which has that fun American diner feel to it. This..."

Jennifer Manalo

"I'm a frequent dinner in Fed, love the bottomless Coffee, the best Cinnamon Rolls in town, very good Chips with Gravy. I was surprised when I saw..."

Andre Cesar Botelho Vidoto

"Came here for brunch with one other (12pm, Sat) and were seated quickly (phew). We got one of the free standing table in the middle, which felt a bit..."

Lillian

"Good food with such a great service , nice ambience , late night open on weekends .Must visit once..."

Jasjeet Singh

"This is a cozy restaurant just across Sky City. I asked my friend to go here for a catch up because I knew that they serve NY cheesecake and I was..."

MS LKDG

"What can I say? The nuts and bolts of this great new addition to Auckland's dining scene have been very well outlined by previous reviewers. I ate..."

Flyingkiwi

"Fed Deli's desserts are to die for. Go for the triple cake combo where you can choose a selection of 3. This place does consistently good..."

Jenna Wee

"I have wanted to try out Federal Delicatessen for awhile and headed along there this morning with a friend from brunch.It is an Al brown..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"This centrally located eatery opposite the Sky Tower never looks as busy as Depot next door, but behind the closed double doors lies a hive of..."

Nom Nom Panda

""The Fed" is a great place for the classic American diner food with a kiwi twist. I recommend this place for a late night feed and/or dessert date...."

Lisa Edgar

"Federal Delicatessen is a charming little diner in the Auckland CBD. interior is stylish with the 1950's touch it gives a great feel to your..."

Fridayu

"My current favourite. It probably should have a 5 but that means there can never be an improvement even if I have no idea what it could..."

JustOneMore

"Federal Delicatessen is an American style diner restaurant. I almost felt as though I was in the diner in Twin Peaks, the waitresses outfits are..."

Rebecca Smith

"More restaurant than diner, Al Brown has come up with another winner on Federal Street. Go for breakfast or lunch if you are eating on a budget. ..."

Cheap Eats

"Al Brown is the Midas of the re-invent in the Auckland restaurant scene; everything he touches turns into gold. Depot has set the standard for casual..."

Carmella @ Easy Food Hacks

"If you thought you'd need to buy an expensive plane ticket to visit Katz Deli in New York in order to recreate 'When Harry Met Sally' then think..."

Eat It Auckland

"Stepping into Federal Delicatessen was akin to stepping back in time. Although it doesn't take bookings, the wait isn't long as there is plenty of..."

Lucy Eats

"Stepping into Al Brown's latest culinary venture - Federal Delicatessen - is not quite like walking into any other restaurants in Auckland. Designed..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"Have been there twice for lunch. Pickled pork tastes fantastic and special! With a crispy crust and tender texture of pork. Hot dog is very..."

Daisy H

"Service & the atmosphere is great. The food is nice enough but they are tiny and a bit overpriced. The NY strip steak is nicely cooked (medium rare)..."

Johnny Montoya

"This restaurant was very enjoyable. The servers were friendly, the food was delicious and the vibe was very eclectic. We had a tuna melt, a bagel..."

Margo Prodan

"Fed Deli is my go-to for poutine in Auckland. I always order a small plate and a sandwich (either the reuben or the chicken salad sandwich). The..."

Karyn Ann Udanga

"Great menu options here. We're a fan of the fish option, when will Al bring a seafood restaurant to Tamaki diners? The quality of produce is..."

Braam Compton

"Auckland's Katz Deli. Nearly the same ambient as in NY's famous deli. Well, the Pastrami sandwich is way smaller but a bit more delicious. I had to..."

MkkPyro

"Perfectly located next to our hotel, Federal provided a perfect stop for quick bite before exploring the city. An open kitchen gives a great view of..."

Mitchell Bidois

"Best cheesecake in town unmatched by any other place! Ordered two full cakes for an event and everyone agreed that the cakes were the highlight of..."

Annie F

"American diner vibes with a nice selection of food. Food portions are slightly smaller compared to elsewhere, but otherwise normal sized for Asian..."

Edgar Wong

"Love this place would defs go back. Different food then what you would usually find in Auckland. An American vibe and staff are great. We loved the..."

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