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Bodrum Restaurant and Bar

Bodrum is arguably one of the best Turkish restaurants in Auckland. With an open plan kitchen diners can watch the chef as he prepares each scrumptious dish in front of you. On Fridays and Saturdays diners can enjoy entertaining belly dancing performances. Bodum has an extensive wine list as well as raki and aromatic Turkish coffee. Try the Sarai Patlican which is a tender lamb stew with jalapenos and other vegetables. The kebabs are grilled and marinated to perfection and the Eggplant Ashor, marinated ground beef with pan-friend eggplant, will have you coming back for more. Bookings recommended.

Food Type
Turkish
Price
3
Style
Trendy
Address
2 Osborne Street, Newmarket
City
Auckland
Website
www.bodrum.co.nz

Punjab Palace

Punjab Palace is one of Auckland's many Indian restaurants. What sets Punjab Palace apart is their extensive menu and the pride and personal involvement that the owners take in the day to day running of this great restaurant. With piping hot curries, perfectly cooked naan and meat dishes done to perfection, Punjab Palace serves food fit for royalty. Try the Mango Chincken for something different, or the Lamb Rogen Josh for some of India's finest spices and New Zealand's best lamb. Bring along a bottle of wine and enjoy a great Indian feast. Bookings essential.

Food Type
Indian
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
164 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby and 71-D Great South Road, Papakura.
City
Auckland
Website
www.punjabpalace.co.nz

Saison

For French cuisine at its best visit Saison. This French restaurant serves up an exciting array of stylish meat and seafood dishes. Using seasonal vegetables and only the best meat available Saison will tantalize your taste buds in all the right ways. Saison has a great wine selection including local and international wines. The roasted John Dory with pumpkin gnocchi comes highly recommended as does the roast duck with bitter chocolate jus. Be sure to save space for one of their desserts. Reservations essential.

Food Type
French
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
417 Manukau Road, Epsom
City
Auckland

Industry Zen

Auckland has a large selection of Japanese restaurants and sushi bars, but Industry Zen is a cut above the rest. With authentic Japanese decor and traditional Japanese meals this restaurant will transport you to Japan for the evening. Industry Zen is definitely one of the best sushi restaurants in Auckland and is often fully booked. Their sushi is made to perfection and the sushi wraps are a hit. Industry Zen also serves a decadent selection of Japanese tapas including crumbed rock oysters, fried squid legs and traditional Japanese Gyoza. The green tea ice-cream is the perfect way to end your meal. Bookings essential.

Food Type
Japanese
Price
3
Style
Trendy
Address
104D Customs Street
City
Auckland

Bayou

Bayou is a one of a kind restaurant in Christchurch. Taking inspiration from Creole and Cajun food this restaurant is inventive with tastes and presentation. Dining at Bayou is an experience not to be missed. The Seafood Gumbo gets rave reviews, particularly on a chilly winter's day. The Jambalaya is just the right amount of spice and the Bourbon Street Crepes are the perfect end to a delicious meal.

Food Type
Creole
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
12 Wakefield Ave
City
Christchurch

Nobanno

Nabanno is a food-lover's delight. Christchurch has a variety of quality restaurants but Nabanno seems to have created a niche for itself by serving some truly delicious Bengali cuisine. The decor is elegant and uncluttered and the staff are friendly and helpful when explaining the various dishes on the menu. Try the tandoori dishes for a taste of India with a difference. The lamb shank cooked in Bengali herbs and spices is tender and delicious while the citrus beef curry is fantastic. Open for lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Indian
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Armagh and Colombo St
City
Christchurch

The Rock

For food with a view visitors should head to The Rock Restaurant in Christchurch. The Rock has a range of outdoor and indoor tables available at Sumner Beach. With an extensive wine list as well as a full menu, diners can't go wrong when choosing The Rock. The antipasto platter is a great way to snack away the afternoon, but since you're at the beach you can't go wrong when ordering the fish and chips. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Local
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
22A Esplanade, Sumner Beach
City
Christchurch

Tiffany's

Tiffany's is one of Christchurch's most popular restaurants, and with good reason. The service is excellent and the food has won numerous awards including the New Zealand Beef and Lamb Award for 14th consecutive year. If that isn't enough to tempt you then meals such as roast haunch of fiordland venison with beetroot foundant, or the trio of merino lamb with rosemary potatoes and truffle ought to! Breakfast at Tiffany's includes a class of Moet et Chandon, while their lunches are light and tasty. Bookings are essential.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
95 Oxford Terrace
City
Christchurch
Website
www.tiffanys.co.nz

Logan Brown Restaurant

Logan Brown Restaurant is an innovative and stylish restaurant in the heart of Wellington. This restaurant has an extensive wine list and a great selection of menu items to choose from. With an A La Carte Menu as well as a Bistro menu diners can't go wrong when deciding to eat at Logan Brown. To start try the rabbit and wild boar terrine, mains include line caught snapper or duck confit with smoked bacon and cranberry relish. The dessert menu is equally tempting with choices such as lime and ginger brulee or handmade chocolate truffles. Bookings are essential; Logan Brown is open every day for lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Cuba & Vivian Streets
City
Wellington
Website
www.loganbrown.co.nz

The Tasting Room

This popular Wellington restaurant is always packed, and with good reason. The Tasting Room offers diners a selection of fine wines and a selection of fantastically designed menu items. The best way to enjoy eating at this fine restaurant is to order the tasting room platter, however the lamb rump, beef wellington and seared venison dishes all come highly recommended. A cheese platter is the perfect way to end off a meal at this superb restaurant. Reservations are essential.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Courtenay Place and Cambridge Terrace
City
Wellington
Website
www.thetastingroom.co.nz

Bodrum Restaurant and Bar

Bodrum is arguably one of the best Turkish restaurants in Auckland. With an open plan kitchen diners can watch the chef as he prepares each scrumptious dish in front of you. On Fridays and Saturdays diners can enjoy entertaining belly dancing performances. Bodum has an extensive wine list as well as raki and aromatic Turkish coffee. Try the Sarai Patlican which is a tender lamb stew with jalapenos and other vegetables. The kebabs are grilled and marinated to perfection and the Eggplant Ashor, marinated ground beef with pan-friend eggplant, will have you coming back for more. Bookings recommended.

Food Type
Turkish
Price
3
Style
Trendy
Address
2 Osborne Street, Newmarket
City
Auckland
Website
www.bodrum.co.nz

Punjab Palace

Punjab Palace is one of Auckland's many Indian restaurants. What sets Punjab Palace apart is their extensive menu and the pride and personal involvement that the owners take in the day to day running of this great restaurant. With piping hot curries, perfectly cooked naan and meat dishes done to perfection, Punjab Palace serves food fit for royalty. Try the Mango Chincken for something different, or the Lamb Rogen Josh for some of India's finest spices and New Zealand's best lamb. Bring along a bottle of wine and enjoy a great Indian feast. Bookings essential.

Food Type
Indian
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
164 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby and 71-D Great South Road, Papakura.
City
Auckland
Website
www.punjabpalace.co.nz

Saison

For French cuisine at its best visit Saison. This French restaurant serves up an exciting array of stylish meat and seafood dishes. Using seasonal vegetables and only the best meat available Saison will tantalize your taste buds in all the right ways. Saison has a great wine selection including local and international wines. The roasted John Dory with pumpkin gnocchi comes highly recommended as does the roast duck with bitter chocolate jus. Be sure to save space for one of their desserts. Reservations essential.

Food Type
French
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
417 Manukau Road, Epsom
City
Auckland

Industry Zen

Auckland has a large selection of Japanese restaurants and sushi bars, but Industry Zen is a cut above the rest. With authentic Japanese decor and traditional Japanese meals this restaurant will transport you to Japan for the evening. Industry Zen is definitely one of the best sushi restaurants in Auckland and is often fully booked. Their sushi is made to perfection and the sushi wraps are a hit. Industry Zen also serves a decadent selection of Japanese tapas including crumbed rock oysters, fried squid legs and traditional Japanese Gyoza. The green tea ice-cream is the perfect way to end your meal. Bookings essential.

Food Type
Japanese
Price
3
Style
Trendy
Address
104D Customs Street
City
Auckland

Bayou

Bayou is a one of a kind restaurant in Christchurch. Taking inspiration from Creole and Cajun food this restaurant is inventive with tastes and presentation. Dining at Bayou is an experience not to be missed. The Seafood Gumbo gets rave reviews, particularly on a chilly winter's day. The Jambalaya is just the right amount of spice and the Bourbon Street Crepes are the perfect end to a delicious meal.

Food Type
Creole
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
12 Wakefield Ave
City
Christchurch

Nobanno

Nabanno is a food-lover's delight. Christchurch has a variety of quality restaurants but Nabanno seems to have created a niche for itself by serving some truly delicious Bengali cuisine. The decor is elegant and uncluttered and the staff are friendly and helpful when explaining the various dishes on the menu. Try the tandoori dishes for a taste of India with a difference. The lamb shank cooked in Bengali herbs and spices is tender and delicious while the citrus beef curry is fantastic. Open for lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Indian
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Armagh and Colombo St
City
Christchurch

The Rock

For food with a view visitors should head to The Rock Restaurant in Christchurch. The Rock has a range of outdoor and indoor tables available at Sumner Beach. With an extensive wine list as well as a full menu, diners can't go wrong when choosing The Rock. The antipasto platter is a great way to snack away the afternoon, but since you're at the beach you can't go wrong when ordering the fish and chips. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Local
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
22A Esplanade, Sumner Beach
City
Christchurch

Tiffany's

Tiffany's is one of Christchurch's most popular restaurants, and with good reason. The service is excellent and the food has won numerous awards including the New Zealand Beef and Lamb Award for 14th consecutive year. If that isn't enough to tempt you then meals such as roast haunch of fiordland venison with beetroot foundant, or the trio of merino lamb with rosemary potatoes and truffle ought to! Breakfast at Tiffany's includes a class of Moet et Chandon, while their lunches are light and tasty. Bookings are essential.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
95 Oxford Terrace
City
Christchurch
Website
www.tiffanys.co.nz

Logan Brown Restaurant

Logan Brown Restaurant is an innovative and stylish restaurant in the heart of Wellington. This restaurant has an extensive wine list and a great selection of menu items to choose from. With an A La Carte Menu as well as a Bistro menu diners can't go wrong when deciding to eat at Logan Brown. To start try the rabbit and wild boar terrine, mains include line caught snapper or duck confit with smoked bacon and cranberry relish. The dessert menu is equally tempting with choices such as lime and ginger brulee or handmade chocolate truffles. Bookings are essential; Logan Brown is open every day for lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Cuba & Vivian Streets
City
Wellington
Website
www.loganbrown.co.nz

The Tasting Room

This popular Wellington restaurant is always packed, and with good reason. The Tasting Room offers diners a selection of fine wines and a selection of fantastically designed menu items. The best way to enjoy eating at this fine restaurant is to order the tasting room platter, however the lamb rump, beef wellington and seared venison dishes all come highly recommended. A cheese platter is the perfect way to end off a meal at this superb restaurant. Reservations are essential.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Courtenay Place and Cambridge Terrace
City
Wellington
Website
www.thetastingroom.co.nz

Bodrum Restaurant and Bar

Bodrum is arguably one of the best Turkish restaurants in Auckland. With an open plan kitchen diners can watch the chef as he prepares each scrumptious dish in front of you. On Fridays and Saturdays diners can enjoy entertaining belly dancing performances. Bodum has an extensive wine list as well as raki and aromatic Turkish coffee. Try the Sarai Patlican which is a tender lamb stew with jalapenos and other vegetables. The kebabs are grilled and marinated to perfection and the Eggplant Ashor, marinated ground beef with pan-friend eggplant, will have you coming back for more. Bookings recommended.

Food Type
Turkish
Price
3
Style
Trendy
Address
2 Osborne Street, Newmarket
City
Auckland
Website
www.bodrum.co.nz

Punjab Palace

Punjab Palace is one of Auckland's many Indian restaurants. What sets Punjab Palace apart is their extensive menu and the pride and personal involvement that the owners take in the day to day running of this great restaurant. With piping hot curries, perfectly cooked naan and meat dishes done to perfection, Punjab Palace serves food fit for royalty. Try the Mango Chincken for something different, or the Lamb Rogen Josh for some of India's finest spices and New Zealand's best lamb. Bring along a bottle of wine and enjoy a great Indian feast. Bookings essential.

Food Type
Indian
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
164 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby and 71-D Great South Road, Papakura.
City
Auckland
Website
www.punjabpalace.co.nz

Saison

For French cuisine at its best visit Saison. This French restaurant serves up an exciting array of stylish meat and seafood dishes. Using seasonal vegetables and only the best meat available Saison will tantalize your taste buds in all the right ways. Saison has a great wine selection including local and international wines. The roasted John Dory with pumpkin gnocchi comes highly recommended as does the roast duck with bitter chocolate jus. Be sure to save space for one of their desserts. Reservations essential.

Food Type
French
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
417 Manukau Road, Epsom
City
Auckland

Industry Zen

Auckland has a large selection of Japanese restaurants and sushi bars, but Industry Zen is a cut above the rest. With authentic Japanese decor and traditional Japanese meals this restaurant will transport you to Japan for the evening. Industry Zen is definitely one of the best sushi restaurants in Auckland and is often fully booked. Their sushi is made to perfection and the sushi wraps are a hit. Industry Zen also serves a decadent selection of Japanese tapas including crumbed rock oysters, fried squid legs and traditional Japanese Gyoza. The green tea ice-cream is the perfect way to end your meal. Bookings essential.

Food Type
Japanese
Price
3
Style
Trendy
Address
104D Customs Street
City
Auckland

Bayou

Bayou is a one of a kind restaurant in Christchurch. Taking inspiration from Creole and Cajun food this restaurant is inventive with tastes and presentation. Dining at Bayou is an experience not to be missed. The Seafood Gumbo gets rave reviews, particularly on a chilly winter's day. The Jambalaya is just the right amount of spice and the Bourbon Street Crepes are the perfect end to a delicious meal.

Food Type
Creole
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
12 Wakefield Ave
City
Christchurch

Nobanno

Nabanno is a food-lover's delight. Christchurch has a variety of quality restaurants but Nabanno seems to have created a niche for itself by serving some truly delicious Bengali cuisine. The decor is elegant and uncluttered and the staff are friendly and helpful when explaining the various dishes on the menu. Try the tandoori dishes for a taste of India with a difference. The lamb shank cooked in Bengali herbs and spices is tender and delicious while the citrus beef curry is fantastic. Open for lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Indian
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Armagh and Colombo St
City
Christchurch

The Rock

For food with a view visitors should head to The Rock Restaurant in Christchurch. The Rock has a range of outdoor and indoor tables available at Sumner Beach. With an extensive wine list as well as a full menu, diners can't go wrong when choosing The Rock. The antipasto platter is a great way to snack away the afternoon, but since you're at the beach you can't go wrong when ordering the fish and chips. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Local
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
22A Esplanade, Sumner Beach
City
Christchurch

Tiffany's

Tiffany's is one of Christchurch's most popular restaurants, and with good reason. The service is excellent and the food has won numerous awards including the New Zealand Beef and Lamb Award for 14th consecutive year. If that isn't enough to tempt you then meals such as roast haunch of fiordland venison with beetroot foundant, or the trio of merino lamb with rosemary potatoes and truffle ought to! Breakfast at Tiffany's includes a class of Moet et Chandon, while their lunches are light and tasty. Bookings are essential.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
95 Oxford Terrace
City
Christchurch
Website
www.tiffanys.co.nz

Logan Brown Restaurant

Logan Brown Restaurant is an innovative and stylish restaurant in the heart of Wellington. This restaurant has an extensive wine list and a great selection of menu items to choose from. With an A La Carte Menu as well as a Bistro menu diners can't go wrong when deciding to eat at Logan Brown. To start try the rabbit and wild boar terrine, mains include line caught snapper or duck confit with smoked bacon and cranberry relish. The dessert menu is equally tempting with choices such as lime and ginger brulee or handmade chocolate truffles. Bookings are essential; Logan Brown is open every day for lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Cuba & Vivian Streets
City
Wellington
Website
www.loganbrown.co.nz

The Tasting Room

This popular Wellington restaurant is always packed, and with good reason. The Tasting Room offers diners a selection of fine wines and a selection of fantastically designed menu items. The best way to enjoy eating at this fine restaurant is to order the tasting room platter, however the lamb rump, beef wellington and seared venison dishes all come highly recommended. A cheese platter is the perfect way to end off a meal at this superb restaurant. Reservations are essential.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Courtenay Place and Cambridge Terrace
City
Wellington
Website
www.thetastingroom.co.nz

Bodrum Restaurant and Bar

Bodrum is arguably one of the best Turkish restaurants in Auckland. With an open plan kitchen diners can watch the chef as he prepares each scrumptious dish in front of you. On Fridays and Saturdays diners can enjoy entertaining belly dancing performances. Bodum has an extensive wine list as well as raki and aromatic Turkish coffee. Try the Sarai Patlican which is a tender lamb stew with jalapenos and other vegetables. The kebabs are grilled and marinated to perfection and the Eggplant Ashor, marinated ground beef with pan-friend eggplant, will have you coming back for more. Bookings recommended.

Food Type
Turkish
Price
3
Style
Trendy
Address
2 Osborne Street, Newmarket
City
Auckland
Website
www.bodrum.co.nz

Punjab Palace

Punjab Palace is one of Auckland's many Indian restaurants. What sets Punjab Palace apart is their extensive menu and the pride and personal involvement that the owners take in the day to day running of this great restaurant. With piping hot curries, perfectly cooked naan and meat dishes done to perfection, Punjab Palace serves food fit for royalty. Try the Mango Chincken for something different, or the Lamb Rogen Josh for some of India's finest spices and New Zealand's best lamb. Bring along a bottle of wine and enjoy a great Indian feast. Bookings essential.

Food Type
Indian
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
164 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby and 71-D Great South Road, Papakura.
City
Auckland
Website
www.punjabpalace.co.nz

Saison

For French cuisine at its best visit Saison. This French restaurant serves up an exciting array of stylish meat and seafood dishes. Using seasonal vegetables and only the best meat available Saison will tantalize your taste buds in all the right ways. Saison has a great wine selection including local and international wines. The roasted John Dory with pumpkin gnocchi comes highly recommended as does the roast duck with bitter chocolate jus. Be sure to save space for one of their desserts. Reservations essential.

Food Type
French
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
417 Manukau Road, Epsom
City
Auckland

Industry Zen

Auckland has a large selection of Japanese restaurants and sushi bars, but Industry Zen is a cut above the rest. With authentic Japanese decor and traditional Japanese meals this restaurant will transport you to Japan for the evening. Industry Zen is definitely one of the best sushi restaurants in Auckland and is often fully booked. Their sushi is made to perfection and the sushi wraps are a hit. Industry Zen also serves a decadent selection of Japanese tapas including crumbed rock oysters, fried squid legs and traditional Japanese Gyoza. The green tea ice-cream is the perfect way to end your meal. Bookings essential.

Food Type
Japanese
Price
3
Style
Trendy
Address
104D Customs Street
City
Auckland

Bayou

Bayou is a one of a kind restaurant in Christchurch. Taking inspiration from Creole and Cajun food this restaurant is inventive with tastes and presentation. Dining at Bayou is an experience not to be missed. The Seafood Gumbo gets rave reviews, particularly on a chilly winter's day. The Jambalaya is just the right amount of spice and the Bourbon Street Crepes are the perfect end to a delicious meal.

Food Type
Creole
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
12 Wakefield Ave
City
Christchurch

Nobanno

Nabanno is a food-lover's delight. Christchurch has a variety of quality restaurants but Nabanno seems to have created a niche for itself by serving some truly delicious Bengali cuisine. The decor is elegant and uncluttered and the staff are friendly and helpful when explaining the various dishes on the menu. Try the tandoori dishes for a taste of India with a difference. The lamb shank cooked in Bengali herbs and spices is tender and delicious while the citrus beef curry is fantastic. Open for lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Indian
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Armagh and Colombo St
City
Christchurch

The Rock

For food with a view visitors should head to The Rock Restaurant in Christchurch. The Rock has a range of outdoor and indoor tables available at Sumner Beach. With an extensive wine list as well as a full menu, diners can't go wrong when choosing The Rock. The antipasto platter is a great way to snack away the afternoon, but since you're at the beach you can't go wrong when ordering the fish and chips. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Local
Price
2
Style
Trendy
Address
22A Esplanade, Sumner Beach
City
Christchurch

Tiffany's

Tiffany's is one of Christchurch's most popular restaurants, and with good reason. The service is excellent and the food has won numerous awards including the New Zealand Beef and Lamb Award for 14th consecutive year. If that isn't enough to tempt you then meals such as roast haunch of fiordland venison with beetroot foundant, or the trio of merino lamb with rosemary potatoes and truffle ought to! Breakfast at Tiffany's includes a class of Moet et Chandon, while their lunches are light and tasty. Bookings are essential.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
95 Oxford Terrace
City
Christchurch
Website
www.tiffanys.co.nz

Logan Brown Restaurant

Logan Brown Restaurant is an innovative and stylish restaurant in the heart of Wellington. This restaurant has an extensive wine list and a great selection of menu items to choose from. With an A La Carte Menu as well as a Bistro menu diners can't go wrong when deciding to eat at Logan Brown. To start try the rabbit and wild boar terrine, mains include line caught snapper or duck confit with smoked bacon and cranberry relish. The dessert menu is equally tempting with choices such as lime and ginger brulee or handmade chocolate truffles. Bookings are essential; Logan Brown is open every day for lunch and dinner.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Cuba & Vivian Streets
City
Wellington
Website
www.loganbrown.co.nz

The Tasting Room

This popular Wellington restaurant is always packed, and with good reason. The Tasting Room offers diners a selection of fine wines and a selection of fantastically designed menu items. The best way to enjoy eating at this fine restaurant is to order the tasting room platter, however the lamb rump, beef wellington and seared venison dishes all come highly recommended. A cheese platter is the perfect way to end off a meal at this superb restaurant. Reservations are essential.

Food Type
Local
Price
4
Style
Trendy
Address
Corner of Courtenay Place and Cambridge Terrace
City
Wellington
Website
www.thetastingroom.co.nz

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