One of New Zealand’s most respected chefs, Ben Bayly has built a career championing local produce, people and the country’s evolving food culture. His Auckland recommendations cover the city from every angle, from destination restaurants and local heroes to neighbourhood bars, great coffee and enduring institutions.
10 venues in Auckland
From destination dining and wine bars to rooftop drinks, ice cream and neighbourhood favourites, Ben’s guide captures Auckland at its most varied, with plenty of places worth returning to.
280 Karangahape Road, Auckland CBD Auckland
Commercial Bay Level 1/7 Queen Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
854 Dominion Road, Mount Eden Auckland
6/8 Vulcan Lane, Auckland CBD Auckland
354a Karangahape Road, Auckland CBD Auckland
400 Titirangi Road, Titirangi Auckland
Commercial Bay Level 2/7 Queen Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
Level 21/1 Queen Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
1 Queen Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
12 Gore Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
280 Karangahape Road, Auckland CBD Auckland
Commercial Bay Level 1/7 Queen Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
854 Dominion Road, Mount Eden Auckland
6/8 Vulcan Lane, Auckland CBD Auckland
354a Karangahape Road, Auckland CBD Auckland
400 Titirangi Road, Titirangi Auckland
Commercial Bay Level 2/7 Queen Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
Level 21/1 Queen Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
1 Queen Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
12 Gore Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
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Auckland is a city best eaten neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Start by the water, follow the pasta and wine up K’ Road, then make room for Samoan cooking, modern New Zealand dining and a couple of excuses to stay out late. Nine places that show just how much ground Auckland’s food scene covers.
See what diners are saving, sharing, and talking across the city.
Auckland is a city best eaten neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Start by the water, follow the pasta and wine up K’ Road, then make room for Samoan cooking, modern New Zealand dining and a couple of excuses to stay out late. Nine places that show just how much ground Auckland’s food scene covers.
