Maia Atvars is part of a new generation helping shape Auckland’s contemporary dining scene, with an approach grounded in good produce and sharp, considered cooking. His recommendations show an appetite that stretches well beyond the polished dining room, from hi-fi drinks and old-school Cantonese to a no-frills bowl of ramen.
4 venues in Auckland
Refined dining, late-night listening, classic Cantonese and a great bowl of ramen. Maia’s picks show just how much range Auckland has to offer.
9 Princes Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
1 Queen Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
Cnr Customs Street West and Pakenham Street East, Auckland CBD Auckland
42 Totara Avenue, New Lynn Auckland
9 Princes Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
1 Queen Street, Auckland CBD Auckland
Cnr Customs Street West and Pakenham Street East, Auckland CBD Auckland
42 Totara Avenue, New Lynn 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.
