Auckland Dining
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Dining out in Auckland is an experience not to be missed. With perhaps the largest multicultural mix of dining venues in New Zealand, Auckland is able to satisfy virtually every palette imaginable. The most popular spots for dining are The Viaduct, Ponsonby Road, Parnell and the charming village of Devonport, a ferry ride across the Waitamata harbour. Here you will find a variety of restaurants and cafes bringing the flavours of Coastal New Zealand to your plate in styles from around the world. Choose from Japanese, Thai, Chinese, Mexican, Italian and Indian dishes or try distinctive New Zealand specialties including Kumera (sweet potato), crayfish, greenlip mussels and Bluff Oysters. Auckland is situated on a large harbour and the varieties of fish found in these waters is unique as well. Favourites include Snapper, Tarakihi, Blue Cod, gurnard and kingfish but there are a multitude of others to choose from. Of course not all the selections on the menu are from the sea and the splendid pastures, mountains and rivers of New Zealand provide high quality meats of lamb, venison beef and salmon. The wines are suitably matched for the meals and the Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, crisp whites and balanced reds make for a special dining experience. However not all dining venues cater for the fine dining experience, there are a huge selection of casual dining restaurants and cafes which provide tasty, affordable food which everyone will enjoy. Dining options on Auckland Tours and at Auckland Attractions are of a very good quality and served in the New Zealand style.
Everyone in Auckland has a “local” favourite for a romantic dinner, coffee with friends or takeaway special and the best part about these venues is they are no longer a secret. Most dining options are well publicised and you don’t have to travel far to find what you are looking for. The café scene in Auckland is vibrant, trendy and a large part of Auckland life. Cafes range from waterfront classy venues through to snug, character filled places, some which have galleries and gift shops included. Auckland Hotels and accommodation also provide award winning restaurants and cafes within. Auckland holidays with kids are easy with good options for family dining in the City and the suburbs. Needless to say there are also a great number of friendly bars and bistros connecting the restaurants and cafes for a swanky counter meal. There are some excellent themed restaurants in Auckland which have some unique qualities. The Kermadec Ocean Fresh Restaurant at the Auckland Viaduct has an underground cocktail bar with music, a Japanese restaurant, specialised group dining and roof top dining while the Circus Circus cafe/restaurant at Mt Eden has a Circus theme and is popular with families, especially the children.
