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9. Ima Cuisine
Overall Ratings
4 based on 352 reviews
Middle Eastern inspired breakfast, lunch and a family-style sharing dinner. Cooking has always been the focus of my life, I've been a cook since my early teens. However when I left Israel to study in the UK, it really dawned on me just how important good
Reviewed By mirigold
Ima provides a cozy setting for meals. We enjoyed the lunch menu and definitely want to return for the more family-style dinner. It was fun sampling baked goods, with spoons provided for tasting. The take-out salads and Imaâs great cookbook added to the experience. We had Cypiot salad with half I cheese, shmitzl and shakshuka with homemade Merguez sausages. We were fortunate to meet Yael, the owner and chef. Well worth the visit. It goes beyond humus and felalfel.
8. Pasta & Cuore
Overall Ratings
4 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By Acineto
You can see them hand make the pasta in the shop window so you know that the pasta here is going to be good. There isn't a lot of seating inside but they also have an outside area which has heating and more tables. The menu looks interesting as it looks like a hand made scrap book and there is a decent selection of pastas and other food inside. They also had specials in a bottle on the table. The service was quite good, being checked on a couple of times before ordering and a couple more afterwards. Had the zucchini carpaccio to share at the start. It didn't look like what I expected since the zuccini were in rolls instead of flat but it was really tasty with the balsamic and parmesan. I had the special potato, mushroom and truffle ravioli and it was delicious. The butter sauce with the pasta and creamy potato filling was just amazing. So simple and tasty. I also had the budino chocolate pudding and that was a bit different than what I had expected (more like a flan instead of a cake) but delicious nonetheless. A really good place if you are craving pasta. The only issue was that like other great pasta places, the portions are fairly small, I could easily devour two or three plates but it was almost $30 a plate. It also looked like you could buy some pasta to cook at home.
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7. Mezze Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 284 reviews
Reviewed By Foodbusters_Rebecca
The Mezze Bar pronounced as meh-ZEH) was created 23years ago. It was a creation of 3 kiwi friends who travelled through the Middle East, Mediterranean and exotic parts of Africa. The culture, hospitality, tastes of food they had experienced is the inspiration for the mezze, 2 generations later the inspiration continues.Situated in the cultural heart of the CBD itâs buzzing handy location is ideal for pre show post clubbing or alternatively an oasis of relief from the city outside with its home away from home ambience they are open from 7am weekdays til late.What does it offer casual dining simple tasty delectable bites to full meals good selection of wines and beers They have espresso coffee and cakes all made in house displayed at the bar in a glass cabinet to drool over it all looks delicious and available anytime.The menu caters for all food types vegan,vegetarian and meat lovers Whatâs great about this menu itâs easy to skim through, prices are affordable and just a pleasure to read. (Mouth-watering ingredients, variety of colourful choices) There is no rush to order as there is no waiting staff⦠which is ideal if your one of those people who like to change your mind a zillion times LOL. Once a decision is made make your way up to the Bar and pay. Simple as that! Staff/Service is great, all our orders brought to the table, every plate presented beautifully good size portions and the aromas of spices charcoal grilled veges & meats Amazing Balls.As we buzzed out over our meals, drinks in hand, chatting, the dream of what the owners had foreseen was alive and well amongst our foodies. The mains/tapas;Patatas Bravas roasted paprika potato chunks with tomato salsa aioli: Mushrooms & Chorizo sizzled with garlic parsley lemon juice side of wood fired bread: Mini Roasted chicken drums with spicy peanut sauce Ceviche Tapa white fish marinated in lemon juices coconut cream coriander Kofte Kebab skewered Turkish meatballs hummus black tahini & spices with hot Turkish bread Parmesan Polenta chips All the above dishes and we unanimously approve that it was Seasoned well had the right amount of heat and spices, sauces and breads, great accompaniment, charcoaled just right, elevating its flavoursThe Desserts; Carrot cake cream cheese icing Exotic Algerian date cake side of Greek yogurtChocolate buttermilk cakeBerry custard CakeOML (Oh My Life) every spoonful and bite, creamy, zesty, chocolate-tee Delights! DO not skip dessert, its a definite must to end your meal and an absolute great way to wind down a wonderful dining experience. So a few things to note;No booking required for 3 or less people.Booking required for large groups & if you need to make sure for any special occasion.Pay at the Bar drinks & meals - self service situation Parking on weekends are great as they have capped prices around the CBD. Great for vegans & vegetarians. Great for families.Affordable value/great menu for sharing.The Mezze gets a 4/5 wow that's an extensive and great review Rebecca - thanks so much for being so enthusiastic! and yes! we did have some amazing travel experiences that were the fuel and inspiration for everything at the Mezze Bar... lots of stories :-)See you again soon,Clare, Sal and Ed at the Mez
6. Gerome Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 142 reviews
Our philosophy is that food is reflective of many elements - a way of thinking, a view into someone's culture and the nostalgia of one's upbringing. The food at 'gerome' is indicative of this - approachable yet contemporary. Join us on a unique culinary j
Reviewed By ElsaMiro
What a fantastic start to our holiday dining at Gerome. Online reservation slick with reply and welcome.Very friendly staff innovative food presented so well.. complex flavors that worked so well. Great range of wine by glass the Provence rose matched Greek food very well. So good too when you ask for dishes to come out spread over time they do. Just loved the sharing plates. Interior of restaurant cool.. music added to ambience...a wonderful night. Just wish we had Gerome in Tauranga
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5. Vivace Restaurant & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 366 reviews
Vivace Restaurant and Bar is one of the best inner city restaurants Auckland has to offer. The environment is lively, offers a warm ambience with excellent table service, a superb wine list and a menu which caters for diverse palates.The food is always of
Reviewed By Superwoman888
Met up with friends at this venue on a Thursday evening.We had booked and received a reminder email prior to the evening, which is appreciated by those always on the go and such timely reminders are a help.It was a very pleasant night out. The food was delicious and looked enticing. Ingredients were fresh and plentiful. The ambiance and warmth was very comfortable.Service was happy and attentive. The restaurant was not fully occupied and noise level was hovering on quiet chatter.Coffee was great. We did not indulge in dessert. Looking ahead to a return visit.Hi Superwoman888,Thanks for sharing the love on TripAdvisor.Have an amazing week and we look forward to seeing you on another occasion.Regards Steve
4. Scarecrow
Overall Ratings
4 based on 269 reviews
Scarecrow is a unique cafe/restaurant - it's an urban farmers market, contemporary kitchen and florist - celebrating the best of our region. We showcase the best seasonal produce from our region, by choosing to dine with us you are supporting small local
Reviewed By Luke D
4 for breakfast, service was great, the cafe was nice and everything was good. The French Toast was excellent, but everything else was just good. We all left happy and would probably want to go back again, but I kind of expected more.... maybe if the counter was full there may have been that magic item that pushed the experience over into 5 stars.
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3. Apero Food & Wine
Overall Ratings
5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By hannahsB2256BY
A gorgeous little wine bar/restaurant with sharing plates. The staff were super friendly and down to earth. They didnât rush us out the door. Ordered bread, lamb rump, raw trevally, roasted cauliflower and petit fours. The flavours were outstanding, especially the trevally. The petit fours werenât that exciting.Would definitely recommend this restaurant for groups or couples and hope to be back soon.
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2. Cafe Midnight Express
Overall Ratings
4 based on 527 reviews
Found in 1989 in the heart of Auckland.Since then we have been providing the most famous Mediterranean and Turkish cuisines.
Reviewed By Vahis
I would never go to this restaurant without TripAdvisor. We were at the Casino in Sky City and would like to eat something. I noticed that place from TripA and it was absolutely worth of those good points!They have good offers where you could select your menu which would cost 25/30/35 local dollars (15-21â¬). Of course itâs also possible select your food from normal menu but those offers are much more economical ones.My meze platter was great and also lamb moussaka was tasty one. The portion eas even too big!Thatâs one of the best place compared to price - guality level!Thanks for great review.We have small entrance and not really recognized by a lot of people.This year is our 30th anniversary also.Hope you see you again...
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1. Madriz Spanish Tapas Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 152 reviews
We're bringing the experience of an authentic Madrid Tapas Bar to the heart of Auckland with Spanish national products every day. Taste the best Pintxos, Paellas, Salads, Slow Cook Roast Lamb & More... Share with family or friends the great taste of true
Reviewed By Mashed_Potato_Review
Situated downtown Auckland, Madriz is a central location with easy access. They boast an authentic Spanish menu with absolutely delicious flavors and combinations and they're canape style plating and menu options make them great for sharing. 3 mains and 3 beverages totalled $90 so decent value for money :)
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