Beautiful ambiance and friendly service, but disappointing value two years ago. Three small pieces…read moreof chicken surrounded by breads for well over $40, with extra charge for tzatziki; flavors tasted not okay but lacked authenticity. Great looks and ambience, but expect pricey breads over meats.

We booked for two and both our meals were below average. I had the prawns, they were nice but came…read moreon a whole bed of mesculin salad, no dressing, just that. No other veges and the excuse was chef is away? I mean hello, we are paying full price for a half meal. The lamb my husband had was salty. The waitress was nice but the overall place was reaklly ordinary.

Excellent food, a good selection, and great service. The atmosphere evokes Mediterranean ambiance,…read moremaking dining in feel inviting.

When date night comes around, but the weather is too cold I look towards our local area for good…read morefood ! We decided to try this lovely place, i don't think this place has been here long but it seems really busy in terms of takeout. I guess everyone loves a good kebab !! But let's talk about the food, which is what we're here for !! Two things we got, the chicken shish (large) and a little share platter (chicken and beef)- I'm horrible with name so you're going to have to go by my description and photo ! Lols So firstly the chicken shish, the large platter comes with the chicken, rice, hummus, yoghurt with an olive on top. Flavor I will have to say 3/5 it was nice but I felt that it was lacking that kick or punch. Whilst I don't know how real Turkish food taste... I feel like they like their flavors so I feel like the chicken should have a bit more kick in them. The rice was light and fluffy!! The hummus was really nice to have with the chicken and the little green thing on the side (again I AM SORRY !! I am horrible with names!!). Next the platter! It comes with beef and chicken shavings (well that's what I call them cause they gotta shave the meat whilst it goes around and around and around ) The platter comes with Turkish bread, olives, humus and yoghurt like dip and salad. I may have forgotten a few things but that's what's the picture is for !! Lols, overall the platter was like an average platter you would get (i.e. Cheese platter) Overall the place isn't too bad for a kebab stop or for a little Shish or even dessert ! Even though I haven't tried it lols. But with the total bill being nearly 50$ it's a little disappointing! But hey that's my say, I still think y'all should give it a try !! Peace !!

10's across the board. I finished my whole plate the chicken was grilled perfectly. The salad was…read morefresh. Even the French fries had the right amount of salt on them. This was a good meal after walking around City Centre..

I realize Kiwi's don't often use Yelp as much as compared to Google Maps, but Celine was a…read morefantastic find in the heart of Auckland. I stopped by to check out the menu and left. I wanted to see what else was around the vicinity. Ultimately, I came back to order. The owner recognized me immediately and thanked me for coming back! To much of my surprise, i felt very valued and honored. My wife and I ordered the kebab plate and shared it because we knew the portions were very generous. It was supremely delicious and I wish the USA places would take note of Celine's platters. Definitely would come back again.... only if I didn't live half way across the world!

One of the few places in Auckland that offers a good selection of middle eastern cuisine. Their…read morelahmuajeen is good and they also do a Circassian chicken dish which is unusual to find in a restaurant.

Really good food!!! Was pleasantly surprised about the authenticity of the food. I went to Morocco…read moreand have to say this place is better than most of the places I tried in Morocco. The food portions are very generous. I went for the Moroccan lamb tagine and my wife went for the lamb wrap both were excellent. We did baklava for dessert was a bit too sweet for us but still good.

Meditarrean foreign delights, or perhaps just pure Italian treats, Fig & Olive is a place for those…read morewith good taste. I enjoyed a Salmon dish here with roast potatoes and hollandaise sauce as a garnish. I slurped it up quickly, then wished I'd savoured the flavours more. They are smallish servings if you're comparing them to most American fare, but as gourmet dishes go, it's enough to satisfy most appetites. The restaurant was nicely decorated with paintings of famous cathedrals, woven jackets, a persian rug and other such interesting odds and ends. The staff were lovely and attentive throughout my stay. I'd come again.

Good atmosphere, for a Sunday dinner out, plenty of different choices. Some dishes were either a…read morebit undercooked or over cooked but the steak was spot on

tried this tapas bar/ mediterranian food when we travelled to Auckland. the food was amazing. we…read moregot the chicken risotto, arancini, kofta kebab and the chorizo. we also tried their cocktails. the ambiance is very hippy. the staff were pretty cool and welcoming. also gave is a recommendation for a dessert which we ended up getting. we got the almond tart which was a good way to end our dinner. would definitely recommend if you ever visit this part of New Zealand.

Mezze is a very charming space, that gives indulgent traditional vibes. It came up in a search of…read morerestaurants near my hotel and I was able to walk there. I didn't get the ordering situation right off the bat. You get a menu from the bar then sit, decide what to order, then place your order at the bar. You also pay when you place your order. I went with the lamb burger and a cider. The fries with the lamb burger were amazing as was the cider. The burger was well prepared but not seasoned the way I prefer. I'd totally return to Mezze and try something else. It's a very cool spot, worth the visit.

First and foremost... it was the welcoming feeling of walking in... feeling like I was at home with…read morefamily. KOSTAS is an amazing human being! The food is the cherry on top. Hospitality is surreal and the food was delicious! Some of the best Greek food I have ever experienced and the pasta was exquisite. I had many places to go eat in Auckland but this was by far the best choice. I went almost every day - i was on vacation for 15 days. Ordered something at least 10 of those days! Didn't regret it ever Coming back soon! Thank you for the best experience and Sweet memories

Probably one of only two true Greek restaurants I've found in NZ, the other being Akropolis in…read moreWhangārei . The food is great. The ambience is a nice Mediterranean décor. I rate it a 4.5 only because they're missing dsoutzoukakia) and kritharaki on the menu, which I'd prefer over most Italian dishes, but both cuisines are great at El Greco, just like the service. Still, it's easily close to a 5 and my favourite Greek spot in NZ. But it's not a full 5 yet, but 4 would be too low :)

If you want to have authentic Greek food in Auckland then Niko's Pizza on the North Shore is…read moreperfect for this occasion. Located on Anzac Street a short walk from the busy Hurstmere road, is this awesome eatery that brings you tasty Greek food with flair. The happy and charming Niko was at hand for my first ever experience, full of laughter and entertainment. As my partner and I were the only inside diners that evening, he recommended a lovely bottle of Pinot Noir which was accepted. I really wanted to try the Greek Special Pizza- and accompanied by a Greek salad- I was happy to sit, and sip wine and eat pizza for a while. I felt like I could have been back in Greece, I was surrounded by Greek food, music, decor, and great service. I had to try the Kataifi for dessert and this recipe I was told came directly via Athens. A delicious Greek pastry filled with almonds, walnuts and pistachio. Just divine. I know there are not many places in Auckland like Niko's Pizza, you have genuine service from the owner, and you can sense his passion for what he does and the love of his home country.

I almost gave Niko's four stars because the owner (Niko maybe?) is so lovely but at the end of the…read moreday their pizza isn't amazing and it's quite expensive ($25 for a plain Napoletana) given the quality of the ingredients and the size of the pizzas. Don't get me wrong the pizzas are tasty - super thin crust with liberally applied, fresh ingredients but my Napoletana had way too much Oregano (which was dried, not fresh) and not enough basil pesto. Plus when we called to order our takeouts we got the answering machine, which told us to leave a message with our order but when we called back 15mins later to confirm they say they never got it. Plus we wanted delivery and they simply said they weren't doing delivery tonight. Perhaps it was too busy, it was a Friday after all! Judging by the wait time and how busy the restaurant was when we picked up our pizzas at 9:45pm, it's clear that Niko's is a local favourite but for me, i'd rather make the hike across the bridge to Dante's or Toto's!

Amazing food, authentic Middle Eastern selections and a great ambiance in the middle of town…read more Plenty of choice and the service was prompt. A little pricey but probably worth it.

Israeli and Middle Eastern food in a trendy CBD location with intriguing decor. I was drawn in by…read morethe "Real Falafel Dish," which was clearly marked "Vegan" on the menu outside, so I dragged my meat-and-potatoes parents in here for lunch. The Vegan Real Falafel Dish was nice, with lots of salads (diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and greens) stuffed into pita bread with a generous amount of falafels. It came with homemade hummus and this interesting green dip that is apparently from Yemen and was super-spicy! (Mr. Google tells me this dip is called "zhug" and is made out of cilantro, parsley, and hot peppers.) The falafel balls had a nice flavour, but they tasted a little too greasy and oily for my liking. Falafels are a tricky thing and everyone has their own preference -- to me, these were just a little too deep-fried and crunchy (I prefer softer, less oily falafels). But they were still nice. My dad had the "Brick Lane Salt Beef Sandwich" (pastrami, kosher pickles and mustard) and complained that the meat was still way too salty for his liking, in spite of the name. I don't think any of us have ever had Israeli food before, so maybe that explains it? The atmosphere of the place was cool, with interesting art and tapestries on the walls, and curtains dividing up the space. The service wasn't great. We arrived at the beginning of the lunch hour (11:45am) and several other tables were approached and served before us even though we had arrived first. They were also very slow to bring us the bill. The table itself was rickety and kept swinging every time we moved. Almost made me knock over my water glass -- should really be fixed. All in all, I won't hurry back although my dish was interesting and not bad for a unique dining experience.

Visited this wonderful place last Wednesday for a family 77th Birthday Party. Last visit was a…read morecouple of years ago and both time I was really impressed. To me this is authentic Italian cuisine. All the classics, a couple of good specials, kid friendly, and a decent selection of wines. Service is pretty good with a slight family feel, but don't expect fast service, instead relax and enjoy the unhurried atmosphere as the hot summer sun makes way for a cool breeze, and the kids can peek over the fence and explore the adjacent Whangaparoa Railway and animals close by. Perfetto!

From the owner: Welcome to Abruzzo Itlaian Restaurant – a beloved Italian eatery located in the heart of…read more Birkenhead on Auckland’s North Shore, just a 15-minute drive from the CBD. For 18 years, we’ve been serving authentic Italian cuisine crafted with passion and tradition. Our specialty? Wood-fired pizzas with perfectly blistered crusts, and fresh pasta made in-house daily. Whether you’re after a casual family dinner or a cozy date night, our warm hospitality and timeless recipes will make you feel like family. Come taste 18 years of tradition—just minutes from the city.