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.

Mezze bar is a great place to go to if you want some small plates to share for the table. This was…read moreour first restaurant that my family and I had the time to sit down and eat while on holiday. We didn't make a reservation and was still able to be seated which is nice since there's five of us. The food was all pretty good. We all felt satisfied and enjoyed it. My favorites were the Parmesan polenta chips and mushroom risotto. All the food on their menu looks great to try and it's hustling and hustling inside as well. They also have sangrias to go with the tapas as well.

The food is okay but obviously the waitress didn't mention that I almost ordered the same salad as…read morethe side dish ... The creamy mussels are my favorite though.

Wonderful night at Nicolino in Devonport. Great food & service, with a warm, genuine atmosphere…read more The waitress was very helpful with offering menu suggestions and we were not disappointed. The beef moussaka accompanied by a Mythos beer were a delicious pairing. We'll definitely be back!

Over the weekend, two friends and I were invited to dine at Bodrum Market in Westfield Newmarket's…read morenew rooftop dining precinct. It was a fantastic lunch, thanks to the lovely food, cocktails, ambience and service. Bodrum Market is run by one of my favourite hospitality companies - Nazar Group. Founded by Alex Isik and Nigar Ivgen, they own restaurants all over Auckland, including Feriza's, Miss Istanbul, Ottoman Mezze Lounge, NOA Chargrill + Burger, Devon on the Wharf, Mozaik Caffe, Deco Eatery, Casablanca and Bodrum Kitchen. All of their restaurants bring a slice of the Mediterranean to the table - featuring Turkish, Greek, Moroccan and Middle Eastern dishes... so we were really excited to check it out! Walking in, we absolutely loved the interior of Bodrum Market, which is inspired by Istanbul's Grand Bazaar and the streets of Bodrum City. While I have not yet been to Istanbul (it is on the list!), I immediately felt transported to an exotic city! We were seated in one of their booths, which overlooks the dining area and bar. If you dine at Bodrum Market, you must order a cocktail! We tried three which were all refreshing and delicious. My top picks are the Bombay Masala Talkies - Gin infused with masala tea, butterfly pea flower syrup, lemon juice and Mediterranean tonic water; the Sultan Treat with Russian vodka, rose petal water, fresh pomegranate, lime juice and pomegranate molasses; and the Aam Pana Cooler with Tequila, orange liqueur, raw mango puree, roasted cumin powder, lemon juice and lemonade. (Seriously, typing this now makes my mouth water!!!) And now for the most important part, the food! Bodrum Market is offering diners an authentic experience by serving four different cuisines - Indian, Italian, Turkish and Latin American Asado, just like the traditional food markets of the Mediterranean. Their aim is to showcase unique flavours from each of their teams' homelands. We were lucky enough to get a sneak peak through their kitchen and admired their Wood-Fired Pizza Oven, Asado Grill and Doner Kebab machine. There are many options on the menu to suit a range of palates, and I recommend sharing if possible so you can try a few dishes. We trusted the team to bring us a few of their favourites from each of the four cuisines to try, including Olives and Feta with almonds and dates, Chicken Lollipops with chili sauce, Grilled Octopus with new potatoes, paprika butter, garlic aioli and parsley, Beef Short Ribs with Chimichurri sauce and Prosciutto Pizza with fresh rocket, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella and Parmesan. We loved that everything was super fresh, flavourful and tasty, plus every dish was full of colour. Our favourites were the Beef Short Rib - lathered in a beautiful Chimichurri sauce and the meat was melting off the bone! The Chicken Lollipops were also a highlight, and we surprisingly enjoyed the Grilled Octopus... must admit those tentacles freaked us out a bit! For dessert, we tried their Loukoumades - light and fluffy Greek honey puffs, drizzled in chocolate sauce and served with pink fairy floss, ice cream and pistachios. You will definitely want to save room for this dessert! For a further sweet treat, head outside to the entrance of Bodrum Market to admire the displays of Baklava, Chocolate Baklava and Turkish Delight - definitely recommend buying a few pieces for the ride home. Thank you Bodrum Market for a FAB dining experience - we cannot wait to come back! x

Comforting food for a cold winter night. A small place but it was busy so you know it must be good…read moreand there were a few tables outside with heaters nearby that accommodated myself and my friends. We got garlic pizza bread to share and I then had the gnocchi alla gorgonzola - a creamy pasta dish with meatballs - loved that this place had a large range of Italian cuisine dishes to choose from

YUM! This quaint and rustic little Italian gem is just up Devonport's main street, boasting a…read morediverse menu of great value. I took my girlfriend there for a special occasion dinner, and we loved it. Their antipasto platter is fantastic, everything you'd want from cured meats and cheeses to olives and an amazing preserve. For mains we chose the canneloni [a bit dry in the meat, but still tastes delicious] and the breaded veal scallopini with baked mozzarella and eggplant. The veal was incredible. We also had the joy of BYOW, an Italian chianti from Wine Direct [check them out in Ponsonby/Parnell]. The wait staff was also very warm and friendly, I was eager to leave a tip. We'll be back!

We had 3 entrees at this visit. We got a burger, kebab wrap and fish and chips. The fish and chips…read morewere good but not great. The burger and kebab wrap were both disappointing. The staff members were friendly but for a location with 4.2 stars, it was a let down.

We were only in town for a short bit. However, definitely one of the best cheeseburgers I've had in…read morea long time. Well done!

Traveling around NZ for the last month and looking for something different. Cafe Midnight Express…read moreoffered us a fantastic meal with great, attentive service. I honestly feel my chicken shish was the best meal I've had since we started the trip! We were told that everything was prepared in house and the flavors were delicious. House wine was a bit of a disappointment but the food more than made up for that.

Had a good dinner here. BF had the kofte and I had the doner kebab. We finished with a slice of…read morechocolate cake. Everything was great! The place was busy, but service was still quite good. Our waiter was seriously multitasking! I'm always appreciative when somebody works that hard so I have a good experience.

ferizas is a nice spot in the viaduct harbor/ wynyard area for Turkish food! the food service is…read morepretty quick but they were not very attentive with our table so we kept having to ask around for the waiter. they have indoor and outdoor seating and it is great for groups. they have a pretty wide menu and drink selection. the Greek meatballs and the slow cooked lamb were very flavorful and breads were also well made. i would return if in the area.

Really disappointed in this place tonight. An American girl…read morenamed Dee ( on the docket)stared at me condescendingly every time I tried to catch her eye for 45 minutes and didn't call out my order name once. Other orders ready were called out multiple times but not once did she say my name. I didn't ask was it ready as I didn't want to be a pain when they were obviously onto it calling out the names. Finally I asked 45 minutes later and she looked under the bench and said oh yeah here it is.My food was totally cold when I got it and I wanted to say something to her but she flipped her ponytail and turned away. I get that it was just forgotten or whatever but there was no apology offered at all. I love the food at this place but the staff needs talking to about customer service and using their brains if they see a customer waiting a long time.

I feel like Fatimas is a really great place. Their food is good and for the most part seems to be…read morereasonably healthy (apart from their deep fried potato tot things). The main problem is that it's really expensive. Considering it's located at the heart of Ponsonby rd though, that's hardly a surprise. Their milkshakes are really hot stuff. I usually get one of the vegetarian kebab thing, some tots, and a milk shake when I go there. You gotta admit, that's an undeniably classic line up. The aforementioned potato tot things are bloody delicious. Really really into them. I also like their neon sign. Fatimas gets really damn busy, so if you're going to hit them up during the peak period, expect a bit of a wait.

I like anything in the CBD that isn't another gross fastfood chainstore. And I really like that…read moreTank is now right in town. Usually a preserve of suburban shopping malls, Tank shops produce reliably yummy juice to a standard recipe, and like to add in things you wouldn't normally think about putting in your body (like shots of mushed up grasses and stuff). The High Street branch gets very stuffy and crowded at peak hours, but the staff have been really patient with my annoying off-the-menu requests. If you're thirsty in the CBD, there's also another Tank on the corner of Elliot and Victoria Streets, which I think from memory is all shiny and new.

Look, I'm an avid bloody juice fan. I don't like fizzy drinks because I'm a freak, and juice is the…read moreonly thing that hits the spot. I get freshly squeezed juice on the reg. Tank is a pretty reliable juice bar. I mean, you know what you're going to get and it very rarely ever varies in quality. It's consistent. I get the Tank C every time. It's pineapple, orange and lemon juice. The pricing is a little steep, but I think that's the same with all freshly squeezed juice places. It kills me that the difference between a medium and a large size juice is something like, 80 cents or whatever, because it always makes me choose large and I always, always feel sick afterwards. There is such thing as juice overload. If you want, you can get shots of wheatgrass and healthy junk mixed into your juice or smoothie, but personally it's not my jam. The High Street branch is always warm inside, I don't know why. The shared table seating is okay but I recommend you take out for a better juice experience.

Point One: This café looks like a nice European eatery…read more Point Two: This café is more confused than John Key's dealings with Kim Dot Com. Named Café Byzantium, a Greek city that became the Turkish Istanbul, it advertises Roma coffee, has a wall of Australian and New Zealand wines, a huge painting of Napoleon and is run by Asian staff. Let me give you an example of an order in this pseudo-European café: -Could I have the Esk Valley Cab Merlot please? Hmm here is a Villa Maria Merlot- this one? -Erm no, the Esk Valley please? *leaves me at the foot of the stairs and returns handing me a glass of red* -Sorry is this the Esk Valley Cab Merlot? This is Esk Valley, yes. -True, but you've poured me a Rosé. Oh. *gets new staff member* A merlot? Yes the Villa Maria is Merlot. -No could I have the Esk Valley Cab Merlot please?...

This was an old favourite of mine when I worked around the corner during the late 90s and on the…read moresurface not much is different. While it has changed hands, the owners have done everything they can to enhance what is good about this place; primarily getting a liquor license and opening for dinner. The Eggs Benedict here with Spinach and Avocado were always the absolute best in town and while the avocado is not quite as generous and the hollandaise a bit thinner, it's basically the same. In fact, the whole menu is pretty much as it always was, as is the decor. There are a few unfortunate additions, notably the clangy artworks that just don't belong with the byzantine theme and the ugly sandblasting signage on the window. If you can get past that though, Byzantium is still a winner. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the food and coffee good. I intend to try dinner here some time soon.