This is pretty much the sort of place I think of when I think of fish & chips. Linoleum, the hiss…read moreof the fryers, that particular smell of oil in the air. Oh, and ridiculous specials written up in vivid and taped to the window - four hot dogs, two burgers, eight fish, seven potato fritters, $5. Not quite that, but still enormous amounts of food for very small prices. The food itself is pretty good, as far as fish and chips go. The chips themselves (always the critical test) probably get a B from me - good, but not exemplary. The burgers are nice though, or at least the one I had was. AJ's earns extra points for being an important Auckland landmark. Need to know where Owairaka Ave meets Mt. Albert Road? Well actually you already do, even if you didn't realise that was what those two roads were called.

Food was very yummy worth it. Had friendly service and lovely ambiance. I would highly recommend to…read moremy friends and family.

Food was yummy. Friendly service and lovely ambiance. Would highly recommend yo my friends and…read morefamily.

Tiger Burger: Korean fusion brought by a couple joining the best of both of their backgrounds…read more Tucked in the midst of the Grey Lynn shops, it's great to finally have a fast food option that caters for people to sit in. It's frustrating when you want to try all the yummy takeaways but live too far away to take it all the way home to then eat it cold! The menu is short and sweet! 4x burgers and a weekly special. This is probably the 1st time in a while I haven't been able to finish my burger whilst snacking on the chips. Although I love the concept of the burgers and flavours, as per the menu says "all patties served medium rare, unless otherwise requested". Sadly my patty was not MR, which meant getting to the end of the burger it left a rather dry taste in my mouth - hence why I couldn't quite finish my burger. What is great about the burger is the bun - which sounds odd, but the texture is great. It really holds its weight with the amount of sauce in the burger - it doesn't fall apart in your hands or become soggy which is a huge tick in my books! Who doesn't love a Fried Chicken Burger! - Awesomely huge, although could do with just that bit more sauce. The Kimchi Fries were great value for money, eye appealing and super crispy which stopped the chips from going soggy even under the sauce and toppings. My only qualm would be that I was expecting fatter chips - I am just biased I can't help it I am just not a skinny chip person. The food is served as efficiently as if ordering takeout but in this case you can enjoy a nice sit down with a cold beer on the side. Rating: Food: 8/10 Service: 9/10 Value for Money: Very Good

I love kimchi. It…read moreall started back in high school, where a group of us would watch the same Korean drama over and over again. In one scene, the family makes kimchi. I had never seen anything like it and it was definitely a sight to watch! Prior to watching, I wasn't accustomed to Korean cuisine and hadn't even tried one single Korean dish. But the kimchi process was fascinating, and since that day, I have been (secretly) obsessed with Korean food and of course, kimchi. Cabbage never looked so good! Fast forward to today, where you can buy kimchi from various Asian stores in Auckland, but the most exciting thing I have discovered of late is Tiger Burger - burger and fries heaven... but with a twist! Kimchi in their burgers and fries! The restaurant has been open for a while, but I only managed to go a few nights' ago. I am so glad I did, because everything about Tiger Burger is awesome. Firstly, we loved the simplicity of their food and drink menus. For food, there are four burger options - beef, chicken, pork and vegetarian (plus a special every week), a few sides (fries and bites) and two desserts. Their drinks list is short too, with a few boutique beers, wines and cocktails (I tried their special of the week - 'Bae Bae' consisting of pear puree, El Dorado gold rum, ginger liqueur and cranberry juice, served in a martini glass. It tasted like pink grapefruit to me, but it was very refreshing). We also loved their non-alcoholic drinks - a must order is their Fentimans botanically brewed ginger beer! For food, we ordered the Kimcheese burger, the Vegetarian burger and of course, their famous Kimcheese fries. They were all WOW, in particular the Kimcheese fries (which I shall attempt to make at home!): Kimcheese burger - grilled beef, sauteed kimchi, aged cheddar and chilli mayo. This burger is part of Metro's Top 10 Burgers, and I can definitely see why. It's Juicy. Messy. Spicy. It oozes cheese. There's sauteed kimchi (woop woop), and the buns taste like sweet doughnuts. What's not to like about this burger?! Kimcheese fries - we absolutely LOVED them! Definitely my favourite fries in Auckland to date (sorry Poutine from The Fed). Imagine fries, topped with kimchi, aged cheddar, creme sauce, kimchi ketchup and spring onion - absolute heaven. Definitely order these! Vegetarian burger - this burger was top notch. The crispy shiitake and kumara patty was not dry (unlike other vegetarian burgers in Auckland) and was accompanied by a creamy slaw, yang nyum sauce and mayo - the perfect balance of flavours and very tasty. We also loved the interior - it's clean, the seating is wooden benches/bar stools (but it suits the place), the decor is black and white, with animal prints on the walls and there's Korean signage. The vibe is also super cool, from the music to the friendly and welcoming staff. I enjoyed every minute of my time at Tiger Burger and I'm sure you will too!

Burger craving? This lil NZ burger bar hot the spot in Auckland! First time trying tomato jam but…read morewas tasty.

Stumbled upon this gem in a row of cute shops and restaurants on the way to the train station after…read morea long morning (and afternoon) of hiking up Mount Eden and shopping in Newmarket. Coming to New Zealand, I didn't anticipate on having a burger at all, but I was so hungry and didn't know my way around Newmarket, I think coming here was actually fate. I cannot tell you how fantastic the Lamb Burger was--the meat was so tender, the burger literally melted in my mouth. I'm not much of a beetroot eater (and I'm told this is a common topping in Australian and New Zealand burgers), but it was different in a good way. The bun was also really good, so no complains about the burger at all. We also got the Potato Skins with Truffle Aioli--amaaazing! They were hot and fresh when it came to our table and the chunky portions were more than generous. It's such a shame I'm almost 9,000 miles away because I'm craving a meal from this place at this very moment. The staff were a fun bunch, especially our waiter, Liam, who was full of laughs. Great place away to eat from the shopping madness on Broadway--Osborne Lane is a super cute and nice place to hang out.

The place has cool vibes. I like sitting outside, sipping my berry soda, and being in the city at…read morenight. However: Yucky burgers. I don't get the hype.

I had seen this place have high ratings on Yelp, and my husband and I stumbled into Elliot Stables…read morefor an early dinner. Most of the food stands didn't open up for another 20mins, so we wandered around reading all of the menus and deciding what we wanted. The last stand we came across was Burg'z. Whom I believe was the owner said "we are cooking up a beef and a chicken burger for a photo shoot. Would you like them after, since we're just going to toss them?". I already had my eye on this place and free dinner sounded like something we couldn't say no to, so we accepted. We purchased some awesome fries and beers to accompany our meals. Let me say that this review has nothing to do with the fact that our burgers were free. They were fantastic! Large, flavorful, fresh and filling! We shared as we both like chicken and beef and were beyond satisfied. The owner (I think) and his coworker were very sweet and we had the best experience. I wish we had room for the list of amazing milkshakes on their menu, but unfortunately we did not. We thanked them with a gracious tip and went on our way. I'm not sure who was taking photos but my guess is the NZ Urbanlist or something similar on Instagram. Can't wait to see them as I am sure they represent the taste well!

I really like the fried chicken the pickles are good too. The drinks are a good size and the…read moreatmosphere is good

For me, these guys nail the three most important components of a good burger…read more 1) The bun - lightly toasted, buttery, soft. 2) The meat - well seasoned, juicy and cooked to perfection 3) The toppings - simple, fresh and heapsa pickles!!! The burgers aren't huge but the sides are so good that this works in your favour. The potato skins are a must as is the charred broccoli, which promises to convert any leafy green skeptic. Drinks-wise I've always gone for their house-made sodas but on my last visit I did sneak a sip of my brothers Lewis Road Milkshakes - seriously good! A final word of warning - Burger Burger is super popular so be prepared to wait or have a drink else where first!

These guys are good. Well that is enough right? Hahahaha…read more They are a rarity, unpolished diamonds, semi precious stones. Two guys who have a serious love of all things burger. Seriously I wish all burger aficionados did the research they did. Check out there Instagram, it is full of details, and also their own search for the best burger. This was the first time I have had one of their burgers and it was nothing short of epic! The chicken was juicy, crunchy and hot, the jalapeños were hot! But with the sauce, chicken, lettuce and cheese.... Well that is a combo that was amazing!!!!!!! I want to, I mean I will move heaven and earth to, try one of their beef burgers.

Tucked in behind Murder Burger off Dominion Road, Ralph's is a pretty cool spot…read more They offer a simple menu with options for everyone. I had the fried chicken burger with curly fries and the jalapeño poppers. The chicken was pretty overcooked and dry and the chipotle mayo tasted a bit vinegary. Still, it was pretty nice overall. Only other low points were no sauce with the fries other than the usuals on the table, and the poppers were sitting in a pool of chipotle mayo rather than on the side.

Super cute spot for a happy hour drink! While staying in Auckland, we walked to pick up some…read moregroceries and stumbled across this little hole in the wall. Good happy hour, friendly staff and delicious jalapeño poppers! Definitely recommend if you are looking for a chill place to grab a drink!

Solid choice for unusual brunch fare. I wasn't expecting the Asian twist, but was quite pleased…read morewith the results. I went for the vegetarian Bhan Mi with a poached egg on top. No disappointment here, except I would have liked the roll to be a bit more crispy on the outside. Otherwise, it was bursting with flavor - a nice mix of smoky sweet sauce and fresh crunchy carrot, sprouts, and coriander. It tasted just as it should, and I was very pleased that a vegetarian option was available. My husband had the geisha, cold soba noodles with sprouts, veggies, a nice dressing and warm tofu. A huge helping of delicious pickled ginger on top - my dream as a ginger lover though he thought it was a bit too much. I grabbed a taste and found it to be nice and flavorful if a bit less adventurous than other offerings. Our friend got the nest, sunflower crumbed soft boiled eggs in a nest over salad with blood sausage added. It was a vision to behold but I sensed he didn't love it as much as he has hoped. He noted the nest was a bit difficult to eat with a fork and knife. Everything was beautifully presented, and the coffee was lovely. Double shot on the espresso drinks standard, as it should be! The atmosphere was very nice. Couple of tables out front perfect for a sunny day and plenty of tables indoors. It's a small place but it's a bit out of the way and we didn't have to wait more than a few minutes to sit. So many interesting options to choose from - I can't wait to go back and try the banana rice with salted coconut cream and lychees! Sounds incredible!! Bit of a splurge at $17 average price per item, but felt like good value for the artistry and interesting flavors you get. Bravo!

HUGE fan! What a great addition to an otherwise relatively quiet neighbourhood…read more What I love about L'oeuf is that it's a little bit different, without trying too hard. For example, the menu has all the usual brunch items - eggs, mushroom, salmon etc- but they are served with a creative twist and presented beautifully. 'The Russian', which I ordered, was essentially salmon and cream cheese w toast but they served the salmon as a tartare with dill and the cream cheese was full of herbs. Combine this on the lightly seeded toast with a squeeze of lemon juice and some avo and I was in heaven. The décor is a little bit different. They've used dark wood and loads of dark, leafy greenery and with a big Persian rug taking centre stage in the middle of the floor. I loved it but I will admit, it did was rather dark inside despite being gloriously sunny out! I'm normally more of a savoury kid at breakfast but having seen some of the sweet dishes come out of the kitchen i'm already looking for an excuse to head back here ASAP!