The Engine Room
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Queue: North Shore suburb; Birkenhead ferry then bus 981, or car via Harbour Bridge.
Go: 19:30; essential to book this destination spot.
Price: $$$
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Best Roast Lamb
in Auckland
Roast Lamb is a Sunday staple in New Zealand, reflecting the country's massive sheep-farming heritage. New Zealand lamb is world-renowned for being grass-fed, lean, and incredibly flavorful. In Auckland, the classic roast is often served with roasted root vegetables like kūmara and a rich brown gravy. The defining characteristic is the tenderness of the meat, which should be succulent and pink in the middle. The trap is overcooked, gray meat or a watery gravy that lacks the depth of traditional pan drippings.
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Roast Lamb is a Sunday staple in New Zealand, reflecting the country's massive sheep-farming heritage. New Zealand lamb is world-renowned for being grass-fed, lean, and incredibly flavorful. In Auckland, the classic roast is often served with roasted root vegetables like kūmara and a rich brown gravy. The defining characteristic is the tenderness of the meat, which should be succulent and pink in the middle. The trap is overcooked, gray meat or a watery gravy that lacks the depth of traditional pan drippings.
Ranked Roast Lamb stops in Auckland
Jervois Steak House
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Queue: Herne Bay, 10 min from CBD by bus 18.
Go: 19:00; a great spot for a premium meat meal.
Price: $$$
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Ahi
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Queue: Commercial Bay precinct, 5-min walk from Britomart.
Go: 19:30; a high-end experience in the heart of the city.
Price: $$$
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Onslow
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Queue: Princes St, CBD; 8-min walk from Britomart.
Go: 19:30; perfect for a special occasion.
Price: $$$
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The Lodge Bar & Dining
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Queue: Commercial Bay, 5-min walk from Britomart.
Go: 15:00; a great spot for a late afternoon snack.
Price: $$$
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Depot
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Queue: Federal St, 5-min walk from Sky Tower.
Go: 12:30; no bookings, so expect a lively wait.
Price: $$$
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Homeland
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Queue: Wynyard Quarter, 12-min walk from Britomart or Sky Tower.
Go: 13:00; a great spot for a long, productive lunch.
Price: $$$
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Sid at The French Cafe
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Queue: Eden Terrace, 15-min walk from CBD uphill.
Go: 19:30; essential to book well in advance.
Price: $$$
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Cassia
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Queue: Queen St, CBD; 8-min walk from Britomart.
Go: 18:00; a stylish spot for an evening meal.
Price: $$$
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The Sugar Club
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Queue: Sky Tower, 10-min walk from Britomart.
Go: 20:00; book ahead for a window table.
Price: $$$
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Mudbrick Vineyard
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Queue: 40-min ferry then short taxi or island bus from Matiatia Wharf.
Go: 18:00; watch the sunset over the city from the island.
Price: $$$
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Tantalus Estate
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Queue: 40-min ferry then island bus or rental bike from Matiatia Wharf.
Go: 13:00; book well in advance for a weekend lunch.
Price: $$$
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Baduzzi
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Queue: North Wharf, Wynyard Quarter; 12-min walk from Britomart.
Go: 19:00; a great spot for a sophisticated Italian meal.
Price: $$$
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Soul Bar & Bistro
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Queue: Viaduct Harbour, 10-min walk from Sky Tower or Britomart.
Go: 13:30; perfect for people-watching on the terrace.
Price: $$$
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Harbourside Ocean Grill
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Queue: Ferry Building on Quay St, 5-min walk from Britomart.
Go: 13:00; sit on the balcony for the best experience.
Price: $$$
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