Enjoy quick bites and sweet treats, go a little more fancy or experience the inaugural Eatropolis Festival.
This content was prepared by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited and is being published by The New Zealand Herald as Advertorial.
In a city as vibrant and varied as Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, it should come as no surprise that the food offering is just as exciting. From viral sweet-treat purveyors to internationally acknowledged fine dining destinations, there really is something for everybody’s taste on offer in the city centre – read on for a few hot tips and get ready to find your new favourite flavour.
Quick bites and sweet treats
Released annually, the Iconic Auckland Eats list is appointment reading for in-the-know foodies – if you’re wanting to stay on top of the city’s most memorable dishes, there’s no better place to start. From butter chicken pies at Roti Bros in Commercial Bay to Fort Greene’s legendary Reuben sandwich, the list is packed with big flavours that won’t put too much of a dent in your back pocket. Looking for something a bit sweeter? Head to Fort Street’s iconic Giapo and treat yourself to their hokey pokey cone: a refined and elevated take on a true New Zealand favourite.
A little more fancy – or a lot…
If the mood or the moment calls for something even more memorable, there’s plenty that’ll meet your needs with city stars like GOAT, Bar Magda, Tempero, Metita and Forester Bar & Grill all well represented on the Iconic Auckland Eats list. Recent Michelin Star recipient Ahi is there too, alongside established gems like Gemmayze Street, Masu, Amano and Depot – in fact, the list is an ideal starting point for any kind of city centre culinary adventure.
The most delicious day of the year
For those especially dedicated to the pursuit of fine flavour, clear your calendar for 10 October and start rounding up your hungriest friends for the very first Eatropolis festival, taking over Shed 10 on Queens Wharf. Celebrating and sharing award-winning food from purveyors from across all corners of Auckland, it’s an ideal way to immerse yourself in everything that makes this city so delicious. And with more than a few Iconic Auckland Eats recipients taking part on the day, you won’t have to travel far to expand your palate.
Building up an appetite
While Auckland’s food offering is pretty outstanding, there’s a whole lot more than great plates on the city centre’s menu over the next couple of months. Check out international stars like Lily Allen, Zara Larsson, Jason Derulo or Iron Maiden at Spark Arena, catch a performance of Jesus Christ Superstar at the gorgeous Civic or indulge yourself with some of the country’s best retail options, including the brand-new Faradays department store in the heart of Queen Street. No matter what you’re into, the city centre is where you’ll find it.
Ready to satisfy your cravings? Head to Discover Auckland and start planning your visit today!