Indian restaurant in Auckland

“Definitely our favourite Indian restaurant. The service impeccable, the staff are just great friendly and helpful, they know their food, the food is outstanding and the atmosphere pleasant and warm. From start to finish the experience is spot on. Tonight we had the Gol Gapa, Gilafi Seekh Kebab, Lamb Madeas and the waiter surprised me with a traditional chicken curry that’s not on the menu, and holy moly! It was outstanding! I don’t know how these guys make the sauces that accompany some of the dishes but they are A-MAZING!!! The chilli the sweetness, everything is perfectly balanced. I can’t rave enough about the food here. If you want a great Indian experience with amazing service go and see these guys.”

“I recently visited BIG TIKKA and absolutely loved the experience! The food was flavorful, fresh, and perfectly cooked. The butter chicken was rich and creamy, the spices were well-balanced, and the rice was fluffy and aromatic. The portion sizes were generous, and everything was beautifully presented. The ambiance of the restaurant is cozy and elegant, making it perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. The staff were polite, attentive, and made sure we were comfortable throughout.”

“Very good butter chicken and nan bread, I just found this place yesterday and have come back the following day for some more, they were very nice and had even given me more nan then I’ve asked for, would recommend there butter chicken and white rice, and there nan bread too.”

“Great service and we absolutely love their food!!! Would definitely recommend to locals in the area. Have tried a few of their lamb curries and the kids love their butter chicken. Cheesy garlic naan is the best!”

“Pani pooris we were good. Must try! We also tried the egg dish Soorati Ghotala and it tasted like pav bhaji with grated boiled egg white. We were not a huge fan of the dish but if you like pav bhaji you could give jt a go. Service was swift.”

“Booked through First Table App Great food and service staff ‘Simran’ provided great service.”

“Good staff.. Saffron Foods in Henderson is an absolute gem! The store is always clean, well-organized, and packed with an amazing selection of Indian, Middle Eastern, and Sri Lankan groceries. From spices and lentils to frozen naan and specialty snacks, they have everything you need to stock a flavorful pantry.”

“Amazing food and great service! Atithi Vegetarian Restaurant serves fresh, flavorful dishes with authentic taste. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. Highly recommended for anyone who loves quality vegetarian Indian food.”

“enjoyed this fantastic dish yesterday with garlic roti and samosas!!! very filling and delicious! and look at these beautiful colors!!! couldn't finish the tandoori chicken!! thnkyou chef!!”

“First time we went in for the dine in option. Got a lunch meal deal with a naan, poppadom and drink. Really decent sized servings, a broad variety of dishes to try including south Indian. Don't expect a fancy dine in restaurant but the food is delicious! Recommend the lamb madras and the veg or lamb biriyani.”

“The staff at Cilantro are very friendly, and the food was superb. The Chicken Biryani and Butter Chicken was flavorful with perfect spice balance, and the portions were generous. Highly recommended for authentic Indian cuisine.”

“Wonderful food. I had Madras chicken and Naan. It was very tasty. Courteous staff. Clean bathroom. I would certainly there again.”

“Very happy with our experience here. The ambience was delightful, the food was fresh and tasty and the service was friendly and efficient. Will definitely go there again”

“Have tried multiple curries from the Curry Zone and can’t fault any of them. We get their curries every couple of weeks. Our favourites would be the Korma, Madras, Jalfrezi and Bhuna.”

“Biryaniwala is simply outstanding! The food is authentic, flavorful, and consistently delicious — the biryani is a must‑try. The chef’s skill and passion shine through every dish, making each bite memorable. Special thanks to Amar at the front, whose warm hospitality and attentive service make the experience even better. Highly recommended for anyone who loves great food and genuine service!”

“Can't believe I have to talk about the Chicken Pasinday at Paradise… ugh. Oh wow I’m the holy grail of creamy almond texture look at me I’m a treasure hunt for your tummy. Just what we all needed… Another battle won by the overlords of Sandringham cuisine. Another feather flaunted in our faces with this incredible nutty curry.”

“I would say if you are craving south Indian food, it is a nice place for some reasonable food and beverages. Else nothing will be missed. Food is good n ok, but service was slightly off I will say.”

“I go to Manurewa a few times to visit relatives. Every time I always ALWAYS make sure I make a quick stop to order a butterchicken with nan and rice. I have tried other Currys on the menu aswell and they are all very delicious. Compared to other butter chickens in other shops, this one has a more richer and mild taste which i am very fond of.”

“On way back home, from my son’s residence in manukau, I picked up a butter chicken dinner. Rohit is an awesome staff there, helping in deciding my takeaway. Very pleasant place, also great service is, within a small counter. And the meal was perfect, that in taste and quantity. I surely am returning for more from that place.”

“My family and I attended the Diwali dinner and were thoroughly impressed by the outstanding customer service and the exquisite food, which was truly worth every cent. I particularly appreciated the thoughtful gesture from the server, who gifted my child a small doll. Thank you for making our experience so memorable.”

“Amazing and caring folks. It was so windy and difficult to cook Paratha, they perervered and got me tht crispiest and tastiest paratha. And doey trouble waiting, I got a cardamom tea. All the best.”

“Naina always provided best ‘ghar ka khana’ (home cooked food). It’s always top-notch ingredients and the taste is excellent! Prices are reasonable and it has consistently been great tasting food for the numerous times I have ordered. I will only be ordering from her as I know it will always be fantastic and healthy food unlike what you get elsewhere which is drenched in oil. Thanks Naina :-)”

MyKai keeps things classic fish‑and‑chips and focused on flavour. Grill work shows a clean sear and rested meats. Value feels fair for the quality. Fish lands crisp with light batter and chips stay tidy.

“Food was good, and the price was awsome. $15 for a lunch deal with curry, rice, Naan and a coke is a great deal (2025). Good portions, decent amount of chicken and well cooked.”

“My son started playing T-ball about 4-5 weeks ago & when he finished we decided to get dinner in Mangere Bridge. We couldn't decide what to buy so we just went off by a gut feeling to go with Butter Chicken. I'm glad we did cause it is absolutely yummy. We buy the two curry combo for our family (2x adults 3x kids) & it is more than enough for us. We sometimes have leftovers if my daughter doesn't eat it all. So now every Friday Butter Chicken Factory is our go to place for dinner.”

“Great place! The staff were really friendly with great service. Food was amazing, got extras to take home as well. Lovely atmosphere and will definitely be coming back.”