Japanese restaurant in New Zealand

Celine's Bar & Restaurant favours a Japanese‑leaning mix with clear, clean flavours. Serve sizes show solid value. Broths and noodles keep good heat and snap. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

“Really good food warm Try the rice bowl with sweet and sour chicken and all the vegetable and salad options dressed with a light mayonnaise complimented with a drink of your choice. We had ours in the food court it was nice and clean with plenty of seating. So cool!!”

“Friendly staff. Good variety to choose from. Yummy food. Reasonable price”

“When I went to Glenfield not too long ago with a buddy, we happened across a Japanese restaurant because we were really hungry after our long drive. We were drawn in by the remarkable array of selections and the welcoming atmosphere. I finally settled on a smaller bento after some deliberation, and the young woman who worked as the cashier was small but friendly and gave excellent service. The circular bento box contained a delectably presented selection of steamed rice, shrimp, chicken, veggies, and yummy sauces. While the chicken was moist and delicious, its rich sauce nicely complemented the golden and crunchy shrimp that were melting in my tongue. It was a wonderful culinary experience, one of the most excellent dinners I had eaten in a long time.♥️”

On the plate at SushiTree, the idea is Japanese‑leaning and well judged. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Broths and noodles keep good heat and snap. The team keeps things friendly and organised.

Moiety runs with a classic fish-and-chips menu and a relaxed feel. Plates offer plenty without tipping heavy. Portions make for an easy, filling stop. Fish is cooked to a clean crunch and chips stay tidy.

Miga Hako runs with a burger-led menu and a relaxed feel. A sensible spend for the quality. Plates offer plenty without tipping heavy. Combinations read bold but stay balanced. Team members keep thing...

“A hidden gem bordering the city centre! Fast and friendly service. Delicious, fresh and authentic Japanese food. Great portion sizes and pricing. Welcoming atmosphere with lovely decor.”

“Brought my parents here for their 45th anniversary, was totally worth it. Got to try their Kagoshima A5 wagyu to see if it lived up to the hype. Was amazing. Never tasted beef like that before, melted in my mouth like butter, didn't need any garnish or condiments, just grilled and seared to perfection. The set menu was good too but the Wagyu was definitely the highlight. The different wine pairings worked really well too”

“The food was delicious and outstandingly well prepared. We had 11 out of the 17 menu items, every one of them was delicious and full of flavor. The person who was serving us made our visit the best and exciting with every plate she served us. Will go back every year we are scheduled to pickup cargo. Awesome food and wonderful atmosphere.”

“Just landed in NZ and after a strange experience in the Woolies that was mostly empty we were looking for somewhere to eat. Owner offered us so much and even made fresh avocado sushi for myself! Super friendly and would recommend!”

“Ichiban Ramen in Auckland city is hands-down the best ramen spot in town! Their karaage is an absolute must-try, it’s crispy, juicy, and always a highlight. The vibe is cozy yet vibrant, and the staff (shoutout to the Karaage boys!) are super friendly, making every visit a delight. Can’t wait to come back for more!”

Mr Yakitori Casual Dining Bar leans into a Japanese‑leaning approach without the fuss. Serve sizes show solid value. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Service stays present without fuss. Bento...

“I came here almost everyday during lunch break. Fresh yummy food and great service too! No1 Sushi place in Manukau!”

“I have been eating here for the last 2 years since I started work in Parnell, and honestly the best tasting sushi, or any other bowls. I sometimes go close to the closing time but the quality/taste of the sushi are still so delicious.”

“Closely located to movie cinema on the ground floor in North City shopping mall. All sushi and Udon noodles are yummy. Freshly made every day. Staff are very helpful and smiling every time I go there.”

At Lucky NINJA, the menu stays simple, bistro‑style and no‑fuss. Portions are generous yet well judged. Service stays present without fuss. Orders move at a steady pace. Pricing lines up with the offe...

Wabi Sabi Salon is a barbershop and salon where quality cuts and tidy styling come first. Services include restyles, wash and blow‑dry, men’s cuts and colour work. Care is taken to keep each visit smo...

“Finely crafted food and a great selection of umeshu from Japan. The contemporary styled Japanese inspired dining really worked well. One bite into each dish was delightful marriage of flavours. It is obvious to me the chef had put much thought and really crafted each dish to perfection, the delicious, umami flavours, tantalizing all the taste buds. But my highlight of the night had to be the maître d offering us some newly imported umeshu from Japanese at the end. The icing on the cake for a truly delightful dining experience”

“Crazy Sushi is my go to number 1 lunch spot! The sushi is so good, tasty and flavourful (my favourite is the tuna - but get in quick because they’re usually all gone by 12pm!) and Angela is the absolute best - her superstar customer service and smile never goes un-noticed. As a regular she always remembers my order, even down to the extra soy sauce packet which sets crazy sushi apart from the rest. Would definitely recommend crazy sushi!”

“Simply the best restaurant I have been to, food was beautiful both in taste and visually. The story made it a much fuller experience, with even the music chosen to supplement this. Waiters were also fabulous. Booked to return the same evening, just a shame we have to wait until April, can’t wait for the next tale and food journey!”

“I order frequently from here on uber eats and pick up. The food (particularly the sashimi) is consistently high quality, fresh and taste amazing. Its so rare to find a place that does amazing sashimi. They deliver it with a small frozen bag to ensure freshness too. Perfect service. Thank you!”

“The ingredients are really fresh and delicious. Beautiful presentation. I love this dish. You should definitely give it a try.”

“I got 2 food items for around 20 dollars each, my whole party loved it here, the atmosphere felt very good and I especially loved the spoon that i used for my Ramen 10/10 would go there again”

“Fantastic hand made udon noodles, freshly made with a delicious dipping soup base. The fried chicken was crunchy and flavoursome. Generous portions. Small restaurant with only 3 tables inside but also 3 outside. Friendly staff, oudl definitely come again”

Hashtag Cafe is a Grey Street spot for coffee and globally‑inspired street‑food plates. Menus rotate through breakfast and lunch with items like beef tacos, Japanese crispy chicken, pork‑belly wraps,...

“My fav sushi in the world. Teriyaki chicken SO tasty. Avocado always perfect. Always great choice throughout their trading hours. The old boy always greets you and is always happy. I lunch there 4 times a week. Thanks for the great food”

“Great selection of sushi and top tier customer service. It really does live up to its name ‘wow sushi’, highly recommend!”

“Staff is very polite. I had teriyaki salmon on rice. They used a mix of purple and white rice. So delicious. The place is also very clean.”