Sushi restaurant in New Zealand

“No booking, seated 3 on entry. Your seated next to a train that carries entree sized servings of sushi, donburi, seafood, dim sims etc plus desserts, cream puffs, tiramisu, mouse etc. Continuous train. Simply grab the dishes you desire while seated and eat! Plates are color coded, these are how they tally up the total cost. Drinks list, soft drinks, red, white, beers, nothing extra. 3 people plus drinks ate till full, took home a fav each, $80.”

“Awesome customer service. The efptos machine wasnt working and my bill was $15 but i only got $12. The lady on the counter gave me a discount. Really happy with that. Its our more than 10 th time here. Food is always tasty , specially the skewers/kebab”

“Best sushi in Selwyn for sure. Up there across Canterbury.”

“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.”

“friendly service with very delicious taste!!!”

“Best korma I think I have ever had! If you’d normally go for a medium - get hot, it’s amazing and still had so much flavour! Really generous portion sizes and really well priced”

“This is one of the best sushi restaurants in Auckland, but I wish they would write the price on each type of sushi.”

“I ordered the teriyaki chicken donburi, and it was very delicious! The flavours were very fresh and tasty, it reminded me of some very good home cooking I’ve had before. The price was $15 dollars, and very filling! Definitely recommend trying this lovely shop.”

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

Tokyo Garden Restaurant keeps things simple, bistro-style and focused on flavour. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. Portions are generous yet well judged. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

“Reasonably priced udon that was nicely made and well balanced.”

“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 Sushi Express, the menu stays simple, bistro-style, served with an easygoing pace. Service stays present without fuss. Value feels fair for the spread. Portions are generous yet well judged. Wait t...

“Such a wonderful place to get sushi from, opens nice and early so you can get sushi for lunch before work and the owner is wonderful. Also very tasty and extremely well priced 10/10 recommend”

“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”

“One of the best sushi places on the Shore. Such an impressive selection of sushi, lots to choose from. Ingredients are super fresh and are of highest quality. Service is super friendly, so if you're looking for great sushi, try U Sushi, you won't regret it.”

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

“I had the pleasure of dining at this exceptional Japanese restaurant in Auckland, and I can confidently say it was one of the most authentic and memorable Japanese meals I’ve had outside of Japan. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the quiet elegance of the space, which set the tone for an outstanding dining experience. The quality of the food was truly top-notch – every dish was beautifully presented, expertly prepared, and rich in flavour. You could taste the care and precision in each bite, from the freshness of the sashimi to the perfectly balanced broths and delicately seasoned vegetables. It’s clear that the chefs are deeply committed to traditional techniques and high-quality ingredients. What stood out just as much as the cuisine was the service. The staff were courteous, knowledgeable, and genuinely kind – attentive without being intrusive, and always ready to explain a dish or recommend a pairing. Their hospitality added a personal, thoughtful touch to the meal, making it feel not just like a dinner, but an experience. If you’re looking for authentic Japanese cuisine in Auckland, this place is a hidden gem.”

“Another fantastic Sushi Platter from Tornado Sushi, to help us celebrate our annual O'Hanami (Sakura Blossom viewing) dinner. Lee's dishes are still as delicious as when I first ate his Sushi 31 years ago. Thank you”

Miso Sushi and Donburi delivers a Japanese‑leaning line‑up that’s straight to the point. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Broths and noodles keep good heat and snap. Serve sizes show solid value.

“Fresh n so good am so happy after ive had my sushi also the people are always kind and lovely .”

Yellow sushi keeps things Japanese‑leaning and focused on flavour. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. Service stays present without fuss. Sushi and hot dishes come out clean‑flavoured and precise.

Lavender Sushi favours a Japanese‑leaning mix with clear, clean flavours. Music and pace keep a casual tone. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Broths and noodles keep good heat and snap. P...

“One of the best lunch box I have had in a while, great assortment, friendly people , it’s in the mall off the main drag , worth the find for lunch”

“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.”

“I recently tried chicken teriyaki and I must say, it was a delightful experience. The shop itself was super clean and the owner was really friendly. They've also got a great menu with udon noodles, bento boxes, curry and awesome sushi packs. Looking forward to explore more of their food and highly recommend this place for anyone looking to have good affordable Japanese dishes.”