Sushi restaurant in New Zealand

Babaganush Turkish Restaurant and Cafe is a vibrant culinary gem in Hamilton East, offering an authentic taste of Turkish cuisine. The restaurant's interior is a feast for the eyes, featuring bright colors and comfortable cushions that create a cozy, inviting atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Renowned for its extensive menu, Babaganush excels in delivering a variety of delectable dishes, including the highly praised Sultan Meze Platter and Iskender Kebabs. The menu also caters to vegetarians with delicious options like vegetable moussaka and falafel.

The kitchen at Pipi pizza café and pizza truck, bistro style restaurant takes a pizza-first path and lets the food speak. Cakes and scoops finish things neatly. Service stays present without fuss. Easy to carry out for a simple night in.

Jarks Restaurant Hastings favours a grill-focused line-up with clear, tidy flavours. Grill work shows a clean sear and rested meats. Pricing lines up with the offer. Service stays present without fuss...

Esplanade Restaurant favours a simple, bistro-style line-up with clear, tidy flavours. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. Team members keep things friendly and on task. Wait times are contained even when busy.

“The waiters in this restaurant are very polite and made me feel very comfortable when dining in the store. They will ask you carefully if you need more water? Still need some service? It's been a long time since I've tasted such delicious Japanese food. The vegetable tempura is not greasy and the ingredients are chosen just right, so it tastes delicious. The most surprising thing is that I didn’t expect the portion size of KIWI DINNER to be so big, so I think the portion size for two people is just right. A Japanese restaurant that is worth visiting again.”

“Went there early evening so no need to book a table. Food was good but the eel bento box was little disappointed with the amount of eel served. Other food was good !”

“Super friendly staff. Will make it fresh. Such a bright colourful store. Great flavors and an A grade”

“We will definitely be back! Cold beer and delicious food. The food was so good - Chicken Teriyaki, Chicken Katsu, Fish Katsu, Vegetable Tempura. Loved that the mains came with Miso. Very reasonably priced plus BYO (which is so rare these days). The only negative was the restrooms could do with a bit of a refresh, but you go for the food, not the loos!”

“What an amazing gem with excellent service and amazing food. The food was authentic and fresh and very well prepared and presented. There is street parking and even thought the restaurant is compact it can cater for heaps. You don’t need to book and can just walk in. Take away is also available but Its nice to sit down and soak in the vibe.”

“We had such a beautiful meal here for two, restaurant is very authentic and service was great. The vegetarian lasagna was amazing and best I have had in Auckland also my husband had the meat lovers pizza which was very good! We finished off with the baklava for dessert which was lovely. I would definitely recommend.”

“Have been going here for 15+years, taste hasn’t changed, quality ingredients and taste, always come back”

“Some of the best udon noodles we've ever had. The place was spotlessly clean with a pleasant, cosy, and budget-friendly interior design. We also really enjoyed the sushi and sashimi.”

“Why bother going to Japan when you have Kenzo! The food is absolutely the best and the ingredients were top quality. Presentation of the food is incredible and the staffs are very welcoming and considerate, they offered us spicy oil separately to the ramen to put them according to our preference. Can’t wait to visit again !”

Big Bang Chicken and Sushi keeps things Japanese‑leaning and focused on flavour. Takeaway travels well and holds its crunch. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Service stays present without fuss.

“Outstanding customer service, friendly, staff followed through with my complicated order. Then to our surprise we were overwhelmed with the attention to detail. I personally loved the micro greens and swirl of beetroot for presentation. All three of us gave five stars for the size and taste of our brunch. Coming from Christchurch for the short drive was well worth it. You won’t be disappointed!”

“First visit in this Japanese restaurant in the lunch time. We arrived early and few customers were already inside. This is one of the few authentic Japanese cuisine restaurants in town. As you enter, it seems like you are in Japan, great decorations, long bar featuring traditional customs. Food came quickly, we ordered some chicken karage for our chidren, my wife ordered salmon with salad and me lamen. All tasted fantastically nice, soft rice and well seasoned. Owners are Japanese, that explains much of the quality and precision. Looking for another good experience in the future.”

Centrale at Clarence sits inside Tauranga’s restored post office and channels a Mediterranean spirit. The kitchen focuses on wood‑fired pizzas, handmade pastas, small plates and grilled specials, matched to a polished drinks list.

“First experience and it was exactly what the name suggests. The limited interaction we had with staff were friendly and helpful. Good variety of sushi’s along with vegetarian options and deserts. Food was fresh and beautifully presented. Made for good eating and fun time.”

“Prices on the steeper side and needs to be a little cheaper. Excellent food. Very welcoming and cater for all diets, varying dishes. $20 for most meals.”

“Went in with a craving for 'Sushi Panda' IYKYK, and the lovely man asked what I was wanting as he could make it fresh. They don't normally do what I asked for but he did and it was delicious! Made my day, he went above and beyond”

“This spicy seafood noodle soup is great to have a rainy day. Not too spicy, no artificial taste and fresh ingredients. Love to try other menu.”

“The best place for fresh delicious sushi. I always ask for it on all my pieces of sushi and the lovely ladies never disappoint! Great communication. Highly recommended!”

“I had a beaut Nasi Goreng, recommended.”

The kitchen at Cambridge Sushi - Cambridge takes a pan‑Asian comfort path and lets the food speak. Stir‑fries keep good heat and snap. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Serve sizes show solid value.

“I enjoyed walking into this shop, very warm family owned feeling, very friendly lady behind the counter. Sushi tasted fresh, support your local and give them a go!”

“One of the nicest sushi stores I've been to, it is excellent the selection is so nice !!!!! Everything is so good”

“Best Sushi in Pukekohe by far. Could be the best in Auckland.”

“Service is incredibly quick and efficient. You can consistently get in and out within a few minutes even during the peak lunch hour. The staff are very friendly and accommodating of any requests. The food is good value for the budget conscious eater. Extremely clean and tidy restaurant to enjoy a meal at.”

T sushi keeps things Japanese‑leaning and focused on flavour. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Bento and small plates make for an easy spread. Pricing lines up with the offer. Serve sizes...

“All I have to say is that it has been years since I've been here and I still think about it from time to time. Their salmon is the best I've had at any restaurant. Genuinely could not recommend more.”