Mangere Restaurants

Vegetarian food has never been so interesting as at Musical Knives. With light ash-colored timber and green upholstery, it takes the clean, simplified line of decor in one of the older brick buildings in the area. Pavement seat... more

Family-owned Rasoi Vegetarian Restaurant is synonymous with exotic Indian cakes and sweets. Always clean and quick, it attracts an eclectic clientèle from all walks of life, from middle-aged hippies to young punks and Indian fa... more

Located along 'restaurant mile' on Tamaki Drive, this little diner offers friendly service and affordable food in casual surroundings. Tonino's is popular with a wide range of diners - couples, families, groups and young people... more

Offering warm Italian hospitality in elegant surroundings, Toto presents traditional Italian cuisine with a modern twist. Enjoy live opera on Thursday and Saturday evenings. Toto is pricey and caters generally to a sophisticate... more

Mekong Neua Thai Restaurant is tucked away in the arty suburb of Kingsland, not far from the central city. They serve a mix of dishes from North East Thailand and Laos, which are rich and creamy and rarely disappoint. The resta... more

Mutiara is a cozy spot with a friendly atmosphere, and something of a rarity in Auckland--a Malaysian restaurant. Bright, colorful tablecloths and traditional wall hangings decorate the interior. The wooden and chrome are a nod... more

Situated in a recently restored historic building, Provence is one of Auckland's few, truly authentic, French eating-houses. Chef Laurent Brunacci comes from Provence and prides himself on the restaurant's fare. Typically Frenc... more

Winner of the prestigious Fine Dining Award in the Corbans Wine and Food Challenge, fine food and excellent service are assured at Sails. Floor to ceiling windows make the most of the views of the Harbor Bridge, the Waitemata H... more

An old villa at the residential end of Jervois Road is home to the Empress Garden, which has been serving great meals to locals and others in the know for more than two decades. While traditional, the décor is light and refresh... more

Indian culinary delights greet you at Saffron, one of Ponsonby's lesser known ethnic eateries. The food is delicious and reasonably priced. Masala dosa is scrumptious and there are tasty vegetarian dishes. Poppadoms are complim... more