SOUL – Fresh Flavours & Stunning Harbour Views
Right in the heart of Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour, SOUL bistro celebrates the freshest local ingredients with a focus on seafood. Enjoy elegant dining on their all-weather terrace, perfect for watching spectacular sunsets and the busy harbour below. Don’t miss their popular events like SOUL Punch parties, fashion lunches, and sell-out Restaurant Month experiences.
Good to know: Strong seafood focus and popular events calendar.
Best for: Romantic dinners, celebrations, sunset dining by the water.
Palmer – Your Urban Oasis
Take a break from the city buzz at Palmer, a stylish bar and dining spot designed to inspire. Enjoy shared plates and bubbles by the fire pit on the terrace or relax inside with standout dishes like gnocchi fritto with cured pork, chicken liver parfait, and wood-fired leeks. Don’t miss the creative cocktails—try the Manuka Martini or the Kiwi Coffee for a truly unique taste experience.
Pair it with: Pre-dinner drinks after CBD shopping.
Insider tip: Try the Manuka Martini for something uniquely local.
The Conservatory – Auckland’s Living Bar
A relaxed wine and cocktail bar with dining and lounging areas, The Conservatory at North Wharf offers stunning sea views and a cosy outdoor fire. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or sharing platters with friends, enjoy craft cocktails, boutique wines by the glass, and ice-cold pints in New Zealand’s first living bar.
Good to know: Waterfront location at North Wharf.
Best for: Drinks by the water and relaxed weekend afternoons.
Rooftop at QT – Stylish Harbour Views & Vibrant Vibes
Perched on the sixth floor, Rooftop at QT offers a chic spot to unwind from laid-back afternoons to lively late nights, with stunning harbour and city views. Inspired by Mediterranean flavours, enjoy mezze snacks like flatbread pizzas, lamb souvlaki, croquetas, and falafel. Sip on craft cocktails featuring sustainable twists like aquafaba and refillable spirits. With live DJs and lounge seating, it’s perfect for both intimate evenings and social nights out. Open Wed–Sun.
What to try: Lamb souvlaki and croquetas & flatbread pizzas.
Insider tip: Arrive before sunset for the best seats and soft light.
Saint Alice – Harbour Views & Fresh Flavours
Bright and welcoming, Saint Alice is the perfect spot to relax any day of the week with stunning harbour views. The menu focuses on simple, flavour-packed dishes, plus a raw bar by the beer taps featuring fresh oysters and clams. Grab some friends and soak up the waterside vibes!
Insider tip: Grab a table closest to the water for the best atmosphere.
Best for: Long lunches, oysters and drinks with harbour views.
Wynyard Pavilion – Your Waterfront Neighbourhood Spot
Nestled right by the water’s edge at North Wharf, Wynyard Pavilion offers all-day dining and drinks from coffee to cocktails in a beautifully restored 1930s heritage building. Enjoy fresh seafood, inspired dishes like beef carpaccio and clam linguine, plus 11 specialty beers and creative cocktails. Perfect for groups, sporty nights, or soaking up the sun in the garden — with an off-licence to take your fizz and oysters to go!
Good to know: In a restored 1930s building.
Best for: The garden bar is great for groups and sunny days.
