Wondering where to dine this weekend? We’ve got you covered

Words Margie Riddiford | 15 Sep 2023

Whether you feel like a favourite dish from a trusty stalwart or are in the mood for something new, we have all the answers to your foodie needs. From notable new openings and menus to tasty pop-ups, dining events and dishes you simply must try, consider this your ultimate guide to the best weekend eats right now.

Meet Munch — a cool new spot dedicated to serving delicious Korean fried chicken

Orphans Kitchen is open again in the evenings as a cosy, delicious wine bar — and we have all the details

Serving Sunday Yum Cha with a tasty twist, East Restaurant is set to become our favourite new weekend spot

Meet Auckland’s delicious, new burger residency — kicking off at a popular Wynyard Quarter eatery from tonight

Your first look at Tacoteca, the new City Works Depot eatery serving authentic Mexican in housemade tortillas

Meet Dulcie — Devonport’s delicious new all-day eatery overlooking the ocean

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You need to head to Simon & Lee and sample the bao trifecta we’re obsessed with

New on the block, meet the fried chicken joint that has us flocking to K’Road

Auckland’s newest food truck is delivering dairy-free soft serve worth swooning over

Inside our night at Asahi’s Akai Doa 2.0 — the ultimate theatrical dining experience

Dine for a difference at the gastronomic charity event of the year

Meet Long Bay Surf Club — the North Shore’s new neighbourhood spot

Denizen’s guide to the best Malaysian restaurants in Auckland

Meet Shake Out, the undeniably delicious burger joint worth crossing bridges for

This glorious, limited-edition whisky is what your bar trolley is calling out for

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