A Thai restaurant that shines a little brighter.

We came here because it was late, and we'd heard these guys did an all-day breakfast.

Chef Luis couldn't - well, wouldn't - make us ceviche.

A Ponsonby Rd eatery proves itself worthy of a repeat visit.

The fine art of cuisine is demonstrated at this central Auckland establishment, writes John Gardner.

We came here because the cafe formerly known as Lounge had undergone a reincarnation and we were curious.

I know I've been stuck down the Viaduct for a few weeks now but I couldn't resist dragging the Prof back one last time...

A popular Epsom local delivers flavoursome, delicious and good value Chinese food without the fanfare.

It's slick, it's popular and it serves up delicious food with flair.

We came here because we were in Christchurch for the day and this iconic all-day 'breakfast restaurant' had been recommended.

A couple of years ago, Euro's executive chef Simon Gault took out a full-page advertisement in the Herald on Sunday, offering a recipe for "Metro Food Critic Testicles" as a protest.

A Vietnamese eatery combines traditional and modern styles.

A change of venue for Gina's, known for its super-convivial wait staff, hasn't really added much in terms of a dining experience.

We came here because we weren't late for any important dates, but the name attracted us.

A shortened trip between Auckland and Warkworth makes the stop at Plume all the more worthwhile.

The new chef at a Parnell institution has done wonders for its menu.

Good choices were rife at a Hamilton restaurant, especially the one to eat there.

New Ponsonby eatery Cocoro mixes beautifully presented traditional Japanese dishes with a contemporary twist.

Yodelling and oompah music did nothing to improve a German-themed eatery.

We came here because we were staying in nearby Maraetai Beach and a friend's mother had recommended this rural cafe.

Do the words "royal" and "Chinese" belong in the same sentence?

Choosing a hotel restaurant as a dining venue can pay off.

We came here because it was a beautiful day for relaxing in the sun, contemplating Rangitoto from afar.

A trip to the north of the Shore holds delicious surprises and a stunning view.

The oddly named eatery derives from the transplantation of Cafe Rikka which had to shut up shop at Victoria Park when redevelopment started there.

A Japanese restaurant goes a long way to debunking stereotypes about seaweed and tofu.

We came here because we'd heard it was family-friendly.

There's something warm and comforting about having a local eatery.

Fresh and fragrant dishes served up in a simple, comfortable setting is a dining experience to rival the best.