We came here because the Mt Albert Lodge has just opened its own on-site cafe, situated in front of the motel on Carrington Rd.

Everything good you have heard about NSP is true.

We came here because it seemed like a handy stop before taking in a movie in the Westfield complex.

A restaurant offering 'Paleolithic cuisine' has opened in the German capital.

An enticing introduction to the delights of Creole and Cajun cooking on the Ponsonby strip.

Newmarket's latest tapas bar needs to lift its performance.

We came here because we'd noticed a new cafe in this growing little area in between One Tree Hill, Onehunga and Penrose, close by our favourite pizza place in Auckland, Epolito's.

The battle for Auckland will continue long after the Cup fanfare is over, writes Bernard Orsman.

Is it old-fashioned of me to say that one of the first things a restaurant needs to do in order to attract customers is to look welcoming?

A slice of Sydney sophistication in downtown Auckland.

Attention to detail is not spared with a short but well-organised menu.

Satya has expanded - there are branches in Great North Rd and K Rd - and the new branch follows the established recipe.

We came here because it was time for a catch-up and we'd heard Five Loaves was good.

If you're after a fine cut of meat, look no further.

The Viaduct version of a North Shore eatery gains in efficiency and charm.

A bad place can come good, after all, writes Peter Calder.

We came here because we'd driven past this newish cafe at the city end of Dominion Rd a couple of times and thought it looked rather appealing.

The gorgeous interior of Hotel DeBrett's restaurant is a great match for its stellar menu.

We came here because it was a beautiful Saturday morning and we thought it a good time to check out Auckland's latest playground.

Comfort and courtesy are assured at an ethnic favourite in rugby zone, writes Graham Reid.

If you think that Korean food is not the subtlest of the Asian cuisines you probably have not eaten Mongolian food.

The business spin-off from the Rugby World Cup is turning into a game where the bounce of the ball is crucial.

Much-loved curry house Satya spreads the joy with a new venue in Mt Eden.

John Gardner has no regrets choosing a marine meal selection at an Auckland waterfront stalwart.