Ah, Wynyard Quarter, you've come a long way. Just a short stroll from the hustle and bustle of The Viaduct and with an internationally-acclaimed five-star hotel, the fantastic ASB Waterfront theatre and summer hotspot Silo Park just beyond, these bustling top-notch eateries offer unrivalled views of the Waitematā Harbour, so it's no surprise it’s one of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s most beautiful spots.
Here are the best restaurants, cafes and bars in Wynyard Quarter.
The Best Restaurants In Wynyard Quarter
Fat Puku's Smashed Burgers
Shop 1/12 Jellicoe Street, Auckland
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You can find one of the best burger joints in Auckland right here in Wynyard Quarter. Part-way through 2024, Fat Puku's opened their second location in their beloved signature shade of shocking pink and they've been slinging their sensational smashies ever since. Pair your burg with a boozy shake and some frosted or spiced fries and you'll be happy as.
Wander Cafe, Bistro and Bar
2 Madden Street, Wynyard Quarter, Auckland
Whether you’re down for brunch, after-work drinks, French tapas or a fully-fledged dinner, Wander Cafe, Bistro and Wine Bar will come to the rescue, with baked croissants, kale pesto gnocchi, truffle stracciatella and everything in between.
Baduzzi
10/26 Jellicoe Street, North Wharf, Auckland
Think Italian classics with a twist—crayfish meatballs, cured meats and more delicious pasta variations that you can shake a fork at, if you aren’t too busy digging in. Baduzzi’s one of the best Italian restaurants in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
Wynyard Grill Steakhouse and Wine Lounge
Shop 3/142 Halsey Street, Auckland CBD
If a 28-day aged bone-in ribeye tickles your palette, or perhaps your iron levels are in need of a boost, you’ll delight in sinking your teeth into the abundance of wild game meats that await you at Wynyard Grill, also home to some of the tastiest mac 'n' cheese in town with three delicious iterations.
The Good Luck Coconut
39 Jellicoe Street, Auckland CBD
If you’re in the mood for Pacific-Asian kai and Tiki-inspired cocktails, make a beeline for The Good Luck Coconut, one of the best restaurants in Wynyard Quarter. The vibrant menu includes flamed prawn cutlets, tofu chop suey, dumplings, delightfully fresh raw Ika Mata fish and more.
Wynyard Pavilion
17 Jellicoe Street, Auckland CBD
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This buzzing eatery caught our eye for its stunning ocean views and then we stayed for the espresso martini trees. Devilish libations aside, the good folks in the Wynyard Pavilion kitchen whip up veritable feasts from brunch right through to dessert.
Good George North Wharf
1 Jellicoe Street, North Wharf, Auckland
With a creative and relaxed industrial vibe, we can think of no place more perfect to sip on an IPA or scarlet peach cider and tuck into comfort food aplenty all while people-watching at the water’s edge at Good George North Wharf.
Feriza’s
7/12 Jellicoe Street, Auckland CBD
Expect Mediterranean-style breakfasts, mouthwatering mezze platters, Turkish street pizza, kebabs, dolma, Iskenda and more at Feriza’s. And each recipe is inspired by ancestral cookbooks. Damn.
Onemata
Park Hyatt Auckland, 99 Halsey Street, Auckland CBD
A Park Hyatt showstopper, Onemata is a must-try at least once (but preferably many, many more times). Slurp down a bowl of chow fun noodles, slam some lightly fried buttermilk chicken and dig into chocolate ‘soil’ that slaps in the most delicious way.
The Best Cafes In Wynyard Quarter
Mibo Bakery
155 Beaumont Street, Auckland
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If you're strolling Wynyard with a hankering for a pastry and a cup of the good stuff, hightail it to Mibo Bakery. This spot should also be firmly on your brunch rotation. With avo toast, za'atar-spiked thyme mushrooms, chicken katsu burgs and just about every baked good your heart could desire, Mibo's a star in Wynyard Quarter's cafe scene.
Bowler
g03/85 Daldy Street, Auckland CBD
In the digs formerly known as Williams (and from the same brother duo, Charles and Patrick Williams), Bowler is a bangin' salad and açaí bowl pitstop for the hungry and, as it turns out, the healthy. As an added bonus, nothing will cost you more than $17. In this economy? Hell to the yes.
Rushworth Cafe
17 Jellicoe Street, Auckland CBD
With a cabinet of comfort food and a view of the sparkling waters of the Waitematā, Rushworth Cafe might just hit the spot whether you’re after a change of scene from toiling away in your office, or you’re meeting a mate for a bite.
La Petite Fourchette
g02/85 Daldy Street, Auckland CBD
Another Wynyard Quarter gem is La Petite Fourchette with all the buttery croissants, veggie quiches, drool-worthy mille-feuille—a stunning feat of wizardry in pastry form—and other delicate French treats. If you’ve done the mahi (and even if you haven't), head here.
Gelatiamo
Jellicoe Street, Auckland CBD
A seductive pairing of Italian ingredients and fresh New Zealand milk that’ll leave your tastebuds tingling for more, Gelatiamo’s gelato and sorbet perfectly punctuate a stroll around Wynyard Quarter.
The Best Bars In Wynyard Quarter
16 Tun
10/26 Jellicoe Street, Auckland
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This craft beer free house is a haven for a bangin’ pint. Pair your 16 Tun libations with not-your-ordinary bar kai like smashed burgs on pretzel buns, American-approved Buffalo chicken wings, spice-spiked cauliflower popcorn, and pork belly bites that melt in your mouth. Feeling a bit fancy? Tuck into their brand new cheeseboard. Ace.
Captain’s Bar
Park Hyatt Auckland, 99 Halsey Street, Auckland CBD
Live your full pirate fantasy at Captain’s Bar with a savvy selection of rums or go a bit boujee with a cocktail or three as you soak up stunning harbour views from the outdoor terrace.
The Conservatory
E1/17 Jellicoe Street, Auckland CBD
A wine bar, cocktail bar and restaurant hybrid, The Conservatory’s famed 18-inch pizza is a bit of a showstopper and firmly secures its spot among the best restaurants in Wynyard Quarter. Sip on a cocktail and people-watch to your heart’s delight.
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Image credit: Wynyard Quarter by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, Wander Cafe, Bistro and Wine Bar, Wynyard Pavilion, Williams Eatery, Lobster & Tap, 16 Tun.