Auckland Tastebud Tour, local food, wine and history tour
The perfect tour for food lovers. Our tour of the city explores the suburbs and city centre through your taste buds. We meet local food producers, hear their stories a...
CuisineNew American
Price$$$
Neighborhoodmount-eden
HoursSun-Tue 08:00-14:00; Wed-Thu 08:00-14:00, 17:00-23:00; Fri 08:00-15:00, 17:00-23:00; Sat 08:00-15:00, 16:00-23:00
Phone+64 9 620 8730
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Why locals love it: A Dominion Road game restaurant where the Lolaiy-Smidt family runs the kitchen since 2013, on a venue opened by family in 1987; a deli sits next door.
Tip: Order the charcuterie board even if you've already chosen a main; the cure is the same family's work next door.
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Location
Address: 854 Dominion Road, Mount Eden, Auckland 1041
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