Interior View of Amano

Amano

Restaurant Bakery

One of the Most Reviewed Restaurants in Auckland


Address

66 - 68, Tyler Street, Britomart Place, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Website

savor.co.nz

Contact

+64 9 394 1416

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.60
(2713.9K reviews)


Working Hours

  • Friday: 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Sunday: 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Monday: 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 10 PM

Visitor Reviews


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  • 5/5 Egor P. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic hospitality. This is our second time at Amano and it really delivered this time. We walked in for a bit to eat after a show, the restaurant was full but the host was very informative and sat us on a booked table that gave us enough time to have dinner. Our daughter is super picky but ate a whole bowl of creamy pasta that the chefs made specifically for her. This is so important, it took the stress away from us having to figure put what she will eat. We went for pasta and some snacks. I got the pasta with truffles as they are in season and it was very well priced. Everything was fresh, quick and delicious. I loved the fresh sodas that are made in-house. And we didn’t feel like we’ve spent too much, so totally worth it. Service was warm, interactive and made us feel welcome. Thanks to Alex for making this one of the best dining experiences as of late.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Vivi W. 1 year ago on Google • 60 reviews
    ["I recently discovered this restaurant through Google and had high expectations due to its popular reviews. However, I was a bit disappointed with my experience. I didn't anticipate that a brunch spot would require reservations, and it was incredibly busy on weekends. After putting our name on the waitlist, we had to wait for about an hour and a half before being seated. Even after we finally sat down and placed our orders, the food took another over half an hour to arrive, and only after we inquired about it with the waitress.\n\nWhile the pasta we ordered was delicious (even though a little salty), as a main course, the portion was not filling enough. Absolutely! Lesson learned, making a reservation in advance will be necessary for future visits. I do hope that the restaurant takes steps to improve their service, as it would greatly enhance the overall experience for their customers.",null,[0,238]]
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessica-Mae 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best meals we had in Auckland. The restaurant interior is beautiful, staff very polite and helpful. It was very busy, definitely recommend booking a table in advance so you don't miss out. We didn't feel rushed between our courses and were asked if we wanted time to wait between. Food came out in good time. Delicious cocktails. Cannot wait to visit again.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 M. L. 1 year ago on Google • 394 reviews
    Food is tasty, the chargrilled kahawai was a bit overcooked. Service is good, friendly, smiley and polite waitresses. The light went darker after 7pm. Toilets are upstairs, 25 steps to get there. There is a toilet for disabled people downstairs.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 stu b. 1 year ago on Google • 136 reviews
    One of the nicest restaurants I've been to in a long time...stunningly stylish fitout in a fantastic location, the staff were lovely and attentive to our needs...the food was incredible and you have to try the clams and also the octopus...one slight knock on Amano was the wine list could have been a little more comprehensive. Regardless, treat yourself to a wonderful dining experience and visit Amano
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Laura Y. 1 year ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Oyster is yummy! However the pasta was extremely salty, and the grilled brussel sprouts was bitter! Wished it’d be less salty and perhaps food will taste better. Also, the serving time takes very long…
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrea Massimo De A. 1 year ago on Google • 303 reviews
    We had breakfast in a very nice atmosphere on a Sunday morning. They have an original take Avocado toasts adding almonds and seeds. Eggs were very tasty and bakery products were top level. Coffee wasn't too special.

  • 5/5 Aaron Povey (. 3 months ago on Google • 291 reviews New
    Could not fault the food or service. I don't mind paying high-ish prices when you're getting this level. Thanks to the staff for making it a great night.

  • 4/5 apas 1 year ago on Google • 108 reviews
    This is the prettiest place I’ve been to so far. With aesop soap & hand cream in the bathrooms, marble bar tops and delicious noodles, it was a very pleasant experience. However, once we tried to order some more bread and butter, the waitress seemed like she was annoyed with us. Speaking of the bread, it was amazing with the butter and the sea flakes! The noodles were good, portions were good as well. The clams were juicy and delicious.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alastair J. 11 months ago on Google • 185 reviews
    I only stopped for a quick breakfast before a flight but the cinnamon bun I had was immense and the espresso was good quality too. Helpful service topped it all off. Definitely would recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Samantha L. 1 year ago on Google • 24 reviews
    The food was well-prepared and flavorful, especially their burrata which is my all-time favorite. The quality of the food has always been good and stable, and the staff provided great service throughout my meal. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, although a bit loud at times. While I enjoyed my meal, I wish they had more gluten-free options on the menu, especially with pasta. Nonetheless, this is one of the best Italian you can find in Auckland, don't missed out!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rosie W. 3 years ago on Google
    Amano is such a gem ! We arrived to the place at a very busy hour and all the tables were full but the staffs were very friendly, polite and thoughtful to us. I like everything about this place: the food, the ambiance, the layout, the customer service, the way they display dishes. Beefsteak and grilled chicken are the stars. The octopus was very delicious and mouthwatering as well. Amano has this unexplainable charm to it that you can feel it by the moment your walk through their door. This place is great for family/friends gatherings; a date with your love; or just a solo dine out by yourself. I will definitely be coming back to Amano over and over again. Try this place out for once and your won’t be regret !
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cathy W. 2 years ago on Google
    I usually have a coffee and a lemon tart to take away from Amano, and today I had first dining experience there. Food was so good, oysters were so fresh! A bit surprised that monkfish was off the menu as I was so looking forward to trying it, I think they update their menu often cos I’m pretty sure it was on the menu last weekend. Staff were friendly and professional, also loved the fact they wiped the table before they served dessert cutlery and plates. Will definitely return again!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lynne P. 4 months ago on Google • 168 reviews
    Wow! Great food experience and we'll worth the money. Ambience excellent. Service top notch.

  • 5/5 Sally 4 years ago on Google
    I finally visited Amano today. The interior is very well decorated. The atmosphere was rather complex, rather than calm. It must be a famous restaurant The service was really great!! I ordered some food, and it had a rather normal taste, but the food was a bit salty.. There are no irritating ingredients, but did you spill salt into the bowl by mistake? haha.. The food got more salty when it cooled down later. but all the dishes are pretty and the olive oil is delicious! I'll ask them to season less salt next time.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nancy S. 2 years ago on Google
    Very fancy restaurant. Delicious food! The whole experience from start to finish was great,tried several dishes including dessert, we enjoyed everything.The waitress was so friendly .Appreciated the cozy atmosphere.Will definitely visit again
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jessica K. 2 years ago on Google
    I went to Amano four years ago and it quickly became my favorite restaurant in Auckland. I was looking forward, 4 years later, to visit the restaurant again expecting it to still be my favorite place in Auckland. Unfortunately, it fell short. The food is still very good but it missed the excellence level it had a few years ago. Still recommend it for a great dinner out!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John 2 years ago on Google
    Great food, a bit on the pricier end of things but the ambience was amazing. Very good mood and seating. The restaurant was very new and clean. Staff were very friendly and efficient, great service. The bathrooms were very modern, clean and new. The food was very delicious too.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Doan I. 7 months ago on Google • 71 reviews
    It's my first time to visit Amano. I went there for lunch with my friends. We did not have a booking but we managed to get a table. The place was full and busy but the staff were attentive. They made sure we all have water (sparkling by the way), and they patiently explained what's on the menu. The food was great! I ordered pappardelle with lamb ragu. So yum! And the toilet is so amazing as well. Clean and smelled nice. They have towels for drying hands. Ambience is cozy. Music is not too loud. It's so chill. Will definitely be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andreas A. 4 years ago on Google
    A total perfection of a bakery/ restaurant. I would go as far as calling it a landmark in Auckland! A must for your visit to the city, even if it’s not on your way. The ambience is worthy of 6 stars. Everything screamed class, style, attention to detail, all while not being too posh and unattractive to the everyday tourist. For example, I have never seen such classy restrooms (see pictures), perfectly clean, two types of hand wash and towels for drying your hands. Now turning to food. Lost for words. An incredible selection of bakery- brunch-restaurant dishes. What can be better? Well tasting it! It was truly mouth-watering. Further, their service was also 5 stars. Free water for everyone. This is probably one of the top 5 restaurants I have ever been to.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michael W. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent restaurant located on Britomart place and Tyler street. Loved the scampi and tomatoes. Just the perfect blend of pasta and spice. One of the best places I’ve eaten in Auckland. Has a pub and such. Tables are limited so reserve one if able. If not there is usually something available at the bar.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sean D. 4 years ago on Google
    The food is excellent. As is the service. Three separate members of the staff served us and the service was impeccable. And the glasses of water always topped up. The staff seems to be very happy too, giggling and having little chats. It’s a big place but pockets of it feel like a home
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Clara L. 4 years ago on Google
    Everything was great until I found a strand of hair stuck to the gnocchi. One of the staff saw the strand of hair being peeled of the gnocchi as she came to ask how everything was. I would’ve appreciated it if the effort was put into remedying the issue. It was an absurd experience
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bridget J. 4 years ago on Google
    We celebrated a birthday here on Friday evening and it was everything I had hoped for and more! Loved the food, loved the decor, and loved the service. We will be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Devin M. 4 years ago on Google
    Went here on date night recently and we both loved it. 🔥 Ambiance was terrific 👏🏾 Service was lovely, speedy, and attentive 👩‍🍳 Food was outstanding They also did a great job cooking seasonally. We had lots of fresh asparagus and courgette bc that's what's local right now. All in all, we'd go back ASAP.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chinmay P. 3 years ago on Google
    Absolutely brilliant service, atmosphere and food. Cannot recommend more highly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Trey S. 3 years ago on Google
    Without a doubt, Amano is my favourite restaurant in New Zealand. Being open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner I know that I can always rely on the team at Amano to exceed my expectations, every time. The chefs do a great job at selecting in season produce which is presented impeccably. It is great to see Amano put emphasis on the provenance of their food - staff will be able to tell you the origins of where the ingredients come from. The cocktails are a big highlight which change with the seasons. I am always confident that no matter what I try, I will love what the bar serves me. If there is something particular that isn't on the menu, they will usually be able to make it for you. Atmosphere and Service - this is where Amano really comes to life. Being a big restaurant I am always impressed with the personal service that comes with every meal. From the moment you walk in and are greeted, to ordering food and then paying at the end, the service cant be beaten. Staff are not overwhelmed and really take the time to make sure your experience is up to their high standards. Overall, I feel privileged to be able to able to dine at Amano. It is a non-pretentious all day restaurant that has, in my opinion, the best service in Auckland.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Junho H. 3 years ago on Google
    6 big stars out of 5. every food was so delicious. comes with good service
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nathan M. 4 years ago on Google
    Five stars to Nina, the South African waiter. She was amazing, efficient, knowledgeable and got all our orders correct without delays, attentive with replenishing our water glasses and always asked if we wanted more drinks . Food were great, great atmosphere / vibrant, cozy, the restaurant felt spacious not cramped. I noticed great team work there from the kitchen - the bar and the front of house staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 C H. 2 years ago on Google
    The kiwifruit smoothie and tamarillo&lemon drinks were very nice, but not $8 for 250ml good. My steak was a bit salty for my taste but still yummy. Great atmosphere and service :-)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Raunaq B. 2 years ago on Google
    You didn't disappoint us for a bit. Lived up to your high standards. Hospitality in a true sense. Food, service, ambience and experience. Top notch. Just had coffees and small bites and were highly impressed. Can't wait to be back to try main courses.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sarah K. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing, the decor is so beautiful and the vibe is just right. Service is 10/10, such friendly and personable staff, always filling up your water (a key sign of good service). The food is divine!!!! So well cooked and the flavours coming together. The wine list is fabulous and staff are knowledgeable about pairing with your meal! the cocktails are all unique! Highly recommend this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dalia G. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious food but slow service. Could have been because they were busy. For starter I had straciatella with asparagus and almond which was delicious. It was served with bread and was served very quickly. I was recommended very good wines to pair by the bartender. I then unfortunately had to wait 1h for the main to be served (I knew this exactly from when I took the photo of my starter). The main, which was pasta with scampi, was delicious and hot but the wait time was incredibly long, especially that some other people at the bar who ordered after me were served first which I thought was not nice. Definitely delicious food but questionable speed of service depending on the day.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Finn T. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice food, as always, cooked well and high quality, staff were great and very helpful. It was a bit loud, which made it quite hard to have a conversation, and they kept dimming the lights, until it was very dark, but nothing out of the ordinary. Very good, will come back often as I already do!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marcos B. 3 weeks ago on Google • 65 reviews New
    Busy place but very fast service, staff always present when you need them. Very professionals, fast and polite. Food was good but missing the wow Impression. Some of dish were not like the menu description, missing some ingredients.

  • 5/5 Katrina B. 6 months ago on Google • 60 reviews
    Stunning meal with beautiful flavours, great service and great vibe. Even our fussy Italian friend loved it and rated the food.

  • 5/5 Debbie R. 1 week ago on Google • 48 reviews New
    Delicious food and amazing ambience 👌

  • 5/5 Tomo T. 1 year ago on Google • 45 reviews
    Extremely satisfied with our meal, 10/10! -Steak was perfectly cooked, very soft and juicy, and the sauce is perfect too! -Coffee was good too, bakery section looks very mouthwatering as well; -Loved the atmosphere, feels veey comfortable, loved being able to watch them preparing foods;

  • 5/5 Ren 11 months ago on Google • 35 reviews
    Second time here and both the breakfast and dinner menus have produced food that did not disappoint. I had the prosciutto with eggs. They went a little heavy on the garlic but I enjoyed it still.

  • 5/5 Iutisone L. 1 month ago on Google • 29 reviews New
    Amano is an absolute gem of a restaurant, offering an unforgettable dining experience from start to finish. The atmosphere is effortlessly classy, striking the perfect balance between modern elegance and cozy charm. From the moment you step inside, the impeccable 5-star service makes you feel completely taken care of. The star of the evening for me was their Beef Tongue dish. Tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection, it was served with a delicious olive accompaniment that added just the right touch of briny richness. This dish alone is reason enough to visit again—it’s an absolute must-try for anyone seeking something unique and expertly crafted. Another standout was their anchovies dish. It arrived on perfectly toasted bread, with a delightful crispness that paired beautifully with the salty, savory anchovies. The simplicity of the dish highlights the restaurant’s ability to turn high-quality ingredients into something truly special. Every aspect of the meal exceeded expectations, from the food to the atmosphere and service. Amano is a place I would gladly return to, and I can’t wait to explore more of their menu. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Emilie P. 2 months ago on Google • 27 reviews New
    Amano is always amazing, have never been disappointed. The flavors are so amazing and there’s such a wide variety of choice. There’s a lot of room to play with flavors and create the most amazing culinary experience. The drinks menu, especially the cocktails are amazing. As someone who has tried almost all the cocktails on their menu I can highly recommend the grapefruit and tamarillo cocktail. From the food menu, we focused mostly on seafood, with only one meat item as a main. Entrees are a must, especially the smoked warehou which I could honestly have every single day and not get tired of. The oysters are also fantastic. The main attraction for me, and has been for the last few years is the chitarra pasta, the fresh scampi melt in your mouth. The one thing I wouldn’t recommend on the menu is the steak/meat items but everything else is fantastic. I now only order seafood items except for the lamb ragu which is also always a hit amongst friends (ironically my table partner always orders that dish).

  • 5/5 Kirstyn B. 1 week ago on Google • 25 reviews New
    Delicious brunch, fast service and friendly staff!

  • 5/5 Polina L. 4 months ago on Google • 23 reviews
    Best Kingfish Crudo I had, went with a main size option and it was a very decent size too to be well fed workout anything else

  • 5/5 Adele M. 3 weeks ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    Celebrated a friend's birthday and this was birthday girls choice. Atmosphere was great, service was amazing friendly and efficient, most of all divine food, highly recommend

  • 5/5 Trevor Z. 10 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Great flavour, quality ingredients and a very nice decor - a very nice meal in central Auckland.

  • 5/5 Rory Q. 3 months ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    Excellent gourmet sandwich and coffee bar

  • 5/5 candela n. 4 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    It is an excellent restaurant, with quality food.

  • 4/5 Damian T. 6 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Staff are very friendly and services were excellent, we were seated at the bar and the bartender always refilled our waters without asking. Food was good but we may have ordered too much, portion size looked small in picture but very filling.

  • 4/5 Alexandr G. 4 years ago on Google
    Cousin is fine for this price tags. The variety of menu - reasonable good. Entry variety is limited. The waiting time for main ( pasta +) was extremely long (30 minutes or more). Pasta was tasty and served well. The desert reasonable good.

  • 5/5 Laurence H. 4 years ago on Google
    This is our first time to visit Amano. We ordered "Smoked warehou pate, green olive & sourdough" and "Chargrilled lamb, carrot, preserved lemon & goat’s cheese". The meal are very delicious and tasty. Staffs are helpful and friendly even though they are very busy.

  • 5/5 Gary B. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is the most amazing restaurant on the planet.🤣😂👍

  • 5/5 Robert G. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place and good food choices. Good service.

  • 5/5 Shirley P. 4 years ago on Google
    Friendly staffs and well designed environment, good place for company function, celebration or even casual dining with excellent pasta which is hand made freshly, Highly recommend the king fish salad and seafood pasta.

  • 5/5 Raynil L. 4 years ago on Google
    Great ambience and service. Would highly recommend the chargrilled lamb, carrot, preserved lemon & goat’s cheese. The lamb was cooked to perfection and had a crisp skin. All the dishes were served at the same time, nice work. The pacific oysters and stracciatella also were really good as well.

  • 3/5 Jina H. 4 years ago on Google
    Quality service and ambience. The food turnabout was reasonable during an obviously busy time. Would highly recommend their Spiced Pumpkin cocktail! Ordered their squid dish - was a little disappointed to discover that it was the same size as an entrée dish (for the same price as other listed mains), and would cost $10 extra to upgrade to a main sized dish. Even when upgrading, the portion size seemed quite small and left something to be desired after finishing the squid dish. In saying so, the squid was very well seasoned, super flavourful and delicious. Amano is definitely a restaurant/bar/bakery that is not easy on wallet, smaller sized meals, but tasty nonetheless!

  • 5/5 Fred W. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent food. Shared with others

  • 4/5 Lola L. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice dining environment

  • 5/5 Doh K. 4 years ago on Google
    ひと息迷うときは最高のカフェとレストラン

  • 5/5 Angie S. 4 years ago on Google
    Love Amano

  • 5/5 kasun k. 4 years ago on Google
    Walked in, no reservation no hazel Great wine, awesome atmosphere amazing food... They are just so good at what they do, the people the service and I treasure them. I asked for a ”Tequila boom “ just amazing how they have done their research and came back with the perfect serve.. Thank you guys for what you do.. Keep it up please.

  • 4/5 Joaquin G. 4 years ago on Google
    The valhorna hot chocolate is the best! I had an avocado toast that was very tarty but the ommelete was nothing special. Coffe is ok. The building is very nice and the toilets are remarkable clean and well presented.

  • 5/5 Sara R. 4 years ago on Google
    Omg this place is amazing! Great food, ambiance, service. Oh and did I mention the food is incredible?!!! It’s so good that my boyfriend and I went 3 days in a row for breakfast and dinner while on holiday in Auckland. Would highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Sterling A. 4 years ago on Google
    Was taken out to lunch here for a business catch up. Cant say I remembered much of the business meeting, as I spent half the time thinking about how good the food was!

  • 5/5 Jaya 4 years ago on Google
    Service food ambience, love everything about this place

  • 5/5 Ewa v. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the atmosphere and the waitress was very attentive to our needs.

  • 4/5 Jeremy R. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice food and can be really busy some times. Food was yumm but took too long .

  • 5/5 Brooke P. 4 years ago on Google
    Love this place every time we go. Whether it's for a takeaway coffee and pastry or sit down meal, Amano never fails to impress! When dining in, the service is attentive and friendly, the food is delicious and fresh, and atmosphere is great. Worth the wait if you don't manage to secure a reservation (they only book 50% of tables in advance)

  • 5/5 Etunlo R. 4 years ago on Google
    almond croissant is amazing

  • 2/5 Kitone 4 years ago on Google
    The bakery is not as good as before

  • 4/5 Kevin M. 4 years ago on Google
    Very busy so must be good. Attentive staff. Nouveau cuisine.

  • 5/5 Lew T. 4 years ago on Google
    Love this cafe. Great food and coffee and the staff are always so nice

  • 5/5 Turlough J. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food, high quality.

  • 4/5 r 1. 4 years ago on Google
    Really good pasta and the ambiance is nice too.

  • 5/5 Louis de B. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent lunch and service!

  • 5/5 Jason H. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful selection of food

  • 5/5 Brad L. 4 years ago on Google
    Stunning food...4 times in last 2 weeks!

  • 5/5 Lauren K. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent place to enjoy brunch. A really nice vibe.

  • 5/5 Vance H. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and staff. Awesome setup up also

  • 5/5 Nikola J. 4 years ago on Google
    Love everything about this place. Service is superb. Atmosphere is spectacular and the food is delicious. It would get a 5 star rating on the scampi linguini alone. This meal is incredible. A perfect mix of flavors that works really well with the bread they serve to scoop up all the sauce

  • 5/5 Michelle S. 4 years ago on Google
    We had exceptional service, delightful food with an upmarket yet welcoming, friendly ambience. At the mere mention of a birthday, we recieved a nice surprise, Happy Birthday written on the dessert with a candle! It is difficult to surpass this experience.

  • 5/5 Anton G. 4 years ago on Google
    Flavour, style, warmth

  • 5/5 Lalu S. 4 years ago on Google
    The waitresses are nice!

  • 4/5 Dustin P. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious food, Not quite filling enough for me. Great coffee.

  • 5/5 Sarisa N. 4 years ago on Google
    We had set menus for lunch yesterday. Food was so so amazing! I enjoyed it very much. The customer service was good, the ambience of the restaurant was great. The music was just right! I definitely recommend this to my beloved friends and family and will visit again very soon.🥰🥰 Thank you Amano Team's for your hard work.

  • 5/5 David R. 4 years ago on Google
    Enjoyed a very nice dinner. Lamb shoulder for two was delicious, excellent service.

  • 5/5 Julia C. 4 years ago on Google
    Probably my favorite restaurant in Auckland...

  • 5/5 Dominic F. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food and serves it late, it's beautifully fitted out, with a humming atmosphere. Couldn't really ask for more

  • 5/5 Yasheeka B. 4 years ago on Google
    The brussel sprouts are delicious.

  • 5/5 Yang D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Food and environment are great (Original) 餐和环境都很棒

  • 3/5 Дарья d. 4 years ago on Google
    The restaurant itself is mind-blowing. Such an amazing ambience. The food i expected to be as great but it was disappointing personally for me. It looks awesome but everything I tried was so average. Calamari was literally raw and tasted like a seaweed. Ricotta with mushrooms bruchetta lacking flavor. Ravioli was also so weird with that punkin and carrot chunks on the plate. I will not come back because there are way better Italian restaurants in Auckland that has much better menu variety and mind-blowing Italian dishes

  • 5/5 Nicole C. 3 years ago on Google
    The most beautiful restaurant. Gorgeous bakery and delicious food. Love all the dried flower arrangements

  • 5/5 Heather M. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent breakfast, service is very slick and a really good, different menu. Great Bloody Mary, best in town! Nice start to a Sunday 👌

  • 5/5 DORA C. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food, good service. Very busy during lunch. Wouldn't say it brings me back to Italy but one of best available locally! Pictured is scampi pasta - they change their menu seasonally.

  • 5/5 W Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful food and friendly staff. It's very large but filled with people on a rainy Monday evening. There's a nice buzzing sound with good music, but never too loud for an intimate conversation between guests. Can't fault anything. Highly recommended. Will definitely be back.

  • 5/5 Sasulee H. 3 years ago on Google
    This chicken liver should be the best in Auckland. Always full booked. Recommended.

  • 5/5 Martin B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food. Well worth a visit. The pudding was especially terrific.

  • 5/5 Kuhlman J. 4 years ago on Google
    We have visited Amano a few times and it never disappoints. The Service is outstanding and the food delicious. The Oysters were excellent and the Pate absolutely delicious. Three of us had the Pan fried Flounder and one of our party had the Chargrilled squid, all very good. Sides were also very nice.

  • 5/5 Jennifer H. 3 years ago on Google
    Fresh, delicious food. Lovely service and a beautiful restaurant. Just a lovely place to be

  • 5/5 Sarah J. 3 years ago on Google
    We have been here on many occasions, this restaurant always delivers consistently good food, the service is friendly but professional. Amano is perfectly located in the heart of the city and the decor is superb. This is one of my favourite in Auckland!

  • 5/5 Ale e Max Terragni - Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Ottima esperienza. Cibo buono e delizioso. Servizio ottimo. Consigliato prenotare

  • 5/5 Max H. 3 years ago on Google
    My favorite place in Auckland! Totally recommended!

  • 5/5 Janne B. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely place for dinner. Customer service 5/5

  • 5/5 Josephine E. 3 years ago on Google
    Warm atmosphere; perfectly balanced food; great service

  • 5/5 Tony M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great night, great food

  • 5/5 Maria M. 3 years ago on Google
    Delicious!

  • 5/5 gbon017 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome food Awesome place, loved it!

  • 5/5 Vincendt J. 3 years ago on Google
    A must visit when you are in Auckland. Thank you for an amazing lunch. Highly recommend 👌 👍 👏

  • 5/5 Vatsal V. 3 years ago on Google
    Great service

  • 5/5 Wendy Z. 3 years ago on Google
    It’s really nice.I will come back.

  • 4/5 Richard K. 3 years ago on Google
    Very friendly staff providing exceptional service, thanks.

  • 4/5 Sydney H. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food

  • 5/5 ed a. 3 years ago on Google
    Everything was delicious

  • 5/5 Hesam O. 3 years ago on Google
    Seriously one of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. Every cent is worth it. Thnx 😎

  • 5/5 Tobias K. 3 years ago on Google
    Great croissants

  • 5/5 Peter L. 3 years ago on Google
    Just excellent!

  • 5/5 mallorie g. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing ambience, good food and great service

  • 5/5 James B. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing way to farewell 2020. Highly recommended.

  • 1/5 Manuel Arturo Carreño G. 3 years ago on Google
    Shocking custoner service in the bakery. I was polite asking him about a bread suitable for a special occassion he was rude saying "everything you see is special that's why you are here" and he made fun of me. he never could help me with my enquiry and a customer next to me help me out. I went at 5:15pm today. Thanks Laura

  • 4/5 Gabriela C. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place, good service, and good food. Points to improvement: Not much variety of pasta dishes with meat. Tables too close.

  • 5/5 Andrea R. 3 years ago on Google
    I had heard lots of great reviews about Amano and I can confirm expectations were met. Our group were passing and decided to try a coffee and a dessert. The trifle was spectacular as was the delicious coffee brought to us by a delightful server. I will be back but next time for more than just dessert.

  • 5/5 Roman M. 3 years ago on Google
    Best French breakfast in Auckland! The place is very artistic 👌. Good customer service.

  • 4/5 Jun X. 3 years ago on Google
    It tastes good. It's worth a visit

  • 4/5 Hutokshi C. 3 years ago on Google
    Very small portions

  • 5/5 Diane D. 3 years ago on Google
    Really enjoyed the food, waitress was great, new her stuff and was friendly. Good atmosphere

  • 5/5 A K. 3 years ago on Google
    Delicious food & fantastic service

  • 1/5 Y H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The steak is too old and the spaghetti with meat sauce is very salty. (Original) 牛排煎的太老了,肉酱意面很咸。

  • 5/5 Darryl S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food in a magnificent setting

  • 5/5 Craig G. 3 years ago on Google
    Had a lovely team lunch at Amano this week. The food was lovely, the service was great. Really enjoyed the starters, selection of pasta dishes and the desserts were fantastic.

  • 4/5 Rebecca M. 3 years ago on Google
    A beautiful large restaurant downtown with wonderful decorative dried flower ceiling hangings. Exquisite food and impeccable service. Great music at a nice volume so it doesn't drown the conversation. It only lost a star because of the many stairs to the toilets! There is a disabled toilet on the ground floor though.

  • 5/5 Gabrielle O. 3 years ago on Google
    Adored my visit. Not only do the staff have a secret vegan menu they will also tell you which wines are vegan (they have a couple by the glass available). A true delight.

  • 1/5 laleh a. 3 years ago on Google
    The only thing that you receive in this restaurant is the vibe and being classy. The menu is very simple and limited. There is no art and effort in the food. Very very basic and overpriced. If you want to have a proper meal here you need to order multiple dishes. One dish is only a big chunk of mozzarella. Another one is a plate of green beans. The other one a piece of boiled tasteless chicken. You need to get all these to maybe have a meal which looks like proper food. The service is good. The location is great. The vibe is nice. Good for drinks but not food.

  • 3/5 daniele b. 3 years ago on Google
    The two glasses of wine stood on the bar counter for a while. The waitress came to take food order and we asked for our wine first. She had clearly forgotten. The food was ordered the main dishes arrived. The shared started dish never arrived. The flounder was excellent the octopus pieces were only a couple. The starter dish was brought after the main dish and was complimentary. The wine was excellent.

  • 5/5 Maria C. 3 years ago on Google
    Best pasta I've had in ages : the scampi. Took rest in doggy bag - Even great later cold!

  • 5/5 Emma W. 3 years ago on Google
    Simply delicious. Staff were friendly and professional. Food was amazing and well priced, they even added a little Happy Birthday touch. I hadn’t been for quite a few years (prior to this visit it was always work related lunches m) so I was looking forward to dinner. The chargrilled courgette side with chilli and feta is a must have! The furnishings were comfortable and not placed too closely together. I’m not a big fan of dried flower arrangements myself but they were an interesting feature. We will defiantly be recommending Amano to whanau and friends. Thanks for having us.

  • 5/5 Brent B. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is SO good. There should be one in every major city in this country. Please.

  • 3/5 Alexander S. 3 years ago on Google
    Not impressed by the food.

  • 2/5 Leelee326 L. 3 years ago on Google
    Average

  • 5/5 Nancy N. 3 years ago on Google
    Love food and vibe here. Delightful bartenders and staff.

  • 5/5 Yariv E. 3 years ago on Google
    Best pastry and pasta I Auckland

  • 5/5 Liam G. 3 years ago on Google
    Such a beautiful Allpress coffee here

  • 4/5 shaun b. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely interior and ambiance. Great vibes.

  • 5/5 Naima A. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome service and tu meke food! 💕 Catch ya'll soon for sure! 🌻

  • 5/5 yoker 3 years ago on Google
    One of my favourite restaurant with great food and service. Coffee is just AMAZING!

  • 5/5 Robyn R. 3 years ago on Google
    Stunning food, coffee and service

  • 5/5 Astrid B. 3 years ago on Google
    Absolute go to for pastries and pasta

  • 4/5 James N. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful restaurant and amazing food, but was lacking in some of the little things that make up a special experience like explaining the menu etc. I’d go earlier in the evening next time.

  • 5/5 Darren D. 3 years ago on Google
    Always great food and great service in an amazing space.

  • 5/5 Joy A. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic ambiance and delightful food! Very helpful waiting staff and a busy happy vibe over lunch. Tasty cabinet food as well as an extensive menu to choose from.

  • 5/5 Rose L. 3 years ago on Google
    Smart casual with simply nice good

  • 5/5 Olivia G. 3 years ago on Google
    This restaurant sparks joy. Every single time. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks it is flawless!

  • 5/5 Josi A. 3 years ago on Google
    We went there for the first time. The food and service were great! We definitely will be back

  • 5/5 ilna van S. 3 years ago on Google
    Always love to return to Amano. Lovely ambience, fine service. Our Family were all pleased with everything ordered being there for a 21st.

  • 5/5 Angus F. 3 years ago on Google
    Swish spot Very very good food

  • 4/5 Arshdeep K. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice ambiance, great menu

  • 3/5 Mark D. 3 years ago on Google
    Definitely the best venue I've eaten at in Auckland. the space, decor, styling of the place is top notch, but for me it was style over substance. I ordered the Prosciutto, smashed potato, chilli & poached egg. To my surprise, there was no bread and there 'poached egg, was literally one tine hard boiled poached egg. Miniscule portion priced at $24. Better options out there by far.

  • 5/5 hermie p. 3 years ago on Google
    The most amazing food!!!!

  • 5/5 Rich J. 3 years ago on Google
    Best bakery in CBD hands down, spiced chicken sandwich is phenomenal

  • 5/5 Miimii D. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent food and service! One of the best truffle pastas I've ever had! Their sourdough bread were also superb! Will definitely recommend to our family and friends. 👌👌👌

  • 5/5 Michelle P. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow! This has to be one of the best food experiences in Auckland. The flavors are devine, the portions generous and the styling of the food is very appealing. Well with a visit.

  • 4/5 Saranya A. 1 year ago on Google
    Pretty place, great vibes and service from the staff. We were lucky to get a table within 15 minutes during dinner time even thou we had no reservations. Food, however was good. Buratta came with corn 🌽; not sure if I reallly enjoyed my cheese with corn but was different. Crudo was really good and refreshing. Chicken was good but slightly undercooked and was pink inside. The waiting time was long but expected given dinner service.

  • 4/5 Helene S. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place: Beautiful interior design & a good atmosphere. Friendly waiters that refill your water every few minutes. Food is beautifully served and tastes good. However the prices are too high for the portions: $40 for 6 Raviolis is way too expensive!

  • 5/5 Michael K. 4 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    Fantastic welcome to Auckland. Beautiful space, with a very welcoming atmosphere. The team were fantastic, from the host to our waitress (only been in town for a few weeks) to the recommendation of where else to eat from the manager on duty. Food was on point with a menu that will have you coming back for more. Bravo 🙌


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