Nineteen Restaurant & Bar

Set within the picturesque Rydges Formosa Golf Resort on Auckland’s Pohutukawa Coast, Nineteen Restaurant offers a relaxed yet refined dining experience with sweeping views over championship fairways and the Hauraki Gulf. Just a scenic drive or ferry journey from central Auckland, it’s an easy coastal escape for day-trippers, golfers and weekend explorers.

The chef-driven menu celebrates the best of Aotearoa’s seasonal produce, with a focus on fresh local ingredients, sustainably sourced seafood and ethically raised meats. Expect modern New Zealand dishes with a creative twist, showcasing native flavours like horopito, kawakawa and karengo, all prepared with a thoughtful nose-to-tail, root-to-tip philosophy. Whether you’re starting the day with breakfast, refuelling after a round of golf, or enjoying a leisurely dinner, every dish is designed to delight both the palate and the eye.

With its elegant setting, warm hospitality and coastal-meets-countryside backdrop, Nineteen Restaurant is perfect for long lunches, romantic dinners or celebratory occasions. It’s a standout stop on any East Auckland itinerary—where great food, stunning scenery and relaxed resort vibes come together.