Introducing ICONIC AUCKLAND EATS 2025
Returning for its fifth year, Iconic Auckland Eats celebrates the best flavours and must-eat dishes that our great city has to offer! Nominated by the public each year, Iconic Eats compiles the top 100 dishes for the year ahead. Get ready to taste your way around the city!
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5 Winning Flavours from Iconic Auckland EatsWanting to eat your way through the Iconic Auckland Eats for 2025, but unsure where to start? We’ve put together 5 of the most popular dishes from over 3,000 nominations received in 2025 to make it easier for you to get started! Check these out below.
Eden Noodles Cafe
This Auckland institution started out in Mt Eden, and since then has popped up over the city serving up the flavours locals have come to love.
Bari’s Pizza
Pizza doesn’t get more bespoke than this. Tucked in amongst the leafy streets of New Lynn, Bari’s Pizza has become a fan favourite.
Vietnam Cafe
Known for their fresh, fragrant and flavoursome comfort dishes, Vietnam cafe brings the flavours of Hanoi to downtown Ōtāhuhu.
Bar Magda
Bar Magda is an institution. Set back from K’ Road, chef and owner Carlo Buenaventura seamlessly blends Mediterranean flavours and artisanal cocktails to create a magical experience.
Prego
Charmingly upmarket in the heart of Ponsonby, Prego has been serving up classic Italian cuisine and warm, award-winning service since 1986.
World-class dishes found only in Auckland
Auckland’s dining scene is full of surprises — the kind that locals queue for and visitors remember long after they’ve left. Across neighbourhood eateries and fine dining experiences, you’ll find signature dishes that reflect the region’s cultural richness, culinary talent, and deep connection to place.
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