Auckland’s inner west rewards a little exploration. Grey Lynn’s neighbourhood dining rooms sit within an easy trip of Point Chevalier’s cafés, Mount Albert’s dependable local favourites and Avondale’s lively food scene. The area offers plenty of ways to eat well, whether the occasion calls for a long dinner, a generous bowl of noodles or a leisurely weekend brunch.
The restaurants below range from polished destinations to places built around an everyday specialty. Some are worth planning an evening around; others are especially useful to know when you want good food without ceremony. Together, they show the variety available across these neighbouring suburbs and their immediate edges.
Ada
Set inside The Convent Hotel, Ada has one of the area’s most memorable dining rooms. Light pours into the former convent’s atrium, giving the restaurant a sense of occasion without making dinner feel formal. It is a comfortable choice for a celebration, but its appeal also lies in the pleasure of settling in, ordering several plates and taking your time over them.
Ada’s cooking has evolved over the years, so it is best approached through its current seasonal menu rather than an older description of the restaurant as strictly Italian. Expect thoughtful dishes designed for sharing, with close attention to produce, texture and sauces. The setting makes an immediate impression; the kitchen gives diners a reason to return.
Address: 454 Great North Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021, New Zealand
Ada Auckland Menu
Small Plates
Oysters
Rescue Gin, Champagne Vinaigrette
Warm Sicilian Olives
Cured Orange, Rosemary
Schiacciata
Black Garlic Butter, Goat Cheese, Roe
Duck Liver Pâté
Doris Plum Jelly, Crostini
Pumpkin & Mushroom Croquettes
Cashew Aioli, Kasundi
Lamb Bon Bon
Potato Angel Hair, Fondue
Wagyu Tartare
Roe, Kūmara Crisps, Fresh Truffle, Hen's Egg
Fish Crudo
Orange, Kiwi-Yuzu, Cucumber
Tiger Prawns
Harissa Butter, Preserved Lemon
Large Plates
Lamb Loin
Carrots, Pea Fricassée, Jus
Market Fish
Paris Butter Emulsion, Pumpkin, Herbs
Wagyu Beef Rump
Cauliflower Purée, Black Garlic Jus
Beetroot Risotto
Porcini, Feta, Kale, Fresh Truffle
Sides
Cos Lettuce
Avocado Ranch, Parmesan, Pine Nuts
Roasted Heirloom Carrots
Hot Honey, Coconut Yoghurt
Brussels Sprouts
Feta Dressing, Almonds
Duck Fat Potatoes
Herb Sauce, Pecorino
Dessert
Vanilla Crème Brûlée
Vanilla Biscotti, Blueberry Gastrique
Poached Pear
Rhubarb, Oat Crumble, Coconut Anglaise
The Ada Experience
Please advise your server of any dietary requirements or allergies.
The Ada Experience
A curated seasonal dining journey showcasing Ada’s signature flavours Six course menu designed to be shared Schiacciata, Black Garlic Butter, Goat Cheese, Roe Fish Crudo, Orange, Kiwi-Yuzu, Cucumber Lamb Bon Bon, Potato Angel Hair, Fondue Wagyu Beef Rump, Cauliflower Purée, Black Garlic Jus Duck Fat Potatoes, Herb Sauce, Pecorino Poached Pear, Rhubarb, Oat Crumble, Coconut Anglaise
Cocktails
La Rouge
Pinot Noir · Cassis · Sweet Vermouth · Orange
Chapel Fire Margarita
Spiced Reposado Tequila · Triple Sec · Apple · Lime · Agave
Nun's Breakfast
Vodka · Flat White QBF · Cold Brew · Chocolate
Stone & Salt
Junmai Sake · Gin · Honey · Lemon · Miso
Old Friend
Bourbon · Pedro Ximenez · Amaretto
Cardinal
Gin · Dry Vermouth · Campari
Beers
Tap Beer of the Day
Estrella Damm Lager
Sawmill IPA
Sawmill Nimble Pale Ale 2.5%
Sawmill 0%
Non Alcoholics
Ada Lemonade
Amalfi Spritz
Harmonia
Karma Drinks
Champagne & Sparkling
NV Bedin Prosecco Xtra-Brut
Veneto, Italy
2024 Ramon Jané Tinc Set Pet-Nat
Penedès, Spain
NV Piper Heidsieck Cuvée Brut
Reims, France
NV Lake Chalice “Plume” Méthode Traditionnelle
Marlborough, NZ
2022 Champagne Marguet “Shaman Rosé” Grand Cru
Ambonnay, France
2022 Champagne Marguet “Shaman Brut” Grand Cru
Ambonnay, France
2018 Champagne Marguet “Les Beurys” Grand Cru
Ambonnay, France
White
2023 Carrick Josephine Riesling
Central Otago, NZ
2025 The Hunting Lodge Albariño
Marlborough, NZ
2025 Matawhero Pinot Gris
Gisborne, NZ
2021 Fraga do Corvo Godello
Monterrei, Spain
2023 Seresin Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough, NZ
2022 Lake Chalice “Plume” Chardonnay
Marlborough, NZ
2021 Domaine Laroche Chablis Premier Cru
Burgundy, France
2019 Pascal Jolivet Pouilly-Fumé
Loire Valley, France
2023 Anselmi Capitel Croce
Veneto, Italy
2020 Grgich Hills Chardonnay
Napa Valley, USA
2018 Finca Os Loureiros Blanco
Ribeiro, Spain
2015 Godelia Selección Blanco
Bierzo, Spain
Rosé & Orange
2024 Bijou Lumea Rosé
Provence, France
2024 Helio Tempranillo Rosé
Hawke’s Bay, NZ
2024 Rockburn Amber
Central Otago, NZ
2020 José Luis Ripa Rosado
Rioja, Spain
Red
2022 Unison Rocky Red
Hawke’s Bay, NZ
2023 Beaujolais-Villages Gamay
France
2022 Odd One Out Pinot Noir
Marlborough, NZ
2020 Casal de Armán Red
Spain
2023 Gemtree Shiraz
Australia
2023 Terroir Project Shiraz
Australia
2018 Faustino V Reserva Tempranillo
Spain
2023 Carrick Pinot Noir
Central Otago, NZ
2024 Teusner GSM
Barossa Valley, Australia
2021 Cape Mentelle Cabernet Sauvignon
Margaret River, Australia
2018 Château Clarke Bordeaux
France
2022 Louis Latour Pinot Noir
Burgundy, France
2019 Barolo Fontanafredda
Italy
2015 Brunello di Montalcino
Italy
2017 Tenuta San Leonardo
Italy
Dessert Wine
Jules Taylor Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc
NZ
Recioto di Soave
Italy
Sauternes
France
Lilian
Lilian feels closely tied to its West Lynn neighbourhood: animated, warmly lit and easy to linger in. Its wood fired oven is central to the experience, turning out pizzas and bread that make sharing the natural way to eat here. Add a few smaller plates and a bottle of wine, and a casual visit can readily become a full evening.
There is more to Lilian than its pizzas. The menu gives groups room to build a meal around vegetables, seafood or meat, while the dining room supplies the kind of energy that makes even a midweek dinner feel worthwhile. It suits diners who enjoy a busy restaurant and food that encourages everyone at the table to try a little of everything.
Address: 472 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021, New Zealand
Lilian Menu
Lunch – To Start
Wednesday–Sunday 12pm–4pm. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request. Please notify a staff member of any dietary requirements.
Market oyster
NAG, DF
Raw market fish, cara cara orange, red onion & capers
NAG, DF
Woodfired bread
DF
Lunch – Add +
Wednesday–Sunday 12pm–4pm. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request.
Marinated olives
NAG, DF, V, VE
Whipped snapper roe, pickled radish & dill
Anchovy & caramelised onion butter
NAG
Burrata
NAG
Pickled mussels, cucumber, chilli & horseradish
NAG
Chicken liver parfait
NAG
Beef tartare, chicken fat, roasted peppers & fried potatoes
NAG, DF
Lunch – Smaller
Wednesday–Sunday 12pm–4pm. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request.
Baby cos, ranch, parmesan crumb & lemon
NAGO, DFO, V, VEO
Endive, piqa boo pear, red leicester, pickled shallots & walnuts
VO, NAG
Grilled cabbage, caraway cream, dukkah & prosciutto
VO, NAG
Woodfired eggplant, macadamia & agrodolce
NAG, DF, VO, VEO
Lamb Ribs, black garlic & pistachio
NAG, DF
Grilled beef tongue, tonnato, capers & rhubarb mostarda
NAG
Lunch – Bigger
Wednesday–Sunday 12pm–4pm. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request. * Please allow at least 40 minutes.
Woodfired octopus, chard, polenta & fermented chilli
NAGO
Market fish, mussels, confit leeks & smoked albariño sauce
NAGO
Duck breast, pickled radicchio & parsnip
NAG, DFO. * Please allow at least 40 minutes
Bavette, bone marrow bordelaise & duck fat potato
NAG, DF
Lunch – Woodfired Pizza
Wednesday–Sunday 12pm–4pm. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request.
Tomato, mozzarella & basil
DFO, V, VEO
Potato, pancetta, mozzarella, rosemary & caramelised onions
V, VEO
Coppa, cherry tomato, pecorino & rocket
VEO
Spicy sausage, mozzarella, garlic, sliced lemon & rocket
VO
Chorizo, mozzarella, fermented chilli cream, pickled onions & oregano
VO
Prosciutto, grapes, parmesan & thyme
DFO
Ortiz anchovy, tomato, parmesan, stracciatella, basil & chilli
DFO, VE
Clams, garlic, parsley, chilli & pecorino
DFO, VEO
Lunch – To Finish
Wednesday–Sunday 12pm–4pm. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request.
Tiramisu
V
Choux bun with peanut, dark chocolate ice cream & rum soaked prunes
V
Mandarin & white chocolate bombe alaska
V
Express Lunch
Wednesday–Sunday 12pm–4pm. Express lunch to share for 2+ | $45 per person. Quantity of dishes will be determined by your group size. For dietary requirements please ask your waiter.
Woodfired bread
WITH Burrata OR Chicken liver parfait
Woodfired eggplant, macadamia & agrodolce
OR Lamb ribs, black garlic & pistachio
Market fish, mussels, confit leeks & smoked albariño sauce
OR Woodfired octopus, chard, polenta & fermented chilli OR Bavette, bone marrow bordelaise & duck fat potato OR Woodfired pizza of your choice
Baby cos, ranch, parmesan crumb & lemon
ADD ON $5 PP
Dinner – To Start
Monday 6pm–late, Tuesday–Saturday 5pm–late. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request. Please notify a staff member of any dietary requirements.
Market oyster
NAG, DF
Raw market fish, cara cara orange, red onion & capers
NAG, DF
Woodfired bread
DF
Dinner – Add +
Monday 6pm–late, Tuesday–Saturday 5pm–late. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request.
Marinated olives
NAG, DF, V, VE
Whipped snapper roe, pickled radish & dill
Anchovy & caramelised onion butter
NAG
Burrata
NAG
Pickled mussels, cucumber, chilli & horseradish
NAG
Chicken liver parfait
NAG
Beef tartare, chicken fat, roasted peppers & fried potatoes
NAG, DF
Dinner – Smaller
Monday 6pm–late, Tuesday–Saturday 5pm–late. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request.
Baby cos, ranch, parmesan crumb & lemon
NAGO, DFO, V, VEO
Endive, piqa boo pear, red leicester, pickled shallots & walnuts
NAG, DFO, V
Grilled cabbage, caraway cream, dukkah & prosciutto
NAG, VO
Woodfired eggplant, macadamia & agrodolce
NAG, DF, VO, VEO
Lamb Ribs, black garlic & pistachio
NAG, DF
Clams, fennel, roast garlic & chorizo pangrattato
NAG
Dinner – Bigger
Monday 6pm–late, Tuesday–Saturday 5pm–late. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request. * Please allow at least 40 minutes.
Woodfired octopus, chard, polenta & fermented chilli
NAG
Poached market fish, crayfish butter, duck fat potato & grilled greens
NAGO
Duck breast, pickled radicchio & parsnip
NAG, DFO. * Please allow at least 40 minutes
Dry aged t-bone steak & roast bone sauce
NAG, DF. * Please allow at least 40 minutes
Dry aged Porterhouse steak & roast bone sauce
NAG, DF. * Please allow at least 40 minutes
Dinner – Woodfired Pizza
Monday 6pm–late, Tuesday–Saturday 5pm–late. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request.
Tomato, mozzarella & basil
DFO, V, VEO
Potato, pancetta, mozzarella, rosemary & caramelised onions
V, VEO
Coppa, cherry tomato, pecorino & rocket
VEO
Spicy sausage, mozzarella, garlic, sliced lemon & rocket
VO
Chorizo, mozzarella, fermented chilli cream, pickled onions & oregano
VO
Prosciutto, grapes, parmesan & thyme
DFO
Ortiz anchovy, tomato, parmesan, stracciatella, basil & chilli
DFO, VE
Clams, garlic, parsley, chilli & pecorino
DFO, VEO
Dinner – To Finish
Monday 6pm–late, Tuesday–Saturday 5pm–late. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request.
Tiramisu
V
Choux bun with peanut, dark chocolate ice cream & rum soaked prunes
V
Mandarin & white chocolate bombe alaska
V
Set Menu – $80 per person
$80 per person. Minimum of 8 people. Extra $10 per person for market oysters. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request.
Raw market fish, cara cara orange, red onion & capers
NAG, DF
Woodfired bread
DF
Burrata
NAG
Chicken liver parfait
NAG
Woodfired eggplant, macadamia, agrodolce
NAG, DF, VO, VEO
Lamb ribs, black garlic, pistachio
NAG, DF
Poached market fish, crayfish butter, duck fat potato & grilled greens
NAGO
Baby cos, ranch, parmesan crumb, lemon
NAGO, DFO, V, VEO
Woodfired pizza of your choice
Tiramisu
V
Set Menu – $65 per person
$65 per person. Minimum of 8 people. Extra $10 per person for market oysters. Dietary codes: NAG = no added gluten, DF = dairy free, V = vegetarian, VE = vegan, NAGO/DFO/VO/VEO = NAG/DF/V/VE on request.
Raw market fish, blood orange, red onion & capers
NAG, DF
Woodfired bread
DF
Burrata
NAG
Chicken liver parfait
NAG
Woodfired eggplant, macadamia, agrodolce
NAG, DF, VO, VEO
Lamb ribs, black garlic, pistachio
NAG, DF
Woodfired pizza
Baby cos, ranch, parmesan crumb, lemon
NAGO, DFO, V, VEO
Cocktails
Acqua di Cedro Lemonade Sour
Lemon Verbena infused Burnt Hill Vodka, Acqua di Cedro Liquore, Balm Mint
Cosmopolita
Vodka, Apple, Elderflower, Chilli, Basil
Strawberry Guava Daiquiri
NZ RumCo McJaggery Rum, Strawberry Cherry Guava, Lime, Mint
Caña Blanca Mojito
Pineapple, Carta Blanca, Coconut, Mint, Fizz
Non Alcoholic
NA Amaretti Cherry Sour
Lyre’s Amaretti, Sour Cherry, Lemon, Whites, Zero ABV Angostura
Blackberry Lychee Bramble
Lychee, Lilian Botanical, Blackberry, Lime, Fizz
Feijoa & Botanicals (0%)
House made Tonic, ButterflyPea Flower, Lyres NonAlc Gin, Feijoa
Cranberry Grove Fizz
Cranberries, Botanical Hydrosol, Coconut water, Rosemary, Fizz
On Tap 420 ml
McLeods Longboarder Lager 5.0%
Canyon Brewing Hazy Pale Ale 5.2%
Sawmill IPA 5.8%
Bottles & Cans 330 ml
Heineken Lager 5%
Hallertau #2 Pale Ale 5.3%
McLeods Brewery Seasonal IPA 440ml 6.8%
Canyon Brewing ‘The Front’ Pilsner 330ml 4.9%
Sparkling
Monday to Sunday.
NV Quadri Prosecco DOC Extra Dry Veneto, Italy
NV Champagne Collet Brut Art Deco Ay, France
NV Champagne Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut Tours-sur-Marne, France
NV Louis Roederer NV Collection Pinot Noir Champagne Champagne, France
White
Monday to Sunday.
2024 Cantina di Gambellara Monopolio Soave Classico Veneto, Italy
2024 Deepdown Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, NZ
2025 Dog Point Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, NZ
2025 Halite ‘Sel de Terre’ Sauvignon Blanc Martinborough, NZ
Rosé & Skin-contact
Monday to Sunday.
2024 Coeur Clementine Cotes de Provence AOP Rosé Provence, France
2024 Kenzie ‘Changes’ Merlot Rosé Hawkes Bay, NZ
2024 San Marzano Tramari Rosé Puglia IGP Puglia, Italy
2023 Tincan ‘Echo Sun’ Field Blend skin contact Nelson, NZ
Red
Monday to Sunday.
2022 Jk14 ‘Nonno Mario’ Carmenére IGT Veneto, Italy
2025 O’Natural Pinot Noir Crowmwell, NZ
2023 Valli ‘Gibbston’ Pinot Noir Central Otago
Timmur Nepalese & Indian Cuisine
Timmur is a compelling reason to head to Avondale hungry. Its Nepalese and Indian menu moves from momos to curries and dishes from the tandoor, making it particularly good for a table willing to order across several sections. The momos are the natural starting point: dumplings made to eat with the restaurant’s punchy house sauce.
The appeal extends beyond any single dish. Timmur offers the breadth for a mixed group to find something familiar alongside something new, and its generous, convivial style suits a family dinner as readily as a meal with friends. If you have room to explore, pair a plate of momos with a curry, bread and a drink rather than stopping at one main.
Address: Unit 4, 1784 Great North Road, Avondale, Auckland 1026, New Zealand
Timmur Nepalese & Indian Cuisine Menu
Veg Entree
Veg Samosa-2 Pcs
Piquant appetizer prepared with crusty dough, stuffed with peas, potatoes, and spices, fried and served with tangy tamarind sauce
Crispy Onion (Bhaji)
Finely sliced onion smothered in a simple, flagrantly spiced batter and fried to crispy perfection
Mix Veg Pokora
Fresh vegetables coated in chickpea batter and deep-fried
Tandoori Mushroom - 8 Pcs
Button mushrooms marinated in Indian spices, chargrilled with onion and capsicum and cooked in the tandoor oven
Paneer Tikka - 8 Pcs
Soft indian cheese, coated in indian spices, chargrilled with onions and capsicum cooked in the tandoor oven
Finger Platter (Oriental)
Assorted Spring roll, wantons and cocktail samosa served with sweet chilli sauce and tramid sauce
Tandoori Broccoli
Broccoli marinated in Indian spices, chargrilled with onion and capsicum and cooked in the tandoor oven
Veg Platter for 2
Mix pakora, Samosa and Aloo Chop, Spring roll.
Non - Veg Entree
Chicken Tikka
Boneless pieces of chicken marinated in fresh spices, lemon juice and yogurt, barbecued in tandoori
Malai Tikka
Tender boneless chicken marinated in Indian herbs, white cheesy cream and lemon juice, cooked in tandoori oven.
Garlic Tikka
Tender boneless chicken marinated in Indian herbs, white cheesy cream and lemon juice, cooked in tandoori oven.
Tandoori Chicken
Tender chicken marinated in yogurt, pomegranate juice and authentic Indian spice and cooked in a clay oven
Lamb Seekh Kabab
Tender lamb mince mixed with ginger, garlic, rosemary and Indian spices rolled on a skewer and cooked in tandoor
Fish Tikka
Boneless pieces of hapuka fish marinated in fresh spices, lemon juice and yogurt, barbecued in tandoor
Tandoori Prawn - 8 Pcs
Prawns marinated with herbs, spices, and cooked delicately in the Tandoor
Chicken Lollipop - 6 Pcs
Deep fried chicken coated with corn flour and spices. Served 5 pcs
Mix Tandoori Grill
Chicken tikka, Seekh kebab, Malai tikka, and tandoori Fish tikka with fries (Mint sauce).
Non - Veg Nepali Dishes
Chicken Sekewa
Meat marinated with special homemade spices and herbs cooked in Tandoor oven, served with green and served with Timmur Sauce
Lamb Sekewa
Meat marinated with special homemade spices and herbs cooked in Tandoor oven, served with green and served with Timmur Sauce
Chicken Choila
Meat marinated with Himalayan herbs, green chillies, spring onion, ginger, garlic, lime and mustard oil. Served with salad and Nepalese Radish Achar and a side of beaten rice.
Lamb Choila
Meat marinated with Himalayan herbs, green chillies, spring onion, ginger, garlic, lime and mustard oil. Served with salad and Nepalese Radish Achar and a side of beaten rice.
Chicken Sadako
Shredded chicken delicately seasoned with traditional Nepalese herbs and spices
Lamb Sadako
Shredded chicken delicately seasoned with traditional Nepalese herbs and spices
Timmur Chicken
Most popular street food in Nepal, sausage served with (Nepali chutney).
Chicken Sausage ( 2Pcs)
Most popular street food in Nepal, sausage served with tomato sauce
Sukuti (Dried Lamb Meat)
Smoked dried Jerky meat fried and sautéed in tomato, onion, chili, Himalayan style sauce
Veg Nepali Dishes
Timmur Aloo
Potato wedges infused with mustard oil, turmeric, and Timmur for vibrant flavor.
Badam (Peanut) Sadako
Nepali-style peanuts! Fresh veggies, herbs, and spices for a twist.
Chow Chow Sadako (Chatpata)
Fried noodles mixed with fresh onions, tomato, coriander and spices, a must try street food.
Bhutmas Sadako
Soybean with a Nepali twist, combined with fresh vegetables and a blend of herbs and spices
Aloo Chop (2pcs)
Potato mash infused with the punch of ginger, garlic, onion, and a burst of fresh coriander, followed by a sizzling dip in hot oil (2 pcs)
Cannon Shots (Pani Puri 8 pcs)
Popular chaat of crispy puffed balls filled with potato, chickpeas, onions, spices, and flavored water.
Mushroom Choila
Mushrooms with fresh herbs, onions, chilies, coriander, and chef’s spices—perfectly blended!
Mains Chicken
Delhi Style Butter Chicken (With Bone)
Nation’s favorite chicken cooked in tomato-cashew cream sauce with bone tandoori chicken.
Butter Chicken
Nation’s favorite: chicken in harmonious tomato-cashew cream sauce.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Tandoori chicken cooked with Indian spices, tangy tomato sauce, onion, and capsicum.
Chicken Kadai
Tender chicken cooked with peppers, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices in a hearty wok curry.
Chicken Rogan Josh
Traditional Kashmiri curry: tomatoes, onions, and aromatic spices.
Chicken Jalfrezi
Zesty chicken with bell peppers, onions, and fresh coriander.
Chicken Saagwala
Chicken blended with spinach purée, garlic, and Punjabi spices—a favorite.
Chicken Madras
Classic South Indian recipe with curry leaves, mustard seeds, and coconut cream.
Chicken Vindaloo
Goan hot curry with roasted spices, vinegar, coconut, and chicken.
Chicken Korma
Chicken cooked with onion, cashew nut paste and finished with cream.
Chicken Lababdar
Aromatic chicken curry with onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, and traditional spices.
Chicken Timmur Special Curry
Timmur’s special recipe.
Mains Lamb
Butter Lamb
Lamb in harmonious tomato-cashew cream sauce.
Lamb Tikka Masala
Tandoori lamb cooked with Indian spices, tangy tomato sauce, onion, and capsicum.
Lamb Kadai
Tender lamb cooked with peppers, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices in a hearty wok curry.
Lamb Rogan Josh
Traditional Kashmiri curry: tomatoes, onions, and aromatic spices.
Lamb Jalfrezi
Zesty lamb with bell peppers, onions, and fresh coriander.
Lamb Saagwala
Lamb blended with spinach purée, garlic, and Punjabi spices.
Lamb Madras
Classic South Indian recipe with curry leaves, mustard seeds, and coconut cream.
Lamb Vindaloo
Goan hot curry with roasted spices, vinegar, coconut, and lamb.
Lamb Korma
Lamb cooked with onion, cashew nut paste and finished with cream.
Lamb Lababdar
Aromatic lamb curry with onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, and traditional spices.
Lamb Timmur Special Curry
Timmur’s special recipe.
Mains Seafood
Butter Prawn/Fish
Prawn/fish in tomato-cashew cream sauce.
Prawn Saag
Prawn/fish with spinach purée, garlic, and Punjabi spices.
Prawn Curry
Prawn/fish cooked in chef’s special curry sauce.
Fish/Prawn Masala
Fish/prawn cooked with Indian spices, tangy tomato sauce, onion, and capsicum.
Prawn Korma
Succulent prawns in a rich, creamy curry sauce with aromatic spices.
Timmur Special Curry (Fish/Prawn)
Timmur’s special recipe.
Mains Veg
Butter Paneer
Paneer cooked in tomato-cashew cream sauce.
Paneer Tikka Masala
Paneer with capsicum, onions, and yogurt-fenugreek sauce.
Paneer Saag
Paneer with spinach purée, garlic, and spices.
Paneer Kadai
Paneer in spicy tomato sauce with fresh coriander and chili.
Shahi Paneer
Royal cottage cheese curry in onion-cashew gravy.
Veg Korma
Veggies cooked with onion, cashew nut paste and cream.
Eggplant Masala
Fried eggplant curry with onion, tomato, and garlic.
Malai Kofta
Paneer, nut, and potato balls fried and bathed in creamy sauce.
Veg Jalfrezi
Seasonal mix veggies cooked with spices and herbs.
Chana Masala
Chickpeas cooked with onions, tomatoes, and Indian spices.
Bhindi Masala
Fried okra curry with onion, tomato, and garlic.
Daal Tadka (Yellow)
Yellow lentils tempered with Kashmiri chili, curry leaves, and cumin.
Dal Mananki
Black lentils and red kidney beans finished with butter and cream.
Home Style Nepali Curry
Goat Curry (With Bone)
Slow cooked tender goat curry pieces with Himalayan spices.
Lamb Curry
Soft boneless lamb curry cooked with Nepalese Himalayan spices.
Chicken Curry (Home Style)
Soft boneless chicken curry cooked with Nepalese Himalayan spices.
Thakali Dal
Black bean tempered with Himalayan wild garlic leaves and mustard.
Aloo Gobi
Potato and cauliflower with ginger, onions, coriander, spices, and tomatoes.
Aloo Bodi Tama
Nepalese curry with pickled bamboo shoots, potatoes, and black-eyed beans.
Aloo Sag
Potato with a mix of spices and fresh spinach purée.
Veg Momos
Veg Steam Momo (10 pcs)
Dumplings filled with minced vegetables, a stable blend of herbs and spices. Served with special Timmur Sauce
Veg Jhol Momo (Kathmandu Style Cold) (8 pcs)
Momos, served with tangy flowy sauce made with soybean, sesame, tomatoes and lapsi (hog plum) powder
Veg Chilli Momos (8pcs)
Fried Momos cooked with capsicum,onion and tomato served with a chilli sauce
Veg Shewzian Momo
Fried momos cooked with capsicum,onion and tomato served with a schezwan sauce
Veg Kothya Momo (Pan Fried)
Momos, filled with veggies steamed and half pan fried, served with special timmur sauce
Veg Tandoori Momo
Momos marinated with herbs and spices, yoghurt, cooked in the tandoor. Served with capsicum,onions and timmur special sauce
Veg Soup Momo (Hot)
Momos, served with tomato based soup, sesame and timmur spices
Veg Crispy Momo (Deep Fried)
Momos, dipped in breadcrumb, chucked in the deep fryer, served with timmur special sauce
Veg Timmur Special Momo
Momos, served with diced capsicum, onion, pepper, tempered in chefs special sauce
Veg Sandheko Momo
Handmade Nepalese Dumpling (10pc) marinated with special chutney and sauce.
Butter Momo
Momos served with creamy butter sauce
Chicken Momos
Chicken Steam Momo
Dumplings filled with minced meat , a stable blend of herbs and spices. Served with special Timmur Sauce
Chicken Jhol Momo (Cold Kathmandu Style)
Momos, served with tangy flowy sauce made with soybean, sesame, tomatoes and lapsi (hog plum) powder
Chicken Chilli Momos
Fried Momos cooked with capsicum,onion and tomato served with a chilli sauce
Chicken Shewzian Momo
Fried momos cooked with capsicum,onion and tomato served with a schezwan sauce
Chicken Kothya Momo (Pan Fried)
Momos, filled with meat steamed and half pan fried, served with special timmur sauce Tandoori
Chicken Tandoori Momo
Momos marinated with herbs and spices, yoghurt, cooked in the tandoor. Served with capsicum,onions and timmur special sauce
Chicken Soup Momo (Hot)
Momos, served with tomato based soup, sesame and timmur spices
Chicken Crispy Momo (Deep Fried)
Momos, dipped in breadcrumb, chucked in the deep fryer, served with timmur special sauce
Chicken Timmur Special Momo
Momos, served with diced capsicum, onion, pepper, tempered in chefs special sauce
Chicken Sandheko Momo
Handmade Nepalese Dumpling (10pc) marinated with special chutney and sauce.
Chicken Paphar Ko Momo (Buckwheat Flour)
Dumplings filled with minced chicken with buckwheat flour, a stable blend of herbs and spices. Served with special Timmur Sauce
Chicken Butter Momo
Momos served with creamy butter sauce
Lamb Momos
Lamb Steam Momo
Dumplings filled with minced meat , a stable blend of herbs and spices. Served with special Timmur Sauce
Lamb Jhol Momo (Cold Kathmandu Style)
Momos, served with tangy flowy sauce made with soybean, sesame, tomatoes and lapsi (hog plum) powder
Lamb Chilli Momos
Fried Momos cooked with capsicum,onion and tomato served with a chilli sauce
Lamb Shewzian Momo
Fried momos cooked with capsicum,onion and tomato served with a schezwan sauce
Lamb Kothya Momo (Pan Fried)
Momos, filled with meat steamed and half pan fried, served with special timmur sauce
Lamb Tandoori Momo
Momos marinated with herbs and spices, yoghurt, cooked in the tandoor. Served with capsicum,onions and timmur special sauce
Lamb Soup Momo (Hot)
Momos, served with tomato based soup, sesame and timmur spices
Lamb Crispy Momo (Deep Fried)
Momos, dipped in breadcrumb, chucked in the deep fryer, served with timmur special sauce
Lamb Timmur Special Momo
Momos, served with diced capsicum, onion, pepper, tempered in chefs special sauce
Lamb Sandheko Momo
Handmade Nepalese Dumpling (10pc) marinated with special chutney and sauce.
Lamb Butter Momo
Momos served with creamy butter sauce
Chow Mein
Veg Chow Mein
Stir-fried egg noodles with fresh mix of vegetables and touch of spices and herbs.
Chicken Chow Mein
Stir-fried egg noodles with fresh mix of vegetables and touch of spices and herbs.
Lamb Chow Mein
Stir-fried egg noodles with fresh mix of vegetables and touch of spices and herbs.
Schezwan Veg Chow Mein
Stir-fried egg noodles with a fresh mix of vegetables and touch of spices and herbs, tossed in schezwan chowmein
Schezwan Chicken Chow Mein
Stir-fried egg noodles with a fresh mix of vegetables and touch of spices and herbs, tossed in schezwan chowmein
Schezwan Lamb Chow Mein
Stir-fried egg noodles with a fresh mix of vegetables and touch of spices and herbs, tossed in schezwan chowmein
Keema Chowmein
Timmur keema noodles: stir-fried noodles with mixed vegetables and seasoned keema, in a special Timmur recipe. Chicken/Lamb
Chowmein with Sukuti – Lamb
Stir-fried noodles with veggies and fried dry lamb (special Timmur recipe).
Thukpa
Thukpa Veg Soupy Noodles
Hot and spicy noodle soup with boiled stick noodles and your choice of soup.
Thukpa Chicken Soupy Noodles
A hot and spicy egg noodle soup with aromatic herbs and spices
Veg Momo Thukpa
Spicy hot noodle soup with momos in authentic broth.
Chicken Momo Thukpa
Spicy hot noodle soup with momos in authentic broth.
Lamb Momo Thukpa
Spicy hot noodle soup with momos in authentic broth.
Biryani
Veg Biryani
Chicken Biryani
Lamb Biryani
Goat Biryani (With Bone)
Fish Biryani
Prawn Biryani
Indo Chinese
Chilli Chicken
Crispy boneless chicken, with a golden cornflour coating, combines harmoniously with a lively blend of fresh bell peppers and onions, elevated by a tangy chilli sauce
Chicken Manchurian
Chicken pakora, cooked with ginger and garlic, tosed in Chinese Sauce
Veg Manchurian
Veg pakora, cooked with ginger and garlic, tosed in Chinese Sauce
Gobi Manchurian - Dry
Gobi pakora, cooked with ginger and garlic, tosed in Chinese Sauce
Chilli Paneer
Indian-Style Paneer Pakora Prepared with Chinese Spices, Ginger, and Garlic
Veg Fried Rice
Stir fried rice in Wok mixed with veggies and special house sauce.
Chicken Fried Rice
Stir fried rice in Wok mixed with meat and special house sauce.
Lamb Fried Rice
Stir fried rice in Wok mixed with meat and special house sauce.
Veg Schezwan Fried Rice
Stir fried rice in Wok mixed with veggies and schezwan sauce
Chicken Schezwan Fried Rice
Stir fried rice in Wok mixed with meat and schezwan sauce
Lamb Schezwan Fried Rice
Stir fried rice in Wok mixed with meat and schezwan sauce
Paneer 65
Pieces of paneer marinated in southern Indian spices, yoghurt and chef’s special masala.
Chicken 65
Pieces of chicken marinated in southern Indian spices, yoghurt and chef’s special masala.
Chilli Lollipop
Tender crispy chicken lollipops with fresh capsicum and onions in a spicy chilli sauce, elevated by the fragrant essence of ginger and garlic.
Chilli Chips
Crispy fries paired with fresh capsicum and onions in a zesty chilli sauce, elevated by the aromatic blend of ginger and garlic.
Breads
Tandoori Roti
wholemeal bread, brushed with a touch of butter.
Tawa Roti
Soft roti made of flour, great with curry, cooked on the tawa
Plain Naan
Leavened bread dough made with fine flour.
Butter Naan
Leavened bread dough made with fine flour.
Garlic Naan
Plain flour bread garnished with garlic, and butter
Cheese Naan
Bread filled with grated cheese and topped with a flavorful blend of butter.
Cheese Garlic Naan
Bread filled with grated cheese and topped with a flavorful blend of garlic, coriander and butter.
Peshwari Naan
Special naan from Peshawar, plain flour bread with sultana (raisins), coconut, and cottage cheese.
Cheese Spinach Naan
Leavened bread stuffed with cheese, spinach and fresh herbs
Lacha Paratha
Hand-rolled bread, made from wholemeal flour, is stuffed with clarified butter.
Chocolate Naan
Naan bread stuffed with chocolate cooked in the tandoor
Chocolate Cheese Naan.
Naan bread stuffed with chocolate and cheese cooked in the tandoor
Soups
Veg Hot And Sour
A harmonious fusion of fresh veges, soy sauce, along with a medley of herbs and spices, creates a sublime Himalayan soup.
Chicken Hot And Sour
A harmonious fusion of chicken and egg soy sauce, along with a medley of herbs and spices, creates a sublime Himalayan soup.
Veg Manchow Soup
A harmonious fusion of fresh veges, soy sauce, along with a medley of herbs and spices, creates a sublime Himalayan soup, topped with crispy noodles
Chicken Manchow Soup
A harmonious fusion of chicken and egg, soy sauce, along with a medley of herbs and spices, creates a sublime Himalayan soup, topped with crispy noodles
Veg Sweet Corn Soup
Sweet corn soup made with tender corn kernels, infused with indian spices and herbs
Chicken Sweet Corn Soup
Sweet corn soup made with tender corn kernels, infused with indian spices and herbs
Timmur Veg Special Soup
A harmonious fusion of chicken and egg/fresh veges, soy sauce, along with a medley of herbs and spices, creates a sublime Himalayan soup, mixed with schezwan pepper and chefs special ingredients
Timmur Chicken Special Soup
A harmonious fusion of chicken and egg/fresh veges, soy sauce, along with a medley of herbs and spices, creates a sublime Himalayan soup, mixed with schezwan pepper and chefs special ingredients
Side Dish
Fries
Butter Fries
Fries, served with creamy butter sauce
Papadum
Thin and crispy deep fried dough, made of lentil flour. A wafer of India.
Nuggets And Chips
Rice
Plain Rice
Jeera Rice
Biryani Rice
Accompaniment
Mint Sauce
Nepali Chatny (Timmur Sauce)
Home-made tomato barbecue sauce, crafted with homemade spice blends and enhanced by the addition of fresh ginger and garlic
Timmur Choop (Extra Hot)
Spicy szechuan pepper, salt, garlic and mustard oil mixed to make flavourful chutney
Szechuan Sauce
Mixed Pickle
Spicy, salty and indescribably delicious.
Mango Chutney
Spicy, salty and indescribably delicious.
Raita
Muli Ka Achar (Radish Pickle)
Radish slices, meticulously dried, and infused with a blend of traditional Nepalese seasonings and spices
Dessert
Gulab Jamun With Yogurt
Mango Kulfi
Pista Kulfi
Gajar Ka Halwa
Salad
Onion Salad
Garden Salad
Refreshing and wholesome house green salad with a touch of Indian/Nepalese seasoning.
Thaiger
Thaiger brings a lively approach to Thai food to the Surrey Crescent shops. Its menu is built for sharing, mixing recognisable Thai flavours with playful presentations and combinations. It works especially well when everyone at the table is happy to order a spread: something crisp to begin, a curry, a noodle or rice dish, and perhaps a dessert to finish.
The restaurant has the colour and bustle for a sociable night out, while the kitchen gives it substance beyond the setting. Diners looking for a familiar pad Thai can find one, but exploring the wider menu is the better way to understand what makes Thaiger distinctive. It is an appealing Grey Lynn option when dinner should feel relaxed and celebratory.
Address: 2 Surrey Crescent, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021, New Zealand
Thaiger Auckland Menu
Small Plates
Tom Yum Cashew Nuts
Roasted Cashews tossed with vibrant Tom Yum flavours — zesty, spicy and aromatic.
Pork Belly w/ Sticky Rice
Crispy pork belly served with sticky rice, spicy Thai dipping sauce
Panang Wontons
6 x Pork and prawn wontons cooked in vibrant Panang curry sauce, green bean, capsicum
Grilled Chicken Satay
Marinated grilled chicken skewers served with house made satay sauce
Bang Bang Prawns
Seasoned battered prawn cutlets with house made lime and coriander mayo
Hoisin Duck Spring Rolls
Aromatic Duck, ginger & hoisin spring rolls 3 pcs
Pim's Curry Puffs
Pimvalee's hand-made curry puffs, chicken, kumara, spices, flaky pastry 4pcs
Thaiger Skewer Rack
Marinated grilled pork belly skewers, dipping sauce, 4 skewers
Goong Nampla
Raw prawn cutlets marinated in a spicy vibrant mix of fish sauce, lemon, garlic, chili and thai herbs, 8 pcs
Thai Prawn Toast
Crisp, golden triangles layered with a savoury prawn paste and fried until light and crunchy. Contains sesame seeds
Vegan Spinach Dumplings
In spicy chili sauce, 6 pcs
Thai Fish Cakes
Spiced white fish patties infused with red curry paste and kaffir lime, fried until golden. Served with a sweet chili dipping sauce
TFC - Thaiger Fried Chicken
Crispy chicken pieces tossed in a spicy Laab-style seasoning with chilli, lime and fragrant Thai herbs
Classics
Thaiger Pad Thai
Pad Thai with our house-made tamarind, palm sugar sweet and sour sauce GF
Chicken Thigh Cashew Nuts
Tender chicken thigh pieces, wok-tossed with fresh seasonal vegetables & Cashews. Finished in a savory-sweet chili jam sauce. Prawns + $5
Gai Yang Platter
Thai BBQ Chicken thigh, Som tum salad, sticky rice, dipping sauce
Tom Yum Thaiger Prawn Soup
Creamy hot and sour soup infused with 10 large grade Prawn cutlets, fresh lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime, and Phoenix oyster mushrooms
Pad Khing Stir Fry
Classic Thai fresh ginger stir fry with pork eye fillet or chicken and seasonal vege GF
Green Chicken Thigh Curry
Creamy coconut, chicken thigh, veges, bamboo, green peppercorns, kaffir lime GF
Mussaman Beef Curry
Slow-cooked tender Angus beef curry, potato, tamarind, star anise, cinnamon
Slow Roasted Lamb Massaman Curry
Lamb foreshank, potato, tamarind, star anise, cinnamon
Duck Curry
Roasted aromatic duck with grilled fresh pineapple, cherry tomato, grape, lychee GF
Drunken Noodles
Soft flat rice noodles, chili, garlic, basil, with pork or chicken
The Laab Boat
Flavourful minced chicken salad with a zesty chili lime dressing with fresh Thai herbs
Mair Yai Papaya Salad
Grandma’s recipe: zingy, spicy, savoury Papaya SomTum salad
Signatures
Thai Style Baby Back Pork Ribs
Slow cooked tender meaty baby back ribs with delicious spicy Pad Cha sauce, green peppercorns, chili, garlic
Prawn and Pineapple Curry
Tropical flavour's of succulent prawns and fresh pineapple in aromatic red curry. Served inside a jumbo sized fresh pineapple
Crispy Snapper
Whole line-caught fresh snapper, deep fried golden, smothered in a vibrant, zesty Thai dressing with fresh herbs and cashews
Choo Chee Whole Snapper & Prawns
Crispy whole snapper and prawns drizzled with a rich, aromatic red curry reduction, green bean, red capsicum and finished with kaffir lime leaves
Sharing Platter for Two
Pad Thai Chicken Thaiger Fried Rice Papaya Salad Curry Puffs Duck Spring Rolls Prawn Twisters 2 x Dipping Sauces
Seafood Platter
Seafood Platter Crispy Whole Snapper with Tamarind sauce Spicy basil squid Salmon yum Papaya salad with soft shell crab Pla goong Bang-bang prawns Prawn twisters Blue coconut rice Thai dipping sauces. Please note that components may change depending on availablility. Contains peanuts.
Sides
Cauliflower Cashew Fried Rice
Freshly grated cauliflower, egg, fried rice topped with Cashew Nuts (serves 2 to 3) GF
Seasonal Veges
Stir-fried in shiitake mushroom sauce GF
Thaiger Fried Rice
Egg fried rice, pineapple, cashews, sring onion. Add chicken + $8
Rice & Roti
Jasmine Rice
Sticky Rice
Blue Coconut Rice
Roti 2 pcs
Cashew Nuts
Dessert
Mango Sticky Rice (Seasonal)
Mango, sticky rice, coconut sauce, mango boba, coconut ice cream. (Can be made Vegan with coconut sorbet.)
Crispy Banana Balls
Deep-Fried Banana Balls with coconut ice cream, chocolate caramel sauce. (Can be made Vegan with coconut sorbet.)
Siam Sundae
Kaffir lime and coconut icecream, cream, crushed peanuts, chocolate sauce $12. (Can be made Vegan with coconut sorbet.)
Vegan
Tofu Spring Rolls
Made in house, ginger soy marinated tofu and shredded veges, 3 pcs
Crispy Mock Chicken Noodles
Karaage style crispy tofu, fresh yellow noodles, seasonal veges, house made vegan sauce
Tom Yum Tofu Tropical Noodles
Fresh noodles stir fried with creamy coconut tom yum sauce, tofu, fresh pineapple and seasonal veges
Tofu Satay Stir Fry
Seasonal veges, sauteed organic tofu, stir-fried in Vegan satay sauce GF
Shiitake Phoenix Mushroom
Mock chicken, wok tossed, seasonal veges, shiitake mushrooms
Cauliflower Thai Fried Rice
Freshly cauliflower rice, sauteed tofu, curry spices, beansprouts, spring onion, veges GF
Set Menu
The set menu includes 4 different entrees and 5 dishes This is served on sharing plates for everyone to help themselves. $59 per person (Minimum of 4)
Grilled chicken satay skewers
Spicy Spinach Dumplings
Pims Curry Puffs
Prawn Cakes
Green Chicken Curry
Pad Thai
Prawn & Chicken
Spicy Basil Pork Eye Fillet
Thaiger Fried Rice
SomTum Salad
Mango Sticky Rice
Dessert + $10 (for sharing with 2 people)
Prawn & Chicken Spicy Basil
Pork Eye Fillet
Beers
Singha Beer
Tiger Beer
Beer Chang
Asahi Dry Zero
Steinlager Light 2.5%
Asahi Super Dry Lager
Thai Drinks
Non Alcoholic
Thaiger Thai Tea
Butterfly Pea Lemon Soda
Thai Green Milk Tea
Thaiger Iced Lemon Tea
Thai Unicorn Milk Tea
Cocktails
THAI ME
Peychaud’s Aperitivo, Lemon Juice, East Imperial Grapefruit Soda
PEACH & CHILI MARGARITA
El Jimador Blanco, Cointreau, Lime Juice, Peach, Chilli
BANGKOK BREEZE SPRITZ
Vodka, prosecco, zesty yuzu and fresh cucumber. Clean, crisp and refreshing.
LYCHEE LYCHEE
London Dry Gin, Lychee Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Lemon Juice, Soda
ESPRESSO MARTINI
Quick Brown Fox coffee liquor, Finlandia Vodka, Harpoon Cold brew espresso
Mocktails
MINT MOJITO
Virgin Mojito, lime juice, mint, Thai ginger beer
WHITE THAIGER
Virgin Pina Colada, pineapple juice, coconut cream, coconut milk, lime
MAN-GO THAILAND
Mango juice, lime juice, chilli flakes, lemonade
TROPICAL SUNRISE
Pineapple juice, grenadine, lemonade
COCONUT ISLAND SMOOTHIE
Blended coconut cream, coconut juice, cream, grated fresh coconut
Wines - Sauvignon Blanc
Catalina Sounds 2023 Sauvignon (Marlborough)
Dog Point Sauvignon 2023 (Marlborough)
Wines - Chardonnay
TW Reserve Chardonnay 2020 (Gisborne)
Mahi Chardonnay 2020 (Marlborough)
Stone Paddock Chardonnay 2023 (Hawkes Bay)
Wines - Sparkling
Bandini Prosecco NV DOC (Veneto Italy)
Bird in Hand Sparkling 200ml (Adelaide Sth. Aust)
Wines - Pinot Gris
Stone Paddock Chardonnay 2023 (Hawkes Bay)
Spy Valley 2023 (Marlborough)
Ozone Coffee Roasters
Ozone is a substantial Grey Lynn café with coffee at its centre. The roastery and eatery occupy a roomy industrial space on Westmoreland Street West, so a visit feels different from a quick stop at a small espresso bar. There is space to meet friends, sit down for breakfast or lunch, and spend some time choosing how you would like your coffee prepared.
Its range of espresso and filter coffee gives enthusiasts plenty to investigate, while the food makes the trip worthwhile for people who simply want a proper meal. Ozone is at its best when treated as both: a café with an ambitious coffee programme and an easy daytime gathering place. Its scale also makes it useful when a group needs more room than a typical neighbourhood café can offer.
Address: 1/18 Westmoreland Street West, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021, New Zealand
Ozone Coffee Roasters Menu
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Breakfast
(gif) Gluten intolerant friendly; (vf) Vegan friendly; (v) Vegetarian; (df) Dairy free; (n) Nuts; (sf) Shellfish; (f) Fish. All extras will be charged as sides. Additional allergen information available on request. All dishes may contain traces of any of the allergens listed.
Southland oat granola, Otis Oat M!lk & seasonal fruit
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Porridge, oat milk with seasonal fruit
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Chia pudding, summer fruits, buckwheat banana chip
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Sourdough crumpet, whipped ricotta, rosemary honey, seasonal fruit, bacon
(veg on request)
Northland banana bread
(gif) (vf); Choice to add: Salted butter 2, Seasonal jam 2, Hazelnut butter (n) 2, Kiwifruit marmalade 2
Cheddar cornbread w chilli butter
(v) (gif); add two eggs any style 5; add soft scrambled eggs 6
Ozone spaghetti on toast, smoked onion butter, fried egg, aged gouda
(v); add sausage 6
Field mushrooms on toast, fermented chilli, pickled onion, aged Mercer Gouda, house crème fraîche
(v) (vegan on request); add poached egg 3
Smoked fish kedgeree w poached egg, labneh, salsa verde & kumara crunch
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Breakfast – Eggs
(gif) Gluten intolerant friendly; (vf) Vegan friendly; (v) Vegetarian; (df) Dairy free; (n) Nuts; (sf) Shellfish; (f) Fish. All extras will be charged as sides.
Two eggs on house sourdough
(v); House seeded rye 1; House gluten free (gif) 2; Soft scrambled eggs 2
Omelette house-made feta, mushrooms, greens, sourdough toast
(gif on request) (v); add smoked Mt Cook alpine salmon (f) 7
Eggs Benedict on bubble ‘n’ squeak cakes w hollandaise
With a choice of: House cured Mt Cook Salmon (f), Bacon, Fermented chili mushroom (v), Little River halloumi (v)
Breakfast – Sides
(gif) Gluten intolerant friendly; (vf) Vegan friendly; (v) Vegetarian; (df) Dairy free; (n) Nuts; (sf) Shellfish; (f) Fish. All extras will be charged as sides.
Spiced roast pumpkin, lemon coconut yoghurt, coriander, coffee walnuts
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Seasonal greens, preserved lemon butter
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Organic Kelmarna garden salad greens, acidulated dressing
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Field mushrooms, fermented chilli
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Streaky bacon
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House cured Mt Cook alpine salmon
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Little River halloumi, salsa verde
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Pork & fennel sausage, house-made ketchup
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Hash brown
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Tempura eggplant, sourdough chilli glaze, sauerkraut salt, spring onion
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Hand-cut chips w preserved salt & smoked potato aioli
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Weekend
(gif) Gluten intolerant friendly; (vf) Vegan friendly; (v) Vegetarian; (df) Dairy free; (n) Nuts; (sf) Shellfish; (f) Fish. All dishes may contain traces of any of the allergens listed. All extras will be charged as sides. Additional allergen information available on request.
Southland oat granola, Otis Oat M!lk & seasonal fruit
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Chia pudding, summer fruits, buckwheat banana chip
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Northland banana bread
(gif) (vf); Choice to add: Salted butter 2, Seasonal jam 2, Hazelnut butter (n) 2, Kiwifruit marmalade 2
Cheddar cornbread w chilli butter
(gif) (v); add two eggs any style 5; add soft scrambled eggs 6
Two eggs on house sourdough
(v); House seeded rye 1; House gluten free (gif) 2; Soft scrambled eggs 2
Ozone spaghetti on toast, smoked onion butter, fried egg, aged gouda
(v); add sausage 6
Smoked fish kedgeree w poached egg, labneh, salsa verde & kumara crunch
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Spicy Chilaquiles, aged gouda, avocado cream, fried egg
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Halloumi fritters, leek labneh, salad, dukkah
(v) (n)
Eggs Benedict on bubble ‘n’ squeak cakes w hollandaise
with a choice of: Cured Mt Cook alpine salmon (f), Bacon, Little River halloumi (v), Field mushrooms, fermented chilli (v)
Field mushrooms on toast, fermented chilli, pickled onion, aged Mercer Gouda, house crème fraiche
(v) (vf on request); Add poached egg 3
Ric’s Braised Awatoru venison mince on focaccia w piccalilli & aged gouda
add poached egg 3
Weekend – Ozone Breakfast
Two eggs any style on sourdough w bacon & sausage, chilli mushrooms, hash brown & house-made ketchup
Weekend – Veggie Breakfast
Two eggs any style on sourdough w local greens, chilli mushrooms, Little River halloumi & hash brown
(v); add soft scrambled eggs 2
Weekend – Sides
(gif) Gluten intolerant friendly; (vf) Vegan friendly; (v) Vegetarian; (df) Dairy free; (n) Nuts; (sf) Shellfish; (f) Fish.
Spiced roast pumpkin, lemon coconut yoghurt, coriander, coffee walnuts
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Seasonal greens, preserved lemon butter
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Organic Kelmarna garden salad greens, acidulated dressing
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Field mushrooms, fermented chilli
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Streaky bacon
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House cured Mt Cook salmon
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Little River halloumi, salsa verde
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Pork & fennel sausage, house-made ketchup
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Hash brown
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Tempura eggplant, sourdough chilli glaze, sauerkraut salt, spring onion
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Hand-cut chips w preserved salt & smoked potato aioli
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Weekend – Sweet treats
Gluten free pancake, brown butter cream, seasonal citrus, banoffee syrup, confit orange skin
(gif) (v); add bacon 10
Lunch
(gif) Gluten intolerant friendly; (vf) Vegan friendly; (v) Vegetarian; (df) Dairy free; (n) Nuts; (sf) Shellfish; (f) Fish. All extras will be charged as sides. Additional allergen information available on request. All dishes may contain traces of any of the allergens listed.
Chia pudding, summer fruits, buckwheat banana chip
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Sourdough crumpet, whipped ricotta, rosemary honey, seasonal fruit, bacon
(veg on request)
Ajo Blanco market fish, herb salad, kumara crisps
(f) (n) (df)
Mt Cook alpine salmon tostada, blood orange, avocado cream, coriander, chives
(f)
Field mushrooms on toast, fermented chilli, pickled onion, aged Mercer gouda, house crème fraîche
(v) (vegan on request); add poached egg 3
Lamb neck ragu, house-made pappardelle, aged cheese, crispy leek
Caesar salad, grilled chicken, cos lettuce, dried bacon, aged rind emulsion, poached egg, sourdough croutons
(gif upon request)
Braised pork belly, labneh, harissa, capsicum, salad, house-made flatbread
Smoked fish kedgeree w poached egg, labneh, salsa verde & kumara crunch
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Eggs Benedict on bubble ‘n’ squeak cakes w hollandaise
with a choice of: Cured Mt Cook alpine salmon (f), Bacon, Little River halloumi (v), Field mushrooms, fermented chilli (v)
Lunch – On Toast
(gif) Gluten intolerant friendly; (vf) Vegan friendly; (v) Vegetarian; (df) Dairy free; (n) Nuts; (sf) Shellfish; (f) Fish.
Green pea, courgette & herb smash, house-made ricotta, pickled egg, coffee walnuts, burnt lemon, toasted rye bread
(v) (gif on request) (vegan on request)
Smoked salmon, cream cheese, pickles, pickled radish, dill & sourdough toast
(gif on request)
Lunch – Sides
(gif) Gluten intolerant friendly; (vf) Vegan friendly; (v) Vegetarian; (df) Dairy free; (n) Nuts; (sf) Shellfish; (f) Fish. All extras will be charged as sides.
Spiced roast pumpkin, lemon coconut yoghurt, coriander, coffee walnuts
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Organic Kelmarna garden salad greens, acidulated dressing
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House cured Mt Cook alpine salmon
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Seasonal greens, preserved lemon butter
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Pork & fennel sausage, house-made ketchup
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Hash brown
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Streaky bacon
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Tempura eggplant, sourdough chilli glaze, sauerkraut salt, spring onion
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Hand-cut chips w preserved salt & smoked potato aioli
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Kids Menu – Food
Only available for those under 12 years of age. (gif) Gluten intolerant friendly; (v) Vegetarian.
Toast with jam, honey or hazelnut butter
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Spaghetti & cheese
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Kids pancake, yoghurt & jam or honey
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Seasonal slider & fries
Kids Menu – Drinks
Only available for those under 12 years of age.
Smoothies
Banana; Berry
Juice
Orange; Apple
Hot Chocolate
Fluffy
with house-made vanilla marshmallow
Filter
Aeropress
Brazil: Cachoeira da Grama
Yellow Bourbon, Pulped Natural. Roasted hazelnuts dipped in sticky toffee fill the cup, before shifting into dark chocolate on the finish and walnut on the aftertaste for a sweet, smooth, easy drinking coffee.
Costa Rica: Don Joel
Villa Sarchi, Yellow Honey. Full of fruit sweetness, this coffee starts with lemon and lime before a soft mashup of orange and tinned peaches rolls in.
Colombia: Popayan
Mixed, Washed. Juicy flavours of tangerine and stone-fruits combined with caramel, and a hint of cacao nibs and sugar cane in the finish.
West Coast Cocoa & Chai
Deluxe Chocolate
Peppermint Chocolate
Mayan Chilli Chocolate
Caramel Chocolate
Webster’s Tea
We’re unable to offer refills on our teas.
English breakfast
Earl grey
Sencha
Peppermint
Cocktails
Mimosa
Paradise prosecco, orange juice
Ozone Bloody Mary
Black Collar vodka, tomato, rhubarb chillis, lemon
Virgin Mary
Tomato, rhubarb chillis, lemon
Espresso Martini
Black Collar chocolate vodka and Our House espresso
Beer
Sawmill beer on tap
Hazy Pale Ale; Pilsner
Beer Beer
Garage Project 4.8%
Birdseye Hazy IPA
Parrot Dog 5.8%
Nimble Pale Ale
Sawmill 2.5%
Wine
150ml / bottle
Q Pinot Gris
Waitaki Vally, New Zealand, 2022
Deep Down Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough, New Zealand, 2022
Odyssey Estate Chardonnay
Gisborne, New Zealand, 2022
Soft Drinks
Karma Cola
Karma Cola sugar free
Hibiscus Lemonade
Itameshi
Itameshi takes its name from the meeting of Italian and Japanese cooking, and that idea shapes the food rather than serving as decoration. Pasta, Japanese ingredients and savoury flavours appear together in dishes that invite a second look at familiar forms. For diners who enjoy trying something a little different, it offers one of Grey Lynn’s more distinctive menus.
The pleasure here is in the detail: a sauce given extra depth by miso, or a familiar dish made brighter by a Japanese accent. It is a good place to order across the menu with someone who shares your curiosity, especially if you would rather try several combinations than settle immediately on a single favourite. Check the current menu before visiting, as the selection can change.
Address: 4 Williamson Avenue, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021, New Zealand
Itameshi Menu
Brunch Menu
Monday to Friday 7:30am to 3pm, Saturday & Sunday 9am to 3pm.
Egg On Toast
2 eggs your way choice from white, focaccia, sourdough. GF bread instead $2, bacon $6, sausage $6. (V, GF optional)
Egg Benny
2 x poached eggs, furikake, hollandaise on rosemary focaccia. (V)
Smash Avocado Toast
tomato. cheese, furikake, marinated egg sourdough, GF bread instead $2
Oat Porridge
oat milk, berries, coconut yoghurt, nutty biscuit crumble. Vegan
Okonomiyaki Omelette
pickled ginger, green onion, bonito flakes, kewpie mayo, tomato bull dog sauce, choice from bacon, mushroom, sausage
Chicken on waffle
Spicy chicken, secret sauce, pickles, salad
Truffle Unagi Don
Grilled unagi (eel), truffle fried rice, scrambled eggs, yuzu kosho, pickled ginger
Salmon Soba
king salmon sashimi, soba noodle, shredded vegetables, fresh ponzu sauce, mint, coriander
Seafood Chilli Creamy Udon
Calabrese chilli butter, prawns, diamond clams, garlic panko crumbs. Mild
Wagyu Steak Don
garlic butter rice don, poached egg
Chicken Caesar
Cos lettuce, spicy karaage chicken, ponzu, sesame dressing, parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs.
Spicy Chicken Karaage
yumyum sauce, pickles. Gluten free
Mentaiko Tripoline
mentaiko, scallops, caviar
Beef Ragu Macaroni
Japanese curry, parmiggiano
Truffle Parmesan Fries
Matcha tiramisu
Tokyo Creme Pudding
Sicilian pistachio burnt cheesecake
(gf)
Dinner
Tuesday to Sunday 5pm to 10pm.
Rosemary focaccia
balsamic vinegar, olive oil +black garlic butter $4. Vegan
Market fish sashimi
rock melon, basil, yuzu kosho, creme fraiche. Gluten free
Scallops
koji mayo, chilli oil, scallop consommé, shallots. Gluten free
Spicy Karaage chicken
yumyum sauce, pickles. Mild
Tempura crab
soft shell crab, chilli cream, kombu, spring onion
Lobster bisque pasta
pappardelle, tiger prawns, pine nuts
Beef cheek ragu
macaroni, parmiggiano, Japanese curry
Mentaiko Tripoline
mentaiko, scallops, caviar
Seafood Chilli Creamy Udon
Calabrese chilli butter, prawns, diamond clams, garlic panko crumbs. Mild
Truffle Unagi Don
Grilled unagi (eel), truffle fried rice, scrambled eggs, yuzu kosho, pickled ginger
Wagyu Steak Don
garlic butter rice don, poached egg
Potato gnocchi
gouda cheese, squash puree, spiced pepitas. Vegetarian
Truffle Parmesan Fries
Chicken Caesar
Cos lettuce, spicy karaage chicken, ponzu, sesame dressing, parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs.
Charred broccolini
miso bagna cauda, sherry vinaigrette, shichimi. Vegetarian, Mild
Sicilian Pistachio cheesecake
Gluten free
Tokyo creme pudding
bread pudding, yuzu, ice cream
Cocktail
Licensed 10am to 11:30pm.
Milk Punch Whiskey
Osmanthus jasmine tea, lime, grape juice, milk, honey, cinnamon
Yuzu Gin
dry gin, Bacardi white rum, lime juice, yuzu, soda
Hot Black Honey Margrita
tequila, Cointreau, lime, red wine, plum herb salt
Sake Martini
Japanese sake, dry gin, Maraschino liqueur
Lavender aviation No.2
gin, lemon, lavender, butterfly pea, orange blossom
Dear Jane
Dear Jane is tucked into a residential part of Mount Albert, which is much of its charm. It feels like a neighbourhood meeting place: somewhere to catch up over coffee, pause for lunch or make an unhurried start to the weekend. The bright room and cabinet of baking give it the welcoming feel people hope to find in a local café.
The food goes beyond a minimal coffee and pastry stop, with substantial brunch and lunch options alongside sweeter choices. Asian influences add variety to the café format without making the menu difficult to navigate. Dear Jane is a particularly useful address when you want a sit down daytime meal away from the busier main road.
Address: 39 Martin Avenue, Mount Albert, Auckland 1025, New Zealand
Dear Jane Menu
Dear Jane Menu
French Toast
Strawberry cream cheese, herries coulis, Biscoff mascarpone & brandy snaps
Winter Porridge
Burnt banana, coconut chips & raspberry crumble
Fried Corn Fritter
On beetroot hummus, greens, halloumi, poached eggs, home made corn fritter & cauliflower
Shakshouka
Crushed tomato chunks, chickpea, free range eggs served with sourdough
Avocado Toast
Avocado on sourdough, honeycomb, whipped ricotta & pickled cherry tomato
Kimchi Pancake
Whipped ricotta, fried eggs, aged pecorino, avocado
Jane's Breakfast
Choice of egg (free range), Free range streaky bacon, crispy hash, grilled portobello, fresh tomato salad, sausage & sourdough
Eggs Benny
Poached eggs on Potato Gratin, fresh spinach, lime hollandaise & tandoori crème
Jane's Prawn Pasta
Linguini with grilled prawns and creamy pesto sauce
Kimchi Fried Rice
With fried egg, nori, roast sesame seed, spring onion and gochujang paste
Teriyaki Salmon Soba Salad
With our special Yuzu dressing, edamame heans & Asian slaw
Sticky Pork Belly Bowl
Slow cooked pork belly with hoisin glaze, Asian slaw, cucumber & edamame beans with steamed rice
Teriyaki Chicken Salad
Mesciun salad, teriyaki chicken, orange, roast almonds, seeds, shaved pecorino cheese with tomato and yuzu dressing
Teriyaki Chicken Bowl
Asian slaw, cucumber & edamame beans with steamed rice
Jane's Crispy Honey-Soy Chicken
Roasted almond, spring onion, garlic aioli, Asian slaw & pickles
Fried Chicken Burger
With Asian slaw, mayo, Cheddar cheese & pickles
Grilled Chicken Burger
With teriyaki glaze, greens, tomato, pickles & cheese
The Double Cheesemonger
Beef Patty with caramelised onion, greens, cheese & Ainoli
Eggs My Way
Free range eggs cooked your way and with your choice of sourdough, multigrain or gluten free toast
Bowl Of Fries
Truffle Fries
With garlic aioli and shaved aged pecorino
Smoothie & Shakes
Strawberry Colada
Strawberry, banana, pineapple, lime, pumpkin seeds, coconut milk
Sweet And Spicy
spicy chai, banana, almond milk, dates, almond butter
Very Green
kale, spinach, pineapple, apple juice, banana, chia seeds
Black Berry
blueberry, pineapple, banana, charcnal perwder, black sesame, coconut water
Milk Shakes
Juice & Soda
Sage Fresh Juice
granny smith apple, kale, lime
Ruby Fresh Juice
heetroot, celery, apple, ginger
Marigold Fresh Juice
orange, carrot, apple
Pomegranate Iced Tea
Lemon-Honey Iced Tea
Homemade Lemonade
Ginger Fizz Soda
Coffee & Tea
Espresso
Long Black
Americano
Short Mac
Long Mac
Flat White
Cappuccino
Latte
Hot Choc
Mocha
Matcha
Chai Latte
Cold Brew
Iced Coffee
Iced Chocolate
Iced Americano
Iced Mocha
Iced Matcha
Mt Albert BBQ Noodle House
Mt Albert BBQ Noodle House is a practical favourite for a satisfying meal without a long lead up. Roast meats, rice and noodle dishes form the heart of a broad menu, with portions that make it especially appealing when you arrive hungry. It is the sort of place where regulars know their order, while first time visitors may need a few minutes to take in the choices.
Come for the comfort of a generous plate of roast duck or pork, a noodle dish, or several dishes shared across the table. The experience is casual and direct, with food and value doing the work. Be attentive to the street number when visiting: this entry is for the restaurant at 930 New North Road, beside another similarly named noodle shop.
Address: 930 New North Road, Mount Albert, Auckland 1025, New Zealand
Mt Albert BBQ Noodle House Menu
Entree 小吃
Steam BBQ Pork Bun 叉烧包子
Prawn Cracker 炸虾片
Chips 炸薯条
Fried 6 Pc Plain Buns With Condense Milk 炸黄金馒头+练乳酱
10pcs Fan Fried Dumplings 10个煎饺
12pcs Fried Chicken Nuggets 12个香脆鸡块
10pcs Deep Fried Wontons 炸云吞
20pcs Spring Roll春卷
pork
Salt & Crunchy Chicken 盐酥鸡
vegetarian
Deep Fried Kumara Chips 炸番薯条
Cucumber Salad 凉拌黄瓜
Deep Fried Squid Tendril 炸鱿鱼须
10pcs Deep Fried Squid Rings 炸鱿鱼圈
10pcs Deep Fried Prawn Cutlets 10个炸虾排
8pcs Deep Fried Prawn Tempure 8个天妇罗
Deep Fried Chicken Wings 炸鸡翅
Steamed Chicken & Chilli Sauce ( Cold ) 口水鸡
Deep Fried Spicy Duck Chin 椒盐鸭下巴
Tokoyaki章鱼烧
Deep Fried Tofu炸豆腐
On Rice Dishes 盖饭类
Soya Chicken On Rice 豉油鸡饭
Roast Duck On Rice 烧鸭饭
Roast 2 Combination On Rice 双拼饭
Select 2 meat
Roast 3 Combination On Rice 三拼饭
Select 3 meat
Roast 4 Combination On Rice 四拼饭
select 4 meat
Curry Chicken On Rice 咖喱鸡饭
Hot & Spicy Chicken On Rice宫保鸡丁饭
Salted Pepper Chicken On Rice 辣子鸡饭
Pork /Chicken /Beef With Black Pepper On Rice 黑椒鸡肉/猪肉/牛肉饭
Honey Garlic Chicken On Rice 蜜汁鸡饭
Sweet & Sour Pork on Rice 咕咾肉饭
Beef & Tomato On Rice 番茄牛肉饭
Seafood Stirred On Rice 海鲜烩饭
Curry Beef Brisket On Rice 咖喱牛腩饭
Prawn With Vegetable & Cashew Nuts On Rice 腰果虾球饭
Steam RICE
Roast Chicken On Rice 烧鸡饭
Poached Chicken On Rice 白切鸡饭
Bbq Pork On Rice 叉烧饭
Fried Rice 炒饭
Vegetarian Fried Rice 素炒饭
Egg Fried Rice 蛋炒饭
Beef Fried Rice 牛肉炒饭
Yang Zhou Fried Rice 扬州炒饭
Seafood Fried Rice 海鲜炒饭
Chicken Fried Rice 鸡肉炒饭
Pork Fried Rice 猪肉炒饭
Roast Pork Fried Rice 烧肉炒饭
Fried Noodle 炒面类
Vegetarian Fried Noodles 素炒面
Beef Fried Noodles 牛肉炒面
Combination Meat Fried Noodles 什锦炒面
Beef Stir Fried Rice Noodle 干炒牛河
Malaysian Style Fried Rice Noodles 炒贵刁
Singapore Fried Vermicelli 星洲炒米粉
Seafood Fried Noodles 海鲜炒面
Congee 粥类
Plain Congee 白粥
Fish Congee 鱼片粥
Pork & Century Egg Congee 皮蛋瘦肉粥
Roast Duck Congee 烧鸭粥
Chicken Congee 鸡肉粥
Beef Congee 牛肉粥
Chef's Specialties
Braised Tofu & Vegetables 红烧豆腐
Stir Fried Season Bean 干煸四季豆
Stir Fried Eggplant With Season Bean 茄子四季豆
Stir Fried Egg With Prawn 滑蛋虾仁
Beef/Chicken/ Pork With Mix Veg On Crispy Noodle 牛/鸡/猪杂菜脆面底
Vegetarian Delight 罗汉斋
Loquat Tofu 枇杷豆腐
Chicken/Pork / Beef Stir Fried With Gailan 鸡肉/猪肉/牛肉芥蓝
Chicken With Chilli 辣子鸡
Chicken/Pork/Beef With Black Bean Sauce 豉汁鸡肉,牛肉,猪肉
Kong Po Chicken ( Hot & Spicy Chicken ) 宫保鸡丁
Sichuan Chicken/Pork/Beef(spicy) 四川鸡肉/牛肉/猪肉
Sweet & Sour Pork/Chicken 咕咾猪肉/鸡肉
Lemon Chicken 柠檬鸡
Sambal Sauce Chicken/Pork /Beef(spicy) 森巴鸡肉/牛肉/猪肉
Honey Garlic Chicken 蜜汁鸡
Stir Fried Hot & Spicy Pork Belly With Cabbage 回锅肉
Beef on Hot & Spicy Soup With Veg 水煮牛肉
Stir Fried Chicken With Cashew 腰果鸡丁
Pork Rib With Peking Sauce/Zhen Jiang Sauce 京都/镇江排骨
Dumplings 水饺，煎饺
Steam/Pan Fried Dumplings水饺,煎饺
TOFU & VEGETABLES 豆腐蔬菜
Tofu With Spicy Mince Pork 麻婆豆腐
Egg Fu Rong 芙蓉蛋
Choy Sum /Gai Lan/ Bok Choy With Oyster Sauce蚝油菜心/芥兰/小白
Stir Fried Bean Sprout With Salty Fish 咸鱼鸡粒炒豆芽
Garlic Or Ginger With Choy Sum /Gai Lan/ Bok Choy蒜蓉/姜汁菜心/芥兰/小白
Stir Fried Mix Chinese Vegetables 炒中国杂菜
Salted Pepper Tofu 椒盐豆腐
Malaysian Deep Fries Tofu 马来豆腐
Braised Tofu & Vegetables 红烧豆腐
Stir Fried Season Bean 干煸四季豆
Stir Fried Eggplant With Season Bean 茄子四季豆
Stir Fried Egg With Prawn 滑蛋虾仁
Beef/Chicken/ Pork With Mix Veg On Crispy Noodle 牛/鸡/猪杂菜脆面底
Vegetarian Delight 罗汉斋
Loquat Tofu 枇杷豆腐
Chicken/Pork / Beef Stir Fried With Gailan 鸡肉/猪肉/牛肉芥蓝
MEAT DISHES 巧手小菜
Chicken With Chilli 辣子鸡
Chicken/Pork/Beef With Black Bean Sauce 豉汁鸡肉,牛肉,猪肉
Kong Po Chicken ( Hot & Spicy Chicken ) 宫保鸡丁
Sichuan Chicken/Pork/Beef(spicy) 四川鸡肉/牛肉/猪肉
Iron Plate 铁板类
Pork / Chicken Chop With Black Pepper Sauce 黑椒猪扒
Satay Sauce Chicken/Pork /Beef 沙爹牛肉/鸡肉/猪肉
Chicken/Pork /Beef With Black Bean Sauce 黑椒牛肉/鸡肉/猪肉
Chicken/Pork /Beef With Ginger & Spring Onion 姜葱牛肉/鸡肉/猪肉
Lamb Ribs With Black Pepper Sauce On Iron Plate
Fillet Beef With Black Pepper/Peking Sauce On Iron Plate 黑椒/京汁牛柳
Lamb With Ginger & Spring Onion On Iron Plate 铁板姜葱羊肉
Beef With Oyster Sauce 蚝油牛肉
Mongolian Style Beef -/spicy 蒙古牛肉
Lamb With Cumin 孜然羊肉
Sizzling Squid 铁板鱿鱼
Sizzling Combination Seafood 铁板海鲜
Casseroles 煲仔类
Seafood Combination & Tofu 海鲜豆腐煲
Chunky Fish & Tofu 红烧斑腩煲
Combination Meat & Tofu 什锦豆腐煲
Roast Pork & Tofu 火腩煲
Eggplant & Salted Fish 鱼香茄子煲
Lamb Brisket 羊腩煲
Chicken & Mushroom 北菇滑鸡煲
Chicken & Salted Fish With Tofu 咸鱼鸡粒豆腐煲
Beef Brisket 牛腩煲
Satay Prawn With Vermicelli 沙爹粉丝虾煲
Seafood 海鲜类
Sweet & Sour Fish 古老鱼
Sweet & Sour Prawn no shell 古老虾球
Prawn With Broccoli 翡翠虾球
Salted Pepper Prawn 椒盐虾球
Steamed Prawn白灼虾
Prawn With Cashew Nuts 腰果虾球
Salted Pepper Squid 椒盐鱿鱼
Salted Pepper Fish 椒盐鱼块
Braised /Steam Flounder红烧/清蒸左口鱼
Salted Pepper Crab With soft Shell 椒盐软壳蟹
Braised /Steamed Fried Blue Cod 红烧/清蒸笋壳鱼
Roast Meat 烧腊类
Roast Duck（Quarter / Half/ Whole） 港式烧鸭1/4，半只，整只
Roast Meats 烧腊
Roast Pork (250g/ 500g / 1kg) 脆皮烤肉
BBQ Pork（ (250g/ 500g / 1kg) 蜜汁叉烧
Roast chicken（Half Or whole) 脆皮烧鸡半只或整只
Poached Chicken（Half Or whole) 白切鸡半只或整只
Roast Meat Combination（Small or Big Size)烧腊拼盘大拼或小拼
Soya Chicken Leg 豉油鸡腿
Roast Chicken Leg烧鸡蹆
NOODLE IN SOUP / DRY NOODLES 汤面，捞面类
Wonton In Noodles Soup 云吞汤面
Soya Chicken/Roast Chicken/Poached Chicken In Noodle Soup or DRY 油鸡汤面OR 捞面
Roast Duck/Roast Pork/BBQ pork In Noodle Soup OR Dry NOODLE烧鸭，烧肉，叉烧汤面or 捞面
Shredded Duck & Salted Cabbage Vermicelli Soup 雪菜鸭丝汤米
Beef Brisket In Noodle Soup/On Dry Noodle 牛腩汤面/捞面
Seafood In Noodle Soup 海鲜汤面
Bbq Pork With Wonton In Noodle Soup 叉烧云吞汤面
On Rice 饭类
Roast Pork With Tofu On Rice 火腩饭
Shredded Pork & Preserved Veg On Rice 榨菜肉丝饭
Seafood Stirred On Rice 海鲜烩饭
Tofu With Chunky Fish On Rice 豆腐斑腩饭
Sliced Pork With Capsicum On Rice 青椒肉丝饭
Hot & Spicy Salted Fish With Eggplant On Rice 鱼香茄子饭
Beef Bricket On Rice 牛腩饭
Curry Beef Brisket On Rice 咖喱牛腩饭
Hot & Spicy Prawn On Rice 鱼香虾球饭
Prawn With Vegetable & Cashew Nuts On Rice 腰果虾球饭
Hot &spicy Chicken On Rice宫保鸡丁饭
Brised Tofu&Veg ON Rice红烧豆腐饭
Brised Pork Belly On Rice红烧肉饭
Sliced Pork with Chili On Rice鱼香肉丝饭
Fried Noodles 炒面
Roast Pork Fried Noodles 烧肉炒面
Bbq Pork Fried Noodles 叉烧炒面
Combination Meat Fried Noodles 什锦炒面
Beef Stir Fried Rice Noodle 干炒牛河
Chicken Stir Fried Rice Noodles 干炒鸡河
Pork Stir Fried Rice Noodle 猪肉炒河
Combination Stir Fried Rice Noodles 什锦炒河
Malaysian Style Fried Rice Noodles 炒贵刁
Hokkien Char 福建粗炒
Stir Rice Noodle With Gravy Egg & Shrimp 滑蛋河
Stir Fried RICE Noodles With Gravy Egg &Beef滑蛋牛河
Indonesian Fried Noodles 印尼炒面
Singapore Fried Vermicelli 星洲炒米粉
Shanghai Bbq Pork Fried Thick Noodles 上海粗炒
Roast Pork Fried Thick Noodle 烧肉炒粗面
Shrimp Fried Noodles 虾仁炒面
Hokkien Char Yee Noodles 福建伊面
Seafood Fried Noodles 海鲜炒面
Beef With Black Bean Sauce On Rice Noodle 豉汁牛河
Shredded Duck Fried Noodles 鸭丝炒面
Drinks 饮料
Coke 330ml
Matcha Bubble tea Drink
Bundaberg Ginger Beer 375ml
Fanta 330ml
Sprite 330ml
Keri KIDS Apple Blackcurrant Fruity Drink
Grapes Juice
Mango Juice
Papaya Juice
Orange Juice
Black sugar Bubble Tea Drink
Original Bubble tea Drink
Spring Water
Peach Flavor Green Tea
Coke 2.25L
Fenta 2.25L
Lp 1.5L
Coke zero 2.25L
Bubble Tea Range
Classic bubble tea
Caremal Bubble TEA
Brown Surger Bubble TEA
Ambler Cafe & Bistro
Ambler gives Point Chevalier an address that works across much of the day. Coffee and pastries make sense in the morning, while the bistro menu offers a reason to return for lunch or dinner. Its French influence comes through in the approach to familiar dishes, and the outdoor space is especially inviting when the weather is kind.
It is a flexible place to meet: a quick café visit can become a longer meal, and the menu gives different groups several ways to use the space. If you are heading towards Point Chevalier Beach, Ambler also makes a convenient stop along the way. Its appeal is the combination of a comfortable neighbourhood setting and a kitchen that serves more than one occasion.
Address: 181 Point Chevalier Road, Point Chevalier, Auckland 1022, New Zealand
Ambler Cafe & Bistro Menu
Brunch (till 3pm)
Served till 3pm. V - Vegetarian | DF - Dairy Free | NG - Non Gluten | DFO - Dairy Free on request | NGO - Non Gluten on request.
Croissant | Toast
berry compote | yuzu jam & butter (V, NGO)
House Made Granola
oats, seasonal fruits, almond, coconut yoghurt (V, DF, NG)
Buttermilk Waffle
seasonal fruits, berry mascarpone, butterscotch, almond brittle (add bacon +9)
Eggs on Toast
any style, housemade relish, green salad (V, DF, NGO)
Ham & Cheese Croissant
champagne ham, edam cheese, green salad
Eggs Benedict
tarragon hollandaise, house made potato rosti, spinach, bacon | mushrooms | smoked salmon (+3) (NG, DFO)
Mince on Toast
prime beef mince, pecorino, poached egg, chilli oil, rocket, house focaccia (NGO, DFO)
Croque Monsieur | Madame
champagne ham, béchamel, cheese, rosemary salted fries, green salad (add fried egg +2)
Avocado Toast
smashed avocado, thyme infused feta, lemon, seeds mix, chilli, coriander (add poached egg +3) (V, NGO, DFO)
Salmon Buckwheat Toast
smoked trevally rillettes, smoked salmon, house pickles, lemon, wild rocket (DF, NG)
Creamy Mushrooms
mix wild mushrooms, rocket, pecorino, focaccia (add poached egg +3) (V, NGO)
Brunch Add Ons
Egg any style
each
Sourdough | House focaccia
Gluten free bread | Potato rosti
Mushrooms | Smashed avocado
Bacon
Smoked salmon
Bistro (from 11am)
Te Matuku Oysters
Waiheke island, natural, freshly shucked to order (DF, NG)
Soup of the Day
toasted house focaccia (V, DF, NGO)
Trevally Rillettes
house smoked trevally, capers, cornichons, chilli oil, toasted sourdough (DF, NGO)
Duck & Chicken Liver Parfait
port cherries, crispy chicken skin, house focaccia (DF, NGO)
Fish Crudo
chilli & lime dressing, mandarin, apple gel, shallots (DF, NG)
Buddha Bowl
black rice, edamame, spinach, avocado, kimchi, wakame (smoked salmon | grilled chicken +8) (V, DF, NG)
Cauliflower Tabbouleh
pea mash, maple kumara, wasabi peas, spicy cashew, fresh herbs (smoked salmon | grilled chicken +8) (V, DF, NG)
Fish & Chips
lightly battered fish, fries, tartare sauce, salad (DF)
Wagyu Beef Burger
premium wagyu beef pattie, cheese, truffle aïoli, pickles, fries, green salad
Market Fish
(please ask our friendly staff)
Butcher's Cut
(please ask our friendly staff)
Bistro Sides
Straight Cut Fries
truffle oil, grated pecorino, parsley, aïoli (V, NG, DFO)
Polenta Chips
goat's cheese crème fraîche, grated pecorino (V, NG)
Garden Salad
mixed lettuce, house pickles, chardonnay vinaigrette (V, DF, NG)
Cheeses | Desserts
Fromages
from our blackboard, apricot, focaccia (NGO)
Classic Crème Brûlée
(NG)
Chocolate Mousse
valrhona caramel chocolate, black doris plums, Marlborough sea salt (NG)
Dinner – Small
Te Matuku oysters
Waiheke island, natural, shucked to order (DF, NG)
Housemade focaccia
smoked potato spread, house pickles (DF, NGO)
Polenta chips
goat's cheese crème fraîche, grated pecorino (V, NG)
Buttermilk fried chicken
lemon aïoli, thyme
House smoked trevally rillettes
cornichons, chilli oil, capers, toasted sourdough (DF, NGO)
Duck and chicken liver parfait
madeira cherries, crispy chicken skin, house focaccia (DF, NGO)
Crudo
chilli & lime dressing, mandarin, apple gel, shallots (DF, NG)
Cheeses and charcuterie board
prosciutto, smoked trevally rillettes, parfait, house pickles, apricot, house focaccia (NGO)
Dinner – Large
Soup of the day
toasted house focaccia (V, DF, NGO)
Buddha bowl
black rice, edamame, spinach, kimchi, wakame, avocado (V, DF, NG) (add smoked salmon | grilled chicken +8)
Cauliflower tabbouleh
pea mash, wasabi pea, maple kumara, herbs, spicy cashews (V, DF, NG) (add smoked salmon | grilled chicken +8)
Fish & chips
lightly battered fish, fries, tartare sauce, salad (DF)
Wagyu beef burger
cheese, truffle aïoli, pickles, fries, green salad
Market fish of the day
(please ask our friendly staff)
Butcher's cut
(please ask our friendly staff)
Dinner – Sides
Straight cut fries
truffle oil, grated pecorino, parsley, aïoli (V, NG, DFO)
Burnt broccoli
persillade, sliced almonds, pea purée (V, NG, DF)
Truffle mac & cheese
parmesan (V)
Garden salad
mixed lettuce, house pickles, chardonnay vinaigrette (V, DF, NG)
Dinner – Cheeses | Desserts
Selection of cheeses
from our blackboard, apricot, breads (NGO)
Classic crème brûlée
(NG)
Valrhona caramel chocolate mousse
black doris plum, marlborough sea salt (NG)
Flambée spiced pear
vanilla ice cream, almond & caramelo sauce
Hot Drinks
Espresso, short macchiato, long black, long macchiato, americano
Flat white, cappuccino, piccolo
Latte, mochaccino, hot chocolate
Hakanoa chai latte | Turmeric | Matcha | Beetroot latte
(V, NG)
Cocktails
Mimosa
orange juice, méthode brut
Bloody Mary
vodka, chilli, worcestershire, tabasco, pepper, tomato
Aperol Spritz | Limoncello Spritz | Bellini Spritz
aperol | limoncello | peach, méthode brut, soda
Negroni
gin, campari, vermouth rosso
Cold Drinks
Freshly Squeezed Juice
ask our friendly staff for today's seasonal selection
Smoothie
Mixed berry & coconut (V, DF)
Kombucha
remedy raspberry lemonade | mango passionfruit
Juices
orange, apple, pineapple, cranberry, apricot or tomato
Beers & Wines
Ask one of our friendly staff for our full beer & wine list
Sawmill Pilsner tap, Matakana
Sawmill Hazy Pale Ale tap, Matakana
Sawmill Bare Beer no alcohol pale ale
Veuve du Vernay French bubbles
Wine List – Rosé | Orange
NV Giesen Rosé
(Alcohol removed) 0%, Marlborough NZ
2025 Fraîcheur du Sud Rosé
Languedoc FR
2024 Château Bel Esprit Rosé
Côtes de Provence (O) FR
2022 Unico Zelo Esoterico
skin contact, Adelaide Hills (NOV) AUS
Wine List – White
2025 Rose Family Estate Wairau River Sauvignon blanc
Marlborough NZ
2025 Odyssey Chardonnay
Gisborne NZ
2024 Domaine Denis Race Chablis
FR
2023 Pegasus Bay Chardonnay
Waipara, North Canterbury NZ
Wine List – Red
2024 Rose Family Estate Wairau River Pinot Noir
Marlborough NZ
2023 Gibbston Valley collection Pinot noir
Central Otago (OF) NZ
2022 Ata Rangi Pinot noir
Martinborough NZ
Beer
Sawmill pilsner
tap, matakana
Sawmill hazy pale ale
tap, matakana
Heke lager
waiheke
Tiffin Indian Cuisine
On New North Road in neighbouring Kingsland, Tiffin is an easy dinner option from Grey Lynn and Mount Albert. Its Indian menu covers the comforting classics many diners come looking for, including tandoor cooked dishes, richly spiced curries and breads to share. The room suits both a straightforward weeknight meal and a longer dinner with a group.
There is plenty of choice, so a table of several people can order contrasting flavours and heat levels rather than relying on one dish each. Tiffin is most useful as a dependable, accessible option close to the suburbs in this guide: the sort of restaurant to keep in mind when the plan is simply good company and a generous Indian meal.
Address: 598 New North Road, Kingsland, Auckland 1021, New Zealand
Tiffin Indian Cuisine Menu
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Starters
Tandoori Prawns (8 Pieces)
Prawns marinated with ginger, garlic, spices and herb, and then grilled in tandoori oven.
Samosa (2 pieces)
Pastry stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas then fried golden brown.
Onion Bhaji (Handful)
Sliced onions coated in a chiTravtrckpea batter and fried crisp.
Veg Pakoras (3 Pieces)
Mixed spiced vegetables and potatoes and golden deep fried.
Water Crees Ki Tikki (4 pieces)
Mixed spiced water cress cooked with potato and golden deep fried serve with coconut chutney, tamarind and sev.
Fish Tikka (3 Pieces)
subject to availability. Boneless pieces of seasonal fish delicately marinated in yoghurt and spiced and grilled in tandoori oven.
Chooza Tikka (4 Pieces)
Tender boneless chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices then cooked in tandoori oven.
Tandoori Chicken (Free Range)
Tender spring chicken marinated with fresh herbs and spices then cooked in the tandoori oven.
Lamb Seekh Kebab (4 Pieces)
Lean lamb mince seasoned with herb and spices and finished in the tandoori oven.
Mansoori Kabab (3 Pieces)
Lamb chop marinated in yoghurt, herbs and spices and cooked in tandoori oven.
Pani Puri
Puffed shells made from semolina and stuffed with potato, chickpeas, tamarind chutney and a spicy tangy water eat in one big bits and experience the explosion of flavour.
Bhel Puri-Chaat
Bhel puri is one variety of Indian “street food” known as “Chaat”.
Paneer tikka
Home-made Cottage cheese marinated in yoghurt spices and herbs then roasted in tandoori oven.
Platters
Vegetarian Platter (Min 2 person)
Veg samosa, veg pakora and onion bhaji.
Tiffin Mix Platter (Min 2 person)
Veg samosa, veg pakora, chooza tikka and lamb seekh kabab.
Tiffin Banquet
$60.00 per person. Minimum 4 person.
Tiffin Mix Platter
Starters
Butter Chicken
Mains
Beef Vindaloo
Mains
Lamb Roganjosh
Mains
Saag Ghost
Mains
Navrattan Korma
Mains
Naan & Dips
Mains
Pistachio Kulfi
Dessert
Maharaja Banquet
$55.00 per person. Minimum 4 person.
Tiffin Mix Platter
Starters
Butter Chicken
Mains
Beef Vindaloo
Mains
Lamb Roganjosh
Mains
Navrattan Korma
Mains
Rice
Mains
Naan & Dips
Mains
Chicken
Chicken saagwala
Boneless chicken cooked with fresh spinach, blended with herbs and spices.
Chicken Curry
Boneless chicken cooked in curry sauce.
Chicken Do Pyaza
Boneless chicken cooked with diced onion, spices and made into a dry curry.
Mango Chicken
Boneless chicken cooked in delicious mango flavoured cream and lightly spiced sauce.
Butter Chicken
Boneless Chicken pieces cooked in the tandoor then finished in mild creamy tomato gravy.
Chicken Korma
Traditionally a mild dish from India cooked in a creamy cashew nut gravy and spices.
Subji chicken
Boneless chicken cooked with seasonal vegetables herbs and spices.
Khoya Chicken
Chicken cooked in a onion, tomato and poppy seed gravy with spices and herbs
Chicken Masala
Boneless chicken cooked with slice onion and capsicum spices and herbs.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Boneless chicken roasted in the tandoori oven and finished in a rich tomato, onion sauce.
Malvani Chicken
Chicken cooked in a rich coconut gravy with spicy malvani masala.
Chicken Vindaloo
Chicken cooked in hot and tangy goan sauce.
Chicken Madras
A dish traditionally comes from South India. Chicken pieces prepared with coconut gravy and red chilli sauce.
Chicken Makhanwala
Boneless tandoori shredded chicken, lightly tossed in onion, coriander, spicy fenugreek and tomato gravy.
Beef
Beef Vindaloo
Red hot curry from Goa. Boneless slices of beef cooked in hot and tangy masala base.
Beef Shajani
A mild dish of boneless beef smoothed in a classical traditional rich creamy cashew nut sauce.
Beef Masala
Beef cooked with ginger, garlic, fresh coriander, and capsicum spice and herbs.
Beef Madras
Beef slices cooked with coconut and red chilli sauce. A dish traditionally comes from South India.
Lamb
Lamb Rogan Josh
A specialty of Kashmir. Lamb pieces cooked in our special herbs and spices.
Lamb Vindaloo
Goanese dish cooked in vinegar, chilli sauce and spices.
lamb Do Pyaza
Lean lamb pieces cooked with diced onion, spices and herbs.
goat cury
boneless goat cooked with onions, spices & herbs
Lamb Nawabi
Lamb pieces cooked with sliced onions, fenugreek and finished with spiced coconut sauce and creamy sauce.
lamb saagwala
Lean lamb pieces cooked with herbs and spices in mild spinach sauce.
Lamb Madras
A traditional South Indian style curry cooked with coconut and spices.
Lamb Korma
Traditionally a mild dish cooked in a creamy sauce made of cashew nut paste, cream and spices.
Lamb Kofta Curry
Spiced lamb meat balls cooked in a tomato, onion and cashew nut based curry sauce.
aloo lamb curry
Lamb pieces cooked with potato and curry sauce.
Malbari lamb
popular spicy lamb preparation from kerala lamb.
Bindi lamb
Lamb pieces cooked with slice onion, tomato and slice okara herbs and spices.
Khoya Lamb
Lamb cooked in a onion, tomato and poppy seed gravy with spices and herbs.
Seafood
Butter Prawns
Shelled prawns marinated and cooked in rich tomato creamy sauce.
Prawns Malabari
Shelled prawns cooked with onions, capsicum, coriander and fresh coconut cream.
Fish Masala
Boneless fish pieces simmered in spiced thick sauce.
Mix Seafood Curry
Scallops, baby octopus, green lip mussels, prawns, calamari and fish fillets finished in coconut creamy sauce.
Malvani Fish
Boneless fish cooked in a rich coconut gravy along with a spicy malvani masala.
Malvani Prawns
Shelled prawns cooked in a rich coconut gravy along with spicy malvani masala.
Prawn Masala
Shelled prawns cooked with tomato and tamarind sauce and spices and herbs.
Vegetarian
Tadka Dal
Yellow lentils cooked, seasoned and tempered with spice, mustard seed and curry leaves.
Dal Makhani
Black lentils cooked in perfection with spices, herb and garnish with cream.
Chana Masala
Chickpeas cooked with ginger, garlic, onions and tomatoes finished with freshly ground spices.
Palak Paneer
Homemade cottage cheese cooked in spinach gravy and spices.
Malai Kofta
Mashed potatoes and cottage cheese balls deep fried and cooked in rich spicy gravy.
Navrattan Korma
Fresh seasonal vegetables cooked in mild creamy cashew nut gravy.
Saag Mushrooms
Button mushrooms cooked in a lightly spiced mild puree of fresh spinach and herbs.
Aloo Matter
Green peas and potato cooked in onion, tomato gravy.
Matter Paneer
Cottage cheese and green peas simmered in thick gravy.
Mumbai Aloo
Lightly spiced potato cooked with cumin seeds and spices.
Saag Aloo
Diced potatoes cooked in a lightly spiced mild purée of fresh spinach and herbs.
Khoya Kaju
Whole cashew nut cooked in a tomato onion, cottage cheese and poppy seed gravy and spices and herbs.
Bhindi
Okra cooked with slice onion, tomato and spices.
Dahiwale Aloo
Potato cubes cooked with tomato, onion yoghurt based sauce and spring onion.
Mushroom masala
Botton mushrooms cooked with slice capsicum carrots herbs and spices.
Paneer vindaloo
Cottage cheese cooked in a hot and tangy goan sauce.
Goan style paneer
Paneer cooked with onions, capsicum, coriander, fresh tomato and coconut cream.
Butter paneer
Home-made paneer cooked in rich tomato creamy sauce.
Subji veg
Fresh seasonal veg cooked with ginger, onion, tomato, capsicum, and finish with freshly ground spices.
Rice Dishes
Steamed Rice
Plain steamed basmati rice.
Pulao Rice
Pea stir fried with saffron basmati rice.
Vegetable biryani
Mixed vegetables cooked with basmati rice and spices and herbs.
Lamb biryani
Lean lamb pieces cooked with spiced aromatic basmati rice and herbs.
Chicken biryani
Boneless chicken pieces cooked with saffron basmati rice and spices.
Breads
Naan
Traditional bread baked in tandoori oven.
Butter Naan
Butter naan is triangle shaped flatbread white flour and butter is finely spread over it.
Paneer Kulcha
Naan bread filled with homemade cottage cheese, spices and fresh coriander.
Garlic Naan
Naan bread with touch of garlic and coriander.
Keema Naan
Naan stuffed with minced spiced lamb and herbs.
Cheese with Garlic NAAN
NAAN STUFFED WITH CHEESE AND A TOUCH OF GARLIC AND CORIANDER.
Cheese Naan
Naan bread filled with cheese, herbs and spices.
Peshwari Naan
Naan stuffed with almonds, coconut, raisins and cheery.
CHILLI CHEESE NAAN
NAAN STUFFED WITH FRESH GREEN CHILLI, CORIANDER AND CHEESE.
Roti
Wholemeal bread baked in tandoori oven.
Cheese Roti
Wholemeal flour bread with cheese, herbs, and spices.
Paratha
Wholemeal flour bread multi-layered and baked in tandoori oven.
Sides
Papadom (2 pieces)
Sweet Mango Chutney
Mixed Pickle
Raita
Katchumber
Tamarind Chutney
Mint Chutney
Green salad
Mesclun, Cucumber, Capsicum, Tomato, Carrot and dressing.
Indian salad
Onion, Green Chilli, Lemon and Coriander.
Final Thoughts
There is no single way to dine through this part of Auckland. Ada and Lilian lend themselves to an evening set aside for dinner; Timmur and Thaiger reward a table that orders widely; and Ozone and Dear Jane make daytime meals feel like a reason to go out. Around them are the neighbourhood places people return to for a familiar dish, a comfortable room or a generous feed.
Choose the occasion first, then follow your appetite across the suburbs. A little travel between Grey Lynn, Point Chevalier, Mount Albert and Avondale opens up far more variety than any one shopping strip suggests.