Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.7 out of 5
Outstanding | 6450 reviews

What Leigh Mckenzie doesn't like about Azabu:
Used to be our go to place for great fusion food, unfortunately they have changed the executive chef for the group and they have changed the menu and also changed the flavours of the food, gone downhill in a big way unfortunately, nothing like before...wont be rushing back sadly. ordered a few dishes and the soft shell crab was smelly and not fresh we had to send it back, sad to see a former star now flicking as a li... View all feedback. What W likes about Azabu:
A quick bite before going to a gig. Had heard a lot of good things and they were all true. Would love to go back again to take the time to savor all the tastes, food really was exceptional. Felt intimate and an attentive team View all feedback.

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Menu
3.8 ★ from 23 reviews
Samantha
02.05.2023 - 13:46

Nice location, good presentation, great food. Service was a bit robotic, no real warmth or interest coming from the waiters (that’s fine we can let the food do...

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Ada
02.05.2023 - 13:46

Good ambience for a date night as the food is meant to be shared together. Small gatherings among friends would also be delightful.

Liliane
02.05.2023 - 13:46

Love their beef tataki , good food presentation, sushi a bit burnt but still nice, chicken karage just normal

Isabelle
02.05.2023 - 13:46

I was an azabu fan before the pandemic and this is my first time in a long while. The service was amazing, atmosphere was great! The softshell crab was fantasti...

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Samantha
02.05.2023 - 13:46

Food was good but a little expensive. It was not extraordinary for the price. To get more water for our glasses, we had to ask. I wish the service was more atte...

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Google
4.5 ★ from 1304 reviews
Jack
18.08.2023 - 21:05

An institution. Menu hasn’t changed in years but why should it. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. Them tostadas crazy Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Grace
18.08.2023 - 21:05

Great dumplings, good sushi. Though the soft shelf crab wasn't soft at all, rather crunchy. We had a corner table, hence not too noisy. Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmos...

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Leigh
18.08.2023 - 21:05

Used to be our go to place for great fusion food, unfortunately they have changed the executive chef for the group and they have changed the menu and also chang...

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Mannat
18.08.2023 - 21:05

Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: NZ$40–50 Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Kingfish Ceviche, Volcano Sushi Roll w Tiger...

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Ute
18.08.2023 - 21:05

This restaurant is fantastic! I highly recommend it! The food, service, and atmosphere are all exceptional! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5

Int Restaurants
4.8 ★ from 2623 reviews
Tony
11.01.2024 - 20:08

Had a superb meal. All the dishes were good, some better than others. Standout dishes for me were: Volacano Roll topped to the brim with flying fish roe which w...

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Brienna
11.01.2024 - 20:08

Does not dissapoint!<br/ You can taste the work and culinary skills that goes into each sauce. <br/

Bella
11.01.2024 - 20:08

Amazing japanese fusion that never fails to please. From the subtle atmosphere to the award winning cocktails, this restaurant is doing everything right. Their...

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Manz
11.01.2024 - 20:08

Rating 4.5 The food were really amazingly delicious. Stopped by for lunch on the weekend. The place was pretty quiet was seated up the front which made it hard...

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Lucy
11.01.2024 - 20:08

This fusion Japanese restaurant is situated on Ponsonby Road. One of my top 3 favorites for Japanese.<br/ <br/ The dim lighting and classy interior makes this a...

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Aggregated
4.8 ★ from 10 reviews
Ray
03.08.2023 - 09:40

So many things to really enjoy about Azabu Ponsonby. Comfortable tables (high bar stools would be challenging for the elderly/frail). Attentive service, great m...

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Rebecca
03.08.2023 - 09:40

Loved each and every dish here, and we tried quite a few. Appreciate how all you need to do is place your order, then they bring the dishes out to you one at a...

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Kersti
03.08.2023 - 09:40

Awesome place. Food was flavoursome, punchy and had great combination of flavours. Service was excellent, especially from the Italian Maitre D. We went on a Sun...

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W
03.08.2023 - 09:40

A quick bite before going to a gig. Had heard a lot of good things and they were all true. Would love to go back again to take the time to savor all the tastes,...

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Grace
03.08.2023 - 09:40

Great dumplings, good sushi. Though the soft shelf crab wasn't soft at all, rather crunchy. We had a corner table, hence not too noisy.

Yelp
4.1 ★ from 12 reviews
Diane
23.06.2024 - 08:17

Our host chose this restaurant for a private food tour, which speaks volumes in my opinion. It was bustling with energy on a Thursday night, and the atmosphere...

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Sophie
23.06.2024 - 08:17

I visited this restaurant while in Auckland and made a reservation for Friday. It was quite busy, so I recommend booking in advance if you're planning to go on...

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Theo
23.06.2024 - 08:17

Japanese-Peruvian cuisine! I held off on writing this review until I had the chance to visit Azabu for the second time. My first meal in Auckland was at Azabu j...

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Facebook
4.9 ★ from 141 reviews
Foursquare
4.1 ★ from 21 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 605 reviews
Zomato
5.0 ★ from 427 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.6 ★ from 2710 reviews

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