Restaurant Review
At least the food part, celebrating the best of the Mediterranean, went 'pretty well'.
Read moreServing Cantonese fare and dim sum in a big happy dining room, but is something missing?
Read moreAnd despite the clientele, you don't have to be wealthy and famous to enjoy it.
Read moreThis buzzy Korean restaurant is unbeatable for an evening with friends.
Read moreEven chef Peter Gordon has this Vietnamese restaurant on high rotation.
Read moreThe sunny, conservatory-style dining room will come into its own in summer.
Read morePlus, did we get the Top 60 Auckland restaurants right? Some readers weigh in.
Read morePlus, revisiting a hot take on heirloom tomatoes.
Read moreViva’s restaurant judges have awarded some special accolades to standout eateries.
Read moreDiscover the top 10, supreme winner and watch behind-the-scenes video.
Read more"This isn’t just the best restaurant in Northland", it's much more than that, says Jesse.
Read moreAuthenticity and generosity are on the menu at this new Indian restaurant.
Read moreSt. Marg's is on an iconic Karangahape Rd corner.
Read moreGeorgia Van Prehn at Mr Morris is one of the faces of Auckland’s eating future.
Read moreThis Parnell restaurant is as delicious as it is inventive.
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Viva's dining out editor on new openings, old favourites and hospitality institutions.
Luckily the food at this Japanese sake spot is 'very decent'.
Plus where to eat with a fussy teen.
At this Asian fusion spot, "things were almost perfect from the get-go", says Jesse.
Review: 'Decide for yourself whether my disappointment was justified.'
The dining out editor follows recommendations from the NZ Hospitality Awards.
For a do not disturb dinner in Commercial Bay, book Kome.
Dariush Lolaiy and Rebecca Smidt of Cazador's new all day dining spot is easy to love.
Viva's dining out editor braves the queues for dishes that can't be missed.
There's plenty to love at this new Indian restaurant, writes Viva’s dining out editor.
How good can dining get in Hamilton?
We should prize and protect the places that offer something as unique as this.
This Epsom restaurant has been quietly getting on with providing great food and service.
'This smart-casual restaurant has (like your dog I expect) an exceptional pedigree.'
There’s nothing this restaurant reviewer enjoys more than a weekend flight to Wellington.