6 great wine bars and wine restaurants in Auckland 2026
Auckland is New Zealand's largest city. Here, Star Wine List's ambassador, sommelier Maciej Zimny, has selected his favourite wine spots in the city – check out the wine bars and restaurants not to miss when visiting Auckland!
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![Onemata Restaurant, a restaurant in Auckland, New Zealand.]()
Phone: +64 09 366 2500
Address: Park Hyatt Auckland 99 Halsey Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland
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Nestled within the prestigious Park Hyatt Auckland hotel, Onemata Restaurant stands as a culinary beacon near Auckland's Harbour Ferry terminal, Victoria Park, and the bustling Auckland fish market. The restaurant boasts a captivating location with stunning views that effortlessly complement the dining experience. Elegance and modern design define Onemata's ambience, where comfortable sofas, steel and stone accents, rich wood elements, and an exquisite display of glassware and wine fridges create an inviting atmosphere. While the initial impression might hint at a touch of corporate refinement...
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![Gilt Brasserie, a restaurant in Auckland, New Zealand.]()
Phone: +64 930 031 26
Address: 2 Chancery St, Chambers, Auckland
Gilt Brasserie is a well-executed inner-city brasserie that delivers consistency, clarity, and confidence across both food and wine. The space is modern and welcoming, with warm lighting, open seating, and a clean, polished feel throughout. Fresh flowers add a thoughtful touch, reinforcing the sense of care and attention to detail. The menu is built around seasonal produce and is well balanced — dishes work equally well for sharing or individual enjoyment. It’s a flexible, all-day offering that suits different occasions without losing focus. Everything functions smoothly, making Gilt a place...
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![Ground Wine Bar, a wine bar in Auckland, New Zealand.]()
Phone: +64 210 875 6545
Address: 10 O'Connell St, Auckland CBD, Auckland
Ground Wine Bar is quietly positioned below street level in central Auckland, offering a calm and welcoming retreat from the pace of the city. The setting is cosy and intimate, with thoughtful use of space and discreet corners that encourage guests to slow down and enjoy their wine in comfort. The food menu is deliberately concise and well judged, built around classic wine bar staples designed to complement rather than distract from the wine. Expect baked Camembert with Rewarewa honey, traditional French saucisson, and a solid selection of cheeses and charcuterie – simple, familiar and well e...
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![Bare Wine, a wine bar in Auckland, New Zealand.]()
Phone: +64 220 326 315
Address: 3C/49 Brown St, Ponsonby, Auckland
Bare Wines is a relaxed, confident wine bar and shop that has carved out a clear identity within Auckland’s wine scene. The focus here is firmly on natural and organic wines, and that clarity of direction gives the place both purpose and character. The overall setup is casual and comfortable, reflecting the nature of the wines themselves. Nothing feels forced or over-designed. If you already know and enjoy minimal-intervention wines, this is arguably one of the best places in New Zealand to explore them. At the same time, Bare Wines remains welcoming to those with less experience. The team is...
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![Alma, a restaurant in Auckland, New Zealand.]()
Phone: +64 924 215 70
Address: 130 Quay St, Auckland CBD, Auckland
Alma in Britomart is a focused and confident dining destination that brings Mediterranean and Andalusian influences into a well-defined, contemporary setting. The menu is concise but expressive, driven by seasonal produce and bold Mediterranean flavours. There is a particularly strong seafood selection, and the food is designed for sharing, encouraging a table full of plates and wine. Execution is consistent and precise, and the menu naturally calls for thoughtful wine pairing. The wine list follows the same clear direction. It is not extensive, but it is purposeful, with Spanish wines at its...
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![Apero Wine Bar, a wine bar in Auckland, New Zealand.]()
Phone: + 64 9 373 4778
Address: 280 Karangahape Road, Auckland
Apéro is a very special place on the Auckland hospitality scene: a labour of love established by restaurateur couple Leslie Hottiaux and Ismo (Mo) Koski. The interior is warm and inviting with brick walls, dim lights and stylish furniture. It’s a small yet cosy establishment situated on the prominent central curve of K-Road’s dining district. Greeted by Mo’s warm smile, unassuming nature and home-like hospitality, you feel immediately relaxed from the moment you walk in. The tables are spread on two sides of the narrow room with the kitchen and bar at the rear. You might join a communal table...
