Bar Magda
4.6 270 restaurant Bar Magda is a hidden bar and restaurant focusing on modern Filipino cooking, showcasing the best seasonal New Zealand p -36.8586626 174.76040609999998?
About this score
A weighted average across available review sources.
Bar Magda is a hidden bar and restaurant focusing on modern Filipino cooking, showcasing the best seasonal New Zealand produce, and offering a unique spot for relaxed dining in Auckland.
What People Say
Reviewers consistently praise the exceptional food quality, unique flavours, and the gracious hospitality from the owner, Carlos.
Awards
- Best New Restaurant by Denizen 2022
- Cuisine Good Food Awards hat for 2023, 2024, 2025
- Metro top 50 restaurants
- Metro's bartender of the year 2024
- NZ Viva top 50 restaurants
In the Press
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Last reviewed September 2026 · Suggest an edit
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