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Bar Magda

4.6(270)

About this score

A weighted average across available review sources.

Google 4.6 ★ (257)

TripAdvisor 4.6 ★ (13)

Bar Magda is a hidden bar and restaurant focusing on modern Filipino cooking, showcasing the best seasonal New Zealand produce, with a thoughtful cocktail menu and curated wine list.

Metro Top 50

What to Order

Barry’s Bay cheddar and parmesan custardBarry’s bay cheddar and parmesan custardCebu Lechon bellyEmpanada of tuna siyagulLechon pork tacoLumpia of waikawa crab and scampiNoel’s Fare game charcoal steakTartare of wild venisonUbe pan de salWaikawa king crab ricebigeye tuna carpaccio with coconut vinegar, soured cream, and nashi pearcheese spread

Menu Highlights

Barry’s bay cheddar and parmesan custard

$18

Preserved pimento, ube pan de sal

First light wagyu barbeque beef bavette

$28

Asado onions, liver parfait, smoked cherry on dark brioche

Lechon pork taco

$12.5 each, minimum 2

Corn tortilla, preserved red onion relish, salsa Doña

Lumpia of waikawa crab and scampi

$18 each, minimum 2

Plum sweet chili

Waikawa king crab rice

$56

Ora king salmon, rouille, nori

Chocolate marquise “Vahlrona 72%”

$24

Snacka—changi ice cream, crispy potato, vanilla soured cream

Tres leches

$25

Orange butter cake, dulce de leche, almond wafer, queso ice cream

Espresso Magdatini

$22

Spiced rum, porter, amaretto, Miller’s coffee

What People Say

"Easily a more-than-five-star experience and one we would recommend without hesitation."

Reviewers consistently praise the exceptional food quality, unique flavours, and the gracious hospitality from the owner, Carlos.

"We had a sumptuous dinner at Bar Magda. The food and drinks were great. The atmosphere is very relaxed. Definitely a go to restaurant bar at Auckland."

"See photos. We arrived early, don’t be put off by the downstairs night club vibe. Not my go to cuisine, but it could be now. Staff are great, discrete service, but always available. Thursday night was under half full, but on a busy night the place would humm. Worked for my hearing aids!"

The Vibe

relaxed gracious service memorable experience discrete service inspiring night club vibe foodies couples friends and family South East Asians regulars

Awards

Best New Restaurant by Denizen in 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

metromag.co.nz

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