korean restaurant

GAJA - Korean Restaurant & Bar

4.6(1,189)

About this score

A weighted average across available review sources, proportional to review count.

Google 4.5 ★ (344)

First Table 4.6 ★ (845)

GAJA Korean Restaurant in Ponsonby, Auckland serving bold Korean flavours, share plates, cocktails and house-made soju.

handmade dumplings korean korean fried chicken vegan vegetarian gluten-free

What to Order

Crispy EggplantGaja DdukbokkiHandmade DumplingsK-steak and chipsKimchi Fried RiceNom Nom Fried ChickenSlow-Cooked Pork Bellybulgogi tacogochu ikakimchi fried ricemenboshaoi cucumber

Menu Highlights

Crispy Eggplant

Eggplant in sweet-spicy ganjeong glaze with lemon yogurt.

Korean Fried Chicken

Crispy fried chicken with spicy Korean glaze.

Pork Belly

Slow-cooked Korean pork belly finished with bold seasoning.

Kimchi Fried Rice

Stir-fried kimchi rice topped with a sunny-side egg.

Silky Silky Tofu

$11

Silken tofu in K-soy vinaigrette, sesame oil drizzle. Light, clean, addictive.

Oi Cucumber

$11

Fresh cucumber with ssamjang and masago. Cool, crisp, umami pop.

Charred Broccoli

$11

Broccoli tossed in garlic, almond, butter-soy glaze. Nutty, charred, delicious.

Yew Prawn Toast (2pcs)

$14

Golden prawn toasties with sriracha cream and sesame. Two bites, all crunch.

Chicken Dak Sticks (2pcs)

$13

Char-grilled chicken thigh in smoky-spicy glaze. Two skewers, full flavor.

Mandu Dumplings

$13

Pan-fried pork & chive dumplings in chili oil and peanut sauce, finished with coriander.

Tteokbokki

$14

Soft chewy rice cakes simmered in spicy-sweet gochujang sauce, tenkasu, spring onion.

Nom Nom Fried Chicken

$14

Boneless Korean fried chicken with buldak mayo. Crunchy, saucy, dangerously good.

What People Say

"The food blew us away, and was a refreshing twist on Korean classics."

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food, friendly service, and lively atmosphere, making it a popular spot.

"Food was tasty and came out quickly. Friendly staff and a lively, loud atmosphere—good if you enjoy a bustling vibe."

The Vibe

lively loud bustling vibe families friends Korean cuisine enthusiasts

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