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Ima Cuisine

4.3(1,562)

About this score

A weighted average across available review sources.

Google 4.3 ★ (1,079)

TripAdvisor 4.2 ★ (483)

Informal, intimate cafe specializing in traditional Middle Eastern & North African dishes.

gluten-free halal vegan vegetarian

What to Order

Hot Cross Bun PuddingMalawahMezze for TwoOven-baked Vegan SeniyehSabihShakshukaSlow-braised Lamb Shoulderfalafelgrated tomatoeshummusmalawachoatmeal porridge

Menu Highlights

Mezze for Two

$38

Falafel, hummus, babaganoush, tabouleh, labneh, pickles & olives with pita from the hearth

Slow-braised Lamb Shoulder

$47

With caramelized onions

Oven-baked Vegan Seniyeh

$43

Vegan mince kofta in tahini crust, tomatoes, red onions, Pomegranate molasses, pine nuts & herbs

Shakshuka

$29

Spicy, slow-roasted tomatoes with our own home-made Moroccan merguez sausages & two poached free-range eggs & grilled Turkish pide

Hot Cross Bun Pudding

$22

Based on our famous hot cross bun recipe, vanilla ice cream & sherry sauce

What People Say

"Cannot recommend highly enough."

Reviewers consistently praise the authentic and delicious Middle Eastern food, along with the friendly service.

"Came for breakfast. The malawach was wonderfully flaky and crispy, especially when dipped in the accompanying zhug and grated tomatoes. Also enjoyed Ima's grill and the porridge. Homey space that was very peaceful on a weekday morning."

"Delicious authentic Middle Eastern food. Among the best that I have had for a long time. The humus is rich and creamy and so authentic. The falafel was crispy and packed with flavor. The pita was soft. We enjoyed our lunch so much that we can back twice for dinner while we visited Auckland."

The Vibe

warm cozy homey peaceful spacious bright families solo diners breakfast seekers halal eaters

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