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Most Authentic Chinese Food in Auckland (2026)

Auckland has one of the most diverse Chinese food scenes outside of China — Cantonese, Sichuan, Shanghainese. These are the most authentic spots in the city.

20 places

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印象 Impression Restaurant Auckland

4.6(410)

chinese restaurant · Mount Eden

印象 Impression Restaurant Auckland is a top-rated Chinese restaurant in Mount Eden, serving authentic Chinese cuisine including Peking Duck. Dine in or take away.

authentic chinese cuisine chinese cuisine chinese tapas

410 reviews
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Ghost Street (Restaurant)

4.5(490)

chinese restaurant · Tuawhiti Lane

A reimagining of the heady hole-in-the-wall eateries along Beijing's famous food street, Ghost Street offers a dark and moody atmosphere with lip-smacking food.

beijing street food bold flavors chinese

490 reviews
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Huami

4.1(1,159)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

Discover a true taste of Asia at Auckland's premier Chinese restaurant and bar, offering award-winning dining and a vibrant experience.

asian fusion cuisine char siew pork chinese cuisine

1,159 reviews
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Sue Hsiao Liu Handmade Dim Sum

4.7(281)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

Sue Hsiao Liu Handmade Dim Sum offers a variety of authentic Chinese dim sum and noodle dishes, made with fresh ingredients and traditional techniques.

beef noodles chinese dumplings handmade dim sum

281 reviews
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Chinese Cuisine NZ

4.3(146)

chinese restaurant · Epsom

Reviewers consistently praise the warm hospitality and authentic, delicious Cantonese flavors, especially the wonton soup.

146 reviews
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Pearl Garden Restaurant

4.1(1,104)

chinese restaurant · Newmarket

Traditional, family-run restaurant serving Chinese cuisine, including dim sum & wok fare.

authentic chinese cuisine cantonese dim sum

1,104 reviews

Cāntīng

4.2(862)

chinese restaurant · CBD

Cāntīng offers a playful exploration of Chinese flavours, blending tradition with modern innovation.

cantonese bbq chinese cuisine dim sum

207 reviews
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Grand Harbour

3.9(2,109)

chinese restaurant · Pakenham Street East

Spacious, upscale locale featuring a wide range of Hong Kong-style specialties, including dim sum.

chinese cuisine fine dining hong kong-style

2,109 reviews
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Chamate Restaurant

4.2(968)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

At Chamate, we are dedicated to providing our customers with the most delicious and authentic Asian cuisine.

creative desserts dim sum fresh seafood

968 reviews
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Empress Garden Restaurant

4.2(690)

chinese restaurant · Herne Bay

Located in Herne Bay, Empress Garden Restaurant has been at the forefront of the Auckland dining scene for many years, delivering its signature dish of Peking Duck to fellow foodies.

chinese cuisine dim sum peking duck

690 reviews
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Little Tiger Dumpling

5.0(536)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

Reviewers consistently praise the friendly service and the quality of the dumplings, describing them as the best they've ever had.

auckland dining chinese dumplings fried rice

536 reviews
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Bao & Noodle

4.3(238)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

Welcome to Bao and Noodle, your go-to destination for delectable bao and noodle dishes in Auckland. We take pride in offering a culinary experience that is rooted in the art of handcrafting and the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients.

asian cuisine authentic recipes bao

238 reviews
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Spicy House

4.3(1,965)

chinese restaurant · Mount Eden

Reviewers consistently praise the warm hospitality, quick service, and flavourful dishes, making it a must-visit for Chinese food lovers.

cantonese cheap eats takeaway

1,742 reviews

Potstickers

4.4(349)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food, generous servings, and affordability, making it a popular choice for authentic Chinese cuisine.

349 reviews

Sunny Town China Taste

4.2(442)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious flavors and quick service, particularly highlighting the pork buns and dumplings.

442 reviews
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Tianze Dumpling House

4.4(438)

chinese restaurant · Sandringham

Reviewers consistently praise the authentic and flavorful dumplings and wontons, along with friendly service.

438 reviews

Chubby boy - 肥仔燒臘

4.4(198)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious flavors and generous portions of the food, along with the friendly and professional service.

198 reviews

Flowers Restaurant

4.7(152)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious and authentic dishes, as well as the generous portion sizes. However, there are concerns about inconsistent customer service.

152 reviews

Chef Wang Xian Food

4.7(97)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

Reviewers consistently praise the authentic, handmade quality of the food and the passionate service from the owners.

97 reviews

Timeless Taste of China 中国故事

4.8(64)

chinese restaurant · Auckland CBD

Reviewers consistently praise the superb food and friendly hosts, highlighting the restaurant's authenticity and cleanliness.

64 reviews