Best Seafood in Auckland (2026)

Auckland is the largest city on a Pacific archipelago — when restaurants take advantage of that, the seafood can be exceptional. These are the ones that do.

20 places

Manaia Seafood Boil

4.4(1,263)

seafood restaurant · Onehunga

Manaia Seafood has always been about serving you the freshest, most satisfying boil in town — and now we’ve leveled it up. Our new streamlined menu puts the spotlight on what matters: generous platters loaded with Mud Crabs and all the seafood goodness that keeps you coming back.

aromatic spices crab legs fresh seafood

1,263 reviews

Manaia Seafood Eatery

4.4(295)

seafood restaurant · Penrose

Manaia Seafood has always been about serving you the freshest, most satisfying boil in town — and now we’ve leveled it up.

breakfast plates fresh seafood seafood

161 reviews

The Seafood Collective Mission Bay

4.5(408)

seafood restaurant · Mission Bay

The Seafood Collective celebrates New Zealand seafood with innovative dishes crafted by expert chefs, offering a unique dining experience inspired by local shores.

aotearoa seafood burgers fish and chips

408 reviews

Swashbucklers Restaurant & Bar

4.4(2,857)

restaurant · Auckland CBD

Family-friendly waterfront tavern featuring a seafood-centric menu & drinks amid maritime decor.

affordable drinks auckland restaurant auckland seafood

2,857 reviews

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Harbourside Ocean Bar Grill

4.2(1,763)

seafood restaurant · Auckland CBD

Urbane locale offering sophisticated seafood dishes, cocktails & an all-season, panoramic deck.

duck fresh sushi harbour views

1,762 reviews

Tony's Original Steak & Seafood Restaurant

4.6(4,721)

steak house · Auckland CBD

Veteran locale offering a traditional menu of steak & seafood in a warm, old-fashioned atmosphere.

auckland dining auckland restaurant classic steakhouse

4,721 reviews

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Oyster and Chop

4.4(4,652)

seafood restaurant · Viaduct

Modern eatery located along Viaduct Harbour offering an oyster bar, steaks & other bistro fare.

auckland seafood grass-fed beef native flat shell oysters

4,652 reviews

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Sails Restaurant

4.8(3,729)

seafood restaurant · St Marys Bay

Upscale, contemporary surf 'n' turf dishes in a sleek space overlooking Westhaven Marina.

fine dining fresh fish new zealand cuisine

3,729 reviews

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FISH Restaurant

4.3(1,520)

seafood restaurant · Hilton Auckland

Polished locale at the Hilton Hotel offering fine seafood dishes & wine amid contemporary decor.

casual fine dining ethically sourced seafood fresh fish

1,520 reviews

The Shucker Brothers

4.5(1,028)

oyster bar restaurant · West Side

Raw bar & creative plates highlighting local seafood served with full bar in funky digs or outdoors.

casual dining creative plates fish burger

1,028 reviews

St Marée

4.7(271)

bistro · Takapuna

Welcome to St Marée - Takapuna’s newest seafood bistro, inspired by the timeless allure of the New Zealand ocean. Our name comes from the French word for 'tide' - a nod to our love of fresh catches and the ever-changing bounty of the sea.

artisan coffee fresh seafood local seafood

271 reviews

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Depot

4.7(4,968)

restaurant · Auckland CBD

Energetic, industrial-chic spot offering creative dishes, an oyster bar & a sophisticated wine list.

artisan charcuterie charcoal grilled fresh eatery

4,968 reviews

One Tree Buffet

4.6(1,207)

buffet restaurant · Epsom

Enjoy a vibrant buffet experience featuring a wide variety of freshly prepared dishes, from fresh seafood and hot selections to Asian-inspired favorites and desserts.

asian-inspired buffet desserts

416 reviews

kingi

4.4(1,207)

restaurant · 29 Galway Street

kingi focuses on fresh, locally sourced food prepared in thoughtful, innovative and approachable ways, celebrating the bounty of New Zealand’s ocean and land.

aotearoa cuisine fresh seafood locally sourced food

643 reviews

DANRYU Japanese Seafood Restaurant

4.9(198)

restaurant · Devonport

Reviewers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the food and the warm, attentive service, making it a memorable dining experience.

198 reviews

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First Mates, Last Laugh

4.8(1,354)

restaurant · Westhaven

Anchored in the heart of Westhaven’s harborside, First Mates Last Laugh is all about bringing fresh vibes and incredible flavors to Auckland’s Westhaven Marina. Inspired by South American-Japanese cuisine through the lens of New Zealand’s coastal bounty.

casual dining fresh local ingredients harborside dining

1,354 reviews

Di Mare Restaurant

4.3(693)

steak house · Parnell

Di Mare is a small family run restaurant hidden in a cobbled courtyard following the tradition of Parnell Village. We take pride in our passion for food which we like to share with our customers.

dine in family-run restaurant intimate dining

608 reviews

The Conservatory

4.6(2,386)

restaurant · Auckland CBD

Established in 2011, the Conservatory was the first 'living bar' to be built in the world – the bar is a living wall of plants. Situated in Auckland city centre and directly on the waterfront.

artisan breads cocktail bar fresh food

2,340 reviews