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    Taiko Japanese Restaurant & Bar

    164 Reviews
    #66 of 1,916 Restaurants in Auckland Central
    $$ - $$$Japanese, Sushi, Asian
    460A New North Road | Beside Kingsland Train Station, near city centre., Auckland Central, Auckland 1021, New Zealand
    +64 9-815 0610
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    Overview
    4.5
    164 reviews
    • Excellent74%
    • Very good20%
    • Average4%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
    Travellers talk about
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    CUISINES
    Japanese, Sushi, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    PRICE
    $$ - $$$
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    LOCATION
    460A New North Road | Beside Kingsland Train Station, near city centre., Auckland Central, Auckland 1021, New Zealand
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    1 - 10 of 156 reviews

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Nice sake bar restaurant

    1st time jump into this small nice Japanese sake bar . Took a few mins to find it in a hidden kingsland area which is down to the kingsland train station lol Never see this much selections of Japanese liquors!? Fish is fresh suggest to...More

    Thank 461,992,815
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Bland food, dreadful service, cramped quarters

    We were in Auckland for just one night and hoped to enjoy the sort of meal we don't get in Napier. When friends mentioned a great little Japanese restaurant walking distance from their home I was delighted because good Japanese doesn't exist in Napier. The...More

    Thank Stickman B
    Reviewed 5 July 2018 via mobile
    Amazing!

    This is my local Japanese and my “go to” special occasion restaurant. We have been coming for 12 years. We can recite the menu backwards and have our favorites - but Taiko always has surprising specials too. 100% consistently delicious - we dream of the...More

    Thank Laureen7
    Reviewed 24 June 2018 via mobile
    Reliably excellent Japanese food

    We used to always get a sashimi platter, broccoli, beef tataki, edamame... but we've started swapping out for different items as there are just so many excellent options... and so well accompanied with a crisp Japanese lager. It's our go to in Kingsland, delicious and...More

    Thank Anthony M
    Reviewed 9 May 2018 via mobile
    Worm in salad

    Food was average but overpriced. Took a long time for dishes to come out. Our table was consistently left with no food on the table and we were deliberately eating conservatively. Found worm in the salad, obviously you would hope that there find a worm...More

    Thank Joey W
    Reviewed 29 April 2018 via mobile
    Divine - best Japanese food ever

    I took my cousin here - she’s from Canada and eats Japanese all the time - her comment is that this is the best Japanese food she has ever eaten. I believe her because this is our fav local reataurant! Food is always amazing and...More

    Thank Lisa D
    Reviewed 29 April 2018
    Best Japanese food in Auckland

    We are regulars here everytime we travel to Auckland. The food is FANTASTIC! especially the Tempura. The atmosphere is cosy and fun. Awesome selection of saki and other drinks. Ian the owner is the perfect host and always makes you feel very welcome. We LOVE...More

    Thank dna007
    Reviewed 20 March 2018 via mobile
    Spectacular service

    Such a great experience here! The food was amazing, there service was spectacular and the owner really looks after you! Definitely will be coming back

    Thank Sam V
    Reviewed 14 February 2018 via mobile
    Great Japanese in Kingsland

    We eat here regularly and are always impressed with the food quality and the service. The food is fresh and the portions are generous. We always sit at the counter which helps us feel part of the kitchen. Tuesday night is BYOW. A great night...More

    Thank GaryandLesleyTravel
    Reviewed 8 December 2017 via mobile
    Best Japanese restaurant in sandringham

    Great food, great atmosphere. Staff are super friendly and make great recommendations. Definitely worth a visit..... and then many more return visits

    Thank Tresemack
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    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    US$8 - US$40
    Cuisine
    Japanese, Sushi, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Dinner, After-hours
    Restaurant features
    Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible
    Good for
    Romantic, Groups, Child-friendly, Business meetings, Special Occasion Dining, Kids
    Open Hours
    Tuesday
    5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    Wednesday
    5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    Thursday
    5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    Friday
    5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Saturday
    5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 460A New North Road | Beside Kingsland Train Station, near city centre., Auckland Central, Auckland 1021, New Zealand
    • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  North Island  >  Auckland  >  Auckland Central
    • Phone Number: +64 9-815 0610
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    Description
    Our team of trained Japanese chefs welcome you. Irrashaimase. We are located next to Kingsland Station, on the Western Line, just 4 stops from the Britomart Downtown Station. We are also one minute from the New North Road, "Kingsland" bus stop.You may view our illustrated menu on our website.Most of us have travelled extensively around the world, and enjoy greeting and entertaining new friends from many different countries.When you are in Auckland, come and see us. We are waiting.You'll be glad you found us on Tripadvisor!
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