Harbourside Ocean Bar Grill

An unexpected treat! We went here on a food tour and it ended up being a highlight of our visit. It was definitely the best meal we had during our 2 weeks in NZ. The menu was creative, the service was impeccable, and the ambiance was relaxing and warm. Highly recommended

The staff were all very attentive and the food was amazing. Great presentation on all our meals. Would recommend for awesome service.

Mike & Merryn were wonderful hosts! This was our first visit and as Aucklanders we will definitely be back. This was an anniversary treat for us and it was all up to par with what we would expect for the price we would pay for food & drinks looking at the menu.We recommend you book a table online and note if you are dining for a special occasion. It was a last minute decision to go out for dinner - so for a same day (3 hours out) booking, we got a lovely table outside with a chefs treat for dessert. Overall a lovely experience, the view was beautiful, staff were professional and doing their best.Oysters, cutlets, bread, side potatoes were delicious but the prawn mac & cheese was delish!Thanks team for making our celebration a special one!

Wow… 10/10… incredible lunch and I’ll be back… warm welcome and great service thank you Kelly ;-), superb table, out of this world taste experience… well done front of house and the chefs kitchen…see you again!

My family of 3 had a reservation for 8:30 on a Tuesday. We arrived about 10 minutes early and were asked to have a seat in the bar while they prepared our table, should be about 5 minutes. No issue with this. About 15 minutes later, right before I was going to ask the host what was going on he came over to me and asked if I had a booking. This is the same guy that told me to go to the bar 15 minutes prior. Once we sat down outside the waitress was very nice and turned on a heater for my son and wife and brought a blanket for my son. From that point on the service was pretty poor and very very slow. I came to this restaurant specifically for the crayfish which they didn’t have. I heard a man next to me tell the waiter he had ordered 4 things that didn’t have. We had to track down the wait staff to order each time and my second drink took so long I just told them to keep it because we were ready to leave. My wife ordered 2 soft drinks and got charged for 3. The food was good, the staff were nice but the service was very poor. I wouldn’t go back for that reason. I assume our experience wasn’t typical, maybe it’s because we dined late by NZ standards?

Went here last night for a friend's bday dinner.Place seemed short staffed so the wait was long.Food was well worth waiting for. Waiters were very busy but still took great care of us.I had written in the reservation that it's my friend's bday and would like a bday dessert. Reminded them upon arrival , but when desserts arrived it was still missed out.

Stopped in for a quick lunch. The front of house lady was very welcoming and warm and found a table for us outside where the ferries come in to play.I had been craving mussels and was satisfied with my entree sized bowl of large mussels in a creamy sauce. The sauce was very salty but the mussels were joyous.My partner had the scallops with a cauliflower puree. They were nice but three scallops does not make a meal however nice. I gave her some bread to give her something to eat.Both meals were tepid in temperature.We shared a side of broccolini which was cooked to perfection.We enjoyed our lunch but the scallops at $35 for three was over the top. And the waiter banged on about cooking fish to perfection and could not even pronounce the fish correctly. I came to eat not to have a poor tutorial on fish preparation.The view is okay although on a more pleasant day may have been better appreciated.

Yesterday, my wife and I had the pleasure of visiting a breathtaking place near the ferry station to celebrate her birthday. The experience was made truly remarkable by the impeccable service we received from the staff at Harbourside. I would like to express my deepest appreciation to our waiter, Griffin, for going above and beyond to ensure our every need was met.Griffin's attentive and thoughtful care truly enhanced our dining experience. From recommending exquisite dishes to promptly addressing any requests we had, his dedication to providing exceptional service was evident throughout the evening. His warm and friendly demeanor made us feel welcome and well taken care of, adding a personal touch to our celebration.In addition to Griffin, I would also like to extend my gratitude to Kelly and Akki, who played instrumental roles in creating a professional and enjoyable atmosphere. Their attention to detail and commitment to providing an excellent experience contributed greatly to the overall success of our visit. Their expertise and passion for service were evident in every interaction, and we felt genuinely valued as customers.I wholeheartedly recommend Harbourside to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. The combination of stunning surroundings, attentive staff, and exceptional service makes this place a must-visit destination. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply seeking a delightful culinary adventure, Harbourside delivers an experience that exceeds expectations.We are already looking forward to our next visit to Harbourside. The care and attention we received during my wife's birthday celebration made it an unforgettable occasion. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the entire team at Harbourside for creating such a special and memorable experience. Your dedication to excellence is truly commendable.At the end I would also like to extend a special thanks to the talented dessert chef, June, for her exceptional creativity in designing a beautifully crafted birthday plate.Once again, thank you, Harbourside, for making my wife's birthday celebration truly extraordinary.

I have to say the staff are so professional and super friendly! My experience has always been positive every time I go to Habourside! They have the best sushi ever, I cant even explain how good it is, mocktails are to die for! Thank you so much Habourside, ill definitely be back!