INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
176 Reviews
- Friday12–9 PM
- Saturday10 AM–9 PM
- Sunday10 AM–9 PM
- Monday5–9 PM
- Tuesday5–9 PM
- Wednesday12–9 PM
- Thursday12–9 PM
About the Business
Inca Restaurant | Broadway Newmarket & Ponsonby | Now in Ponsonby and Newmarket. Chef Nic Watt has drawn inspiration from South American street food and East Asian cuisine to bring you INCA
Contacts
Website
Call Us
+6492122166
9 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021
Hours
- Friday12–9 PM
- Saturday10 AM–9 PM
- Sunday10 AM–9 PM
- Monday5–9 PM
- Tuesday5–9 PM
- Wednesday12–9 PM
- Thursday12–9 PM
Features
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Toilets
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Small plates
- Wine
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Bar on site
- Cosy
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Great cocktails
- Cocktails
- Spirits
Recommended Reviews
Amindha Fernando
18.10.2023
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
Prior to learning about this place, I didn't realise that Japanese Peruvian fusion was a thing. If you haven't tried it, I'd suggest you do. This place was absolutely buzzing when we got there and for good reason. The food is seriously top notch and the service matched. Standouts were the corn fritters, empanada and short rib. The burrata was average and there are better ones in Auckland but overall, Inca is a solid stop on the Auckland food scene.
Lindsay Curnow
15.10.2023
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
Enjoyed our dinner at INCA.Very nice food. The waiter helped us steer clear of the chilli options"!."
Alexander Young
08.10.2023
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
Tried the $100/person tasting menu. Plenty of food but there wasn't a dish that stood out. Pumpkin was dry. Everything else was average.Sashimi wasn't cut right through.Presentation was good.$600 bill for 4 people including drinks isn't an issue if the food is done well. In this case, it wasn't.Service was inconsistent. Had to remind staff on drinks order and also had to remind them to pour wine and refill water.Overall, it was an inconsistent experience
Mary Binney
21.09.2023
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
Amazing food, beautifully presented. Friendly efficient service. My only complaint would be that the extractor fan was incredibly noisy, to the extent that we had to talk really loudly and my ears were ringing when I got home.
Georgia Rahui
17.09.2023
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
Friendly staff, nice atmosphere, good pacing of dishes, and plenty of GF and DF options.For drinks, we had the yuzushu Japanese citrus umeshu with soda, and the ‘no-jito’, which we enjoyed.For food, we had the Chef’s selection sashimi, market fish nigiri, ‘rio’ salmon ceviche, bbq oyster mushrooms blue corn taco, and spicy tuna tostada.Everything was fresh, and beautifully presented. The standouts were the sashimi - ‘twas *chefs kiss*, and the tacos - sweet, smoky, tangy, would recommend.
Yasheeka Bertram
15.09.2023
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
We thought the decor with the lanterns gave the restaurant a nice vibe. Our favourite dish was the papaya salad it was really delicious and we would order it again. We felt the other three dishes were not quite balanced. The guacamole and fried chicken were too acidic and the pork ribs were cooked well but didn't have much flavour. The booths look like they would be nice for groups.
Sarah Methven
13.08.2023
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
My partner and I celebrated our Anniversary last night and the staff and the food were beyond 5 stars. The food was fresh and delicious and the staff were so friendly and kind. We will be recommending Inca to all our family and friends.The glazed chicken main was our highlight food wise and the drinks were super yum!
Craig
28.07.2023
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
Heading in on New Year’s eve I had slightly lowered expectations after reading several negative reviews, but my experience was quite the opposite, despite being packed, I thought they absolutely nailed it. I ordered the market fish ceviche, bbq mushroom blue taco’s, and chicken karaage. All three dishes were cooked perfectly, full of flavour, and adequately portioned. The coconut and chili sauce in with the ceviche was to die for, crisp capsicum and some sort of rice crisp was present for texture, and fresh chili elevated the whole dish. The bbq oyster mushrooms were that every bit of sweet and savoury I was craving. And the chicken karaage was tender, crispy, sweet and had a sharp salty presence that made this dish so moreish. Dining for one, the young staff member who was working the door was so polite in offering me a choice of sitting at the kitchen counter or table, and helpful in deciding how much I should order and the sequence in which the dishes should come out, superb. I opted for sitting at the counter facing the chefs. They worked fast, but delicately, and efficiently in the heat, and were still polite enough to entertain me with the occasional smile/joke. Thanks for providing me a great new years eve experience, its one I'll remember.Recommend :)
Dharun Arasu
23.07.2023
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
Wanna teleport to Peru from NZ?Visit Inca!When I tasted the food felt like I was back in Cuzco! The food was so authentic and delicious!Must try:Of Course Pisco Sour to start with then guacamole INCA style, BBQ Black cod and grande dessert (a tasting of INCA's dessert/ ice cream & sorbet/ fresh seasonal cut fruit)Added to my favs of Auckland!And on top of that Elie and Crew were amazing!
Etomia Wilson
19.07.2023
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt
Loved the food, the taste and presentation was excellent. The decor and Atmosphere was lovely. My issue is with the portion size (they are small) and the cost $85 person. I have just had to have a banana because I was hungry after dinner. The staff are friendly and efficient. I would come again but perhaps for a light lunch.
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9 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021
INCA Ponsonby by Nic Watt