One Menu, No Drama: Auckland’s Best Set Menus for Group Bookings

This MICHELIN-selected, European-style bistro brings the authentic taste of the Mediterranean to the Viaduct. The set menu makes a great spread for group outings: graze on a selection of pitta, baked saganaki, spanakopita and lamb souvlaki to start, followed by lamb and vegetable moussaka and village salad. For something sweet, enjoy the Kataifi nest with rosewater ice cream. See full menu here.

This welcoming all-day bistro brings sophisticated, European-inspired fare to the heart of the city. For a delicious meal among friends, the set menu spans snacks – socca with brie and cranberry and a venison and pork corndog – and a choice of market fish or braised venison curry. For dessert, choose from olive oil and sea salt semifreddo or “a Fable of Chocolate”: dark chocolate mousse, white chocolate meringue, and milk chocolate crumb. See full menu here.

This award-winning, MICHELIN-selected restaurant – helmed by celebrity chef and former Gordon Ramsay protege Josh Emett – is an all-day brasserie serving contemporary European cuisine for metropolitan lifestyles. This set menu is a great choice for a special occasion: choose from calamari a la plancha or chèvre bûche blanche to start, followed by a main of harmony porchetta or bouillabaisse. See full menu here.

An Iconic Auckland Eats winner two years running, Khu Khu has gained a cult following for its flavour-packed vegan Thai food that’s perfect for sharing. Start with kumara spring rolls or crispy satay tofu, followed by your choice of tofu pad Thai, “duck” drunken noodles, or Bangkok fried purple rice. Indulge in a mystery cocktail or mocktail, and deep-fried banana ice cream to finish. See full menu here.

Mexican cuisine is best when shared, and Tacoteca fits the brief. Made with local and imported ingredients to ensure authentic flavours, this wallet-friendly menu is sure to impress. For entrées, tuck into baby guacamole, corn chips, and market fish baby ceviche, followed by pork confit, battered fish, or grilled mushroom tacos. See full menu here.

Culprit. serves playful and flavourful New Zealand cuisine with a global edge. This is a menu designed to be split and savoured amongst friends, from the shared starter – creamed corn madeleines with crayfish bisque mousse – to the shared main of braised lamb neck rigatoni with slaw and focaccia. Tuck into a selection of bites (venison tataki tostada, tofu mayo caesar, and tempura oyster mushroom) and a dessert of “not quite lolly cake”. Palate cleanser included. See full menu here. 

Selected for the prestigious MICHELIN Guide, the InterContinental’s in-house restaurant, Advieh, is known for combining rich Middle Eastern flavours with local produce. This set menu has sharing at its core: start with Turkish pide and a selection of split-pea hummus, chicken liver parfait, and tuna carpaccio. Split a delicious main of soused market fish, half-grilled chicken spatchcock, slow-roasted lamb, or celeriac shish, with sides of fried confit potatoes and greens. To finish, indulge in spiced Jerusalem artichoke cake with all the accoutrements. See full menu here. 

ONGI’s MO is simple: good food, easy drinks, relaxed vibes. The restaurant is known for its Korean-Japanese fusion dishes that put a contemporary spin on traditional flavours. This is a menu that’s great for groups: linger over a selection of ceviche, chips, greens and grilled cos, and for the main event, 500g of braised pork scotch in a sweet-savoury sauce with rice and veg. See full menu here. 

Inspired by its namesake late-night street-food stalls, Pocha (short for pojangmacha) is a restaurant with connection at its core. Start with a comforting kimchi and pork soup, followed by an entrée of Pocha's signature fried chicken (coated with almonds and cornflakes for maximum crunch). Groups will enjoy nibbling on a selection of traditional side dishes before the main event: beef or tofu bibimbap with vegetables and sizzling rice. See full menu here. 

In Beijing, Ghost Street is peppered with vibrant hole-in-the-wall eateries that serve diverse Chinese fare. Here in Auckland, the subterranean Ghost Street reimagines this famous food scene, with a menu of rustic, regional dishes laden with spice and flavour. To start, graze on shiitake and vegetable dumplings, prawn and sesame toast and Kung Pao, before chowing down on cumin beef Biang Biang pulled noodles – an Iconic Auckland Eats 2026 winner. Finish with toasted rice bavarois and poached pear. See full menu here.