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Five Auckland Eateries to Enhance Solo Dining

Best Restaurants Editorial

Published 20/11/2024

There are many reasons why people choose to dine alone.

Some therapeutic ‘me time’. People watching. Educating your palette. Or simply enjoying your own company. Whatever your motivation, a solo gastronomic escape can be rewarding, comforting and pleasurable all at once.

Of course, there are many of us who believe that kai is a joy to be shared, and some people would recoil at the thought of entering a restaurant and saying ‘table for one, please’.

However there’s room for everyone, and solo dining does appear to be having something of a moment.

With so many fine restaurants to choose from in Tāmaki Makaurau, we’ve hand-picked five which we believe enhance what already makes the individual dining experience so special.

Hello Beasty
95-97 Customs Sreet West, Viaduct Harbour, Auckland Central

If you’re one of those diners who regards sharing plates as anything but, then you’ve hit the jackpot with this exceptional Asian Fusion joint. No need to stare down the last bit of slow-cooked lamb shoulder or brisket and politely concede you’ve had your share. Another draw for the solo diner is the opportunity to take a front-row seat for where all the magic happens in the busy open kitchen.
Amano
68 Tyler Street, Britomart Place, Auckland Central

Arguably the most industrious of Auckland’s top-drawer eateries, Amano seamlessly runs from early breakfast, to brunch, to lunch, to afternoon tea and then to its signature white tablecloth dinner service. Whatever the time of day, this is an exceptional solo dining option, with an open kitchen and views over the Waitematā Harbour offering boat as well as people-watching.