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Enjoy New Zealand, International, Fine dining, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Gluten Free options, Restaurant, Table service, $$$$, Business meetings, Special occasion, Date night and Local cuisine cuisine at Culprit. in Auckland City Centre, Auckland
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New Zealand, International, Fine dining
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Address:

Lvl 1, 12 Wyndham Street
Auckland 1010

Phone:

+64 9 377 5992

Open hours:

Mon: Closed Tues - Sat: 5pm - 9:30pm Sun: Closed

In the heart of Auckland City Centre, Culprit stands as a beacon of innovation in New Zealand's dining scene.

Emerging with a vibrant philosophy aimed at reimagining the dining experience, it departs from the ordinary, offering guests a taste of pure creativity amidst its bustling urban backdrop.

Owner and Chef Kyle Street creates playful dishes that are innovative and big on flavour, often with a nod to his uniquely Kiwi upbringing. The chef's choice set menu offers a taste of nostalgic New Zealand cuisine with a modern global edge.

Their chef's choice set menu changes every two-three months, launching Friday August 1st is their 'Dine Like It's 1995' Menu.

The chefs will be be throwing back to bygone days with modern take on some retro classics.

Their Seasonal Epic Set Menu is usually $110pp but for first table diners this is a steal at $55pp.

Begin your experience with fresh New Zealand kaimoana (seafood).

Currently, Kingfish Sashimi w/ Oyster & Fennel Cream, Bluefin Tuna Tostada, Deviled Egg w/ Crayfish Mayo, Buttermilk Fried Snaper Wings.

Move on to four more dishes to share which currently consists of; Roast Onion Creme w Chips, Fried Goat Camembert, Curried Lamb Sausage Rolls, Champagne Ham w Piccalilli.

Don't let these subtle descriptions fool you, Culprit is known for its delicious takes on the nostalgic.

You then have a choice of main to finish, either their Organic Chicken Press w/ Just & Sprouts or Roast Market Fish w/ Celeriac, Nduja & Mussel Fritters

Theres more to discover, so book now.

Winning Best Metropolitan Restaurant for 2023/2024 and runner-up Top Auckland Restaurant 2023, this is one dining opportunity you cannot miss.

**Dietary requirements will be attended to gladly and separately.

  • Cuisine: New Zealand, International, Fine dining
  • Dietary: Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Gluten Free options
  • Features: Table service
  • Good for: Business meetings, Special occasion, Date night, Local cuisine
  • Price: $$$$
  • Venue type: Restaurant

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