Culprit.

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 menu changes every two months, currently it is their Autumn Throw Back Menu, available till the end of May.

Begin your experience with the kaimoana seafood platter loaded with market fish tartare cones, kedgeree arancini, oyster vichyssoise and line-caught sashimi.

Move on to the second course of tasters, featuring their award wining Brussels sprouts with kiwi onion ranch, lamb tartare with crisp kumara or new season black figs on a fruit toast inspired waffle.

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.