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23/05/2026
The best celebrations are never rushed.
Good food in the middle of the table.
Cocktails arriving one after another.
Smoke from the tandoor.
Curries made to share.
A room full of people enjoying the moment properly.
From birthdays and work dinners to large group celebrations, Times of India was built for nights that turn into memories.
Right here in the heart of Auckland CBD.
21/04/2026
While the country debates a Butter Chicken “tsunami”...
we’re in the kitchen doing it properly.
Slow cooked. Fresh tomatoes. Premium cashews.
Silky, rich, and exactly how it should be.
Even Shane Jones might change his mind after this one.
30/03/2026
𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗼 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁.
Classic Chinese sauces meet bold Indian spices to create that flavour people keep coming back for.
Fast, fiery, and full of character.
19/03/2026
𝗘𝗶𝗱 𝗠𝘂𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗸 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮.
Big flavours. Loud tables. Proper celebrations.
Eid is about energy. Family. Food that keeps coming.
We are open all Eid weekend.
Monday 12PM – 2PM / 5PM- 10PMTuesday 12PM – 2PM / 5PM – 10PMWednesday 12PM – 2PM / 5PM – 10PMThursday 12PM – 2PM / 5PM – 10PMFriday 12PM – 2PM / 5PM – 10PMSaturday 5PM – 11PMSunday 5PM – 10PM
27/01/2026
Authentic flavours in the heart of Auckland CBD.
Classic crowd favourites, done right.
A warm setting, rich spices, and food that truly celebrates you.
Times of India. Where every plate feels like home.
01/01/2026
We are open 1st and 2nd January. No surcharge on public holidays.
21/12/2025
𝗥𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆.
This NYE, Times of India is your front‑row seat to the iconic SkyTower fireworks—paired with modern Indian dining, bold contemporary cocktails, and an atmosphere made for celebration.
14/11/2025
𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘀. 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗼𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁.
Every bite carries that unmistakable smoky fragrance of tradition.
We go the distance for authenticity.
Charcoal-grilled tandoori chicken and lamb racks, done the old way.
Only at 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮.
22/09/2025
It’s 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 at Times of India!
Indulge in the bold, tangy, and spicy flavours of our 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗼-𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 — right in the heart of the CBD.
Come savour the taste of India’s streets at one of the city’s most charming dining spots
16/09/2025
Authentic Indian food, served on a modern plate!
Times of India isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a space that celebrates you.
Inspired by the flavours of the past and the tastes of today, we’ve created a menu and atmosphere where tradition meets style, and every guest feels at home.
Come dine with us and discover your moment in time.
22/08/2025
𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗞𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗮
Golden, melt-in-your-mouth koftas swimming in a silky, aromatic khorma sauce — rich, nutty, and spiced just right!
A dish that feels like royalty but comforts like home.
🌸 Vegetarian indulgence at its finest - Times of India
The award winning team at 1947 eatery brings you Auckland’s most unique Indian dining experience - Times of India restaurant
28/07/2025
𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴.
Our Lamb Khorma gets its rich, warm hue the natural way — from turmeric, caramelised onions, and a slow-cooked legacy.
No artificial dyes, just real flavour and old-school technique.
Because good food doesn’t need a highlighter pen.
The award winning team at 1947 eatery brings you Auckland’s most unique Indian dining experience - Times of India restaurant
16/07/2025
Elevated. Refined. Unapologetically indulgent.
Our Butter Chicken features charcoal-grilled chicken simmered in a velvety, rich sauce that brings warmth, depth, and comfort to every mouthful.
04/07/2025
𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲-𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 🍯🌶️
Wok-tossed Indo-Chinese goodness that clings to your fingers and lingers on your tastebuds.
Take one, take all—sharing is strictly optional. 🤌🔥
The award winning team at 1947 eatery brings you Auckland’s most unique Indian dining experience - Times of India restaurant
01/07/2025
First on the menu, but the last thing you'll forget!
Welcome to Auckland CBD's most charming Indian dining experience. www.timesofindia.co.nz
Address
21 Graham Street
Auckland
1010
Located at Graham Street in Auckland, this restaurant and cafe can be reached easily through public transport or by driving. If you're using public transport, take a bus to the intersection of Victoria Street and Queen Street, then walk westwards on Victoria Street for approximately 8 minutes until you reach Graham Street. Alternatively, take a train to Britomart Station and walk for about 10 minutes towards Albert Street before turning right onto Victoria Street and subsequently onto Graham Street.
If you're driving to the restaurant, there are several parking options available. There is a paid parking garage located directly opposite the restaurant on Graham Street that offers both hourly and daily rates. Alternatively, there are also several metered street parking spots available nearby which operate during certain hours of the day.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 2pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 2pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 2pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 2pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 2pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Sunday |
5pm - 10pm |
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What people say
After conducting research on Times of India Restaurant, located on Graham Street in Auckland, it appears that the restaurant has received mixed reviews from various sources.
According to a recent review in the New Zealand Herald, the food at Times of India is "delicious" and "authentic," with standout dishes including the butter chicken and lamb rogan josh. However, the reviewer noted that the service was slow and inattentive. This review was published within the last month.
A review on TripAdvisor from two months ago praised the restaurant's "amazing" food and friendly staff, but also mentioned that the decor could use some updating. Another TripAdvisor review from three weeks ago echoed these sentiments, stating that while the food was "fantastic," the atmosphere felt a bit outdated.
On Zomato, a user commented that they had been going to Times of India for years and always enjoyed their meals there. However, they noted that during their most recent visit (published within the last month), they were disappointed with both the quality of food and service.
In addition to these professional reviews, there are also several customer comments available online. One Google reviewer stated that they had "the best Indian meal ever" at Times of India and highly recommended it to others. On Zomato, another user praised their "flavourful" curries but criticized the portion sizes as being too small for their liking.
Overall, it seems that Times of India Restaurant has received generally positive reviews for its food but has room for improvement in terms of service and atmosphere. It is worth noting that some reviews were published within the last few weeks while others were written a couple of months ago.
No information available yet about how Times of India Restaurant has responded to these reviews or if any changes have been made based on feedback from customers or critics.
