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11/09/2026
Bass hits harder at Lucky8. Are you ready to move?
T&C’s apply
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI-SAT-SUN: 11:30am till LATE
11/09/2026
NEW DIMSUM FORM 8.88 🔥
New Dim Sums Just Dropped
We’ve added 4 new steamed dim sum to the Lucky 8 lineup — 3 made with premium ingredients.
Starting from just $8.88 each.
Come early, bring your friends, an
Weekend plans? Sorted.
See you at Lucky8 Auckland ✨
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI : 4pm till LATE
SAT-SUN: 11:30 am till LATE
10/09/2026
NEW AT LUCKY 8
Say hello to the ultimate lunch flex: DUCK & DIM SUM — a premium-style feast made for sharing
For just $68, you and your crew get a full Peking duck setup + 4 premium dim sum baskets packed with scallop, prawn, truffle… all the good stuff.
It’s basically the glow-up version of our regular dim sum items — and yes, it looks as good as it tastes
Here’s what you’re getting:
🥢 Crispy-skin Peking duck with wraps, cucumber + spring onion
🥟 Truffle Prawn Har Gow (3 pcs)
🥟 Scallop Shao Mai (3 pcs)
🥟 Prawn, Scallop & Asparagus Dumplings (3 pcs)
🥟 A whole 5-flavour Xiao Long Bao basket (including original pork, Sichuan pork, truffle pork, tom yum pork, and spinach & pork 🤤)
Designed for groups of 2-4 people and only available during Friday–Sunday lunch (11:30am–4pm).
⚠️ VERY limited portions each day.
⚠️ Pre-order if you don’t want to miss out — this one will sell out.
Bring your friends, build your duck wraps, stack your steamers, and make it a full Lucky 8 feast with a few extra plates on the side.
This is the weekend lunch everyone’s gonna be talking about. 😎🔥
T&C’s apply
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI-SAT-SUN: 11:30am till LATE
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09/09/2026
Bottomless Brunch at Lucky8 🥂
👉 Booking now: .lucky8.co.nz/auckland
All you can enjoy:
🍹 Bottomless drinks (house pour & tea pots)
🥟 Dumplings
🥪 Bao Bun
🍚 Fried rice & fresh salad
Drinks
- 2 Flavours of Teapot cocktails (Earl Grey Martini, Cranberry Hibiscus Cosmo)
- House Beers (Lager, Pale Ale, Pilsner & Hard Rated)
- House Wines (Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Sparkling Brut)
- Non-Alcs (Juices & Sodas)
Bao Bun Platter
- BBQ Glazed Pork Char Siu
- Crispy Roast Pork Belly
- Braised Pork Belly
Dumplings
- Pork 3pc, Beef 3pc, Chicken 3pc, Vegetarian 3pc (served in 1 large basket)
- Xiao Long Bao 5 flavours, 1 piece each. (Served in its own basket)
- Xiao Mai 3pc (Served in its own basket)
Complimentary Duck Fried Rice & Duck salad to be served.
Book now and brunch the Lucky 8 way. ✨
R18
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Available
Sat / Sun 11.30am - 3.30am
08/09/2026
🥟 5 Xiao Long Bao. 5 completely different flavour experiences.
Why choose one when you can try them all?
✨ Truffle – rich and indulgent
🌶️ Sichuan – bold with a spicy kick
🍤 Tom Yum – tangy, aromatic, unforgettable
🥬 Spinach – fresh and comforting
🥟 Original – the classic that never misses
Each basket is packed with juicy broth, delicate wrappers, and flavour worth talking about.
The real question is... which one are you ordering first? 👀
📍 Lucky 8
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Book now: 🔗 in bio
https://www.lucky8.co.nz/
📍 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI: 4pm till LATE
SAT-SUN: 11:30am till LATE
07/09/2026
Every cocktail is more than a drink — it’s a balance of flavour, technique, and detail.
Crafted with intention. Served with attitude. 🥃✨
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
ALL THE TIME
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI : 4pm till LATE
SAT-SUN: 11:30 am till LATE
05/09/2026
Gather the crew. Taste the upgrade. 🥂 Good food is meant to be shared, and our new platters were built for the ultimate group feast. Tag the squad in the comments!
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
ALL THE TIME
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI : 4pm till LATE
SAT-SUN: 11:30 am till LATE
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04/09/2026
Drop the beat, raise the vibe. Tonight we go all in at Lucky8.
T&C’s apply
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI-SAT-SUN: 11:30am till LATE
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03/09/2026
🥟 5 Xiao Long Bao. 5 completely different flavour experiences.
Why choose one when you can try them all?
✨ Truffle – rich and indulgent
🌶️ Sichuan – bold with a spicy kick
🍤 Tom Yum – tangy, aromatic, unforgettable
🥬 Spinach – fresh and comforting
🥟 Original – the classic that never misses
Each basket is packed with juicy broth, delicate wrappers, and flavour worth talking about.
The real question is... which one are you ordering first? 👀
📍 Lucky 8
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Book now: 🔗 in bio
https://www.lucky8.co.nz/
📍 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI: 4pm till LATE
SAT-SUN: 11:30am till LATE
31/08/2026
Father’s Day Buffet, One day only.
Sunday 6 September, bring Dad in for our Father’s Day buffet at Lucky 8 Auckland. 25 dishes across cold, hot and dessert — truffle har gow, five flavours xiao long bao, chilli tiger prawn, and a meat platter of duck, char siu and roast pork with bao buns brought straight to your table.
$48 per person. Optional bottomless drinks package available.
Vegan and gluten-free options across the menu.
Book via link in bio!
30/08/2026
Father’s Day Buffet, One day only.
Sunday 6 September, bring Dad in for our Father’s Day buffet at Lucky 8 Auckland. 25 dishes across cold, hot and dessert — truffle har gow, five flavours xiao long bao, chilli tiger prawn, and a meat platter of duck, char siu and roast pork with bao buns brought straight to your table.
$48 per person. Optional bottomless drinks package available.
Vegan and gluten-free options across the menu.
One day only, so book early — https://sevn.ly/xzTqKn1d.
29/08/2026
The lights.
The sounds.
The energy.
The details.
Not just a place to eat.
A place with its own rhythm.
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI-SAT-SUN: 11:30am till LATE
29/08/2026
BRUNCH HITS DIFFERENT AT L8. 🥂
Bottomless drinks.
Steaming dumplings.
Soft, fluffy bao buns.
And a table full of your favorite people.
$68 per person. Come hungry, stay awhile.
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI-SAT-SUN: 11:30am till LATE
27/08/2026
No countdown. No warning. L8 just hits ⚡
Sharp taste, late-night energy, zero holding back.
When the DJ goes harder — so do you.
T&C’s apply
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI-SAT-SUN: 11:30am till LATE
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25/08/2026
Gather the crew. Taste the upgrade. 🥂 Good food is meant to be shared, and our new platters were built for the ultimate group feast. Tag the squad in the comments!
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
ALL THE TIME
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI : 4pm till LATE
SAT-SUN: 11:30 am till LATE
24/08/2026
YOUR NIGHT, YOUR DRINK. 🥂🌙
T&C’s apply
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI-SAT-SUN: 11:30am till LATE
21/08/2026
Turn up the volume, let the bass take over. 🎧✨
Tonight at L8, the DJ sets the rhythm and the night sets the mood.
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Book now: LINK IN BIO (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Phone: 02 197 8396
Working Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI-SAT-SUN: 11:30am till LATE
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19/08/2026
NEW DIMSUM FORM 8.88 🔥
New Dim Sums Just Dropped
We’ve added 4 new steamed dim sum to the Lucky 8 lineup — 3 made with premium ingredients.
Starting from just $8.88 each.
Come early, bring your friends, an
Weekend plans? Sorted.
See you at Lucky8 Auckland ✨
__
Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI : 4pm till LATE
SAT-SUN: 11:30 am till LATE
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17/08/2026
POV: You just found your new favorite spread. 🥢 Our menu just got a serious glow-up. Tap the link in bio to book your table and be the first to try it!
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Book now: 🔗 in bio (https://www.lucky8.co.nz/)
Address: 161 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland, New Zealand.
ALL THE TIME
Opening Hours:
MON: CLOSED
TUE-THU: 5pm till LATE
FRI : 4pm till LATE
SAT-SUN: 11:30 am till LATE
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Address
161 Ponsonby Road
Auckland
To reach your destination on Ponsonby Road in Auckland, you have a couple of options for transportation:
**Public Transport:**
1. **Bus:** You can take any bus that stops along Ponsonby Road. Routes such as the 20, 22, or 24 frequently service this area. Check the Auckland Transport website or app for the latest schedules and stops.
2. **Train:** If you're coming from further out, take a train to Britomart Station in the city center. From there, you can catch a bus heading towards Ponsonby or walk approximately 20 minutes.
**Driving/Parking:**
1. **By Car:** Head towards Ponsonby Road via State Highway 1 (Southern Motorway). Take the exit for Newmarket and follow signs to Ponsonby.
2. **Parking:** There are several street parking options available along Ponsonby Road, but be mindful of time limits and parking fees. Additionally, some nearby side streets may offer free parking.
Make sure to check traffic conditions if driving during peak hours!
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What people say
At Lucky 8, the vibrant atmosphere sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. This tapas bar and restaurant on Ponsonby Road is a haven for those who appreciate bold flavors and a lively social scene. The playful Asian fusion tapas menu is designed to tantalize your taste buds, offering a delightful array of dishes that are perfect for sharing among friends.
The culinary offerings at Lucky 8 are nothing short of spectacular. Indulge in the rich Beef Fillet with Mushroom Truffle Sauce, expertly cooked to medium perfection and paired with diced spiced potatoes—a true delight for steak enthusiasts. For those seeking something sweet yet spicy, the Chilli Honey Lamb is a standout choice, featuring tender slow-cooked lamb glazed in a harmonious honey-chili sauce that will leave you craving more. Seafood lovers will be thrilled by the Chilli Prawns, which deliver a juicy burst of flavor with just the right amount of heat.
Beyond its delectable food, Lucky 8 boasts an energetic vibe that makes it an ideal spot for group dining or a night out. With DJs spinning tunes to elevate your evening, this venue seamlessly blends great food with an exciting nightlife atmosphere.
Whether you're looking to enjoy a casual dinner or celebrate a special occasion, Lucky 8 promises an experience filled with delicious dishes and vibrant energy that keeps you coming back for more.
