Depot

Depot, located on Federal Street, is a seafood restaurant that offers a fast-paced and fresh dining experience. With an emphasis on delicious small plates, many of the dishes are cooked over charcoal or hardwood, using fresh and seasonal New Zealand produce. Whether you choose to sit at the bar or at a table, Depot's welcoming team will take care of you while you enjoy dishes such as turbot sliders, slow-cooked crisp pork hocks, roasted whole fish and wood-roasted chicken. This award-winning eatery and oyster bar by Al Brown is perfect for anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience.
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26/10/2026

Dig into our seasonal grilled kahawai with spring greens, miso butter sauce and goat cheese, and with asparagus season in full swing, we've grilled them and topped with kalamata olive mayo, so come give it a whirl.

22/10/2026

An returning favourite and a little something new! 👀

Think trevally ika mata with gochujang and taro crisps, and our cucumber salad with avocado dressing and sumac pickled onions.

Plus our heirloom tomato salad is back, with cashew cream and ricotta salata.

Come get them, they're on the menu now.

14/10/2026

SERVED is serving three moods: fruity, salty-sweet or fresh & zesty — all $20. 🍸

R18. Drink Responsibly.

SERVED menus available until 30 November.

28/09/2026

A little something for everyone… or, more realistically, a little bit of everything for you.

1. 'Regal' NZ king salmon tartare w/ preserved lemon dip & potato fritters.
2. Trevally w/ soy syrup, wasabi peas, kewpie mayo & basil.
3. Skirt steak w/ to***co onions, iceberg wedge, ranch dressing.
4. This season’s oyster catch.
5. Sugar Pie.

01/09/2026

The classics always win!

Skip the usual Father’s Day gift and take Dad somewhere you know he’ll love.

Settle in for the classics, a lively table and seriously good food without the fuss.

More info in bio.

18/08/2026

AUT student Maggie Bullock and Al Brown have brought a little English nostalgia to our table.

Think Brussels sprout purée, caramelised onion sauce and pickled onions, familiar flavours, done the Depot way.

Available till August 31

23/07/2026

That's a wrap on a collab with Ragtag!

Cheers for coming out and enjoying the kai.

Shout out to our team and Dan at Ragtag for their mahi and for bring this one to life.

22/07/2026

It’s all about the leeks, with a little Depot magic.

Full of texture and flavour, Jack’s Chef Series dish brings together grilled kahawai, pickled daikon and miso coconut sauce.

Pair it with a cheeky Espresso Martini, and you’re sorted.

Available till July 31.

R18. Drink Responsibly.

21/07/2026

A sneak peek from Depot x Ragtag day one, get amongst it 🔥

Serving tonight and from 11.30am tomorrow, come on through.

17/07/2026

Bacon and egg donna, beignets and a cheeky coffee.

Now that’s how you start the day.

03/07/2026

For two days only, we’ve got friends in the kitchen 👀

Dan from Ragtag joins Jack here at Depot.

Expect our classics, a few throwbacks, all with a little Ragtag twist. A mini menu of fish tacos with mojo verde on duck fat tortillas, oysters with Ragtag hot sauce, raw fish tostadas plus all your Depot favourites.

No bookings, no do-overs. Just turn up, and enjoy the kai.

21–22 July 11.30am till close.

11/06/2026

Go for a classic Espresso Martini, or try our Ferrero Espresso – Absolut Vanilla Vodka, crème de cacao, Frangelico, and Good Joe’s coffee, shaken into something rich and seriously satisfying.

R18. Drink Responsibly.

03/06/2026

Watch Jack bring one of his favourites to life, leeks with grilled kahawai, pickled daikon and miso coconut sauce.

It’s full of texture, flavour and a little Depot magic, but really, it’s all about the leeks.

On the menu as part of DELISH untill 31 July.

Get stuck in.

Address

86 Federal Street
Auckland
1010

To get to the seafood restaurant located at Federal Street in Auckland, you can take any bus or train that goes to Auckland's central business district (CBD), and then disembark at the Federal Street stop. From there, walk towards Federal Street and keep going until you reach the intersection of Federal Street and Victoria Street West. The restaurant should be on your right.

If you're driving, take Queen Street and turn right onto Victoria Street West, then continue straight until you see Federal Street on your left. Turn left onto Federal Street and look for parking options nearby. There are several parking lots around the area such as SkyCity Carpark on 71-85 Hobson St, Downtown Car Park on 31 Customs St W, and Wilson Parking on 41-45 Fanshawe St. Please note that parking fees may apply.

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 9pm
Tuesday	7am - 9pm
Wednesday	7am - 9pm
Thursday	7am - 9pm
Friday	7am - 9pm
Saturday	11am - 9:30pm
Sunday	11am - 9:30pm

Website

http://www.eatatdepot.co.nz/

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What people say

If you're a seafood lover, Depot on Federal Street in Auckland is the perfect place for you. This award-winning restaurant offers a unique dining experience with its emphasis on delicious small plates, cooked over charcoal or hardwood. The menu features fresh and seasonal New Zealand produce, including mouth-watering turbot sliders, slow-cooked crisp pork hocks, roasted whole fish and wood-roasted chicken.

The atmosphere at Depot is lively and welcoming, with both bar seating and tables available. The friendly team will make sure you have a great time while enjoying the delicious food. And of course, no visit to Depot would be complete without trying their famous oysters.

Overall, Depot is a must-visit for anyone looking for an exceptional seafood dining experience in Auckland. With its fresh ingredients, expertly prepared dishes and welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder why this restaurant has become so popular among locals and tourists alike.