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11/09/2026
Your Festival Passport is your ticket to more 🥢🍣
Collect stamps when you dine from our $35 lunch or $55 dinner menus, or attend a ticketed Festival event.
3 stamps = a complimentary drink
6 stamps = 20% off your next visit
Find your Passport in the Festival brochure, available at all Savor venues.
01/09/2026
Give Dad the full Azabu treatment this Father’s Day. Available for Father’s Day only, our special sharing platter is made for the whole table, with popcorn prawns, spicy pork gyoza, grilled fillet of beef with Japanese chimichurri, crispy salmon rolls and fresh sashimi.
Big flavours, plenty to share and a Father’s Day feast worth gathering for.
Available for lunch and dinner. Book your table.
28/08/2026
The best meals are made for sharing 🥢
The Nikkei Share Table has landed at Azabu Ponsonby. Fresh sashimi, chef’s selection nigiri, tuna tostadas, ceviche, ginger miso chicken, crispy pork belly ssam and plenty more, all served to the table.
$65pp, minimum 4 people
Every Saturday & Sunday, until 11 October.
Get the group together. Link in bio to book.
23/08/2026
$35 Vegetarian Ramen Set 🍜
Lunch plans, sorted. Settle in for a bowl of ramen and make the most of our Festival Lunch Menu.
Available Wednesday to Friday, 12pm to 4pm.
đź”— Book now, link in bio
20/08/2026
The best meals are the ones shared so gather your friends and discover The Nikkei Share Table!
Created in the spirit of Nikkei hospitality, this is a dining experience made for connecting and sharing . Perfect for celebrations, family gatherings or a dinner with friends.
Experience fresh sashimi, chef's selection nigiri, tuna tostadas and vibrant ceviche before moving through a selection of our favourites, including ginger miso chicken, crispy pork belly ssam and seasonal sides.
$65 per person, minimum 4 guests. Available on Saturday and Sunday during dinner from 22 August – 11 October. Book now with the link in bio.
19/08/2026
Lunch, handled. Great taste, great value! The Ramen Set, part of the $35 Lunch Menu 🍜
Festival lunch menu available Wednesday - Friday from 12pm - 4pm.
đź”— Book now, see link in bio
18/08/2026
An Abuzu classic 🤤 Curry Don Lunch Menu for $35
Festival lunch menu available Thursday - Friday from 12pm - 4pm.
đź”— Book now, link in bio
17/08/2026
You're not making this at home for $55 🍽️ Leave dinner to us.
Experience a multi-course set menu featuring some of our Azabu classics and new dishes, alongside our special drink deals.
Festival Dinner menu available Monday - Thursday and Sundays from 5pm.
Book Now. Link in bio
14/08/2026
Were you at the Asahi Super Dry NZ Seek Silence event? 🍺
You’ve got until Sunday 23 August to bring your bottle opener into Azabu Ponsonby and show us your unique code to redeem an Asahi Super Dry + Azabu canapé.
One opener. One code. One very good reason to come back.
*T&Cs apply
01/05/2026
Kick off Viva Espolòn at Azabu with our gyoza skin tacos. Both served with a sharp Espolòn Tequila Yuzu Margarita shot on the side. Choose from spicy miso salmon or wagyu tartare. Clean, punchy, and built to hit all at once. Here for May only.
Address
26 Ponsonby Road
Ponsonby
1011
Directions to the Japanese and Asian fusion restaurants on Ponsonby Road in Auckland are as follows:
Public Transport Option:
Take any bus or train that stops at the Ponsonby Road Bus Stop. Walk east along Ponsonby Road for approximately 500 meters until you reach the restaurants.
Driving/Parking Option:
Navigate towards Ponsonby Road in Auckland and find a suitable parking spot nearby. The restaurants are located on the eastern side of Ponsonby Road, so it is recommended to park on this side of the street. Look for the restaurants after walking east along Ponsonby Road for about 500 meters.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 12pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 12pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 12pm |
| Saturday |
12pm - 12pm |
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What people say
Japanese restaurants are known for their exquisite cuisine that combines traditional flavors with modern techniques. Azabu Ponsonby, located on Ponsonby Road in Auckland, is a Japanese restaurant that has been a mainstay in the dining scene for years. The restaurant's Executive Chef, Yukio Ozeki, uses only the finest local ingredients to create his sublime Japanese cuisine.
One of the standout features of Azabu Ponsonby is its fusion of Nikkei-influenced dishes and modern Japanese cuisine. Chef Ozeki's menu is designed to be both fun and interesting, with a focus on creating unique flavor combinations that will leave diners wanting more.
The restaurant's quiet success can be attributed to its commitment to quality and attention to detail. From the presentation of each dish to the attentive service provided by the staff, every aspect of Azabu Ponsonby has been carefully considered to ensure an exceptional dining experience.
Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner for two or a night out with friends, Azabu Ponsonby is the perfect destination. With its delicious food, stylish decor, and welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder this Japanese restaurant has created devotees among locals and visitors alike.
