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22/10/2026
Lunch plans? Sorted. 🍣
From matcha cold soba and crispy tempura to wagyu don, sashimi, gyoza and karaage, there’s plenty worth leaving your desk for.
Save room for the shiro miso pavlova.
Wednesdays - Fridays | 12pm–2pm
16/10/2026
Looking for something a little different this festive season?
Gather around and dine sharing-style, featuring fresh flavours from the robata grill and crafted with culinary flair.
Bring your favourite people, raise a glass and make it a night to remember.
Link in bio to reserve your table.
12/10/2026
A taste of Japan, shaped by the season.
For $65 per person, enjoy a curated line-up of MASU favourites.
Sunday to Wednesday, 5–6pm and 8pm–close.
SERVED menu available until 30 November.
01/10/2026
Travel through Japan for SERVED!
Start with edamame and chirashi tacos, move through the chef’s sashimi selection, then settle in with your choice of grilled chicken with tare sauce, salmon teriyaki or lamb rack, served alongside flame-grilled green beans and furikake rice.
Suntory also brining a trio of Japanese-inspired serves, each with its own character, vibrant citrus, delicate florals and a fresh, minty finish.
A new style of Japanese dining built around sharing and what’s best right now.
$65pp
Sun–Wed
5–6pm | 8pm–close
SERVED Menus here until 30 November.
30/09/2026
Join us at our kotatsu table for an intimate omakase experience every Thursday personally hosted by Nic Watt.
Start with a hokkaido scallop nori tartlet wagyu beef tataki, followed by sashimi, scampi tempura and robata-grilled crown duck, with a pistachio and burnt honey baked alaska to finish.
Each course, one after the next, all showcasing the season through MASU's precision, technique and storytelling.
Our first session is next Thursday 8 October, and we'd love to have you join us.
$188 per person, including a cocktail on arrival. 6.30pm.
R18. Drink Responsibly.
28/09/2026
With the days getting warmer, it’s time for something a little lighter and cooler for lunch.
Try our matcha green tea noodles with tempura, or our sake zuke and unagi zuke, served with rice and matcha bonito tea.
Fresh, flavourful and satisfying, the perfect way to power through your workday without feeling weighed down.
25/09/2026
School holidays call for something a little more fun at the table. 🍱
This school holidays, our Kids’ Bento Box brings together a colourful mix of vegetable maki, crispy fried squid, cedar-baked king salmon teriyaki, vegetable tempura and fresh fruit.
Available these school holidays.
22/09/2026
Experience a Taste of Japan
From fresh maki rolls and hapuka miso yaki to tender wagyu, discover bold Japanese flavours crafted for sharing, prepared and created by our Head Chef, Jun Bae.
Gather your favourite people, graze on something delicious and turn every occasion into a celebration.
29/08/2026
Great food starts with great people.
At MASU, we bring passion, skill and care to every dish and drink, thoughtfully balanced and crafted, just the way it should be.
28/08/2026
Good food, a great table, and Dad taken care of.
Settle in for elevated Japanese dishes, from South Waikato lamb cutlets to Kagoshima wagyu.
Book your table now for Sunday 6 September, link in bio.
25/08/2026
Your last chance to get a taste of Restaurant Month is calling.
Temaki, sashimi, salmon kamameshi and miso pavlova, four courses for $69 per person.
Maximum 8 guests per table. Whole table must dine. Menu subject to seasonal change.
24/08/2026
We're proud to have kept our hat at this year's Good Food Awards, recognising the precision and craft our team brings to Japanese cuisine every service.
Thank you to our incredible team, and to our guests who keep choosing MASU, we couldn't do it without you.
Congratulations to all the hatted restaurants and those included in the guide this year, and thank you to
Address
90 Federal Street
Auckland
1010
To reach the restaurant located at Federal Street in Auckland, visitors can take public transport by boarding a bus or train to the city center. From there, head towards Federal Street and walk for approximately 5 minutes to locate the restaurant.
Alternatively, if driving, visitors can park their vehicles in nearby parking lots or garages along Federal Street or neighboring streets and then walk to the restaurant. It is advisable to check for available parking options beforehand as spaces may be limited during peak hours.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Tuesday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 2pm |
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5pm - 9:30pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 2pm |
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5pm - 9:30pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 2pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Sunday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
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What people say
Japanese restaurants are known for their attention to detail, use of fresh ingredients, and dedication to enhancing natural flavors. MASU by Nic Watt in Auckland's Federal Street Dining Precinct embodies all of these qualities and more.
Chef Nic Watt's experience running successful robata restaurants around the world is evident in every dish at MASU. The contemporary Japanese cuisine cooked over a charcoal grill adds an element of theatre and drama to the dining experience. But it's not just about the show - each dish is carefully crafted to let the natural flavors shine through while still packing a sensational taste.
From sushi rolls to grilled meats, every item on the menu at MASU is expertly prepared with precision and care. And don't forget about the drinks - with a focus on Japanese whiskey and sake, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Overall, MASU by Nic Watt is a must-visit for anyone looking for an exceptional Japanese dining experience in Auckland. With its dedication to quality ingredients and expert preparation techniques, it's no wonder this restaurant has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
