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First time here for Yum Cha but definitely not the last. No wait for a table & little wait for our Kai to start coming. I loved that we could quickly scan & order and that the online menu had photos of the dishes & was available in English. We ordered 8 different dishes which cost in excess of eighty dollars. Service was efficient & friendly. Our table was clean & the restaurant was also clean.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you're a seafood lover, 928 Eatery on Dominion Road, Mt Eden is an absolute must-visit! From the moment we walked in, we were impressed by the freshness of the ingredients—there’s a large tank showcasing all the live seafood available, so you know exactly what you’re getting. It’s not just a meal here—it’s a full experience. The menu is focused and straightforward: fresh seafood is the star of the show. Don’t expect a long menu with lots of options—this place is all about premium, quality seafood done right. We ordered the combination seafood pot and a king crab, and both were absolutely amazing. The seafood pot was full of flavour and generously portioned, perfect for sharing. The king crab was fresh, meaty, and cooked to perfection. What really stood out, even beyond the delicious food, was the exceptional service. Honestly, it was the best service we’ve received at any restaurant in a long time. The staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. One staff member even helped us cook the seafood combination pot at our table, which made the experience even more enjoyable and memorable. It felt like we were being hosted rather than just served. We also tried the Paua fried rice, and it was a delightful surprise—perfectly cooked and rich in seafood flavour. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared, highlighting the freshness of the ingredients. Another bonus is the free parking lot behind the restaurant, which is a rare find in this area and makes visiting even more convenient. We had a wonderful night with lots of fresh seafood, great conversation, and warm hospitality. Highly recommend 928 Eatery if you want an authentic and satisfying seafood experience in Auckland.

Amazing place, fish and chips salted well, not too salty. Whats best is the service, lady there at the cashier was extremely nice. We ordered mussels and somehow we got an extra, went back to tell them but in the end told that it was a gift to us, such a nice place. Do visit, cheap and good and good service.

We've been eating here for thr past 2 years, each time we leave full and happy. The peking duck is a great value at $60, but you do need to order it 1 hour in advance. They serve the best salty egg yolk green beans, and the homemade pancake is huge and a fantastic value at $8. We brought my parents here when they visited NZ and they loved all the dishes we ordered. Highly recommended! Update: came back again and the food was excellent! The chef is very consistent in his cooking which we appreciate, as not all chinese restaurants are consistent and you never know what you're gonna get. Not here! The free jasmine tea is enjoyable as it's not too strong, not too weak (the owner says she buys the tea leaves from a specialty shop). The 20% off promotion is still available!

Not a bad experience, but definitely noted some things that could be improved. The salmon katsu was very heavily coated in crumb, so the ratio was quite off, and made the fish very hard and over cooked. The vegetable tempura was not bad, but the batter could be better, and it needed more sauce. The sauce it was served with wasn't a traditional tempura sauce either. The rice was very bland, no seasoning. I requested for the vegetable bento to be served with no fish, but I received a prawn cutlet and salmon sushi piece. The salad desperately needed a creamy roasted sesame dressing, as it was very plain, and combined with plain rice and tempura with very little sauce, it was a little underwhelming. The katsu chicken was nice and crunchy and came with a sauce on top which was tasty. I'd definitely look forward to trying this place again if they made some changes. A side note, this place was a little hard to see from the street as the main signage said Dons n' Rolls, not Brown Rice Japanese.

A Hidden gem!! Anyone who wants to experience authentic Japanese dishes, please come here I recommend! Beautiful atmosphere and jazzy cozy homey vibes. Lovely people and service! 😊 5/5 stars I would always come there to eat Takoyaki here (fav dish)