Cassia on Postcard

"Sid and Chand Sahrawat are two of the most notable players developing Auckland’s particular blend of modern Indian cuisine. Cassia, the couple’s modern Indian bistro, boasts classic flavors reimagined and refined in a moody space just off Queen Street. Te Matuku oyster pakoras or Malabar-style fish with curry leaf deliver deep flavors alongside bubbling and blistered naan. Eight years in, the duo are still as sharp as ever. — HE" - Hillary Eaton, Leisha Jones

The 38 Essential Restaurants in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland, New Zealand)

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"Often lauded as Auckland 's best restaurant, Cassia boasts modern Indian plates that offer a stellar and spicy step up from a neighborhood curry house. The childhood culinary memories of chef Sid Sahrawat are channeled here into contemporary dishes by the team running Cassia's bustling open kitchen. Amid the intimate ambience of the brick-lined space, standout dishes include duck with kumara (sweet potato), lychee, and cardamom, and tandoori fish with smoked yogurt, macadamias, and sorrel. The drink list is equally eclectic, including a fine array of New Zealand craft beers (the zingy citrus hit of Liberty's Halo Pilsner goes nicely with the Indian flavors); one of Auckland's best gin selections provides the basis for suitably Subcontinental cocktails featuring cucumber, hibiscus syrup, and artisanal tonic water."

The Best Restaurants in New Zealand

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Toni Gallot (Sakura_kiwi)

Google

We did the journey through India tasting menu and it was amazing! We particularly enjoyed the pani puri, vindaloo carrots and the chicken labrardar curry. Decent sized portions meant we walked away very satisfied. The service was excellent too. It’s a good thing we don’t live in Auckland or we would be here all the time.

Kelv

Google

Third time I have been here and first time review. The menu is pretty good and the service is fantastic. Very friendly and helpful. The food was all good and enjoyable. The tandoori and the roti were exceptional dishes that I would definitely go back for again!! Great traditional Indian flavours in a modern take.

Nathalie Ong

Google

We love Cassia so much it’s our fav. This is our 4th time to dine here and they always deliver. The food are outstanding, really complex flavours and generous serving. You can’t go wrong with the beef rib - so yum! They’ve also got a nice drink selection too.

Rachel U

Google

One of the best restaurants in Auckland, highly recommended. It was the second time I went there, and had the same amazing experience. We ordered the August Restaurant month set menu, plus a few extra dishes from the A La Carte menu. Top notch food, presentation and service, everything was very consistent. The cocktail was amazing. The only minor criticism I have is on the blood orange sorbet dessert, I felt it didn’t need the extra crunchy element of the ‘honeycomb’. I’d prefer to have a softer texture like a sponge cake instead. Overall it was an exceptional dining experience, great value and every bite was remarkable.

Lokkhi Kobutor

Google

Food tasted good. Couldn't complain. Service needs some work (some staff need better training, not all). We went for a valentines day set menu ($180) and hoped the atmosphere would suit the occasion. That wasn't necessarily the case. The menu looked like a last minute print out without any thought.

Gary Wilson

Google

Wonderful service and served just the right level of spice and spiciness for me at least, a good variety of cocktails and beverages, great music and decor. I would rate this restaurant a reputable 4.6 stars. The draw back is that you can’t choose the level of spiciness you wanted and it’s relatively hot for kiwi’s standard; and the table is way too small for the tiny amount of food that we’ve ordered. Oh yes, there is no mobile coverage inside the restaurant, too.

Man of Steel

Google

I had heard so many great things about this restaurant and finally visited after they had relocated to a new site. To be honest, I was not particularly impressed and did not feel they had earned their two-hat status. The food and atmosphere of the restaurant were both rather lackluster. And dining table was incredibly small...

VickyBijal Randeri

Google

Everything A+++++ we indians have experienced all sorts of food outside, from street to 5/7 starts Restaurants. CASSIA is one of the 5/7 stars restaurants. I could proudly say that finally, we have had the Master Chefs level dishes in auckland. Perfect spice levels. I like their set manu system. This is the confidence of the Chef. Whatever they will cook is going to b 100/100.. you wouldn't go wrong, and they ll not give you a chance to complain. Very professional staff.

Toni Gallot (Sakura_kiwi)

Google

We did the journey through India tasting menu and it was amazing! We particularly enjoyed the pani puri, vindaloo carrots and the chicken labrardar curry. Decent sized portions meant we walked away very satisfied. The service was excellent too. It’s a good thing we don’t live in Auckland or we would be here all the time.

Kelv

Google

Third time I have been here and first time review. The menu is pretty good and the service is fantastic. Very friendly and helpful. The food was all good and enjoyable. The tandoori and the roti were exceptional dishes that I would definitely go back for again!! Great traditional Indian flavours in a modern take.

Nathalie Ong

Google

We love Cassia so much it’s our fav. This is our 4th time to dine here and they always deliver. The food are outstanding, really complex flavours and generous serving. You can’t go wrong with the beef rib - so yum! They’ve also got a nice drink selection too.

Rachel U

Google

One of the best restaurants in Auckland, highly recommended. It was the second time I went there, and had the same amazing experience. We ordered the August Restaurant month set menu, plus a few extra dishes from the A La Carte menu. Top notch food, presentation and service, everything was very consistent. The cocktail was amazing. The only minor criticism I have is on the blood orange sorbet dessert, I felt it didn’t need the extra crunchy element of the ‘honeycomb’. I’d prefer to have a softer texture like a sponge cake instead. Overall it was an exceptional dining experience, great value and every bite was remarkable.

Lokkhi Kobutor

Google

Food tasted good. Couldn't complain. Service needs some work (some staff need better training, not all). We went for a valentines day set menu ($180) and hoped the atmosphere would suit the occasion. That wasn't necessarily the case. The menu looked like a last minute print out without any thought.

Gary Wilson

Google

Wonderful service and served just the right level of spice and spiciness for me at least, a good variety of cocktails and beverages, great music and decor. I would rate this restaurant a reputable 4.6 stars. The draw back is that you can’t choose the level of spiciness you wanted and it’s relatively hot for kiwi’s standard; and the table is way too small for the tiny amount of food that we’ve ordered. Oh yes, there is no mobile coverage inside the restaurant, too.

Man of Steel

Google

I had heard so many great things about this restaurant and finally visited after they had relocated to a new site. To be honest, I was not particularly impressed and did not feel they had earned their two-hat status. The food and atmosphere of the restaurant were both rather lackluster. And dining table was incredibly small...

VickyBijal Randeri

Google

Everything A+++++ we indians have experienced all sorts of food outside, from street to 5/7 starts Restaurants. CASSIA is one of the 5/7 stars restaurants. I could proudly say that finally, we have had the Master Chefs level dishes in auckland. Perfect spice levels. I like their set manu system. This is the confidence of the Chef. Whatever they will cook is going to b 100/100.. you wouldn't go wrong, and they ll not give you a chance to complain. Very professional staff.

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