Five Auckland Eateries to Enhance Solo Dining

If watching the world go by, gazing at superyachts and appreciating exquisite haute cuisine all float your boat, then welcome to the pearly gates of solo dining heaven. Soul has long been synonymous with exceptional food, top-notch service and a stonking wine selection. Many of its neighbours have failed to make their mark with the fickle clientele of the upmarket Viaduct precinct, but not Soul - the establishment’s success is its own testament to individual courage.

If you’re one of those diners who regards sharing plates as anything but, then you’ve hit the jackpot with this exceptional Asian Fusion joint. No need to stare down the last bit of slow-cooked lamb shoulder or brisket and politely concede you’ve had your share. Another draw for the solo diner is the opportunity to take a front-row seat for where all the magic happens in the busy open kitchen.

Arguably the most industrious of Auckland’s top-drawer eateries, Amano seamlessly runs from early breakfast, to brunch, to lunch, to afternoon tea and then to its signature white tablecloth dinner service. Whatever the time of day, this is an exceptional solo dining option, with an open kitchen and views over the Waitematā Harbour offering boat as well as people-watching.

Zool Zool’s quaint, relaxing and welcoming interior ensures you’ll be at one with this place the moment you walk through the door. The food is a delightful, warm embrace. Award-winning Japanese chef Toru Hirae has devised a truly exceptional menu boasting some of the finest ramen dishes in Tāmaki Makaurau.