Private dining rooms are the biggest life hack for a successful dinner party. An intimate space with dedicated staff and an endless supply of food and drink? Yes, please. 

What you're after is a restaurant that specialises in private dining. Luckily, we have an abundance of these venues here in Auckland. We've collated our 2023 list of Auckland restaurants with private dining rooms. 

Looking for more restaurant inspiration? Discover our guide to Auckland restaurants here. 

QT Auckland

Esther Private Dining Room

Esther is a charming European-style restaurant with a high ceiling, an open-style kitchen and a warm interior. For intimate parties of up to 12 guests, you can book the whimsical Private Dining Room. 

The menu blends simplicity with a touch of wonder - bringing the authentic flavours of the Mediterranean's sun-soaked shores to Auckland's Viaduct Harbour. 

Location: Viaduct Harbour
Cuisine: Fine dining
Best for: 12 guests

View the menu here.

The Hotel Britomart

kingi Private

kingi Private is a sophisticated, brick-lined private dining space within The Hotel Britomart. The raw-edge kauri table seats 14 guests, while the glass larder kitchen offers diners a glimpse of the chefs at work.

With an atmosphere that echoes that of Kingi, kingi Private offers a fine-dining menu that showcases sustainably sourced and seasonal produce.  

Location: Britomart
Cuisine: Fine dining
Best for: 14 guests

View the menu here.

 

Rydges Auckland

The Rimu Room, CUT Restaurant

CUT offers mouth-watering modern cuisine with accents of Mediterranean flavours and a nod to traditional French techniques.

The Rimu Room seats up to 20 guests, perfect for an intimate celebration or business function.

Location: CBD
Cuisine: Fine dining
Best for: 16 guests

View the menu here.

The Bridgman

The Annex 

The Bridgman is a Mount Eden restaurant with a large private dining room - The Annex. Complete with its own bar, The Annex seats up to 70 guests.

Elevating familiar flavours, the kitchen work with high-quality and local produce to create nourishing dishes best enjoyed alongside their extensive drinks menu.

Location: Dominion Road, Mt Eden
Cuisine: Gastropub
Best for: 70 guests

View the menu here.

 

The Riverhead

Deacon's Kitchen

Deacon’s Kitchen is a historical space that reflects the character The Riverhead is renowned for. Available exclusively for private dining events, Deacon’s Kitchen seats 18 guests and a 2-3 course set menu is recommended.

The Riverhead presents unpretentious kiwi hospitality and a seasonal menu featuring locally sourced products.

Location: Riverhead
Cuisine: Gastropub
Best for: 18 guests

View the menu here. 

 

The Lula Inn

Lula's Lane

For something light-filled and cheery, there's Lula’s Lane. Set on the waterfront, Lula's Line is a private dining room for up to 45 guests.

Lula's offers a comprehensive menu that includes all the crowd favourites for brunch, lunch or dinner.

Location: Princes Wharf
Cuisine: South Pacific Eatery
Best for: 45 guests

View the menu here.

 

The Fox

Churchill Room

The Fox is a London-styled pub with a charming private dining space named The Churchill Room. This private dining room has its own entrance and bar, not to mention an acoustic curtain for total privacy from the rest of the venue.

With an affectionate nod to its roots, The Fox sports a traditional menu featuring iconic British dishes and flavours. Meanwhile, their extensive beverage menu includes gin trees, speciality cocktails, Anglocentric ales, and premium pub staples.

Location: Customs Street West
Cuisine: Gastropub
Best for: 50 guests

View the menu here.

 

Harbourside Ocean Bar Grill

Harbour Room 

Located within the iconic ferry building on Quay Street, Harbourside offers private fine dining at its best. We recommend The Harbour Room to drink in those sea views.

With a focus on supporting local and sustainable suppliers - Harbourside showcases fresh seafood, premium beef, lamb, venison, duck and vegetarian dishes. Dine privately with an unbeatable view at Harbourside.

Location: Quay Street
Cuisine: Specialising in seafood
Best for: 36 guests

View the menu here.

 

Botswana Butchery

The Mezzanine

Located in the historic Ferry Building on Quay Street, Botswana Butchery offers private fine dining in the heart of the city. A plush space with ocean views, The Mezzanine provides a private dining space for 30 guests.

Combining classic tastes with a luxury experience, Botswana Butchery draws inspiration from local regions to create unforgettable private dining events.

Location: Quay Street
Cuisine: Steakhouse grill
Best for: 30 guests

View the menu here.

 

White + Wong's Newmarket

The Shangri La Room

White + Wong's is an exciting Auckland restaurant offering a private dining room with an exclusive outdoor area, available upon request.

White + Wong's draws inspiration from China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand to create a zestful menu for your private dining event.

Location: Westfield, Newmarket
Cuisine: East meets West fusion
Best for: 15 guests

View the menu here.

 

White + Wong's Viaduct

Water View Room

White + Wong's Viaduct is set on Princess Wharf and offers a flavoursome menu, ocean views, and private rooms.

With spaces ranging from semi to fully private - White + Wong’s Viaduct is an Auckland restaurant with no shortage of exciting private dining rooms.

Location: Quay Street
Cuisine: East meets West fusion
Best for: capacities vary between 6 and 20 guests

View the menu here.

 

The Grange

The Greenhouse

The Grange is a snappy European restaurant with two incredible spaces for private dining.

The main restaurant's Private Dining Room is a plush space with an up-market feel. Exclusively yours, this space can be completely closed or partially opened to the adjoining terrace.

The Greenhouse is a light-filled glasshouse set showcasing fresh produce and providing an intimate dining space.

Location: Smales Farm, Takapuna
Cuisine: European Bistro

Private Dining Room
Best for: 20 guests

The Greenhouse
Best for: 16 guests

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Cocoon House

The Dining Room

Blending international luxury with the warmth of Kiwi hospitality - Cocoon House is home to New Zealand’s most exquisite private dining events.

The Cocoon House works with a prestigious list of preferred caterers to provide delectable menus for your private dining event.

Location: Freemans Bay
Cuisine: External catering
Best for: 18 guests

 

Barcita

Barcita Back Bar

Barcita is a warm, Iberian dining space at the back of Candela Restaurant on Karangahape Road. This private dining room boasts its own bar and sheltered balcony.

Barcita offers curated set menus, fine wines and cocktails honouring the best of Spanish-style dining.

Location: Karangahape Road
Cuisine: Iberian
Best for: 40 guests

View the menu here.

 

Crown Range Lounge

The Clubroom

Inspired by the wine culture of Central Otago — Crown Range Lounge is a chic space for private dining in Auckland.

Crown Range Lounge partners with local Parnell restaurants to create high-class menus for your private dining event.

Location: Parnell
Cuisine: External catering
Best for: 30 guests

View the menu here.

 

Warkworth Hotel

Private Dining Room

Warkworth Hotel is an effortlessly charming restaurant with a dedicated dining room for up to 65 guests. Featuring the original Kauri wood floors, Victorian decor and velvet sofas, the restaurant is a reminiscent place filled with character and over 150 years of history.

The menu offers a Kiwi take on British classics and weekly specials such as taco Tuesdays, curry Thursdays and daily happy hours.

Location: Warkworth
Cuisine: European Bistro
Best for: 65 guests

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Bracu

The Wine Library

Bracu is one of Auckland’s most revered destinations for private dining and delicious cuisine. Set amidst 30,000 olive trees on the outskirts of Auckland, Bracu presents the Wine Library for private dining events.

With the belief that a meal is an experience to be enjoyed and remembered with others, Bracu showcases locally-sourced and estate-grown ingredients.

Location: Bombay
Cuisine: Fine dining
Best for: 10 guests

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Hilton

FISH

Set elegantly on the edge of the water, FISH Restaurant offers an exclusive downtown space for your private dining event needs.

Serving sustainably sourced, fresh seafood - FISH Restaurant offers a first-class private dining experience overlooking the harbour.

Location: Princes Wharf
Cuisine: Fine dining seafood
Best for: 22 guests

View the menu here.

 

Fantail & Turtle

The Servery 

The Servery is a sophisticated private dining room within Fantail & Turtle; everybody's favourite sun-soaked Takapuna venue. 

With a food philosophy based on sustainability and sharing - Fantail & Turtle solely use free-range meats and homegrown produce to create unforgettable dishes. 

Location: Smales Farm, Takapuna
Cuisine: Bistro
Best for: 40 guests

View the menu here.

 

The Grounds at Whoa! Studios

Private Dining Room

Unique to its core, The Grounds restaurant is a light-filled space with a dedicated private dining room seating 18 guests.

Each dish on the menu celebrates local ingredients - with flavours elevated by the creativity of the talented chefs.

Location: Henderson, Auckland
Cuisine: Bistro
Best for: 18 guests

View the menu here.