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Authentic Middle Eastern & Mediterranean
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Auckland, New Zealand

Ima Cuisine

CuisineMiddle Eastern, Bakery Cafe
Price$30–50per person
ReservationsWalk-ins welcome
Dress CodeCasual

Cuisine Good Food Guide Selection

Our verdict

For more than 20 years Yael Shochat’s Mediterranean restaurant has been a real destination for lovers of the cuisine of the sun. Specialising in mezze-style food, it’s a great place for a crowd to share lovely tasty platters and relax. The menu is influenced by the largely plant-based diet from Yael’s Israeli homeland. Mains (bharat spiced chicken or lamb skewers, panfried halloumi, braised lamb) are great value and they all come with Arabian spiced rice, Middle Eastern slaw, roasted carrots and

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Plan Your Visit
Address
Ima, 53, Fort Street, Britomart, City Centre, Auckland, Waitematā, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Phone
09 377 5252
Hours
Mon 7 AM–3 PMTue–Fri 7 AM–9 PMSat 9 AM–9 PMSun Closed
Directions
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Ima Cuisine restaurant in Auckland, New Zealand

The menu

What to order

  • Mezze Platter
  • Slow Braised Lamb Shoulder
  • Chicken Mesachan
  • Falafel
  • Hot Cross Buns
See the current menu on imacuisine.co.nz →
About

For more than 20 years Yael Shochat’s Mediterranean restaurant has been a real destination for lovers of the cuisine of the sun. Specialising in mezze-style food, it’s a great place for a crowd to share lovely tasty platters and relax. The menu is influenced by the largely plant-based diet from Yael’s Israeli homeland. Mains (bharat spiced chicken or lamb skewers, panfried halloumi, braised lamb) are great value and they all come with Arabian spiced rice, Middle Eastern slaw, roasted carrots and

The record

Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

  1. Cuisine Good Food Guide Selection

    Cuisine Good Food Guide

Details
Vibe
  • Cozy
  • Lively
  • Classic
  • Rustic
Best For
  • Group Dining
  • Casual Hangout
  • Family
  • Celebration
  • Private Event
Experience
  • Private Dining
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
Views
  • Street Scene
Menu Format
  • Family Style
  • Small Plates
  • A La Carte
  • Set Menu
Drinks Focus
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Beer
Dietary
  • Vegetarian Friendly
  • Vegan Options
  • Pescatarian Friendly
Noise LevelConversational
CapacityMedium
Service StyleCasual
Meal PacingStandard
KitchenTraditional
Wine ProgramStandard
Private DiningAvailable
Visit details

Current opening hours

Monday
7 AM–3 PM
Tuesday
7 AM–9 PM
Wednesday
7 AM–9 PM
Thursday
7 AM–9 PM
Friday
7 AM–9 PM
Saturday
9 AM–9 PM
Sunday
Closed

Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .

Warm and inviting bistro space filled with the aromas of freshly baked breads, pastries, and fragrant Middle Eastern spices.