Where to find the best Sunday roasts in Auckland

Nothing saves a winter weekend like a hearty Sunday roast. We've rounded up the best Sunday roasts in Auckland, so you don't have to think twice when those cravings strike.

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Lord Kitchener | Sandringham
The British-inspired Sandringham gastropub—Lord Kitchener—has been home to a legendary Sunday roast for years. Choose from roast beef or pork belly, and dig into the seasonal veggies, Yorkshire pudding, and gravy. If you're lucky, you might catch a roast chicken or lamb special (watch their socials for details). Big fan of Yorkshire pudding? Call up ahead of time and preorder a plate-sized one!

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St Marg’s | Karangahape Road
St Marg's—the new kid on Karangahape Road—has a Sunday roast already rivalling the city's best. Roast sirloin is the centrepiece of this hefty dish (chicken and veg options on request), accompanied by potatoes, seasonal greens, gravy, and a Yorkshire pudding. The cherry on top of an already stellar Sunday roast is the all-you-can-eat tiramisu, which is included in the price of your roast. The question is, how many refills will you manage?

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The Wine Room | Freeman’s Bay
Auckland's premier wine destination—The Wine Room—is just as passionate about the food offerings it presents. From Sunday, 4 May until Sunday, 8 June, up to 20 guests can attend The Wine Room's Proper Sunday Roast. Helmed by Executive Chef Ryan Moore, join a late lunch which begins with champagne and canapés, and follows with an English-style roast. Moore selects the best poultry, cuts and produce, complemented by all the traditional trimmings, while The Wine Room's renowned sommeliers craft weekly matches for the meal, occasionally featuring rare finds from the cellar. Leave room for pudding, with housemade desserts and a glass of Sauternes or Vintage Port to end the luxurious afternoon.

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Galbraith’s Alehouse | Eden Terrace
An inner-city staple for lovers of all things ale, Galbraith's Alehouse is renowned for one of Auckland's best Sunday roasts—for under $30! With sirloin of beef and all the trimmings, it's the perfect spot for a truly classic, comforting roast, with endless local beer (and gin) options to top it off. Bookings are required, so get in before you miss out.

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The Bridgman | Mount Eden
If you're searching for a refined roast, head to the corner of Dominion and Valley Road. The Bridgman's Sunday roast isn't limited to lunch—go for round two at dinnertime! The slow-cooked meats rotate between lamb shoulder, pork belly and beef rump, but honestly, we're happy with any of the above. Skipping the meat? Try their nut roast, which is sure to satisfy just as much. Complete with all the trimmings—potatoes mashed, not roasted—you won't leave hungry, especially not if you upgrade your meal to three courses!

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The Pantry at Park Hyatt | Auckland Central
You might know The Pantry as your spot for a morning fix, but come Sunday evening, they deliver in equal measure. Their Sunday roast is filled with all the classic trimmings, with alternating meats like roast beef, pork belly, and chicken on the roast roster. Time your booking strategically, and pair your roast with the happy hour (4-6 pm)—$10 wines and $15 jugs of tap beer to enjoy the last of your weekend with.

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Bivacco | Auckland Central
For those who enjoy a bit of everything, head to Bivacco's Sunday Feast—a lavish buffet-style spread of unlimited classic winter dishes. For the carnivores, there's no shortage of choice; prime beef rib roast, crispy pork belly, and whole roasted salmon fillets are all on offer. Don't fret, the Feast also has endless Yorkshire puddings. In typical Bivacco fashion, there are indulgent pastas like Baked Lobster Mac n Cheese or the classic pipe rigate vodka alla pomodoro, scooped right out of a wheel of parmesan. Finish off with a station full of Bivacco's best sweet treats, with cheesecakes, trifles, cookies, and tiramisu.

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Northcote Tavern | Northcote Point
For those north of the Harbour Bridge, the Northcote Tavern easily ticks the box for a fantastic Sunday roast. The heritage bistro and beer garden has become one of the most popular spots to tuck into a comforting Sunday roast, and it's easy to see why. For under $30, a generous portion of tender, roast beef, roast potatoes and veggies, Yorkshire pudding, and housemade gravy await. The historic site has some of the best views of the harbourside bridge and a lovely outdoor space—enjoy the crisp winter air if you're lucky to dodge the rain!


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The Fox, A London Pub | Auckland Central
If you hadn't already guessed, The Fox, A London Pub, is a comforting homage to all things England, specialising in showcasing sports and famous English pub grub. Come Sunday, the Viaduct pub presents its Sunday roast. Designed with two people in mind, share a selection of starters, which include classic British dishes, such as the famous pig in blankets. For the main event, select from one of the two roasts of the day (think free-range chicken with sage and English cheddar stuffing to whole pork knuckle with crispy crackling and apple sauce), and dig into Yorkshire pudding, dripping-roasted potatoes, seasonal roast veg and gravy.


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Danny Doolans | Auckland Central
You may be amongst the many who have likely never stepped foot into Danny Doolans in the daylight; however, their Sunday Roast is more than enough reason to. Shake off the Saturday night scaries with a comforting plate of Yorkshire pudding (that, in Danny's words, is bigger than your head), roast meat of the week, seasonal veggies, and plenty of gravy to mop your Yorkie up with.