East Restaurant

Vegetarian Asian Restaurant, Vegetarian Menu

★ 4.9 · $$$ · Hours

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lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the caramelised black pepper tofu and truffle mushroom dumplings" "Try the caramelised black pepper tofu and truffle mushroom dumplings"
"Reservations recommended during peak hours"
"Consider the "Trust the Chef" set menu for a sample of many dishes"
"Vegan wines and mocktails are available"
"Service can sometimes be attentive to the point of feeling watched"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  tofu, dumplings, mushroom soup tofu — popular (×6)
dumplings — popular (×5)
mushroom soup — popular (×4)
black pepper tofu — popular (×3)
cauliflower — popular (×3)
 

thumb_up Praised for:  nice atmosphere, many vegan options, friendly staff nice atmosphere ×8
many vegan options ×6
friendly staff ×10
large portions
extensive vegan menu
 

East is a modern vegetarian restaurant in Auckland specializing in Asian plant-focused cuisine inspired by diverse cultures including Japanese, Thai, and Malaysian. Known for its sharing-style bites and small plates, it offers a mostly vegan menu with standout dishes like caramelised black pepper tofu and truffle mushroom dumplings. The ambiance is upscale yet inviting, with friendly and knowledgeable staff enhancing a dining experience suited for special occasions or casual visits, though prices lean towards the higher end.