Auckland Fish Market

I was pleasantly surprised by this fish market — it’s so clean and well-maintained, which is not what I expected! The seafood is incredibly fresh, and the prices are very reasonable. The oysters, in particular, were a highlight — super fresh, flavorful, and unbelievably cheap. Every dish we tried, from the fish to other seafood offerings, was cooked perfectly and full of taste. The lively atmosphere, combined with the friendly vendors and the quality of the food, made it a truly enjoyable experience. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this is definitely a must-visit spot for anyone who loves fresh seafood.

The Auckland Fish Market is just a 15-minute walk from the harbor area, and my hotel concierge recommended visiting. It’s down a street that’s behind the main waterfront restaurants and bars.nnThe market itself was much smaller than I expected. There’s only one vendor selling raw fish, while the others offered items like oysters and mussels, bagels, and sushi rolls no fresh sashimi. There’s a small dining area with tables and chairs. My partner and I shared a bucket of mussels in tomato sauce $15 NZD. The sauce was flavorful, but the mussels were a bit rubbery.nnOn the plus side, the market has free Wi-Fi and public restrooms. There’s also a wholesale fish auction in the mornings for bulk buyers.nnOverall, compared to other waterfront fish markets I’ve visited in Europe or Asia, this one is small and underwhelming. I wouldn’t recommend visiting unless you’re already in the harbor area.

This Fish Market is a nice place if you like seafood. You can eat many things like fish and chips, prawns, oysters, and sushi. The food is fresh and tasty. The place is clean and not too busy. You can sit inside or outside. It’s a good spot to relax, eat, and talk with friends or family. The workers are friendly and helpful. There is also a shop where you can buy fresh fish to cook at home. The prices are okay – not too cheap, but the food is good. Parking can be a little hard, but the visit is still worth it. If you like seafood, you should try this place…….

The place has been renovated since we last visited years and years ago. It definitely looks more clean and modern now. A few different vendors and there is also another food stall market area on the waterside just 1-2 mins away. A great place to come and grab lunch and have a stroll afterwards.

Fresh tasting food, we'll cooked and presented. Great range of food from the ocean. Seagulls inside were a little annoying while trying to enjoy my awesome lunch though

Directions to Auckland Fish Market with public transportation

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