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The Finest Japanese Restaurant Auckland Experience
Named for the Japanese word for crater, Kureta evokes the volcanic landscapes of Japan and New Zealand—elemental, refined, and quietly powerful. This chef-led omakase experience, guided by seasonality, meticulous teppan technique, and considered simplicity, sees each dish crafted by Chef Aki to honour fire, water, and earth. Natural materials and a serene, immersive setting mirror the culinary journey at this distinguished Japanese restaurant Auckland City diners return to again and again.
Signature
Sample Menu
Signature 8 Course Omakase 150pp | Sake & Wine Match +150 pp
Fish tartar kūmara and miso mousse, kūmara chips, lime zest
Chef’s choice sashimi
“Chawan-mushi” Japanese savory egg custard, cream cheese, smoked cheddar, truffle oil
Straw-smoked dry-aged west coast spring lamb, Yuzu kosho chimichurri, sansho
Miso - grilled market fish, broccolini ohitashi, yuzu glaze
House-made sorbet
Kombu-jime, zuke, chef's choice sushi roll
Sakura pannacotta, rhubarb jam, salted Sakura flower
Elemental
Sample Menu
Elemental 8 Course Omakase 200 pp | Sake & Wine Match +150 pp
Fish tartar, kūmara and miso mousse, kūmara chips, lime zest
Chef's choice sashimi
“Chawan-mushi” Japanese savoury egg custard, cream cheese, smoked cheddar, truffle oil
Straw-smoked dry-aged West Coast Spring lamb, yuzu kosho chimichurri, sansho
Dry-aged beef steak, ponzu jus, daikon
House-made Sorbet
Kombu- jime, zuke, toro-taku sushi roll
Sakura pannacotta, rhubarb jam, salted Sakura flower
Immersive
Sample Menu
Immersive 8 Course Omakase 250 pp | Sake & Wine Match +150 pp
Fish tartar, kūmara and miso mousse, kumara chips, lime zest
Chef's choice sashimi with bluefin tuna sashimi
“Chawan-mushi” Japanese savoury, egg custard, cream cheese, smoked cheddar, truffle oil
Straw-smoked dry-aged West Coast Spring lamb, yuzu kosho chimichurri, sansho
Aged Japanese wagyu katsu, kina sauce, kina
House-made sorbet
Kombu - jime, zuke, chef's choice premium sushi roll
Sakura pannacotta, rhubarb jam, salted Sakura, flower