Since opening its doors, Park Hyatt Auckland has built a reputation for high-concept fare that has kept its signature restaurant on the gourmet map.
Onemata has not only retained its place as a favourite in Auckland’s crowded dining scene, but its Trust the Chef five-course menu takes eating out to a new level. The secret weapon is Brent Martin, the executive chef who has been part of the Hyatt family for 25 years.
As the culinary magic begins to unfold, it’s clear that Onemata is up to it with cutting edge fare that turns conventional cuisine on its head. Not before hunger and appetite have peaked, the gastronomic journey begins with appetising morsels of Southland crab and mayonnaise amuse bouche, washed down with champagne.
As the culinary magic begins to unfold, it’s clear that Onemata is up to it with cutting edge fare that turns conventional cuisine on its head.
The sense of occasion continues with kahawai and butter pate served with heirloom carrots and radish followed by kingfish in a deliciously tangy nan jim sauce. Assured cooking arrives with lamb croquettes, ratatouille, onion labneh and a piquant salmon tartare, ginger dressing and ramen cracker. Next, slices of beef tenderloin on rice cracker enlivened with cream cheese and teriyaki sauce. With plates cleared, our main dish of duck breast with orange and ginger glaze and fried eggplant with babaganoush showed the variety and depth of seasonings in these astonishing dishes. Desserts were also sensationally good, chocolate prune and date hazelnut ganache with tonka bean ice cream and pistachio cake, ricotta cheese and apple sorbet – a fitting end to a delightful meal.
And the verdict? Servings are generous with dishes theatrically plated. For connoisseurs there’s an excellent selection of food paring wines served by an award-winning sommelier. Engaging service from ultra professional floor staff makes for a dining experience all the more special. Menu $120pp, wine pairing from $138pp.
Menu
8.5
Cuisine
9
Wine List
9
Service
9.5
Decor
8.5
Value for Money
8.5
