Top Rated Nachtleven in Auckland

Agents & Merchants is an international dining experience in the heart of Auckland. It offers exceptionally good local cuisine as well as seasonal delights from all over the world. It also boasts of more than 200 types of exotic wines brought in from various corners of New Zealand and other countries. It has three separate sections, i.e., restaurant, cocktail bar and alfresco seating in the outdoor area on Roukai Lane, which can also be booked for private events and parties. You can go over to Racket next door for some amazing cocktails and have a chilled out evening. Open from Mondays through Saturdays 12p onwards.

Caretaker, a cocktail bar, seems to Auckland's best kept secret and a favorite hangout spot of the locals. Tucked away underground, the stairs lead you to a door which transports you into the dark yet lively atmosphere of this bar. This place is dark and cozy with plush furniture. They don't have a menu and you can order a cocktail of your choice with preferred flavors and see the mixologist prepare your heavenly drink. Their warm hospitality is just as good as their cocktails and if you want a relatively quiet place, delicious cocktails and mellow music, you know where to head to.

Racket is a bar with a difference, with its outdoor fireside seating and dim candle-lit interiors. It is located in the heart of the red-light district of the city. The staff is lots of fun and will keep you entertained all evening. Racket also associates itself with causes and helps collect funds and donations for disaster relief. The bar has been recognized as one of the best in the area for its service, music and crowd. It opens out into Roukai Lane, the cobble-stoned lane where Racket arranges and holds regular music gigs. It also serves some of the best beer and rum collections as well as lots of perfectly made cocktails.You can head to Agents and Merchants next door for a quick bite or a sumptuous dinner. But if you are simply looking for a place to chill out, drink and have fun, Racket is the one for you.

Tanuki brings an authentic slice of Japan to Queen Street. Featuring a traditional wooden interior, traditional sake boxes and baskets provide an atmospheric backdrop to the well-designed tables and stools. It draws a mix of Japanese businesspeople and students as well as visitors and local diners. You could almost imagine yourself in a hideaway in Kyoto or Ginza at Tanuki. The handsome bar is well stocked with a wide variety of sake labels. A full selection of delectable sushi and sashimi provide an excellent counterbalance to the wine.

Savor zesty Mexican cuisine at Mexico, located in the Central Business District. The restaurant invites patrons to enjoy tasty meals and tantalizing drinks in a wonderful ambiance. Softly lit, spaciously laid out tables, several pictures adorning the walls, quirky lighting fixtures, and a prompt staff welcome you in. The food is high on tradition and authenticity. Menu offers a nice mix of appetizers and mains. Loyal patrons swear by their Guacamole, Taco Dorado, Torta Ahogada, and Chicken Tinga quesadilla. Save some space for dessert and try their decadent Cinnamon Spiced Churros. There is a fine fare for the little ones to choose from. Along with delectable food, they serve a slew of cocktails and other liquor.