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Executive Chef Yukio Ozeki is a big fan of Nikkei, the fresh Peruvian Japanese crossover flavours th Quietly winning awards and creating devotees.
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Azabu has long been a mainstay in the Ponsonby dining scene. Chef Yukio Ozeki has been serving his sublime Japanese cuisine made with the finest local ingredients for years. Yukio’s menu combines Nikkei-influenced dishes and modern Japanese with an emphasis on the fun and the interesting.

01/09/2026

Give Dad the full Azabu treatment this Father’s Day. Available for Father’s Day only, our special sharing platter is made for the whole table, with popcorn prawns, spicy pork gyoza, grilled fillet of beef with Japanese chimichurri, crispy salmon rolls and fresh sashimi.
Big flavours, plenty to share and a Father’s Day feast worth gathering for.
Available for lunch and dinner. Book your table.

28/08/2026

The best meals are made for sharing 🥢

The Nikkei Share Table has landed at Azabu Ponsonby. Fresh sashimi, chef’s selection nigiri, tuna tostadas, ceviche, ginger miso chicken, crispy pork belly ssam and plenty more, all served to the table.

$65pp, minimum 4 people

Every Saturday & Sunday, until 11 October.
Get the group together. Link in bio to book.

23/08/2026

$35 Vegetarian Ramen Set 🍜
Lunch plans, sorted. Settle in for a bowl of ramen and make the most of our Festival Lunch Menu.
Available Wednesday to Friday, 12pm to 4pm.

🔗 Book now, link in bio

20/08/2026

The best meals are the ones shared so gather your friends and discover The Nikkei Share Table!

Created in the spirit of Nikkei hospitality, this is a dining experience made for connecting and sharing . Perfect for celebrations, family gatherings or a dinner with friends.

Experience fresh sashimi, chef's selection nigiri, tuna tostadas and vibrant ceviche before moving through a selection of our favourites, including ginger miso chicken, crispy pork belly ssam and seasonal sides.

$65 per person, minimum 4 guests. Available on Saturday and Sunday during dinner from 22 August – 11 October. Book now with the link in bio.

19/08/2026

Lunch, handled. Great taste, great value! The Ramen Set, part of the $35 Lunch Menu 🍜

Festival lunch menu available Wednesday - Friday from 12pm - 4pm.

🔗 Book now, see link in bio

18/08/2026

An Abuzu classic 🤤 Curry Don Lunch Menu for $35

Festival lunch menu available Thursday - Friday from 12pm - 4pm.

🔗 Book now, link in bio

17/08/2026

You're not making this at home for $55 🍽️ Leave dinner to us.

Experience a multi-course set menu featuring some of our Azabu classics and new dishes, alongside our special drink deals.

Festival Dinner menu available Monday - Thursday and Sundays from 5pm.

Book Now. Link in bio

14/08/2026

Were you at the Asahi Super Dry NZ Seek Silence event? 🍺
You’ve got until Sunday 23 August to bring your bottle opener into Azabu Ponsonby and show us your unique code to redeem an Asahi Super Dry + Azabu canapé.
One opener. One code. One very good reason to come back.
*T&Cs apply

01/05/2026

Kick off Viva Espolòn at Azabu with our gyoza skin tacos. Both served with a sharp Espolòn Tequila Yuzu Margarita shot on the side. Choose from spicy miso salmon or wagyu tartare. Clean, punchy, and built to hit all at once. Here for May only.

Address

26 Ponsonby Road
Ponsonby
1011

Opening Hours

Tuesday	5pm - 11pm
Wednesday	12pm - 12pm
Thursday	12pm - 12pm
Friday	12pm - 12pm
Saturday	12pm - 12pm

Website

http://www.azabuponsonby.co.nz/

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