03/07/2026
On Tuesday night, DAMASCUS - Hasan, Flora, Tami & Rafi 🫶🏼 has been recognised as Michelin Selected by the MICHELIN Guide (official) inaugural ceremony at Auckland.
We are speechless and very humble to receive this accolade.
This one goes to our team, past and present, for their passion, commitment and hard work!
Special thanks to our Head Chef Glynn Spriggs for creating amazing dishes over the last few years, and putting his soul and heart into the business.
Thank you so much to our Chef Max Jardin for showing the same love and commitment towards Damascus and his peers.
Thank you to all of our back of house and front of house team for doing an amazing job!
Thank you so much to all of our suppliers, for supplying the best produce and wines!
Massive thanks to all of our loyal guests for supporting us all these years, rain or shine, we know we wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for you!
Special thanks to Fraser Harbourside Market🙌🏻 for believing in us back in the days when we started the business as a food stall, and giving us a permanent spot every Sunday morning.
Special thanks to our friends from Vogelmorn Community Group and the community, where Damascus was born as a restaurant. We cherish so many good memories and friendships. 🫶🏼
And thank you so much to our families and friends back home in Alswaida and Buenos Aires, and all of our friends that we have met along the way. We definitely wouldn’t be able to be here without your support and unconditional love.
When we built Damascus nearly 10 years ago, our mission was simple: feed people and show love through our food. Awards were never the goal. But receiving this accolade? It’s a beautiful reminder that every late night, every hustle, and every ounce of effort has been entirely worth it. Thank you for being part of our journey🫶🏼
