Polynesian Taste — Restaurant in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu

After moving from Samoa, I was extremely homesick. While New Zealand has many Polynesian restaurants that offer good food, it’s rare to find one that feels truly authentic. Polynesian Taste is a pleasant surprise, it lives up to its name.

The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with a genuine sense of Polynesian culture woven throughout. The service is friendly and welcoming, making the experience feel personal and heartfelt. Everything about the restaurant, from the ambience to the way the food is prepared and served, gives the sense that care and tradition are valued.

For anyone longing for a taste of home or wanting an authentic Polynesian experience, Polynesian Taste is a place worth visiting.

If I had anything to complain about, it would be that the food was too delicous I spent past my...

Visited today and it was so delicious. We had the lamb flaps, which were roasted to tender, falling-off-the-bone perfection, the snapper on the bone, and beef tripe in a delicious jade-green curry-ish sauce that tastes a lot like southeast asian lontong. Also had the pineapple cake which was like a pudding. The lady who served us was delightful and the atmosphere was reminiscent of an old-school coffee shop. Completely enjoyed the meal and highly recommend if tender tripe and flaps are your diet kryptonite. Will be back the next time we visit Auckland.

Do note that this old-school stall stays true to its down-to-earth roots: Cash or EFTPOS only, no...

Yummiest lamb lu i had it was nice and hot freshly cooked, taro delicious, otai great besides the mandarin off taste. Rawfish was good but tasted like dish liquid maybe containers reused and washed in dish liquid as well as the plate had similar taste. Bbq plate expensive for only 5 items plus only option for chopsuey was a bowl for $10 otherwise good experience dining here but not enough hype to return. $82 for what’s pictured + spent $20...