The Engine Room

Housed in a beautifully restored former post office in Northcote Point, The Engine Room has been one of Auckland's most beloved neighbourhood restaurants since 2006. Owners Natalia Schamroth and Carl Koppenhagen have created a welcoming bistro where warm hospitality, timeless European cooking and impeccable technique come together in perfect harmony. The menu celebrates quality local produce with understated confidence, proving that classic dishes, when executed exceptionally well, never go out of style. No visit is complete without the legendary twice-baked goat's cheese soufflé, a long-standing signature that's every bit as comforting and delicious as its reputation suggests. Follow it with the perfectly cooked steak frites with grass-fed Hereford scotch fillet and maître d'hôtel butter before finishing with the pear, persimmon and hazelnut crumble or Natalia's irresistible handmade Valrhona truffles. Pair your meal with a glass from the excellent wine list, a classic cocktail or the playful pineapple fruju and settle in for a dining experience that continues to stand the test of time.