Think seasonal bites served yum cha style followed by shared dishes like grilled fennel, tomatoes, whipped goat curd and pearl barley or tuatuas with chorizo XO style sauce and fried vermicelli.

Culprit is a hidden gem located in a large, loft-like space on Wyndham Street. It’s a hive of activity, with plate-laden trolleys wheeled around the tables offering a yum cha-style selection of seasonal treats such as sweetcorn brûlée with succotash and blue corn chips for diners to sample while their mains are prepared. Chef-owners Kyle Street and Jordan Macdonald, both ex- Depot restaurant review: Metro Top 50 2018" data-mce-href="https://www.noted.co.nz/dining/top-50-restaurants/depot-auckland-al-brown-restaurant-review-metro-top-50-2018/">Depot, give some love to less-popular, often-wasted cuts, species and vegetables in these dishes, and the mains, ordered à la carte, are as inventive and appetising as the trolley offerings. It’s all backed up by an excellent drinks list, featuring cocktails and a selection of natural wine and craft beer. Keep an eye out for their Queen St venture, Lowbrow.

If you are looking for nostalgic New Zealand cuisine, then Culprit has you covered. Bringing their own edge to the kiwi classics, Culprit chooses to celebrate the seasons with their ‘chef’s choice’ seasonal menu which features dishes such as fresh local oysters with plum granita and lime oil, or Wapiti venison tataki. For an extra decadent experience, choose to take part in a beverage pairing that features international wines that will complement the culinary artistry of each dish.

Kyle Street and Jordan MacDonald work closely with their suppliers seeking out the tastiest – and not always prettiest – produce. This approach, along with a low-waste style of cooking, sees them coming up with resourceful vegetable dishes where flavour reigns supreme. Their Taste of Culprit vegetarian menu (available on request) swaps out the meat for seasonal vegetables and changes often, according to what the chefs are working with.

When we want to be sure our dessert will be just the right amount of comforting and clever, we make a beeline for Wyndham Street eatery Culprit. This crème caramel harnesses the flavours of toasted brioche for a doubly caramelised, toasty hit. Paired with the sweet, slightly tart roasted quince and a quenelle of cream, it is the epitome of an unforgettable pud that will leave your soul and belly warm.

Culprit brings a creative, modern twist to tapas, focusing on locally sourced ingredients and unique flavor combinations. Their “yum cha” style of service means that dishes are presented on carts, letting you pick and choose as you go, making for a fun and interactive experience. For seafood lovers, the kingfish sashimi is a highlight—delicately prepared and bursting with fresh flavors.

Culprit serves nostalgic New Zealand cuisine with a modern global edge. They offer chefs choice menus that hero local suppliers. One of their most iconic dishes are their burnt brussels sprouts, fried until crisp and slightly bitter, tossed in a malt vinegar dressing and coated in home made Kiwi onion ranch, in homage to salt and vinegar chips.

Owners who claim their businesses can update their profile details, add photos, respond to reviews, and more. Level 1/12 Wyndham Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand. Widely recommended for its attentive waiters, elegant atmosphere, and magnificent food prepared by excellent chefs.

Culprit at Home returns with marvelous meal kits featuring kumara crisps, yellowtail kingfish, pork cheek or lamb shoulder and burnt strawberry creme caramel. Dinners available for Thursday September 30, Friday October 1 and Saturday October 2. Order online two days in advance for delivery.

We fell hard for Culprit when they introduced their new-wave Trolley Derby and we've been madly in love ever since. With an ever-changing seasonal menu, gluten-free diners need only notify the team and they'll whip up something inclusive and no less magical.

Culprit is a casual eatery that's known for its creative and unique menu. The restaurant's menu features small plates that are meant to be shared. The dishes are creative and unique, and the atmosphere is fun and lively.

Crack into Culprit's rich dome shaped chocolate dessert to reveal a refreshing matcha cake. Drizzled with a warm miso and caramel sauce this delicate treat is the perfect way to end a casual night of dining at Culprit.

Tucked away up a narrow central Auckland staircase lies Culprit, a trendy and sophisticated inner city hideout serving nostalgic New Zealand cuisine with a modern global edge.

Proudly independently owned and operated by chef restauranteurs Jordan MacDonald & Kyle Street. We like to think of Culprit as a haven for secondary cuts & the unloved.