Looking to catch up with friends or loved ones over lunch? August is the perfect time to make it happen!
Restaurant Month is packed with incredible offers — whether you're after a quick bite or a leisurely three-course meal, there's something to suit every schedule and craving. Don't try this at home, try it at Restaurant Month.
Check out our top picks below for some of the best lunch deals this month.
$30 Menus
Ghost Donkey | Lunch or dinner + frozen margarita
Midday margs? Ghost Donkey has you sorted with their tasty $30 menu! Book in for lunch and enjoy a frozen margarita, your choice of crispy corn chips or Chicharrons, a scrumptious Mexican bowl and a delicious serving of churros with chocolate sauce for a cheeky little sweet treat! See all details here.
Mad Samurai | Two course lunch
Make your lunch break count at Mad Samurai. Begin with a beautifully arranged plate of edamame, sashimi, and tataki, then enjoy the satisfying crunch of chicken karaage, tempura, and wagyu beef croquettes. A well-balanced mix of flavour and texture — perfect for a midday treat. See all details here.
Mamak Malaysian | Two course lunch or dinner
Craving a flavour-packed lunch? Mamak’s $30 Restaurant Month menu is one you won’t want to miss. Dig into their hearty Nasi Goreng — Malaysian-style fried rice with prawns, egg, and a crispy cracker. Then, tuck into Mee Goreng, fried noodles tossed in Mamak’s special sauce. Want more? Add a curry puff on the side for just $8! See all details here.
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$45 Menus
Daikoku | Three Course Lunch
Treat yourself to a delicious lunch at Daikoku! Your entrée includes a trio of delights — miso soup, Daikoku salad, and Yum Yum prawn & scallops served with teppan vegetables. For your main, choose from teriyaki chicken, scotch fillet steak, or salmon fillet, all accompanied by steamed rice. Finish on a sweet note with a decadent mochi ice cream. See all details here.
Lowbrow | Loaded set menu for two
Two burgers, shoestring fries, and signature hot wings — all for just $45! Choose from standout burger options like the OG Chicken Sando, Big Buffalo Beef, or O-Fush Fish. Their famous hot wings come with ranch sauce and white bread to soak up all the juicy goodness while keeping that crispy bite. Want to elevate your meal? Add a perfectly paired wine or cocktail for just $20 a glass. See all details here.
The Good George Brewery | Main + Dessert
Lunch by the water? Yes please! Head to Wynyard Quarter and enjoy a delicious two-course lunch for just $45, served with stunning waterfront views. Choose from pan-fried market fish, pork loin, or pumpkin and ricotta for your main. Then treat yourself to dessert — pick from Lemon Meringue Tart, Drunken Date Pudding, or the indulgent S’More Please. Feeling fancy? Add a glass of Brilla Prosecco for just $18. See all details here.
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$55+ Menus
Cooke's | Two course lunch + glass of wine
Elevate your lunch break with a touch of elegance — where fine food, premium wine, and sophisticated ambience come together. Begin with a refreshing Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho or a classic New Zealand Prawn Cocktail. For mains, choose from the tender Waitoa Chicken Leg, roasted Koanga Butternut, or a perfectly grilled Scotch Fillet. Complete your experience with a glass of Elephant Hill Reserve Merlot Cabernet — the perfect pairing to savour the moment. See all details here.
Gilt | Entrée + Main
Inner-city brasserie Gilt brings vibrant European flavours to the heart of the city. Kick things off with irresistible entrées like wagyu beef tongue or crispy broccolini. Then, savour mains such as delicate cod quenelle in velvety sauce Nantua or comforting coq au vin with buttered cabbage and thyme. Pair your meal with a glass or carafe of expertly selected wine — or opt for a full wine match to complete the experience. See all details here.
Le Chef | Two or Three Course Lunch
Unwind over a refined lunch at Le Chef, where classic French charm meets contemporary flair. Choose between two or three courses, with menu highlights like salt & pepper squid, pork belly bites, beef scotch, pan-fried market fish, chimichurri cauliflower, steak, crispy pork belly, and a classic crème brûlée. Enhance your evening with a perfectly paired wine for $17 a glass or treat yourself to a cheeky cocktail for just $18. See all details here.
