Top $45 menus this Restaurant Month

Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure this August, where epic $45 menus will take your taste buds on a thrilling ride. 

This level of dining is best left to the experts - so don't try this at home, try it at Restaurant Month! Whether you're craving Mexican delicacies, Pacific delights, or comforting Italian dishes, there's a menu to satisfy every craving. Feast your eyes on our picks below and discover the full range of $45 offers available during this gastronomic extravaganza by clicking here. 

Bonz Cajun Kitchen | $45 for a two course dinner

Bonz Cajun is serving up bold Southern flavours this Restaurant Month—and the menu is nothing short of divine. Kick things off with chicken breast and waffles paired with coleslaw, maple syrup, and BBQ ranch. Then get ready for the main event: BBQ Baby Back Ribs served with orange kumara wedges and coleslaw. These pork ribs are hand-rubbed with a signature Kentucky spice blend, slow-smoked for hours, then finished on the grill and glazed with rich bourbon BBQ sauce. See the full menu and Ts&Cs here.

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Metita | $45 for a two course dinner

Treat your taste buds to the vibrant flavours of the Pacific. Enjoy mains like steamed snapper with cucumber, corn, and fragrant makrut lime, or slow-braised lamb shanks in spiced coconut gravy with ulu and sesame. For dessert, delight in Pasifik koko—chocolate infused with turmeric and tipolo—or cool off with passionfruit niu sorbet and creamy coconut yogurt.  See the full menu and Ts&Cs here. 

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Burger Burger | $45 for a three course lunch or dinner + Prosecco 

Sometimes all you need is a good ol' burger to hit the spot. Start your meal with a choice of charred broccoli or BB potato skins, then dive into a fresh salad or a burger made just the way you like it - beef, chicken, fish or vegetarian. Sip on a glass of Brilla DOC Prosecco and for dessert, enjoy delightful mini doughnuts coated in cinnamon sugar, served with salted caramel sauce and whipped cream. See the full menu and Ts&Cs here.

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Somm Wine Bar & Bistro | $45 for a two course lunch or dinner

This August, immerse yourself in a chic, cellar-door-inspired dining experience at Somm. Indulge in standout dishes like market fish kokoda, fried chicken, risotto carbonara, and grass-fed sirloin. Enhance your evening with a curated wine flight — four 75ml pours for just $32 — perfect for tasting and comparing. See the full menu and Ts&Cs here. 

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Hazy Tiger | $45 for a three course dinner + cocktail

Auckland’s premier Korean restaurant and bar, Hazy Tiger is serving a mouthwatering menu this Restaurant Month for just $45! Enjoy standout dishes like deep fried corn with Keyonaise sauce, juicy bulgogi tacos, chewy rice cake with 'oil tteokbokki' sauce and a vibrant bibimbap bowl. And just when you think it can't get any better, sip on their house made cocktail crafted with Stil vodka. Prefer something alcohol-free? The mocktail version of it is just as delicious. See the full menu and Ts&Cs here. 

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Mozzarella & Co. | $45 for a two course lunch or dinner 

Step into Mozzarella & Co this Restaurant Month and be transported to the heart of Italy.
Begin your culinary journey with a rich Venison Ossobuco, served with creamy polenta, zesty gremolata, and tender confit leek. Then, indulge your sweet tooth with a delicate Floating Island, topped with Kahlua and hazelnut crumbs. See the full menu and Ts&Cs here.

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Frida Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar | $45 for a two course lunch or dinner + Sangria

Craving bold, authentic Mexican flavours? This special lunch or dinner menu brings the fiesta to your plate with three delicious dishes. Choose between chipotle pork ribs or crispy vegetarian Tlayuda, a large Mexican tortilla - all paired with a refreshing glass of sangria. Next up, indulge in crunchy fried tortilla dusted in cinnamon sugar, served with warm, tequila-infused chocolate. See the full menu and Ts&Cs here.

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Origine | $45 for a three course lunch or dinner

Origine blends timeless French elegance with fresh NZ flavours for a dining experience that dazzles. Begin with a silky organic duck liver parfait, perfectly matched with sweet Kumeu figs, mānuka honey, and crunchy hazelnuts. Then, enjoy the succulent Lumina Farms lamb shoulder, served with vibrant Ahi Garden carrots, mint, puffed grains, black garlic, and rosemary butter. Top it all off with Origine’s raspberry & white chocolate eclair. See the full menu and Ts&Cs here. 

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Mad Samurai | $45 Two Course Dinner

Discover the art of Japanese dining with Mad Samurai’s delicious two-course menu for just $45. Begin with an assorted plate featuring edamame, crispy tempura, tender beef tataki, and fresh sashimi. Then, savour the slow-cooked Wagyu Beef Shin, gently simmered in a rich red wine and Hatcho miso sauce—deeply savoury, comforting, and full of depth. To elevate your dining experience, add a perfectly paired glass of wine for just $16. See the full menu and Ts&Cs here. 

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See the full list of $45 offers here. Be sure to click through to the individual business listings on our website for full menu details and menu terms and conditions.