Papakura has quietly become one of South Auckland’s most interesting places to eat. Just 30 minutes from the CBD, the town centre around Great South Road and Broadway is full of family-run eateries.
Why Papakura?
Its mix of communities means you can find Pacific, Asian, Indian and classic Kiwi food within a few blocks, usually with easy parking and friendly prices.
Things to do before dinner
– Walk the Papakura Stream and Bruce Pulman Park.
– Visit the Papakura Art Gallery.
– Take the kids to the Papakura Museum.
– Head south to the Hunua Ranges for a morning bush walk.
Indian food on Broadway
For a sit-down dinner, Indian Zaika Restaurant & Bar at 46 Broadway is a local favourite, named Best Indian in the Southern Auckland Zone at the Menulog Restaurant Awards (Winter 2018). Expect tandoori, curries, biryani, Indo-Chinese and Nepali momos. Read more about the restaurant at https://indianzaika.co.nz/about
Getting there
Papakura train station is on the Southern Line, a short walk from Broadway, and the motorway exit is minutes away.
Plan a food day south of the city and finish with dinner at https://indianzaika.co.nz/
