XOONG, one of the newer additions to Auckland’s thriving restaurant hub of Mt Eden Village, not far from Dominion Road, Xoong offers diners some of the best Asian fusion food in Auckland in a series of captivating dining rooms.
Drawing from North East Asian influences, one is immersed into the bold and textural design of the 150 seat restaurant. Over two stories diners will find intimate spaces and secluded dining areas juxtaposed by minimalist Japanese and intricate Chinese designs. Opposite the cocktail bar a canopy of dramatic red lanterns leads you past the open kitchen and chef tables to the courtyard, offering guests a delightful journey of discovery.
China and Japan make strange bedfellows as their tumultuous history would tell us and this dramatic past is the inspiration for the restaurant. Xoong beautifully marries this theme with the ever-popular aromas of a Vietnamese kitchen simultaneously tying the styles together and creating a menu of big flavours that is unmistakably unique.
Signature dishes such as the grilled miso eggplant and crunchy prawn bao are favourites among patrons, showcasing Xoong’s ability to blend contrasting elements into a cohesive culinary adventure. These highlights capture the restaurant’s essence of innovation and refined Asian fusion cuisine.
Expect gochujang lamb racks from the wood fired oven, stunning sashimi dishes, and plenty of fresh aromatics from the wok.
Food was amazing, love the Asian fusion menu, the cocktails hit the spot, just like desert. And the venue is funky as. Love it and will definitely eat there again.
I had the Goyza as I'm veggie which were nice. Also had the cabbage which was hard to cut, probably needed more cooking. The sauce that came with it was nice. Everyone seemed to like their food.A friend had the Shaking Beef and really liked it.
Second visit. Delicious food. Fresh produce and fantastic combinations. Probably the best Duck in Auckland, served by quarter, half or whole. Can't go past the prawn dumplings, beef dumplings, shaking beef, blistered green beans, pork belly and popping prawns. Family loved the lamb too. Essentially it's all terrific. Hidden gem. Highly recommend. The service is top notch and prompt. Team well versed on menu and recommendations. Clearing plates between courses, clean bathrooms and clean restaurant.
Awesome food, awesome people. Been too tok tok and they recommended this as another in there restaurants. All are wonderful Back again 6 stars :-)
Food is exceptional, service always top notch. Highly recommend.
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