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.
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Law at Hart and Associates
a week agoIt is July (mid winter in NZ). One operational (gas) heater for the entire downstairs (indoor) area. We were told that the heater would shortly be removed from where we were sitting and shifted to the 'dining' area (we were in the 'bar' area but spent the same as we would in the 'restaurant' area - over $220 for two. The staff member we spoke to about the issue said she had been telling the owner about the heating issue for five years. I will not go back to this freezing cold place. I have been home for over an hour and I am only just just thawing out sufficiently to use my digits to express my review of this frigid venue.
Wilson Tan
a week agoCrispy eggplant was super crispy only personally felt the sauce too strong , on the other hand wok fried lamb was good when put in my mouth full of “wok hei” , only over flavor
Michelle Cushnie
3 weeks agoGreat food, the Ello sailor cocktail is amazing. My favorite place to eat near the city. The pad thai is delish!!
K AA
3 weeks agoFood is quite nice but very strong flavours. The chicken was very nice. Staff were pretty good at first but once served it was hard to attract their attention. But what was really bad was the temperature. It was like a fridge. Couldn’t wait to leave and go somewhere warm!
Vicki Perry
a month agoSo lovely. Great for a relaxed Saturday lunch. Beautiful food and service. Highly recommend.