Overview

Located in the heart of Auckland Central, Indian Bites offers a genuine taste of Indian cuisine that stands out for its authenticity and warmth. Nestled on Queen Street, this cozy spot serves up classic Indian dishes with a focus on rich flavors and fresh ingredients. The menu features an inviting selection of biryanis, from fragrant vegetarian to tender lamb and fish varieties, alongside traditional mains like butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, and saagwala. Each dish echoes the depth and complexity one expects from home-cooked Indian food, appealing especially to those seeking hearty, satisfying meals.

The experience at Indian Bites extends beyond food. The owner-chef's approachable and friendly demeanor creates a welcoming atmosphere where personalized service shines. From accommodating allergy needs to adjusting spice levels, the attention to customer preferences ensures every guest feels valued. The restaurant’s modest dining space suggests takeaways as an ideal option, though the intimate setting allows a quiet, authentic culinary encounter. While waits can vary due to the kitchen being a one-person operation, the quality of the food makes every minute worthwhile.

Indian Bites is particularly appealing to the student and working crowd in Auckland’s CBD looking for flavor-packed meals that are both affordable and nourishing. Their famous Punjabi-style chai offers a comforting addition at a modest price, rounding out the experience for those who appreciate traditional Indian tea culture. Whether you’re a local craving familiar tastes or a visitor eager to explore Indian flavors, Indian Bites delivers satisfying, home-style cooking with heartfelt hospitality.


Amenities & Services

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Quick bite
Small plates
Atmosphere
Casual

What Customers Say

Hendrik Ächtner
Dec 11,2025
5/5
If you want to try authentic and delicious Indian food "Indian Bites" is the place to go. The meals are freshly cooked, hot, spicy and full of tastes and flavours. Bonus: The chef is one of the friendliest und chattiest persons and always down for a good talk. Go there and try, you won't regret.
sophie gendreau
Dec 11,2025
5/5
Great little place to have delicious and flavourful Indian food. Service was also amazing. The guy catered for my son’s allergies to cashews and dairy perfectly. Will be back for sure.
Jatinder Singh
Dec 11,2025
5/5
I highly recommend this restaurant for students it’s economical and healthy. You can find Indian/punjabi tea taste over here. Highly recommend to have a tea just for $2 regular and $3 for big one. As we all know, finding tasty and healthy food not easy in Auckland CBD. I been to different fancy restaurants but couldn’t find any satisfying food and many restaurants are quite expensive. From one year im paying $10 just for coffee and around $15-20 for food. Then I found this punjabi restaurant after been fed up from processed food and expensive coffee. Their food is fresh and very economical. $2 for tea and $7 special lunch for students. In just $10 you can fullfill your tummy. So don’t hesitate to visit.
Mary Danielson
Dec 11,2025
5/5
We absolutely loved everything that we ordered. After coming across this spot on google, we decided to give it a shot. When we showed up, we saw that the naan was being made fresh. We ordered the chana masala, lamb korma, garlic naan, and butter roti. Everything was amazing. It tasted like eating a home-cooked meal (but way better than I could make). We couldn't decide which dish we liked more but both were great. We are just visiting the area on holiday but would absolutely come back again!!
Corena Dias
Dec 11,2025
5/5
Great little hole in the wall restaurant. The food was amazing and portion size was great. The owner catered it to my spice level and was very friendly. I was visiting from Toronto and he was nice enough to a conversation. There isn’t a lot of space to sit, so best to just take away. He seems to be the only one working the kitchen, so expect 15-30min wait times, but it’s worth it in the end.
Cary Coons
Dec 11,2025
5/5
Wonderful meal, generous portions, delicious food. The chai, dhal, and fresh made naan were especially nice. I would highly recommend and will be going back!

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Location

Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 AM - 01:30 AM
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 01:30 AM
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 01:30 AM
Thursday 10:00 AM - 01:30 AM
Friday 10:00 AM - 01:30 AM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 01:30 AM
Sunday Closed
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