Seasonal, plump oysters from the deep south, highly anticipated every year in Auckland.
4 top-rated spots found
Oyster & Chop
Freshly Shucked Bluff Oysters
Seafood / Steakhouse
ยท $$$
ยท Viaduct Harbour
โ โ โ โ ยฝ 4.4
1,650 reviews
ClassicInstagrammableLocal Legend
9.6
Flavor
7.2
Value
9.1
Vibe
Widely considered the city's premier oyster specialist, they maintain a dedicated oyster bar with up to 10 varieties. Their handling of Bluffies is surgical, ensuring zero grit and maximum liquor retention.
๐ Market Place, Viaduct Harbour, Auckland 1010, New Zealand ยท View on Maps
The Shucker Brothers
Bluff Oysters with Grapefruit & Prosecco Granita
Oyster Bar
ยท $$
ยท Downtown / Quay St
โ โ โ โ โ 4.3
720 reviews
Hidden GemLocal LegendClassic
9.7
Flavor
8.4
Value
8.7
Vibe
Located in the historic Ferry Building, this spot offers a more intimate, 'shucked-to-order' experience. Reviewers consistently praise the briny freshness and the skill of the shuckers who treat each shell with reverence.
๐ Ferry Building, 99 Quay St, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand ยท View on Maps
Soul Bar & Bistro
Natural Bluff Oysters with Mignonette
European / Seafood
ยท $$$$
ยท Viaduct Harbour
โ โ โ โ ยฝ 4.5
2,300 reviews
InstagrammableClassicLocal Legend
9.5
Flavor
6.8
Value
9.8
Vibe
Soul is the 'place to be seen' during Bluff season. While expensive, the quality control is elite, and the atmosphere on the sun-drenched terrace is the gold standard for Auckland waterfront dining.
๐ 16-18 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand ยท View on Maps
Bivacco
Bluff Oysters with Italian Vinaigrette
Italian / Seafood
ยท $$$
ยท Viaduct Harbour
โ โ โ โ ยฝ 4.4
850 reviews
InstagrammableModernLocal Legend
9.3
Flavor
8.1
Value
9.4
Vibe
Bivacco has quickly become a favorite for offering some of the most competitive pricing on Bluffies in the Viaduct area without sacrificing the high-end Mediterranean vibe.
๐ 115 Customs Street West, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand ยท View on Maps