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Address: 270 Oteha Valley Road, Albany, Auckland 0632, New Zealand
Phone: +64 9 414 2121
Website: http://www.daikoku.co.nz/
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Reviews
yinan cai
Absolutely love this Japanese grocery and cosmetic shop! The store is clean, well-organized, and stocked with a fantastic variety of authentic Japanese snacks, ingredients, skincare, and beauty products. The cosmetics selection is especially impressive—lots of popular brands and hard-to-find items. Staff are friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, and they always make shopping here a pleasant experience. Prices are reasonable and the quality is excellent. Highly recommended for anyone who loves Japanese food, skincare, or culture!
… moreAli “Jeff” Jafari
Hi guys,
Very impressed with the food… I tried fish, steak and chicken as well as scallops and they were all GREAT. The theatricals of our chef was not over the top and the flavour was spot-on. The restaurant atmosphere was great, the staff were very polite and friendly and the prices were ok for the experience you are getting. I Highly recommend it, check out the pics and videos.
… moreVery impressed with the food… I tried fish, steak and chicken as well as scallops and they were all GREAT. The theatricals of our chef was not over the top and the flavour was spot-on. The restaurant atmosphere was great, the staff were very polite and friendly and the prices were ok for the experience you are getting. I Highly recommend it, check out the pics and videos.
Wu Yingying
To be honest, we came for the show, not the food — but unfortunately, it was a total letdown. The chef at our table did the absolute minimum, and the overall vibe was flat and disappointing. My kids were really looking forward to it, but they left feeling let down. The food was just average, and my steak, which I asked to be medium rare, came out medium-well. Definitely not worth the ridiculous price for such minimal effort and service. We won’t be coming back.
… moreGiulio Nordio
Daikoku Albany, even with its largely expensive menu, provides a favourable quantity of food for any given meal – making it easy to over order in price and in amount. Even with this, the quality being put out by highly specialised chefs is phenomenal and definitely superb as a different taste of Japanese food in Auckland. Since everything is served in front of you, they provide quite a spectacle in the making with large maintained fires that char perfectly your order. Therefore cuisine provided by this establishment are worth a second or multiple visits to try its different culinary offerings that are equally satiating.
That is, however not to say this restaurant went perfectly for us. We found service for water very slow even if we were the only customers at the time, as we constantly needed to be topped up due to how the food is made which makes a desire for water perpetual. Additionally, we found the sides such as sashimi and edamame underwhelming comparing to the quality being served everywhere else. That is not to say that the rest wasn’t fantastic because it was, if not too much food for us.
As a whole however a fantastic restaurant to try, which works best with large groups in which you can fill up a whole table for yourself. Booking is recommended.
… moreThat is, however not to say this restaurant went perfectly for us. We found service for water very slow even if we were the only customers at the time, as we constantly needed to be topped up due to how the food is made which makes a desire for water perpetual. Additionally, we found the sides such as sashimi and edamame underwhelming comparing to the quality being served everywhere else. That is not to say that the rest wasn’t fantastic because it was, if not too much food for us.
As a whole however a fantastic restaurant to try, which works best with large groups in which you can fill up a whole table for yourself. Booking is recommended.
Anna-Maria
Wheelchair parks NOT avail. but it is a HUGE car park, so not an issue to find a space, even on a very busy night. However it’s an issue (& was for me) if you need a spot very close to the restaurants, we had to park a good 10min walk away & for myself, who suffers from multiple chronic illnesses, including severe fatigue, my husband had to drop me at the door before finding a park & then come back to pick me up once we’d finished dinner.
Wheelchairs have access along the footpath & into the restaurant, however, the hallway down from the very small waiting area to the tables inside is quite narrow, with a large table taking up the entire waiting area, purely designed to sit & drink at. Our party chose to stand as I was the only one that HAD to sit due to my fatigue, so all 7 of us took up all of the waiting area by the cashier, this would be an issue waiting for your table, then having to get down to the seating area, and get around once seating especially and/or if you needed going to the bathroom as the tables are very close together
It’s quite a spacious restaurant, meaning a lot of tables not area, as they have an indoor and outdoor seating area.
No smoking at all of course, that’s to be expected, but also no vaping in the outdoor area which I find odd since new vapes give off barely any steam at all.
I’ve had better experiences in terms of more flair from the chef, but of course the chef was very polite/friendly, may not have spoken much English as no matter what you said or asked he just smiled and nodded… Of course as part the Yeppan, he did the flaming onion which I don’t get as part of the onion always gets burnt and mostly not cooked, however, this chef cut the onion and cooked it properly. There was of course throwing food to diners to catch in their mouths (or not haha) only 2 people at our table and only 1 from our party of 7 (I actually hate this, so of course declined as I always do, as I prefer to eat my food not have it thrown at my face, though it was entertainment seeing egg on my Bro in laws face hehe)
Otherwise food was extremely well cooked and the meat was juicy, even the chicken which at some Teppan places can be quite dry, my Chicken was moist which was a pleasant surprise.
Hubby got the steak and chicken set which he said was really well cooked. Everyone else said food was good. Not great but good. Special fried rice tasted like all the “special fried rice” at other Teppan places .
I got the chicken and Prawn set.. For the price I was mildy surprised that you get 2 as part of the “set” however for the $20 extra I paid, I got 6 prawns, so $5 each, not sure I would get again even though they’re pretty juicy and nicely cooked. Just enough yum yum sauce but since we have that at home we don’t find it as “special” as it’s a common sauce we use a lot.
Though we booked a table for 8, they managed to squeeze 2 more onto our table!! Thankfully for them as I was about to make a HUGE complaint, our party ended up being 7, but it was definitely an 8 seater table!! Yet they squeezed 9 in??! The 2 woman told us how they desperately wanted to eat Teppan there that night, BUT, knowing Our table was for a 60th birthday with best friends it was quite rude to Pack another 2 people in with us and the table was squished & we’re not large people either, more on the small side. Thankfully the other 2 were lovely & didn’t expect to join in on conversations or as part of our party (I booked for our best friends & my sister + Bro inlaw) I found it interesting & a little odd that the 2 woman said they accepted their booking, BEFORE I even told them that one of our best friends couldn’t make it as he only told us last minute. So would they have packed us onto an 8 seater with 10 people?!
Out of all the Teppan places in this area.. I would definitely NOT recommend this place, purely due to how quite rude the staff were not just compared to other places but also as they knew it was a significant birthday.
Quite disappointed, only upside is they didng charge extra for cake I brought with us.
… moreWheelchairs have access along the footpath & into the restaurant, however, the hallway down from the very small waiting area to the tables inside is quite narrow, with a large table taking up the entire waiting area, purely designed to sit & drink at. Our party chose to stand as I was the only one that HAD to sit due to my fatigue, so all 7 of us took up all of the waiting area by the cashier, this would be an issue waiting for your table, then having to get down to the seating area, and get around once seating especially and/or if you needed going to the bathroom as the tables are very close together
It’s quite a spacious restaurant, meaning a lot of tables not area, as they have an indoor and outdoor seating area.
No smoking at all of course, that’s to be expected, but also no vaping in the outdoor area which I find odd since new vapes give off barely any steam at all.
I’ve had better experiences in terms of more flair from the chef, but of course the chef was very polite/friendly, may not have spoken much English as no matter what you said or asked he just smiled and nodded… Of course as part the Yeppan, he did the flaming onion which I don’t get as part of the onion always gets burnt and mostly not cooked, however, this chef cut the onion and cooked it properly. There was of course throwing food to diners to catch in their mouths (or not haha) only 2 people at our table and only 1 from our party of 7 (I actually hate this, so of course declined as I always do, as I prefer to eat my food not have it thrown at my face, though it was entertainment seeing egg on my Bro in laws face hehe)
Otherwise food was extremely well cooked and the meat was juicy, even the chicken which at some Teppan places can be quite dry, my Chicken was moist which was a pleasant surprise.
Hubby got the steak and chicken set which he said was really well cooked. Everyone else said food was good. Not great but good. Special fried rice tasted like all the “special fried rice” at other Teppan places .
I got the chicken and Prawn set.. For the price I was mildy surprised that you get 2 as part of the “set” however for the $20 extra I paid, I got 6 prawns, so $5 each, not sure I would get again even though they’re pretty juicy and nicely cooked. Just enough yum yum sauce but since we have that at home we don’t find it as “special” as it’s a common sauce we use a lot.
Though we booked a table for 8, they managed to squeeze 2 more onto our table!! Thankfully for them as I was about to make a HUGE complaint, our party ended up being 7, but it was definitely an 8 seater table!! Yet they squeezed 9 in??! The 2 woman told us how they desperately wanted to eat Teppan there that night, BUT, knowing Our table was for a 60th birthday with best friends it was quite rude to Pack another 2 people in with us and the table was squished & we’re not large people either, more on the small side. Thankfully the other 2 were lovely & didn’t expect to join in on conversations or as part of our party (I booked for our best friends & my sister + Bro inlaw) I found it interesting & a little odd that the 2 woman said they accepted their booking, BEFORE I even told them that one of our best friends couldn’t make it as he only told us last minute. So would they have packed us onto an 8 seater with 10 people?!
Out of all the Teppan places in this area.. I would definitely NOT recommend this place, purely due to how quite rude the staff were not just compared to other places but also as they knew it was a significant birthday.
Quite disappointed, only upside is they didng charge extra for cake I brought with us.
Trish Brierly
First experience and it was amazing, we were able to be sat straight away and the chef was entertaining. Love the monthly special option which we chose and enjoyed being able to add to it. Looking forward to coming back for my next holiday!
… moreNapkin Notes
We came here for lunch. Booking was easy via their website. The floor was greasy from all the open plan cooking and posed a slip hazard. The staff were all so polite and friendly. We enjoyed our two lunch sets and the different courses. Thank you
… moreD F
I would’ve given it a 0 star but the service we received from the waiters was fairly good. Our chef was boring the tables by us were having fun and laughs while ours were bored. We spent over $500 at this place. Disappointing!! And then the food, yeah don’t come here if you’re hungry.
… moreAlfred Liu
Foods good and it’s a fun experience watching the chef cook in front of you. However the tables are very close to one another and you’re sat so closely to others so it might be a bit uncomfortable
… moreJ H C
Today 23 May 2020:
We arrived early for Lunch, the tall skinny staff at the reception was VERY Rude. He said we can’t wait inside at the waiting area by the entrance door because they need to do more cleaning.(this was at 1150am)…So we went back to wait in the car as it is a cold day. Then two mins later two other groups arrive(still before opening time) then he allowed them to wait in the very same area which I asked for 2 mins ago.Not only was THIS MANAGER IN CHARGE is a lier as there was no cleaning to be done. I could not help to think this staff has a different bias and service towards European customers. I have been a regular at all Daikoku branches in Auckland and Hamilton, but never again will return to this Albany branch. I hope the owner gets to read my feedback as a loyal customer and have a stern word with this unfriendly tall male staff at the reception today. You an also see that my feedback from previous visit has been 5 stars but understandably today experience is unbelievable especially and even by Japaneses standard. SHINJI RARELAI NE. ONE STAR rating.
FEB2020
Good handy location which is close to motorway and not far from Albany Mall. Limited parking during peak dining hours. Very friendly staff and nice interiors decorations. Cosy place to dine out with families and friendly. Good value lunch time specials. You can tell the freshness of the meat as they are presented in front you as part of the cooking process. Chef we had was very friendly on Saturday. Will return again and recommend others for a visit. Food safety rating is A. So you can’t go wrong.
… moreWe arrived early for Lunch, the tall skinny staff at the reception was VERY Rude. He said we can’t wait inside at the waiting area by the entrance door because they need to do more cleaning.(this was at 1150am)…So we went back to wait in the car as it is a cold day. Then two mins later two other groups arrive(still before opening time) then he allowed them to wait in the very same area which I asked for 2 mins ago.Not only was THIS MANAGER IN CHARGE is a lier as there was no cleaning to be done. I could not help to think this staff has a different bias and service towards European customers. I have been a regular at all Daikoku branches in Auckland and Hamilton, but never again will return to this Albany branch. I hope the owner gets to read my feedback as a loyal customer and have a stern word with this unfriendly tall male staff at the reception today. You an also see that my feedback from previous visit has been 5 stars but understandably today experience is unbelievable especially and even by Japaneses standard. SHINJI RARELAI NE. ONE STAR rating.
FEB2020
Good handy location which is close to motorway and not far from Albany Mall. Limited parking during peak dining hours. Very friendly staff and nice interiors decorations. Cosy place to dine out with families and friendly. Good value lunch time specials. You can tell the freshness of the meat as they are presented in front you as part of the cooking process. Chef we had was very friendly on Saturday. Will return again and recommend others for a visit. Food safety rating is A. So you can’t go wrong.