Progressive Dinner Auckland – A Night of Food, Fun & Flavour

Looking for a dining experience with a difference? A Progressive Dinner in Auckland is the ultimate way to celebrate your next corporate function or Auckland Christmas Party. Instead of staying at one venue all night, your group will enjoy three different restaurants – entrée, main, and dessert – with transport included. This gives you the chance to sample a variety of flavours and atmospheres while spending quality time with your colleagues.

Whether it’s a mid-year event, an end-of-year Christmas function, or a team night out, this package guarantees variety, excitement, and plenty of memories.

How a Progressive Dinner in Auckland Works

Step 1 – Pick-up & Welcome
Your group will be collected by bus from a prearranged address. From there, the adventure begins.

Step 2 – Entrée
Start your evening with a selection of delicious starters at one of Auckland’s great venues:

• Elephant Wrestler (Takapuna): A beautiful private courtyard with retractable roof and garden bar.

• Sweet Shop Brews (Auckland City): Centrally located with a wide selection of entrée options.

• Deep Creek Brew Bar (Browns Bay): Tasty function platters to share with your team.

• Hallertau (Kumeu): Fresh, locally crafted platters in a lively brewery setting.

• Quarry Bar (Takapuna): Known as the suburb’s “hidden secret” – relaxed and welcoming.

• Puhoi Pub: One of the last remaining historic pubs in the Southern Hemisphere.

• The Backyard (Northcote): A popular North Shore destination bar with a fun, social vibe.

• The Wingman: Fresh, local ingredients on a small but flavoursome menu.

• Vivace (CBD): A bustling, lively restaurant – available for earlier bookings before 6:30 pm.

• Tom Tom (Victoria Park): Elevated views and stylish interiors designed for atmosphere.

• The Attic (Mission Bay): A classic Auckland gastropub.

• The Hangar: A versatile spot for drinks, snacks, and casual dining.

👉 Want something extra special? If you’re upgrading to one of our licensed vehicles, entrées can even be served on the bus with menu options such as smoked salmon with rocket pesto & potato salad or a fresh chicken Caesar salad.

Step 3 – Main Course
Next, it’s time for the star of the evening – your main meal. Choose from some of Auckland’s most popular dining spots:

• Limon (Princes Wharf): Relaxed waterfront dining with a Mediterranean touch.

• Hallertau (Kumeu): Big flavours and wide menu choices, perfect for groups.

• The Kingslander (Kingsland): A lively pub atmosphere with games and plenty of screens for sports fans.

• Mexico: Tapas-style dining with vibrant and fresh flavours.

• The Attic (Mission Bay): A top-rated Auckland gastropub experience.

• The Falls: Specialising in intimate functions and professional group dining.

• The Hangar: Easy-going dining with great food and drinks.

• Tom Tom (Victoria Park): Stylish dining with treetop views.

• La Zeppa: New York–style warehouse bar with DJs and cosy firelit vibes.

• Buffalo Bar & Grill (Princes Wharf): A perfect spot for hearty meals with waterfront views.

Step 4 – Dessert
End your evening with something sweet at one of these dessert venues:

• Elephant Wrestler (Takapuna): Courtyard vibes, perfect for a relaxed finish.

• OKO Dessert & Bar (Newmarket): Specialises in delectable desserts and sweet cocktails.

• The Kingslander (Kingsland): End the night with dessert and maybe a game of pool.

• The Riverhead: A historic pub with 150 years of hospitality (note: no single-course bookings in December).

• The Attic (New Lynn): A favourite gastropub with crowd-pleasing dessert options.

• The Hangar: A great all-round venue to finish on a high.

Once dessert is finished, your bus will drop the group at either a CBD location or a prearranged address.

Venues are subject to change and will be booked by the party bus. 

Add Some Extra Fun – Party Bus Upgrade

Want to keep the energy high between stops? Upgrade to a party bus for up to 25 guests. With music, lights, and a lively atmosphere, it transforms your transfers into part of the party. Perfect for Christmas functions, staff parties, and milestone celebrations.

Group Sizes & Pricing

• Standard progressive dinners are available for min 30–35 guests on our regular buses.

• Upgrade to a party bus for groups of up to 25 people.

• Venue options are subject to availability. Menu choices and restaurant selection may affect per person pricing – this will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Why Choose a Progressive Dinner for Your Auckland Christmas Party?

A Progressive Dinner in Auckland is so much more than just dinner. It’s an experience – a moving celebration that takes you across the city, introduces your group to new venues, and keeps the night fresh and exciting.

It’s the perfect package for:

• Corporate events – team bonding with a fun twist.

• Auckland Christmas parties – something different from the standard sit-down dinner.

• Mid-year celebrations – a chance to treat the team.

• Special occasions – milestone birthdays, anniversaries, or group outings.

With a wide range of venue options, seamless transport, and the chance to customise your evening, this is one of the most exciting and memorable dining experiences Auckland has to offer.