WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL WITH COMMERCIAL BAY?

Go global without ever leaving Auckland. Commercial Bay is a hub of international shopping and worldwide dining spread over several stylish floors.

THE SHOPPING

Mimicking laneways in slick cities such as Melbourne, paved walkways boast openair sophistication. Wheriko Laneway is lined with international brands while Little Queen Street focuses on Kiwi labels.

THE DINING

• Located on Level 2, Harbour Eats is an international food bazaar with everything from sushi to Middle Eastern cuisine.

• Ahi restaurant is the brainchild of award-winning chef Ben Bayly while Saxon + Parole is an NYC-based steakhouse with floor-toceiling harbour views. • Barista coffee, Best Ugly Bagels and Ben & Jerry’s line the walls.

• Honest Chocolat features alcohol-free ‘choc-tails’ like the Espresso Mocha-Tini.

THE BARS

Public has the air of a British pub, Ghost Donkey is a Mexicaninfluenced tequila bar and Liquorette is a glitzy, neon-lit cocktail room inspired by its sister venue in London.

THE DEETS

• Located on Lower Queen Street and home to 86 shops

• Sitting in the midst of Auckland’s largest transport hub

• Open for shopping Mon-Sun 10am-7pm and for dining Mon- Sun 9am-9pm

• The downtown car park provides undercover access via the Sky Bridge.