The Hood

Welcome to The Hood, located at 66 Waimarie Street, Auckland, New Zealand. As an establishment, food, point of interest, and restaurant all rolled into one, we offer a unique dining experience that is sure to satisfy your cravings.

At The Hood, we take pride in our homemade pizza dough and pasta, crafted with love by our expert pizza chef. Each dish is carefully created to deliver a burst of deliciousness to your plate. Since our establishment in December 2019, we have quickly become the new kids on the St Heliers block, bringing over 20 years of industry experience with us.

In addition to serving classic pizzas, pastas, and calzones, we also offer a selection of sharing platters made from premium ingredients. Whether you prefer to dine indoors in our cozy booths or enjoy the warm summer nights in our courtyard out back, we provide a welcoming and friendly atmosphere for you and your family.

Indulge in our mouthwatering menu, featuring a variety of flavor combinations such as Fior Di Latte with beef meatball, roasted capsicum, truffle oil, and basil. Or try our Fior Di Latte with salami, mushrooms, artichoke, chili, and basil. We also offer options like Burrata with cherry tomatoes, eggplant, porcini, basil, and rocket.

If you're in the mood for something beyond pizza and pasta, we have you covered. Our creamy parmesan risotto with roasted cherry tomatoes and basil is a crowd favorite. For seafood lovers, our creamy risotto with scallops, prawn, squid, white wine, lemon zest, cherry tomatoes, parsley, fresh chili, and onions is a must-try.

For those seeking a unique dining experience, our potato gnocchi with a creamy Gorgonzola and spinach sauce, served in a bread bowl, is a delightful choice. And if you're in the mood for meat, our seared chicken with creamy portobello mushroom sauce or slow-cooked beef meatballs on tomato sauce with polenta and parmesan will surely satisfy your cravings.

We also offer a range of appetizers, including fresh raw fish cured in lemon juice and tequila with coconut cream, fresh chili, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onions served with corn chips. Our rolled eggplant filled with ricotta, topped with rich tomato sauce and parmesan, baked in the wood-fired oven, is a perfect vegetarian option.

To complement your meal, we offer a selection of beverages, including a variety of wines, beers, and cocktails. And don't forget to save room for dessert, as we have a delectable range of sweet treats to end your meal on a high note.

So, if you're looking to treat yourself to an Italian-inspired meal in a warm and friendly environment, make The Hood your new favorite local. Join us at 66 Waimarie Street and indulge in the flavors that will leave you craving for more.