TANTO

Izakaya-style Japanese dining in Epsom, Auckland. Small plates to share, fresh sushi and sashimi, and warm hospitality.

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OpenTue – Sat from 6 pm
Last order 9 pm

ClosedSun, Mon & public holidays
(except special events)

Address250 Manukau Rd, Epsom, Auckland

Bookings09 5222 300

What's onSushi days at TANTO

First Sunday of every month

Sushi Night

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An evening of nigiri and rolls made at the counter by our head chef Makoto. Seats are limited.

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Third Saturday of every month

Sushi Lunch

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A relaxed sushi lunch once a month.

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On request

Omakase

For your celebration

Anniversaries, Okuizome, birthdays, company celebrations — or bring your own catch and Makoto will prepare it.

More with Makoto

AboutWelcome to TANTO

TANTO is an “izakaya” — a casual Japanese dining bar. Instead of a set starter and main, you order a variety of small, tapas-style dishes to share with your table, and keep ordering whenever you like.

In Japanese, “tanto” means “plenty”. We hope you enjoy plenty of good food and a new kind of dining experience with us.

— Team TANTO

Japanese celebration platter with sea bream, sashimi and red rice

MenuOur menu

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Food menu (PDF) Beverage list (PDF) Party menu (PDF)

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FunctionsGroup dining & celebrations

Birthdays, family gatherings, farewells and company parties. Our head chef Makoto plans a menu around your group and your budget — prices on request.

1–6Table bookingBook online below, or call us

7Larger tablePlease call us or send an enquiry

8–15Semi-private group diningA table set apart for your group, with a shared menu or courses

16–19Let's talkSend an enquiry and we'll work it out with you

20+Exclusive hireThe whole restaurant for your event

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Platters & special orders

Finger food platters with karaage, gyoza and takoyaki

Party platters

Finger food, a variety of sushi, octopus balls, squid and more. Pick-up, or ask us to arrange delivery.

Okuizome ceremony set with sea bream and celebration dishes

Traditional ceremony plates

Okuizome (baby’s 100-day celebration) sets prepared by our chef, including the ceremonial stone and chopsticks. We also take orders for festival and celebration platters — please ask.

Sushi platters

Assorted sushi and sashimi platters for any occasion. Please order at least one day in advance.

Japanese chef knives in presentation boxes

Japanese knivesSales & maintenance

Quality Japanese kitchen knives, selected and sharpened by our head chef Makoto. Hand sharpening from $35, usually ready in 2–3 working days.

Knives & sharpening with Makoto

VisitFind us

Address: 250 Manukau Rd
Epsom, Auckland
Hours: Tue – Sat from 6 pm
Last order 9 pm
Closed Sun, Mon & public holidays
Phone: 09 5222 300
Email: kuni@tanto.co.nz
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