Rydges Auckland

DINING IN THE DARK

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More than a restaurant,

A true SENSORY, SOCIAL & human experience!

(09) 375 5920

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Concept

A story of sense

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Dining in pitch darkness, hosted and served by visually impaired people, may change your point of view about many preconceived ideas of the world. This unique experience will focus and sharpen your senses and enables you to taste a surprising wine & food experience adapted to this unusual context.

During this sensory journey, you will be lead by unexpected guides and you will learn to socialize in the dark!

Welcome to Dans le Noir ? at Rydges Auckland, A UNIQUE RESTAURANT IN THE HEART OF AUCKLAND CITY!

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Dans le Noir ?

The restaurant

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Designed by our Head Chef Luis Milla

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Our talented Head Chef, Luis Milla, and his team use locally sourced fresh produce with a combination of new flavours and distinctive techniques. We aim at offering our guests the opportunity to rediscover their senses of taste, aroma & texture, in this unusual environment through a tasting experience that is both seasonal and original.

Our priority is to please our customers, therefore we always pay attention to our guest’s requirements. The food and wine matching are harmonized to offer a complete and amazing experience.

Upcoming events

Dans Le Noir?

TedXAucklandSalon in the dark

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Introducing a World First

On August 31st TEDxAuckland is hosting a Salon event which will be the first TEDx event in the world to be held in complete darkness. Hosted at Dans le Noir? Rydges Auckland, this will be an unforgetable experience like no other.