The Occidental

It's no accident The Occidental is everyone's favourite Belgian joint. Famed for its world-class beers and comforting plates, this eatery serves up a very authentic pint of Belgium.

A jolly pub on Auckland's epic Vulcan Lane, The Occidental is family-friendly and lively with a cosy, rustic feel. Taking on the form of a traditional British pub, you can expect an interior kitted out with dark, moody furnishings, a jaunty outdoor terrace and the latest game on the telly. What more could you want?

Go Belgian for lunch or dinner. The finest NZ fare meets Belgian cuisine in the stunning Flemish stew that features braised beef and potatoes your way. Alternatively, opt for some beef or pork sausages or a hefty duck vol au vent. And Belgium wouldn't be Belgium without mussels. NZ's green-lipped mussels are given the all-star treatment and can come steamed, grilled or in a magnificent shellfish pot!

Now, let's talk beer. With a beverage menu the length of the Bible (and treated as such) you have all manners of blondes, lambics, quadruples, triples, amber ales, brunes...the list goes on! Eat Belgian, drink Belgian and keep those beers coming!