NON SOLO PIZZA

PARNELL

Twenty-fve years is a long time in a relatively youthful city, and an eternity in hospitality, so it’s fair to say that Non Solo Pizza is more than an institution – it’s part of Auckland’s fabric.

More affectionately known as NSP, this stalwart in the inner-city suburb of Parnell has never strayed from its roots – and herein lies its success and longevity. Serving classic pizza and pasta, and more robust secondi in the way of Tuscan T-bone and roasted pork belly with duck-fat roasted potatoes and salsa verde, this local legend stays true to its heritage but is always current and relevant. The outstanding food and hospitality experience at NSP keeps you coming back because it is so consistently on point.

At the heart of the eatery is the leafy courtyard, with a I’ve-been-transportedto-Tuscany feel. It’s where regulars come to refne the art of the long lunch – be that on a weekday or lazy Sunday – working their way through the menu, then culminating in a crescendo of asiago, gorgonzola and taleggio, accompanied with moscato.

While the wine list more than represents New Zealand’s top-tier wineries, it respectfully honours Italian heavyweights, too, with an impressive offering of Super Tuscan and Barolo.