Oyster thief strikes Auckland’s Jervois Steakhouse in daylight heist

Auckland’s Jervois Steakhouse was targeted by an oyster thief who stole a box of premium Qysters. The theft highlights a broader issue, with oyster shortages and thefts affecting suppliers such as Shaun Gregory. Ngāi Tahu Seafood will not harvest tio/Bluff oysters in 2025 due to declining quality and sustainability concerns.

A popular central Auckland eatery has been targeted in broad daylight by an oyster thief who made off with a box of the delicacies. Security footage captured a mystery woman picking up a sealed styrofoam box on the front porch of Jervois Steak House in Ponsonby between 9am and 10am. Jervois Steak House staff were shocked by the audacity of the March 21 heist.



“We’ve been in contact with our supplier, who was also impacted by this unfortunate incident, and they are managing the matter directly,” the restaurant said..