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Stephy_NakiGirl

"A lovely spot on the waterfront for a coffee/ brunch! Lots to choose from the menu! Ice cream a definite 5/5 not tasted ice cream like this for a..."

Beccs

"The food here is absolutely divine. The chicken I ordered was perfectly cooked with the most amazing crispy skin and well matched condiments. My..."

Christopher Pearce

"Quick service, nice presentation and combination of flavour, horseradish mascarpone is the best among the dish, fresh baby leaves show the quality of..."

Hyo Joon Yoon

"One of the best, absolutely enjoyed the view and my mushroom dish..."

Min Min

"Very accommodating to kids’ allergies! They were willing to take away some ingredients to make sure my son can eat them safely. I am super grateful..."

Tracy.carmona

"Having been a regular at Amano, thought we better give this a try and we weren't disappointed, food was excellent, service may be not quite up to..."

Glenn Evans

"Loved the location where it looks over to St Heliers Bay. Great atmosphere. Staff were attentive and we were seated straight away...."

Jen Lin

"St. Helier's bay & bistro is perfectly situated if you want to go for a catch up run or walk with a friend along the water. They have an open space..."

Matadors

"Such a nice place right by the beach. We ordered slightly overpriced Iced Coffees but were not disappointed. Milk, coffee and ice cream all cams..."

Auckland Foodie

"Came after Round the Bays race. Was very busy and took a long time to get seated and for the waiter to come and order the meals. Eggs Benedict was..."

Eric Han

"Quality.It’s been awhile since a place has impressed me so much and it was with little wonder why on a Saturday lunch the place was..."

Medium_Rare

"Love this place to bits. A forever easy choice when I’m deciding where to go eat on a whim. Delicious food, great service, the place is stunning..."

Anna

"30 March 2018We are back here again fir breakfast. We had to reserve a table for 12 as we would not have been seated together. The Charred corn..."

Mei

"Really attentive and efficient service. Great location with fresh and modern flavours. Highly recommend popping in here if in the..."

Robyn Power

"Probably the grandest cafe in St Heliers. Sure to entertain as the view is magnificent and the interior deco is on point. Ample car parking space...."

SMINT400

"This place have an amazing and delicious range of gelato that we really love. Had the salted caramel and it was yummy as expected. However, it would..."

888bing888

"Food:We had 1 appetiser n two mains a fish n duck dishes... all were super yummmmm. Nice presentation, good portion size n..."

Naziminator

"With the entrance hidden off street, you could easily pass by unless you knew it was there. Stopped by for lunch and it was quite busy when we came...."

Benedict Uy

"Such friendly staff, and the food/coffees are great! Has a beautiful view, and you can feel the good vibes within the cafe. Lovely place to come..."

Munchy

"Visited here on a busy Sunday lunch. We were greeted by a staff member who presented us with menus to peruse and took our names. Advising it would be..."

LOVE PERTH/AUCKLAND FOOD

"Visited here more than 5 times before reviewing. Highly consistent coffee in superlative surroundings. Excellent service with friendly reception and..."

OldGoatsKnowBest

"I don’t usually go to Cafe’s in East Auckland because I always feel like CBD has a lot more options. However, as my mum wanted us all to have..."

Anna Wei

"This place is crowded everytime I go, for a good reason. The food is excellent! Only issue with the place is the noise making it hard to have a..."

Logan Burgess

"Beautiful views, exceptionally clean and......Consistently good food, quality ingredients, happy staff who bend over backwards to accommodate your..."

Mrs Dine Out Alot

"Went there for brunch with a friend and must say that the smoked fish (made in house, according to staff) was very good, same for the..."

Diogo Reck

"The service here was so excellent but the food was kind of bland and disappointing. I was excited scanning through the menu as everything sounded..."

Deb Ra

"It's wonderful.my friends love it. They ordered boths breakfast and lunch for one meal, the size of one plate is great as well, we could try more..."

Xin Zheng

"Despite being a busy place, the service here really stands out. Extra attentive and accommodating staff made our short wait worthwhile. We were..."

Tastebud Tingles

"Being part of cafe and kohi that we didn't realise until we were looking at menu and seen a staff member from kohi we had to try, this group never..."

Ayaan

"The Crème de la crème of St Heliers 😍. If I'm honest with you all, I've thought about this place for weeks since I was there... it's just so..."

Monique Porteous

"This place has coffee! ..."

The Ordinary Joe

"What an amazing place! Outstanding service and incredibly friendly and polite staff. Not to forget about the food as it was unforgettable. Such a..."

Christine Hing

"The nicest meal I have had in a very very long time! Thank you for the delicious lamb, the wonderful dessert and the excellent service. I cannot..."

Pete F.

"Nice brunch with my friend after a walk along missionbay. Good services and atmosphere. I ordered the market fish dish and it was soooo good. My..."

Shirley Yu

"You can't really go wrong when visiting any Cafes by the hip-group. Especially St heliers cafe & bistro. Always quick & friendly service, have been..."

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"My second time here, always enjoy their lovely service - genuine host, friendly staff, very welcoming atmosphere. Great food, definitely recommend..."

Raeray

"Stunning views, food and service. I cannot wait to come back!! We didn't have to wait for a table, we were seated right by the window gazing out over..."

Eden Wood

"One of the nicest Cafe /Bistro in Auckland loved the atmosphere. Super busy..at dinner but lovely service and amazing food. Highly recommend to all...."

Pamela Hutchinson

"Very nice environment to start with, a little bit hidden but it's really nice to be in. Food was amazing, I ordered the lamb and it was so yum. The..."

LuciferTSN

"No cafe is ever going to satisfy everyone, but I'd say this cafe is pretty perfect. Judging from how busy the place is, St Heliers Bar and bistro..."

AJ

"My second burger adventure in Auckland. The recommendation came from a website claiming a definitive list of the best burgers here. There was some..."

Food Etc.

"Beautiful view and gorgeous staff. Although it's a busy cafe, you still feel you are well looked after. Had brunch, market fish was fresh and crispy..."

DillyDallyEllie

"Nice dishes n good customer service by a French waiter. Love the chocolate tart for dessert :) Definitely gonna come back to try the lunch next..."

Dessert_W

"Came here a couple of weeks ago for a date night. Seated almost immediately and by the window overlooking the bay which was a surprise because they..."

Georgia Dobbs

"I went to St Heilers Bay Cafe & Bistro for the second time in December and was once again very happy with my dining experience. Cafe's in Auckland..."

Natalie

"I've been here a few times now and always love the food! Great location being right on the waterfront and I love the floor to ceiling, glass windows..."

Charlene Weaver

"Lovely staffUsually very busy so quite a wait for foodTheir duck fat potatoes were very yum but pizzas were quite different to what we..."

Thegreeats

"Heard amazing things about this place so though I would check it out. When arriving we were greeted nicely - the place was packed but the..."

Judy Chhy

"This is my first visit with my partner. Very nice ambience. Staff are very professional and deliver outstanding service - couldn't even tell that..."

Priscilla Khang

"One of my favourite restaurants! Never ever fails to satisfy the cravings I have. Beautiful food and excellent service 👌🏼👌🏼 the prefect..."

Tania Li

"Know this restaurant from Zomato.Found out is the same as Takapuna Beach Cafe. Cheaper price with more variety of choice. But if you like fish and..."

Rachel Cullen

"Very hipsterish place with a great view and a nice ambience. Service was attentive and food was amazing. The pizzetta with mozzarella,..."

Travels4Food

"I love going to St Heliers cafe as its location is stunning! One of our favourite spots for a girls' brunch. The food is great and the service is..."

Misty

"Another to add to the Hip group collection- St Heliers cafe achieves the same standard of quality as its sister cafes. I like the location of this..."

L.E.N.S

"Love this place for weekend lunches! The oysters are some of the best and most fresh that I've tasted in a restaurant! They had a good selection of..."

Rojas

"Attended this cafe around 2 pm for a late lunch with my family, it was around a ten minute wait for a table, which was not too long but after getting..."

Allegra Shores

"The food here is good - fresh, original and well-cooked. If you're looking for a cafe with a different and interesting menu, this is the place to..."

Rice & Kai

"Love where this restaurant is located. It's so nice in summer with the big windows open and the view of the sea and nice breeze🌤 The food feels..."

HoLiCA

"Recently this cafe was rated as having the 3rd best burger in Auckland so we thought we'd try it !! It has a casual atmosphere with great..."

Fancy Face

"The place was full, but I didn't have to wait for long to sit. All the staffs are friendly and have good manner. The food is normal, taste good. And..."

Anastasia

"The pizetta... Omg... I could be happy with two as my dinner haha!The food, service and ambiance are all great here! We came here on a..."

Maye Elle

"Was in St Heliers with one of my friends during the day today so we decided to pop into this neat complex. She had seen photos on Instagram before..."

Jaya Soma

"Immaculate establishment that sets the standard in fine dining, the view from this place is amazing! The eggs benedict and salmon I had here were..."

GideonMarisa MasterchefNz2015

"It's a really busy and nice cafe. Love the food and environment here ♥️ Staff are really friendly. I've got Egg Benedict with smoke salmon. It..."

Julia Nguyen

"Met my friend here this morning. Luckily already had a table by the window. Seating a little too cramped for my liking but you got used to it.My..."

Mary Underwood

"Went there this morning for brunch with my best friend from welly. I had the granola with the poached pear and a flat white. It was a nice light and..."

Chrissy Low

"One of Auckland's lovely new delights. The interior design is great and the service is outstanding. Attentive, friendly patient staff real enhance..."

Anna Hinton

"Came here recently for brunch and was overly impressed but thought I'd give dinner a go... Much better! Monday night, restaurant was about half full..."

Emily Pavey

"Love this cafe! Service has been brilliant every time I've been and the meals are always excellent. Love the atmosphere and friendly staff. The..."

India Shores

"This seems to be an 'in' place at the moment and came with good recommendations. I had the hot cakes with apple and salted toffee sauce - the latter..."

Isi

"Yummy! Good atmosphere and good food! My partner ordered the smoked fish and i got the smashed eggs. The combination in our food sounded a bit odd..."

Joanne Chiang

"Great Sunday brunch to start the day. We were a group of 4 adults and a 7-month old and though it was very crowded the morning we went - they managed..."

The One With A Nut Allergy...

"Weekday brunch siting by the window overlooking the bay with coffee and the paper is probably one of the best spots in Auckland... and a completely..."

Bri DiMattina

"I've visited a few times for a quick ice-cream stop while at the beach; the flavours are true to the names and so delicious, while the texture is..."

Helena Chen

"Oh how I love this place ! The food is beautiful and seasonal the view is great it never fails to disappoint. I've brunched here more than once on a..."

Ashleigh Jacobs

"Mmmm the hip group know how to do cafes right! It's on the expensive side, however your paying for quality food and service! I never leave..."

Brittany Montana

"Good food, great,stylish fitout and yummy food.the sparking water is a nice touch! Great menu selection! Like many of its sister restaurants (Rosie..."

B D H

"Always delivers good food and a great environment. Definitely recommended, get their apple and rhubarb crumble and their affogato, it was..."

Anthony Ellis

"The best thing about this place is the staff. So professional yet so friendly at the same time. Such a great locationOh and then theres the..."

Jacob Black

"I come here nearly 5 days a week.. The service is second to none... They are really friendly... The food is just amazing... They really care..."

Jonathan Towers

"Went on a Saturday afternoon for coffee with friends. Coffee was really good! Service was good and was to nice to have sparkling water, staff also..."

Mueslilo

"Great place I go there every day for coffee and pastries the staff is very friendly.I recommend this place to anyone. When you are in St..."

Gaetano

"Perfect Saturday brunch, even on a rainy day. Not the best for kids but faultless food and coffee. Would definitely come back. Even had Almond Milk..."

Brian Chan

"Great place great food amazing servicePros:Location - 10/10Food is yumGELATO IS THE BEST Gelato > Food..."

XX_Mystery_Reviewer_Xx

"I love st heliers cafe and bistro!The food is always delicious and fresh. You can honestly taste the quality ingredients they use...."

Aniva Huang

"Fantastic food, well priced. The presentation and care in presentation is certainly noticed. Service staff very attentive and patient and would..."

A

"Just love everything about this place! Have been in for both lunch and dinner and have never been disappointed.Well thought out set up with..."

Chin And Prony Powichitkul

"This is our local- great coffee ( as per the store in Kohi) amazing selection of food, love having a sneaky vino with lunch when coming here plus..."

Chloe-Mae

"this place is amazing. the interior is warm, inviting and the ambience is perfect. the iced mocha was great as well. i loved how it was customisable..."

Sheena

"Lovely cafe by the beach. Service was excellent and the juices were lovely. The handkerchief pasta with zucchini, asparagus, feta and pine nuts was a..."

Rosely

"Wow! What a cafe. Great staff topped off with excellent good and not bad coffee. Well..."

CoffeeCafeTime

"Starting the New Year how I mean to go on, I decided to drag myself out of bed last Saturday morning to join my sister on a run around the bays...."

Two Dark Coffees

"Mmmm. Gorgeous view, better menu. Yay for the fish and chips - chunky wedge style potatoes, fresh sea food. Reasonably priced. I liked the..."

Morty Hall

"Generous portions and fantastic coffee, the view is lovely too. Great breakfast spot, eggs benedict and pancakes in the morning is the way to go, ..."

Jen Hilford

"Today I came here with my sister for brunch. It wasn't busy (being a Tuesday morning) and we got greeted and seated immediately. I ordered the 7..."

Laura Hunt

"Great location looking out over the water at St Heliers, nicely laid out with seating and an internal courtyard where you can wait and order cabinet..."

Frank

"I've had breakfast an lunch here numerous times because it's a great place to eat! The menu has lots of very good food, you really can't go wrong..."

Steve Harvie

"What bumps this cafe up that little more for me is the location and design. It's a delightful view of the waterfront, especially if the weather is..."

Monica

"Food outstanding - Coffee poor.We stopped in for Sunday brunch. The wait wasn't long for a table. We ordered the smoked fish omelette..."

Des Shinnick

"The Hip Group brings St Heliers Bay Cafe & Bistro. This place is a winner! My cousin and I dined here for lunch. The decor is beautiful...."

Courtney @ A Food Awakening

"Its always good to hear from locals when reviewing restaurants and locals we are. We love this place and frequent it from dawn (after morning run or..."

Jenny J

"Great food and friendly attentive service.. Love your entrees, the breads were very tasty and a real surprise. First time visit to this lovely little..."

Jason Henning

"Excellent spot for waterside dining, either a lighter fare to a great meal....From the table service with complimentary sparkling water to marvelous..."

Elizabeth Dichter

"Went to St Heliers Cafe and Bistro for dinner tonight. Fantastic food and wine and a very good waiter. The fish of the day was Blue Nose which was..."

Richard Goodall

"My wife, son and I went there today for lunch. We got there early so no wait but it quickly filled up. The food was very tasty - My wife and I had..."

Andrew Reid

"My self and 3 friends went there for brunch. Great place - very busy but the staff were so onto it. The food was fab and the portions generous. ..."

Angela Nicholson

"St Heliers Cafe & Bistro has become a new regular of mine. From the excellent food, to stunning views and great staff, if you are in St Heliers..."

Flo Keen

"My friend recommended this place and my sister and I wanted to wanted to take our mother out for a special belated mothers day lunch. We were not..."

Katherine

"Had lunch , table for 2. Good feel in the restaurant, busy, but not overwhelming. A bit of staff overkill, but better that than the contrary. Waiter..."

F Cube .

"Awesome food! Great service! Great coffee!Always greeted nicely with an offer to sit down, a glass of sparkling water, and the paper! The..."

Stuart Ross

"We have been regular diners at this lovely restaurant since it opened. We couldn't fault it on the first night and haven't on subsequent visits..."

Noelene Walker

"We had lunch here a few weeks ago and it was outstanding. All of the staff there were attentive, friendly and the service was fast! We took our 5..."

Louise Ngaei

"First of all, just to be picky. St Heliers Bay Bistro and Cafe is on the waterfront at ST HELIERS not Mission Bay and is in the new modern glass..."

Maggie G

"St Helier’s Bistro is well set up as a neighbourhood restaurant. It’s open all day, 7 days of the week, it’s smart casual and the menu offers..."

Carmella @ Easy Food Hacks

"We ordered the sweet corn and Rosti egg Benedict. Portion is small but plating and atmosphere makes up for..."

Cristiano Habibi

"We booked a table through google however when we arrived they said there is no reservation made under our name saying they did not check today’s..."

Janie K

"Great Cafe... Food was very good... Friendly helpful staff... Will come..."

Spider Webb

"Awesome food, great service and great atmosphere. You can't ask for more. There is a reason the place is always busy. It is a great local and the..."

javier yebenes

"The price is decent. Lunch is good quality & quantity. The atmosphere was quite loud, which we didn't mind because we could hear ourselves talking..."

Mrs Herbert

"Come here for one of the best beachside views in Auckland. A local favorite with great happy hours and light bites. Great place to sit solo or with a..."

Diana Campbell

"I've been coming here, on & off, over the last 15 years. The staff are consistently attentive, friendly & helpful. I can never fault them & I love..."

ES EF

"Love everything about this place. Ambience, food, service. Ended up lingering around for a bit too long. The staff were so patient with us. The only..."

Jaya

"This is the number one place in St Heliers for food and coffee and lots more. The food is simply the best around. The managers and wait staff are..."

Jackie Quinn

"Thanks Kerry for the great service this definitely adds to the experience. Food nicely presented and great taste. Prime spot at the front window..."

Gail McNamara

"Great hospitality and views. Pricey for the portions. Especially the pasta is tiny for well over $30 a plate. My spinach and pineapple smoothie was..."

Yan Zeng

"The food was delicious, had the beef short ribs and veggie risotto. Absolutely loved it. Friendly staff and professional welcoming. Will definitely..."

Tuocheng Li

"Oh yess, my new favourite St Heliers restaurant! In fact new favourite Tamaki Drive place to dine. Divine eye fillet, excellent specials, well priced..."

Nadia Cooper

"Came in with my partner today; loveliest staff, gorgeous oysters & focaccia! we will definitely be back! Thanks for the awesome service..."

Lily Marie

"With the entrance hidden off street, you could easily pass by unless you knew it was there. Stopped by for lunch and it was quite busy when we came...."

Benedict Uy

Mission Bay Cafe

85/100 (1669 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Had coffee here on a trip to the beach and the service was very fast and efficient. The coffee was very smooth and perfectly made as well. Would be..."

Foodaficionado

"Excellent service, great food. I had mixed grill, loved the bread and chutney. Daughter had the buttermilk pancakes, she said they are the best she..."

Libby

"Amazing service, friendly staff, wholesome hearty food obviously cooked with care and passion. Great on the wallet and..."

Iszac Kereone

"The service we received at Mission Bay Cafe was absolutely fantastic. The staff are friendly and professional, and I thought it worth mentioning in a..."

Robert Mccrone

"This cafe has been around for decades. Good ambience however the furniture and settings are pretty distressed. Ordered the MBC..."

Lucy

"Exceptional service and good to match! We took up the offer of $39 for entree and main or dessert and main. We got the Duo of Lamb and Steak and both..."

Natiella

"Food: This is my go to place for weekend brunching! Their eggs bene with bacon is one of my favorites in the city. It's simple, but done so well...."

Where To Next Auckland

"I have been to this cafe a couple of times. It opens early in the morning and closes late at night. Most time I would go there for dinner. And I..."

Chifan Chifan

"Been going here for over 3 years now. Great staff... great service. Always feel welcome.Kid friendly too and nice range of meals on the..."

Hungry D

"One of my favorite and regular places over the years. Dinner dishes has always been great, haven't been disappointed yet after more than 10 years...."

Ben K

"We ordered fish and chips. It didnt disappoint at all, the batter was just perfect, not too crumby, just complemented the freshness of the fish...."

Erika Gualberto

"I enjoyed coming here for brunch. The eggs Benedict were nice and not too expensive and the service was quick and friendly. Definitely a nice cafe at..."

Auckland Foodie

"Nice cafe right in the heart of Mission Bay so expect it to be relatively busy at peak hours. A bit more expensive than your normal cafe but food is..."

Simon Lee

"Possibly the best French toast I’ve had in Auckland, and I order French toast wherever I go for brunch. Service was excellent. Friendly and helpful..."

S.William

"Friendly service the chips hot and crunchy outside soft inner ,had eggs Benedict and salmon with extra mushrooms was excellent. Would recommend the..."

Martin Cribbin

"Very friendly staff. Quick and efficient service. Nice ambience. Tasty food. We had the seafood sautée and chicken ballotine. If you are mission..."

Abimbola.ademola.4lyf

"I had the big MBC grill (big breaky) and it was delicious! Food cooked to perfection, crispy bacon, perfectly runny poached eggs. The chorizo sausage..."

Sabah Smith

"Had Christmas Eve brunch here with friends and I liked my experience. Servers were super nice and friendly. Food was good and filling. Price is..."

Ellynn

"Had a tasty hot chocolate and a hearty seafood chowder for a late afternoon lunch. Decent service and affordably priced vs. a few of the others on..."

Clove

"We came for brunch with my family. It was a warm place, a nice view, friendly service , Great food. we did enjoyed it. We will come back..."

Ivy Ha

"I came here for a dinner party with roughly 40 other people. The place has a chill vibe and nice spot to grab a meal and chill at Mission..."

Brenda Phu

"Food is of high standard. Had the salt and pepper squid. Perfectly cooked. Busy and food might take longer to come out but worth the wait. Staff are..."

Sopha Peter Belmonte

"Popped in on a cold afternoon for something warming and enjoyed the quinoa porridge (pictured) and spicy chai latte. Food was really tasting and..."

Julia Louise

"Food, location, and drinks are excellent! coffee over there is beautiful! nice and strong! but they kinda lack service. went there quite a few times,..."

S2Psycho

"Food was very good, enjoyed the Steak Sandwich. HOWEVER, I was very disappointed when I ordered a Berry Smoothie. All they did was pour it from a..."

Eric Han

"Amazing cafe - friendly staff and yummy food. Definitely recommend going here. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all to die for. And you definitely..."

Rachel

"The cafe is usually packed whenever I come by so thought I'd give it a go. Stopped by for lunch and was lucky enough to get a table on the inside...."

Benedict Uy

"Good coffee, I always order the Long black or latte. Fabulous environment. Always busy, fast service. I definitely recommend. I haven't tried..."

Nina

"I've been coming here for years and I've never had a negative experience. Today I went for the first time since becoming vegan and the staff..."

Stephanie Tan

"Me and my partner arrived for a late lunch, there weren't any tables inside which was to our delight.... Inside is quite cramped for space and it was..."

S

"Whenever I visit it always seems popular, maybe because the service is good but also because of the mantra of always being open. The coffee is not..."

OldGoatsKnowBest

"Not a bad option at all. Nice menu generous portions tasty and well presented food.Nice coffee. Great spot with civilised environment...."

Dimitrios Konstantopoulos

"Good food - good environment- service was slow but food was good after all. Would go again for a nice dinner with my partner. Parking was ok not an..."

Taran

"Bought a Hot Chocolate here one time and as enticing as it was trying to dine in, I had a tight schedule. But the hot chocolate kept me satisfied..."

Tavita Milford

"Called in for an evening latte on Monday 26 Dec 2016 with my friend Peter Tan, we were going to go for a tumeric latte @ True Food but they were..."

David Purvis

"Really appreciate that it's open today(Christmas Day), even though there is public holiday surcharge.My brekkie: creamy mushrooms & my friend's:..."

FoodieCCC

"Friendly staff. Ordered the Southern Fried Chicken burger for both my brother and I, which was on special. Although the bun was a bit plain and could..."

Picky Pete

"Service was amazing!!! Decor was nice. And food was soo good! So fresh!!!! I loved everything. Will definitely be back! For entrees we got the..."

Bonita Tiamo

"Lovely place, the tables are crammed a little close together which would be a bit difficult to navigate if the place was really busy. Delicious food..."

Jessica Lane

"Service was great. Food was great. Company was great. Thanks for a first time experience at this cafe. Brang out another side of me. Awesome work..."

Anon

"Mission Bay Cafe used to be my local when I lived in Orakei and we went almost every weekend. So it was nice to revisit having not been there for..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Came to this cafe recently for breakfast with a couple of friends from Canada. My first impression was that the place was neat and clean. The..."

Tony Wan

"Absolutely love the location of this place . One of the first places that I tried after coming to NZ. Quality of the food is just fantastic and..."

Mansi Trivedi

"My partner and I came here on a sunny Tuesday afternoon to have coffee and a bite to eat. The ambiance is great, friendly staff and the food is yum!..."

Carla

"Had lunch here with Carla. Love their MBC Grill. Enjoyed the Chorizo and Agria Rosti. Their house relish was a nice touch! If you want something..."

Nik Kho

"Absolutely amazing brunch date and service, beautiful food great views good people. Date with one of my girlies to end our coffee date walk around..."

Aroha Kay

"This cafe is on the main strip of Mission Bay. I don't often come here as I find that a large proportion of the restaurants here are targeted for..."

Miss Kiki

"A nice quiet cafe located on my favourite strip in Auckland. Can't really beat the location.You get typical cafe breakfast and coffee here...."

Aabhas Dole

"Excellent food & excellent service!!! Our favourite little local hands down!! We have dined here many times now and it never fails to impress...."

Angel_at_your_table

"Really really nice cafe. The vege works was lovely with the lemon cottage cheese dressing and not over-dressed. The one thing I wasn't keen on..."

Minily

"Enjoyed these two items with special deal. The stake was just exactly medium as I asked. Staff provided good service and showed us their great humor..."

Michelle Hwang

"Great location. Friendly staff and a good variety of foods.. have been here many times now and allways pleased with the experience and..."

Milan Potter

"Just had an amazing brunch at mission bay cafe. My partner ordered the Eggs Benedict and I ordered the MBC Grill. Both arrived quickly. The service..."

Grace

"Found the food good as always and customer service was great also. Always a pleasure to visit this cafe and enjoy the atmosphere. The staff are..."

Alexei Zarya

"This is definitely my go to cafe when I'm in Mission Bay. The range of cakes and slices displayed in the food cabinet look amazing. So far, I've..."

Mat

"My go to cafe whenever I'm in mission bay I always get their seafood chowder it's my favourite no other place can ever beat this one! Staff are..."

Judy Chhy

"A nice bustling cafe on the beach with friendly service and food coming out well timed. Had the open steak sandwich and cooked well for me (medium)...."

Raffi

"Lovely location and the meals are a good size. We had brunch and coffee and enjoyed all aspects of our meal. We sat by the open door and staff..."

Abby Ferris

"I normally don't go for beachfront eateries as they are usually over priced and not very good. However, this place wasn't too bad. The prices were..."

Karen

"The menu looks delicious! But my salmon salad lacked a bit in taste unfortunately. It was a decent portion which was good but I felt like there..."

Jessica Li

"yum yum yum !Entree : lamb meatballs 9/10Duo of lamb: 10/10 everything Cooked perfectly , flavour combination couldn't go wrong. Best meal..."

Foodie Feels

"I've had quite an enjoyable brunch catch up with my friends here a while back. The name of this cafe is pretty straight forward, nothing special, it..."

Where.iate

"Nice place and nice location. We already had our dinner. After that we wanted something sweet for our deserts. Taste is good. Price seemed more to..."

Polash Shariful Hasan

"Bustling Friday night and boy was Mission Bay Cafe packed. Me and a friend had already had dinner so were after something sweet to finish off the..."

Medium_Rare

"I came here for brunch with a couple of friends and was quite impressed by the service and food coming out so quickly. I'm a bit skeptical when..."

Sophia O-W

"We came to Mission Bay Cafe one day during a uni break. The cafe was relatively quiet when we came in with only two other tables occupied. We came..."

Sheena

"Only popped in for a quite dessert but it was amazing. I had the walnut and coffee slice I believe and every bite was like a little bit of heaven in..."

Ceciline Thai

"I come here almost every weekend for the salt & pepper squid and coffee. Best squid I've found in Auckland, and great price! The side salad is even..."

Jasmine

"Stopped in for coffee and cake after an afternoon stroll. We shared the chocolate a raspberry tart and had coffees. Hands down best tart ive had! So..."

Food Adventures With AnnaJ

"Come here occasionally for coffee and breakfast, sometimes for late nights! The staff are super friendly and coffee is great - award winning should i..."

Shelly

"A cool place in a cool location. This place has very nice short eats and beverages. Staff is overall friendly and courteous. Ambience is nice. Will..."

#1

"Nice cafe with nice food. Had the potato and Parmesan cake, a little lumpy, but still nice, poached eggs, which may i add were cooked to perfection...."

Jelly465

"This place has been around for as long as I have been to mission bay although I have only visited a few times. Came in for afternoon tea last week,..."

Keith

"Chicken main was sensational. Fantastic service. Staff went above and beyond for our b'day celebration. 😀10 out of 10. Will be back in the future...."

Margaret Kirk

"I would say best coffee around Auckland Amazing staff The make you feel like your having coffee in your own place I would say the..."

Gareth Sadat

"This cafe is situated right in the heart of mission bay. You can tell this place would be buzzing during summer time with its great indoor outdoor..."

HJ

"Staff here are absolutely great! Lovely atmosphere and the food is great too! Oh and the coffee is LOVELY I came with a friend of mine, I..."

Jacob Black

"Have been here a couple of times, and returned mainly for the $33 two course meal you can get Monday to Thursday. And it what's more, you can choose..."

Tania

"Aura like Wagyu beef, you just a Steak-UmmPaired with shiraz for the taste to serve at table sideMy lyric through the vocal take my palette..."

Gio

"Came here a while ago for a business lunch. I had the salad, which was tasted great. The dressing was very complimentary and not drowning out the..."

Rojas

"A great place on a summer night for a glass of chilled wine and a shared platter. Very nice and great efficient service too. Will be back for..."

Marsha Laskey

"I live close to Misison Bay, and am just sad that haven't I discovered this wonderful cafe before? Superb service, great cofee, glorious and very..."

Clare Gallie

"wow is all I can say about this place, it was fantastic!. Me and my husband have never been here before but it was a really great experience. The..."

Rachel Cubitt

"This is a great place for breakfast. I regularly eat here after a run along the waterfront. Interesting range of breakfast options, always..."

Paul Davies

"I went to lunch at the Mission Bay Cafe (MBC) a couple of days ago. I was very impressed with the attentive and friendly staff even when they hit..."

Rachel Byrnes

"Went to Mission Bay cafe last weekend and wanted to write something here to make mention of such a fantastic cafe this is! First of all, this..."

Rose Michaels

"We have come here quite a few times now and really like the cakes!! It is hard to find a place that offers a range fo fresh cakes! The dinner we had..."

Jenny

"Aw sum place on mission bay, coffees, nice & small menu, good food and very friendly service, great..."

Janak

"Great service, food arrived quickly and the coffee was hot.Food was excellent, we had bagels and they were fresh with lots of fillings. We..."

Greg Thompson

"Just got back from a breakfast there, the food was really good. We have 2 children and although it was quite busy, the staff were great, they bought..."

Ryan

"Best coffee in Mission..."

Cindy Buell

"Five of us from Northland went here for lunch today. Great service, meals arrived promptly and were very fresh. Excellent value for..."

Sue Croft

"Mission bay cafe is located right in the heart of mission bay. Always bustling with people, it's a great place for brunch on a beautiful Saturday..."

Lisa Edgar

"Great food and service. Combo, entrée and main or main and dessert for $49. They are accommodating too. I usually ask to swap my mash for roast..."

Michelle

"Very nice food and really nice staff, however, when you're inside, there's very little space to move around so if you can sit outside..."

Ralf Klis

"Very close to the beach and there's parking lot just nearby. The coffee is really good, strong and..."

Rick Shen

"Update: 25/12/2022-I could clearly see a distinctive improvement from my last review. However, there should definitely be more vegan and vegetarian..."

Som Chakraborty

"Decent lil cafe for breakfast or lunch. Food is good, service can be slow and staff friendliness varies. Limited indoor and outdoor seating. Ok for a..."

c “cfl” lane

"I usually come here with my hubby for afternoon tea but this time with my family - husband, my son's family, his wife and two children for breakfast,..."

Arlene Barraca

"Nice cafe by the beach for a lazy Saturday morning brunch. The staff were friendly and the breakfast menu was good. Delicious food and great coffee...."

Pushkar Dhawale

"Great location with good service. All day menu. Very busy place put still relaxed. Options of inside/outside, sofa/chair/stool seating. Menu is..."

Gerry

"On a wet and 🥶 cold day i googled searched a good rating and review cafe for a morning breakfast meal Mission bay Cafe was reccomended Parking was..."

Dennis Niu

"Loved the view, delicious food and top it off with an amazingly kind & wonderful staff. The view of mission bay beach and Rangitoto Island is just..."

Abhijeet Kale

"We have been going to this cafe for years and the place is just incredible. Love everything about here. Great location and stunning views. Excellent..."

sheeba lamba

"Good cafe, plenty of shade and dogs can sit out like Layla in this post 😊. Friendly staff. Good service. Good food. Vibrant atmosphere plus..."

Yogesh Nath

"A wonderful dine in experience with our amazing hostess Lila who was absolutely welcoming! The dishes were just perfect! Definitely recommend when..."

Regina Ieti

"Talking about the foods and drinks there, they were equally delicious and appetizing, especially, the Orange cake and the garlic-roasted bread were..."

Rubaiya Kotha

The Shelf

85/100 (2417 ratings)

"Glad to discover this cute cafe. I tried their hot chocolate, deconstructed mocha and normal flat white. Lovely chill atmosphere to hangout with your..."

Rhea

"This my second visits to The Shelf, it's a lovely little cafe to catch up with friends. Their hot chocolate is amazing. This time I have ordered the..."

Rozie

"The food and coffee was soo good. Bagels and salmon was my favorite! Everything in that dish blend in so well together 🥺 I really love this cafe..."

Ja Lahpai

"Enjoyed their korean pork..."

L A

"Nice coffee shop discovery, while walking around the city. They had good flat white coffee and a quaint atmosphere...."

Dins Rodriguez

"Atmosphere was amazing, it felt so cozy to be inside. I loved the wooden plates that was used to serve the food/drinks (which tasted good and made us..."

Lydia Low

"Have yet to try the food but the coffee here is good. The deconstructed hot chocolates is novel although doesn’t really work for impatient people..."

Shannon

"Came by for breakfast/brunch for a handing in celebration. A friend recommended this place because of their deconstructed iced mocha. There were..."

Benedict Uy

"The place is very well-decorated and staff are nice and attentive. The food is delicious and well-portioned but definitely on the pricier side of..."

Chary1235

"The atmosphere here was so great. One of the go to places for a coffee in Auckland. The food and desserts here were great too. Came here multiple..."

Minh Thu

"I came here on a Wednesday for lunch. It was my first time trying this place and I loved it! I ordered the green omelette which was different from..."

Aszy

"I decided to have brunch with a friend at The Shelf because it’s one of her favourite places. The decorations were super pretty and it was so quiet..."

Sharon Louie

"The shelf amazed me with their beautiful ambience with a front section of tables and even lamps?? Further out back is a section with wooden tables..."

The Scarfoodie

"As I work in town I've often come here for coffee. Even if you're not a regular mocha person, grab a mocha or hot chocolate to have in - proper..."

Caitlin Smart

"A good cafe in the heart of the city..nice vibes and interior was great..food is average though..not extraordinary..and a bit..."

Shreya Divakar

"Excellent tasty seasoned food from the magic breakfast meal to the French toast big portions an great presentation. In addition the green tea..."

Anadlz898

"Food was good-not great but the interior is beautiful and classy. Service is exceptional, prices are usual cafe-expensiva type but i guess thats what..."

Angelica Starina

"This is probably one place that il never stop going to! Whenever I get a craving for pasta, I have to go here! Their fettuccine is so creamy and the..."

A.K

"My go to place whenever I’m in town and want breakfast or brunch! The food continuously upholds my expectations and I really enjoy coming here! The..."

Hannah Zheng

"Had my first breakfast here a few weeks back and I must say I was not only impressed with the service but the food quality, OMG!! Definitely..."

CoSMiiCKiiD

"Came here with one of my best friends and got breakie here the other day, was so happy with my waffles, such a pleasant taste and the appearance was..."

Yana Petrenko

"Used to come here a lot for brunch, love their Moroccan Lamb Salad, also tried the Chicken Fettuccine, Belgian Waffle, The Shelf’s Breakfast which..."

💓 K

"I like to go to this cafe at my leisure time. I always order french toast. It is thick and sponge. The banana is sweet and a bit crispy. But I cannot..."

Will Nono

"CRAFTY. From deconstructed special beverages to perfectly constructed freak shakes and smoothies, @50theshelf offers one of the most interesting..."

Brendan Chun

"One of my favorite spots in Auckland for cafe food. Ordered the big breakfast and bagels with coffee on this occasion. Would definitely recommend..."

Leslie Tan

"The interior and ambience is nice, very friendly and welcoming staff. Only thing is the food is a little pricey but if you’re willing to spend some..."

Shyama

"Very good service, food was delivered quickly and is delicious. The restaurant itself is very pretty and has an appealing appearance. Friendly staff..."

Weeaboo Rights Activist

"It’s on high street, very easy to find. A stylish cafe, and presentation is excellent. A little bit pricy, but good for friends to have a relax..."

Wendy Wang

"Ice mocha was pleasant : ) Its a modern layout with quite spacious areas in between tables. Food was average but coffee is worth the short walk..."

~City Life~

"Cosy little cafe on High Street great for a quick coffee break.If you want to be a little fancy, why not try an iced mocha? The best part..."

Tony Shi

"Coming from Wellington I am used to quirky cafes everywhere. This place I really enjoyed. It is the perfect place to work if you are a contractor..."

Nikita Rawnsley-Wratt

"Each time I walk into this beautiful cosy cafe you are greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. A fine selection of drinks, hot and cold food and..."

Tim

"In this Korean cafe, you can get all the fancy drinks and desserts you want. Clean environment, nice staff, prettiest food. Best place to have a..."

LuNa The TuNa

"First impressions are always the most important and ambience of this place really gives a good first impression.Just stopped there for a..."

Ģirts Betmanis

"Food and service were both great! There wasn’t much noise in this cafe which makes it a perfect place to catch up with a friend or two. The shelf..."

Jenney Guo

"Great place for brunch with my boyfriend. I love the hot chocolate since I can control the portion of chocolate. The food are also good tasting...."

Qun Xia

"Super nice interior and ambience to have a chill morning. I only ordered the special hot chocolate here and it definitely was pretty special - it..."

Eunifoodie

"Such a good place for catch ups. The cafe is so cute. I only ordered coffee as i already had lunch, their mocha is so good! My friend ordered a..."

Jb Buen

"Ordered the Belgium Waffle which came out with kiwifruit and grapes, candy floss and whipped cream. Value for money, waffles were crunchy and sweet...."

G1k

"Always love coming here for a catch up and coffee. It has the perfect environment just for that. The food looks spectacular but haven’t had the..."

Crackerjacker

"This place is surprisingly tucked away on High Street, but offers an excellent hide out to dash out some productive work. It's very much a cafe and I..."

Jay

"Been to this place a few times and truly enjoyed the food. Its gourmet meet uni days! The Oreo drink is a must try ! Central location is a bonus !..."

Charissa

"This is such a cute place with amazing food!! It’s just down the road from Uni and I’ve walked past it multiple times and it’s quite easy..."

J.M-Tazzy

"This is a super cute little cafe that serves wonderful food. The food looked amazing and tasted pretty good too, though the flavours may have been..."

Sammy & Raphy

"Great coffee, great breakfast and super awesome croissants. Must try - French toast, chocolate croissant, espresso, iced tea.Also, the..."

Naiya

"I came here on a Saturday afternoon to do some writing (and charge my devices!). I enjoyed The Shelf's free wifi and the mood – it’s quieter and..."

Raymond Tiong

"Coffee is great, the iced latte with coffee ice cube, cute! oreo cheesecake is already brilliant. Also wifi was fast and good, was there for 3 hours..."

Nina Wang

"5 stars for this cafe would be an understatement!!The Shelf cafe has the most chill vibes ever and is located perfectly in the middle of..."

Niki Niki

"If you are ever strolling down High Street you have to try this cozy-cool lil cafe! From the chilled vibes to the neat decor, to the friendly staff,..."

Dani

"Nice decor & drinks. I'm not a fan of hot chocalate but The Shelf's hot choc is really a wow for me. Imagine how cool it is seeing the chocolate bar..."

The. GIANT. Eater

"Love going to ‘The Shelf’ ❤️! Huge fan of their Hot chocolate and their Ice Chocolate 😊 Always a pleasant experience with great service..."

Aisha Mohammed

"Went here on Sunday for the first time. Love this place. The service was great & staff friendly. Coffee and tea are great. Food is delicious too...."

Ken Hita

"I’ve been here for a few times and I just realised I never write a review 😂Came here with a friend from aussie and we ordered a piece of..."

The Poor Foodie

"I feel bad, why because all the other coffee shops that I rated as 5* . The Shelf is a 6*Hands down the best Mocha in Auckland, possibly..."

Scott

"Breakfast here the other day was lovely. Warm and inviting atmosphere with a cool vibe to it. Friendly and approachable staff who greeted me..."

Cherise

"We had brunch at shelf today. I had green tea latte, spicy pork belly burger. My hubby had eggs bene & latte. Really like the latte and eggs..."

Yong Jing

"Extremely good service, delicious food (though a bit pricey) and fast internet. My go to when I’m out with friends or wanting to treat myself...."

Homayra Shafiq

"Had the Belgian waffles and a peach iced tea when I came here for lunch. I throughouly enjoyed the meal and found it to be very filling. The waffles..."

Bailey

"Very nice and quiet place. Friendly and helpful staff with a very welcoming design.Tried the eggs Benedict with bacon and mushrooms and a fresh..."

João Plácido

"The shelf is always good:) kinds staff and free wifi. I love the latte art the most. Bakery is also good to try. I like the cafe atmosphere...."

Alice In New Zealand

"The cafe lives up to its name with the amount of shelves here. You can get all your signature cafe staples here and the prices are..."

I_like_pickles

"Great place to catch up with friends, food is delicious. Presentation is amazing and it taste scrumptious. The detox juice is so good. I had the..."

Miura Elikana

"Nestled just 5 minuets walk from sky city the shelf is easy to get to and provides delicious food, the cafe its self is fairly small, we had a group..."

Chloe Mason

"Came here for brunch with a friend recently. The decor here is cool. The entire place has a relaxed chill vibe. It’s clean and modern and overall a..."

Emma

"Fantastic coffee and food. Friendly staff with beautiful smile. Warm and Cozy! Highly recommend! Barista skill is good! Even cabinet food is lovely...."

Max1981812

"Their Mocha was amazing! Coffee came with a chocolate stick in there and some more chocolate on the side. Super cute. The place was very busy but..."

Auckland Foodie

"Awesome food and coffee! Friendly staff! Chicken pasta is really awesome! Price is good at city centre! Very accessible location along High St! Good..."

Cristiano_phone

"Decided to go catch up with a friend over brunch today and I was pleasantly surprised. From the outside, it looks very busy and there was the..."

Rae

"Nice coffee. And nice food, I ordered an lamb which is different from other cafes. It surprised me. And inside of the cafe is unique in the town...."

Ray

"I love this little cafe! I ordered an almond croissant with a white hot chocolate and will definitely be coming back again. The presentation is..."

Paris Jenkins

"We came here over the weekend for brunch and ordered their mash mash and eggs benedict with bacon&spinach, as well as their special hot chocolate...."

Blackpearl

"very cute and cosy cafe. food was presented beautifully and my scrambled eggs were cooked perfectly but will say they were a bit under seasoned for..."

Charlotteraju

"A good place to grab some breakfast and the ambience would give you a positive vibe. The food served here is pretty fancy and as you would expect,..."

Sanika Chandoskar

"Cool place!The fresh orange juice was great. I also tried the Shelf’s breakfast which was alright. The sausages were delicious but..."

Wapatino

"The Shelf is in a brilliant location on High Street, which I might as well consider my second home at this point. However, getting a table isn't..."

Raj Singh

"Wow! What a cute little shop this was. The interior decoration was ADORABLE!!! Couldn't possibly ask for more in the decorations, plus the staff were..."

Flora The Foodie

"Probably the nicest place in cbd. Nice n quite. Good service. I have tried many of their dishes but their French toast and chicken fettuccine is my..."

Jot

"Portions are a bit small but the taste of the food is amazing. Service is efficient and the decor is very cute. Great place to catch up with..."

Sally S

"I enjoyed my smoked salmon pie and matcha latte. Other food on the menu also looked good. I’m not a fan of the fitout as I’d prefer more natural..."

Tashee

"I love this cafe, but coffee is not great anymore... the last few times, I couldn’t finish my coffee. Food and attention, always the best...."

Mariné Colombo

"If you’re looking for top rate coffee then this is the place. Deliciously strong soy lattes with beautiful thick crema on top. Really nice layout..."

Purpledonnamode

"Came here with a couple friends and shared 3 dishes. The atmosphere was very nice and quiet, a nice place to get away from studies and just chill and..."

Aimee

"Food is set out beautifully, loved the deconstructed ice chocolate, ambience is really great :) Nice instagrammable place to come with a friend, and..."

Lo9ve3r 4s

"Such a lovely unexpected place in the middle of High Street. Great service, fantastic atmosphere - you can try and absorb everything and still be..."

Dini

"with my friends eat brunch～paste so nice～but omelet just so so～drink menu amazing～iced coffee and lemon tea i like^-^next time i will be..."

Rico Shao

"Taste: 🌕🌕🌗🌑🌑Interior Deco: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌑Customer service: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗Recommend:..."

Mon.

"Starting to see alot of these trendy cafes opening up with flash ambience and their own unique way of presenting and serving their products. Shelf..."

Diner8Here

"Love this cute little cafe on High St. It had everything you’d want in a cafe dining experience. Great service, attentive staff, they cleared a..."

Hangry Angee

"Came here in a rainy morning but the ambience is so warm and lovely. Good service. Nice decoration. Probably the most interesting to serve ice..."

Quinn Mai

"This place is so cute! I’ve always seen reviews of it on Zomato and I finally got to try it! I ordered the jack sandwich and berry smoothie, which..."

Jessica Li

"Had eggs bene was one of the top ones I’ve ever had. Got given a deconstructed hot drink which was great. Service was friendly and very fast. Cafe..."

Olivia Small

"The service is pretty good and the food is alright - but better than average but most amazing. I quite liked their pasta dish however found their..."

Angela

"Very stylish little cafe on High Street. I like the simple decoration with wooden shelves and tiny flowers bottles on the table. We had the chicken &..."

Bella Luv Food

"Food was really yummy, I asked for the gluten free eggs benedict with spinach. Ordered the bacon crispy which was great, I'm not a coffee drinker bit..."

Toni

"The place has a nice atmosphere and the food was SOSOSOSO good would recommend coming again!! The staff members were attentive and said thank you..."

Linda Wang

"This place is for people who wants to catch up with friends and have some light snacks. If you're really hungry and decide to come here, you'll be..."

Jason Zhang

"Nice ambience, relaxing music, good food, excellent idea for the drinks (I really love it), and also thumbs up for the customer service! The staffs..."

Jessa Camille Salado

"Came here a few years back and thought the cafe/restaurant was really cute and aesthetic (sorry don't have photos from then) however a little..."

Cathy Fan

"Loved this place! The Shelf is incredibly cute and cosy and always busy- be prepared to potentially wait as it's always in high demand. The drink and..."

Sophie

"The service here is efficient as you have to walk up to the counter and order and pay yourself. The food comes quite fast and the presentation is..."

Aimee.

"I love how extra their coffee serving style is. I live for things this extra - so obviously I loved this place! The coffee was decent and tbh, I..."

Sakshi Chadha

"I've been struggling as to what score to give this place - despite having what I believe to be two of their only downsides, The Shelf is still a..."

Jamie Chiang

"Love the aesthetic of this place. Things are served very nicely often on wooden boards, and the decor inside is very nice. The mocha and hot..."

Grace Su

"Love the breakfast menu. And their cute signature style of drink presentations. A little pricey. The service is good except I always feel like they..."

Tenz

"Is a lovely place with very cute decorations, great space to have catch up with friends. I have been to the shelf on numerous occations, but..."

Julie

"I have been here a couple of times already with my friend. We both love the coffee here and I like their cheesecake. I havent tried meals here but my..."

Ellynn

"Took us a while to venture into here at first but since then have become semi- frequent customers, so to speak. Firstly upon entering the staff..."

Bryan

"The Service was really good. The food which I ordered was delicious. I also ordered hot chocolate which was different style and tasted really good...."

Abhishek Jaiswal

"Used to be one of my go to's cafe in Lorne street before I started expanding my horizon. Still a cute little place. Highly recommend to check it out..."

Tan.ned

"Pretty and unique atmosphere, food was nicely presented and fast despite it being busy! Friendly staff too. Not super affordable for what you get but..."

Joanna 🌷🍵

"Went there saturday morning, great service.didnt wait long for foid to arrive, love their hot chocolate, looked so fancy! Had a big break fadt..."

Mayuyueyes

"I've been here twice, first was for my waffle breakfast then lunch on the second visit. Great atmosphere and clever multipurpose decoration of..."

Joan Blackburn

"Awesome place to go to, great service and, great food. This place has never disappointed me and is always clean. Loves it, would defs go again...."

Sid

"The Shelf is an absolutely adorable cafe that'll make any gloomy day that much more brighter! It has a cute aesthetic that's perfect for solo study..."

Winnie Chauchau

"Fav brunch spot in Auckland! The food was amazing and hencustomer service was also great. They have a lot to choose from so it was great for a picky..."

Sydney

"Love how fast service this place is especially when you are on a fast lunch break. Amazing food and service. Nice little shop, did take us awhile to..."

ChiChi Vareeroy

"Have been to Shelf for breakfast quite often. Usually my go-to place for Eggs Benedict or their Special Breakie.The service is fine, what you..."

Davyd Antipov

"Came with friends a while back - it may look tiny on the outside but don't let that deceive you - there are plenty of seats inside! Had the eggs..."

Annie Zhou

"I really enjoyed my breakfast this morning. Nicely tucked away down the back of the cafe I had loads of time and space to sit and research without..."

Jessica Marie Violet

"Usually go here for business meetings. They make a great hot chocolate that has a stick of Whitakers chocolate in it. Love the teapots that the tea..."

Ugeshni Khan

"The original cool cafe on High St. It used to have Auckland's best barista, who last time I saw him was down on Shortland St, however I can still..."

Frank

"This place is so awesome! So much creativity and fun decor. I got the French toast and a mocha and my friend got a flat white. Love the food and..."

Shelley Blair

"I like their food& coffee!I've been here couple of times and never got disappointed. Plus, their nice plating of food always pleasant my eyes..."

Jade0289

"It was peak hour when we came at around 11:30. I ordered the Moroccan Lamb Salad, and my friend got the Belgian Waffles with extra of ice cream,..."

Oksana Zhang

"we got the chicken fettuccine, when we first had it it was great but it felt a little too creamy and thick...would've been better if we had a drink..."

🌹

"Very friendly and courteous staff, ki quon especially. One of our favorite places for breakfast, only place that can actually poach a creamy egg..."

Billy Weir

"One of the best cafe in the Auckland CBD . I have been walking on high st at so many times but I didn't notice there is a cafe until..."

Rachel Shen

"Wow what a cafe! Been here for breakfast a few times already, and their food is amazing.Not only is it well plated (so pretty!! Instagram heaven!),..."

Ffionachua

"My wife loves it here. Asian fused Cafe. I'm a black coffee guy. So not into the fancy stuff when it comes to coffee. The environment is..."

Tony Ma

"First impressions last forever. The small things make big impressions.This cozy little cafe will not disappoint.I'm a self proclaimed..."

Darren Big Belly

"Cute platter and water bottle, right? I had Italian salami and amond stuffed olives sandwich. The water bottle is complimentary, because I didn't..."

Vivi S

"I've had my first Salmon Bagel in this cozy cafe. It has that vibrant and young appeal to customers. Food cabinet/shelf is always looking fresh and..."

LilMSunshine

"Absolutely loved it. Though the space is small but they have made the best use of it. Perfect ambience for a coffee house. And the place has tempting..."

Preal Gandhi

"First time experience was great. I was very excited and had always been looking forward to their cool creations. Left feeling very satisfied. Good..."

Shayleen Narayan

"Got the B.L.T and Belgian waffles. It was pretty tasty and the atmosphere was cool! I didn't get a chance to try the shakes but they looked really..."

Daniel

"My favourite cafe in Auckland CBDEvery time I have visited Auckland I have always always always stopped at The shelf for a bite. This is..."

Tiffany Shionaka

"The shelf is probably one of the most interesting cafe i've been to lately. I absolutely love the quirky decor, the scientific contraption for their..."

Lia Yosaatmadja

"My friend took me here for the first time. A very comfy cafe and the hot chocolate was amazing, you don't get to find an extra chocolate stick in..."

Choco

"Loved the decor and ambience of this place. There is cafe tables, bar stools/tables, picnic tables and cubicles for private/work, to suit all types..."

I'm Hungry

"Came here today for some lunch with my mum. Immediately the staff were really welcoming! Both my mum and I ordered the poached eggs on toast, and we..."

Daisy Smith

"Went to the Shelf for brunch and ordered the homemade waffles whilst my friend had ordered a toasted bagel. I felt that the waffles were really..."

Eggster Eats

"Went here for brunch. The service was very friendly & welcoming. Ordered a flat white & eggs benedict with salmon. The flat white was too watery for..."

Ms Jones

"Today it was my second visit for lunch and both meal were great. The food was delicious and it was well presented. I'd definitely like to come again..."

Chloe

"Such an interesting place to dine. Very unique and the food tastes fresh. One of my favourite places to stop by for brunch. Their waffles are..."

Taylor Mason

"" Elegant " is the word I would say...was a little difficult for us to locate the place as not being a local... But the struggle was worth it... The..."

Ishan Kulkarni

"Great little coffee place with divine mushroom and bread brunch. Mocha comes out as a spectator drink with chocolate stick that melts as you drink...."

Vicky Lau

"This place is a treat for my husband and I when we're craving good coffee and something sweet. It's located on High Street in Auckland CBD at the..."

Bianca Maceo Heilman

" A very beautiful cafe located in narrow lane called high street. food is on point - we ordered: - the regular homemade waffles, homemade..."

Kaye Arguelles (ZOMATO GOLD CODE: KAYE 6954)

"This is the perfect place to have a coffee catch-up if you are ever around this area. I ordered a waffle and a mocha this time round. I'm am always..."

Jeremy W

"Simply one of the best cafe in town!!Food is always consistently great, and nothing ever gone wrong with the coffee. The place itself is comfortable,..."

Marpaung XVII

"At first I was going to rate 5 stars, because this place serves the best coffee I've ever had in Auckland. I ordered a soy flat white and it was..."

Saskia Yates

"Order latte and quoina salad. It's really fresh and good!!!!!!! The environment is cute and sweet. Hiding in the narrow lane, it's a surprise !!!!!..."

Ally Lee

"If you want somewhere where you know you will get good food the shelf is the go too!! I remember coming here when they first open and they've..."

Jojo B

"Good food & good service!!! Such a cute and chill environment to catch up with friends! The presentation of their food is amazing, will always come..."

Ashley Ly

"I've always wanted to visit this place because I've heard heaps from it and I finally had a chance to. The decor and ambience was great, the music..."

Lovely Maralit

"Not a great photo and only had a coffee with my mother. Exceeds expectations coffee was lovely with the extra effort of chocolate sauce and a whole..."

Jess-Louise Holmes

"A beautiful cafe with great ambience! The perfect place to do work or catch up with friends. The cakes and other food are generally..."

Potatomatoes

"Went here because of the hype, it was okay for a quick dessert but didn't see what the hype was all about. The food was okay & so was the..."

Evaline Shandil

"Everything was well presented and the place was very tidy and clean. Little on the expensive side, but that's expected in town. Food tasted good,..."

Jane

"My friends and I were in the city for brekkie and The Shelf was our top choice. I heard good things and this place had great online reviews. The..."

Food Adventures With AnnaJ

"The staff are super friendly and the food is so creatively displayed. Everything tastes amazing. This is definitely one of my favourite places to get..."

Natalie Johnston

"Came here last week and the ambiance is unique... I ordered their iced white chocolate and it was a superb... Love the taste not too sweet.. I want..."

Joan Cecille De Guzman-Lomibao

"The Shelf is a nice place in city central to hang out with friends, to have some snacks or drinks. Their food are not impressive but I love the..."

Linh 💛

"The best coffee shop I'd been to for these days!My friends and I enjoy the Mocha with chocolate relish and smooth blueberry cheesecake !Wonderful!!..."

Karen Gu

"1. Open Chicken Sandwich (however, minus the bread). I also asked to add an additional 2 poached eggs on the side with hollandaise sauce. Poached..."

Duyen-Kim Nguyen

"■ Good presentation■ Good location■ Huge variety■ On the pricey end■ Limited seating■ Quite..."

FoodieOodie95

"Amazing coffee, lovely service and the food is so consistently perfect. The price is very reasonable especially for the quality of the food..."

Jasmine Laity

"Husband and I came for breakfast, love the decor and vibe of the place!We came around 9am, perhaps it was still too early in the morning,..."

Michelle Ma Belle

"Has to be one of the best cafés in town. Beautiful decor and always quite busy. The mocha is incredibly indulgent and the cabinet is full of..."

Sian

"My visit to this cute little cafe was amazing, I was catching up with my friends and this places allows you stay for as long as you want. Very..."

LuciferTSN

"The decor and the vibe in the cafe is really good. The cubicles are a nice space though if you are sitting in the chairs area, you might be too close..."

Ridad

"One of my greatest little discoveries. Cosy, simple but interesting ambience. Super tasty food served in a picture perfect way. I'm a french toast..."

Bogna Pietkiewicz

"Great coffee and service. Very cute little place on high street. I had the French Toast with fruits which was very nice. Would definitely visit..."

Shika Narayan

"I went to the shelf with a friend and my baby. The staff were super helpful, giving us the end table so we could park the pram and it not be in the..."

Lisa Pearson

"This place is one of the new trendies located right on the top of High Street.We had eggs benedicts with mushrooms, toasts with salmon, ice..."

Eduardo Dias

"Trying to find breakfast in the city is one of my biggest battles and this little joint was one a couple of friends and I tried out. I'm..."

Rhegan Smith

"I ordered a snowhite hot choc i think? My white hot choc a bit too sweet i can not even habdle it but it tastes soo nice💓💓💓 bte never drink..."

Boruru

"First time in the shelf today. 😊 one of my friends recommended me to try their deconstructed drinks so I had this iced chocolate. It was a pretty..."

Joycee

"Shelf has really nice food for lunch and I recommend going, the design of the food is really cool. I recommend the open chicken sandwich and the..."

Philip Doyle

"Such a gem on High Street, a great little cafe with friendly, bubbly service, food is very delicious, maybe add more options for people who are..."

Spencer's Reviews

"What a smoothy and pretty flat white! Only $ 4.20! Don't need to waster money for buying any coffee at star**cks any more. Interior is very warm and..."

Michelle Hwang

"Use to go here all the time on uni breaks for their organic berry smoothie or for waffles. Have been for brunch for the eggs bene and love the pasta...."

Priyanka

"Exceptional! Best coffee and breakfast in Auckland, and all in the same place. Didnt wait more than 5 minutes for food and drinks and was busy at the..."

Joel Nickels

"I've heard many good things about this place and I'm glad to say I was very impressed. The atmosphere was very pleasant. The interior design was..."

Jess

"Funky spot. We went there for breakfast whilst in Auckland last. I had the full breakfast which was nicely presented and I enjoyed the touch of..."

Dan Browne

"Tucked on Auckland City’s High St, The Shelf is a chic & trendy cafe serving specialty coffees, delicious desserts, and an all-day breakfast menu...."

Sophia

"I am very impressed with this café! Great food, service and coffee. Café décor is very beautiful and I love their DIY drink settings. It is a..."

Brave Eat

"Been here a few times for their infamous beverages (The Shelf's Iced Mocha/Iced Choc). Each time, I leave completely satisfied! Not only is their..."

Jess

"Fab find on High Street great for breakfast and even open on the weekend! Recommend the Red Raw juice and BLT was pretty tasty and although no table..."

Jaffa

"Favorite place to hang out with friends, I like the cozy environment there! I always order cake slice with drink. And all taste good, the tiramisu..."

Anastasia

"Love this cute cafe. The food taste really nice and the service is quick which is really good. Definitely gonna go back to this place...."

Danena Wu

"Excellent coffee. A lot of pretty girls like to come over to this place to have a cup of coffee and chill. So do me and my girlfriend. We are..."

McChicken

"The first time I visited the Shelf I was impressed with the decor and how they set the whole place up! I love the little touches they put in making..."

SS

"A cute and busy little shop. The interior is clean and well decorated. However, the reason for the low(ish) rating is because of the food. I ordered..."

Helena

"The oreo cheesecake was pretty good; I liked it because it wasn't so rich (personal taste). The iced latte is pretty cool presentation wise and taste..."

Clare Niap

"Love the waffles we got. So yum and very well made! Everything you order is beautifully presented and follows with their shop's feel and decor. Their..."

Charlotte

"If you're getting coffee, I suggest you get the barista made ones instead of the DIY. It tastes way better! I'm not a huge fan of their savoury..."

Razelle Icaro

"Oh coffee on pint and a cheese cake was amazing. Such a friendly customer service. It's a best place for date.The way they disign and set..."

Farshid Hakimi

"Pretty decent attempt at a cooked brekky, cold toast and only 2 mushrooms was a bit disappointing. Loved the eggs though and tasty bacon, banana..."

James Ford

"Such a cute cafe! I stumbled upon it by accident--blink and you'll miss it, but definitely worth finding. The interior is really well decorated and..."

Campbell Ecklein

"I came here a few weeks ago for brunch with a friend. I had heard many mixed reviews about this place from my friends so I was interested to have..."

Ryan Lal

"Great relaxing spot with amazing coffee and a lovely interior.Super friendly staff and fast service.The drinks at this place are..."

R

"This place is uber cute! The set up in here is something out of a dream. Little vases on each table, cute decorations and fresh fruit infused water..."

Monique Porteous

"I was impressed with management and the set up, this was a great alternative place to catch up with friends. This cafe has a very DIY feeling where..."

Sophia O-W

"I've been to the shelf quite a few times and every time has been a great experience! Staff is super friendly and quick. I love their deconstructed..."

Jessica Teasdale

"As we walked into The Shelf, the first thing we noticed was the cute decor! The modern decor was so pretty and I liked the little trinkets..."

Sheena

"Had such a great time at the shelf. The prices are super reasonable and the seating is super cute. The food came within 10 minutes of ordering,..."

Ru Nyan

"I've been to The Shelf a few times, each time with different people. The food my friends have ordered all tasted nice and I really enjoy my little..."

Melissa

"Really cute little place in the city! The wait is good considering how busy it was when I went, staff were nice too! I ordered the pasta which was..."

Samantha Chow

"Came here with a friend for a catch up. Its a lovely cosy place with a calming ambience. I had the waffle which was crispy and delicious much like..."

Priyanka Victor

"This place is awesome if you like to assemble your own hot chocolate or icy drinks like I do. Excellent touch having a stick of Whittakers chocolate,..."

Auckland Foodie

"Just had a quick soy capp and almond crossiant. Cute cafe interior and the presentation was lovely. Just felt that the coffee and food items in..."

Lucia Park

"Have been to the Shelf twice. Had the eggs Benedict and the BLT (with very underripe avocado). Always good, apart from aforementioned avo, and great..."

Jack Boswell

"Being the cold-beverage loving Gentlepig I am, I headed into The Shelf to sample their much-appraised iced chocolate. What I found was a genuinely..."

Gentlepig

"Friendly energetic staff in such a cozy cafe.Fabulous cake even they charge +20% more than the coffee club.Not to mention that strong taste..."

Regina McDad

"Best cafe to go to when wanting some time to yourself or having catch up with mates. The setting is quite minimalistic with little trinkets on the..."

Nicole Mae Flores

"Modern and esthetic Coffe place!👍The Shelf is one of my favourite coffees in the 💜 of the City.Highlight: Coffee and..."

MommyYummy

"The Shelf is a hidden gem in the city where you can relax, and grab a bit with friends and family. The interior décor is bright and..."

Cath

"Great service and best ice coffee in the city. A very quirky little cafe and any one who loves a bit of creativity would enjoy this place :)..."

Lucinda Thai

"Been here a few times and always very impressed by the food and drinks!The drinks are served in the most innovative way and there are many..."

Winnie Luo

"Been here on several occasions (repeatedly for their Tiramisu slice) , and I'm satisfied by the standard of food every time. Definitely a gem that..."

Huli

"Such a nice little place to go eat Food is amazing Ice chocolate wasn't the best still tasted more like milk but I will totally go back..."

Michelle

Brenda Phu

"Very cute cafe, the decor was one of the reasons we popped in for breakfast. I had the big breakfast around 9.30am, it's now 14:46 and I am still..."

Pearl Simeli

"Cute cafe. Loved the make your own iced coffee concept where you can pour out milk/sugar syrup onto coffee ice cubes to your liking. Would like to go..."

Victoria

"The Shelf is a popular meet up place with my friends. We enjoy the ambiance and the decor in the cafe. We can always expect high quality food and..."

Tian Tian Zhang

"A fantastic place for catching up with work colleagues or with friends. Has a cozy ambience and the food is very nice. Will keep going in..."

#1

"Had Affogato here with a friend, loved the atmosphere and lighting. The place was really cosy and the warm lighting reinforced the ambience. The..."

Annie Ren

"I am on holiday with my friends and find some cafe for brunch. I love the decoration. The food was nice #eggbenedict and coffee is unique..."

Touisme

"One of my favourite cafes in Auckland, really cool decor and a bit quirky! Quite a discreet entrance so one of those places you can almost walk past..."

Beth Owens

"Came here for brunch in the late morning with a friend. The weather has been chilly outside but the cafe was nice and warm inside. It felt like a..."

Rachel

"Was surprised by the food! Had eggs benedict with spinach which was yum! Well cooked eggs and a well sized portion of the other components of the..."

Georgia Dobbs

"I've wanted to come to the shelf for so long!! And I'm so glad I did!! The vibe was amazing and so were the staff!! I was going to order both the..."

Sophie Ly

"First Time going to the shelf and was surprised by their magnificent food and drinks. First up had the deconstructed iced chocolate. The drink was..."

Janet Wu

"Great presentation of food and drinks! Had an iced coffee which was an experience in itself. Had the Caesar salad for lunch and left happy:-)..."

Anna Harding

"Popped in early to see how they prepare for the day and was impressed by the perkiness of everyone here considering it was before 7.30am on a..."

Aucklander

"Best waffle place ever! Will always be my fave. The staff are so friendly, the presentation is the cutest, and the food is to die for. Always..."

Shaayal Singh

"Pretty decent breakfast. Tried the eggs Benedict with bacon, the soup of the day (Tomato Soup) and a Flat White. The eggs Benedict was good but I..."

Joseph Mavumkal

"One of my favourite places to go! It is on the pricey side but the presentation is very cute! I really enjoy the chicken filos here and the..."

Melissa Chai

"Amazing food and coffee presentation. Great service. Food was very good.I will most definitely be back.Cool decor and choice of cutlery and..."

Scylla De Magalhaes

"Wow! It was a great visit to the Shelf!Never expect such good beverages and yummy waffle with fresh fruit on it! I love this place and the food..."

Cindy Ong

"Loved this place! Every thing was so cute down to the toilet paper holder in the bathrooms! The menus are all on a big block of wood and so nicely..."

Cararmel Queen

"The presentation of th food is very pretty, especially all th coffees adding the extra shots of syrup you add in yourself.. Been here numerous..."

Hungry Hippo

"I came here with a group of friends from uni. It was a very cute layout and food/drink presentation but I think it was a bit too pricey for..."

Aniva Huang

"Cutest little cafe in the CBD! Such friendly staff matched by the cute décor ☺️ Food and drink are equally as good, my meal was a..."

Kelly

"Wondering down high street and this little quaint place caught my eye. I love all the wooden shelf filled with little nik naks and the contrasting..."

Mind The Crumbs

"The Shelf is a lovely quirky place to eat, however I do think it is a little over priced for what it is. I had the Portobello Mushroom Open Sandwich,..."

Saskia Kiefte

"The shelf has a character on its own. Quirky and cute, it has a constant flow of people coming in and out, settling in for some java. Free wifi and..."

Janice Chan

"I've been here several time already for brunch and every time the service and food are consistent and top quality. The food is always well presented..."

Elina Yuen

"Great coffee majority of the time. Decor is pretty cool and makes for catching up with friends an alright place. Have never ordered food from here so..."

Sungsam7

"Wonderful atmosphere and food that does not disappoint! You pay for what you get! This cute little cafe is absolutely wonderful and I will no doubt..."

Eva Zhu

"Heard from friends a lot about the compliment of the shelf, I always wanna have a try. Fortunately I went there yesterday .It was about 11 and..."

Shirley Yu

"What a cute little cafe had abit of a hangover one day so decided to come here. Very cute set up great coffee love the whittakers slab with the mocha..."

Chloe-Mae

"Ambience is superb! Trendy décor Food is amazing --- love the presentation! Menu is well put togetherWide variety of drinks ---..."

Salted Karamel

"Came here for brunch on opening week. The staff were lovely, unfortunately the meal timings & service was all wrong but I would happily go back a..."

Doug Surtees

"Cute cafe with a bit of Asian/IKEA-style flair. Substantial meals where a friend got a big lasagne and I, a thai beef salad. Quite yum. Unique way..."

Leenix

"Unique mocha and hot chocolate style which I love - they use little jugs of chocolate syrup. The muffins are awesome, especially the blueberry! Food..."

Claudia Serra

"Great cappuccino and free wifi. Didn't try the hot brekky but the savoury muffin was delicious. Definitely will take my friends here when they come..."

Laura Goodman

"Food is great but sometime the staff can be a bit delayed but I always come here defiantly a great go to place :) the atmosphere was great :)..."

Phoenix Brown

"This is one of the nicest cafe around to meet people for a catch-up. The place has lots of areas created for the enjoyment of your eyes and..."

Sylvielle

"Small, little cafe tucked away on High Street. It has such a beautiful interior and is filled with little knick knacks! Such a lovely atmosphere..."

Christy

"Went here for the first time today! I was confused since there wasn't a menu displayed anywhere. However, I ordered a mocha and waffles and, wow was..."

Kirsten

"First visit! Ordered my favourite creamy mushroom with avocado on side and English breakfast tea ^~^ Great food + good service ! Warm and cozy..."

JJJiiiiAn

"Recently took my mum here for her birthday and she doesn't usually like sweet stuff so we had the waffles with fruit salad and it was amazing!..."

Lennaine

"As much as I was unwilling to go here, I did end up here. I had seen so many photos on instagram and was reluctant to go even with all the great..."

Riddhi

"Photos of the amazing iced coffee at the Shelf has been frequently popping up on my Instagram feed, so I finally ventured out to High Street (where..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"Would be my 4th visit. Just love the food here, great for Vegetarians. I've had the Vegetarian pasta twice (red sauce x2) (white sauce x1), some..."

Hiral Patel

"My recent brioche obsession brought me to The Shelf, a relatively new cafe on High St. Given that they are closed on Sundays, it wasn’t easy to..."

Kiwi Foodie

"I visited one of my favourite Auckland CBD cafes the other day with some friends. I initially was only going to order a drink, but the banoffee pie..."

Helena Chen

"This place is by far my best brunch place in Auckland CBD. I really love their french toast and mocha. They serve their mocha with whitakers..."

Thefoodloverrr

"The Shelf had been on my wish-list for a long time before going! I ended up visiting on a beautiful day with my friends where we walked down from..."

Cecilia Paredes

"This place was on my wishlist for ages and i was excited to go their for the first time. I ordered the waffles and they were amazing, my friend..."

Mady Johnson

"It is a lovely cafe. Food is healthy and nice. Recommend the Thai beef salad! It was beautiful! Only the bad part is the coffee. Too less and not..."

Perlie Hu

"This place was in the wish list since a long time.. Finally managed to get myself here on a Saturday morning for a lazy brunch with a couple of..."

Tony Stark

"It's a cute cafe on high street. It's cuter if you're able to sit down for coffee. A mocha or hot chocolate, you can mix your own chocolate or coffee..."

Bettina Tran

"Great place. The iced mocha is amazing. And so are the banana and bacon..."

Tash

"Weekend ahead, I was overly aware of that and I started it with nothing but superb sweets with my bestfriend. I first came to this place when I met..."

MS LKDG

"Had a snack at The Shelf on the weekend. Firstly, groovy decor! They really maximised the tight elongated space they had to work with. We really..."

Lisa Edgar

"I went to The Shelf for a midweek brunch. I tried to go on Sunday but they are closed, d'oh! You think Sunday would be one of the busier days for a..."

Rebecca Smith

"The atmosphere is great, cool little touches to the tables and walls etc. Service wasn't bad but it wasn't great either. The food was really good,..."

Lisa V

"Today I met with Yatchi from Zomato and we headed to The Shelf for afternoon tea. It was my first time coming here so I did not know what to expect...."

Lucy Lim

"First Experience: I found the service extremely average, I think we came after a rush since I had to ask them to clean the only remaining table..."

Maye Elle

"The shelf is a favourite amongst my classmates at uni and they would always talk about it and tell me to go. But because I am stubborn and like to..."

MissEstherZ

"I live in the city, so I pretty much walk everywhere, this place used to be Esquires, so I was interested what it would become. When I saw the..."

NommyShotTreats

"Link the setting in this cafe, so cute.. Very Asian style of cafe.. :-) The beverages are served in a very interesting way - like my mocha.. It came..."

Asian Fan

"Love the atmosphere at The Shelf! Warm & inviting with probably the best coffee in town and it's consistently good! I'm not too keen on the stool..."

Dog Eats World

"Very Cute Coffee shop with stylish cups of coffee! My taiwanese friend recommend this place to me and ever since then I go there almost twice a..."

Jenny Kim

"I visited this place and was immediately attracted to the interior design of this place. It has a warm, wood theme going on and the shelves on the..."

Heartshrooms

"Is this cafe in the top 50 cafe in Auckland yet? because their dutch coffee, food, bakery, ice tea and ice ade are truly amazing. Interior is lovely..."

Jay

"Came here with a friend - love the vibe. Mixing the chocolate shot and the chocolate stick into my mocha was a lot of fun. Food was beautiful. Just..."

Emily Watson

"I swung by The Shelf on Sunday around 2pm to grab a quick bite with my brother. Let me tell you, the place was hopping! Luckily, we managed to snag a..."

Tammy-Jade Collymore

"Tried chicken sandwiches and hot white chocolate. Food was good. But hot chocolate was not hot enough. The ambiance is good. Caramel bite was too..."

Lijo P James

"Chanced upon this cafe in High street on a Sunday morning quest for brunch with friends. Loved the cafe ambience. It was clean and cozy offering..."

Deepak Mohanraju

"Came in with some hungry lads and was greeted with good service! Good choices in the menu and even better with the food! Some of the best brunch..."

Ted Eason

"A nice breakfast meal range including the drinks. The 'mash mash' meal was very delicious, the corn beef was very flavourful and every bite was..."

Cassandra

"Phenomenal food and quick service with no wait on a Monday morning. Will definitely be going back - the waffle was punishingly good though I sampled..."

Axel Lunbeck

"Super cozy space on the inside, just a little hidden away in High St. We had the French toast and the waffles - both were absolutely delicious, good..."

Kaitlyn

"It’s all good. Atmosphere, the drinks and food. Needs repeated visits. Helmed by a Korean couple with efficient service. Get yourself a table,..."

Alfred L

"Really nice place for teas, coffees and sweet treats. They also offer more substantial items and a full menu but I haven't tried it. Nice teas,..."

Mary Binney

"Great cosy cafe for a read and a coffee, I typically do my work here during the quiet times, the staff are very accommodating and the coffee is..."

SChan

"I say it is perfect, good food, delicious breakfast. Good coffee as..."

Bas

"We enjoyed a delicious breakfast at the Shelf during our stay in Auckland. Our coffees were delicious, and their menu has a great selection, from..."

Carolyn P

"Visiting from Christchurch. Came very hungry, and was not disappointed. Warm friendly atmosphere and great service. Food was the best I've had in..."

Sam Dalton

"Delicious toast but the chai latte is too..."

IsH

"What we ordered: - Belgian Waffle -Watermelon milkshake - Mango Smoothie The price is a bit on the steep side but the watermelon milkshake is..."

Luna Hale

Verve Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

"I've come here a few times with friends. The food is always amazing and the people are friendly. They both have indoor and outdoor seating(so nice..."

Ohkaye

"We had an awesome breakfast here, the staff were friendly and the hotcakes had the perfect amount of sauce to pancake ratio. The salmon hash tasted..."

Laura Blunt

"Super friendly staff and delicious food. We ordered two plates that were not vegetarian asking if it's possible to remove the meat. They offered to..."

Camila Gallo

"I came here on Sunday morning and they provide Really good service. The best coffee I have ever had and delicious food. I will definitely visit..."

Biani Hoskins-Peri

"Great place and really yummy food went here for the first time and what we got tasted great will be dropping by again..."

Tom

"A decent lunch spot, not close the busy areas with other restaurant/ eateries. Friendly staff and good food...."

May Hung

"Everything was really yummy and I love the food here!! Love their mash potato and anything with potato! Hollandaise sauce is really tasty as well...."

Annie Low

"the waiting staff were very friendly . quickly served and one of the best breakfast we had to date. The mocha was to die for. Nice cozy cafe right in..."

Jun Dolon

"It was an very enjoyable meal. Staffs were friendly with good service and the food was nice. Highly recommend and will keep coming..."

Eileen Wang

"Nice cafe in parnell, they have a really nice atmosphere, tried their chicken liver - it was really good, the sauce blends really well with the liver..."

MCP

"Great small cafe, excellent service and the breads and dips especially were a fantastic and cheap starter for two. Had the beef burger, good size and..."

Elliot Lewington

"Very satisfying. We came with ZGold. The chicken livers were delicious and prepared perfectly, even the sauce was absolutely fantastic...."

Tony Ma

"Had the verve big breakfast. Pretty decent. Bit odd to find a lamb cutlet in a big breakfast but I’m not complaining. Spoke to one of the..."

Hungry D

"Normally I passed by I always grab a lovely belly filling BLT sandwich and a trimmed flat white, this time I stopped and had a most delicious pasta..."

Blake Ma

"Prices at this cafe are so good, as well as the serving sizes! I got the avocado on toast but instead of bacon they swapped it out for Halloumi, the..."

Jenny Kim

"If you are staying in Auckland or the surrounding area, do yourself a favour and stop in at Verve for breakfast or lunch. The whole street has a..."

Daniel

"The food is a bit pricey, but I love the place especially in the week end morning. The Cappucino was good especially the froth is creamy and smell..."

Kicky

"Both our meals cost under $15 each and was so filling and satisfying. Had eggs benny with spinach and it was just delicious, we also had a classic..."

Fraser Lewis-Smith And Alana Ah Tani

"This place is fantastic! Food is delicious and large servings and the staff were very friendly. This place will definitly become my new local cafe...."

Samantha Treadgold

"You ever just want to save money but also at the same time you feel like having breakfast or brunch at a nice cosy cafe? I’ve found the spot just..."

Food.review.nz

"$10 lunch special!!There was a wide range of lunch special on the board and in the end I went for a bacon and tomato sandwich with fries...."

The Poor Foodie

"We got a super late lunch/breakfast here(it was about 2pm and we hadn’t eaten anything yet....) I had a bit of a sweet tooth and got the vanilla..."

Jessica Li

"A very chic cafe with great outdoor seating areas. I got the Vanilla hotcakes. a real delicacy! they also have an extensive 10 dollar specials menu..."

Todd

"Great place.. staff are very friendly. Food came out really quickly and for the price i was shocked.. moat certainly coming back here..."

Izak Chads

"I wandered into this café as it was one of the few places open at 3pm on Parnell Road. Excellent service and decent amount of seating space both..."

Raymond Tiong

"We tried some of the $10 lunches and found that they were really tasty and good portion sizes. The people here are so lovely and had great customer..."

Foodie Chronicles

"Had my brekkie here today and holy macaroni, absolutely amazing food and coffee, cheap prices for their specials and fantabulous service!!! Defs..."

Swsammiii

"This cafe is in a great location with a lovely deck area to sit in out the front. We were given friendly, efficient service. I oredered the eggs..."

Briar McGlynn

"Went to verve after badminton in Uni last weekend. For $10 I got a very big portion. A very good price indeed however the poached egg wasn't very..."

Janet Wu

"Awesome joint, really friendly staff along with nice meal plus location makes a good place to chill. I had a egg Benedict with bacon and it was..."

Gary

"Staff were attentive, food was fantastic and the atmosphere was good. Would recommend it to anyone looking for a well priced meal with a decent..."

Karl.jc.daniels

"Beautiful cafe! I loved the inside and the food as well!Staff members are really lovely!Loved the mince on toast with poached egg..."

Eaterholic

"Every time I come here it's a great experience. The food is awesome, the staff are friendly and attentive and it's a nice setting. The French toast..."

Ccatm

"I tried the poached eggs with avocado, bacon and spinach on grained toast.The poached eggs where nice and runny, the avocado had an unexpected..."

Heidi M

"I ordered the house made potato hash stack. Service here is excellent and the waitress allowed me to swap bacon for mushrooms in between the two..."

Priscilla Khang

"recently discovered this place, have been trailing up and down Parnell and have to say this has become my new favourite brunch cafe! Food is quickly..."

Dyana Metson

"I've been here three times and I've had a mini Verve breakfast and a pasta salad. The mini Verve breakfast is really nice and it's quite cheap for..."

Chicken Wing

"Amazing service! Food was really good too. We had breakfast. It was all very fresh and the food came very quickly. We would defintely come back when..."

Ayesha Albuquerque

"Came here for lunch a few times. The service is amazing and attentive. The house smoked salmon is a must try!A really nice place to..."

Aniva Huang

"I came here this morning with my friend who had come up from Rotorua for the night; he was saying how all the coffiees in Rotorua are absolutely..."

Stacie Pettersen

"I went here with a friend for breakfast on Sunday and out meals were delicious! I had the French toast which was divine and my friend had a special,..."

Fiona M

"Love the mushroom buschetta! Good food, good service, good setting, Nuff said. Definitely a place that I would revisit!..."

Clarissa

"Came here today and my partner ordered big breakfast and i had the mince toast. The serving was good for its price and service was good. Mushroom was..."

Joanne Chiang

"Time and date: Weekday LunchFood ordered: Prawn on toast and a long blackTaste: Adequately flavorful Environment:..."

Cheap Cheap Foodie

"Someone told us about the big breakfast so we had to try. We were not too disappointed although the lamb chop was small and tough otherwise it was a..."

Sungsam7

"Slotted in between the chocolate boutique and the coffee club, this cafe lives up to the surrounding competition by serving incredible dishes that..."

Lucia Zhang

"I often stop in Verve and apart from the occasional mess up with my orders I do still enjoy my visits. the $10 menu is the only menu I ever order off..."

Jasmine Lang

"We stop in here often. This place is interesting. The staff are always friendly and attentive. The coffees are consistently very good. They are $3..."

Des Shinnick

"i go this place once or twice a week and i think its great- they are often busy but excellent prices and staff always ask if we are happy with our..."

Mini Khan

"I did have to wait a while for my food, however it came out fresh and tasty.The coffee is somewhere between drinkable and not too bad..."

David Boshier

"I had a friend up from Wellington, who I wanted to treat to my usual haunt cafe in Parnell, however she led me into Verve Cafe and I couldn't get..."

Gracy Parlour

"First time at verve as we got some deal vouchers.When I phoned in for a booking it was very short notice but the person that answered it was very..."

Charissa

"This is my favourite cafe in terms of food quality and taste - Everything I have tried from here has blown my mind! Their downfall is that it is..."

Dani

"The food was beautiful, my son said it's the best burger he's ever had. I had the bacon and chorizo hash, was delicious. The staff were friendly and..."

Rebecca Ryan

"Really love the chill vide here，the boss is really nice. Food is definitely yummyyyyy🥺🥺will come here to eat again and..."

Eliz Lee

"Verve Cafe is a great spot with a nice atmosphere and indoor/outdoor flow. The service is great and the staff are friendly, but at $8.50 for an iced..."

Hamish Dorrington

"My wife and I enjoyed lunch here with really good cappuccino. It was so good we returned for a cappuccino and pastry. Yummy! Nice service too,..."

Joseph Murray

"The smoothie was very nice, both taste wise and looks wise. The long black was great. The crispy skin salmon was good, but I didn’t enjoy the base..."

MARK MA

"I had an incredible dining experience at this restaurant. The pasta and the Benedict Eggs with Bacon, Mashed Potatoes, and Spinach were exceptional...."

HeungMin Son

"Nice food, staff very friendly and..."

Che Man Yu Chemanyu

"amazing! great food, quick wait times and polite staff. will def be coming..."

grace

"Been here 3 times already and amazing food and very well priced! Absolutely tasty. Highly..."

Shauna Dougherty

"Good coffee and breakfast. This cafe has a really nice outdoor seating area. Good range of $15..."

Julia

Altura Cafe & Roastery

84/100 (1689 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

"We came for the coffee as roast their own. We also had some food from the cabinet. They have variety of savoury options and surprisingly all we had..."

Airini

"A great spot on the north shore that specialises in good coffee (roasting their own coffee beans and sells specialist coffee items). Cabinet food..."

Ju W

"Been coming to this cafe since I moved to the area and has been a staple for my wee fam! Great food, friendly service and they always have water for..."

Zara Booth

"First time we went to this cafe last weekend. A lot of my friends recommend them and their coffee beans! We ordered french toasts and long blacks. It..."

Kaye Galperina

"Excellent food and nice coffee. Omelette was awesome. made my day! I'll be back again for sure. Thanks team..."

euijeong KIM

"Found this little gem in the industry area. The coffee was good and the food was tasty. The staff were so friendly that we feel delighted. We..."

Sarah Murray

"Really good coffee and food. Service is fast. They are so busy that popular food items may run..."

KM

"Great food and great service. Love their coffee menu. You can also try manual brew coffee. Had their breakfast burger which was totally on..."

Ben Lau

"Very fast delivery i was shocked ever knew a company can deliver the coffee tomorrow-of the day pf order. Love the coffee beans. From one time..."

Somaia Hassany

"Great experience here with the family. Kid friendly and plenty of room. I had the mince on toast and it was as kiwi as it can get. Service was real..."

Odyssey L

Postal Service Cafe

84/100 (1221 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Good spot for brunch. Went with some friends, good vege/vegan options. I had the huevos rancheros and were great. Space is a bit limited inside, but..."

Boty

"First time here. The atmosphere was great and the staff members were very friendly. I had the smokey eggplant on toast and the taste was marvelous...."

Teresa Kaori

"Absolutely loved brunch at Postal Service Cafe! Came in on a Saturday morning around 11.30am and it wasn’t too busy. We were seated promptly and..."

Hinali Patel

"I love this cafe. A special splash of colour in the midst of all the grey. Lovely people, amazing coffee (pretty strong), and tasty food. But I must..."

Cranberrycrackers

"Came here with the girls for a Saturday Brunch. Was so hard to choose because everything sounded amazing! I ended up going for the free range eggs...."

Loren Prince

"I never told the friend i came with that this café served no meat (lol) but I very quickly changed their mind about meat-less meals. I’m not Vegan..."

Chan Can Eat

"Nice place for gooooood cup of coffee, good service. vege friendly menu which I have not yet try it. I will come back to try something on the menu..."

JunYong Lin

"Best brew in town. Black, white or cold brew they’ve got all the options ready for you. Only reason they don’t get 5 stars is because they..."

Anastacia

"the cafe is located on the corner of Williamson and Great North Road. Keep an eye out for the blue wattle of the kokako or the blue facade of the..."

Benedict Uy

"Went here due to tiger burger being closed over Xmas. So glad we did had been here years ago and weren’t that impressed. Food looked and tasted..."

Pick&Mix

"Brought here by my friend in the name of trying “vegan brunch” which was not such an exciting idea to a meat lover like me. However, the food..."

Raeray

"This is a nice cafe that serves good coffee and tasty food. While the menu may not boast the largest selection, it is certainly on the more original..."

Mmmfood

"It’s been 5 years since our last review of Kokako - can you believe it? That review only had Lou and Innie at the table… this time our party was..."

Husk Creative

"pretty busy cafe, was there on a Saturday. Food is vegetarian and very good, nice hot chocolate. Staff was friendly but forgot our meal, otherwise..."

Clove

"Awesome cafe. Busy Sunday morning and the first day of their new menu but we didn't have to wait that long for food. We all really enjoyed our meals,..."

Abbey Lissaman

"Kokako deserve a special mention with their menu predominantly designed for Vegetarians and Vegans. Kudos on standing out in that area! For such a..."

Rathi Ramamoorthy

"Has been eyeing this restaurant for a while and glad to finally here. We ordered four dishes + 1 side from the menu and everything were very pretty,..."

Jessica Halim

"A beautiful hidden spot at the corner in Grey Lynn. The cafe layout is a bit industrial but still cozy and separates the space very nicely into..."

ScoopScoop

"Gets my vote for best vegetarian cafe in Auckland. You could even take meat-eaters here and they'd be happy, the food is so tasty. Well known for..."

Julia Louise

"Enjoyed my coconut milk mocha with cinnamon and brownie bite on the side. Yum! I have been missing Welli coffee and their coffee made me feel at..."

Kaoseumu

"Such a homely feel, lots of nooks and corners and heaps of trendy people on their MacBooks. I feel out of place LOL! No doubt they have..."

ShoRt

"Mind blowing explosions of taste. A little pricey for what is in your plate but so delicious. (Not to mention the waiters looked just as delicious)..."

Miss T

"I am primarily a carnivore and love my meats when I go out for a meal. That being said however the food at Kokako is one of the most tastiest dishes..."

Chumq

"Neat little cafe in Grey Lynn. Amazing interior, fresh and delicious food and most importantly, amazing coffee. The flat white was done perfect but..."

Carolyn Kim

"This simple cafe is one of the best in grey lynn.. the food are great especially the Burnt Butter and Zucchini Waffles! Staff are good too and prices..."

Maureen Grace Kuran

"WOW was so impressed with this place. Service was spot on. I often go to places and think this is a nice meal that I could make at home but I could..."

Rosemary Bailey

"Best gluten free breakie I have had in Auckland yet! The buckwheat pancakes are the perfect treat. So many gf options. Ideal for all gluten freers..."

Sarah Shaw

"Coffee cup sizes are downsizing all across cafes, except at McDonalds & Wild Bean Café. We found the same here when we saw patrons drinking coffee..."

Hemant Vora

"Absolutely faultless! This place is a dream for those with gluten or dairy intolerances or any food allergies! They are very accommodating and open..."

Annie Scott

"I've been to Kokako several times for coffee. It's almost always spot on, my pick for coffee in Grey Lynn. Food wise, I haven't been often..."

Michael

"Such a cure little cafe in the midst of grey lynn village. We stopped here for some coffee in between some mad house hunting on a Sunday morning. The..."

I'm Hungry

"Had delicious brunch here today. I had the savoury waffles with mushrooms and truffle oil which was delicious. Coffee was excellent and so was the..."

Katy

"Great place have been a regural loyal customer for 2 years and the staff is awsome, Andy the Batista makes the best coffee and the manager Jo is cool..."

John Kaminski

"Spectacular breakfast - very accommodating with my tailoring of the menu and very friendly staff. I got the Vegan hash without the mushrooms and..."

Zoe Ann Hopkins Chorn

"Very coffee orientated cafe! Great place for coffee lovers to go and try different types of coffee. Originally wanted to order a Chemex but..."

Winnie Luo

"As far as vegetarian Cafes go this is hands down the best place I've ever been to. The coffee is really well made, and the cold brew is great as..."

Vincent Warner

"Kokako is a surprising find and definitely one of Grey Lynn's better cafes, with a great menu and nice atmosphere. The staff are always really..."

Isi

"How have I been living in Grey Lynn for so many years and never thought to pop in to try out Kokako!What an amazing experience! Good food..."

Tania Louk

"Great combinations with flavours - absolute favourite in the photo and amazing coffee. Makes me feel so good when eating there and the salads are..."

Layla Bluck-Wulf

"Great spot. I had the Hash and enjoyed it. I am not a grizzler but they should check the temperature of the coffee. It was really warm, not hot...."

Neil Fieldsend

"Kokako. Has a nice ring to it! Very cutesy I must say. We've been to this quaint and funkily decorated cafe twice now. Don't know what it was before,..."

HappyTummiez

"Another one of my favourite places. Smoothies are amazing!! I got the energiser sandwich I think and it was the best thing ever. 10/10 recommend. And..."

Hannahlouisewho

"Kokako is Grey Lynn's glorious, humming hub of damn good vegetarian fare and organic (house-roasted) coffee. The best part is that it's open from..."

Ashlee Adams

"This cafe is very quite and cosy with lots of seating and gets a lot of sun midday. I ordered the free range scrambled eggs on toast on toast with..."

Lilli Crossland

"A must for all vegetarians/vegans/anyone in need of a healthy, tasty pick me up. Had the creamy mushroom ragout on risotto cake and the berry..."

A

"I have been to this place few times recently. Tried some vegan food which was top notch. Service was fantastic. Great place to catch up with few..."

Las Akurugoda

"Great venue, great service, great food. Stumbled across this spot while walking down great north road looking for something to eat. Will definitely..."

Scott Kennedy

"Only had coffee and cake but Kokako was spot-on. Their building doesn't look particularly inviting from the outside but inside is spacious, light and..."

Steph Korucu

"Awesome spot with the best coffee! In love with the full veg menu and I'm not even vegetarian! A place to beat in the Grey Lynn/Ponsonby area...."

Samantha Galvez

"Kokako is always consistently good. The coffee is hot and strong and the different blends are always nice to try...or get a chemix if you're feeling..."

Paul Evans

"Because my partner loves chemix coffee and he want to have a little lesson so we visited there.We got a best table just in front of the Batista..."

Ririchan

"Was nice having brunch here, really like the decor and the vibe. Had yummy soy buckwheat pancakes - was worried about might be very sweet with the..."

Saber Xie

"Kokako is just a short walk away for me but I must admit, when I visited the other afternoon it was a bit of a disappointment. I ordered..."

Gem McLeod

"Being a vegetarian I'm normally only have 2 options but here I struggled to make up my mind !! I got the braised lentil which were really yum. The..."

Kitty Macleod

"The staff here are wonderful. Always smiling and friendly. Delicious coffee (they even do a coconut milk flat white) and the hash cake is..."

Liz

"A little on the pricey side but you can see why as Kokako cafe seems to use quality ingredients and the staff are always great and seem really happy,..."

Olive

"5/5 simply because you can't beat their creamy mushrooms!! I'm addicted. Coffee is always amazing too! Friendly staff and pretty good service. Highly..."

Whitney Astrea Choat

"Great vegetarian menu and one of the best tofu scrambles I've ever eaten. Yes it was good! Fab coffee and kid friendly without being too rowdy..."

Varsha Paul

"I like this space, it's bright and clean and the staff are attentive and always happy to explain their beverages menu. I've been a few times and if..."

Vitale Eti

"great food and interesting to try their food - being organic and vegetarian they have some interesting things , that all tasted quite good - their..."

Hugh Lloyd

"Great atmosphere and service with good coffee, although the batch brew can be hit and miss on the taste, nice long black though. Value for money..."

Bizcochito

"First time ever in this cafe my first impression was it's traditional settings very beautiful and now down to the coffee alwsome was with a friend..."

John Kemp

"Nice variety of coffees combined with good baristsas, friendly and attentive staff and kid friendly atmosphere make it a must visit. Rotating menus..."

Amit Tripuraneni

"Food: This organic vegetarian cafe has a unique and creative menu. Don't expect the usual items nor will there be bacon or sausages. Kokako uses..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"Organic vegetarian cafés are trending in Auckland atm and why not jump on board. Kokako offers a wide variety and unique menu (despite the no meat..."

Monica

"Had lunch there yesterday, although pricey but loved the meals and would certainly go back. we had polenta bake with mushrooms and scrambled tofu -..."

Nita

"Wasn't expecting much when I arrived here for brunch around lunchtime on a Thursday but I was (very) pleasantly surprised. I had the bubble..."

Caitlin

"This is hands down my favourite place for breakfast in Auckland. COFFEE - Amazing. Best in Auckland. Smooth, velvety, on the milder side...."

Sarah

"Love this cafe - have been numerous times in the past couple of weeks and the service has always been exceptional, the food delicious and the coffee..."

Rhian Huggard

"I was very pleasantly surprised with Kokako. The coffee and food were all delicious. The food is all organic and free range yet the prices are..."

Jane K

"Very surprised by some of the reviews here. I had lunch at Kokako today and thought the food was fantastic. How refreshing to have such a..."

Shelly Pip

"Pro: Organic food and coffee, lots of plantbased options, very yummy, great variety of coffees to choose from, very friendly staff, nice atmosphere...."

Juku

"This newly opened cafe is an absolute delight. For a start they roast their own branded wonderful organic & fairtrade coffee - very interesting..."

Gerard

"I like to visit a lot of cafes around Auckland & I have to say this is my new favourite. I do prefer healthy food so this ticks the boxes. The..."

Jo Fountain

"Just thought I'd offer my 2 cents as I couldn't agree less with the previous poster (in fact I thought I had the wrong café when I read their..."

Glen

"Pretty neat and quirky little place tucked away in the corner of an intersection in grey Lynn. As soon as I looked at their menu, I instantly got..."

Peifen Chua

"Good coffee, great food, child friendly but with people from all stages of life. Friendly fast service. The best tofu scramble I've eaten. Healthy..."

Jason Paul

"You may have heard of Kokako coffee, they supply coffee to cafes all around Auckland. In addition to their roastery in Grey Lynn, they also have a..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"The Gourmet Vegan Breakfast is one of the best I’ve had. Everything was prepared and cooked to perfection. Will definitely be back again,..."

Samuel Goodwin

"We came here before an event that was happening nearby, so we didn’t know much about the cafe before walking through the door. We were completely..."

Maria Khaydar

"BEAUTIFUL presentations. Great vegan options! Would highly recommend trying this cafe for the warm salad and chia..."

Puja Shah

"Lovely little cafe for brunch. Nice ambience, very well presented food with loads of options for all sorts of dietary needs. Great coffee, everything..."

Shannen Commons

"The coffee was great, I love the vegan breakfast it was..."

Lulu Cortez

"Excellent food n beautiful presentation, enjoyed every single bite of the meal. This cozy restaurant is one of the best vegan place in town and..."

Aqeel Hasan

"Note: it is vegetarian here. Came here on a weekday - lots of space and tables to work and eat. Latte tasted great - strong, flavourful and not..."

Judy S

"yum food and awesome that they can make most of it vegan!! friendly service staff too..."

Isabella

"Great vegan breakfast, coffee was excellent, and service really good. Prices, slightly on the high side, but can't fault the..."

Dr Mike

"been here 3 times now and every time i am so pleased with the experience, cafe is mostly vegan and offers a huge range of gluten free options. Staff..."

Maddy

"From interior design perspective, This old historic space has been transferred well into a Cafe. The steel frames play a big role to reshape &..."

Haiying Shi

"Great coffee and vibes. Good for vegans with lots of vegan food..."

Adam Rivers

"Super amazing vegan, GF breakfast! The portion is perfect. Food is beautifully plated and the place is just gorgeous! The interior design, plants and..."

Shirlee Xue

"This has become my goto place for breakfast/lunch with the new menu! There are many options to choose from for Vegan/GF. The team is super..."

Louise Lakier

"Yum yum yum. It’s all vegetarian/ vegan dishes ! Portions and price is very decent. The buckwheat pancakes weren’t overly sweet and the coconut..."

Dana Young

"Delighted to find this cafe on the corner. Has a clean setup that feels great and conducive for productivity, lovely staff members, and good coffee...."

Marielle Ibarra

"Wonderful vegan cafe and very attentive service. Everyone is very friendly, the food is very delicious. A good cafe for vegans and vegetarians. A..."

Betty33

"Everything was great! Loved the nitro cold brew and our table was offered a sample too. Great service and obviously are passionate about coffee..."

Eve B

Caffe Massimo Newmarket

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"One of the best cafes in Auckland. Friendly, efficient with great coffee and food. True European vibe and great..."

George Adam

"I worked here for a few months while travelling. Hardworking family run cafe with friendly staff. Get there early for a blueberry muffin or blueberry..."

Courtney Gemmell

"Iv been going to this cafe for years and the owners are just kind and there staff they have are always great . Best coffee I could ever have and the..."

Dan Fisher

"Our new fav... Friendly staff, great coffee and amazing food... Highly..."

Adrîhaña Ayîdeñ

"I was there yesterday. Everything was sensational. The Staff were rather friendly. The food was divine. I was so glad to be there. Specifically the..."

Mehmet Şifo Başaran

"I come here daily for a green tea before work. The service is always impeccable and on the odd occasion I get food it's always..."

Rosie Leonard

"Amazing food amazing service will defiantly be back thank..."

Lauren Lum

"Delicious breakfast. It was good to get out of the stormy weather and experience expert service. Thank..."

Dermot McQuarrie

"For a cafe to be great it first needs amazing coffee - Massimo's roasts it's own so it's always fresh. You can also buy a bag of freshly..."

J Went

"My favourite cafe when I’m in Newmarket. The food is great, the chai is always hot (not always the case in many cafes) and the service is great...."

Scott

"Yum!! Stumbled across this gem when wandering through the streets of New Market and boy, am I so delighted I found this place. Highlights include the..."

Claudia

"Been coming here regularly for four years now. Service is always very prompt, and food is consistently good..."

Ross Clarke

"Love this place. Friendly staff really makes my day. I love the fireplace and amazing coffee. Being a picky person when it comes to coffee especially..."

Tea Vastag Zang

"Love this place, the food and lovely staff. The atmosphere is SO nice with the fireplace in the winter. Coffee is fabulous . They won me over now I..."

Ria

"Relaxed friendly atmosphere and good service. The food is very acceptable also. Coffee has great flavour. The furniture is conducive to business..."

Damon Pooley

"Great friendly staff, go here weekly as work in the area, tasty food and awesome coffee, beautiful warm fire and cozy feels. Would highly recommend..."

Frankie

"I loved the experience going to Massimo, food was excellent, clean and comfortable venue with lots of room and service was friendly people happy to..."

Nick Allan

"Great coffee spot with friendly staff. Always a good experience here.The food is ok, but I like the location on nuffield. They make good..."

Tony Ma

"Their coffee is great! I’ve tried almost cafes in New market and only their coffee didn’t let me down. Aromatic, not sour at all, just..."

LilianMonaghan

"Had a lovely (5/5) coffee in a relaxed atmosphere by the fireplace. Definitely recommended. It usually gets pretty busy at the weekends so book or..."

DC

"This cafe is just the best! Yes sure, probably there are cafes with even better and more sophisticated menu, however the food here has never..."

Vanya Simeonova

"Outstanding Cafe and service very inviting and a great place to do abit of work as well. Often come here and always a pleasure, food is fantastic..."

Marti Amos

"Have been going to Massimos for a few years now. Cafes in Newmarket come and go but it's clear why Yasin and his friendly staff have been here..."

Pich Copeland PT

"Massimo serves consistently great coffee, with friendly efficient service. Nice muffins and the express breakfasts are an economical option to kick..."

Gareth Neilson

"Great spot with parking out the front for convenience. Amazing warm atmosphere with staff that smile and are attentive without being in your space..."

Shane Arnold

"Coffee is always made to perfection, I go to Massimo for breakfast every Sunday, the breakfast bowl is amazing. It's really clean, fresh, and..."

Miss Monkey

"I had such a wonderful experience here after a bootcamp workout session. The Breakfast bowl is to die for, all the best quality ingredients and the..."

Anna Faber

"Good food and excellent service. The owner Yasin serves the guests himself and he is lovely. Been a few times and he remembers faces. Great location..."

Angela Soh

"Amazing service from the staff and amazing food lovely setting as well perfect for lunch was very impressed will defiantly be back! I had the..."

Lauren Lum

"Ordered the Massimo Beef Burger w/ Fries. Generously sized burger, didn't wow me but I still enjoyed it. Could've done with more fries, but then..."

Raj Singh

"We got the express breakfast. I got avocado dip, mushrooms and hash brown for only $10. (Vegan). However my friend got the same as me with extra eggs..."

Aimee.

"Loved this desert - was nothing left on the plate so lucky l took a photo of it 🙃 l think they might be doing take away as well so its worth..."

Razvan Gradinaru

"Delicious and huge portions!! I ordered the pancakes which were very good! The bacon and fruits were a great addition and the fruit taste so fresh!!..."

Heidi

"What a hidden gem! Theres not many good places to go in Newmarket for a great breakfast but Massimo ticks all the boxes! Stumbled across this..."

Laura Ind

"Amazing! I really love this place. Definitely a great choice for breakfast or lunch if your in the area Food is top notch and the service is..."

Truce Arcane

"Food was very yummy but what made it even greater was the service, it was although the place was packed. We had multiple mains, smoothies and coffees..."

Teara Levy

"Every time I come in they take such good care of me. The staff are incredible and the food is amazing! Truly would recommend this place to anyone..."

Clyde Toelupe

"I've been here several times and absolutely love it. Massimo is the perfect embodiment of a traditional cafe. The coffee drinks are strong and rich...."

Casey Persson

"I have been a customer at Massimo for so long. They do great job. First of all they make amazing coffee as well as their food is also fantastic. I..."

Mercan Kazankiran

"My partner and I come here almost every Sunday. Love the food, love the coffee, love the people! We like to try out different breakfast places around..."

Katie Koerber

"This is my favourite cafe in Newmarket. I love this place for it's GREAT coffee, relaxed, warm vibe and the delicious food. The staff here are always..."

Richard Lambert

"This place is awesome - not only is all the food totally delicious, but the man who makes the coffee is suburb! Cafe Massimo in Newmarket has a great..."

Diana

"Great place for weekend brunch, good range of choice for food and drinks. Friendly staff and interesting decoration. There are plenty of street..."

CrazyCatLady_EmmaC

"Got the Grab One deal for Massimo and found it good value for money. We both ordered the Hash browns for breakfast and really enjoyed them, I only..."

Ashleigh Michelle

"I came in here today to had breakfast. They had a delicious special which included a breakfast option and a drink for $12! I was able to change my..."

S&G Take Auckland

"Good lunch place, tried different dishes, quite liked all of them. Service is friendly and quick! Little fire place inside makes it cozy especially..."

Iris Iris

"Just so love my coffee here every morning,such friendly staff, great selection of food and they open so early.Many regulars keep it up Massimo..."

Franhorsman

"A few of us dropped by for the first time. Nicely sized to assure a seat. Well positioned for both drivers and those on foot. Enjoyable surroundings...."

OldGoatsKnowBest

"Came here at about 10ish while waiting for my car being fixed nearby. Ordered Mocha, and Creamy Mushroom. I like the way they put the smiling face...."

Patrick Tong

"Have enjoyed my lunch visits here. Customer service was very lovely. Came here with a friend and then again with family. Both times we were treated..."

CJ

"This is a great place to grab a bite if you're in Newmarket! With a varied menu for breakfast and lunch you're sure to find something to feed you're..."

Where To Next Auckland

"Came here for breakfast with some friends. The service wasn't very good, waitress seemed a little rude really. Food was good, nothing spectacular...."

Vicki Ko

"Fantastic place, nice food with warm and friendly service. It is an owner operated place and, seems like, this dude has twin brother as his always..."

BarbaYani

"Haven't been here in years but needed an early breakfast & they are open before 7am.Great to see that service is as good as ever - quiet but..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Served with a smile, and quickly. Ordered a Massimo Breakfast plate, good amount on it, though the mild chizoro was actually quite spicy, a touch..."

Don C

"Great quality ingredients. Very tasty. The cheese in the lamb salad was very fresh and the lamb was very tender. I was very impressed and enjoyed..."

Jing Kha

"Have been here a handful of times and love it! Staff are very attentive but not overbearing and service is quick but not rushed. I order the all day..."

Aimee R

"So yummy!! My boyfriend and I were looking to go out for breaky and needed somewhere central and open at 0730 in the morning! This was our stop. Such..."

Jojo B

"Great service friendly staff who are genuinely interested in how your day is going. The new breakfast menu is something definitely worth..."

Bryn Morgans

"Awesome spot. Great coffee, amazing breakfast. Would recommend to anyone. I generally get a long black and their big breakfast and they near perfect..."

Oliver Such

"Awesome place to go have a coffee by the fireplace on a cold winter morning, excellent service and very reasonably priced food. Savoury scones are a..."

Shabbir Gin

"Came here for brunch on Sunday morning, moccacino was made perfectly, ordered the homemade hash browns with bacon, delicious! Would highly reccomend ..."

Nicole Jana

"I came here yesterday at lunch time, it was quite full. I had the pan fried chicken livers with poached egg, spinach, bacon, and mushrooms. I thought..."

Di

HJ

"I am a very regular visitor to Massimo's, 30+ visits of dining in for breakfast or lunch, or just a lazy coffee.I keep coming back for..."

Tim Johnson

"Another consistently good spot in Newmarket. Good lunch specials and a MASSIVE brunch menu. The same guy has been here for years and he genuinely..."

Louise MacNaughton

"Had an excellent breakfast on the morning of the rwc final win. The eggs Benedict was fantastic and quick fast service early in the..."

Matt Tieu

"The staff are super friendly and welcoming and the food and drinks are really good so my friends and I always find ourselves here after shopping, the..."

Kathy Xu

"Very nice. Went here for breakfast with my boyfriend, I ordered French toast and it was so yum! Lots of cinnamon which was tastey! Shame about..."

Sumner Elliott-Moore

"Brought my dad and family here for Father's Day brunch and this place holds high standards. Great food, quick service and a great, warm, family vibe..."

Katrina Dodge

"Massimo makes very nice coffee and hot chocolate. The displayed counter has some eye catching desserts and the Eggs Benedict is cool. Ambience is..."

#1

"One of my favs in Newmarket every visit has been amazing both service and food! Never disappoints ever and will continue to go especially for good..."

Fila Bruland

"Strolling down New Market, We decided to try Massimo. J was craving mushrooms so he ordered the creamy mushroom. I ordered the homemade hashbrowns..."

C & J

"If you refer to the photos, it is needless to say that I am now a regular. Massimo is a great cafe. They serve wonderful food in a wonderful..."

Tiffany Sua

"Go hear for brekkie with work most months and it always delivers on expectations. Very good and a great variety of dishes. I really recommend this..."

Mitchell Wellesley Todd

"We visited with our 1.5 year old today and while they did not have a kids menu, they were more than happy to adapt the pancakes for our son. And we..."

Nicola Hoogenboom

"Wasn't anything great from the street, in fact we tossed up going next door. But we were pleasantly surprised by amazing coffee and friendly fast..."

Nicole

"Brunch | Sunday 7th August 2011 | Superb coffee! The food was good but the hollandaise could have been a little more tangy but the rest of the..."

Kathryn Price

"My partner and I visited on our way up north for a wee holiday and had eggs bene and the creamy mushrooms, the portion sizes were very generous, the..."

Tarina

"Pleasant surroundings and staff I had nice chicken liver and mushrooms and my partner had lentil soup. Generous servings. Coffee was smooth I was a..."

Rebecca KEENAN

"Heard this was the place to eat. Very impressed , it was absolutely delicious. Full of favour and a great environment. I decided to wonder to the..."

Muhammed Alibashev

"Decent cafe with nice interior and decoration, welcoming atmosphere, feel relaxed. Had lunch twice here, the Thai chicken Red Curry was terrible (I..."

Terry Wang

"Food was really good, the hollandaise and home made hash brown were great! My mum also really enjoyed her lambs fry. Staff helpful and..."

Phoebe Ellis

"Such good food, lovely space and vibes and service! Lots of stuff on the menu, and I thought the drinks (as in the alcohol) were much cheaper than..."

g k

"Best spot for breakfast in epsom/newmarket. Great coffee, yummy food, fast and friendly service. Will be..."

Amelia Granturco

"Great to come back to and old favorite of the family. My livers were really tasty!! We will be back..."

Jason Durey

"Top notch. Friendly staff, warm fire and great food and coffee. The blue cheese creamy mushrooms are seriously excellent and eggs Benedict were..."

Tim Carr

"I enjoyed a most delicious brunch, the serving was massive and very fulfilling. Also absolutely loved the coffee, the staff and the atmosphere. Will..."

Leondra Roberts

"Simply superb. Fire side seating, quality food always well presented, great coffee, but the best thing is the staff. Owner is onsite and has high..."

Steven Farrington

"Friendly staff, good food and a relaxed atmosphere. Chicken satay salad is a..."

Josh Ming

"Fantastic cafe that produces amazing coffee, great service right in the middle of Newmarket. Every time I get a consistently amazing coffee. It's a..."

Dan Richards

"I am quite picky when it comes to my coffee so I love when I find a place where they can really live up to my expectations. Simply love the place...."

Tea Vastag

"Great coffee spot with friendly staff. Always a good experience here. The food is ok, but I like the location on nuffield. They make good coffee..."

Amynot - Spotify: 不想往前

"Massimo utilizes excellent espresso for its coffee, and I am never disappointed by their service. Some items are overpriced and the atmosphere is..."

Spark Vulpa

"I haven't been in years but Massimo's continues to surpass expectations. Quality, care and a warm welcome sum up this quintessential cafe. The..."

Nicole S

"Best almond croissant I've ever had. Their service felt very personal and water was brought over just as I finished a delightful coffee. Absolutely..."

Sez Flynn

"Good consistent coffee and meals. The service isn't always the best, but there's usually at least one staff member who rescues your faith. They have..."

Darryl Mcleod

Marua Road Cafe

84/100 (1170 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Unexpected jewel that my wife and I have found!Amazing coffee and food!Already been there twice in a month.Love the cleanness of the..."

Mathetes

"Turned up at 8:30 Sunday morning to avoid potential weekend busy crowds,and was pleased I came in before busy time which is 10am+Asked..."

Tim Shnaider

"Bit feeling under the weather today and wanting some comfort food after grabbing a plant from Mitre 10. Marua Road Cafe was the closest to grab a..."

Elaine Go-De Vera

"The food here is very tasty and the customer service is truly great. What really sets this place aside from others is the barista and the cute and..."

Deborahruttenberg

"Best service by the guys here, and the food was super tasty. Creamy mushrooms were best i have ever had . The big breakfast was also very good and..."

Blake Hetherington

"Met a friend here for lunch. It was fairly packed but we had a table outside. When they came to check on us they gave us the option of getting the..."

Benedict Uy

"Nice place on Marua to get a well made coffee. Staff are always friendly and service is always fast. Plenty of foods to choose from ready made or off..."

Munchies

"A cosy cafe in a relatively quieter area (not many other shops around) - but consistently makes good coffee and their creamy mushrooms are top notch...."

Linda

"We stumbled across this cafe and pulled in. The menu was diverse, good potion sizes, food and coffee excellent, and the staff really friendly. I’ll..."

Matthew Liebmann

"If your after the most incredible food and service that beats no other this is the place for you. The staff, (especially the owner) always great you..."

Ellen May

"Friendly for dairy/gluten free folks. It was no problem to tailor the smashed avo to be dairy free and they even added a potato rosti to make up for..."

Julia Louise

"Coming to live on" this side" of The Bridge, I was introduced to The Marua Cafe by a long time friend. This Cafe has to be one of the greatest Cafes..."

Denise Mitchell

"The place is quiet busy but its a great atmosphere to be in, i had the fried chicken bene which was very different to your standard eggs bene and i..."

Kelvin

"I can’t say enough good things about this place. The service, food and atmosphere were all outstanding. You’re greeted with big smiles and you..."

Tawna Whitford

"The coffee was super delicious and came with nice coffee art. I can really recommend their portobello Rosti stack with pesto, it was delicious. The..."

Auckland Foodie

"Yummy ingredients and original recipes, very delicious brunch food! Fast, friendly and efficient service, highly recommend if you are in the..."

Marcel Rocked

"I booked a table for 2 to celebrate my good friends' birthday. The staff were very accommodating and very lovely. Our food arrived in a timely..."

Nia T

"Haven't been to Marua Road Cafe before, but ordered Uber Eats yesterday for brunch. The food was delicious, we ordered Eggs Benedict (one with salmon..."

Ashleigh Michelle

"This place is excellent. Very good friendly service and great brunch fare. I recommend egg dishes and salads, great coffee too. Nice to have..."

Louise Ngaei

"Friendly staff and good food. At first I wasn’t too sure if I need to order my food by the counter or wait for staff to be seated. After a minute a..."

888bing888

"Latte art was amazing:) but if u oder in take away cup, u cant get the letter art. Mushroom dish was delicious :) u might wait for 10 or 20mins to..."

Alice In New Zealand

"Greeted with smiles on arrival and water straight away and asked if we wanted any coffee! Long black was delicious and super quick. Really nice vibe..."

Maisie Ramsay

"This place is a great little cafe with a nice ambience and good food. I've enjoyed all of my meals here and the service is always friendly. On a..."

Rice & Kai

"Incredible service, incredible food and incredible coffee. Such a creative menu and the coffee art is so awesome! Everything here is so good!..."

Rhia Woods

"Cafe is very welcoming and it is usually full when we go. I had the egg bene which is always good 😊. Hats off the the chefs. There is an easy..."

Mei

"This place is definitely worth a visit..I had the bagel filled with haloumi, tomato and basil pesto.. it was delicious.My sister had the..."

Lyndsay Sykes

"The ambiance is comfortable and nice, but the pork belly was not as good as it, it was a little tasteless, and the skin was not crispy..."

Sean Shu

"Great service, delicious menu- mushroom on toast did not disappoint. Coffee had a bear shape which was cute. Would definitely go back. Comfy and warm..."

Susie Bratanova

"Creamy Mushroom. So yummy. A must-eat dish for mushroom lovers like me. $15 is also a good price compared to the same dish in other..."

Christina

"Great little cafe - extremely busy being tucked away with the 'work' places. Staff were friendly and helpful..we had to wait for a table but..."

Holly D-T

"Awesome coffee, great Barista, efficient and super friendly service. Yummy food, nice design atmosphere. Hard to stay away! Free wifi, doggy..."

Eilidh Thorburn

"So good for Ellerslie! The service is always efficient and friendly. All the normal breakfast offerings on the menu and a decent display of cabinet..."

Christyleigh

"A much needed addition to the area! After visiting in the weekend we learned it’s already a hit with locals as most tables were filled. The café..."

HJ

"A great addition to Marua Road. This cafe may be new but it's already busy. The breakfast dishes are hearty and the coffee is on point.I..."

Elena Ching

"My friend and I went there for lunch. Had French toast and Frittata, love the Frittata! French toast was also nice, like the presentation and the..."

Livia Mu

"Went here for breakfast and it was amazing . Never seen fried chicken eggs Benedict anywhere so had to give it a try! Was amazing! Good food and..."

Brett

"Checked out this new busy spot, the Marua Road Cafe, in Mt Wellington. It has all the classic cafe fare, but presented with a completely modern..."

James T. Raukete

"Great to finally try this relatively new spot - a good addition to the local cafe scene.Seating is available inside & out & you generally don't..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Tried my new local a couple of times now and so far so good. Love the decor which reflects the industrial area that surrounds them. New staff are..."

Sinfully Delicious

"Was great service and cute wait staff. Food was brought out promptly and we were offered more coffee after the meal! Will be back. Nice lot of cakes..."

Brittany Nealie

"New cafe in the suburb and well needed. Bright atmosphere and simple industrial decor. However, be ready for some noise because of the concrete..."

ShoRt

"Came here not so long ago, on one of there very busy days (not surprising considering they just opened, and how amazing everything is) The group I..."

Hayley Powell

"Marua Road Cafe is the newest addition to the Mt Wellington suburbs and it was clear by the never ending influx of eager diners that it was doing..."

Heartshrooms

"Chris was awesome, the omelet was amazing... Fantastic service and decent coffee... Definately the best in the area and one I will visit again!..."

Barry Jensen

"Heard about this cafe on social media and I live close by. My bf and I came on a busy saturday and the cafe was very packed. He ordered the open..."

Joanne Chiang

"Drove past this new cafe in the weekend and it was full and buzzy. Decided to come by on Monday morning and again it was just about full. Luckily it..."

Lillian

"Great location based on Marua Rd & easy to find, perfect for stopping in on my way to work.The coffee was great with fresh beans and at a..."

James Von Batenburg

"We were driving by and noticed this new cafe popped up so thought we'd try for a late-ish lunch round 2pm. (Luckily got in just in time before..."

Leenix

"We ordered the big breakfast and Spanish omelette. The eggs were cooked and seasoned nicely, and the omelette was nice. The sausage was very meaty..."

Brent Mattock

"While I was staying at an Airbnb nearby I had the opportunity to visit this cafe for a few days in a row. I became a "regular" there during my visit...."

Praneet Loke

"great cafe! amazing service and the food was so yummy ☺️ we got the breakfast salad and carrot hotcakes, delicious ! staff were so friendly and..."

Melissa Coop

"This place is clearly a labor of love. The staff are lovely and welcoming. I would come back to the staff alone. The food was good but not the best..."

Amy Rosvally

"Love this spot! The place is always buzzing but never overcrowded, and the coffee is very hard to beat. A big thanks to Clarissa and the team who run..."

Hamish Dorrington

"We arrived at midday and the tables were bathed in sunshine. Comfortable seating which is often lacking in cafes. A good selection of cabinet food...."

Dora Green

"Amazing coffee, delicious and hot 🔥 Staff were kind and prompt, and the food was fresh and tasty. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating, parking..."

Emma M

"Popped by for a biscuit and it was tasty. Lovely friendly service and super comfortable looking tables and seats. The only thing making me hesitate..."

PancakeOmlette

"Food and coffee were presented really nicely. The service was excellent and very very attentive to us and all the tables. Had the smoked salmon rosti..."

Quinn Garner

"Such a nice place to have breakfast, everything was so delicious and coffee was 10/10. Will be..."

Sabrina Savage

"Great friendly team here! Don't miss the award winning carrot cake pancakes. Grab a seat and someone will pop over with a menu, some choice options..."

Nathan Williams

"This place is great! There are plenty of good food options in Auckland, but what sets the bar for this Cafe is the service. We were greeted by the..."

Hannah Welsby

"Been wanting to try this since I moved to AKL in Nov2020. It's a nice, somewhat busy cafe for a Saturday late lunch. Latte was excellent, and the..."

Francis Buencamino

Hello Friends + Allies

84/100 (2109 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Such friendly staff, fresh food suitable for different requirements and cute environment! Would definitely come..."

Hannahmareecarr2

"Staff very friendly and attentive. Who knew hot cakes could look so appealing! Place is very bright and airy, lots of greenery which I love! Food is..."

Victoria Notoa

"Went here with someone else around 11:00 and it was very busy! Place is clearly very popular and so I wasn't surprised when it look maybe 10 minutes..."

Max Lee

"Really amazing food, Service is fast and friendly. I was take visitors here as I know the food will always impress! Recommend to everyone! Coffee is..."

Reema Singh

"Absolutely YUMMMM food. The staff were really friendly and helpful. They did ask us to move tables halfway through eating our meal which was a bit..."

Hayley Levien

"Brunched in this bright and bubbly cafe located in the Greenlane suburb.The cafe is spacious with 3 seating compartments. However I..."

Lucy

"I had two long blacks and the coffee was excellent!!!! It was very busy but we didn’t have to wait for a table, this was a Saturday afternoon...."

Emma Sharma

". 📍 Hello Friends and Allies☕ Cappucino + Latte🍴 Orange..."

DearMate

"A cute cafe in epsom, the interior is really cool and green , lots of spaces inside! Their mermaid yoghurt bowl is really huge and def scrumptious!..."

MCP

"Ended up here unexpectedly but overall a solid 4.5/5. Iced latte was great, cake was great, good atmosphere. A little red stain on my glass cup..."

Lyla

":) Tried the most popular dishes in this cafe. The tasted was good, but not many surprises . Service was friendly and the whole environment was..."

Tian Sweetly

"I love the colors in this..."

Ami

"Got Mermaid Yoghurt Bowl and didn’t expect it to be this big 😮 loved the raspberry yoghurt and the granola! Omelette Okonomiyaki is..."

The Poor Foodie

"Had the mermaid bowl here was quite large but absolutely scrumptious want to come back and try the other things on the menu..."

Tom

"Wow! Hello Friends and Allies really impressed our party of three earlier this week. The interior is super cute and the cabinet food looked extremely..."

Sarah Katherine

"Cute little atmosphere and I'm obsessed with their mermaid bowel. Its so simple but delicious. presentation is also nice. I am yet to try their..."

Yasmin Kharimi

"Amazing food and good vibe. Highly..."

Vidhi

"Definitely the Remuera mum’s go-to place after dropping their kids off with her white Mercedes SUV, before going to hot Pilates. Is it..."

Jonathan Chau

"Looooved the red velvet pancakes here! I loved the lemon curd on the side. My dad wanted to try something different from what he usually orders and..."

Navdeep

"Great coffee and delicious scrambled eggs! Side of haloumi yum too. Love the location and interior decor. Service was quite quick even though it was..."

Alice B

"Sweet cafe in Epsom, heard great reviews about Hello Friends + Allies so had to give this place a try. I got the green smoothie with honey and..."

Dora The Food Explorer

"It has always been busy when I tried to come by on a weekend but managed to come by during a weekday and was able to get a table without a..."

Benedict Uy

"Been here many times to buy coffee Always strong and creamy. They use supreme coffee beans. I tried the French toast and damm it was beautiful and..."

Mark Hunt

"Have heard people complain about the prices, but I very much disagree. Yes it’s more pricer than your regular cafe but the portions balance out...."

Kate Lauren

"Located not to far from Newmarket Central is this beautiful cafe. I came in for brunch and tried the chilli scrambled which tasted very delicious, it..."

Rachel Law

"Great place for coffee. I ordered the French toast which wasn't just pretty on the plate but also really delicious and refreshing. My friend ordered..."

Little Foodie

"Came here for a late lunch with a friend this afternoon, heard quite a few good comments about the cafe and was so pleased with everything. The cafe..."

Yana Petrenko

"Came in for brunch with my bestie in the weekend as we have been meaning to try it for a while and we were SO impressed. The only thing that was a..."

Karina

"Hello Friends + Allies is damn delish sis. Came here for the first time with ma main girl and we were very impressed. When we walked in it took the..."

Anastasia Matiatos

"One of those good places for brunch. The place was a bit noisy, but the food was awesome. We did get surcharged due to holiday, which I dislike a..."

Boty

"Come here a few times and it's a pretty cool atmosphere for brunch.I've had the chilli scrambled eggs and gnocchi and both were delicious...."

Samuel

"Foods are a little pricey, especially drinks. However, the quality is still pretty good. Love the potato Eggs Benedict, and the salmon bowl was okay..."

Charis Yang

"Came here for the first time and was quite impressed. I got a yoghurt bowel and wasn’t expecting much but it was delicious.Pancakes are..."

Prashant Datt

"Food: 5:5Service: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5Cost: 4.5/5 Been here many times for weekend brunch, this cafe never disappoints. It’s..."

Jen Lin

"I walked in and found a table nestled at the very back of the cafe. It was nice and quiet in this area and had toys for my friend's little one to..."

Claudia Hong

"Went here for brunch and had the potato Rosti eggs Benedict and their avocado and rice paper wraps- both dishes were 10/10 so delicious and fresh! I..."

Mmm Mm MMMMMMM!

"Love this place! Been here twice now and haven’t been disappointed. They have a mermaid smoothie bowl (I think thats what it was called) which I..."

Karen

"Had a great time with a lovely meal here :)The staff were nice and the cafe was really busy. Tried their avocado smash. Their sourdough was..."

Coffee Macarons

"Loved this place! Located on the busy Great South Road in Epsom, the first thing I noticed was the artwork & floral decor. The service is..."

TheMʌverick

"Love the food, customer service was awesome... and quick response to my booking thank you for an awesome experience will definitely come back..."

Retta

"Amazing food! Lovely service! Anything to eat from a naughty little treat to a super healthy meal. Reasonably priced and the wait wasn’t too long..."

Emma Willie Wilson

"A beautiful place to catch up with friends or family. We ordered their hello friends beef and tandoori chicken burger and Eggs Benedict. I had the..."

Mesha Nandos

"Lovely spot!! The decor, food are both delish! The coffee is average, and the service needs a little work. A great spot to take family and friends!..."

Sofie Yeung

"Prettiest cafe in epsom. Full of flowers and arts. Presentation good,too. But always too much people waiting there. Especially weekend. Sometimes..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Such a nice cafe, I have only really ordered cabinet food and coffee however the coffee is delicious!! Staff are always very friendly and proactive!..."

Sades

"YUM. YUM. YUM. My absolute favourite Eggs Benedict out there. The hollandaise, the brioche, the bacon, THE BRIOCHE!!! Hello Friends + Allies has it..."

Ati

"One word. AMAZING.Possibly one of the best cafes I have ever been to. The food was absolutely amazing, you get what you pay for in terms of..."

Karen

"Had a family lunch here yesterdayLarge premises with lots of seatingNice ambiance and lightVery noisy at times with screamers in the..."

Glenn Town

"Great place for a weekend (weekday, whenever) catch up. Very nice environment inside, spacious and has a really nice flow to it.Food..."

Tan Wang

"I need to try everything on the menu! Although it gets noisy at times, this cafe is amazing! Instaworthy for sure! I had the French toast and mum the..."

Liz Scott

"Wow this cafe can be my new best friend..."

@Happyeatereats On Instagram

"Hello Friends + Allies was really good, I thought it was really cool to have fries inside the burger. Really yummy food, 5/5 but only thing is it’s..."

Emma Smith

"French toast FULL ON! One of the best presented dishes I have come across but a bit too sweet for me that early in the morning. Eggs benedict decent,..."

Flippynz

"Came to Hello Friends + Allied today for lunch and it was pretty good! The saffron in my panda cotta was a bit too strong, and the marscapone on the..."

Shenée Geaney-Jones

"Pretty cafe:) i had french toast and avocado smash. Here is better than i expected. More space inside with pretty deco. Kind staff:) i found lovely..."

Alice In New Zealand

"Cute little cafe to have brunch! I ordered the okonomiyaki omelette while my boyfriend ordered the granola bowl. I should have ordered what he had..."

Ashleigh Hea

"Nice ambience, friendly staff and humble service.Also, good food and decent coffee. The place was peaceful and calm. You can definitely choose..."

Naiya

"I had this place on my list of cafes to try for a long time, and last Sunday, we finally made it there. I can say it was well worth the wait. I had..."

Tawna Whitford

"I think I found my new favourite cafe!Hello Friends + Allies is a lovely cafe sitting in the middle of Epsom, a little further away from..."

Grace Huang

"Good flat white and espresso. The flaky pastry tart with feta, mushroom and poached egg was tasty. I loved the sprigs of herbs. A bit..."

Camilla Dadson

"I want to eat it everyday! But too faraway from me. Every time drove from Albany to Epsom for their food! Love it love the mermaid yoghurt bowl...."

Rosie

"after previous bad experiences, decided to give it another shot! and thank gosh i did because the food was amazing!!! ordered the green bowl + my..."

Snacking Sister

"Absolutely delicious food! We got the mushrooms, mermaid bowl and green bowl which all tasted amazing :) definitely recommend the mushrooms !!..."

Scarlett Pulham

"Awesome place, great food, clean and nice restrooms . Staff a bit forgetful but very friendly. Love it. Cozy and warm. Crowl away coz can’t stop..."

Anna Ter Rai

"Great food and atmosphere. I especially love the flowers decorated on the walls in the back room. Food is pretty expensive here, it is worth it..."

Sassy Radish

"Extensive menu full of breakfast foods. Very unique dishes and smart presentation. Good quality good and decent portions. Only downfall is we waited..."

Aimee.

"Overall a very decent feed. The mains were really tasty and not too heavy, leaving room for a great dessert. I loved the range of desserts available..."

Matty Krelle

Emma Judd

"Eggs on sourdough, Hello Greens and Wild Mushrooms Medley.I loved the wild mushrooms dish. The greens in the Hello Greens were quite..."

MegWantsVeg

"Great place to pop in and hang out. Coffee is pretty good and so is the selection of food with their interesting and fancy designs! Weekend mornings..."

DC

"Very friendly and efficient service. Coffee good ...the place is always packed which is a good sign. Only negative is that parking is difficult at..."

Seamus

"I had heard great things about this place and let me confirm that there is no exaggeration. The food is delicious, filling and good quality. If..."

Miura Elikana

"I have been wanting to try this cafe for awhile now, but the past two times I visited they did not have seats! We were overjoyed when there was a..."

Michelle Ma Belle

"Love this place, the food is awesome! Always a favourite and service is very friendly. Always a good choice for your local and reliable Sunday brunch..."

Jane Walter

"Great place for breakfast or brunch. They are very busy in the weekends though so there might be a wait for a table and food.I had the fenugreek..."

Sandra Judy French

"Was blown away by the chilli scrambled eggs here on the weekend! So flavoursome and delicious, can’t wait to come back again and try the rest of..."

Lizzie

"Redemption! Came here and had the red velvet pancakes. Both came out perfectly on time. Delicious food, amazing coffee, highly recommended..."

Spencer Macintyre

"First time I've ever actually eaten in Epsom. It was nice to be in a different suburb for once.Traffic was desirable to look at and parking was..."

T.B.F

"Come in a lot for breakfast, lunch, and tea. Doughnut was so good! Filling was creamy and smelt like heaven. Tarts was also delicious and perfect to..."

Rosanne Choy

"What a neat cafe with its friendly staff, delicious food and great atmosphere!Ordered the braai salt prawns for breakfast and it was amazing !..."

Linlin

"Great cafe, coffee is pretty good. Plenty of space, very lively and good ambience. Last went in January, a bit of a problem with some flies flying..."

Thom

"The food in this restaurant is beautiful. They're closed at 4pm，too early. I've already recommended it to my friends. It would be nice to open..."

Amy

"Really good food! Food size is good for what you pay for! Loved our drinks! Really creative dishes! Would different go again! Would definitely..."

Harry Kumar

"Good coffee and friendly service. Food menu reads well but my meal lacked a lot of flavour (Chicken burger). Great choice of cabinet food. Everything..."

Eatawayallday

"I’ve been here a few times with friends, and the food, both cabinet and menu, has always been superb, as has the service from a lady I presume to..."

OliviaKKZ

"Could have more vegan options in the cabinet. Was better the first time I went. But nice decor. Pretty standard food menu with some fusion..."

Yi Lin Inez Zheng

"I had the French toast with blueberry mascarpone. Totally recommend it. And coffee, well two cups. It was so good. What a lovely place to go to eat,..."

Christine

"Good service, ambience and food. Was really busy and is a popular place on weekends but we still received our food quickly. Highly recommend the..."

Rosemary Cook

"Nice cafe to go to....... ...Like the food but was waited a little bit long......... People are friendly here...... Will go back and try more..."

Raymond.B

"Taste: 🌕🌕🌕🌑🌑Interior Deco: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗🌑Customer service: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌕Recommend:..."

Mon.

"After all the hype, we finally decided to try it out- and it was a satisfying experience. The waitress was really helpful and the price was..."

Jason Zhang

"Yes! Fantastic lunch here after my last exam. What a treat! We had to share one sweet and one savoury dish for lunch because we could not pass up the..."

Abbey Lissaman

"Came here on a Saturday for breakfast and it was so busy at 10am already! I had the chilli eggs and my boyfriend had the fenugreek potatoes. Really..."

Kenzi Yee

"So good to have finally visited one of the top cafes in Auckland! The cafe itself is cutesy ‘hipster’, yet chic and classy; with..."

Oksana Zhang

"Went to Hello Friends+Allies for afternoon cake in Saturday afternoon. Nyum, great selection of cakes in the cabinet, always feel like we want to..."

Jessica Halim

"The best omelette in the whole wide world. Hello Friends + Allies does everything exceptionally well. Their Matcha latte, pastries and all their food..."

Tess Sophia

"beautifully presented and delicious food ! had the french toast and beef cheeks with potatoes ! I like how the french toast wasn't too sweet and came..."

Natalieqp.chen

"Been here many times and is one of my go to's! Customer service is pretty good most of the time and their menu changes seasonally. My all time..."

Angela

"After all the hype on the internet, I finally decided to try it out, and what can I say, except that this experience was perfect! After comming back..."

Abella Wang

"I thoroughly enjoyed this place. I love the artsy decor, the vibe and feel of the crowd and the staff were really good.My friend had eggs +..."

Helen I.

"The food and service are always great! Hello Friends & Allies looks small from the road front but have a huge amount of seating at the back - so..."

Sarcha

"Awesome service, beautiful presentation. I ordered the French toast, it was delicious. However I wish they had larger portions, as I left the store..."

Sid

"Amazing. Can't fault it. Great service, good menu choice, great coffee. The tuna noodle bowl has so much variety and many flavours, it's one of the..."

Helen Wright

"Cafe food with flair. Hello Friends does great coffee and has an interesting menu and the food is always delicious. Good options for..."

Julia Louise

"We had the fenugreek potatoes and the big breakfast. Both were amazing and huge portions. The cake counter is full of temptations.....had one to go..."

Julie Riley

"Lovely atmosphere, well thought out food and truly great service makes this a go to place. Very nice for brunch or breakfast. Iced water..."

Robloader

"Spacious and pram friendly. Great service in particular to responsiveness. Menu had a variety of unique choices and tasted excellent. Would..."

SMINT400

"The cafe atmosphere is really cool and friendly. The staff is really friendly here too. I don't remember exactly what we ordered but all the photos..."

Dxlche

"Decent portion sizes and great ingredients. Nice presentation of food. It was quite interesting to have the roti in place of bread for a big..."

I_like_pickles

"Such an awesome experience at this place. Friendly service, having table service goes a long way. Food was delicious, the red velvet hotcakes were..."

Chantal Hoeft

"Visited this place for brunch with my friends on a Sunday. Love the ambience and deco. Service was super nice and staff was chatty in a friendly..."

Linh 💛

"Went there today, on a busy Saturday afternoon for late breakfast, ordered chilli scrambled eggs, and undoubtedly this was the best breakfast I've..."

Vaibhavkursija

"Came here with a friend on Sunday. Was lucky to be allocated a table pretty much straight away despite the number of people waiting. Found the..."

Cherries_inthesnow

"Cuteness overloaded for the food decoration. Staffs are very friendly. The healthy options as sugar free matcha latte or green sourdough just made me..."

Bella Luv Food

"Great place for brunch. Busy but for a good reason. Food is a piece of art. The entire place is super arty , great ambience and customer..."

Galina Velas

"Came here on Sunday afternoon , it was quite busy but luckily we managed to get a table of 2 straight away. We ordered the red velvet hot cake and..."

Angelina Stefani

"We Came here for Mother's Day and really enjoyed it! The food was great, so was the coffee /drinks and friendly service 😊 the red velvet hot cakes..."

Kellie Watson

"Alright find this place just on my way to epsom.Funky setup really like itAttentive servicegood coffee i had lemon curd &coconut..."

Jemima

"Visited this cafe for brunch last weekend with a group of friends. Service was a little slow, we ordered coffees whilst waiting for the rest of our..."

Tanz Hoeta

"Excellent little place just on great south road! One of my favourite cafes so far!! Ambiance of this cafe is amazing, they have very nice deco..."

Janet Wu

"My husband and I came here for breakfast, I ordered the red velvet pancake and mocha, he had the Fenugreek potatoes. Honestly, they both tasted..."

W.H.Y.

"Had lunch over here today with a few friends. The food was decent, nothing amazing. The chicken burger was quite nice, the chips that came with it..."

S&G Take Auckland

"This Cafe is much favoured by the locals. You will see people come in, wave hands, send out hugs to the one they are familiar with. It is a great..."

Angel Deng Yun

"Our favorite place to brunch right now as it's probably the only cafe we've found which serves a tray of assorted sweet and savory for breakfast that..."

Ann R

"My partner and I visited here for brunch in the weekend and it was packed! The café is divided into two separate spaces so it’s hard to tell how..."

HJ

"Been here a few times and love it! Overall good food, average/good service and lively environment.Be aware that at peak times (Sat/Sun..."

Kenji

"Great brunch spot.. I have come here a couple of times and been very pleased. The food is excellent. I have tried the breakfast board which..."

Shell

"Wow! I've heard good things but expected abit of a hype! The cabinet food looks and tastes delicious plus the staff are super friendly! I haven't..."

Holly D-T

"Order the red velvet pancake + bacon! It is one of the best meals you can order at this cafe. Might be a tad sweet but with the saltiness of bacon..."

Karl Evangelista

"Good location and bustling vibes. Ordered the red velvet hot cakes which were pretty good. Some might say it's too sweet though but I found it ok...."

G

"The "Golden Latte" you have been searching for, is right here...at Hello Friend + Allies! Three cheers for that!!!“Golden Latte”,..."

A_craving_foodie

"Greeted by smiling faces and cheerful greetings, ushered to a beautiful table with epic art on the walls and fresh flowers on the table. Unique menu,..."

Mercypatch

"Unexpectedly beautiful food! We came for a late lunch at 2.15pm. One of the waiters was nice enough to come up to us and say that the kitchen was..."

Jasveen Kaur

"Food here definitely hits the spot! We ordered the Asian salad and vegetarian breakfast. I was very impressed with my vege breakfast- a wonderful..."

KP

"My friend and I went here for brunch today and was really good. The place was packed but the atmosphere was good. Staff were very quick to get our..."

Jessica

"I went there at a Saturday morning and it was crowded. Lots of people was queuing in front of the gate for coffee. The coffee there was really nice...."

Coco_Clairy

"as a 1st time visitor, was really impressed with the service and quality of the food. It was busy on Sunday brunch-time, and the staff were working..."

Peter John Ashford

"Loved this place! The red velvet hot cakes were amazing! The place is very open and loved the large tables out back, the wall murals were really..."

Nicole Jana

"I had only been here for coffee previously and was told the food is worth trying hence I came back. Was it worth it?? I came back for brunch on a..."

Jayce Huynh

"This place is the bomb! It's a step above any local cafe in the surrounding areas and was a much needed refreshing change from the normal local..."

Sue

"We frequently come to hello friends and allied for brunch in the weekend. The food is delish. If youre hungry the breakfast board will not..."

Whitney

"We came here for brunch just before Christmas and got in just before the rush. I had the Fenugreek potatoes (without the egg) - it was a huge portion..."

Sian

"Cabinet food always looks amazing, as does the plated offerings. I am constantly surprised at the friendliness and caring attitude of staff -..."

Jan Tweedie

"Quite hard to find parking around this place but so worth itBeautiful interior decor and cute homey vibesTheir cabinet sweets looked..."

Thegreeats

"My bus goes past this cafe every morning on my daily commute to Uni. After hearing so many good things about this place and the mass amount of..."

Anna Wei

"Decided to have breakfast here and enjoyed our meal! The service is a tad slow, we ordered our food and was waiting a while for it to..."

Kelly

"Came on a sunny Sunday morning and it was busy but still not over-crowded at 11am. The green breakfast featured in the photo was surprisingly very..."

Lucyeatsakld

"I grab cabinet food a lot from hello friends on my walks from the bus stop to my study, and its sooooo yummy in the tummy it feels like a treat form..."

Jess-Louise Holmes

"Have only been 3x at this stage. I cannot fault the service. Each time has been during the lunch rush.Customers everywhere. 4 people in..."

Antony P Mackle

"We went to the café yesterday and we really liked it. We entered and straight away everyone of the staff members was friendly and helpful and had a..."

Isabel Ewig

"A lovely place in the neighbourhood. The cakes in the cabinet are so delish, i have tried several cakes and none of them let me down. Staff are..."

Khloe

"Really good service，very friendly staff. Impressed with the breakfast options and gourmet presentation. Ingredients were very fresh. We liked the..."

Gokilavani Sekarchandran

"I have a real 50/50 feel for this place.. Some bad experiences and some good. I practically live next door so this is my go-to for a nearby treat..."

Melanie Rose Hansen

"We came here for breakfast on a wet Sunday as did half of Auckland! The noise level is constant but the service was friendly. Our food came out real..."

Donna&Shane

"What an awesome cafe! Recently I went to this cafe on a busy Sunday.I took my 4 year old grandson.It was my first visit and I surely will return.The..."

Susan Lotoa

"Came here for a relaxed brunch, three of us enjoyed all our choices, the services and the ambience, for me the duck meal is so delicious! Have..."

Amy Ashby

"Love this place! Fresh open look with all the hanging plants and flowers everywhere. Their cabinet always looks delish and the red velvet hot cakes..."

Olivia Hammond

"The cabinet food is amazing had the coconut and lemon cake and it was super delicious & moist, ordered the eggs bene & my friend ordered the red..."

Sarah Swann

"This has become one of my go to cafés: close to my house, amazing food and great atmosphere. Their breakfast boards are definitely amongst the most..."

Garrick

"First visit was on a Thursday around 10.30am. It was buzzing but not crowded. Cabinet was crammed full and lusciously overflowing with mouthwatering..."

Dana

"I love how the lesser known suburbs are now getting a breath of revival, and offering more options to those not in the central city. This place is..."

Heartshrooms

"Came in for Sunday brunch as we only live up the road. Was quite busy had to wait for 5mins which was fine. When seated got offered a menu and water...."

Chloe-Mae

"Hello Friends + Allies has quickly become a favourite breakfast spot for us - the menu is extensive, with some unusual twists and specials. The..."

Sophia

"Such an excellent place. The food is outstanding, a big step up from the usual cafe fare. I've been here a fair few times recently - several times..."

Lukas

"Saw this place advertised on the Urban List Akl so I knew I was going to be in for a treat. This place is packed! Try get there before the lunch rush..."

Monique Porteous

"BEST CAFE I HAVE EVER BEEN TO. Food was amazing, cafe setting is great. Such a wide variety of foods including cabinet sweet and savoury...."

Caitlin

"After my stint in London, I am back in Auckland and ready to rip back into the wild food scene. If I learnt anything in London, although there is a..."

Courtney @ A Food Awakening

"This place was absolutely packed!! Not sure if it's overrated or a convenient location or if it's really that good... It was so busy that we had to..."

Misty

"Came here or brunch this morning! Cafe has a really cool atmosphere, love the interior. The art all over the walls is awesome..."

Charlotte

"Bright new cafe with beautiful looking sweet pastries out at the cabinet. The place is larger than it seems because it extends further out back. But..."

ShoRt

"Amazing! The owner was very attentive - on top of everything and even though the place was packed she felt totally at ease and even had time to chat...."

Brittany Nealie

"One of the coolest coffees in Auckland. Nice place, clean and spacious. They have a lot of sort of sweets and savouries.My lamb pie was..."

Diogo Reck

"Maybe I caught them near the end of a particularly busy weekend lunch service (about 2pm), but my first impression was not great. I inspected the..."

Gus

"Came here for a brunch on Sunday. This place was absolutely packed. So understandably it took us a wee while to get our food. The coffees came out..."

Josh Law

"Went for brunch with my friend.Busy place. Had toasted museli which was amazing!!Food 9/10Customer service 8/10Atmosphere..."

JungYun Lee

"We checked out this new cafe for a Saturday morning brunch. They have a great collection of sweet treats in their cabinet as well as some delicious..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Went into this lovely Cafe this morning .. beautiful fit out !! Very warming .. Fresh and innovative .I wasn't really sure if it was table..."

Rebecca Mcrobie

"I had heard about this cafe many times & finally had a free weekday morning with which to try it out. Sometimes when you hear good things about a..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Pretty nice cafe. Really busy but food is good. Had the big breakfast and it was quite big. Also had the smoothie which was refreshing. Will go..."

Natalie Patten

"This place is so cool!! The decor is awesome, such cool art without being over the top. Everything on the menu sounded delicious and the cabinet food..."

Food Adventures With AnnaJ

"We went to Hello Friends + Allies on a rainy Sunday and found ourselves not the only ones looking for some solace that is the black and gold coffee..."

Cindy Wu

"Great experience. Very busy. Bustling place but still fast service with tasty food. Had classic eggs bene and it was delightful. Nothing terribly..."

Emma Bell

"I have taken friends here a number of times as it is my local. So I was disappointed on Thursday afternoon when I introduced another friend to it..."

Lesley Brennan

"Holy moly. The pea and ricotta brushetta. The breakfast board. The salmon benny. The cabinet food. The coffee! The awesome service! And the fricken..."

Ciara

"Went here for lunch. Great cafe, friendly staff, nicely decorated and the atmosphere is cool, cabinet food looks amazing and menu is comprehensive..."

Michelle Jones

"Very busy cafe. I recommend to visit at non-peak time. Cafe is nicely decorated, very clean and white. Staff is friendly, though orders..."

Angela Reys

"This cafe is fairly new but have been 4 times now as the food & cafe presentation is very good. Service at first was a bit slow but they now have it..."

Yoda

"Cool name and looked new so me and my partner decided to give it a go. It was busy but we got a seat straight away. The waiter welcomed us straight..."

Joanne Chiang

"I went to Hello Friends + Allies for breakfast with friends and came across the menu. I ordered the Eggs Benedict which was $19.50 and it was..."

Eggster Eats

"We came in for lunch and I have absolutely nothing to fault, my friends and I were warmly greeted, wait staff were very attentive, we all ordered off..."

Angelina Cebic

"Having read the Denizen's review of this popular new cafe I was eager to have a sit down meal here. Starting with the positives, I was quite..."

Sasha McCormick

"Great new cafe in the neighbourhood. The cabinet food looks amazing and the coffee was Supreme and perfectly made. I had the eggplant and yoghurt..."

Jenny Malcolm

"It's great to finally see a good cafe in this part of town. It's such a relaxing place to come and have a meal. The staff are incredibly attentive,..."

Emilia Mazza

"A brand new spanking cafe in the Auckland dining scene. Its presence was welcomed with open arms by locals as we came to a full cafe on a busy..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"Great place for families and catch up with friends. As always staff are awesome and service never disappoints. Food is so good and tasty everytime...."

Jacob Serbousek

"Very happy with the cafe and the food. I’ve never ventured into Epsom and this place was a very pleasant surprise. It looks quite small from the..."

Rod K

"Service was a little slow on a busy Sunday (about a 40 min wait) so I wouldn't recommend going if you are on a strict timeline, but perfect for a..."

Anna Pomeroy

"Never been here before, I was a long way from home. The food was amazing and very good coffee and reasonably priced too. Definitely recommended to..."

Claire Buckley

"This cafe is so beautiful and nice, me and my family and my friends have become regulars here, I really enjoy the coffees here and the food is..."

Sini YANG

"Delicious brunch had here with my kids. The atmosphere is really funky, super fun and artsy decor. The food and drinks were all great. Beautifully..."

Kym Moore

"Such a cute Cafe with incredible food! Lovely, warm atmosphere and great..."

Emma Twidle

"Very busy for a Sunday Friendly staff A nice little place for a Sunday..."

Tina

"Incredible. I had my doubts coming in with all the hype I’d heard about this place for years. They proved me dead wrong. The burger was perfectly..."

Brandon Baxter

"Great service and friendly staff. This cafe is my everyday visit, best coffee in town! They offer a wide range of delectable dishes, from hearty..."

Vivian Gu

"Beautiful decorations, decent coffee and very nice food. The first thing I noticed was that the cafe was buzzing with activity. With 90% of the..."

Liz Scott

"Had a great time with a lovely meal here :) The staff were nice and the cafe was really busy. Tried their avocado smash. Their sourdough was hard,..."

JS KWUN

"Visited Hello Friends + Allies for the first time yesterday. Food and service was great! Staff were really friendly. The atmosphere was comfortable..."

Nora Lu

"It has always been busy when I tried to come by on a weekend but managed to come by during a weekday and was able to get a table without a wait. The..."

Benedict Uy

"Been there twice already. Looove their desserts! The plating is so beautiful and creative. The portions are huuuuuuge. The cafe is pretty. The staff..."

Kathy Quan

"Such a groovy and funky place, and much larger than i expected! It's got a real colourful, hippy, cosy sort of vibe and it's brilliant. The food was..."

Celia Chan

The Botanist Cafe

"Really like the place and it’s city vibe. I ordered a mushroom dish and was very pleasantly impressed. The meals come out quickly, drinks are good,..."

Sophia Ignateva

"Had a delicious chicken burger. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Nice ambiance and good amount of outdoor..."

Matt W

"Great place to meet friends for brunch. Enjoyed their chicken burger & my friend also liked her creamy mushrooms on polenta.We both also..."

Andi Jandal

"Good food and service! We ordered the eggs Benedict’s and the chicken burger and fries. That chicken burger was pretty freaking awesome and I’m..."

#fatlyfe

"This is one of my favourite places to brunch in town. The food is done well and the service is lovely. It has a different atmosphere to other cafes..."

Vanessa Gao

"Food was really tasty, love the fried chicken and chips, and I like the smoothie not added too much sugar just right! Will definitely come back..."

Xin Zhang

"Delicious food, great place if you have a dog as you can sit outside in sun or shade. Great..."

Caitlin

"Went one weekend and was quite busy so decided to come back, man was it worth it. service and food is great, is a nice little set up also with indoor..."

Ricky Bhat

"A little slice of botanical heaven in the city works depot. Great breakfast at the weekend, perfect salads and cabinet food during the week. Their..."

Isabella Van Heusden

"Went here last weekend and was well worth it, food and coffee was great and not a long wait for food..."

Tom

"Been wanting to try this place for a while but the few times we came its always been quite packed! I see why now - the food is amazing! The creamy..."

Karen

"Today was our second visit. We ordered creamy mushroom and mince on toast. It was a perfect morning today. Because the weather was perfectand the..."

Rachel

"Went here on Saturday morning to have breakfast on zomato gold. The guy there was welcoming. But our wait to be served took to long. Everything was..."

Mel

"Came in with a friend last Thursday. Tried the buttermilk pancakes and the corn fritters. Pancakes were not too dense or fluffy, they were the..."

Rosanne Choy

"Good service and delicious food that's great value with Zomato gold. Food was fast to the table and all came together which was great. I would have..."

Katyanne Hall

"We really enjoyed the food, service was amazing. Very friendly and quick. We had to rush to another meeting at 10 and we were out of there in 30mins...."

Paularbear

"Absolutely lovely service, beautiful food and the restaurant was gorgeous..."

Maddy Coppins

"The buttermilk pancakes were amazing - tragically I couldn't quite finish them. Coffee is awesome and easy to get a table last minute. Really nice..."

Michelle M

"Tried salmon leek bruschetta. It was soooo good. Coffee was pretty nice as well. ..."

Eater

"The salmon and leek was so beautiful. The portion was good and definitely worth. My friend really liked the mushrooms as well. Some of staff were..."

Harsen Agon

"Oh my gosh, the salmon and leek breakfast has to be one of the best in Auckland. (Even the gluten free option was delicious). Highly recommend...."

Elizabeth Harding

"Came here for brunch on a Saturday morning. Good crowd, not too busy. ordered the Corn Fritters, reasonable portion with good helping of greens. No..."

Dora The Food Explorer

"Love the botanist! Definitely a go-to when I’m in the area. They have the best creamy balsamic mushrooms I’ve ever had. The flavour is so tasty..."

Stephanie Qin

"Lovely food, atmosphere which also has an amazing flower shop! Came here for brunch on a Saturday and the staff were friendly and got to enjoy..."

Ling Zhang

"Lovely ambiance, staff and coffee here. However it did take me a while to find it, I thought it was were most of the other shops were but is actually..."

Crackerjacker

"I enjoyed my time at the botanist. The staff were very welcoming and kind. My table all ordered the Big B and it was delicious. A generous amount of..."

Chrissy Misa

"Great spot for an affordable and delicious brunch using Zomato Gold. We ordered the big bot and the eggs benedict with bacon. Delicious and..."

Wapatino

"The Botanist is gorgeous little spot in City Works Depot, with both indoor and outdoor seating (out front). My partner and I visited here on a busy..."

JY

"Food is not bad. Burger is pretty good and love the presentation. Nice atmosphere and very good location. Staff are very friendly. Would come back..."

FoodiesTable

"Nice music. Great coffee. Love the hash bites too. Staff are nice and friendly. Won’t take long for the food which is good. Food are fresh..."

Heidi Ting

"Really lovely food, beautiful little cafe. The staff were so nice and service was great. The only reason this doesn’t get 5 stars is value for..."

Adrianna Hannan

"The staff 🤔She made our coffee spill on during serving. But didn’t apologize. She brought the tissue when my friend asked. I don’t..."

Mandoo King

"I’ve been here a few times, great service great coffee, food was ok but it’s a cafe so it’s a decent cafe food, not super a lot of selections..."

Edwin Khor Yeu Sheuan

"This place is actually pretty good!Food is absolutely divine. Every single one of my colleagues and I enjoyed every bit of our food. Kudos to..."

Jedediah J

"Food is great. Service? Not the best. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Our go-to brunch spot since it’s so accessible. We’ve been ordering the Big Bot for..."

Kate Javier

"Great Food, Friendly staff too, great spot for breakfast. Situated in the city works depot, it has a good atmosphere. Coffee some of the best in..."

Greg White

"If you like typical English style food, this is your place. The food here is delicious and I would definitely recommend you go. The only reason I..."

Yasmin Walker

"Fresh, healthy & delicious! We dined there yesterday for a late lunch after a workout session. Service was swift and reliable. Food was absolutely..."

Aun Sukijjakhamin

"Had lunch here today with a colleague from work. I had the creamy mushrooms with a side of bacon and he had the big bot.Both meals were of..."

Justin Foote

"Beautiful food and a great spot for breakfast or brunch. Great coffee to. Doesn't quite have the wow factor, but still very very good! I will..."

Alice Harries

"Love this place...Food was yum, especially their buttermilk pancakes and sweet corn zucchini fritters . Will go again and the best part is they..."

Frimz.r

"Food was very fresh and delicious. The only thing we can say is that due to its popularity, the service was a bit slow taking over 30mins for..."

Em Kay

"First time used Gold member deal, had no problem at all. Visited with my daughter, we ordered Creamy balsamic mushroom and Sautéed sprouts with..."

Hanna Lye

"Lovely staff, relaxing vibes, good food. We got the creamy balsamic mushrooms and quinoa bowl. Generous portions and really tasty. The only thing i..."

Jenny Ho

"Amazing! Friendly staffs, Good location, flowers everywhere! Pretty noisy inside tho. But there are heaters outside so it is not cold. Food, amazing!..."

Erica Kim

"Delicious breakfast, service was a little slow but that was due to the popularity. Outside seating is nice and warm next to the heating! Recommend..."

Marc

"A good place for brunch. Food is really tasty and healthy. If you’re looking for light, green dish, the dish I got from my photo is a good one with..."

Olivia Tran

"The food here was just incredible and it was so easy to use Zomato Gold. Nice vibes and overall feel. We would definitely return here to try other..."

J Choi

"One of the few places in the CBD that lets you use Zomato Gold, the interesting combination of a café and florists meant that the name of this..."

Medium_Rare

"The burger was amazing. Beef was on point, cooked to Gordon Ramsey perfection!Very friendly staff and inviting atmosphere.Only..."

Liuxxx

"Such a nice brunch! Quuuuite a lengthy wait for food but the staff were really nice about it. The Fried Chicken roti was delish. The Sautéed Sprouts..."

Bella Williams

"Coffee was done perfectly, I’ve enjoyed my big bot, very impress with getting a crunchy piece of toasted bread instead of a soggy one (which..."

Ida Tang

"An awesome cafe to come to on a Satdee morning. They have a good selection of fresh juices which go great with your meal. The food is always..."

Tia Brown

"Coffee and hot chocolate were good, served quickly by the friendly staff! We had the veggie bot breakfast and sautéed sprouts with bacon and they..."

Julie Valencia

"Such a cute cafe in the heart of Auckland City where the place was clean and comfortable to dine at. With such flexible opening hours, you don't need..."

Food.review.nz

"Came here for breakfast, was slight disappointed as I read the menu online and it says waffles, but none on the menu. Chose sauted sprout which..."

Isabel

"Love place that is slightly hidden as it’s beneath the depot. They also sell flowers and such which is quite a nice touch as it makes the place..."

BaNaNa

"Delicious. We had the fried chicken which was so good and spicy. Literally the only reason why it’s 4 and not 5 out of 5 is that it could’ve..."

Jasveen Kaur

"Gold membership experience, easy to show and get 1+1 on food benefit. Pita bread is yummy with creamy sauce, pickle, salad and crispy chicken. coffee..."

Flora

"Extremely pleased with the food, quality of service, and ambience of this spot.The music put this place over the top into the 5 star range..."

Luke Ameye

"It's a really nice cafe. Pretty modern decor and lovely helpful staffs. All the ingredients are fresh and flavour just right. I like the fried..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Tasty and yummy. Simple menus are the best and lovely presentation too. Friendly staff and comfortable environment. Service:..."

Tony Ma

"Food was great and they gave us healthy portions. The only problem we had was with the service, we were going to get coffees after we had eaten. But..."

Abbie Gavin

"Modern, cosy inner city cafe with greenery, fresh air, and privacy. We enjoyed our coconut pancakes with passionfruit curd & fresh fruit and smashed..."

Sophia

"Thanks for the fantastic brunch had here, would recommend for a sunny day, taking a hat and getting one of the sun drenched tables outside...."

Logan Burgess

"First time here at The Botanist. Our waitress was really nice, the portions were generous, little bit on the expensive side for breakfast food. Will..."

Sydney

"A hidden gem in Cityworks depot. I've always gone to Odettes and thought it might be good to change it up a bit. I was pleasantly surprised by the..."

Annie Ren

"Great coffee!! Great service!! Never had a bad meal. Highly recommend for brunch or breakfast. Can be a little cold. But staff are great and grab you..."

Nick Childs

"Sometimes you wish you could give 6 stars when the food is just that good. I've been here twice now and both experiences were above expectations. The..."

Sjr Sjr

"I ordered the Braised Beef Cheek, and my friends had the Salmon Bruschetta and the Big BOT. We also had a cup of coffee (soy flat white, soy latte..."

Kirsten

"Nice ambiance. friendly staff. we had a beef burger and a halloumi sandwich. portion and taste were good. we also had a cup of flat white each and..."

W111

"Good place for lunch, there's a wide variety of options and the food + service is as on standard. A casual cafe / hangout atmosphere but with a few..."

Jay

"I've come here several times now for our work meetings and the food has always been consistently good. Meals are well presented, they use good..."

Shannon

"Best establishment for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Highly recommend all meals on the menu! Great owner with awesome service and staff! Chicken..."

Brigid Radich

"I loved my creamed mushrooms with polenta and parmesan. Just the right amount of everything on a plate. My friend had the Roti Eggs which was fresh..."

Mei

"Come here for breakfast every few weeks for a work meeting and food and hot chocolate have always been consistently good. Service is always pretty..."

Clove

"We came as a big group of 15 and the place was very accommodating. Everyone seemed to enjoy their food and all the plates looked consistently pretty..."

Tashee

"What a surprise this place is... quiet, sheltered and friendly service. Great coffee and nice juices. Awesome breakfast menu.We ordered The Big..."

Donna&Shane

"What a cute little place in City Works Depot. I took my friend here for brunch for her birthday and we really enjoyed it. Great ambience and lovely..."

J.T547

"Loved the ambience of the this place, hot chocolate had a lovely, rich dark chocolate flavour. Really liked the rosti, interesting shape and texture..."

Hansi Dissanayake

"A nice little setup amongst other good quality eateries. My girlfriend and I came here for breakfast today, it was quite crowded with AB & Lions..."

TheMʌverick

"Easy parking, Great Atmosphere, fantastic coffee, well thought out food and sublime (very) friendly service. Heaven in what has become so bland in..."

Matt

"The food is really good here and the people are really friendly and takes good care of you. I find it to be a good place to go with my laptop..."

Rothborey Samreth

"City Works Depot hosts a range of amazing cafes with the likes of Best Ugly Bagels and the Food Truck — like duh, everyone knows that.However less..."

Husk Creative

"I really enjoyed the atmosphere of this place, very friendly staff, delicious food and coffee. I had the fish of the day (salmon) which I highly..."

Ryan Wong

"Had lunch with a group of friends and it was a nice little space. Cute looking restaurant and reasonable with ample parking space. Nothing too great..."

Foodie

"Very delicious, had the Egg Benedict, asked if I could have it with mushrooms instead (as I couldn't eat pork) and the request was met with ease...."

Spencer's Reviews

"Cute cafe under the main area in the City Works Depot. The smell of the flowers when you walk in is absolutely heavenly. Coffee is great & there is a..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Cute cafe in the heart of city depot! Beautiful flowers I must sayWent at 1pm and their cabinet food was already depleted!!Their..."

Thegreeats

"The waffles and porridge were great. Would eat here again but what let them down was their coffee. I drink my coffee black so it's hard to hide how..."

Victoria Jenner

"We came here for breakfast one weekend and it was quite lovely. The eggs benedict were cooked perfectly. My sons waffles were delicious. The burger..."

Breadzania

"Had been wanting to try here for a while. No prob getting a table at lunchtime in a monday. Friendly table service. Drinks arrived quickly. we both..."

Gabrielle Shrives

"Cute cafe in City Works Depot. Came here for a Sunday brunch and it was lovely. Food, coffee and service were all good. Plenty of parking right..."

Misty

"It's been about a year since we last visited this place. It is more buzzing than ever. Food was as good as we remembered. Didn't disappoint. ..."

Timer

"Amazing food, coffee, staff, flowers and vibe! There's a menu as well as cabinet food. There's a lot of vegetarian options, especially the salads...."

A

"This place has been on my hit list for a while and today I finally checked it out. We sat outside as my lunch dates included an adorable pug puppy..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Lovely spot, service was good. Coffee was hot and strong which I like, got a slice of pizza from the cabinet so wasn't expecting anything to..."

Sarah Clarke

"Absolutely stunning venue, food and staff. I love the fact that half of this cafe is a florist shop, it brings a sense of nature into the experience..."

Monique Porteous

"I stopped in here for a coffee this morning since I was early for an appointment. The guy on the counter that served me and made my coffee was..."

MelissaLosesItBlog

"We went for breakfast on Saturday morning and sat outside at the table we had reserved. While perusing the menu we sippped on coffees in the..."

Jacqui Dunningham

"The cutest little cafe! I love the idea of a florist within a cafe. The staff were friendly and service was prompt. We both ordered a flat white and..."

Fiona M

"Didn't really live up to the beauty of the name. I expected more than a little florist shop and bits of vegetation hanging from lampshades. The name..."

Duncan Galletly

"I had a very pleasant experience here on a sunny morning sitting outside in the glorious sun. Simple seating area with plants around us. I..."

ShoRt

"The Botanist is located in a relatively new (to the food scene) but increasingly popular area to eat on Wellesley, with Odettes and The Food Truck..."

L.E.N.S

"Have been here a few times for lunch/coffee with friends, as well as for an event in the evening. It is a lovely venue with clean decor and gorgeous..."

Helena Chen

"We found the service rather slow and disorganized and the place was rather quite. The smoothies were rather good however once they arrived. On the..."

David Boshier

"Part florist part cafe. What more could you ask for? Tucked five minutes away from the hustling and bustling of the city centre, there's simply no..."

Rachel

"I went here with a big group for breakfast. This place is beautiful. I loved the greenery and decor. The menu looked really good too. I..."

Angela (A Style Collector)

"Another hot spot at city works depot! Half florist, half cafe (or bar at night), this place ticks the box for looking super pretty with bunches..."

HJ

"We went on a Saturday morning at just the right time around 11 because we were able to get seated straight away (cafe got pretty busy later on)...."

Lucyeatsakld

"Found this cafe on the metro top 50 cafe 2014 so thought we should try this place out. The botanist cafe is a beautiful place to hang out..."

LLK

"Had the peanut butter and banana waffle for breakfast. I was very satisfied after my meal, portion was the perfect size for me, just right. I also..."

Peifen Chua

"Perfect place for lunch with its quiet and modern charm. Plenty of comfortable seating, helpful staff and good selection of salads for those wanting..."

Frank

"It seems you can't really go wrong in the City Works Depot. It is slowly becoming the new 'it' spot in Auckland, so I recommend enjoying it now..."

Two Dark Coffees

"I am surprised at how they make healthy food look so delicious i particulary enjoytheir mixed berry smoothie with yogurt, they also have a nice..."

Heidi M

"Had great lunch! Healthy, innovative salad bowl. Like the fact they are going for quality, not huge menu. Friend had beef. & salad..was..."

Margaret Van Kan

"I meet here to hand my son back to his mother after weekend with me. It’s a lovely family breakfast. Staff are always super friendly. Food is..."

Eddie Peel (Ed)

"Tasty and yummy. Simple menus are the best and lovely presentation too. Friendly staff and comfortable environment. Service: 4/5 Environment:..."

Amynot - Spotify: 不想往前

"I really enjoy their food. Especially the creamy mushrooms and beef cheek. I have a small criticism - the creamy mushrooms have been incosistent in..."

Karin Le Roux (Karin)

"This s a great place for lunch. We had a team of 15 people and they did a great job of accomodating people coming and going and split billing. We sat..."

Blanche Mclean

"This cafe is an absolute favorite on my breakfast and lunch. love the layout and also the flowers. this place is a 10/10 will come again..."

Jesse

"The food wasn't bad but felt a bit pricey for what you get. Good ambience..."

Andy Huang

"My latte and acai bowl were both delicious. Relaxing music and atmosphere as..."

alex rath

"Lovely place and very friendly people really. I went today with my wife, and I had great cappuccino, which was just perfect. My wife had orange..."

Karim Saleh

"Loved this Restaurant! Great Service from all the Staff! Lovely food, my Partner was especially partial to the cauliflower bites! and two had..."

Eternal Life Enthusiast

"Really nice big breakfast, good coffee, nice..."

Karne Steel

"This Cafe/flower shop has interesting architecture and ambience. Brutalist concrete and concrete block. It looks like a converted car park, which I..."

Andrew Tan

"We went for lunch after the previous nights xmas party and it was just perfect. The food was exquisite, the pork and fennel sausages are magnificent...."

Mark

Bestie Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

"You can always rely on Bestie for great food, great coffee and great service. The cardamom rice porridge topped with with rhubarb and oat crumble is..."

Elise D

"Four Words: Jelly. Tip. French. Toast! Enough Said..."

Emily Payne

"Came to try out the new Jelly Tip French toastGreat balance of chocolate, ice cream, Graham crackers and dehydrated raspberries. Could have..."

Elisa

"I had a cold brew- their ambience is great. Especially I liked the vintage inside and sky tower view.Also the staff were kind and..."

Fatty One

"Great location at the back of St Kevin’s Arcade. Scored the window seat on the ledge overlooking both the arcade and Myers Park - the perfect spot...."

Shannon

"One of Auckland’s top 50 cafes. And its not hard to see why. They stay away from the norm and put interesting original dishes on their menu. We had..."

Dora The Food Explorer

"Amazing. Go here. Can’t wait to go back and try everything on the menu..."

Nicola

"The food is great although can be quite expensive for what you get, it does also get very very busy if coming in large groups. The waitress who..."

Rose

"First time having lunch here on a weekend - It was great to see the sun shining and people chatting compared to the cold quiet atmosphere when I used..."

G1k

"I rarely go to cafes if you had noticed it, the flavours I got from these places does not match with the flavour profile that I want and grew up with..."

Ang Sarap

"No. 20 of 56 cafes on Urban Lists “Top Breakfast Cafes” list. This was absolutely delicious. I chose the salmon fish cake. It delivered on taste..."

Fay Brown

"Love Bestie cafe, the location is hidden in Kevin’s Arcade but the view is gorgeous and it has a menu to match. The menu always switches..."

Hansi Dissanayake

"Such a cute and aesthetically pleasing place. St kevin’s arcade is so fun and unique. Great range of food including amazing vegan options! Great..."

Cheapeatobsession

"Another cafe we’ve been meaning to hit for a while was the Bestie cafe. We managed to finally go on Saturday lunchtime. The wait staff are..."

Tasb10

"Checked out bestie and st kevins arcade for breakfast this morning. Nice little spot over looking a gully. Went for the chilli fried egg on sourdough..."

Flippynz

"It has a fairly nice location at the back of St. Kevins Arcade overlooking Myers Park. Quite a few tables so it wasn't hard getting one.The..."

Benedict Uy

"Great hidden place! Coffee was good and but he highlight were the Baps! They were delicious and affordable! Definitely worth a shot! The pastries..."

Melissa Kirsten Heng

"A lovely cafe situated inside St Kevin’s Arcade providing a sunny dining environment.Service: 7/10We stood by the entrance sign for..."

Grace Huang

"First time I visited I tried the menu - getting a cheese toastie with pickles and i also got an iced chocolate. I wasn’t overly impressed the..."

Stacey

"Came in for a birthday breakfast with my friend today. We ordered the donuts, rice pudding, mocha and grapefruit vanilla. Donuts were tasty and jam..."

Rosanne Choy

"This was my second time coming to Bestie and it did not disappoint me. Loved the atmosphere and how different it was from other cafes. Definitely a..."

Vicky Huang

"Best fried eggs on sourdough ever!!!!! Chilli fried eggs are actually to die for. Mean staff. Mean food. We always come here and every time it’s a..."

Elise Van Polanen

"I’m in love with this place’s vibe. Didnt think a cafe in an arcade could be this awesome. Friendly service. Nice coffee. Will come back for the..."

Quinn Mai

"The chilli fried egg was delicious. Potato hash was amazing. The sourdough was over toasted and had soaked a lot of the butter? Making it hard to..."

3leos3

"We ordered fried chilli eggs and scrambled eggs with sourdough and hash browns . The breakfast was really good although the coffee was pretty..."

Pinnu88

"So glad I found this cute little spot! My iced mocha tasted SOOOOO good plus i very much enjoyed my eggs on sour dough. they fry their eggs really..."

G 💖

"This review certainly has been a long time coming and I appreciate all of my fans for being ever so patient. Bestie is the crown jewel of K’Rd’s..."

Mr.G (OFFICIAL)

"This place is special. Definitely a hidden in the middle of K road. Felt like we were in Melbourne! Service was quick and friendly despite being..."

Danimurphy23

"Amazing mix of flavours and textures give you an out of the world culinary delight. No words of praise are less for the chefs - smoked salmon..."

Picky Diner

"My sister and I both had the vegetarian roll. It was big and super tasty packed with beetroot and other veges. We also had a beetroot and carrot..."

Camilla Dadson

"Seriously this place hits the spot every time! Those bottomless cups of coffee, can’t beat 3 cups of joe on one sitting! I had this chickpea with..."

Mrs Little Flower

"I loved the atmosphere of this place. It is hidden away in St. Kevin’s Arcade of K‘road and has an open space with stunning views of Auckland and..."

Auckland Foodie

"What a great experience. Loved my coconut rice pudding and my friend had the mini doughnuts. The ambience is perfect for a cafe and everyone around..."

Cynthia Vanisha Paul

"Bestie is such a gem. Ambience: Love the open space and the seating arrangement. So much light and plants. Love the pink tone of the wall..."

Linh 💛

"I really like the location of Bestie; beautiful greenery at the back of an arcade with lots of natural light. It’s great on Saturday morning, but..."

Raymond Tiong

"Called in here for Bike Auckland breakfast (thanks to K Road Bussiness Association) on Thursday 5 April 2018. Had delicious latte with coconut milk -..."

David Purvis

"Came here during a weekday just after 9am. It wasn’t too busy, and the food came out quickly. I got a cheese scroll and iced mocha. I really liked..."

Kylie

"Prime location, awesome view and great food! So, plenty of reasons for trying Bestie.Love the deep fried doughnuts. the coffe is not the..."

Diogo Reck

"Came here for a small morning snack, had a peach cake and got a hot chocolate. Service was quick and attentive. The cake was nice and moist, most..."

Vanessa Gao

"Lovely warm service, excellently balanced (milk to coffee ratio) soy cappuccino. The baked goods are of the quality one would expect from ones..."

Mcm

"Went to bestie yesterday (Tuesday) just before lunch and there were lots of free tables in the arcade to sit at. Service was friendly and..."

Riddhi

"Love their cheese toastie, had it twice. that quince jelly is amazing addition to melted cheese. Great coffee and good service with a smile...."

Anna Griffin

"My love fore bestie and their hot cakes is unparalleled. If bestie started a cult I would be the first to join. Good vibes good white iced coffees,..."

Lucy

"Tucked away in the arcade on K Road is Bestie. The shared dining area in the court area is a great lace to socialise. It has a great view over the..."

I_like_pickles

"Excellent food here. A top place. Love the ambience of St Kevin’s Arcade. Friendly service and inventive yet not fussy or esoteric food. A must try..."

Louise Ngaei

"This may just be our new favourite cafe on k road. Located at the back of Kevin's arcade with large glass windows you'll get a meal with a view. The..."

HJ

"Best breakfast out i have had in ages. We were told there would be a 30 min wait time on our order but it came in about 20. My flat white was..."

Tommy

"Awesome place for Sunday brunch. We arrived at 10.30am to a great vibe. The cafe is at the end of the wonderful K-Rd icon - St Kevin's Arcade. It was..."

Basil Black

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Friendly helpful staff, funky innovative menu, spacious open plan victorian arcade, overlooking Myers park, in the middle of it all, just off k..."

Abbi Pritchardjones

"Love the feel of St. Kevin's, especially the back area where Bestie's and Gemmayze St. are - such a cool view of the Sky Tower. Bestie's itself is..."

Clove

"Awesome cafe! Went for breakfast and had the crushed lentils which were delicious and such a decent portion size. My brother had the chorizo flat..."

Sarah

"Nice place having coffee here. The donut was quite fluffy n it’s different from normal ones. The potato skin is very crispy n goes well with the..."

郭鸣美

"Strolling into a lovely old complex at the top of a hill is so surprising. The cafe's dining room is the back of courtyard which overlooks a tiny..."

Jade M.

"Visited Bestie cafe today to catch up with a friend. The food was 10/10 we had the hot cakes and the pork ribs both dishes were faultless and I would..."

Sarah Leakey

"Such delicious food, beautiful location and vibe. Food is affordable yet creative and delicious. Staff are lovely and friendly and cool. One of my..."

Georgie T

"St Kevins Arcade has come a long way from the days when I attended AGGS and it was a run down, smelly, dingy dive where all the girls would go to..."

Melemai Kamutoa

"Great little place for a meal! The location is superb and the surrounding shops on K road are worth a look at. Shared the ricotta doughnuts which..."

Kathy Xu

"We have picked the best spot for catch up lunch, lots of table which means no waiting time to get a table for four of us on Saturday lunch time. Open..."

Jessica Halim

"I didn't expect much from a cafe hidden away at the end of an arcade so I was pleasently surprised by the treats in store for us. There was a good..."

Anna

"Wow, such a busy place located in st Kevin's arcade it was very busy when I visited but got served quickly and the scones are delish. The coffee was..."

Brad Vidovich

"Went here on Mother's Day recently, and was buzzing. We arrived around 1pm and had to wait around 5 minutes for a table to be cleared which was fine...."

Juliet

"Decided to try this cafe out, since K Road has been rolling out new eateries lately! Surprised how it was different from other cafes as it was..."

Kirsten

"Food was great, service fab and nice atmos. Would defo come back. Excellent selection of hot sauces and good coffee. Bestie is my new..."

KSP

"Food: food was delicious! A little on the small side for portion size (for my meal anyway) but it was beautifully presented and tasted incredible. I..."

Saskia Kiefte

"Definetly worth a tryy! Salmon balls and cinnamon doughnut were so delish!! Awesome place with very antique ambience located in an old mall!..."

Mindylow_

"I've always liked having a coffee at this location in the past and a few days ago I finally got to try Bestie Cafe which opened here after the arcade..."

Kerryj

"Fantastic food. Well presented and accommodating to dietary requirements. Soy latte was delicious and strong just how I like it. Came here..."

Rose

"Great atmosphere and food was really nice - had smashed avocado with boiled eggs and herbs. Bathrooms didn't have a change mat unfortunately...."

Danielle W

"I love unexpected finds. Bestie was the most wonderful, unexpected adventure and I pleased to discover afterward that it made its place in Metro’s..."

Heartshrooms

"Excellent close to perfect. Breakfast is yummy any choice is great.Coffee good and strong. Views of the skytower the Strand is vibrant...."

Dimitrios Konstantopoulos

"Another top 50 cafe that drew me in... and I'm happy for it once again 😅. Located in one of K'roads 'hallway' of shops, you'll find a stunning..."

Monique Porteous

"Went here for brunch this morning and it was delicious! Hidden gem on K Road. I had the pancakes and my boyfriend had the rosti with salmon. We both..."

Jessica

"My work team and I decided to head up to K-Road to check out the renovation works that they've down to this beautiful arcade. Bestie is one of the..."

Daniel Kinnoch

"Great food !Service was a bit slow and we had to go up and find a waitressThis place was jampacked on a sunday morningBeetroot hummus..."

Thegreeats

"Awesome wee place in the spot where my old favourite cafe used to be. The coffee here is soooo good! I ordered the Coconut & Cardamom rice pudding...."

Ms Jones

"Cute little place on K'Road. Love how while it's situated inside St Kevin's arcade, it's very spacious and you still get lots of sun. If it's a rainy..."

Abigail

"Best cafe in the area hands down. Lovely cabinet food, beautiful coffee and the sweetest staff on the planet! What's with all these 3.5 ratings?..."

Poppy Mitchell-Anyon

"Hidden away at the back of St Kevin's Arcade, Bestie is a nice place to stop for a coffee or breakfast and have a look at the cute second-hand book..."

Justine Weake

"came down for a stroll along k.road and st kevins arcade and Bestie is located at the very end, nice warm sunny location too, just had a cappuccino..."

Diner8Here

"Loved this place, staff are friendly and donuts were suburb. Will be back again to try something else. The only challenge is getting a seat. ..."

Kathleen Ruston (Ellie)

"Redeemed itself we went 5 of us at around 12 ordered meals and coffees told 30 minute wait . After 45 minutes asked where the food was waitress said..."

Richard J

"This new place is close to work so was excited to try it and see if it was worthy of joining the rota. Well it didn't disappoint I loved their menu..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Update August 2018- Bestie still has the best cabinet in town (including vegan baking) and the brownie and snickers truffles are out of this world...."

Sian

"If you're an early bird or just lucky, you'll be able to sit at the window and take in the amazing view over Myers Park. Food was good too. Nice..."

Darren Ren

"The coffee was quite cold and not the best taste as you can see the latte art in the photo. Compare to their reputation, I was disappointed on their..."

Geonju Park

"Delicious breakfast spot and we were lucky to get a great view at the top table! We both enjoyed the cheese toastie with the chili egg and homemade..."

Lily Dove

"Loved the place, the staff is more than nice, all smiling and taking care of you. The food was excellent, the maple cookie was one of the best I ever..."

Cloé

"Hands down the best Chai latte I've tried. And I don't say that lightly! Cozy place with open space to sit inside or having views to the tower. A..."

Anna Magnusdottir

"It was love at the first sight… The atmosphere is amazing, the place is gorgeous, the service is great and the food is amazing. We had the free..."

Jesiane Queiroz

"Would recommend getting the chili fried eggs! Everything we ordered was delicious. The atmosphere is super pretty, however, the service was..."

apas

"Simply amazing! Had the chili butter fried eggs on sourdough with a side of avocado & my husband ordered the stack of pancakes with bacon. Everything..."

Gabriela Cortes

"The food and coffee are super good! The chili fried egg toast 🥰 (asked for the egg..."

Josien and Franklin

"Lovely hip cafe for all ages with a view of the Skytower. Cute decor adds to it. Yummy food especially the shoestring fries. Good..."

Nicky Andrews

Melba Vulcan

84/100 (1225 ratings)

Accepts American Express

"Got a Pork toastie with cheese and pickles...classic, comforting, perfectly toasted, good size! For $8 - not too bad at all. Good to see they still..."

Adam Chui

"The service at Melba Vulcan is always friendly & super helpful. It’s small but tidy, and everything runs smoothly. On this visit I ordered the..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Rating 4.0 Really lovely cozy cafe on Vulcan Lane. Nothing too fancy just homely delicious cafe food done well. Enjoyed the organic brioche French..."

Manz

"Such a cute little brunch/lunch spot! The service is always so lovely and the food is also pretty good. Only note I could make is that on the menu it..."

MariaToday

"I came to MELBA with my friends for lunch. The food came out really quickly and the service was efficient. My friend had the breakfast burger and she..."

Sharon Louie

"It’s a very cozy place, warm and perfect for a winter breakfast or a morning meeting. The staff is nice and the food tasty. One of those places..."

BelaIna

"Lovely ambience and great customer service. Always grab a long black to go in the morning to start my day. Coffee was great and staff were super..."

LilianMonaghan

"Went there for a late lunch, had the jamaican or jerk chicken dish - came out quick. It was a very nice blend of sweet and savoury. Slightly small..."

Clove

"Ordered the market fish dish which was salmon. Great dish, fish was cooked well and a good portion size, pea purée was really nice, would definitely..."

Shannon

"Melba Vulcan lane boasts exceptional service, beautiful outdoor seating, fair prices and freshly brewed coffee. Perfect for a business lunch break or..."

Mashed_Potato

"Great place for breakfast and coffee. The staff are really lovely even when they’re at their busiest. I really enjoy the S.E.B, so much that I..."

Abbie Gavin

"A reasonablely priced menu that accomodates many, hidden away in a vibrant little street in the middle of the city. I found myself coming here for..."

Floyd Moratti

"Nice outdoor seating in a good weather. Chatting with other two friends and having a good time here. Latte not bad, Houlumi salad is average as..."

Elsalute Chic

"Very nicely done coffe, the best almond croissant. Friendly and polite and welcoming staff.Highly recommend them. Cosy place to sit for an..."

Hayley

"We been to this place before and we like food here. But normally we more prefer to go the opposite cafe. But that they no table for us in the..."

Jewel

"Perfect stop if exploring the city for a day and looking for somewhere cozy to eat. Coffee was great, but was intrigued by the ‘bowl’ of coffee..."

Jess Lee

"Saturday morning exploring the city and its many sights... need a little pit stop and a coffee."Found" Melba and were happy we did. Really..."

Warren

"Really nice place for breakfast- my friends and I came here in the morning for French toast and the breakfast burger and everything was delicious...."

Olivia McNeill

"Bloody good Breakfast Burger 😍 bacon and hashbrown crispy, bacon jam packed with flavour, refreshing bits of pickled onion and greens, and the..."

Winnie Chauchau

"Service was a bit slow to take our orders, which was really an irritation since as uni students we had to work within our timetable, but that's not a..."

Raj Singh

"Food: The food here tasted quite good and was flavorful, however the vietnamese pork belly and market fish appeared to be smaller than average..."

Jirene Beh

"First time trying a ginger latte, highly, HIGHLY! recommend. It's like someone took a ginger nut biscuit, a cloud of foamy milk and God's tears and..."

I'mhungry

"This is the first time I came to this restaurant. The benedict eggs is really good. I like the sauce very much. Also, the sparkling water is also..."

SY

"Highly recommend this place in Auckland. We found this place by accident walking through the CBD. Amazing food and great service both times we are..."

Christina

"Our French waiter was a complete delight, engaging with my partner and creating a very pleasant atmosphere and made us very comfortable despite the..."

Liz Bradley

"The quality of the coffee was really good. We ordered eggs benedict, S.E.B, and salmon bagel. Staffs were really friendly and their scramble eggs ..."

Mindylow_

"This review is based on a breakfast I had today.Eggs Benedict with honey cured bacon was divine. The poached eggs were perfect, the bacon..."

Jimon007

"Cute place for a good coffee. The salmon hash with poached eggs was tasty but a bit on a the dry side. The place was quite at 730 am and packed by 8..."

Rebecca

"Had the breakfast burger and found it to be delicious! The mix of things come together really well 😊! Also ordered the fries (chips) and they were..."

Wapatino

"We made a quick stop at Cafe Melba the other morning. It was pretty packed inside so we decided to make the most out of the beautiful weather and..."

FoodieOodie95

"Melba is a cozy place on Vulcan Lane, offering good atmosphere and reasonable price. It is of course always packed during peak hours, especially..."

Linh 💛

"Food was so yummy and service was wonderful too. Would come here again for sure! The menu has so many delicious sounding items I think we must have..."

Anna

"Had the breakfast burger which was pretty good. It was like having a big breakfast but all packed into a bun. Service was really fast. It felt like..."

G

"Lovely options to choose from. Breakfast fills your tummy and quite delicious. I had the waffle combo and it is good but you do get sick of it near..."

Rown

"This is the perfect place for a cold winters day. I have been here twice over the last mobth. Once for cake and once for breakfast.The..."

Miss Kiki

"Melba Vulcan Lane is always buzzing. Today is no exception. Great vibe and friendly service. Coffee is good. You can always be confident that you..."

Timer

"Melba is really busy on a Saturday morning, but their service was quite on point and the food were prepared fairly quickly. Their coffee is lovely..."

Annie Ren

"We were spending the day in the city, and when we arrived, we were a little peckish, so we headed to Melba for a bite to eat. The place was full. We..."

Nikki Rowan

"Café Melba is located at the top end of Vulcan Lane off of Queen Street in downtown Auckland. The coffee is very good and the food was generous, a..."

Ken D

"Today I continued my exploration of Auckland in search of the perfect brunch. Hidden away in Vulcan Lane is this great kitch kitchen serving up..."

George Forgan-Smith

"We popped in here for lunch... Hidden little cafe that it is! The service was very friendly and quick. We just had the pulled pork and the blackboard..."

Donna&Shane

"Love there pancakes with stone fruit .Bit dark in the cafe and a bit cramped but overall enjoyed the food & service was..."

Foodie Feels

"I've probably tried most of the dishes on the menu and I've always walked away okay parting with my hard earned cash. The smashed avocado with feta..."

Sungsam7

"Only been here because they said the coffee is o so good here. To be honest, I wasn't stunned or overwelmed by the quality. The location is pretty..."

Marjolein Drenth

"Hubby and I were back up in Auckland one weekend and came across this cute little place while out on a stroll. It was quite busy but we got a table...."

Siobhan

"This place does good coffee and food. The corn fritters are delicious and the chicken salad is also very good. My only criticism is that whilst the..."

KitKat

"Nice Food, nice coffee, friendly and onto-it staff. Will definitely go..."

Henry Bell

"We stopped in for coffee. It was late on a Saturday with the cafe heading toward closing.The coffees were great. Surprisingly good. The..."

Des Shinnick

"A lovely quaint cafe on Vulcan Lane. We arrived a little pressed for time (a show to get to), greeted by the nicest of staff. Ordered cold drinks..."

SJK .

"The coffee is tight and so are the jeans. Great feel to the place, almost as if you're in Melbourne. Good food and good service. Price wise, it's on..."

Whoa Nelly

"Good location, good food, friendly staff and reasonable price. The risotto that I ordered had some tender chicken strips and tasty sun-dried tomato..."

Theresa Chan

"Wow another Melba like in Takapuna, except in CITY !! XD food and service is almost innevatable *super cool* while food and coffee taste as good as..."

Jimmy Jai

"This cafe is a favourite of a friends, and she introduced it to me a few months ago. The staff here are friendly and I love the atmosphere inside;..."

Helena Chen

"We bought this deal on GrabOne for 2 lunch mains for 20 bucks and were treated with some quality food. Overall, quite a soothing experience. Nice..."

Vaibhav Kawale

"Really great experience at Melba. We’re visiting from NY and my toddler absolutely adored the iced chocolate, French toast and also tried his first..."

Joelle Smith

"We had flat white espresso with the Turkish Cilibi eggs for breakfast. Everything was amazing and the service was good despite being very..."

Ted Robinson

"When I’m in Auckland for an overnighter it’s a no brainer where to go for breakfast. Dear, sweet, Melba. The Favourite Husband and I stumbled..."

Caroline Cameron

"Great little spot. Smooth and friendly service. Good quality coffee and food. Definitely recommend if you are in town. Keep up the good work..."

Traveling with Apple

"Mind blowing experience. Ordered Eggs Benedict and they were they were simply the best I ever had. A shout out to the Melba Vulcan team..Keep making..."

siddhartha raina

"A trendy and charming café in a central area. The food is really tasty, and the service is good. There's an option to sit and take..."

Mai Srugo

"Really good food ! Glad we stopped here for brunch. So refreshing to find somewhere that sells eggs bene with an actual vegetarian option not just..."

Chelsea _________

"This place was amazing ! First time visiting New Zealand, we had breakfast and coffee. Quality is amazing, food came out super fast and most..."

thilan sibera

"We arrived around 11am on Sunday for brunch. It was clearly a busy, popular spot. The outside tables were full so we went inside and were able to..."

Kym Moore

"Love this place, have been here twice in the past few weeks and really enjoyed it. The staff are pleasant and great you immediately, and the food and..."

Isabella Miriam

"Service 10/10; Though they are all busy, but they are super nice and efficient. Very good vibe. Delicious breakfast, food were freshly prepared and..."

sammi1705

"Lovely staff was very busy. Food was really nice and tasty. Good coffee. Would recommend We shared the eggs Benedict so you do get 2..."

angel63jaz

"Amazing breakfast. The place is on the smallish side but cozy. I had eggs benedict with halloumi and mushrooms and a cold pressed OJ. So good, I was..."

Natalia Carollo

"Fantastic food and drinks with top-notch service – couldn't ask for more!!..."

Rojesh Dhakal

"Wonderfully fresh breakfast. I had the breakfast burger on the freshest brioche bun I've ever had. Coffee is freshly made and perfectly prepared. The..."

Richard Rogers

"10/10 recommend! Service was great. There was a bit of a wait on food but it was quite busy and their attitude was still kind, so we didn’t mind...."

Vanessa Nery

"Easy spot for breakfast. Food, service, and atmosphere was what you expect. Thanks..."

Matt Stanley

"Great food, great coffee. Very busy but service was fast. Staff lovely and..."

Elise Rogers

"Absolutely adorable! Little European alley in the heart of Auckland. The food was incredible and the coffee perfect. Quick and friendly service by..."

Sarah Kristin

Triniti Of Silver Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

"Our go to cafe for lunch. The corn fritters, and eggs benedict are to die for ... and where else could you get complimentary sparkling water? The..."

Kate Phillips

"This is our preferred place for a weekend breakfast, great food and always welcoming and accommodating of any special requests or slight alterations..."

Kathrine Lucas

"The staff are lovely and very accommodating! Wonderful food, wonderful service! Highly recommend..."

Katalia Reid

"Staff were friendly and knew the ins and outs of meals being gluten and dairy free. We're prepared to use gf bread and vegan cheese in normal dishes..."

Wendy Ball

"Best coffee in town and the food is AMAZING!!!! Exceptional service and the staff are very friendly and helpful. If you haven't been here, I highly..."

Donna Whitaker

"I enjoyed my favourite breakfast of creamy mushrooms, toast and bacon on the side, it was delicious. Coffee and service was excellent as..."

Ruth Ann Herd

"Came for breakfast on Sunday morning and had a delicious eggs benedict � hot chocolate was pretty yummy..."

Amy O'Donnell

"Love their eggs benedict with salmon delicious. Great friendly..."

Sandy Caulton

"Had the best corn fritters I've ever eaten here the other day. Bit stingy with the avocado but the flavours of everything else made up for it. Thanks..."

Katy Galo

"Loved the crispy hash brown as well as the mussel n courgette fritters. Sparkling water was complimentary. Service was excellent n friendly too..."

Shaun Ong

"Went in for breakfast before and received the warmest, friendliest service. Food arrived incredibly fast, was delicious and I definately made the..."

Grace Kemp

"Great food, great staff, great service - every time I have been to Triniti of Silver..."

Jacqui Olliver

"Absolutely pathetic service, about 45 mins after ordering, waitress comes to ask us what we ordered and takes out pen and notebook..... Don't bother..."

Nazli Adams Kohler

"Good brunch with my girls :) Food was lovely and glad i was able to try it - as i pass by this cafe almost..."

Celani Atienza

"Had breakfast here, tried their trinity works which is basically their big breakfast and it was really good. They have a friendly staff and good..."

Nej Turado

"We used to live in Mt Albert about 14 years ago. I remember my wife and I used to frequent this quaint little cafe quite frequently back then. This..."

Jim Sanderson

"Super friendly and engaging host, obviously cares for his patrons. Eggs Benny and a Cajun salad. Fresh and free range egg yolks were a..."

RachelArcus

"Amazing food, quick service, friendly waiteress. Deserves 5 stars but was let down by a poor response at payment time when asked about how Zomato..."

Varun Khetrapal

"Dined with my mum on Sunday. I had the house smoked eggs Benedict with the eggs presented on a bed of wilted spinach and house made potato hash..."

Denise Keal

"Staff were friendly. Coffee was spot on for this rainy day☕yummy breakfast 😋😋Thank you Triniti of Silver 🙏We surely will keep..."

Deepthi Chandra

"No issue using Zomato Gold. Services was prompt and friendly. Had ordered pancake and chicken sandwich, both taste good! Will go back again!..."

YEe LiNg

"Incredibly amazing customer service from all staff!!! Affordable but delicious food. Amazing value for money. Hands down one of the best meals I have..."

Shaina Murray

"Good traditional breakfast fare with black pudding. Parking can be a bit tricky at times however the good service and excellent food makes it a..."

Robert Peterson

"It’s worth going cafe..Food was awesume and staff was too polite.Loved the environment .Serice was nice .Gold zomato was worth We will surely come..."

Urmil

"Came here and used Zomato Gold. Even without it was good value for what you’re paying with their dishes being a really good portion. Staff was nice..."

Ceciline Thai

"Came here for a late Sunday brunch as we were in the area. Really enjoyed the trinity salmon eggs bene but did think the hash was a bit dry (think..."

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"Great stuff. Lovely place for a brunch.Friendly service. Not a long wait.Good menu. Awesome food taste.Especially on Zomato..."

Avi Yabaluri

"Was impressed with the quality of service and food. Our waiter seemed to also be the owner and was chatty enough to get our day plans and comment on..."

Jack Whitfield

"Staff/service: 4/5Venue: 4/5Price/portion: 4/5I ordered the triniti benedict with house-smoked salmon, the taste was not bad and..."

SM

"Love this place. I just can't get enough of the Cajun chicken sandwich and creamy pasta.Love love love the service.Definitely worth..."

Priya Rao

"Really nice cafe in Mt Albert with really pleasant seating and menu options. I really liked their wide range of drinks and breakfast..."

Jay

"came here for late lunch today and luckily for us the kitchen was still open! we had the cajun chicken sandwich and the triniti eggs benedict with..."

Surya Teja

"Great service, was offered still or sparkling water as soon as I ordered. Clean enviroment with two outdoor areas to sit in, one is sheltered. Food..."

Justine Trim

"All the staff are super friendly and helpfull, the food was amazing as usual. Been going here for years and never had an unpleasant experience...."

James Bartlett

"Pleasant cup of coffee early morning, extremely friendly staff, will come back again for a quick coffee to go for sure.Thank you for my Tuesday..."

C6vrm

"Delicious food! I had the trinity benedict with a side of black pudding - photo makes it look small but it was super filling. My partner had the..."

Kirsti Hogan

"Lovely breakfasts, very friendly staff! We both loved the breakfasts, perfect eggs and so much food!! Thank you, we will be back :) We found park..."

Nikki Ramage

"Food was nice and reasonably priced. The house made hash browns are one of the best I’ve had! The atmosphere is nice and there are a lot of seats,..."

Luba Michina

"I'm a Vegan so veganized the vegetarian breaky everything was delicious, great coffee too, my partner enjoyed his big breakfast immensely also. Took..."

Temptation Cakes Auckland

"Love their Iced Chocolate as it’s not so sweet for me. Mushroom omelette was full of flavour and I love it. My friend had the egg Benedict and..."

Alice

"First time there today service was friendly and the food was delicious. Food was ready fast and iced chocolate was nice. Would definitely go again..."

Diane

"Came in for brunch today. Best creamy mushrooms I've ever tasted. The toast served was walnut bread and not ciabetta! The walnut bread was soft and..."

Rosanne Choy

"Great cafe is a local for my mother and her partner. Staff are wonderful and very welcoming ive had no problems with there food everything I have..."

Kylie Graham

"food was impeccable very clean almost spotless very friendly servicegood menu and very good hours a diamond in the rough. alcohol..."

Inst

"Awkward location but once you’ve figured out the parking it’s well worth a visit.Order from the menu for fresh and tasty options, perhaps a..."

Dale Spencer

"Coffee is fine. Their vegan brownie is delicious. I just wish there was more vegan stuff at the counter. They can veganise breakfast, which is also..."

Jess West

"The staff here are always so lovely and welcoming which a really appreciate. The hot chocolate was yummy on a cold morning like today. I ordered to..."

Caitlin Noonan

"This place has outstanding service! Received a friendly welcome as I walked through the front door. Was invited with a menu and offered a seat. My..."

Mattey Simpson

"Wonderful place with wonderful staff! We always feel so welcome here. They cater to every intolerance my partner has and they do the best soy hot..."

Annie Cliff

"Right next to Mt Albert station, not too busy, and lots of healthy and gluten free meals. The decor was fantastic 10 years ago but it's..."

Tim Marshall

"Great experience, such a family vibe in this place. The waiters are so friendly! The food service was quick, and it was delicious! My favourite was..."

Jan

"We thoroughly recommend this cafe. Most recently, we had excellent flat whites in generous mugs, a sweet and savoury onion jam pinwheel, and a..."

Chris Bangs

"Only stopped by for a brownie which they offered to heat up which was lovely. Tasty brownie might I add. Great service. Nice and clean..."

Kelly Vilisoni-Richards

"Gray little cafe, staff is very friendly. I have meetings here every now and then. Environment: 3/5Food Quality: 3.5/5Food..."

Tony Ma

"Tried this place as was looking for something else and this one was just on the corner so went in there instead.Looked through the..."

Steve Hall

"Amazing food, free range produce, delicious meals! I especially love their haluomi salad, but all dishes are always excellent. Lots of..."

Emma-Jane Sperling

"Fave place for a big breakfast! Food is always cooked to perfection. Staff are always pleasant and attentive. Menu is diverse and healthy so you walk..."

Mercypatch

"So this place is a special place for my partner and I. It was the first place we went on a date and it was the last place we went before having our..."

Kelsey Sciascia

"The service is awesome. Everybody smiles, everything is organic and I've took the best pumpkin ravioli ever. Really! My wife got this amazing steak..."

Eduardo Agostini

"I drive past this place all the time and finally I was hungry enough to stop and try it by myself.... I got the Cajun chicken salad ...didn't feel..."

Donna&Shane

"I recommend the food - free range and vegan, and the service - Prabbakah and Stella are on the shy side but very willing to provide you with the..."

Ysa Maysa

"The perfect place for breakfast with friends. Meals were delivered quickly followed by great coffee. Great service, great food, friendly staff! Would..."

Ancella Gonsalves

"I work locally in Mount Albert and Triniti is definately one of my favourite cafes around the area with impeccable service. The staff are..."

Charlene Weaver

"It was a pleasant surprise to find this coffee shop while wandering through Mt Albert neighborhood. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was nice..."

Luc Buc

"Great service. Very attentive. Food was excellent and very reasonably priced. Also, nice and spacious dining area. There is a kids play area and..."

Clarke Jones

"Excellent place for a delicious breakfast for anyone near Mount Albert.We ordered a Trinity special Omelette and a Trinity breakfast bacon..."

Aabhas Dole

"I've just had a fantastic mussel fritter, salad and salsa dish at Triniti, along with a great coffee! I have come here on and off for years. The..."

S B

"This place is amazing. The food is very well presented and taste equally good. I am very fussy with coffee and they nail it. ..."

Yusoff Kamal

"I had my 21st lunch here and all the food got brought out so quickly, all of the staff are absolutely wonderful and helpful - the atmosphere is nice..."

Lana Maria Lazarevich

"We have been to this place twice and I still stand by my original claim that they have the best bacon I have ever tasted, their food is always fresh..."

Misha Okan

"My friend and I came to Triniti of Silver this morning for a late breakfast and both ordered the pesto scrambled eggs with salmon, avocado, tomato..."

Emma Mcilwain

"My boyfriend and I always enjoy coming to Triniti. I find the food to be delicious and gluten free bread can be swapped in at no cost. The portions..."

Katherine

"My partner and I came here today for brunch and we enjoyed it. There's lots of seating, and the food was delicious. I'll definitely be..."

Rebben

"I am a local and have eaten here a couple of times, in fact a couple of years ago I encouraged my work place to have the end of the year xmas brunch...."

Kiri Jones

"I finally succumed to my curiousity! I have always drove past this place and had plenty of excuses not to pop in however after spotting a nice empty..."

Charissa

"My partner and I spotted this place while desperately looking for a coffee fix after ANZAC service. The place was quite busy so early in the morning...."

Richard_S

"We were going for a walk on Friday night past Trinity and heard some nice sounds coming from the cafe was rather surpised it was open at night ..."

Jack

"Came out here with my friend as my local is closed on weekends. If I were to choose a single word to describe Triniti of Silver it would be Awesome!..."

Penny Smith

"Highly recommend the French toast and long black to die for! Very friendly staff. The marshmallow treat for our three kids came as a real surprise -..."

Stephen

"Our third visit to Triniti in as many weeks. Unbelievably good coffee. On our second visit we couldn't make our minds about what to eat so..."

Gwen Peters

"My husband and 2 kids came out here after attending the dawn service. We were very hungry and absolutely craving for a decent feed and Triniti of..."

Yvonne Crowley

"Drove around looking for a cafe that was open on Good Friday and that is how our family discovered Triniti of Silver Cafe, nestled under the shade of..."

Peter Dwyer

"Came here last Sunday with a couple of my friends. The place is a bit confusing and as it was quite busy it took us about 5 mins to find good seats..."

Melanie Thompson

"Gosh! ended up here twice today. Came in at about 10am to meet a friend and the place was absolutely full. I had the most amazing scrambled eggs on..."

MarieW

"always love coming to this restuarant for the lovely smoked chicken salad - never order anything..."

Judi

"This place deserves to be popular.The coffee is Allpress and is well made.The food is organic and is delicious.It's a..."

Justin Graham

"Fantastic service, friendly staff and great food. All organic and extremely..."

Healie Gibbs

"My personal view of any cafe/ restaurant is to check out the basics on any initial visits e.g. 'coffee' - can they make a descent one. I paid a visit..."

Ms-T

"Amazing food and creative..."

Susan

"A close friend of mine asked me to meet her at the Triniti for lunch. What a unique setup. I have honestly never seen anything like it. We were..."

Peter

"I hadn't been here for years but a vegetarian friend wanted to try it as they have some vegetarian options. I like the fact that they used..."

Squiddy

"Having driven past this cafe every other day for months, I was quite interested when a colleague suggested a group of us meet there for coffee. Many..."

Maggie G

"We've been coming to this café for many years and it never disappoints - fresh and tasty food and great service (at a very reasonable price)...."

Claire Hobbs

"Love their lasagna so much! Other food options are also good too. The staff are very friendly. Prices are reasonable. Best coffee place in the area..."

Da Quynh Tran Thanh

"Came here for lunch and breakfast. Very lovely service, fast and efficient and made sure we were happy. Perfectly cooked food all round for a table..."

Jade Atkinson

"What a lovely cafe. With indoor and outdoor seating space. Two of the old people hopefully the owner are trying their level best and giving the..."

Vipul Jotania

"Excellent coffee shop, I've been here several times, and the staff are always polite, friendly, and helpful, the place is always kept extremely clean..."

Drogor Markilson (Drogor Markilson)

"We loved our visit here! The food was absolutely delicious, and the people were so kind and friendly. The French toast is amazing! We wanted to go..."

Summer Curle

"Such an amazing place. Amazing prices, amazing food, amazing staff. A really nice atmosphere and very underrated! If your thinking of coming here..."

Scarlett Robinson

"Best place for breakfast outside of the cbd. Very well prepared and painstakingly detailed presentation of delicious breakfast items. A wide range to..."

Ash Marcel

"My new favourite cafe for great Allpress coffee. Many cafes sell Allpress coffee but I've never found anywhere else that makes it this good,..."

Sam Ashton

"Lovely courtesy owners many years providing wonderful service nothing to much trouble plus bonus reasonably priced. menu recommend..."

Mervyn Hewitt

"Beautiful and kind couple that owns this cafe, their service is excellent and welcoming. I enjoy their coffee, delicious and..."

'Aqilah Hashim

"The food was pretty good! The service was excellent! We enjoyed getting breakfast here on a rainy Saturday morning! The coffee was amazing! We'd..."

Pooja Swaminathan

"All time best decaf soy latte ever! Full-bodied flavour, sweet & creamy, despite no sugar and beautifully hot too! Consistently amazing coffee over..."

sheonavh

"This cafes been around for ages but i never got round to trying until now, my triniti eggs bene was really yummy and coffee was also very well made...."

Celia Chan

"Had an amazing breakfast with my family. Thank you so much for making our Sunday fabulous. Pancakes were little dry than usual but it evened out with..."

Alok Gohil

"Great place great coffee nice boss even gave my son a free marshmallow! I hope you can hang in there in this armageddon aka COVID global..."

浩哥-奥克兰

"Lovely, friendly owners and staff. Great place to sit and relax, even on a rainy day. The breakfast was delicious, among the best I've had in NZ...."

Richard Nagle

Federal & Wolfe

"Great cafe with a lot of open space and natural lighting. Food was excellently presented and tasted good, eggs were a bit too over cooked for..."

Debbie Nik

"I had a good meal and the service was even better. I can't say enough about this place! . Incredible food and coffee, service is second to none! Next..."

Donna Smith

"Lovely place with nice atmosphere and good coffee. We ordered scramble eggs on gluten free bread and one avocado on bread and we were happy with it...."

Sarah

"A dinky little cafe, in part of the Auckland construction extravaganza, but well worth the effort to find! Definitely up for a re-visit next time I'm..."

Roi B

"Ordered the egg benny. One is smoked salmon and the other is a classic style with bacon. They are all delicious, with a perfect poached egg and a..."

Lena Gaponenko

"I guess people don’t pay tips in New Zealand, so most of the restaurants service are poor. Food actually taste good. But the cutlery don’t look..."

Sherry C

"Awesome! Avo Toast as well as Eggs Florentine were both delicious. Good coffee too! Great spot for breakfast with ample seating that takes advantage..."

Mike McCauley

"great food and service. really nice chill vibe for a quick lunch dash, leisurely brunch or just a caffeine pick-me-up. great location but away from..."

benjamin tang

"Our first meal in Auckland and it was the perfect spot to start the vacation. The space is large, bright, and breezy with the open air..."

Jay

"Usual brunch menu, well done. Good coffee, average prices for Auckland. Service was friendly and unassuming. Nice interior, but location a bit feral,..."

Peter Melville

"Avo toast is not on the menu if you are looking to order it. Good coffee good food. Very cozy place to eat and..."

brenda Hsien

"Such a nice morning to have breakfast at Federal and Wolfe. The staff are super friendly, I had the avocado on toast, it was delicious and filled me..."

Monique McRae

"Friendly staff, table service, plenty of space. I had the pork eggs benny which was delicious. Great coffee also. I’ll come..."

Andy Schmidt

"Great breakfast and coffee in Auckland. Would recommend. They were happy to accommodate my vegan diet and substitute the..."

Christopher Marshall

"A bit of a hidden gem in central Auckland! Very friendly and fast service, and great..."

Celia Chan

"Amazing first breakfast in New Zealand. Great service and equally great food and..."

Derik Polay

Dizengoff

Wheelchair Accessible

"1/2 & 1/2 - such a good meal for being quite simple. These mushrooms were PERFECTLY cooked in a delightful balsamic sauce. The eggs... where do I..."

Tasteful Seconds By Kyrsta Lynn

"Great cafe with fast and friendly service.I’m a fan of their bagels, specifically the Moroccan chicken, it’s different to anything that..."

Stacey

"Drip in for a weekend brunch - they serve amazing food, mushroom is cooked perfectly and so creamy, the egg’s really fluffy as well!..."

MCP

"Good service and good food plus coffee, recommend. Maybe a few plants upstairs could give it more ambiance, but a nice place to sit especially when..."

Golden Years

"Coffee 5/5service 4/5Ambience 5/5Came in here for a morning coffee(Allpress) which was really really tasty and came out super..."

SpoonMe

"Had the most amazing dense and moist poppy seed muffin for a good value especially from a cafe on Ponsonby road. It goes well with the coffee, and is..."

G1k

"Really enjoyed the 50/50. Never really order eggs out but it was a delicious change. The waiters were nice and chill, cleared plates in a timely..."

Charles

"Pleasant peaceful weekday breakfast. Fried pastrami with soft scrambled eggs and sour dough toast. Nice coffee! Love the big windows. Fun people..."

Jade M.

"Literally Auckland’s best coffee house. Food is filling and consistently good - the Jewish delights are one to try if you want something lighter. ..."

Logan Cavanagh

"Dizengoff is one of the mainstays of Ponsonby’s ever evolving dining scene and has been serving up Jewish inspired fare since 1994. The secret of..."

The City Lane

"Having walked past Dizengoff several times whenever popping into Ponsonby, I was excited to finally check it out one rainy Saturday morning. My..."

Raymond Tiong

"The first cafe i came to when i arrived in Auckland. I did a bit of research and wanted a nice breakfast. I'd heard the balsamic mushrooms were to..."

Emma Kenny

"First time in here because of the high score. The food was alright - it's normal cafe food but Jerwish style. We ordered 3 meals to share, the..."

CocoOnFire

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Ah Dizengoff, highly spoken of and for a damn good reason 💕. The Jewish/Israeli fare is expansive here and that is definitely ok with me! I found..."

Monique Porteous

"Awesome cafe that my friend and I stumbled upon yesterday, we ordered a chicken salad each, not your typical chicken salad, loaaaads of flavour,..."

Kate

"Coffee is lovely. The food tastes authentic and fresh! Service is pretty good. I love the menu. Would be keen to try everything. The flavors mesh..."

Shayleen Narayan

"Love Dizzy! It's lasted in the competiveness that is Ponsonby for a reason. It doesn't try too hard or follows fads (mason jars etc.). Best coffee in..."

Erin Berryman

"Came here for lunch with friends. Loved Dizengoff's Jewish-Western spin, something a bit different. Decided to be adventurous and try the chopped..."

Abigail

"Had their soy cappuccino one day and was one of the bestIf you like your coffees quite strong this is a good placeHowever at the end the..."

Thegreeats

"The best cafe in Auckland !!!! I am here every single weekend without fail ! Large flatwhites made to perfection every single time, amazing staff,..."

Debbie Sugrue

"Perfection ❤️ from the food and service to the deco and atmosphere, Dizengoff is definitely a must-visit place in Ponsonby 😊My..."

Linh 💛

"Visited for the first time today and was impressed with the quick service. My coffee was great also pleased they offer almond milk as not a lot of..."

Gaffarsplusone

"Dizzy is the gold standard for the Ponsonby cafe scene (and dare I say, the rest of Auckland). Great coffee, drinks & food. Always have a good time...."

A

"An oldie but a goodie, Dizengoff has been a popular stable in Ponsonbys' cafe scene for as long as I can remember. Small, minimalist decor allows the..."

L.E.N.S

"This place always seems to have a good vibe about it. One of my favorite coffee shops in Ponsonby. Service is always consistent and so are the..."

HJ

"One of my fav cafes at Ponsonby with one of the best coffees served in Auckland / nz ! Had the usual chicken pasta which will fill you up and also..."

Richie Chewy

"Went ponsonby for the Christmas market day and decided to settle here for some brunch. I ordered the half and half and my boyfriend got the eggs..."

Joanne Chiang

"My favourite cafe in Auckland.The half and half, big breakfast, the coffee, the chicken bagels....Everything here is amazing, the..."

Max During

"Simple for me, eggs & pastrami, hits the spot. Coffee is good, just too busy to get a table on a Saturday (but that's my problem and a good one for..."

Iain Smart

"One of the finer breakfast spots in Auckland! Clean, inviting, exquisite and an all round 10/10 ! Can't fault anything .. Worth the money and the..."

GideonMarisa MasterchefNz2015

"Probably my favourite breakfast spot in Ponsonby, beautiful coffee - beautiful service. Fantastic food!! I have never been let down - defiantly a..."

Caitlin Earl

"The eggs and mushrooms here are amazing. I come here fairly often when my lust for mushrooms can't be sated elsewhere. Staff always friendly,..."

Vincent Warner

"I bloody love Dizengoff. It's always packed and there's often a line for ordering but I can see why. Their mushroom on toast and salmon scrambled..."

Ben Tutty

"We have been here twice now and the foods is pretty amazing. The first time I ordered museli which was nice but I did wish I had chosen something a..."

Fiona M

"Great place to go on the weekend for bunch. The atmosphere is great, as is the food and the coffee. The go-to is always the mushrooms and scrambled..."

B

"Consistently outstanding brunch cafe in Auckland. Highly recommend the house smoked salmon, the balsamic mushrooms, the pastrami and scrambled eggs..."

Gracie B.

"A very cool name and a very cool restaurant. Have been perhaps half a dozen times when in auckland, usually for breakfast or lunch with family. I..."

Duncan Galletly

"One of my favourite breakfast spots in Auckland. Been here many times and I've never been disappointed. Consistently delicious and staff are..."

Ishita M. Mendonsa

"AMAZING!. Delicious coffee and friendly service..The eggs benedict were incredible.. I forced myself to eat it all! And my partner was equally..."

Renata

"Great local gem in ponsonby! Busy cafe with good coffee and a simple but generous menu. The mushrooms on toast was delicious but a heavy brunch with..."

Rosely

"Was awesome that my friend and I were able to get seated straight away and food and coffee was bought out quickly. The coffee is to die for and my..."

Lucyeatsakld

"This place was super busy when we visited on a Friday morning at around 7.45am! Atmosphere in the cafe was overwhelming, was very loud, found myself..."

Peifen Chua

"Dizengoff never disappoints. One of my favourite cafes in Auckland. The 1/2 and 1/2 scrambled egg and creamed mushroom on toast is one of those..."

Jodie Hsieh

"Outstanding coffee & macaroons at Dizengoff yesterday. It was late Sunday morning, and the place was pumping. We sat outside in the beautiful..."

Liz Winstone

"Amazing awesome Eggs bene...so good that I still kept thinking about the day after! Hah :)Would definitely come back, again and again!When..."

Lucia

"My favorite cafe by far. I love this place, the coffee is perfect every time and the staff remember what I order even though I only go every few..."

Chloë Leonarda

"I recently moved back into the Ponse and have made it my regular haunt for morning coffee. My flatwhite is always made to perfection with a love..."

Catherine

"Chicken Pasta is amazing!! best i've ever had. Loved the contemporary wall designs upstairs. Friendly people. A new..."

Louise Ashford

"Dizengoff is my favourite cafe in Ponsonby. The coffee is fantastic. The atmosphere is great. It is always busy. The service is great too. Can't go..."

Fiona Chapman

"This place never fails to impressConsistently goodService, food, and ambiance.Dizengoff is usually always busy so if we decide to go..."

The Incredible Edible

"Dizengoff is an Auckland institution that needs no introduction. Located on the main Ponsonby strip, it serves great coffee and brunch with Jewish..."

Eat It Auckland

"HALF & HALF - Recommended dish here. The dish comprises of half balsamic mushrooms & half scrambled eggs, along with two slices of delicious toasted..."

Ju W

"I came here for the first time on 2Jan and as you can imagine it was crazy busy die to other cafes being closed Still they smashed home runs with..."

maans le roux

"This place has become my favorite cafe in city. I had big breakfast and french toast. I really loved big breakfast which included eggs, sausage,..."

Lauren Son

"Went here for a Saturday morning breakfast. The atmosphere was nice and laid back and the food is pretty good. I had a matcha latte and the french..."

Lizanne Gomes

"I've been here a few times already and I really enjoyed the experience. The staff is very friendly and attentive and the coffee is great, but the..."

javier yebenes

"The food here is so good and they’re FAST. For the price it’s an amazing..."

Justen and Kelsey Hundley-Hu

"Ordered large flat white, banana loaf, brownies and lemon glazed cookies. Fast service, verything tasted great and loved the fact that they open..."

Angela Soupha

"1st time here, was not disappointed. Superb eggs bennie, generous with the salmon. Big Brekkie was one of the better ones on P road, great portion..."

Eamonn O'Sullivan

"An old favourite, Dizengoff continues to impress. Excellent coffee and you can6beat the Israeli chicken..."

Mary Binney

"I had a delicious dish for lunch called Jewish Chicken Salad. It was really fresh and yummy with great..."

Andrew M. Bell

"Great coffee with the best cheese scones in town. You may need to be there early as once I went at 8 a.m. (weekday) and the scones were gone! Yup,..."

Nuno Ganhão Hermitério

"Great coffee at 6:39 am? I don't know where to get coffee, let alone great coffee. And it's open 364 days a year. I can't believe I've lived almost..."

Sean DSouza

"Excellent breakfast in Ponsonby. It is mainlyreally good, but in my opinion, the best advantage is that the kitchen is pretty quick compared to some..."

Adrien Gaucher

"Excellent fast service, ordered the feta salad which was amazing and had the best cheese to salad ratio I have ever encountered. Definitely recommend..."

Steph Edlin

"1st time here and it was great. Thanks to the busy team and I loved the off menu, surprise eggs with the breakfast grill which was unique, tasty and..."

christo gold

"Coffee is excellent. Recommend mushrooms and scrambled eggs on toast or the Israeli plate. So glad to see the menu and ambience hasn't changed too..."

Clare Milford

"Food the best.service excellent. They can't do much about traffic. A secret..."

Shirley Dobbyn

Orphans Kitchen

82/100 (1293 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Loved it here. Big fan of the interior and overall atmosphere. Great food and coffee also. Very friendly..."

Sharon

"A unique and awesome addition to ponsonby’s food scene! Love all their quirky toast dishes. The coffee is also great. A bit more on the adventurous..."

Bella Qian

"I have visited this place several times and tried most of the dishes. The flavours were always incredibly balanced and the ingredients were so..."

Ginolatte

"Small intimate space. Have come for coffee I. The morning and dinner. Both times have been fantastic. All I have to show for my experience was this..."

Chan Can Eat

"One of my favourite cafes, whips up mean fusion kiwi food😍😍 Featured: kumāra tortilla two ways, one with fish of the day and the other topped..."

Anchal Naik

"Had the bolognese which was flavoursome and delicious and reasonably priced so rating is based on that but overall I think the menu is a bit..."

Lizzie

"closer to 4came here with a group of friends, the place was fully packed and the decor nicetaste and presentation were to be expected..."

Deadwin

"Was around at Ponsonby, decided to give this place a try as I have seen the high quality reviews. We went as a group and I ordered the kumara..."

Wilson Shum

"The menu items here look familiar but does have a bit of the twist. This includes the ceviche with melon and the fish with grapes. I also tried the..."

Benedict Uy

"Had my first Southland Cheese roll ever here – came in for a quick breakfast and wake-up coffee before work. It was so cheesey but strangely it..."

G1k

"You got to try their own hazelnut milk as an alternative to soy.Delicious.Staff are courteous and the breakfast food beautifully presented and..."

Huia O'Sullivan

"What a haven! After being put off Ponsonby cafes after a truly awful experience at Dizengoff (I.e completely ignored, while regulars were fawned..."

Louise Ngaei

"We went with a large group to Orphans Kitchen and had such a wonderful night. The food was absolutely stunning especially the octopus and the monk..."

Hannah Poole

"Orphan’s Kitchen is all about the philosophy that fresh and local is best, and less is more. It is, in the words of the restaurant, “about..."

The City Lane

"Simple, unique and cultural are three words I would use to describe my favourite little local, Orphans Kitchen. From the interior, to what..."

Georgia Baker

"Step into the wooden wonderland that is Orphans Kitchen and take a seat. First things first, I would say you do have to open your mind for the menu..."

Monique Porteous

"Under rated cafe and casual atmosphere. The food was absolutely superb!!! We had the mutton, pappa and fish of the day, plus some starters. The..."

Taimor H

"Stopped in for a few snacks on a weeknight. Our waiter was helpful and accommodating, food was great, drinks were great. Best butter I've ever..."

Mysticmojito

"Best hot chocolate ever. Delish .. Busy , staff quick to sit us down and prompt service. Cosy as small but nice atmosphere and menu was delightfully..."

Pamela Hutchinson

"Went here last weekend with a couple of friends and we chose the 'Feasting Menu' - and what a great idea that was. Every course was delicious with..."

Bridgee

"Service 5 Food 4.5 Deco 5We were there for brunch on Thursday afternoon. Is not crowded. Got a four seated seat next to the long bench. Loves..."

Lisa Wong Lee Wen

"Food was out standing. Good sized portion. Decor very modern and simple. Barista extremely helpful and lovely. Waitress not up to scratch and brought..."

Eve Lewis

"I heard quite a lot of raves about this place, and finally got to try it a couple of weeks ago. The place was quite small with rustic decor, which is..."

Lia Yosaatmadja

"The origin of the name, Orphan's Kitchen, came from one of many delicious gatherings hosted by the founders, who along with some of their friends,..."

Husk Creative

"Orphans Kitchen is probably one of the best places to see how different, fresh and delicious NZ ingredients are. Tom Hishon, the chef and co-owner of..."

Diogo Reck

"Thought we would try out a previously recommended cafe for breakfast.Quick and friendly greeting as we ordered coffees and browsed the..."

Magpie

"Food is interesting - they definitely experiment with flavours however it is a bit of a hit and miss - thankfully mostly hits. Portions were good..."

Elle

"Creative, fresh and tasty food. Homey feel with a relaxed vibe and good service. Good value for money too. We will definitely be back. Highly..."

Michael Rossing

"Great buzzing atmosphere for a Sunday morning. Good food and great coffee. Simple menu so easy to make a decision.. No complaints here!..."

Panini T

"I'll get my gripes out of the way first because, let's be honest, everyone likes a bit of drama. There are 2 of them:A) I wasn't given..."

Kieran

"The Mrs had been here and finally I got to taste OK for myself. We had the tasting menu and I enjoyed the refreshing innovative yet totally..."

Gus

"Went there for dinner on Tuesday night. We had a dinner tasting menu which was a really journey of different flavours. It was a bit strange but cool..."

Katerina Berlova

"Had breakfast here on a busy morning. The service was really nice. Ordered the mashed kumara with wagyu brisket. The combination of flavours were..."

Jamez Hill III

"Warning FOODIES only. Like the judges in "master chef" would say " the only bad thing I can say about this dish is that there isn't enough!" A very..."

Ethan Liaw

"Have been here for 1 dinner, 2 brunches & 1 breakfast- Consistently good. Friendly, welcoming service & an innovative but accessible menu. Deserves..."

Sian

"I've been here three times now, twice for brunch and once for dinner.Definitely one of the best options in Ponsonby for innovative food,..."

Michael

"Only ever been here for dinner, and if you like innovative, well presented, and a hipster type ambience, this is a place to go. We loved our service,..."

ShoRt

"One of the highlight dining spot on Ponsonby street ❤️ love the high chairs and the wooden tables as well as the neutral tone of the whole place,..."

Linh 💛

"Been told to come here for while now so we decided to try it for breaky, smashed avo, mint, duck egg, goat cheese on rye bread - bloody interesting..."

Alwayseating

"These crumpets!!! Oh my god they're the best. The rest of the menu looks incredible too but I've never been willing to go past the crumpets so may..."

Dxzx

"Went here for breakfast on a sunny Sunday. Place was very busy but we managed to get a table outside. We ordered our drinks and food. Some of the..."

Hannah Gear

"Orphan's Kitchen was spectacular - I had the fish with corn and zucchini and it was outstanding. Best fish I've ever had at a restaurant, I think...."

Petra Pearce

"A cute, tiny place on Ponsonby Rd that is not the easiest to find if you don't know it but well worth the visit. Small menu and sharing plates are..."

Zoe Bowker

"Orphan's is a firm favourite for all three meals a day. The produce is fresh and the food changes seasonally. They make their own crumpets and have..."

Eleanor Purdey Smith

"Perfect meal! Loved every dish & it was all vegan (by request). It was great to be catered for without feeling like I had caused hassle. Lovely..."

Rona Dalgleish

"Went for Breakfast and loved it! I had smashed avo on rye bread and the husband had slow poached eggs with anchovies and lemon. The dishes sound so..."

Joan Edwards

"Had lunch with few friends today. I tried the sardine and loved it. Coffee was great. However i didnt like the ginger beer, as it was way too sweet..."

Las Akurugoda

"Alot of interesting concoction of layers and flavours on every dish. and the FOH are rather knowledgeable of the chefs work, so when the dish..."

Noel

"A very cosy, rustic, casual dining place with AWESOME food.... We popped in here early for dinner as I knew you couldn't book and it hadn't filled up..."

Donna&Shane

"This is my number 1 place for beautiful and creative food. Top quality and at a reasonable price. Always great value. Made for easy sharing...."

Travels4Food

"After reading awesome reviews on this place, we decided to give it a whirl this Saturday morning. All I can say is YUM!!!! The crumpets were..."

B D H

"I was kinda skeptical about this place cause I thought it was just another one of metro's trending cafes that comes off a bit pretentious. But after..."

Gemma

"Came here in wet Sunday morning. Not busy.Great coffee, great service and the wagyu brisket with kumara mash while not a normal breakfast choice..."

Stephen Potter

"Orphan's Kitchen is an absolute must!Came here with friends for a birthday and left having had one of the best culinary experiences I have..."

Captain Underpants

"I'd heard so much about Orphan's Kitchen, but mainly its dinner menu...but thought I'd give it a whirl for brunch. We had the homemade..."

Paul Evans

"Went to this wonderful little restaurant for lunch. Weren't any seats indoors so we were led out to the back, where we had the area to ourselves -..."

Hannah

"Perfect! Great food, great service, amazing ambience, and I love the story behind the name. I once was an orphan in London, can totally relate! Don't..."

Chch Chick

"Have been several times over the past year. Service was amazing, as was the atmosphere. I'm not a fan of the no booking thing but unfortunately..."

Maia Churichkova

"We had a really nice feasting menu. The waitress was very friendly and patient to us. Also she took our request to swap one of the dishes for..."

Poricasol

"Orphans Kitchen is a one of a kind dining experience and you need to see what the fuss is all about. It has a rustic décor and the atmosphere is..."

Jess Pendergrast

"Booked the big table here upstairs awhile back, had a group of 20 or so and was a fantastic night. Josh, Tom and the team do a great job here and the..."

Karl Thomson

"Okay I admit it - any restaurant that has such dedication to whatever's fresh in the market that morning and prints a new menu everyday wins a 4.0 or..."

Gentlepig

"We had the feasting menu, I think calling it a feast is a bit of a stretch. Food was really nice with great flavours and presentation however the..."

Emma-Jane Bates

"Can be hard to get a table due to popularity, BUT, so so so worth the wait. Cool and eccentric menu with dishes including milk fed lamb, jersey..."

Georgia Dobbs

"Our first visit there, we were lucky to get a table. The interior of the cafe was nice and warm.We had breakfast ramen, mushroom and..."

Cindy Ong

"I had a breakfast on last Friday .Brunch menu is different and interesting not the standard Break Fast menu and menu is limited and good choice for..."

Subhashini Sathanantham

"If you've flicked through Kinfolk and know anything about ponsonby you'll see this as an amalgam. Pale pastel walls, wooden, slightly rumpty, a sense..."

Duncan Galletly

"Enjoyed a lovely brunch on Saturday at this cool place. The food was amazing!!! We had the homemade crumpets and mushroom broth with brioche, what a..."

Kwan-Lyn

"Amazing food! Amazing waiters. The food took a long time and they compensated with complementary treats. I loved their drinks and the interior..."

Carla Paloma

"One of my fav places ever the food is so delicious and the atmosphere is such a good vibe love the food ??? have been here twice in the last month..."

Phoenix Brown

"There's been a hype about this place and it lived it up. We were first served with butter and bread and the butter had some ash in it. It was nice...."

Bettina Tran

"Ticking this off my 2014 Dining Wishlist, my friend and I finally made our way to Ponsonby for dinner at Orphan’s Kitchen. Claiming to be ‘the..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"Great service, simple meals done well. Recommend the skirt steak! Not just any old steak, it's actually to die for. Complimentary burnt butter is..."

Zelda

"I finally made it to Orphans Kitchen after seeing all the hype online. Being a chef its difficult to eat out when you work the same hours that most..."

Courtney @ A Food Awakening

"Busy Friday night. Very pleasant service. Beautifully prepared food. Thanks to the wait staff that helped us relocate (with our food) from upstairs..."

Blythe Biel

"Best food I have had in a while and I can't fault the place. The service was absolutely perfect. Menu was creative and there is something for..."

Clare

"Was here for an early dinner on a Thursday night recently. Thoroughly impressed by the friendly and professional front of house, and the food was..."

Wolfie W

"I love this place. I think these guys will go far. I have been a couple of times and walked out of there really satisfied. It's definitely food with..."

Nick Hutchinson

"My partner and I dined at Orphan's Kitchen on a Wednesday night and we were greeted by friendly and helpful staff who sat us immediately. We decided..."

Carol

"A group of eight friends visited Orphans Kitchen, shortly after it opened in early August. We sat upstairs, where we had an elongated 20-seat table..."

Merv Lowe

"Orphan's Kitchen has been on my wishlist for the longest time and, boy, was it worth the wait. As with most new establishments there is a walk-policy..."

EatsByZee

"Flavours that and food tastes and combinations that sent me some where I have never been . FeelI had been an orphan..."

Trish Newdick

"Love this place. Excellent food, beautiful interior, friendly and attentive staff, and casual atmosphere.We thought the house-smoked salmon..."

Nom Nom Panda

"This place is my favourite restaurant in Auckland at the moment, the food is incredible. Hip young staff and clientèle, simple fit out,..."

Brett Hancock

"This cafe provided the perfect morning atmosphere I was looking for in Ponsonby. It exuded coziness, warmth, and the delightful aroma of freshly..."

Michael Kang

"Loved it! They have a spin on bagels and loxs that does not disappoint. My wife got the brisket taco. But my favorite dish was the crumpet with the..."

Clay Huston

"Orphans Kitchen never disappoints. Definitely not your standard brunch/lunch menu there is something for everyone, fresh ingredients, generous..."

Mary Binney

"THE BEST kumara fries with the kawakawa mayonnaise! Very crunchy and flavorful. The burnt butter with the daily bread sourdough was basically just..."

apas

"Came in for the 10$ Tuesday crumpet special and was not diss appointed that is more like a 20$ experience and with unlimited refills on the filter..."

Sterling Arnet

"Food was delicious and coffee really good. We had the venison bolognese with a poached egg and the cured trout/salmon on..."

S H

"Great to finally check out Orphans a kitchen for the Baby G pop up. Without question the best burger I’ve ever had, the buttermilk chicken tenders..."

James Ashwin

"The dishes with that mixed of flavors, was something completely new for me. The size of potion was enough as well. Everyone of us in the group..."

Daniel Goertz

"We enjoyed a late lunch, i tried the crumpet and it was light, fluffy and delicious. I also had the poached eggs on sourdough with lemon and it was..."

Julie Bukutu

"We were lucky to be in Auckland on the first Tuesday of the month when Orphans Kitchen does an open test kitchen to workshop new dish ideas. The 4..."

Michelle T

"It's a really *interesting*, *trendy*, *ethical* night out... that doesn't *quite* deliver on the flavours as consistently as it could. Their..."

Andrew Johnson (AJ)

"The menu items here look familiar but does have a bit of the twist. This includes the ceviche with melon and the fish with grapes. I also tried the..."

Benedict Uy

"Just had dinner here, we were on our way to another place and stumbled across the menu on the outside table. So happy we came inside- what a meal, we..."

Orla O'Neill

"I seriously do not think you can go wrong here. These guys manage to put stuff together that makes you wanna try it just to see if they nail it...."

Nuno Ganhão Hermitério

"Very interesting and unique food, very creative but still very tasty. Friendly staff and they have their own rooftop beehive for their source of..."

Jae Park

"Orphan's is a Ponsonby classic serving great coffee and a menu of classics with a twist. Their famous crumpets are unmissable. It's a small space..."

Kezia Lynch

"Food and coffee are do Tasty, worth trying for..."

Foodoholicher - Rytham Shakti Dance group

Wheelchair Accessible

"This hidden cafe in Newmarket is massive! I love their industrial interior. The service is superb. The coffee is great! All the food that we ordered..."

Rea Roxas

"Airy and plush spot tucked away behind Newmarket. They are really great at executing classic brunch things like their eggs Benedict and the..."

CARO CONSUMES

"Nice and cozy place for brunches. Good food quality and nice coffee ☕️..."

Gabriel Kung

"This cafe in newmarket has many tables to choose from and is not crowded with people. Great place to have brunch on the weekend or just having a cup..."

Eatateeaten

"Had my meeting here over coffee and some brunch. The coffee was great and food was decent. It can get a little noisy but that's ok...."

Darren Big Belly

"My husband and I run every weekend followed by a hearty meal. This weekend we went to L’affare. Not too keen with the eggs benedict but simply Love..."

Cynthia Agustin

"Love the atmosphere and the service. Chicken waffle was amazing. Just perfect...."

Mocca Lion

"I come here every morning and it kick starts my day. Their coffee is amazing, the staff are friendly and the food is delicious. i've never been one..."

Jane Jeon

"nice looking coffee, food taste fine👌 difficult to find a carpark on Friday, took me 20mins to..."

Huang Jingjing

"Spacious café with many tables to choose from. Great place to have lunch/coffee/weekend brunch, even would be kids friendly which is something hard..."

G1k

"Awesome place to visit for brunch with friends and family. The coffee is good and the food is consistently great. They have the perfect brunch menu..."

Matchstick Reviews

"I ordered French toast which is a little bit over-cooked. And probably coz I am not a big fan ofsugar so I think the maple syrup is too sweet for me...."

Joyce Xu

"Went to this little cafe with my husband for breakfast. I had the chicken waffles with a Mocha and my husband had the breakfast burrito. Food was..."

Moli Nhem

"Very friendly staff. The place was very chill and relaxing. I had the black rice porridge and it was so good. Would come back again and try something..."

Ronagrail Totanes

"This cafe has amazing coffee and a good hot chocolate! Ordered the Avocado and a poached egg on toast. My friends ordered the Buckwheat crepe and the..."

Kirsten

"With a sturdy reputation for top quality coffee, L'affare Café doesn’t disappoint. Expectedly the coffee was delicious and creamy but the real..."

Husk Creative

"Popped in this morning to admire their nice interior. Indeed, the place is unique, spacious and bright.The lady served me a glass of water..."

Jade0289

"One of my favourite places for a relaxed coffee. Very good service and yummy brunch food items. Coffee is good and strong. Good friendly service..."

Katy

"Came here for Sunday brunch and it was fabulous! They could easily seat our party of 10 and the service was really good, the staff are friendly and..."

Becky

"Cafe has a nice modern feel, large space but acoustics well planned so that conversation in cafe is not deafening. We had muesli and French toast,..."

MX500

"Food: The all day menu is modern with plenty of different options. You can enjoy a healthy puffed quinoa muesli or a hearty truffle scramble which I..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"A little gem hidden behind the Main Street of Newmarket. Worth searching for. Parking was good on the day we visited. The building was quite..."

Irish Eyes

"Nice little spot tucked away in Newmarket. Came here for breakfast on a weekday morning - pretty cool interior and loads of space, newspapers were..."

Emily Pavey

"We went here this morning- caught the bus in from Howick especially to try L'affare Melrose( we have been to the Wellington Cafe).We were not..."

John Hogg

"Hands down best coffee I've had !For $5 you get unlimited refills of filter coffee Tried the Ethiopia and Kenya ones and the aroma was..."

Thegreeats

"Great cafe with excellent service and coffee! Hubby had the Bacon Buttie only $10 and I had the Blackened Chicken Salad - Delish! Well worth a..."

S B

"Hidden in a far corner on Melrose Street, L'affare is a beautifully constructed cafe with a stunning spacious interior and a buzzing pleasant..."

Kellie Lee

"Beautiful place & in an area of New Market that, thanks to Little & Friday, is only getting better. The service is quick & efficient, coffee is good..."

Sian

"Pretty cool interior design at this cafe (although structural engineers might notice that the steel collar tie connections are a bit..."

Michael

"Working in Newmarket, it is only natural to find any excuse to get out of the office and scope out the surrounding cafes. L'affare Melrose popped up..."

Caroline Jericevich

"Excellent service here. The barista was friendly, providing professional advice on beans' selections. Lunch were yummy too. I loved my slow cook..."

Rikki Mitchell Family

"It's delicious. I happened to be doing business nearby. I found this store. The clerk is very enthusiastic. The food is also delicious. The coffee is..."

Nina NZ

"I like the atmosphere. Even the heavy rain couldn’t stop the people coming. Kimchi fried chicken burger was delicious, but the fried chicken and..."

Andi Guo

"The ambience is very organic. The customer service was great. The savoury and sweet chicken with waffles was really heavy but it was a bit to dry for..."

shivang pathak

"We ordered one eggs Benedict with salmon and one with bacon, a long black and a flat white. The dishes were very well presented. The poached eggs and..."

Davide Baj

"Low-key and elegant, it took me a while to see the shop sign. The decoration is stylish and the space is very high. The waiters are very..."

jin jeremy

"As a group of ex colleagues we came to L'affare Newmarket cafe for our monthly breakfast together. At 7:15am it was easy to find a parking spot. When..."

Dan Tatsenko

"A usual spot for coffee and brekkie. One of the best little quaint coffee places in the bustling centres of newmarket. Quality food and drinks all..."

Emma M

"Everything was perfect! Just wished I could come here more often! For food, the three of us had an egg benedict w/bacon and another one with smoke..."

Christina T

"I had some time on Monday morning to stop by for breakfast. Turns out the kitchen is closed on Mondays. I ended up just getting a hot chocolate since..."

Benedict Uy

Foxtrot Parlour

Wheelchair Accessible

"Perfect portion and great flavours. Highly recommend. Excellent service and very..."

Squirrel

"▪️Injectable donut & chicken, leek pie-4/5▪️Foxtrot’s injectable vanilla custard donut is SOOOOOO GOOD! I loved how soft and fresh it..."

Matakai Foodie

"We had a very nice brunch here a while backFood was excellentGreat flavours and qualityService was nothing to write home..."

Glenn Town

"Cute little shop inside ponsonby central ; have lots of deliciously looking cabinet food ; tried their cardamon donut - not my taste but the texture..."

MCP

"Came here on a busy Saturday. Got the peanut pancakes which was Divine. When it was first put In front of me at the table I was a little annoyed that..."

#fatlyfe

"A great cafe tucked inside Ponsonby central. They do a range of freshly made pies and quiches as well as cabinet treats in addition to a full brunch..."

Annie Ren

"The coffee was roasted really nicely. Vibe is nice and so is service. I just ordered the self infecting donut - it was pretty nicely and the dough..."

Angela

"Lively ambiance which I guess is not surprising for Ponsonby cafes, Foxtrot is a sweet place to meet up for coffee and something to eat. I came here..."

Medium_Rare

"Ponsonby Central in all its trendy glory would have been our favourite lunch spot if only parking wasn’t such a perilous adventure Every. Single...."

Husk Creative

"Stumbled upon here quite accidentally but very glad we did. Ordered the haloumi and the peanut pancake which seems to be the highlight,..."

Christine Yeh

"A busy cafe in situated in Ponsonby Central. Staff are okay. Not sure if they are just focused on work to be done, but showed little to no interest..."

LilMiss Foodie

"Service was excellent. Ambience was also great. I had toasted muesli with poached fruits, which was very nice but also very sweet (with..."

Georgia Piage

"Came here this morning for breakfast with a friend. Ambience and staff were both good. It was busy but we were able to order quickly and the food..."

Juliet

"First brunch out in a looooong time.Saving money is testing my resolve. Although, as much as I miss sampling the 09 brunch spots seeing..."

Kieran

"Foxtrot Parlour is one of my favourite cafes - great coffee and sweet treats! I can't go past the savoury scones or the creamy field mushrooms off..."

Carly Chan Andreassend

"Best of the best! Absolutely love this place. The coffee is on point and the service is always 100%. Will be back again, and again, and again..."

Kirstie

"Came here the other day with a few friends to try the donuts everyone raves about. The filling for the donut was super yum (chocolate) and the donut..."

Lana

"Coffee is yum yum - on point and very consistent! The fitout is cute and I like the style they have going on, makes you feel very comfortable. The..."

Charlotte Gibbs

"AAAAAMAZING! I had 'The Akaroa' and it was sooo yummmy! The salmon was soooo flavoursome and succulent! Looooved it!! The cafe had a lot of charm and..."

Octagon Pie

"Very good and left me satisfied when I left. I tried the injectable donuts and they were cool and very interesting I was so impressed although, the..."

Pauline Abeleda

"Foxtrot Parlour is the bakery in Ponsonby. You can eat delicious unique doughnuts. You can choose creams from three flavors (Custard, chocolate and..."

New Aucklanders

"The place is fantastic. I ordered a soy cappuccino and a coconut brioche from here! A coconut brioche?!?! It was so delicious! I had never tasted one..."

Fay Brown

"Went there with a friend for breakfast a the other day. The service was average. We were told to take a seat, and therefore assumed the menus would..."

Penguin93

Hungusmcfatty

"Apart from the fantastic coffee and always personable crew behind and infront of the counter....the friday cake have to be seen to be..."

Ross Thorby

"Love the pancake! Beautiful and delicious. It's definelty enough to for two to share if you are not too hungry :) but the donut I found it average..."

Jo

"We went there for the donuts.. worth it.Service - 4/5Donut itself - 4/5 Ambiance - 3.5/5Overall experience -..."

LoveEatLive

"Today I had the stuffed kumara and it was amazing! :) coffee is always great consistency. Staff are friendly and attentive. Cabinet is always full..."

Kristi Vermes

"I visit the place quite often and they make amazing hot chocolates and coffees! Trouble getting parking in Ponsonby, but difficult to eat there..."

Chelsea Sellwood

"Hey Foxtrot. Love your food, Love your staff, Love your coffee BUT don't love your flies. Have been trying to ignore over a number of visits but..."

Steph

"Great Coffee, service and sweet treats :) The service was very efficient even though the cafe was full. We enjoyed the gingerbread cake and..."

S B

"On the fence with this little cafe, cute interior - love the window seats. I ordered the homemade muesli with poached seasons fruits and my boyfriend..."

Rhegan Smith

"Great soy lattes. This has become our go to place for coffee after lunch at Ponsonby Central. The staff are friendly and provide great customer..."

Rojas

"Came here last year cause I saw they had injecting donuts which was pretty cool and something really unique! It was averagely nice but the place has..."

Judy Chhy

"We often walk from AKL marina, Ponsonby Rd and back down to marina. along the way there are loads of great breaky spots. Foxtrot is in Ponsonby..."

Alwayseating

"The coffee here is so delightful! First look of the cafe was the ongoing theme of mismatching in decoration! It definitely had the ponsonby style and..."

Alex Hogg

"Great little spot in Ponsonby Central with a nice atmosphere. The long black I had was on point and came in a lovely cup and saucer with antique..."

Chris Morgan

"Perfect place for breakfast/brunch! I'm a little bit bored of the same old for bunch at Auckland cafes (eggs benedict anyone...?) but this place is..."

Emily Pavey

"Stopped off for brunch before looking at the Xmas markets. Have tried most of the places in Ponsonby Central, but not this spot before.It was a..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Came here for a quick bite to eat as we were exploring Auckland on foot and were heading through Ponsonby. The cool green facade of the markets..."

Zach Kutlow

"I've been wanting to try this place for a long time! The thought of the d.i.y. when it comes to food really calls to me haha. I..."

Kelly

"We popped in here for breakfast .... Not too busy so gave it a try... Got the pancakes... Empire eggs with side of bacon and avacado .... Pancake was..."

Donna&Shane

"The setting of the shop was simple and clean settled in the busiest place in Ponsonby. Alot of great eateries all very close by. The experience of..."

Ruth Gong

"The caramel doughnuts were delicious. The chocolate doughnuts were nice too but could have been better. The mango shake was delicious and fresh!..."

Tiffany A

"Great spot for breakfast nestled in Ponsonby Central. Service was fast considering it was a busy Sunday and we had no complaints about our meals..."

Paige Eriwata

"This place has such nice food on offer but is reasonably overlooked compared to the rest of ponsonby Central. Their baking looks to die..."

Foodie101

"Love this café! The vibe, the service, the setup of the café. It's all on point. The fill your own doughnuts are very popular and as seen below it..."

Sukriti Bhatnagar

"Love everything about this place; the friendly staff, relaxed vibes and beautifully displayed cabinet food. You'll find it hard to choose what to..."

Eden Wood

"nice spot, especially in the court yard area on a sunny day. Good menu with a few different offerings from your standard cafe. Will be back to try..."

Matt Miller

"Nice little cafe in the Ponsonby central, has a wide range of delicious looking food! Hard to decide which one to try. Really enjoyed their Henhouse..."

Jiwon Janice Shin

"Delicious however slightly small portion sizes. Have recommended the donut experience to a few people. SO..."

Sian Wichman

"Delicious food! I've had a lemon slice and a chocolate milkshake from here. The icing on the slice was nice and thick, the right amount of zest and..."

Table For One

"I went to ponsnobby Central for the first time the Friday before last. I actually was not aware of it until then.I ordered a quiche from the..."

Jesse James .

"Stopped here after eating for something sweet and was not disappointed! I had the inject your own donut with salted caramel and my friend had the..."

Jing Min Liu

"Came to this cute wee cafe on a Tuesday at lunch time for my friends birthday. It was packed so had to sit outside on the picnic tables. There was a..."

Lisa Pearson

"This little cafe was rather busy when we arrived for a mid day dessert treat! I had the salted caramel doughnut and a mocha - both were mouth..."

Russel Dias

"Absolutely love this place! The staff are lovely for a start and the location is perfectly situated within ponsonby central. I picked up the inject..."

Monique Porteous

"We decided to try ponsonby cafes for breakfast today and really glad we did!! The cafe is very well done with old bits and pieces around the shelves...."

Bones

"Doughnuts w injectable sauces are seriously some fun stuff! Both the chocolate and salted caramel are absolutely yum! Sometimes the actual doughnut..."

SS

"Ordered some coffee and a salted caramel syringe donut! Deadly! but so amazingly yum! If your looking for a special treat this is the..."

Xtina Cassidy

"I've only ever had cabinet food from here and it's been pretty good, but today had lunch for first time off the menu. We ordered the creamy mushrooms..."

Gemma

"Love going into Ponsonby Central for a feed. This little cafe was quite busy when we got there for lunch. Ordered "the akaroa" and realised..."

Queena

"I really like this little Cafe! I got the self-serving doughnuts and they were delicious, with a beautifully made hot chocolate to wash it down. I..."

Seamus M.

"I've been to Foxtrot Parlour several times, mainly for the famous cinnamon donuts that you inject with chocolate, salted caramel or berry coulis..."

Sarah

"I had heard about this little cafe inside Ponsonby Central that had these donuts you could inject the fillings into and I had to give them a try! The..."

Vanessa

"We had brunch at Foxtrot Parlour, a cute little cafe known for their donuts you can inject fillings into! It was a busy morning, and we waited a..."

Sheena

"If you are after some decent doughnuts where you can inject the filling yourself, then I would recommend this place to you. Some places, the..."

Rosemary Young

"It's a really busy cafe, I had passed by a couple of times but each time on weekends and they seem packed. At last yesterday I decided to give it a..."

Judie Zoe Ang

"Saturday afternoon, 3pm and foxtrot is still packed. A cold damp day and in need of sweetness after a savoury and liquid lunch at galbraiths. We..."

Duncan Galletly

"Lovely bustling brunch place in Ponsonby Central. The donuts are so yummy, also their French Toast. Really like the quirky, worn-out decor. Will..."

Jaya

"Oh my god if you are looking for a good donut experience, THIS IS THE PLACE!! I got the injectable donut with salted caramel filling. The donut was..."

Cararmel Queen

"This is my favorite place. Funny place! "Creamy Field Mushroom" ... Very tasty! creamy, being addicted to garlic flavor♡"Peanut parlor ps..."

Misako Matsumoto

"This is a great spot for a catch up with a friend. Must try the vanilla doughnuts, they're amazing omg! The service and ambience was also pleasant..."

Priyanka Victor

"Fantastic little cafe in the P Central complex, serving a variety of unique and delicious dishes. Definitely one of the highlights here, and goes to..."

Frank

"A friend from Sweden came to visit me. We went there as is one of my favorite places in Ponsoby. Hot coffee and some donuts with berries sauce. He..."

Olivia's Table

"We sat down @ FP thinking we were @ The Bread & Butter Cafe, such is the set up @ Ponsonby Central. There's a bit of an open dining space right..."

Vitale Eti

"FIRST IMPRESSIONSMy sister and I were in the bustling Ponsonby Central precinct and came here by accident! (We thought we were in the..."

Andrew @anjeats

"They make such amazing coffee and their cabinet looks amazing everyday! I can always rely on foxtrot to provide me with the perfect coffee! I am..."

Eden Howard

"Just came here for brunch and ended up with a salmon sandwich bigger then Mount Everest. Very yummy will be back again great selection :-) my..."

Chloe-Mae

"i have to agree with everyone else - the injection donuts ($6) are super cute and fun (and make a cool instagram) but the donuts themselves are..."

Michelle Tan

"What a nice little cheeky place that my friends found. The donuts were ok but the self injecting concept was a lot of fun. A great place to chill..."

Lex Antony Huang

"This was our 2nd visit and hubby got the marocan lamb pie again he liked it so much frist time round, last time the lamb just melted in your mouth. ..."

Coffee Lover

"My friend and I went here today to try the donuts. I chose the chocolate flavor and my friend chose the salted caramel. I didn't really like my..."

Mady Johnson

"Stuffed kumara gets me every time. Great cabinet food if you can't be bothered waiting...."

Simone Cooper

"Atmosphere is good, came in rush hour lunch and took a while to get our order out but it was worth the wait..."

Vai

"We had breakfast here on Saturday, arriving just after they opened. The welcome was warm, and throughout our very long and leisurely meal we chatted..."

Wolfie W

"A visitor to Auckland, and I went looking for this cafe - cant remember how I heard of it. But I am very glad I found it!It is set within..."

Chris Beale

"Foxtrot Parlour is always buzzing with people when I visit Ponsonby Central on the weekends and I can see why.Once you see their food..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"Have a sweet tooth that needs satisfying? This is the place for you. In the midst of buzzing Ponsonby Central, Foxtrot Parlour Cafe is a must-visit..."

Two Dark Coffees

"'Foxtrot Parlour Cafe' has a rustic, vintage feel with old-school tables and chairs, grannie-style plates and wholesome, hand-baked..."

Melissa Ruby Tuesday

"I love donuts (who doesn't). But I also love food presented in a novel way, so the donuts from Foxtrot Palour in Ponsonby Central were something I..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Enjoy a busy brunch? This is the place to be. We were a big fan of their poached eggs, but if you're not looking for anything too flash - simple and..."

UltimateOmNoms

"Well here is another breakfast review or brunch if you fancy it. We were lost in the city (near Ponsonby) looking for a spot to eat before heading..."

Matthew Adams

"*Updated 17/4/22: Food and coffee are still awesome, however becoming expensive for what you get in comparison to other cafés. The menu can be..."

ELÆN

"We were visiting from Nelson and googled breakfast in Ponsonby and this cafe came up. So glad we popped in. Outstanding service, the food was..."

Marianne Hart Biggs

"I had the lamb Moroccan meat pie it was fabulous. All the plates were smaller but very tasty. The coffee was..."

Jonathan Yardley

"There was a huge selection of baked goods including a few gluten free options, a nice brunch menu, lots of drinks to pick from (including..."

Mercedez Allen

"Wow! Clearly I need to get out more. We discovered this place from The Urban List Auckland as one of the top 18 best doughnuts in Auckland. What a..."

Tash N

"Only had coffee but was..."

Pete Haddad

"Excellent food. Very good coffee (had a long black). A little higher on the price side but quality matched..."

Darcy Davis

"This is the place you bring out-of-town guests to show them why you live in the coolest part of the country. Finding a seat is tricky and..."

Angela Clarke

"We love Foxtrot Parlour, we've been coming here several times over the past 8 months and it's consistently great. Amazing freshly baked savoury and..."

Gustav

"Always enjoyed coffee here, food wise presentations are great, their pies are great, Thai Chicken is awesome but the beef pies is average, the pie..."

Jccn Z

"The donuts here are the best I've had. Super filing and delicious and fun to eat. Nice rustic atmosphere and friendly staff. I also had the chicken..."

Jason Lee

"Love eating at this place when I am in Auckland...great coffee and food and the lovely Tara is a real angel...so welcoming and friendly...I will be..."

Bruce Aitken

"When they say that "It is in the small details", they are right. This place is all about details. Cozy, happy, awesome. This is my favorite place for..."

Irena Angelovska

Mink Cafe

"Staff was friendly and food was nice but they didnt serve the english muffin (just noticed when I was checking the..."

Shin Suzy

"Went here for sunday brunch. Ordered prawn risotto, pork ribs and also onion ring. The prawn risotto taste so creamy and nice, onion ring also..."

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"Amazing service and delicious food - overall a great experience from this place. Will definitely be coming..."

Cassidy Johnstone

"Lovely experience ! I have really enjoyed my evening there.. Super amazing staff and chef who made so yummy pasta and barrista made coffee for me ! I..."

Rimpal Patel

"Overall experience was good. Baby friendly..."

Sheisgyngan

"One of the best pancakes i have ever had, loved the salmone bene especially the home made..."

Manish Garg

"Great experience. Repeat..."

Devin Marty

"The food is pretty and delicious, it is me and my friends go to when we want good food and somewhere near our house. The staff is very friendly and..."

Jennifer Lu

"Lovely place, good food. Great Sunday morning vibes!..."

Augustine Austin Dias

"Mink cafe... i choose to take the mink special ! The seafood chowder was the best I never eat sooooooo good Coffee wasn’t amazing..."

Sarah

"Was an excellent moment to mink cafe ! The front house was friendlyThe food was good we take the dreamy mushroom and Mother Earth was..."

James Stafors

"Service was good, waitress was kind and helpful when answering our questions about the weekly specials - only feedback is to top up water glasses. I..."

Amna Laila

"Came here a while ago with a couple friends, the dreamy mushroom was good, generous portion for the price, the pasta wasnt to my friend’s taste;..."

MCP

"Beautiful environment, Yummy food, very friendly and helpful staffs ! I will definitely come back ! it is such a good deal with the buy one get one..."

Shirley Fung

"Food was great, plating was pretty ! Brisket sandwich are delicious, Staff was really friendly and amazing cheesecake ! Thank you so much..."

Cecile Luru

"A basic-looking cafeteria, located on the corner of Parnell Road towards the city. Food were decently portioned and quick to serve. They..."

Lucy

"Great experience here - lovely ambience, yummy food and very friendly & helpful staff! We would definitely visit again. Thank you Mink..."

Hayley Skeen

"Mink Cafe is located at a strategic vibrant corner on Parnell Rd and is probably more well known for its lunch menu. However I'm here this evening..."

Desmond Chan

"Good food for a decent price! We tried the open steak sandwich and the pasta alfredo with chicken and both dishes were good in size and tasty. ..."

Wapatino

"Very nice place. I usually visit them on the weekends for brunch and my cup of coffee, I've never been disappointed so far. Prices are bit on the..."

Criss Koc

"Friendly and nice environment. hot day but quite cool inside. The staff all had smiley faces. Will be back again. Service:..."

Tony Ma

"Came in for brunch today with friends. The Caribbean vibe (French toast) was really soft and full of flavour. Berries tasted fresh. Bagel was super..."

Rosanne Choy

"It is leisure to enjoy a wonderful breakfast on a Sunday morning.Full of flavours with sweets and fresh. Fruits and coffee are great to..."

Shelia Cheung

"A great and casual cafe that meets the expectations. The staff are incredibly friendly and the waiting time was just right. Also, The..."

Joseph Gomez

"I'm visiting from The States but I've eaten here a few times during my stay. The food is delicious and reasonably pricing. The staff couldn't have..."

Ron Craw

"Went in Saturday morning around 11am only because Winona Forever had a half an hour wait. The cafe has a good menu covering all the typical options...."

Riddhi

"Great food and the service was excellent Outdoor seating is perfect for a sunny afternoon cocktails,Would love to come again.😄👍Highly..."

Rishi.mahla

"Best forever 🍴Friendly staff Very nice coffee and love their food...Their daily specials are delicious such as Fish Of The Day &..."

Rajpreet.bhagta98

"We came on the 31st Dec there was our last breakfast of the year and I it was unexpected amazing :) I really loved my spiced sweet potato hash It was..."

Sofy

"Mink sits on a busy corner in Parnell with indoor/outdoor seating.Service was good. Good selection of papers & magazines.Ordered their..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Well its pretty average cafe in terms of hygiene. Food is nice however a little overpriced . Like others here i also decided to try a new..."

Vivek

"Service average but can't go wrong with their avocado bacon bagel and some hash browns. They also do a killer chocolate milkshake- love coming here..."

Izabella Pinker

"Food was great, and generously portioned. Staff were particularly friendly and very accommodating. I really liked how spacious it was inside vs a lot..."

Michael Thomas

"We were Looking for a place for breakfast on Easter Sunday around Parnell. We saw this corner cafe and decided to go there. The staff was very..."

YumYum

"Very good location and they are always busy. I have been there a few times with friends for coffee. Unfortunately the coffee were never good. Love..."

Clara Lawrence

"Went to mink last week for lunch - apart from the fact that I think it is very expensive (most mains are I over $20) they provide very good food I..."

Sam Smith

"We had breakfast here recently. The staff were friendly and the service was prompt. I had the porridge and my fiance had the mushrooms. Both were..."

Fiona M

"We came here in a large group for brunch and were really impressed by the service. The food was good and we will definitely be back to try the pizza!..."

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"Visited this place with family members on a busy Saturday morning, and you can see why this place is often busy!! Good atmosphere with windows and..."

TinaS

"Situated on the busy corner of Parnell. This Cafe is always busy, great selection of food, didn't get to try any this time. Coffee was..."

Lena Guo

"Just popped in to get some work done and trying to escape from a windy wet day ;-) Don't have much to say as I just had a hot lemon toddy except it..."

Ping

"Lunch on a Tuesday afternoon at Mink. 👏🏻 I picked the salmon salad , this plate is actually quite different to what I expected because a lot of..."

Rose Chang

"Another local with an interesting menu.all the classics plus the best ham,cheese and tomato omelet in Auckland! Staff a little unfriendly at times..."

B D H

"Tried it for an early afternoon tea for the first time and had a great blueberry and cream cheese muffin with coffee. Although situated in the hub of..."

Annie Ren

"Attentive staff, good coffee and nice food. Can't go wrong with the mink grill, and the girlfriend loves the "pretty flowers" on the pancakes...."

Nick Turnbull

"Time and date: Friday BrunchFood ordered: Pan fried chicken liver and LatteIngredients: Fresh, as livers should be..."

Cheap Cheap Foodie

"Phenomenal chai! Perfect temperature and packed with lively flavours.Mink is blessed with Parnell's most warm and friendly service and a great..."

Hungusmcfatty

"Went here once for breakfast and had eggs benedict. Served our food fast and tasted really nice. Portion size wasn't huge but it was filling. Nice..."

Warrick Corfe-Tan

"What a wonderful place to enjoy a coffee in the afternoon sun! There are quite a number of bright red chairs & tables sitting outside to catch a..."

Olivia Winston

"went here yesterday [mothers day ] as had booked a table for 14...from the moment we arrived we were made to feel welcome and our custom valued .Our..."

Martin

"Hi, WOW!!! what a great coffee, I must say that Gravity coffee would have to be the smoothest strongest coffee that I have ever tasted. Can't wait..."

Delwyne

"The best coffee on Parnell Road (although Expresso Workshop around the corner is also vg). Gif and Tony are so delightful and consistent in their..."

Robin Murray-Leslie

"Mink is an interesting place, it looks like a trendy cafe - but then you realise they serve Gravity coffee and question how trendy can they be (if..."

Otago Islander

"One of my favourite places in Parnell. Food is a bit pricey though - so I only stop by a few times a..."

Justin Ryan Scott

"We walked in looking for food late in the afternoon (2:30pm) and were glad their kitchen were still open. The waitress was friendly and had a big..."

Jerry Wong

"Mink Cafe is located at a strategic vibrant corner on Parnell Rd and is probably more well known for its lunch menu. However I'm here this evening to..."

Desmond Chan

"Love Mink Cafe although I do get an overdose on the caffeine. When you’re on your 5th coffee it’s a great place !! Popped in to catch up with..."

Eddie Peel (Ed)

"Friendly and nice environment. hot day but quite cool inside. The staff all had smiley faces. Will be back again. Service: 4/5 Presentation:..."

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"Great food. Good service. Been here twice and enjoyed both times. Highlight was the pancakes..."

Nupur Raut

"Had some really good food here for breakfast which have me thinking of coming back! Nice atmosphere and coffee and good food. Would definitely try..."

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"Went here for a quick lunch and the atmosphere is very cute! Only went here as it was advertised on the Zomato Gold app so we had a pretty good..."

Wendy Nguyen

"Came with my partner on first table deal. I ordered Lamb Shoulder as it's recommended by the chef. It's served with kumara crisps, black beans (with..."

Flo Y

"Had the best granola/müesli in this cafe in my whole 7 days I stayed in Auckland. Fresh fruits, rich in grains, topped with yoghurt and..."

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"I ordered a simple breakfast that was well presented with a good portion. Crisp bacon and soft poached eggs, something so simple is oft lacking in..."

Scott Blakeman

"Awesome food. And great..."

Paulette Shirley

"Had the pleasure of visiting Mink Cafe just the other day and it exceeded expectations. I am vegan, and the cafe catered so well. There are options..."

Kimmy Pemberton

"Delicious food and great coffee. The service very friendly and..."

Tania Rees

"Parnell institution, friendly service, good food and coffee. Great local..."

David Palfreyman

"After reading all the great reviews I was quite surprised to find the cafe quite quiet at 11am on a Saturday morning. This cafe is great, from the..."

Rebecca Spencer

The Delicious Food Store

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

Reservations

Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

"We got some food for Mother’s Day and it was amazing! Loved every bite. Can’t wait to sit down in the restaurant and have a proper meal..."

Vandana Taneja

"Staff/service: 3.5/5Venue: 4/5Price/portion: 3.9/5The place have a American feel with their decorations. The mocha is at the..."

SM

"Great cafe, good food, friendly..."

Mash Foodie

"We had a very yummy lunch and completely enjoyed our experience. The staff was friendly and provided great service. The food was spot on. The wait..."

Jason Jost

"Such a lovely hidden gem! The food was delicious, different options for dietary requirements and very quick service. The staff are super friendly and..."

Hannahmareecarr2

"Been there the second time within a month. The food is consistently good and beautifully presented. I had a big breakfast and my wife had the eggs..."

Robbie Tan

"Fantastic presentation, generous servings, and scrumptious taste. Best value for the money we've had in a long while! We've been to many breakfast..."

JP

"Great food, great service and really friendly people. The place looks small from the outside but there’s heaps of seating. We came here for brunch..."

Miss M

"Great experience here this morning, dog friendly which is really good. Four for brunch, service was fast very friendly and polite, coffee was..."

Grant McAneaney

"Because of it is an invisible restaurant, there are only people who know it.It is a strange place where you can see only small entrance ,but you..."

Julia

"Always excellent service and food here. We often have business breakfasts and enjoy the quick service and the good food and coffee. The..."

Natalie

"This place is awesome. Warm service, delicious food - really hard to fault. We were a group of cyclists sitting outside (wet to the bone) and they..."

Adeline

"I was puzzled by the low score this place gets, and I think something is dodgy with the maths. The published reviews give it 4.4/5.0... but somehow..."

Shaun Lott

"Favourite cafe! I come here after church every Sunday and I always get a friendly welcoming when I arrive and a very full stomach when I leave. Food..."

Tasha Dacillo

"Great food and lovely staff. Indoors area is clean. Love the alfresco dining at the back lots of tables and chairs. Theres sandpit for kids too. Pet..."

Lanie Cheng

"Such a great local for coffee and food. Big outdoor area, great to allow the kids to run around or just to get some fresh air. Amazing friendly..."

Courtney Fagan

"This place was buzzing when I went there..was in a rush so ordered hot cakes...coffee came quick but my pancakes took some time...but boy it was..."

Tina Singh

"This hidden gem in Te Atatu is a delightful cafe. My friend and I initially went for coffee but couldn't resist having brunch due to the fantastic..."

Ankush Kamboj

"I'm a frequent visitor to this Cafe, and it never disappoints! The food is consistently delicious, whether it's morning coffee with Breakfast or..."

Harpreet Singh

"Excuse the half eaten burger, what a delightful burger and the customer service was exceptional. Can’t speak highly of this place with everything,..."

L Tag

"What a treat! Just moved to the Peninsula and thought I'd check the food out immediately. This smashed avo on toast is just divine! The Dukkah and..."

Nuno Ganhão Hermitério

"We had the best experience here for our private event. The food, ambience and customer service was outstanding. A special mention to the venue..."

Berlin Papalii

"Very good food, very good ingredients and attention to the details. Highly recommend eating..."

Charlie Teirney

"A massive thank you to Rammi & the team who made it an easy, stress free night when deciding to hold our function at the Delicious Cafe. Great venue,..."

Alofa Tasi

"This cafe offers a delightful experience for all ages. Their outdoor seating area provides a refreshing spot to enjoy your coffee, and the..."

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"My Aunty had her 50th birthday here and the food was incredible and the staff are so friendly!! They made it such an easy process and an amazing..."

Emily Thorn

"Te Atatu has many cafes, and while this one is not the closest location wise for me, I still walk the extra distance and refer to it as my "local"...."

Tracey Gwiazdzinski

"Absolutely loved the area, the outside really doesn’t do justice! Food was served within 15 minutes & the waiters were very lovely & welcoming...."

Bailey Tawa

"As a long time customer of The Delicious Cafe, I always feel like a first time customer when greeted by Rami and his team. Faultless service, coffee..."

Paul Vujnovich

"This cafe is a great find. They have really good coffee and yummy pastries in a cozy place. It's a nice spot to meet friends or just relax with tea...."

Chahal 0786

"You cannot find a better cafe on the Peninsula! The food is amazing, the team are friendly and responsive and the coffee is perfect every time! If..."

Moongayze

"Loved our celebration at delicious cafe for our babies bday Rammi was awesome to deal with and thorough kind and accommodating to our requests On the..."

Zelda Poetofaeono

"Great service nice outdoor area pup-friendly. Delicious breakfast and excellent..."

James Burgess

The Block Cafe

81/100 (2167 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Yummy food ! Great service my dad has very bad allergies but they accommodated to his needs which is usually a struggle with other..."

Jessica Freeth

"Ahh yes, The Block - a hot spot with the locals, and one of the better eateries in the area, I'd heard many good things of their cajun fried chicken..."

TheMʌverick

"Great food and service, mince on toast is A+++ and the hash brown plate fills my partner up (which is a..."

Rach Rish

"Delicious food here and great selection for breakfast and lunch.Great casual vibe, nice outdoor dining spaces too.Best breakfast spot in..."

Chan Can Eat

"the block has exceeded my expectation, very well trained staff and great menu, you should definitely give this place a try. We will be back again for..."

Gaurav Singh

"Come here all the time for a quick breakfast and it never disappoints! The place is pretty open but can get cold at times due to how open it is. The..."

Hannah Zheng

"Ordered the mango smoothie, thin fries and Sri Lankan chicken lollipops. The lollipops were freaking amazing and nothing like I’d ever had..."

#fatlyfe

"After several recommendations we ended up in this cafe yesterday with our dog. We ordered about 4 breakfast items and sides and thoroughly enjoyed..."

Aabhas Dole

"Spacious cafe, lots of seating friendly staff.Coffee strong, smooth and great mouth feelCorn fritters delicious - crisp on the outside,..."

Vaqara_Kana

"Really nice local Cafe in the heart of Blockhouse Bay. The food options are great - you have your usual breakfast options, as well as some..."

Jay

"We loved this place. Our first visit and definitely won’t be our last. The menu was awesome but portion sizes a bit too big. Very reasonably priced..."

Carolyn Koloni

"Another on my mission to find the best eggs Benedict in Auckland, this had the interesting option of Japanese fried chicken. Service was good and..."

Steve Hall

"Great coffee and great food. Probably the best cafe in this area by far. Nice vibe and friendly staff. Love the big breakfast. Does get busy..."

James

"Great food, great service, great ambience! Would definitely come back regularly! The location has lots of parking and is easy to find. The ribs were..."

Sean Ny

"always good service here, love the food and always a good vibe!!! we got the gnocchi, beef burger and duck salad, all tasted amazing, will definitely..."

Rosie

"The Block is always really good! Nice food, great chefs, and amazing service staff!!! Coffee is really nice and they serve craft beers on tap. The..."

Ben M

"Great menu, great coffee, always comes out fast and worth the money. Cool vibes especially when they have live music playing. Would definitely come..."

Zana Covich

"Great place. Huge plates! The food is excellent. Great service. We went for a brunch with friends. Good music, good atmosphere. Definitely coming..."

Boty

"Food there is great! I had the duck liver gnocchi and it was full of flavour and well seasoned. Gnocchi was soft and pillowy. They are very..."

Jo Cheung

"This place is just lovely. The staff are friendly and warm, and the atmosphere of the place is welcoming and the decor is delightful. Hand made..."

Local Grams-ma

"You know those times where you're slightly hungover, you're unsure what you want to eat, maybe something sweet, maybe something savory? ... Smoothie..."

Kieran

"Yum, the food was great. The staff friendly and attentive. The soul bowl was a delight to find. The only complaint is one I’ve made before I. Other..."

Cookingkenny

"Had the most delicious fritters here with smoked salmon! Not usually one for fritters but after my friend recommended them, I gave it a go and..."

Lizzie

"This place is a classic. Awesome venue, great staff, absolutely fabulous food. Always a great vibe here, always hard to choose what you want from..."

Georgia Vossen

"Love the food, the service is good! Friendly staff and I love the atmosphere. I go there quite a bit and always love it! Only thing I don’t like is..."

Kaydeen Manukia

"Very friendly staff and amazing food. Loved our overall experience. Our coffee was amazing. Definitely going again. If you are in Blockhouse Bay then..."

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"I used to live in Blockhouse Bay and having The Block open up was a bit of a refreshing addition to the town. Needless to say I have been here on..."

Praneal Badal

"The Block is a nice fancy touch to blockhouse bay shops if you are looking for a more classy cafe in the area. I do enjoy their plate sized hash..."

Emz

"Food was fantastic and the staff were warm yet efficient. I really enjoyed the atmosphere of this place and the coffee was of a high standard. I..."

Matthew Wallis

"My sister took me here after a 12km run. Excellent food, lots of choice and great atmosphere. Will definitely be coming back and recommending to..."

Helen D

"bro. the block truuuly came thru with dis bad boi! i mean come on....CROISSANT french toast! can you believe???? not only do they deliver on the food..."

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"I came here for brunch last week - I reserved a table for six the week before which was no problem at all, and when we arrived it was clearly marked..."

Kellie Ngaire

"A hidden cafe/bar out west side. Im a sucker for fried chicken, so i tried their famous karaage chicken burger for lunch & it didnt dissapoint! Will..."

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"Have always loved The Block since I first time I went there, which would of been about 3 or so years ago. This time I tried sweet corn, pea, mint and..."

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"Really surprised to see a place like this in Blockhouse Bay. Cool modern style, good to meet friends and have some drinks after work.Staff..."

Diogo Reck

"Truly impress with this restaurant!Even my friends are impressed with this place especially when it situated in a neighborhood..."

Yusoff Kamal

"Came here on Sunday. Had the eggs Benedict with kushiage fried chicken it was delicious. Definitely coming back. Great service from the friendly..."

Pascale Lion Hopkins

"I love this place, my partner and I always recommend it to people who don’t know where to go for brunch, they do an awesome mince on toast and have..."

Josie

"The block.is always a lovely place to come. Some of the staff is okay. And just always a nice vibe. Bit of a long wait here but it's worth it. Yummy..."

Antoinettee Edmonds'z

"First time here. What took us? A well-kept secret! Excellent food, friendly service. I am fussy about coffee - and got it just like I like..."

Sandy Austin

"Its my first time here with my husband and a friend. We all enjoyed our food. Surprised to find such a nice cafe in the suburb and will definitely go..."

Colin

"WOW Hands down the MOST AMAZING Food Ever. The Breakfasts are to die for. Super food ingredients, tasty, well presented High Quality Food I've ever..."

Biskit

"The service and ambience is top notch and coffee is very good - however we ordered eggs bene and I found it quite ordinary.. compared to some other..."

Anitha Narayan

"Duck pasta was amazing!! I will come back for this. Fried chicken bene has been so hyped up, that it wasn't as good as I thought it would be but..."

Victoria Jenner

"I loved it here. The staff were super friendly, food was delicious and it had a nice atmosphere. Got the fried chicken eggs bene (surprise..."

Samantha Leon

"Everytime I come here the food tastes different which sucks. I came recently and got the granny waffles and my mum got the plate sized hash brown and..."

Emily

"It's nice to have a good quality local business around. Most of the time I just go for the coffee, at $4.50-5 it's about an average NZ price but a..."

The Cheesy Ravioli

"Came here for a breakfast after reading good reviews about the place and the fried chicken benedict. I was pleasantly surprised by the vibe of the..."

Andrew Felix Ferdaus

"Hidden gem tucked away in Blockhouse Bay, we went here for my birthday tea. A little bit price-y but it was worth every penny, food was definitely..."

Yashie L

"Loved it here. The friendly staff, good food and clean tables. The food is flavorsome, and tasty. A bit on the pricer side, however it's is worth..."

Sid

"Very funky atmosphere. Lovely food. We had dinner there. Just would have liked more options for kids. Next time I'd like to go back for a breakfast...."

Vanessa Morris

"If you're living in the bay, this is the perfect place for a catch-up!!The atmosphere is always great - you always see a lot of people..."

Nisarag Bhatt

"Great place for a meal, has a large variety for dishes suitable for any time of the day. Seating choice was impressive too, inside, outside or even..."

Lin Hua

"Good food!but not very good service.great on a Friday afternoon/night,definitely need to try if you haven't.Its a great local that all locals need to..."

Arkisunday

"Good food and service. I had eggs bene just think that the Hollandaise sauce could be a bit tastier. My wife had the big block breakfast and it was..."

Tiago Reinert Koch

"This is a solid, appealing cafe, and my local. Good, friendly staffing is critical, and apart from one or two disengaged male employees in a large,..."

Kyla Mackenzie

"Visited on a Sunday for lunch as I had to try their raved about fried chicken eggs bene and it did not disappoint. I thought it might be a strange..."

Lisa Herrick

"Your local cafe, restaurant and bar nestled snugly in the heart of Blockhouse Bay. You can't miss them--you can hear them before you see them! Nicely..."

Oksana Zhang

"This place is spacious! I was expecting it to be very packed on a Saturday brunch time but we managed to find a seat. The service was great. I..."

Joanne Chiang

"Always good food here! Missed out on trying the Fried Chicken eggs benedict. My partner tried the crab and i had the smoked salmon eggs benedict...."

Laura And Peli

"We went to The Block on our way home from Bird Rescue to grab a takeaway coffee and iced chocolate. The service was great, the young lady behind the..."

Rachel Herriott

"I love the block. It's our local and we frequent here all the time. The food.ans the service is always on point and extremely well presented. Me and..."

Elise McDowell

"Came here for Sunday brunch, it was good that it wasn't super busy (heard good things about it so was expecting a wait). Ordered the corn fritters..."

Cristine Manalo

"After hearing so much about the Block's fried chicken eggs bene, I knew I had to make my way on over to the famous Blockhouse Bay cafe. The decor..."

Monique Porteous

"Local Cafe. Which is great. Food is fabulous. staff are alsom. The only thing is food is costly. But apart from that its a great place..Atmosphere is..."

Lorra.A

"Had a flat white on a late mid-week afternoon. Place is clean and cozy. It was quite quiet at that time which was perfect when I caught up with my..."

HungryRunner

"Great little place! I ordered the hash with bacon/mushrooms and egg. This was so huge I couldn't even finish it but very delicious! The service was..."

Holly D-T

"Love this place!! I'm a local and I always come here on Saturday's for coffees the coffees are really good I come here around 8:00am and I've never..."

Grace

"very fast service. Excellent breakfasts and good food presentation. the décor is a little dated but is a pleasant atmosphere for a morning..."

Oliver Pringle

"I used to eat at The Block Cafe regularly when I worked in the area, & it's great to see this spot continues to go from strength to strength. It is..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"As you can tell i love the Eggs Benedict from The Block it never disappoints, i have gone to a few places to get eggs benedict but The Block by far..."

Ellie

"Between 4 people we all ordered from the same 2 dishes, Eggs Benedict with Salmon and the Creamy Mushrooms for a Sunday brunch, The hit was..."

Shiksha Sridhar

"We can to The Block Cafe this morning for one reason ... An excuse for me to have pork belly for breakfast. The coffee was great- strong and earthy...."

Ryan Orr

"Their special fried chicken eggs bene is totally worth the drive. Amazingly good coffee. I'm glad we were seated in their semi outdoorsie area, the..."

Anh Doe

"Have been here a couple of times now, both for breakfast and lunch. Have always found the service timely and friendly.Breakfast - Eggs..."

Sarah Clarke

"I have been coming here for a while now and watched the menu change and get better and better. The latest menu is by far the best for what I like to..."

Bones

"Great! Saw this place in an article on Urban List this morning for places with best blow out breakfasts. So naturally, on my only day off I wanted to..."

James T. Raukete

"Great food for two and awesome service. We ordered the platter for 2 - very good spread of bites, the shoestring fries which had 2 dipping..."

Aiko Cefre

"I came here for lunch today for the first time and really enjoyed my meal! It's great to see a high-end, trendy, cafe open in the area, I think it..."

Charlene Weaver

"Been too The Block twice now, Always great food, and the service is great, would highly recommend! Eggs bene is great love the..."

Mikaela Richardson

"My partner and I ended up having lunch here on a Sunday after somewhere else was closed and we went for a random drive but it definitely all worked..."

Emma W

"We were looking for a newplace to eat near the blockhouse bay road. We had found this place. We visited there for lunch today. They have changed..."

ViVi

"Very good overall. creative menu. Tasty incredients. different options for seating including outdoor covered benches and tables.Good..."

Dimitrios Konstantopoulos

"Loved this place! I came here for lunch with my fam. None of us had been before so it was a first for all of us. I had heard good things..."

Jaya Soma

"We came here for my early birthday lunch! Was quite busy when we went but managed to get table. My friend got the miso ramen (8/10) the ginger was..."

Helen Liang

"Lunch with the family. Food was excellent. Wagyu burger was very juicy and had some really big flavours. Probably the tastiest burger I've had in..."

Christian

"Wonderful new restaurant. Came here for lunch on a lovely warm summery day. Generous meal sizes, all our dishes were fantastic, along with the carrot..."

Abbey Lissaman

"YaMarnis We ordered Eggs Bene and Mochas. VERY good food! The eggs were cooked perfect! The hollandaise sauce wasn't the best so is the only reason I..."

Limaono

"Well what can we say... Hard to fault anything about this Cafe. We ordered eggs Bene and have to say we were impressed by the set up staff and other..."

YaMarnis

"had breakfast here last Christmas and it was really nice, really nice staff and just a perfect location in the bay. would definitely recommend it!..."

Beverly Semu

"Visited the block for a brunch today, I ordered the chilly calamari salad and my partner had the block big breakfast, my meal was really yum! Could..."

Sinéad Rose Stayton

"Came here tonight to celebrate my birthday! Staff looked after us really well and made us all feel welcome! Food was great and looked amazing. Turned..."

Nikki

"Sunday brunch here last weekend. What an unexpected treasure of a place. Much roomier and well laid out than the outside would indicate . Really good..."

Chris Mcneill

"I loved my breakfast it was delish! I got the 'something healthy' with house smoked salmon. My brother got the corn fritters which were also very..."

Anna Bentley

"Breakfast is average, for dinner i had a soup which was bland and not worth my money. However, the dark chocolate cheesecake with raspberry couli and..."

Amaani Cornett

"Venturing out to Blockhouse Bay is not something I do often but recently my friends and I have started doing hikes around Waitakere Ranges in West..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"Went for brunch, good to see the lunch menu available. Excellent food, and pretty good coffee, tho no hot water with the long black unless requested...."

Kris Baudry

"I had heard a lot of positive feedback about this cafe from friends and family, so I thought I'd pop in. Firstly I am so happy about how early it..."

Wanderlust

"First time at The Block Cafe & I was pleasantly surprised at how great it was. The staff were lovely & polite & the ambience was nice. Food & coffee..."

Grace Macalincag

"I go to the Block often it has great food hawkes bay pilsner is one of the best beers i have ever drank the staff are top notch i look forward to..."

Alan Peters

"Been here several times now, great service, great food. Also has a nice range of craft beer. Well worth a visit for any meal of the day. ..."

Greg Jonas

"The plate sized hash brown, quesadilla, fries, omolette and ALL cookies and cakes are fresh and mad etc perfection. The prices may be a bit high. But..."

Vth7872

"Great food , nice service! The only downside is the parking on a busy day but I love The Block! Always worth a try and worth the trip out if you..."

Taylor Compain

"We go to The Block on a regular basis and sometimes the service can be a bit inconsistent but it is generally very good. It's always busy with a..."

Joan Edwards

"-everything about the block cafe is a 4/5, nothing is spectacular but everything is above average -cooked breakfast was tasty, well balanced and..."

Goldilox

"We visited for lunch on a whim and were thoroughly impressed with the food. The lamb salad and smoked mac'n'cheese exceeded our expectations and we..."

Daniel O'Brien

"The Block is a cafe that's very close to me and is always bustling with people- it's a very popular store and beautifully furnished.The..."

MissEstherZ

"We've been here a number of times and each time it is always a fantastic place to come as they have very friendly service and lovely food. What's..."

Jenny Gilchrist

"Friendly, efficient and on-to-it service. Awesome coffee. Extremely tasty food (block bacon is well worth the extra $2), considered. My new..."

Foodarella

"This place is awesome! My local yes sure but the service and the ambience and decor is quite cool, the have quality chefs and some top coffee. The..."

Jazzy Jazz

"The Block Cafe is a relatively new opening and is just what was needed to make Blockhouse Bay a little more exciting.I've only ever been..."

Denise D'Sa

"The Block Cafe is the perfect place for breakfast and lunch (haven't tried their dinner meal). They have a great variety of meals and everything I've..."

Lauren Lee

"nice place with wonderful food@The Block ..."

Xiaotaoyanzaixinxilan

"I've been here a fair few times and I've really fallen in love with the place. The vibe is lovely, and the food is even better. I have to add, that..."

Ishita M. Mendonsa

Stuart Harper

"Oh gosh I love this place! It's such a great place for a laid back brunch/lunch. The confit duck is my favourite, but everything i've tried so far..."

Lee V

"A group of 10 of us went to lunch and the service was pretty quick. The food was really tasty. I had the Crisp Potato Skins which very really..."

Vicky Mackenzie

"Good place, good vibe, prices aren't too expensive. They also have live acoustic music. If this had the views of Blockhouse Bay it would be..."

EssJay

"This morning I wanted something different for brekkie so I ordered the Mac 'n' beans. Bacon was nice and the crust around the Mac had a pleasant..."

Don's Food Fiesta

"Had breakfast here on a Saturday morning recently and enjoyed the atmosphere of this cafe. I ordered the "something healthy" with bacon which was..."

Foodiesfeast

"I go here at least once a month. I think for the location and setting, it's actually pretty good. I always get good service. Yes perhaps food is a..."

Sanjesh Lal

"Was here for brunch last Saturday. Environment is so good, relax and comfortable. The food presentation is good and taste wonderful. Coffee is also..."

Kiky Eng

"Excellent food ! Amazing coffees! Great service! Been here twice and on both occasions, I have not been disappointed :)Great job guys !..."

Pooja Chandnani

"Was here right before Christmas with 3 other friends for a catch up over brunch. we all live around the area (and have been for a very long time now)..."

Where.iate

"Highly highly hiiiighlllyy recommend getting the feijoa and mango smoothies! I get these everytime I visit this restaurant :) I also recommend..."

Tan.ned

"I regularly visit The Block :) It is close to home and the service is great!! Food is AMAZING!! And the smoothies are to die for! Never disappointed..."

Nikita Kumar

"The Block is our local and we go here if we really need too. The food is good and the smoothies are great also but I find the place to be a little..."

Sonam Kumar

"We came here for Sunday lunch and brought my grandmother. Being of a different generation she wasn't keen to try anything on the menu and asked for a..."

Libby Conole

"I absolutely love this place and the staff are always so polite and helpfulThe food is always beautifully presented and the taste is equally as..."

Chloe

"I went to this cafe in the weekend and fell in love with it. We would normally go all the way into town for a meal but we decided to try something..."

Mady Johnson

"Been here lots and have always really enjoyed the menu food (haven't eaten from the cabinet). Sometimes the table service is a little lax especially..."

Stella

"The Block is a great eatery in Blockhouse Bay - hence the name, bringing a casual atmosphere for that laid back meal. For this occasion we chose to..."

Courtney @ A Food Awakening

"Table for 6 on a Friday night. We were a hungry lot and ready to devour everything in sight. Our table ordered the aged hereford prime scotch,..."

Manic Diner

"Love this place.The food is absolutely delicious and although the staff aren't in-your-face attentive, they do their jobs and are friendly..."

Sophia

"Fantastic atmosphere and service but the food... that was next level! I had the confit duck fetticine with masala sauce. It was up there one of the..."

Anne Bowler

"Thank you to Sam and the waitresses who made Saturday night a memorable one. The service and food were fantastic. There was 18 of us and all meals..."

Trixie McManus

"My husband & I have just got home from having a beautiful meal at The Block Cafe. I had the Crispy Fish with a Side Salad and it was beautifully..."

Sonya-Lorraine Mortensen

"Not bad at all, slightly skeptical regarding the terrible reviews, however it seems they had a refurbishment of staff attitudes, and lighting. Last..."

Jo W

"Took my mom and dad here, up from Wellington, and I was really pleased with this cute little café. Lovely young staff and the food was quickly..."

Sara Black

"Really great, we went for a casual evening meal with a glass of wine. The staff were attentive, friendly, without being imposing, and had excellent..."

Bill & Shirley

"Looking at the previous reviews, I find it very hard to believe that we visited the same cafe? Not only did I get immaculate service, from all of the..."

Pauline Michaels

"What a hidden gem right in the heart of Blockhouse Bay..The Block Café.. Fantastic service by the very attentive staff and the lovely Sheree.. We..."

Lorreen Wilton

"Very friendly staff and beautiful range of wines. We got very bad customer service from Barefoot Cafe and in fact they told us to try you guys..."

Shilpi

"What a great find! Not only great for kids but a possible date spot too! Our boys were so impressed with the kids' hot choc that they asked to go..."

Rachelle

"We haven't been to Blockhouse Bay since last year. Went back today to document another walk, and was very happily surprised to find The Block. What..."

Walksinauckland.com

"Third time at The Block so this is accumulating those experiences. Coffee was great and has been improving since they opened. Food is also great and..."

Randal Meikle

"Not only does The Block offer great hot chocolate but extraordinary service!!!!My mother had parked her car in an area on Gill Cres where she..."

Shiree Meikle

"Went for lunch with my daughter, I have the grilled steak with bearnaise sauce and she had the fettuccine we both enjoyed our meals. I was very..."

Tracey Cave

"Just came back from lunch here, I never normally write reviews but the service I recieved was amazing. The staff were accomodating and very friendly,..."

Ayesha

"Another great addition to the west (can I call it the west?). Fab surroundings, friendly staff, extensive and interesting menu, devine food and..."

Deanna

"Went for lunch on an exceptionally cold wet day with a group of 12. Parking was easy. The menu was large and innovative and everyone said their food..."

Jenny Sibley

"I found the atmosphere relaxing and the service was so friendly.Food was inexpensive and tasty.Really happy there is a nice café..."

Vanessa Lawrie

"Finally a cafe with atmosphere! Excellent build design. Love the indoor/outdoor options. Not only a great feel but great staff also. Especially..."

Christa

"Enjoyed lunch with a friend at this cafe Sunday, 5th May. Excellant, large flat white coffee was delivered promptly, followed shortly after by eggs..."

Carol H

"Stuff the coffee - fab to have a good cafe to got to and enjoy a glass of wine!. Great outdoor venue and extremely dog friendly. It's just great to..."

Tania

"We have been to The Block a number of times for their breakfasts and were excited to see that they are now open for dinner. We wandered in and..."

Fiona Chadwick

"Wow what a fantastic addition to Blockhouse Bay which was pretty much lacking in a decent cafe. Have visited a couple of times. Coffee was excellent..."

Lara Wills

"First time at The Block today, 10:30 Sunday Brunch. Good selection on the menu, had the Wild mushrooms which were delicious, would definitely have..."

Jamie Young

"Came here 9am Saturday for breakfast and it was already busy. Not keen on ordering and paying at the counter idea, as once you have selected your..."

Pauline Bennett

"Lunch at the The Block for the first time today. Very very busy so thought we would have a long wait but didn't. Excellent coffee which is high..."

Liz St George

"Nearly 2 weeks since opening. Really enjoy the freshness and look of the place. A real step up for the Bay. Just love the coffee - being a straight..."

Reena Singh

"After many years of really average cafe's in the BHB region it has been great to see The Block turn up and lift the bar for the community.My..."

Jason Roberts

"JAN 2013Well funny how some people get a different experience on the same day I went. I have been to The Block 4 days in a row and eaten breaky..."

Peter The Fat One

"Been here a couple of times in the last few days - initially some issues with payment, but they have all been resolved - food is tasty, service..."

Sarah Lane

"Went to The Block on the weekend it was fabulous! The best cafe out West by far. My coffee was excellent, really friendly staff and my meal was very..."

Kim Neville

"First impression was excellent- nice neutral decor and Harney and Sons teas behind the counter. The staff were friendly and the menu looked great. I..."

Kristy Sorrell

"A lovely happy vibe going on and atmosphere warm and inviting. I Loved the Nachos, sister liked Hash plate and Mum had Chicken lollipops and gave a..."

Tracy Johnson

"I unexpectedly stumbled upon this cafe while I was on my way to the block house bay reserve. This cafe is definitive 'slice, sip and soak in the..."

Ghanashyam Danam

"Astonishing food + really nice atmosphere, like you can feel all the breeze and the sun light you need. It is my first time at this Cafe’s and will..."

Mesa Chan

"Exciting Atmosphere. Groovy! Indoor/Outdoor flow. Great menu. Ample Parking. Perfect Coffee. Large Selection Outstanding Service from the Perfect, ..."

Tim Elliott

"Lovely cafe with very pretty “indoor garden” vibe. My coffee was not quite hot enough, but staff were very pleasant and I am sure they would have..."

Stephanie Liebert

"Rustic, garden featured cafe on the main road. Staff are very nice, and food is quite tasty. Service is quick for a weekend day too. Great for small..."

Yen Luong

"Place and ambience is great Went there for family birthday dinner with an infant and child. Service was abit slow but friendly staff. Had the..."

Jodi Sherwood

"Another new neighborhood adventure today. Grab a seat in this famous cafe & restaurant The Block. Very nice hospitality, waiters are young and..."

Eric Chou奧克蘭寶哥

"Service and presentation was great. The food could use proper seasoning and better flavour ( that’s up to personal taste though, nothing..."

Satish Talwar

"Best sweet corn fritters EVER. All the best flavours, huge portion, quality is always consistent and food is always served hot. Yum as. Picture of a..."

Neda

"It's a great cafe with great options of meat-free breakfast. The coffee is average. Staff is very hospitable and service is quick too. They are happy..."

Hiral Kothari

"Visited on the weekend for lunch. There were many customers. Ordered the Salt Fish Tacos ($18.50) and Japanese Fried Chicken ($12.50) to share..."

Zoe Zhang

"Just a fabulous place. Menus are always changing. Staff are top notch. Service is impeccable. It's a cafe/restaurant. Food is superb. Always changing..."

Cecilia Lal

"Lovely brunch visit here on Mothers Day. Great coffee and hot chocolate, plus delicious omelette. The only thing I would change is the “parfait”..."

Elizabeth Stewart

La Fourchette

81/100 (1054 ratings)

"Gorgeous restaurant, gorgeous food! The food at La Fourchette really exceeded my expectations. It was difficult to decide what to pick from..."

Dora The Food Explorer

"Really a charm place to go for, the service is polite and friendly. Ommelate is soooo yummy and pretty. Salmon is so delicious, pizza is delightful,..."

Xin Zheng

"It’s always a good idea to brunch by the beach on a sunny day like this. But I got bored with the mainstream cafes in Mission Bay and decided to..."

Lucy

"I am a fan of croissants and crepe, so here we go, in this french eatery in st heliers for brunch on a sat, love the vibe in this area , perfect spot..."

May Hung

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Blue Blue

"My family and I visited St Helier’s seeing it was such a nice day to go for a walk. We felt like some good food for lunch so we decided to go to La..."

Sharon Louie

"Convenient location with good availability of parking nearby. Decoration is really nice as well as the French atmosphere. Staff are really helpful..."

Michael Chen

"Amazing food at La Fourchette! I felt like I was in France tonight after dining there and the staff are all extremely friendly. Love the live music..."

Desmond Chan

"Very nice place with good food. Went there twice already and also ordered their pizza for takeaway twice. If you don't fancy a full meal, they have a..."

Tim Cahil

"Excellent food, lovely ambiance and friendly staff. We tried their Prosciutto pizza, garlic pizza, Nutella crepe and fries and they were all..."

888bing888

"Great french cafe. Lovely french pastries... specially the madeleines. Nice coffee to go too Nice and chilled out for a informal drink or..."

Hungry D

"La Fourchette is absolutely lovely. The coffee is nice and all the food is beautiful. I am a big fan of their pizzas, which can be made gluten free...."

Sofija

"Love their pizza and duck confit!Tuesday is their 1-for-1 pizza night and we ordered the seafood pizza and chicken pizza. Love how the..."

Alana

"Best French pastries in Auckland!! Although we haven’t tried the sit down menu yet, we have enjoyed coffee here any times and have taken away their..."

Emily

"Amazing food, amazing service! :) I would highly recommend. I am a happy returning customer! Classic French food, with an updated modern style...."

Sophia Nouchi

"Stopped by for lunch.We didn't have to wait too long after entering to get seated. After getting water we ordered drinks and then food...."

Benedict Uy

"Tucked away in the rows of the boardwalk shops at St heliers, this little gem was discovered when my friend and I took a drive up the coast to grab a..."

Audacity 2 Write

"It’s a good place to have brunch or lunch. Pizzas are big enough to share (if you don’t eat a lot) the gallettes are also really good, my..."

Angelmolgo

"A hidden treasure in St Heliers, La Fourchette specialises in French food. On each visit I’ve had, food & service have been consistently..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

Frank

"Love this place! They do the best crepes by far and the staff is always so friendly and lovely ☺️ such a nice place to get brunch after a walk..."

Munchy

"The best pastries, pizzas and crepes/galettes that I've had in Auckland. Friendly chatty staff also. Great coffee and lots of tables and space...."

Georgie T

"We have visited a few times and have gone out of our way to do so. This is a relaxing and calm destination very suitable for meetings or to enjoy the..."

OldGoatsKnowBest

"Great breakfast... i had the petit dejeuner, which included a pastry of my choice, toasted baguette, with jam.. a coffee of my choice and orange..."

Lyndsay Sykes

"After a Saturday morning walk we popped in here for brunch. As well as a great selection of pastries in the cabinet they do crepes and meal options...."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Another beautiful hidden gem.Recommend: love their Baked Breakfast especially the mushroom and the wild pork sausages was cooked to..."

Jan Brown

"Like all restaurants, you know they're amazing if they have 'La' as a prefix in their name. This is no exception! 10/10 restaurant would come any..."

The Ordinary Joe

"Lovely French offering in St Heliers. Friendly and welcoming staff. Coffee is excellent. Their galettes are a must-have - full of texture and taste,..."

Picky Pete

"It was an enjoyable lunch at the French restaurant La Fourchette. Les Saint-Jacques (grilled scallops & leek fondue), La Forestière (spincah,..."

STRADS

"Came here for a quick bite. Nice Chocolate croissant and hot Chocolate. Nice location at the heart of st heliers. Will be back again. ..."

Ronald Tan

"We went to La Fourchette for high tea today. We bought the voucher from grabone. The portion was a little smaller than other high teas I've..."

Lia Yosaatmadja

"Went there with a voucher for high tea. The portion is small when compared to other high teas we have been to, however their sweets are really good...."

Khloe

"Nice food,reminds me of when I would go to France for holidays because of the food. I absolutely love the watermelon macaroons. Would definitely..."

Lilyroselondon

"Very friendly staff and good customer service.Lovely interior :)Great food. Didn't know about this cafe until the grabone deal. Definitely..."

JungYun Lee

"Came here for Mother's Day/ very different from what in used to had a salary crepe could have had a little more flavour. The fish special was..."

Chloe-Mae

"Just love this place... every visit a pleasure. Food is devine. Service is fast and super friendly. Close walk to StH Beach..Highly recommend the..."

Pamela Hutchinson

"One of my favourite cafe's in the eastern suburbs, been here time and time again. Absolute favourite dish is the salted caramel crepes which..."

Rochana Kennedy

"Mother's Day dinner with kids and friends. Had a lovely evening - restaurant/chef accommodated our request for the kids to have Steak Frites rather..."

Bridgee

"Ordered a steak, handmade spaghetti and crepe suzette for lunch.Steak was gorgeous, the crisp outside and tender inside. Just what you..."

Lambie

"Beautiful french cuisine with all the snacks and deli stuff you expect. genuine and good effort.like it I just wish they were not that busy..."

Dimitrios Konstantopoulos

"Love coming here for special times and when I feel like a drive☀️ the location is near the beach which is nice. It is a French restaurant and..."

HoLiCA

"I have dined here multiple times now and I have been impressed every time!Firstly, the staff are amazing. They are prompt, polite and..."

Zara Morrison

"Even though we were just in for some beers, the service was excellent . The atmosphere is both suave enough for a special occasion, yet able to..."

Crumpet King

"This place has been my all time favourite and to go cafe/restaurant ever since it has opened. I just suddenly wondered how come I never get to..."

Miss Nawms

"I recently picked up some macaroons from La Fourchette and I was thoroughly impressed. The macaroons were crispy on the outside and soft and gooey on..."

Jess Pendergrast

"Was here when I was in the area and decided to try. Very nice atmosphere, love the ambiance and service is excelent with the waiters being so..."

Feisy Seaver

"We come here for breakfast as a treat. I love french cuisine and notice its becoming more popular in Auckland..I love this place. My husband loves..."

Breadzania

"I took my partner here for a birthday breakfast and was satisfied with the prompt service and tasty food. The scrambled eggs with salmon were..."

Andrew @anjeats

"very cute little place with a cool upstairs dining area. food was great we just had your simple pizza and fries and got a good deal: 1 free pizza!!!..."

Vanessa Ross

"La Fourchette is a little piece of France located off the Main Street of St Heliers. It is a light open space open for breakfast through to dinner..."

EatsByZee

"Good food, unfortunately I waited long time to get my meal.Restaurant was way to noisy.I will be back again though. Really tasty simple..."

Simon Wilson

"Joined three old friends for dinner at La Fourchette in March. Our table was just inside with enough inside-outside to enjoy the warm evening. Our..."

Fionna Scott-Milligan

"Went to La Fourchette on our last business trip from Wellington (being French we thought we should check it out). The food is simple but very good..."

Robert Gobier

"The best meal we have had in a long time. We went there on my husband's 40th Birthday which was also a Valentine's Day. The place was really busy and..."

Larisa

"La Fourchette (The Fork) which opened mid 2013, is the big sibling to L’Assiette (The Plate or The Dish) in Britomart. La Fourchette is an..."

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Scarecrow

81/100 (1592 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Couldnt wait to write about it... Just been here for the restaurant month.. Not a great start to be honest with the greet and seat thingy.. But i..."

Abhijeet Kamath

"Have been here with a friend twice. If you get the tea for two the teapot isn't super well designed so it tends to leak when pouring. My friend had..."

Linda Lin

"Every time I walk past I get a high from the amazing smell. Love the rustic vibes of this place and their simply but beautifully executed menu. The..."

Bella Qian

"I’ve come here a few times but mainly for their cabinet food, this was my first time ordering from their menu. I got the shakashouka which was..."

Kylie

"Just a quick tip, you have to order at the counter first before you are seated, which was kind of confusing at first. My friend and I came here for..."

Sharon Louie

"Delicious breakfast options. Loved the mushroom omlette with truffle oil. Omelette was fluffy and light, could really taste the truffle throughout...."

Ninahooo

"I really love this place! The matcha soy latte is a must try because it is divine :) They do offer more food on their menu, not limited to what is..."

Asianfoodie

"Baked eggs is our favorite in this place. Cute shop you can buy a lot of organic packaged foods. They have quite limited items on their menu but they..."

FoodiesTable

"Visited Scarecrow while shopping in town. Cute little cafe with unique items to choose from. I chose the pain Perdu which is French Toast. It had..."

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"One of the best places to have a cheesecake at a reasonable price with a reasonable size. Highly recommend this place. Delicious food and nice..."

Tan.ned

"Gifted these delicious treats by a friend. Nutty, citrusy, chocolatey gooey muesli-like. Taste quiet healthy, don’t think there is any flour in..."

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"We came here for brunch and ordered a few dishes between us. Scarecrow has always been my go to for their lattés, bread and desserts but I usually..."

Vita

"Came in for a birthday lunch with my friends. Ordered some cabinet food and the soup with bread. Almond croissant was super soft. The top layer was..."

Rosanne Choy

"Theses were my first meal in Auckland New zealand, I followed on zomato app to find the best restaurant for my breakfast, So i found this restaurant..."

Jula Sihapanya

"One of my favourite cafe in town. They have a sandwich and a salad for $12 and a true bargain! I quite often split it between a friend as the bread..."

Yuko Saito

"Scarecrow is such a beautiful little café at the end of Victoria Street by Albert Park. It's always looked packed every time I've walked past so..."

FoodieOodie95

"I have to say that this restaurant slot a just prefect location. They do serve the excellent dessert and coffee, but their food seem not that good as..."

Yafenxu123

"Scarecrow is always a great spot for lunch in the city. Their cabinet is interesting and you can browse the shelves while you wait. The service is..."

Sian

"Great atmosphere, chill vibe and music, good for lunch time or afternoon catchups. I especially like the interior design - the high ceiling and..."

Kiwilisa

"I've been here a few times and always enjoyed the food, ambiance and service. I ordered my fave toasted Salmon Bagel and Soy Mocchachino. It was..."

LilMSunshine

"One of my favorite cafe in City Centre! Everything is lovely here. I enjoy having a late brunch or simply grab some coffees to kill couple of hours..."

Jade0289

"full brunch with my friends～Korea waiter nice body^-^maybe always in gym haha～sunnyside eggs so lovely i like it～iced coffee little bit sweet..."

Rico Shao

"Enjoyed my mixed salad here which is full of potatoes and boiled eggs with salad in delicious creamy dressing. Lovely atmosphere every time we come..."

Mei

"High quality organic food and beverage, kind service and, yes, good coffee. That plus a nice environment Scarecrow is one of the nicest places in the..."

Diogo Reck

"There’s something personal about Scarecrow, a distinct character charm which makes it a space suited for all kinds of occasions. Whether your out..."

Medium_Rare

"Stopped by for a very early breakfast (7am). The place was quite nice, a mix between a cafe and a market. There were selling a few interesting items..."

Benedict Uy

"Scarecrow is one of my favourite place in town. Awesome coffee, food and atmosphere. It is a little busy at times so we just need to get used to..."

Bevan Chuang

"Nice and cosy cafe. Quite an aesthetic look if you ask me! Ordered the chicken and avocado toasted sandwich which was great! I am yet to try their..."

Evo Malifa

"Came here on the first day for their new menu which is pretty expensive compared to the old one. The service was alright but could be better as the..."

Jason Zhang

"I went to Scarecrow with my wife on our monthly date night. The moment we walked in, right after being greeted by the super friendly staff, we asked..."

Alonso Coutinho Licks

"I had a very lovely experience here this morning, just wanted a coffee and have a quiet sit down. The staff are very friendly and attentive. I..."

Crackerjacker

"Such an amazing and cute cafe! The food is always a really good portion and feels really hearty but not super dense. So you leave full but not in a..."

Sophie

"Beautifully presented food, great friendly service. I had the Kedegree which needed a lot more seasoning but other that was a good dish. Thank you..."

Dinah

"Lovely place for a quick bite or a sit down coffee. The Italian eggs I had was very good. Coffee was also exceptional. Excellent presentation of..."

Kjanpants

"We got the Shakshuka which tasted really really good. The service here is awesome too. Atmosphere is really nice and my partner usually buys my..."

Dxlche

"Possibly the best cafe in terms of consistency and quality. I've been going for several years now and am always pleased with their food. The..."

Tina Yu

"Cool place. Like the settings and everything. Only tried a slice and the hot chocolate this time. Will come again for lunch or dinner...."

Shanna

"Went here for lunch yesterday with my partner. The cafe is really cute it has a mini market inside it too with all sorts of goodies.The..."

Alysha Bower

"Popped in here with a friend and my two toddlers for a quick coffee before visiting the Art Gallery. Not somewhere I'd usually take children - I was..."

Renee Pearson

"Tucked away in a corner - I got lost trying to find this place for the first time! Went here for a catch-up on a rain day!Very..."

Nisarag Bhatt

"Scarecrow is a beautiful cafe tucked in the corner below Albert Park. It is truly a refreshing change of scenery from the fast-paced Auckland city..."

WeiTing Ashley Shyu

"Busy inner city cafe offering fresh food. Everything on the menu is delicious and coffee is really good. You can buy nice organic locally sourced..."

Sara V

"Had the banana and tahini cakes and it was alright. I thought it was a kind of pancake and while it wasn't bad, it wasn't mindblowing. Not much..."

G

"Best places in Auckland. Very refreshing, healthy, organic, artistically imagined. I had breakfast over here of scrambled eggs with salmon and fresh..."

Ali Suhail

"Amazing service, lovely restaurant ambiance, and delicious food, sums up a dinner at scarecrow. I took my mother here for dinner and we both really..."

Lauren

"The coffee here, kokako, is always good and the baristas know just how I like it which is always a bonus. The ambience is lovely, it is the kind of..."

Scully

"Grabbed some picnic food this arvo after a kids art session up the road. Stand-outs were beet/carrot/chickpea salad was delicious, grilled artichokes..."

Zaatarbella

"A charming café that is well worth the visit - especially for vegetarians. [I say “café”, but really it is a mini café-grocer-florist in one]...."

PeterT

"Walking into Scarecrow reminded me a bit of The Wizard of Oz, probably because there’s a giant scarecrow on a bike in the window! Aside from that,..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"Thanks to Bike Auckland - bike breakei, was in here today Thursday 1/12/16, one year today the Light path opened, had a mocha + Shakshuka (Middle..."

David Purvis

"Lovely salad range and chicken! Went here for lunch on a sunny day and enjoyed it. My friend had some bagel and it looked amazing. Will definitely..."

Ana

"Came here for the first time yesterday and it was so cute! It has a nice and different vibe from other cafes around as it also has a little market..."

Saagri Joshi

"Thank you for the lovely service! I appreciate your effort in going above and beyond to make sure your customer only gets the best dining experience...."

Alix

"Came in early yesterday morning and was craving a sandwich (weird craving but yea...). Bought a basic chicken salad sandwich for $12 which was kinda..."

Kathryn Zhou

"A wet stormy Sunday morning seemed to be the ideal time to visit this popular cafe. Most times I've thought about coming here it was too busy. The..."

Kerryj

"Been here a couple of times now, but I would recommend not coming during peak times as it's quite hard to get a table sometimes. We ended up sharing..."

Justine Weake

"Scarecrow is a really good brunch place in the city. It has a unique character that makes you feel like you're back in grandma's old country kitchen...."

Wanderlazed

"Healthier twist and organic food spot in Auckland. It was good but I wasn't wowed by the flavours. But it could be the dish I chose. I got the..."

Travels4Food

"This place is amazing! When I came here it was super busy but we were lucky that a group was just about to leave as we came in so we didn't have to..."

TheSecretFoodie

"Such a lovely cafe with cozy candle lightings which attracted me inside. The store smells more like a smoked sausages, lol. friendly staff,..."

Raeray

"The decor of this place made me feel like i stepped into wizard of oz or sorts. An Oz with a healthy grocery, florist and yummy food. Super..."

ShoRt

"Just happened to pass by this little gem on Victoria Street after a stroll in the park. Had the soup of the day, a lentil and coconut soup, which was..."

Krista

"Had a really nice dinner here tonight! We had the $35 2 course meal and food was great. I had the anchovies to start - super succulent and tasty on..."

Emily

"Walking into Scarecrow reminded me a bit of The Wizard of Oz, probably because there’s a giant scarecrow on a bike in the window! Aside from that,..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"We came here to take a lovely work mate for a birthday lunch and it didn't disappoint.The decor and florist in the corner make the place..."

Debsjunkyard

"My friends and I discovered this place and could not be more excited.Spacious interior, relaxing atmosphere, it is also a floral place so..."

Michelle Ma Belle

"A few of my colleagues were hesitant about going out for brunch with someone who is vegan. I saw something I liked on the menu so I wasn't..."

Emma W

"Tucked in the corner of Victoria St is an urban farmers market, a florist, and a cafe all in one store under the name of Scarecrow. Their focus is..."

Heartshrooms

"Hands down 5/5!! I had such a great lunch experience here last week, I cannot wait to go again! Set on the corner of Victoria St, the cafe is a..."

L.E.N.S

"Scarecrow is a cafe and also a shop. Quite an interesting experience. Coffee was served in a double wall glass which kept the coffee hot until the..."

Timer

"Updated Review: February 2017Finally find time to try dinner at this place. The new place look nice. We ordered hummus for entree, eggplant..."

James

"Came here to check out the sale but saw they had wifi and asked if it was okay to stay and study at the corner table and staff were more than..."

Samantha Scahill

"I love this place so much, its so hard to get a decent salad in the city. It's my destination of choice for lunch dates with friends from out if..."

Rose

"Excellent food, coffee and service. Highly recommend this place for fast, healthy and reasonably priced food in the city. Vegan/gluten/paleo/[insert..."

Luke Alexander

"My brisket on rye was delicious, served with lashings of brisket and a sharp mustard. I thought I would get sick of the sameness but it tasted great...."

Ryan

"Love the premise of a cafe/florist/grocery store but maybe it was something about the temporary location that just didn't do it for me in terms of..."

Victoria

"I was lucky enough to go along to a #zomatonz foodie meet up at Scarecrow - finally something for the vegans!! We arrived and I was immediately in..."

Kendall Farmer

"I was at Scarecrow for a #zomatonz foodie meetup last week, and loved every minute of it. It started off with some delicious canapes, followed by..."

Louisa Vickers

"Locally sourced produce, passionate staff and diverse flavours; Scarecrow on High ticks so many boxes. Besides creatively crafted meals, they also..."

ThatNix

"I came to Scarecrow last week as part of a Zomato Foodie Meet up, and I was excited to try a different variety of food to what I usually would eat...."

Lena Duffin

"Scarecrow is one of my go-to places when my coffee-snob friends from Wellington want a good cup. On top of acting as a cafe, they are also an amazing..."

Pia Crawford

"We tried the tapas style food, and everything we ate was delicious. They were all perfect paired with wine. Everything about the restaurant was well..."

Liza Cabrera Talavera

"I really enjoyed the food. Too bad I don't drink alcohol (allergic), because the food would be perfect paired with wine. The interior of the place is..."

Chie Talavera

"Amazing raw kitchen focusing on providing city dwellers with fresh, great tasting locally sourced food and artisanal products. We had a..."

Chanelle Barlow

"Finally found where it is since its (temporary)move from Victoria St :DReally cool interior that's chic but got this nice homey feel to it. Had..."

Ping

"A place to be fed and inspired! Scarecrow has breathed lots of character and life into the edgy space previously occupied by..."

Hungusmcfatty

"Loving this place! Got recommended the most delicious chai tea by the sweetest waitress Emmy! Will be back, such a cozy environment with flowers and..."

Mikaela Vibes

"Great coffee, love the salads here and recently developed an addiction to their raw cacao balls - yum! I had a mixture of the salads (again) the..."

Bizcochito

"Scarecrow has temporarily moved to High Street, while they refurbish their original cafe. A group of us went here for lunch yesterday - I was excited..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"Very nice cafe near Albert park and art gallery. A lot of local products available at this cafe as well. Good customer service and good vibe with..."

siewlan liow

"Scarecrow is a culinary gem. Their Turkish egg and chorizo omelette is a flavor-packed delight, offering a unique twist on a classic breakfast dish...."

Leandra de Labastida

"The food here is something else. Amazing flavours, great rustic vibe and quality produce and products. Must visit again - highly..."

Kristy Drake

"SHAKSHUKA with the Lamb sausage - Recommended dish here. Very pleasant atmosphere, with heaps of items around the shop for sale which keeps the eyes..."

Ju W

"Delicious breakfast and amazing service. The vibe just puts you in a good mood. They took longer then expected to make my coffee and let me chose..."

Mandana Nelson

"On my trip from Canada, I stopped by Scarecrow and boy, it was amazing. You've got to try their pot pie - it's the best one I've ever had. The owner..."

Cynthia Williams

"Stopped in for a breakfast before our flight out. Ambiance is nice. Relaxing and bustling at the same time. A great place to come by yourself or with..."

C F

"Delicious brunch place in Auckland. Staff is very nice and friendly, the menu is amazing, went there twice during the 3-4 days I was in Auckland...."

Romy Labranche

"After a bit of a walk, we headed to Scarecrow for brunch! What a great place. Food was different and wonderful! Coffee - the best we’d had in NZ...."

Alison Davis

"Cozy place ;) the food was so good. I got the breast chicken and roasted potatoes. It was pretty noisy but I guess that's because this spot is very..."

Ellen Liew

"Very cozy atmosphere! Aside from the fact that the seats were placed really close to each other, the cafe presented good environment for having meals..."

Hanajan

"Amazing, healthy food with lots of local ingredients and touch of home-like warmth. Outstanding coffee! Wide variety of treats for sweet tooths..."

Paweł Nawrot

"I had the Good Morning Brioche and it was just super delicious! I really enjoyed the soft, chewy brioche with sweet berry compote and chantilly..."

Jo

"We went twice! The waitress remembered us and was so friendly both times. We had the French toast, earth plate, halloumi mushroom bagel, and..."

Gurushabd Khalsa

"Nice restaurant with counter ordering in Downtown Auckland. We had breakfast there and all three dishes served were good. My big breakfast was very..."

Myrna Johnson

"Lovely hostess. Counter staff friendly but told us kitchen was closed at 2.05. We'd been there about 20 mins chatting and looking at the menu. The..."

Lorna Burns

"I've had the most amazing porridge at Scarecrow this morning! Surprising and wonderful flavours, creamy texture, seasonal fruit on top - it made my..."

Viola Vadász

Sally McLaren

Cafe On Kohi

81/100 (1081 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great food and service. Combo, entrée and main or main and dessert for $49. They are accommodating too. I usually ask to swap my mash for roast..."

Michelle

"Very nice food and really nice staff, however, when you're inside, there's very little space to move around so if you can sit outside..."

Ralf Klis

"Very close to the beach and there's parking lot just nearby. The coffee is really good, strong and..."

Rick Shen

"Update: 25/12/2022-I could clearly see a distinctive improvement from my last review. However, there should definitely be more vegan and vegetarian..."

Som Chakraborty

"Decent lil cafe for breakfast or lunch. Food is good, service can be slow and staff friendliness varies. Limited indoor and outdoor seating. Ok for a..."

c “cfl” lane

"I usually come here with my hubby for afternoon tea but this time with my family - husband, my son's family, his wife and two children for breakfast,..."

Arlene Barraca

"Nice cafe by the beach for a lazy Saturday morning brunch. The staff were friendly and the breakfast menu was good. Delicious food and great coffee...."

Pushkar Dhawale

"Great location with good service. All day menu. Very busy place put still relaxed. Options of inside/outside, sofa/chair/stool seating. Menu is..."

Gerry

"On a wet and 🥶 cold day i googled searched a good rating and review cafe for a morning breakfast meal Mission bay Cafe was reccomended Parking was..."

Dennis Niu

"Loved the view, delicious food and top it off with an amazingly kind & wonderful staff. The view of mission bay beach and Rangitoto Island is just..."

Abhijeet Kale

"We have been going to this cafe for years and the place is just incredible. Love everything about here. Great location and stunning views. Excellent..."

sheeba lamba

"Good cafe, plenty of shade and dogs can sit out like Layla in this post 😊. Friendly staff. Good service. Good food. Vibrant atmosphere plus..."

Yogesh Nath

"A wonderful dine in experience with our amazing hostess Lila who was absolutely welcoming! The dishes were just perfect! Definitely recommend when..."

Regina Ieti

"Talking about the foods and drinks there, they were equally delicious and appetizing, especially, the Orange cake and the garlic-roasted bread were..."

Rubaiya Kotha

Ampersand Eatery

80/100 (1107 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

"This was the first time I came to Amperseed for brunch/lunch with my sister, friends & an overseas visitor. Wow, what a blast from the minute we sat..."

Annie Thorburn

"Just had my birthday dinner at &. Full disclosure I have worked with both Michael and Amanda but that has nothing to do with how feel about this..."

Michael Austin

"I am on holiday in New Zealand and was taken to Ampersand as a treat for breakfast it was a lovely experience. The place is beautiful a very cool..."

Jane Sykes

"My new favourite place in Auckland! Great spot for family brunch or dinner for date night. The pasta is out of this world delicious. So many good..."

Laura Platts

"Excellent place for any occasion: friendly staff, lovely view and absolutely glorious food. I came in for breakfast and now can not wait to check out..."

Ksenia Eliseeva

"Lovely brunch, lovely atmosphere! Thanks Ampersand team. Auckland friends: recommend checking this place out. Would be great for a refuel after..."

Poppy Haynes

"Amazing food amazing service and a view to die for. Totally enjoyed ourselves and will definitely come back for a big dinner meal..."

Desmond GC

"A friend and I had lunch here today and I cannot recommend it more highly. We both chose the chicken dish with shitake mushrooms and a green salad..."

Billie Hurdley

"Amazing food and the service is excellent. Highly recommend to anyone from breakfast to..."

Chris Cullen

"Love love love this place! Friendly staff, great quality food, awesome atmosphere and the manager sophie is AMAZING!! Highly recommend..."

Estelle Naude

"One of the best places I have been to for brunch and highly..."

Stephen Craig

"Great to know this place around the neighborhood. Awesome service and the place is spacious. A great view to overlook the Tamakei Dr. Reasonable..."

Joan Xie

"Amazing flavours in every dish that we had (& I think our table tried everything on the menu) One word sums up this new Hospo gem "YUM"..."

Michelle Rae Pope

"Great brunch location with a great view of the Orakei bay. Beautiful during sunrise and great friendly service. Ask for an explanation on the food,..."

Arthur

"Finally managed to get to Ampersand Eatery for a birthday lunch. It was just after 12 on a Wednesday and it was really busy! We hadn’t booked but..."

Hinali Patel

"Located in Orakei Bay Village, the cafe has a spacious interior with beautiful plant decorations. There is also a bay view at the balcony..."

Lucy

"Awesome place with a great view if you manage to get terrace seating. Food was fresh and beautifully presented.We had the Lobster and Hapuka Raviolo..."

Dora The Food Explorer

"Enjoy the lovely scenery as well as the interior design of the cafe. The smashed avo is tasty, ingredients are fresh, and there is light spicy taste..."

Esther

"Wow what a view! This is a great location with other shops & a nice relaxed feel. Pays to book so that you can get a seat on the terrace overlooking..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Food taste good. Atmosphere is nice with waterview if you sit outside. Waited a bit longer than expected before someone took order. Portion is tiny..."

Dennis Kee

"Great atmosphere to sit and do some work. Professional service and great coffee thanks to Espresso Workshop. Have never had any food as it is on the..."

Krystal Reyland

"Ampersand is tucked away into the surprisingly beautiful orakei bay village. It offers fantastic views over the orakei basin in a light filled room..."

Matchstick Reviews

"Great service and kid friendly... this place has views to die for and warm environment. We had the coffee shakes and truffle Parmesan fries which..."

Jaffa

"I was happily surprised when we were able to get a parking spot in the Orakei Bay Village area since it is usually really full. We went through the..."

Benedict Uy

"I'd consider OBV as a local eatery place for me as I only live 15 mins walk away. Ampersand has an industrial-style decor and gives the feeling of..."

Desmond Chan

"Ampersand Eatery is a damn green light from me! Been here twice and the first experience wasn't that great :( came here with my friend for the first..."

Anastasia Matiatos

"It was a really nice vibe and atmosphere. Also great coffee and food. My big breakfast was good but waffles were a bit too healthy and dry for me!..."

Suz

"Great place to have breakfast. Nice location and beautiful sea view made my day. Food and coffee both quite delicious. Service a bit slow but..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Great views and food.We ordered the Mushroom Arancini, shoestring potatoes and yoghurt fried chicken - The Arancini had a great crunch on..."

JJ

"Love everything here!!!! Food, service, vibes everything! A nice place for weekend brunch sessions with family. I love the view from the window as..."

Yeahggggg

"We descended upon Ampersand on a whim today having noticed that it was almost empty yesterday at 1.45 pm.....not so today - almost full. Luckily we..."

Jean HH

"Had lunch here a couple of weekends ago and was very enjoyable - the food and drink options were very good. We enjoyed our smoked fish - although..."

Bridgee

"Last weekend was the monthly NZbloggers brunchclub and it was held at Ampersand Eatery. I thought I was going to miss out on this but I’m so glad I..."

Angela (A Style Collector)

"Excellent food, with creative recipes and real tasty ingredients. Beautiful view over the Orakei Gulf, fast service and plenty of parking. Highly..."

Marcel Rocked

"Love Ampersand! been to this place a few times now and I absolutely love the food and coffee! Definitely worth going for a good Sunday brunch! ..."

Evie.strang

"Been wanting to try this place for a while, however the times I’ve come previously there was always a half an hour late. Arriving around 12 pm..."

Medium_Rare

"Best coffee I've had in a long time in auckland. They are also really dog friendly. Pastries are delicious, I'll be back to try the main..."

DCfood

"It was just OK, not great value for money and super bummer that I couldn’t get eggs on toast with a side of avo but apparently because avo isn’t..."

Reina Alani

"Great atmosphere and excellent service. I had the crepe which was filling and very hearty, very cheesy! My friend had the greens on..."

Shell

"Had avocado on toast - the addition of kimchi was delicious! And the gluten free bread was very tasty! Slow service, but lovely staff and it was..."

Nicola

"Great location and great views.Lots of sun throughout the day, great breakfast selections. Not huge servings but enough to get full. Can go..."

Tony Ma

"Very nice place to dine!The interior design of the place was pleasant and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful.The food..."

Winnie Luo

"Now been here several times. Cool vibe and excellent food. Gets very busy so worth booking. A cool development clever wine and food and excellent..."

Maisy Morton

"The most amazing meal I have had in a long long time! And such great, attentive service.We came here for a work dinner and had the set menu..."

Zoe Wood

"Me and 3 went here late at night (good to see a cafe open late ) Lovely spacious area, scrumptious looking cream and jam doughnuts were on display,..."

Liz Rouse

"Coffee is amazing?! First two expirences were slightly disappointed as they ran out of tables and a had to wait or the machine broke so having to..."

J Li

"The staff were very attentive, warm smiles and real evidence of staff in a job that they enjoy.Food recommendations, the duck pie..."

Sid H

"My friend and i came in yesterday and were blown away with everything. The Manager was lovely and she made time to come over for a chat and all staff..."

Emma Night

"Cool venue with friendly staff. Food was tasty we had the quail pie, risotto and pork filet with side of potato and gravy. Dessert was ok, overall an..."

Loz Wats

"Came in yesterday afternoon for some afternoon snacks! We were seated on a lovely table out on the balcony. The staff were great, allowed us to order..."

Georgie Park

"I came here for a Saturday lunch around 1pm and despite the restaurant being busy, but not completely full we were told it would be a 25 minute wait..."

Juliet

"got the eggs benedict which was topped with a paprika sauce. a nice twist on an everyday meal that just made it that much more delicious. i got a..."

Grace

"Beautiful, artistic n well heeled and so is the venue. Early breakfast on a Sunday morning. Venue is sharp, a real cool place for eats. Staff n..."

Halfpie Job

"Had a lovely brunch here on the deck overlooking the bay. The french toast was the perfect size and delicious, and my coffee was..."

Claire

"Reliable and #1 go to... either for a morning coffee by espresso workshop after a lovely walk around the Orakei Basin or for a Hallertau #1 on the..."

AKLWINE&FOODIE

"Located in the new orakei basin shops Ampersand Eatery is a large spacious new eatery. There are tables inside and out. I went for my usual smashed..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Absolutely loved this place tonight!! Such a cool vibe, food delivered quickly and the service was amazing!! Albeit quiet, the staff were very..."

Mark

"We'd enjoyed Mikey Newlands food at Bracu and so wanted to try his new restaurant. We weren't disappointed. The Smoked Beetroot and the Herb..."

Malcolm Inglis

"“I need to go there one day”, I would always muse to myself as the Orakei basin walkway flashed past when I used to take the train to uni..."

Heartshrooms

"We visited for breakfast on Saturday and had a great experience. We were greeted very promptly by the friendly Manager & we were seated out on the..."

Debra

"Well what can i say......i came in on week two of opening and they had a few teething issues...BUT i came in over the weekend and was so impressed..."

Julia

"Came to ampersand last week for breakfast..We ordered Eggs on toast with a side of avocado and Eggs Benedict..We couldn't fault the..."

Lyndsay Sykes

"Lovely service with great modern industrial ambience. The food was very good with familiar flavours that are well executed. We had the mushroom..."

Jerry Wong

"The location is beautiful, service is excellent as the staff are super friendly and approachable! They even kept our water glasses full without..."

Daniel-Jarrod Potter (ShadowS.I.C.K66)

"Great spot for brunch with a great bar, the portions especially the eggs Benedict and the smoothies are small for the price. I got the blueberry..."

Sarah K

"Great coffee. Good, sizeable brunch options. I loved the breakfast burrito. And the sausage in the big breakfast. Apparently they make the sausage..."

Mariah Templonuevo

"It was my first time visiting. Beautiful atmosphere with great ambiance. Friendly accommodating staff, yummy..."

Dr Siham El-Kafafi

"I was happily surprised when we were able to get a parking spot in the Orakei Bay Village area since it is usually really full. We went through the..."

Benedict Uy

"Dined here on a Saturday evening. Made a reservation (was not busy though) and they had a table for us outside. Great views of the bay. Lovely set up..."

praveena ~

"Staffs are very friendly and kind. Love their truffle fries and salmon tuna tataki. So delicious !!! Beautiful cafe..."

Annie Low

"We visited here for lunch on the day before Good Friday. The inside space is really bright and airy with high ceilings and nice views of the bay. We..."

Marie Corcoran

"Modern interior with lovely views out to the harbour. They have nice mock-tails as well as the most scrumptious food! Would be a great place to come..."

Jade de Vere

"Good food and relaxed brunch atmosphere. Dog friendly, allowed inside and have water bowls available etc. If seated in the covered outdoor area..."

Vicky Hill

"Great place to come for breakfast and for a coffee. Good parking, great service and view on a clear day. The food was delicious and recommended..."

Kris

"I had a wonderful night with my colleagues. The food was great; we had 3 courses: starter, main and dessert. My favourite one was lamb shoulder,..."

Laurence Ho (Bluegray)

"Big shout out to Mikey for the fabulous personalised chef experience he magicked up for us once again . Decadent deliciousness to dine for!..."

Marin Clay

"Been to Ampersand many times & always satisfied. This place never fails you. Everything we ordered was good quality & flavoursome. Good wine..."

Shima Albrecht

"Very nice eatery. Cafe all day breakfast dishes range from standard expected to unique interesting. Take terrace seats to great view of the..."

Pavel Valenta

Cereal Killa Cafe

80/100 (1906 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Went in for the first time last Saturday round lunchtime. Had great DJ playing live, and the atmosphere was awesome. Was served by the owner and 1..."

Chad Milnes

"Great spot!! Awesome menu for food, great coffee & milkshakes & the music they play is on..."

Astley Nathan

"The place is super friendly, the attention received was great. Can't believe such a cafe can be found in plain Dominion Rd! Also: their icecreams..."

Jim Martin

"This place is cute. Not a very big cafe but their drinks and food are divine. Thick shakes and booster juices were super yummy!! Food was good but..."

Felicia

"Came on the weekend, shop was very busy, food came out without any delay, meals was well presented and taste was lovely, great friendly and prompt..."

Kiwichef12

"Came in for a late lunch today. Both the nachos and the omelette were pretty heavy and packed with cheese. Nachos itself felt pretty oily. Omelette..."

Rosanne Choy

"My new fave lunch spot! Best eggs benedict in Auckland. Tastes different from the other cafes. The sauce is really distinctive and unique to Cereal..."

Real Slug

"Loved the decoration, atmosphere + the artwork on the wall. It's creative and perfect for brunch. The staff members are friendly. It's definitely a..."

Tiffany A

"Slightly dated interior. Good prices. Friendly service. Delicious food. The creamy mushrooms were excellent; the eggs bene good but the hollandaise..."

Jonathan Chen

"Had lovely vibes and decor, with heaps of families so probably a winner with the kids :)All of the milkshakes looked amazing. The Oreo one..."

Baramey Kadeth

"Excellent place to visit for epic Killa shakes. Their food is excellent too. I had cookies shake, which was yummy. My friend had Natella shake with..."

L

"I suggest sharing a shake between two. The chicken salad was very good, my husband had the beef burger and chips which were very good. Customer..."

Girl On The Move

"Today I had an incredible brunch with my friend at Cereal Killa Cafe! I had this enormous Caramel Kit Kat Freak Shake and it was insanely good..."

Lisa Hockley

"Lovely and friendly service! We got the Angus beef burger and Cajun chicken burger on the zomato gold deal ($8 a burger + fries). The burgers were..."

Angelalala

"A friend and I went for lunch and wow what an amazing place! The food was great, the shakes were insanely yummy!!! The staff were really friendly and..."

Paige Alexis Scelly

"Great cafe, mix of healthy food and the most Epic shakes. Husband loved his burger.Deff will be back..."

Beth Pickens-Morris

"absolutely amazing food and coffee. great for kids and we love hosting our meetings at their cafe. their kids shakes are enjoyed by lots of our..."

Beau Visage Beauty Spa & Wellness

"Today I had a lovely breakfast @cerealkillacafe 🥰I was really happy to be selected as the first person to come in and try their amazing..."

Tori Hockley

"After months of following on Instagram I was able to visit this lovely cafe on a trip to Auckland. The shakes were as amazing as I imagined-..."

Rea Harris-Datta

"Best shakes in Auckland. A must try. Everying was made fresh. A must try when you are in town. Had the vege burger and breakfast. Staff are really..."

Rahul Datta

"While it fills the niche of a semi-specialised breakfast joint on the main Dominion Road thoroughfare, I feel like Cereal Killa is missing that tiny..."

Dylan Buckley

"Cute little cafe with vibrant drawings all over the wall. We ordered the omelette, waffles and bagel. The food was beautifully presented with candy..."

Margaret Chen

"I highly encourage Milkshake and Burger lovers to try their meals. Food is fabulous and delicious, their staff is very skilled and well-behaved. And..."

Smit Kotadiya

"Nice burger from this place. Free range marinated Chicken with kimchi and Mayo inside. Tasted perfect :) Place was neat and clean. Staffs was..."

Augustine Tea

"Went for the pretty milkshakes - tried the Choc Nutella & Mint choc and was recommend to drink them with chips to chill out the sweetness (do it - it..."

Sei

"Sooo much salmon on a bagel, it is amazing! They have gluten free Bread too! And the place is really cozy, cute chairs! The staff is very friendly!..."

Cil Van Den Brink

"Amazing experience , and enjoyed it . The Waffles were a big hit for us , we received it hot with fresh bananas ! The shakes were beautiful , and a..."

Bameliamolesi

"Very nice! Runny eggs, fresh sour dough, healthy homemade hash. I enjoyed it! We also had waffles, lots of fruits and the caramel sauce was not too..."

Ellie Siu

"This cafe Surprised me a lot. I wasn't expect too much for a cafe on dominain rd, i was think environment might be awful. But their environment was..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Outstanding service. Friendly staff. The omelette could’ve looked nice if rolled up. And the banana can taste better if fry/grill both..."

Tony Ma

"Great little spot if your wanting somewhere different. Have been here twice now and both times enjoyed the food and shakes. we had the hot dogs which..."

Laisa N Julessa

"Amazing service!! The guy that made our milkshake confirmed our dietary needs- not many places do! They also gave someone a free drink, after the..."

Amy Murphy

"I have been here a few times and have not been let down. The freak shakes are all very good and can’t complain about any other meals there. However..."

Forsberg.celia

"We went for brunch, and there were about two other tables taken, so the place was pretty empty when we went. Service was quite slow, it took about 15..."

Helen

"Have been here a few times and it can be hit or miss. Ultimately I have decided that you have to come for the waffles. If you want something savoury..."

Shannon Boyce

"Always serve the amazing freak shakes . Great creation and warm service. The owner was very friendly. It’s one of the best cafe for your instagram..."

Bobohood528

"Great place for special day! Our little one loved the amazing milk shake!!! She spent long time choosing from creative kid friendly menu, and fun..."

AK

"Went for Sunday brunch, they were busy so service was a bit slow. Highly recommend the shakes! The French toast was a little bit eggier than I’d..."

Nalisha Sen

"Loved this place. Absolute treat to be here if your looking for some good dessert. The staff was friendly, ambience was great and the food was just..."

Mulik.aditya99

"I Love this place! I can help but order smashed avo every time. Last time I went I also had a cookies and cream freak shake... it was well worth the..."

Liz Scott

"If he was the owner, he scored big in my books. Hint: if you own the place, go out and talk to the people who chose your place over all the endless..."

Tovia Va'aelua

"Reception and service was good, menus given to my friends and I as soon as we were seated. Got 3 shakes (chocolate Nutella, cookies ‘N cream and..."

Ompong Monkey

"It was really good, although the milkshake was pretty sweet. In addition, it is a nice place to stay and to have a chat (,but the toilets could be..."

Annika

"Not the place to go if you are on a diet, they serve high calorie milkshakes which is not for the faint hearted, staff is nice and friendly, it is a..."

Dee

"Shakes are really delicious I've tried most of them now. I will say that if you're not good at getting through sweet things, it's probably better if..."

Danielle Burling-Claridge

"I’ve been meaning to stop by for the longest time, they’re well known for their masterful presentation & legendary Killa shakes. Rustic..."

TheMʌverick

"The drinks were good and the food looked good but didn’t taste as amazing as it looked. Would still go there again though for a drink and sweets...."

Kaydeen Manukia

"Staff were lovely, atmosphere was awesome and the food definitely killa! My daughter & I really enjoyed it and can't wait to go back 😊 Looking for..."

Sunema Tuifao

"Staff here are extremely friendly and welcoming! They came to check up on us once in a while to make sure everything was okay. The drinks..."

Louise

"Finally got to try one of these amazing milkshakes! I can definitely say they taste as good as they look. However they are very sweet, I shared one..."

Farah Mohammed

"Really nice coffee and food, and so surprisingly affordable for what you get! Enjoyed my veggie bun. I must coke back for a milkshake! I have..."

Emz

"If you like a bit of cotton cloud on top of your waffles with a bit of banana and nuts hiding under caramel gloss then you'll be wanting the 'Killa..."

T.B.F

"I had an oreo freak shake and a rasberry freak shake. It was super sweet but super yum. Thought I could not finish it (as it was just too sweet) but..."

Kyuzizi

"Cute little cafe, worth going for the crazy milkshakes!!! Worth checking out for the instagram value haha. Quite small premises, so try to go not..."

Louise Ngaei

"Really amazing and rememberable experience here as the shakes were just amazing and something i will always remember. I paid $17.50 for the big shake..."

Fraser Lewis-Smith And Alana Ah Tani

"Good place to meet up with friends and take photos for social media posts. They have a wide selection to choose from... food and drinks! $20-$40 per..."

Annie Wilson

"A nice little gem at the heart of Dominion Road, Cereal Killa Cafe offers a nice selection of health food options. Obviously catering to millennials..."

Sylvester Kuo

"Really enjoyed our time there the food was good and filling for us. The Shakes were Devine. You need to be ready for the shakes they are intense. I..."

Peneueta Willis

"Went there for a brunch and must say the milkshakes were an absolute killer. Quick service and amazing food. The best part of the milkshakes is..."

Shihana

"My favourite milkshake place in New Zealand the milkshake don’t just look amazing but taste just as good haven’t eaten anything here so..."

Aman

"I felt like having milkshakes, so dropped by and ordered the Peanut Killa and friend ordered the Cookies n' Cream killashake from the Classics range...."

Kirsten

"First time to visit this place and can say that their indulgent shakes is a must-try. Tried the Cookies N Cream topped with whipped cream, Oreo..."

888bing888

"We had the killa shakes and though it took a while to be seated because it was so busy it was definitely worth the wait. The staff were super..."

Sheryn Walker

"Been here more than enough times to say how much I love it! Their killashakes are always on point, presentation and taste wise, as well as their..."

Juleigh Fariu Wichman Luu

"Holy moly. I walked outta this place with one cray cray sugar rush. The novelty factor here is high guys and I love me some novelty. Great..."

Bring The Hot Sauce

"Great cooked breakfast and fancy shakes. Friendly staff and plenty of carpark outside on the Main Street or the street nearby. Would prefer the..."

CrazyCatLady_EmmaC

"Never sick of this place! When I am craving for shakes, this place will definitely satisfy me :) Had a smashed avo' and Caramel Waffle shake..."

Bubbly Peanut Butter

"super yummy i recommend their salted caramel smoothie but instead of getting the peanut butter base ask for the nutella one! it will give you..."

Jessica Bishop

"The milkshakes here are awesome and so delicious. They're topped with loads of chocolate, biscuits, candy and sauce. However they are super creamy,..."

Aimee.

"For the sake of the Instagram photo, you must give Cereal Killa a try! A girlfriend & I visited the cafe a few weeks back - it was a Monday so it..."

Anabelle

"I love Cereal Killa Cafe's shakes they are fabulous I would definitely recommend this to everyone specially to kids who love sugar and sweet things..."

Olivia 😄

"tried the infamous freak shakes. walked in on a weekend and all the tables were full so we had to wait, but no big deal. i got the strawberry..."

Grace Su

"It takes a long time to get the milkshakes out but these babies are worth waiting for. The sugar laden confectionary delights really do satisfy..."

Dxlche

"So I've been meaning to do a review on this place I have been here a couple of times just been forgetting to do it.I love the environment very..."

Miracle Roi

"Heard quite a lot about their freak shakes and finally made it here on a rainy Sunday arvo. Ordered their salmon bagel and their pulled..."

Queena

"I personally think this place is over-hyped. The freakshakes are visually attractive and 'gram-worthy' however the taste of them and their food menu..."

Veronica Te

"Was so amazed by the yummy and beautiful sundaes!! Definitely a great place to go to and there was a small room for seating as well. Be warned it is..."

Cee

"finally after so long got to go here!! loooved the breakfast bun, and the milkshakes were amazing! only downfall would be the seating arrangements,..."

Ayla Jay

"Amazing shakes and great food, the slow-cooked brisket bun is an absolute winner, judging by some of the previous reviews it seems that Cereal Killa..."

Jahlal Wasul Al-din Ibrahim

"This place is great!!! The food is so yum! And the main attraction to this place, the milkshakes are so so good! Loved the Nutella one personally...."

Lana

"A bit confusing walking in whether we wait to be seated or order at counter, was not greeted when we walked in so went to order at the counter and..."

Yom

"If you're looking for jaw dropping shakes this is the place to go. Be warned they're a meal all on their own! There's always a wait for a table but..."

Nicole Fearon

"I've only been here once so I really need to come back again. We tried the cookies and cream shake and coconut and mango smoothie and they did not..."

Angela (A Style Collector)

"We waited more than 30mins for our milkshakes, but it's worth it. Recommend this place to anyone visiting Auckland. Check it out and enjoy..."

Talita Faletau

"Great milkshakes and absolutely MASSIVE!! Great food especially breaky. Love the mint choc ,strawberry diva and caramel waffle,the also have kids..."

Arkisunday

"The staff here first and foremost are amazing, we arrived there half hour before closing and was still welcomed. Of course anything sweet and..."

Debbie L2

"Amazing milkshakes - more like a cross between a sundae and a milkshake. They look and taste awesome. Definitely a place for sweet-toothes. Friend..."

Steph Korucu

"Came especially for their shakes! They're awesome. Very sweet but good! Nice modern cafe with awesome staff who have great customer service skills...."

Seamus M.

"Love this place! Staff have always been great! They have quite great healthy options too! It's so cool how they have Killa Shakes! Awesome for those..."

Leonardo Law

"Went in for the freak shakes. OMG they taste as amazing as they look!! Ordered a regular sized one for myself and a baby shake each for both of my..."

Meghan

"Amazing service. The guy who looked after us was a legend. Attentive and seemed so happy to be there. Shakes of course were incredible. Would go back..."

Hannah Wright

"The drinks are definitely the highlight of this place. A bit too sweet for my liking, but they look amazing. We got the Chocolate Nutella and a mini..."

Jess

"Cereal Killa Cafe - A simple ambience when you walk in. Blue statement wall, good choice of colour -calm blue. Sat at the table and although I like..."

Stephanie Moore

"Pretty impressive Freakshakes. Although they do take a while to be served. Worth the wait for such a piece of art haha.I would only come..."

I_like_pickles

"This is one of THE places to get freakshakes in Auckland! Chocolate, Strawberry and so many toppings.. from brownies, to candy floss and cookies!..."

Where To Next Auckland

"For a cafe I wouldn't say this is the best experience I've had. Decor is modern and has a chill kiwi vibe to it. Staff was amazingly friendly. I..."

Bryan Chan

"This place is usually busy but we were fortunate enough to arrive when another table was leaving so we didn't have to wait long. I really enjoyed the..."

Miura Elikana

"It’s been almost 5 years (!) since we’ve written a review on this place, and in between the repeated visits, this time is a little... no, a..."

Husk Creative

"Visited lunch time today. No queue! Took my 2 kids for lunch and a shake. Have to say the service was exceptionally good! I had iced coffee and..."

Fiona Thompson Finkle

"Went here early Sunday arvo and absolutely loved it. The soundtrack was phenomenal. Very groovy and fell into the cafe theme very well. The acoustics..."

Tommy Ocean

"One of my fav places to eat in Auckland. They have amazing coffee, incredible milkshakes the food is pretty damn good and the staff are always so..."

Laurienne Mitchell

"Another place that does crazy freak shakes and boy was it yummy! Had to wait ages for a table but that was alright. Small little location for the..."

Jessica

"The caramel waffle Killa Shake was incredible, so too was the smashed avocado. It took a wee while for the food to arrive but in good company it..."

Michelle

"The caramel popcorn shake is AMAZING!!! Definitely big enough and sweet enough to share. I also ordered a bacon and egg butty which was yummy but..."

Alana Geach

"Went here with a group of friends on Sunday to try their well sort after shakes. The little cafe was crammed with people so we knew we were at the..."

Alysha Bower

"Had choc mint and strawberry diva killa shakes which were $12.50 each, it's good for the price if you are sharing between 2 people. The size would..."

Joycee

"Came for the milkshakes and a light brunch on a Sunday around 11.30am. We were told it could be up to a 30 minute wait but we got a table within..."

Jenna

"■ Killa Shakes■ Friendly service■ Limited menu■ Small cafe■ Gets very busy on weekendsThis is a laate..."

FoodieOodie95

"This was our afternoon treat last week. Heard the name so much on Instagram so we decided to give it a try. Definitely worth the drive to Mt Eden...."

Gaffarsplusone

"Went here because of all the hype. Service was really good, the staff were really nice & helpful. The presentation is fabulous but the taste is..."

Evaline Shandil

"Killa shakes !! Yep totally recommend and i would definitely go back here all the time just for them :) And I recommend it to anyone who is..."

Michelle

"Arrived here with friend just after 10am on a weekday. Relatively quiet.Great atmosphere and right choice of music. Ordered acai..."

BrinkersMad

"Only tried the Nutella smoothie as its famous for its smoothie. Would definitely go back for more to try other smoothies. But it would definitely be..."

Michelle Chua

"EXCELLENT SERVICE! Diffenately would go back again to try new flavours that they'd bring out but this place is bangin! The shakes were so worth the..."

Suprema

"Was recently visiting family in Auckland and a cousin of mine recommended cereal killa cafe to me when I was looking for somewhere to have an early..."

Mark Webb

""Wow!" What can I say. I had a truly fantastic experience at Cereal Killa on the weekend. We must have arrived at the worst possible time, the cafe..."

Col Mal

"Stopped for a great lunch over Easter. Really tidy spot, clean and fun set up. Service friendly, attentive and fast. Had a healthy lunch bowl which..."

Lizzie Marsom

"Seriously loving what this place has done! They have taken global trends and brought them right back to the heart of our wee country so we can..."

Kim Thompson

"A must try! I couldn't help but want to go to this little cafe once I saw they were pumping out the monster shake trend. Two visits within three..."

Monique Porteous

"This one is a tricky one! We called and booked a table for saturday 12.15pm; arrived there early around 12.05 and we were seated quickly the place..."

Athena

"Positive vibes and positive people! Great service which makes the coffee taste even better! Honestly, the coffee and the food is second to..."

Barista Champ

"Love the coffee the staff are great. They used to have amazing french toast but they have changed their menu. Great location lots of parking...."

Shika Narayan

"Great little place for coffee and brunch. They use to have amazing French toast, it's a shame they don't anymore. But they make delicious peanut..."

Lisa Zhang

"On the menu, there were two Killa shakes but the word of mouth special was a toffee caramel popcorn shake with waffle. At $12.50 and three sticks of..."

UltimateOmNoms

"A nice and tidy little place who serve decent breakfast dishes and coffees.The service is extremely fast and the staff members a friendly..."

Aabhas Dole

"I was pretty happy with everything here. The service was good, food was delish and the caf itself is pretty hipster with a sleek interior. The range..."

Shannon T

"Taste buds went crazy over my pea and feta tartine! Finally something light, tasty, healthy and reasonably priced at $12. Pea and feta on toast,..."

Annie Jean

"I like their pancakes, their omelette and their big'un. Their French toast was awesome too if the syrup was served on the side. We tried their coffee..."

Penelope Chua

"This place is small but cosy. I ordered a omelette and my partner egg benny. It took a while to serve but they were both delicious. The price and the..."

Joanne Chiang

"I have been here once before but a couple of years ago so was keen to check it out again. The menu was good with options for everyone. I went for a..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"I came here for brunch after my friend said she loved it. I ordered a flat white which was strong and had little foam and that's..."

Aniva Huang

"My fast was defiantly broken with this delicious piece of work. The coffee was brewed to perfection, so good I finished it way too quickly and had to..."

Skye Jutivaree

"Nice little cafe on Dominion Road. They had a table for us straight away which was good. Water and menus straight away, good service. The banana..."

Tessa Hall

"Originally went here because the cafe we wanted to go to is closed on mondays. We were a bit worried about them having no space, as it's not the..."

Riddhi

"I've never written a review on a cafe but after going to Cereal Killa this morning I 100% had to write one! Came in around 11.30, so it wasn't too..."

Shajal Singh

"I have been coming here for years but hadn't been in a long time so I checked it out to see if it was still as great. We ordered the..."

Wanderlust

"FIRST IMPRESSIONS: I last came here two years ago so I was curious to see how things were - fortunately the cafe is still as bright and breezy as I..."

Andrew @anjeats

"Came here for breakfast this morning at around 11 and it was fairly packed! Had to sit on the big square communal table but it wasn't so bad. :-)..."

SS

"Cute little cafe with its own spin on traditional cafe options. Got the coconut porridge which I normally don't go for but the combination of..."

Lucyeatsakld

"Came for brunch with a friend (we are both chefs, head and sous) so naturally we are critical about everywhere we eat. Coffee was great. The barista..."

Esmee Leong

"After hearing so many good things about this cafe, we finally decided to venture out here to try it for ourselves! I ordered the eggs..."

Sheena

"When I am treating my good friends or family out for breakfast or brunch, I like to come here. Theres always something for everyone and they are..."

FoodiePhysician

"AMBIANCE: Warm and homely. Gentle lighting and not too many seats (keeps it cosy)SERVICE: Quick and friendly, meal arrived in 10m 53s. Always..."

Comestible Consultancy

"LOVE LOVE LOVE! Lovin' Cereal Killa since they first opened! I love popping in whenever I visit my mum at home! Coffees are SUPREME! (mind the pun)..."

Mandy

"Love this place the coffee is amazing, the vege breakfast is even better if only I lived closer I would be here every Sunday brunch! Cute little spot..."

Chloe-Mae

"They do a fantastic big breakfast and great coffee. New bench seats are very uncomfortable ! Staff and service are..."

Mt Eden

"Overall the food was good but there were some mixed reviews around the table. I had the crepes with maple syrup, bacon, banana and blueberries and..."

Kristy Evans

"Live just around the corner from this little cafe, and when ever I'm craving a good coffee and something sweet, well I'm here! Their berry custard..."

Bandraoi O'Sullivan

"I had heard a lot about this place from a couple of my friends so when I walked into the cafe I was expecting great things and I have to say I wasn't..."

Pooja Chandnani

"Thankyou for fixing my hangover. Coffee and delightful breakfast foods did the job. Poached eggs a little over-done though! Everything else was good,..."

Rose

"Food was great. I had 'The Big'un' - the portion size was good, could possibly have done with a bit more but I was really hungry. Service was fast..."

Sean Daniels

"Really impressed with this place!Went here for breakfast on a very busy Saturday morning but still got lovely warm service. Our coffees were..."

Mina

"We've been to Cereal Killa several times for lunch with a large group and service has been fantastic every time. The owner is very friendly and..."

Julie

"Cereal Killa is a fantastic cafe. The decor is trendy, the food really yummy, and the service warm and friendly. The coffee is delicious too!..."

Lucia Florence

"Had brunch there recentlyExcellent mince on potato rosti with poached eggBest I have hadExcellent service and set..."

Glenn Town

"Good vibe with great coffee in a bright airy environment.The downside is the tables for two are rather small and it is like eating on..."

David Boshier

"Where have I been! - This place is amazing!Food: Beautifully Presented (Egg Benedict w/salmon)Taste: Love it. Coffee: Good..."

Yusoff Kamal

"Love this little place, the food is always amazing as is the coffee. Super friendly staff who make it all that much nicer to visit. Definitely the..."

Stacey Head

"Excellent place to stumble upon. Coffee is delicious, cool but not pretentious decor, warm and inviting. A welcome addition to my..."

Carmel Rigby

"Went to Cereal Killa last Sunday for lunch. Everything was excellent - the host, the coffee and the smoked fish pie.The atmosphere was..."

Melanie

"Went there for brunch today as have heard very good things about this cafe. I had the eggs bene, YUM - fresh, free range and very prompt service. My..."

Jamie Houghton

"Wow - what a find!!! This place has it all. Finally - proper coffee that tastes amazing and fabulous food too. The menu is a refreshing change from..."

Sarah Josling

"After having heard so many good things about Cereal Killa, I finally got a chance this past weekend to see for myself if they were worth talking..."

Grace Hall

"Was craving for some pancakes and delish pancakes I got! So based on that alone, this place gets a four..."

Jessica Chen

"This is one of our favourite brunch bumpin spots. Upon resting our lazy Sunday bums I ordered the best Booster juice - beetroot, apple, carrot,..."

The Incredible Edible

"I'm always a sucker for a restaurant/cafe with a pun in the title, and Cereal Killa did not disappointMost of their offerings involve..."

Auckland Food Tours

"This place murders, strangles, annihilates & generally blows cereal out of the water. After all, who’d want cereal with options like Savoury Mince..."

Kiwi Food Wonders

"Cereal Killa is a great brunch spot along Dominion Road which is better known for its dumplings than its coffee and eggs benedict. But here at Cereal..."

Eat It Auckland

"There is a lot of hype around this place and its Freak Shakes so I felt I needed to try it. There are a good number of options to choose from...."

Michael Davidson

"I’ve always wanted to check out this trendy cafe on Dominion Road, Cereal Killa which makes the coolest milkshakes ever! We got their COOKIE DOUGH..."

Karen Wang

"That was awesome! The place is very unassuming, just squashed in next to a row of shops, and easy to miss. But what an awesome little place! They..."

Joanie Badenhorst-Awasthi

"Made a visit today after so long and I’m so glad I did. Excellent customer service, delicious coffee matched with scrumptious food. I will..."

Goss S

"Today I had a lovely breakfast at Cereal Killa Cafe I was really happy to be selected as the first person to be able to come in and try their new..."

Tori Hockley

"I've been here a couple of times now, one we had to wait for about 30 mins for a table, the other time we got a table right away as it wasn't busy...."

Giang Nguyen

"After months of following on Instagram I was able to visit this lovely cafe on a trip to Auckland. The shakes were as amazing as I imagined-..."

Rea HD

"Excellent service from the guys, food was delish, their burgers are a must, nice juicy patties!! Couldnt get to try the shakes though as i was too..."

Aleah Lutau

"Outstanding service. Friendly staff. The omelette could’ve looked nice if rolled up. And the banana can taste better if fry/grill both sides and..."

Amynot - Spotify: 不想往前

"Cafe is amazing...... No doubt, I was feeling comfortable, all services like greeting, hygiene and food are well prepared and served in time... ..."

Anchal Thakur

"Great service - friendly and accommodating. Their Freakshakes are amazing. This time we tried the Red Velvet and Chocolate Cookie. Also had Avo Smash..."

Toni Louise Darling

"Good Burger and fries! I didn’t order a Shake but they look amazing! Only downside for me was no place to sit when I went and it was only 3pm or..."

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"Amazing breakfast and coffee and a great place for the kids to enjoy shakes. Door front parking, wheelchair access and funky ambience was just..."

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"Modern and Urban deco, is between Ford Lane and Queen St, can be quite windy and cold but heater available each table, very considerate , is a place..."

Jccn Z

"Bear location and nice people. Lovely place for a glass of wine after work... very small wine selection but it’s..."

Sarah Mountford

"Very hip location hidden in a side street in Auckland. Sat down for a coffee and enjoyed it. It also looked like the place has a respectable bar and..."

Christian Kortlang

"Fantastic breakfast cafe. Great food selection. Red rabbit coffee lovely to wake up too Even a champers with breakfast if you..."

S Ralph

"A chill place to grab a coffee/tea and get some work done (rather than a regular crowded cafe). It was empty when I arrived on a Saturday afternoon,..."

Philip Bergqvist

"Cool Cafe using the old service dock, great food and coffee, but most of the Cafe is on a slope, awesome black..."

Ric Noble

"With a sign boasting the best coffee in Auckland, naturally I figured I would give this place a shot. It did well overall! I'll have to try some more..."

Brian B

"Had breakfast here before an appointment at Naveya & Sloane. Best Eggs Benedict with Bacon I have had in a long time. It wasn't busy at all - service..."

Holly M

"Cool atmosphere. Good coffee and excellent..."

Martin Rattray

"Has an interesting rustic feel to the interior design, and conveniently placed desk lamps at each table making them useful for study or work whilst..."

Daniel Ho

"Place itself is cozy, waitstaff is friendly, menu looks yummy and fairly priced. However, I wouldnt have a coffee here anymore,..."

Honza Muniz Mendes

"Rustic quirky feel. Great coffee and friendly..."

Aden Cochrane

"It's like a small (no, smaller than that!) small piece of Melbourne - get a coffee or beer with some grungy alleyway atmosphere. There's a bar or..."

Adam Knight

"The sign out the front said "best coffee in town" - they were not wrong... Tasty food and good atmosphere..."

Denis Hackney

"Great location. Coffee was decent but the bagel was pretty average. Free wifi which is a major plus..."

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