Cafe cuisine: the best places to taste it in Auckland Central

"This was the second time that I went here and I'm telling you they just keep on setting the bar high. First visit was a month ago and the taste of..."

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Jim

"I found this shop through zomato gold and I would like to go more times. The service was very good and the location of the shop is also very good...."

Xia Wu

"Busy on a Saturday but no wait for a table and food came out pretty fast. Interesting Asian inspired menu, rather than your standard cafe food. I had..."

Shannon

"Awesome, nice staff..."

Haochen.d

"Service was really good and the food came out quickly. There were 4 of us and we got 3 different dishes. The pancakes and the beef burger were really..."

Kristen

"A lovely light and airy space upstairs at Royal Oak Mall. Really friendly staff who greeted and seated us straight away. Very prompt service when we..."

Squiddy

"Very nice place, friendly staff and delicious food. The service was very fast and me and my wife have had a great experience. Definitely..."

Airton Agostinho

"Oak Eatery is a gem in the Royal Oak Mall. We were seated promptly even during their busy period. The food was amazing! Super full of flavours. The..."

J-Z-eats

"I went there for lunch yesterday，we ordered chicken taco and beef burger. I enjoyed my beef burger but didn't quite likes the egg sauce for the..."

Jenny Kan

"There’s not much in the way of shops at Royal Oak compared to the bigger malls, but then that’s part of its charm.Oak Eatery is on one of..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"It was awesome:) i had creamy mushroom, egg benedict, bulgogi burger and flat white. Burger was great with kimchi. Coffee was soft:) I love the..."

Alice In New Zealand

"Awesome brunching experience. Always packed during the weekend, with zomato gold this place is great, service is awesome and friendly. I had their..."

Joanne Chiang

"Food was ok. It was a busy Saturday lunch period, so we did waite a while before coffee and food came. Got the Mocha and it was nice and strong...."

Michelle. N

"Didn't know this was place existed but glad we found it. Chicken salad and eggs benedict were both delicious and coffee was great although best to..."

Ahmad Mustafa

"The food is very delicious ~Nice coffee and hot chocolate . This is first time to try, but I will recommend friends come here and try the food~very..."

Hedy Chen

"Lovely place! Perfect for brunch with your girlfriends or partner. Always yummy food. Been here a lot of times. Love their presentation skill also..."

Shruti Gudadhe

"Went on a Saturday morning, really busy but really friendly staff.5 star for the creamy mushroom and 4 stars for the Green Egg Benedict-bread..."

Jessie He

"Good location, staff is super friendly. The big breakfast definitely stands up to its name, with a good balance of flavours. And basically..."

Jenny Cao

"Excellent fast friendly service !! Love the ambience and vibe, big spacious cafe. Food was delicious, Mediterranean with the salad was so refreshing...."

Hina Patel

"Great atmosphere and vibe. Best matcha latte so far in Auckland! Beautiful plating, and the soba was absolutely delicious. The pancakes were not as..."

Sherp

"Coffee was great, food was very enjoyable and fresh. My partner originally got the Salmon Hash but didn’t read the menu properly and got two..."

Natiella

"This place served some awesome food! We ordered a mushroom medley and a green benedict. Love every Bite of the food , the toast come with the..."

May Hung

"It’s my second time been hereFood served real quick and tasted so yumStaffs r sup friendlyDefinitely worth the price and defo come..."

Derek Hoi

"It was a busy afternoon, but the servers were still very attentive. Our orders were taken very quickly. Had to wait a little for the food, but it was..."

Marcus Kwan

"Food: 3.5/5Service: 5/5Ambience: 5/5Cost: 4/5The staff were attentive and lovely as we arrived for a Tuesday lunch. The..."

Jen Lin

"Highly recommend 😆 Nice atmosphere with all the lovely decorations. Pancakes are fluffy with fresh fruits. Latté art is amazing! 2nd floor..."

Cindy.zhang0722

"Service was amazing!!!!!!!! Our group were not completely happy with one meal and they replaced it for free and gave us free cake! The cafe staff..."

Pip

"This is our 'go to' place while waiting for our laundry to finish every Sunday morning. Staffs are all nice and I think they really now what we..."

RD Figueroa

"Little gem hidden in the old Royal Oak centre. Great friendly service with good food. We had the salmon Benedict, green eggs Benedict and the seafood..."

Sorry_vonguenumber

"Their big breakfast is huge! Very generous portion. My partner had the seafood bisque and he enjoyed it! It was very delicate. The service was..."

Giraffe

"Very satisfying food! Loved my vegetarian meal, loved the ambiance, staff are friendly and efficient. Definitely a place to hang out for food. Their..."

Airini

"Had a really lovely lunch here with my husband. Food was fresh and delicious. I especially loved the morrocan chicken. will definitely be back again...."

Emily

"Found at the top of the mall, this cafe has a bunch of interesting fusion items on its lunch menu. I tried the Bulgogi Beef Burger, which was..."

Austin Ibarra

"Lovely local cafe!) Service was fast, food and drinks were nice. I would definitely come back again and recommend this place to my..."

Anna Matthew

"One of my favorite cafes without a doubt! Food came fast, excellent service and aesthetically pleasing food. Will keep coming back.Photos below..."

Florence Lai

"Oak Eatery is a hidden gem! The food is delicious and the service is excellent. The staff are friendly and attentive. We had the smoked salmon hash..."

Perla Hoencamp

"Cute little place in Royal Oak Mall, you wouldn't even know it was there! We arrived midweek for breakfast around 9.45am and we were hungry! I..."

Lori Joyce

"Came on Saturday breakfast. Wonderful cafe, yummy food, friendly staffs. This cafe’s also kid friendly. Highly recommend. Would come back again...."

Kevin Bui

"Lovely cafe in Royal oak mall, they have some nice looking dessert in the cabinet which i have to try at some point, their beef burger was so yummy...."

MCP

"Neat place to eat, place was tidy and parking was easy to find as it has mall parking spots. Staff were extremely friendly and the food was awesome...."

Jason Madrigal

"Lovely place in the Royal Oak Mall. The food was delicious and the service was pretty good. I didn’t give five stars because my plate had several..."

Maria Foy

"Second time to eat here. We order fried chicken salad, big breakfast, soba, avocado &egg, fried tofu and Bluberry cake. Every dish is so beautifully..."

Fiona Yao

"One of the best cafes around, a must visit specially if you’re in the area. One of the quickest services I ever had in cafe and fresh food is..."

Rocky Malhi

"Food was good, good portion, great service.Oak Big Breakfastwould prefer to have the toast served on the side rather than underneath..."

Margaret Chen

"Great service and amazing food! Had the soba noddles and tempura fry. It was super. Would be going back for it again. Also had the iced chocolate..."

A_craving_foodie

"Wide selection of cabinet food!! Staff are friendly and provided us with good service.We had the seafood bisque and oak big breakfast. Seafood..."

Denny M

"Great place, nice staff. amazing food and coffee. Has a kids play area was a plus for mums catch up. Will visit again. Love the vibe and the layout..."

Kate Wu

"Very nice food. There is Kimchi in the burger. I went to there because my friend strongly recommended it and I didn’t get disappointed. Will..."

Alice Wang

"Been here twice, we ordered Seafood bisque and Bulgogi beef burger, the taste was amazing and worth to try. I do feel this shops’ bulgogi beef..."

Cecelia

"Really good food and cabinet food, really enjoyed the visit to Oak. Advise is that it can get very busy approaching lunch on the weekend so..."

Logan Burgess

"We came here for the first time on Saturday for lunch. The staff were very friendly and we got seated straight away. The food took a while to come -..."

Komal G

"Good location and easy parking. Nice layout and kids friendly. I came with my daughter we had seafood bisque and kids menu chicken popcorn...."

Emma Zhang

"First time using Zomato Gold and this place is truly worth the wait. The food is amazing and looks like a 5 star restaurant style food. We ordered..."

MegWantsVeg

"Went here on mother day and the place is so crowded, so the services was slow but lucky they were good by giving us complimentary mother day’s..."

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"Very nice and helpful staffs around, such delicious food and coffee.. highly recommend peach ice tea with wild goji berry. Love it. Highly recommend!..."

Vicky Gao

"Such a high standard delivered here for both food and service. I got the green eggs benedict and it was very tasty, this place has a way of serving..."

Natasha Watson

"Beautiful food and great service. Salmon Benedict is my favourite so far - I love how there is salmon in the hash cakes as well. have been here twice..."

Abi Mitchell

"We loved the atmosphere and food here. The food is very different from usual cafe food.. It is delicious and everything is well cooked. Love the kids..."

Breadzania

"Lovely open space. Love to take my baby go for a brunch on the weekend, we enjoy the food and my baby has fun in the nice play area. Food comes in..."

Demi Pan

"Awesome food, great service and wonderful play area for kids to hangout while the parents enjoy their meals with peace. It the prefect..."

Winson Chee

"Love this place! It is so spacious and is a cool set out! The decor is so cute and the whole cafe is a vibe. The service is exceptional. Our meals..."

Brittany.fitzpatrick21

"Food was delicious. Could not be faulted. The waitress was very attentive, friendly and professional. Love the decor and the secluded site of this..."

Jess

"So worth it, especially with zomato gold.Eggs bene and big breakfast was perfect. Strong coffee. Delicious cheesecake, yogurt cake was also..."

GS

"Definitely deserving of its insta worthy claim. The presentation of the food was on point 🔥. The pancake tasted great, light and fluffy. I really..."

Lynn Le

"Been here with my zomato gold! Its in the mall and good environment!ordered seafood bisque and coconut pancake, both are so tasty and delicious!..."

YEe LiNg

"Nice food, good service, lovely coffee, very quiet place to talk, suit for the friends catch up. Easy to find the car parking, inside shopping mall,..."

Nichole

"Friendly service, everything came out really quickly. Food is amazing! So many flavours and quite large portions. Would highly recommend and will..."

Kate Brookes

"We came for the high rate on? Zomato, and after we dine at the cafe, we would like to give the same high? rate to the cafe! Attractive Cabin food,..."

Littlenoodley

"Went on a Saturday and it was crowded. Wait for more than 10 minutes for a table. Food took quite a long time to be served. We ordered the big..."

Annie Low

"Second time here so I think it's worth reviewing.Great coffee, delicious food, easy to find location and even greater value through zomato..."

Roderick Hadiwibowo

"Come by this place every week when I do my grocery shop and have always been curious to try - finally came here in Zomato gold. The place was so..."

Lizzie

"This little cafe resides inside one of the local malls and its just so nice. The staff/owners are also very friendly! They have both a menu..."

A.K

"I have to give this place a 5/5! It is one of the best place I've been in AucklandService 5/5 it is really good service 2 asian girls with warm..."

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"Who would have thought that the shabby old Royal Oak mall would contain a hidden gem like Oak Eatery? This cafe is a little oasis upstairs in the..."

Gourmet Vegetarians

"#zomato gold#Got the Seafood Bisque and the Big Breakfast. Both absolutely delicious. Excellent value with Zomato Gold 5/5!Worth..."

Jordan

"First visit here and loved the ambience it's very nice that they have a young child play area for mothers with bubs. Though it was a little stuffy..."

Ahfaye

"Had the iced matcha and chocolate for drinks and the big breakfast and chicken taco for brunch. The iced matcha could have a stronger matcha flavour..."

Hannah Latorre

"Such a nice cafe on the second floor of the mall. The cafe is very open, clean and has good lighting. The staff were attentive and friendly. The..."

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"Took my son there on saturday, he loved the children’s play area. Food was nice, rich with flavor. Small portion, hubby and I finished 3 main..."

Lollipuff

"The food was delicious and the service excellent. Had the green eggs benedict and bulgogi beef burger. Beef was cooked perfectly!Matcha latte..."

Tony Shi

"Nice clean interior with a kid friendly playpit. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Food was good, very busy too so can see the locals really..."

Mercy

"An open cafeteria on the second level of the Royal Oak Mall. Clean and spacious with a lovely ambience.They offer a good range of food. The..."

Lucy

"Always love coming here! Service is great, people are friendly and the menu has the perfect amount of options and variety.The popcorn..."

Ana

"I liked it! Went there for my birthday brunch. Clean and neat layout in the suburb of Royal Oak. The options were quite a mix, ranging from Korean..."

Ellie Siu

"Have visited this place for a few times now, and had a great experience every time! Food and coffee here are always good and their staff are so..."

CHIFAN.EATS

"Have been a frequent attender of this cafe since it has opened. The cabinet selection is good, I have enjoyed the carrot loaf (best value for..."

Matt L

"Oak eatery was a pleasant discovery for us, conveniently located near Royal Oak Pak n save which we visit often. We found out about Oak eatery..."

Wesley Ong

"We went to Oak because it was on Zomato Gold, but oh my goodness I am so glad we did. The service was so kind and lovely, the food was DELICIOUS (and..."

Kellie Ngaire

"One of the best brunch meals I have had in awhile. The service was so pleasant and atomsphere was bright and clean. When paying they really valued..."

Food2belly

"Excellent place to hang out especially with young kids. Coffee to die for in my opinion and excellent delicious food. Friendly and welcoming service..."

Denise

"Man such an awesome place for breakfast. The food is amazing and the burger is awesome. The Pan cakes .... man really good. What also made this..."

Peace

"Always welcomed with a smile , staff are amazing, if you are after a good sound coffee And a wonderful dessert look no further. Give it a go..."

Gavin Patrick Ryan

"I feel like the sauce for coconut pancake is a bit too sweet. Umm maybe I just don’t like those sweet sauce🤣 but cheese cake is really good...."

Georgina Wang

"Family friendly, great parking and delicious food! It’s a bit hidden away in an old school mall but this place is always packed on weekend and..."

Aleisha T

"Really unexpected to find a modern and nice cafe inside this old mall. Great spacious cafe, family friendly with a nice kids play area. Food was..."

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"Delicious Food! Friendly waitress and great service! a must try cafe here at royal oak mall.Ordered a big breakfast on their menu and it's..."

Steven

"Awesome cafe serving Asian fusion dishes. I absolutely loved the fried kimchi in my beef burger, and I will certainly be back to try the other..."

Ming Shi

"Came here for brunch and was impressed.Menu is different and not just your standard brunch items you see these days. Food is..."

Prashant Datt

"Loved loved loved the food here! Not only was the service quick, but the ambience was super cute at the top of royal oak mall and the food was yummy...."

Persian Foodie

"My partner and I come here at least once a week, often twice+. It’s consistently good, fast service, friendly staff. We think they make the best..."

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"Delicious food here! Staff are also lovely. Was not disappointed when we came. But the location is a bit funny (inside a mall) - definitely think the..."

Saasha

"How did I miss this space! Never thought there was a nice cafe there. Really LOVE the decorations, so clean and cool!! The bonus for parents is play..."

Tanz

"My partner and I came here for big brunch on Saturday morning and we found that it's a very popular cafe. We ordered ice coffee, salmon, coconut..."

I'm A Foodie

"Visited for the first time after seeing it had the Zomato Gold experience. Friendly and attentive staff with excellent customer service. Atmosphere..."

Angel Guan

"A gem in royal oak mall!!!. Highly recommend the smoked salmon Benedict, I love the sauce and the decoration. My cappuccino was done just perfect by..."

Tom Lê

"Staff/service: 4/5Venue: 4/5Price/portion: 4/5Very child friendly place as there’s an enclosed corner for the children to play..."

SM

"Nice spot given it’s in a mall that’s quite old. Salmon hash is what I always get with a berry smoothie. Although I do wish they served salmon on..."

J Eats

"Love the place! Its tucked away upstairs of royal oak mall, it had its own private area. The coconut pancakes were good. I liked that they put the..."

Margarita Ramos

"Here is a lot of Asian style menu like a Soba noodle, Korean chiken, Bulgogi beef burger, etc.They are very unique menu. It's not easy to find..."

J

"Fantastic food. Amazing lattes, loved the turmeric and ginger one. Beautifully plated and scrumptious. Creative dishes and well put together. Will..."

Jenny Sheng

"Lovely spot for brunch! Situated upstairs the spot is bright and open and really welcoming. Great meal here, loved their take on hollandaise sauce...."

Holly93

"A place with friendly and lovely staffs 😊/ nice latte art☕️/ perfect green eggs bene 🍳 and fried chicken taco 🌮 this is definitely a..."

Cynye Chan

"I am always a fans of oak eatery, not only their food is amazing , we also love there is a play area for kids which makes going out for lunch so much..."

LLK

"The cafe is clean and they have an interesting menu. Very nice and full of flavour. The salad is delicious. Love the art on the coffee. They have..."

J Delicieux

"Really enjoyed our brunch! The coconut pancakes were fresh and loaded with an array of fresh fruits. Coffee was very well made and everything was..."

Ruby Jang

"Came for lunch and ordered too much as always. Zomato gold gave a good discount. We walked away satisfied and content. Cafe is on second floor inside..."

Darren Big Belly

"Beautiful spacious cafe located inside the Royal Oak mall. We ventured out here through zomato gold and were treated to a very friendly welcome...."

Jenny Da

"Went for lunch and thoroughly enjoyed our meal!! Service was quick and friendly and the food was delicious. We ordered a chicken taco and salmon..."

Peiky

"Tried this place for the first time very recently. I ordered the Smashed Avo with Edamame and it was amazing! The people I was with were also very..."

Hriday Shah

"GOOD FOODGREAT EXPERIENCEKID FRIENDLY!MY LITTLE SON LOVE THE PLAYGROUND😀😀😀😀😀Tried their soba today, good..."

Alice

"We just recently moved to Royal Oak and we wanted to check our neighborhood esp. the food.And I found this nice Cafe.I loved their food and..."

Leia

"Very polite people and the foods are excellent! Must try the strawberry yoghurt cake!!! The price is very affordable and I would love to visit this..."

Chung May

"Tried this place in the weekend for lunch and really enjoyed it. It was clean and spacious with a secure play area for the little ones. Food was..."

JenniferJ

"This place well deserve their high rating! The customer service there was outstanding, we were always greeted with a big smile, and staffs were very..."

Uyen Ngo

"The place was very clean, staffs cere very friendly and the food had not only good presentation and tastes good as well. High rating well deserved...."

FANSJ EMILY

"It’s always pleasant to visit oak eatery. They are child friendly as it is possibly only one of the few cafe that has a dedicated toddler play..."

Crystal Chan

"Friendly service with a genuine smile. The service was fast at 230pm, lovely, clean, light and open and relaxing ambience. Our food was fresh and..."

Miriama Saseve

"So impressed by the food here! The green eggs Benedict with halloumi was so good and the veges tasted amazing. Such new, fresh flavours. Eggs bene..."

Angelique Dale

"Good food and really polite and friendly staff. We loved that the chicken taco used chicken thigh meat, as it should be, so that the meat remained..."

Saphic Chan

"Had the bulgogi burger. Definitely not flavours I’ve ever had before! There was sweet and sour and salty and everything was well balanced. There..."

#fatlyfe

"Ordered the Green eggs bene with haloumi & roasted vegetables without the rye bread. Absolutely delicious. Will definitely return to try more dishes...."

Nicola

"It's our first time trying out the Zomato Gold. We picked Oak Eatery for its high rating of 4.5/5. I had the Moroccan chicken karaage salad. The..."

STRADS

"First time visit to this cafe, very nice ambience here. Although family friendly we don't feel disturbed by any noise etc. There is a designated play..."

Emmalyn

"What a good experience lunching at this cafe. Great coffee and great food and service. Didn't know this place was this good. Yum. Lovely cakes in..."

J L

"Delicious food, kids friendly environment it has a play ground inside the cafe, great services, drinks taste wonderful. 5 star for everything. This..."

Selina

"Cute, friendly, tasty and bright!An interesting placement for such a unique cafe, but it’s so fun! We sat right on the edge of the mezzanine..."

Jess Grant

"Fabulous smoothies here at the Oak and Eatery. I loved how bright and vibrant the smoothies look and they the mixes were fresh and..."

Medium_Rare

"Came in and tried the coconut pancakes with a friend of mine - and they were absolutely divine! The varied fruits on the side were so fresh and the..."

Ella

"A little cafe hidden away inside Royal Oak mall that’s definitely worth the venture for.Service: 9/10We were welcomed by the staff..."

Grace Huang

"This place is so good and you would never expect it from its location. I'm a foodie and have lived in the Royal Oak area for the last 15 years. So..."

Clare Shin

"Oh I love these people so much! Our most recent visit had us ordering a berry smoothie, latte, coconut pancakes and big breakfast. The smoothie was..."

Liz Scott

"My new favourite cafe! The food is beautifully presented and delicious! Service is great too. What a neat place to have in the shopping..."

Claire L

"fridenly service, good food and good coffee. A bit hard to find but it worth the trip. Located on second floor of royal oak shopping mall. Ask for..."

Josh

"Coconut pancakes were wow!! Never had anything like it before with a bundle of fresh fruits, loved every bite of it. The mocha was amazing, a real..."

Aanchal Manchanda

"One of the best cafes I have been to. If you ask me where the best place to go in New Zealand is, I would say here which is a hidden place. Awesome..."

Kelly 😋

"Really love this place and the service they provide. Nice cosy place to have some coffee and let the kids play. Definitely worth a five star..."

Thehonestone

"after over an hour of driving around town in search of a decent slice of cheesecake (i felt like i was starring in ‘mission impossible’) zomato..."

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"Nice place . In second floor royal oak mall. Lots of parking. Must try their smoothies and bagel . Service good staff very welcome .one more thing to..."

Cindy Chu

"Love this place especially their coconut pancakes! Great little spot for kids to run around while you eat and customer service is very fast and..."

Finemoka Fale

"Ordered omellete with champagne ham and cuppa of cappuccino. It was great and my boy enjoyed the lunch there. They have got a small play area for..."

Adelia Soe

"Awesome cafe, loved the food and good customer service thank you Oak eatery for an awesome breakfast 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🤗 highly recommended,..."

Retta

"Very family friendly and the food is delicious. The staff are very accommodating. Have been here for brunches and lunches. Their raw desserts are..."

S & F And Baby

"Nice cafe with a small kids area and rooms for strollers to move around. Also a room available for meeting. Food and coffee are nice. Upstairs above..."

CrazyCatLady_EmmaC

"Came here for brunch because i’ve heard good stuff about it and it did not disappoint. Ordered the Ugly bagel with haloumi and pancakes also. The..."

Apriil

"4.5/5 Taste5/5 Display 4/5 Quantity 4.5/5 Customer Service Amazing Cafe in Royal Oak MallBeautiful atmosphere,..."

곰정안

"Come here quite often on the weekends for brunch, this place can get quite busy so there can sometimes be quite a wait. There was recently a price..."

Arlette Goldsbury

"A hidden gem in Royal Oak Mall! Food taste as good as it looks on the plate, workers are lovely. Cannot wait to go back. Also, the ginger latte here..."

Vaimoana Tevi

"Had takeaway coffee from here 4/5 and staff very friendly. Didn’t eat anything although cabinet food looked appealing! Will return one day!..."

Beccs

"Loved this cafe. We enjoyed our meals. The chicken burger was super yum - the Korean sauce was superb. The eggs Benedict had radishes which added a..."

Zeri Yulo-Ong

"Went here on a Wednesday morning for some breakfast with my partner. This cafe is located on the second floor of Royal Oak mall. When I found out..."

JC

"Really enjoyed Oak Eatery's Vegetarian Chipotle Eggs Benedict breakfast - A great twist on the kiwi favorite that opted for grilled haloumi, toasted..."

Ben Jammin

"Great food, great service. Love the open space upstairs at Royal Oak Mall. Ankle biters welcome with a secure play pen on the side, while parents can..."

Marmite_ninja

"Wonderful food... I chose the coconut pancakes with fruit and honey ($17.50) and the purple smoothie with blueberries, yoghurt and honey ($8.50) and..."

Rita Ribeiro

"You wouldn’t expect to find a cafe that is beautifully decorated with delicious food and friendly staff in the slightly run down Royal Oak Mall. It..."

Jennykakariki

"Situated on the top floor of Royal Oak Mall is Oak Eatery. The dining space is very spacious and they even have a small function room for private..."

I_like_pickles

"Came here in the morning for brunch. The cafe is open plan and pretty spacious, occupying a corner of the upper level inside Royal Oak mall. I..."

Dxlche

"Great place for breakfast. Food was too good. We ordered omelet and eggs Benedict. Both were yummy. Full of flavours. Ambiance were very elegant as..."

Suchandra Saha

"Um delicious. Unexpected to find a place this nice in a mall. I had the omelette which is incredible. My friend had the coconut pancakes which were..."

Jasveen Kaur

"Service was amazing, staff were very friendly and super on to it. The decor was real nice, though it did feel a little weird being in a mall with a..."

Olivia Lee

"I got the chicken burger which was really filling and had a nice flavour. Really good portion size too! I also got a chai latte which was very tasty...."

Marina :)

"The coffee was great - they roast their own beans. The food portion were generous. We got the salmon hash and the basil, pesto, tomato bagel. The..."

Bettina Tran

"a little favourite for both my partner and I. we are regulars here when we cant decide where to go we always know that the service we recieve is..."

Chris Gorringe

"My pork belly with gochujang was cooked perfectly, nice balance between sweet, spicy and savoury. Mum ordered the risotto and was a bit watery for..."

Elisa

"This place so far has been the best mall cafe I’ve been too! Usually mall cafes are too loud and busy but this place was just right! Food and..."

Harry Kumar

"Awesome experience, the food was really good. The food took time to get to out table. However it was totally worth the wait. I had the coconut..."

Sid

"I had the raw raspberry coconut cake. It was dairy free and gluten free. $8 quite pricey. Really nice cake but I couldn’t finish it! It was rich to..."

Hangry Angee

"We went here after a recommendation from a friend and it did not disappoint. Really good coffee. We had the spicy chicken burger and the beef bulgogi..."

Erin Jay

"I’m an extremely fussy eater - but I have just found the BEST cafe in Auckland!! Amazing food, amazing service.. will be back many time!! This is..."

Donna Symmonds

"This place is super cute - I love the airy/sunny feeling. This is located on the mezzanine level of the Royal Oak mall. Cabinet food -..."

TMJ L

"I had the Bulgogi Beef Burger, my daughter had the kids pancake and my fiancé had the Red Wine Marinated Pork Belly - my food wasn't so great but my..."

Sophia Bouladam

"Royal Oak mall is the mall time forgot but Oak breathes new life into the place and is a must eat!! We were greeted by friendly and attentive staff..."

Steph

"Went here for brunch. Lovely atmosphere and very open and spacious. The service was very friendly and prompt! Food was beautifully presented and the..."

Patrick Siose Pereira

"Love the cakes! Such an amazing range. Everything has such a different taste and something to suit everyone. Great coffee here too, really enjoyed a..."

Rowan Rebecca

"Went to the new Oak Eatery in Royal Oak today. Ordered the coconut pancakes and a mocha, coffee was great! comes with 2x marshmallows for you..."

Jeanette Low

"The location of this cafe is on the second level of Royal Oak Mall, which in my opinion makes it hard for visitors to chance upon unless they were..."

Nicole Dionne

"So refreshing to see an eatery like this in Royal Oak mall. The place needs a bit of a lift! Oak Eatery has a really clean and fresh look and..."

Thabitha Singh

" New eatery at royal oak! Really love the setting of this place, the lighting and furnishing is beautifully done, what's even better is a place for..."

Tt_akl

"Great place offering a variety of dishes for all dietary requirements.Initially I was surprised about the location of such a great little..."

Lukas Montecristo

"A breath of fresh air for Royal Oak mall. We had breakfast here this morning before doing the weekly grocery shop. The decor is fresh and modern and..."

Julia Louise

"Amazing! Fresh, delicious food and flavours, delicious cabinet food (raw cakes are a must!) and excellent service. We were thoroughly..."

Emily

"This new eatery has taken Royal Oak mall to a whole new level! Packed with families, couples and small groups the café was buzzing on a Sunday...."

HJ

"Lovely food and such a transformation for the upstairs of Royal Oak mall. Very friendly to the kids too. The portion is quite big though. I had the..."

Piyopiyopen

"Great array of counter food, lovely coffee. Brunch off the menus was really good and staff were fab! Nice space, large clean and airy. Fun to look..."

Anna

"Simple looking menu but unexpected flavors! The chicken brioche sandwich & raw raspberry coconut slice is good..it was a tea time splurge but I..."

Ms. Piggy Loves Food

"Got the good old poached eggs on toast, one of them was overcooked, and the other was cooked to perfection! Loved the hashbrowns and bacon! They were..."

Chuchueats

"Came on a not so busy day (I've walked past on the weekend and it was packed!). Nice spot and pretty pleased with the food. Not sure I'm in..."

Crunch33jay

"Just what Royal Oak needed, really. Oak Eatery just opened a few weeks ago, I popped in for coffee a handful of times over the past week..."

Anna Molly

"Me and my grandma went here for lunch, she said she loved the food and it was so delicious. She really enjoyed their chips as well, it was her..."

Rosa

"Oak Eatery is located upstairs within the Royal Oak Shopping Mall so a great place to visit before visiting the supermarket or local shops. There is..."

Donna McConnell

"great coffee shop, food always really good, good quality and presentation, have a little kid play grounds and a lot space for a group of people,..."

Yoyito

"Through a number of owners & Covid fortunately the food has remained Interesting & of high standard & the service has remained very pleasant....."

Karen Tregoweth

"Such a good experience! Staff were very friendly and lovely! There was abit of wait on food but cafe was packed out which is definitely a good sign...."

Maria Ahm

"Like the fact they got a play area for the kids. Ample of room for a wheel chair or baby buggy! Can use the lift or take the stairs. Ordered a..."

Inaisa

"A cozy open spot at Royal Oak. Had a delicious flat white with coffee art of a swan. Nice open top area and was relatively..."

Ju W

"Been looking for a regular breakfast spot close by to where I live currently. Ordered the smashed avo on toast with added oak smoked salmon and an..."

Rinaldo

"Bright & airy atmosphere, spacious cafe with friendly staff. Good standard fare for cabinet food and interesting twists to the menu meals. Ordered..."

Jules Whiteman

"Very comfy dining environment! Friendly boss and staffs. Excellent food quality and TOP customer service! One of hidden gem in Royal Oak. Highly..."

haiming zhu

"Great atmosphere, super good tumeric latte. If it doesn't leave your tongue and teeth looking yellow, is it even a tumeric latte? I forgot what I had..."

Jordan Winiata

"A small gem in the Mall. Second floor,good atmosphere with small play area for little one. Enjoyable dishes and coffee. Not much to choose from the ..."

TheNZLILY

"Compared to what this place was before this has exceeded my expectations. The setting was a lot more welcoming, a lot more relaxed. Food and coffee..."

Celia Chan

"Nice ambiance and tasty food. Quantity is a bit small, price is on the pricier side. Their spinach hollandaise sauce on the poached eggs was very..."

Wilson Shum

"A great cafe tucked in central Royal Oak. I have been here a few times and they always serve up delicious food and good coffee. Highly recommended if..."

Jerry Wong

"Another urban list recommendation which made it an excellent experience for a Saturday brunch. Uniquely located on the mezzanine floor of the royal..."

Toko Ngakiau

"Great service and really good food. Amazing coffee (best coffee ever) and lovely staff. The presentation is beautiful and delicious ! We will be..."

Kelly Ko

Kaiaroha Vegan Cafe And Deli

Wheelchair Accessible

"Amazing for a vegan cafe. The food selection is really nice. Drinks are quite pricey though. Same with cabinet good. It is really tasty, but the..."

Sophia Ignateva

"For a special occasion I organized a party for my wife, I wanted for her a unique evening with all our closest friends, vegan and non vegan...."

Gxvigo

"Amazing cozy friendly placeBeautiful foodSad it’s now too far for me but still I try to make it at least once a week..."

Ana Uak

"Been here now several times. Food is always fresh and really tasty. My non-vegan husband swears by their sausage rolls. Had the Sunday roast for 2..."

Darrel Schreyer

"Had BBQ jackfruit ribs for lunch, which were amazing - the portion was huge, and I would have needed hollow legs to finish. Lovely staff, good range..."

James Wheable

"Really yummy, everything they prepare. The neatballs, the curry, everything. The problem is the service. Even though they are friendly, every time I..."

Misha Gildenberger

"I love their delicious nut cheeses. I always grab one. They have a great range of vegan items with many that are also gluten free. Great vibe and..."

Holly Roberts

"I had an amazing experience at Kaiaroha cafe! I had the salmon look alike bagel which was the best bagel I have ever had! The carrot was tasty and..."

Anna Maria Stringfellow

"Big Thank You for the amazing 40th Birthday Party, The most beautiful vegan food, generosity, and kindness. Everyone was so happy and full of most..."

Maya Light

"Ever since we have decided to turn plant based we have tried out sooo many vegan restaurants and eateries but this one by far outdoes the rest ! The..."

Sarah Denise

"I don’t usually opt for vegan food but this place looked peaceful and inviting compared to the bustling cafes in the area. The food looked really..."

Marnelli

"Went here and had amazing vegan deli/cafe style food for breakfast. Reasonably priced and you can tell it's homemade and not mass brought off..."

Natasha Josephine

"The food was delicious with lots of selection and generous portion sizes, lovely environment and great service. Will definitely come back :)..."

Sophiehuthnance

"Had a coffee at this place and it was amazing, vegan or not people should try their incredible coffees. And everyone is so nice! I really need to try..."

I'mhungry

"Vegan comfort food at its finest. Truly inventive cooking and always delicious from the generous Sunday platters to the cabinet food. We have been..."

Judith Wilson

"It is criminal that Kaiaroha has such a low rating on Zomato due to one unhappy customer- please do not let this deter you as you would be missing..."

Hannah P.

"Just visited the new Parnell site. Amazing food, good portions & reasonable pricing. Ordered one Mexican special; spinach & cashew cheese quiche; a..."

Carol

"We have been here a few times before and always enjoyed getting the breakfast platter and some sides. Since the last time we went it looks like they..."

Brandon Lerch

"I had breakfast at Kaiaroha in Parnell and was excited and intrigued by the eye catching food options in the cabinet and that the cafe was vegan. ..."

Taylar W

"🌱 Vegan review Absolutely loved this place. Unmatched selection of both cabinet food and menu items. I cannot believe I haven't found this place..."

Margarita Khabitueva

"A great spot with friendly staff and an excellent selection of food. I even grabbed some tinned banana blossom on my last visit and tried some..."

Laurianne English

"Vegan food you cannot beat. I cannot wait to come back! The buddha bowl is a must-try. Delicious food and awesome coffee located just a quick stroll..."

Jesse

"Nice vegan cafe in the heart of Parnell. The staff is very friendly and it seems more like a family owned business. They have a huuuge selection of..."

Paulina

"Big Thank You for the amazing 40th Birthday Party, The most beautiful vegan food, generosity, and kindness. Everyone was so happy and full of most..."

Maya Light

"Great vegan cafe - come here a few times a month so that I can get around the frequently rotating menu. Always a hard choice deciding what delicious..."

Jenna Edward

"The BEST Vegan breakfast in town!! We were highly impressed with the food that we were served. The eggs sealed the deal!! It was great value for..."

Alan Nanson

"Luscious vegan food that you’ll be able to persuade even the most fervent meat-eater with. Everything, from the fruit-infused water down to the..."

Ashlee Adams

Barista Cats Cafe

"Cute sleepy funny cats! Drinks and food were average. Friendly good service, explaining the rules nicely and promptly at the beginning of the 1hr..."

Adrianna

"I definitely enjoyed my time here. The staff were nice and welcoming. The cats were friendly and playful. A definite plus for me was that the cats..."

Breena Reubee Estillore

"This place is amazing. I went sometime last week, and it now is one of my favourite places despite having gone only once.Now, I didn't order..."

Lydia Liu

"I’ve only been to the BaristaCats Cafe once but it was a wonderful experience. The customer services were great and they were all very kind and..."

Neisha Jack

"Been there twice. Cars are lovely and coffee is nice. It's nice to go there and relax. Location is convenient and easy to find. Would definitely..."

Serena L

"Came here this afternoon with grab1 voucher :) it’s a purrrfect sweet little cafe! Absolutely enjoyed the atmosphere and loved these little furry..."

Min Min

"Visited this cafe a few times. It's $15 to enter, and hosts a large assortment of cats, of varying degrees of affectionate. The food is a little..."

Jasmine

"Lovely place, the kitties are super cute and playful... the staff is friendly and the coffees and Teas are so delicious ☺️It's a second home..."

Eva

"Came here on a Tuesday as they have 2 for $20 Tuesday's special, which includes 1 hour for 2 pax and 2 drinks. Booking online was fuss-free and you..."

Y Anne

"Probably the most coolest cafe in Auckland. The team at the cafe were super friendly and didn't mind me staying there longer than time I paid for. I..."

Mujtaba Ahadi

"Meet the Super Kittizens of the Super Kitty!I really enjoyed my time at Baristacats! I will definitely come back again and next time I'll..."

Eaterholic

"Incredible atmosphere, incredible food on offer, and very loveable company. 10/10 would recommend this place especially for when you're feeling a bit..."

Radhika Lodhia

"Visited before Christmas and had a great time, the cats were still very active and playful at 5:00pm after a busy day. Lots of toys to help you..."

Emma W

"This place is wonderful. The staff are very friendly and the cats are super adorable and have the best names like Mango and Golden Homie XD We were..."

Sarah Jack

"The cats are super cute and fun! There are lots of toys around for you to interact with the cats. The staff are very friendly and helpful with the..."

Charlotte

"A magical kitty space, with great staff and good coffee. There, you can meet many adorable cats that are quirky and friendly (and also with a sense..."

Max Will

"Perfect place for cat lovers. I love how the animals are treated. My husband also loves this place very much. Friendly staff and ADORABLE cats! You..."

Galaxy Irbis

"They have more than a dozen cats living here! They're all adorable and some of them have been through a rough life but that hasn't stopped them from..."

Jesse

"I really liked their concept which helping poor cats to let them stay in peaceful place. Cafe's staffs were friendly and nice, introduced their cats..."

양시언

"What a great cafe! Lots of sweet cats. A few have particularities so be sure to listen to how one should interact with some of them. The best time to..."

Michelle T

"CATS! No but really, this is one of the best places in the city. Warm and quiet, with great coffee and a large selection of snacks (including vegan..."

Sarah Walker

"This cat cafe has over ten sweet cats, with a few disabled ones and former stray cats. Some of the cats are very young and playful, whereas some are..."

Paulina

"This amazing space right in the heart of the city is unreal! I’ve been considering going there for a while now & finally managed to squeeze some..."

Supriti Singh

"It's a cafe filled with cats; what more is there to say? You'll become acquainted with furry favorites including Wednesday, Woody, and Barry. You'll..."

Jordan Ross

"A smorgasbord of kitties! I had an awesome time at BaristaCats during my visit in Auckland. I went in the latter part of the day but the kitties..."

Tamara Findlay

"Around 10$ pp for 30 or 45 mins with the cats. The staff were very friendly and the cats were plentiful and placid. My gf and I loved this and it's a..."

Thomas Hulme

"I love coming here. The cats make lovely company and the place feels so cozy, great for anyone who can't have pets or is a cat lover! the cats have..."

Jasmin Bull

"My favourite cat café! Lovey rescue cats that are well looked after. Great relaxed atmosphere and super friendly..."

Frida Israelsson

"A lovely relaxing environment and it is obvious to see the cats are very well looked after! Was a bit difficult to find up the alley but apart from..."

Samantha Woodward

"Cosy place with friendly staff and a comfy atmosphere. Cats are gorgeous of course and they clearly rule the place. Recommended for cat lovers xxx..."

Dita X

"Very Nice place to see cute cats , however a little hard to hard to find the..."

Bruce young

"An amazing hidden gem off Queens St. The cats make great companionship and staff really understand each of their..."

The Phoniex666

Winona Forever

85/100 (2343 ratings)

None. The coffee is average. Service is great. Eggs is horrible and takes ages. Worst scrambled eggs I ever had. Toast is very very dry. Beans is beans taste horrible too. Takes ages to wait. No worth visiting at all

Wheelchair Accessible

"Having a coffee seems to be that quintessential Kiwi thing to do, especially when you want to catch up with a friend or make one. Good coffee is..."

Elaine Yeoh

"Winona Forever is the place that constantly has lines outside the door on the weekends, and, this is for good reason! I came here recently after a..."

Matchstick Reviews

"I love the food at this place. The menu and the cabinet selection is great. The only thing that is a downfall sometimes is the coffee. Despite that,..."

Sophia Ignateva

"One of my favourite cafes in Parnell. It's quite popular and hard to get a table if you come on a weekend after 11am as it gets quite crowded. Food..."

Auds

"Really nice location, decor and presentation of food is really nice! I’ve been a few times and really liked it however I wasn’t the biggest fan..."

Reema Singh

"This cafe is in a very good location. Walking in the cabinet was jaw dropping and very aesthetic to the eye. Ordered the Eton rifle part 5 and it was..."

Ivy

"Perfect place to get breakfast or brunch! Or even just chill. Beside the crowd everything is good here, all the platting is beautiful here. The taste..."

Antonia Jopoetro

"A cute little cafe in Parnell - they served a mean creamy mushroom and fried chicken! the fried chicken comes in generous portion but I wish there..."

MCP

"What a lovely place to enjoy a slice of amazing cake (they have a huge variety of cakes, tarts, pastries, cookies etc) and an amazing cup of..."

YumTum

"Friendly staffs, visually pleasing dessert display + delicious meals (the softshell crab omelet is quite different and yymmy). All the visits to this..."

Erica Seo

"Good place to hang out with..."

W

"Eggs Benedict with Bacon ($21.50)Banana cake ($7.50)Cream donut..."

Esther Jeon

"LOVE this place. Their food and coffee looks and tastes amazing as does their absolutely epic cabinet foodThey do get busy, so sometimes you..."

Chan Can Eat

"I came here once for the French toast awhile back with my friends and I didn’t really like it because it was so sweet. I figured I’ll give Winona..."

Sharon Louie

"I would have given this place 5 stars, except for the fact that it is a. pricey for what it is, and b. almost always crowded.The food is visually..."

Saskia Halleen

"We ordered big breakfast and soft shell crab omelet. The Galbi pork was tender and tasty. The bok choi was not clean enough to be eaten. Besides, all..."

Carol W.

"The food was great and desserts have a huge variety. We ordered the salmon, pork Benedict which were delicious. However, they are a bit on the pricey..."

Charis Yang

"We came here as a group, and we basically all got the big breakfast! Wow, super generous portions of pork belly, very delicious and slow-cooked...."

Brandon Huang

"We went to this place for breakfast, one cold, rainy morning this May, while on our vacation. We ordered the Softshell crab Omelette, the big..."

Divya Iyer

"They're food is done well with a hint of differenceTheir eggs had a touch of chilli with shrimp. This place is always packed so be prepared to..."

Sophie Wang

"This cafe is definitely on my A-List!Talk about food styling this is the one to go to!But not just that the food and portioning is a..."

Leia

"I have been to a few cafes in Parnell but this one is amazing. Thinking of a cafe to bring an oversea friend for brunch, and was recommended to come..."

Foodhunta

"The food here is stunning and so tasty too. Most of their dishes are worthy of a photo and taste just as good. The portion sizes are very generous..."

Deborahruttenberg

"A chic cafe located at the bottom of Parnell towards the city. Lovely ambience with beautiful interior, massive seating areas.Nice and..."

Lucy

"A menu with a twist. I enjoyed the Eggs Benedict with prawns. The brioche toast with it was a bit dry though and my poached eggs overdone. I’d..."

Cushla Foley

"Came into Winona Forever for lunch and once we walked in we were standing for around 7 minutes until we finally had to call a waiter and get a table...."

Karina

"It’s a quite busy cafe, nice ambience and lots of cabinet foods to choose. Their doughnuts are my favorite. Food has beautiful presentation but..."

Xin Ma

"A place deserving of its reputation!Their shared seating concept is great and actually lead to some great conservation.Great food,..."

Mashed_Potato

"AMAZING! Second time dining here and it’s still amazing. Food was tasty and came pretty quick despite how busy it was. The only thing is that it..."

JJ

"Great spot for a weekend breakfast and catch up with friends. The pork belly eggs Benedict is the best Benedict I've ever had. Great vibe and staff..."

Elon Solomona

"Very polite staff members! They were so busy the weekend we booked a table but the waitresses were very on to it, we always had water and they made..."

Lainy Sealesford

"I visited this cafe last Saturday. It is a quiet busy cafe. The service is nice and staff there are helpful. I ordered a french toast. the..."

Chifan Chifan

"Very busy cafe! I dined in yesterday at around 12:30pm and all the tables were basically taken. They were very quick to take our orders and to bring..."

Paige Leota

"Great food and great atmosphere!A must-try brunch place in Auckland. They serve a wide-range of dishes. I tried the eggs benedict with..."

Jacynda Darmawan

"I’m sure everyone has already been here, but I have to say it’s probably one of the most instagrammable cafes in Auckland. The Anzac granola is..."

Jenny @ga.eats

"Pretty nice place. Food was tasty both times I went there. I also tried their coffee and it was ok, nothing special but nothing wrong with it either...."

Criss Koc

"Been here for many times, as always wonderful foods kinder staffs , in weekend hard to get table super busy , but when you eat amazing brunch I will..."

Eliza

"One of my favourite cafe in Auckland. They are really busy during brunch time, may need to wait a bit for a free table. But definitely worth..."

Rita Ge

"Amazing french toast every time. Winona Forever is definitely my favourite brunch place. I always take friends here!! It does not disappoint. Food is..."

Randy

"Very good service. The food came a little bit late but it was worth the wait. We got the ANZAC granola, the Eton Rifle Pavlovaa and the buckwheat..."

Timah

"Been here a handful of times and food is always great. Would recommend going on a weekday as weekends get super busy. Service by staff is great and..."

Sunaina Goundar

"We arrived at a good time since we were able to get a table as soon as we arrived. After looking at the menu for a minute the place was full. We were..."

Benedict Uy

"Really nice place, with great ambience but pretty expensive and it can get quiet busy so wait can be long, had to wait about 15+ minutes. Otherwise..."

Navya Misra

"Must try brunch spot! Great coffee, and the prawn Benedict cannot be missed. Fast service, even though there is always a queue for a table! Delish..."

Bayley

"I reckon this place is among my favourite cafes in Auckland. There was a reasonable wait for the food to be served but it was worth it. The French..."

Hank Wang

"Amazing food,many choices,very busy cafe.The salmon bene that I had was amazing!! Totally different from the other place.It's very original..."

Yuki

"A busy little place so very loud and bustling with activity. The food was pretty good. I had the pork belly bene and the serving was generous. The..."

Bex Ellis

"Went there with 6 friends, this place is always busy, my friends felt the food and presentation is not that good as before. Myself quite like the..."

Helen Tsu

"As a man who is partial to pancakes, I thoroughly enjoyed Winona.I was skeptical when the menu stated "hotcake" as opposed to the plural..."

Pucarino

"Heard so much about this place, it was our first visit last Sunday. Love the ambience and the quirky food menu. The presentation is great and very..."

Evelyn Chen

"This place does not need another raving review but still “we should all give credit where credit is due” so here I am giving this place a Five..."

Charissa

"I love the ambience. The glass let's a lot of sun into the hall. The food are all so pretty and very generous in portions. We ordered fish and chip,..."

Dennis Kee

"When I think of brunch, I think of Winona Forever. Winona Forever is famous for being one of the best cafes in Auckland. Even on a weekday, it is..."

Grace Huang

"Winona Forever surprise me and had great experience every time I visit. Love the food and the presentation. Such a great place for a weekend lunch...."

Connie Zhang

"The food was great! Love their coconut milk cappuccinos. Be sure to check out all the pastries and food displayed, as well as the menu. This is..."

Wapatino

"Great place, like the atmosphere and the whole interior decoration. Food and coffee were good, friendly staff. However, the waiting time was so long,..."

Nina Wang

"Winona Forever is one of my top 5. The food, service and atmosphere are so good. The presentation of food are contemporary and innovative. Also the..."

Chico

"Really good food, everyone and their mother was Instagraming their meals. Only had seats outside, place was heaving had to wait a long time for the..."

Clove

"Highly recommend!! Being a BIG mushroom fan, I must recommend their Magic Mushroom dish! It’s a MUST. I went around 9am last Saturday, :( and it..."

Min Min

"Delicious food and great service. The cabinet is always full of delicious treats. There are plenty of options for vegan and vegetarian as well. We..."

Luke Cochrane

"Ever since it opened around a year ago, Winona Forever has been the hottest kid on the block, attracting a crowd at almost every hour of the day...."

Annie Ren

"Always loved the look of this place so had to pop in for afternoon tea. I ordered the vegan pana cotta with fruit. Was nice and refreshing and very..."

Emma Judd

"Walking into Winona Forever is the brunch equivalent to the chocolate shop in Willy Wonka. It's bright and colourful and full of cakes, pastries and..."

Alexandra

"Great place! We went for a Sunday brunch. Although packed and with many people outside waiting we were seated right away! Great service and super..."

Boty

"Wow!! This place had such a vibrant vibe and the staff was friendly and approachable. I had the Eton Rifle Pavlov " French Toast". It looked just as..."

Lahveen Nicholas

"This has to be my new favourite cafe for breakfast.The food was amazing and presented in spectacular fashion. I would also rate the service as..."

Brook Gyde

"Great food and service :) The french toast was almost too pretty to eat! It tasted really nice but I couldn't finish it as it was a bit too sweet to..."

Irene Calangian

"This is my first visit and I love the coffee plus the supreme service. Very caring and witty staff who knew what I need for a better cappuccino...."

Miche

"I had to wait for a few minutes at the door since it was peak brunch time but all the servers were friendly and polite and were quick to seat me when..."

Vanessa

"Considering how busy they were for a Sunday morning we were seated very fast and received impeccable service. The only downfall is how close you are..."

Tia Lindbom

"Food was amazing. Slightly overpriced cafe but i guess that's part of the package as the food is that good. Quantity and portion sizes were excellent..."

Paularbear

"After seeing so many photos everywhere I finally had to give in and visit Winona Forever. And let‘s say I was not disappointed! Even though it was..."

Auckland Foodie

"This place is gonna be my new favourite cafe in Auckland!!! Waited for 30 mins for the food to be served but it’s definitely worth the wait! The..."

Annie Low

"We were around this area 2 days ago, couldn't get a seat at Winona Forever & ended up had a bad experience at Little Big Cafe. Today, we were here..."

STRADS

"This place did not disappoint. Had Sunday brunch as a birthday treat my little niece....we had a to wait for a bit for a table but WOW!!! what a..."

Liza Cosme

"This place is awesome! The perfect spot for a special brunch. Winona Forever might be a bit more expensive than your usual café, but it‘s worth..."

FranziLuisa13

"I had the Eton Rifle Pavlova and it was perfectly delicious! The brioche was soft and beautifully spiced. The presentation was just gorgeous! It was..."

Malika Kanjee

"Yum yummy Eggs Benedict with brioche bun. Outstanding range of cabinet food. I would definitely come back to try some. I'm glad to see their sister..."

Lily Chow

"BBBBBOOOOOOOIIIIIIIIIIII!!!!! This place is so good~~~Interior design mate, rustic, wooden and like floral. Cabinet food WOOW cute. Like I..."

Flora The Foodie

"I remember this cafe. Nothing better than sitting in the sunset, drinking coffee, watching people walking on the street. From this spot you can get..."

Alan Woodman

"Went in with my BF on busy sunday lunch. Eventhough it was super duper busy they have found us a table given us their menu, served water asked for..."

Angela Ham

"To be honest, I enjoy everything about this restaurant. They did really well with their Korean-Kiwi combination dishes. Pickled veggies are their..."

Yafenxu123

"Great Coffee and incredible sweets in the Cabinet. Delicious! The place is always bustling and packed to the brim. Really friendly staff and always a..."

Josh Nufablé

"Hot chocolate was amazing. This cafe served it as a block if chocolate with warm milk by its side and of course with marshmallows！We ordered a..."

Rosanne Choy

"Fantastic Cafe! Great food, great service, great location. Hardest part is choosing what to have. Loads of options. This will be a regular for..."

Jayden Cocker

"Winona Forever is an absolute local favourite. Food is not only aesthetic but a true delight to the palate as well. Had tried the Eton rifle pavlova..."

Miji

"We’re sure you’ve seen the queue snaking out of the door on a weekend morning at this Parnell hot spot. If you haven’t – have you been hiding..."

Hungry Auckland

"Very busy and bustling! Come if you don't mind sharing a table - the food is worth it! Instagram worthy pics and delicious food. A slight twist on..."

Annie Bananie

"Lovely and lively place to eat. Our party of 10 enjoyed this eatery and its atmosphere where all the tables are full and the kitchen was very busy. I..."

Mei

"A beautiful atmosphere! I did find their pavlova brioche breakfast very very sweet - all components were sickly sugary so it was a bit of a let down...."

Sarah Heslin

"Amazing cabinet selection! We ordered the Bacon Pumpkin Brioche and Vanilla Custard Doughnut. The brioche was well balanced, soft and tasty. I love..."

Paoi Reyes

"Brunch- 10.30am | Aside from the wait to be served, the food was delicious. The boys ordered a Big Breakfast comprising of a delicacy- chicken and..."

Himani Bhatia

"Great busy cafe in Parnell! Can be a small wait but rolls over pretty quick.Great vege options and good strong coffee! The cabinet always..."

Jaffa

"Went on Saturday morning and it was heavily packed. The service was very disappointing, messed up our food order, didnt give us water until we asked,..."

AJKm

"I definitely think it is worth all the rave and Instagram posts out there! Winona is gorgeous and their cabinet food looks generous and delectable -..."

Fudgemeup

"Sunday morning bunch with my wife and my 3 year old son. The place looks great the staff was friendly, we order chillie scramble, tibetan mountain..."

The Artisan

"Lovely brunch place!Lots of choices for the desserts, which I love.We got the mushroom dish, it was so good (4.5/5) except the..."

Kho Lidya Merina

"Right off the bat, we were welcomed with great decor and ambience, with the cafe appearing to always be rather busy.I ordered the Eton Rifle..."

Vivian C

"The atmosphere, ambience and presentation of this cafe is extremely unique and stunning. The pastries and sandwiches etc on display are amazing. We..."

Aimee.

"Awesome service, awesome food, awesome atmosphere. Highly recommend! Took my partner there after I picked him up from the airport, he and I both..."

Hannahbannah412

"Seriously, there hasn't been a time that this place isn't packed. This little gem in Parnell boasts some serious insta-game. Everything is big, bold..."

Husk Creative

"This place makes me happy. The food looks like edible jewels and gemstones and everything tastes amazing. The counter food is so..."

Karen Betsubara

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

Mon.

"We ordered the beans is beans part 2 and salmon Benedict. The bean dish was light and refreshing with the beetroot purée, while the edamame beans..."

Christine Lee

"Beautifully plated food, their pantry of other baking goods and savouries looked exciting, and their service was very good. A modern cafe in..."

Emily Tsang

"So pretty of the food presentation ❤️And the foods with nice color berries decor were so yum, the omelette was not satisfied me, so dry and..."

Stella

"First of all this cafe is extremely instagram-able!!!! Everything in the cabinet looked so awesome but we decided to try the food on the..."

The Poor Foodie

"First thing as you walk in you can’t help but see all of the baked cakes, sweets, savoury’s and delicious goodness. But I’m here for breakfast..."

Aaron87lee

"Always seen the beautiful photos of their dishes on instagram eventually went there today at 8am and by 9am this places was already packed. Our order..."

LuciferTSN

"If you haven’t been here, make sure you put it on the to do list! Popping up all over social media, we had to see what all the fuss was about...."

HJ

"We came on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. We ordered French Toast and Eggs Benedict. We also had our friends join us and they grabbed coffee and..."

Bessie Ann Marie G

"First impression - busy! The place was buzzing with people on the Saturday that we went but the service was attentive and friendly.The..."

Anna

"What beautifully plated food. Lots of vibrant colours presented before us. Portion sizes are decent and the food is well made.Service was..."

I_like_pickles

"Was meaning to go to this place for a while and we finally decided to go one day. It was a little hard to find using gps but we found it in the end!..."

Ashvini Chelliah

"Busy little cafe with a cool fit out and epic food. Service was a little slow and disjointed ( i.e. Wait for ever for drinks then they arrive 5..."

Ella

"Had seen pictures of this place floating around for a while and I knew this was a place I had to visit! We went on Saturday for brunch and..."

Mun Clair

"We came here for breakfast .. very busy & very noisey & very crammed place ..we got seated at a long narrow table by the kitchen. Ordered the ladyboy..."

Donna&Shane

"Partner and I walked past here and saw that it was absolutely packed. The interior was beautiful so we decided to come back later when it was quiet...."

I'mhungry

"Boy this place is busy and for a good reason! Had to wait about 30 minutes (peak brunch time), but it was worth the wait. They definitely cram you in..."

J.T547

"This place is one of my favourite cafes in Auckland! I can't recommend it enough, the staff is super friendly, the decor is beautiful and the food is..."

Jessica Li

"Arriving at 11.30am on a Sunday, our group of five were pleasantly surprised with only a 5 minute wait for a table as it was packed. The service was..."

Lisa Molloy

"After seeing many aesthetic photos of Winona Forever, we decided to try this cafe. We were not disappointed! This place is beautifully decorated,..."

Vanessa Ciputra

"Probably the bestest coconut milk, hot choc with a chocolate peanut stick to melt into it. As all good things take time, we had to wait for our table..."

Mellamington

"Winona Forever Cafe (9/7/17)It's a weird day- a bit of sunlight, grey skies, occasional rain and cold atmosphere. We were walking along..."

Abhishek Nair

"New fav!! We love Winona Forever! The atmosphere and aesthetics of this cafe were awesome. And the food was on point! The French toast and eggs bene..."

TP

"Loved it. Good atmosphere, busy which is unsurprising! Good service and friendly staff. So much amazing choice on the menu. I went for Beans is..."

Helen Wright

"This place is always packed and I'm not surprised. The cabinet is so beautifully displayed with delicious things that will stick for your hips, as..."

Holly Swallow

"Pros - the dishes are Instagram worthy and the beet street was particularly delicious. Cons - VERY busy (be prepared to wait at least 40 min for..."

Zainab

"Have heard lots of good things about this place and it's always super packed when we drive past. Finally came to try their famous eton rifle French..."

Teddyfamily.

"Busy place, but we were seated after and very short wait. Lovely staff, good-looking food and neat environment. Mushroom Crepes were super..."

Tastebud Tingles

"If it's beautiful, I want it. I will find you (beautiful dish) and I will eat you 🍫👅. A brother to the already amazing Hello friends + Allies..."

Monique Porteous

"My favorite orange hot chocolate is very tasty. Open omelette is boring ang huge size. I can't finish half of it even i didn't have any food before i..."

Winni Wu

"I went to this place after night shifts so I'd say there was no wait and not much crowd. The place gives a rustic decor with some beautiful fresh..."

Ieseon

"Best breakfast in Auckland!!!!!!! Strongly recommend!!!! I love the pancake and the lady boy prawn Benedict, it's very new and tasty really good, I..."

Jamie

"One of the place that captures a lot of attention. It's so pack during the peak hours that you have to be really lucky enough to get a seat . The..."

Michelle Chua

"My new favourite cafe! The menu is really interesting and unique which was the highlight for me. It was so difficult choosing what to order! I ended..."

Ashleigh Michelle

"Went there on Monday morning, 4 of us get the sit straight away the waitress are super friendly. We had 2 hotcake, lady boy and the Mon. All the..."

Feiran An

"Ohhh yum! Can the cabinet foods be more tempting? Love the ambiance, location and food selection. Decent price for fancy foods and drinks. Tried the..."

NurN

"Been here twice now, food is always lovely but the servers struggle to keep up with so many people and the close confines mean it's not always the..."

Michelle

"We went there for a colleague's birthday lunch and it was crazy busy as always, however we were served promptly and our food arrived quickly. A..."

Michelle M

"very very good food, taste so nice, chefs got really good skill and ideas. will come again next time with my friends, but service speed need..."

Tom Snow

"This place is always very busy (which puts me off) as it often takes a long time to get a table and for food to arrive. Beautiful cabinet food..."

Corinahall123

"If you're looking for a place with fantastic food & great atmosphere this is the place. Great service, be prepared to have all senses bombarded with..."

Miura Elikana

"Went here for brunch with my best friend before I left for Melbourne. She has always wanted to come here as the reviews were great and they have a..."

Stella Chandra

"Winona is my new favourite! We waited about 6 months to come here because it was always sooo busy. But we finally came on a Monday mid morning and we..."

Abbey Lissaman

"After all the hype this cafe was getting, I had to try it for myself. We got the Eton and the big breakfast. As well as a cabinet cake and..."

Dxlche

"Incredible looking breakfast and great vibes here! Very busy but got seated by the door which was ok and staff were pretty friendly. My breakfast was..."

Lydia Coates-Walker

"Great local cafe! Always has a cabinet filled with yummy sweet treats (Whittaker's chocolate caramel slice is my favourite)Neat place for lunch..."

Jeanette Low

"Came here just after 12.30 and had to wait for a free table because of how busy it was! Definitely worth the 15 minute wait. The food took..."

Crunch33jay

"An hour and a half of non stop catching up over two glasses of spicy chais. The cafe was full, both inside and outside. Full of babies and prams! In..."

Vivi S

"Earl grey rose latte and soy latte. Came on a weekday morning so we got seated easily but the cafe soon got really packed. Ordered drinks for our..."

Katrina Pan

"The cutest place. Went there with a friend who suggested coming here for breakfast today and OMG best decision ever. Although when we got there we..."

Foodlover

"Food was beautiful. The atmosphere was buzzing as the cafe was pretty much full. Staff were friendly and helpful. Food tasted pretty good although..."

Selena Wu

"I’ve been coming here regularly over the past few months for morning catch ups with my friend and we've always had a good time. The service is..."

Raymond Tiong

"Lovely decorations and the food was well presented. My friends and I shared 3 meals. The big breakfast was delicious, the vegan bruschetta was nice..."

Georgia Brown

"Very busy place. It may take around 30 mins to wait for the table and another 30mins for food at the weekend. Food is well presented and tasty but..."

Bella Luv Food

"Been wanting to try Winona Forever since it opened, but there's always a wait!! Finally managed to visit the other weekend, about 10 of us were..."

Chomnomnom

"Really cool cafe. Food was amazing and despite being super busy food came out after 15-20 minutes. Portion sizes are huge & staff seem friendly..."

Allie

"By word of mouth, we dined at Winona Forever for a late, rainy lunch. It was a full house but we were seated and served at a decent pace. We ordered..."

Bea Ambrosio

"Love the food, so nicely presented! We had the buckwheat hot cakes, French toast, magical mushrooms and green juice! Was amazed at not only their..."

Madeleine Roe

"I've been looking forward to visit this place and had high expectations for it. My expectations were met!Their apple cider hollandaise..."

Lukas Montecristo

"Delicious, wholesome food, amazing ambience & lovely staff! We tried the eggs benedict, beans on beans, and omelette, coffees, kombucha, vegan..."

Emily

"Yumyumyum!! New place in Parnell love the food and environment but right now is super busy so got to wait alittle but it's worth the wait! Can't wait..."

Jo

"We went there around 3pm, so almost closing time. It was very busy and someone let us in and sat us down saying that the kitchen was closed. We..."

Marggie Pascua

"The absolutle best french toast I have ever had. I adore this cafe. The cabinet food is incredible also. The caramel slice has the best base to..."

Whitney-Dee Bawden

"I have been to Winona Forever 3 times. I'm really impressed with the exceptional customer service here. Love the ambience of the place, friendly and..."

Linh 💛

"The food was awesome, but the service definitely need to be improved, me and my friend was waiting there for 15 minutes, no one come to clean the..."

L

"I've visited here twice. The food here scores points on looks but is lacking in taste. Service is fine but very busy. The first time I had..."

Karen

"To begin with, feast with your eyes!Fantastic place for brunch... Great quality ingredients, good selection of food and drinks, and not..."

Jade Lim

"If you're after the most grammable dishes this is your go to place. Everything here is just so damn pretty, the sweet dishes in..."

Lucyeatsakld

"This is a very popular cafe full of people. They have indoor and outdoor sitting. The day when we visited it was raining so we were seated indoor...."

Cindy Ong

"Went to Winona Forever a few weeks back and ordered the Eton Rifle French Toast which is a big hit on the menu. After waiting for almost half an hour..."

Eggster Eats

"I was very keen to try Fran's new cafe, as I've been a massive fan of her previous places like Salvation Kitchen and Hello Friends and Allies and..."

Lukas

"Just finished my lunch at this busy little vibrant cafe. Came here at their busiest time on Saturday... the place was packed. But it flowed really..."

Yoana S

"Love this place! Visited for the first time on a Thursday morning and was surprised by the various baked goods and salads displayed on the counter...."

LHan

"Auckland autumn is full of beautiful colours, so it is a good time to visit Winona forever, which is, a splash of colours as well.The..."

Angel Deng Yun

"Food here is delicious, well presented and service was good. They are very busy during lunch on most days. Worth a try if you are on..."

Vanessa

"Went for an early brunch. Really cool lay out - awesome food - I ordered "the Eton rifle" looked amazing when it came out - it was a french toast..."

Hope

"It is so nice to have brunch with friends here. But there were too many people (it's reasonable because this cafe is really great!!). My friends had..."

Kiky Eng

"This cafe was super packed when we came here for a weekend brunch! Took around 15 minutes to be seated at a table. Ordered the famous Eton Rifle and..."

Kirsten

"This cafe is relatively new on the scene but I had been seeing pictures on instagram of delicious food so of course I had to check it out. We went..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"It's very very busy cafe, with stunning cabinet food and" I wish that I have couple stomach so I can try few dishes here" menu!I ranked 5 is the..."

Ririchan

"You never really know if a cafe will live up to all the hype but I'm pleased to say Winona Forever does. They are super busy & tables are at a..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Beautiful little cafe with outstanding service - especially impressive given how busy it was. Ordered buckwheat hotcakes which was superb, and the..."

KT

"Came here on a Saturday for lunch. Was super busy but luckily there was a table for us straight away. I think you usually have to wait 10-15 minutes...."

Lilly Christine

"Wow! What an amazing place to come.. the food was absolutely amazing.. I had the buckwheat hotcakes (pictured) and my partner had the big breakfast..."

Lyndsay Sykes

"Service was ok, the food presentation was amazing but the meal it self lacked some flavours. the interior design and furniture were lovely. We felt..."

Anna

"Great food! We went here for our Mother's Day brunch and the wait was quite long (probably extra long because of Mother's Day) however, once we were..."

Nikki Rae

"Dined here for Mother's Day breakfast and at 9:30am the place was packed! We had to wait 10mins to be seated some people had to wait longer. The..."

Nathalie

"The prawn benedict is epic!!!! Almost has to be one of the most unique brunch dishes I've had. Quality portion. Amazing flavours. Good amount of..."

Roana Bilia

"One of the best cafes I've been to in Auckland 😊 would recommend to everyone! Affordable for what you're paying for and presentation of our meals..."

Marisa Hill

"Amazing cafe with good selection of food, cabinet sweets! perfect for brunch on a weekend! We ordered eggs benedict and full breakfast, eggs are..."

Gorgeous_mojo

"So badly wanted to give this place a 5, I think once they have been open a bit longer and the initial hype has died down a bit I probably will be..."

Lucy

"What more can you say, beautiful place beautiful food and beautiful people!You are immediately surrounded by beautiful florals when walked..."

Cupy Dee

"Big fan of this new spot! Innovative menu and tasty food that is presented impeccably. Decor is super cute but the space does feel a bit crammed..."

Kezia Lynch

"Fabulous menu strays away from the stock standard Auckland brunch. A wide range of dishes with twists of unusual flavour combinations. The staff are..."

Emily Devine

"busy place even not lunch time yet. I had the squid bruschetta which comes a long toasted crispy bagette topped with tasty squid and tomato relish..."

Carina Chang

"Went here for Mum's bday. Great atmosphere and seems like an awesome place for non-vegans, my family loved it. Was a bit disappointed with the lack..."

Tania Boikov

"Good service, good food and trendy fit-out however, be prepared to wait an excessively long time for your meal and probably give the communal salt..."

Brittany Montana

"Visited Winona Forever over the weekend for brunch. We arrived just after 11am and the place was already busy with a few groups of people queuing in..."

Sticks, Fork & Knife

"Had a great time here today....! Newest cafe in Parnell and with a review in Canvas made it almost impossible to get a table, but luckily the..."

Frank

"AWESOME place with friendly staff, I had best French toast ever, and it looked soooooooo good. I've already back there for the fourth time,..."

Tingting Zhang

"Went here this morning after hearing it was amazing from many others. It is!! There was a line to be seated which goes to show the..."

Connie Stone

"This place is amaaazeball ... great service ... great food and cool atmosphere ... i went there today Saturday April the 22nd for my brunch. I order..."

Anandita.danaatmadja

"This place and their food was a major let down in terms of taste. The place was packed and the staff couldn't handle the masses, we waited so long..."

Veronica Te

"One of the busiest cafes in parnell. But lucky enough we were able to get seats. They had a good range of cabinet food but opted for their..."

Karl Evangelista

"Enjoyed a delicious brunch at Winona Forever last Thursday and despite the stormy weather the place was packed. It may be due to the amount..."

Lauren

"We waited ~an hour to be seated and to receive our food.Heard much about this place so came with high expectations which were immediately..."

Thegreeats

"I have been here twice and thought the food and service received was good. I thought the payments system could be a little better it's a bit awkward..."

Sam Smith

"Winona Forever is one of the trendiest new eateries nested in Parnell.We visited on Saturday morning - despite it being early and rainy,..."

Michelle Ma Belle

"judging by the stream of raving posts about this place, winona forever can only be described as the 'new kid on the block' SO after a fit of food..."

T

"Lovely staff where they are so smiley and happy .When you asked something they are so helpful.I went on sunday for brunch and the place was..."

JungYun Lee

"Wah super busy place!! I heard it is like that during the week too. So be ready to wait! We were lucky as we spotted a long table which we could..."

ShoRt

"Have you ever had French toast so FAN-cyyy! We popped in for a Tuesday brunch. The food is fantastic and very creative. Cabinet has great selection..."

Ann R

"One of the best cafes in Auckland. Ever. Interior is beautiful consisting of crazy art, plants, large lights and a cabinet full of beautiful looking..."

AJ

"Had the mushrooms. simply loved it! Quite popular as there are lots of people and queues are long. But worth the wait. Wish there will be lesser..."

Cynthia Agustin

"I came here for lunch the other day, it's nice to see a new, trendy, modern cafe open up in the area. We came at around 2pm for a late..."

Charlene Weaver

"Just been here for lunch with my friend. The staff member was very informative and helpful. We asked whether the matcha latter can be made in an iced..."

Shazza

"Parnell has welcomed a new eatery which has hit the ground running, and captured the hearts of diners from the get-go. The rainy day did not seem..."

Heartshrooms

"It's great to finally get a really hip cafe inParnell. Winona Forever offers a range of delicious looking counter food, and a wide-ranging menu..."

Lawrence Mikkelsen

"A busy new cafe popping up on the street of Parnell, where it seams to be the trend of new openings, bringing back a reason to come to Parnell and..."

Courtney @ A Food Awakening

"This quirky cafe must be one of the coolest new spots around town. From the artwork, to the decor to incredibly friendly service.. it's definitely a..."

Where To Next Auckland

"Nice spacious cafe with a nice vibe an large glass windows. The Eton rifle was their version of the French toast and it was absolutely beautiful...."

G

"Love this place! Great atmosphere and food. Only problem is that kitchen closes at 2:30pm so you gotta get in quick for lunch! The cabinet offers..."

Anna K

"When I think of food heaven, I think of doughnuts oozing with jam and cream, decadent slices filled with a thick layer of caramel, dense and fudgy..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"Hands down one of the best brunches I have ever had! The food was all presented beautifully and had so much flavour to it. I had the hotcakes and it..."

Jess Surtees

"This cafe has a great vibe and it’s nicely decorated. Presentation of the food was nice and portion was huge too! You get a huge piece of pork..."

vy

"Perfect place to come for your morning coffee and pastry, breakfast or brunch. Filter coffee was great but $8 seemed a bit excessive. Really enjoyed..."

Ray C

"The interior of this cafe was absolutely stunning, and the staff were incredibly bubbly, energetic and helpful. We were warned that the portion sizes..."

Ashlee Nicholson

"Must visit! Outstanding cafe in a great location. The cabinet food is equally as tempting as everything on their menu. We order the goats cheese..."

Abhinav Bidani

"Great food and service. Cabinet also looked very yummy. We had a big breakfast and hot cakes. Very impressed! Both plates are very different from..."

Randolpho Allemand

"Yummy food and not too long of a wait time for it to be ready. Salmon eggs Benedict was one of the best I've had. Iced chocolate came with a..."

Shadiya Shaleen

"I’ll just start by saying the slices at Winona are out of this planet! The service is always faultless and the place has a really cool fit-out and..."

Hamish Dorrington

"The food was outstanding , not only visually beautiful but tasted delicious! Very impressed also the coffee was perfect. my only issues were that..."

Whenrightbecamewrong Insanebecamesane

"Oh wow! What an incredible cafe on so many levels… the service was so fast despite it ha very popular cafe, the presentation of all the food was..."

Janita Patrick

St Heliers Bay Cafe & Bistro

85/100 (2346 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Fab bistro with interesting well priced menu & backed up by fresh superbly presented dishes - at least mine were. Loved the fish & interesting sides..."

Chris Hughes

"Business dinner. Great atmosphere and good service provided by the team. I had a ceviche to start (delicious), beef for main (well cooked) and a..."

Boty

"Good cafe to chill out with friends, especially during sunset time. Love the vibe and deco here. The food here was pretty good previously but now the..."

LilianMonaghan

"Very tasty food! Not the usual flavours I would choose but was definitely delicious. Really great coffee too. Had some lemon curd yoghurt ice cream..."

Stephanie Qin

"Brilliant friendly service, super clean space, light and bright. Foods fantastic although portions are on the lighter side (my partner prefers a..."

Tanja Jujnovich

"I have been living in eastern bay for a long time. It maintains many years great customer service and quality food. Definitely the local cafe..."

Joyce Chen

"One of my favorite in town. Love this area, the design and atmosphere. The menu is colorful and tasteful. I had a wonderful fish. A great local..."

Luz !

"Absolutely delicious food. Highly recommend the omelette with burrata. I swap the bacon add-on for prosciutto and really enjoyed it. Great ambiance..."

Wapatino

"A beautiful eatery situated along the waterfront. Nautical-like decor reminiscent of the beach just a stone's throw away, attentive service & a..."

TheMʌverick

"Top 5 favorite cafe. Located at the waterfront with excellent beach view. Cozy environment suitable for a couple of friends. Consistent food quality..."

Lucy

"We tried this place once so far for breakfast and tried the eggs benedict. Overall is wan't too bad, the presentation was nice, however I found the..."

Tim Cahil

"One of our favourite go to cafes, located in St Heliers by the water front. Very cozy with a lovely view. I really enjoyed their avocado smoothie and..."

Evelyn Chen

"Love any place by the hip group and this was no exception! Had the courgette, chorizo on sourdough w/ poached egg and it was delicious! My friends..."

Lizzie

"Regular visitor at this cafe. Great food and service. Consistent service as you’d expect from any other cafe in the Hip Group.Great..."

Hungry D

"Good relaxed atmosphere despite the full house.Staff were very attentive to detail and empathetic, offered my partner and I the window seat as..."

Ricky Zhou

"One of our favourite cafe by the bay. Beautiful location with full view of the beach. We ordered a spinach omelette and asparagus with chorizo and..."

Little Borneo Girl

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

"Best smashed Avo ever! Great service and vibe! Will be returning :)..."

Nikki Sykes

"Great food and coffee ,friendly staff and full fenced kids play ground,pets friendly as well,ideally for family and friends catch up!Definitely a..."

Cafe Bella-Monte

"When you pass by it looks like a normal house. Awesome coffee, awesome eggs bene and lovely staff. I highly recommend them! What are you waiting..."

Lucas Saulo

"With 2 friends we (2 of us) did enjoy this cafe 'experience' yesterday for lunch. The food and coffees were lovely and the service great and prompt...."

Murray Donovan

"Enchanting Cafe with lovely decor and ambiance . Service was implacable and very friendly awith attention to detail.Food was delicious and great..."

Suki So

"Great coffee lovely staff and amazing food. The food is beautifully presented. I love the creamy blue cheese mushrooms. Lovely place to meet up with..."

Vipig

"Came here for lunch yesterday, the food is really good full of a lot of flavours and is very filling portions sizes are perfect and also the place is..."

LGarden

"So yum I got a eggs Benedict bacon was crispy not soggy and the bread was nice and was fresh sourdough bread. sauce was a perfect. Recommended must..."

Luccyeejade

"Very friendly staff, great place for kids as fully fenced in with outdoor play area, cheap kids meals, good value regular meals, great coffee and..."

Aja Lethaby

"I visited this cafe on a Thursday for lunch with my mother and 2 year old. This is a great place to come with kids as they have a kids menu and a..."

Kelly Sanderson

"◾Great outdoors seating◾Quick service◾Toys for childrenMe and my wife seem to be cursed at the moment by not great food,..."

Scott

"Absolutely no complaints for our lunch experience here yesterday. I had the spicy pulled pork on slaw w chips and my friend had the calamari w a side..."

SS

"Been here a number of times they do a delicious egg Benedict and I really enjoy the tomato and avocado. Also have really nice caramelized onion tarts..."

Lucy Doran

"Great local cafe. Nice to see some different things on the breakfast menu, highly recommend the salmon rosti, the capers and hot lemon slices really..."

Ro Bennett

"One of those local village gems. Food strikes the right balance of style and cost, coffee great. The children's play area means that the..."

Philip T

"My entire family love this cafe. We are recently loving the new additions to the menu like their Creamy blue cheese mushrooms, bacon, poached eggs..."

Emma Davy

"Bells Monte Cafe is one in a million. Both the blackboard menu and cabinet food are fabulous. Such a selection of delicious food which makes..."

Carolyn Parry

"This place has the best coffee, scrambled eggs and service with a smile. My only complaint is they may need more tables to handle the weekend..."

Sarah

"Great coffee and service!! I had the best coffee I’ve ever had in my life and the guy who served me was skilled and friendly. The food was very..."

Yohei Machida

"I loved the place, perfectly placed for summer. There is even a little kids corner for the toddlers. I was only there for a quick coffee and was not..."

JustBe Joy

"Cozy cafe with great Service. Highly recommend the creamy mushroom, it will never go..."

Rita Lau

"Absolutely incredible! This is honestly the best food we've had in NZ. The food was beautifully presented, really reasonably priced and delicious...."

Stephanie Moore

"Very good place especially if you are looking for a peaceful private space with young ones. My 17 month daughter loved the place. Staffs are very..."

Mi Jin Park

"The most beautifully presented smashed avocado with poached eggs on sourdough...and you really can't go past the coconut & raspberry friand. I..."

Hannah Thorp

"Nice and friendly service, the food is delicious. Great prensentation and the coffee is great as..."

崔迪

"Incredibly impressed! What a fantastic local spot. Perfect for kids/families. I came today for lunch with my one year old, a girlfriend and her three..."

Michelle Geale

"Nice Cafe. Plenty of roadside parks. Playground for kids. Shaded outdoor area. Excellent service +..."

Henry Wei

"Awesome new cafe. Great coffee/hot chocolate and friendly service. Plenty of food options on offer and all reasonably priced. The kids loved the..."

Natalie Curtis

Kingston Street Cafe

"Absolutely fantastic customer service culminated with top quality product. A pleasure of a cafe and I highly recommend. Great way to kick start a..."

Brad Rodden

"Absolutely great customer service. The owner is welcoming and friendly with a smile on her face all the time. Food looks good and the cabinets are..."

Vihanga Kariyawasam

"We had a lovely sandwich and also to free muffins. Thank you so much. Love from the two danish..."

Mette Aas Jacobsen

"Great coffee and great service. Wifi free. We had a free muffin because we are french ! So lovely Best coffee in Auckland..."

Mathilde Guyomard

"I'm lucky to call this my local cafe. The coffee is perfect, each and every time. The food, oh wow, the food absolutely delicious. Guilty as..."

Phee Nicks

"Purely amazing - service, food, hot drinks and hospitality that are ideal esp during this icy winter season � With heartfelt thanks..."

Mārïę Nākåørã

"When you pay Full Price for 2 large coffees only to get back to work and open them to see they're not Full = Pissed Off customer! Total rip off!..."

Bristow Matali-Antonia Ryan

"They gave me a free blueberry muffin! Great service and incredibly friendly � thank..."

Bailey Wineera

"What a great coffee and amazing food stricktly recomend the melted tuna ..."

Carol Rivera - Kramer

"Geat coffee and very friendly staff!! Love going there for my morning coffee. They've got a big range of cabinet food - the tuna sandwiches and the..."

Samar Ghalib

"Best place for a Cappuccino , I am lovin it. Plus the people are..."

Burhan Khan

"Great coffee, great food, great..."

Merran Greenhalgh

"Lovely staff, great food and coffee. Has kept me sane for the last two..."

Greg Foster

"Let's just say that these guys make awesome coffee.... the best coffee I have..."

Asiel Esther Challa

"best coffee in auckland, and wonderful..."

John Savage

"sandwiches are really very healthy and..."

Mavi Kanwar

"Hands down the best long black I've had in..."

Jonny McKessar

"Great Coffee!..."

Kristen Gardiner

"BEST coffee in..."

Marcia Watson

"Their blueberry muffin is very big and full of berries! I recommend this. Their scones are nice too, but I wish their cheese scone was more cheesier...."

G1k

"Extremely friendly service . Great for going to before court in the mornings :)!Our hot chocolate was made quick too!Service:..."

Tony Ma

"Cute little cafe, i dropped by yesterday for a hot chocolate, environment was really nice, staffs are super friendly！ i love their coffee cup, so..."

LuNa The TuNa

"My go to cafe 🥰. They have reasonable price. Fast service too which is perfect for on the go or when having a quick break! The staff were nice and..."

Jmae

"Cute little cafe! Can always count on this place for some good quality food & great service. Fave is the chicken and bacon panini, the filling is..."

Krystyna

"Great little place. Friendly staff and excellent, fresh cabinet food. Not a lot of seating so I buy to take out. I particularly like the beef and..."

Joanna

"Cute small place with nice cabinet food, muffins, scones, almond croissants etc. Nice and affordable. I wouldn't rave about it but it's much better..."

G

"This is a fav of mine...a hidden treasure! Gorgeous baked onsite muffins and great array of pastries and delicious counter food. Love their chicken..."

Anna

"This place is located close to my work and I had never been before so I thought i'd give it a go. It's quite a small place, a couple of seats . I..."

Janice McCartain Dagg

"Very cute and cozy cafe in the heart of the cdb. Super tasty and fresh chicken avocado wrap and delicious hot chocolate.And the staff is so..."

Coralie Semelle

"This buzzing little cafe is an awesome place to visit if you're wanting a coffee and some lunch to go! Their coffee is absolutely delicious! They use..."

Katie Green

"I started coming here a few months ago and was very impressed every time i walk through the doors everyone is very friendly and the coffee is always..."

Jared Mclachlan

"One of the best coffee's you can get...the only problem is their only open on a weekday (you can't negative points for this however, just means i..."

Chloe Smith

"This little corner store puts a smile on everyone's face! It's not just the food and coffee, it's the service that keeps me going back. Always overly..."

Shivani Prakash

"I've been coming here for a few months now. Service is always great and sandwiches are fantastic on busy mid-week lunchtimes. Excellent value for..."

Garlic Nāirn

"Stumbled this cafe accidentally couple months ago and addicted to it now! Superb service, great coffees and cabinet food delicious and reasonable..."

Jules Chung

"We have been coming to this café nearly every morning for our coffee. The food is tasty and yummy - caters for all meals and all diets. The coffee..."

Fiona Unasa Liuliu-Afoa

"This has been my local for the past 6 months, and I struggle to find a better, consistently high-quality coffee in the CBD. Cabinet food is great,..."

Daniel

"Me and mum's coffee fix in the morning, and couldn't have been any more lucky that the coffee here is the best cafe coffee we've come across. Staff..."

Edwyna Liuliu-Afoa

"My favorite cafe in the CBD. The coffee is on point, each time and there is barely a wait for it. The food is amazing and customer service is..."

Phee Nicks

"What a great little Café! There is so many cafes in and around this area but I swear this is the best! The coffee is superb (and I'm pretty..."

KGibb

"I chanced upon Kingston Street Cafe and I had the best coffee in Auckland...ever! If you have been searching for that proper cup of coffee,..."

Thomas B.

"Here its goes, bullet points and all;- AWESOME service! - EXCEPTIONAL coffee. - OMG sweet cabinet food to die for.- GREAT..."

Penny Higgins

"What an awesome variety of sandwiches in this little coffee shop! I really like and I appreciate their generosity with the staffing. I had an..."

Ceci Arz

"Nice coffee and lots of savoury and pasty options. Coffee was superb. Very nice and friendly staff. Ambience is very amazing. Right in centre of the..."

Vipul Jotania

"October 2022: Great and not corporate food, service with a smile, and they even got Wi-Fi. This is an unexpected surprised in the middle of the..."

Rising Star

"Small cafe with great food and service! We went there 3 times in our short visit to..."

Chris D

"This has changed hands since I was last here but I have had a very nice mini quiche and banana smoothie. Staff are nice and service good. Has a..."

Rebecca KEENAN

"Super friendly, great coffee & great food. The owner/manager/lady on the coffee machine is just so lovely! Generous, friendly and always smiling...."

Andrew J (rnodern)

"Extremely friendly service . Great for going to before court in the mornings :)! Our hot chocolate was made quick too! Service: 5/5 Drink Quality:..."

Amynot - Spotify: 不想往前

"20 meters away from the big Tower. Beautiful food and flat white, very reasonable price...."

Monica Cheng

"The owner and staff of the Cafe are friendly and welcoming. I like their wide variety of food to choose from. Nothing is "too out of the way" for..."

Dolly Pan

"My favorite coffee shop in the city. Tiny place in the corner of the street with good food and AMAZING..."

Vihanga Kariyawasam

"Nice little cafe, good coffee. It was the service though that I appreciate the most, would go back for that as I don’t often encounter friendly..."

Dins R.

"Think I just found my new favourite spot for lunch, chicken and cranberry toasted roll was yum, rest of the cabinet was full of great looking..."

James McQuaid

"I just love this little cafe. The cabinet is packed with delicious food. Generous sizing and glorious tastes! Everything we've tried has been 10/10...."

Abigail Joy (Abby)

"Friendly staff, good variety of food and coffee was well made. 👌 This is my Friday lunch..."

Barry Smith

"Want a great coffee with some of the best freshly baked goodies in town? Then the Kingston cafe is the place to be! I have been going almost every..."

Jeten Parboo

Sunflower Cafe

"A cute cozy café on top of Wyndham with genuinely friendly service. You leave the place feeling positive (well, I did).They have a very..."

G1k

"Came in after 5 and owners had just sold the cafe to a friend of my dad's. The new owners gave us some of the chocolate chip cookies and cheese..."

Rosanne Choy

"We went there last Friday for brunch. Super friendly staffs. Very welcoming. Food was great and its prices are reasonable. Coffee was also nice...."

Ciahpipitolu

"Went there in the morning before the courts meeting . Food was great . Loved the smoked fish pie and Angus beef pie . Even the sausage roll is really..."

Treshan PerEra

"I had their Beef stew recently. The meat was really soft and I quite loved its herby scent of the stew. The bread really went well with the stew. I..."

CRANE

"Inner city gemThis is a great value option for breakfast or lunch in the inner city. We had a combo pasta and salad lunch deal and the..."

Suzie Lee

"Stayed at Ibis Budget a few doors down. Lovely service. Had a large flat white and blueberry porridge. No frills, no dramas. Really warm and friendly..."

Red Bean

"This is probably the cheapest cafe ever. I've never been to a cafe where the drinks come for free with the lunch meals and eggs benedict for $13. We..."

Jason Zhang

"Current fav cafe closed this week so I have been a mish to find a new cafe favourite. Saw this place and thought I would give it a go. When I first..."

Janice McCartain Dagg

"This place is definitely still gonna be on my to-go-cafe list! Stop going to cafes with photogenic and instaworthy food and ambience coz it's so..."

Mindylow_

"Friendly staff, cheap and nice food! Definitely worth a try! I ordered toasted bagel with avocado, free range bacon and cream cheese which cost me..."

Annie Low

"They don't have too much on the menu, so I went for a coffee and got a nice organic one. in $5 you can get mascapone and large coffee which is good..."

Prachi Jain

"Love this place. Good food. Excellent service. Not noisy. Not pricey. My friend and I were given our coffees and muffins for free last..."

Edith Heyns

"The Coffe here is very good and even the food is so Organic very healthy .. I feel like home whenever i visit this place.. The staff is so..."

Vinayak Gajangi

"Lovely brunch, they made avocado smoothie w/o sugar which is so healthy, good service and the lady is very nice, great ambience, would deff come back..."

Ardelia Zalfa

"I have been here for a cup of coffee several time in the morning but this is the first time that I have had breakfast.I order bacon and eggs..."

Pattarintorn Emmy Jusakul

"Very cheap and great range of food available. Staff are super nice and they even give you free coffee with a meal. They also use free range and..."

Lauren Carruthers

"I stop by for breakfast really early most mornings...sure the pie warmers and cabinets are not full yet, but wow...what you get is the best cup of..."

Lisa Hoffman

"I like their coffee and food. Have been there for lunch quite often and never disappoint me. If you order from the kitchen menu ($10-$15), will..."

PiPiさま

"$13 for eggs benie w/ bacon (plus spinach)! Very good price, and taste was also good. Any food from menu come with free coffee. Coffee was Ok. Will..."

Marpaung XVII

"Fantastic service. Generous portions of food. Great coffee and plenty of seating. They had a promo where you get free drink of your choice with..."

Sheiar Al Osachi

"Stopped into this cafe for breakfast with a colleague. Both ordered the bacon and eggs with a flat white and latte. No complaints from us! Just..."

Kennyg

"This rates highly because of their coffee. Frequenting many cafes it's often difficult to find a damn fine mocha (my poison). Either they are too..."

Mary Underwood

"In CBD area , nice flat white coffee with beef stew soup combo $13.50 . Beef is tender soup is yummy . Will go back and try other meal choices..."

Vinnie Huang

"From Japan:) We had lunch here, and lunch meals were quite reasonable with some beverages. Squids salad was unique and..."

tom a

"Wow, what a great little find on my trip to Auckland. I will definitely be returning. I ordered the eggs Benedict with salmon ($14.5) and regular..."

Paul Garcia

"Fantastic Flat white, espresso, and delicious breakfast. The homemade veggie quiche is brilliant and only 3.50!!! Great big hot breakfast options as..."

Megan Janssen

"Coffee was good and not overpriced. The couple running the cafe on the Saturday when I was there were very nice and were clearly making an effort..."

Jim Wheeler

"I had beef stew from here and i think it was fairly good. Meat was soft and i quite liked its aroma. Lunch deal seems quite price-worth, so i think i..."

Yeyoung You (Crane)

"Excellent. I could not believe how good value for money this place is. Brilliant coffee $3- amazing, delicious, home made steak and red wine pie..."

Julia Barnett

"Went in at 1645 and ordered a flat white and a chocolate banana muffin. Both of them them were served with good presentation. The barista was quite..."

G P.

"Excellent service. Very nice and friendly. The portions are perfect to start your day and stay full for hours. The espresso is top notch, no sugar..."

Nathan McBride

"A neat wee cafe. Coffee is terrific, as is the food. I was a tourist here for breakfast, which was way better than having a hotel breakfast. Prices..."

A Google User

"Inner city gem This is a great value option for breakfast or lunch in the inner city. We had a combo pasta and salad lunch deal and the coffee was..."

A Google User

"Lovely food and equally brilliant service. The coffee was up there with the best we had in Auckland during our..."

A Google User

"Fantastic service in very friendly and welcoming cafe. Very well priced. Good coffee. Consistently..."

A Google User

"Come here! In a sea of overpriced cafes, this place is good and affordable. And they do All Day Breakfast, which are the three most important words..."

A Google User

"Simple place with delicious food. Love their Eggs Benedict with bacon. Great value for..."

A Google User

"Excellent breakfast, if a coffee drinker, quite nice just order an extra..."

A Google User

"Great all day breakfast options. Tasty and satisfying. Good coffee..."

A Google User

"Great food, very good price, simple clean fresh decor, friendly staff, easy..."

A Google User

"Nice food. Cheapest coffee or tea at $3. Nice friendly..."

A Google User

Good Day

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great coffee from Supreme and lovely good honest food - Had the sardines with five oats. Definitely will come..."

Jason Chow

"Great little spot for a well made coffee and some super-tasty food. I had the Good day stack - Yum! Great, friendly but no intrusive staff. All round..."

Brent Wimmers

"Always 5 star! Superb all round with the best service. Thanks Dan &..."

Brett Young

"Jackie and Dan are amazing. They remember your name and your favourites and create a wonderful 'local' environment. Not only that but the coffee and..."

Michelle van Gaalen

"The BEST avo smash on toast I have ever had. Thanks guys. As a local business we are so lucky to have such an awesome cafe across the..."

Danelle Snowden

"Best coffee I've had in a long time. Their staff are super friendly and the interior decoration of the cafe is really nice. Nice little cafe for..."

Lisa L

"A secret little gem, good food at good prices, great coffee and friendly service. Good tunes & ambience too, this little place knows how to do the..."

Louise Ngaei

"Had the smashed peas on toast. Very delicious and not your everyday brekky so felt like a treat without the guilt. Good portion size too (as in..."

Abby Repia

"Great cafe! Really enjoyable experience. Great coffee and really enjoyed the good day stack! Every time I have visited the staff have been very..."

Kev Carlisle

"Love this place! Great service, yummy food, not over priced, just absolutely perfect! A great little gem close to home for us eastern suberbers...."

Lauren Faram

"A hidden gem in Orakei. Easy parking! Great service surprisingly good tasting food and coffee was on point! Price was more than reasonable. Portion..."

SMINT400

"Friendly staff and delicious bagels. Coffees are mostly great just one of our three cups was little burnt. But overall delicious food and great..."

J Li

"Great coffee, and at last a cafe in Orakei I want to visit. It's small and cozy, with cute flowers on the tables and a real locals vibe. Not a huge..."

David Palfreyman

"Having a bad day? Hop into the eastern burb's latest addition to this city's ever-expanding cafe culture; Good Day Cafe. If the name's not enough,..."

Monica

"Great cafe with friendly waitstaff. All 5 of us are gluten free and they had no problems accommodating us. They have GF bagels or Gluten Free Nut..."

Charlotte Whitmore

"Super friendly staff and good food and drink. Great neighbourhood cafe. Have had the carrot cake a couple times and usually get an oat milk mocha or..."

R & N

"Friendly and cosy local cafe with great coffee, pastries, and brunch. I absolutely love this place and always have got incredible service. Would be..."

James Theakston

"Such a good local. The owners (ex-Dizengoff) are really friendly and make a great coffee. We usually pick up sandwiches from here, but today decided..."

Lena Jenkins

"I liked the food and the coffee, service also very good. Cafe was busy, so popular with locals. Some parking on street outside cafe. Maybe because..."

Craig Mackey

"I'm always looking for something unique when I try a new place. "Good Day" has that for me with there sardines on toast dish. As a poor kid in G.I i..."

Toko Ngakiau

"Super friendly staff and very warm and welcoming atmosphere. Funky and hip song playlist too. Came here with my brother and ordered the B.L.T which..."

Shani H (rubbyducker)

"Tasty food and good variety. Great coffee. Busy cafe. Will definitely go..."

Brodwyn Hemana

"Picked up a beautiful coffee this morning. I have to say it could well be the best in the area by far. Service was quick and the place is cosy and..."

Sterling Arnet

"Good day for a supreme flat white $5.61, says $5.50 on the menu, tips must be compulsory here or it's a Sunday surcharge lol. Sunday 10 July..."

Dave P

Lifewise Merge Cafe

"Was told about this place and now its my go to morning coffee and breakfast. Great service, great food, excellent coffee. Cant wait to have time to..."

Brett Goodchild

"Love the vibe, the people, the food, the coffee and of course the heartbeat. You guys are a blessing to those..."

Nguyen Dang

"Thank you for an amazing week of food. Will be supporting you in the future at any opportunity we have and telling everyone we know about you. Keep..."

Joanne Powell

"Great breakfast and the charity is so worthwhile too! To help out please make sure that you pay it forward by adding an extra $4 to your meal...then..."

Nigel Church

"I remember coming here a few years back and it was only $3 for their meals!! Loved this place & the food was on point & straight from the HEART! Met..."

Serena Karanga

"I love the diversity of the place... Reminds me of shortland st...��... Gr8 work my..."

Kat'z Rush

"Quality food and welcoming staff. I met some lovely people and found the environment very comfortable. The free wifi and charging points are also..."

Tobie Date

"Had a great coffee and scone today, good service, lovely atmosphere. Thank you..."

Nicolien de Vries

"it's such a nice place with great staff and awesome food. I would always come back when I am in Auckland, thanks a lot..."

Hannah Springmann

"Went for lunch today - good food, great service, great atmosphere & an excellent..."

Karen Wihongi-Ceberg

"The people are amazing, and the food. Fabulous - fresh, and..."

Levonne Hughes

"Ki ora Koutou mihi mai ra e manakitanga he tangata o ihoa, matua tama wairua tapu e anahera pono te hei mauri ora. i like to personally acknowledge..."

Ko Rawiri SearsNgatai

"Just had lunch with a bunch of members from Toi Ora and had the best fish pie with crunchy broccoli.The chef really knows how to make the meals..."

Eva Trombik

"value for food is excellent here and the meals are served with genuine courtesy and friendliness, unlike the growing epidemic of bourgeois,..."

Lyn Sharpe

"Merge on K Road is not your typical designer-hipster café, but out of all our eat outs, this has been the most memorable. Starting as a soup..."

Husk Creative

"Great people doing fantastic things for our community members in need of help. The food it satisfying straight up meals that are so cheap..."

Debsjunkyard

"Had a great lunch at Merge café today. Food was hot, tasty, cheap and just what we needed on a cold winters day. Recommend this place to..."

Katee Waetford

"I've enjoyed a couple of lunches at the Merge Cafe, and have always gone for the hot lunch option, despite a tempting-looking range of cabinet food..."

Jess Hale

"Wheelchair accessible and the most inclusive, accessible to all people, disabled and non-disabled I have ever experienced. Food was cheap plentiful..."

lorri Mackness

"A high level tasty food at a very affordable value of $4.00. Today’s meal is spaghetti meatballs. I just want to dive in to my meal and enjoy the..."

Eugene Man

"Great place to come especially for the homeless - my son lives meeting all the people who worked here and some of the homeless people..."

Carmen Smith

"This beautiful space and cafe has been there for my son and I when we have been struggling whilst I dealt with life threatening health issues. I will..."

Alyssia Joyce

"Such a great way to support the cities vulnerable. $6.00 for a roast meal. PAy it forward $12.00. Someone in need gets a free Roast Meal as..."

Charmaine Baker

"Always good to see Manu and the team, your greeted with a smile thatnk you to all those involved with Lifewise Merge..."

Haydon Ngakuru

"Couldn’t thank the Staff and lifeWise merge enough they have been there for my son and i through thick and thin when times were tough. Not mention..."

Alyssia Joyce

"For a non profit organisation, their menu is worthy of any customer...rich or poor. Most of the staff are volunteers with better customer service..."

Jacki Tane

"The lunch was very tasty and for the decent price of $4. The staff is really friendly but the best thing of this cafe is the purpose of helping..."

Magdalena Pawelec

"Working in CBD my favorite place to grab a meal. Affordable prices and Staff are very friendly especially Manu who fills my whole dish everytime and..."

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Bluebells Cakery - Commercial Bay

"Lovely cupcakes. My favourite is the banana it is so moist and delicious and I appreciate that they aren’t too sweet. The icing to cake ratio is..."

Joe F

"When it comes to special occasions like Christmas and Teachers Day, Bluebells Cakery, conveniently located in Commercial Bay, is a fantastic choice...."

Tammy-Jade Collymore

"This cafe is adorable. With pink walls, fresh flowers on each table, and even a baby blue espresso machine, it feels like you’re in a dream. We..."

Erin Thomas

"It's a tiny space; lovely interior though. And it's a perfect spot for us! We'll certainly visit..."

Joseph Forteza

"The vanilla cake and custard cream cupcake were amazing. Very friendly..."

Martha Casantosan

"I was feeling like a cupcake so thought I’d stop by Bluebells when I needed a cafe to pass the time in, but it turns out Bluebells is so much more..."

Rebecca Spencer

"Beautiful cafe and delicious cakes! Plenty of options for gluten free and the staff are friendly. Highly..."

catrin thomas

"Great coffee and cupcakes. Friendly staff with excellent..."

Vi Duc Phan

"Sweet little cafe, the high tea was great! Highly recommend for small groups (the café space is quite small so large groups would be squishy)...."

Mishaela Brown

"Cute, creative, craveable, and every other positive C-word you can think of. High Tea was adorable - from the floral plates to the dainty treats and..."

Jt

"Amazing shortbreads and macarons, I ordered some shortbreads and macarons for work fairly last minute from commercial branch, the older gentleman was..."

S Lau

"Good coffee and delicious cupcakes. Just the right size and icing to cake ratio. We managed to score the corner spot so had a comfortable afternoon..."

Clare Milford

"Liberty was very helpful and patient on the phone regarding a delivery. She went above and beyond to provide exceptional..."

Korben Homes

"For charming old pink ladies or like-minded. It is not often that we find a small space cafe with old-world charm in a shopping mall. But there you..."

Nir Schnapp

"Following a leisurely meander through the retail precinct of Commercial Bay, I was excited to discover Bluebell’s Cakery on the ground floor by..."

Taylar W

"Yesterday a friend and I stopped in for a coffee and a bite to eat while doing some shopping. Not only do they have delicious food and coffee, but..."

Danielle Marlow

Carram Deli And Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

"Fantastic service. Lovely beef curry. Great flavour. Tender meat. Highly recommend going!! Also don't forget to get brownie. They are the best around..."

RYAN WARD

"Really like their curry beef, well cooked beef with tomato and very spicy curry! Nice combination and flavour! It’s very hot. I like it! Coffee..."

Yinansong.nz

"Super friendly, great service. Even better the food! We had the all day breakfast. Very generous on the hollandaise- which gets this review a 5 by..."

Cushla Foley

"I absolutely love this restaurant. Coming from a place with tons of Vietnamese restaurants, we are particular about our pho, banh mi, and Vietnamese..."

Jourdene Rosella

"Lovely food, with two separate Malaysian and Vietnamese menus ( my favourite Asian cuisines!) the lemongrass chicken salad was a large portion, and..."

Natasha Watson

"I came yesterday and the spring rolls were pretty good. Then I tried a bowl of Pho, It worth the money. Highly recommendable! I wait not too long to..."

Pham Tran Chi Huy

"Went for lunch in Devo and saw a cafe that sell Vietnamese food and was curious so I gave it ago and boy was I delighted I had the bun mi and my bro..."

Dimitrios Ramaiyah

"Highly recommendable. Unbeatable service in Devonport. I go there nearly every day for the country tunes and eggs benedict and coffee. James is a..."

Oscar Brewer

"Had Chicken Laksa there and it was absolutely delicious and a very good value for the money! The 2 guys that worked there were also extremely..."

Ron Craw

"Just good all round special breakfast 🍳...the special is a good deal !!...bacon and eggs and coffee for $12 ...in the morning .../and quick as I..."

Mike

"Friendly staff with a good selection of appealing food and drinks. Caters well to all the different reasons you want to go to a cafe - quick coffee,..."

Siobhan Lenehan

"It’s a lovely place with the most delicious malaysian food and very friendly staff! I definitely recommend coming here if you visit Devenport, even..."

Wanda

"Best deal in village for breakfast. Bacon and eggs with free coffe. Breakfast was amazing and organic coffee was so good. Surely gonna come..."

Denni Gurung

"Amazing food, service and coffee! Had vegan salad which was amazing, so filling, fresh and tasty. The coffee which they make themselves was amazing..."

Rose

"We Came to explore to devonport, chose randomly Carram, bacon and eggs... Pouched with toast..wonderfulMy Wife said the best and i Believe her..."

Ramon Cerecer

"Great relaxed atmosphere.Very friendly and accommodating staff.The food is a choice of European and Malaysian and very wholesome...."

Andrew Reeve

"Great sunny spot for lunch with outdoor seating. I come here weekly and the roti is the best I've had in NZ , fresh and flaky, for $6 it is a steal!..."

Natalee Tan Yee Wei

"We were enjoyed walking in Devonport and we've found this restaurant accidentally which we have no regret to walk in for our late Sunday lunch. All..."

Sharon Chin

"Just had the most amazing brunch, everything was as delicious as it looked. My personal favourite were the soft and light corn fritters. We just..."

Gunsandroses

"Adore the build your own breakfast option, coffee was Devine. The house carrot cake was particularly good. The decor and service was spot..."

Sean Appleby

"Recommend everyone to go and try delicious food and coffee 👌. Especially beef curry. Excellent service and great price. Really enjoyed and wanna..."

Nabinapun1493

"Excellent service and friendly staff. Food was delicious and the coffee was amazing. We will definitely be back and will be telling all our friends..."

Caitlin Rowe

"Excellent Cafe and lots of Food options. Portion size is big which is a plus. Great area too. Would recommend the Beef Curry for brunch or Omelette...."

Jc Rabena Canapi

"Nearly walked past....But so pleased we stopped. lovely people (in particular the young man I think from Nepal) and fantastic food. My wife had..."

Arthur Meakin

"I've just finished eating here and so pleasantly surprised. Had the beef Mamak curry and it was divine. Others at the table had the laksa and also..."

Chloe

"Excellent cafe! Best in Devonport for value, friendly staff, good coffee and yummy cabinet and menu food. Recommend the date scone and the $5..."

Lucy Lindfield

"Best turmeric latte I have ever had and lovely cafe with delicious salads and savouries. Good customer service. Perfect place to have a lovely cup of..."

Sunil Karki

"The best beef curry in 12 years of my life in NZ. Tender beef with rice. Excellent all the time.Can't wait to bring the family.The burger..."

Yenegh Badimayalew

"Took a ferry looking for a quick small bite and a coffee and left having second breakfast including an incredible date scone. If you’re looking for..."

Stéphane Mead

"Great coffee in a generous cup with tasty reasonably priced food served by friendly staff. $10 kids menu - this is the kids French toast - comes with..."

Giovanni Dozzi

"Fantastic restaurant! Pho is amazing and authentic (didn't survive long enough for a pho-to!). Banh mi is so good that after I ordered (and devoured)..."

Jourdene Rosella Aguon

"Went this afternoon with my mum. The man at the desk was very friendly. Not super noisy. The roti and curry was yummy, and I am thankful they let me..."

Maia Jefferies

"I had the Malaysian chicken curry and 2 roti... they were both DE-licious! Home made, authentic and a really good price. Staff were very helpful and..."

Geff Gomez

"I’m a big fan of coffee, a huge fan of a breakfast and absolutely love great service. Some places can usually manage 1/3, 2/3 but rarely and I mean..."

Mark Cooper

"Great food, great prices, great service. My favorite cafe in New..."

Tyler Sparks

"I'm a regular at this cafe and love it. Wonderful coffee and sweet treats. Salads and sandwiches are fantastic too. A couple friendly young guys run..."

Elizabeth Tobias

"Awesome food and well priced... chicken salad was amazing an fresh very friendly..."

Nick Jenks

"Best Malaysian food we have encountered outside Malaysia. Good coffee too. Friendly service and good value. Also serves western..."

Arnold Jagdmann

"The beef curry here is THE best curry I've had in New Zealand and one of the best ever anywhere. James also has an Indian restaurant in Birkenhead..."

Chris Lindley

"Great service, very tasty food, great coffee. Brilliant price. Highly recommended for a quick snack or a lasting..."

Hamish Ivey

"Amazing food, full plates and great..."

Petra Kukard

"Excellent value and great food as usual but will miss James and the family when they leave Monday but will be sure to go and see them up at Mulan in..."

Select Home Services

"Great coffee, delicious food and really lovely staff. Would definitely..."

Riley Behrens

"Amazing customer service, delicious coffee, nice atmosphere, super-fast wifi. Definitely..."

Annika Haataja

"Delicious food and great staff! Gluten-free and vegetarian..."

Chelsea Dill

"Great coffee and service. Good range for lunch or breakfast..."

Ken Nicod

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

Mottletop Espresso Bar

Wheelchair Accessible

"This is the most amazing place. And best of all it is in papakura. Well thought out establishment. Friendly staff cool theme and superior coffee. ..."

Kareen Leijh

"Awesome Service. Come in stuffed after work. Welcomed by the best service coffee and manners. Thanks for the service William..."

Tracy Hema

"Lose my mind each time I eat there, the coffee is to die for and they have a fantastic..."

Kaila Dewstow

"Great Establishment, Good prices Lovely people I had a flat white it was warming for the cold windy..."

Connor Gear

"This was my first time at Mottletop as I have recently moved into the area. I was pleasantly surprised to be introduced to such a lovely place with..."

Bronwen Tollan

"What a great place. I love this place so much I go at least once a week sometimes twice a week to have a coffee & something yummy to eat. Even my..."

Desiree Ready

"Best bran muffin ever, friendly staff & delicious coffee. Quirky little set-up with lots of character, loved it. Think you should consider opening a..."

Kimiora Rewiri

"Excellent brunch, the croissants are so good we simply couldn't get enough of!..."

Bonnie Chongston

"Awesome place food always good and great coffee plus wonderful..."

Annette Smith

"Great mocha frappe/iced mocha • Wouldn’t say it was the best I’ve had however does live up to the reviews. Will definitely need to try food..."

Coupl’a Foodies

"Trendy little place to grab a bite and coffee to go. Mocha was spot on and muffin was tasty as. Been here a few times now.......highly recommended..."

Amy Jack

"Lovely place to have a bite to eat. My partner and I got a mushroom and spinach eggs Benedict and a chicken and cranberry bagel. The Benedict is the..."

Mhairi_Hastings

"Salad is great. Flat White, very seldom to have such good coffee taste. Cheese scone is with some onion chops inside. Yummy. Just the price is a..."

Tim

"The best-iced coffee I've ever had and great service. Perfect amount of sweetness. Would definitely recommend to others. It is a must try for..."

Sarah Sherlock

"coffee supreme coffee is the best coffee out there. can't be beaten. so good to find this place that served coffee supreme. great coffee and friendly..."

Charles Salesi French

"Best muesli in town 👌👌👌👌Great cabinet rolls, baps, sandwiches etc too....Am yet to try anything else as I Love the muesli too..."

Jessikaa Kararaina Mareroa

"Good coffee nice surroundings quick service and great food. Eggs were fresh and bacon was real, none of that water injected stuff. Bought a scone..."

Jayne Gutry

"The ham and cheese croissants are a very moorish delight. Ham off the bone / mild mustard and Ideal warmed up with the morning coffee. Well worth..."

James Fraser Butler

"Great food, friendly staff and a fabulous vibe. Found on a Monday when our first choice was shut. Very pleased we did too. Coffee was good too...."

Deborah Watson

"Great little spot in Papakura. Quirky decor & odd chairs & tables that don't match which adds to the atmosphere.Coffee nicely made. Had a pear &..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"A cute little place that serves consistently great tasting coffee and always has a good selection of food available on the counter. I've eaten many..."

Liv

"The lady who bakes here is awesome ☺️ Her gingernut slice is to die for , along with the scrummy brownies and choc tarts 💕❣ the decor..."

Kaaaaaailah

"AMBIANCE: Honest and homely. Family kitchen feel with natural woods and exposed brick. This is one of those cafes that is miles away, but everyone..."

Comestible Consultancy

"Great tasting coffee everytime! Lovely staff and one of the best options for the area, good selection of cabinet food, only thing I would say is the..."

Lauren Chrysie

"Our local coffee bar- great coffee they use an amazing coffee (supreme-on of my fav) always fast and friendly- only down fall is they should do more..."

Chloe-Mae

"Best cheese scones in aucklandConsistently great coffeeAlways incredible food, but don't expect a huge selection - quantity doesnt..."

Kathryn

"Great place, fantastic coffee and food. Very friendly owners. Best thing that happened to Papakura. Great now that there is more room to sit. Great..."

Fizzy

"Friendly, great Coffees, good morning tea food, plenty of good..."

Martin Hill

"It is lovely and warm and the owners are a lovely couple. I have been healthy with an egg cucumber bun but also indulging in a cheese and onion scone..."

Rebecca KEENAN

"A great little, quaint coffee place in Papakura with a great vibe, a wall of quirky material, a library of books and a piano for those talented..."

Puru Johnson

"Mottletop Cafe in Papakura is such a homely delightful local cafe and what I love most about this place are the club sandwiches and roti rolls, not..."

Taylar W

"Mottletop coffee is one of the best cafes around papakura..its affordable and cheap ..the mocha, macchiato and cappuccino are the best......"

Habesha Zena

"Love this little cafe, great food and coffee, lovely decor, relaxing to sit and chat for all morning. Local cafes at its..."

Bonnie Wong

"On recommendation of a local, my partner and I went here. Really enjoyed the experience. Great decor - love the mix and match approach, that was..."

Adam White

"Yes, you can get good coffee here but the food should be mentioned. They offer many healthy options, meals that feel wholesome and also some sweet..."

Simon Peters

"Great little cafe. Very tasty and reasonably priced food with a lot of variety and a good selection of organic free range and gluten free options...."

Anthony Peterson

"Its our family favourite breaky spot. The Omelette - once you go free range with this dish, you will never go caged again. And the coffee, it's the..."

Tracy Nahi

"Wholesome soup of broccoli, corn & spinach with five-grain toast . . . stunning espresso - smoothly mellow and lasted a good couple of hours...."

Christopher Bailey

"Outstanding coffee at Papakura and around I have had after a very long time. Much appreciated Janice 👌 You make a difference for everyone who..."

Amit Munjal

"One of the best coffees in Papakura (Coffee Supreme) but disappointed that they automatically put our three coffees in take out cups - we didn't..."

Gemma Dutton

"Great omelette! Coffee was delish & made how I wanted it, especially since I wanted a small glass latte with ginger & cinnamon sprinkles, would..."

jaime samuel

"Best café in Papakura! eg cooked breakfast, fresh croissants, rolls, roti or sandwiches. Their own cookies, muffins, savouries, scones, soup,..."

Elsa Bakker

Albert Park Cafe And Espresso

"I love this cafe! I have tried the counter food and the kitchen food and both were great. The Omelette was huge and I couldn't finish the whole..."

Renie

"I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at this cafe. It has a nice cozy feel to the place (probably because there is a soft couch) with overly friendly..."

Crackerjacker

"Love this place, it's almost like a hidden little gem for me since I would find myself here to be super relaxed when everything is busy. Food are..."

Charis Yang

"Love this little cafe that's tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Queen Street. The staff are friendly and the decor gives it a cosy..."

Ming_Angela Y

"Came in for a morning tea snack with a friend today after handing in our assignment. We walked pass this cafe in the morning on the way to uni and..."

Rosanne Choy

"I went there for lunch, and I had Blackstone Eggs which consisted of two pieces of sourdough, two poached eggs, fried potatoes and roasted tomatoes...."

Amy Mah

"Wow!!! Lovely place! Only negative was the feel of the place and the interior. My picture is of the nice corner, other than that the interior is not..."

Josefin Dahl

"Consistently good food, service and place to hang out. Love the size and the decor. Staff that are friendly, accommodating. Pure inner-city..."

AGB

"I haven't done a review in so long but this place is practically begging for one, so here goes. Albert Park Cafe is one of the few places I'm..."

Jamie Chiang

"Lovely, friendly employees, cosy place (they provide books), delicious coffee and amazing customer service♡ I am in love with their caramel..."

Clairine Baharrizki

"I like this place! Its a little different. I like their outdoor seating, their tasty water, their coffee and their snacky food. I'd like it more if..."

Mysticmojito

"Lovely setting and friendly staff. Good choice of cabinet and menu food. My bacon and chicken roll was delicious; the tasty bread was perfectly..."

Kerry

"Tried their Mushroom Omelette and Banana and Berry Smoothie for breakfast. The portion was great. And everything in the food were fresh and..."

Jade0289

"I had a meeting in Kitchener Street a few weeks ago amd the PA brought us back some toasted sandwiches for lumch. I had to ask the PA where she..."

Joseph Taleni

"The eggs benedict here is to die for! I love how cozy the cafe is as well, it's a really nice place to go for brunch with friends and just chill...."

Florencia

"Love this place.Food is always delicious, and coffee is usually on point. A great place to go if you're a student and need a study nest. Free..."

Penguin93

"I came here last week for brunch before spending a few hours at the library for research. It was a bit of a nostalgic trip as I haven't been for..."

Kerryj

"Came in here for the first time with my dad for breakfast and ordered the mr.Benedict. It came with bacon and spinach and these garlic crispy bread..."

Erica Peck

"Surprise find! This is a lovely cafe, clean, nice decor! I had a wonderful salmon bagel which was full! My partner had a great looking ham sandwich..."

Chloe Smith

"Came here for brunch a while ago with a friend and had a good experience. This little cafe is super cute and staff are friendly. I had the garden..."

Sophia O-W

"Super cute and tucked away. Atmosphere and decor is very relaxed and home-like yet still maintains a classy elegance to it. Food is delicious and..."

Pamela Chia

"Great value. Excellent breakfast..."

David Willett

"Holly and her crew are amazing, food made on site is delicious, and the sweets are to die for. Best cinnamon brioche in Auckland, and don't get..."

Bernard

"This cafe's food is much superior to most other cafe's. Their beetroot and lentil dish is a standout.They make very good coffee and the..."

Camilla Dadson

"LOVE the food here and the staff. Always friendly and obliging. The food is tasty and adventurous. Coffee is great as well! Today I had a "Warm..."

Judy

"It's so good to have this little oasis with a good coffee and yummy little pastries so close from the madness of the city or university. Definitely..."

Juku

"Amazing in every way!Coffee made to perfection, with a glorious silky milk, served by excellent staff. Pleasure was had with every sip, on..."

Haley

"With regard to the last post, this must have been a rare bad day for these guys as i come here all the time and it is definitely one of my favourite..."

Chris

"A morning doesn't go by when I don't think of coming in here! Great coffee, great people and breakfasts are awesome. On a sunny day it's..."

Hayley Morris

"I really like the coffee and ambience here.I have tried various other cafes and still like the coffee here best of all. ..."

KW Salmon

"A quaint little cafe tucked away on Kitchener St; I popped in for a quick coffee break between University classes. The place was dimly lit, and..."

Helena Chen

"Loved this cafe. Cozy place for conversation, breakfast/lunch and coffee. Friendly staff, recommend if you're in the area. The only negative was..."

Erica Stoner

"every bite of this brunch was DELICIOUS. I wanted more! Black stone eggs ($19.50) and a flat white. Friendly service and felt very welcoming...."

cu y

"A warm, friendly and cozy cafe where many locals seems to frequent. It was obvious that many were return customers and the staff were friendly and..."

Sue Menon

"Great place with friendly owners. George (his beautiful back is on the photo) is a man behind cakes, sandwiches and scones which he personally makes..."

David K

"Loved loved loved the food and coffee at this chic little cafe. The guy on the counter was super sweet and very happily replaced meat with veggies as..."

divya verma

"Nice chilled place for breakfast, would highly recommend. Great food- really tasty. Coffee also..."

Hamish Campbell

"Little cozy place. The omelette in skillet are really good. Good coffee too. Would come back again if around the Albert..."

Michael Zhao

"Excellent coffee, great selection of healthy food. Friendly staff. Convenient to CBD, Albert Park and Auckland Art..."

T Bray

"We’d just landed and needed a filling breakfast, this certainly did the trick. Beautiful place with outdoor seating option. Omelette was good, just..."

Dana Borrero

"Outstanding. Scones were awesome, great coffee. Nice..."

Brian Gilmer

"Tip top brekkie with dynamite coffee. Also has great ambience and super cute tables outside on the slope...."

Caeser Rocksmith

"We came back twice to this lovely cafe.. The smoothies are amazing! On the second day we both had cooked breakfast - really delicious! High attention..."

Greg D

"Charming place with excellent coffee. Enjoyed thoughtful polite service and a great laid back local vibe. I had a flat white which was smooth and..."

Jodi Hunt

"Fantastic atmosphere, friendly staff, and great food + coffee. An underrated treasure in the heart of Auckland..."

Tommy Tung

"Coffeearoma nearly like in Italy. Very tasty Cappuccio and a delicious..."

Orang Utan Klaus

"This is a lovely spot, particularly coming into the nicer weather. The owner/operators are very nice. It is quite spacious and a good place to sit..."

Tayla

"Great coffee, friendly staff, calm vibe and a nice central location. The food was delicious - we had The legend (which was legendary) and the..."

Martyn Haigh

"The best breakfast I ever had. Small cosy place with friendly staff, a lot of amazing different breakfast choices, it's beautifully served and takes..."

Anton

Dear Jervois

85/100 (2060 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Ordered the shashuka gluten free and asked for extra feta which was a good decision to add some extra flavour. I could’ve done with a little more..."

Elise D

"Ordered the mushroom and potato rosti stack along with eggs on toast and a few sides/extras. The iced chocolate was probably one of the best I’ve..."

#fatlyfe

"Went there on a public holiday and the place was crowded! Food took awhile to be served but it was definitely worth the wait! Love the food!..."

Annie Low

"A great brunch reverses the pains from the night before. Hungover and clutching to dear life we decided on Dear Jervois. The DJ Complete was awesome...."

Amindha Fernando

"After several friends telling me great things about this place, we decided to try it out.It is definitely a good place to have a nice breakfast..."

João Plácido

"Sunday brunch, our first time here. The place was buzzing, staff were grace under pressure. Will..."

Shreeram Mayadeo

"Love the ambiance and food. Staff were attentive too. Good spot for brunch and I’m pretty sure it’s dog-friendly as..."

Gabriella Devita Febiola

"Enjoyed brunch with friends on a Sunday morning. The cafe was busy and we were advised there was a 15 wait for a table but in the end waited only..."

Julia Louise

"I’ve been here a few times and each time has served to be a great experience 😊 From the moment you walk in to the time you walk out,..."

Sarona

"Came here for some breakfast on Saturday. Nice place with good selection on the menu. Service was great too. We had the Mermaid bowl, beautifully..."

Dora The Food Explorer

"Great place for brekky in the Herne Bay Beverly Hills area of Auckland..Love the half size benedict-perfect for me, and a great coffee goes down..."

Golden Years

"Had heard lots of reviews raving about Dear Jervois and had to check it out myself. The food was fresh, with different options to suit dietary..."

Hannahmareecarr2

"Love the whole experience of Dear Jervois, have tried most dishes on the menu and they all are great. Stoked that the open Snö. Try and visit..."

Lily

"Cool atmosphere, Got to sit outside under shelter which was nice as it had lovely plantations. Food was good but not amazing. Ordered the waffles and..."

Cheapeatobsession

"Perfect #brunch spot for the weekend! Dear Jervois’ reputation preceeds itself as we struggled to find an outside table to seat our doggo (a major..."

Aless

"Tried this cafe for the first time today and it’s pretty good! The staff are friendly and the food is beautifully plated. I had the zucchini..."

Karen Chow

"Super packed place to have breakfast/ brunch at the weekend. Lovely atmosphere and the food just look so photogenic. I love the fact that there're so..."

Bella Luv Food

"Dear Jervois lands itself on Urban List’s best cafes for brekkie in Auckland. Number 9 out of 56 cafes to be exact. One thing I love..."

Fay Brown

"Good vegetarian choices. Portobello mushrooms dish is flavoursome, light and filling. if you are vegetarian, dont take 5he seat next to kitchen, sink..."

Pritika Sharma (Veg)

"Love this place so much !!!! Have only been once but loved my waffles so much, they have an original flavour i’ve never tasted anywhere and their..."

Yana Petrenko

"Always wanted to try this cafe. Finally managed to go for brunch last weekend. Staff was lovely and ambience was good. Started with drinks, Vintage..."

Nikki B

"The mermaid bowl was my favourite. Will definitely come back again to try other menu items. Highly recommend Dear Jervois. A good place for brunch...."

Dinushi Seneviratne

"It’s one of the nicest places to eat. The food generally is great in taste and good value of money. The service is nice and environment..."

BelaIna

"I have been here three time and finally I see what the rave is about. I previously had not connected with this place but I think I ordered right and..."

Matchstick Reviews

"Food is always 5 star, flavours and presentation are both fantastic. But coffee is always the downside, hope that could be improved in the..."

Bonnie Hu

"I feel like the portion size of their meals are a little bit larger than some of the other famous cafes I ordered the matcha waffles and my friend..."

G1k

"I love the food here, last two times I have ordered the vegan tacos and they are sooo good! Well made and delicious. However I tried their red velvet..."

Ieseon

"Good food and good coffee. Service staff was nice and friendly but service speed was a bit slower than we expected. Not a big fan of the hash brown..."

FoodiesTable

"I had an amazing brunch here. My eggs benedict were so tasty and perfectly cooked 10/10. Good environment, location and very friendly staff...."

Mihir Patel

"Great food and coffee, sitting out on a busy street killed the mood a bit! Interesting menu with many healthy options. Will come again, but sit..."

Shez

"Yummy food and awesome atmosphere :) can definitely tell why dear jervois is one of the top cafes in auckland. The portions were huge! Unlike the..."

Maggie Yun-ni Chiang

"Love the food, love the service and super love the coffee. The food is a bit pricey but it was worth it. Even on a busy weekend, staff are always..."

AngryWhenHungry

"Came in for brunch today. Ordered a mermaid bowl, unicorn white hot chocolate and herb waffles. Mermaid bowl was super large and really filling. The..."

Rosanne Choy

"Simple restaurant with nice food. We was lucky to had lunch here today. We enjoyed our food. I had smashed avocado with poached eggs and toasted,..."

Jewel

"Writing this review purely because I need to let the world know how amazing the savoury waffles are. Seriously some of the best I’ve had - not all..."

EddyBear

"Good strong coffee. Savoury muffin was filled with sweet chutney - the first time I have every encountered this. My companion didn't enjoy hers..."

Camilla Dadson

"We had the Best Poke Bowl I have ever tasted ❤️ great service , staff friendly and helpful and food delicious!! So worth the drive out for lunch..."

Kathleen

"Great place, great coffee! Didn’t wait long for our orders to arrive. Loved the mayonnaise that came with the fries - it had this familiar soya..."

Mrs Fihaki

"Absolutely amazing food. I have tried the mermaid bowl and vegan tacos and I really enjoyed both meals. The smoothies are nice as well, although a..."

Sofija

"There’s nothing bad to say about this place so 5 stars it deserves.Food was served with reasonable time and it was quite good. Coffee was..."

Darren Big Belly

"Wonderful cafe, friendly and easy going staff, we were able to walk in and with a short wait got our table. They catered well for kids too,..."

DC

"Love love love this cafe! One of my faves 🙌🏼 The zucchini fritter was sooo delicious, I devoured the whole dish and it was biiig! Matcha..."

Trang Tran

"Amazing customer service, staff are friendly. The food looked amazing and tasted yum. The only thing I'd complain about is the uncomfortable seating..."

Kate

"Came here for brunch today and ordered the matcha waffles and dj complete and both looked and tasted good. The waffles were almost too pretty to eat...."

Foooodie Explorer

"heartiest granola on the block hands down! not only is the food top notch but the staff are super laidback and attentive as well! this place deserves..."

T

"Always satisfying, and such healthy food! Substantial portions and very tasty too. The kitchen is always happy to tweak their dishes too. Chloe the..."

Liz Bradley

"Absolutely delicious!!! Seemed healthy too! Only little minor critique is the price, but being in Ponsonby I guess that can't be..."

Bon

"Can’t find the photos I have :( I’ve been here a few times and usually go for their granola. Super yummy and presented really nicely. It’s..."

Angela

"Sometimes you have to wait for a while to get a table but it's totally worth it. Everything I've tried in this restaurant is really good, it's a..."

Margot Vildósola

"Amazing staff, plesent environment very cozy but also quite funky. Food was outstanding, heaps of choices, great variety of vegetarian meals. Would..."

Lucy Wilson

"Vegan and vegetarian paradise, they have ample non-vegetarian options but bring a vegetarian I was surprised and took ages to decide what I would..."

Sakshi Wadhwa

"Great cafe in Herne Bay! Coffee 5/5! We had brunch here and food was exceptional and staff very friendly thank you! We were even given a free glass..."

Beccs

"Came here this weekend, ordered a variety of meals, some vegan/GF, some meat based, some kids meals, 6 of us were eating..... it was great. Lovely,..."

Sam L

"Came here on Monday for brunch. The interiors impose a very rustic, urbane and sophisticated vibe. We got the poke bowl with salmon and the..."

Oksana Zhang

"Went here with a friend and ordered the avocado toast without feta and added some vegetables to it! The bread was excellent and eggs were poached..."

Amesirv

"If you love waffles this is the best place to get it. Every time I come here I usually order the Gluten-free waffles because I just cannot get enough..."

Yeena Tran

"Very friendly staff and the food is not only super delicious but is also so pretty! I ordered the Poke Bowl which was so yummy. Also had a red velvet..."

Auckland Foodie

"Definitely one of my all-time favourite cafes in Auckland. The staff is friendly, never have to wait for more than 20 minutes for a table, the menu..."

Lizzie

"Amazing food and coffee in the heart of Ponsonby, Auckland City. Highly recommend the salmon poke bowl (with avocado, seaweed and picked ginger)..."

Lindsley Toh

"I had been meaning to check out Dear Jervois for two years now and I finally got the chance! Came in on a Sunday morning just before 11 for a..."

Hinali Patel

"Second time at this place and the food was as good as the last visit, I got the vegan taco and it was delicious and refreshing and filled the spot..."

Hannah.milne11

"Had a delicious brunch here a few days ago!I had the mushrooms which came with lentils and a potato rosti. All the ingredients worked super..."

Mun Clair

"Great cafe! Love the half size eggs bennie! Coffee is great, with a dedicated barista. This cafe has seating outside and dog..."

S B

"Dead Jervois is a well-established brunch/lunch spot in Auckland. We came on an early Tuesday afternoon (public holiday) and it was very busy. There..."

Linh 💛

"Consistently reliable local for Herne Bay with great coffee and a truly interesting menu. The savory pork waffle is worth the visit..."

Dale Spencer

"gluten free waffles were yummy as were the nutella pancakes however quite sweet, good snoothies and scones. service was great and food came out..."

Chloe Mason

"Exciting café with delicious food.I came to Dear Jervois with my family and were promptly seated by a lovely lady with a warm smile. Our..."

Vanessa Chong

"Love the half size Benny Eggs. Good coffee plus friendly service. Modern décor. Takeaway coffee can take a wee while if your happy to wait if..."

Coffee4two

"Had brunch at Dear Jervois at around 12pm and it was quite packed however my friends and I managed to get a spot down in the courtyard. One of my..."

Eggster Eats

"Definitely a lot of people in Nikes and active wear eating Eggs Benedict. But if you can brave this scene then you will find Dear Jervois a hip..."

Luke Bilbrough

"With high ratings on Zomato, I decided to drop by to try their coffee! Ordered a cappuccino, a spinach and feta cheese muffin, and a lemon meringue...."

Kirsten

"Went here for Labour Day breakfast and was told that we didn't have to book as it won't be busy. We ended up waiting for 15 mins. The food overall..."

Nikki Rae

"Dined here for breakfast on labour day and the place was packed. We had to wait 15mins to get a table staff were very friendly and attentive and the..."

Nathalie

"Amazing!!! Got the eggs bene with bacon. Was superb. Friendly wait staff..."

Vinny

"I forgot to take a picture, we ordered gluten free waffles, vegan macro, beef burger and poke bowl! Omg it’s delicious af! And all of their staffs..."

Joan Blackburn

"This place has been hyped up so I was really excited to finally go and try it for myself! I ordered the GF matcha waffles and my friend ordered eggs..."

Holly Swallow

"What an overpacked/ crowded but great place for catch ups, brunch, lunch and/ or dinner! The staff only had smiles, service was impeccable, they were..."

Rohit Victor

"It's so perfect. One of the best pancakes I have had. We ordered a breakfast taco and a pancake stack. They are just delicious! No other words! I..."

Amy Fhl

"Have heard excellent things about dear jervois from friends so we decided to give it a whirl. Service was excellent and very fast (we arrived at..."

Whitney-Dee Bawden

"Would go again, buzzing on Saturday morning and even though it was packed service was quick and great. Food was good, a little bit pricey but the..."

Hansi Dissanayake

"Poke bowl and matcha waffles are amazing. The drinks are not very memorable. However the food and ambience is enough to make me wana go back for some..."

Maria Chen

"Love the ginger latte, absolutely recommend it and I will 100% be back for another.Food is awesome too! I think they changed their menu a bit..."

Abbey Lissaman

"I'm obsessed with nice brunch lately, just love this place, nice food, nice smoothie~~ I has the zucchini fritter, absolutely love it~~ We were..."

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"The service here was good, apart from the fact that they forgot our order. But they gave us free drinks and a free blueberry muffin with butter. The..."

Dxlche

"Tried this as it had such a high rating. Coffee was great. Snoothie was delicious. But our balsamic mushrooms were bland and had too many onions for..."

Forkingfamished

"Absolutly delicious was so exited for the pancake but that omelette just wanting me to go there everyday. My friend came from wellington she said..."

Parth Patel

"The local spot for Sunday breakfast. Eggs Benedict was class. Kiwi version of a 'Full English' was superb as well. Especially the potato hash cake...."

Ethan Pakii

"Vegan Tacos are amazing Eggs Benedict quite standard but well presented . Plenty of options for vegetarians and vegan. Good service . Good..."

Sarah LA

"Went here on Queen's Birthday for lunch and it was very busy! My friends and I had the salmon lox bagel, matcha waffles, and the pancake..."

Miss H

"First time I went there they didn't greet me or anything and it was so busy. But the cafe looks amazing and love the food! Gonna check it out soon..."

Swl102802

"One of my favorite cafes in herne bay! Food and coffees are always delicious. Good service, nice and friendly staff. Never seem to disappoint. Best..."

Emily

"Amazing customer service. The staff literally made my day. They all are sooo amazing and so kind. I can't really put into words how impressed I was..."

Dineaandwine

"This is my favourite place to go for weekend brunch. We have been here several times already. It's always packed though, so sometimes hard to get a..."

Ugeshni Khan

"It's a busy place but big enough and open enough not to feel too crowded... although some people can be very noisy! came here for breakfast got..."

Donna&Shane

"Amazing smoothies, especially blueberry peanut butter. The service could be better but they were very busy so not a huge complaint there. Matcha..."

Jen De Jongh

"the place always busy. Lucky us got seated when we arrived there. waiters are busy so probably you need to ask for water, pepper, salt or something...."

Carina Chang

"Heard about this place from a friend. The place has a fantastic vibe. It looked pretty busy but we did not have to wait long at all to find a table...."

Leonardo Law

"Loving the natural light and decor of this place. I also love their waffles! Thick, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Tried the gluten..."

ShoRt

"Friendly staff. Nice dining area. Place can get very loud and busy, so not the best place for a catch up or conversation. The cuisine here is fusion..."

I_like_pickles

"I came here on the way to picking up dad from work after finishing his nightshift quite late one time. Thought it might be a good idea to get..."

Tavita Milford

"YUMMIEST. POKE. BOWL!!!!!This morning, I finally got the chance to have breakfast at Dear Jervois. My friend ordered the portebello & rosti..."

WeiTing Ashley Shyu

"Our favourate breakfast or coffee place to come to in the weekend. Its always very busy, friendly staff. Amazing selection of food and their coffee..."

Saif Nouri

"Excellent vegan and veg options here, a lot more so than most place. The service is fast and efficient and the look of the place is attractive. I had..."

Jordyn Witika

"Friggggnnnnn goooood shit , bloooody delicious. Best hollandaise and best poach eggs omg. Lovely staff too, and an absolutely great range of coffee..."

Cheekychi

"New cafes are popping up seemingly daily in Auckland. Though that should not be a threat to those that deliver consistently good food and service and..."

Andi Jandal

"◻Great tasting food◻Macha lattes◻Friendly serviceThis will be a short review, simply because everything was spot..."

Scott

"Went with family to celebrate my Anniversary and based on the ratings, arrived with great expectations. The wait was really long but the food was..."

Shruti Pathak

"This husk lunch was sans-Lou and sans-Mel due to sick-children and Fiji-frolicking (respectively), though pretty sure we'll have to bring'em back..."

Husk Creative

"Situated in lovely Herne Bay, Dear Jervois is everything you'd fancy from from a up-town, chic and high quality establishment. Having lived in London..."

Sticks, Fork & Knife

"Super cute little cafe in Herne Bay with a very well designed menu - let down by service. If only the staff could rustle a smile or a snippet of..."

Yorkshire Pudding

"Located at a prime location sorounded by all other premium boutique shops. Food and services were good. Ordered green tea waffles with nicecream. It..."

Khloe

"Almost every dish on the menu is a winner. Large portions, adequate service and a good setting. The popularity of this café speaks for itself as a..."

Tastebud Tingles

"Overall, I'd say this was good but not fantastic. We came here on a Saturday afternoon, and waited for about 10 minutes to be seated which was..."

Annie Zhou

"Heard lots of good things about this place and it definitely did not disappoint! We arrived just after 9.30 which was a good thing cause we didn't..."

Cristine Manalo

"Dear Jervois is my go-to recommendation for a brunch spot in Auckland. The food is truly a work of art and every meal I have had tastes delicious...."

Eve

"Coffee and food were good. The spicy mince packed good flavour. Would recommend booking if possible as it was quiet busy when we arrived. Overall an..."

Christophe Pereira

"Tried many times to have breakfast here but each time their was a long wait to be seated. But one day I finally had the chance and I can see why..."

Jessica

"Got the waffles with bacon and also a side of scrambled eggs (cause why not! Love trying the eggs at different cafes). It was absolutely delicious..."

Samantha Gordon

"Arrived there at around 11:00 am on last Sunday, but already lots of people were queuing up to serve a seat.Ordered one flat white coffee..."

Michelle Hwang

"Absolutely tasty and outstanding food, great service. I have been here for more than 4 times, every time I will bring different friend in. Highly..."

Mika Samuel

"We had a great brunch experience. Had to wait a bit but their friendly staff helped us find a seat soon. Food was great and they didn't take long to..."

Salim J

"In for breakfast. We really liked the menu for its multiple Gluten Free options. My friend had super food cereal which was jam packed with..."

Travis

"Wow this place is good,people que to come here so that says it all,amazing food service is ok but doesn't stop us from back 😀 keep it up people..."

Ayaan

"Great to finally try this cafe as I'd heard lots of good things - and even better to find that it lived up to its reputation.We arrived on a..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"Banging food this place produces! The home made potato hash cakes are the shizzzz and DO NOT START ME ON THE COCOA SMOOTHIE I'D EASLIY SMASH THE BACK..."

Alwayseating

"Lunch on a busy Saturday, wait time was about 10min. Staff was very friendly. Children's menu had great option. Kids burger got two thumbs up..."

Candii Cao

"Beautiful set up, great location. As a celiac it felt so amazing to have so many options and not feel like an inconvenience - a rare experience in..."

Meisha O'Donnell

"Worth the wait... Very popular place! We had to sit outside but at least there are heaters and blankets for winter! Coffee strong and a little bitter..."

Jaffa

"Overall rating: 9/10 (Salmon Lox + super berry)My expectations of food are ridiculously high and this cafe seemed to be one of the first to..."

Yunesang Yune

"Really nice atmosphere and good food here. I don't usually go for sweet foods but heard really good things about the matcha waffles so i thought i..."

Carmen Yong

"Don't let the hipsters & lycra clad yummy mummies put you off.....this place serves great coffee & good food. Our first time as queues had previously..."

Yoda

"The food was so bomb here!! We got the kimchi fried rice + beef burger. I love the fact that have so many DF / GF because me being intolerant to both..."

Judy Chhy

"I'd say that's one the best places I've been in Auckland.Firstly I went there for a coffee, since they have Flight Coffee, which has one of..."

Diogo Reck

"Dear Jervois is LIT. Come here on the regs for the eggs bene. I normally just get the half with salmon because it fills you up. Today I had it with..."

Harrison Davidson

"Loved this place! Super cute aesthetic and could order vegan straight off the menu! It was also omni friendly which meant both me and my man were..."

Danni 'Switches' Busch

"Great options for vegans! Amazing Beetroot and berry smoothie and both the be good vegan and soba noodle salad have so many different and unique..."

Emmawilson

"I heard so much about Dear Jervois and finally had a chance to visit and try this place out. As you can see in the picture, plating of the food here..."

Jay

"You can never go wrong with an eggs benie, especially from dear jervious!! Absolutely amazing! Everything was on point and that home made hash brown..."

Natalie

"Came here for brunch, absolutely beautiful food and variety of food to choose on the menu. Creative dishes available for breakfast and lunch. Berries..."

Lillian Chao

"This is without a doubt my favourite cafe in Auckland. As someone who suffers from coeliacs I was highly impressed with the menu and the amount of..."

Sasha McCormick

"Have been here once before and liked the vibe so returned here today for brunch and the experience was as previous without much to complain..."

Ivan Koay

"Only went there because it was the only cafe that I could find on my way to work in the morning, but WOW they make good coffee. Didn't have the time..."

Seok Heon Lee

"Entering this cafe for the first time and being welcomed by a Dandy Warhols album blaring and warm friendly staff was just the start of a great..."

Kieran

"So glad that this neat little place has opened up so close to my work! Love going here for brunch, so glad I don't have to drive to the Shore for..."

Devika Naik

"This bustling cafe is always such a great option for a sat morning brunch, if you can brave the queue! Have been here a couple of times now, I can't..."

Sophie-fern Wright

"One of the most delicate cafes in Auckland! The decor of this cafe is beautiful, the coffee is on point and the food is very special. The menu is..."

Winnie Luo

"Always very busy! Beautiful decor with okay selection of sweets in their cabinetI believe original owners were from the Ben Gusto days in Browns..."

Thegreeats

"Food was tasty, our waitress was lovely and very attentive! The chicken salad was a bit on the small side but still very tasty. The cold brew was..."

Tania Ostick

"Cool little place in Herne bay but the food was quite bitsy although nice. The asparagus breakfast came with nothing but asparagus and the ugly..."

Marley

"Good food // amazing smoothies // healthy and organic// gluten and dairy free availableI've heard so much about this place and was really..."

Gabriela Glory

"Love this place for sunday brunch so busy still the food comes out beautiful and fast. Coffee is ok the service is great and price is reasonable for..."

Brendan

"Such a chilled and friendly atmosphere, really loved the interior. Had a soba salad and grilled salmon with poached eggs - both were delicious! Not..."

Kenzi Yee

"good staff teally nice atmosphere and the food we ordered was really nice even though i didnt end up finishing it. They were a bit pricey but worth..."

Rose

"Great!! The chef understands the vegetarian needs, there was lots of flavor in my zucchini fritter... and it was a substantial size without a plate..."

Annie Jean

"I've been to this place a few times now and am always underwhelmed with the food. It's not horrible or bad, but not spectacular or memorable..."

Charlene Weaver

"Arrived here at 2pm on a Saturday and there was a line! We decided to wait for a table. So happy we did! We ordered the bacon, scrambled..."

Louise MacNaughton

"We really enjoyed the place, the food and the coffee. Reminded me of Little King in Milford which is also a favourite spot. I had the haloumi bagels..."

Corina Elama

"This place is not overrated. If you hear people raving about it, it's because it really is that good. The waffles are to die for - had the bacon and..."

G

"My favourite cafe for Sunday brunch! Still return here often after moving further away. Love the creamy mushrooms and the mushroom hash stack dishes...."

Caitlin Snodgrass

"Really good! The service is good and the food is amazing, value for money! I liked that they have a lot of vegan/gluten free options, which makes it..."

Sophia Ignateva

"Dear Jervois deserves a 5/5 from me just for their green eggs and thick bacon. To me, it's gotta be one of the most delicious and satisfying things..."

Wilson Chau

"Came here for brunch on Sunday for a catch up with friends. It was busy, but we were seated pretty much instantly, from then on the service was..."

Millie McCaughan

"This cafe really lives up to the pumping Ponsonby atmosphere. It looked pretty busy when we arrived, service here from the get go was great - greeted..."

HJ

"Love this place! The food/coffee is consistently awesome. It's really busy in the weekends, and sometimes the service can be average due to the staff..."

Damon

"Came here for breakfast this morning, and I really enjoyed it! We were seated and given water and menus very fast. The staff were really friendly and..."

Maddie

"Great service, was seated very quickly and water was given almost instantly. Ordered poached eggs and a berry smoothie, eggs were beautifully cooked..."

Rose Horgan

"I've been meaning to come her for so long! and yesterday I finally did, definitely did not disappoint! The atmosphere and service is very good! did..."

Isabella

"After envying all the stunning photos of the infamous matcha waffles & BeGoodVegans on Instagram, I had added Dear Jervois to my list of to-go's many..."

Kellie Lee

"Recently went vegan and haven't found many cafes that cook up good vegan dishes but the quinoa kimchi salad from Dear Jervois definitely hits the..."

Lucia Zhang

"I got the creamy mushrooms which were super rich but absolutely on point. Loved the blueberry and peanut butter smoothie. Wish I lived closer to this..."

Emily Reeves

"I had been wanting to come here for ages! Last time we tried to come here for brunch, around 10:30 but it was a 30 minute wait for a table, and a 20..."

Gemma

"Always love this place for brunch. I would also reccomend coming in early on weekends or you'll have to wait for a table as they're very..."

Dl Pwat

"Dear jervois can be one of the most successful cafes by the owner from Ben gust to little king and now this. Their food is pretty good 4.5/5 and..."

Jessie Tan

"The eggs benedict are to die for! love the place , great for brunch ! good atmosphere and would definitely revisit this place #g1 great..."

GideonMarisa MasterchefNz2015

"Perfect lazy Sunday brunch spot. Was surprised with the quick wait compared to previous visits- only 20 mins at peak brunch time 11am. Filled with..."

A

"One of my favorite places in Auckland, it's always full of people regardless what day of the week it is. The staffs are very nice and helpful. Their..."

LuciferTSN

"My Dear Jarvois you were a delight. Dragged my boyfriend to start the day off with what certainly turned out to be a jolly good breakfast...."

Skye Jutivaree

"Driving through Herne Bay and playing spot the Range Rover and puffer jackets, we stumbled across Dear Jervois. Herne Bay might be getting a bit..."

Goldilox

"Fresh, healthy food. Best time to go is early in the morning around 8-9 as after those time there is normally a waiting time! Food is presented so..."

Sinéad Rose Stayton

"Exceptional menu, beautifully presented and equally delicious food, friendly and efficient staff and it's not overly pricey. Would highly recommend..."

Eden Wood

"Great location, cool decor and a tasty looking menu. Dear Jervois promises a lot, but doesn't quite deliver. Coffee is good (albeit always..."

Paul Evans

"Been here twice and the best things here (in my opinion) are the smoothies! My boyfriend doesnt usually drink smoothies but he ordered the blueberry..."

Melissa

"Have popped in for breakie here a few time in the past couple of months. Being gluten free, i love having several options to choose from on the..."

Charlotte

"Very nice coffees here. It's always busy and the staff sometimes look out of their depths and overwhelmed, but a friendly bunch.. a spacious urban..."

Biohazard

"Inspired menu in what seems to be a perpetually packed cafe. Service is good despite the constant rush. Loved the coconut seafood chowder with..."

Auckland Foodie

"Highly recommend the smoothies- in particular the cacao maca smoothie. Very busy, the service was still good. Cabinet was pretty empty when we got..."

Conner Simes

"The owners of Dear Jervois have got so much right about this lovely cafe. Great location, interesting menu and good service. You can see the care..."

Lindsay Gilfillan

"Dear Jervois is a busy spot but they have a very efficient system for getting people seated and served so it's never a major issue. There is a..."

Julia Adams

"Such a great atmosphere, friendly service from when we arrived till we left and everything in between, the food was really good and was happy to see..."

Nazah Ali

"Absolutely looooovvveeeee this place 😊 the waffles with bacon and banana are to die for!! Thumbs up to jervois will definitely be back for seconds..."

Jimmy

ThePrestonProwler

"Cute little cafe tucked in on the corner of Jervois Road! Lots of items on the menu looked yummy, was a hard decision between gluten free waffles, a..."

Georgia Dobbs

"If you want some beautiful looking food to Instagram, this is the place! What's even better is that the food actually tastes as good as it looks -..."

Monique Porteous

"Been here countless times and have tried many different dishes. Some of my personal favourites are the be good vegan and also the superfood cruseli...."

Georgia Forde

"Reliably good food here - always know what to expect and never disappointed. A lot of the time there is a long wait for a table but they make up for..."

Luisa Jamieson

"I don't know why I put off coming here for so long! After finally getting the opportunity to come for a meal here I can safely say that Dear Jervois..."

Laura Hunt

"This little wee cafe is tucked around a corner on Jervois road, it was buzzing with customers. We had a little wait on our hands but it was well..."

Mind The Crumbs

"I came here on a Saturday afternoon for a late brunch catch up with a friend. It wasn't too busy since the lunch rush was over, so we managed to..."

Helena Chen

"I've been to dear Jervois more than once and I always suggest it when someone asked where is a good brunch spot. More often than not if its a..."

Ashleigh Jacobs

"I came here for brunch with some friends for my birthday back in March - so this is a bit of a delayed review, but hopefully things have stayed just..."

Lena Duffin

"We had brunch here on a busy Sunday; I thought it was fine. Had a bagel with haloumi and a beetroot raspberry smoothie; boyfriend had salmon steak..."

Bizcochito

"Absolutely outstanding!!! We had the GF waffles, wagu mince, crab omelette, portobello hash stack and the ugly bagel. All were fantastic!! Definitely..."

Michelle Hilke

"The food is always immaculately presented and super tasty! Slightly higher pricing so not recommended if you're on a budget, but you pay for the..."

Jessica Teasdale

"Dear Jervois smells of old money - it's a place where locals demands innovation, quality and service; all of which it embodies. Ever seen green eggs..."

Gentlepig

"Have been here a few times now since the first time we ate here. I absolutely love this place for their food most especially. Excellent food..."

Ninjunkie

"I have wanted to go to Dear Jervois for so long! We finally decided to come here for lunch on Thursday and met up with another friend. Luckily for..."

Sheena

"Dear dear dear, what do we have here???? This place is decadently delicious. Good luck getting a seat! Usually packed to the brim. So food time...."

HappyTummiez

"Came here a few times now and have enjoyed every visit.Their Spicy Pork Loin salad was fresh and flavourism, albeit the pork can be a little..."

Cindy Wu

"Saturday brunch here. First visit. Had the peanut butter smoothie, mince on toast and waffles with mango ice cream and maple syrup. Had an extra..."

Jay

"Finally got to come here after months of hearing about it. I was so excited about the menu and it was a tough choice, after being conflicted I had..."

Laura Ransome

"Enjoyed a lovely brunch here on the weekend, their eggs Benedict were really good and iced chocolate was delish! Fiancé had mushrooms and he really..."

Courtney Maloyd

"This is my favourite café in Auckland and the place that I always recommend to friends. It is located in Herne Bay and is a favourite among foodies...."

Jess Pendergrast

"Brunch at Dear Jervois is always amazing. You can never go wrong with the Eggs Benedict and there is always cute cupcakes on display in the cabinets...."

Jenny Da

"Came here on a busy saturday and manage to get a seat straight away. The atmosphere is really good service was superb! Although food and coffee took..."

Joanne Chiang

"The balsamic mushrooms were simply delicious. The fit out was the product of an interesting mind. The service was excellent. Everything about this..."

Duncan Galletly

"Came here for breakfast 2 weeks ago. I have been wanting to try this place and finally did! Yay! We came on a Sunday morning, it was quite busy...."

Miss Kiki

"Most amazing brunch I have ever had. Not only was the food presented amazingly it was outrageously delicious. Loved the variety available. Coffee was..."

Katherine Simpson

"It was my first time coming to dear jervois today for lunch. There was a group of 6 of us. I ordered a flat white and the eggs Benedict with salmon!..."

Alice Bayley

"Came this morning it was extremely busy had to wait 20 minutes to be seated. Staff were really friendly and you could tell they were trying their..."

Mueslilo

"Lovely cafe great food and great coffee.Atmosphere was also good.One failure is it took 15min for a 2nd long black. But sometimes..."

Russell Hodgson

"Had an awesome experience. Friendly staff and awesome food. I got the spiced wagyu mice with avocado and beetroot and raspberry smoothie. The food..."

Lena Guo

"Love this cafe. It's often busy, of course, but the food is worth the wait. Fresh menu that appeals to most tastes and diets- it's an easy choice. I..."

Anna Harding

"Ordered the superfood cruesli and a berry smoothie. Food was good, rest of the menu looked nice too (however didn't really like the smoothie that..."

Sam Moriarty

"The staff can be a bit slow sometimes. The first time I went we were seated and the staff started taking orders from people who arrived after us. The..."

Eden Howard

"My Partner and I wanted eggs benedict but didn't want to drive to our usual in Onehunga (we live in the city)I was told about Dear Jervois..."

Rahia

"This is a nice cafe but very crowded. I like their cappuccino and waffle.The waffle is served with marple syrup and grilled banana. It..."

Cindy Ong

"Loooove this place!! Apart from being super busy (for obvious reasons) it is delicious!! The staff are so welcoming and although they could not seat..."

Sam Smith

"Saturday brunch meant there was a 20 min wait time to be seated and another 30 min wait time for food, but so worth it! Beautifully rustic...."

Phee Nicks

"Arrived this morning (Saturday) at 9.30am to a very busy Dear Jervios even though it was pouring down with rain. I appreciate that the café was..."

Hello.jennie

"Tucked in a the corner of the Herne Bay shops, Dear Jervois is an eatery on Jervois road, a hub for foodies and coffee lovers. Its large windows,..."

Rhiannon Baldock

"This had been high on my to-visit list for a long time and the wait list when I arrived for lunch one summery day spoke for itself. I cannot fault..."

Jessica Chen

"Food was good. Service was fine. This place is always busy so I thought maybe the staff would be more onto it. They seemed very..."

Max Clark

"I came here for brunch recently and the food was fantastic, great flavours and the best of all, perfect poached eggs! My berry smoothie was also..."

J.T547

"I am a lover of lines - if I see a line forming, I know that whatever I find at the end of it will be worth queuing for. And I wasn't disappointed..."

Britney Beeby

"Fantastic, I have been to Dear Jervois a couple times and they have both been amazing. I thoroughly enjoy it for breakfast first thing in the morning..."

Michael Exton

"Went to Dear Jervois for brunch on Sunday and as expected, the place was packed. We were offered a table in the courtyard. It was lovely sitting in..."

LucyGoosey

"Love this place though always busy. Food and coffee delish. Service good when they aren't too busy.. Need to go early or you'll miss out on cabinet..."

Tischris

"The food here is so good that nothing else matters. The service can be a little spotty and the waiting times for a table long, but frankly I would be..."

Samuel S Sampson

"I had the gluten free waffles with banana and bacon. Was absolutely amazing. Great presentation. Love the cafe. It's has great decor and good..."

I Love Food

"#Brunchbumpin Met up with friends for brunch on a Sunday morning, we waited 30 minutes for a table which was expected as it is such a..."

The Incredible Edible

"I've been here twice in as many days which tells you how I feel about it right off the bat. The food is great. I have tried the Prosciutto..."

Jordanne Leigh

"Definitely the place to be for your Sunday brunch - just make sure you get in early cos by 10am the waiting list is probably about 20-30mins! Will be..."

Lucyeatsakld

"Amazing cafe! Visited after hearing fave reviews and I can see why! Delicious food, great atmosphere and reasonably priced. You can also get half..."

Izzy B

"Delicious breakfasts! Also have half sizes if you're not a big eater! Great atmosphere very popular and reasonably priced. Would 100% recommend..."

Izzy

"I had been hearing great things about Dear Jervois and again, seeing mouth-watering pictures of their waffles on Instagram. So, when my cousin came..."

Georgie @ Georgieats

"A cafe full of things and people to look at - great coffee and an interesting menu with food pairings to keep you on your toes! A chef who certainly..."

Petra Rijnbeek

"This was my second visit to Dear Jervois. Sad to say it was nowhere near as good as the first. We visited around 1pm on a sunday afternoon, already..."

Mark Wilson

"Definitely one of my favourite cafés in Auckland! Our meals were full of flavour and very filling. I ordered the creamy mushroom because of all the..."

Trin

"I was in such a rush to be on time that I didn't even notice the beautiful decor of Dear Jervois at first. Cute name for a cafe with a personal..."

UltimateOmNoms

"Reminded me a lot of little king cafe on the north shore. Menu looks similar too but might be slightly different. Ordered the banana n bacon waffle..."

Peifen Chua

"Dear Jervois, you are possibly my favourite Auckland cafe of the season. Why? Food is absolutely delicious, wholesome and free range. I had the..."

Monica

"My attempt to slowly eat through Metro's 2014 Best 50 Cafes in Auckland, our next dining adventure continued at Dear Jervois. Known for their huge..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"A lazy Saturday morning calls for brunch out! We decided to try Dear Jervois as we were in the area and there are fantastic reviews.As we..."

Amy Webb

"Very attentive service which was quick in delivering great coffee. The menu has the standards plus a range of more health options. I started the day..."

David Boshier

"After trying to get in on the weekend And giving up with excessively long waiting times we went for Friday morning early breakfast and got in no..."

Jo Y

"The amount of talk surrounding this place is huge at the moment. It's the place to brunch or lunch, to grab a quick coffee or pick up a sweet treat...."

Two Dark Coffees

"Had the best soba noodle chicken salad. Light, tasty, flavourful and satisfying.I will definitely be back. The coconut beetroot balls were amazing..."

Varsha Paul

"The meal I had at Dear Jervois was very nice. The bagels were sourced from Al Browns Best Ugly Bagels and stacked with great fresh ingredients. The..."

LaraEatsAlot

"I had hear a lot of buzz about this new comer, about how amazing it is plus how they have lots of healthy food options, so of course it was at the..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Best eggs bene yet, good size meal. Great atmosphere and wonderful service. We didn't have to wait 20 minutes for a table. But the coffee while we..."

Zelda

"Loved it. Came for brunch/lunch and really enjoyed it. Our group ordered the beef burgers, soba noodle salad and eggs on toast with sausages and the..."

Kim W

"Dear Jervois is the new kid on the block on Jervois Road, Herne Bay. Just newly opened, it was an attractive must try for my foodie friend and..."

Courtney @ A Food Awakening

"Went to Dear Jervois on a busy Saturday morning. I had 20 people in my group. I decided to phone on my way there just to see if there would be..."

BevAkl

"I recently moved into Herne Bay area and have been here twicethe wait staff are lovely and polite and always have a smile on there..."

Kristy Allan

"In the 5 days since they've opened I've been twice.The coffee is excellent "Supreme" well made. Chilled Soda Water on tap.The food is..."

Nick Hutchinson

"I have been watching the building of this little gem over the last few months. It has gone from a dull old restaurant to an exciting funky hip..."

Nic Wike

"Warning... Extreme hot alert!!! Newest cafe on the Jervois Rd cafe strip, and I don't know how this works but it has a super funky interior, and it..."

Frank

"Went here yesterday with mum and I had the vege benedict- English muffin, 2 poached eggs, spinach, mushrooms and avocado. Really enjoyed this as was..."

Maddy Healy

"Nice little cafe to eat at. I had the smashed avocado with poached eggs. It was good, but there were some unnecessary spices; some extra salt would..."

Judith

"Best breaky spot in the Ponsonby area! I normally struggle to look past the DJ Complete but I went with the Eggs Benedict today and it was equally..."

Hamish Dorrington

"My absolute favourite brunch place to go!! It has the best avocado and eggs on toast and the flavours are amazing!! It’s such good quality and the..."

Alyssia

"Amazing place and great staff. Food really varied and delicious, range from cabinet sandwiches to full meals. The salmon poke was incredible..."

Kate Pitches

"Recommend the Eggs Benedict! Classic dish completed perfectly with the Hollandaise sauce being perfect, served with sour dough and a rosti. The..."

Ju W

"Stumbled upon this place while staying a few nights in Auckland. Great coffee, great food, great service. My 6 year old said they were the best..."

Nick Hayes

"Nice cafe, Rye bread is sweet and its not something i have enjoyed with my smashed avocado. Portion is not..."

Kiwifern

"Great cafe for breakfast or brunch. Make good coffee and delicious food. We had deconstructed breakfast burrito and eggs Benedict with mushrooms on..."

Kasun Ranga

"Tasty, well portioned food. A little pricey, but the quality and amount of food makes it well worth it in my opinion. Nothing truly outstanding..."

Tomas Wade

"My favourite cafe spot for coffee and breakfast. lovely staff. Only thing i could think of to improve is using fresh avocado instead of..."

pedi komai

"Top tier cafe! Our go to work spot. Great friendly staff, the blonde guy is great super friendly and always accommodating and one of the new girls..."

Tia Lindbom

"The food is great here! Very popular spot but if you time it right there's always a seat. Would highly..."

Campbell Clarkson

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"Don't think, have a drink! And if your hungry the food is great too! Honestly was up the road at the butchers son they were at around 40%full and the..."

Bianca T

"I came here 3 times in 4 days during a stay in Auckland, that’s how much I enjoyed the food and wanted to come back and try the rest. Overview of..."

Sophie Baker

"Great cafe for brunch in Ponsonby with an extensive menu offering plenty of classics such as eggs benedict and also many vegetarian and gluten free..."

Jieyang Su

Honey Bones

"Greeted by a very friendly front of house and beautiful decor. The fit out from honey bones is intentional and classy, from the hanging light over..."

Nicholas Jamieson

"Quality coffee, delicious food and friendly service. Such a pleasing addition to the Grey Lynn area. I highly..."

Ben Wallace

"Fantastic staff. Wonderful food from a tasty, inventive and inviting menu. Lovely dining room with cool, thoughtful design aesthetics and invitingly..."

Nicole Abbott

"Great coffee, outstanding service and must get the porridge!!..."

Lydia Riddiford

"Amazing food and coffee with top notch..."

Angus Falloon

"No words needed for this beautifully created, stunning joint. 5..."

Nick Neutze

"The Full Bones is one hell of a meal! Great staff, great coffee and a sharp fit out. Cheers..."

Dan Sinclair

"Top notch all round, great coffee and quick food. Love..."

Will McCallum

"The ricotta hot cake was..."

Susan Vandermeer

"Wow wee how good... Counting stars..."

David Goddard

"The best caramel slice in Auckland. Thanks..."

Debbie Smith

"Best vibes . Great coffee . Gorg spot..."

Adriana Avendaño Christie

"Seriously, best coffee in..."

Lucy Jamieson

"Sunday brunch is one of life's little gems. Wake up late on a Sunday, mosey on over to a cafe and wind in the afternoon with a spot of coffee and egg..."

Amindha Fernando

"Had been wanting to try this place for a while and it did not disappoint! We ordered a flat white, a chai, shared the West Lynn smoothie, and ordered..."

Elise D

"Cilbir eggs are simply..."

Nouras Hasan

"Cosy café with beautiful interior decor. Friendly staff and great service. Honey bones is small, but has seating that spills out onto the footpath...."

Chan Can Eat

"Amazing food! Simple dishes with the most stunning flavours that make it a stand out compared to other cafes..."

Nicola

"It is super busy when you want to go for breakfast/brunch on a Sunday. We ordered the Istanbul Scrambled, Halloumi Bowl and The Full Bones. This..."

Candy

"This place is such a little gem. Very friendly staff. Good menu, great presentation. Had the Spanish sardines. They were tasty little fish and were..."

Sorry_vonguenumber

"Tucked away on Richmond Road, on first glance, Honey Bones doesn’t look like much more than another minimalist hipster cafe. Yet I’m going to go..."

Gourmet Vegetarians

"Such a gorgeous little cafe on the corner in the west Lynn shops, amazing to get a seat outside in the sun. Good coffee and the food never..."

Bella Williams

"Dropped in here during a weekday morning. Service was ok. Steady stream of regulars were coming in to get coffee to go so that held up my order a..."

Ms Jones

" Honey Bones was a gem in Grey LynnService: Very friendly and fast.Ambience: Nice atmosphere with good lighting. The store was..."

Linh 💛

"First time trying this place out. Ordered the smashed pumpkin - a lot of flavour it was really nice. Portion was a little small for the price..."

Sarena & Eashvar Chhotu

"The food here is so wholesome and vibrant. You can tell the ingredients are fresh and the poached eggs are absolutely on point.The portion..."

I_like_pickles

"Food and beverages ordered: zesty zuchinni fritters, smashed pumpkins and coffee.Environment: uptown and trendyServices: very..."

Cheap Cheap Foodie

"Food was fresh and flavoursome. Staff didn’t rush me despite my indecisiveness. My wife and I both had a fantastic meal without spending a fortune...."

Matthew Wallis

"Best coffee I’ve had in Auckland! Amazing food and really good service. Definitely my new favourite cafe in Auckland. Would highly..."

Michele Gunn

"Husk visited a new local eatery - Honey Bones, a small cafe tucked in the Grey Lynn side of town, thanks to some decent props from Denizen. We..."

Husk Creative

"“No Skeletons in the closet”Wednesday Lunch meeting friends we haven’t seen for a while. ‘We must go to my favourite place’ was..."

Yorkshire Pudding

"Cute little cafe. Not a lot of seating/some shared seating so might be trickier for larger groups. Great coffee and interesting menu - we all enjoyed..."

Jasmine

"A lot of car parks, relatively spacious but very busy. Very good and fast services. Food was unique and portion size was good. Would recommend if in..."

SMINT400

"I heard about Honey Bones after an online review and decided to come check out with a friend for brunch this morning. Very much your typical Westlynn..."

Briana

"Amazing coffee n food!!!!Service was superbCured salmon, beef cheek and pancakes were all scrummy n neat. Not a huge place so maybe..."

Emily HyunHye Choi

"Lovely breakfast spot in Grey Lynn. Great atmosphere and food. The place was packed, very vibrant. We went for scrambled eggs on a toast with a long..."

Ana Vila

"We visited yesterday for the first time, all the way from Dunedin. My oat latte was amazing and nice and hot. Pretty latte art! Food was so unique,..."

Marine

"MERGUEZ & ZUCCHINI FRITTERS - must have dishes here. The merguez had the most delicious sausage rolled in the middle, complimented with roast..."

Ju W

"Busy but nice, halloumi bowl was delicious and so was the ricotta pancake, smoothie was a little bland sadly and I’d love to see a proper vegan..."

Annuskha Dunstan

"We came here after the Grey Lynn markets and seeing people wait outside made us even more curious to try it out for our Brunch. The wait was around..."

Nashi Dasgupta

"Bit of a wait on a public holiday, we had to put our name down and come back. Worth the wait though! Food was great, staff were friendly. Great..."

Anna Pomeroy

"Very interesting place. Great recipes, nice balance. Chefs certainly put their heart and soul into the dishes. Ive ordered Mergez, inspired by..."

Ackermann Yuriy

"I had high expectations for this place and yet… they were completed exceeded! Zoe and Daniel gave us the most amazing service! Will be..."

Tom Stevenson

"Totally loved the Mediterranean/Turkish/Middle Eastern touch of the menu, didn't have to go for another eggs benedict.... The merguez dish was a..."

Urban Naepflin

"flavours!! Delicious little spot for brunch. The menu was packed full of healthy options. We had the halloumi salad and kumara on toast, both..."

Isabella Clague

"This a great little breakfast spot in the Grey Lynn part of Auckland. Coffee is on point and well priced. Flat white and long black were..."

Morgan-Sean McCright

"AMAZING brunch spot if you’re looking for something different that still has a breakfast feel to it. Flavorful, beautiful plating, well composed...."

S C

"Always so friendly. Coffee lovely and to the rim with heaps of cinnamon. Love the eggs n spinach , well presented. Very generous with the spinach...."

Debi J

"I sat outside, relaxed vibe and great service.. I had the fritters with a side of bacon.. really happy with my choice. Egg poached perfectly.. not a..."

Lia Taurua-Garnett

"Istanbul Scramble was excellent. Coffee was great. I wish they would remove the "add tip?" feature from the EFTPOS machine. It is not part of NZ..."

tim harrison

"When we arrived the cafe was full but when the staff asked if we were ok sitting outside, once confirmed they pulled up seats and a table for us...."

Stephen Lowyim

"Must be the best brunch spot in the area. I can see why they are so busy, because their food is..."

Jerry Liu

Oko

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"Love the variety of cute desserts they have this place. Plus drinks and ice cream. Short distance away from the cinema so always a good place to hang..."

Adrianna

"Love their cakes! Great location too. The yuzu tea is delicious and I often gift their cakes..."

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"This place offers a range of delicate mini cakes, kids love their sorbet and ice cream, the chocolate lava waffle is my personal favorite, always..."

Rex Chen

"Up there with one of the best dessert places i have been. Love the Belgium waffles and ice cream options. There are a few other dessert options as..."

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"Service = 2.5/5; Taste = 4/5; Value for money = 4/5; Menu option = 4/5; Vibe = 3/5; Hubby rating = 4/5OKO Dessert Kitchen is a great place to go..."

Honest Foodie

"Loved the passionfruit yoghurt and bubble tea waffle, the feijoa one was a bit bland. Nice dessert place for after..."

Ramona Zhang

"A classic go to dessert place in the cbd. They have a awesome range of desserts to satisfy any sweet tooth. Personal favourite is their volcano...."

Bella Qian

"Their waffles with ice-cream is delicious and nicely presented, they also have a range of well made cabinet slices/cakes/chocolate/icecream. I also..."

G1k

"Awesome desert we had at oko. One of those cool spots to hang out with your mates in a lazy Auckland..."

Kevin Chen

"A quite nice place to enjoy deserts with..."

Alvinliucareer

"Have visit Oko more than 3 times and tried about 6 of their cabinet cake selection. Would definitely recommend them to others. Some of them are quite..."

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"Probably the best waffle in town and very unique range of mousse cake wish the outdoor is bit more..."

ZiQi Li

"The smell of the waffles MAKES you order them. The variety of desserts and quality of the waffles are amazing. A go to for the waffle craving! There..."

Renie

"Everything is nice with a warm service..."

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"Have been here a few times tried almost every single of their cabinet cakes. The strawberry blush and oko are definitely a must try. Also if you have..."

Yiwen Chen

"Very nice staff, food is worth the price, Maybe the best waffle I've ever had. Overall very..."

Yutianchi1994

"The waffle menu is the best. I go here often just to eat waffles, as they are served beautifully.They have cute mini cakes that I have yet to..."

Nadia Mae De Jesus

"The dessert here are tasty with beautiful presentation, warm service. The dessert is suitable to take a picture. But it is a bit pricey. It is happy..."

Weiming Tang

"I often come here just to grab a scoop or two of the Movenpick icecream when I'm in town. I also tried their Chocolate Lover Belgian Waffle and the..."

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"Delicious and crunchy waffles served with rich and creamy chocolate sauce. Great place for dessert in town and they open till late...."

Lynn Le

"We ordered the chocolate belgian waffles to share between two and they were honestly amazing. The slightly caramelised banana under a mountain of..."

Emma

"A new favourite dessert spot. Love their variety of cabinet cakes. We ordered the strawberry berry cheesecake, chocolate lover waffles & iced..."

Evaline Shandil

"Big fan on OKO, haven’t been in a while but decided to pay visit yesterday after my graduation. There was plenty of seating outside with..."

Hansi Dissanayake

"OKO is definitely one of the best dessert spots in Auckland. What impressed me the most are the outstanding staff service, amazing food choices, and..."

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"OKO serves a great variety of cabinet desserts from moveinpick ice cream to those beautiful small cakes. And also I tried every flavour of their..."

LilianMonaghan

"Desert was amazinnnng! Never disappoints. If your willing to spend $17.50 on a waffle, it won’t disappoint! Got the chocolate waffle, served with..."

Dallas Fa'amatuainu

"OKO Dessert Kitchen is a great place to visit when you want a dessert treat as well as some Movenpick ice cream. I love the cappucino flavour ice..."

Teresa Lee

"Really enjoyed my experience here! The peanut butter smores cake was SO GOOD. It had enough peanut butteryness without being too much, and the..."

Sophie Wilton

"Had the chocolate waffle with mango juice. Both were tasty and I enjoyed every bite!!Would love to try the chef's special next time and..."

Asianfoodie

"Waffles were amazinggggggg. Staff were friendly and it was fast service. Will definitely return. Parking is a really big hassle though. Definitely..."

Pj Kemp

"First time at this place and fell in love with it! Great service and customer service. Would definitely come back! Highly recommend this place to..."

Sital Kumar

"Every visit to OKO the quality has been consistent. Always a nice place to drop by after dinner for some delicious dessert that never fails. Have..."

LiLi Bee

"Come to the shop and greeting by the big teddy bear.. went here looking for a cake for Denny Setiawan birthday, have so many options for cute cake,..."

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"Great place for dessert before or after movie or after dinner if you park nearby. Good for dates and catch up. Desserts are nice, but environment and..."

Tony Ma

"Come here for the waffles. Never fails to please though it’s quite substantial so make sure you have room to consume. Friendly staff and fast..."

Sharon Lang

"Nice and yummy dessert shop at cbd. Events cinema just upstairs so i always come here before movies start. It's the best place to chill while..."

LuNa The TuNa

"Staff were great and they have a wide range of desserts. Drinks came first and desserts came about 10 mins after, so not too long of a wait. A bit on..."

Angelique Cagara

"Staff are really nice and it's a great environment. To be honest its quite pricey for the amount you get, but of course delicious. Won't be going..."

Nae Nae

"This place has amazing waffles! Freshly made, crunchy on the outside, warm and soft on the inside. Topped with caramelized banana and chocolate..."

Jacynda Darmawan

"First ever expresso martini (9/10), I'm not a coffee drinker but the mix with movenpick vanilla ice cream is yum! A great excuse to have coffee after..."

Food2belly

"You’d want to try everything when you come here. The desserts are just sooo pretty to look at and it taste nice too. Waffles seem to be quite..."

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"Great place, service was okay. The interior and outdoor seating was nice. The dessert was really delicious but a tad on the expensive side. Serving..."

Joy Eats

"I came here with my partner and son. We ordered a cherry vanilla soda, tirimasu, 2 scoop Sundae and the strawberry waffles. Amazing food. Beautifully..."

Gem Hackett

"Love the cakes and drink. Probably one of the best desert place in Auckland CBD. They got a lot different flavor for cakes. Environment is nice and..."

Serena L

"Best waffles in Auckland is an understatement! Light, airy, and crispy. I had the chocolate lovers waffles and my friend the red velvet. What a work..."

Liz Scott

"OKO is my option when i desperately want to satisfy my sweet craving.The only surprising thing is i never see the staff smiling whenever we..."

Ruchita Choukar

"Love their waffle. Whenever I passed their store, always tempted to give it a try and I did..Been a regular customer for an odd weekends..."

Billy Chandraa

"Dropped by for dessert, had the matchacha cake and the hazelnut hot chocolate. Both tasted great, I liked how the dessert and the drink was not too..."

Elisa Soerjadi

"had some blueberry waffles at OKO dessert kitchen in the afternoon and the service was good the ice cream was yum the waffle was very delicious too..."

Jun Ma

"Alright, this Is hands down my absolute favourite dessert place to get ice cream. Ambience 10/10Staff 10/10Pricing 9/10 (if it..."

Kwin Dela Torre

"Waffles were crispy and soft on the inside. Mint ice cream was creamy and chocolate volcano was so delicious. The sauce inside was a perfect match..."

Rosanne Choy

"I love this place and am so glad to have accidentally stumbled upon it! There is a wide choice of desserts and flavours - service is also really..."

Angela

"I have been wanting to try dessert from here for the longest time!I tried a large variety of their desserts upon my last visit and..."

Mun Clair

"Big dessert shop and nice dessert menu. I like waffle here crispy outside and soft inside. This place have a very good location too. But service just..."

Jewel

"Great place for afternoon tea or a late night dessert. They have a great selection cakes in the cabinet as well as Movenpick ice cream, a dessert..."

I_like_pickles

"Went there for their waffle. Crispy and sweet just as I expected. Movenpick ice cream is a plus. Would love to go back. Staff is really friendly and..."

Yujie

"Just came in for a pit stop, we ordered a combo of a banana cake and cappuccino ice cream. Service is a bit slow but polite. Ambience is ok, tables..."

Jeffie

"Craving for something sweet? Well look no further than OKO, nested in Auckland's CBD. OKO is guaranteed to impress with cakes that are beautiful..."

Picky Piggies

"LOVE this place. Great place to go before the movie in the civic cinemas or for a date with friends/partner. Fresh desserts I love their volcano..."

Annie Wilson

"Awesome desserts. Esp the passion fruit one and the red colored ball thing they have. Bit pricey but worth it. The place has a nice large seating..."

Amod Indap

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

Mon.

"Looking for a sweet treat after dinner & initially thought this spot only had movenpick ice cream - it does, but also has so much more. There are..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"This is one of my favourite place to go for tea date with my girl cause the decor are nice *nice lighting for insta worthy picture* 😄 and their..."

Adventure Foodie

"Highly recommend! really enjoyed my waffles cookies and cream with passionfruit & mango icecream today ..it was yumm ...moka coffee was ok... wish..."

Sofy

"I went in on a busy night and service was great and had really delicious crispy chocolate lover Waffle! OKO definitely be my regular dessert fix...."

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"They consistently serve great Belgian waffles. The chocolate lover waffles paired with their panna cotta ice cream is always a treat. The hazelnut..."

Kate

"Hard to walk past this place in Aotea Square and not want to go in for some dessert. They have amazing cabinet desserts, which I've had previously...."

Farah Mohammed

"Had amazing waffle at there. They have lots of options and great looking. Hope they have comfortable chairs to enjoy their great desert. Coffee taste..."

Hannah

"We tried the hazelnut mousse, oko signature volcano dessert. Well, hazelnut mousse was the best to be honest. It was so silky and yummy! It had..."

Nivruti Vora

"Good food & atmosphere, abit over priced for the portion you get! - $16 for the doughnuts below, id suggest getting waffles which are a better price,..."

Angel

"Came here for dessert on Saturday night for the first time with mixed feelings. To start with the positive - we ordered the cabinet..."

Anna

"I ordered the chocolate volcano and it was very, very tasty. The chocolate is not too sweet and the pairing with vanilla ice cream help balance out..."

Clairine Baharrizki

"I went here after movies to have some desserts. We ordered a black forest cake, hazelnut madness cake, cookies and cream Belgian waffles and the..."

Mochi.95

"The Oko Dessert Kitchen never fail to amuse me. I don't need any event to celebrate to visit this place. I love that you could watch the pastry chefs..."

Joan Blackburn

"Desserts! Who would say no to desserts? Oko dessert kitchen is one of our favourite dessert places to visit. We love their signature hot chocolate..."

Blackpearl

"Went there after movies with friends. Great location and love the hot chocolate! Is so cool to construct your own hot chocolate.Hazelnut..."

Julie

"Awesome spot for a late night dessert and coffee. Always walked by this place but never really tried it out before. Much more inviting once you're..."

Emma Kostanich

"Always delicious and they have such good waffles! Coffee and tea are great and the staff are pretty cool too 😊 would definitely recommend! Cookies..."

Jay

"Always a very good place to have ice cream after meal! In love with their blueberry cheesecake Ice cream! For someone who feels like eating..."

Mindylow_

"I tried the chocolate lover waffle with a vanilla brownie ice cream and it was delicious! The only reason I don't give this place a higher rating is..."

Wapatino

"Funky atmosphere! This is one of my favourite dessert places and love their waffles menu!!I usually order the strawberry waffles option,..."

Alexineeels

"Went here for dessert with a couple of friends. It is a really cute dessert parlour with lots of seating.There is massive selection of..."

Alysha Bower

"Amazingly flavoursome and unique deserts!! Good service and they were really helpful about my allergy. We both loved our deserts and would love to go..."

Mikayla Plaziuk

"One of the dessert shops that opens late in the Auckland area. Their desserts are pretty on the eyes but my friend and I only ordered one dessert..."

Emmelyn Fuentes Rosell

"Yummy waffles to die for, so crunchy and gooey..loved the dessert.. cool place to hang out with friends..the staff was friendly..the interior is..."

Frimz.r

"I'd rate the presentation 5/5. However the taste does not live up to the hype. We ordered the signature Volcano, green passion and the Chocolate..."

Umamimochi

"This place is my second most favourite in Auckland after Giapo. Be its desserts or coffee everything is good here. Great ambience and nice..."

Arushi Thapar

"I had a strawberry waffles and iced mocha. They are awesome. The price is a lil high but I reckon it's worth it to pamper yourself once in a..."

Michelle

"Nice place, good dessert collection. If you order to drink in, and you order a hot chocolate, they provide you with the tools to make it yourself...."

Penguin93

"A great place to get desert when out late in town. They really do try to create some quality, tasteful dishes and the staff are excellent. Their..."

Jay

"I love that this place is open late! The ambience is lovely and they have cheeky cocktails and also decent coffee! Aside from the marvelous selection..."

Elle

"The staff the atmosphere and the food were great I have been here plenty of times and have never been let down yet. I found out about this little..."

Phoenix Brown

"Been here once before and I really liked it and would happily go again. The desert look gorgeous and taste awesome too. Location is hidden away in..."

Jessica

"Presentation and taste of the desserts was great! I got the Green Passion and the combination of flavours wasn't something I'd tried before, but they..."

Kylie

"Visited here with my friends.Lovely place for Fine Deserts,IceCreams&Coffee.They have Chocolates and variety of Deserts.This place is a bit pricey..."

Nashi Dasgupta

"Great place, always busy but staff are always willing to accommodate. Best waffles and awesome service special thanks to Angela for all her help...."

Nazia

"This place has become my new sweet spot stop! My eyes totally light up at the moreish array of desirable cabinet deserts - I can't help but take away..."

Miss Savy

"I went here for Valentines Day I had the waffles with ice-cream and fruit and a glass of wine the food was great and there is a wide variety of..."

Heidi M

"Wow! Just wow!Got the Woody Nut dessert and a pot of tea (I assumed it would be overly sweet so needed tea to wash it back) however, it was..."

Tania Dawson

"Great late night dessert place for something different yet delicious! Good sized portions for very sweet desserts. Not too big. The waffles are..."

FoodieCritic

"Great tasting all press coffee and staff here are super friendly, I would come here with a date for desserts and or great coffee. Keep it up guys!..."

Ryan Wong

"there are many kinds of cakes and chocolates. we have woodynut cake and Nuttini and passion wire cocktail. cake is chocolate sweet and balanced..."

Nick Fin

"LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Quiet and clean, nice staff, very enthusiastic and helped us to select the cakes. All cakes are around $9, I had the black..."

Ezzz

"Came here after dinner one night and got their waffles. It is served with fruits and ice cream. Service was a tad slow but the waffles were worth it...."

ShoRt

"Second time back here. Food is good. Atmosphere is good. Love the way how they let u put how much you want for your drinks. Kind of engaging yourself..."

Michelle Chua

"Took my mum here for Mother's Day after years of always bringing her takeaway gatuex' home from Oko. She instantly fell in love with the aesthetics..."

Monique Porteous

"The menu changes often so what you see in pictures here may not be available when you visit. Also when I went there, some desserts that were on the..."

Vth7872

"I had heard many things about OKO. Some foodies tout it as the best dessert in Auckland. Others claim it to be average. I find myself in the latter..."

Danny

"With eateries such as Milse and Miann, it's hard to compete in the dessert scene in Auckland CBD. My friend and I decided to give OKO Dessert Kitchen..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"The menu has multiple parts and seems very confusing. My partner and I shared a belgian waffle and for $16.50 it was underwhelming.The..."

Emma W

"I love desserts... We tried this Dessert haven last year and i love their desserts... Affordable, fancy, mouth watering desserts... Handy location......"

Joan Cecille De Guzman-Lomibao

"Dined here after work with my work friends last night. I tried their volcano which was visually stunning with the effect of coconut air and the..."

Manic Diner

"Came here for a few beers after work. Didn't realise they did beersies. This would be a wicked place to have a bit of sweet and bitter after a meal...."

Josh Law

"We went here the other night for a pre movie drink. The staff were friendly and the desserts looked amazing. Will have to come back for a sweet treat..."

Fiona M

"Great looking cakes. I I have enjoyed these little ones and I think I will go back if I look for something different. The place is not particularly..."

Christian

"the best waffles I've ever had!! oko is always my to go for dessert whenever I'm in town. The hot chocolate is also amazing!! The staff are very..."

Manpreet Kaur

"I feel as this place has sprung up for a competition for the dessert place in britomart MI*** genuinely the location is convenient for chats with..."

Issie

"Love it! I've been here twice, and tried couple of dessert, very good! I love the cakes, so cute and so yummy. The sweetness is just enough. Waffle..."

Fyona Fang

"Great place for late night desserts. Their chocolate volcano is a favourite among my friends and I, combining a hard chocolate shell with sweet..."

Rojas

"Good desserts but abit pricey for the amount you get, a nice place to go with friends and chill. Staff aren't around much so you got to pick on your..."

Sheena Kumari

"This place was recommended by a close friend. Decided to give it a try, given that it was valentine's - desserts a must go. Arrived around 9:30pm and..."

Food Food Food

"Both coffee and cakes were good. Also good environment and service. But I prefer the Asian style desserts which were made with less sugar and salt...."

Michelle Hwang

"Located at aotea square, its a nice place with ample outdoor seating. Indoors seating, not so much. They always have a range of approx 12 mini cake..."

Winnie

"Such a smart little place with decadent desserts, I will definitely be back to try more. The staff were very polite and informative especially..."

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Thegreeats

"Bumped into oko by accident from the signs outside aotea square advertising their Belgium waffles where " life is too short , have dessert first ! "..."

Richie Chewy

"We visited (and discovered) this spot on New Year's Eve, about 40min before midnight. As you can imagine it was insanely busy but we found..."

Kershia

"19th Dec. A Quiet Sunday. Just randomly picked a cake from the cabinet, ooo! It was so delicious, finally found my ideal not-so-sweet dessert in..."

JJJiiiiAn

"I have tried from both the dessert menu and the cabinet and it was a little meh for me. Definitely not bad, but not amazing. Love the..."

Karen

"Very good place to go for high quality desserts. This place is very relaxing and friendly staff is always there to help you. I love their tea options..."

Brave Eat

"Desserts are pretty good, along with the presentation. Have been trying the different counter desserts and will definitely recommend. However the..."

Seriously Foodie

"Dessert cafe in a very handy location. I have been here a few times and the desserts on the counter are all great. However you won't be able to stay..."

Ridad

"So delicious. A nice place to finish off a night out. Skip dessert at other restaurants and come here instead :)Chocolate gateau is especially..."

Elizabeth Harding

"It may be located conveniently in Aotea square but that convenience comes at a price. We ordered a milk chocolate - hazelnut and a pistachio - white..."

Danny

"Ordered woody, pistacia, and cereal tub. Not a big fan of cereal tub but my boyfriend seems to love it. Pistacia is slightly hard in texture (i..."

Sabrina Chae

"OKO is located in central Auckland and in a very convenient location! I've been here a few times and i do love how their partnered with Movenpick (i..."

Sophie Ly

"3rd time coming here but this time we decided to get something more special for my brothers birthday! We ordered the volcano along with other cakes...."

Judy Chhy

"Great place for a late night dessert treat. Good range of cup cakes of all sorts. The coffee was decent too. Auckland really needs more of these..."

Jeremy W

"The ambience is inviting and the staff are very helpful，but they need to improve the taste. Dessert is presented nicely but the taste is just..."

Super(･_･;Phoebe

"OKO is a lovely place to come for a cute date night or post-movie visit. Its just a little something special from your average desert parlour...."

Caroline Barrett

"A cool place for awesome looking dessert. The ambience is modern and very inviting. Dessert ingredients need to be tweaked to improve taste. Service..."

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"I enjoy all of OKO's deserts that I have tried thus far. They're different from your typical cake sort of desserts. The flavours are always well..."

Charlotte

"After dinner desert place, absolutely delightful experience. Excellent choice of Mövenpick ice cream with amazing selection of deserts (my favorite..."

Navraj Cheema

"OKO Dessert Kitchen, they have such a huge variety of dessert, once I stepped in, it makes me so happy! So many beautiful dessert to choose from the..."

Judie Zoe Ang

"OKO Dessert kitchen was very cute and welcoming. Location is great. The staff all seemed very friendly and helpful. I ordered the Woody Nuts cabinet..."

Cararmel Queen

"Very lovely dessert place to try out in the CBD. Although my order was forgotten about for quite awhile, the staff were very apologetic and gave me..."

Emma Magee

"Oko was the first dessert kitchen I visited in Auckland and I fell in love with this place. Cake, chocolates and coffee all in one place, heaven...."

Mari Flores

"Stopped by for a post lunch sugar pick me up. Went into the restaurant and sat in the bench by the ice cream counter. After being given menus they..."

Benedict Uy

"OKO is an amazing dessert boutique with different cakes available and also Movenpick ice cream. I'm almost a regular at OKO due to the fact that i..."

Nicole Mae Flores

"As I was ushered in by a bubbly waiter/barista/manager into this glorified Movinpick, my initial thought as I entered the establishment was that he..."

Peter Carson

"Very welcoming staff! So much to choose from & beautiful presentation! Perfect after lunch/dinner for the dessert lovers. Definitely satisfies the..."

Musings Of A Foodie

"Visited on a busy Friday night and got two of the cabinet cakes (the Woody Nut and the Quadruple 1), a salted caramel macaroon chocolate, a hot..."

Hannah

"Beautiful looking well priced desserts that are yummy too. We found the staff friendly and helpful. I liked the outside heaters esp as I had my ice..."

Carol

"Favourite dessert place!! 😍😋Definitely worth it! I always come here for dessert with my friend. Definitely will recommend this to my..."

Tiffany A

"The first time I had coffee here was slightly questionable, very weak and milky, so have stuck to the premium teas since. The desserts however are..."

LouLou

"Who doesn't love dessert! I checked out Oko in the movie complex on Queenstown tonight for a cheeky sweet treat before heading to a film festival..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"I’ve always wanted to try this place out since it popped up in Aotea Square last year, having walked past multiple times and hearing good things..."

Helena Chen

"Been here twice already and so far loving it! Place is tucked on the side of the metro building at the civic and initially thought it was Movenpick..."

Charissa

"This place looked promising as there's not many dessert restaurants to choose from. However I was slightly let down. We ordered the balloon which was..."

Simone Halstead

"Had my first ever affogato here!!! Love writing reviews for desserts as I always feel happy when I eat or even think about them >.< OKO was probably..."

Annie Ren

"We decided to try out this place as I love me some good dessert! The environment of this establishment yields a level of cosy-ness. The dessert..."

Mat

"The atmosphere here was quite nice. Went there in the evening for dessert and had one of those from the cabinet display. Prices are decent; similarly..."

Fanta

"OKO is a quaint dessert bar with a large variety of sweet treats.The service is polite but there's no atmosphere. You don't really feel..."

Brenda Phu

"Nice small dessert place. Great for some quiet sweet time on a sunday afternoon. The green tea mousse was not too sweet with a crunchy base...."

Candii Cao

"I feared OKO was going to be another overhyped place as many have said so in reviews below but was surprised at how it exceeded my expectations. It..."

Heartshrooms

"Amazing presentation, dessert was flawless and exceeded my expectations! My cousin and I were very satisfied with out woody nuts dessert and oko..."

Claudia Paine

"We had tried volcano and chaff note, they both taste good, especially, volcano one is amazing. There are also have some cake , they looks..."

Joyce J

"OKO is a relatively newly established dessert restaurant with great decor and delicious sweets. However, my experience here has never been the..."

FOODFANATICJIMMY

"We arrived at OKO to find a quieter spot to chat after having dinner in the excessively loud Elliot Stables. As a larger group of seven they were..."

Sweet Mama M

"Oko had quite a variety of sweets; cabinets were full of cakes, Movenpick ice creams which you can choose for your drinks and handmade chocolates...."

R

"I've been to OKO several times and my experiences with them really varied from times to times. The first time I was there we got seated down to a..."

Khoa Le

"Came here with a few friends after all the hype. It was pretty good and having Movenpick ice cream available was a good idea. The red OKO..."

Aniva Huang

"Had an iced chocolate here on Friday night was really good. They have very friendly staff and their cabinet looks amazing. Will be back to try some..."

Gem

"Yum yum cakes but the drinks are not as good, really flat taste, both the ice chocolate and the hot chocolate. And the macarons are just macaron..."

CCC.YY

"Located on Aotea Square is the newest addition to Auckland’s dessert scene, OKO. From the owners of the city’s Movenpick ice cream cafes, OKO is..."

Aucklandholic

"It's a best dessert I ever had.good customer service .We set there only for 5 min and our dessert is ready.best place for taking your date..."

Farshid Hakimi

"Top dessert place I've been to thus far :DVery accommodating waitresses and the selection of desserts are amazing. Highly HIGHLY recommend..."

Tan.ned

"This place is at the top of my books when it comes to fine desserts, Small and quaint, its truly a place to visit when you want to impress someone..."

Snedden Dcosta

"Found this place by chance when I was flicking through the AIRNZ Kia Ora magazine as I was flying between Wellington and Auckland. Yes I must say,..."

Rosemary Young

"Been hearing lots about this place so had to go check it out myself. This is such a nice place! There is indoor and outdoor seating available and I..."

Anna Wei

"Cute little dessert place with lots of pretty desserts. I got a cake which was off the menu which was really nice and easy too eat, not too sweet..."

Seth Blissworth Baguion

"The desserts were cute and really easy to eat but I thought were a bit pricy for what you got - only slightly above average tasting. But I like the..."

Jee Espino

"First time eating here and it was nice! The lovely lady serving us was super polite and attentive.Ordered the signature Oko with Mövenpick ice..."

Sukriti Bhatnagar

"Perfect for intimate catch ups!Food: Very pretty desserts. Not all flavours suit my taste but the ones that I liked were all really..."

Lisa Tiffany

"I must say, I am very glad that OKO has opened in town, we need more competition around as there arrn't too many places that specialise in sweet..."

Where.iate

"After a wholesome dinner, we decided to go for some dessert somewhere along queenstreet. As I have been hearing alot about OKO for the past two..."

Thefoodloverrr

"Best known for my appetite for desserts, I finally got the chance to visit OKO Dessert Kitchen to test out whether their desserts are as amazing as..."

UltimateOmNoms

"I was thrilled to find OKO Dessert Kitchen by Aotea Square, a mere stone's throw from the university - would this turn out to be the next Milse? The..."

Kiwi Foodie

"Service was very friendly but many different servers meant some confusion ensued! However, the recommendation of the chef's note was good, the..."

Verity Todd

"Think Milse in a smaller scale. They have desserts, premium handmade chocolates, danish/muffin and a complete range of movenpick ice cream. For..."

Live To Eat

"Seems like an excellent little dessert restaurant with unexpected flare; could rival Milse for best in central..."

Cal Miles

"Such a nice and vibey cafe. It opens late till 9pm. It's nice having a late night cafe around. The deserts were nice too! They even had books for..."

S SHARMA

"I have been to a few dessert places in the past already. I think the waffles here are the best of them all. We had the berry and the s'more waffles...."

Wilson Shum

"Stipped by the new store on Carlton Core Road in Gilli Cafe. They have a nice selection of different sweet treats. Their plated desserts are only..."

Benedict Uy

"Must try their waffles!!👌🏼Just don’t overdo it by ordering everything chocolate, it will be unfortunately too much, especially if you are..."

Di Melody Huang

"That chocolate loaded Belgian waffle was amazing and soooo sweet aka perfect. Got some reasonably priced wine to go with it and sit outside. Would..."

Geoff Wilson

"Nice cafe with well presented mini cake options and other desserts. It would be a good treat on a special occasion. Coffee was pretty good too...."

Julia

"Sensational dessert, ice cream everyone loves. Right inside the spacious, locals favourite cafe-Gilli. Open till late..."

Maggie Chen

"Visually creative desserts. Blueberry cheesecake tart - I was hoping to taste cheese or blueberry but neither was forthcoming. Loved the interior..."

Vicente YE

"A Simply delightful place and just utterly delicious selections of desserts. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Desserts were mouth-watering and..."

Claudia Vaya

"Beautiful place and lovely dessert. Looked child friendly as there were a lot of toys for kids of all..."

D Patel

"Amazing waffles, fast service! All waffles come with toppings, sauce, ice cream and an amazing cream that they make there. You won't be disappointed..."

Gleb Heinke

"Really great kid-friendly cafe! We came for some dessert after dinner and had the chocolate lover's waffle and the hazelnut smores waffle. Both were..."

Dana L

"Got the chocolate lovers Belgian waffle which was delicious. Heads up though it's super rich and doesn't have anything to balance out the sweetness..."

Rourke Gray-Mason

"My favourite match dessert Coffee Americano with Lemon lime kiss mini cake is a delight. Staff were friendly and cafe location is great to..."

Jann Leano

"Love this place for desserts! The waffles are delicious and great to share, but I suppose it could be too sweet for some? I enjoyed it very much..."

Marielle Ibarra

Texture Cafe

"Omg the custard doughnut. ...... �� Super yum the best one i tried this..."

Missy M'c Kino

"Easy parking, good location & the food is awesome with great..."

William Tatana

"Always great food and very friendly service. Try the berry smoothie its to die..."

Steve Wardle

"Love this cafe! Great food and great..."

Jason Tuhaka

"Delicious food, friendly staff will return..."

Susan Stewart

"I love this cafe the food is awesome and the staff are so friendly would definetly..."

Trina Tauvela

"Has to be the bestest cafe I've ever come across! Will see me more often..."

Kishan Chand

"Their donuts are the bomb..."

Wendi Weight

"The cafe is lovely, great food and amazing service. However, it would be lovely if you could use glass cups for iced drinks such as iced coffee etc..."

Ramnik

"Been there many times and never disappointed. Great weekend brunch spot.Big breakfast is the highlight. Soft and tasty home made toast,..."

Kun_xiao

"Amazing Food..,Great Quality Coffee..Professional Customer Service with the best Cinnamon Bun!!!! It's very comfortable and has a homely feel to it...."

UPCNZ Admin

"Staff are very friendly, although slightly out of the way, it is a nice retreat with lots of sunshine and fresh air. Food of course is very nice..."

Carole Van Weede

"The best cafe in the neighborhood. Eggs are always on point, I mean just look at the scrambled. Awesome coffee as well. Perfect place to have a chill..."

Grace Lim

"Service, Staff, Variety amazing. Such a gem in Flat Bush. The homemade cakes are Devine and not same as everywhere else. Staff friendly and menu not..."

Debi Barrett

"I've been here once before last year however I think the ownership has changed since. It's a nice local quiet spot. The ambiance is great, it's very..."

Farah Mohammed

"Its the first time i have been to this cafe. This place is gorgeous, such a beautiful peaceful cafe. The decor is stunning and the staff are really..."

Shelley

"Wow this place is such a hidden gem. Came here on a beautiful sunny Sunday for some late lunch. Ordered the classic eggs bene, mocha and my..."

Neelam Chandra

"slow at cooking basic grilled food, otherwise would be rated higher, but the big breakfast and grilled food are cooked very well and taste good ...."

Mojo Jade

"Always friendly when I drop in to drink great coffee. People serving are always friendly and helpful.Nice and quiet which is what I like about..."

Torben Bryan Nielsen

"This cafe has recently changed hands & its nice to see they have a new menu with some great options for breakfast & lunch. They have indoor &..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"This neighbourhood cafe is truly a hidden gem! We came here on a Sunday and were able to enjoy a quiet brunch even though most of the tables were..."

Y Anne

"Limited choice but lovely staff who are flexible and accommodating. Great service. The sandwiches are fresh and tasty and chef always willing to make..."

Namratag

"We came a few weeks ago to find the cafe closed for renovations. As today was a sunny winter's day we decided to try again. The cafe is has a fresh,..."

Kerryj

"Decided to brunch here and I'm very pleased to have found this place! We ordered a mocha, French toast with Bacon, and a smoked salmon and..."

Kelly

"Like the atmosphere of the place, so simple and relaxed. Presentation of the food is great, but I must say the food itself was average. Cross cut..."

Joyce Goodwin

"My friend and I decided to try out this cafe one morning as we had heard good things about it and well, there isn’t too many options in this area..."

SS

"One if my favourite cafe in east auckland, delicious gormet food & friendly service. Coffee is a amazing and dessert cabinet changes every time I go..."

Candii Cao

"I came here today for Mother's Day with my family and I have to say I'm fairy impressed. As expected it was quite busy and we were able to grab a..."

Laura Hunt

"My new regular - friendly staff, great coffee. Have had the french toast dish 4 times now because it is just so damn good and a stel for only $14...."

Benji Ryken

"Visited this cafe back in November and had an excellent meal!! I was so shocked as thought it would be an average coffee and muffin cafe as in a..."

Sue Smith

"This is our favorite cafe in Auckland. Excellent value for money, quality food,great service and staff. Presentation of food is great with menu..."

Bruce Coetzee

"Just brilliant. The service the coffee the food. Can't fault it. Best kept secret...."

M Hamadeh

"Really enjoyed our lunch here today, I had a pulled pork roll which was very tasty and my friend had a bacon croissant/roll which he said was great,..."

David Parussini

"In a word.... AWESOME. The head chef has some fantastic ideas from the french toast fritters to little gastomomic pearls on the deserts that pop..."

Philip Clegg

"Absolutely love this cafe the food is amazing and atmosphere gives off a warm friendly vibe. Staff are also an added bonus with how welcoming and..."

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Margaret Kamilo

"Came here from breakfast on a Sunday 10am. Got a park outside & a nice table inside with the warm sun on our backs. We ordered mixed berry smoothie..."

Soo Woo

"Have come here a few times with hubby. Absolutely love their lime cheesecakes, and the pancakes are yummy too. Good atmosphere and the place is quite..."

Pili Cojana Lal

"Good food and friendly staff. It’s a nice, clean and comfortable place to hang out. I ordered the Egg's Benedict, Basque burnt cheesecake and Ice..."

Daniel

"Chicken katsu&chips and pancakes are our favourite dishes 😍💞😋 definitely recommend..."

JeNi chen

"Been visiting Texture these days as we have changed our coffee venue to Texture. It's a beautiful place run by beautiful people who are welcoming..."

Lorna Machine

"Coffee I enjoyed their coffee. The Mocha was smooth and frothy. Food The eggs were little runny Food prices Food prices are very competitive Staff..."

Savjot Singh

"While pricing may be bit high, the food that I had on this occasion was delicious. The cooking style is a homely professional style. For example,..."

Michael Bradley

"I finally found great coffee within the area! The food is absolutely delicious and fresh. The staff are friendly and warm. I highly recommend and..."

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