Review Wintergarden Cafe - Auckland

We bought a coffee and a custard slice for a quick snack. The custard slice was really stale, the worse I’ve had, however, the cappuccino was very tasty and creamy! Lovely nature views! When sitting outside we did notice the pigeons helping themselves, sitting on the seats and table with the guests, some may enjoy this and some may not. There’s a seperate room, possibly reserved for high tea, which was not busy and we were advised we cannot sit there. Overall lovely venue and location, food from the deli cupboard below average.

I had the pleasure of dining at Winter Garden Cafe, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience. The French toast I ordered was not just a meal; it was a culinary work of art. The ingredients were incredibly fresh, and each bite was a delightful burst of flavor. What truly impressed me was the impeccable timing of the meals, ensuring that our dining experience was both delicious and efficient. Winter Garden Cafe is a must-visit for anyone looking for a delightful dining experience in the winter season.

We went for nice Sunday drive and chose to go to Auckland domain, lunch time on arrival so an easy park outside the “WINTERGARDEN CAFE” a great idea, so convenient! The surroundings where fantastic overlooking the duck ponds! The service was amazing a lovely friendly woman took our order for food and drinks,then we chose an outside table beneath a wonderful old Oak tree. The drinks and food was bought out to us by a beautiful smiling waitress in quite a short time and we absolutely enjoyed our food and drinks! We though the price for food, drinks and service was very reasonable for a top location. We actually went back later for the most delicious ice creams in a cone! Arthur CHARLTON west Auckland

I like the settings and the location, next to the pond, Wintergarden, and the War Memorial Museum. There were some tables and chairs for those who likes alfresco dining. Large enough for Bridal shower and casual customers.

Wonderful location quaint historic building with large outdoor area. Food was on point. Friendly and helpful staff. Would def go back there especially on a warm sunny day as it overlooks a duck pond with flowering shrubs & established trees. Its a very pleasant place to chill in central Auckland.

If you love great outdoor and food, this place is has the perfect location. Enjoy a delicious lunch then stroll around or visit the museum.

Nestled conveniently beside the Auckland War Memorial Museum, This quaint cafe is a hidden gem, offering a serene escape from the bustling city, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a quiet and charming atmosphere. For those willing to invest a little more for an extraordinary experience, the Wintergarden Cafe is an absolute must-visit. It's a place where time seems to slow down, allowing guests to savor not only the flavors on their plates but also the tranquility that surrounds them. Without a doubt, I rate the Wintergarden Cafe a solid 5/5 for its exceptional charm and the unique sense of calm it brings to the Auckland experience.

Awesome, went when it was the perfect weather, very good food a great service, had the spicy burger, not spicy burger though

What a fantastic environment for brunch. Surrounded by the beautiful gardens of the Auckland Domain it would have been easy for them to rest on their laurels but the food and coffee were of high quality. Staff were friendly yet professional. Definitely a lovely experience after a long morning at the museum.

Went there last Sunday morning for a Breakfast before going to the Museum. Staff was very friendly and quick. Food was delicious, also Gluten-free options available. Prices are reasonable and not too much compared to other places. The outdoor area offers a nice view over the duckpond. Worth a visit.

Cozy cafe in the middle of the park! Perfect for outside seating, with friendly staff and good prices. Meals both made to order and a good range of baked goods. Good long black and cappuccino, or hot chocolate and ice cream if that’s more your style. Would recommend!

Thank you to this beautiful staff lady she made my sons birthday breakfast extra special with her kindness. I appreciate her so much. Ps I didn’t catch her name.. Thank you.

It was a windy day but still nice to be outside for lunch with the seating area having some wind barriers. Food was excellent and staff was friendly. It's a great place to take a break while spending the day in the Domain.

Nice spot hidden away in the domain. Adjacent to a pond and the winter gardens, so there’s a nice amount of wildlife enjoying the area. Food was not too bad, nothing amazing and I thought it was quite pricey. Coffee was nice but not amazing. Staff were pleasant but they seldom entered the dining area unless they were delivering food.

Great food. We went in on a day where 2 big groups had their events. A bit loud in a closed setup, which otherwise I have found very serene dining spot

Went here for a high tea for my birthday with a group of friends and was pleasantly surprised by how wonderful it was for the price. Not only was the food great, but the service was too. The staff member taking care of us was so attentive, and made sure to come back every so often as guests arrived at different times. They also explained what the different food items were as well. The room we were seated in was lovely and there was a fireplace going so there was a nice atmosphere. I will definitely be back again.

We were visiting the museum then had a walk around the park and called in at the cafe, it's a very pleasant place. Two of our party tried the smoothies 1 had tea and one of the cakes a lemon meringue. It's really nice maybe a little on the expensive side but nice and I imagine a great place to visit in the summer

Great cafe, lovely outlook from where I was sitting outside. Nice friendly staff and lovely food, can’t ask for more than that, and yes would definitely go back.

Awsome place, very nice coffee too. The wait staff was very kind and friendly.

Nice place, friendly staff, good coffee and a yummy muffin!

Not only is the food fab but when I left my top there after lunch they sent it back to me in Whangarei free of charge! Thanks!

Thanks for a lovely Mothers Day High Tea we loved it ���

Enjoyable lunch with about 14 of us sitting inside. Relatively attentive but not invasive service. Food was a little more expensive than expected but everyone seemed to enjoy what they ate. Could pay separately & amenities were clean & tidy. Would visit again.

I loved the food and the service was excellent, will go back again some time.

Very relaxing atmosphere. Enjoyed a nice coffee and light meal.

Sspeechless..... :-) awesome I mean wowww..........:-)

Great setting. Appalling customer service. Told us they do table service but then no one came to take our order. Then when I enquired they told me bluntly that they were too busy. There was hardly anyone in the cafe! We left.

I had high tea here and really enjoyed it. It wasn’t like the usual fancy high tea but felt more down to earth. Food and service was all great. I think it’s a great place to stop by if you are in the area.

Nice cafe with garden ambience in the middle of Auckland domain, we ordered mochaccino and chocolate milkshake. However my drinks came out after i asked twice so it a bit disappointing. Not sure if i would like to come back again here.

This cafe was overall a disappointment. It is a shame however because it is located in a nice area near the gardens. The price was shocking, $10 for a smoothie? $10 for a croissant? No thank you. Just because they are in the middle of a beautiful scenery doesn’t make it okay to bump up their prices like that. My vegan brownie tasted average and before I could finish it the waitress (who spoke nothing to us) took it away. Our hot drinks came with only 3/4 full. Are they scared to properly fill the mugs? I ordered almond milk however I got soy milk instead. This I 100% know because I got others to try my drink and it was definitely soy. I did not complain however since I just wanted to finish and get out of this place. The waitresses were just so awkward, spoke nothing and looked so bored of their life. Would like to see some improvement on this cafe sometime soon.