Guidebook for Auckland
Food Scene
Great coffee and excellent food (both in the cabinet and on the menu). You can grab & go or dine in. The potato, feta and caramelised onion scones here are one of their signature items.
Potential Unlimited
143 Queen StGreat coffee and excellent food (both in the cabinet and on the menu). You can grab & go or dine in. The potato, feta and caramelised onion scones here are one of their signature items.
This spot was named in Auckland's Top 10 spots for Eggs Benedict by Denizen Magazine. The upstairs bistro boasts a stunning view too - you can see from Rangitoto right across to the CBD!
14 locals recommend
The Junction Eatery
39 Birkenhead AveThis spot was named in Auckland's Top 10 spots for Eggs Benedict by Denizen Magazine. The upstairs bistro boasts a stunning view too - you can see from Rangitoto right across to the CBD!
A low key Malaysian restaurant that attracts people from all over Auckland. It's VERY small and not exactly pretty, however, the food is very authentic and delicious! Open for lunch and dinner. Best to call ahead and order food to go as there are few tables and it gets busy - especially around dinner.
6 locals recommend
Chef Rasa Sayang
25 Mokoia RdA low key Malaysian restaurant that attracts people from all over Auckland. It's VERY small and not exactly pretty, however, the food is very authentic and delicious! Open for lunch and dinner. Best to call ahead and order food to go as there are few tables and it gets busy - especially around dinner.
Bittersweet
259 Hinemoa StAwesome little coffee shop with friendly staff.
Cakes and sweet treats to die for! The coffee isn't bad either (but it's not the main draw card).
17 locals recommend
OTT patisserie
2 Birkenhead AveCakes and sweet treats to die for! The coffee isn't bad either (but it's not the main draw card).
A great spot to grab breakfast, lunch or dinner before catching a movie at Bridgeway Cinema. Also does good coffee and has lovely counter food.
7 locals recommend
Clarence Rd Eatery
124 Queen StA great spot to grab breakfast, lunch or dinner before catching a movie at Bridgeway Cinema. Also does good coffee and has lovely counter food.
One of Auckland's top restaurants. Perfect for a special occasion. Make sure you book!
28 locals recommend
The Engine Room
115 Queen StOne of Auckland's top restaurants. Perfect for a special occasion. Make sure you book!
A great neighbourhood gastro-pub. Good for a casual dinner or a few beers.
22 locals recommend
The Good Home Birkenhead
83 Birkenhead AveA great neighbourhood gastro-pub. Good for a casual dinner or a few beers.
If you're tired or don't want to venture far, Pita Pit at the end of our road (right out of our driveway) is a healthy fast food option.
19 locals recommend
Pita Pit
604 Great South RdIf you're tired or don't want to venture far, Pita Pit at the end of our road (right out of our driveway) is a healthy fast food option.
If you're craving a fresh juice this is the place to go.
TANK Onewa Road - Smoothies, Raw Juices, Salads & Wraps
119 Onewa RdIf you're craving a fresh juice this is the place to go.
A gorgeous neighbourhood bistro. Great menu and really good service. Ideal for dinner but also a nice brunch spot in the weekend. They host a high tea on the last Sunday of each month also.
6 locals recommend
Moxie Restaurant
82 Hinemoa StA gorgeous neighbourhood bistro. Great menu and really good service. Ideal for dinner but also a nice brunch spot in the weekend. They host a high tea on the last Sunday of each month also.
Doesn't look flash from the outside but this spot is always busy - and with good reason. The breakfast/ brunch menu is delicious and the quality is always on point.
9 locals recommend
Tongue & Groove Cafe
55 Birkenhead AveDoesn't look flash from the outside but this spot is always busy - and with good reason. The breakfast/ brunch menu is delicious and the quality is always on point.
Entertainment & Activities
An old boutique cinema that tends to play art house/ international films. Very small but packed with character; a real hit with the locals.
48 locals recommend
Bridgeway Cinema
122 Queen StAn old boutique cinema that tends to play art house/ international films. Very small but packed with character; a real hit with the locals.
Drinks & Nightlife
A neighbourhood wine bar. Small, quaint, great selection of vino.
29 locals recommend
Stafford Road Wine Bar
141 Queen StA neighbourhood wine bar. Small, quaint, great selection of vino.
A understated neighbourhood brewery which is the perfect spot to enjoy an afternoon pint. If you're into craft beers, there is a tasting studio here. Really nice setting.
31 locals recommend
Birkenhead Brewing Company
17 Birkenhead AveA understated neighbourhood brewery which is the perfect spot to enjoy an afternoon pint. If you're into craft beers, there is a tasting studio here. Really nice setting.
Essentials
You'll find a big Countdown Supermarket and a Warehouse (budget department store) here.
23 locals recommend
Highbury Shopping Centre
Birkenhead AvenueYou'll find a big Countdown Supermarket and a Warehouse (budget department store) here.
Countdown Northcote
Pearn CrescentA well-stocked supermarket found in the Northcote shops.
Snap Fitness 24/7 Birkenhead
119 Onewa RdA well-equipped gym that's open 24/7.
The convenience store within this service station has basic grocery items, bakery food as well as barista coffee. You can also buy telco sim cards and access an ATM here.
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The convenience store within this service station has basic grocery items, bakery food as well as barista coffee. You can also buy telco sim cards and access an ATM here.
Parks & Nature
A beautiful spot for a picnic - it overlooks the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge.
12 locals recommend
Little Shoal Bay Reserve
Council TerraceA beautiful spot for a picnic - it overlooks the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge.