Guidebook for Auckland

Emma & Ash
Emma & Ash
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 St
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.
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 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The Junction Eatery
39 Birkenhead Ave
14 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
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!
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 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Chef Rasa Sayang
25 Mokoia Rd
6 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
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.
Awesome little coffee shop with friendly staff.
Bittersweet
259 Hinemoa St
Awesome 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 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
OTT patisserie
2 Birkenhead Ave
17 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Cakes 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 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Clarence Rd Eatery
124 Queen St
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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.
One of Auckland's top restaurants. Perfect for a special occasion. Make sure you book!
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The Engine Room
115 Queen St
28 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
One 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 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The Good Home Birkenhead
83 Birkenhead Ave
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A 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.
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Pita Pit
604 Great South Rd
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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.
If you're craving a fresh juice this is the place to go.
TANK Onewa Road - Smoothies, Raw Juices, Salads & Wraps
119 Onewa Rd
If 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 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Moxie Restaurant
82 Hinemoa St
6 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
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.
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 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Tongue & Groove Cafe
55 Birkenhead Ave
9 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
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.

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 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Bridgeway Cinema
122 Queen St
48 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
An 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 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Stafford Road Wine Bar
141 Queen St
29 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
A 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 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Birkenhead Brewing Company
17 Birkenhead Ave
31 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
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.

Essentials

You'll find a big Countdown Supermarket and a Warehouse (budget department store) here.
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Highbury Shopping Centre
Birkenhead Avenue
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You'll find a big Countdown Supermarket and a Warehouse (budget department store) here.
A well-stocked supermarket found in the Northcote shops.
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Countdown Northcote
Pearn Crescent
11 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
A well-stocked supermarket found in the Northcote shops.
A well-equipped gym that's open 24/7.
Snap Fitness 24/7 Birkenhead
119 Onewa Rd
A 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.
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Little Shoal Bay Reserve
Council Terrace
12 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
A beautiful spot for a picnic - it overlooks the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge.