Guidebook for Auckland
Food Scene
SPQR
150 Ponsonby RdThe Blue Breeze Inn
Coco's Cantina
374 Karangahape RdLively, fun, local and great food.
Great vibe, buzzy atmosphere, fresh food by local celebrity chef but very casual!
101 Einheimische empfehlen
Depot
86 Federal StGreat vibe, buzzy atmosphere, fresh food by local celebrity chef but very casual!
Baduzzi
26 Jellicoe StOstro Brasserie & Bar
52 Tyler StMarys
13 St Marys RdGreat breakfast, brunch, coffee. Local vibe full of locals!
Bambina
268 Ponsonby RdIconic, well established local fave for good breakfasts and coffee
Waterfront location, stylish Japanese in the great Britomart precinct. Good for lunch or dinner.
29 Einheimische empfehlen
Ebisu
116 – 118 Quay StWaterfront location, stylish Japanese in the great Britomart precinct. Good for lunch or dinner.
Ortolana
33 Tyler StOrphans Kitchen
118 Ponsonby RdAnother great local.
A little more expensive, but fab bistro styled food in a lovely casual but stylish atmosphere.
33 Einheimische empfehlen
The Ponsonby Road Bistro
165 Ponsonby RdA little more expensive, but fab bistro styled food in a lovely casual but stylish atmosphere.
Another iconic local fave. Has courtyard at front, which is great when sunny. Kid friendly. Upmarket pizza and italian fare.
72 Einheimische empfehlen
Prego Restaurant
226 Ponsonby RdAnother iconic local fave. Has courtyard at front, which is great when sunny. Kid friendly. Upmarket pizza and italian fare.
Farina
244 Ponsonby RdItalian, New York style.
Andiamo Eatery
194 Jervois RdDrinks & Nightlife
Great cocktails, huge whiskey selection. A popular late night after dinner hang out. Walking distance to apartment.
7 Einheimische empfehlen
The Whiskey
210 Ponsonby RdGreat cocktails, huge whiskey selection. A popular late night after dinner hang out. Walking distance to apartment.
Hidden from the street but has great courtyard, drinks and food. Live DJs often on weekends. Great when a warm afternoon.
63 Einheimische empfehlen
The Golden Dawn - Tavern of Power (R.I.P)
134 Ponsonby RoadHidden from the street but has great courtyard, drinks and food. Live DJs often on weekends. Great when a warm afternoon.
Shanghai Lil's
Lively intimate bar with great cockails and music
Sightseeing
Wynyard Quarter
Waterfront area close to city
Great island to visit - 35 mins ferry ride from downtown. Great beaches, food & wineries.
407 Einheimische empfehlen
Waiheke Island
25 Karaka RdGreat island to visit - 35 mins ferry ride from downtown. Great beaches, food & wineries.
Devonport
Arts & Culture
Auckland Domain
Park RoadAuckland Art Gallery
Wellesley Street EastQ Theatre
305 Queen StGreat little theatre if there is something on.
Essentials
Supermarket on corner of street where apartment is located.
80 Einheimische empfehlen
Countdown Mt Eden
Dominion RoadSupermarket on corner of street where apartment is located.
Nosh Metro
254 Ponsonby RdGourmet food supplies - walking distance from apartment
A great gourmet food store. Short driving distance from apartment.
90 Einheimische empfehlen
Farro Fresh Grey Lynn
34 Westmoreland St WA great gourmet food store. Short driving distance from apartment.
Entertainment & Activities
Vector Arena
80 Mahuhu CresMusic/concert venue