Cafe & Coffee Shop & Pub in Auckland

“The best breakfast and coffee I’ve had in a very long time! The staff were incredibly friendly, accommodating, and offered great suggestions. The coffee was exceptional — smooth, rich, and perfectly brewed. The food was beautifully balanced, introducing fresh flavours I hadn’t tried before. Highly recommend this spot if you’re after something special to start your day!”

“Came here for lunch the other day with a friend and I'm so glad I did. The workers were so friendly and polite, the food had big portions and were delicious. Star of the show was definitely the cake they sell. We got a slice of the green tea layered cake, the mango layered cake, and chocolate cheesecake. With the green tea crepe cake, they let the green tea be the main flavour, and not sugar which I often find a problem other cafes can't perfect. The mango layered cake had fresh mango layered between the crepes, and was both refreshing and sweet. Lastly, the chocolate cheesecake suprized me with how well they made such a simple concept so rich with flavour. Often, I find cafés make chocolate flavoured deserts to sweet, but they had a perfect balance of sweetness with the richness of the overall dessert. Overall, me and my friend definitely recommend this café to everyone, especially since they're open for many hours of the day!”

“Friend and Whau Cafe offers a relaxing escape, perfect for unwinding with good coffee and small snacks. Aside from its inviting atmosphere, a surprise awaits customers: a small, yet engaging, exhibition dedicated to the history and origins of Maungawhau (Mount Eden). The inclusion of a played video further enhances the experience, providing a dynamic and informative insight into this significant Auckland landmark. It's a wonderful spot to enjoy a beverage and soak in a bit of local history. I would highly recommend coming here during when you visit Maungawhau. Make sure to check their opening hours.”

“The nicest coffee! The food is delicious and the decor is lovely. Staff are very welcoming and attentive. Great outdoor space and big playground for the kids too. They allow dogs inside and out.”

“Best breakfast i have had in awhile at a cafe. Im the kind of gal that loves baked beans, mushrooms and hash browns. The hash brown tower was excellent and worth every dollar especially for the portion size. Coffees were very good and the customer service is very friendly. Highly recommend you go and pay a visit to this cafe. Thanks for breakfast guys. We will definitely be coming back.”

“Great coffee and the food is pretty good too. Great service and conversation.”

“Great little spot for coffee and breakfast. Staff were friendly and welcoming so will definitely be back.”

“Breakfast here is genuinely excellent. It’s at the top-end price-wise but the quality is superb and the portions generous. I had the ‘big’ breakfast (mixed grill I think it was called?) and my fellow diner had the caponata and raved about it. I wish I photographed them before we started…. The service was also excellent. Highly recommended.”

“We went there for breakfast as it was the only one opened at the time. The menu offers a lot of dishes cooked French style, which is quite different compared to the ordinary cafes. There are also jams, croissant and other baked goods for sale, both fresh and frozen. Very nice seating as well.”

“Great find in Manukau. Great food. Excellent coffee. Friendly service. Really appreciated not being faced with the same old, same old that so many cafes offer these days where you can tell, being a retired cafe owner, where the product has come from. Great selection of fresh and well presented cabinet food and nice brunch and lunch menu selection as well so you pick quick offerings on the go or to linger over a beautifully made coffee ☕️”

“Loved this bakery very nice staffa and the sausage rolls and cheese and steak pies are amazing. I love in Malaysia and I'm Australian so to finally have some good bakery food was like being at home thanks.”

“Came for weekday brunch, was peaceful with fast service. Lovely coffee. Food was delicious, we ordered the Spiced Kumura and Huevos, and would order them again. Also has wifi, and decent gluten free options.”

“Excellent service on Mothers day where we enjoyed a filling, value for money menu in a friendly customer focused atmosphere. We ate inside where we were able to order off a varied menu. We ordered the benediction breakfast, and the big breakfast. Both were flavourful, with generous portions. The coffee was hot, and well made, in fact we ordered another at the end of our meal, taking our time to catch up without feeling rushed. We met Shaheen the owners wife who was checking to see that we were okay. Thank you to the chef, barista, and welcoming staff who made my mother's day very special.”

“We've been to “Sticky Fingers Cafe” multiple times now, celebrating different occasions — and every single time, the experience has been outstanding. The “Eggs Benedict” is hands down one of the best we've had, perfectly poached eggs with just the right balance of richness and flavour. The “Chicken Panini” is another standout — crisp on the outside, juicy and flavourful inside, with every bite packed with goodness. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making it feel like a cozy local gem. The hospitality is second to none — the staff are friendly, attentive, and genuinely care about your dining experience. Special shoutout to Chef Sarath — his creativity and precision in the kitchen are nothing short of magical. Every dish he prepares shows true passion and love for food, and it's a big part of why we keep coming back. Sticky Fingers Cafe has become one of our favourite spots in town, and we’ll definitely continue to come back for more!”

“Thanks to the lovely accomodating staff with my breakfast request Keto breakfast was awesome , tonnes of bacon in the Omelette and My Sister n Law had poached eggs and bacon . Coffee was awesome and lovely little pot of green tea too.”

“Great cafe, always get a pie and coffee from here. Coffee is really good!”

“My favourite cafe I should say Bakery as they make their own breads and many more items Great service all together even if it’s busy weekend Saturday morning breakfast time in their cafe #Yummy food #Smiling and welcoming staff #Reasonable prices #Must go and eat Next to their cafe you see countdown, Westpac Bank, GYM and other eating place”

“A café that feels like home. There are plenty of stylish and trendy spots out there, but this place sticks to the basics — and does them perfectly. The breakfast is always solid, no matter when you go. Nothing flashy, just real, honest flavors that never disappoint. Best café in the East, hands down. Even the coffee is all about doing the simple things right. Morning coffee doesn’t get better than this.”

“Delicious food- we sat in the sun with our 3 dogs on a lovely autumn day… service was great. Fantastic spot… a bit of Africa in NZ”

“Top service, friendly staff, very nice food and coffee!”

“This is the best place for coffee at ascot hospital and the friendliest stadff”

“As others have noted, this cafe is spacious and you can have your conversation in private. A good selection of cabinet food and prices for cooked food are reasonable. Our cheese scone was big so we halved it. We washed it down with a delicious hot choc and flat white.”

“I can see this being a real local charmer, the staff at the counter recognise its frequent visitors meaning they've got a reputation in the community, for me i ordered a delightful cured salmon and beetroot salad and thoroughly enjoyed it. We also ordered a creamy mushroom and that was devine, I'd recommend it”

“Really enjoyed dining in for lunch. I ordered the Eggs Benedict with bacon and it was delicious! The portion was quite generous. I also ordered an oat Hazelnut Latte and it was the perfect balance of coffee and sweet nuttiness. Although it was quite busy when I was waiting to be seated, the staff acknowledged me when they could although I didn’t mind waiting. The service was prompt and staff were lovely. I would love to dine in again sometime soon :)”

“Sierra fort street has been serving up the goods for many years and is a great meeting spot. Lots of seating and great location in the Cbd. Top spot! Sterling Arnet Kakapo Business Sales”

“Came here for the $20 special menu, super great value. We had the egg benny with bacon, Tuscan mushrooms and creamy tomato pasta for kid. Generous portion and cooked to perfection. The lovely staffs really contribute a big part in our great experience. Thanks again to Danny who was super nice and friendly to us. My cappuccino was great too, perfect foamy. Definitely a recommended place.”

“We came here for the final game of the World Series..great huge screen tv to watch the game.. we had their steak sandwich which was amazing.. the service was great .. the staff was very friendly.. great sports atmosphere .. definitely a great place to come !”

“The food here was exceptional! Everything was cooked well and the staff were very attentive and friendly. Highly recommended and will be back again.”

“Best muffins I have ever tried!!! Had to take a photo while eating”

“Was in need of a big breakfast as it was brunch time for me. The service was impeccable, the food not only was appealing but delicious and the portion was great. Definitely a treat, highly recommended for delicious food and atmosphere. Thank you, love the environment use provide.”