Cafe & Coffee Shop & Pub in Auckland

“Tucked away in an inconspicuous side street. Menu is limited but exactly what you want, with very reasonable pricing. I had a 16 oz iced matcha latte with soy milk, and it was perfect. Mellow, slight earthy, and a touch of sweetness coming through from the soy milk. It’s one of the best street matchas I’ve tried.”

“This is the first coffee shop I know of, where the taste is always consistent no matter what time you show up! Highly recommended.”

“Definitely worth the 2-hour drive to find this cute cafe. I was craving for strawberry matcha drink and I read in reddit that this is one of the shops that they highly recommend. My first sip of the strawberry matcha is heaven!”

“The steak and cheese is sensational! Chicken and egg filled roll is top notch and the custard tarts are excellent! Great food, and the staff always have a smile no matter what time for day or week! One of the best bakery’s in West Auckland for sure! Very good value for money aswell!”

“Awesome burger bar! Enjoyed the food and the service was fantastic. Great location. Highly recommend”

“Been in Birkenhead for 3 weeks and found this delightful independent coffee shop. Super friendly owners, ver clean and OUTSTANDING date scones!”

“I have been visiting Purrs and Beans for about 4 years now, and it is my home away from home and my furr family. I adore the cats and cat slaves alike! Spending time with these beautiful kitties is wonderful cat therapy and so good for the soul! Come alone or come with others - it does not matter. They have Mewvie nights and Hobbies with Cats nights on some Fridays. They sell the cutest cat merchandise as part of their way for helping cover costs of caring for their permanent resident cats. They also foster kittens / cats and they adopt them out while following a strict process to ensure the cats are matched to the correct homes. Faith-Ashley, Shane and their team always put the cats needs first and take amazing care of them. The cafe also has a batista service with a variety of things to drink as well as basic things to eat like cookies, donuts, gluten free items, Macarons etc. Absolutely worthwhile Cat Cafe to support!”

“Honestly, super good desserts here! Been here twice and they did not dissapoint! Tong sui, crepe, mochi all amazing”

“Small coffee shop on main street. Under new management, now making the best coffees in Birkenhead for the best prices! How can you go wrong for $2.50!”

“We had a cider and a beer flight. Both very good. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The Italian food was awesome as well”

“This place is epic! Great food & coffee in a spot you would not expect. So good!”

“I got the roast of the day and it’s the best coffee I’ve had this year”

“This café is run by a lovely Korean owner who was very kind, and they had a great variety of unique coffee options that you don’t often see elsewhere. It was a busy morning with lots of customers, so I ended up playing it safe and ordered a long black like a fool — but my brave friend ordered the hojicha and absolutely loved it! The indoor space was small, so we sat outside. There was a super cute table set up on what looked like a traditional Korean-style platform, which gave off such a cozy, nostalgic vibe. With the fresh morning air after the rain, a peaceful view of the park right next to us, a beautiful cup of coffee, and a croissant — everything felt just perfect. Next time, I’m definitely going to try the black sesame coffee and the canelé. :) Thank you!”

“The food and sauce are so delicious♡ I visit twice a week”

“Really delicious food and great quantity sizes. Will definitely try make this a regular place to eat!”

“I accidentally found this cute little cozy cafe right opposite Farmers, the lady at the cafe was so friendly and had warm smile. I ordered an iced latte & crispy chicken popcorn from their menu. The latte just hit the right spot & the chicken was just too good, crispy with a hint of sweet chilli sauce, amazing combo! I spent $ 14 in total and also got to get some work done with some jazz playing in the background. I’ll definitely visit again.”

“Stunning experience, not only the food is outstanding, great service. Large offre of wines by the glass and even more by the bottle - mostly organic, biodynamic and natural wines. Totally recommend the experience!”

“The food here is amazing. The menu is curated well and each dish is prepared with care. We had a wonderful server who took the time to explain each dish. A wonderful experience :)”

“Love this place. In town for only a few days and hit this spot 2 evenings for drinks, sliders, fries and chicken skewers. The owners are fantastic. Food is high quality.”

“I have been here many times over the years. I often am surprised with new menu items when I come. Have never left feeling hungry..I always try and organize meeting here if out this way.”

“The staff here are very friendly, welcoming and they always serve good quality coffee and food. I appreciate the young lady barista who helped me today with her heartily understanding . That cup of Flat White and the chocolate saved my afternoon☺️”

“It’s so rare to find a restaurant that gets it right in Auckland these days. Enjoy great food, great wine and excellent service - fantastic thank you guys!”

“Great cookies, passionate team. If you are looking for a unique spot to try in West Auckland or want to support your local can't go wrong.”

“Brilliant coffee, friendly server, terrific quirky decor. A little piece of urbanist heaven.”

“Great Coffee. Small cafe which hasnt got the room to cater for food. Coffee was excellent.”

“My favorite place in Auckland for lunch! Tasty, delicious food and amazing service! They’re always generous and kind, and sometimes they’ve even given us something for free. 100/100”

“Ryan from Barkers was extremely helpful. He is very knowledgeable in this field which really shows as he picked out the perfect suit for my bridesman. We both left feeling very positive and pleased with the service. Thanks Ryan!!”

“Wonderful tea selection, truly massive! And so many books, definitely worth a visit for a browse or a sit down. Had a lemon tart from the cabinet, which was yum. Staff were so warm and friendly, and very good at recommending teas. I will definitely be back!”

“Highly recommend the grilled meats here, especially the beef — perfectly cooked and super juicy! I’d suggest going for medium rare for the best flavor. Their signature Kika sauce is also amazing and goes perfectly with the meat. Definitely a must-try spot!”

“Our month-long North Island campervan trip is coming to an end. We arrived in Auckland earlier than planned during our trip, and we hurriedly found a campsite. It looked like a vagrant's hostel, so we canceled our reservation. We were so shocked as to get out without thinking further. To think properly, we decided to grab a bite to eat at the first cafe we ​​found, but it was closing time. We were eating our takeaway sandwiches on a bench outside, and the staff came out and handed a full bag of leftover doughnuts and bread from the day. They could have given them to another customers, but I think they gave them to us because we were on our way. The reason I mention this in my review is that I was impressed by their strict adherence to the same-day sales policy. The bread from our sandwiches at closing time was crispy and delicious, as if freshly baked. They could have sold the bread of still good quality the next day, but they'll bake tomorrow's bread the next day. Isn't that wonderful? As we were leaving, the staff, busy with cleanup, all waved cheerfully and said goodbye. My initial panic instantly calmed, and I felt at ease again. My husband said the cream donut was his thing, and even though he was already full from the sandwich, he ate it all up in no time. It's a shame I didn't get to try the coffee. I'll come back before I return to Korea to try the coffee and review it. (No photos taken in the bad mood)”