Cafe & Coffee Shop & Pub in Auckland

“Great little place to eat. Beautiful food. Efficient staff. Will definitely be back.”

“We had an amazing time at the cafe. The manager was very helpful with my questions and very accommodating with our requests. The friendly Manager recommended the Chef's Salmon Pasta. And it was absolutely delicious!! The menu looks amazing with loads of unique take on our regular dishes we find in the local cafes. They also had really nice pantry food. And the dessert looked amazing! Highly recommended!”

“Look. If you want to feel looked after and have a good feed come here. The staff are excellent and the food is delicious, second time being here and it’s still as good as the first time. I came back the second time because I knew that this place would be outstanding. I made good memories here with friends. Not gonna lie, this will be the worst part about leaving NZ. So if you come to Auckland and don’t want delicious food and a relaxing atmosphere to have a few pints in, aswell as be treated so bloody well by the staff. Go somewhere else.”

“I recently hosted a function in the restaurant and was very impressed with the service as well as the quality. Nothing was too much to ask. The food was simply delicious! Thank you Jessica and Vincent for your hospitality.”

“Got a vegan chocolate plum cake. Highly recommend. It was so good with perfect sweetness. Doesn't taste vegan at all. Amazing quality for the price!”

“A must visit place!!!! Best coffee ive tasted. Love the coffee aroma once you entered the store. We ordered the Boss breakfast and the pancake. They are Very generous and i have nothing to say about the presentation. To add to that, The staff are so friendly too. You also dont have to worry about the parking space.”

“Learned about this hidden gem from family and friends, and dropped by for lunch after picking up groceries. The chicken and squid karaage had the perfect balance of crunch and tenderness, while the egg and potato salad was a particularly inspired compliment. Loved the calm, cosy vibes of the premises, too - mix of indoor, shaded and outdoor seating available.”

“Good spacious cafe and bar with great cabinet selection. However, the product and display's name were inconsistent so we ordered the wrong thing (we looked at the name). Ordered a mocha but it was so bitter, not my taste personally. The staff was friendly.”

“Very cosy and chill vibe. Nice menu and just a cool place to hang out and meet up!”

“Definitely the best (and most beautiful) sushi I ever had. If you have a few minutes you should eat in the seating are which is located upstairs in a business lounge with a glass front facing the harbour. The prices start at 1,50$ for the basic ones and they also have other options than sushi (e.g. Edamame, seaweed salad etc.) Totally recommendable!”

“Moist and flavourful carrot cake, great coffee and fantastic service. They did get our coffee order wrong but everything else was so great, it wouldn't stop me going back!”

“Such an unexpected gem! Very impressed from our first visit. The beef sukiyaki nabe was amazing and flavourful - haven't eaten a proper sukiyaki in a long time! The kaarage chicken was also fantastic, with two amazing sauces. Overall an amazing Japanese kitchen with great menu variety. Will be coming back for sure.”

“"5 stars, hands down! I had the most amazing eggs Benedict for brunch, and the homemade hollandaise sauce was the icing on the cake. The staff were super friendly and made us feel right at home. The restaurant has a great atmosphere, with plenty of seating upstairs and a charming courtyard area. We can't wait to come back and try more of their delicious dishes!"”

“HALF & HALF - Recommended dish here. The dish comprises of half balsamic mushrooms & half scrambled eggs, along with two slices of delicious toasted sourdough. The balsamic seasoning of the mushroom was perfect and the scrambled eggs were cooked to perfection. Also the eggs were not seasoned, allowing me to adjust the seasoning to my taste. The staff were friendly and the service time was reasonable given how busy the place was. There is extra seating upstairs along with alot of outdoor seating, including the tables in front of the restaurant next door. Great to take in some sun rays and enjoy. In summary, they deliver staple food to a high standard in a great wee spot on Ponsonby. Will be back again!”

“When ever you arrive at Joes you are always greeted with a warm welcome and smile from the amazing staff!! You always know the service and Food are always outstanding. I so highly recommend Joes Epsom!!”

“The food here is AMAZING. Every single dish we ordered was perfection and the smoothies are to die for. We ate so much food as it was so delicious! The service was impeccable. Even though the cafe is not near where we live, we will definitely return regardless as our experience was perfection. Highly recommend!”

“Nice atmosphere, Well priced drinks. The new caterer has good food options at great prices.”

“Awesome place, the food is amazing and people who work there are really nice. Also the atmosphere and decoration is soooo beautiful. I'll definitely go again.”

“I've been a regular since the Parnell branch, and personally I think it's one of the top 3 coffee spots in New Zealand. Their managers are incredibly friendly. It's also great to see that the other staff are always smiling and working with a positive attitude. Have a great month, and cheers.”

“Wow !! What a wonderful surprise today when we randomly selected Vino Vino for lunch on our day trip to Waiheke. Our random choice was due to the incredible views. From the start to the end the service, meal and attention was first class. We have been fortunate enough to eat at some incredible restaurants throughout the World and would have to rate this establishment right up there. The food was faultless with a perfect combination of ingredients.Connie and staff…congratulations.”

“Awesome coffee! So cheap! So delicious! Such delicious people! Such polite muffins”

“Delicious real kiwi breakfast without all the mayo and extras some people can't eat.”

“3rd visit 21.6.25. Food still excellent. Service great, food arrived quickly and beautiful presentation. Went for sons birthday. Food was great. Son loved curry special. Loved the steaks. Great portions. Bit of a drive from Auckland central but atmosphere made up for long drive.”

“Absolutely the best place, love the vibe and service, have had multiple friends hold their functions here and it is always top notch, ohh and the nachos and pizzas are the best in my opinion.”

“I absolutely love coming here! The staff are always welcoming and friendly, and they make you feel like a valued regular even if it’s your first visit. everything I’ve tried so far has been delicious and really fresh. The pearls are perfectly chewy, and I especially recommend the brown sugar milk tea if you want something a little naughty. The shop is also clean and cozy, making it a nice spot to chill with friends. So glad to have this gem in the neighborhood. Highly recommend!”

“Came in here with my daughter today at a very busy period. Luvia made us bubble teas. Three different ones and all of them were so amazing. We have coming here as regulars pretty much every week once or twice for the last 2-3 years but today’s bubble teas were one of the best one we have had. Amazing job Luvia!!”

“First waiter was a little clueless, but food was delicious and Caitlin Smith worth the wait.”

“LOVE this place!! Food is always so freshly made and great flavours. Definitely takes me back to Thailand! If you’re a fan of fresh seafood, then you need to try the raw prawn salad. Love their curry puffs and money bags, super crunchy and comes with a really good sauce. Their sizzling plate is also amazing with some coconut rice. Service here is always so friendly, totally recommend!”

“The food at your restaurant is exceptional—each dish showcases the artistry and authenticity of Japanese cuisine. The flavors are incredible, and the atmosphere is so inviting. Thank you for such a wonderful dining experience!"”

“I love this place!!! It may be on a main road but the atmosphere inside the courtyard walls is beautiful…. a feel of Italy. We were greeted warmly and found a lovely seat in the sun where we thoroughly enjoyed the coffee and delicious food brought to us. I ordered the beef burger without buns and my son had the fish salad… both were spot on! I can’t wait to come back on an evening and enjoy the courtyard, with the festoon lights and a glass of wine with another Del meal!”