Grocery store in Auckland

“Great selection and reasonable prices, would recommend”

“Love this store. Clean, tidy with friendly helpful, knowledgable staff.”

“Friendly staff, good selection of meat. Follow up quickly with Facebook messages and let you know when special cuts of meat arrive.”

“Good service and Variety of choice. Thank you”

“Ordered thru Uber eats and it was so quicker then what I expect. Packaging was great. They have given separate bag for Hot Food and My Cold ice cream. Will order it again n again from this store.”

“Nice service here. Genuine friendly people.”

“Hi! I recently had the absolute pleasure of shopping at KOOKAÏ in Commercial Bay, and I cannot recommend this store enough! First of all, their clothing selection is amazing! For the first time in my life, I tried on a miniskirt that made me feel truly confident—and I’m beyond excited to wear it out. But what made this experience truly unforgettable was the incredible service from one of their employees, Alice. She went above and beyond to help me find the perfect size. When the size I needed was sold out at Commercial Bay, she immediately located it at another nearby store and arranged to have it put on hold for me. While this might be standard practice, her kindness, attentiveness, and genuine care were anything but ordinary. Alice truly made my day, and she’s the reason this shopping trip stands out as one of the best I’ve ever had. Thank you, KOOKAÏ, for a wonderful experience—I’ll definitely be back!”

“Always friendly service from the owner and the female worker. Always gd to see these 2.”

“Beautiful and fresh flowers alway never disappoint this place Very reasonable and fresh”

“This place is fantastic for kids who love sports, with a playground and a mountain walking track where you can get some exercise.”

“Nice store good varieties great service”

“Nice store good varieties great service”

“Excellent variety of foods on sale.”

“Great experience! Friendly staff and a fantastic selection of snacks, drinks and household products. A very clean and organised store. I’ll definitely be back, thank you!”

“Excellent service & a Great Selection. A+++”

“A small but kind liquor store in the City.”

“The best customer service is from Kamal, he knows everyone and a friendly smile and chat goes a long way. You want to always return to a friendly service and theres a lot of the same business around. Thank you Kamal for working hard and being who you are! We will always come back.”

“I picked up blood from brinks Tu Akau + Karaka like I have all week. Nothing to do with customer service so not appropriate to comment”

“Stop in here today, Saturday 24 January 2025, first time here, needs more stock!! These were a good deal though. GARAGE PROJECT Baltic Porter $2 each.”

“Excellent sushi, convenient shopping supplies, friendly service”

“Always friendly and a great place to pick up your daily necessities”

“I love this store. Very clean, tidy shelving, easy to find items. The isles are quite wide for a small store, so no one bumps into each other. Produce is fresh. Meat selection is good. It has this really calming feel for simmering so stressful for me as grocery shopping.”

“Pak’nSave Albany is one of the bigger branches on the North Shore, and it definitely shows. The store is spacious, fairly modern, and usually well-stocked, making it a popular choice for families and bulk shoppers. It keeps to the classic Pak’nSave model — low prices, minimal decor, and a focus on practicality over presentation — but the Albany location feels a bit more polished than some of the older ones. The layout is easy to follow, with wide aisles and clear signage, so you’re not bumping trolleys every few seconds. The shelves are usually full, especially earlier in the day, and there’s a decent range of both budget brands and the more well-known labels. Prices are, as expected, very competitive. You’ll find good specials across most departments, and if you’re shopping for a big household, it’s one of the better options to keep costs down. The fresh produce section is generally reliable. Some days the quality is top notch, other times it’s more average — pretty normal for Pak’nSave. The meat section offers good value and a decent selection, and the bakery is basic but has all the essentials. There’s also a reasonable selection of international foods, which reflects the local community well. Staff are usually friendly enough, though it’s mostly a self-service experience unless you go looking for help. Checkout times are fairly efficient, with a good number of lanes open during busy periods and a decent set of self-service checkouts for smaller shops. The carpark is big, but it does fill up, especially on weekends. That said, it’s well laid out and doesn’t feel like a fight to find a spot, even when it’s busy. Being close to other stores and amenities makes it easy to combine errands in one trip. One thing to note, like at other Pak’nSaves, is that what’s advertised online might not always match what’s in store, so it’s worth shopping with a bit of flexibility. All up, Pak’nSave Albany is a good choice if you want decent prices, a clean store, and enough space to do a full shop without feeling crammed in. It’s practical, reliable, and does exactly what you’d expect — no frills, just solid savings.”

“I absolutely loved your Portuguese tarts — they were the best! I’ve been looking for them lately but can’t seem to find them. Where have they gone? Hope to see them back soon!”

“Staff are super friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable. In store butcher is one of the best around, parking can be a bit hectic at times but they're truly a part of the Birkenhead and wider North Shore community.”