Cafe & Coffee Shop & Pub in New Zealand

“What a wonderful cafe. Coffee and food, both amazing. So friendly and accommodating. Thank you! Atmosphere is a great start to our day. Will definitely come again.”

“We recently went to Goodie Brothers in Botany and had such a great time that it deserves a proper shout-out. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt welcoming and lively, with a nice mix of modern décor and a relaxed, casual vibe that makes you want to stay a while. We started with the margarita pizza, which came out with a beautiful golden crust that had the perfect crunch on the outside and a soft, chewy bite inside. The tomato sauce tasted fresh and vibrant, and the mozzarella was melted evenly across the base with just the right balance of cheese and herbs so it wasn’t too heavy but still full of flavor. The fettuccine pasta followed and was just as impressive, with perfectly cooked al dente noodles coated in a creamy, well-seasoned sauce that felt indulgent without being overly rich, and the portion size was generous enough to share or enjoy on its own as a main. For dessert, we couldn’t resist the tiramisu, which ended up being one of the highlights of the night — light, airy layers of sponge soaked with just enough coffee, topped with creamy mascarpone and a dusting of cocoa that tied everything together beautifully. Alongside all this, we had a few drinks that were made well and complemented the food nicely, and throughout the evening the staff were attentive, friendly, and genuinely seemed to care that everyone was enjoying themselves. It’s clear the team takes pride in both their food and service, which really makes a difference. Goodie Brothers feels like the kind of place where you can go for a casual catch-up with friends, a relaxed date night, or even just to treat yourself to a good meal, and leave satisfied every time. We’ll definitely be back and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a spot in Botany with great food, good drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere.”

“Exceptional quality and value for money. Staff were friendly and good was prepared fresh. I deconstructed the chicken burger, it was amazing.”

“Great, chilled out spot for a catch-up and a few brews with mates on a Saturday afternoon without having to get too dressed up…”

“The mocktail is so good! Good place, great service plus free wifi!”

“We had such a beautiful meal here for two, restaurant is very authentic and service was great. The vegetarian lasagna was amazing and best I have had in Auckland also my husband had the meat lovers pizza which was very good! We finished off with the baklava for dessert which was lovely. I would definitely recommend.”

“Kids like the coaches so much, especially Callums & Nicky. The pool’s water quality is very good. Highly recommended your kids to learn swimming lessons in here.”

“Reasonably food and drink price. Come there for the coffee few times. Staff treat friendly and gave me a loyalty coffee card. Great customer service.”

“Absolutely positively amazing eatery. Food is delicious and tastes so good and freshly made. Staff are so friendly and always delivering customer service with a smile. Highly recommend this place to all my colleagues, clients, families and friends. We have made this place our new local. Definitely value for money..”

“Friendly service & great coffee!”

“Superb cafe tucked away by the airport. We were a little late and close to closing but the staff were so friendly. Very good coffee! The menu has a wide variety of choices and everything we had was perfect, great place for functions!”

“Absolutely Beautiful Restaurant and Bar, Excellent service, spectacular view of the Park and Sky Tower. Atmosphere was superb and our Dinner was exceptional. Thank you to all the Wait Staff and the Chef for a great evening out”

“If I was just rating the Indian food, it would get 6 stars (I haven't had the non-Indian food yet, but there is a good selection). I recently moved here from the UK, and generally speaking curries in New Zealand are not as good as the UK, and my test dish - chicken Dansak is either usually not available or not good, but at Mainsail it was brilliant...best curry I have had since coming to NZ, hands down (and better than many I've had in the UK). My wife who is not a big curry eater, enjoyed her Tikka Massalla as well - they get the heat exactly as you request. There was a good choice of non Indian food as well, which we didn't sample. In terms of atmosphere, the interior of the restaurant where we have eaten both times, needs refreshing. The views are good, and with a bit of attention, it could be a great space. The main bar seemed OK, very much a bar, and the outdoor patio looked like a great place to sit when the weather is good, which it wasn't when we went. This is overall a good place, and will be somewhere we come regularly due to the location and the excellent curry. I doubt I will ever sample their non-Indian, which looks fines, because the Indian so darned good!”

“Probably the best airport meal I’ve had anywhere. It’s genuine cafe / restaurant quality. Excellent coffee, and a nice burger and smoothie too. Thanks to Cecilia for her friendly service!”

“Great service, food was good but would have liked to see more vegetarian options. Overall good and would definitely go there again.”

“I had the salmon teriyaki salad( no soba noodles) which was very good and one of their homemade croissants which was excellent. No jam in the kitchen which I think they ought to remedy when the croissant are so good. All the meals were enjoyed my coffee was excellent made with Supreme coffee. Staff nice and helpful. Cost $$”

“place has become my regular spot to relax and catch up with friends. I absolutely love the atmosphere – it’s cozy and welcoming. The brunch here is always delicious, and the staff are genuinely kind and attentive. Highly recommend!”

“cute little local pub this was our stop from auckland to hamilton (recommended stop for road-trip) food was nice staff was really friendly they have a wide range option for whiskey and a decent option for tap beers (especially for ipa lovers)”

“We had such a great brunch here last weekend. The coffee was excellent—rich, smooth, and easily one of the best I’ve had in the city. Their oat-milk hot chocolate was amazing too, and the Super Avocado was definitely a standout. I also loved the café’s aesthetic, especially the fresh flowers on the tables. The staff were warm and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better.”

“The best dog-friendly cafe in Mt Eden. Great coffee, outside on the historic verandah if dining in, or delivered to the carpark by the friendly service team, along with mobile eftpos so you don't have to tie up your dog to go inside. There are free little dog biscuits on the verandah too. The staff could not be friendlier. Thank you to the Altar team.”

“Best coffee in Auckland! I had the best flat white here - strong coffee taste with the perfect milk top. Super friendly staff and great wee atmosphere here. Good off street side parks available too!”

“The staff is very friendly and the lunch is delicious.”

“Queenies has a lovely cozy energy, staff were kind and welcoming, and the prawn spaghetti had the perfect kick for a cold winter’s afternoon. My friends and I are already planning our next brunch date there, thank you!”

“We drive past this place almost on a daily and finally had a chance to visit tonight. My wife and I had the most amazing evening at Blue Ox Babe Pukekohe. From the moment we walked in, the staff were exceptional hosts and welcoming. The food was pure magic!! Every dish was delicious and beautifully presented. Thank you Blue Ox Babe.”

“It was so nice I had to go back TWICE. Could not recommend more - I’ll be back for more of their blends and that life changing HASHBROWN.”

“Great coffee and food, friendly service, nice wide range of teas to try out, would highly recommend.”

“Little Jimmy exceeded expectations. It was pretty busy on a Saturday lunchtime but it was surprisingly quiet and comfortable. Service was friendly and extremely quick. Great menu, and the food was lovely. I ordered the chicken schnitzel and couldn't fault any aspect of it. Good wine list and excellent coffee.”

“The food we ordered here was deliciously made. The hot chocolate and iced Chocolate were a great balance of sweetness. Staff were very friendly and place was nice and clean.”

“Just want to thank Tim for doing an amazing job. He was so accomodating to our last minute request to come back for drinks in the covered outdoor area. Such a lovely atmosphere fairy lights, fires and tasteful surrounds. The small touches he made like water in stylish brown bottles and beautiful cheese platters and antipasto boards made for a great vibe. It would be a perfect place for a 40-50-60 th birthday . A great chilled relaxed stylish space, even room for a dance floor and your own bar. Thanks Tim Marnie”

“This Cafe is a gem and vastly superior to the other cafes in this area. Food is really good but on top of that the service is great. Our most recent visit was exceptional - the owner heard the kids talking about a dish they wanted but it wasn't on the menu. He proactively offered to make the dish. Thank you.”