Tried their whole range of smoothies which was 🍊 Orange Reviver 🌱Green Detox ☕Coffee Boost and 🍓Berry Bright. They were all very tasty but our favourites was the Orange Reviver since we love mango & lime and Berry Bright!
For food, we ordered:
🍇🍌Antioxidant Acai Bowl
🥚🍳Huevos Sucios (Dirty Eggs)
🍅🌭Chorizo, Isles Have it All (similar to a big breakfast)
🧀🥑Halloumi and Avocado Waffle Rosti with some smoked Salmon.
All of them were presented beautifully and it was very delicious 🏵️ We could definitely see hints of the owners Mexican culture in the dishes which is a ➕
Good cafe in the city. Lots of seating. We were served quickly but our food took a while. Coffee and drinks came out first. We all ordered juice which was warm and would have been nice if it was chilled. Coffee was nice with the chocolate to stir through. All the Food for great except that the Eggs bene had a savoury waffle as the base which was hard (like stale) and lacked flavour. The Bacon & egg Buddy was uninviting and was literally just bacon and eggs in a bun. All the other things were delicious and tasty.
Came here for brunch with my friend and I had the 'Acai bowl' and she got the 'Bacon Buttie' which she found dry, bland and a bit tasteless but I thought my acai bowl was quite nice and the coconut yogurt was a nice contrast to the sweetness of the acai .Bit of an average cafe, probably wouldn't return too.
Came here for lunch and got the avocado haloumi rosti but replaced the avocado with egg as I don’t like avocado, at no extra cost. Really quick service but was probably because it was a late lunch around 2:30pm. Tasted pretty good too and it was a fairly nice place. By the cutlery holders need to be topped up more frequently. Heaps of them had no cutlery so I had to steal one from the next door table etc.
Had a lovely lunch here. We got the banana bacon pancakes and halloumi rosti. Both were very good. The pancakes were very fluffy and there was plenty of syrup.
The salad had lots of fresh ingredients and lathered in a generous amount of sauce.
Well priced and good sized meals. Got all your favourites for cheaper then your average cafe. Amazing hot chocolates and açai bowls! Service is efficient and effective without your food being trashy. A classic cafe with all the goods.
Business' name is the complete opposite of the business model. Poetic really. You can order a basic eggs on toast and it'll still make you cry. Tell your wallet to quit whining because damn, that wholegrain toast is probably what heaven is paved out of
Really friendly staff members, love going here on weekends for a coffee and some baked goods. Coffee is always delicious and fast to come to my table and cabinet foods are always fresh and taste amazing!!
One of the best eggs bene I have had to date! The bun they used was so soft and fresh. Place was decorated well, food came out quick and the hot choc was perfect with a chocolate bar in it. Awesome experience 😁
Great location and great vibe. Interiors are so cool, rustic and raw. Few selections of slices/sandwiches and to order meal. Ordered their limited edition Shaky Isles caramel slice and didn't regret it. Yum and moisty. Staff were busy maintaining the cleanliness of the store and were friendly. Prompt service is A+. Would like to try their sandwich next time....
Nice place, staff is always great, coffee is good, food is good, location is awesome. Breakfast on way to work, so convenient, went there so many times, never disappointed.
This Shaky Isles is located in Britomart. Their coffee is great especially if you're on the run in the morning or have a quick meeting! Great seating choices and a wide range of food to choose from.
One of the cafe I go very often.
I think their egg benedict is their best food so far. The bread is crispy outside but soft inside and the holindise sauce with crispy salty bacon and poached egg is just heaven.
Great fit out, great sandwiches and selection. I love the coffee. I miss this place! I wonder if they still put Whitakers bars in the mochas? Absolutely delicious! Highly recommend.
This cafe (Custome Street) locates near downtown Britomart in Auckland CBD. The bus stops are located straight at the front. Very easy to get here.
I really like the industrial yet classical ambiance, neither too dark nor too bright. You could spend the entire morning here reading and working.
I ordered hot chocolate, chicken burger, and shoestring fries. The hot chocolate was amazing, it used a real chocolate bar as the stick to stir the foam, then slowly got melted into the milk. The fries were okay, I don't have much comment on them. The chicken burger was a bit bland and oily. The only way to explain is probably burger is not their area of expertise. @sid
Overall, it's a good place to spend some reading, chatting and drinking coffees.@sid9slove
Kakaka
Really kindly staff, special mocaccono as well. It was good mood in a cafe. And the stamps and take a way cups are cute! I love it! Thanks you for your amazing coffee.
This place is pretty average and I find the prices to be a bit too high considering the lack of menu choice and overrated food. I had the egg benedict with a green smoothie. The egg benedict was very average and the bread was quite dry. Smoothie wasn't very nice at all - and I've had some pretty good green smoothies before, so overall quite dissapointed
I usually get the chicken burger and fries at shaky and it's soooo good! The chicken is super fresh, the coating tastes so crisp and they give a nice big slab of it. I also really love the mint mayo that goes with the burger, and the fries are so super crisp and addicting. The price is pretty cheap considering the amount of food you get and the quality of it. Today I decided to try something different instead of the go-to chicken burger. The pikelets (pancakes) were delish! The bacon was cooked perfectly and the pancakes were golden brown and fluffy. Would recommend if you felt like something sweet for breakfast/brunch. The ice chocolate is also a favourite, it tastes like soft serve with chocolate sauce, yum!
Been here quite a few times for cakes and coffee and this place is really good. Their cakes ,buns and sandwiches are quite fresh . The cafe itself is quite spacious with a variety of sitting options which makes it easier to find a perfect spot. Service is fast and prices are nominal .
Saturday mornings are packed with people at Shaky Isles.
But fortunately we got a nice table soon after ordering some food and drinks.
The short black& orange Smoothie were on the point. The Smoothie was well balanced between sweet& sour flavor and came with a quite large sized glass.
The mince cheese pie was freshly made, filled with a generous amount of fillings. A classic dish that we all familiar with.:)
The Eggs Benedict was a bit disappointing. First of all, It was way too simple--- two over cooked eggs on a English muffin, that's all. The hollandaise sauce was too sour to me, and the salmon had unpleasant fishy taste.
Waitresses were too busy to clean up the tables instead of take care of diners. So I would say service was a bit average.
A nice spot to have breakfast but a bit hit and miss. The breakfast bunty was particularly good with nice crisp bacon and enough sauce so the bread wasn't dry. The coffee was very weak and a bit on the cooler side (which is preferable for some), there is no options for flavored lattes. The location is perfect for me so I will probably end up back here
Angela (A Style Collector)
+3.5
Been here a few times for coffee and their coffee is strong and good. I like the decor of this place and service is pretty good too. I've only had their pastries not proper breakfast but I enjoyed them too. It's a good spot to have coffee near britomart
This cute café has a range of beautifully made sandwiches and pastries. I also love their chai latte. The decor of the place is also great for taking pictures. Furthermore, the staff here are all very friendly.
Amazing food and great ambience. Very laid back atmosphere and you'll meet the friendliest staff in town! My strong roast black coffee was freshly brewed and prepared. I would come to this place in a heartbeat.
Today was my second time here coming in for lunch. I had poached eggs on rye bread, they were as you would expect but didn't like the sprouts on the the toast. The cafe is very spacious with relaxed vibes and decor. Definitely think the coffees are too small, staff tried to sell me a large as I thought that was a small, and they are a little overpriced. I'm definitely keen to give other breakfast/brunch options on the menu a go.
Seems like a hipster space; a bit pricey for the serving size. Taste is on point. Stand out was the eggs benedict and their milkzhakes are huuuge
Went to Shaky Isles for lunch and had the Breakfast Salad whilst my friend had a pizza from the cabinet. The salad was really tangy and suited my taste and was very filling. Hope to come here again.
I've only been to this branch once on a Saturday, but I had a good time and have made a note to come back. As their name suggests, their shakes are what you should try out.
Service was great, and I liked the aesthetic of the place.
Came here on a Saturday afternoon for lunch. I love the wooden floors and high ceilings but unfortunately it can feel untidy and dirty in there. Ordering at the front counter you can see into the kitchen and it looks untidy and messy which can be off-putting.
We ordered the lamb and kumara pie, almond croissant and coffee and hot chocolate.
The pie was really good and so was the croissant. The cutlery in the holder was dirty so I had to steal some from another table.
Really interesting style of decoration! Cozy atmosphere,and there has enough space to have seat. So this place is the one of best choice to spend time with friends to enjoy afternoon tea. The pattern of cup is so cute, I collect both of them:) Lol
Had shoestring fries , beef Lasagna and ice chocolate. First time. Had some minor problem with food coming but solved immediately which leads to good customers services. Really love the environment. Cozy. Decent price
Let's not talk about its service but to be a real foodie and coffee enthusiast Shaky Isles never fail me. The last time I came was probably a year ago when taco was still on the menu. This time round I just realised they changed their menu so I decided to give the wrap a try. It was real good with its sauce and not oily. Coffee was great as usual.
Only when I found a seat it was a little but dirty but I can understand since it was anzac day. 😅 will totally come again.
Came here last Sunday.. I ordered the poached eggs on toast with a side of avocado.. It was lovely,
They have a good selection of sauces on the table and my favourite has to be the Rocket fuel sauce.
I had to get English breakfast tea to drink as my go to drink would normally be a mocha but they stick a Whittaker's chocolate bar in the mocha and it's too much for me first thing in the morning..
Good cabinet selection.
I've been going to Shaky Isles for a long, long time. This cafe is my 'go to' coffee date place when I am in the city. The layout of the cafe is beautiful. There are long tables to sit at while you wait for your takeaway order. If you walk down the stairs, there are tables upon tables waiting. They have a primo view of the street, too. I like people watching, so I love this aspect of the cafe.
I've had the cabinet food and from the menu. Both are brilliant. The coffee from this cafe is always good. Some of the best that I've had in Auckland, actually. I love their food. Some could say that I'm obsessed with it. That's the reason why I always suggest Shaky Isles when I have to organise a date in the CBD.
I love coffee. I love this place. I would 100% recommend it to anyone and everyone. This place is too good to pass up.
Nice and cozy cafe with one of the best flat whites in central Auckland! I also tried their Eggs Benedict which was good.. Would definitely recommend.
Popped in here for a coffee date with friends and wow what an atmosphere! Totally nailed the kicked-back, artsy cafe vibes and my friends and I (who were filming a short film at the time) felt write at home. The selection of food was good although a bit pricey (to be expected if course in britomart) so we stuck to the cabinet food. I opted for one of their pies although I was a bit gutted I missed out in their salad as it was all gone! The pie was stand out though, I never will go back to the pies in your average Mr Bobs easily! Good chunks of lamb and kumara served with a tasty chutneys was what I needed. Left here very happy and I plan to come back!
A cool, bright cafe in Britomart to catch up with friends over a coffee. Their coffee is great, though I won't say the same about their milkshakes which are just way too sweet.
They have good breakfast/brunch options too - good choice for grabbing a quick bite on a sunny day in the city. Service is decent too.
An Absolute gorgeous place to have my first lunch of 2016. Located near the Britomart transport centre just around the corner about 5 minutes walk. The food is really great and the cafe is real pretty and vintage looking. Overall the food itself is very delicious and feeling. The only downside I would say that the veggies are a bit salty. Costumer services and food quality are amazing so definitely recommend this place .
Food ordered :
Top - pikelets with streaky bacon,grilled banana and maple syrup ($15.5)
The drink - almond banana smoothie ($8)
Bottom - isles have it all ($21.5)
Even though we were there 20 minutes before closing, we were served very well. Food was exquisite and facilities were so cosy and pretty. Love the condiments rack, very useful.
This alternative place has a very cool vibe, sitting on the corner of customs st east and has a large seating area for people to eat and drink. I haven't been to this outlet before and it was a different experience to the newmarket one. Based on food alone I would give this place a high rating but alongside service I had to lower the rating. I ordered the eggs benedict with salmon and avocado on the side as well as a flat white. I couldn't help but notice that there was a bit of attitude coming from the service, probably because I was being indecesive and made my order complex. To be honest.. if you want to make money please be positive to keep people coming back, no matter how difficult they can be. The food was great and so was the coffee, all very fresh and had a good variety of flavours. Would recommend to anyone wanting a healthy, decent sized breakfast/brunch in the CBD
I am a very big fan of their baked eggs and eggs bene - always a fantastic quality and consistent every time I visit. They make for a great breakfast/brunch meal. What I love most about Shaky Isles is their decor and their wonderful Whittaker's hot chocolate. Their staff are fantastic and always helpful - looking forward to my next visit!
Nice and friendly service, great place for a business meeting.. Free wifi and a relaxed atmosphere for you to sit. Also nice clean bathrooms when I was there. Great range of food and decent coffee.
Feeling a bit low in caffeine while shopping in Auckland’s CBD thought I’d try out The Shaky Isles coffee. Glad to say I enjoyed a nice coffee. Not quite as smooth as Sub Rosa however still a nice cup. I was interested to see they have some pretty good offerings with single origin, vacuum coffee as well as the popular cold brew and pour over.
The food was served in very simple way. No fancy presentation. The taste of the food was good. I especially love it's cinnamon roll.
Coffee was good too.
There was a very helpful lady staff who handed me a piece of clean cloth for me to wipe my stained shirt when she saw me accidentally dipped my sleeve to the coffee.
Thank you.
Great interior but my first time trying a cold brew at Shaky Isles fell flat. The coffee tasted very weak and a tiny cup for the $4.50 price.
Wouldn't order it again, but will be trying some cold brews and other places around town for comparison.
I've been here several times but I'm yet to have a full meal. That being said, it's a really great place to have a smoothie or coffee and a snack - the counter is FILLED with delicious treats and substantial sandwiches.
I also really appreciate the free wifi and easy access to it - the password on the mirror makes life a bit easier. The decor is cool and there are lots of seats, tables, and friendly staff around.
MUST TRY THE LASAGNE
low on cash and super hungry ?
Go get a lasagne
Super delicious big portioned yum. I think it was $9.50
Tomatoey richness with mince. Feels like it had been stewing for a long time
The layer of cheeses was super creamy
This tastes super good with rocket sauce
~ friend had the baked eggs
Presentation is super cute steaming hot
Lentils had a curry like flavours ~ probably some Mediterranean spice
I love this place!! Tried the chickpea salad with kidney beans, feta, fresh mint, cherry tomatoes and basil. The dressing was zingy lemon and olive oil which was nice and light not greasy and fatty. It was absolutely delicious! Really healthy and fresh but filling. Great portion too. The staff were really friendly and professional. I can't wait to go back!
Great cabinet food, but even better coffee. Try it with a scoop of Kapiti vanilla ice cream for an affogato or come here for their mocha with a dark chocolate Whittakers Sante bar. Hits the sweet spot!
Great atmosphere. Nice interior. Food was excellent. Especially their salad. Tried Caesar salad and it was so delicious. Strongly recommend. I'm
definitely coming back.
Sebastian Perez Ramirez
+5
Such a good place I love the service, the atmosphere and of course the coffee was amazing I recommend to go there and have a mocha with a sweet treat...
Shaky Isles is only a 10min walk from uni, which is super convenient. This is a great spot for a coffee or brunch date. The ambience is hip and youthful. The lady who served us was welcoming and approachable taking our order quickly. I loved the interior of the shop with it's high ceiling, metal bar stools, large dark wooden tables, lighting and wall fixtures. From the plates to the table numbers, they put a lot of thought into the whole design. I ordered the Oreo Cookie and Iced Chocolate. The Iced Chocolate had the right amount of chocolate and wasn't too sweet with a generous swirl of whipped cream. But the cookie was average, the biscuit was hard and stale and the cream filling had no flavour. I won't order the cookie next time I come, but I know that their savoury options are delicious.
GideonMarisa MasterchefNz2015
+4
Standard goodness at this precinct! Love the feel of the entire cafe and think they have done particularly well with the menu! My eggs Benedict were marvellous and I would gladly go back and spend my last penny here, great coffees too #g1
Shaky Isles is always such a treat for brunch and their Britomart site doesn't disappoint. I love the quirky interior and colourful decor, and the place was humming with activity while we were there. I had the mushrooms on toast which were flavoured with the most delicious creamy balsamic sauce - yum! My dining companion opted for the classic eggs bene which were perfectly cooked. To round off our meals we had a couple of coffees and I had a caramel slice - so naughty but so nice!! The slice was small but to be honest it was so rich you didn't need anymore! A steal at $2.50 too. Coffee's were great, overall highly recommend Shaky Isles.
Best ever herbal Tea & cappuccino i have had in Auckxx yet. The guy who looked like manager made my tea everytime i visited them, he was really friendly nd warm, Excited to see what have they got in their lunch menu for us, will be back soon ,overall it was a good expirience !! You have earned one loyal customer "Shaky Isles".
Cheers!!!!!
#Amasing Ambiance
#great customer service
#quick service
#Smiling Faces:)
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If you're looking for hearty yummy food with a funky twist, this is the place to go. I frequently come here in summer to grab lunch and then wander up to Takutai Square to eat it on a beanbag in the sun. I love the chicken and mushroom pies and their lasagne. They make a solid flat white, and I recently discovered the Whittaker's hot chocolate they make with a whole santee bar melted into it. Mmmm... This is the only place in the Britomart area I know of that makes a real chocolate hot choccy and it's totally worth walking the extra few hundred metres for a your liquid chocolate fix.
The decor is laid back and fun. and they serve you with a smile every time. I haven't had a bad experience here yet. One time they accidentally mixed up my order (charged me for something they'd run out of ) and were quick to correct their mistake and offer me anything from the cabinet in place of the item I'd ordered, even though the dollar value of the replacement was slightly more than I'd originally paid.
Ate here last week. There are good and bad parts about this cafe. It has a pretry funky interior. Brick slightly tattered walls, lights hanging from the ceiling, rough dirty looking wooden floor, high arched windows.
The style gives a nice feel though I found the customer service to be smiley but somewhat cold. It's not necessarily a bad cold. Shakey Isles is inner city so would be well suited for someone that likes the less personal type of city life style.
The coffee was decent though the lamb burger I order tasted like an over priced subway meatball sub. It wasn't a bad burger, just felt somewhat cheap.
I'm on the fence with Shakey Isles. I'm giving it a tentative 3.5. With a little better customer service my rating could very easily swing to 4.
I would recommend this place and will go back again.
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Decided to come here after seeing the reviews on Miss Saigon in Newmarket. We were so close to choosing to go there. Their replies to people who give them bad reviews are absurd.
We saw the restaurant of the month menu was offered here and curious to try. $25 for one of the burgers (beef, lamb, chicken) plus a slice/cake from the cabinet and a homegrown juice for the fridge. We got a lamb burger and beef burger, mince and mozzarella pie, sausage roll, iced mochas, and homegrown feijoa juice. We loved how the food came hot, really hot. Not that Luke warm stuff you tend to get at cafes and even restaurants. Burgers were amazing, real meat patties, real ingredients. The pie and sausage rolls was good too! Probably could of done with a thicker gravy on the pie. The mudcake was good too and we loved how they served it heated up so the chocolate was nice and gooey. The highlight was our iced mochas. I would say its the best I've had, perfect balance of choc and coffee and a gooood dollop of whipped cream on top. We were a bit disappointed they don't do chips or any spuds at all but that's not a biggy. Will return to try their cold brew (they ran out =[ ) and other stuff on their menu.
Food: 4/5
Drinks/ iced mocha: 5/5
Atmosphere: 4/5 (comfortable searing and spacious)
Service: 3/5
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We came here for a little snack before a concert. I've dropped by at Shaky Isles before to get a smoothie to go which wasn't too bad as well!
The interior at Shaky Isles is so indie! I feel like there's no other way to describe it but there are splashes of paint on the walls and where we were sitting, an intricate art piece covered almost the entire corner of the wall. It was all coffee related of course, but it was so interesting getting lost in the wall art.
We got two mochas and a cappuccino and some snacks each! I got hot cakes which I shared with Bitna and Jessica got a lamb pie! Myself and Bitna also got a sweet treat on the side — I opted for a caramel slice and she got a big Oreo cookie.
The wait staff were very nice! When our hot cakes came out the butter or cream that was on top fell off the top cake and she apologized for it. Presentation was kind of messy because of this little aspect, so I didn't get a photo! We weren't too fussed though as it tasted good regardless! Our mochas came with a whittakers chocolate stick and because I'm a slow coffee drinker, I found that my coffee became quite oily after when most of my chocolate had dissolved into the drink. I had about half left but couldn't bring myself to drink the oil the chocolate had left.
Overall, the service here was great! The food was good too, but not spectacular. I may be back for some of the sweet treats in their front cabinet though! :)
Sarah Reynolds #challenge
Shaky Isles has the cutest theme and decor, with splashes of graphic quotes and cartoons on the wall, giving it a happy, vibrant vibe. Their menu is great with something to satisfy those who love classic cafe items, and those looking for a bit of a twist. I love how they serve their hot chocolates with a real Whittakers sante chocolate bar, but the only thing is that you have to wait for the chocolate to melt fully before drinking it. Also, it's hard to resist not gobbling up the chocolate bar before it melts! It would be nice if they added chocolate powder into the milk too along with the chocolate bar as it was barely chocolate-y after it fully melted. Their food is on the small side for what they charge, and while it looked appealing on the menu, it didn't quite deliver on the plate.
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After a couple of bad experiences a couple of years ago including one particularly awful caesar salad, I've been wary of heading back to Shaky Isles.
But between it being a favourite amongst my friends and being on a personal mission to find the best coffee in Britomart, it seemed only just that I give it another go.
It was well worth the gamble. I ordered a pumpkin pinwheel and almond milk cappuccino. Both were delicious and quite notably, the coffee was possibly one of the best I've ever had.
While I wish they (and everyone else in the CBD) would do more in the way of snack sized savoury treats, I was pretty taken with the idea of a gluten free cherry ripe slice and looking up at the menu I am intrigued by the idea of artichoke fritters.
With that incredible coffee experience in my pocket I will be returning to see how other menu items go.
The only outstanding odd bit - the coffee slogans - why? Why would I straddle a large mammal with my coffee? why are you riding a banana? I love the idea of a cute coffee cup slogan but these ones are just odd....
#challenge
I have only had the pies here but they are GOOD! And I love the decor! The last time I was here there was a it of a wait on my pie as they were very busy but they made sure I knew it would not be too much longer. Will definitely be back again and again.
Really great atmosphere, and the food was top notch. We had the pikelets and the eggs benedict, both of which were excellent, however the hollandaise was pretty cold but it still tasted yum. I would definitely take my tinder dates here for breakfast again.
Great and fast service, lovely atmosphere and decently priced. My group got a milkshake, two coffees, a smoothie and an almond orange cake. Everything was really nice, would recommend!
Walking into Shakey Isles was very welcoming, the ambience of the place was very pleasant. With the cabinet staring right at you its hard to pick what you want. everything in there is just so amazing! Although the prices may seem hefty, its well worth the cost and definitely leaves you feeling satisfied. its a great place to grab a coffee and socialise with some friends.
i had bought the goodstuff sandwich along with a large latte. Honestly.. best sandwich i have tried in a while. The produce was fresh and the flavours were to die for! i recommend Shakey Isles to all my friends
The staff are also very friendly and make you leave with a smile on your dial :)
Made me feel like I was back in Melbourne!
Hipster modern casual feel to decor and service, with a friendliness and professionalism during a busy morning period. Excellent eggs Benedict and coffee, was exactly what I was looking for! Bonus: free WiFi available for those morning rituals
Shakey Isles Britomart is a funky little cafe in the heart of Birtomart. Food is always consistantly great , you can never walk past the cabinet without ordering a thing or 2 to down with the amazing coffee. The staff there are a friendly bunch & a smile is always iminent. We often travel from the North Shore on the weekend for coffee & food here. A must try. Great work team.
P.s try the picklets & the pulled pork roll with a great amount of pork & slaw! YUM!
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I am so glad I was introduced to this place recently. Not only is the atmosphere incredibly inviting, but the food is just as fantastic! Granted, the service was a little slow on the day I came in with a friend but that really came down to how busy they were.
A friend and I both went in for an early afternoon bite to breakway from a nearby event. I ordered a Whittaker's Mocha while my friend ordered a Whittaker's Hot Chocolate - very good! Although my order was mistaken for a Hot Chocolate, which was fairly promptly rectified after I informed the waitress.
While my friend ordered the Eggs Bene with bacon, I ordered the Haloumi Bruschetta with extra haloumi and I have to say... it HIT. THE. SPOT. I kid you not, I had a dream about in the week following (sad, I know, but bloody hell was that good!) My friend also enjoyed her Eggs Bene, though one of the eggs were a little overdone (not runny as would be expected), but in saying that she said she didn't mind and was happy overall.
I will point out one negative, though nitpicky/petty at best. I'm not one to complain about people's attitudes nor impose my own requests on others, and neither am I fond of playing the victim card or taking anything personally, but - as with many other food establishments, just as a way of asking because you never know - I asked the lady at the counter if any of their meats were halal. I'm not bothered really if there aren't any options or not, because I can easily order seafood/vegetarian/egg options, but when the lady asked one of the male staff in the kitchen (I'm not sure whether executive/sous chef or whoever), he made the most disgruntled/scoffed face expression as if the question that was posed was a ridiculous/laughable one. I did not take offence to it or I may be reading into it, but I found that to come off very rude and I felt a little off (before I tried the food of course!) but I know that asking such a question could do no harm, surely?
In any case, I will be back many, many times and I cannot wait to try something else - or even get the bruschetta and coffee again. Plus the selection of food in the cabinet: phwoar!
I love the atmosphere of this place, me and a friend popped in late afternoon for tea and had a dessert each. Was delicious and the staff were really nice :) hope to come back for a proper meal soon
The times I come to Shaky Isles is almost exclusively while waiting for a bus. The cabinet food here is always great and the coffee nice and strong. Couple that with a chill atmosphere and great decor this is a cool cafe to just chill in.
I came in here with my daughter early (7.15am ish) and was really impressed.
My daughter had a coffee which she said was strong and well made and we shared an almond cake - strong deep flavour and good size for two to share.
The range of food was appealing and the pies looked very tasty.
Service was quick - they were busy - and friendly.
The decor was great with bare brick walls and various messages about coffee and related matters.
The location suits my daughter rather than myself (nearer to Uni) but was so impressed that this my replace Sub Rosa as my favourite CDB cafe.
Every time I walked pass this cafe, I adored their interior designs and it is usually packed with people. Today I finally visited to have a cup of cappuccino and my boyfriend who order flat white with double shots. The coffees were good but I personally felt that my coffee wasn't hot enough to my liking. It was warm but not warm enough to melt the sugar I put in.
I was also surprised that there were no menu available at the counter when I wanted to see what do they offer. But overall I just enjoy the atmosphere and decorations/interior designs of the cafe. I think I will return next time for a breakfast meal and a cuppa.
Decided to try this place out when we walking pass it. It looks really cool from outside.
We walked in ordered a flatwhite , a iced coffee and carrot slice to share. Their coffee was okay neither extremly good nor bad, the carrot cake was yummy though.
I really like their atmosphere, it's such an airy and cozy space. It's a place you can take your time enjoy a cup of coffee and daydreaming.
Their service was great, the staff was very friendly. Unlike other busy cafes they don't seem very bothered even I stayed there a little longer.
This place is my refuge from all of the Starbucks, Coffee Clubs and Esquires in the Auckland CBD. A corner full of character!
I quite often go here just for their hot chocolates which come with a Whittakers sante bar to stir in. I've also tried their bacon and egg rolls at breakfast time, the cabinet food is delicious!
The interior style is industrial. If exposed brick walls, low hanging lights bulbs and wooden floors are your jam you'll like this place. There is a good amount of seating available. There are large tables to share with cute strangers and there are cushioned chairs by the window so that you can just stare at cute strangers.
Next time you're in town shopping up a storm take yourself here for that well earned break.
Never had a bad experience at this café :) Coffee is always excellent and the food is delicious and reasonably priced. My current favourite spot! Can get a little cold in the winter though...
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We visited this cafe at the tail end of a city visit when I couldn't face the drive home without a caffeine kick. I was a bit concerned about finding a child-friendly cafe in the CBD and eventually thought that I'd just have to suck it up and make it work. Thank goodness I chose Shaky Isles. The counter entry isn't particularly pram friendly - I lugged our stroller up a small flight of stairs although I did notice a wheelchair lift that could be utilized if necessary. There is however a flat entry from the street to their lower dining entry so that could be an option. The murals on the wall were both beautiful and informative- great work!
We ordered a soy mocha (for me) and a cinnamon brioche to share. The mocha came with a santé bar of chocolate slowly melting in - yummy! The brioche was spicy and sweet - extremely good value.
The service was great - the staff are us feel incredibly welcome. The icing on the cake for me as a mother was the inclusion of a small toy corner - my car-mad Master One was in heaven. We didn't see any high chairs but to be honest we weren't looking for them - they may be there. My only gripe was that after crawling around on the floor playing with the trucks, my son's pants were filthy with dust - not a place for your kids to wear their Sunday best. Despite this, we'll definitely be back!
Went here for breakfast after a night out and it was exactly what we needed. Love the setup and atmosphere of the place and the staff were polite. The food was well done and of decent portions. I ordered the 'isles has it all' which offered a good selection of everything. There is a good range of vegetarian options here too which pleased my partner. Will be back when we're in town to try some other options here
I've got massively mixed feelings about this place! I absolutely love the food and the feeling of the place! The coffee can be a bit hit and miss over the last few times I've been in! The staff are all polite but I always get the feeling that I'm just the "next" customer!
Visited for breakfast. Friendly staff and great looking food. Enjoyed eggs Benedict and bacon. That was one of the best I have had. Great twist with the brioche bun. Great work and will be visiting again. Once again friendly and helpful staff. Thanks
While I always feel guilty for spending hours in the cafe doing study, my reason is because in the morning this place is not too loud but not too quiet, is so comfortable to sit in and their coffee is something special. Always consistent and delicious. Yet to try something off the menu but the cabinet food is what i'll probably be going for next!
My brunch menu was poached eggs on silver beet and rye bread. They didn't have egg's Benedict so this was the alternative. The photo makes it look small, but it was actually quite filling. I took my time, not wanting to go out in the cold wet weather any time soon. Love lazy mornings.
Perfect spot for coffee, lunch, whatever. No need to go to your boring Coffee Clubs, Esquires or whatever else is popping up nearby, this place has style and character. Always been impressed with their food and coffee, especially their mochas (they do the melting stick of chocolate mocha :-)... Carrot cake also top notch! Location excellent for all the startup hipsters upstairs at the Generator, and convenient to Britomart. Probably one of the earliest cafes (that I have seen) to do the exposed brick look that everyone is now copying...
Very funky interior, plenty of seating, and cute layout.
Loved how the food arrived - on wooden boards. I ordered scrambled eggs with extra salmon on the side. The eggs came out on a tiny pan! That was definitely diffrrent from the rest.
This place is great for brunch on any day of the week. Delicious food selection! Have tried their pikelets blueberry and enjoyed it very much as well as the pulled pork burger! Meat was soft and has a hint of sweetness that goes well with the veggies. Coffee is great too! Not to mention the cool place they've got. Lovely atmosphere, good for chilling out on a fine day.
Came in to get a hot chocolate today after lunch (230pm).
I had to wait a little bit because the barista had another order to do first. Even though he was busy, he acknowledged me and gave me a lovely warm smile- so happy and nice to see someone enjoying their job and looking after the customers!
I came across Shaky Isles in downtown Auckland recently. It is in a great location and the decor is a blend of funky, modern and rustic. I had Eggs Benedict for brunch and was really pleased to see that it came with both organic bacon and spinach (a la Florentine) on Danish rye. The eggs were almost perfectly poached and Hollandaise came on the side, as requested. Most of the brunch menu seemed to feature Danish rye - not usually my first choice but it tasted great and wasn't too heavy. The presentation really stood out with my meal served on a wooden board with lines of salt and pepper as part of it. Much more interesting than a conventional plate! Brunch was quite costly (meal = $17.50 and latte = $4.50) so I'd say Shaky Isles is more of a 'treat' destination, but it's definitely somewhere I'd return to when I'm in Auckland again.
What a bloody fantastic place!!
The cafe interior is unique and quite spacious, with a styley faux-bohemian chic. Other unique highlights were the serving dishes - wooden chopping boards - I love it!
Tremendous caramel choc slice tasted very fresh and homemade ... Quality flavours in that thick gooey caramel layer. Great coffee... Excellent execution of the much despised decaf soy flat white ;)
Staff were smiley and helpful.
Only critique is the one seriously wonky pink fabric chair that needs to be fixed, coz I nearly landed on me butt on the floor!
High ceilings and massive light-giving windows are great. It looked like a good varied brunch menu too, but I was just in for morning tea.
Came down for the Santa parade yesterday with my daughter and stumbled across this cafe. Not very visible from the street if you are browsing the area. Only popped in for a coffee and a smoothie to takeaway. Ordered a flat white and a berry smoothie at the counter. The guy who served me had a moustache, actually, all the guys had moustaches it was kind of weird. To my amusement the guy at the counter clarified why, Movemeber.
Ordered the drinks with him and before I knew it my coffee was sitting on the counter, the coffee guy must have overhead my order while I was chatting and started to make it. really needed that with a screaming 7 year old. The smoothie followed afterwards and was yummy, had to sample it for myself. My daughter was quite for the next 15 minutes.
Great friendly service and the coffee was yum too. will have to pop back for some brekky
Shaky Isles is a really cool cafe in downtown Britomart. This was my fist time after hearing mixed reviews about the place. Service was casual and friendly, nice to have in the city which runs at a million miles an hour. I had a flat white and it was excelent, a bit small for my liking, would have been nice to know that there was a bigger size. Ordered a Steak Sandwich. within 10 minutes it was on the table. Quite a different story from what I was told by a friend who said the food was slow. Tasted great!!!!. So full, so satisfied, will be recommending.
Noelia Gonzalez Quiñones
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Went with a friend to have brunch at this place as I had a voucher. We were very pleasantly surprised! The menu is slightly expensive, but the food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. The milkshakes were yum too. The place was very nice as well, and the waiters were very friendly. I am very happy to recommend this place.
Shaky Isles is a very popular cafe chain with outlets in Kingsland and in the CBD. I popped into the CBD store as I had a voucher for a free coffee with any purchase.
I ordered the haloumi bruschetta which came with avocado and tomato. It was really tasty but for the portion size, I found $15 to be a bit pricey. However, the flat white was excellent.
The service was awesome, very friendly counter staff and I didn't feel like a hassle when I asked to use my voucher when they were busy.
What a cool cafe, with free Wi-Fi.
I had 'pig in a bun' and my usual triple shot coffee. The milk shakys (milkshakes) look the business!
Some of the menu is vegetarian-friendly too, which is great for my herbivore friends!
Loved the space, the creative walls, the presentation of the food and the genuinely happy staff!
You should go - if you haven't already.
Good breakfast and brunch type food... Sometimes there is a bit of a wait before the food arrives...but quality is hood
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The cafe is spacious with cute wall decorations. It has a quirky sense of style and is a fun place to visit
A mixture of modern and industrial interior well suited to match the busy life of Britomart.
Presentation is perfect with most meals served on a wooden board. Shaky isles obviously takes pride in their quality of presentation they bring to you! its a nice down-to-earth cafe with friendly service for a quick bite to eat or catch up with friends.
Menu is presented on a large blackboard above the counter and behind the cabinet which offers little sweet treats or good old savoury sandwiches or pies.
I went for a nice lunch with a group of friends. Whittakers Hot chocolate is a must! We all ordered one and we all loved it :)
The Cajun chicken soft shell tacos were amazing. Don't let the cajun name fool you, these little things got a lot spicier! Mango salsa was refreshing and was great with the chicken.
I'm a frequent customer at Shaky Isles, usually to pick up a morning coffee or a lunch in this cute little cafe.
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Shaky Isles is a good go-to to have up your sleeve if you're in the Britomart area - they can always be relied upon for good drinks, and cool presentation.
The cafe itself is large and airy, with two separate sections to find a seat within. The surroundings are a mixture of edgy brick, mural, glass, and rich hardwood floors.
Prices are a little high for the small portions you receive, but the presentation tends to distract you. Their muesli is particularly good, as is their hot chocolate, which comes in the form of a stick of chocolate melting into your glass of hot milk.
Last time I was in, they were still presenting meals on wooden chopping boards, and muesli in glass jars. It was a great twist on your usual shallow, square white plate setting.
The price isn't always right (although for me, once the price was complimentary!!!), but the experience is memorable!
To see more about my time at Shaky Isles, check my blog post:
http://minaross.wordpress.com/2013/09/16/early-spring-food-and-festivals-in-auckland/
Shaky Isles is home to awesome decor, friendly staff and lovely food. We love their menu food but aren’t quite fans of the cabinet.
A must try dish would be the Portobello Ciabatta. The creamy mushrooms topped with wine sauce and sprinkled with Kapiti cheese, all on a slice of crispy ciabatta is simply delicious. Pair with a cup of Whittakers Hot Chocolate - served with steam milk and a Whittakers chocolate stick. A fun and incredibly rich cup of hot chocolate.
Do go along and visit this cool cafe, if not for the food then at least for the staple coffee story wall.
Read the full review on http://twohonesttruths.com/category/shaky-isles/
I first went to shake isles for my birthday and I was thankfully pleased with the whole experience. First off, the staff are super friendly and are not afraid to get into a full on convo with you. Shakey isles also pit there's own quiet spin on classic meals and there presentation is extremely creative and inspiring. You definitely need to check it out for yourselves as words will not do it justice. It should be noted however that a lot of the products used are 'healthy' alternatives, so if you're not a fan of whole meal bread, you might have to make that clear to them before you order. Woof.
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Shaky Isles is the cafe that embraces all things Kiwi; Vogels toast, pikelets and wilted silverbeet instead of spinach on your eggs Bene. And you can't leave out the Whittakers chocolate bar that melts into your hot chocolate as you stir it in - sweet as.
The little brother to the original Kingsland cafe, Shaky Isles Britomart was opened in late 2010. Located in Excelsior House on Customs Street East, the interior of the cafe embraces the historic nature of the 1897 building. The walls are stripped back to the original cladding or tiled, and decorated with the company's distinctive graphics. You can choose from large communal tables or an annex with smaller table seating. It all combines to create a very funky, inner-city, New York-style vibe.
We visited on a cruisy Sunday morning, and the kitchen seemed to be in cruise mode too. Our coffees were quick to arrive but breakfast was a little longer in getting to us. Shaky Isles' tag line is "putting the (serious) fun into coffee" and they mean business. You can stick to your regular espresso hit, or branch out and try their specialty syphon coffee (think bunsen burner crossed with a plunger). They are also making filter coffee cool again, and the bottomless mugs on offer entice you to stay & linger whilst using the free Wifi. The cold drip coffee comes in neat, still or sparkling varieties if you feel like a refreshing caffeine fix. But it is hard to go past those mochas and hot chocolates with the unctuous, melting Whittakers chocolatey-ness oozing from them......
The breakfast/brunch menu offers a unique, if limited, selection of meals, supported by a cabinet display of salads & sandwiches. Each meal comes served on a large wooden board; muesli, fruit & yoghurt in quirky glass jars & bottles to be mixed at your pleasure, and the more substantial cooked meals come stacked on Vogels toast with a heaped pinch of loose sea salt & cracked pepper adorning the corner of the board. The hollandaise on the Eggs Benedict had a delicious lemony tang, and the silverbeet was perfectly wilted. These guys are committed to using the highest quality ingredients and sourcing local, organic and free-range wherever possible.
If you are serious about coffee, Shaky Isles is your kinda place. This cafe oozes style, and as the substance continues to measure up, Britomart will have another jewel in it's rather overloaded crown.
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A good cup of coffee in a trendy, airy setting. Plenty of space to sit and work when I visited but imagine it's busy during term time. Prices seem rather steep for a campus coffee when most customers will be students.
It was average. The Chai latte was very sweet. They missed one Flat white for us. I do like the atmosphere - bit artsy and casual. The price is however high for students.
Fabulous cafe with nice hot chocolate staff friendly too
Not a whole lot of food options but a nice and quaint place to eat and chill.
Lovely, if pricey, cafe. You're not going to find bargains here, except for their Budgie meal. The portion for the Budgie isn't very big, but it's big enough to be filling. Tasted decent. I've also had their piccolo and manuka mint tea, and both have been pretty good. It gets really crowded and quite loud here, so not the best atmosphere to study in. Their decorations are top-notch though.
Had a really nice passionfruit and carrot muffin :) Staff are super kind and speedy too!
A little bit tired now (understandably) but still serving great coffee in a vibrant, trendy setting. Especially nice during off-peak times of the year when it’s not super busy. Can’t comment much for the food though.
Great coffee !! and great customer service 😗
What a shame I can't give 6 stars! This is the University's flagship quality café, which is matched by a really groovey interior design and beyond friendly service. Whether you're landing a billion dollar deal or taking someone on a date, shaky isles is the place to go.
Lovely little cafe by the library, where you can fool yourself into believing that you live the life of a flaneur - deadlines, credits - you're above all that. While the cafe isn't exactly expensive, the portions served from their displayed food counter is not particularly value for money. Grabbing a coffee on the go or sitting down with a beer/hot chocolate while you read a book or send yet ANOTHER email to an employer may be a wiser choice. Come for the lush ambience, the soft music, and the happy faces at the counter - you'll be glad you did when you spend yet another all-nighter and question your life decisions later.
I love the atmosphere and the music selection. The unit's wifi works here so it's the perfect spot to study and work. Great coffee.
Service can be average due to understaffing which sucks but I always have a great time here!
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