This iconic pub has evolved to be a regular gathering hole for many. We watched the AFL final here cos it had the smarts to provide its venue as one of only a couple in the city. Well done and thank you!
This was the perfect place to come after a day at the zoo. We loved the British classic pub feeling— wood paneling, bar stools, booths, punched tin ceiling, carved wooden bar — but it’s more than just a pretty face. They have an extensive selection of beers on tap, wines, and a full bar, and the food choices are more creative than most pubs. We loved our Chicken and Waffles! If I lived in Auckland, I’d be a regular.
The attention, service and banter with the staff mid week Wednesday is just awesome, so well looked after and we were spoiled for choice enjoying so many different things. You can’t go wrong enjoying a tap craft beer and good delicious food here in Newmarket. Highly recommended!
Great food and drink selection, nice atmosphere and service.
I had the Southern chicken burger and it was delicious and the curly fries were cooked perfectly. The cocktail of the week was mojito and i was pleasently surprised by it as the place is known for its beer selection.
Will be back and would totally recommend. The chef deserves a recognition.
Have been a couple of times and would thoroughly recommend it for a lunch or dinner and a chance to try great craft beer. You can get tasting racks, with plenty of different taps to sample. Their pizzas are excellent and the curly fry poutine was delicious. Good seating options inside and out. Staff were really friendly and attentive.
i loved this flower shop and it's really handy to get to especially when you're just live up the road from it plus it's right next door to kiwibank witch is absolutely perfect for me
A surprising craft bar in Newmarket. Stumbled upon this place and was impressed at the selection of drinks they offered. The pink cider was a refreshing hit after walking all afternoon. Unfortunately the keg ran out halfway through a pour of one of the stouts which resulted in a not so nice mix of 2 beers mixed together. The bartender however was amazing and provided a free drink of any other beer that was still available. The food options weren’t broad and after trying the (burnt) fries I probably wouldn’t get any food next time. Overall 4/5 stars for a nice spot for a brew or two before moving on with the day. Staff were great and would come back solely to be served by them again.
First rate craft beer on tap, great food, service and atmosphere. Had a huge Philly Cheese Steak with a fab IPA. What more can you ask?
A stunning little bar on Lumsden green. Been here a number of times now and the are staff always friendly and welcoming. The range of craft beers is excellent. And the nibbles yummy. Don’t tell too many people, I don’t want to loose my seat. Good work
We usually come here for any sort of after works drinks since there is a really nice selection of beers, ciders and whiskeys. There is plenty of seating outside as well as inside, with more seating in the back area of the restaurant. You generally head up to the counter to order, both inside and out. They did sometimes come around to take order and brought an EFTPOS terminal when they brought the beverage.
The menu changed recently and they had added and readded some items including the chicken waffles. The chicken, waffles and bacon were all quite crispy and the plate had quite a few layers of them. It was then drenched with maple syrup. I really enjoyed it. We tried the cajun wings and they were ok. The flavour wasn't very strong so it was almost like normal fried wings. The honey chicken pizza and the garlic cheese bread (which was pretty much a pizza) were both also quite nice.
It is a nice place to come by for drinks and food. The outdoor area is quite nice during summer too.
Absolutely amazing customer service from fellow Brit, Sophie. Felt like I was back home again. Brilliant atmosphere, will definitely be back 👍🏻
Best gastropub in Newmarket. Welcoming, neighborly and real. Not trendy and 100% better for not having any weird stylistic interior or decorator created fantasy.
When I noted "real" I meant it. This is a signature New Zealand style venue.
Welcoming staff and friendly clientele.
The beer from the kegs is part of the extensive selection on offer which changes every day. So, you might find a new treat and never be able to get the IPA again.
By the way, food is often in shared plates and eaten with fingers.
Interesting selection of Hoppsters, Nitro, Dark Beers, Wheats, Ciders, Sours and Ales.
I was here at The Lumsden catching up with my bestie. There were4 of us for lunch and drinkies.
Staff are wonderful and they remember everything we ordered, did not even have to write it all down!
Service was great. We had a cocktail of the week, yum.
Food was awesome too.
The best experience! Amazing service, most delicious food and relaxing atmosphere. Thank you Lumsden Team!! Will absolutely be back soon
Great vibe, great staff, great selection of drinks. It’s a really relaxed bar and a great place to take friends for a beer and watch a game.
The vegetarian burger wasn’t excellent but it was ok. The pizzas did look great! Next time we’ll have one of those.
The best part was the tables on which you can draw! It’s fun for kids and for adults! Really awesome concept.
Great selection of beers. Tried the Black Forest Stout which is low in carbonation and storee in room temperature. We were in two minds initially but it soon was a no brainer once the bartender got us to taste some.
The wings pizza and nachos were pretty good too but the one thing that blew my mind away was this little beauty that I found in their vast collection. The North West Petit Luna. It's a hibiscus lime and sour ale, which has by far been the best sour beers I have ever tried. So thanks Lumsden Free House and the very warm, welcoming and friendly staff members who attended us. Cheers
The wings were really nice. We ordered the hot and insane wings. Definitely wouldn't caution anyone trying insane. I had one bite and it took me a long time to recover. My girlfriend on the other hand was able to do them with some effort.
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