Service = 3/5; Taste = 4/5; Value for money = 3/5; Menu options = 5/5; Vibe = 4/5; Hubby rating = 3/5; Little Creatures is a local Hobsonville favourite just a ferry ride from the city. It’s located in a refurbished massive hanger, with indoor and outdoor seating. If you’re looking for a casual place to stop on a nice day for a beer and some nibbles, here’s your place...To read my full review, go to honestfoodiereview.com or @honest_foodie_nz
Came here for pizzas and prawn tacos, and they were so good that I’m still thinking about them the next day! The prawn tacos were absolutely mouth watering with each bite. The pizzas were so fresh and on a thin light base. I had the margarita pizza which came with fresh chunks of mozzarella that were so good!! Also had the garlic cheese pizza which was so warm and tasty. Will be keen to drive all the way to Hobsonville just for this place!
Awesome food and service, love their pale ale. We usually don’t like Brussels spouts but they’re delicious 😋. Will definitely go back!!
Came here with my partner tonight. We ordered the magarita pizza and fish and chips. We also ordered their white rabbit dark ale. The food was a bit pricey but I really enjoyed their fish. It was fried nicely and was not oily at all, which also complimented perfectly with their tartare sauce. The pizza was ok and I enjoyed the beer too. Overall, it is a lovely place at a nice location.Taste - 3.5/5Service - 3.5/5Value - 3/5Ambiance - 3.75/5
My 2nd time here. The first time was last year in winter and I didn't pay much attention to the interior. But this time, thanks to the natural day light, the place was lighted up and the dining area was looking rather spacious and rustic. The foods were awesome. The buffalo wings were absolutely fingers licking good. The pork belly pizza with kimchi sauce and scallion was something new to me. The chunky chips were so addictive that I definitely need to go for a run tomorrow :) I had an off dry Riesling and it actually went well with the foods.
We were a big table and were well looked after by Trent at Little Creatures. He was attentive to our order (memorized it all) made us laugh and had a smile on his face. The atmosphere was amazing with the live band playing (in light of Oktoberfest) Food was great. It’s been a few months since we went but because of our experience we would definitely go back again.
Pleasantly supprised after seeing the rating here. The fish and chips were spot on. Light crispy batter and heaps of flavor. We also had the chili squid which was freah and melted in the mouth. Our only complaint was the service was a bit unorganised. We were not greeted or given a table when we entered dispite there beeing 3 or 4 waiting staff free. We seated ourselves and then I had to walk in a flag a staff over to us to be served. Other than that we were happy and will return.
Can't fault it. Great atmosphere from rhe moment you walk in. Super friendly staff, beers are phenomenal, great balance throughout the range. Food just as good. Great variety. Great spot for settling in for the day!
Great place to come and catch up with our friends - the kids can play while we dine and drink! great service, great food. fantastic beer. get some craft beer to go on your way out (15% discount when you dine there)
We went as a family of 3 generations in the School Holidays. Service was outstanding with waitress Simone, who when we complimented her, revealed that they were short staffed. That didn’t stop her being polite, and friendly while giving us great service the whole time. A varied menu, including one for the kids. Meals of a range of sizes, and all were tempting. We were very happy with our choices.
A happy relaxed atmosphere, as well as a cool indoor playground for kids.
I went there yesterday with my wife and ordered some food and beer. We pretty much enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. I agree with other people on the price wise but good place to visit for a special occasion or just when you are craving for beer after work. First time visitor and will come back again.
Came here for lunch on a Sunday around midday. Very busy but we managed to score the end of a long table. Table service was efficient and friendly given how busy it was. We ordered a few beers and the Mac and cheese, poutine and brewers board to share between 3; waiter informed us we could order extra bread for the platter free of charge which was welcome. Food was alright for what it was, cheese curd on the poutine wasn’t really melted at all but it was fine. Only complaint would be the excessive bass being pumped out.. my insides wanted to rattle, great for a Friday night but not so much a seedy Sunday morning!
Went here for a work event couple weeks ago and I gotta say we all had the time of our lives. We tried many different types of their beers and most were good! We also ordered some pizza which were amazing didnt even have time to take a pic. The service was very good too and prompt. I wish they were based closer to town cause then I wouldve been a local here!
Such a good time didnt have time to even take a decent pic Haha
The service was awesome , very prompt even though it was super busy . Food was delicious and well priced . The cheese cake is to die for . Will definitely be back again .
So glad to see Little Creatures appear waterfront Hobsonville just a minutes walk from the ferry terminal... a perfect destination for locals and tourists wanting to escape the city centre. I’ve been to the Freo, Melbourne (before it closed) and Geelong halls so it had a sense of familiarity about it. The beer was good and remains try to the Freo original flavours but my beer of choice is actually the 3.8% Rogers Ale which despite the session ale alchohol content is a seriously easy drinking and rich flavoured pint. My dad had the White Rabbit dark ale from Healesville in Victoria and it also didn’t disappoint. The pizzas smelled magnificent but we had only recently eaten elsewhere so will have to save trying them for another time. I would hope this destination takes off.
Absolute summer spot! The service here is insane, everyone is so friendly and helpful. Food is delish, especially the chips (they’re triple cooked from memory and you can tell). Have tried an awesome range of their beers now as well. The pale ale is a classic. Definitely worth making the drive over, we have now a few times.
Would be 5 star but one star off for lack of parking. I was advised not to go on a weekend (too crowded), so partner and I went today - a stunning Friday here in Auck. A little overwhelming on entry - 3 different eateries in one big 'hangar' - but a very cool young guy came up to us to explain the place. Sit anywhere, and order from any of the 3. Chose the 'Little Creatures' menu and quickly chose the triple cooked fries and garlic chillie prawn pizza to share. GREAT food, chips were crispy and hot - the aoli smoky and delish. Pizza was simple, and just the right amount of heat. Washed it down with a gorgeous oaky Trinity Hill chardonnay and I was a happy camper! Wait staff attentive, and food arrived quickly. Lovely setting and cool ambience with lots of choice of seating areas. Will be back to try the Kittyhawk eatery next time.
This location is a fantastic addition to the area & a great re-purpose of what was once an abandoned wharf area.
They have opened parts of the business bit by bit which is really wise, and this means there is something for everyone. Indoor & outdoor areas, coffee, fish & chips, sharing plates & a wine bar.
The only criticism if anything is the noise - not unusual when you have large groups on a concrete floor, it can be hard to hear each other in large groups. The other minus is that it can be quite glary inside with the large door area & no shade. Sunglasses do the trick though.
The menu is great with lots to choose from. Fish & Chips from ‘Saltys’ is quite pricy at $23 (for the portion). I ordered the lamb which was delicious, and at $28, quite reasonable.
They naturally have a great range of beer on tap from their own range, as well as others.
Well worth a visit
Took the ferry from the city to catch up with friends for a late lunch. Liked the vibe and relaxed atmosphere created from renovating the aircraft hangar and the water front location. Venue suitable for all all ages, young and old. Staff were attentive and service was quick. Great beer selection and pizza and triple cooked chips really hit the spot. Will be back for sure.
This is nearly new place to enjoy fresh air and food at once.
There are huge space to sit lots of people that makes some people uncomfortable not to concentrate chat with meal but the staff serve very activate to all customer who might give more star for them .
Great set up and family friendly. Food was good but I think a little over priced for what you get. But overall good venue so will will be back.
Reached there on a Sunday afternoon with family. Good environment. Place was so crowded that it took sometime to get a table for 6 of us. Ordered Beer tasting palates, Pizza, Fries, Burgers. Brewery is at the back which is interesting to see and have more joy in sipping good beer. It didnot take long for order to arrive though it was fully packed. items were of good portions and tasty. Good place for a group lunch/dinner out. Will go in future more for sure.
An absolute gem. Its difficult to decide where to begin - beer - FANTASTIC (highly recommend the beer tasting platter), staff/service - INCREDIBLE, food - ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS (we got the platter but burgers, pizza, salad looked amazing), atmosphere - BALANCED AF (music, good vibes, great temp, awesome for kids and families).
Gorgeous place to have brunch / lunch with friends and family with kids. Located in Hobsonville point by the farmers market. Great restaurant for kids because they have a big kids indoor play area. Adults can have a nice meal or drink there without having to worry their kids get bored on the dining table.
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The foods are average, in fact, slightly over priced for the quality, i.e. the burger my friends had was not hot. If you are a beer lover then you will enjoy the $20 beer tasting tray. I do like the relaxing atmosphere and the industrial style.
I've been twice already, last Sat (2nd Feb) and the official opening 6th Feb.
What a place, the Aussies certainly know how do deal with large crowds (Just compare Laneway to Baydreams). Whilst there was a slight 20 min wait to get in, they had people handing out water and free caps earlier.
Great beers, a nice selection of food - from fish & chips to pizza to oysters and fried chicken.
Will definitely be visiting more frequently, from the North Shore - as I like their weekend farmers market too (generally visit one or two times a month).
This visit I planned ahead and used the ferry services - enabling me to drink more beer, in the lovely 28 deg sun!
Food was great. Service was even better. Perfect for our group that had 5 kids under 6. We were seated by the kids play area which was appreciated. Plenty of seating away from kids area if needed. Good coffee. Enjoyed the Buddha bowl and the pork tacos were so filling.
Excellent food and service. Great selection of beers and lovely atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit!
I was pleasantly surprised to see there was a vegan/vegetarian menu here, 2 vegan options being a pizza with vegan cheese or vegan burger you can add vegan cheese to. The burger was tasty with the vegan aioli, not a meat sub patty, it’s a chickpea patty which was a little dry. Big portion size, heaps of chips. Staff were lovely and the place was really big and very clean.
Hired a few tables in the Teal bar area for our baby shower at the weekend. The space was perfect for what we wanted. We pre-ordered pizzas, chips, chicken etc. and all the food came out fresh and was really tasty! Lots of people commented on how nice all the food was. The portion sizes were also great and we had more than enough for our group. Really impressed with the service and the communication before the day too. Thanks for a great afternoon!
Had our Christmas Lunch here. We were a small Group and not many other groups so we were looked after well. Great Food, Good Atmosphere. Would definitely come back and experience a Friday/Saturday evening, could see this place thriving.
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+5
My partner booked a table for 15 pax for my birthday on a Friday night. Upon arrival, the FOH checked our booking on their computer, and much to our horror, we were informed that my partner accidentally booked the next day, Saturday :|
The placed was packed with customers on a Friday night, but the FOH told us that she will try and make a way for us to be seated, since my family and guests will arrive soon. She gave us two long tables near the brewery room, it was spacious enough for our whole family including 2 kids.
The food was quickly served upon ordering from their QR code/website. (Very efficient BTW) Everything was fresh and delicious. We loved the Pizzas! Also, their freshly brewed beers and wide selection are unmatched. Plus, the cheesecake desserts were to die for. So good!
All of their staff were nice and friendly. Shoutout to the FOH, Kim C. for accommodating us (even though we booked the wrong date). My family and I had an amazing night. My sister and I enjoyed our birthday celeb! 10/10 will recommend and we will def be back again :)
Enjoyed a work event at Little Creatures this week. The service, food and drink offerings were great. If you're looking for a fun event that gets your people out of the same old Auckland CBD options - then recommend a ferry ride to / from Hobsonville Point and a long (very long) lunch. They look after you - and at good value.
Team always goes above and beyond, excellent food, drinks, and great atmosphere. Thank you for being kid friendly, too. Best spot in Auckland!
Nice atmosphere and friendly staff 👌 I tried the Buddha Bowl + extra chicken, which was good! If you like tasty beers with body, go for the Neipa.
Great location to meet a group of old friends. We had an awesome time with fantastic people, good music, food and the occasional beverage. Thanks Little Creatures!
We booked online and bought two Australian friends with us to have lunch, last Sunday.
We all enjoyed the drinks and our lunch - the bruchetta was excellent!
The Staff were also lovely, friendly, and helpful.
We shall return!
Great views, great food - with a brilliant vegetarian/vegan menu - and great atmosphere. You can order off your phone by scanning a QR code, or go to the bar. The 4 glass beer paddle is glorious. The handmade pizzas, jalapeño croquettes and apple & berry crumble were excellent.
Went as a family and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Definitely going back as often as we can.
Having said that, the distinguishing feature is definitely the team - they are very welcoming, made us feel comfortable and are very friendly and accomodating, going above and beyond in a case of a misplaced order.
Thoroughly recommend.
Love this place, especially in times of Covid - like a well oiled machine. Loads of seating outside and by the water. Order online and manage your tab online. Great relaxed and friendly service. Food is fresh, tasty and much better than most pub grub. Excellent place to go if you can kayak in!
Thanks for a great experience at Little Creatures Hobsonville. We reserved 2 x tables for 20 people for a family birthday celebration on a blustery Sunday. Patrick, who took our reservation, was so helpful in making this a memorable occasion. Beforehand, advising on table location and food selections, and with his staff serving us during the event, everything was perfect Thank you. The food and drinks were great, and even when we discovered we’d been too ambitious with our food order, to cancel the remaining part was no problem. Live music in the background, attentive service, and a happy atmosphere made for a surprisingly pleasant experience. We will definitely be back to our “local” waterfront pub. A very pleasant way to spend a winter weekend afternoon.
We had my husband's 40th birthday there last month. Patrick the manager was more than helpful and very accommodating with the food we wanted and timings. The waitresses went above and beyond and really made us feel welcome and that everything was going to plan. The food and service was excellent and I can't wait to go again! Definitely recommend!
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