TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in New Zealand - Updated November 2024

Howick Village Cafe

87/100 (1278 ratings)

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"The French Toast is the best, not just locally but Auckland wide! Perfect as it is but if you add Bacon or Fresh Strawberries you're in for an extra..."

Delle Peters

"Love love love this place, the food is always delicious, service fantastic, very reasonably priced and the coffee is fab! Can’t say enough good..."

Gillian McGrath

"Amazing food, and amazing service. All the staff are so friendly, and make you feel so welcome as soon as you walk in. Highly..."

Steffi Michelle Dryden

"We have lived in Howick for 11 months now & only just went here yesterday for the first time for breakfast. We were very impressed! Beautiful..."

Becky Gilbert

"Amazing cafe! Absolutely stunning presentation and delicious food. The staff are so friendly and take the time to say hello to everyone, incl..."

Sam Christie

"Love the food, the people and the atmosphere! The food is always so lovely plates up and tastes yummy every time. The staff are very friendly. I..."

Jes Rose Proffitt

"This was the first time we had had dinner here. The service, presentation and food were amazing! The staff were attentive to our needs, even..."

Jacqui Redfearn

"This is our local. Love it, always busy and full of kids and families. The service is amazing and food always presented beautifully and with a smile...."

Natasha Tyler

"No matter what we order, we are never disappointed. The service is outstanding. Cynthia is a..."

Claire Galbraith

"Been for breakfast & dinner with our almost 1 year old. Very kiddy friendly, lovely staff and excellent food. We will definitely be back..."

Amy Smith

"Love this place! Great service coffee and..."

Kylie Raffaelli

"Phenomenal brunch. Great service. Lovely atmosphere! Definitely recommend!!! ..."

Laura Fisher

"Had a wonderful evening celebrating my birthday with amazing friends at Howick Village Cafe. Thank you to all the staff for making my evening very..."

Anne Lulu Bruce

"What a lovely cafe! I noticed it on the weekend and popped in today to check it out with my mum and 8 month old son. The service and food was..."

Theola Jenna Blaauw-Anwar

"The food and service are great. Cool vibe and decor, good for families and to meet friends. By the cinema so very handy. Delicious meals and cabinet..."

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"Took young friends- they were impressed. Lamb shank, pork belly and ginger beef. Starter of dumplings and chicken. Food presentation and flavours ..."

TheGoodKiwi Nz

"It’s really yummy food here and the staff was very friendly and gave us a warm greeting while arriving. The pasta was really delicious and I love..."

Jia

"One of the best cafes in East Auckland! Nice atmosphere with friendly staff who are happy to set up tables outside for you if it gets too..."

Amy

"The BEST cafe in Howick 👍👍..."

Grace1741

"def a must go to cafe in you're out east. they are always very busy everytime I pass by (sometimes a queue on weekends). breakfast and brunch is..."

GNUEL

"Made a booking for a birthday dinner here and it was such an amazing experience. Biggest thank you goes to the manager Cynthia who I was in contact..."

GS

"A nice busy place for food, very close for me and great for locals. Had a nice salmon bagel and some take away from last week. Always like their..."

Jan Deng

"Have been here many times trying out different things on the brunch menu. Each time the food has been to a high standard and well presented. There is..."

Emma Judd

"Everything was beautiful, the staff were welcoming when we entered, coffee was delivered right away, the food was beyond excellent and the berry..."

Inayah Buksh

"So good and highly recommended to all, had the beef burger and my wife had chicken - juicy awesomeness. Really busy but food came fast and friendly..."

Simon Wordsworth

"TASTE ★★★★★ ..."

Yool Jeon

"I had been to this restaurant for my friend birthday party. They set up a table for 12 people. Decoration of this restaurant very nice and fresh..."

Tranglee38

"Lovely atmosphere with great food!Must visit cafe in Howick!Ideal for family with children's book and toys and also friends with cozy..."

In Hea Kim

"One of the best cafes I have been to in Auckland. A little hidden gem under Monterey Cinemas. They open till late everyday except Sunday so it’s a..."

Eddie Lee

"Great coffee! Atmosphere of the cafe is vibrant, the art work is visually stimulating. Great customer service from Holly, she was extremely polite..."

Luka Methven

"Love this place for their breakfast and brunch. Not really a fan of their dinner menu as it's not very extensive. While I feel like a lot of time and..."

Anna Chan

"Genuinely the best cafe, my wife and I visit every two weeks. The staff are awesome everytime and the food matches the service they provide. Some..."

Jeffrey Wong

"Friendly staff. Nice coffee. Great selection of sweet and savory food. Reasonable prices. Cosy Great as it is right next to the Monterey Cinema too..."

Gavin

"One of my all time favourite places. Howick Village Cafe provides incredible food and service and such a nice atmosphere. When you visit HVC you MUST..."

Ivelina Shivnan

"I have been here several times before. Surprisingly delicious seafood special today. Fresh and fragrant. I'll definitely come back for more..."

TERRAN

"Have been here twice now and honestly love this place, always pumping,great food, good service.the thigh chicken sandwich is an absolute gem, so much..."

Live2Eat

"I live 20 minutes away from Howick Village and whenever I pass this place, it always looked so full. You can tell that people love this place as I..."

Ellynn

"A cozy cafe with great food and coffee. The chicken open sandwich was delish, cranberry sauce was a perfect match. Staff were attentive and friendly..."

Linda

"Incredibly friendly service and great atmosphere, I’ve been here a few times and the food has always been pleasant. Definitely is a local..."

Lisa

"Came here for brunch and the food was lovely. French toast was so well presented and the Benedict and cabinet food looked good too. Nice vibes..."

G

"This place is always busy and that is for the obvious reason - it’s good. True little gem in howick. Good range of food and beverage options...."

Hana

"If you are looking for a good breakfast this is definitely the place to go if you're in the area.We got the eggs bene and French toast to share and..."

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"4/5 Taste4/5 Display 4/5 Quantity 4.5/5 Customer ServiceAmazing Cafe in Howick! I didn’t even know Howick had..."

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"Love the interior, really cozy with lovely staff. Super kids friendly, definitely the place to go if you have kids with you. My favourite..."

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"Great place to go for brunch, with a nice environment and friendly staff. We ordered pork sliders and chicken tacos. The buns for the pork..."

Doris Ma

"This place doesn't disappoint on great friendly service - the staff all had smiling faces and were very attentive to every table. Food was amazing,..."

Shuyi Wang

"They had heaps of vegetarian options and the food was absolutely delicious! The picture is of the crispy tofu soft shell tacos, house made hash..."

Vaishpatel16

"This is the best cafe that I have been to in Howick. Been here many times and the food is always presented well and always tastes great. The waiting..."

Yulia

"Really great food in old Howick! Friendly staff. Good variety of food options on the menu. Only downside is we found the tables a bit too close to..."

Ari Kim

"Beautifully presented food which was full of flavour. The beverages are also made really well. One of the best cafes around East Auckland. Highly..."

Nathan Tam

"A popular place amongst the busy cafes in Howick. Howick Village Cafe offers many options for breakfast and lunch, and what’s better is..."

Carley Peng

"This is a new place in Howick for brunch. I ordered an Asian fusion rice. The presentation of the food is average however it is tasty. It is a bit..."

Food88 Love

"This is the new place to eat in Howick. Great food and even greater service. The waiters/waitresses always have a smile on their face when serving..."

Cyrus Daji

"We visited this place 4 times and always experienced great service and excellent food. The atmosphere is very friendly and comfortable, tables are..."

Maria M

"This might have been the best breakfast i‘ve had in a while. Their breakfast board comes with an orange juice, granola, a bit of fruit, and smashed..."

Auckland Foodie

"We had an awesome lunch experience here. Food and coffee was very good, it's reasonable price. Service was very pleasant. Will definitely com back..."

Tarotaro

"Love this place for brunch so decided to try it out for dinner. The food and service were both great, even with a packed out restaurant. The pricing..."

Ngwxx

"Looooved this place! The food was delicious and the service was top notch. The ambience is warm, cosy and homely! They have a really great menu with..."

FoodieOodie95

"I had such a good brunch experience at the Howick village cafe around 2 weeks ago. I had come here and booked a table for 16 friends to celebrate my..."

Shuah Kim

"A lovely place with friendly, attentive, and professional staff, great service! Meals are good sized, coffees good and the price would suit most..."

DC

"We had lunch here today beautiful cafe with great selection and well presented food! Staff were more than welcoming and accomodating! Only let down..."

Beccs

"I love this place!!! It’s soo good and reasonable. I’ve tried their pancakes and prawn tacos. The tacos were really delicious and the mocha..."

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"Love Howick Village Cafe. Staff go above and beyond and are all so friendly not to mention food is always amazing. Definitely my favorite..."

Amanda Leece

"First time today for my partner and I. Great service, nice atmosphere, enjoyed our meals and coffee and will be looking forward to returning again..."

Barb&Ted

"The food was made really well, presentation of food was also spot on. Customer service were pretty good in general, a little bit of a wait..."

Danena Wu

"Great food and generous portions! Also the wait staff are super lovely and cheerful and really take care of you as soon as you walk in. It's kind of..."

Ashleigh Hea

"We have just had dinner at the cafe after going to the Monterey Theatre next door. Great staff, friendly and attentive and we thoroughly enjoyed the..."

Jan Waters

"Firstly let me applaud this establishment for its diversity. I love it when I’m at a café and I see people of different backgrounds/ethnicity work..."

Medium_Rare

"Great environment! The spinach and mushroom egg benedict is one of the nicest ones I have ever had. The service is a bit all over the place, but I..."

A Wee Bit Critical

"Nice outdoor area, impressive food presentation and taste. Professional staffs members and good neighborhood. Indoor area is quite warm and..."

Se Yee Elser

"Great food at this joint, some of the breakfasts I’ve had at a cafe across New Zealand and Australia. A must do if your dining out for breakfast in..."

Fraser Emmett

"This place is a must to visit, the food, the staff and vibe is just awesome. We shared 3 dishes (Salmon Hashcakes - Calamari & Prawn Tacos) + 2..."

Kylie McIntyre

"We had a great and full breakfast. Nice environment for family. Professional presented food and tasty meal. The price matched the taste, portion and..."

Es-Tea C

"Love this place, adorable interior, great location and great staff. AMAZING brunch menu 👌🏼 Definitely recommend to go on a sunny weekend..."

Rachel Lee

"Taste: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌕Interior Deco: 🌕🌕🌕🌑🌑Customer service: 🌕🌕🌕🌑🌑Recommend:..."

Mon.

"it was awesome! it tasted fresh and I LOVED the sause sooooo much!!!! and the big breakfast was reeeeally big lol my friend wasnt able to finish by..."

Elaine Ng

"A hidden gem located in the backstreets of howick. I say this because it really is hidden! Walked a good 15 minutes around to find it as google maps..."

Monique Porteous

"Howick Village Cafe is a fantastic place to pop to when you're out and about in Howick. Situated close to the local shops and other places of..."

Laura Eats Out

"Best place in Howick for breakfast, coffee or a quick bite. Loves its friendly staff and number of choices. Great service, food and ambiance for all..."

Carlos H. Leyva

"Decided to check out this hidden cafe on a sunday. And was surprised how packed it was. The place was nicely decorated but the ventilation could be..."

Joanne Chiang

"Awesome service, lovely coffee and delicious and well presented food. Always consistent which is also hugely important. Always a pleasure to come..."

Gina

"I've been here 3 times in two weeks after a friend recommended it. It's a fantastic cafe however I think after a couple of visits the intial awe did..."

Farah Mohammed

"This is such a beautiful modern cafe with a great atmosphere and in such a convenient location! I only came for coffee and cabinet food but would..."

Ashleigh Michelle

"Yummy fried squid and steak. Value for money. Ambience is good, cozy. Very family friendly. Good for dates if you want something reasonably..."

Amy Ching

"Food presentation was amazing. I had the greenthy smoothie which was nice. My meal was the open mashed avo sandwich which I added two poached eggs to..."

Hope

"Such a lovely environment and incredible staff! Came here for lunch today and ordered the caramel soy latte and a mango frappe to start off with...."

Neelam Chandra

"This a beautiful little place in howick. Such great atmosphere! I came here for a quick brunch and ordered the mushrooms. The best creamy mushrooms I..."

Mun Clair

"We went here on a Saturday morning and the place was extremely busy but we managed to find a table. They did have a lot of tables reserved so perhaps..."

Lauren Cluff

"So nice having a decent cafe open on Good Friday! Very busy but managed to get a seat and service was quick. My club sandwich and mums bacon pasta..."

Abba Samman

"It's my first time at Howick Village Cafe. We were greeted & seated by friendly & cheerful wait staff. My Angus beef burger was excellent; fries..."

STRADS

"A lot of people rage about the Howick Village Cafe being really good, but apart from their coffee, I wasn't too convinced. While the shop is modern..."

Daniel Kinnoch

"Good place for brunch. The food is well prepared, nicely presented and of course yummy! The coffee is great as is the service - this is a great..."

Jayce Huynh

"Cute wee Café in Howick. I went there with a friend for an afternoon catch up. We ordered a thick shake, ice coffee and a couple of items from the..."

KG

"My new favourite in Howick! Been here twice now and it just gets better! Partner loves the eggs bene, i've had the cajun chicken salad and the club..."

Sarah Jane

"Boy oh boy, best cafe in Howick without a doubt. Food is well presented and bloody delicious, decor is aesthetic and customer service is great. Only..."

Foodiesquarepants

"This cafe is situated in a very convenient location for a light bite to eat or a cup of tea in the awkward before and after periods of watching a..."

Cheapster

"I'd overlooked this cafe, the location is slightly awkward in that you are more likely to drive rather than walk past. The interior is quite a..."

Kerryj

"This place is the best cafe in Howick imo! I've been here from time to time but they've recently changed their menu and it's yummmm. Came here..."

Kenzi Yee

"Sensational steam and mushroom pie and a lovely roast beef sandwich. The passion fruit cheesecake was delicious and the coffee was fab. The..."

Michelle D

"Stopped off for breakfast at this popular newish spot. It was nice & warm inside on a cold wintery day. Lots of seating options from a bench seat to..."

Stephy_NakiGirl

"We were there today for lunch .We enjoyed the food which was generous in portion . The service was excellent and the staff were very..."

Meng Tan

"A fairly new addition to the Howick cafe scene -great modern decor and the outdoor seating is super cute! We've been warmly greeted by staff every..."

SS

"This place serves the best coffee I've tasted on the east side. Also is never too busy so it's the perfect place to relax, keep warm and do some..."

Alex Hogg

"My favorite cafe in the east region! The food is good and the service is great!They have brunch, afternoon tea and dinner. The place to go when..."

Alice

"Great service, the staff are always kind and patient with my two years old. Prices are a bit on the high end but the portion is quite bug. Love the..."

Candii Cao

"Howick Village Cafe is a welcoming place, the coffee is very nice, the service also prompt and pleasant, and the full breakfast and French toasts are..."

Karine

"Every time I come here it's bloody brilliant! Definitely recommend! The service, the food, the location all makes it the best cafe by far in..."

Victoria Griffin

"Excellent service, ambiance and food. The decor is modern, clean and warm. Great child-friendly place as well, very happy with how helpful the staff..."

Jay

"Looking for a great menu? The Howick Café (formerly the Robin Café) is a great choice. Wonderful options, very eclectic, cooked exactly as it..."

Ann Costa

"New cafe and restaurant in Howick is a wonderful addition to local eateries. Food is excellent, interesting and perfectly cooked, ranging from roast..."

Raynor Capper

"Very nice staff, delicious food. My son loves the berry smoothie..."

Nannan Cao

"Vegan breakfast was unique and tasty, coffee was made with Allpress beans and they all tasted great (flat white with oat milk, latte, americano,..."

J M

"Delicious dinner, staff are friendly and attentive. Super nice atmosphere. Can totally recommend it and will definitely come back..."

Ramona Green

"First time being here, had heard excellent reviews from friends and finally made the drive from Central Auckland. This was definitely worth the..."

James Savage

"Met friends here for brunch. We all enjoyed our meals, lovely to sit outside in the sun/shade (they had outdoor umbrellas). Busy place, best to..."

Christine

"Lovely cafe in Howick! Excellent service and nice decor. Great coffee and high quality food. Plenty of parking nearby. Best to book in the weekends,..."

William Lin

"Great food every time! Has got more expensive lately, paid $95 for 2 people lunch and soft drink only! Special occasions I think but it’s..."

Fran Crouch

"Lovely little Cafe. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The food came very quickly (although I was there early and I was the only one at..."

Mayline Woaye-Hune

"Delicious food as always daughter had her favorite open chicken sandwich (bit light on chicken this visit though) and I had the brioche French toast...."

Joanne Collier

"Place was fully booked but we managed to get a table pretty quickly. People were getting turned away after we sat down. Both drinks and food came..."

Karma Fels

"Great Cosy atmosphere and staff. Delicious food and coffee at a reasonable price. Definitely one to..."

Sophia Scanlan

"Always have a great time here. Staff are kind and helpful. My son ordered the piggy buns, they were not so..."

P B

"Lovely place! Really awesome staff and the food/drinks are well presented and taste amazing! Price is reasonable as..."

Jade Monk

"Wonderful little cafe with great service and reasonable prices for delicious food. I think the mark of a good cafe is the quality of pushed eggs and..."

Chinmay Pandit

"Staff are friendly and always willing to go the extra mile. The breakfast, brunch and dinner menus are varied. Food is..."

MICHELE TIDSWELL

"We ordered chicken egg Benedict and Green smoothie. The food is not only delicious for our stomach but also delicious for our eyes. Staff are very ..."

Mingxian LI

"Delicious food and friendly staff. There are vegetarian options for brekky. The coffee and smoothies are great. I got the creamy mushrooms and a..."

Sarah K

"Tasty eggs benedict... Very smooth mocha... Friendly helpful..."

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The Apothecary

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"This is the best cafe on the street of Howick. There is a reason it is always busy. Father Ted is running a fine operation with great coffee, service..."

Jacob O'Callaghan

"Great atmosphere, super friendly staff..... This place serves up the best fries around!!! Service was Gd and all the food was scrummy. Thanks..."

Haydee Wells

"Planning a surprise birthday for 20 guests is no party in the park but working with Ted and his team definitely made last night a party to remember...."

Nicki Toms

"An excellent menu and service. A real gem of a place. I come to the cafe quite often for the early bird brekkie deal. ..."

Chris Turner

"Great Atmosphere, Great Service and fantastic. Its rustic with modern additions, I highly recommend this to people who want to have a amazing coffee,..."

Joshua Yang

"Ribs are to die for! Such a huge serving and great service and staff so..."

Theresa Johnson

"Offers a great range of food from breakfast through to dinner. If you live out east or visiting Howick it’s well worth a..."

Mark Thompson

"No better way to start (or end) your day than a coffee or meal from The Apothecary. Outstanding atmosphere and service provided by Ted and his team...."

Rowan Naude

"Had a lovely lunch, food and drinks were great. Amazing atmosphere and our waitress..."

Letitia Du Toit

"Great morning at the apothecary today! The duty manager went above and beyond to get the sky tv working so our French friend could watch the rugby...."

Kirsty Lee

"Had a private function at The Apothecary today and we couldn't be happier with our choice of venue. Nothing was a problem and the staff were..."

Jay Denton

"Richie and I had our engagement party here last night. Ted and the staff were amazing! We could not of asked for better service and ease. Food was..."

Tina Clements

"Came around 9am on Saturday, a good amount of people were already seated. Ordered the crepes and big breakfast. Service was a bit brisk but..."

Helen Lee

"• Forgot to take a photo however have just arrived home after a lovely lunch here. First time visiting and definitely not the last. Ordered the..."

HunsBuns

"Such a cute cafe place. Perfect for a meal with your friends! Food was good and came fast 💨 but our drinks (ordered coffees) took 15 mins to come...."

Storm Bicknell

"The pasta of the day was amazing!! It was packed with bacon and mushroom. We got our food pretty fast but it wasn't too busy so I guess you'd hope..."

Stacey Campbell

"It looks like a normal restaurant from the outside but the inside is a whole different story. The first thing I notice after entering was the giant..."

Benedict Uy

"The Apothecary is a fabulous spot for brunch with a great selection to complement those with a sweet tooth or to find a savoury meal. The meals are..."

Shakil Karsan

"This is one of my go-to places for a cute brunch date or a coffee with a friend. The Apothecary serves top notch coffee and have great pastries and..."

Carley Peng

"Have been here three times in recent months, two of which great visits with amazing food and service. Other time not so much, order was incorrect and..."

Hm3181

"If you are a coffee aficionado then a trip to the Apothecary is a must! After sampling coffee from all over Auckland, this place is definitely one of..."

Becky West

"Lovely place, great coffee, great food, great staff. Definitely one to return to when in Howick. May not look entirely “family” but it certainly..."

DC

"We ordered Apothecary breakfast and the multi-layered sandwiches. Quite a big portion and very good food quality. I like the hash brown most, very..."

ManMan Chan

"Great place and atmosphere! Would recommend for a Saturday or Sunday morning brunch :) the food was fresh and came out in a good amount of..."

Robyn Ripindar Schuller

"I've always walked pass The Apothecary but this was my first time grabbing something from the place. A friend and I came for a coffee and both..."

Brenda Phu

"Overall experience is good.The night was hit and miss but hey...its just one of those days.We came in n its relatively busy n not..."

Yusoff Kamal

"Excellent service, very attentive to our needs. Was a busy night with the bar booked out for a private function but still under pressure the food..."

Emma Steel

"I had beef cheeks and it was perfectly cookedFinally a good chef cooking there. Let's support him and apothecary. The place is great,..."

Gaetano

"Great place for a nice ambience, staff very friendly & coffee is superb. Apothecary has everything, Wine bar & restaurant. Both of which can be hired..."

Anna Richmond

"Hadn't been for some time. Very surprised to find it packed out on Friday morning. Every appearance of continued popularity with the punters. We..."

OldGoatsKnowBest

"The Apothecary is a cafe in Howick Village which is incredibly popular with the locals. I have visited on multiple occasions and love the antiques...."

Anna Wei

"My best friend took me here for my birthday last year as a treat! The girl serving us was friendly and we ended up having a nice conversation with..."

Mary Charmaine Duhig

"We had our 50th here at The Cellar Bar which is part of The Apothecary and it was great. Good staff, excellent food and great vibey venue. Everyone..."

J9

"I've popped into the Apothecary twice for breakfast and a lunch. The ambiance is wonderful and the food is delicious! The Eggs Benedict was cooked to..."

Jo D.

"Just had the best cheese scone here this morning, so light and fluffy. Whenever I've ordered food here over the last few months it's been super..."

Jen

"I've been going to the Apothecary for a few years now and seen a few chef changes and staff changes for the girls at the front but all in all not..."

Merv

"Attended a 21st here recently, awesome venue. Had the place to ourselves and the decor and atmosphere made for a refreshing and enjoyable experience...."

Ryan Bunn

"I enjoy the atmosphere here, been here a few times and the food tastes great and prices are ok, had the big breakfast but was smaller than I'm use to..."

Ryan Wong

"Love the Apothecary. Love the food, great portions, speedy service. Friendly and smart waiting staff too. The vintage vibes are neat too, the place..."

Heck Me I’m Hungry

"I was very eager to eat at this place, because the place seemed to be so popular. I went with my family for a weekend breakfast and ordered..."

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"The place has a very welcoming feeling and this is how the staff made me feel when I arrived. The Peroni battered snapper was generous but fairly..."

Marc Mostert

"We came for brunch and ordered an eggs benedict and poached eggs on ciabatta. Both dishes looked good with a generous garnishing of rocket, though..."

Kerryj

"We went one morning for brunch after driving by a few times and it always looking pretty busy. We were seated in the corner next to the window which..."

Dominic

"Awesome breakfasts, who can go past mince on toast! The coffee at the Apothecary is excellent, they also do a nice selection for lunch. One of my..."

Ben Payne

"When we arrived, the kitchen was closed (fair enough as it was already 3pm). So we had a selection from their cabinet to share. I only took a photo..."

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"Huge thanks to Ted and all his staff for a fantastic night on Saturday for our 21st party. Venue was perfect and food was excellent. Thoroughly..."

Amanda Gleason

"My friend and I came here for dinner, we were pretty hungry and ordered a main each and another to share. Lucky we did so because the portions were..."

Karen

"Been here a couple of times now for breakfast when we're not in the city, it's one of the few cafes in the Main Street of Howick with a bit of..."

Rhegan Smith

"I would like to thank The Apothecary for an amazing evening celebrating my birthday. The staff were charming and the meal was amazing- our party..."

Kathy Woods

"Good little character cafe out this way - as there are not a lot of cafes out East, but amongst it all, this place isn't too shabby at all. The food..."

Jayce Huynh

"Enjoyed a very lovely breakfast here on Tuesday morning. We had the french toast which was beautifully presented and my friend had the mushrooms..."

Josie Lu

"Came here for lunch on Saturday, the place was quite packed which shows a good sign that this place is popular! Service could of been better, when..."

Judy Chhy

"I remembered this place do really good pancakes so we decided to come back and try something else. My bf ordered a big breakfast, and I got a steak..."

Joanne Chiang

"Howick isn't usually somewhere I'd head out to for a bite but it was definitely worth the trip to The Apothecary today! Located on the main street..."

HJ

"Possibly the best French toast I've ever had! It's nearly always crowded and tables are full etc but the decor is awesome and just love the bustling..."

G

"One of the best looking cafe I have been so far.Beautiful and elite ambience.... very rustic and englishCustomer service is great..."

Arpita Mandal

"Haven't been to Howick for 20 odd years so took some overseas visitors there to look around. Stumbled upon this place. Such an inviting decoration -..."

Wayno

"A good place for breakfast and lunch. We had yo wait in line for about 10 minutes to order, wait time for food was around 20 minutes but the food was..."

David Richardson

"I have been going to the Apothecary for a number of years now and just recently, a lot more often! The menu is outstanding, with excellent quality..."

Jacqui

"We went for breakfast the bacon was like cardboard and the scrambled eggs must have been under the heat lamp for Mitch too long very dis..."

Restaurant Inspector

"Second visit this week, food and service is always good. I've tried a fair few eggs Benedict at many different cafes in Auckland and I can..."

Sarah Watson

"A large group of us came here tonight for a farewell dinner. They had provided a large table that sufficiently accommodated all of us. When I first..."

Mat

"Great place and great decor :) the food is good and reasonably priced as well. I liked the portion sizes as well. Its in Howick which is a bit out of..."

Jessica Li

"Went for dinner last night. The layout and atmosphere was really inviting. Even though the menu is very small, all of the items on the menu sounded..."

Aaron Mitchell

"I adore the old town village-ness of this area- it's a nice change from the hustle and bustle of the hip and modern city areas sometimes. I took a..."

Heartshrooms

"To the lovely team at the Apothecary,Came for breakfast with a friend and your service was friendly, prompt, the food delicious and the..."

Dina Heylen

"Food:French toast Location:Outdoor seating Service: Good ..."

Amy Hola

"The food was very flavourful, portion size was decent too. Definitely could tell they used clean oil to cook the fried dishes because there was no..."

Lucia Zhang

"Not a Fan of Cabratta Bread which is what the eggs Benedict consists of. These lovely people bent over backwards to accommodate a substitution. The..."

Annmaree Slater

"First experience at this buzzing friendly cafe. Service was great. We ordered two full breakfasts, healthy granola and egg white omelette. Food was..."

Carolyn

"Looking for a new cafe to try for Saturday brunch and came across this neat place.Food was great, cafe was great and service was fast. The..."

Jade

"Love the design of this place! Super awesome, have been here 2 or 3 times. Mocha smoothie was life-changing, definitely on the agenda to come back..."

Alexandra Perkins

"The food was great. I ordered their biggest breakfast and to my surprise it was quite filling for such a small plate. The food palette was very..."

Richard Tran

"Very cute small shop with good service. Been there a few times for th breakfast. They may it fresh and lovely every since time, presentation of th..."

Hungry Hippo

"Good environment and atmosphere. I really liked their decoration of the cafe, it's very interesting. Only had an afternoon tea with a girlfriend..."

Alice

"Not too bad, wasnt fond of the area. Finding a park took a while. I ordered a Mocha and brekky, it was ok, i think ill go in for dinner next time for..."

Vinny

"Had a business meeting there yesterday. The staff were very friendly and incredibly helpful. Great place to meet. Popular café, cool place. ..."

Robyn Crozier

"I got the Seafood Chowder with iced mocha and my friend got the Egg Benedict with bacon with iced coffee. The food was delicious and it didn't take..."

Helen Liang

"Two things1. Your new chef is awesome! 2. Your new barista also made me a mean as coffee this morning. Also got to give Big Ups to Ewan..."

Glenn Beattie

"As a regular customer over the past several years, it's great to see such improvements constantly happening here, you will not be disappointed. ..."

Maree Quilty

"Having been coming to The Apothecary for the last few months, I've seen many positive changes in this short period! The new chef team have changed..."

Vanessa McWilliams

"It's my local- go to cafe- that always delivers "good" coffee! Not much more to say..."

Lucia

"Excellent little cafe, love the atmosphere and the staff. This is the best coffee I have had in a long time..!! Would like to recommend this cafe in..."

Sue Smith

"We went along to check out the markets in Howick village on Saturday morning. It wasn't a particularly nice day so we decided to go to one of the..."

Rice & Kai

"The moment I stepped into the cafe I felt like I was conveyed into a different realm. It was filled with ornaments, figures, animal compositions..."

Extra Boon

"Best fries in Howick! Nice, friendly staff. The place is clean but can feel a little cluttered when full (and it is full most of the time because..."

Shirlene

"My first review of this cafe was scathing but having given it another try I was very pleasantly surprised. Mushrooms were to die for. Staff very..."

Lois Kerr

"Excellent! Not very many cafes in Howick that are spacious and as popular. Routine to get a coffee in the morning, really great coffee and staff are..."

Briana W

"A group of six of us went last weekend. Not our first visit as the food is always fantastic.Two duck dishes, one lamb, two fish and my pizza. We all..."

Mike Lamacraft

"Great dinner on a Saturday night. The meals are generally unpretentious but very flavourful. I had a steak which just had a knob of garlic butter..."

Mike Ashby

"Had a lovely meal, service was excellent despite there only being two waiting staff on (who knew there menus well, they were very polite and..."

Barclay Brosnahan

"I visited Howick last year and came across this lovely cafe. The coffee is amazing and also the food. The meals are very efficient too. I love the..."

Kim M

"I decided to take my fiancé out last night to your bar followed by a movie so we took the Wednesday Pizza, Beer and Movie Ticket deal which was..."

Jason Gibbens

"Just had lunch at this local Howick eatery and felt compelled to write a review because of the excellent meal and fantastic ambiance. This place is..."

Peter Ranson

"I have had lunch and breakfast here always a great menu, service and atmosphere. Recently held my husbands birthday here and it was exceptional!!!!..."

Wendy Hammonds

"Lunch here is my favourite. A smallish menu but excellent food and fab wine list. Love the atmosphere created by people buzz but more imptly, the..."

Simmone

"I came here on Sunday it was extremely busy. We ordered got our coffee's & tea promptly then not long after our breakfast arrived which was..."

Cain Anderson

"Great place for a drink or meal way out in the suburb of Howick. It's a treat and surpassed my expectation. There was more I wish I had room to try..."

Kylie Dreaver

"As a pre movie treat we ate dinner last night at what must be the best eatery in Howick.....maybe Auckland for that matter. The new extension to the..."

Wayne Croad

"I always enjoy eating here, have had outstanding food on valentines day and the titanic dinner. A perfect place to sit and have lunch or coffee with..."

Bex

"We are frequent visitors to the Apothecary. We just love it. There is only one thing that lets it down and both my partner and I have commented on..."

Mel Nicholls

"As a regular to this establishment, both in eating and drinking it is without doubt unique, from the Titanic Night to a Friday evening relaxing drink..."

Paul Burridge

"Howick has been craving a cool spot like this. We regularly visit here for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a relaxing drink. The food is creative..."

Wendy Stewart

"Wow! Great decor and a lively fun atmosphere. And... the food was just as good with superb flavours. The espresso was excellent, the staff..."

Kathryn Price

"It really doesn't get any better than this! We were lucky enough to secure boarding passes for The Apothecary's Titanic centenary dinner on April..."

Killmouski

"Dropped in to the Apothecary for a couple of quiet beers last night on the way to a different venue... and then never left. The atmosphere..."

John Ashley

"I am a big coffee lover and very fussy when it comes to a tulip flat white. These guys nail it 9 times out of 10. The food is perfect and I struggle..."

Jason Gibbens

"What a fantastic dining experience! A wide variety of meals and sides means that there is something for everyone. The salad platter was served in a..."

Graham

"New chef is great love all the lentil and raw energy salad options, the only negative is why can't any cafes make a decent gingerbread loaf, it..."

Tracey Harris-Brunt

"Recently had a great night here at a 30th birthday party. Good selection of wines and the lamb was amazing. The atmosphere is unique and the staff..."

Steve

"This cafe is just what Howick needed! The food was fantastic and the staff were very friendly, on top of that, the atmosphere is great and your..."

Caitlyn Harvey

"Briefly: the best eatery we have tried in east Auckland, also helps that we were able to have a glass of wine with lunch. The fit out of antiques..."

Edwin Waters

"Have waited a long time for a cafe to come Howick that has that certain buzz, plays groovy music, offers interesting food and of course the best..."

Leigh Roy

"No generic food here, a mouth watering choice from a meal with wine or a divine cake and coffee. Not just a cafe but a total experience. The fit out..."

Barbara McCamish

"Great Atmosphere, fantastic service and food with a great antique feel and buzz. good coffee, wine and unique beers, and happy staff. found the food..."

Brendan Peat

"In response to "Poon" , do yourself a favour & go back & give them another try !The chef is new, the coffee operator is new the coffee..."

Jon Simpson

"Great place. Food was very good, fast service, wait staff attentive and fun. Physical atmosphere curious, which makes it more interesting than many..."

Bronwyn Clarke

"The Asylum is on the move in Howick on Wednesday for #fastfoodfriday as Friday we have famz coming. The Apothecary Licensed Eatery in Howick was the..."

Roger “Lazardo66” Kimiangatau

"Great restaurant with plenty of seating, good atmosphere and service. Food and coffee was excellent, highly..."

Jenza

"Had a quick bite last Saturday. Food was amazing, great atmosphere, awesome service. Can't wait to come back on the next Saturday to try more..."

Michelle Cho

"This is our 2nd visit. Our first visit we brought our big family for Father's Day (us + 6 kids) and they took great care of us. Absolutely love the..."

Malcolm Elavia

"Nice atmosphere and awesome decor inside with the massive Moose head. We attended a private function where it was booked out and had a great night...."

William Lin

"I ordered the scrambled eggs and mushrooms on Ciabatta. Highly recommended! No wonder I always..."

Mike Thomas

"Popped in one morning for a coffee and scone. Coffee was perfectly strong & hot. Cheese scone was crusty on the outside and warm and fluffy inside...."

Jules Whiteman

"Wifey booked online through Google, all worked well. So happened to be here on the same day Howick was hosting a Hot Rod show in the main street..."

Scuzzles

"Overall rating 88/100 A fantastic dining experience at this unique cafe in the heart of Howick. Unexpectedly, a simple order of toast with eggs..."

Roshan Ramoo

"I don't like to look for criticism for the sake of it but when you find a place that gets so much right the tendency is to look for cracks. With..."

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