Cafe cuisine: the best places to taste it in Howick

10 restaurant menus in New Zealand, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Shamrock Cottage
Shamrock Cottage
87/100 (803 ratings)
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International
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Cafe
International
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
French Toast
Omelette
Apple Shortcake
Homemade Chicken and Vegetable Soup
Cakes
Lemon Sultana Scones
Vegan breakfast
Roasted Vegetables Tart
hot chocolate
Shamrock Cooked Breakfast
egg benedict
Strawberry Tart
flat white coffee
Arnold Palmer
custard square
Poached Egg on Toast
Toasted Bagel
Carrot Cake
Salmon
Sit down
International
Café
Seating
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"The garlic mushrooms on ciabatta from here are next level! Highly recommend them..."
Poppy
"Delicious food, beautiful desserts on display and lovely service. We couldn't resist the cakes even though we were stuffed from our breakfast, so we..."
Gabby
"Easy to miss this beautiful old villa if you’re not looking, but that’s part of its charm. They’ve done a great job of keeping the building as..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"As a small business myself I love to support other small or local businesses. This cafe is a prime example of how to take pride in what you do. All..."
Lauren.creative
"I loved the food here! My apple crumble porridge was sooo delicious and my partner told me his pancakes were lovely. The atmosphere is very cosy and..."
Hazel.crook
"The dining rooms are quite interesting with different decor on each wall. It's quite cute with a vintage feel.The food menu was a bit..."
I_like_pickles
"This is a really nice, cosy place for a brunch, located in a beautiful cottage. They have great cabinet food and friendly service. Lovely place to go..."
Sandy Hsiao
"I had the best breakfast I have ever had in NZ! The service was great and it's great to see a cafe that local young people. I have been here a few..."
Phil Stubbs
"Love this place. The food is authetically home-made. The chocolate cake is the bomb!!! Cant go wrong with a caramel nut slice, the eggs are..."
Sami Brook
"Found this place last week and fell in love with it instantly!! Its got a homely feel to it. The food and service was superb. Going to his very soon..."
Nia T
"Always a winner here the food is constantly good, all homemade and the baking just yummy. My only complaint would be that the coffee is not that good..."
Lucy Fitzgerald
"I enjoy the atmosphere here, ideal for a kick back brunch. I've come here a couple of times and the coffee here is good and really like the breakfast..."
Ryan Wong
"My lovely girlfriend brought me here for a brunch in early April. They have lovely cakes, tarts, pies, quiches, and a variety of other meals...."
Daniel Kinnoch
"First time here and we weren't disappointed. The food was great, I had the carrot cake which was absolutely delicious. The decor is quirky and..."
Tina Coles
"BEST coffee in Howick! Cannot give this place enough praise. Go there frequently and always have fantastic service and the food is amazing...."
Emma Foster
"The food is delicious and I don't think there are enough words to express how I feel about the cake selection.  I have always enjoyed visiting..."
Pete F.
"Always love this cute little cottage for brunch. It has so much character, nestled in a lovely neighbourhood of Howick. The food was pretty good too...."
G
"lovely coffee and vegetarian option. Wonderful dessert, can't ask for more. The apple crumble cake is so nice and tasty. I love it love it...."
Debby Chen
"I have been here on 3 seperate occasions now, the last visit was today. We brought friends with us for brunch. All 4 of us were very happy with the..."
Debi Barrett
"This is a really nice local for us - gorgeous setting, yummy looking cabinet food and a very well priced menu. Great for any special..."
Janah Moore
"Nice place. Staff are super friendly, and food is nice as well. There is a lot of choice (they had 3 different types of caramel slices when we..."
Shirlene Moore
"Great service, delicious home made cakes in a historic setting. What more could you ask for. Have been several..."
Jacqui Hida
"Ordered egg benny but disappointed with the poached eggs came with the well-cooked boiled eggs, not sure if we went on a very busy morning on that..."
文華
"We just had the most amazing birthday high tea for my 7 year old here! Amazing food, people and atmosphere! The kids had a wonderful time telling..."
Victoria Neilson
"After finding the howick cafes packed we decided to take a bit of a wander to see what these tearooms were like. It was well worth the extra walk and..."
Phil Pasco
"Would literally sell my soul for this Cafe. Gutted it's closed but best Coffee, hot chocolate, chocolate cake and toasted sammies in New Zealand...."
Brian Paking-Sit
"Always consistently good food here! Staff are friendly, food is well-presented and there are vegan & gluten-free options available. Relaxing..."
Jules Whiteman
"A house modified cafe. Good customer service and Ambience. All the dishes were good. Very good experience overall.Also, Howick beach is very close to..."
Madan Senthil
"I love love love this place. The coffee made by Max is the best coffee I've had in Auckland. Their food is very fresh and homemade, both regular..."
Laurené Jooste
"Shamrock cafe is housed in an old fencible building with smallish rooms filled with tables it has a large courtyard which is gorgeous when its warm. ..."
Paul Pope
"Enjoy a lot sitting outside at the backyard on a sunny day. Lovely..."
Maggie Chen
"My first time visiting this place. Its like stepping into time, i love this cosy place. Lovely staff and service. The homemade food was really..."
Kris
"Brilliantly serene setting, close to beach. Lovely food and quick service. All day breakfast and wide variety of yummy..."
Mark Muller
"Sorry, the food wasn't that great and a little overpriced for what we..."
Ken Young
"Nice and cosy. Has a nice outdoor sitting at the back and loves their muffin, moist and..."
Jacqueline Law
"The coziest cafe everrr, chill vibes, friendly staff, yummy food, a must for anyone who loves cozy..."
H P
"Historical cottage close to beach, good cake and service. The wood fire is on so good for the cold..."
Kim OanhHoang
"I haven't been to Howick in years, and must admit drove past the tearooms because it blends in to the residential homes on the street. It is a..."
J B
"We go here for breakfast regularly. Coffee is good and breakfast is filling. Their Chelsea buns are delicious! It's also dog friendly which we..."
Lauren Ladewig
"One of our go-to spots, tucked away from the main shopping street, consistently good food, especially cakes, all in a lovely historic..."
Amy
The Tea Rooms At Shamrock Cottage
The Tea Rooms At Shamrock Cottage
87/100 (485 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Cafe
Brunch
Breakfast
flat white coffee
Salmon
custard square
French Toast
Omelette
Apple Shortcake
Homemade Chicken and Vegetable Soup
Lemon Sultana Scones
Roasted Vegetables Tart
Shamrock Cooked Breakfast
Strawberry Tart
Arnold Palmer
Poached Egg on Toast
Vegan breakfast
hot chocolate
Toasted Bagel
egg benedict
Carrot Cake
Café
Reservations
Seating
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"The garlic mushrooms on ciabatta from here are next level! Highly recommend them..."
Poppy
"Delicious food, beautiful desserts on display and lovely service. We couldn't resist the cakes even though we were stuffed from our breakfast, so we..."
Gabby
"Easy to miss this beautiful old villa if you’re not looking, but that’s part of its charm. They’ve done a great job of keeping the building as..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"As a small business myself I love to support other small or local businesses. This cafe is a prime example of how to take pride in what you do. All..."
Lauren.creative
"I loved the food here! My apple crumble porridge was sooo delicious and my partner told me his pancakes were lovely. The atmosphere is very cosy and..."
Hazel.crook
"The dining rooms are quite interesting with different decor on each wall. It's quite cute with a vintage feel.The food menu was a bit..."
I_like_pickles
"This is a really nice, cosy place for a brunch, located in a beautiful cottage. They have great cabinet food and friendly service. Lovely place to go..."
Sandy Hsiao
"I had the best breakfast I have ever had in NZ! The service was great and it's great to see a cafe that local young people. I have been here a few..."
Phil Stubbs
"Love this place. The food is authetically home-made. The chocolate cake is the bomb!!! Cant go wrong with a caramel nut slice, the eggs are..."
Sami Brook
"Found this place last week and fell in love with it instantly!! Its got a homely feel to it. The food and service was superb. Going to his very soon..."
Nia T
"Always a winner here the food is constantly good, all homemade and the baking just yummy. My only complaint would be that the coffee is not that good..."
Lucy Fitzgerald
"I enjoy the atmosphere here, ideal for a kick back brunch. I've come here a couple of times and the coffee here is good and really like the breakfast..."
Ryan Wong
"My lovely girlfriend brought me here for a brunch in early April. They have lovely cakes, tarts, pies, quiches, and a variety of other meals...."
Daniel Kinnoch
"First time here and we weren't disappointed. The food was great, I had the carrot cake which was absolutely delicious. The decor is quirky and..."
Tina Coles
"BEST coffee in Howick! Cannot give this place enough praise. Go there frequently and always have fantastic service and the food is amazing...."
Emma Foster
"The food is delicious and I don't think there are enough words to express how I feel about the cake selection.  I have always enjoyed visiting..."
Pete F.
"Always love this cute little cottage for brunch. It has so much character, nestled in a lovely neighbourhood of Howick. The food was pretty good too...."
G
"lovely coffee and vegetarian option. Wonderful dessert, can't ask for more. The apple crumble cake is so nice and tasty. I love it love it...."
Debby Chen
"I have been here on 3 seperate occasions now, the last visit was today. We brought friends with us for brunch. All 4 of us were very happy with the..."
Debi Barrett
"This is a really nice local for us - gorgeous setting, yummy looking cabinet food and a very well priced menu. Great for any special..."
Janah Moore
"Nice place. Staff are super friendly, and food is nice as well. There is a lot of choice (they had 3 different types of caramel slices when we..."
Shirlene Moore
"Great service, delicious home made cakes in a historic setting. What more could you ask for. Have been several..."
Jacqui Hida
"Ordered egg benny but disappointed with the poached eggs came with the well-cooked boiled eggs, not sure if we went on a very busy morning on that..."
文華
"We just had the most amazing birthday high tea for my 7 year old here! Amazing food, people and atmosphere! The kids had a wonderful time telling..."
Victoria Neilson
"After finding the howick cafes packed we decided to take a bit of a wander to see what these tearooms were like. It was well worth the extra walk and..."
Phil Pasco
"Would literally sell my soul for this Cafe. Gutted it's closed but best Coffee, hot chocolate, chocolate cake and toasted sammies in New Zealand...."
Brian Paking-Sit
"Always consistently good food here! Staff are friendly, food is well-presented and there are vegan & gluten-free options available. Relaxing..."
Jules Whiteman
"A house modified cafe. Good customer service and Ambience. All the dishes were good. Very good experience overall.Also, Howick beach is very close to..."
Madan Senthil
"I love love love this place. The coffee made by Max is the best coffee I've had in Auckland. Their food is very fresh and homemade, both regular..."
Laurené Jooste
"Shamrock cafe is housed in an old fencible building with smallish rooms filled with tables it has a large courtyard which is gorgeous when its warm. ..."
Paul Pope
"Enjoy a lot sitting outside at the backyard on a sunny day. Lovely..."
Maggie Chen
"My first time visiting this place. Its like stepping into time, i love this cosy place. Lovely staff and service. The homemade food was really..."
Kris
"Brilliantly serene setting, close to beach. Lovely food and quick service. All day breakfast and wide variety of yummy..."
Mark Muller
"Sorry, the food wasn't that great and a little overpriced for what we..."
Ken Young
"Nice and cosy. Has a nice outdoor sitting at the back and loves their muffin, moist and..."
Jacqueline Law
"The coziest cafe everrr, chill vibes, friendly staff, yummy food, a must for anyone who loves cozy..."
H P
"Historical cottage close to beach, good cake and service. The wood fire is on so good for the cold..."
Kim OanhHoang
"I haven't been to Howick in years, and must admit drove past the tearooms because it blends in to the residential homes on the street. It is a..."
J B
"We go here for breakfast regularly. Coffee is good and breakfast is filling. Their Chelsea buns are delicious! It's also dog friendly which we..."
Lauren Ladewig
"One of our go-to spots, tucked away from the main shopping street, consistently good food, especially cakes, all in a lovely historic..."
Amy
Howick Village Cafe
Howick Village Cafe
87/100 (1278 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Cafe
New Zealand
European
New Zealand
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Salad
Sit down
New Zealand
Café
European
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"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..."
A
"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..."
곰정안
"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..."
Spider Webb
The Parlour
The Parlour
84/100 (233 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Cafe
Café
Mid-range
"Very lovely cafe for coffee or food. Clean and sweet interior. Coffee never disappoints and food has always been worth raving about. Recommend to..."
Briana W
"Pretty happy with my visits to The Parlour! Owners and staff are lovely. Teriyaki chicken salad fresh and soo good! Orange and date scones were..."
Confessions Of A Foodaholic
"Cute cafe with quirky decor. Food is lovely. Eggs Benedict comes with a generous amount of smoked salmon. Mango smoothie is served in a..."
I_like_pickles
"I'm in two minds about telling you how good this place is as if you all go then I might not get a table. If quality and taste are what you enjoy then..."
Mark Twain
"I have ordered Minced with toast. Taste is good. Sausage roll is my favourite and can finished it without hesitation. Order the cappuccino n the..."
Tim
"Lovely small cafe on the main street. The coffee is excellent and the cakes were scrumptious. The decor is modern eclectic. Busy without being too..."
Kerryj
"Great Cafe. Very welcoming host and staff. Food and coffee were fantastic and the atmosphere here is refreshing. Gets all day sun and has great..."
David Richardson
"I've always thought The Parlour was gorgeous ever since it opened some time ago, although I've never had the chance to go until recently. It's a..."
Cheapster
"I was recommended this cafe by a friend who took me to check this place out. This cute, little cafe served nice coffee and the staff were very..."
Zamily
"Have walked past this place every Saturday morning to go to our local café after the market.  We decided to try this out for a change as it's..."
Anita Kragten
"This is such a cute little cafe in Howick. I got the teriyaki chicken salad and I thought it was delicious. It was a decent portion as well :)..."
Jessica Li
"Called into the Parlour a few Saturdays ago - OMG we were made to feel so welcome the Husband & Wife team are awesome and so is the food. I had the..."
Kylie McIntyre
"Great food and coffee. My new favourite cafe in Howick... I had the big breakfast and my son had the hash stack. Eggs were perfectly poached. Good..."
Ryan L
"Awesome experience with our maiden visit for brunch. Great customer service. Food was delish. We had one egg bene with smoked salmon & another with..."
Peter D
"Lovely little cafe, serving delicious eggs Benedict and lemongrass tea. Good atmosphere with really pleasant staff. Quality food at an affordable..."
Amorita Maharaj
"Delicious and fresh food. The coffee is great too. Right in the heart of howick. Cafe has a nice..."
Sarah K
"Not bad. Mango smoothie is yum. Had salmon hash, poached eggs could be more runny, but other wise its..."
Amy Ching
"very friendly staff and nice coffee. Food is..."
John Wang
"The food was yummy. Coffee alright . Price..."
nicole pat
"Great food and coffee with great service. Would highly..."
Amy Parker
"Great food, nice staff, pleasant relaxing..."
Linux Richard
"Popped in for lunch, I had the egg bene with bacon, my wife had the french toast, both were perfectly cooked and tasty, couldn't fault the servings..."
John Macfarlane
"I got coffee here twice during my New Zealand trip. Both times it was excellent and the staff were very friendly. Highly..."
Paul Rudolph
Cafe Paris
Cafe Paris
84/100 (813 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Mocha Latte
Quiche & Salad
Berries Muffins
Cakes
Pot Pie of the Day & Salad
Flat White
Cappuccino
Café
Café
Seating
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Thank you so much to all the staff at Cafe Paris for making my Mum feel super special today for he birthday lunch to celebrate her 92nd birthday. The..."
Cathie Woods
"A regular visitor for our coffee catch ups!! Such a warm and welcoming cafe in the village Staff are like friends always greet you with friendliest..."
Sophia McMinn
"My favourite cafe in Howick Village. Excellent hearty meals always served with choices of fresh salad, roast veggies etc. If you are in Howick make..."
Eric Koh
"Great ambience, good value, but super busy on weekends..."
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"Lovely cosy Cafe with great service. Coffee was really nice and love their cake selection. Will be back again :)..."
Kz
"Amazing food, It’s your dream..."
Zong Yannie
"Beautiful place with tasty coffee.Its good place to have catch up with..."
Jack Wang
"Amazing place I found best lemon cake and carrot cake in here.Thiz vintage style cafe i love..."
Cindy
"This cafe is a bit far from my home but I still prefer to visit. The staff there provide warm service. The barista always has smile on his face. ..."
哪吒闹海8888
"Friendly service.Good coffee and delicious cake. Love the feel of this place and bohemian art deco.Overall its a great place to sit..."
Yusoff Kamal
"Great portions for afforadable prices. Personally, the pancakes are my favourite item here and I order them every time I come.Owners are..."
James Fisher
"Simply the best place for best coffee and delicious food. Highly recommended. Owner is well known in local community and very informative man. Good..."
Mann.here
"Very helpful staff and incredible coffee. A small gem hidden in a busling suburb. This is a good place to stop and unwind and just put uo your..."
Alvin Apostol
"We've only had afternoon tea here, but what we had was lovely.  The feijoa smoothie was really yummy and the muffins were great.  Great place, with..."
Karen
"Always liked the vibe of this place, often quite busy during lunch times. Food is average, but big servings and low prices keeps me coming back. Very..."
Grace Su
"A nice small cafe with a full of unique items on the walls and classic design of chairs to sit, the cheesecake with a blueberry sauce was marvelous..."
S J
"Came here with mum recently. It is a nice little boutique cafe with a wide variety of options available. It has a lot of nice decorations but their..."
Sylvester Kuo
"Our favourite cafe! Good choice of gluten free savory and sweet choices! The  friendly staff and owners make you feel very welcome and at..."
J9
"I heared from people that this is nice little cafe. And yes it is nice. I want with my family to give a go here. They were not busy. Cafe is very..."
Fussycoffee
"I came here with my family for weekend breakfast. We tried the lasagne, chicken pasta, omelette and eggs on toast. The food was delicious and their..."
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"Lovely place, love the rustic charm and the upbeat vibe. Great place to relax, have a coffee, or even take photos.Service is super..."
Michelle Ma Belle
"I used to come here all the time about 10 years ago but now only visit Howick Town Centre every few weeks. This is a popular spot with locals and..."
Kerryj
"Cafe Paris is a busy cafe up the top end as you drive into Howick from Pakuranga. It has some great artwork on the walls & other trinkets to..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"In search of pancakes, we ended up visiting cafe Paris after brunch. We ordered the mixed berry pancake and were pleased with the dish - Though, you..."
Mat
"Great chicken sandwich and blueberry smoothie. Chicken sandwich was unique. The berry slice is beautiful and brought back memories of..."
PPN
"I love the interiors of this place. It is quirky and full or character. Value for money is also good (pancakes is a must try!) I wish they were..."
Miss T
"I love spending my weekends in a comfy and homely cafe. Cafe Paris is delightful in its aesthetics of pastry wonders and is a great spot for those..."
Medium_Rare
"Cafe Paris is in my opinion the best cafe in Howick.The service is excellent with attentive staff who set a joyful and calm atmosphere. They are..."
Brenda Phu
"Visited for the first time for the first time this morning despite having lived in the area for over a decade. The staff are friendly, the place is..."
Cheapster
"Oh god I Just love this place. Such a new atmosphere and full of beautiful vintage decorations!! The food is nice and have a large range, cheaper..."
Ezzz
"I went to this cute little cafe for brunch with a friend today for the first time. The prices for this cafe is much cheaper than other cafes. We..."
Lok Yan Tham
"Had Anzac day breakfast here. Cute little place. Very polite staff. Decent food. Quick service. Egg benny with salmon could do with a bit more..."
Jay
"If you're looking for a honest home cook cafe then this is for you.Staff are friendly, very locally bonded vibe. It has a good range of..."
Updn
"Superb little cafe. Great food (at very reasonable prices), and their cabinet treats are amazing (their cakes are to die for). Coffee is delish, can..."
Alex R
"Have been here several times foods great and not overpriced. Friendly staff, nice..."
Alana
"This is definitely the best café in all of East Auckland. Sanjay and Mika are so warm and friendly. The baking is high quality and it's nearly..."
Ju TM
"This is such a special place and makes Howick a great village to visit and shop. Quirky decor, and worth waiting to get a table, no matter how small!..."
Raynor Capper
"The food is really great and the coffee is satisfying - but there is rarely anywhere to sit on a Saturday - don't even think about trying to read a..."
Fiona
"Got recommended by a friend to try this place out. Bought a Apple & Feijoa Smoothie and really loved it. The place was quite packed but it wasn't..."
Kimberley Chong
"This is a great little Cafe, and they have TO DIE FOR food! The coffee is great, service is friendly and warm. Great atmosphere as well, love all the..."
Anita
"Very nice. Fantastic atmosphere and lovely food and coffee. The service is great as..."
Mary
"Small shop which can get too busy at peak time, and there is no through-breeze so it can get uncomfortably hot, however food is always nice and..."
Lincoln
"Nice place. Maybe a bit too busy with too many tables for a small room but lovely cool decor. Coffee was excellent. Muffin and eggs on toast was OK...."
Sérgio Dantas
"Great little cafe, food portion was very generous and delicious! Service was wonderful, highly..."
Angela Sun
"Interior is perfection, so cozy and stylish. Had singaporean laksa and eggs benedict with salmon. Well, we might chose the wrong food though as this..."
Josephine Lucas De Guzman
"Nice table out on the street watching the comings and goings in howick village, inside looked nice with plenty to look at on the walls, had a good..."
Peter Brannan
"A great experience, the decoration style of the shop is unique, j is like arriving in Paris! ! The coffee and cake taste great! ..."
xinni zong
"Friendly staff, great food. Love the salad and..."
saggy
"Only been for breakfast which was a little pricey but very nice, good coffee, friendly..."
Beverly-Ann Rhodes
"To use the words of a Tina Turner song 'Simply the..."
Glen Alexander Hill-Willis
"Went to lunch with a friend and we found this small cafe in the middle of Howick. It is pretty small and I would guess there would be 12 small tables..."
Derrick Hodgson
"Best kept secret in Howick, the food is as impressive as the fit-out with dishes almost (almost) too pretty to eat. The relaxed Parisian vibes will..."
Li Chen
"Friendly staff. Great coffee..."
K Bo
"Lovely, friendly owners and workers. The cafe feels cosy and homey which I love. Nice quality of food and drinks, and overall it is a lovely..."
Sophia Scanlan
"Very good Customer Service, nice ambiance... great..."
Anne A.
"Wow this place is amazing!! I had an order for 17 takeaway coffees and the barista did an awesome job. He was so quick, the coffees were all hot,..."
Lydia Taylor
"A lovely little café squashed in the middle of Howick village main street. Good food. Pleasant service. Reasonable..."
Steve Beynon
"We love the ambiance and the eclectic nature of this cafe! The food is great and the servings are very generous too. There is so much cabinet food to..."
Caroleen Jonker
Hancocks Cafe
Hancocks Cafe
83/100 (1010 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Vegan Options
Cafe
New Zealand
New Zealand
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Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Blueberry Scone and Cappuccino
Large Beef and Ale Pie with Salad
Flat White
French Toast with Bacon & Banana
Apple Strudel
French Toast Caramelized Bananas
Salmon Eggs Benedict
BLT Sandwich
Ham and Mozzarella Omelette
Ice Mocha
Ceasar salad
Eggs Benedict with Bacon
Beef burger
Chicken and Leek Pie
Scrambled Eggs and Toast
Regular Cappuccino
Iced Chocolate
Kid's French Toast
Toasted Bagel Smoked Salmon Avo Cream Cheese & 2 Eggs Sunny Side Up
Plum Tart with Yoghurt
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Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
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Mid-range
"I love their coffee and have become somewhat of a regular but cannot say I've tried much on their menu. I do like the Moroccan chicken pasta in the..."
Anna Chan
"Good food and nice Staff, great customer service. The toasted muesli with fruit/yoghurt is well presented, big portion and tastes good. This place is..."
Food_Food2
"Love love love this place. Super busy but the service was so fast. Great coffee, great pastries and great cakes! Super recommend this to a lot of..."
Ellynn
"It was good to have a coffee here:) crowded but fast and kind staff. Good service:) had flat white and iced americano:) will try brunch next..."
Alice In New Zealand
"I absolutely love this cafe. It's super busy especially on s Saturday morning. The food is excellent. Staff are friendly. They gave a food variety..."
Hutokshi Chinoy
"Can get really busy at lunch times, but even considering this, you don't wait too long for your meal and the staff are polite and friendly.  I..."
Karen
"Hancock's is a popular cafe in Howick, so it is usually hard to get a table in peak times like lunch and afternoon tea. I have tried the Mac and..."
Ella
"This cafe is always busy. No doubt the neighbor hood love this place and made it as one of their favourite breakfast lunch brunch time. We've been..."
Malia
"It was fairly full and hectic when we walked in but managed to get a table. There are menus on the table in plastic holders (as well as behind the..."
Benedict Uy
"Regularly eat at Hancocks and never disappointed! Such lovely staff that remember our names and always greet us with smiles. Great prices and great..."
Laura Eats Out
"I've been here many times with friends. It's a very lovely place and staff is friendly. FREE WIFI available!! 😍 maybe a bit expensive but it..."
Sara Cerrato
"I went to this place in my university break with my nanna. :D We ordered cheese scone and chocolate mint milkshake. The staff was really friendly and..."
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"A solid performer on the Main Street of Howick, can be busy on Market day, but very convenient.The Eggs Benedict is good and the coffee..."
Ben Payne
"Had a good breakfast experience here today. Service was great and coffee was ok. I had the French toast for a change but I will be drying the big..."
Las Akurugoda
"Accommodating, friendly staff with great food and coffee that won't break the bank. Tastiest eggs benedict we've had, and the sautéed mushrooms were..."
Angela
"Best coffee in Auckland! Yeah big call I know but give it a try. Outstanding staff with a great selection of food both out of the cabinet or made to..."
Al Fresco
"Quick Service. Great food for a good price. Awesome seating and lighting. Will be back again. Fast service with coffee however we felt it tasted..."
Barb&Ted
"Fantastic service and variety of food. I had the steak and ale pie which was a beaut, the spinach and feta muffin is a favourite of mine. Also a huge..."
Ellie K
"Havn't been here in ages, and was suprised by the facelift; the food in the cabinets looked much better! We ended up really enjoying our breakfast,..."
Hanan
"Best coffee! In Howick my double trim flat white was delicious I had to have another one. Excellent service happy staff heaps of yummy food to choose..."
Lavinia Isaac King
"Great service. Great food. Awesome value for money. Big breakfast is actually big. Pancakes are light and fluffy and not stodgy at all. Will be..."
Whitney
"Excellent service and very reasonable prices. Great coffee and eggs..."
Nz Adler
"The staff at Hangcock cafe were incredibly friendly and the food was absolutely satisfying. I had such a great experience there!..."
Diana
"I love this cafe! The warmed up apple strudel served with cream is to die for, it’s not too sweet at all, it’s perfect. The mochas are good and..."
Ash
"- Captivated by the elegant ambience and sophisticated decor. - The staff greeted me with warm smiles. - Great food (recommend to go spend time for..."
Violet Smith
"The owner of Hancock’s Cafe is such a kind-hearted man! It was so sweet of him to have helped me and my son when we were in need. Their food is..."
Aimee Wang
"Relaxed environment, great service, very good food and excellent range of coffees..."
Eben Kitching
"Today is our first time at Hancock's Cafe. We had the best service from everyone at the counter, I had the best Matcha Latte made by a beautiful..."
Lulu C.
"Very popular busy spot. Lovely fresh food, pies where tasty 😊. Prices mid range but we where happy to pay for the quality we got. Coffee not the..."
Madelein Grove
"Came here with my parents and it was great. I had the macaroni cheese, and it was amazing. It took barely 5min to be ready and it was nice and hot...."
Emilie bleriot
"The most our favorite spots. The coffee is always perfect. Burger is 10 out 10 delicious...."
Alex Duong
"Wow x 10! Amazing Cafe and Eatery! Deliciously divine menu, staff are top notch, super friendly making the Cafe experience one of the best so far for..."
Robert Kowalchuk
"I had a good coffee and a delicious eggs bene here. There was a very generous portion of bacon which was perfectly cooked. The egg was also perfect...."
Bronwyn Tiddy
"Went there this morning for breakfast with my best friend and i knew they had good food but oh boy was I understating them! I had Salmon eggs..."
Michelle van wyk
"It was fairly full and hectic when we walked in but managed to get a table. There are menus on the table in plastic holders (as well as behind the..."
Benedict Uy
"Well deserved 5 stars! Great service, coffee and food. we will definitely visit..."
Ayman Franso
"Love the food! Nice coffee & freindly staffs, all breakfast menu is under $20 I visit here regurally, pls be aware cafe is busy btwn..."
Park Kylie
"Great. $16 ham and mozzarella omelet that I had trouble finishing cause it was so big. Wash it down with a mocha. As I was waiting to order the fresh..."
Louie Ramirez- Ceja (MEXI)
The Apothecary
The Apothecary
80/100 (1641 ratings)
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Gluten Free Options
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Oat Milk Flat White
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Salad
Pork Belly Bites
pies
Salmon
Carrot Cake
egg benedict
Coffees
Acai Bowl
Steak night
Croque Monsieur
EGGS BENE
Waffle Fried Chicken
Keto Cookies
Chocolate Super Shake
Eggs Benedict
Apothecary Chicken Burger
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QUESTION: best restaurants in Manukau City
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Great Coffee
Fish
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Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"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..."
Confessions Of A Foodaholic
"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..."
mrpeloquin
Urban In East
Urban In East
80/100 (875 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
New Zealand
New Zealand
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Cinnamon Bun
Toasts
House Omelette
Pumpkin soup
Eggs Your Way
Flat White
Avocado on Toast
english breakfast
Iced Chocolate
hot chocolate
Eggs Benedict
Fries
Pancakes
Ham
Fish Sliders
Eggs Bene with Pan-Fried Fish
Big breakast
chicken caesar salad
Roast Pumpkin Salad
Bacon eggs
Mushrooms on toast
Urban Mince on Toast
Chilli scramble
Iced coffee and chocolate
Smoked Salmon
Iced Mocha
New Zealand
Café
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"My mum and I had lunch here today. What a breath of fresh air! Great food and drink, and the friendliest staff! Highly recommend this fab spot in our..."
Leigh Burton
"This is by far my fave cafe in howick - food is amazing, coffee is fab and all the staff or so friendly. Would definitely recommend to come here if..."
Hayley Ngametua
"Delicious coffee and Buddha bowl. Big portions and luscious amount of avocado. Would definitely visit there again...."
MochA
"They've had a huge improvement recently! The manager who was also serving today was real genuine and brought an energetic vibe to the place.We..."
Doris Ma
"Had a coffee early morning and was greeted very nicely, didn’t sound forced and the service was much quicker than expected and the taste was..."
Sunny Athi
"First time here over weekend busy but worth wee wait! Perfect omelette - spot on! (Sorry forgot to take photo). Lovely coffee and service too. Look..."
Leesa LuayLim
"Lovely corner cafe. The iced chocolate and bacon and egg benne were beautiful, would definitely go back again. Service was good apart from some..."
Briar Davis
"Had buttermilk pancakes - quite filling. Would love to have had the option of small (one) and large..."
Eva Pollard
"Fine little gem, friendly service/owner and food is delicious. We always come for the fries! Also love how they have blankets for outside seating..."
Winnie Chao
"Cosy and modern place - hidden on the corner of one of Howick’s main streets. Salads we had were delicious and had good flavour combos. Would come..."
Melissaf.xx
"Ordered the buttermilk blueberry pancakes which were really tasty and a really good portion size. Also ordered a peppermint hot chocolate which was..."
Bethany Brown
"Excellent food, great ambience and lovely staff..."
Kate Bhadha
"Great little local cafe! Reliable place for brunch and coffee. I have to say, I do miss the old smashed avo with feta and bacon jam! Was my top..."
Stephanie Qin
"Had an excellent Sunday brunch here. Great food with fast, friendly service. Really enjoyed the Urban works and the tomato relish was delicious...."
Jennifer Lo
"Service was friendly but food took 45mins to arrive after ordering. When it FINALLY came i happily enjoyed my beautiful spiced porridge. Hot and..."
Nicola
"Nice little cafe tucked away in howick town. Food was good. No problem using our zomato gold and 2 of us had it. Enjoyed the atmosphere. Would..."
Priya Singh
"closer to 4one of the dish i find too overwhelming in the richness of the taste. too much cheese and bacon in the casear salad. otherwise the..."
Deadwin
"Came by for a Saturday morning brunch. I ordered the smashed avocado on toast. I was pleased to see there was a generous serving of avocado despite..."
Margaret Chen
"I always enjoy getting brunch at Urban in East and today I tried the Loaded Fries from the new menu. Was not disappointed! Generous serving of..."
Lisa Marie
"Have one of the most pleasant experience with this cafe. It is a small'ish cafe located in the corner of a busy Howick central. When me and my family..."
Foodhunta
"The new menu is absolutely delicious, the pancakes have that perfect balance between salty and sweet and the presentation is the best I’ve seen...."
Jessica Lea
"Best cafe in Howick!! The food was so delish and coffee was beautiful as always, I highly recommend going if you haven’t before the staff were..."
Rhiannonjoyh
"One of my favorite cafes. It is super worth come with the Zomato membership. Child friendly with providing toys and coloring activities. Staff..."
Jiamin Liang
"We went on Sunday afternoon and it wasn’t that busy. We ordered a French toast and a mushroom bene’s which both taste good. The service was good..."
Wann-Shiuan Loh
"A typical Cafe with excellent service, good coffee and good food. Their bacon frying skills are top notch might I add. The cafe also has a really..."
Jay
"I had a really delicious meal at urban in east today, the mince on toast was by far one of the best I've ever had and they were really accommodating..."
Vaughan Abercrombie
"Amazing service at Urban in East today, the wait staff were really friendly and attentive! Super delicious coffee and cakes! Will definitely be back..."
Charlotte
"Great local cafe :) This was our first time here, we’ve ordered big breakfast and beef burger. The portion of both dishes was generous. Coffee was..."
WiNiNe
"Warm welcome. Quick service. Yummy yummy yummy. Smashed avo on ciabatta with the most amazing goats cheese. Good coffee. Warm sunshine inviting..."
Lina K
"Came here with a friend for brunch. Staff were busy, but still had great service and were friendly. We got the banana bread french toast and eggs..."
Julie Lam
"Awesome customer service and yummy food... Highly recommended.. the owner on cafe area he is very nice to talk to.😁.. A best place to go for..."
Rakesh Panjri
"Great breakfast on weekend if you’re in the area, food & drinks were well worth it, presentation on plate & wait times could be improved but the..."
Logan Burgess
"Amazing service always owners are super lovely and friendly. Menu has been updated since my last visit and it just keeps getting better. I’m not a..."
Kirstie Jory
"After reading other reviews, my wife and I came here for brunch and we were not disappointed. My wife had the Turkish Chicken Sandwich (which I had..."
Mike Rapana
"We ordered the Howick Butchers Breakfast, Open Chicken Turkish and large hot chocolate. It was a very busy little cafe and we got a table outside (go..."
Jubi
"We went for brunch, where we were immediately greeted by very friendly staff and seated in a good spot. The beverages and food arrived quickly. We..."
Foodie
"Even though very busy on Saturday morning the service was top notch and friendly and the coffee and food were great .... will be back again soon..."
Sally Meale
"Urban in East has the best coffee in Howick, loving their new menu especially Avo on toast brekkie. Great service too and nice ambience. Water bowls..."
Kathy Faulkner
"If I am ever stuck for a brunch location I will always suggest here. Not only are the staff friendly and attentive, but the food is consistent,..."
Hana
"Great little boutique cafe - friendly staff and great food. A favourite brunch spot in Howick. Dog friendly with outdoor seating..."
Bokkiwi NZ
"Found this little corner spot because of Zomato gold today with not much of an expectation but wow it surely did not disappoint. Great service and..."
J Eats
"A great find! Came here for some decent breakfast and that’s what we got and more. Used our Zomato gold here which was a bonus. We both got the big..."
Marcella
"Such an amazing place. Definitely one of my favourite cafes out east. Service is pretty good and staff are really fun and friendly. Have an excellent..."
Alysha Nowacki
"Came here for brunch. Ordered the pork burger along with the chocolate peanut butter milkshake. The milkshake was divine the peanut butter really..."
#fatlyfe
"Best Café in Howick! Always exceptional service, food & coffee. Perfect place to stop after visiting the Saturday Markets. Always have a bowl out..."
Kristieweeks.nz
"Amazing food, great atmosphere and the staff were super friendly and helpful. Awesome location and easily accessible. Food was out in a timely manner..."
Jaime McCallum
"First time coming here, the coffee, food and service was at high standard. Staff were very nice and friendly, clean environment too. Strongly..."
Brendan Joe
"The big urban breakfast was simply delicious. Loved the quality of the food here and very generous too. And the coffee is mind blowing. I am one who..."
Rohan Vasudevan
"Staff were very professional and accommodating. Was nice to sit outside with our dogs and enjoy the atmosphere. Food was nice and the menu had a good..."
Matthew Wallis
"I have only had take out coffee from here before but thought I would shout my mum to lunch. We were greated warmly at the door and shown to a table...."
S Tux
"Me and my friend came here on Friday for brunch. Loved the French toast and blueberry green tea! The atmosphere was nice and sunny and cosy. Service..."
Vic
"Been here once before and found again lovely food (highly reccomend the fishcakes) and fantastic friendly service, will surely come back soon...."
Anne Johnson
"Just awesome. Amazing friendly quick service. The food blew us away. Paleo breakfast plus bacon (I’m not paleo!) and the bacon eggs Benedict on..."
Simon Wordsworth
"Im not normally a reveiwer however i felt enticed to sign up to make a reveiw after an experience i had this morning.My husband and i visited..."
Danisha
"Stopped by for lunch. It wasn't too busy since we were here quite late so we picked a table by the door.The menu was a bit different to..."
Benedict Uy
"Finally made it here to eat last weekend. I got the mushrooms on toast and I expected a little more for the price, however it was nice. one of our..."
Siobhan Cole
"This was our second time coming here for breakfast and it was extremely packed!! (Due to it being a weekend and the Saturday markets being on). The..."
Jorgia Kingston-Nock
"A cosy cafe, situated on the corner of the Howick Village centre. Food: Had abit of a sweeth tooth so the "French toast" (3.5/5) was..."
Jen Lin
"The service was great, fast and efficient with a smile!! Jay made us the best breakfast with beautiful poached eggs !! I would recommend this place..."
Ashleigh Jay McGrath
"Great service, loved the breakfast, good coffee. Definitely will go back.Not every Cafe gives you a proper round up kind of an experience. They..."
Sal
"By far the best service we've had in a long time! Good food. Fresh smoothies. Guilt free healthier brunch option. Prompt service. Would recommend. No..."
James Haliday
"Highlight would have to be the peppermint hot chocolate! Dark chocolatey goodness with a smooth peppermint taste.The Panko crumbed fish was..."
I_like_pickles
"Found this cafe today while looking for a place to eat in Howick! There's many popular cafe's in Howick but this was one I had never heard of. The..."
Mun Clair
"Absolutely incredible food! Delicious!! The staff were so friendly and helpful! Such an amazing environment ☺ will definitely go back! Absolutely..."
Lauren
"Had heard lots of good reviews about this cafe so was keen to try it. The cafe occupies a corner on the Main Street in Howick - lots of available..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"I liked a lot of things here: the table service, the amazing looking cabinet of treats, and the staff were all very friendly, food was just nice. The..."
Mysticmojito
"Lovely service! Great coffee and vibes! Right on the corner, so easy to get to, plus they have blankets if you're sitting outside! Loved it!!..."
Emma Groom
"Urban In East is a local family owned & operated cafe.  Unfortunately, dinners are not served. Open steak sandwich was OK; fries were lovely. Cheese..."
STRADS
"It appears that I have been a little MIA – it’s been nearly two months since my last blog post! Although I haven’t been writing blog posts, but..."
Amy @ My Dining Journey
"Went there for a quick takeaway coffee on Good Friday. We ordered a flatwhite and a cappuccino. They came out really quickly and they were the one of..."
Ewan Kim
"We got a corn turmeric waffle for breakfast. I love the composition of the dish with chorizo, egg and greens.It's not the usual sweet..."
Angela Reys
"Quite easily, the BEST cafe in Howick! My second visit here in a while and both times, everything is incredible. The staff welcoming and friendly as..."
Owen Fox
"Such a nice vibe in this cafe! Staff were on the ball with really fast friendly service! This is actually so hard to find! Food was also great,..."
Sades
"Been into this cafe once before, but more impressed when I visited last Saturday. Staff very friendly and though busy still spent time with us..."
Amy Smith
"A friend told me to check this place out and I was not disappointed! In fact, the best experience I've had in a while. I arrived with my partner..."
Stacey Fisher
"Popped in here for a late lunch after the gym, glad that we did! Right on the Main Street in Howick you'll find this little cafe - but it isn't any..."
Monique Porteous
"Very good service! Love the eggs Benedict! Will recommend all friends and colleagues to go see this wonderful establishment. If you wish to come..."
Ruark Toxopeus
"Yes great little addition to howick! Good coffee and food friendly welcoming staff. Beautiful layout a must if you are in howick. Very very satisfied..."
Russell Hodgson
"First up the service was really friendly, the specials were explained and water provided as soon as we sat down. We took the breakfast corn waffles..."
Kerryj
"Nice cozy atmosphere. It was very entertaining to hear people cheering for the all blacks in another place next door as well as the staff cheering..."
Christina Bi
"Delicious food and great customer service, coffee was pretty good. We ordered the vege Avo Stack and the Salmon Avo stack. Both delicious. The chef..."
S Biddick
"Always love spending the morning here! Consistently serve great coffee with great soy/oat milk options. The staff are always super friendly and..."
Will K
"Good cafe with reasonable fast service and reasonably priced, although it gets busy at times. Good is decent, but the offer of petit size eggs..."
Leon Su LS
"This is my second home. Not because my wife wishes it, but because of the unique diligence to detail; everything from exquisite food, ambient..."
Mark Stevenson
"Stopped by for lunch. It wasn't too busy since we were here quite late so we picked a table by the door. The menu was a bit different to other cafes,..."
Benedict Uy
"Staff were very professional and accommodating. Was nice to sit outside with our dogs and enjoy the atmosphere. Food was nice and the menu had a good..."
Matthew Wallis
"Dog friendly cafe with super attentive staffs and scrumptious food! ☕️great coffee too! Thank you for letting Luffy sit inside on a rainy day..."
Lylia
"Very nice food, customer service and environment. Plenty of car park at the back. They also have a lot of choices of breads, cakes or muffins. A lot..."
W
"Very nice little cafe. Food, coffee was good and service as well. The chef just need to learn not to vape in front of customers and right in front of..."
Lawrie Roebeck
"Love this cafe and all food served! Tried beef burger and it was melting in my mouth. And wonder how about pork burger! Will try next! All staff are..."
JOHN AHN
"Best big breakfast I've had from any Cafe I've been to. Everything on the plate was perfect. The baked beans are a must try! The owner is a great..."
Bren Young
"Fabulous coffee and even more fabulous staff! Vibe in this cafe is so cozy and friendly:) couldn’t recommend a better cafe in the Howick area..."
Emma Stevenson
"Nice little cafe in Howick Village. Good foods quality 👍🏻 but the coffee just average..."
Gabriel Kung
The Coffee Club
The Coffee Club
77/100 (540 ratings)
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Breakfast
hot chocolate
Long Black
Mochaccino
Loaded Chips
Tiramishu
Hot Chcolate
Spinach & Feta Quiche
Sad and Tired a Bit Like Joe's Caf Don't Recommend
Coffee
Flat White
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
"Our weekly coffee stop whilst we are out walking our dog - we love their coffee so much! The friendliest staff who always supply our dogo with water..."
Ivelina Shivnan
"Ideal location for a Sunday brunch, not too noisy, friendly staff and all day breakfast never fails. If you want a great coffee ask if Varun is in,..."
Ryan Wong
"My friends and I are lunch here today. The place was quite busy so we pushed a couple of tables together (5 of us), grabbed a couple of menus and..."
Wendy Simpson
"First restaurant I tried when I landed to Auckland, love their menu and all in all it tastes great, a rich seafood chowder (too creamy though) but..."
Hammour
"The coffee and food tastes so great!The staff are so kind and always smile.The service is so fantastic!I just live nearby and come here twice or..."
Una
"Delicious food and excellent service. Thank you, we had a great time at The Coffee Club..."
MissAuckland1
"The food was really great! Nice coffee in the morning, warming customer service...."
X Z
"The food was nice, coffee was good but could do with slightly more heat, my coffee was warm enough to chug! I found the chips portion on the small..."
Ayman Franso
"I loved it so much, great service and amazing..."
CJ QUEEN
"When i need to meet a client to have a coffee or lunch in the area, i always go to Coffee Club Meadowlands. Staffs are friendly and food/drinks are..."
dan liao
"Great food and coffee. Really enjoyed spending time with friends here!!..."
Le Dai
"It was the best calamari I have had in a long time! It was a big portion and really..."
Brenda Nortje
"Good Service,Good Coffee,Good Morning,Good Coffee Art. It was an AMAZING Morning. Every moment was special 😊🤗😘🖤🤍🖤 Will always love..."
Kira “Sarah” Meyer
"Nice place to enjoy the coffee and meal with friends and family. Close to Countdown supermarket, convenient..."
Victoria Wang
"Food and service was great. Coffee only ok. We knew that and still really enjoyed it. Good place for..."
Bill Taylor
"Friendly staff and great food..."
Richard Kennedy
"Very nice coffee ☕️ and nice Carmel slice. Friendly and efficient service. Both the inside and the outside sitting area were clean and..."
Vernon Gates
"Good food, nice big portion. Good, friendly..."
Madelein Grove
"Great place, coffee is always fantastic, and the food here is amazing. Nice to pop if for breakfast every now and then. Staff are very nice and..."
Andrew Merritt
"Great food. Very slow service as only 2 people during the busy morning..."
Edward Deetlefs
Ben Gusto Cafe
Ben Gusto Cafe
73/100 (178 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
European
Cafe
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Waffles
Waffles & Crepes
Waffles & Crepes
Café
Café
European
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Good price. big portion. The food was..."
nicole pat
"Great food and service. Been going there for years, and they're always..."
Scott
"Took my mother here for a birthday lunch. Saw alot of good reviews and was not disapointed. The waitress was absolutly lovely and the food was..."
Alex Blake
"This family-friendly resturaunt attracts a very likeable clientele. Atmosphere is homely and inviting and comfortable in summer and winter. The tight..."
Cameron Cougar
"Have dinner several times. I like the decor. It is a wonderful place to have a nice dinner. The food is very delicious. Highly recommend the..."
MK Z
"Decent cafe breakfast. Ordered an omelette and big breakfast, alongside 2 coffees. Average wait time. Facilities could do with a decent clean. Extra..."
Rebekah Telford
"Thanks Ben gusto 😀for providing us with amazing experience, dinner menu was extensive to suit our Christmas dinner, starting from garlic bread to..."
Krishan Vinay Raj
"I had a wonderful breakfast of Belgian waffles bananas, walnuts, ice cream and whip cream, along with a side of scrambled eggs, at Ben Gusto Cafe..."
L G Lambert
"Amazing food and service. Great value for money Best waffles ever! Awesome smoothies too! My go to café/breakfast place in Howick I hope you guys..."
alex h
"[Repost] Good service, great food. Had breakfast here a couple of times, I highly recommend the French Toast. I would come here..."
Bailey Broderick
"Excellent service, with fresh cooked food. We ordered a fish and chips and the fish was grilled and extremely..."
Mehernosh Kotwal