First time coming. Found it on gmap as it’s the closest food, only 10min walk away. Ordered a pie, fantastic - a flat white, fantastic - the staff saw me finished my food and asked if I want anything else, so I tried a smoothie, again fantastic. Don’t get why the reviews are so bad, or maybe I was just starving at the time or because I have low standards, but really there absolutely nothing to complain about.
Lovely cafe with a beautiful selection of sweets and savoury cabinet food!! The 2.8 rating is definitely an injustice! Coffee 4/5 service, very friendly staff and food lovely!
I've eaten here a number of times and the food/service has been consistently good. Tasty food with very generous portions - big breakfast is one of the largest around.
Amazing service with even better food! Great for family's of all sizes or even just a bunch for two. I take the kids after soccer practise they love the lasagna! Love the coffee too!
Good local but nothing to rave about- usually bit of a wait and the staff are kind but not very attentive. It’s better if you eat in as every time I’ve had a takeaway and asked for a trim mocha I’ve always been handed a cappuccino instead and haven’t had the time for them to fix the problem. The brioche and bagels are very good and the billy apple artwork is cool. If you’re after a standard cafe experience then you won’t be disappointed just don’t expect any creativity from their menu or cabinet.
A nice cafe with food and coffee, in a nice location. Offering table service would be great, rather than having to order at the counter.
Perfect location for catching up with friends for brunch, or a quiet study session in one of the back areas during the quieter times of the day.
Drove pass many times. Decided to give it a try before arrived home. Menu is relatively short (breakfast menu only 1 page and lunch also 1 page and font size isn't small). Sidetrack a little bit, on the lunch menu says 7am to 5:30pm. Wonder who will have "lunch" at 7am in the morning? (Hahaha!!) Ordered Tuna Melt and Mocachino. Tuna Melt is hot (that's good!) But the presentation..... Hmmmm.... Seems the chef just dumped everything onto the plate. Coffee came quite quickly (that's good too). Wonder whether it's because is quiet or it's a norm to be this quick. Will I come back again? Yes I will give it another go but I will try something else next time.
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Finally popped into BRD after driving pass million times. It's a friendly cafe at a great location.
We ordered coffee,the Verge breaky and eggs bene. Coffee came pretty much straight away and tasted good!
While waiting for food, the man manager came and told us that the avocadoes were terrible so they can't serve them. We were happy to choose other alternatives. I really appreciate the honesty of the manager, quality always comes first!
The food arrived shortly after. There were nicely presented and were good portions. All ingredients were nice and fresh and balanced well. Although some of the food could do with a bit more flavour.
We decided to order second coffee which arrived very quickly. However my second coffee was quite burnt and l didn't enjoy it as much.
Was going to order something sweet to go with my second coffee, but the dessert cabinet didn't look very attractive at all. Some of the sweet treats were falling apart. That's a bit of a let down.
Overall I enjoyed my experience at BRD and l will have no no problem returning.
Had heard great things about this cafe from friends in the area. Being new to Auckland thought I would give it a try. Great food amazing coffee . I now go most weekends , wish I lived closer then I could go during the week . The staff now know my name ! Well done to a great cafe
Georgie @ Georgieats
+4.5
Benson Road Deli (or BRD) is a few minutes' walk from my house. I like that BRD opens early - 7am everyday which is great for people who are on their way to work and on the weekends, it is the perfect place to go to for a coffee if you have been for a very early walk.
They not only serve delicious extra hot coffee (how I like it) but a range of savoury and sweet delights, freshly made juices, breakfast, lunch and dinner! I usually only order a hot drink when I visit BRD (hot chocolate or sweet vanilla chai with cinnamon), but one Sunday morning my friend insisted that I try their eggs benedict.
Now I am not really into the whole eating breakfast out/having brunch - I am more of a 'three meals a day' kind of person. Anyway, I reluctantly agreed and to be honest, it was totally worth it. I am a huge fan of eggs yet only make them at home. In addition, the eggs benedict came with delicious crispy bacon, which I rarely eat so it was a real treat!
In the end, I was glad that I had passed up the normal hot drink and went for something a little more adventurous.
However, if you are ever in the neighbourhood, I strongly recommend coming in for morning or afternoon tea and trying their chocolate caramel slice. Sitting down with a nice hot drink and devouring a slice of their chocolate caramel is just bliss. I even had it for breakfast one morning because I could not wait another minute!
Had lunch here with a colleague last week...service standards were very high as usual and the staff and owner very friendly. Busy as always...and the area around the counter is pretty cramped but staff and clientele are always polite.
Great café - one of my favourites. Keep up the great work.
I went to Benson Road Deli (BRD) today (Saturday) and found the service and food to be excellent! We were initially looked after by the manager who was superb, chatty and informative! After our brunch we were then offered a glass of wine by Ryan, one of the wait staff - awesome dude and very friendly! We wouldn't have had the wine if it wasn't for Ryan. Great upsell! He came outside and chatted with us for a while, which made the service excellent! I would fully recommend if you are looking for a great brunch!
I've been a couple of times, and I find the food really good, especially the lamb rack cooked in some 5 types of spices and the duck special. Oh wow!! Don't know why people mention rude staff, I find them super friendly! Especially the blond girl who always reminds me about having tiramisu for desserts.. :)
Had a splendid dinner tonight @ BRB restaurant. We had ordered Lamb Curry and Fish served with roasted vegetables. the fish was cooked just right and it really got the taste of lemon pepper. My wife really enjoyed the lamb curry with yogurt sauce.
It's worth going here folks. Definitely a place not to miss to have dinner. Very friendly and humble waiters. :-)
Lunchtime on a Sunday is very busy but we didn't wait overly long for food. Staff were friendly, food was lovely, coffee was good but smallest cup we've ever had for the price. Dinner on a relatively quiet night was exceptional, great quick service, all meals were lovely and not expensive. My daughter has just moved close to this Cafe so we are looking forward to many more visits.
Great casual place... Food well depend what chef is on day or night.... I recommend I think his name is Brian.... Great cook...
Coffee again depend who is on... Recommend the two Polynesian girls or the tall skinny Caucasian guy.. Great barrister's...
my go to cafe, great atmosphere and staff. always easy to find a park & one of the best coffee's in town. love the fact that i can eat breakie, lunch & dinner here all in one day (have done on more than one occasion!) for breakie i recommend the eggs bennie a great hangover cure! & for dinner give the fish of the day served on citrus & pea risotto- nom nom nom!
this is our local we are here daily .love the staff food coffee . it is always busy and has a great vibe . now open for dinner it is our family favourite . one of the best run cafes in Auckland .metro winner of best cafe for about the last six or seven years . a real local gem with plenty of celebrity faces .a must try .
This is my local cafe, I eat & drink here most days. The staff all know my name, what I eat/drink. If it wasn't fantastic I would dine else where. I find the 3 previous reviews totally outrageous & thats what encouraged me to write this review as I felt they were misleading, given the critic gave Benson Road Deli 4 stars, "with perfect coffee & great staff" - I would suggest you try for your self.
Great local cafe with friendly staff, good service, good coffee and amazing takeaway food
That was easily one of the best eggs Benedict’s I’ve had!
Such a good spot outside when the sun is shining. My partner loved her flat white and the service from Sonia and her team was top shelf.
Highly recommend to all.
James Ashwin
Kakapo Business Sales
Benson Road Deli is a timeless gem. From the cozy atmosphere to the delicious food…every visit’s a win. The coffee’s top notch, the team provide fantastic service. This is a long-standing favourite that just keeps getting better. Thanks guys!
Hamish Dorrington
Kakapo Business Sales
Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. You can't ask for more. The fresh juices are amazing and the food delicious. There are healthy options and guilty pleasures and a few tables at the front for those visiting with their dog. One of my favourite spots to eat in Auckland.
I called in with my daughter after school today and had one of the best cakes I've ever had. It was a melting moment, made today the lovely lady said and it was SO divine. Perfectly baked. They were closing and the cabinet was emptied but they happily served us. So lucky to have this on our doorstep.
Food is nice, good price for portion. Service on the food was a fair wait however the staff where very apologetic. Over all a good place to eat or have a coffee.
Very yummy and delicious selection of whole day breakfast and brunch snacks. Well made coffee. Easy to stop by and treat yourself nice afternoon tea.
Great atmosphere dog friendly outside dining. Great food and great coffee.
5star Americano and lovely kōrero with the awesome team. Thanks for a beautiful coffee and chat!
Excellent coffee, great menu and choice of cabinet food, and the staff were plentiful and fabulous but lost a star for the want of checking on tables. Otherwise excellent.
Fantastic coffee and freshly squeezed orange juice
Best place visit with your friends
& Family
For Lunch ☺️
Nice coffee. Great location if you are around that area.Staff are friendly and nice.
Nice coffee and food. Good location if you are around that area. Parking can be a challenge. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Edit: Thanks for your response ☺️ I totally missed the option of eggs on toast on the menu, and wasn't made aware of it at the till. I'll come back again sometime to give your cafe another go 🙂
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Nice enough cafe, but I don't know, I walked out somewhat disappointed I paid $16.50 for overly crunchy sourdough, eggs and no bacon. Maybe if I was a bacon eater the serving I'd seen in the photos might have felt a bit better value, but they don't have an "eggs on toast" option.
I'd rather pay $2 extra elsewhere and get a proper meal that's been put together for me with some delicious chutneys and microgreens or something. Maybe I'm just a picky a**hole.
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