The 50 best bread shops in Auckland

Definitely a five-star restaurant you should book in advance. We went for lunch at 12 on Saturday and it was almost fully booked. Both the kawahai seafood and the spaghetti pasta were excellent, we finished every bite! For drinks, I highly recommend trying their signature options, whether cold or hot. I’ll definitely be coming back for any occasion.

Nice and cozy restaurant/cafe/bakery spot. Tried out their pasta for lunch. A friend recommended their Scampi pasta and did not regret. We also got their Pappardelle, Lamb Ragu. Decent serving portion. We also checked out their bakery section afterwards and got a Creme Brûlée donut as a sweet treat. The donut was packed with creamy custard inside along with the burnt sugar on the outside which balanced out the sweetness. Definitely recommend if you’re visiting Auckland and looking for a chill place for lunch or dinner.

Been hearing about this place for sometime. So we booked lunch today for a very special occasion. The food indeed was delicious. I got to taste a bit of everyone's order lol. Venue isn't bad at all. Was really busy I can see. A bit crowded for the size and they can spruce the place up a bit in my opinion. After all everyone's paying sort of top dollar. Service was overall good and attentive ... could use a bit more smiles guys. I found corkage fee for bringing your own small birthday day cake a bit over the top especially when we aren't asking for extra plates or cutlery. Going back? For the food...definitely yes. otherwise hmmm...

Wow a real authentic Italian restaurant serving a fantastic menu. The sauces were heavenly and could even meet Michelin standards. The service is perfect and friendly as well as helpful. Atmosphere is like being in Italy 🇮🇹 but we are in 🇳🇿 . Abit pricey but worth every single penny 👌 👌👌👍👍👍

This restaurant more than lives up to all the great reviews. The setting, location, interior, and vibe are perfectly in tune with each other. The food is incredibly flavorful and beautifully presented. We had breakfast here, and you could truly say it’s a breakfast for champions! If you’re staying in Auckland, this place is an absolute must-visit.

OMG!!! This is one of the most beautiful restaurants I’ve ever visited in my life!!! Such a beautiful spacious spot with really tall windows that lits the place with natural sunlight but yet dim to give it this beautiful aesthetic n relaxed feel. They have an open concept kitchen where you could see all those professionals preparing the food 🤩 Menu is limited but from simple classic plates they create an elevated dish! You MUST VISIT when you’re in Auckland!

Excellent food and perfect ambiance. I had the best breakfast Mushroom, sourdough poached egg, Parmesan cheese. Very creamy and delicious. The coffee was fantastic. The only thing that concerned me a bit was they gave me a bar seat and I was sitting in front of the timber column and I saw 3 insects crawling to my plate and I guess it must be from the timber column. I did mention it to the server who said they usually do pest control. I hope they take it seriously. One of the highlights was their bakery next to the restaurant with fantastic croissants and bakery items.

Daily Bread is an amazing spot in the city for both food and coffee. We visited on a buzzing Saturday morning, and the place was packed—always a good sign. The selection is impressive, with plenty of options from cabinet food to menu dishes. Our food was tasty, the egg baguette in particular was delicious, and the coffee was solid. No major faults there. The cabinet offerings looked great as well, and I’d definitely be keen to try a salad next time. Service isn’t really the focus here—there’s not much in terms of customer connection, and you go mainly for the food. The online ordering was offline due to the high demand, which is understandable but added to wait times. Staff did well keeping the inside clean, though the outside tables could have used a bit more attention. Overall, a reliable spot for quality food and coffee, even if the customer service side feels minimal.

Located on the waterfront Britomart development, the Daily Bread cafe offers a wonderful experience for good coffee and breakfast favourites! The huge selection of breads and brunch options should satisfy most dinners! The croissant 🥐 is great but not sure about their take on the classic almond croissant, which has been turned into a hazelnut croissant and even one made with chocolate!! Service is friendly and overall a great selection and taste! The general building is beautiful and easy to find! Enjoy your coffee and sweets!!

I went here over the weekend to catch up with some friends, and it turned out to be a nice little spot for a casual meet-up. The atmosphere was cozy and not too loud, which made it easy for us to chat. We ordered a few pastries and they were quite nice fresh and not overly sweet. Nothing too fancy, but it hit the spot. Everything came out quickly and the staff were polite and efficient. Overall, it’s a good option if you’re looking for somewhere simple and comfortable to hang out with friends on the weekend.

It’s a lovely place for breakfast or brunch, with a great selection of pastries that are all fresh and delicious. I tried the croissants, which were buttery and flaky, and the coffee was excellent too. The mocha was rich and smooth, making the whole experience even better.

I was really excited to try a Too Good To Go surprise bag from Daily Bread, especially after seeing others receive a nice variety of pastries and breads. Unfortunately, my experience was extremely disappointing. My bag contained three identical bread slices and nothing else. This doesn’t feel like a “surprise” or good value, just leftovers without any effort or variety. I love the idea behind reducing food waste, and I expected better from Daily Bread given their usual quality. I hope they take more care in preparing these bags in the future, because this felt quite misleading compared to what customers are shown or expecting. Plus the value of these r lowers than the value listed on the app. I would appreciate if the owners can contact me on dealing with this issue. As i sent email and got no reply.

Daily Bread is a bakery cafe offering bread, pie, deli, coffee, all kinds of Western-style breakfast options. I got myself a Bolognese rosemary mozzarella pie ($10) and iced chocolate ($6). And smh I spent $17. I remembered it clearly iced chocolate is same price as hot chocolate ($6). Maybe it’s an error on the menu since it’s a new item. Who would pay $7 for iced chocolate 🤷. Ordering + Order and pay at the counter. You get your pie immediately. For your drink you will get a table number stand. Now find a seat and wait. Picking your autistic seat + I recommend lower floor seats. Higher floor is too busy, too many sensory inputs. Check my video and photo for the cafe layout. Water & Napkins + Both are self-service. Plus they have $0 soda water. Food - 8.5/10 + Pie is delicious, I love mozzarella. + State the obvious. Iced chocolate is just chocolate with A LOT OF ICE. Who would pay $7 for that. Buy yourself a BUBBLE TEA PLS😭 Service - $7/10 I really want to give this cafe 5 stars. However I couldn’t get over that iced chocolate so 4 stars. 🤓👌 Update: Sep 19 12:25pm I went to this place just to check the menu. And the new menu with iced chocolate item in it is not on the counter anymore. There’s an old menu on the glass cabinet. My conclusion is yep there’s an error in that new menu.

Me and my friend came here for the first time to enjoy a nice meal, the matcha latte was excellent, but the service and food was not good. We repeated ourselves to the servers so many times our order and they kept asking us if we were waiting for anything. We also got 2 sides of hollandaise sauce, the server even asked the chef how much to charge and if they had any. The chef said yes. So charged us $6 for extra hollandaise, the mains came out without the sides of hollandaise we ordered, again I had to repeat myself asking where our hollandaise was. We waited and the server came back with cash and apologised and said they ran out. What a waste of time that was. We spent nearly $93 on our whole meal and the food was disappointing. Bread was dry and hard, eggs plain and pork belly was thin. It was the most basic meal iv ever spent a lot of money on. I left the cafe feeling disappointed and ripped off, didn’t even eat my whole meal because of how disappointing it was. Atmosphere was good, latte was good but food and service a big NO

What a great place to start my day in Auckland with a fresh pie out of the oven. It was delicious and the relish on the side was so good. Super friendly team plus it was lovely to sit outside and enjoy my meal

THE BEST CHEESE SCONE IN ALL OF NEW ZEALAND!!! It’s perfect — not too dry and crumbly but not cakey either; tender yet chewy; loads of cheese in texture and flavour but not overpowering; almost caramelized on top. All of this served toasted with the most amazing whipped brown butter?!?! Heavenly!! The coffee is also wonderful. The staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is lovely. Highly recommend!

We used Scratch Bakers to cater for a small work meeting (under 10 colleagues) and were extremely happy with the delicious food for morning tea, impeccable service (especially when we had an address blip on delivery morning!) and would highly recommend their catering service. I will definitely pop into the bakery / cafe itself for some lunch nibbles sometime soon. Thanks guys, really great food and service!

Come here often for great coffee! The small little prosciutto-truffle croissant is amazing. Would love large version of it. Pistachio croissant was a letdown, taste a bit too much like an artifical flavour. Chocolate cruffin was very nice. The place gets busy but won't let you down. Staff Is pretty onto it!

Best cafe in town by far! Amazing coffee, yummy breakfast, a great looking cabinet of which everything is made on site in the bakery hence the name "Scratch" such a nice atmosphere and the staff are lovely too.

Bought myself a tiramisu cake for my birthday and it was the best one I've had all my life. Just came by to pick up and yet i was able to have great conversations with the staff and the pastry chef! shoutout to the best team ever they deserve all the hype please visit them!!!! x

been here few times as lockdown goes longer you try to find new cafes to go saw scratch bakers sounds like a proper bake shop which they somehow make from scratch so it should be fresh so far we have tried the plain and almond croissant, frozen beef cheek pie, steak toastie and ham brioche and their coffees the coffee were good the large size runs small all the croissants disnt taste and looks fresh the frozen pie were good when we heat at home it was moist and had a great flavor. The steak toastie was also good the brioche is a mistake the onion for me was too strong the quality of the brioche was mushy the display area for pastries and donuts looks underwhelming they all look old

Brought my friend from Australia here — Olaf’s is always a solid choice. Mt Eden is easy to walk around, and it’s just a nice area to chill. We grabbed coffee and pastries, then popped over to Time Out Bookstore nearby. Such a cute little shop, super friendly vibe, and fun to browse. Great morning spot!

The food selection, quality and general vibe of Olaf was different from what I remember it use to be when it was first open. We went fairly early therefore a lot of things in the cabinet were not on display yet and the items for the menu were quite limiting. My croissant was pretty good. My mom said she enjoyed her dish, price wise it is the usual Mt eden village price point.

After climbing one tree hill, we decided to find a brunch. Finally we chose this restaurant, it was a good choice.

It's definitely going through a bit of change. I'm not a regular (don't live in the area), but that's how obvious it is. Customer service was abysmal compared to before - no greeting, no offer of menu, and there's no pricing anywhere. The decor was still the same, but it didn't have that warm, "quaint" cafe feel to it any more. Ordered a "peanut brownie" cake(?) in the display cabinet, and a long black. The cake was dry and close to the consistency of a biscotti. Long black was fine, but it would be pretty bad to mess up a long black when there's no queue. I noticed there was stain at the bottom of the cup, and on the saucer. And the two items cost about $15 (it was like $15.18 because of credit card and paywave surcharge)

My friend and I had a catch up lunch here on her recommendation. Ordered the French toast because I was in a brekkie sort of mood. I enjoyed my meal but wasn't a fan of the sugar coating on the brioche toast. I also got the mushroom empanada to take home (and I can report that it was complete deliciousness). Order at the till and your meal (if dining in) will be brought to your table. I really wanted to get the freshly baked bread to take home but will do this next time for sure. Great location and seating is available indoors and outdoors.

Olaf's Artisan Bakery Cafe is a solid choice for a quick and tasty meal. Overall the food was good, although the portions were on the smaller side for the price. As a bakery, I was also a bit disappointed that the meals didn't include more bread. However, these minor issues were easily overlooked due to the overall high quality of the meal. I tried the Gourmet Breakfast and paired it with an oat flat white, both of which were very tasty. The oat flat white, in particular, was creamy and smooth. While Olaf's may not offer the best value for money, the quality of the food and drinks more than make up for it. I would definitely recommend giving this bakery cafe a try and look forward to returning in the future.

Busy spot on a Saturday morning but worth the effort. Service was good and we didn't have to wait long for our meals or coffee. Bit of a diy assembly job for the smelt bagel but that's no biggie. Our group of four were all pleased with meals.

Bakery cabinet is very good and lots of yummy options. Kitchen food going out quickly but I’m not a fan of food decoration. Cafe on the other hand is a big let down. Drinks came to table when we nearly finish our food. Smoothie and iced coffee tasted like they’ve been blended in the same jug and not very fresh ingredients.

Love the decor and ambience of the cafe. The coffee was good and also the cream brûlée donut! We tried two dishes from the food menu (crispy corn fritter and Eton mess), not quite like them, sorry. However, the cabinet foods look great and We will come back to try out. Thank you.

Very busy place. The cabinet food always run out quickly. Decent coffee. Enjoy the cafe setting and decorations. Love to come back more often. Managed to sample few varieties of dishes. Good family place to hang out. This cafe advertised as children friendly. I do not see many toys or any playground for young children to enjoy.

This is one of our favourite cafes! Although the menu changes seasonally, the food is always great. The staff are always friendly and helpful, and the coffee is great. Part of the same group as Melba, B & B is worth the drive and the money. There’s also fresh bread and baked goods available in the cabinet. Personal recommendation: try the house hash brown!

As a Portuguese expat in New Zealand, I obviously had to taste the Portuguese tarts on display in the cabinet. I was impressed with their quality, but did find the dough was not as light and crispy as back home. Still good, nonetheless! The coffee is delicious and note that if you order a large flat white, you get it in a bowl! For the main, I had the crispy corn fritters and boy was I impressed! Don't be fooled by the photo where all you see is the scrumptious scrambled eggs. The fritters underneath managed to stay crisp all the way through to my last bite. The middle Eastern flavors were the icing on the cake. In addition, for a full house, the service sure was not delayed and was done with a smile on their faces. Well done!

Great looking place with a good variety of delicious breads and sweet stuff which seems to be all prepped & cooked on site. Service was pleasant enough but they seem to congregate more around the person making the coffee then servicing the tables. Coffee was good, we ordered the big breakfast meal but felt the price we paid and what was offered was a little underwhelming compared to what we have been used too. We got in early and saw how busy this place can get, it caters as a sit down cafe as well as a takeaway bakery.

We found Bread & Butter to be a super-vibrant eatery in the heart of Grey Lynn; an awesome selection in every department from sweet to savoury, a brunch menu full of temptations. It really felt like a bustling eatery and authentic bakery. The staff we encountered were friendly and genuinely cared about our experience. For example we found the base on our chicken pie slightly undercooked, and when passing on that feedback it was taken in good spirits the way it had been intended. But the food apart from that quibble was beyond stellar; the big “Baker’s Breakfast” one of the best versions I Can remember. The sausage was well appointed, seasoned and cooked, while the fresh toasted bread from their kitchen really lifted the whole plate. The custard tarts on the counter were too tempting to pass up so I had one of those, while my partner had his creamy chicken pie and his own indulgence of both an apple juice and and iced chocolate, served in pretty mason glassware. Given the selection and how warm and pleasant the whole experience was, I have no hesitation to say I hope to return in future when next visiting Auckland.

Nice little vegan bakery that is good enough to fool any non vegan. They have a wide variety of sweet and savoury options. They have some basic outdoor seating I loved everything, highly recommend the biscoff cheesecake!

The best! Absolutely delicious. We dont live in Auckland anymore but everytime we are here we come straight to Tart Bakery and visit multiple times. Sandwiches are great and doughnuts. Croissants are a personal favorite though.

We tried the chicken and mushroom, Spanish, and tofu pies for breakfast. The chicken pie was really nice and quite unique because they marinated the chicken, making it soft, unlike the typical chicken pie.

One of the best vegan spots in all of New Zealand! It has such an amazing range of cakes, pastrys and sandwiches! The Biscoff Cookie Croissant is honestly one for the tastiest things I've ever eaten in my life and I can't stop thinking about it! Definitely a must-go-to place when you're passing through Auckland!!

Lovely food, on the more expensive side for some items but kinda expected in today's economy. Very delish food, I tried the cream bun

Best vegan pies I had in New Zealand! I got the creamy chicken and mushroom pie and it was amazing. They have a wide selection of other pies as well. Will definitely come back when I visit Auckland again!

Wow as vegan, this almond croissant was great, not flaky though

#French cafe# The coffee was rich and enjoyable, but the pastries were disappointing. The croissant was soft instead of crisp, and the mousse cake, though well-layered with a nicely balanced cherry filling, didn’t taste very fresh. Hopefully, the café can reheat pastries before serving to maintain better quality.

Lovely slice of France in Auckland cbd. I was half tucking into my delicious chicken and pesto panini when I realised I must take a pic for a review ( sorry about the bad photo skills) very nice cafe, spotlessly clean, nice selection of sandwiches and pastries and also very fine French sweets almost too good to eat. A very warm welcome from the front staff very attentive and chatty. The coffee was very good too . Would definitely be back for more , the pastries were very good 👍👍 we decided to buy more to take home for later which was particularly good for my sugar cravings after dinner 😊 Thanks

La Petite Fourchette at the Viaduct is my absolute favorite spot for a morning coffee, and for good reason! The atmosphere has a truly special French feel that is both authentic and welcoming. The coffee is consistently great, and their selection of delicacies is simply divine – a perfect treat to start the day. What truly makes this place stand out, though, is the wonderfully friendly staff. Their warm service always makes you feel welcome and is guaranteed to brighten your morning.

Nice little place for a coffee, pastries and dessert. Yes, had all three in the one sitting. Staff were very friendly. Would come back again for more

Found this fantastic little perfect French cafe with superb pastries & food. Fantastic service, almost like being back in France. Great work team. 😊

April 2025: Amazing quality and service. I had a beautiful champagne ham and cheese sandwich with a long black, which was exceptionally rich and smooth. What coffee beans do you use, folks? Then, I wanted to add a chocolate eclair but they were out. So they made a special one just for me. You're iconic! Please keep up the good work and maintain your exceptionally quality! July 2021: The peculiar waiter is still there. The new story goes as follows. There were quite a few people waiting for their ☕ outside. She came out with a cup, looking for the person who ordered it. First, she approached our table, when a cup of coffee was standing in front of each of us. Then, she approached another person who looked hesitant concerning whether this is the coffee that she ordered or not. Eventually this person took the coffee. However, after taking a couple of sips, she realized that it's not her order and returned it. The waiter took the cup and continued looking for their owner. She found them and tried giving it to them. Only when the owner said that there is lipstick on the cup and she can't have it, the waiter went away promising to return with another cup. @La Petite, it might be the time to take your Fourchette and get your customer service back to your standards. June 2021: They were amazing and then they hired a new staff member. She messed up our order, brought us something else and when we told her that this is not what we asked for she just took it back; we went to the counter to remind the more senior person what we actually ordered. Then she brought the dish, apologized, and smashed the coffee lit when putting the dish on the table. Will try to avoid this kind of service next time. May 2021: A real French 💎. Various goods that make it hard to choose. And the got a new set of cakes.

Accidentally discovered this unique artistic bakery cafe yesterday. Came back today by myself for my feast. Impressed by the look of the pie, more impressed by the unique pastry taste. There’s no oily buttery feels, but nicely balanced of flaky crust. Detailed mousse cake with very unique and details taste. I love strong latte. This place gonna be my top spot to chill from now on. More selections in the morning, after lunch, it’s coffee n cake time. Just like me. My emptied plates proved my reviews 🥰🥰

We were lucky to stumble on this corner cafe/bakery on our lunch hour. The toasted samdwich was pretty much perfect, very balanced flavours and perfect golden crust, with bread baked on site. Coffee was also delicious. The serving staff were very friendly and attentive. A bit pricey but worth it. Relaxed jazz music set the atmosphere just right.

Great Food, lovely barista and baker. Second time visiting and still a great 5/5. The upstairs has tables and chairs for more seating. Really recommend the sandwiches, Florets seem to switch them up time to time but never disappoints! Also, pet friendly so bring your animal friends too!! 🐾

Florets is a fav spot in Auckland city. Very calm & friendly vibe—Maya is always happy to chat which is so lovely. I like the dedicated retail from local makers too. If you need a recommendation: always grab a chocolate rye cookie! P.S. if you don’t know already, there is more seating upstairs!

I had a very frustrating experience at Florets Cafe. I ordered a toasted sandwich from the counter, clearly pointing to the exact one I wanted. After waiting 21 minutes, the wrong item arrived—not a big deal, mistakes happen. However, when I inquired about the rest of my order (a loaf of bread and a chocolate bun), the staff member who took my order claimed I hadn’t ordered anything else. After checking, they brought me the bread but not the chocolate item. At this point, I had to go inside and ask the manager, who apologized, saying the server didn’t speak English. Why put someone in a position where they’re set up to fail? Finally, I received the chocolate item I had paid for—except it wasn’t chocolate at all. Instead, it was a bun filled with Christmas pie-style mixture, completely different from what I ordered. Overall, a frustrating experience with poor communication, long wait times, and incorrect orders. I won’t be returning.

This is the cleanest food place I have ever seen in my life. The vibration frequency emitted by the staff is very high. I would come here often if I lived nearby. It is definitely suitable for working, reading and enjoying life time comfortably.

Best bread in Auckland without a doubt. We are lucky to have such quality bread available in this city. It’s always a nice experience visiting Florets.

Florets has become part of my weekly routine because their food is unreal. From the treats to the bread . You will not find a better loaf of bread for toast than their seeded rye loaf. It is pricey but it won’t disappoint!! It’s a highlight of my week walking in on Friday and being served by nice staff. Thank you guys! Only thing that sucks is they aren’t open 7 days a week but it’s worth the wait :)

The ambience of the place is amazing and takes you to a place where you could just sit back and relax. The food was on point. Mezze for Two was fresh and bread soft and hot. Dips were also amazing. Chicken with rice and 3 other sides were also succulent. We also ordered the non alcoholic sodas which were a 7/10. They could have had a bit more flavour in them but they did compliment the food. Portion sizes are a little disappointing in comparison to the price one pays. Staff though were all really good and very welcoming, and interacted with us to make sure we were comfortable with everything.

I came here with a friend during Ramadan. The staff were very accommodating and wanted to serve our food in time for Iftar. They gave us the option of free lentil soup or dates for the month of Ramadan which was very lovely. The hummus here is divine and a must order. I loved their sabich the eggplant with chickpeas and hummus, chefs kiss! The skewers are super fresh they are my go to! Highly recommend😍

A large, spacious, and bright restaurant with an amazing and lovely atmosphere. We were looking for halal breakfast and found this place just two minutes' walk from our hotel. We ordered two types of eggs with falafel. The place is clean, and the staff are friendly and cheerful. I highly recommend it. I’m from Bahrain (a country from the Arabian Gulf).

Excellent restaurant in the heart of downtown Auckland. Amazing food - I had bharat spiced chicken, and halloumi, followed by their hot cross bun pudding. Mains come with various sides. The chef/owner is very proud of her restaurant, and rightly so. Highly recommended - it's worth buying their recipe book. Oh, and dependent on availability, the hot cross buns are incredible - they use the same recipe in the pudding.

Good foods, nice and unique environment. Staffs are smiling. Clean and very cosy place to have a meal. Recommend for a meal.

A Cozy Experience at Ima Cuisine… Ima Cuisine is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, the warm, cozy vibe and lovely lighting set the perfect mood for dinner. We started with the mezze platter…The pillowy, fresh pita paired beautifully with the creamy hummus, smoky baba ganoush, and smooth labneh. The pickled veggies added the perfect punch, and the falafel was crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside—some of the best falafels I’ve had in a while. For mains, we shared the halloumi and chicken along with a variety of sides. I’m already planning my next visit—especially during the day so I can have their famous hot cross buns! If you're looking for comforting, authentic Middle Eastern flavours in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, Ima Cuisine is a must-visit. Highly recommend :)

Ima Cuisine offers a truly exceptional Middle Eastern dining experience. The flavors are vibrant, authentic, and beautifully presented. The service was equally impressive. Rupert, was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. He made sure we had everything we needed and provided great recommendations. The warm atmosphere, combined with the delicious food and excellent service, makes Ima Cuisine a must-visit. Highly recommended!

We ordered a Saint Honore cake for a family gathering, and the whole family loved it. The cake was not only beautifully designed, but the flavours were absolutely delicious. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a delicious treat for any occasion. We'll definitely be coming back for more!

Absolutely divine sweets and pastries at this French café in Parnell. A bit on the pricey side, but definitely worth it for the quality and flavour. I’ve bought cakes from here a few times and they’ve always been a hit, everyone loved them! Their mini desserts are also a favourite of mine so beautifully made and delicious.

Our team attended Sonia’s pasty class for layered cakes which was excellent. The atmosphere was lovely and Sonia’s incredibly knowledgeable. We all learnt great tips and techniques to take back to our workplace along with our lovely layered cakes to share with our loved ones. Thanks Sonia! We will be back again.

Such a chic place, with highly crafted food. Definitely worth trying as every bite is phenomenal. The pastry chef puts a lot of care into their work.

We ordered online "saint honore" for $72.00 This French birthday cake has one size only. The cake looked beautiful, fresh, and so delicious. We called them before we picked it up, and the staff made it packed in the box already for us. The location of the shop is in the small street, luckily they have 5 minutes park area so easily for us to got the car.

This is my "To go to" place for Birthday Cakes. The Zora cake is my favourite. Not too sweet. Tastes divine, can easily eat 2 or 3 slices at a time it's so good. The quality & artistry is 5 Star. It's easy to order online, pickup is seamless...

The best Patisserie in Auckland. Adorable cafe, delicious desserts, always great customer service. Recently I’ve ordered limited cake Opera for Father’s Day and it was yummy. Highly recommend Vaniye Patisserie.

Got a steak and cheese potato top pie for $8.30. Pie was piping hot with great gravy, big pieces of steak, a generous amount of smooth well seasoned potato and cheese that you can actually taste! Left with a full warm belly, Perfect for the miserable rainy days 😋 will definitely be back to try more of the huge variety offered

Found hide jade from Kingston, Auckland. It was pouring rainy day but many people came. Impressed of their veriety choices. Kind of big portion for one and prices were not too bad. Highly recommend.

Awesome variety unfortunately, the food we ordered was overhyped, overrated and overpriced. Ordered the Chicken/bacon/mushroom potato top (best seller), pulled pork pie, steak and cheese potato top, Pumpkin/Ginger soup, seafood chowder, Mini bacon/egg quiche, cream donuts and Mocha frappe + mango smoothie. The seafood chowder was disgusting. It came out with a film on it, as if microwaved and straight to the table. It was FULL of chunks of veges (pumpkin, corn, carrots, peas etc) and seafood was almost non existent. I found 4 pieces of Mussel (made up 1 whole mussel) and 2 tiny shrimp. We took it home thinking we’d eat it when starving but ended up throwing it away. The chicken/bacon/mushroom pie was the nicest thing we ate but I couldn’t find mushroom. Pulled pork pie was dark orange in colour and didn’t taste like you’d expect for pulled pork. Mini quiches were fine, nothing special. Only get the pumpkin soup if you like Ginger as the Ginger was overpowering (I liked the soup). The first Mocha frappe I ordered was really nice and the lady was really friendly/smiley and attentive despite it being lunch rush hour. After the rush, I ordered another to take away from another server and it was the complete opposite, no smile, wasn’t friendly and she seemed annoyed when putting the transaction through. I said thank you and she just looked away while yelling my order across the room. When it came it didn’t taste the same, was bland, had more coffee in it and less chocolate. It’s Sad - the level of service differs amongst staff, food is overpriced (spent $93 for WHAT) and overall inconsistency in quality. Hardly any parking but that was the least of my concern after the above. This place was recommended but I won’t be recommending to anyone!

Every single thing my colleagues and I have tried so far was great 🤤 Favourites - amazing Vanilla Custard Cronuts from today - Pork Belly Potato Top pie - Italian meatballs pie - Pepper Steak pie - Iron Salad - Orange Cake… that disappeared sooo fast in the office!

Bought a butter chicken pie, and it was nice. Customer service was good. Busy little bakery with lots of people coming in and out.

I grew up in Kingsland and loved Connors Bakery like so many locals but this was my first visit to The Bakers Cottage - and it didn't disappoint! I brought two gourmet potato top pies and two huge donuts for about $27. The first potato top pie was fantastic - great pastry and tasty filling - and the cream and apple donuts were amazing too (but not like the Connor Bakery donuts) but the highlight was the meatball potato top pie which the friendly lady at the store recommended to me! Again beautiful pastry, and tasty meatballs together with the rich tomato sauce and melted cheese make this wonderful pie top three pies I've ever enjoyed! I'll be back for more, there's so much to love about the great pies and donuts they create here🥳

Seriously good cafe/bakery, best part is dog friendly (inside, covered). The risotto was seriously good and even the small portion was fulfilling. Best Ham and Cheese Tosti I have had in a long time in NZ.

I recently tried the Tiramisu Cake Jar from Bluebells Cakery, and it was absolutely delicious! The cake was fresh, rich, and perfectly balanced with flavors. The bakery itself is very nice, and the staff were extremely friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. What I loved most is the variety they offer – from cheesecakes and muffins to macarons, pastries, and these amazing cake jars. There are so many tempting options to choose from, and everything looks so fresh and inviting. Definitely a place worth visiting if you have a sweet tooth. Highly recommend the tiramisu cake jar!

How good! Love the range of cup cakes and a key is to order online ahead of time including their cake sample box - a slice from each of their top cakes. Gluten free options taste great. Friendly staff. Definitely returning ...they also do a take away high tea set up. Great for mums day.

Absolutely amazing cafe and cakery experience, good seating capacity and wonderful cafeteria. Unique find in cbd. Peaceful and pleasant experience. Beautiful and tasty cakes, coffee and much more to explore.

Probably one of the worst cake i had. While he sponge cake base was ok the glazing on the top was sooo sweet and taste cheap aspartame with odd texture... none of the guest finished their slice, finished in the bin. Change your pastry chef..

I gotta say, this store is just awesome. The decor is all pink and super cute, and the cakes are just bursting with color and flavor. I grabbed some macarons and cupcakes for a family get-together, and let me tell you, they were a hit with everyone, kids and grown-ups alike. They really topped off our dinner perfectly. Can't wait to swing by again and enjoy some coffee and more of those amazing cakes. Oh, and shoutout to the waiter who was super nice and helpful during my visit.

Lovely cupcakes. My favourite is the banana it is so moist and delicious and I appreciate that they aren’t too sweet. The icing to cake ratio is just right and they make a lovely gift because they are so pretty. I would also like to say that I had very nice and friendly service from the blonde girl with glasses. She was chatty and friendly even during a rush and her coffee was delicious. She was caring and explained each flavour to me. Thank you for the lovely service and I look forward to returning soon!

As a tourist, my sister and I were looking for some cute cake options for our family’s bday. So pleased to have come across this shop on google with their great selection of cakes and cupcakes. Their food is perfect (the selection that we tried wasn’t too sweet and had a great taste). & to top it off we received such welcoming and friendly service which definitely made this place a must visit. Will definitely buy again during our trips to Auckland.

Judy was fantastic! She took the time to explain the products with real passion and made thoughtful suggestions based on what our family needed. Bravo, Judy! Christie has magic in her hands – the coffees were perfectly crafted. The oat milk latte was honestly one of the best I’ve ever had. Amazing job ladies, you made the whole experience outstanding!

Wild Wheat in Mount Eden might be one of the best bakeries I’ve ever visited. The sausage roll was the best I’ve ever had, the sandwiches were spectacular, and everything on offer was simply outstanding. The service was warm and genuine, matching the quality of the food. No hyperbole: this place is incredible.

My first visit here and definitely not my last! The staff were so friendly and welcoming when I needed help with recommendations. When the slicing machine accidentally cut a few pieces off my sourdough, they generously offered me a free loaf which was such a kind and thoughtful gesture. The sourdough itself is honestly the best I’ve ever tasted. I’ll absolutely be coming back and have already recommended this place to family and friends, it’s well worth it!

The ‘Monthly Special’ black lentil sourdough is really nice. I also like that the air bubbles in the Wild Wheat bread are small, making it easier to use.

Love Wild Wheat - their breads are always so fresh, almond croissant top notch and coffee always hits the spot. I always come back to get sourdough, foccacia and so many more. Favourite place - that even if we moved further away, this is still our go to place.

We purchased some bread to cater for an office morning tea. Judy was awesome! She helped with the selection of bread, and was really lovely to deal with. I highly recommend Wild Wheat as they have amazing bread, coupled with excellent service.

They have a great range and variety of sourdough breads that you can choose from Definitely worth to give the potato sourdough a try and grab a sweet treat while you are there

Great little cafe. Freshly baked croissants, pan au chocolate, almond croissant. My fave ! So good that I had to buy a box to take with me back to Christchurch. Really close to where we are staying at Parkside Hotel too which is a bonus. Will be back again next time we are in Auckland. Thank you team.

Been to Fort Green twice, located on K-Road. Discovered in 2023 while browsing one morning before an event, and visited again in 2024 when in Auckland as the last leg of my journey. Great service and friendly staff, great location, and great food both times! Always seems to be well populated with diners, and probably one of my first overall choices.

Good coffee, two days in a row, and great pastries on day two - a hot cross bun for Easter, a cruffin and a pain au chocolate. Great. Nice buzz and friendly atmosphere.

Come for the Ruben Sandwich and stay for the coffee/pastry combo. A friendly cafe with an excellent choice of delicious breakfast bites and good quality coffee. Only minor issue is the few dubious people whom roam the area. However, I assume where the government has failed, the local business owners have stepped up by employing a security company.

Great coffee with great pastries 💕 the cafe is quite small and its get super busy in the late morning and lunch

This café is an absolute delight! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with a cozy charm that makes you want to linger over your coffee. The croissants 🥐 are truly outstanding—flaky, buttery, and freshly baked to perfection. You can tell they’re made with real care and quality ingredients. The egg dishes are just as impressive—beautifully prepared, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. Whether you go for a classic scrambled plate or something more creative, every bite feels like comfort food elevated to gourmet level. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the service feels personal without ever being rushed. It’s the kind of place that instantly becomes a favorite spot for breakfast or brunch. Highly recommend stopping by—you’ll definitely want to come back for those croissants! 🥐🍳☕

Awesome pastries in a cozy spot on K road. Cannot recommend the parmesan and chilli honey knot enough. We will definitely be back for more!

We had great lattes and really yummy pastries - both savoury and sweet. The scones are really popular and sell out really fast. There were many other pastries which looked delicious and the varieties were always changing. Will definitely pop by again. The double rainbow outside the cafe was a bonus!

Tried the almond croissant, tiramisu cake, and a long black—everything was excellent! The almond croissant was beautifully flaky with a rich filling inside, not too sweet and really satisfying. The tiramisu cake was light yet indulgent, with just the right balance of coffee, cream, and sponge. The long black paired perfectly—smooth, strong, and well-brewed. Definitely a spot I’d recommend if you’re after quality pastries, cakes, and coffee.

#neighbourhood cafe# A warm neighbourhood café with friendly staff. I like the scones more than the bread pudding, which is quite ordinary. Maybe next time I’ll try the pastry that looks crispy.

Tucked away by the roadside, this cosy little patisserie showcases a delectable display filled with golden pastries that look straight out of a Parisian bakery, and the taste does not disappoint. The croissants are everything you’d hope for — fresh, flaky, and wonderfully buttery, with that perfect shatter as you tear into them. The almond croissant deserves a special mention: it’s not overly sweet, letting the delicious frangipane filling shine through without being heavy. On the savoury side, the potato, leek, and cheddar pastry is a revelation — the perfect flavour combo of creamy, cheesy richness and subtle oniony sweetness. Whether you’re stopping by for a morning coffee or a midday treat, this patisserie is a place worth checking out if you enjoy pastries done right.

Absolutely delightful full stop. They slip in no category. Have to go back and try every single sweet (See: Honey bee sting & Triple chocolate chip cookie)

This place must be super popular cause by the time I got there around 11:30 a.m most of the bread was already gone. Grabbed a croissant and a pain au chocolat. the croissant was big, buttery, and sooo good. The pain au chocolat could use a bit more chocolate, but the pastry itself was really tasty. The bakery’s pretty small, so finding a seat isn’t the easiest. Definitely wanna come back and try their other stuff.

It’s a little and cute bakery cafe. The pastry was great. The staff were very friendly as well. I’ll definitely come back to try other pastries 🥐

I visited Auckland for a short trip and this place was on my visiting lists for bakery. I’m so happy I got to visit their bakery, their pastries are amazing. Coffee and hot chai latte are great. Would definitely come back here. Just one thing off, I ordered a plain SD but got a sesame one instead - still good tho. Just wish that I could try the regular one.

Tried panettone which is definitely delicious and the best. Canele is nice too with crispy crust outside and soft fill-in. Asparagus roll is a new taste. It is a pity that we didn’t buy their pie, and will try pies next time . Seats available outside

This bakery offers an incredible pie experience. The filling is generous and packed with flavor, while the gravy adds a unique and special touch. The pastry itself is perfectly flaky and delicious. However, seating is limited, so it’s better suited for takeaways. Highly recommend for a quick and tasty treat!

Great little bakery. We stopped in for coffee and a pie and then took a walk down to the water to enjoy them. Pies were delicious, the pastry was flakey and buttery and the filling was hot and so tasty. Will definitely be back.

The cutest bakery tucked amongst some local shops in Westmere. I quite liked the simple aesthetic, no usual glass counter in the front, but a line up display of baked goods and labels. Everything you order looks exactly as displayed. I had every intention of just popping in for a humble Potato Top pie, but I was intrigued to say the least. I had more than my fair share! The staff are also friendly and lovely. The atmosphere is perfectly casual with a cute bench out the front where you can park yourself down for that first awaited nibble of pastry. I'll keep coming back for more!

Next level pastries - The Louise Slice Croissant is incredible. Don’t be fooled by the long line - it moves quickly as do the attentive staff making excellent coffee!

Their panettone is the best I have ever had. Our family loves it. People just get the bakery and eat outside, which is lovely.

It's always a treat to visit this cafe. Beautifull presentation makes it very hard to choose which delicious morsels to try. We went for a Caramelized onion and Feta Tart and a Raspberry and coconut scone. The tart was served with a small salad and was so delicious! We liked the scone but it was a bit crumbly to eat. Coffee was great, hot and strong. I will return.

All the evil treats are right here. I am instantly happy even just looking at them. The taste of their goodies is always the best.

Staff were super friendly and good service. Coffee from eight thirty was great - both the long black and flat white. Interior was spacious with high celinings and nicely decorated white interior throughout. When we visited there was only a small selection of goods compared to other Little and Friday branches, but understandable as they had a notice to say they were short staffed. Staff did really well despite being short staffed. Would like to experience again once staffing is better.

I have mixed feelings about this place currently - the food is amazing and great options for cabinet food. But the service or arrogant and sometimes almost rude. Also can be really slow - 20mins for a takeaway coffee when there’s 8 people in the cafe? Have to be careful because there’s so many good cafe options in Taka - sure, your food is great, but ditch the attitude

Came here for the first time after the belmont store closed down. I got a BLAT and it was delicious. Want to go back for the desserts. The staff was friendly too :)

Friendly service, good cake and coffee💖

No takeaway long black should take 20 minutes. This isn’t the first time we have waited this long here, there just seems to be no sense of urgency. When you’ve got other options down the road and next door it’s surprising these guys aren’t prioritizing customer service. I watched several tables follow up on missing coffees and food, so at least we knew it wasn’t personal - everyone was getting the same level of poor service.

I got the bird bowl, which I am not much of a fan of. The only nice thing I like about it is the roasted Kumara and salad. My friend got the banana mochi waffle, which we were surprised by. The mochi is part of the waffle. We thought it would be separate. My friend really enjoyed it. We also got the hot chocolate- raw cacao mug. You get to choose what milk you want it with, oat, almond or hazelnut. Overall service was good and the meals came out quickly. I would say the price is a bit on the high end though so I guess this place would be a nice place to treat yourself once in awhile.

@theaucklandbuzz (insta & TikTok handle) Follow me for more such reviews. 🌱 Brunch Review – Vegan Café Vibes Tried out a local vegan café for brunch and it was definitely a different kind of experience! Some of the drinks had unique, almost weird flavor combos—but in a surprisingly good way. The smoothie was refreshing and just the right kind of thick. 🌈 The food was colourful, creative, and plated like art. If you’re open to trying something new, this place is worth the curiosity. Plant-based never looked this vibrant!

I love this cafe sooo much. If you go there you must try the iced coffee shake and the bird bowl. The cheesecake is so delicious. Service is always amazing, the girls are super nice and friendly. A little bit pricey but it’s definitely worth it. Update: still love this place but unfortunately they changed the bird bowl, this one is not as good as the other one, nothing special about it, flavours are not as good. I wouldn’t order it again.

What can I say? It’s not always easy to find healthy plant-based spots, but this one truly has it all. Along with the friendly staff and quick preparation, I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone. If you’re looking to treat yourself and your body to something good after a workout, Little Bird Kitchen is always a winner. Every time I’m in Auckland, I make sure to stop by and take a little break from everyday life! 🥰

Always wanted to visit this great Cafe and finally did. Fantastic food bursting with flavour, good generous portions and lots to choose from. Staff were excellent. Will definitely return.

This is my happy place, such a great vibe and relaxing atmosphere. You can rest assured that the kai being served here is healthy and delicious. L O V E.

Lovely little cafe with an impressive selection of plant based cakes and sweets, while also serving lunches with full table service. I will be honest, I really did not enjoy my food at all, but the way the staff handled that was amazing. They inquired as to why to understand, made me feel comfortable about being honest and didn’t charge me. I couldn’t eat it so appreciated it. I will be back to try other items as I love creative vegan food but found specifically the Vietnamese Crepe to be extremely unbalanced. It had so many bitter and astringent elements and the texture was rough and stringy with an occasional mouthful of pickled carrot batons or cashew, none of which I was fond of. The pancake itself was almost more like injera in a Vietnamese style. I love injera and traditional Vietnamese pancakes - but this did not work for me. All the same - I will be back. I really appreciated the staff and options in general.

👍 Great tasty salads. Generous with servings. Light and fluffy lemon cake. Not overly sweet cinnamon scroll. Lovely friendly service from the barrister. Spacious ambiance 👎 Coffee was a little burnt

Nice little cafe for brunch. Lots of selections for cabinet food. Quite pricey, but delicious. Large coffee is very small. I never felt a welcoming from staff. Also, tables are quite messy all the time. They will need to clean the table properly.

A lovely small cafe with paid street parking outside the cafe. Shop owner and staff were super friendly. The cafe specialises in pastry, cake, and bread; no cooked brunches. The quiche and sandwiches, and coffees were excellent. I would love to come back for their sweet pastries.

Nice vibe and so many desserts and pastries in the counter. We picked the doughnut and ordered coffee and chocolate. The doughnut was so filling, the cream and the raspberry sauce match perfectly. Hot chocolate was so great, love how strong the chocolate flavor and creamy.

A friend and I had lunch here after shopping in Newmarket - we were pretty ravenous. We ordered Earl Grey tea, fruit soda, Parmesan and fennel pasta, a savoury scone and a coconut and lemon cake. The cake was very tasty and had a great combination of flavours. The dinosaur toy is their version of an order number. Went here for lunch as I occasionally work in Newmarket and I went well after lunch and my lunch (haloumi sandwich) was discounted, which a nice surprise. Was told about the Foodprint app which tells you where there are food items that need to be sold quickly (usually around closing time) and it's a great bargain and more importantly reducing waste. Sandwich was tasty except for the lettuce - goes a bit weird if you opt to have your sandwich toasted. The raspberry cream doughnut was the highlight for me - super yummy.

We visited Little & Friday over the weekend. There was a lot of parking outside, but as usual for Auckland, not many free spaces. The cafe itself was spacious, clean, and bright. There were lots of free seats, with most people ordering takeaways when we were there around noon. The man who served us was incredibly helpful with describing what was in the cabinet and how best to serve it (e.g., how long to heat it if taking it away). We had a hard time choosing, but ended up having a breakfast focaccia bursting with flavour, a very cheesy croque monsieur, and a light custard/berry pastry. Everything was incredibly delicious and filling. The bread was incredible. Can highly recommend to anyone looking for a chill cafe with delicious food.

Love love this bakery, everything is fresh, seasonal and yummy. Have been here several times. Cabinet food to die for, pretty much everything between $7-12. The deserts here are a must try. Service is great, always place to sit and lovely girls serving.

Catroux has a decent selection available from their menu or their cabinet. Service was pretty good considering how busy it was when we arrived. We ordered their smoked salmon bagel and their mince and cheese pie (from the cabinet) for a quick bite in the morning. We also got some mochas (we also wanted a vanilla latte, but they didn’t have syrups, which surprised us), but the mochas were good. The pie had a great crust. The mince had more of a Mexican-style flavour, which wasn’t quite what I expected, as I was hoping for a more traditional gravy style, but it was still enjoyable. The smoked salmon bagel had nice ingredients that I think complemented each other nicely. The salmon stood out as the clear leader, but not overpowering, as it can often be.

I had the Fitness Bowl ($28) and Tumeric Glow smoothie ($12.50). Was it worth it for a $40 meal? No. Firstly, it took forever to order, it is a busy place but the service was good. My Fitness Bowl was missing the tahini yoghurt, which was needed to bring the whole meal together and poached egg was over-cooked. It was a hard boil egg, so the meal was very dry….and there was no seasoning. Add the chewy dry halumi….the Fitness bowl was a disappointment. The Tumeric Glow smoothie was a yellow coconut, banana milkshake. It was thin and I could not taste the mango and passionfruit …which was the main reason why I ordered it. I feel that due to the place being so busy, there was a lack of attention to what was being prepared, put together and served. The only thing that had to be cooked was the poached egg…which was an utter fail.

Got a vegan chocolate plum cake. Highly recommend. It was so good with perfect sweetness. Doesn't taste vegan at all. Amazing quality for the price!

This was our first time here on the suggestion from a friend. The cafe is rather intimate and clean but quite noisy due to the large crowds both seated and those in the long queue. That made it very hard to have a contact the table, especially if one of the group speaks quietly. The staff seem quiet friendly even under stress. Our elderly friend loved her wee cake, my husband liked the quiche but I tried to like it but not really. Next time I’ll choose something from the delicious looking cake section. The negative thing from our first visit here was my coffee was completely forgotten and we had to ask twice if it was coming. We were asked what size we had ordered (what?) and it did arrive in less than 3 minutes after this question. Sadly I didn’t enjoy it at all as the coffee tasted burnt and bitter so I couldn’t drink it. My husband did as he said, “it’s paid for and I’m not wasting it!” The prices are quite reasonable. We will go back just to see if our experience can be improved, fingers crossed it will be.

Nice atmosphere and great food. Staff were attentive and friendly. Cafe was busy but food came out promptly.

I wish the New Catroux success however I will pass for quite some time I realise they were on their 3rd day of their new premises & we expected delays ..my expectations were based on my previous experiences from their previous address .. The food served to me was a shock & while placing the egg which had slipped off one potato Rosti I was still very much unable to make my meal attractive in anyway so I asked for another plate to Re plate & attempted to make my meal more presentable.. my regret is that I ate any of it at all but being polite you try not to spoil anymore the occasion for others .. There was no other cooked meal that went passed that I would go back for being a foodie although mine was the worst that we saw however some of the cabinet food which you can see & looked fresh & appetising.. Staff were polite & atmosphere very pleasant # Picture posted is of my smoked fish eggs Benedict after I had replaced one egg without success of looking appetising..

We had the BEST lunch today. The salads are next level, and the menu is varied and everything sounds great. Allpress coffee of course. The new premises are spacious and fresh and the staff are friendly and efficient. What more could one want? We'll make this our regular from now on. Wendy & Victor

Great pies and pastries. We tried the creamy paua and the steak and cheese, both were really good. We also had the pistachios mini croissants, a very filling lunch. Will definitely visit again.

Had high hopes, arrive at 830am. Ordered mince and cheese pie and a scallops and prawn Mince filling and texture was excellent 5/5, unfortunately warm and uncomfortable to eat. Scallop and prawn was horrible and potato texture was sandy, very fishy and stale unedible, could not have more than a mouth fill , felt as if it had been in pie warmer for days. Pastry on top was excellent and nice base. A big selection of pies.. Very sad start of the morning

Now, first time here. Came before of the many good reviews. So the likes, their was a line waiting, a lot of pies to chose from, didn’t have to wait, the pie that I chose today was a CREAMY PAUA and mocha coffee.

There is a queue, but it get to my turns pretty quick, the staff are working fast! Pie is good, hot and smells good when I bought it. Taste good as well! The size of the pie is a little bigger than the pies i got from other places.

Found this beautiful pie place, and tried their wagyu red curry pie 🥧the size of pie was big, they do have a a large variety of pie, you can always go for regular ones like mince and cheese and they are phenomenal as well… once you enter the shop you’ll be greeted with number of awards frame on wall, and giving you a brief idea that the pie are gonna be better…i tried some sweet delicacy like pistachio filled donut but sadly it was too cold and i couldn’t taste it any better…

I was quite disappointed with my recent experience. The food served was not adequately warm, which was unexpected considering I spent around $60. When I brought this to the attention of the sales assistant, the food was simply reheated but still not sufficiently hot. For the price and standard expected, the quality and service were below expectations. I hope the management can look into maintaining better consistency in food temperature and customer service.

Came here on the hunt for creamed paua pie and ended up getting other foods. In the end got the creamed paua, venison Guinness cheese pie and blueberry tart. All 3 pies were so damn good, pastry nice and flaky, the venison was filling and the paua was creamy but not much filling. Can understand why though with the price /kg for paua. The place is pricey as whole so don't expect to spend cheap but the reward is getting premium tasting pies so didn't mind to spend it just to try it. It's not pies you'd eat regularly like a steak n cheese, this bakery is more for an experience. They had a lobster pie which I completely forgot about and was the other reason why I wanted to come here but that pie is $22! Would have to come back next time when I'm rich to try it. Overall a pretty kool experience eating pies you don't usually find everyday. Recommended, but don't be surprised by how pricey it is

Not as expected. Normally Asian type of bread will be very soft, fluffy but their bread seems had been sitting on the shelf for few days. Bought 6 bun and 4 of them end up in the bin. And price wise also more expensive than the others like la couronne, classic bakehouse or welldone bakery.

Coffee bun, pineapple bun and lapis legit are my top 3. Feels like home when I’m eating them. Saturday delivery is a bonus!! Highly recommend Barby’s bakery :)

got variety of breads and cookies, affordable price for student like me friendly staff and nice coffee. very recommended for you who always craving for snack when or after studying

Fantastic array of mouthwatering treats some sweet, some savory but oh so delicious, great atmosphere brilliant service and good people. Try it you won't be disappointed

My kids love the mini rainbow steam sponge cakes. Fluffy and soft, perfect choice for afternoon tea!

Good selection of baked goods and very helpful staff. I ordered the mini donuts which both looked and tasted great.

Good quality bakery. We liked the japanese cheesecake. Well presented shop, extremely clean and great service.

Pre-ordered a box of dubai chocolate cookies, so I thought I might as well pre-order an assorted box, too. 1st time trying it, omg 😍🤤😋. Soooo good. I picked up my pre-order yesterday and while I was there, got 2 lots of 3 cookies bag for my friends. We all enjoyed the variety of tastes, perfection, real bakers delight 😊. Cute little shop, nice bright welcoming decor and friendly staff. Parking spots in front of store, many thanks 🙂

Yummy cookie pies, always very popular amongst friends and colleagues! Just want to try all the flavours! They have spacious seating too. Happy place!

I have been here several times 🙈 & the customer service & premises have been immaculate 🥰 Today I tried the Tiramisu cookie pie, it was delightful with just a subtle hint of coffee. The cream filling was light, not too sweet & melt in ya mouth. The Biscoff hot chocolate took me to another level! Would def def get that again. Moustache in Manukau is now open until 10pm! Perfect for when you are craving that sweetie fix at 9:45pm 😁

When we arrived, there were a few people in-store, and it seemed to be a busy place, though most customers were picking up takeout. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience here! The cookie pies were delicious—soft and gooey. We tried the Nutella, Cookies and Cream, Caramilk, and Biscoff flavours, and my favorite was definitely the Biscoff. The service was excellent, and the staff were incredibly welcoming.

Always saw this online, wanted to order online but didn't. Finally made the trip to go In store and OMG the cookie pies were delicious! Highly recommend. My son loved his cookie too. They were nice and warm an just melted in my mouth yum! Got a milkshake, was a little sweet for me, but was still delicious. Will definitely make another trip to buy in store again

Celebrated our boy finishing his apprenticeship. Ordered mid morning Thursday and was delivered Friday morning all the way to Whakatane! Top work guys. AND tasted so flippen good 💯 Giant caramel cookie pie

Found a hair baked into my crème brûlée cookie 🤢 purchased from the Manukau store. Messaged repeatedly to try to resolve but never heard a thing. Not sure I will purchase again.

Always loved Doe Donuts. Coolest branding, best flavours and nicest owners. Picked up 15 today for a client meeting and the clients loved them. They did a special hot cross bun flavour for Easter a few years back and it was amazing too.

Alas, things have changed since my review below as Doe has new owners. The monthly specials do not seem to change online anymore and the DOE Points program seems to have been suspended (picture). Passing by the Grey Lynn location doesn't work well anymore, because they are sold out early. I love pistachio, so thought I'd try the Pistachio Bliss. The donut was nice enough as an ordinary donut, but there was no taste of pistachio. The green filling was more of a custard, without any significant taste to it. What I got was not what is advertised (pictures) So, the jury is out. I will try again in a few months, hoping that things are better. Gourmet donuts, filled with fresh high quality ingredients that are a treat to eat. Monthly specials bring variation across the year. The owners and staff are friendly and offer great service. Look online and visit one of their two locations. You won't be disappointed!

The Tiramisu donut was epic, best donut I've had for ages! Lovely place, great service and friendly staff, nice vibe and the music was 🔥 highly recommended - I'll be back!

Got donuts delivered years ago and the pinky bar donut had grainy caramel and the chocolate ‘ganache’ topping tasted very compound chocolate-like. The bread was nice though. I honestly can’t remember what other flavours I ordered because I only cared about the pinky bar donut, but they must’ve tasted ok. Nothing too memorable

Believe the hype about this place. While it's far out of the way for me, I made the trek in to get some donuts. I probably went a bit too late (it was around noon) but they still had some good ones left. I got two donuts to share: tropical and caramilk. I had half of each and enjoyed them both (though they were a bit messy). The actual dough is quite nice compared to the cheaper donuts you would get elsewhere, so I'd say they're worth the cost. The staff in the store were friendly.

These are donuts made for people who love donuts, by people who love donuts. The FLAVOURS. THE TOPPINGS. THE SIZE. They do not skimp on anything. Often when eating a donut, I am happy with the flavour but wish it had more of the filling, or more of the topping or icing - this is not the case with Doe. They properly fill with delicious flavours and textures, and toppings that are not just visually pretty but delicious. The flavours are creative and not limited to just “classic” donut flavours. Some of my favourites are lemon meringue, key lime pie, pavlova, pinky, s’mores, passionfruit, strawberries & cream, Black Forest, white chocolate raspberry (I could go on and on and on….) I have yet to try one I didn’t like, and I am keen to keep trying them all. These aren’t just thrown together and dished out. You can tell the flavours are carefully planned and each donut artfully put together so that it looks as good as it tastes (which is amazing.) I’ve been going to Doe since shortly after opening in Grey Lynn and I’ve talked so much about them, that my friends halfway across the world knew it would be a perfect birthday gift to surprise me with last year. I was over the moon! Doe is, without a doubt, my favourite donut shop in Auckland! If you like donuts and haven’t tried yet, you simply must as soon as possible. You might think they’re a bit more expensive than other donuts, but when you try them you’ll see where that money goes and that it’s well spent. Trust me, you’ll be glad.

Unfortunately there are new owners here and these are not the same Doe Doughnuts they used to be. Same price but reduced in size. I will say, the taste was ok. The store tidiness and cleanliness is a concern.

Small but beautiful shop. Very Japanese-style service, gentle and comfortable. Desserts and breads embody Japanese delicacy and sophistication. The fruit swiss roll is great, but the chicken sandwich is even more amazing, the skin is crispy and fragrant, and the chicken is juicy and delicious. Parking at the door is unlikely, usually I park on Saint Benedicts Street.

Great product and great service! Had cream puff, strawberry parfait, fruit tart, and earl gray melon bun. All of them are delicious. Melon bun has bread baked using water roux method. Texture is fluffy. Flour aroma is pronounced. Worth every penny.

A hidden gem, perfect for snacking! My absolute favourite and the one thing I always come back for time and time again is the curry bun! A must try, and would absolutely recommend. It's got a chewy, fried donut kinda texture with with the added crunch from the breadcrumbs, filled with a super flavourful curry flavoured beef mince on the inside. There's also the vegetarian option which, to be perfectly honest, is somehow just as great. The only downside is the coffee, sorry team. :/

Authentic Japanese bakery with a great selection of breakfast and lunch menu. I love the curry bun, it is $6.5, super flavorful and fresh. I also love the cheese cake, it did creamy and soft 🥰

Very nice Japanese Sando-ich, the bread is so soft and the katsu was crispy and flavourful. The best for me was the Spicy Katsu. There are lots of other bread and baked goods to choose from and all looks good

First time there, there was no eat in option today which was a shame. Ordered a pork katsu sandwich 🥪, it was alright. Bread was light and mildly buttery, the thick piece of pork was cooked consistently, however it lacked more flavour and crispiness that you want from a Japanese styled katsu sandwich.

Japanese style cafe. Reminded me of Japan. Small, tidy, and quiet cafe. Food was quite authentic. Sando was good. Matcha latte was nice as well. Tiramisu was yum. Would love to try their lunch, but it seems they only have limited number of it.

I went here for breakfast today and it was super packed. Luckily, I only had to queue for about 20 minutes, which seemed reasonable for a Saturday. I ordered the banana pastry and the maple glaze monkey bread—both were flaky, buttery, and absolutely delicious. Unfortunately, the iced matcha latte was the downside of my experience. While the flavor was good, the cup was about 3/4 filled with ice (as shown in my photo), and the actual drink was gone in just a few sips. It felt like a total rip-off and left me quite disappointed. Overall, great pastries but the iced drinks could use less ice! I’d give it 3.5 stars if I could.

Prepare yourself, this place gets busy, but for a completely understandable reason 💖 This cafe is BRILLIANT. There is a cabinet filled with some of the most gorgeous pastries that are consistently being restocked through the morning. My partner and I shared the pistachio croissant, black sesame croissant and the focaccia Reuben sandwich. Each of these were toasted and filled to the brim with their respective fillings. For the amount of orders ahead of us our order came relatively fast **cheers to the hardworking barista ✨ Their coffee was easy and smooth and their earl grey matcha was delightful (as opposed to a different review, I would say my matcha came with the perfect amount of ice) We will most certainly be back! - Note: there is limited indoor seating but plenty of areas to perch on outside

@theaucklandbuzz (insta and TikTok) Follow us for more such reviews. If you like amazing croissants go visit Mibo. The best pistachio croissants and Almonds croissants. Bunch of savory option also available with cold and hot drinks. Other cafes make almond croissants but they not even close to this place in taste. My ratting 4.8/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

One of our favourite, go-to spots in the city! It's always super busy whenever we go, so we often have to queue for a while and finding a free table can be a challenge, but for us it's still worth the wait and visit. Highly recommend the corn jalapeño pastry and the black sesame croissant in particular!

I have a love/hate relationship with the bacon and egg bap. Crappy bacon, egg yolk everywhere, crumbly bun. Not at Mibu. It was perfect. Brioche bun, perfectly scrambled egg and amazing chutney. And great coffee. Super fast and friendly service. Highly recommend.

Im a regular here and the pastries are always on point! They chnage it up quite often so great variety. I often find the coffee, especially the iced, kind of weak so always get an extra shot. Service is fine but the vibes of the place are great. Cool interior and decor.

One of the best cafes in Commercial bay. I have taken away 1 point as there is always room for improvement but my fav place to go to.

My first pastry here was macha croissant. I finished it straight away and went back into again and got almond croissant that much tasty and very crunchy outside especially if you get early in the morning. (I visited second time was just before about to close) stuff are so friendly too

I've been here a couple of times, and I must say it's becoming one of my favorite bakery in auckland. The Croissant is flaky and fluffy yet moist. I didn't even realize they were plant based till later. My mind was blown on how delicious and buttery their pastry are! Highly recommend this gem. Not to mention great and memorable service.

Cosy warm welcoming light pastry plant based food cafe oat almond milk plus ..

The croissants age truly to die for. The best quality vegan croissants I've had, even rivaling things I've tried over in Paris. Such a great range of interesting pastries and could easily eat everything on the menu! It's a definite must-go-to stop when passing through Auckland!!

Vegan pastries? Could never complain. The raspberry danish was great, thank you!

Maison Des Lys is by far the best food spot in Auckland Central. Their pastries have incredible flavour, are expertly made and impeccably presented. Their price point is extremely reasonable for the quality of food and coffee, and being open for two days only adds to the hype! 1000% recommend that anyone and everyone gives it a go. My non vegan partner absolutely loved everything and thought it well exceeded any other vegan pastries and even regular pastries that he’s tried! 🤎🤎

Have been a massive fan of these guys for 2 years now, since they started out at The Shed Collective market! The BEST French pastries in Auckland and the best part is that everything is vegan. The croissants are exactly how I remember them tasting before going vegan (possibly even better as they don't leave you with a sickly heavy feeling) and the sweets are delicious.

This popular bakery has a great variety of breads and pastries. Unfortunately it is Remuera pricing so be prepared. $35.40 for the selection in the photo. A spinach quiche, a pear Danish and two medium hot drinks (one half drunk 😉).

Such a cute bakery with everything you could want coffee, fresh bread, deli foods or a sweet treat. The customer service was a 10/10 even playing music we recommended. Staff was friendly and efficient I couldn’t recommend this cafe more!

The cafe is so pretentious and overrated. Knew someone who worked there and was told that they were underpaid whilst working there?!! Like c'mon, this is Remuera and all their food that they served were typical Remuera pricing. The boss is rude to their workers but the husband is quite sweet. The food is bland, the overuse of icing sugar on the almond croissants does not do s*** but the bread is decent. However, I would not go back for the whole experience. Such a shame...

Remuera's best bakery. Great bread. Rye bread on Saturday. They'll slice for you. Expect lots of choices here.

Beautiful service and pastry. Berry Brioche and Apple Turnover were TOP!

The most pretentious cafe for miles around. The lady that owns the place is rude to her staff and had clearly never worked in hospitality before being given the store. The coffee is bland, the pastries are plain and overpriced. The garlic bread was the worst I’ve ever had, it felt like the whole thing was stored in oil overnight. And my god, the music. This place is just a terrible experience all round, avoid at all costs.

One of the better cafe's I've been to. Their Almond croissant is just divine.

Could have chosen any of these as the selection is quite unique. However, I chose these two. - Belgian chocolate custard 7.5/10 Sort of tasted and had consistency of a chocolate yogurt, not as sweet as what I had in mind. Donut was still so fresh, and I brought this at 3 pm. - Vanilla peanut custard 8/10 Mellow peanut through the vanilla, an also really fresh, custard this was my favorite out of the two.

🍩 Grownup Donuts Auckland currently has four branches located in the CBD, North Shore, West Auckland, and South Auckland. Today, we're visiting the West Auckland branch 🏠 44 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson, Auckland 0612 The display window showcases a wide variety of flavors for you to choose from! Our donuts are filled with luscious caramel, and with each bite, you'll experience a delightful blend of guilty pleasure and ultimate sweetness. But the best way to enjoy them is with a cup of coffee! The combination is simply perfect. If you're a fan of donuts and happen to be in Auckland, you must come and give them a try!

Lovely service and yummy filled donuts. Lots of sugar so definitely a treat.

One of my favourite doughnut places, if only they have one closer to home! Plenty of different flavour options but you can't beat a vanilla custard, although the passionfruit curd comes a close second. The doughnut is light and fluffy and not overly sweet, even with a sweet filling. Highly recommend!

Grownup Donuts is a neat little spot to source delicious sweet donut treats in the Henderson area. The donuts are always fresh, made with very high quality ingredients, and are perfect as a snack, dessert or to enjoy alongside your favorite hot beverage after a long day. There's a wide variety of flavours to choose from and the fillings and toppings are generous. These really hit the spot and are so delicious that one is never enough. My personal favorites include the Belgian Chocolate flavour donuts, the Butterscotch flavour donuts, and Lemon curd flavour donuts. Treat yourself to some Grownup Donuts, you won't regret it. Yumyum! 5/5 Stars!

My first time visiting the Henderson and it exceeded all expectations. Grownup Donuts use no artificial ingredients and you can taste the difference, literally so light and fluffy. I went for the vanilla custard and can hand on heart say I’ve never had a donut that good. There were three vegan options which seemed really popular with other customers, highly recommend trying. James Ashwin

Located in the corner near the bedpost, there you can find a new donut crave in the north shore community. Donut taste so good, the fluffiness is just perfect, like how the korean fried donuts are. If you’re looking for something new and freshly baked goodies, this is something you should look up for.

Ordered cupcakes for a friend in the hospital and Brian nicely gave me these 2 cupcakes to try. I love that the Double Chocolate cupcake was not overly sweet and it’s dark chocolate too which i truly love. The Matcha Christmas cupcake was surprisingly complementing with the strawberry jam. Can’t wait to have them again! 🤤 Great service and yummy cupcakes! Highly recommend!

This is a cute little cake and flowers shop. They have a large variety of cakes and cupcakes. Although the day I visited the shop there was nothing much left but that was on me because I visited just half an hour before the shop closes and that too on a weekend! So, everything was pretty much sold out. I bought two of their cupcakes, one was rose & pistachio and the other one was vanilla & raspberry. Let me tell you both were awesome! You could literally taste the rose and the pistachios and the same with the other one. Their hot chocolate was also decent. A must try place.

Just came through and their cupcakes are amazing, I love how subtle the flavour is of the icing … not too overpowering. It’s definitely very filling and the service was great too! Had a great convo and would I definitely come back.

We ordered a delicious strawberry and vanilla cake for a birthday! Beautiful and moist cake with lovely icing! Not too sweet either! Can't wait to try all the other flavours.

Thank you for the delicious cakes. We have ordered a few times before. They were all super good. It's sad to see the good-bye notice when I am about to order another. All the best in your new journey.

Love this place for a 'pick me up treat' for my preteen daughters, and their friends! High quality ingredients, delicious interesting flavours all presented with wonderful customer service☺️❣️ Brian has the best customer service with my daughters. They chat and share their mutual love of beautiful cakes, macaroons, and arranging the colours to look "rainbow 🌈 ordered" in their pretty box. 🎁

This Bakery caters for all occasions! My go to sugar rush fix. My favoured products are the 18 assorted flavoured maccarons and 12 assorted flavoured cup cakes. I’m salivating as I write each delectable morsel is flavoured, created and packaged to perfection. Once tasted that feel good feeling is satisfied. Relocated to Williamson Ave Ponsonby an amazingly sophisticated larger space with the most amazing customer service, online ordering available. Most Definitely “WORTH” the work out later!

Stopped into this little gem for breakfast. Been a while since I was here last. I ordered a small flat white, small caramel slice and a steak and cheese toastie. 5/5 for the toastie. The cheese really made it pack a flavourful punch! 5/5 for the coffee. More coffee flavour than milk. Exactly how it should taste. A lot of baristas put too much milk. 5/5 for the caramel slice. Not too sweet. Well balanced. It was worth the stop. Friendly efficient staff and steady flow of patronage. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Little bit expensive but popular for a reason! The steak and mushroom pie was on the saltier side, structurally it was quite soft too, but still good! Store has touch screen for quick and easy ordering~

Not Quite the Mince & Cheese Pie I Hoped For! I recently tried the mince and cheese pie but it fell a bit short. The pastry was lovely and the top had that nice golden crunch, but the filling was mostly a thick, jelly-like gravy with barely any mince to be found. Same issue with the steak pie but i thought i would try another pie incase it was a one off.

I visited pre 9am on a weekday and there was a little queue but the food arrived quickly. I ordered the eggs Benedict sandwich which can be served fresh or heated, so I opted for heated. It tasted good and was pretty reasonably priced.

This spot is so cool. The sandwiches looked very tasty (and different to your usual one). Got the Steak and Cheese pie ($6.50) and it was just delicious. No fake gravy flavour, flaky, meaty! Exactly what I was craving. Will be back! Ps: their donuts looked amazing too

Super little spot! Simple food made really well and a really well & efficiently run spot. It was super busy but I still got my food before I even sat down! I had a sandwich and it was really tasty. And quite affordable too. I will def be back! Love the branding and styling of the place too, it's great!

Very cool little spot. Food and coffee are excellent

We always enjoyed The Caker cakes, so we asked The Caker to make our wedding cake too and as usual, it didn't disappoint us! Picking the 3 flavours for our 3-tiered wedding cake was the most difficult part! Thank you for catering all our dietary requirements of our guests, no one missed out, whether they were vegan or gluten free. Thanks again for all your work!

I was gifted a cake kit and have been hooked ever since. Their cake kits are absolutely amazing and have never failed me. I've tried almost all of their cake kits (haven't tried the new banana one yet). Recently ordered a black forest cake for a birthday and picked it up from the store. Beautiful cake, was a bit on the dense side but still a fantastic cake. None of the cakes have ever been overly sweet, always balanced just right. Highly recommend getting their cake kits and trying a few of their cakes. Will definitely be buying more cake kits soon!

Beautiful cake for my son’s birthday. Price was good. Got the chocolate banana one. Not as sweet as I would like it. But these cakes are way better than super market cakes. I think the texture is great for birthday and wedding cakes. Not like 5 star restaurant dessert cakes. But beats all other kinds of cakes. Service: 4/5 Cake Quality: 4/5 Cake Quantity: 4/5 Presentation: 5/5 Price for one: $80-$120

Best Espresso Cake I have ever had in my life 😍 Must try !!! I got wrong cake by mistake but staff ( Ellen ) was really good. They gave another cake as a complimentary. Really appreciate it !!!

My wedding cake banquet was absolutely delicious and looked amazing. I didn’t give too much of a brief as to what I wanted because when people who work magic are left to have creative licence over what they do best it is always bound to turn out epic. When I collected the cakes the person at the front desk was so joyful & I was so thrilled with how it looked I don’t know who had the bigger smile! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for adding to our big day in so many ways. Our guests raved about the cakes too.

OMG ordered a cake from here for my own birthday and it was absolutely DeLish. This lemon and raspberry cake was to die for as it was sooo yummmmmyyy and decorated so gorgeously. I would highly recommend this place and definitely will order from here again to try other flavours.

Its pretty dam fabulous! Have ordered a number of times from The Caker and it never disappoints. We could not even tell the difference between the gluten free and non gluten free cakes. So delicious, there was barely any left overs! You won't be disappointed - just remember to go for their decorations though, as it just tops off the look!

Delicious food and coffee. Excellent service and nice welcoming environment. Just let down by a croissant, which I had high expectations for. Sat morning.

Wow! The best pie ever! We had beef pie and chicken pie 🥧 the fillings were fresh and tasty! The staff were friendly and attentive. The cafe is opposite to the playground - great for everyone including family with small kids.

enjoyed brunch on a Saturday noon, the atmosphere is good, and its always crowded yet easy to find a place to sit, the parking could be a messy affair at the back on NW or off street carparks.. speaking of food it stands out for good quality and good service by the staff.

My boyfriend said that the pastries and the food were amazing, unfortunately I couldn’t try the pastries since I’m vegan but I asked if they could make anything vegan and they made this delicious pumpkin, peas and avocado. Would be amazing if they could make some vegan pastries but I understand that it is harder/expensive. We recommend this place!

I'm a regular here. Their food and service never disappoint us. Their coffee is excellent and they offer a wide selection of baked goods. I recommend chicken&leek pie (for me it's the best pie in Auckland), chicken & avo baguette sandwich.

Love this place. Friendly and attentive staff. Great selection of food, coffee and desserts.

We ordered a Croque Monsieur, Croque Madame, spicy chai latte, cappuccino, and an almond croissant. The chai latte had a hint of ginger — it was tasty. The almond croissant was crisped in the oven, unlike most cafés where it's just served on a plate. We bought a lemon meringue for our tea break. We'll definitely go back again.

Wonderful fresh Israeli street food. Made with love and generosity. Thanks for sharing this despite the constant hatred and abuse that you get from obscure people that claim authority on foods. I'll always support kind people, great food and love. Keep shining team.

Had the best falafel here, they are very generous with the meal size and the flavours are great. The music here is sooo good - forgot to ask about the playlist haha. Happy 4th anniversary!

Fantastic experience at Carmel Israeli! ❤️ Loved the Falafel Pita & Salad, Mocha had a unique yummy taste, and the pistachio cruffin was mouth-watering. Highly recommend!

One the best falafel’s I’ve had in New Zealand. Such an amazing place. Do try their desserts too. But falafels are to die for. Must visit place in Auckland.

First time here and what an experience. Great vibes, good people and don't let me start about the food, fresh, tasty and even have spicy options 🌶🌶. And if you wandered there is also hot drinks and the deserts are sooooo authentic. Thank you Carmel & Tomer for a first and definitely not last experience 🥳😍 the photo is what was left to take home😇

The falafel was very crispy, and the cashier was especially nice. Knowing it was our first visit, he encouraged us to try more different combinations and taste a variety of dishes.

My favorite place in Auckland for lunch! Tasty, delicious food and amazing service! They’re always generous and kind, and sometimes they’ve even given us something for free. 100/100

Absolutely high-quality delicious savoury food. A gem in Onehunga. Kudos to the baker. Sat 11pm.

Onehunga is quickly becoming 'more than your average food' suburb. Stroll along Onehunga mall and you'll see lots of great options to choose from. The pho was bold and beef was generously given. The noodles had a bite and not mushy. The banh mi was served in a crispy french style bread. Pork was tasty and slightly smokey.

Like I was entering back in time 1960..Loved it.. Very welcoming Pancake and muffin yummy heaps of cream Green tea 4 cups.in tpot Will go back when Im in Onehunga

The barista rolled his eyes at me. I had no idea how I annoyed him when I hadn’t even spoken to him. So what if the coffee tastes good? I won’t patronize this place again. But the waitresses were all very nice.

I dropped into Mr. T's for coffee recently. Lots of customers were there at 9.30 am on a Saturday which gave me the impression they were regular visitors. The trim flat white was good. Definitely going back. I didn't have food. Will rate next time.

Ordered Bahn mi $17 + med flat white $5.50. The bun was warm & crispy & it was tasty but not mind blowing like I thought it might do for that price. If you don't like chilli make sure to tell them as I wasn't asked & chilli was included which I can handle btw. Atmosphere was beautiful for 9.30 Sat morning & not too busy. Only waited 10 mins for food & service was great. Had coffee in about 3 mins & it was great. The bahn mi is pricey and I won't return in a hurry to pay that price for one but you pay more for good quality which they definitely deliver on.

The Pho soup tasted very meaty, long hour slow cooked stock. Bánh Mì Thịt Nướng was full of flavor, well balanced between different vegetable and grilled pork. The place is very close to Dressmart. When you are here for shopping, don't miss this one.

We got the most amazing cake for our wedding! The team were so wonderful to deal with straight from the beginning. We had a cake tasting and showed a few inspiration pictures of our dream wedding cake, and when we saw it on the day it was exactly what we wanted! The cake flavours itself were fantastic - we had so many guests comment on how delicious each flavours was. (The raspberry chocolate tier was definitely a favourite!) Would highly recommend Sweet Bites Cakes for any occasion!

This is the third time we ordered cakes from this shop and each cake is a masterpiece and a work of art. Recently had an anime and Japan travel themed set of cakes and desserts curated by Sweet Bites Cakes for a 40th birthday celebration. The cakes and cupcakes were very detailed, and tasted just as well as they looked. Customer service is also top notch, they are a breeze to work with. They worked with our ideas and brought our vision to life. All our guests were very impressed! Thank you.

This is my second time ordering from them and each time, the cakes turn out lovely and delish! Also very good communication from start to finish. For my birthday, I wanted an elegant red cake and blossoms, as well as vegan cupcakes and cake pops to create the perfect dessert table. The delivery was on time, they've even kindly placed all cakes and sweets on the stands and it looked so lovely. The guests have really enjoyed the sweet treats. Thank you so much to the staff and bakers! From a very happy birthday girl!

We love Sweet Bites and highly recommend them for any celebration you might have! Our wedding cake and now our gender reveal cake both came from here and were stunning, delicious and the highest quality 🥰 The team and so easy to work with and the raspberry chocolate is second to none!

We got the best cake for our wedding! Everyone was so easy to deal with, made the process so smooth - we went in with very little idea of what we wanted, and they guided us through so easily. They also make the most DELICIOUS cakes - all of our guests were raving about it. We will be back to buy cupcakes for sure!

Sweet bites were very accomodating with our wedding cake and did an amazing job despite a couple small changes near the end. Cake itself was amazing you couldn't help but squeeze in a couple pieces even when you we're full, would recommend!

We have just picked up the most amazing custom cake for our daughter's 18th! Right from the start when I messaged with a picture and enquiry, the communication was great and genuine enthusiasm to be able to recreate our dream 18th cake for a small family celebration. We are so thrilled with how it looks, better than we ever imagined. Thankyou so much for making the process so easy, we will definitely be back!

So good!! Just diagnosed with Coeliac so my friend bought me here. Got a gf donut. Maybe the best donut I’ve ever had. Also got a latte that was really good. Something to note is it has really minimal seating.

My go to spot in Rosedale, I usually pop in for a coffee or a matcha, and my partner a chai latte. I love popping in on the off chance, that I'm in the area. The service is always so good and so friendly, no awkward silences! ....Wow honestly, I don't know how I stayed away from temptation so long. It's kind of overwhelming, trying to decide what to order; when everything in the cabinet looks this drool worthy. You can tell that everything is baked with passion and love! From the donuts to the slices, the savoury pie warmer too! There's plenty of variety, if you want savoury or sweet, they've got all your options covered. If you're as indecisive as me however, you'll be umming your way through your order. But it's worth it! If you're looking for a sweet/savoury treat, pick me up and a caffeine hit. Wen & Yen is your go to! Personal recommendation: Try the chai or the matcha with coconut milk.

Coeliac friendly food. Sweet treats and pies are great. Change up the flavors regularly so good variety. Great treat after a game of footy! Range of normal baked foods as well. Coffee is some of the best I've had!

First time here to try it out and was not disappointed. Steak and Cheese pie was amazing. Tender, juicy steak pieces and the cheese added that extra flavour to it. The Cookies and Cream, Caramel Slice and Caramilk Tart were delicious. Not too sweet, not too bland. The fact that it’s also Gluten Free is an added bonus for those with intolerances or Coeliac. Favourite was definitely the Caramel Slice. Reminds me of a giant Toffee Pop. Glad to have made the trip from Hamilton and will do so again. (Sorry, no photos of the pie as I had already eaten it beforehand.) Edit: Just realised that the photos didn’t load at the time so have now added the slices and the crumble.

If you find yourself searching for a shop helping with food for those with dietary restrictions and you need gluten free donuts 🍩 or a pie 🥧 and more, then you’ll find this little shop to be quite a place for it. Excellent food and very good coffee ☕️ with parking right in front makes it a really good and easy meeting spot.

Found this gem today and got three of their gluten free goodies. They were supreme. Such excitement (as a coeliac on strict gluten free diet) to explore the sheer variety and then actually eating the excellent TREATS. If you’re reading this, do yourself a favour and try them.

Great stuff guys! Got the steak and cheese pie and it absolutely bangs, got a donut and it absolutely bangs. Last but not least I got a coffee with Carmel init, it absolutely bangs. Overall I'd say this place bangs. 10/10 recommend. Great stuff guys! Last bite of my pie. Absolutely bangs.

Ordered a birthday cake from Sweet and Me for our Grandfathers 90th. Fast and efficient email correspondence to organise the cake details, friendly service and communication, great price for quality and quantity, AND most importantly - tasted amazing!!! Will definitely be ordering future cakes through sweet and me!

Secret find! Awards on the wall! PARKING - if full out front, pull into driveway beside it! The most amazing fresh baking coming out of the kitchen! Still on baking trays! Coffee was great. Nice cabinet, full of lovely items. Different things like Coconut buns & Pie, still in baking trays. Best was the Pineapple Meringue PIE Cake. I got a 2nd! Strawberry Banana cake! They have one large bench seat table & outdoor area to dine in. Highly recommended

Seems like this place is going to pick up service quite fast, such delicious dishes! Nice to see our people making moves into their own businesses. Fijian Family business and they have taken these lovely pacific dishes and put a very yummy modern twist to it!! Yummy coffee too! Thank you Salu and Bertrand you guys have got a beautiful gem here! May god bring prosperity to your business and a blessing to you and your family!

First time here, I ordered a brownie box off their I.G page. Unbelievable brownies!!👌 All of them were so delicious with feijoa being my favourite!💯 The service was amazing and friendly. Yummy cabinet treats on offer!

We came in today and had a great experience - we got the coconut buns that were amazing and just like how our mum remembers them from Samoa. We also got the coconut cream cake, pineapple coconut pie, coconut creme brûlée and were lucky enough to be gifted some bread and butter pudding. Everything was amazing but the bread and butter pudding was absolutely incredible! Further to this, the staff are the best! Super friendly and humble and really welcoming. Can’t wait to come back!

Tried this place on Saturday morning to try the pineapple pie cake! The place was quite busy but had a huge and really great range of cabinet foods and everyone who served / interacted with us from the cafe was so lovely and smiley and friendly and you could really tell they cared about their customers 🥰 We got the pineapple pie cake and it was a really generous slice and tasted similar to a lemon meringue cake but the pineapple filling was really yum and the meringue on top was super delicious too! We didn’t hear our order get called out and the owner / staff came out to give us our order and to apologise for the delay (when it was really our fault!) and had a little chat with us too, which was probably the friendliest interaction I’ve ever had at a cafe and I was really impressed that all the staff were so warm and caring to their customers even though they were very busy. We can’t wait to come back to try other items in the cabinet and want to say thank you for making our Saturday morning 🥰 cannot recommend enough!

Sweet and Me is my absolute favourite place to get desserts and coffee. Every item is made from scratch right down to the garnishes put on at the last minute. So much thought has gone in to these recipes. The coconut cream pie and pineapple pie are my favourites. The staff are so welcoming too, I just wish I lived closer lol

Pandoro Panetteria is a gem of a local bakery! Their selection is incredible, with something to satisfy every craving, and the prices are super reasonable. The real standout? Their croissants—perfectly golden, buttery, and flaky. Easily some of the best baked goods I’ve ever had!

Happened to be passing by this shop on one of my walking tours of Auckland CBD and decided to grab something to eat at the hotel when I got back. Picked up a Vanilla Melting cookie and it is heaven! Not too sweet. Also grabbed a Cheese Roll - bread with cheese inside. The lady told me to warm it up to eat and she was right! Savory and fresh. I wish I would have grabbed some other items while I was there. I would definitely stop again if up that way. Nice, friendly young man working the counter.

I've been coming here decades. The food has always been great but in recent years the chicken isn't always fully cooked (pink and red patches in the chicken) and some of the cakes are old and dried out. When I mentioned it to one of the staff today she just looked embarrassed and said sorry - no offer of a refund or a replacement cake. Disappointing to see standards slip. Most of the staff are lovely but there is one very sour woman working there who doesn't do the business any favours.

Very friendly girl at the register who made some great recommendations when we came by on a Sunday afternoon just before closing. They have a lot of options for pies and sandwiches and will even grill press them if you ask. Great pricing for the quantity and quality.

Toasted and butter scones are my favourite!

Had the Bacon Bap while I was in town on a vacation from outside the country. The single best tasting sandwich I have ever eaten in my life. The bacon, eggs, and bread made such a perfect match, it is not an exaggeration to say I had tears in my eyes. It was so good that, despite the tight schedule I had on my last day in town, I made a special trip out just to eat it again. Brilliant.

Recently visited Pandoro Panetteria in Parnell, and I must say, it was a delightful experience! This bakery truly captures the essence of a good bakery and offers a wide range of delicious treats that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. The moment I stepped into the bakery, I was greeted with the warm and inviting aroma of freshly baked bread and pastries. The display case was a feast for the eyes, showcasing an array of beautifully crafted cakes, pastries, and pies. It was evident that the bakers here take great pride in their creations. However, I need to mention that it's not a truly authentic Italian bakery, more of a glorified New Zealand bakery. Steak pie was average with chewy meat, mince pie just fell apart but was 8/10.

Best cookies ever! It never lasts long in the house - everyone loves it and it’s so addictive. Such a quick and easy, convenient way to bake and satisfy your cookie cravings. It’s homemade and not too sweet at all - definitely a way better option than most cookies. Highly recommended! My favourite to bake is the choc chip, and I like to eat the Oreo flavour directly with the spoon.

THE best cookie dough you’ll get your hands on! It never quite makes it to the oven, so I can’t vouch for actual cookies, but the dough is such a treat. Would make the loveliest gift too! Cookie Dough Collective is a must try if haven’t already!

Absolutely delicious cookie dough, it’s hard to not eat it all before getting it in the oven! Such a friendly and helpful business.

So good eating straight from the tub! Lucky we had some left to bake. Super quick and easy. The choc chunk paired nicely with a cold glass of blue top 👌

This has to be my favourite kiwi owned initiative this year. I can't recommend this business enough, I have told everyone and they all jumped on and frantically purchased some. I wished I had ordered more, when the next stock was released I missed out as it sold out quickly. Can't wait for the next stock take!

Yum yum yum!!! I love the Cookie Dough Katie makes. Eating it straight from the spoon or baking it, wow so delicious the whole family loved it. Thanks, I highly recommend giving the Cookie Dough Collective a go!

Great tasting cookie dough and just as good baked! Cute packaging too! Will be ordering again!