The cafe is surrounded by plants and trees. It's located across the street from the main gardens,…read moreor Tropical House and Fernery. The patio is perfect with tables and umbrellas. The dining room is somewhat formal with white tablecloths. It is spacious for a luncheon cafe. Come nicely dressed. You can have breakfast and lunch here. This venue can also be rented for special occasions. The menus have a variety of better, healthy foods. GF breads are included. The kids menu selection looks delicious.

Way back when in 2015 we visited this garden outside Auckland as part of our 10 day tour of NZ…read more Also the tour guide had to keep us out and about for a few hours after long flight from USA before hotel rooms available. I took a few photos and posted them here. Not too far from Michael Joseph Savage Park so swing by there afterwards. We just walked around the grounds but there there is a cafe there.

This dry bar is amazing, the concept was bought to Newmarket by Louise Pilkington who owned the…read moreServilles in Ponsonby for many years and wanted to do something of her own. Dry & Tea is really something else, so feminine it makes you gush when you step inside. Beautiful flower arrangements, the fluffy white chair and largely white interiors filled with beautiful things and fashion and beauty coffee table books. The level of customer service surpasses expectations. You receive a complementary tea of the day (they serve in house T2 teas) while you wait and depending on what you've come to have done, select from their menu (food and drink not the dry bar) as Allpress coffee is served here and scones and cakes. If you want you can enjoy this out in their beautiful courtyard. Coming here is an experience in itself. It isn't just to have your hair styled or cut (they do cut hair too, not just dry services). Coming to Dry & Tea is not just going to the hairdressers, it's like being transported to the land of pretty and the staff do make you look and feel that way.

Dry & Tea adds to the the 'blow wave bar' trend in Auckland. It's basically a beautiful place to…read moreget your hair done (you can also get it cut, but the focus is on the styling). I feel like that kind of thing is more common in Europe but it's becoming more popular here. I mean, it's really nice to get your hair done. Especially for events or just for upkeep. The place is very nice inside - beautiful and relaxed and clean. They have tea, obviously (T2) and coffee and food if that's your thing. There's an outdoor courtyard for relaxing. They're big on the 'pampered' feeling - staff are very accommodating and friendly. You can also get your nails done here Prices are pretty good for an award winning 'best beauty bar' - blow waves start at $40. Perfect place to buy a gift voucher for someone who has everything.

I first stepped through Chapter's door about two years back when the weather was really bad and I…read morehad a 30 wait for the bus, it seemed like a good time to try it out. I think I was the youngest in there by 30 years that day but tea is not just for old people. I also didn't let the romance novels put me off, I had my own reading material anyway. Chapter is little but the shelves are crammed with an incredible range of teas, I had mango paradise, often I go for Granny's Garden, I like the fruity ones. Down the back of the store is all the tea paraphernalia, if you're serious about your tea drinking and want all the right tea gear, you'll find it here. A nice little shop/cafe and the lady who owns it is really nice, Chapter is a pleasurable place to sit over a pot of tea and the black board outside often has funny tea related quotes which is a nice touch.

Amazing experience! I live in the USA but was told I could order signed Nalini Singh books from…read morethem. I reached out to Frances who was more than happy to help me out! I was able to order 4 signed and personalized books for my sister with shipping to the USA. It made my sister so happy to get signed books from an author she's been a long time fan of and Frances was incredible and so friendly throughout the entire process!

I love stopping by Chalin for my takeaway iced green tea fix. The staff always seem quite perplexed…read morewhen I say I just want it plain. After all this is a bubble tea shop, so they expect you to want the extras (think fruit, milk, syrup, and tapioca balls). But the best part is in fact while I'm waiting for my tea, because I get to peruse the in-house selection of toys and cosmetics. It's where I snapped the little gem that is bust cream - complete with a woman imploring her breasts to go "Up! Up!", under the delightful heading of "Sexy Look Body Performance Attack Flat...130% up!" I hate to think what would happen if the formula proved as efficacious as it advertises - if it rose 130%, where would your bust end up?! Okay, so perhaps I mostly love Chalin because I love Engrish. But the tea really is good too.

Very lovely place to go if you're looking for things to do in Auckland. Prices are extremely…read morereasonable and the food was great. If you want a cute rural cafe to visit in the NZ countryside, would highly recommend. They also have very cute handmade bags & jackets--bought some jams as well. I assume he was the owner, but the man serving us was very respectful and kind. Overall very lovely place to check out.

Revisiting this lovely historical tearooms, they are a…read moreTreasure for the quaint village of Puhoi, situated On the main road after You have passed the main part of the village And drive around the corner, and next door to the brand new Puhoi Fire Station. My family and I, consisting of three adults and two children enjoyed amongst us, Devonshire Tea, Cornish Pasties, Toasted Sammie's, and homemade steak Pies, a delicious assortment of food, lovely tea, coffee too. The gardens are my favourite part after the food, having willow trees, old fashioned roses etc are just perfect setting in the countryside you Could Almost be in old time England even.. I found that we were well catered for, having even lots of games available to use For free for the kids and big kids.. Come On a Sunday for a nice chilled Sunday family time. Congratulations to the new English owners

Mojo Garage is one of the Carlton Gore Road greats and it was a garage, a WOF garage and still…read moremaintains that look and feel with the concrete floors and exposed rafter ceiling. Seats with large tables line one side of the garage with the kitchen situated in the middle and down alongside the other side is narrow high bar stool seating, perfect if you want some quiet space. On a nice day you have the option of sitting outside. Mojo garage therefore is great for loners and small to large groups, also people who want to bring their dogs, or kids. Great food, nice staff, good coffee and a cool environment. Whether the garage door is up or down is weather dependent, if it is up and the large table facing outside isn't taken sit there, I think it is the best seat in the house (I mean garage).

Mojo is a great spot to keep in mind on a sunny afternoon when in Newmarket…read more Situated on Carlton Gore Road, there is plenty of on-street parking available and patrons can enjoy a good beverage and some quality food while being a bit removed from the hustle and bustle of Broadway. Mojo offer delicious coffees and iced beverages as well as a great selection of ready to eat cabinet food and an ample menu to order from. Last time I was there I sat out on the benches in the sun with a friend and enjoyed an iced chocolate. It was such a great set up, and the cafe even has brilliant Mojo sunhats available for customer's use which is a definite bonus as there isn't too much shade in their outdoor area. The staff at Mojo are mostly quite young and funky, and one of the baristas - Connor - is particularly chatty and makes the best coffees. Make sure you ask for him next time you're at Mojo! Tip: The on-street parking is mostly pay-and-display, so make sure you have some cash on hand!

Stopped by for afternoon tea. The estate had quite the view of the rolling tropical hills and of…read moreAuckland at a distance. Tea and food was very nice- our bellies were full by the end. The hotel portion seems to be high end and even has a helipad for guests. Parking was free and the drive was about 30 min from downtown. If you need a bit of an escape, this would be a good option.

As the Maid of Honour, I organised high tea for my sister-in-law this past weekend. I changed the…read morebooking a number of times during the process (why are groups of ladies so difficult to organise??) but the staff at Waitakere Estate were always lovely and obliging. The location is lovely with breath-taking views and at $32 per person, their high tea is the best value in Auckland AND even available during winter! The food was great, I had my own vegetarian stand with lovely sandwiches (that focaccia though) and sweet treats. Their tea menu could be a bit more varied and intensive, but everything else was great. The girls and I had a wonderful time and even wandered through the lawn after our meal for some epic photos. I'd definitely return again!

So interesting to visit the Queens Arcade…read more The historic arcade is actually a combination of three buildings. The south arcade is a combination of the Victorian Darby's Building constructed in 1909 and the A.B. Donald Building which was built in 1863. The Arcade was completed in 1929. The completed arcade featured marble, fine woods and beautiful storefronts. Today, it is a shopping arcade filled with shops. Go up and down the escalators to get a closer look. Make sure to go to the rear of the arcade to see the display of New Zealand flags. Not as interesting as the Royal Arcades in Sydney or Melbourne, but nice for a short stop while exploring Auckland.

Jason and Team Photo warehouse…read more Your extra assistance for me today was so very much appreciated. Printing off my ad hoc photos AND the document was going beyond. A most professional and efficient service. I would highly recommend this business.

This cute and cosy setting within a knitting shop isn't your standard setting but makes for the…read moreperfect spot for scones, petit fours and a delightful range of tea. You could bring granny here or your bestie for a catch up or mum for a treat. It has to be said there scones (the recipe recently featured in the paper) are the prefect mix of crunch on the outside and soft on the inside. Combine with jam and a pot of tea on a pretty tablecloth, you have a winner. Don't go past this place if your after scones, tea and a touch of homely comfort.

Trying to find a cafe that's open after 4pm and stumbled upon this beauty. It felt like I found…read morelittle red riding hoods grandmothers tavern and it was absolutely adorable. We had excellent coffee and vanilla grapefruit tea from an extensive tea menu served in vintage tea cups. I wanted to try the Devonshire scones with strawberry jam and cream but unfortunately they were all out for the day so we had finger sandwiches with asparagus and almond meringue cake which was freshly made and delicious!

Great food and service! Best breakfast place and very cute decor. Nothing to complain about at…read moreall!! Will definitely be back here. Food was on point and had something for everyone...some even ordered to plates!

There is such attention to detail in every aspect of the food prepared. I've had the Big Breakfast…read moreand the Eggs Benidict. The Eggs Benidict with king salmon on house made ciabatta bread-a perfect poach and delicious. The big breakfast had scrambled eggs with a vaguely citrus taste that was different but wonderful, sausages squares of whipped feta and exquisite roasted heirloom tomatoes and delicious potatoes. As I mentioned every item on the plate is completed to perfection. I'm dying to try their fantastic looking pastries.