Yet another club and bar on the viaduct that promotes itself as trendy and upmarket. This is one of…read morethose places that will charge you a $10 cover charge, on some nights you will be disappointed and on some nights you will enjoy yourself. It's like most clubs, some nights are good, some nights you want to smash the DJ for playing shit music. On the occasions I have been to Bungalow 8, I have been served what tasted like watered down cider and a decent red bull & vodka. Might have something to do with the bartender. It is a great place to head to on a Friday night to have a few drinks with your workmates and friends. The bar is located on the fringe of the viaduct which makes a few other bars and clubs a few minutes walk or stumble away. If you want to get a feel of the vibe at Bungalow, I suggest standing outside and listening to the music and peering through the balcony at what people are doing. Sometimes those long lines, aren't a good judge, as to whether the night is a good one.

I really like the word bungalow, it has good connotations of a little ocean fronting hideaway on an…read moreexotic island somewhere. You can definately see that is the look they are attempting to revive at this bar. From the cool fish tanks lining one of the inside walls, to the rattan/ cane outdoor furniture, beachside 'chic' is a resonant theme at Bungalow8. For a Friday night, it was a little quiet compared to some other bars, but it was beginning to pick up by the time we left. The dance floor was going off though, thanks to some sweet moves by me and a decent d.j playing some foot stompingly good tunes. I don't know if this is a student bar or what, but the clientele seemed to be super young. There were some dudes playing at being adults with a pitiful excuse for facial hair, and some manky suits, that looked so young that if I had been guarding the door I wouldn't have let them in.

I choose Northern Steamship Co. because it's just a short walk to Vector Arena, making it a great…read moreplace to meet before a show. It's also a handy meet-up point for after-work drinks or dinner before a night on the town. The bar is named after the original occupants of the building, and much care has been taken to ensure this heritage building lives up to its long history. Relax in one of the big comfy chairs or meet friends at one of the larger tables, and make sure you look up - the collection of vintage lamps that adorn the roof will make mid-century collectors (like me) seethe with jealousy. A range of Mac's beers are available on tap, and this wino enjoys sampling the Roaring Meg Riesling and Dog Point Sav. The food is pretty traditional pub fare, with the most popular dishes straight out of the deep fryer. For the conscious eater, try the "Wellbeing" platter - smoked salmon, olives, chicken wraps and fresh chutneys abound!

We popped into Northern a Steamship because I had a voucher for a free platter from the Macs bar…read moreloyalty program. The bar was busy and full and the staff were attentive and served us quickly. Had no idea what the free platter would be like but was pleasantly surprised. Delicious platter of salt and pepper squid, kumera fries, chicken nibbles and prawn twists. Was delicious, crispy and totally impressive considering it was free and I get a voucher texted to me nearly every week. If you're a regular make sure you sign up for the loyalty program.

What a GREAT discovery! So good, we came here on both…read moretrips/visits to Auckland. Quality/Quantity - 102 types of beers! Got a flight (okay 2 flights...) for $30 each, see picture. Urbanant Handpull - Cask Ale style, a stronger flavored beer. Eddyline - New Zealand Hefeweizen, crisp and refreshing. They also have it in an apricot wheat ale, interesting. Parrot Dog - Okay. Panhead APA - American Pale Ale, good flavors, medium to light beer. Sawmill Hefeweizen - Good and refreshing. Also the beer of the week. Many specials, see pictures. Food, full bar, and wine are also available. Atmosphere - Super convenient, to the cruise ship, dock, shopping for my wife, etc! Indoor, outdoor seating. Interesting and cool decor throughout. Got really busy as it got later. Of course I was here for a few hours while my wife shopped, lol. Events available. Open 7 days a week from 11am till 10pm or 1am. Service - Bar service. They table service, but by then, I already got my flights. Yes, that was plural. :) Price - $30AUD a flight, $19.60US + tip. Expensive, but for me it was worth it! Great way to end the day. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success. You will be our regular go to place when visiting/docking in Auckland.

I had passed this pub for a few days, looked at a few yelp reviews and decided to stop by. I wasn't…read moredisappointed we had some great food for a good price. Service was very very quick. I tasted several different beers which are awesome. The only issue we had was trying to get a table during happy hour. atmosphere is very laid-back and easy-going. You're looking for a place to grab a bite or a drink I suggest stopping by here

We had such a fun time here! Came here for Horizon 2024 for their concert. Security was top notch,…read moreI felt so safe the entire time - thank you for that. Drinks were cheap and decent. If you're not from NZ, try Odd Company, good little drink that you can only get here! My only complaint was that the place smelt a little funky and the bathrooms were a disaster but that was to be expected with hosting an event there. Thank you to the workers for providing a safe and fun experience!

I had passed this place a few times on walks exploring the city. Located above an alcohol store,…read moreit's easy to miss this place that's a pub, nightclub, brewery, cafe. After seeing they had a number of their own beers made in house, I had to try it and ended up here on a Saturday night. Overall I had a mixed experience. On what would be seemingly the busiest night of the week, it was relatively empty. The crowd was much younger, and most were outside on the patio smoking instead of being inside. A DJ played tunes to an empty dance floor. On entry there was a bouncer who said I couldn't wear my hat, so I took it off and he ended up being super nice. The bartender was another story - initially rude I think he heard my accent and got nicer. As this definitely felt like a nightclub, I still asked about tasting boards of the brewery's beer - they had them, I could choose three. That night they had only three of their own so it was an easy choice. They came in large glasses on a wooden rack, it looked prettier than anything tasted. It was also relatively expensive for the quality. Bonus for the 007 pinball machine. All in all, I was glad to stop in for a little bit, but wouldn't seek out going back.

I really like this bar. Unlike the Union Post it does not try to deafen you with dance music and it…read moreis nicely lit compared to the darkness of Doolin Brothers around the corner. The real winner for this bar is the cute outdoor area out the back. It has fairy lights (Who doesn't love those!), and the music level is perfect for chatting with friends. We went here on a Friday night and it was very quite. I'm not sure that it ever gets super busy because Iv only ever seen a handful of people here. Don't take this as a bad sign though! It is definitely worth a visit. They do cocktails and alcoholic milkshakes! Interesting concept but I haven't tried one

Great little bar in Ellerslie if you are looking for something with good atmosphere but a bit less…read morebusy and 'pubby' from The Post across the road. Staff are awesome!

A cool place to try if you're looking for an ascetically pleasing happy hour spot. Located up a…read moreflight of stairs in a bustling are of the central business district, Fort Street Union has a cool open plan with indoor and outdoor space. The outdoor space doesn't have much of a view, but the there's a nice vibe and a cool summer breeze. I went with a friend I met who was also traveling. We stopped in for a quick drink. They had $5 Heineken bottles and $5 Soho rosé or Sav. Didn't have food, but it was an interesting specialty pizza focused menu. Inside is just as trendy as the rooftop space combining industrial with natural finishes. They have bathtubs as planters and a good number of pool tables. I'd frequent this place if I lived there.

With lots of character, this is surely a spot to try if you are a rooftop lover and can get a spot…read moreon the rooftop side :) The drinks are good, and the happy hour deals are super attractive. The staff is super nice. It is on the top floor, so watch for it on fort st! Downsides- Went there for the rooftop concept, but did not get a seat outside. We asked to wait and were told it would not be possible, so we went inside (which is very pretty too but not what we came for) and asked to be re-seated when a spot opened, but they never came back. Foodwise, options are good and priced pretty well. However we ordered a Bruschetta and ended up with a pizza with tomatoes and onions. It was good, but definitely not bruschetta... Overall i'd give it a 5 for the service and concept which are awesome, and if the food was true to the description & if we had had a spot outside!

Came here for a late dinner after exploring the city! The view itself was beautiful! I only ordered…read morethe beef tartar which was pretty and tasty. They have alot of seating space inside and some outside with a heater! They turned on the heater for me when I asked to sit outside on a cold day!

Top spot for awesome cocktails in the Sky view rooftop bar located at the top of the four points…read moreSheraton Hotel in downtown Aukland. Floor to ceiling windows bring in all the light & amazing views of the water & skyline with an equally impressive outdoor area as well. Service is friendly & The bartenders are very skilled with all of their suggestions for the different combinations to go with your very customized gin and tonics! The selection of gins as well as other spirits, wine and beer is incredible. In addition, they offer a bar menu and an abbreviated larger plate menu with delicious choices like sliced lamb. Served with a yogurt sauce, a sliced beef fillet with a chimichurri sauce and a chicken cordon bleu. We also accompanied these items with some crispy fries and herb aïoli.everything was delicious!

Wow - amazing fine dining in Ellerslie. No need to go all the way into the CBD! Very, very,…read moreimpressed indeed. We particularly liked the smaller portions - which meant we could sample a wider variety of offerings - rather than being too full after larger servings. And a nice atmosphere too - especially if you get in quick (or book) one of the 1/2 round upholstered alcoves.

Bonita is a cute little bar that has existed in Ponsonby for decades. With a very relaxed…read moreatmosphere and a deck out the bar, it is the perfect place for after work drinks. Bonita rewards its regular patrons by having loyalty nights on Wednesdays, and also hosts live music on Thursday nights. I recently met friends for a catch up and, due to having a big night the previous night didn't want anything alcoholic. Though the mocktail I ended up having was yum and only cost me $5, I was a little disappointed at their lack of juice and ingredients options. Further, we were a bit unimpressed with the bathroom situation - there is no lock on the door, so make sure you have someone standing guard! Despite these slight shortfalls, in all my Bonita experience was pretty good and I was impressed by how attentive the staff were. As soon as we'd finished our drinks they were at the table asking if we wanted another.