Bread & Butter Bakery have two sites - one in Ponsonby Central and the flagship in Grey Lynn, off…read moreRichmond Road. I have been here a few times now, heavily reviewed in the media - they all love it, so do I!!! There is a great selection of breads and pastries, children's menu, and sit down fare. Good coffee, excellent wait staff, parking at the door and vibrant ambience. Highly recommend to all:)

Yes, it's next to Farro Fresh Grey Lynn. I've been to Farro several times and din't realize there…read morewas a great cafe just around the corner. Bread and Butter is one of the greats. Interiors are great, fantastic stuff on display, friendly and attentive staff - especially on the super busy and packed Sunday morning. Coffee and food was there before you know it. I had the avo mash with the perfectly poached egg. We will definitely be back. Could have been five stars, but it was too noisy to be comfortable. I had to fight off feeling rushed and on edge as I read the Sunday papers. Maybe on a quieter afternoon, everything will come together. They have the best cinnamon rolls in New Zealand.

we went here for coffee and breakfast on a rainy morning. i had the Melba breakfast, the serving…read morewas huge and the quality of the food was really good. the french toast was really yummy as well. not too sweet, perfect amount of sweetness. the place looks very welcoming, cozy and warm perfect for the Auckland winter weather. we we're greeted with a smile once we got here. would love to come back here again to try more from their menu.

It started out weird. A young dark-haired woman sat us in the tightest corner, interior table. It…read morewas very uncomfortable. There were empty tables, at least half a dozen, and I was on the brink of asking when the man who watered us said "hey, wanna move to a better table"? OH THANK GOODNESS. After that, he made us feel looked after and treated us really well. We think there was some weirdness with the young woman as she tried to muscle another couple trying to get sat. Anyways, moving on! I ordered the Turkish Cilbir Eggs and my partner ordered Eggs Benedict with bacon. For coffee, we ordered an Americano and a flat white. Everything was delicious. Vulcan Lane was quiet, but this is mid-January so we expected everything to be quiet. The great waiter and great food ended our experience on a high note.

This is one of my favourite cafes in Auckland! They have a gorgeous little courtyard you can sit…read morein, and quite a bit of space inside. If you choose to sit outside (and I really prefer it), they have fleece blankets to ward off the cold. So cute! There is free wifi, the coffees are really good, and they have a $6 coffee & slice deal. I just tried their waffles for the first time this weekend, and they were so, so good. But very large, so I'd suggest sharing! The waitresses are always lovely and friendly, and they're always playing piano versions of anime songs, which is an adorable quirk. Few things make me happier than good coffee, sweet treats and listening to the My Neighbour Totoro theme song!

One of the few places with wifi available for patrons in Parnell, unless you want to head down to…read moreEsquires and endure their hideous coffee. The internet is fast and works well outside in the courtyard, which is a nice place to sit on a good day (can be a bit breezy though). Good strong hot coffee is on offer, and also a moderately-priced lunch menu available. I didn't get any food, but the girls next to me got a waffle with a huge amount of whipped cream on it with berry sauce, which made me get quite substantial food envy. Nice chilled acoustic music plays in the background, and is quite audible outside as there is an outside speaker. When it is too sunny or raining, they put up a cover over the courtyard, so you can still enjoy your coffee in the atmospheric, cobblestoned space outside without getting too hot or rained on.

I've been to Geeks On Sainsbury twice now and I'm definitely keen to go back again!…read more Where are they? Their location, 1/55 Sainsbury Road, gives them enough privacy that they aren't packed with people, but enough exposure that you don't feel like you are hidden away. Both times I ate here, I happened to be in the area. They are right beside this little park which has a few seats in it, so you could easily get takeaways on a nice sunny day and have a picnic! They are also just down the road from St Luke's Mall, so if you want some nice food that isn't from a food court, then this should be your go-to place! My sister used to live across the road and it would have been such a joy to have Geeks On Sainsbury as a local. So what's their service like? They come up to you relatively straight away when you arrive and ask where you'd like to sit. The second time I went I was on crutches and that didn't seem to bother them, which was nice. They were fast on taking our orders, although didn't mind coming back to let us spend a few more minutes deciding what to get. All of the staff I have interacted with have been super friendly and the ones who see you leave say 'Thank you' and/or 'Goodbye', which is always a nice touch. It's a cute location with delicious food and friendly staff. I would recommend it to anyone in the area! And their food? Delightful! Below are a few shots - Eggs Bene, Pork Salad, Bibimbap and a drink. I would recommend their 'Yellow' smoothie and anything with a side of their potato stack... because it is absolutely divine. There a quite a few gluten-free options, which is great and overall they have a relatively wide selection of food to choose from. They also have a cabinet with sweet treats and a few sandwiches, if that's more your style. Cost? I believe they would be considered an average café cost - around $20-$30 for a cooked meal and a drink. Not super cheap but not crazy expensive either. Totally worth what you get!

We decided to go to Geeks and Sainsbury on a whim. It had been on the back of my mind and the name…read morereminds me of the Big Bang Theory! I could just imagine the waitors in lab coats measuring out the amount of coffee beans with a test tube. Not quite! There's much to boast about their coffee lineup though. They serve coffee from Wellington boutique roasters Red Rabbit Co, famous for their labyrinth of flavours in a cup. The first choice on the All Day Breakfast menu was Granola. It sounded delicious with white quinoa, glazed strawberries, roasted almond with pumpkin seeds. Nothing like the chew-til-your-temples-hurt type that I have in a box at home. That set the tone of being healthy over geeky. The eggs benedict had the option of pan fried tofu with poached eggs. Heck, even the Waffles had granola in the ingredients list. The pork salad obviously was no normal salad, beautifully plated and garnished on top. The sunflower encrusted shell the a standout element. Light but full of crunch, the house made chutney and shredded apple was tantalising to my sweet side. The eggs benedict comes in the option of Petit and Regular so you can easily satisfy your brunch craving after a round of gym. Again keeping it light, layered agria potato takes the normal place of a hash brown. With an open bright space spilling out into the sunny outdoor setting, it's an attractive place to be all year round. The decor is determinedly geek chic. A blackboard diagram details how seriously they take their coffee extraction method, and shelves look like they belong on Pinterest. They show the same dedication to their food. Presentation is exact, pairings are purposeful. It's a shame to hear that the Shore could have boasted this cafe gem. While it reminds me of Little King, it could easily take out the backsliding quality of the food there. Service was a bit unsure - there were moments where I got excited by food coming my way, only to have the waiters step on their brakes. That however, was minor and played no part in the rest of the experience. Geeks on Sainsbury, you are doing great things for Sandringham, looking forward to hearing more from you!

This was a lovely spot we discovered near-ish our hotel. We had breakfast here almost daily on our…read morelast trip. This cafe was consistently fantastic. Food was fast, warm, fresh, and the eggs were always JUST PERFECT, as you can see from the photos. What a great place to start your day.

Don't you just LOVE finding the cutest eateries in the most unassuming places?! That's exactly how…read moreI found this little cafe. Just outside of Albert Park in CBD on a side street was this brunch bistro. The staff was immediately hospitable and was happy to help you. I ordered a mushroom omelette and iced Americano. After paying I sat down in a little reading nook, decorated with a couch, coffee table and BOOKS! How awesome! My coffee came out right away so I was able to enjoy it a bit before my meal came. My omelette came out on a skillet and was absolutely delicious. The vibe in this cafe was relaxed and welcoming - I could've stayed for hours! But I had errands to run, so alas I left. This will definitely be on my brunch to dos next time I'm in Auckland!

So looking forward to trying the croissants here. But they looked insipid and barely cooked. Waited…read morea couple of minutes for the 2 staff members to actually notice or acknowledge us, then gave up and walked out. I believe in voting with our feet!

Hollywood Bakery seems to be a star studded place. After all, you're in Auckland, New Zealand and…read morethat's a hip place to be. At least I think so. I found myself here at the Hollywood Bakery starving and looking for a quick meal and needed to find something budget friendly and something appealing that was close enough to my location. Bakeries are often a good choice and ended up supporting this small business with picking up a simple sandwich, a brownie, and a bottle of water. In Auckland, New Zealand, it was anything but budget friendly, but it was an option for a meal and that counted for me. With that said, Hollywood Bakery is one of those places you wouldn't find if you aren't looking for but thankfully it was there. Hunger pangs be gone when you are here! While this is a simple bakery manned by a mom and pop operation in the heat of Auckland, New Zealand, I know the owners take great pride in this enterprise. And I myself for finding this store and filling my stomach with food that tasted so good after arriving from Christchurch, NZ earlier in the day. The overall experience here at the Hollywood Bakery was as good as you can get. A simple stop at a simple bakery reminded me the comforts of home in Honolulu. It was nice and the service was nice too. It was basically a self service deal, like many bakeries anywhere in the world., The bakery is self is quite small, and it definitely is clean and very organized. I enjoyed eating my sandwich, brownie, and drinking my water here. It felt almost like eating at someone's home, but not really. Just the ambiance felt like it at the time. The sandwich that I bought was an egg and cheese sandwich, I believe. It was good enough to where I didn't look at the price at all, since I was just so famished from a morning of traveling from Christchurch. The sandwich was good and satisfied my needs. Just something to quell the stomach rumblings and to be able to get to where I needed to go in Auckland. While this small bakery may not be a grand feast, it sure looked like it for me. It was a definitely a godsend when options for a good decent lunch on the go while in Auckland seemed too far out of reach. Thankful for Hollywood Bakery. Hollywood Bakery is located in the heart of downtown Auckland, New Zealand. It's address is 54 High Street in the urban core. They accept major credit cards, which is always great, including international visa too. For the most part though, it was a feast that was magical and simple. Extravagant but budget friendly. For parking options, there is not much in the way of street parking - as a lot of the parking spaces are occupied by everyone else in the city. Best bet is to take uber or public transportation to get yourself here. Probably cheaper to get around and not use petro yourself when you can get a ride cheaper via uber or even walking! Walking is always pretty good and hope that there are parking garages nearby the bakery, so that everyone can get here to get a soul enriching brownie or any other dessert. Lunch or dinner, and even a snack is a good time to come to Hollywood Bakery to feast on deliciousness at your fingertips. If you are in Auckland New Zealand, come on by and sample the good hearty homespun that is Hollywood Bakery. Recommended if you are on the go and in the city. It's a quick meal option that is affordable and will a nice way to help you on your way. The lady at the counter was nice and friendly. 4.0 stars for the overall experience. 4.0 stars for the service and the food was good. Simple and delicious. Support local! B

I was in Auckland on a trip for my friend's wedding. I decided to go out for brunch before a busy…read moreday and Chuffed stood out to me. When I got there, I was seated immediately. The ambiance was vibey and loved that I was sitting outside, but still covered from the sun. The waiters were so nice and were able to answer any questions I had. I ordered an iced hazelnut oatmilk latte and a fried chicken benedict and they were delicious! The latte was the perfect drink to wake me up for a busy day ahead! They definitely do eggs benedict different but it was still so tasty. Instead of the usual english muffin, they used an herb rostis, which is a crispy hash brown round. The fried chicken was juicy and crispy. The herb rostis was also crispy and paired well with the creamy poached eggs! I miss this meal so much and dreaming of having this again the next time I go back to Auckland!

A friend recommended Chuffed and I'm so glad they did! This unassuming little restaurant provided a…read moredelightful brunch, with cozy outdoor seating and excellent service. I love that they offered both still water or sparkling for the table. I ordered the salmon benedict and it was delicious! Their menu offers gluten free as well as dairy free options. Vegetarian or vegan? They have options for you too. I ordered an Americano and it was full bodied and came in a large mug. I only wish we'd had more time in Auckland so I could come here again.

We ate here to celebrating finally being out of lockdown on the first day of traffic light system…read more We ate outside because we had 2 toddlers in our stroller. The service was amazing and the ladies were so friendly. The food was great- we had carbonara and a Belgian waffle and got the kids chicken schitzel and chips. Everything was delicious and the service was quick- which is another important factor if you're dining with squirmy kids! Highly recommend this place for quick coffee, brunch or lunch!

I was chuffed to see this new addition to the Milford shops when I moved home. The box hedge lining…read morethe pavement, the white washed outdoor table and bench... cute. Inside the fit out is youthful and fun, exactly what you would expect from a café named 'Little King.' There is a huge wooden communal adorned with freshly cut flowers and mismatched tables and chairs reminiscent of your local primary - circa 1990. A playful mural spans an entire wall and exposed light fixtures dangle from the ceiling. Supreme is the coffee of choice and but if caffeine ain't your thing they also have a wide range of herbal teas. As for the menu, it has all the typical brunch fare plus a few extras including about FIVE, yes I said FIVE, different waffle dishes. However, when I went I couldn't get past all the good-looking cabinet food and being a sucker for baked goods of the savory variety I opted for the spinach and cream cheese muffin. It was served hot out of the tray and was moist, fluffy and god damn delicious. What else is pretty choice is that from 7am - 1030am on Weekdays they offer early bird specials. This includes deals such as eggs how you like them AND a reg coffee for only $9.90....genius! I guess the early bird really does catch the worm.