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!

Quick back story and fun fact: In 1911 there was a Zoo in Royal Oak! Of course, everyone complained…read moreabout the smell and the sound and never really embraced the beauty of the whole operation until the animals escaped and everything was eventually shut up and sold off. So now we have this voluminous pub with a fun, purple branding that doubles as a throw back to Auckland's past. There is plenty of seating (including the small cluster of outdoor couches everyone is vying for) and plenty of beers on tap. Inexplicably you are only allowed to smoke on one half of the outdoor seats. Staff seem to stay behind the bar unless they are trying to top up your barely finished drinks, which they do with hunter-like efficiency and a portable EFTPOS unit. Slightly too overpriced to be your local-after-work.

I went to the Zookeeper's Son on a double date and wasn't too sure about it at first to be honest…read more It's a pub and I'm more of a city girl but I thought I'd go along for the ride. I'm so glad I did because I was pleasantly surprised! We had so much fun. It's quite a big place but there were loads of people eating, laughing and having a good time so it didn't feel too big at all. We had a really intimate corner where we ate which was really nice. The menu is amazing. It's pub food but not as you know it. There's loads of twists on the traditional meal. For example we ordered the roast but it came out on a chopping board for us to share with the whole table. A brilliant approach to an old favourite. Their Yorkshire Puddings were SO good, good enough to break any diet for. There was a live band playing and at the end of our meal which was a really nice addition to the atmostphere. We had loads of delicious drinks but my pick would be their Long Island Iced Tea, it was so good. So as it turns out I was completely wrong, this place is a winner.

Another great Yelp recommendation thank you! Nice Mac beer selection (amber was my favorite) and an…read moreextensive and delicious menu. I did like the option of being able to order bar munchies or a full dinner. First night I dined here I ordered a steak and salad and was not disappointed. I ordered medium rare and it arrived as requested. Service was prompt and friendly. Not in the mood for a pint or bottled beer there is a full bar to assist. My hosts planned a happy hour the following night and we ordered appetizers. The chicken bites were great. The pork bites were kind of dry but were excellent to absorb the beer ;^) . Love the squid App!. All in all a nice local pub to catch a game, have bite, and a bit to drink.

I first came here as we had a meal Grabone voucher, previously it was called The Post - its an old…read morePost Office. Since Mac's took over and it became Union Post the transformation its just awesome, I love the decoration in this place, the lampshades hanging from the ceiling are so cool. So since my frist visit I have been a number of times. They have low tables and high tables, comfortable sofas, indoor seating and outdoor seating, there is a chair and table for everyone. They brew their own beer and cider, so you can get big jugs of the stuff, or just a smaller glass to go with your meal, I love the Issac's Cider best I have tried. I have tried the small plates of Chicken winglets, tiger prawns and squid - all very good, as well as the Chicken breast main dish. The dishes are all very good size, you sure will be satisfied and they often have Pizza and breakfast deals. This really is a wonderful local and it has great atmosphere and friendly service. Its also a child friendly place and have brought my baby here and have seen other babies and children hanging out here as well.

One of the best places I ate in New Zealand on this visit. Whoever is in the kitchen is cooking and…read morecreating with love. Dishes just bursting with flavor, beautifully presented. Attentive service, lovely decor.

Happened to stumble upon this place was found it absolutely adorable so decided to give it a try…read more I arrived at 4:45pm and didn't know their dinner menu began at 5. My party was seated in the noisy section of the bar so I asked if we could be moved to the dining room as we wanted to have an early dinner. The waiter said "NO, you cannot sit there. The dinner room is being set for dinner service" He then proceeded to point at the area whilst a table of guests were getting seated. Does this mean 5 pakeha guests get different treatment from 3 asian ones? Who knows. Don't need to find out though. Drinks are good and food oily but delicious.

It's been a while since my last night here, was formerly the Cock & Bull. It seems to have lost…read moresome of it's charm in the makeover. More space for patrons, and it was quite busy until after the raffle. The staff were friendly, brought round free nibbles during the evening. Highlight of the evening for me was a pint of Boddingtons from back home. There's no place like home, there's no place like home........................Nah, NZ is heaps better !!!

Went with some work college's, took a hour to get our food. Fish and chips smelt like chemicals…read more Macaroni was blank like cheap froze shop mac n cheese frozen for weeks then deep fried. Wont be back and wouldnt recommend.

The 1 Up TAB and Sports Bar provides a rare combination in the Eastern Bays area…read more The bar provides well-priced beer on tap, numerous television screens and TAB facilities, pokie machines and usually plentiful seating for the number of patrons present. The staff are very friendly and the bar usually has a vibrant, sociable atmosphere - with many of the patrons being frequent regulars. If you are lucky enough to be there for races on a busy Saturday afternoon, the bar usually shouts chips from the fish shop next door for DIY chip sandwiches, a nice homely touch. Parking is easy, just on the street down Upland Road, and there are numerous options for food nearby to keep you punting all day.

I want to love this place as it has so much potential…read more Pros: Good beer and liquor selection Gaming room Pool table Separated outdoor smoking area Larger projector screen for t.v. Free parking Cons: The place was completely empty when I got there Food is only available for dinner If you want a social setting, you must bring the people.

The roundabout bar, so named because of its proximity to the Royal Oak roundabout, entitles itself…read moreas a community bar. From this I concluded that the community of Royal Oak must be very close to simultaneously entering an Old Folk's Home. If you feel a bit young for an RSA but smell of old tobacco and have a miasma of depression about you, this is the place for you. If you can count the number of teeth you have on one hand, but not the number of cats, this is your pub. There are slot machines, surly staff and watery beer. At least you wont forget the name as you stumble out. Or in. It doesn't matter either way. Measure the passage of time spent there by comparing it to the age of the children left waiting in cars parked at the door.

A trendy Eatery in the suburb. This got to be better than the usual restaurant you find in the…read moreneighbourhood. We loved the atmosphere and the service there. Staff are very friendly and loved to help you with your good selection if you get stuck because of their variety! Oysters were fresh, wine was nice, food was beautifully presented and delicious! Although it said it was small but we find that reasonable to share between three of us for three small plates and a pizza. We also ordered some oysters. We will definitely go back there again. =)

Banque is a quiet, but trendy eatery found on Remuera Road. I had been meaning to try this place…read morefor weeks after the good recommendations from a cousin. The inside is totally not what you expect. Don't be put off from this place, because its in Remuera and gives that upperclass vibe. The inside of Banque, is totally comforting and relaxing. Theres wonderful warm decor and an inside fire. Its a great place to have lunch or dinner with a glass of wine. My dining partner and I went for a quiet Friday lunch. Banque's menu is designed for sharing. The menu has a slight Asian flavour. I would def recommend having the Bluff oysters and diamond shell clams. They were served with a delicious dipping sauce. Obviously Bluff oysters are only served to season, so if you have the chance to eat them, try them! I wouldn't normally order any kind of pizza, but seeing it was a pizza bread it was a good choice for a filler, but tbh it was really tasty. The dough was super soft and flavour was great. The other two dishes were just a bit bland and lacked the same flavour excitement as the other dishes. I would recommend for Banque to just add more flavour to the ribs instead of just covering them in hoisin sauce. Although i think its a great idea serving lamb ribs as its pretty rare on other restaurant menus. Service was great, lovely guy who served us and I think i may have even tipped him. Would def recommend coming here, for good food, great atmosphere and service. Also good value for money, but Banque features in the Entertainment book if you want a good deal. Rating: Food: 6/10 Service: 9/10 Value for Money: Average 311 Remuera road, Remuera Opening Hours: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun: 3pm-Late Weds-Fri: 12pm-Late

I don't know about you but I associate the term "gee gee's" with stale-smelling, monotonous…read moresounding TAB venues with bad food. I was not prepared for Gee Gee's in Epsom, which came complete with it's own faux-crystal horse-and-harness-racer statuette. It has the entrance of a motel, complete with welcome mat and front desk. Already at 10.30 am the kitchens service windows framed busy chefs racing around. The setting inside was of a long, elegantly set dining area flanked with wait stations and sepia photos (presumably famous jockeys). It was immaculate. So naturally, I was expecting stiff-lipped, steel-spined service to ensue. But instead, I was given the most welcoming invitation to enjoy a beer in the sun, facing Cornwall park. I felt apprehensive and under-dressed in a strangely pleasant way and have high hopes for the well priced food there. Obviously this is a business that has kept it's head down doing the hard work, making sure the basics in service and presentation are done properly and I hope to see more of it in the future.

Gee Gee's CLOSED many years ago and the phone and location are now a Turkish Bar and restaurant. I…read morewent a long to try it out as I was staying very close. But the music was so loud that the staff had to shout at each other and I decided I couldn't eat a meal in such a LOUD place. It looked nice and smelt good but WAY TOO LOUD.