Apart from the difficulties that you might encounter upon finding the entrance and parking for this…read morecafé, it's not too bad once you get in the door. It has a very large and spacious interior, equipped with its own kid's activity corner near the entrance. There is ample space as they don't seem to get particularly busy here. There is also a nice outdoor section which is perfect on a nice day, although there is not much of a view to look at, just a busy Mt Wellington intersection. They have a large selection of sandwiches, sweets and pastries on offer, as well as many cooked options. The pies are quite nice; the good homemade kind with actual large chunks of meat inside. The coffee was ok, nothing spectacular but I'll come back here.

We came here this morning on a hunt for a new place to go to for weekend brunch. Other than Coffee…read moreClub down the road (which doesn't even register on my radar anymore as I've had so many bad experiences there), this is the only place on the Lunn Ave strip of shops that you can sit down and order coffee, breakfast or lunch. They have a huge range of cabinet food which all looked quite appetising, however we chose from the wall menu - I got French toast with a hash brown on the side and my mum got scrambled eggs on toast. I mostly enjoyed my meal - liked how they had pre-drizzled maple syrup on my pieces of toast, as often I find that I have the problem of running out before I'm finished. The hash brown was clearly just one out of a packet though, and was quite greasy so I sort of wished I didn't get it in the end. We sat outside on the deck, where I guess you could say we car-watched at the busy Lunn Ave/ Abbotts Way intersection for the duration of our meal (despite the nice openness of the deck, there isn't really anything else to look at). Not sure if I'm super keen to come back here, but it definitely fills the gap in the market of brunch outlets in that area.

Love the atmosphere in this tiny place--cozy and old-school. The bartender made a really proper…read morewhiskey sour! It does get rather crowded as it's a popular place, though, so get a seat while you can. The two times I've been, there's always been a decent DJ, a small crowd, and some honestly REALLY good food on their small food menu. It's a great place to sit down with a small group and have a chilled out evening with drinks and pupus.

The only elements missing from this bar are a few cushy sofas. Why? Because one could spend all…read moreevening here. The decor is modern rustic, with plenty of wood & iron throughout the bar area. There are two massive speakers inside pumping killer tunes, so unless you've got your dancing shoes on I suggest you mosey outdoors. That is where most people are mingling. From what I have been told, there is live music and plenty of dancing on Friday & Saturday evenings. Outside there is a fireplace fit for a king, for those of you who get chilly at night. The mini-alleyway, is reminiscent of the hidden cobblestone streets in Rennes or Paris, where more than one bistro share a road. I believe there are three total here. So do not be shy, check 'em all out! I am still new to the NZ wine scene, so I am trusting the recommendation of sommeliers and bartenders. This bartenders recommendation of a Pinot from the Marlborough region was fresh, peppery, fragrant and just right for the night. Even when evening weather decided to shed light rain, everyone was safe and dry under the overhead canopy, on this hidden cobblestone path in Auckland. C'est très bon!

Not sure what the other reviewers were saying about the service at this place. To me seemed like…read morethe service was good but the food is absolutely great! Someone else mentioned that the decor lacks detail, but I thought it's quite cute and homey. They also have free wifi which is a plus. We came to Auckland from San Diego, CA and go to many many restaurants. We ended up coming here twice on our 3 day stay because we liked it so much! The spicy chai, coffee, ginger slice, and breakfast food were great and the salads were a healthy green variety. The scallops had a great Parmesan sauce and we were very pleased! No complaints, great place!!!

So I was here a few days ago but with my daughter and don't really like being on my phone when…read morewe're hanging out. Liked - the hazelnut hot Choc and that they were happy to talk to the chef about GF options. Disliked- tables were not being cleared by staff ..?? Customers were sitting at dirty tables.. There seemed no urgency in keeping the dining area clean - the epic wait for my meal ... I'm with a three year old... Get me food fast!! They seemed to take an unusually long time .. Hey I'm not gonna get upset .. Stuff happens. It was nice. So what I ate and drank was pretty good. Alter could do well to get the basics right, tables must be clean, dishes removed - hello?? Also place is missing an eye for detail and style. It's has been taken over by an Asian owner as so many cafes have and it lacks a follow thru with style. Chalkboard writing of specials, plastic counter display of flavours for coffee and hot chocs, cutlery at the altar all definitely to be up graded. They could do so much better with nothing more than a professional eye.

We stopped in for a quick lunch after our trans Pacific flight, and our family of 7 loved our…read moremeals. Three of us had the crumbed fish and chips - outstanding! Two had the brisket sandwiches and found them to have a great mix of flavors. The other two had breakfasts - avocado toast and Belgian waffle. Both were top notch. You have to love a place that serves both breakfast and lunch in the middle of the day. The staff was very efficient and friendly. We sat outside and enjoyed a nice Sunday afternoon lunch. Georgia was our server and could not be lovelier. We highly recommend this place for a quick bite.

Came for coffee, but ended up ordering iced mochas on my daughter's recommendation. We had a good…read moreseat by the big open window and the mochas hit the spot. Nice surprise to be offered a topup of our drinks. Thought we must have been special but Chelsea, our waitress, said they do it for everybody. Give this place a try, I hear the pizzas are really good too.

This place is great! Lovely brunch and very friendly staff. Their salads are devine and a fantastic…read morelunch option if your in the area!

An old favourite! I've been going to Catroux since Adele opened it and no where comes close when it…read morecomes to french toast. Unfortunately due to seasonal menu changes, it's not always available, but when it is I'm the first one there! Food is made with good, local produce and there are so many healthy options. Taste: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Coffee: only good when the guy makes it, not a fan of EightThirty but their fresh juices are amazing. Instagram: @oliviaroundtown Website: Olivia Round Town (dotcom)

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.

White and One have a small sidewalk blackboard boasting "BEST COFFEE IN EPSOM". I would proudly…read morewear that sign on my head and dance out into oncoming traffic doing the macarena. I hope they never change that sign. I also hope no one ever asks me to do this. It would be an embarrassing way to end up in a hospital. "It's just GREAT COFFEE," I would protest as they cut off my trousers. But I digress... You will always get professional service and amazing coffee. The café is intimate and chic without being pretentious. And why don't more places stock National Geographic magazines? This is a great place for small business meetings or a caffine pick-me-up.

Hey I think this is now called Forest. We had morning tea here today and it was good. The cakes…read morewere nice and the coffee was ok. We will come back.

I was in Auckland for a day/night and found out about Mojo from all of you lovely Yelpers out there…read more:) We stayed the night in the Skycity Grand and walked over to Mojo from there. It was a few blocks away, and some hills worthy of mentioning (especially when you're pushing a 40-pound, 4-year-old uphill in a stroller), but anyway.... IT WAS SO WORTH IT! Wow, yum. I've had a lot of muesli since moving to New Zealand (it must be on every breakfast menu) and this one eeked it's way into first place. Really, it was right there at the top (see my picture). The coffees were awesome, though I don't prefer hot drinks to be served in glasses ('cuz they get too hot to hold) but I would have happily endured a few minor finger burns to gulp down that caffienated goodness. The only minor issue here was the seating (for us, with 2 kiddos). It's a lovely, long table through the center of the room (the decor is light and beautiful) but it's slightly socially awkward when everyone else is sitting at the far other end of the table (presumably, to avoid the kiddos). That said, however, one of the chefs was super nice to us, brought us lots of extra napkins (pre-emptively) and played peek-a-book with my 1-year-old while we ate and kept him occupied in the stroller. A high chair at the end of that beautiful table would surely have ruined the scene (but would have been helpful). In spite of these little things, our overall experience was excellent. Even my husband said so, and that's saying something :) We will happily come back here every time we are in the area.

Heads up coffee/food lovers... there's a new Mojo in town! From their popular Vulcan Lane store, to…read moretheir large cafe in Newmarket and now one has just opened on Durham Street! Located just up from Glassons and right next to Renkon, this new cafe is easy to spot - you won't miss the bright blue building and outdoor seating. Inside, the decor is light, bright and you can either sit at the very long table in the middle or at the window bar, which would be great for people-watching! Now, onto the food! Couldn't believe how many options there were! From their breakfast and lunch meals (they cook everything fresh to order), to sweet treats from Amandine, raw cheesecakes from The Raw Kitchen, plus amazing paninis (I like the prosciutto one), sandwiches and muffins etc. And we can't forget the coffee! I have to be honest, I didn't actually try one...instead I saw Kombucha (organic probiotic tea) on the menu and had never tried it so I finally did! But if their coffee is as good as their Vulcan Lane store, then I'm sold! Strong, extra hot coffee, just how I like it! If you're not a coffee lover, they also serve an array of drinks, such as sodas, kombucha (as mentioned above), juices, smoothies (I've got my eye on the cacao one) and Hopt soda! So excited to see a cafe in the CBD selling Hopt - made my day! Overall, had a great time at the new Mojo - now just gotta eat and drink my way through the whole menu!