Pretty darn amazing, I must say!…read more Vulcan Lane Bagels has just opened up right in the heart of the city, serving bagels with an array of toppings, Atomic coffee, cold drinks and pastries from Scratch Bakers. This place is a hole-in-the-wall, with a bench seat, room for only two people, so ideally this place was designed for on-the-go bagels! I came here for lunch yesterday, seeing as it is right across the lane from my work! It was incredibly busy when I arrived, however owner Ruben was friendly and welcoming and the other lady taking the orders was efficient. However, I could tell they were feeling the stress with so many people! After overhearing another customer telling his friends that the "chipotle beef was so delicious", I just knew I had to order it! Served with a fresh tomato and onion salsa, herbs and their homemade hot sauce, the chipotle beef bagel was absolutely melt in your mouth, to.die.for, scrumdiddlyumptious! I could have eaten another one (or two) it was that good! But watch out, it is spicy, and had me grabbing for my water bottle every few bites! I can't wait to go back and try more of their toppings. Here's a taste of what else is on offer: - Scrambled eggs, prosciutto and thyme (ideally a breakfast bagel - they open at 7am) - Pastrami with hot wholegrain mustard and smoked Swiss cheese - Avocado smash with lemon and chilli flakes - Peanut butter or nutella! Highly recommend trying out Vulcan Lane Bagels! Plus everything they serve is under $10 - absolute bonus!

I dropped by this relatively new spot on Vulcan Lane the other day, after wondering for weeks where…read moreexactly it could be! It's literally a little window, blink and you might miss it... just look for a huddle of people on a weekday - they seem to have a lot of regulars from the nearby offices! I couldn't decide if I should be annoyed or amused by the service here. The guys working are super friendly, but this means they are chit chatting away with the customers (particularly the ladies, let's be honest) while a line is building up behind them. With just the two of them working, it makes for slowww service, but verrrrry friendly and personal service. Basically, don't drop in for a quick takeaway coffee and bagel on the run, it's more like a beachside cafe on island time at a takeaway window on Vulcan Lane. The bagel was pretty good - I got some kind of riff on a normal offering in order to get melted cheese and avocado together with some chili flakes. It's not a giant NY style bagel (still haven't found a proper NY bagel here, I know I know) but it'll satisfy in the meantime. They were happy to mix and match their offerings, and their bagel/coffee special is the best deal in town (you get your coffee for $2 - whatever kind you want!) Only problem, you guessed it, the guys got chatting and my coffee was waylaid until I reminded them. Great coffee once I got it though!

Stumbled upon this and we were SO happy! The food is amazing. The coffee was perfect. The juice was…read moredelicious. The barista/waitress/cook did it all and we felt so taken care of. Will definitely come back! Such a lovely hole in the wall cafe.

Amazing food, coffee, and even better service. Highly recommend for a quick breakfast.read more

Always one of my all time favorite places to have breakfast when visiting Auckland. Love the staff,…read morevery welcoming & friendly. Ambiance is very relaxing & inviting.

Let me first start off saying this is my new favorite spot in Auckland New Zealand. A friend told…read moreme about this cafe and this was my first stop. I opted in for the avocado toast and side of mushrooms! The avocado toast was probably the best avocado toast I have ever tried! It was huge! The big pieces of avocado and the delicious sour dough bread. It was topped with a cream picked onions and a chutney delicious. The mushrooms were truffled. So good! The portion is big enough to share. As I was walking through the line I noticed they are famous for the hot cross buns! I got one with butter and could have eaten two more. Truly amazing! I was so in aw by this place before I left Auckland I came again and got the turkey sandwich. This is truly a staple in Auckland. They have pastries, sandwiches, salad anything you could want. 5 stars amazing. Must try!

Best breakfast sandwich I have ever had (period)!…read more The mushroom egg sandwich. The service is very kind. And it is a great place to get some work done

Delicious coffee and a very tasty peanut butter / dark chocolate muffin ! Will go again !read more

I miss uni days at AUT solely for the once a week trip (trying to keep it healthy of course) to…read moreGlobal Sandwich. It's right around the corner from the AUT Tower so convenience-wise, it was A+. The chicken rolls here are seriously good and I really like their baked goods as well! I'm a big fan of their caramel slice and still crave it every now and then. They sell a variety of foods so they cater for whatever you're feeling like. Admittedly, I've never had one of their sandwiches. And that was because I was obsessed with their pies (mince and cheese to be precise). I can assure you you probably won't find one better in the CBD, these babies are usually gone by lunchtime, and knowing your luck it'll be the one you were thinking about all morning! But I'd suggest getting one anyway, that pie pastry they make is amazing. Global Sandwich is the best place to spend that extra change and more.

The only place in Auckland you can fuel up on goodies for $3.70! Yes yes y'all $3.70! After a…read morecertain time, the sandwiches and rolls at Global Sandwich go on sale, half price for the items that are displayed at the entrance. For me this is heaven, nothing satisfies a student more than cheap food! I saw the sign as I was about to head into Imax food court but I ran across the road to Global Sandwich. I bought a smoked chicken sandwich on five grain bread and a banana muffin. This cost me $3.70! If you don't believe me head down there yourself. Apart from the cheap price it's nice to know that they are some honest people in this world who don't recycle their food stock.

Loved the coffee and food!! It was so nice to sit outside on a lovely spring morning!! Service was…read moreexcellent.

Came for breakfast and sat on their patio. We got the ricotta pancakes with a side of bacon. It was…read morequite tasty. A good breakfast option in the area

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.

One of the best burgers I've had. Period. Why?…read more Al Burger flavor was succulent with lots of flavor on every bite. The meat was cooked perfectly. The bun was had the right amount of crisp. Al's sauce was the bonus that took it all over the top. I added the combo for a complete meal. The coleslaw had enough a unique tangy taste. The pickle and fries were ok. I will try the poutine fries next. Service was solid. I didn't know you pay at the register, but I was really satisfied with my meal that the extra time waiting to find out didn't matter. Al's Deli is a solid spot for a 5-Star burger.

New owners now, sadly it is not the original owner, Al from Montreal…read more Unfortunately the food and customer service has gone downhill and they no longer offer a genuine Canadian experience when it comes to their food.