Friendly cafe with great setting at Ardmore Airdrome. Cooked food or choose something from the…read moredisplay. We keep returning because the staff are great and we enjoy the food and drinks.

Best cafe out at the moment - I have not once turned up here and been disappointed. They decor is…read moreon point - colourful and bright but not over the top. The service is wonderful and the staff seem happy to be working there (although they could take orders a wee bit faster sometimes). There are plenty of different seating options, either out the front or out the back - both providing different atmospheres. The food always looks amazing - even when I order food 'off the menu' (i.e. just make up an order). They take pride in the food they offer their customers and ensure that it not only tastes amazing but looks like it tastes amazing!! They also have amazing cabinet food, with gluten free options for those that need them. They are also responsive to images/comments on Instagram which is an added bonus, making customers feel like they're wanted and welcome in store.

There is such attention to detail in every aspect of the food prepared. I've had the Big Breakfast…read moreand the Eggs Benidict. The Eggs Benidict with king salmon on house made ciabatta bread-a perfect poach and delicious. The big breakfast had scrambled eggs with a vaguely citrus taste that was different but wonderful, sausages squares of whipped feta and exquisite roasted heirloom tomatoes and delicious potatoes. As I mentioned every item on the plate is completed to perfection. I'm dying to try their fantastic looking pastries.

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.

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

Fondou Café is located on Hobson street, inside the Auckland City Hotel. Cute little café, very…read morenice workers. They only had 2 small tables, which worked perfectly for us. The food was yummy, we decided to share the quiche and breakfast sandwich. Perfect way to start our day in Auckland.

Unexpectedly good little tea shop buried in the heart of suburbia. I loved my ginger slice and the…read morecoffee was well flavoured and poured.

I stumbled across Garnet Station this week after strolling back towards Westmere from Grey Lynn…read moreafter a meeting. What a find! It's not a shrinking violet by any means so you can hardly miss it. Even if it's a good day for sitting outside I would urge you to order at the counter and then venture into the back room(s) where homely lounge furniture and quirky decoration make it instantly relaxing. I was served an ace coffee and delicious toasted sandwich very quickly and was so comfortable I stayed for another hit of warm brown. They also broadcast Garnet Radio from the premises on a web only basis - check it out on their website.

Can't begin to say how much I love this place for brunch. Off the main road, tons of indoor and…read moreoutdoor seating, low prices, and incredibly friendly staff. Not to mention the incredibly delicious, fresh, large portions and homemade pastries selection. One of my favorite places in Auckland for sure.

Tasty treat one morning when we were looking for a nice place for social breakfast! Muesli bar and…read morecoconut/raspberry muffin with hot coffee drinks were so good! Quaint place with nice vibe!

Every 3 months I forage in my wardrobe for items of clothing I no longer wear. Said items are…read morebundled up, put into a rubbish bag and transported to a Clothing Bin, hopefully for use by the many charities that collect and distribute said articles. This is a great way to rid yourself of "last summers" fashion etc, make room for the new, and if these organisations can make a dollar or two from my donation then hoorah for them! On one such excursion I found myself in Onehunga Mall early on a Saturday morning and in dire need of a mocha! I headed to Brick By Brick Cafe, located at the top of the Mall where I knew I could park my car right outside with minimum fuss. Initially I thought the place was closed as at 8.00am the interior was bereft of patronage but as I pressed my nose against the glass door, it opened. I was immediately struck by the most alluring aromas; think freshly baked mouth-watering wares being hauled out of hot ovens by the tray full! Swallowing my drool, I ordered my mocha and pointed to the most delicious looking savoury muffins (still in the baking tray) and asked for one (I had to fight the urge to order all six!) Helping myself to a chilled glass of water, I sat down and began to peruse my surroundings. I've no idea what this building was in its former life but it is a most impressive structure; spacious, cool interiors, large ceiling to floor windows and my seat was a couch, trendy and extremely comfy. My muffin and coffee duly arrived and with the beaming smile from the waiting-person, I was left feeling most welcome and quite at home! The coffee, muffin and chilled water were all superb and the cheerful farewell on my departure, more than warranted the $5 tip I left on the table. My only regret: I didn't order the other 5 muffins. Maybe on my next visit!

We went here on Sunday for a coffee and snack to share. It was very quiet because it was late for…read morelunch but a good number of people dropped in for coffees. I ordered a latte and my partner had a lemon ginger brew. I was so disappointed that I didn't order the brew, it was soo good and refreshing. Will definitely have this next time. We also ordered a BLAT to share. Yum! The bacon was delicious which was a weird experience because i don't usually like the bacon in NZ The whole sandwich was just a great combination of flavours and the bread was light with no heavy full feeling afterwards. It might have helped that we shared the sambo though I would recommend this place. The food is great and the service is so friendly

i highly recommend this breakfast spot in Auckland. it has a hippy vibe and we were welcomed with…read morewarm greetings and smile by all of the staff. both the coffee and food were amazing. the place is always packed so make sure to come in early to get a table.

Fantastic place, went here several times for morning coffees and a breakfast. Great vibe and great…read morecoffee with great staff. There are inside and outside seating a with great menu with varies coffee and baked good plus breakfast. Love my avocado bread and of course cappuccino. Just perfect for the morning. Staff are friendly and nice. The place is not that big but well layout with plenty of seating in different style from bar seating to couch setting, to table to window seating and outside. The decor is mixed of everything you can imagine a with plans which work well. Love it.