Not that down with the Pleasantville surroundings but I am down with Charlie & George…read more I recently stopped here for breakfast on the way to an early meeting in Mt Wellington. Having spent next to no time in the area, I was stoked to find C&G, and even more stoked when I walked in and saw they use Kokako beans. For brekkie, I ordered the smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel, which came out with dressed salad of rocket, onion and capers. I usually prefer such accompaniments on my bagel, undressed, but with the generous amount of salmon and C.C already on there I totally forgot about it. Also, they mix fresh herbs through their cream cheese - big tick in my book. Perhaps, what stood for me the most though, was the service. Just little things - like the barista chatting to me while she made my coffee, bringing over water as soon as I sat down or asking how my meal was part way through - sometimes it's just the little things that make all the difference. On a final note, they have terrariums for table numbers!

The coffee is great and so is the design and atmosphere of the cafe. However we were a bit…read moredisappointed on the food in terms of taste and presentation. The order was very quickly served but it lacked the presentation n taste that I look for in a Saturday brunch. I don't need to rush and would appreciate a lovely presented brunch. The egg benny ordered was bland and do not stand to the usual cafe standard in that price range.

Excellent coffee, gorgeous sandwiches, quiet and nice overall menu! I ordered an omelet and they…read morewere quite happy to specialise my requests. Prices are also very reasonable!

I have embarrassingly driven all the way out to St Heliers to get a Cigana coffee. Man they are so…read moregood. Their baristas are really good; I have yet to have had a bad coffee from them. It must be their own Cigana beans that they use. They are so yum. It's a bit of a humble abode where they make the coffee. It's this little shack in the Sunhill Centre that doesn't have much to it. But don't let that fool you; they know how to do all the things that matter for a café well. They have a cute selection of pastries and bread for you to pick up on the way to work of for your weekend lunch. They also sell their own beans there which means you can get this good coffee at home. Why not pop over to St Heliers today and see what I'm talking about. You won't be disappointed.

The coffee here has always been consistently good but the service the last few times have been…read morepoor. Not sure if they've had a change of staff recently or not. They don't offer to heat any food for you and they had no butter available for their scones. Eating a cold scone without butter is like eating a rock with a layer of moss and powdery mildew growing on it. Will not be visiting this establishment again.

Spectacular view with delicious breakfast and tasty hot coffee. What more could you ask for?…read more Parking isn't too bad--you have access to the shopping strip just a short walking distance away (if you feel like walking off the food baby you're guaranteed to get). The restaurant presents itself as both cafe and eatery, with a section suited for the grab-and-go clientele as well as those more interested in a relaxing breakfast. We fell into the latter category. Our coffee came out wonderfully presented and piping hot. The breakfast came soon after. Smashed avacado on toast and a fantastically heavy dish with potatoes, eggs, market fish, lightly sprinkled with greens. Add a fruit smoothie to top it off with a bit of sweetness, and you're set for a great day.

i went there last evening with my husband and I cannot tell you how disappointed we were! very…read morelimited menu and very expensive for what we ordered. I had the crab sliders - if there was any crab it was totally camouflaged with mayonnaise and tasteless. My husband had the breadcrumbed lamb ribs, which was primarily deep fat!!! Such a beautiful evening for an overpriced apology!

St Heliers Bay is like the chilled, laid-back sister of neighboring Mission Bay and the restaurants…read morehere also reflect that vibe. On a balmy Autumn afternoon a friend and I were looking for some beachfront dining and decided on the small plates dining at Moretons. No outdoor tables were available when we arrived but waitstaff were happy for us to shuffle ourselves when one became open. We were glad we did; despite the restaurant being largely open there was very little breeze until we were outside. We ordered three plates between us, the prawns, the venison and some fries to share. My friend particularly enjoyed the salsa that came with the prawns. The venison was thinly sliced and well-prepared. I was unsure as to how the chocolate dressing would work but it was a fantastic counterpoint to the smoky flavour of the meat. In addition, we got cocktails (because why not!) - my friend settled on one of the $8 specials and liked it so much she got another. I chose the classic mojito which was ideal for sitting in the sun. Service both at the bar & at the table was a little bit rushed and that's why I've knocked it down to four stars. I can totally appreciate being busy but it takes only a few seconds to smile. Don't let you put that off though; if you are looking for a relaxing afternoon beverage or some deliciously different menu options, this is your place.

I've been here a couple of times to eat. It's always a lovely place to sit, particularly at one of…read morethe outside tables, to watch the world go by. It's a popular eatery - the service is good but I haven't had any trouble getting a table. The coffee is good and there are lovely muffins for morning tea. I've enjoyed savoury cheese muffin and my companion had blueberry. For lunch, my companion and I enjoyed very nice Caesar salad each - mine with halloumi and theirs with chicken. It was all very nice - I would come again without hesitation. Thank you.caesar Salad

Great little neighborhood cafe!…read more Run by a Kiwi chef with his Russian partner. Friendly and helpful staff. Great coffee. A good selection of branch type food. They are starting to bring in more lunch type material. Seasonal menu, adds new ingredients every few weeks. Always amazed by the taste. Has a small children's play area. Highly recommend this place if you have little ones.

From the owner: Moloko Cafe is the perfect place for your morning coffee and breakfast in leafy Meadowbank. It…read moreoffers the perfect setting for family gatherings and nice afternoon sessions with friends.

It's not all in the looks. So true for this place! After reading a few good reviews about Meadow I…read morewas anxious to go out of my way (literally) to check it out. I think I'll need to give them a bit more time to improve on a few things before I do that again. Interior decor - when I say it's not all in the looks it can be literally translated to Meadow. Gorgeous interior sets high expectations for both food and service which, in this case is not what you get. But more about decor - lovely outside area is perfect for afternoon drinks in the sun and the inside area is just beautifully decorated with vibrant blue walls and silver and white details. Very refreshing and promising (the whole industrial minimal look is so 2014!). Staff - considering the rather posh interior and location one would expect slightly higher standard service. We arrived at brunch time so understandably they had a busy patch but I would have expected them to handle it a bit better. Staff was rushing around bumping into our chairs (and each other), dropping cutlery and just overall looked quite disorganized. On the other hand the food came out fast so looks like kitchen staff know what they are doing. At least they did up until the point when thick smoke started oozing from the kitchen... Menu - this is probably the reason why I would love to go back to Meadow once they sort out their service. Menu looks very interesting with a lot of signature dishes and fresh new things to try. Bloody Mary menu looks awesome and innovative (brunch is probably not the time to start your day with vodka or tequila) and their smoothies are divine. Would have loved to have been told the acai bowl would be a bowl of sorbet rather than what one would expect to be a granola or muesli breakfast treat. Food - great quality food with interesting and innovative flavours. There is so much more I'd love to try! Price - Some dishes are rather expensive for the quantity you get but it is to be expected considering the location. On the other hand if the service improves I don't think I would mind paying a bit more for any of the dishes on the menu. All in all I believe Meadow definitely has potential to become one of the top cafes in Auckland with it's beautiful character and well thought through menu. But in order to do so they need to give this place a soul - and that can only be achieved by unique, high standard service and friendly approach.

I've been here a few times and the food had always been great. But each time I go here, I get a bit…read morenervous because it's always packed on weekend mornings - will we get served quickly? Will our food be delayed and, instead, get served up apologies? Me of little faith. My last visit proved my doubts wrong. On a whim, we just decided on Meadow, because it was on the way. It was busy as expected. After a few long minutes of waiting for a table to be cleared, the rest of the service moved quickly and smoothly. My wife had the Meadow Full breakfast, which seemed to be the most popular dish that morning. Really yummy, she said. I had the Huevos Sucios ("You pronounce that very well," the waitress said) and it was top notch. My kind of spicy the morning. We'll be back, of course. Next time, I should just trust them to continue their great service.

Great little spot, I ordered the fired potatoes served with poached eggs and a tomatoes based…read moresauce choosing to obmit the capers that is normal served with the dish, but to be honest a bit bland without them :( Coffee was excellent as was the service. Great cafe and beach if you just can't face the hussle and bussle of mission bay.

The last time I frequented Cafe on Kohi was when I lived in the area 6 years ago. This cafe by the…read morepedestrian crossing on the Kohimarama beachfront has always been quite popular. Water glasses landed on the table about the same moment as we sat down but I have to say that they should ask what you prefer - carbonated or tap. I hate fizzy water and that's what we got. I like the extra touch like offering straw hats for the sun given there is no shade there in the Summer time. Café on Kohi is part of the same group as Takapuna Beach Café and Rosie in Parnell to name a few of the Hip Groups establishments (and all my fav). They all have a similar feel with great food and great service. The place was packed but the food came quickly, the Matre-D was great value and reminded me that I could take a doggie bag home when I found the dish I chose was bigger than my appetite. My platter was made up of Pancetta, Toulouse sausage, smoked Trevally, paper thin pickles in mustard, olives and toasted sour dough. It was great and I did take some home but if there was cheese it would have been perfect. My friend had the rotisserie chicken with couscous and yoghurt and said that was good. The wait for a table is only a short wait so if you haven't been get yourself along there.

Fantastic, fast and friendly service at this great cafe that does everything well…read more I was starving after a session at the pool, so I ordered 4 items to wolf: banana honey smoothie, carrot walnut loaf with butter, large flat white and the GI Joe grill. It all arrived in no time and everything was divine. The coffee was creamy and hot, the loaf had been toasted to just the right temperature. The smoothie was delicious and nutritious, and proved a purrfick 'foil' for the magnificent grill. I really like how there is a little self contained box on each table with the (clean, laminated) menu, sanitiser, salt, pepper, sugar and a plastic flower. The owners obviously care about detail and it shows in every way.

Good coffee, friendly staff. Had the Tuna melt sandwich, which was generously filled and tasty…read more Lots of seating and an outside area as well.

I went here for brunch. I ordered a Latte and the French toast. That latte was really good. It was…read morenice and creamy and had a nice foam design on top. The French toast was great. It was soft and fluffy. It came with a whole fried banana and huge bacon slices. There was a couple apple and orange slices on the side. Staff were really friendly. Service was really fast. There was indoor and outdoor seating. They have a small car park in front. The outdoor seating is dog friendly.