Very disappointing. Tacos we horrible. Order fish taco, beef and chicken tacos. Very small and no flavor.

Great ambiance in local setting. Just up the road from Rise Park. Great rises and a good view of the harbour. Bit of storm damage when we there so some views were blocked. Great creative on the menu, which only has a few options. Very tasty food and we quick service for coffee and food. read more

Very disappointed with our take out order. It was a dirty box and cup of guacamole. If I served this I would be embarrassed. read more

Rosie - Take out looks like it came from someone leftover or the trash. Very disappointing. - Cafes Near Me - Auckland, AUK

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We went to Little Rosie twice during our stay in Auckland as it was walking distance from our hotel. The staff was very friendly and the service was fast even when they were busy. The tea and food was wonderful, especially the chocolate covered donuts and the frittata. It' a cute, little building with interesting art and shared seating. Only downside is that they are supposed to open at 6:30, but we found that the food usually wasn't ready until closer to 7 am. read more

I selected Rosie for lunch after reading the reviews, so I was eagerly expecting a similarly positive experience as I've had at their sister restaurant, Ortalana on each of my prior occasions. I'm sorry to report I was severely underwhelmed. This is a bustling, compact restaurant with tables very close together, as in a diner. No reservations are taken, and wait times for a lunchtime table could be 10-20 minutes. I was seated at one of the narrow tables for two, and the wait staff was very patient and did not pressure me to order, as I awaited the arrival of my friend. After occupying the table for 30 minutes, I then ordered my lunch (unfortunately sans friend). Lunch for me were two starter plates (entrée portions). The menu isn't very clear on the portion size, so best to clarify with your server. Both items were brought out at the same time: Zucchini flowers, feta & pine nuts @ $18, and the Tartine of smoked kingfish, gribiche, and fennel @ $19 (see photos). After being served, I queried the server about the three zucchini flowers that were on my plate, as it looked very skimpy and I saw other plates go to other diners with more flowers (see photo). She replied that it had to do with the size of the flowers, thus only three for me. I accepted this explanation without further comment. Yet, about five minutes later, the manager came over and presented two more flowers on the house. Though the second serving of the flowers was most appreciated, they were served cold, and this is the type of dish that needs to be served hot (or very warm at a minimum). Regardless, the flavors were pleasant, and I particularly enjoyed my first few bites. The smoked fish tartine is really an open faced sandwich. There was entirely too much gribiche served, and it completely over-powered the fish. Gribiche is a mayonnaise sauce made with hard-boiled eggs instead of raw, with the addition of capers, chervil, gherkins, and Worcestershire. This sauce was very heavy on the mayonnaise, and I could not detect any Worcestershire to balance out the sweet. Most diners need to order a starter and a main, though the two entrees (starter plates) provided an acceptable portion size for lunch. However, for a $37 lunch, I thought the value was missing. Bottom line: I do not plan on returning. read more

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Ate here twice. The first night I had the lamb which was perfectly cooked and mixed with a medley of wonderful flavors anchored by peas and mint in a beautiful preparation. The second visit I had the mouse melon appetizer with cucumbers and chorizo which was light, fresh, and perfect for a warm night. I followed it with the line caught fish with a fennel salad and again everything was delicious and service friendly. Two visits and both very good service and food read more

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I am in love with most of the Hip Group eateries, including Milse, The Store, Ortolana and Amano, so it is no surprise that I am now loving Rosie, a busy cafe and restaurant located near the Parnell Rose Gardens. Rosie has been around for quite a while now (almost three years!), so I am a bit late to the party. Having just moved nearby, I thought it high time I check out this popular eatery. So far, I have really enjoyed their coffee, their specialty Valrhona house hot chocolate and more recently, their brunch fare. Their food menu is European based, with all their produce either locally sourced or grown on the owners' farm in Kumeu. Most of the dishes are not your usual brunch fare, so it is the perfect time to step outside the box and try something different. You will find dishes such as roast peach panacotta, smoked fish omelette, homemade crumpets, lamb and kumara sausage with poached egg, stuffed eggplant and chargrilled scampi. We particularly enjoyed the following: - Sprouted bread with smashed egg, courgette and capsicum salsa (lovely presentation and the flavours worked really well) - Two poached eggs with sourdough toast and preserves (this is not actually on the menu, but we found out on the day that eggs any style can be ordered on request) - Homemade crumpets with strawberry, white chocolate mousse and pistachios (if you have a sweet tooth, then I recommend this dish, but otherwise it is very, very, very indulgent. A bonus was that I left Rosie feeling happily full and in fact, wasn't hungry until dinner time!) But the star of their menu is surprisingly not a food dish, but their Chocolate & Coconut Smoothie. Trust me, you won't be disappointed! A fellow foodie recommended this lovely drink, and I am so glad she did. I think I may have found my new addiction! It was delicious and I loved the generous amount of threaded coconut on top. If smoothies aren't your thing, they also make great coffee and more interestingly, a Classic Valrhona House Hot Chocolate, which comes with a small jug of pouring chocolate and on the side, chocolate marshmallows - yummy! Food aside, service was friendly and welcoming and brownie points to our waiter who remained cool, calm and collected throughout, considering Rosie was full to the brim! Will definitely be back to try their dinner menu! read more

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Updated review: Mom went there with friends today. Kitchen staff were wearing casual clothing with no hair protection. Food was awful and had to be remade, but still wasn't anywhere close to what they were. Service was great despite the food. Not sure if they changed management or just gave up... read more

As with any Hip Group eatery, you'll recognise Rosie by the contemporary decor and clean lines that attract young people for being effortlessly chic. If you're like me and you love Ortolana, you'll love the softer and more relaxed atmosphere here. There's detail in everything! If I could take something home, I'd go for the woven brown chairs that on one hand are beautiful and elegant, but are firm and practical enough to sit and eat on. With an open kitchen stretched across the front, it gives you the illusion that you had walked into someone's elaborate dining room with a beautiful chandelier in the middle. Cabinet displays full of beautiful desserts lie across the front and it makes me want to come back to Rosie during the day to experience the cafe culture. Like other menus found at other Hip Group eateries, the menu almost looks like a shopping list, which to the undiscerning eye - can look like a jumble of ingredients. For some reason, you'll feel assured that the chef has a purpose for throwing the bunch of uncommon ingredients together. This can be refreshing, it can also put people out of their comfort zone - not knowing exactly what to expect out of the kitchen! The lamb was beautiful and melted in my mouth. Even with the pieces sprawled across the plate artistically, you actually get a lot of meat on the menu. My only gripe was that the sauce was bit sour and overpowered the natural sweetness of the lamb. The boys ordered "spatchcock" in an attempt to be adventurous to try something unfamiliar. Which turned out to be chicken. Boys being boys, they joked about it looking like KFC chicken on a plate, but so much more succulent and without the grease. That's a tick! Be warned, the dessert sizes are big! If you're already full from the meal and crave something sweet, I would opt for something from the cabinet instead. The combination of flavours were creative and the promised "celery root" adorned the top of the brulee. It reminds me of the dried persimmon I used to make at home - sweet and chewy. Away from the central buzz in Parnell, it makes for easy meet and eat. I'm a fan of dining places that serve fresh and contemporary food. A place where you can sit back and relax after a day's hard work without going through the pulse of the city hub. One visit isn't enough to satisfy - I'll be back during the day to try more! read more

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Rosie is another wonderful cafe from The Hip Group. The menu follows similar suit to their other eateries, with breakfast and lunch options presented beautifully. I have actually come twice now and the food hasn't disappointed. The two top pics are actually the same dish, though mine on the right is no egg but with mushrooms -- eek as i don't like eggs. The one on the left also has the sauce on the side. They are the beef brisket with potato galette. Absoultly delicious, great cooking temperature and both $18 - great value for money. I was def feeling stuffed after that. One downside that bothered me - it was served in a bowl! I realise that these are the "in trends" but its a pain and inconvenient. Serve my dish on a plate please. The pulled beef tartine below - also $18 was not really value for money. Its a a shame because it actually tasted really nice. Great texture and flavour but I was left still hungry. I ordered this when they first opened so the dish may have improved in size - not sure? Dessert was great. I don't normally like cinnamon but i would recommend this sponge as it isn't over powering in flavour. One other improvement I think is the smoothie may need more malt - you wouldn't know its malt and honey otherwise. Overall service was attentive and friendly. Great warm atmosphere and beautiful decor. Btw love their open kitchen! Sorry forgot to take photos of the decor - too busy chatting away Rating Food: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Value for Money: Good 82 Gladstone road, Parnell Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 630am-Late read more

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I walked in and knew I had hit the jackpot! Recommended as one of the best cafes of 2014 by Metro, Rosie is a step above other bacon and egg cafes and focuses on creating visual masterpieces that your tummy will enjoy. It's clear that it's a favourite with the locals, as the place was humming with energy of walkers, old friends, families and solo coffee goers. We luckily scored a table big enough for 4 at the back. The round tables are good for groups but limited chair movement means you have to do a polite tango dance to get out. The menu is a sight for sore eyes with a more contemporary mix. I enjoyed the poached eggs with heirloom tomatos, parmesan and bread crumbs ($19). Not what I initially expected, but then again Rosie is nothing close to boring. It was presented beautifully and all ingredients complemented each other. I washed it down with a mixed berry and flaxseed smoothie which was a great way to get my antioxidants. The service was bang on and our cute waitress was always smiling and on the ball. Water glasses were filled up, plates were cleared promptly and questions were answered. Although Rosie is on the expensive side, if you're getting a bit bored with the usual cafes, this will inspire you. read more

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Rosie (nee Rosehip) is the latest addition to the ever-expanding list of Hip Group cafes and restaurants, which include Ortolana, Takapuna Beach Café, St Heliers Bay Bistro and Provenance. If you frequent any of their other restaurants, chances are you'll recognize Rosie as a Hip Group venture as soon as you walk in - it has the same clean lines and modern aesthetic that make their restaurants effortlessly chic. Brightly covered stools add a pop of colour against the light wooden tables and beige tiled walls, and a stunning circular light feature hangs like a halo above the communal table. Mum and I stopped in after an early morning Airport pick-up in desperate need of caffeine. It was 7am and the place was already bustling - a testament to their committed fan base and that Parnell locals were screaming for a great neighbourhood eatery. The entranceway is narrow and a bit awkward to navigate with people waiting for takeout coffee, but once you get past all that the open plan and floor to ceiling windows create the perfect environment for reading the morning paper in solitude. I ordered the nut granola (14), which was presented beautifully. The granola was packed full toasted seeds, almonds and puffed wheat and came with fresh figs and honeycomb. Chia seed yoghurt was artistically smeared around the bowl and whilst it looked pretty there wasn't enough - thankfully it was served with milk as well! The service was fantastic - relaxed and friendly. And as always the complimentary sparkling water was appreciated. I am looking forward to heading back to try their smoked fish omelette with soft herbs and caper salad! read more

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Third visit, we went at such a busy time of morning but food and service was still served promptly. AND it was delicious. I would say the tables are a little too close together though, you can hear everyone's conversations around you. read more

5 Returned to Rosie in Parnell this week for a delightful brunch catch-up. Rosie, just like the other hip group ventures (think Ortolana and Cafe on Kohi) has a wonderful escape-like quality about it, lending a luxurious holiday mood which makes the hustle and bustle of the rest of your day momentarily melt away whist you enjoy your meal. Featured above is their seasonal Nut Granola with Honeycomb, Passionfruit and a Yoghurt Panna Cotta. I also treated myself to one of their fabulous Chocolate-Coconut Smoothies. The granola has a fantastic toastiness about it, and when combined with the yoghurt Panna cotta just elevated the dish to the next level. The passion fruit was a master stroke, adding a much needed contrast to the sweetness of the honey comb. All in all another unsurprisingly quality experience read more

Rosie - Nut granola with Yoghurt Panna Cotta, Honeycomb and passion fruit - Cafes Near Me - Auckland, AUK

As expected at another Hip Group cafe- it's all clean cut lines in their interior with beautiful stone and tiled walls and clean, open kitchen with upper class feels that's appropriate for an occasion. It sits right on the corner and is essentially a glass box with two floor to ceiling glass panels. Would be wonderful in summer. Lovely woven leather backed couches and chairs as well as pops of colour from the cushioned stools. A gorgeous leaf crown light feature in the centre of the room against the venetian panelled ceiling. Rather busy but it's great for a hearty, filling meal that is also a feast on the eyes. Ordered their smashed herbed eggs and it came on a heavy, dark gray oval plate like a piece of artwork with a swirl of their fascinating, delicious green sauce, strips of house-made chewy halloumi and almonds. Friend got their Butchers sausage, poached egg, agria hash which was tasty and also beautiful to look at. Sparkling water on the table that kept getting topped up by the lovely waiters around all the time in their cute sky blue aprons. They have beautiful Milse style sweets and savoury panini sandwiches in the cabinet. Definitely curious about the salted caramel hot chocolate- for next time. Be warned parking is awful and you might have to circle the nearby streets for a park but definitely worth the food here. read more

I went to Rosie's because it was the closest cafe to my hotel and was pleasantly surprised. It has a great atmosphere and the staff are friendly and helpful. I couldn't fault their coffee and the food was delicious. I would highly recommend this place for breakfast especially if you're a coffee lover. read more

I don't know if it's because I was expecting a cabinet brimming with gelato or that anything Hip Group that's NOT Ortolana doesn't seem to cut it butttt...I was a bit disappointed with Rosie. Here's why: 1. No gelato (sad face). Not sure why they've chosen not to carry their signature frozen dessert but it was hot and balmy and I was really just looking for an excuse to get a scoop. (Note: there IS definitely coconut gelato behind the scenes as it's an ingredient in the chocolate & chocolate smoothie...) 2. Lack of cabinet salads. The cabinet food consisted of sandwiches and desserts only (at least the day I was here) 3. Price. $15 for granola? Really? Yeah, it was topped with nice rhubarb, honey and a dollop of chia seed yogurt but......15 bucks...too much. 4. Wait time. We all know Auckland loves the HG's institutions but still, waiting 20 mins for a yogurt is a liiiitle absurd, What I learned: Will stick with a smoothie ($7) next time - they had some delicious-sounding flavors such as malt & honey, superberry & flaxseed and I'm told they can make any of them dairy free too :) read more

I love the mushroom truffle salad - its so tasty and so yummy! I haven't had a dish as yummy as this for awhile now. We also ordered their super berry smoothie and OMG the colour is so pretty and taste refreshing too! The cafe has a very clean decor and is very stylish. I loved the ceilings and how clever it was done! Its made with many wooden window frames! The light that hang from the ceiling adds another feature to this gorgeous cafe. Their staff is also absolutely wonderful and incredibly polite too! Although we had to wait a wee while for our table, we thought the wait was worthwhile for the lovely food and services. Well done team Rosie - I will be back soon! :) A+ read more

food here is amazing, service was superb and the design is even better! All our dishes were delicious, flavourful and presented so beautifully. I can't remember much from the other companions orders but my was delicious! They recommended me a cocoa coconut smoothie and gosh it was soooooo yum that everyone on my table was stealing it to "taste" that i wasn't left with much ! I ordered the market fish and it was so fresh, sweet and succulent. The texture was perfect with a slight crisp from grilling. the flavours were all there and everything sat on a healthy ancient grain salad. Would i go back? YES, definitely! Although waits here a excruciatingly long, they take care of you and make sure you stay hydrated while you wait. very thoughtful! read more

It's nice close to the rose garden and u can get parking! Tables quite close to each other. Service was very good, food is nice but not as introduced like top xxx something, but tasty. I guess the location gives more score than the actual food. Dessert are quite normal u can find from like store or ortolans I guess they got the same supplier. So I did not order dessert as I was expecting some own made one. read more

Rosie - Beef tongue - Cafes Near Me - Auckland, AUK

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Rosie is virtually identical to some other really good cafes in town (Ortolana, The Store, Cafe on Kohi, Takapuna Beach Cafe etc) that they are probably owned by the same people or part of the same group. The coffee is fantastic. I haven't had that good a long black for ages. Service is always professional and attentive - and I am a sucker for constant refills of sparkling water. The food is great and the menu is very unorthodox for breakfast. You won't find standard breakfast items here. The closest are green eggs benedict, a sausage/egg/potato rosti dish and a smoked fish omelette. However, the best dishes are those you wouldn't normally get for breakfast. I had mushrooms, poached eggs and truffled feta. The combination was fantastic. The other menu items looked fresh, tasty and out of the square and I can't wait to go back and try them! My go to place in Parnell for the moment read more

The new fit out is delightful, so too is the menu and the service. It's light, airy and has cool furniture and small pops of colour. The seating is comfy and i like that the kitchen/servery is all open. The wine list is great with their own range of house wine's including a Montepulciano. I've not been for dinner yet but breakfast is great. A good range of dishes and delicious healthy offerings like granola with chia seed yoghurt and grapefruit with yummy dressings. I had the smoked fish omelette which was really tasty. Probably the best juice i've had with attention to detail - garnished with a big leaf of kale. Unfortunately it's always super packed with Parnell/Remmers yummy mummies so it took a few drive bys before coming in. read more

Always fresh and nice food with good service! I tried Scampi pasta and the fish of the day, and both were just perfect. I highly recommend this place. read more

Rosie - Scampi pasta - Cafes Near Me - Auckland, AUK

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We went there for a sat lunch, sister in law have been waiting outside for 30 mins with young kid and been told we are 10 mins away from getting a table. There is a total of 6 of us, and we were finally seated after one hour of waiting. Food are good but abit to salty for my taste and having to wait for that long for a table, I think I prefer going to other similar cafe such as St heliers cafe... read more

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Perched on a corner site in a genteel neighbourhood in Parnell, the newly refurbished Rosehip cafe was already abuzz with lunch time diners when I visited. The design is effortlessly stylish, like their other all-day eateries - St Heliers Bay Bistro and Ortolana. Seating is a relaxed assortment of sturdy chocolate brown woven leather chairs which you could smell was still new leather. With a mix of colourful coiled rope ottomans. We enjoyed a plate of dark pieces of short rib so meltingly soft and intensely rich in paired with squares of crispy celeriac and sprightly brussels sprouts. To finish we shared a pumpkin and ginger frian and an interesting modern twist to a chocolate lamington with mock cream and raspberry layers. Very delightful and what would you know - gluten free. The service was fantastic and friendly and I would go back in a heartbeat. read more

Great service, delicious food. Local favourite! Open from early (if the lights are on, they'll make you coffee!) until later (before 8.30pm) Rosie offers a wonderful neighbourhood cafe & restaurant with unusual but delicious food pairings, a small but intelligent wine list and a lovely, bright locale near the Parnell Rose Gardens. Although on busy weekends you generally have to wait for a table, they do try to hurry any coffee/drinks orders for those waiting outside, unlike so many cafes. And while the menu can appear a bit 'busy' they are always happy to just make you the basics like poached eggs on toast or customise any of their dishes, where possible. Love that flexibility by the chef! read more

While the server was very nice one item of our order was left off. And the food looks unappealing and like a mashup. It unfortunately tastes not all that great. Just too much going on. I would eat outside or do take out next time. There are simple too many tables and noise to deal with. The location is what it's all about. read more

Rosie is a must go to if your in Parnell! The coffee is always good and fast! Service is AMAZING! They have fantastic staff, best in Auckland for a cafe. However menu is a little bit complicated but it is nice. A bit noisy and seats are a bit of a drama to get Into. Not alot of space for prams and no highchairs!!!! Mums and bubs might not be the target demographic but I think it's important to cater to all. Mums love a good coffee too. read more

The green juice made up from kale, cucumber and apple is healthy, delicious and energising. Yum!

If there is one word for experience at Rosie's, it's consistent. Consistently forgetful and overpriced. Today is the second time they've forgotten something on a takeaway order (I've been exactly twice, so the hit rate is up there). Today I fancied an omelette with my favoured accompaniment, a mocha. Omelette and coffee order conveyed, we proceeded to the till. Anything else I was asked? No, just the mocha. Paid my $17 and proceeded to sit and wait for about 15 mins. Ordinary people may think it strange that I ordered takeaway and then sat at the till waiting for such a length of time whilst my lunch got colder. Rosie's? No. They just let me sit, looking expectant. I eventually inquired as to whether my mocha may appear. It seems they had missed me asking for a mocha. Twice. Maybe the price would be a giveaway....no, it was $17. For an omelette. With no side salad. In a box. Takeaway. Coffee order eventually fulfilled, I was again invited to the till. That's $5 please....oh and sorry we didn't hear you before. Omelette was nice enough... read more

Always a winner. Incredible food, amazing coffee, service with a smile. The Butchers Sausage is my go-to and highly recommended. Enjoy!

Chicken was undercooked and gave me food poisoning, also I ordered a coke which came came to me cold as it was also undercooked.

This is where the prime minister apparently pulled some girls ponytail if your into any of that gossip. Aside from the icebreaker this cafe isn't one to miss. Breakfast is great and I've sampled most of the menu. Smoothies are excellent and their lemon tart is divine. You might be in for a wait however so I would try going off peak. read more

Great Breakfast, amazing benedict! Wish we would have had more time in the area to have another meal. We were staying down the street and the hotel recommended for us to go there. Finished Breakfast and went for a walk in the rose garden wonderful morning read more

I'll never go there again, Expensive, small portion, waitress nice the atmosphere allegiant and quite easy to park !

I was really disappointed after all the reviews. Service was slow, at one point rude and the vegetarian dish totally lacked flavour.

Last night my husband and I had the worst meal we had ever had in Auckland (separate review, another story). Walking home, I said why don't we just go to Rosie's so we end the evening on a positive note. My husband was somewhat dubious (he hasn't been to Rosie's as often as I have) and was worried that it might so wrong. BUT sure enough, Rosie's was as fantastic as it always is. 9.30pm, still welcoming, fine to just have coffee and dessert. I can't speak highly enough of the staff that were working last evening. Didn't get the lovely girl's name (black hair and short pony tail) who was a gracious hostess. In the outstanding category was Channa. That would have to be THE best service I have ever had anywhere. Quietly attentive and intuitive. I was offered a blanket even though I was inside. Somehow he knew that I always felt the cold. Channa is a gem. I hope Rosie's management reads this. That young man needs a pay rise and deserves extra recognition. Thank you Channa. You're a star! read more