Cute restaurant. Nice food and amazing service!!! Had the salmon eggs Benedict and scrambled eggs on multigrain bread with fruit. The couple that runs it were friendly and kind. Will be going back!! read more

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Amazing amazing experience! Came in for a quick lunch and we were certainly treated. The menu was vast and we had delicious food. Super special shoutout to the sweet potato latte wow!!!! Highly recommend both the Turkish eggs and Lamb Moroccan salad. Food came very fast and had a lovely presentation. The chocolate meringue was also a lovely dessert :) super cute inside too. read more

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Absolutely charming little breakfast nook just south of the main strip. Came here with my husband for a gluten-free breakfast and was not disappointed. The Mash Mash was delicious, best corned beef ive ever had! Service was great, and the eclectic interior decoration was cute and interesting. They had no problem with catering to our gluten allergy, and the food came out quick and hot prices are reasonable too. Can't wait to go back! read more

The Shelf - The Shelf Breakfast (back) and Mash Mash (forward) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auckland, AUK

This is a charming, with a capital "C," little place. The person at the counter (owner?) recommended the banana berry muffin for breakfast. He didn't steer me wrong. It was really good. I would imagine that all their stuff is really good. I would definitely go back any time I was in Auckland. read more

Loved the waffles that I had - it came with cream, candy floss, drizzle of chocolate, hash brown. I also got bacon - which wasn't part of my order as they wrongly put it in - but the taste made up for the mishap. At least they didn't charge me extra for that. The iced latte was delicious, it was creamy and rich and good to drink. Price is reasonable for both the food and drinks, this cafe is highly recommended to anyone in downtown Auckland. read more

The Shelf - Iced chestnut latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auckland, AUK

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Nice little coffee house style restaurant. Food was pretty good and Interesting breakfast items. Staff really friendly and nice. Reasonably priced for the type of place. Had the shelf breakfast which was really good and mash mash with a cappuccino. Enjoyed everything we ordered after just getting off a plane Into town. Nice Streat to start holiday in NZ. read more

Ambiance and service was great and friendly. Everything looked yummy. I had the kimchi pork belly egg breakfast. Was a little disappointed. My fried egg was way overcooked. Kimchi was good. read more

The Shelf - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auckland, AUK

Delicious, organic and delightful vibe. Start your day with homemade granola with yogurt, honey, milk, fruit, edible flowers and berry compote. Wonderful breakfast spot in CBD. read more

The French toast was amazing! The service was fast and efficient. Definitely coming back for breakfast again!

French toast's presentation was unique, and the cappuccino tasted great and came with a cute spoon! Would go again read more

The Shelf - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auckland, AUK

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Wandered in here for breakfast. Had special mochas ( truly are something special) I had avocado toast my companion eggs Benedict. We were both extremely impressed. I would definitely recommend. read more

Auckland Yelpers, you have not let me down yet! Was wandering around one morning while visiting, looking for some good food and coffee with my husband. We were sans children for the weekend, feeling laid back and carefree. We walked past The Shelf and I thought, "That one looks cute." A quick look on Yelp and I made us turn around to check it out. What a good decision, thanks to all of you who came before us :) The decor is cute and intimate, light-hearted and clever, including the carved wood covers on the menus that hang on the wall and spell out the word S-H-E-L-F. I had the simple eggs on toast, but it was awesome. I don't usually get all that excited for eggs and toast, but they were both done so perfectly tasty. And then the coffee. We both had vanilla flat whites. The vanilla came as a shot on the side, so you can add as much or as little as you like. The coffee was just plain amazing. I know a lot of folks have already remarked on this, but it was so good I felt compelled to put in my own applause as well. Will definitely be back next time I'm in town. read more

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I'm giving 5 stars because this place serves the best coffee I've ever had in Auckland. I ordered a soy flat white and it was creamy, full bodied and bold all at the same time. Also, it was an actual, proper, real deal flat white (ie: no fluffy foam, just crema on top) which is something I really yearn for as a former barista. I've started coming here regularly on my morning tea break - often opting for my soy flat white and a different muffin depending on my mood. I've so far tried the berry banana muffin and the blueberry, both of which were very tasty, and had a lovely buttery consistency that makes them crumble deliciously in the mouth. When opting for takeaway I am always given a wooden knife, which I much prefer to plastic alternatives, and then dining in they serve your food on cute round boards with adorable animal utensils that really suit the playful atmosphere. The interior decor is like a modern playhouse, very energetic and bright while managing to still come across as stylish. I love it! In addition to all of this, the staff are vibrant and incredibly friendly - be sure to pay them a visit. read more

The Shelf - Choose your beans! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auckland, AUK

I can't believe this place only has 5 reviews! The Shelf came recommended to us from a book I found on Amazon Prime, written by a local New Zealander for tourists who really didn't do this place justice at all! We are visiting from California and New York and heard about the prevalent "coffee culture" of New Zealand so wanted to try as many places as possible. The Shelf definitely sets itself apart. First thing I noticed is the way they present their drinks/food/dishes. Whether it's the cup, the dish, or the tea pot - you can tell that they put a lot of love into their food and thought into how it is presented. These small details set them apart. Even the toilet paper hanger is cute. They definitely have "regulars" that patronize this establishment as I was skipped over in line - "uh, excuse me?" This was a minor setback - I did feel unimportant and hence why no 5 stars. Regardless, the ginger lemon home made tea that I ordered was amazing. Presentation is very unique and original. My tea came with a sand timer so I know when its ready to drink. #genius I ordered the smoked salmon benedict and was impressed and completely satisfied. Poached eggs were cooked perfectly! If you are in Auckland, this place is a must try and comes highly recommended! read more

Each time I walk into this beautiful cosy cafe you are greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. A fine selection of drinks, hot and cold food and delicious treats like the almond croissant. The team at The Shelf are friendly, helpful and with lots of seating options, free WiFi you can enjoy your time here, perfect for remote workers, catch ups with friends or a little treat yo'self with tasty food and drink, it's worth a stop, Thank You Team Shelf. read more

The Shelf - Delicious coffee and almond croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auckland, AUK

I popped in here not knowing what to expect aside from hoping they'd have tea. It's a little hard to tell from the outside what kind of a place it is. They do have several different tea varieties as well as some herbal iced ones. Since Earl Grey is my poison I asked if I could get it iced. I was given a tea pot of very good tea and a big cup of ice. Perfect as that makes a lot of iced tea! There is free wifi -- whoo hoo! I didn't offer any food but the cakes and such in the case looked scrumptious. read more

The Shelf - From inside. Definitely a nice place to hang out for a bit. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auckland, AUK

This place is a treat for my husband and I when we're craving good coffee and something sweet. It's located on High Street in Auckland CBD at the base of the Metropolis building. We love to come for brunch on the weekends. The staff are super friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is nice and homey, the music is always good and the decor is sooo cute! The deconstructed iced mocha is creatively presented to you with the chocolate, espresso, milk, etc. in separate cups for you to prepare yourself. It is absolutely delicious! I also love the affogato as you can never go wrong with coffee and ice cream. It's delightful every time. :) The waffles are my absolute favorite. They are thin and perfectly crispy with just the right amount of maple syrup, chocolate and powdered sugar. Yum!!! read more

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Came here for a drink before going to a game on a Sunday, around 4pm and this place is almost full house! My partner had a fresh juice. Taste great but it's the smallest juice I see...I can finish it in one sip. I prefer my ice latte which comes in 4 components, a shot of coffee, milk, syrup, and coffee ice!! I had fun putting this coffee together and taste great too. read more

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Good coffee (taste and presentation) served by friendly staff on cute wooden boards. A star lost because the food I had was pricey and average quality. Cashier also had no change (at 3 in the afternoon) but somehow that was my fault, you would think they would just waive a few cents and round up the change to nearest dollar but kept on insisting I had to pay exact change - I almost walked. Bizarre customer service. read more

Cozy shop with fast WiFi and good service. We needed a spot to get some work done and crash with our luggage before hopping on a ferry. This was perfect. A few more outlets near the tables would be nice. read more

The Shelf - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auckland, AUK

A very quaint but cute hidden gem in the city... The Shelf provides an awesome experience every time. As bagel lovers, my bestie and I ordered the bagel with cream cheese and jam. She (my bestie) branched out and got a long black.. I, being a tea lover, had the English Breakfast tea. Everything was super fresh and the tea actually came with an egg timer. The decor is very cute and while the music can be quite loud on occasion, the atmosphere is great and the staff really care about their customers. read more

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A bit on the pricey side but it was worth every penny. You can't go wrong here. Creative drink choices and superb presentation of food and drinks makes this place on the top of my must return list. When you walk in they hand you menu's. Pick a table to sit at and review the menu. When you're ready to order approach the counter to order/pay. Sit back down and they'll bring your food/drink to you. I had the salmon, avocado, and cream cheese bagel toasted along with a cappuccino. My friend had the Shelf Breakfast and an iced mocha which came deconstructed. Add this place to the top of your breakfast/brunch places to eat while in Auckland. read more

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You know coffee shops in Korean dramas? You don't? Well, come here to see what I'm talking about because this place is-- Let me just put it this way: I dragged six different people with me out of the many, many times I came here, and they all were converted to The Shelf life. It's a bit of a splurge on a backpacker's budget I admit, but by the time I discovered this my backpacker status was on hiatus'ed (yay short long term jobs). That said, the prices are decent for Auckland, and well worth it given the quality and quantity you get. Brunch here is a must. Bring your laptop and headphones for a chill sesh of productivity fuelled by delicious food. read more

Delicious food, great portions, awesome coffee and a great atmosphere. Come here if you're looking to eat andrew drink very well for not too much. read more

The Shelf - The Shelf breakfast. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auckland, AUK

After hearing all about this spot from various people, I decided to take a couple of my friends there. From the appearance alone, it's five stars. As soon as we entered we were greeted warmly and the same as when we left. The menu has items for everybody and are reasonably priced - I especially loved their 'Toasted Bagel' and their teas, I was happily surprised when it came out in a teapot and a little milk jug. I was able to have 3-4 cups for just $4. Overall a great experience and can't wait to go back. read more

The Shelf - Waffles, French Toast and Toasted Bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auckland, AUK

One of my favourite places to have brunch. The Shelf never lets me down. They have a wide variety of cabinet food and also a great menu with lots of choices. If you are a coffee lover this is the place to go. They have all sorts of cool gadgets for cold brew, my favourite is their mocha. The chocolate comes separately so you can add the amount yourself :) the presentation for the meals are super cute as well!! read more

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This is an update to my previous review because after nine months of living in Auckland, I find myself coming to the Shelf almost once a week (I'm a poor student, so this is quite a lot). The coffee is amazing (I alternate between long blacks and flat whites). The food is great as well--I'd recommend any of their muffins and sandwiches. Service is friendly and attentive, and the decor and atmosphere are basically what you'd expect from what I assume is a cafe run by Koreans (i.e. quaint and kind of adorable). It still gets crazy crowded around lunch time, though, so plan for takeaway during peak hours. read more

Nice latte art but the Americano coffee was bitter and not well brewed. The breakfast menu is limited and expensive. The cabinet food was microwaved and so the bacon and egg pie was not crisp. It also needed some relish on the side Food is served on small wooden boards which makes eating the food messy. read more

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Found this place as part of my ongoing quest to search for a hiding spot in Auckland with wifi connection and good coffee. Stumbled across this place as to my surprise, many places in CBD do not offer free wifi. Sorry correction, good coffee shops according to Metro review. This place is easily missed, has a very low key entrance. Has a modern decor, good lighting, good amount of seats. I had to wait for ~5 min then 4 tables all opened up. The menu is like many other cafe, but they put emphasis on being organic. Coffee is from Coffee Lab with expected good quality. They have some interesting drinks. I see there is cold brew on the menu, maybe will try this in the summer. The best thing is there is free Wifi, with decent speed! read more

Love the location and trendy atmosphere, but the food was a little pricey for what it was. Waffles were really good and the fresh squeezed OJ really hit the spot! read more

Amazing Coffees, hot and cold they do it right. Everything is brought to you with beautiful presentation in one of the cutest store fronts you'll find! Also if your looking for brunch their waffle is delicious! read more

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As a fellow Yelper has commented in a previous review " This place is a bomb. I want to become a regular !! ". I totally agree!! If only i were still an inner city dweller. Regardless it is so tempting to stop on the way home from work , as it is kind of en route.... And now it opens Sundays too, as before quite often we would head into town on only Sundays and always if walking past would want to try it out but unfortunately always shut , until now. I think it may have been because so many people had been asking the owner why she never open on a Sunday....so she told us. Firstly upon entering the staff welcome you and i felt the atmosphere within very welcoming and relaxing. It has small tables for two near the door, some more like bar tops and stools and at the rear of the cafe some small booths. The decor is kinda neat too and i would not say no to it in my house....shelves and more shelves, the menus are bound in wooden binders and on one shelves an array of different coffee implements are displayed. The menu for cold and hot drinks has also been drawing on the wall opposite the counter in cartoon form. I ordered a cappuccino and my other half a Shelf homemade lemon ginger tea. It shows that , as displayed on the wall , this cafe has some of the best baristas in the country ( numerous barista competition awards are displayed ) as both drinks were well presented and taste just perfect. Talking of the baristas they have cartoon like face potraits displayed on the wall. While sitting there i noticed a couple getting an order that came over as a small jug of milk, glass with ice, and small shot glasses of coffee etc.This turned out that this is how they served thier iced coffees..you get given the " ingredients " and mix as you wish. Being a coffee-holic and unable to resist , despite having just had a cappuccino i ordered an iced macchiato ,and out it came, mixed it all up and turned out one delicious concoction. We did not try any food this time, though it looked good what was being brought out to others so will have to next time. All in all, top marks for the service , drinks and the atmosphere. I could have sat there all day if i could have. Well worth it. read more

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Awesome food, very good coffee and friendly staff. This Auckland gem is a great stop if you are planning a trip to the South Pacific or reading the Sunday papers. World class. Try the tomato soup read more

Breakfast - a work of art! Tastes as good as it looks. Worth the hype we heard and the strong recommendation of locals.

This is a very nice Café in Auckland. The taste was brilliant. That day, my friends and I ordered Mocha and Hot chocolate to drink with cheesecake and croissants. The taste was great. The atmosphere was gorgeous. They decorated with Scintillating light which makes the Café really modern. A star deducted because of the waitress she was a bit unfriendly because she didnt smile. But she still tried to help us with everything. It might be because we went there at the nearly closing time, 07:30 am- 04.30 pm. But the male staff was so friendly. By the way, everything was awesome. read more

Love this place! Super cute decor, good location, amazing looking cabinet food. Iced drinks are very artistic and creative, although a little pricey. Good place to meet friends. read more

This place is the bomb! I want to become a regular!! Amazing speciality coffees. I love the place, the staff are awesome too!!! My favourite place in the world :) read more