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 The city escape |
393 State Highway 16 P. O. Box 253, Kumeu Auckland 1250 New Zealand +64 9 412 7206 http://www.allelyhouse.co.nz |
Escape to the charm of Allely House, situated on the Selaks vineyard estate. The veranda overlooks gardens and vineyards, where visitors can work up an appetite playing petanque, croquet, volleyball, or even horseshoe tossing. On Sundays, sit back and enjoy live music. Also available for private functions, Allely House hosts many weddings and corporate events. Buffets or set menus can be arranged for groups. A broad range of regional wines is offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Across from the beach |
409 Tamaki Drive St Heliers Auckland 1005 New Zealand +64 (0)9 575 5239 |
Set right on the footpath overlooking St Heliers beach, Annabelles is a traditional café serving coffee, tea and light lunches during the day and Mediterranean-style meals at night. Crowded on weekends and warm summer evenings, Annabelles personifies the laid-back attitude of St Heliers. The service is quick and the staff is friendly. You get to choose from a variety of seafood; a hint of spices from the east makes the cuisine all the more tempting. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Spectacular views |
1 The Promenade Takapuna Auckland 1309 New Zealand +64 (0)9 488 0678 |
Enjoy spectacular views of Rangitoto Island from the Takapuna branch of Daikoku--the Japanese God who provides delicious food. The restaurant is popular for business lunches, and group and family dinners. The chef entertains while cooking at your table. There is Teppan steak, Teppan scallops, and the Seafood Combination dish has crayfish, scallops and squid. Daikoku is fully licensed and also offers al fresco dining. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tranquility, grace and fine dining |
34 Pomona Road Kumeu Auckland 1250 New Zealand +64 (0)9 412 8622 http://www.gracehill.co.nz/ |
In West Auckland's wine country, Gracehill Vineyard offers buffet and set menus in a charming country garden setting overlooking the vineyards. It specialises in hosting functions from weddings to corporate events where there are also set menus for canapes and hors d'oeuvres. Guests can enjoy lunch in the courtyard or a more cosy dinner by the open fire. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lovely views |
19 Tamaki Drive Okahu Bay Auckland 1005 New Zealand +64 (0)9 521 4400 |
Located just five minutes drive from central Auckland, Hammerheads was awarded a 1998 New Zealand Tourism Award. The restaurant is large and airy, ideal for business or family groups and functions. The views of the bay and the city skyline are unbeatable. The restaurant specializes in fresh seafood, however there is plenty of variety for those preferring something from the land, including vegetarian dishes. The Hammerheads Rockpool-a selection of their best seafood entrees and mains is a conversation stopper! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine country dining |
Waikoukou Valley Road Waimauku Auckland 1250 New Zealand +64 (0) 411 8259 http://www.thehuntinglodge.co.nz |
Built in 1868, this lovely colonial cottage, nestled amongst the Matua vineyards, is a special treat away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The Hunting Lodge specialises in hearty local fare, such as seafood chowder, lamb shanks on a sage and onion mash, peppered venison with a juniper berry glaze and desserts such as sticky chocolate fudge brownie. Their excellent web site details all the options from functions and heli-lunching to romantic dinners and accommodation for two. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All day, every day |
2 Killarney Street Takapuna Auckland 1309 New Zealand +64 (0)9 489 9409 |
A long-established feature of Takapuna, Killarney Street Brasserie continues to be a very popular place for a business lunch, special occasion or casual meal with friends. Spacious and airy, the kitchen opens onto the dining area. There is a large fireplace, decks, and views out over the Hauraki Gulf. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beachside dining |
200 Beach Road Torbay, North Shore Auckland 1311 New Zealand +64 9 473 5436 |
This restaurant perched upon the sand dunes overlooks beautiful Long Bay Beach. French doors open onto beachside decks for al fresco dining, or close tight against inclement weather. The restaurant accepts bookings for private parties, including weddings. The restaurant's interior features wooden beams and pitched ceiling; windows dominate the seaward aspect. Tables are simply adorned in white linen. The atmosphere is warm and casual. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Community gallery for Waitakere City |
Corner Titirangi & South Titirangi Roads Titirangi Auckland 1007 New Zealand +64 9 817 8087 http://www.lopdell.org.nz |
Lopdell House stands proudly on the ridge next to the Titirangi shops. Galleries on two levels show exhibitions of contemporary fine art and crafts, both local and international. This is also the public art gallery for Waitakere City, promoting seasons of New Zealand film, new music and performance, workshops and public forums, lectures, seminars and debates. The building also houses a theatre, a shop offering fine quality art and craft wares and Lopdell's Bar and Restaurant, with superb views of the Waitakere Ranges and Manukau Harbour, is on the top floor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Intimate affordable Italian |
31 Melanesia Road Kohimarama Auckland 1005 New Zealand +64 (0)9 528 9506 |
Located in the quiet suburb of Kohimarama, about 10 minutes drive from central Auckland, this small, intimate Italian place offers superb cooking and a relaxed and homely atmosphere. Try the Calamari Fritti tossed in garlic, lemon and parsley sauce. Do try Involtini alla Romana--veal stuffed with cream cheese, ham and spices and topped with wine and mushroom sauce. There are just a few desserts--as an alternative, end your meal with one of Mamma Rosa's special coffees. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Dine in an island paradise |
Church Bay Road Oneroa, PO Box 130 Auckland 1240 New Zealand +64 9 372 9050 http://www.mudbrick.co.nz/ |
Here at Mudbrick, top-end cuisine is served amongst grapevines and the view takes your breath away. Beautifully crafted out of "mud bricks", the restaurant and winery blend in with the vineyard and landscaped gardens. The interior successfully evokes the style of European winemaking culture. Head Chef Carsten puts his many years of experience in European kitchens to excellent use. Accompany your meal with a glass of Mudbrick Cabernet Sauvignon Blanc, one of many local wines on the list. A cellar shop operates at weekends with tours and tastings, and Mudbrick also caters to functions and conferences. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gulf harbour dining |
Harbour Village Drive Gulf Harbour Auckland 1463 New Zealand +64 9 424 3549 |
Overlooking the marine village and canal basin at Gulf Harbour, Nautilus offers upbeat brasserie-style dining. The interior is stylish and modern with lofty ceilings, polished wooden floors and a bank of bi-fold windows opening out over the canal basin lending an al fresco feeling of space and light. There is seating for over 100 diners. Nautilus features a wood fired pizza oven and a rotisserie expertly handled by a team of experienced international chefs. The service is warm and friendly. Nautilus features a wood fired pizza oven and a rotisserie expertly handled by a team of experienced international chefs. The service is warm and friendly. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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St Heliers society |
14 Turua Street St Heliers Auckland 1005 New Zealand +64 (0)9 575 5252 |
Set in one of the oldest buildings in St Heliers, Cafe Freddino specializes in traditional Devonshire teas served in a comfortable garden setting. Frequented by a loyal following of long-time customers, Cafe Freddino harks back to the days of leisurely mid-afternoon tea breaks. A cool garden setting offers a quiet alternative to the non-stop bustle of the St Heliers waterfront. Friendly service and traditional settings are a trademark. Breakfast, light lunches, cakes, muffins, sandwiches and quiches are also served through the day with coffees, teas and cold drinks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicious Delectables |
50 Ahuroa Road Puhoi Auckland 1243 New Zealand +64 (0)9 422 0604 http://www.puhoicottage.co.nz/ |
Less than a minute down the road from the historic Puhoi pub, stands one of the oldest tea rooms in New Zealand. Puhoi Cottage, almost 100 years old, is also perhaps the oldest tea room in the country serving Devonshire Cream Teas. Gorge on delicious scones, cakes and other savouries like steak pies, chicken and beef rolls, quiche and salads. You also have a choice of other beverages like hot chocolate, coffee and herbal tea. Reach this place either by road or by canoeing down the Puhoi river. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Brewing on the shore |
134 Hurstmere Road Takapuna Auckland 1309 New Zealand +64 9 486 6330 http://www.rtoto.co.nz/ |
R'Toto has a great atmosphere and ambience and brews excellent beer on site. Lava Lager is the most popular, with a clean crisp taste. Crater Ale is a bit heavier and more colourful, while Black Rat Dark Ale provides the full-bodied taste and texture one would expect from the name. They also brew a Raspberry Rat and a Lava Lite as well as other speciality beers. The bistro-styled food is equally excellent and imaginative, from the seafood pizza to market fresh fish of the day in hollandaise, pesto or apricot dipping sauce. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fruit-based wines, handcrafted beers |
1171 Coatesville-Riverhead Highway 28 Kumeu Auckland 1250 New Zealand +64 9 412 8595 |
Riverhead Estate offers complimentary tasting of their unique fruit-based wines and handcrafted beers. This is the home of Pilot Bay 100% naturally brewed beer. Glennie's Restaurant, open for brunch, lunch and dinner, features casual dining and drinking in a relaxed atmosphere. With a cosy fireplace and mulled wine in winter, and dining on the al fresco terrace in summer, the Estate caters to variable weather. Function rooms are available for groups of up to 70 people. Traditional hearty fare is the focus of the menu at Riverhead with a full selection of meat dishes, seafood, salads and desserts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cool and contemporary |
425 Tamaki Drive St Heliers Auckland 1005 New Zealand +64 (0)9 575 9969 |
Lava enjoys a delightful vista of the harbour. Cool, white and colonnaded, Lava's attractive exterior is matched by the contemporary, comfortable interior. It is popular at the weekends for hearty brunch. In the evenings the menu is creative and extensive. For an entrée, try clam and crab fritter with smoked tomato coulis and for a main, duck breast and leg confit with ginger kumara mash and how about rhubarb brulee for dessert? Lava is fully licensed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Grape vines and olive groves |
80 Onetangi Road Waiheke Island Auckland 1240 New Zealand +64 9 372 8822 http://www.stonyridge.co.nz/ |
Overlooking vineyards and pastures the cafe provides a relaxing vista to compliment your lunch. Vineyard and olive grove tours/tastings are available to the public at weekends by arrangement. The cafe is equipped with casual garden-style furniture. International dishes are cleverly infused with a taste of New Zealand. Choose from Stonyridge Vineyards Chardonnay, Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, and Cabernet Merlot wines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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