Eating Out On The Shore - June 2024

Black Périgord truffle season: A culinary treasure at San Marco restaurant

Welcome to a culinary journey like no other, where we invite you to explore the exquisite world of the black Périgord truffle in our exclusive menu.

Renowned for its distinctive aroma and intense earthy notes, the black Périgord truffle will elevate your dining experience to new heights, with fresh truffles arriving every week. The black Périgord truffle from George’s Truffles, a New Zealand grower located in Nelson, is known as a winter delicacy, and is primed for harvest during the colder months of the year. Join us at our restaurant and embark on a gastronomic odyssey to exalt in our best-selling pastas: cappellacci and tagliatelle. We promise an indulgent experience that is as timeless as it is unforgettable. Complement your truffle-infused feast with a selection from our extensive wine list from around the world, whether you prefer a crisp sauvignon blanc or a full-bodied pinot noir.

We believe that every dining experience should be a celebration of the senses.

That's why we go above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of your visit is nothing short of extraordinary, from the impeccable service to the exquisite presentation of each dish.

Indulge in exquisite Italian patisserie

At San Marco restaurant our skilled pastry chefs craft each creation with the utmost care and attention to detail, ensuring that every pastry is a masterpiece of flavour and texture. Come and experience our new pistachio and hazelnut eclairs, crostatina di frutta, strawberry meringue slice, and orange and almond flourless cake with chia seed.

Celebrate with sweet elegance

From birthdays to anniversaries, our masterful pastry chefs ensure each cake is a culinary masterpiece, meticulously crafted with premium ingredients and personalised just for you. Whether you're craving a classic vanilla sponge or a decadent chocolate delight, let us elevate your celebrations with our delectable desserts. Place your order and make your event truly unforgettable!

San Marco Trattoria & Bar - delivering a slice of Italian hospitality on a journey that starts from our hearts to your table.

231 Archers Rd, Wairau Valley, 09 216 7163 sanmarco.tamata@gmail.com

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Open Wed-Fri 11am-late, Sat-Sun 10am-late

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and gelato

You create the occasion; we do the rest!

When it comes to catering, Free Range Chef’s mission is to offer a personalised, bespoke catering service where your expectations and needs are at the top of our list, creating a unique and memorable experience.

We are passionate about all the amazing produce New Zealand has to offer and love locally-sourced seasonal produce. We pride ourselves on using the best ingredients available, being flexible with clients’ requests and competitive on pricing. Free Range Chef was sprung from our executive chef Stephen Weeks and his desire to offer cuisine free from the normal restraints of a typical catering company. Having built a skill set from extensive experience in many countries, Stephen created Free Range Chef to showcase his unique offerings and services.

Over our 13-year journey, we have had the honour to be part of a vast array of events, in unique venues across the country. We are a full-service catering and events company providing catering, beverages, event coordination, chefs, and wait and bar staff, along with equipment for any event.

Whether you are looking for catering to create a bespoke touch to your wedding day, an intimate private chef dining experience at your house, canapés, or grazing tables to impress clients or a large party, we can cater for all occasions.

The Spencer on Byron Takapuna Free Range Chef is the exclusive caterer at the Spencer on Byron Hotel Takapuna, where we provide catering for meetings and large conferences, weddings, 21st birthday parties etc. The Spencer ballroom is a large-scale venue comfortably hosting up to 500 people for a seated dinner, or the space can be broken down into four smaller spaces. The bar area, just outside the ballroom, is the perfect prefunction area for a cocktail event accommodating up to 150 people. Additionally, a boardroom area that seats 14 has natural daylight and is perfect for hosting a small meeting. Our recent Mother’s Day high tea at the Spencer was a great success with mothers from all around the North Shore partaking in our sweet and savoury delicacies, elite teas and barista-made coffee complete with Piper Heidsieck Champagne.

Charter boat catering

If you’re looking for a luxury experience on the water, Free Range Chef has recently partnered with Savoy Charters – a premium yacht charter power catamaran that accommodates up to 50 people. A yacht charter combined with delicious cuisine is the ultimate way to enjoy the beautiful Hauraki Gulf. Until 30 November 2024 we have a special package for a three-hour charter on Savoy, including lunch from $190+gst per person (based on 30 people). Get in quick to book your end-of-year event and celebrate in style on the water with us.

Corporate catering

Elevate your next meeting or event and make your catering easy with our new corporate catering menu. Choose from a range of flavourful, healthy, and creative food to energise your team and keep them fuelled and focused. We offer an online ordering system through our website and a personalised delivery service. Choose from boardroom

lunches, lunchboxes, morning and afternoon teas, wellbeing salads, canapé receptions and grazing tables, and we also cater for all dietary requirements. We have many repeat clients who have used us many times over for their end-of-year awards nights, staff thankyou events and end-of-year Christmas celebrations.

Weddings

Say I do with Free Range Chef! Our team is uber-experienced in making a bespoke occasion for your special day. We tailor-make your celebration and have the ability to bring all the services required to make your wedding day unique and one to remember, from catering to staff and equipment hire – we can do as little or as much as you want! Our stunning menus are designed to suit every taste; and we cater for all dietary requirements, from canapés at your cocktail hour, to a shared plates meal served on decadent platters to each table, buffets, a gourmet BBQ experience, mix and mingle with 'walk and fork' style dining, grazing tables, pizza, taco and paella stations. We will ensure your guests experience a variety of food and flavours and leave your wedding raving about the food!

We have catered at a number of popular venues throughout Auckland and the surrounding regions, and we are the exclusive caterer at McGrath Estate in Waitakere. From Matakana, Leigh and the surrounding areas, we’ve catered as far north as the Bay of Islands, Waiheke Island, the Coromandel area and the Waikato region. Book your preferred wedding dates for 2024 through to 30 April 2025 with us by 31 August 2024 and save 10%. *T&Cs apply.

Private chef dining experience

Celebrate a special occasion with our elite private chef dining experience. You’ll receive personalised treatment coupled with VIP service that you would expect in a ‘fine dining’ establishment. Our private chef experiences cater for any exclusive event from birthday celebrations to anniversaries or a special family gathering at home. Experience a meticulously crafted three-course meal, a private chef and waiter serving, complete with bespoke plates, elite style cutlery, elegant glassware, linen napkins and a personal planner to organise your dinner party; the perfect opportunity for a mid-winter Christmas theme or any other event you have in mind.

Contact the team at Free Range Chef today. 09 390 0120

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Shore ON THE Eating Out

Here at Channel we're proud to support our local hospo businesses in our monthly eating out guide. Try somewhere new this month.

Devonport

Akdeniz Bar Cafe Restaurant

Offering Persian and Mediterranean cuisine. 5/15 Victoria Rd. 09 600 2125. akdenizdevonport.co.nz

Buona Sera Restaurant

Serving authentic Italian food. 99 Victoria Rd. 09 445 8133. buonasera.co.nz

Cafe Hung Viet Vietnamese cuisine. 101 Victoria Rd. 09 446 3368. cafehungviet.co.nz

Calimero

Real pizza, great taste! 163 Victoria Rd. 09 445 2232.

Corellis

Home-style fare. 46 Victoria Rd. 09 445 4151. corelliscafe.co.nz

Devonport Indian Hub - The Asian Eatery

The best of Indian and Asian fusion cuisine. 71 Victoria Rd. 09 445 4263. devonportindianhub.co.nz

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Devon on the Wharf

Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine. 1 Queen's Parade. 09 445 7012. devononthewharf.nz

Flying Rickshaw

Indian cuisine. 97 Victoria Rd. 09 445 7721. flyingrickshaw.co.nz

Khana on the Shore

Indian cuisine. 161 Victoria Rd. 09 445 1546 /021 689 216. khana.co.nz

Manuka Cafe and Restaurant

Mediterranean inspired cuisine. 49 Victoria Rd. 09 445 7732. manukarestaurant.co.nz

Portofino Devonport 26 Victoria Rd. 09 445 3777. portofinodevonport.co.nz

Signal Hill Serves classic NZ fare. 24 Victoria Rd. 09 445 0193. signalhill.co.nz

The Kestrel 1/1 Queens Parade, Devonport Wharf. 09 445 1777. thekestrel.co.nz

The Kestrel

Located on Devonport Wharf, The Kestrel serves modern New Zealand pub food at its finest and a great range of drinks from a stunning wharf-side location. Our sun-soaked venue is the perfect place to enjoy cocktails, tap beers, wines, a locally inspired menu and live entertainment with views out over Auckland Harbour.

1 Queens Parade, Devonport 09 445 1777

The Patriot (Pub) 14 Victoria Rd, 09 445 3010. thepatriot.co.nz

Vic Road Kitchen

57-59 Victoria Rd. 09 445 9797. vicroadkitchen.co.nz

Vic Road Wine Bar & Cellar 53/55 Victoria Road. 09 445 0194 vicroadkitchen.co.nz

Vondel

Vegan and omni eats, 8 Victoria Rd. 09 446 6444. vondel.co.nz

Belmont/Bayswater

Caffé Santini

Alessandro's back offering the best coffee on the Shore! 63c Lake Road, Belmont, 0221 872 491, espressosantini@gmail.com

Daily Bread

Freshly baked loaves and perfect pastries 43 Eversleigh Rd, Belmont. dailybread.co.nz

XO Takapuna

Asian skewers and street style food. 333 Lake Road, Hauraki Corner. 09 486 0003. xotakapuna.com

Vondel

Independent owner-operated eatery in Devonport. Serving food to suit every diet, alongside craft beer, natural wine and small-batch spirits. We hold weekly specials, winemakers' dinners, as well as private and charity events. Sign up to our mailing list or follow our social channels to keep up to date.

Opening hours: Tues-Fri 4pm-late Saturday & Sunday 10am-late 09 446 6444

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Tuesday: 4pm-9pm Wednesday-Sunday: 12pm-late WANT YOUR CAFE/ RESTAURANT TO BE NOTICED?

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Smales Farm, Takapuna

Fantail & Turtle – Popular bar and eatery with alfresco vibe and great food! 09 486 0644 fantailandturtle.co.nz

Shake Out Burgers – 09 489 8223. shakeout.co

Soho Thai – 09 972 2711. sohothaikitchen.com

The Grange Bar & Bistro

A favourite all-day bar and bistro. 09 972 9060. thegrangetakapuna.co.nz

Takapuna

Alforno Italian Restaurant

34 Anzac Street. 09 488-0179. alforno.co.nz

Aubergine Restaurant

European and Mediterranean, 129 Hurstmere Rd. 09 489 3104. aubergine.co.nz

Botticelli Restaurant & Wine Bar Italian eatery, Anzac Street. 021 910 999. botticelli.co.nz

Burger Burger

Eat Street, 40 Hurstmere Rd. 09 390 5348. burgerburger.co.nz

Catch 21 Eatery

Serving exceptional coffee, staple café offerings and fine seafood.

33 Hurstmere Rd. 09 484 0005. catch21.co.nz

Centro Café

447a Lake Rd. 09 200 2277

SMALESFARM

Fantail & Turtle

Dantes Pizza & Casa Pasta

Eat Street, 40 Hurstmere Rd. 09 486 3668. dantes.co.nz

El Humero

Colombian-style barbecue. Eat Street, 40 Hurstmere Rd. 09 489 9973. elhumero.co.nz

Florrie McGreals Irish Pub

138 Hurstmere Road. 09 486 6330. florriemcgreals.co.nz

Flourish Café

Coffee with a conscience, service with a smile! Help Project Employ trainees fulfil their goal of gaining employment. 19 Como Street. 09 489 2266. projectemploy.nz

Francs Bar & Diner

Main Beach, The Strand. 09 488 0016. joylab.co.nz/francs

French Rendez-Vous

French bistro-creperie serving delicious traditional French favourites, gluten free galettes and sweet crêpes. 2a Maurere Ave. (next to The PumpHouse). 09 487 0009. french-rendez-vous-caferestaurant.business.site

Hops & Claret Drinkery

136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 6330 hopsandclaret.co.nz

Nanam

Filipino flavours. 178 Hurtsmere Rd. 09 488 9976 nanam.co.nz

Regatta Bar & Eatery

Main Beach, The Strand. 09 488 0040. joylab.co.nz/regatta

Sakebar Nippon

Traditional Japanese (Isakaya style). 32 Anzac Street. 09 486 2249. sakebar.co.nz

Taylors on Hurstmere

Takapuna's friendliest little wine and tapas bar. 168 Hurstmere Rd. 09 489 9510. taylorsonhurstmere.co.nz

The Elephant Wrestler 138 Hurstmere Rd. 09 489 8030. joylab.co.nz/elephant-wrestler

Tok Tok Kitchen

Asian fusion cuisine. 129 Hurstmere Rd. 09 489 3988. toktok.co.nz

Tokyo Bay Modern Japanese cuisine. Main Beach, The Strand. 09 390 7188. tokyobay.co.nz

Northcote Point

The Engine Room

115 Queen Street. 09 480 9502. engineroom.net.nz

Clarence Rd Eatery 124 Queen Street. 09 480 9600. clarencerdeatery.nz

Northcote Tavern

One of the best places for pub food on the Shore! 37 Queen Street. 09 480 7707. northcotetavern.co.nz

Birkenhead

Abruzzo Ristorante Italiano 13 Birkenhead Ave. 09 418 4202. abruzzi.co.nz

Birkenhead Brewing Company 17 Birkenhead Ave. 09 320 5055. bbc.kiwi

Blitza Pizza 9 Birkenhead Ave. 09 480 5006. blitzapizza.co.nz

Centro

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Flourish Café

Founded on friendship with offerings that acknowledge our fierce independence and appreciation of artisans. Expect fresh and local craft beer, real ale and cider flowing from 15 taps, a wine list covering near and distant regions synonymous with varietal excellence, an extensive gin list enhanced with botanics fresh from our on-site gardens, bespoke cocktails to sip into the evening, and a modern seasonal menu designed to share, focusing on showcasing sustainable and locally sourced produce. Supreme Winner - NZ Gastropub Awards 2024 hello@fantailandturtle.co.nz fantailandturtle.co.nz instagram fantailandturtle

Welcome to our 'home away from home' cosy haven, where smiles abound with friendly service, exceptional coffee and delectable cuisine. Each customer becomes part of our extended family, savouring not only the taste of our offerings but also the heartfelt care that accompanies every visit. Step into our café and let us wrap you in a comforting embrace of hospitality and flavours that delight the senses.

Mon-Sun, 7am-3pm.

No surcharge on public holidays

447a Lake Road, Takapuna 09 200 2277 centroauckland@gmail.com facebook @centrotakapuna instagram @centrotakapuna

Flourish Café provides training and work experience for young adults with learning differences. When you order your favourite coffee and choose from our delicious, fresh cabinet food, you will always be served with a smile. Support our trainees by coming into Flourish Café. Catering available.

19 Como Street, BDO Towers, Takapuna 7am–3pm, Monday – Friday 09 489 2266 instagram flourish.takapuna /projectemploynz facebook Flourish Café /Project Employ projectemploy.nz

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Burrito House

Mexican food. 17 Mokoia Rd. 09 418 2095. burritohouse.co.nz

Chef Rasa Sayang

Malaysian food. 25 Mokoia Road. 09 419 9788

DIT

Dutch Bistro. 3 Birkenhead Ave. 0274613898. ditisit.co.nz

Fika With Me

Cosy café serving funky, flavourful Findianinspired food.

5 Birkenhead Avenue. 09 418 5508. @fikawithme

Jose's Cantina

Mexican. 12-14 Birkenhead Ave. 09 218 6162. josescantina.co.nz

Moxie Restaurant

82 Hinemoa St. 09 419 9082. moxierestaurant.co.nz

Mulan Malaysian Restaurant

243 Hinemoa St. 09 480 2806. mulan.co.nz

Primerose Thai Cuisine

6 Mokoia Rd. 09 418 0555. primerosethaicuisine.co.nz

Real Burger

30 Birkenhead Ave. 021 085 95485. realburger.site

Tasty Tiny Thai Restaurant

52d Mokoia Rd. 09 418 4999. tastytinythai.co.nz

Thai Yum Food Hut

23 Birkenhead Ave. 09 480 6799. thaiyum.net.nz

The Curry Master

18 Birkenhead Ave. 09 480 7211. thecurrymaster.co.nz/birkenhead

The Good Home

83 Birkenhead Ave. 09 480 0066. thegoodhomebirkenhead.co.nz

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Milford

Anokha Indian Restaurant

140 Kitchener Rd. 09 489 1499. anokha.co.nz

Bunty's Burgers

NEW! Gourmet burger bar specialising in smash, chicken and veggie burgers.

89 Kitchener Rd. 09 486 5711

Cave À Vin

146 Kitchener Rd. caveavin.co.nz

La Mexicana

13 Shakespeare Rd. 09 282 0392. lamexicana.co.nz

Monthien Thai Restaurant

142 Kitchener Rd. 09 488 0409. monthien.co.nz

Musashi Japanese Cuisine Milford

212 Kitchener Rd. Phone 489 5977. musashirestaurant.co.nz

PYM's of Milford

The popular neighbourhood Milford Village bar & eatery. Excellent drinks selection with simple but great food. 154 Kitchener Rd. pymsofmilford.com

Stanley Avenue

52 East Coast Rd. 09 410 0066. stanleyavenue.co.nz

Talay Thai Restaurant

83-85 Kitchener Rd. 09 489 9568 talaythai.co.nz

The Hub Milford Bar & Grill

145 Kitchener Rd. 09 489 4480. thehubmilford.nz

Tokki

Modern Korean restaurant. 87 Kitchener Rd. 09 488 0888 tokki.co.nz

Catch 21 Eatery

Takapuna’s latest eatery has just dropped anchor with plenty of sunny outdoor seating overlooking Hurstmere Green. Serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and coffee for dining in or taking away, the friendly 'crew' are all hands-on-deck to serve exceptional coffee, delicious staple café offerings and a number of seafood options, as well as a beautiful range of freshly made cabinet food. Top picks include their signature open lobster burger, seafood chowder, and tasty eggs benedict. Catch 21 is fully licensed and provides a range of beer, bubbles and wine. Open Tues-Sun, weekdays 7.30am-3pm, weekends 8am-3pm. Shop 8/33 Hurstmere Road 09 484 0005 catch21.co.nz/menu

CATCH 21

The Milford Cafe, Bar & Restaurant

7 Milford Road. 09 488 9388 themilford.co.nz

East Coast Bays

21 Days Bar & Brasserie

37 Clyde Rd, Browns Bay. 0800 21 3297. 21days.co.nz

El Greco Greek and Italian Eatery 1 The Esplanade, Campbells Bay. 09 475 5772. elgreco.co.nz

Montrose Cafe, Bistro & Bar 1 Montrose Terrace, Mairangi Bay. 09 478 9610. montrose.org.nz

Paper Moon 437 Beach Rd, Mairangi Bay. 09 479 8872. papermoon.org.nz

Ristorante La Spiaggia Italian. 470 Beach Rd, Murrays Bay. 09 475 5643. laspiaggia.co.nz

Wairau Valley

San Marco Trattoria & Bar 231 Archers Rd, Wairau Valley. 09 216 7163 sanmarco.co.nz

Taylors on Hurstmere

Yellow Hour

Takapuna's friendliest little wine and tapas bar and everyone's favourite local just around the corner from the Bruce Mason Theatre. Perfect for private parties, no venue hire!

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label NV $85 per bottle between 5-7pm daily

Yellow Hour! Bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne only $85 from 5pm to 7pm every night!

Sunday Roasts are back! Served with all the trimmings. Bookings essential.

168 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna taylorsonhurstmere@gmail.com taylorsonhurstmere.co.nz 09 489 9510

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French Rendez-Vous

Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday (no bookings needed) with traditional and authentic French flavors like beef bourguignon, gluten free galettes and sweet crêpes.

Located at the heart of Takapuna with the Lake Pupuke view, we are fully licensed with different ranges of French wines.

2a Manurere Avenue

Next to The PumpHouse, Takapuna frenchrendezvous.booking@gmail 09 487 0009

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WAIRAUVALLEY

San Marco Trattoria & Bar

Delivering a slice of Italian hospitality on a journey that starts from our heart to your table. This is a place that revisits the traditions of Italian hospitality, where food is made in a homemade style accompanied by loving memories of cooking and bonding over food. The team brings to the table combined hospitality skills, as well as secret family recipes passed down from one generation to the other. Eat, drink, feel good - benvenuti!

Wed-Fri 11am-Late; Sat-Sun 10am-Late. Happy hour 3-7pm.

Dinner service starts at 5pm 231 Archers Rd, Wairau Valley 09 216 7163 sanmarco.co.nz facebook instagram @sanmarcoauckland

Hops & Claret Drinkery

A premium bar with amazing tapas and cocktails. Cool and groovy with a distinctive underground vibe, Hops & Claret provides a refreshing retreat in summer and a cozy getaway in winter. Based on over 60 reviews received, Hops & Claret proudly scores 5 stars for food and 5 stars for service. Perfect for small functions or social occasions, catering for up to 40 people. Opens 3pm Wednesday-Saturday.

136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 6330 hello@hopsandclaret.co.nz hopsandclaret.co.nz facebook @HopsandClaret

Bunty's Burgers

Try our smash burgers, fried chicken, and in-house smoked pork and beef brisket burgers, with plenty of gluten-free and vegetarian options available. There is a modern and adventurous wine list and Behemoth beers on tap. This ain’t your ordinary burger joint!

Bunty’s hour 4.30 - 5.30pm daily $10 food & drink specials

Need an event venue? Talk to us about your next function.

Open Wed-Fri from 4pm, Sat-Sun from 3pm 89 Kitchener Rd, Milford buntys.co.nz

21 Days Bar & Brasserie

Tantalise your taste buds with the best steak experience at this beautiful venue in Browns Bay. Explore the impressive selection of cuts sourced from New Zealand, Australia and Japan, where great pride is taken in using the highest quality ingredients, matched with a carefully curated wine and beverage list. The friendly team provides top-notch catering services, taking care of your special events, cocktail parties, corporate events, conferences, birthdays, anniversaries and Christmas functions.

37 Clyde Road, Browns Bay 0800 213 297 21days.co.nz

MILFORD

PYM's of Milford

We look forward to welcoming you to our fun local venue, with delicious food and drink options, a fabulous music selection and a warm and friendly ambiance.

Join our email list to keep up to date with all of our upcoming events. Pym's is also available for private and semi-private events. We look forward to seeing you here soon.

154 Kitchener Road

Milford

Wednesday - Sunday from 4pm 021 413 850 / 021 446 628 drink@pymsofmilford.com pymsofmilford.com/

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