Fritha’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Lovely parkland, botanical and New Zealand cultural destination, entry to War Memorial Museum by donation.
250 residents recomanen
Auckland Domain
Park RoadLovely parkland, botanical and New Zealand cultural destination, entry to War Memorial Museum by donation.
Maunga(mountain)whau(a native tree) is your local mountain and ultimate splendid viewing spot from which to survey Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland, the city of a thousand lovers) and what’s left of the 55 volcanic cones extending across and forming the landscape. A bracing walk from your HQ in Eden Terrace, this one would really prove your ebike’s value!
154 residents recomanen
Mount Eden
Maunga(mountain)whau(a native tree) is your local mountain and ultimate splendid viewing spot from which to survey Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland, the city of a thousand lovers) and what’s left of the 55 volcanic cones extending across and forming the landscape. A bracing walk from your HQ in Eden Terrace, this one would really prove your ebike’s value!
Food scene
Goodness Gracious Cafe
2A New N RdExcellent coffee, bagels and hip urban ambience.
Ultra Hipster coffee establishment boasting highest grade coffee and a range of baking and counter food.
coffee Pen
6 Basque RoadUltra Hipster coffee establishment boasting highest grade coffee and a range of baking and counter food.
Legendary top shelf cuisine. No more words required. Booking essential.
46 residents recomanen
Sid at The French Cafe
210 Symonds StLegendary top shelf cuisine. No more words required. Booking essential.
Seasonal, local, new and exciting. For a very special occasion or the well resourced serious foodie “a cross between degustation and a la carte: the three-course menu gives you the choice from four entrees, four mains and two desserts; opt for five courses and the kitchen decides for you.”
7 residents recomanen
Lillius Restaurant
19 Khyber Pass RdSeasonal, local, new and exciting. For a very special occasion or the well resourced serious foodie “a cross between degustation and a la carte: the three-course menu gives you the choice from four entrees, four mains and two desserts; opt for five courses and the kitchen decides for you.”
Night time magic as historic St Kevin’s Arcade transforms to accommodate this buzzing ultra cool Lebanese experience. Early dinners get a great discount on “Jeeb” meaning basically “feed me!” The Sartori methode sparkling is a delight and this is a place to experience.
16 residents recomanen
Gemmayze Street
Poynton TerraceNight time magic as historic St Kevin’s Arcade transforms to accommodate this buzzing ultra cool Lebanese experience. Early dinners get a great discount on “Jeeb” meaning basically “feed me!” The Sartori methode sparkling is a delight and this is a place to experience.
Evening Drinks
Local intimate bar, attached to day–time café (Café 23), with courtyard garden seating and back room (great for private functions). Cocktails and extensive range of quality drinks at this local gem.
7 residents recomanen
The Corner Store
25 Mount Eden RdLocal intimate bar, attached to day–time café (Café 23), with courtyard garden seating and back room (great for private functions). Cocktails and extensive range of quality drinks at this local gem.
Hip pop culture and amazing local brews (ever changing) in this pinball and space–invaders styled space. Don’t miss Mix Your Own Bloody Mary’s on Sunday!
Save Ferris
224 Symonds StHip pop culture and amazing local brews (ever changing) in this pinball and space–invaders styled space. Don’t miss Mix Your Own Bloody Mary’s on Sunday!
Day to Evening Drinking and Eats
Classic ale house — long–standing Auckland landmark microbrewery. Traditional drinking and pub food.
35 residents recomanen
Galbraith's Alehouse
2 Mount Eden RdClassic ale house — long–standing Auckland landmark microbrewery. Traditional drinking and pub food.
$6 Burgers EVERY day 4–7 PM! Friendly bohemian feel drinking and often live music. ‘Portland has quickly become a hip institution in Kingsland. Enjoy street art and meet some locals downing Espresso Martinis. Specials most nights include $10 Cocktail night.
48 residents recomanen
The Portland Public House
463 New N Rd$6 Burgers EVERY day 4–7 PM! Friendly bohemian feel drinking and often live music. ‘Portland has quickly become a hip institution in Kingsland. Enjoy street art and meet some locals downing Espresso Martinis. Specials most nights include $10 Cocktail night.
K–Rd legend and reliable open all day and evening coffee destination. Food and alcohol are supporting players, location, locals, dj sounds and coffee are the stars.
12 residents recomanen
Verona Cafe
169 Karangahape RdK–Rd legend and reliable open all day and evening coffee destination. Food and alcohol are supporting players, location, locals, dj sounds and coffee are the stars.
Neighborhoods
Cafés, bars and a handful of unique New Zealand shopping destinations. Your local pharmacy. On the Western Train line. Oh, and barbers 💈 for that quick grooming emergency!
47 residents recomanen
Kingsland
New North RoadCafés, bars and a handful of unique New Zealand shopping destinations. Your local pharmacy. On the Western Train line. Oh, and barbers 💈 for that quick grooming emergency!
Auckland’s food mile—gentrification is complete in this historic neighbourhood heaving with shopping, food, drinking and even late night dancing. It’s close but up one of Auckland’s famous volcanic ridges so maybe get on your ebike!
114 residents recomanen
Ponsonby
Auckland’s food mile—gentrification is complete in this historic neighbourhood heaving with shopping, food, drinking and even late night dancing. It’s close but up one of Auckland’s famous volcanic ridges so maybe get on your ebike!
“K–Rd” bohemian central. In this dispersed city this stretch of road is a little slice of colour. Search beyond the frontages to find character shopping, bars and cafés. Night time opens a world of activity. Rainbow friendly!!!
8 residents recomanen
Karangahape Road
Karangahape Road“K–Rd” bohemian central. In this dispersed city this stretch of road is a little slice of colour. Search beyond the frontages to find character shopping, bars and cafés. Night time opens a world of activity. Rainbow friendly!!!