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.
Brothers beer is a place that has everything that a beer fanatic has ever wished for. With almost 200 types of beers which include American, European, Australian, Belgian, or even beers brewed in New Zealand; this bar is a paradise for a beer lover. They have a brewery in the same space, which makes it even more unique. On some nights, live music adds more beauty to the ambiance of this place. The bar has a Tasting Lounge where myriad kinds of beer can be savored. It also serves as a venue for some events such as Beer Challenge, Tap Takeovers, etc. Their beers can be purchased through their website and even at the bar.
Palm Court at The Langham Auckland is an elegant bar and eatery. Here the guests get to indulge in delicious afternoon tea, with pastries and lite bites. the bar is known to serve a wide variety of champagnes, craft cocktails and other alcoholic beverages, throughout the day. The place has a very delicate aura attached to it, featuring pastel hues and rich furnishings. For an afternoon get together with friends or a classy dining session, head to it Palm Court at The Langham Auckland.
If you are a party animal wanting to groove to the best of the beats all night and enjoy like there’s no tomorrow, this one needs your attention. Neck Of The Woods, located in the Auckland central business district's Melodics building, is a one-stop destination where you can have a drink at the bar, dance to live music, take in the gallery space, and spend quality time having fun with loved ones. Locals and visitors alike throng to this establishment for the safe environment it provides as well as the welcoming staff that looks after you till you go regardless of your race, gender, or sexual orientation.
Pocket Bar & Kitchen is a cozy space with a glass roof that acts as a nice sun trap turning it into a fun spot for all your social evenings. The interiors are almost all done up in wood with lush greenery and huge planters giving it a homely vibe. The outdoor space has a bricked wall with mural art that gives it a distinct character. You can also listen to DJ-spun music on Saturdays and live music on Sundays. The kitchen serves delicious North African spiced lamb chops, tempura seaweed chips, tarakihi sliders with tartare sauce and a green tahini hummus with pine nuts, broad beans, and crispy flatbread. The bar serves everything you will expect from a decent watering hole: wines, beers on tap, and ciders. But the most interesting refreshments are the house cocktails which are made with different spirits mixed with fermented water kefir and sparkling water, or if you want an alcohol-free option, just the latter two. A good choice is the Bombay Blush made with elderflower, Bombay Sapphire Gin, lemon, and honey.
Sardines is known for its excellent cocktails and is located in the middle of the Viaduct Harbour which makes it a popular and preferred destination for the locals and tourists alike. The decor is vibrant and chic at the same which sets the holiday mood and the outdoor area overlooking the pristine water body is a sight to behold during the day. At night, the lights and the parked sail boats make for a lovely view, giving you a few moments of peace. They have a spectacular drinks list with a collection of some of the world's finest wines, beers and refreshing, heady cocktails like The Manhattan Project and Old Cuban. The energy and the vibe of this place are upbeat and it is a great spot for socializing and meeting the locals as well as other travelers or relax at while soaking in the sun.