A meal on Auckland’s North Shore can take several directions. Around Takapuna, there are lively places for tacos and Korean comfort food. Farther up the coast, Browns Bay has handmade pasta, Malaysian cooking and a beachfront pub, while Mairangi Bay offers relaxed all-day dining and Vietnamese dishes alongside familiar café favourites.
Devonport brings a different pace to the table. Its village streets suit a long Italian dinner or a leisurely meal in a historic building. Milford sits between these dining areas, making it easy to combine a visit to the beach or shops with a short trip to Takapuna or the nearby bays.
Whether you are planning a special dinner, meeting friends after a walk, or looking for a dependable neighbourhood meal, these restaurants offer a useful range of flavours and settings. Menus can change, so use each venue’s menu link when deciding what to order.

El Greco
Just north of Milford and beside Mairangi Bay, El Greco brings Greek and Italian cooking to Campbells Bay. Its menu is built for a table that wants to share: warm pita and dips can lead into prawn saganaki, grilled souvlaki, moussaka or the restaurant’s lamb gyros. Pizza and pasta give diners another route through the meal, which makes the restaurant practical for a group with different appetites.
The coastal setting adds to the appeal, but the breadth of the menu is the reason to make an evening of it. Start with a few smaller plates and leave room for a substantial main, especially if you have come specifically for the Greek dishes. It is a comfortable choice for a family gathering or an unhurried dinner after time at the beach.
Address: Unit 1/1 The Esplanade, Campbells Bay, Auckland 0630, New Zealand
El Greco Menu
Kids Meals
Kids meals for ages 12 years and under. Served with dessert + select one drink. $21 Kids Menu: Choose your favourite! Pick a pizza or pasta, and we'll take care of the rest. Meals served with a drink and a sweet treat to finish. Gluten-free pizza & pasta (penne) available +$4.
Kids Meal Deal
Choose one pizza or pasta, plus a dessert and a drink.
Hawaiian Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Margherita Pizza
Spaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti Bolognese
Vanilla ice-cream sundae
Sprite
Coke
L&P
Apple Juice
Orange Juice
Desserts
Sweet, indulgent and made to finish your meal on a high note.
Limoncello Cheesecake
made with Limoncello liqueur
Gelato
Freshly, locally made, your choice of Limoncello or passionfruit
Chocolate Orange Panacota
Traditional Italian dessert with a citrus twist.
Santorini Sundae
vanilla ice-cream with chocolate sauce and almond slices
Vesuvio Chocolate Cake
Chocolate cake with a caramel centre
Sticky Date Pudding
with caramel sauce and a vanilla bean cream
Cretan Style Halloumi
Pan fried halloumi with honey, sesame and poppy seeds.
Baklavas
Filo with walnut, pistachio, spices and honey syrup, served with ice cream.
Tiramisu
Traditional Italian dessert with marscapone, liqueur and brandy (Kostas' secret recipe!).
Pizza Breads
Warm, flavourful and perfect to share. A simple start to your table.
Herb
Mixed Greek herbs, garlic and EVO oil.
Napolitana
Tomato, rosemary, Kalamata olives.
Pesto and Parmesan
Homemade basil pesto, garlic and parmesan flakes.
El Greco
Caramelised onion, garlic and blue cheese.
Dips
A selection of house-made dips, served with warm pita bread. Perfect for sharing.
Tzatziki
Greek yoghurt, cucumber, dill, garlic and EVO oil.
Aubergine
Roasted aubergine, garlic, Greek herbs and EVO oil.
Taramosalata
Fish roe with fresh lemon juice.
Crab
Crab meat, cream, onion, EVO and smoked paprika.
Mixed Dips
Aubergine, tzatziki, taramosalata, served with pita and crackers.
Salates - Salad
Fresh, vibrant and full of flavour. The perfect complement to your meal, to share or as a main.
Greek
Traditional recipe with tomatoes, cucumber, onion, Kalamata olives, feta.
Lasithi
A mix of salad greens, beetroot, feta, almonds, cherry tomatoes, gherkins and onion.
Seafood
A generous variety of mixed seafood, drizzled with an EVO oil and balsamic dressing complete with fresh seasonal greens.
Caesar Salad
Roma lettuce, chicken, egg, croutons, anchovies, with a homemade creamy Caesar dressing.
Mezedes - Starters
A selection of favourites to begin, made for sharing and enjoying together.
Patātes
Curly deep fried potatoes served with garlic aioli
Greek Patātes
Deep fried potatoes served with feta, onion, fresh tomato, oregano and EVO.
Brussel Sprouts
Pan-fried in EVO oil with bacon and parmesan (vegetarian option available).
Greek Halloumi
Semi soft goat & sheep cheese, fried in EVO oil and served with lemon.
Mushroom A La Cream
Button mushrooms in a garlic, cream sauce.
Mixed Olives
Warm olives served with fresh bread and olive oil
Gnocchi
Cooked in thick Napolitana sauce served with basil and parmesan
Soutzoukakia
Beef & lamb meatballs made with fresh herbs and thick tomato sauce.
Dolmades
Cabbage leaves stuffed with ground beef and rice, served with an egg lemon sauce.
Baked Feta
Greek feta cooked in the oven with tomato, capsicum & onion.
Grilled Prawns
King prawns cooked on the grill, topped with homemade dressing, served on a bed of salad greens
Grilled Octopus
Served with an EVO oil, fresh lemon and mustard dressing
Sikotakia
Chicken livers fried in EVO oil served with garlic & lemon.
Calamari
Deep fried and served with tzatziki and a garlic & fresh lemon juice.
Scallops
Poached in a mild garlic, cream sauce.
Prawn Saganaki
King prawns cooked in a tomato and feta sauce.
Prawns Ala Gamberi
Pan fried king prawns in butter, garlic, brandy and cream.
Pizza
Cooked on a tomato base with a blend of mozzarella and edam, finished with garlic and fresh parsley. Classic, comforting and made to share. Gluten-free and dairy-free options available, +$6. Large size only.
Margherita
Cherry tomato, basil.
Hawaiian
Ham, cheese, pineapple.
Al Funghi
Mushroom, garlic.
Prosciutto
Ham, cheese.
Pepperoni
Pepperoni, roast red capsicum.
Carnivoro
Salami, bacon, ham, pepperoni, BBQ sauce.
Vegetariana
Mushroom, olives, zucchini, garlic, capsicum, artichoke, onion.
Siciliana
Chorizo, fresh tomato, onion, mushrooms.
Di Costa
(Kostas' favourite) Sun dried tomatoes, feta, onion, olives, garlic, basil.
Capritziosa
Capers, olives, anchovies, garlic, mushroom.
Quattro Stagioni
Salami, ham, prawns, mushroom.
Pollo
Chicken, capsicum, onion, mushroom.
Divino
Salami, ham, bacon, mushroom, onion, capsicum, olives.
Gustoza
Chorizo, salami, mushroom, capsicum, feta, lime chilli.
Fruiti Di Mare
Selection of seafood and garlic.
Pollo Primo
Smoked chicken, blue cheese, mushroom, capsicum, onion.
Di Como
Mozzarella, Parma ham, cherry tomatoes, red onion and rocket leaves.
El Greco
Lamb, onion, feta, capsicum, olives, tzatziki.
Macaronia - Pasta
Classic pasta dishes made with rich sauces and bold flavours. Comforting and satisfying. Gluten-free option available, penne only, +$4.
Spaghetti Napolitana
Cooked in a rich basil and tomato sauce.
Spaghetti Bolognese
Traditional Italian ground beef in a herb and tomato sauce.
Basil and Pesto Tortellini
With a mushroom and garlic cream sauce.
Beef Lasagne
Ground beef layered with pasta and a bechamel sauce.
Spaghetti Carbonara
Bacon, mushrooms in a white wine and garlic cream sauce.
Spaghetti Pollo Picanté
Chicken, capsicum, olives, chilli, garlic, white wine and tomato cream sauce.
Spaghetti Verdura
Capsicum, olives, mushroom, onion, spinach and garlic in a tomato cream sauce.
Spaghetti Putanesca
Capers, olives, anchovies and tomato sauce.
Penné Di Costa
Chicken, bacon, mushrooms, blue cheese and garlic in a tomato cream sauce.
Fettuccine El Greco
Smoked chicken, mushrooms, white wine and tomato cream sauce.
Rosie's Pasta
Chicken, mushrooms, bacon, olives, chilli, garlic, capsicum, EVO oil.
Kokkinistó
Orzo pasta served with eye fillet pieces cooked in a traditional tomato sauce.
Spaghetti Marinara
A generous mix of seafood, cooked with capers in a tomato sauce.
Dry Marinara
King prawns, scallops, mussels, snapper and calamari, cooked with spaghetti, EVO oil, fresh garlic and chilli flakes.
Italian - Piatto - Main
Timeless Italian favourites, full of flavour and made to be enjoyed.
Pesce Del Giorno
Snapper fillet cooked with a garlic, caper and lemon sauce, served with salad.
Scallopini Marsala
Pork fillet in a creamy mushroom and marsala sauce, served with vegetables.
Chicken Frangelico
Free range chicken breast cooked in a cream sauce with cashews and Frangelico liqueur, served with vegetables.
Bistecca El Pepe
250g Eye fillet cooked in a red wine and mustard cream, sauce with vegetables.
Greek - Piata - Main
Inspired by traditional Greek cooking, hearty, vibrant and made for sharing.
Spanacorizo
A classic Greek dish of spinach and rice, gently cooked with herbs, lemon and EVO.
Souvlaki
Free range chicken breast skewered and cooked on the grill, served with pita, served with tzatziki and salad.
Moussaka
Layers of potato, aubergine, zucchini, ground beef and bechamel sauce, served with tzatziki and salad.
Brizola
(Kostas' Father's favourite!) 300g Scotch fillet grilled, served with fries and salad.
Paithakia
(Sarah's favourite!) Lamb cutlets grilled, served with fries, served with salad and tzatziki.
Signature Dish
Our signature favourite. A standout dish not to be missed.
Gyros El Greco
2 x Greek pita with lamb, tzatziki, tomato and onion, with a side of chips.
Bubbles
Enjoy a bottle of bubbles at the table - perfect for sharing, celebrating or simply adding a little sparkle to your meal. Or, if it’s just for you, our Bacio della Luna piccolo is the perfect single-serve treat.
Bacio della Luna Prosecco 200ml piccolo
Lively flavours of ripe apple & peach
Ruffino Prosecco
Ruffino Prosecco Rosé
MDC Champagne
New Zealand Wines
Fresh, vibrant and expressive - showcasing the best of New Zealand’s vineyards.
Map Maker Sauvignon Blanc - Marlborough
Bright citrus, passionfruit & gooseberry with a smooth creamy texture
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc - Marlborough
Elegant yet full flavoured, crisp acidity, refreshing herbal & citrus finish
Coopers Creek Limeworks Chardonnay - Hawke's Bay
Soft & creamy with a bouquet of peach and hazelnut
Kim Crawford Chardonnay 'Small Parcels' - Hawke's Bay
Full-bodied, creamy texture, butterscotch & lemon meringue pie
Mediterranean Wines
Inspired by the sun-soaked regions of Greece and Italy, rich, characterful and made to enjoy with food.
Sensi Pinot Grigio
Fresh, clean dry style. Creamy & elegant
Origines Italicae Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie DOC
Crisp, refreshing with pear, green apple, & citrus
Cantina Di Monteforte Soave Classico
Creamy texture with complex nutty flavours
Cantina La Palma Vermentino Aragosta
Dry & saline white from the island of Sardinia
Spirits
A curated range of classic spirits to enjoy your way. (mixer included)
Gordons
Gin
Bombay Sapphire
Gin
Tanqueray
Gin
Absolut
Vodka
Premium Spirits
A refined selection of premium pours, chosen for depth, quality and character. (mixer included)
Sealovers
Gin
Scapegrace
Gin
45 South
Vodka
Scapegrace
Vodka
Cocktails
Classic favourites and vibrant flavours - made for sipping, sharing and enjoying the moment.
Mimosa
Prosecco, fresh orange juice
Dark 'N' Stormy
Dark rum, ginger beer, bitters.
Espresso Martini
Vodka, Kahlúa, fresh espresso.
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, Prosecco, soda
Coffee & Tea
From barista-made coffee to teas and after-dinner favourites, the perfect pairing for something sweet.
Special Coffee
Affogato
or with liqueur
Iced Coffee or Iced Chocolate
Mocktails
All the flavour, none of the alcohol - refreshing, vibrant and just as enjoyable.
Shirley Temple
Cranberry, lime, ginger beer, Grenadine
Mojito
Fresh lime, mint, sugar syrup, soda
Margarita
Fresh lime, orange juice, soda.

Palato
Palato gives Browns Bay a compelling destination for pasta. This small, owner-operated restaurant concentrates on fresh handmade shapes and sauces rather than trying to cover every Italian classic. That focus makes the pasta itself the main event: texture, the way a sauce coats each shape, and the balance of a few strong flavours matter more here than a long list of dishes.
Order across the table if you want to experience more of the kitchen’s range. A simple tomato-based pasta can sit alongside a richer seasonal preparation, while focaccia makes a natural beginning when available. The intimate scale suits a date or a small group prepared to slow down and pay attention to dinner.
Address: 1A/4 Bute Road, Browns Bay, Auckland 0630, New Zealand
Palato Menu
To Start
housemade herbed focaccia, extra virgin olive oil
VE,DF
whipped ricotta
V
Palato’s San Marzano tomato sauce
V, VE*, DF*
roasted beet, whipped ricotta, orange, toasted pistachio, persimmon vinaigrette
V,GF
spanner crab arancini, vodka sauce, basil oil
fried halloumi, nuts & seeds crust, spiced honey
V,GF
baby cos salad, shio-koji Caesar dressing, reggiano, focaccia crisp
V,GF*
Pasta
radiatore – beef & pancetta bolognese, young celery leaf
campanelle – pancetta, pecorino, mushroom, cream
V*
bucatini – snow peas, bacon, dill butter, pea tendrils, reggiano
V*
mafaldine – 14-hour lamb ragù
DF*
bucatini – prawns, ‘nduja, white wine, garlic, cream, pickled fennel, parsley
mafaldine – Palato’s San Marzano tomato sauce, black pepper
V,VE*,DF*
campanelle – spiced butternut squash, brown butter, guajillo chilli, coriander, lime
V (note: this dish contains ground almonds)
Something Sweet
ricotta cheesecake, passionfruit, matcha crumble
GF*
coconut panna cotta, mango gelée, mint
DF,GF
mexican chocolate tarte, horchata custard, toasted almond

Rosie’s Red-Hot Cantina – Takapuna
Rosie’s brings a bright, busy cantina atmosphere to Takapuna’s beachfront. The food takes its cues from Mexican street food and California’s coast, with tacos at the centre of the experience. Birria beef brisket tacos are a good place to begin; sweet corn ribs and other sharing plates can turn a quick stop into a longer meal.
This is a place to bring friends, order a spread and enjoy the energy of the room. Frozen margaritas and the beachside location make it especially suited to a relaxed afternoon that runs into dinner. If your group wants bold flavours and an informal setting, Rosie’s fits the occasion.
Address: Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna, Auckland 0622, New Zealand
Rosie's Red-Hot Cantina - Takapuna Menu
Share Plates
V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
House Fries
aioli, ketchup
Load 'Em Up
ADD birria beef OR adobo chicken, both with chilli con queso, jalapeño crema
Guacamole
crushed avocado, poblano, Tajin, salsa roja, pink onions, blue & yellow corn chips
Chilli Con Queso
chilli cheese dip, corn chips, Flamin' Hot Cheetos, pickles, jalapeños, coriander
Rosie's Best-In-Town Chicken Wings
Calexican buffalo sauce, sesame, radish, xiannaise
Koreatown Fried Chicken
schmaltz-dipped habanero tenders, buttermilk ranch, dill pickles
Sweet Corn Ribs
chipotle mayo, Flamin' Hot Cheetos, shaved parmesan, coriander
Crispy Pork Ribs
chipotle honey, lime, garlic, smokey paprika, pickled red onions
Red-Hot OG's
V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
Monster Nachos
corn chips, chilli con queso, melted colby jack cheese, pico de gallo, pink onions, coriander, avocado crema, salsa roja, chipotle mayo, jalapeños. CHOOSE birria beef, chicken or jackfruit
Quesadilla Pizza
12-inch quesadilla, chilli con queso, onion, coriander, chipotle mayo, jalapeños, salsa roja, pink onions, avocado crema. CHOOSE birria beef, chicken or jackfruit
Cali Burrito
grilled marinated steak, pico de gallo, colby jack cheese, chipotle mayo, guacamole, pickled radish, shredded 'berg, fries, chipotle queso
Tacos!
all tacos served on white corn tortillas. $11.0 each. V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
Carne Asada
marinated sliced steak, coriander verde, avocado, lime
Baja Fish
Baja battered fish, chipotle herb crema, cabbage, coriander, pico de gallo, lime
Cauliflower
roasted cauliflower, pickled red daikon, jalapeño salsa verde, avocado, toasted pumpkin seeds
Cheeto Chicken
schmaltz-dipped habanero tender, shredded cabbage, Calexican mayo, electric pickles, Flamin' Hot Cheetos, coriander
Pork Belly
jalapeño crema, pibil sauce, crackling dust, jalapeño-pickled pineapple
Baja Prawn
grilled baja prawns, charred corn salsa, smoky chipotle crema, crispy shallot, fresh lime
Birria Tacos
LEGENDARY STREET TACOS / 2 for 25.0. V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
Birria Beef Brisket
colby jack cheese, onion, coriander, white corn tortillas, birria dipping broth
Pulled Adobo Chicken
colby jack cheese, onion, coriander, white corn tortillas, aromatic chicken broth
Jackfruit
colby jack cheese, onion, coriander, white corn tortillas, pickled vegetables, chilli cheese queso dip
Add Birria Beef / Birria Chicken
Burgs
SERVED IN A BUTTER SEEDED BUN WITH HOUSE FRIES, KETCHUP & AIOLI | NGA BUN AVAILABLE ON REQUEST. ADD BIRRIA BEEF / BIRRIA CHICKEN | +7.0. V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
California Love
thick boi smashie, American cheese, Alderson's pickles, street sauce, red onion, shredded 'berg, ketchup
MCA
hemp & chipotle patty, vegan cheese, Alderson's pickles, street sauce, red onion, shredded 'berg
DoggyStyle
schmaltz-dipped chicken, habanero dust, American cheese, Alderson's pickles, street sauce, shredded 'berg, red onion, buttermilk ranch
Salads
V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
Roasted Cauliflower Salad
roasted cauliflower, charred corn salsa, avocado, pickled red onion, cherry tomatoes, jalapeño salsa verde, toasted pumpkin seeds, coriander, mint
Ceviche De Pescado
line-caught market fish, tomatoes, cucumber, kiwifruit, jalapeño, coriander, chilli lime dressing, smoky chipotle crema, blue tortilla chips
Cali Chicken Caesar
kale, shredded berg, parmesan, schmaltz-dipped chicken, bacon sourdough crumb, soy marinated egg, anchovy dressing, white flour tortilla shards. ADD extra chicken | +8.0
Baja Prawn Street Bowl
Tajin grilled prawns, cabbage slaw, chipotle mayo, roasted corn & black bean pico, guac, chilli lime dressing, coriander rice. ADD carne asado | +8.0
Dessert
V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
Chocolate Lava Cake
dark chocolate soil, berries, candied hazelnut, vanilla bean ice cream
Hokey Pokey Churros
crispy deep fried churros, cinnamon sugar, hokey pokey icecream, salted caramel sauce, honeycomb crunch
Fiesta Piña Sundae
vanilla ice cream, maple roasted pineapple, caramel sauce, coconut caramel pepita crumble, whipped cream, popping candy, red cherry
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Beer, Cider & RTDs
ON TAP: Heineken, Heineken Silver Low Carb, Heineken 0.0%, Tiger, Rosie's Lager, Tuatara Hazy Pale Ale, Tuatara Interstellar IPA, Monteith's Wayfarer Pilsner / Zero Pale Ale <0.5% / Crushed Apple Cider. BOTTLES: Heineken, Tiger Crystal Ultra Low Carb, Sol, Orchard Thieves Cider Apple / Berry. RTDS: Odd Company Vodka Range. LOW OR NO ALC: Heineken 0.0%, Sawmill Nimble Pale Ale 2.5%. +2% surcharge on all credit card and contactless payments.
Heineken
On tap
Heineken Silver Low Carb
On tap
Heineken 0.0%
On tap
Tiger
On tap
Rosie's Lager
On tap
Non Alcoholic
+2% surcharge on all credit card and contactless payments.
Coca-Cola Zero Sugar
Schweppes
Dry Lemonade / Tonic / Ginger Ale
Lemon, Lime & Bitters / L&P Ginger Beer
Keri Juice
apple / pineapple / orange / cranberry / tomato
Wine
BUBBLES: Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut (France) BTL 110.0; Moët & Chandon Impérial Rosé (France) BTL 135.0; Cloudy Bay Pelorus Brut (Marlborough) FLUTE 17.0; BTL 75.0; Cloudy Bay Pelorus Rosé (Marlborough) BTL 75.0; Paradise Prosecco (South Australia) FLUTE 13.0; BTL 55.5. SAUVIGNON BLANC: Northrow (Marlborough) REG 13.0; LRG 19.0; BTL 55.5; Torea (Marlborough) REG 14.0; LRG 20.0; BTL 58.5; Jules Taylor (Marlborough) REG 17.0; LRG 28.0; BTL 82.0. CHARDONNAY: Northrow (Gisborne) REG 13.0; LRG 19.0; BTL 55.5; Lake Chalice The Falcon (Marlborough) REG 15.0; LRG 22.0; BTL 64.0. PINOT GRIS: Northrow (Marlborough) REG 13.0; LRG 19.0; BTL 55.5; Babydoll (Marlborough) REG 14.0; LRG 26.0; BTL 76.0; Lake Chalice The Falcon (Marlborough) REG 15.0; LRG 28.0; BTL 82.0. ROSÉ: Northrow (Marlborough) REG 13.0; LRG 19.0; BTL 55.5; Petal & Stem (Marlborough) REG 14.0; LRG 20.0; BTL 58.5; Nga Waka (Martinborough) REG 15.0; LRG 22.0; BTL 64.0. RED: Northrow Pinot Noir (Marlborough) REG 13.0; LRG 19.0; BTL 55.5; Babydoll Pinot Noir (Marlborough) REG 14.0; LRG 26.0; BTL 76.0; La Châsse Réserve Côtes du Rhône Varietal (France) REG 17.0; LRG 29.0; BTL 84.0; Peter Lehmann Shiraz (Barossa) REG 17.0; LRG 29.0; BTL 84.0. +2% surcharge on all credit card and contactless payments.
Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut
France
Moët & Chandon Impérial Rosé
France
Cloudy Bay Pelorus Brut
Marlborough
Cloudy Bay Pelorus Rosé
Marlborough
Paradise Prosecco
South Australia
Margs
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Classic
Tequila, triple sec, lime, agave
Low Rider
Cazcabel reposado Tequila, cointreau, lime, agave
Chica Caliente
Cazcabel reposado Tequila, passionfruit, lime, Tabasco
Rosie's Roja Sangria
Northrow pinot noir, blackcurrant liqueur, Angostura bitters, Coca Cola
Rosie's Blanca Sangria
Northrow sauvignon blanc, peach schnapps, cherry, soda
Cocktails
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Woo Woo
vodka, peach schnapps, Angostura bitters, sugar syrup, cranberry juice
El Diablo
Tequila, blackcurrant liqueur, sugar syrup, ginger beer, lime juice
Mango Mule
vodka, lime juice, ginger beer, mango
Rosiebud
Absolut Vanilia vodka, pineapple, cranberry, lemon, passionfruit
Michelada
bottle of Sol, lime juice, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco
Agave
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El Jimador
Blanco
Olmeca Altos
Blanco
Cazcabel
Blanco
Herradura Plata
Blanco
Casamigos
Blanco

November Cafe
November Cafe is an appealing Mairangi Bay stop when different people at the table want different things. Alongside coffee and familiar café breakfasts, it serves Vietnamese dishes such as pho and bánh mì. That combination gives it more range than a standard brunch spot: one person can settle in for a leisurely breakfast while another comes for a fragrant noodle soup.
The Vietnamese side of the menu is particularly worth exploring. Pho offers a warming, substantial option, while a bánh mì makes sense for a quicker lunch. November’s easygoing format also works well after a walk along the bay, when good coffee and a satisfying meal are the main priorities.
Address: Units 1 and 2/408 Beach Road, Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630, New Zealand
November Cafe Menu
Vietnamese Favourites
Baguette "Banh Mi
Spring Rolls
Viet Salad
Summer Rolls
Beef Salad
Bun Cha" Hanoi
Vietnamese Pancake
Rise & Shine
Granola
Rosti Benny
Morning Pancakes
Chicken Burger
Chicken & Waffles
Open Omelette
Mince On Toast
Creamy Mushroom
Western Favs
Beef Burger
Chicken Burger
Chicken & Waffles
Mince On Toast
Creamy Mushroom
Don't Forget The Kids
Kids Pancakes
Fries
Cheese Toastie
Popcorn Chicken
Others
Kids Pancakes
Fries
Cheese Toastie
Popcorn Chicken

Speaker’s Corner Ale House
Across from Browns Bay Beach, Speaker’s Corner is the choice for a hearty pub meal with plenty happening around it. The English-style ale house pairs food and a broad drinks selection with live music, sport and regular events. It suits the sort of visit where dinner is part of a larger evening rather than the only reason to go out.
Expect a casual, generous approach to eating. A table can settle in for a full meal, catch a band later on, or stop by after the beach for food and a drink. The lively setting is best for friends and groups who welcome some background noise and want the freedom to stay awhile.
Address: 7 Anzac Road, Browns Bay, Auckland 0630, New Zealand
Speaker's Corner Ale House Menu
Bar Snacks
Garlic Loaf
Vienna loaf (baked locally by Offa), herb, garlic butter (V)
Polenta Chips
Served with aioli, sriracha & shaved parmesan (V)
Loaded Fries
Fries loaded with gammon ham, mozzarella & rich gravy (V)
Prawn & Ginger Dumplings
Steamed, homemade soy dip
Flash Fried Calamari
Slaw, aioli
Chicken Tacos
Lemon sea salt, slaw, relish, sweet chilli sauce
Baja Fish Tacos
Beer battered fish, creamy sauce, slaw, salsa
Fried Chicken
Slaw, chipotle BBQ sauce
Jalapeno Cheese Poppers
Sweet chilli sauce, sour cream (V)
Hoki Bites
Slaw, tartare sauce
Breakfast
Available 11am to 3pm
Pub Classic – Two Eggs on Toast
Two eggs your way (fried, scrambled or poached) on thick cut, toasted Vienna loaf, served with tomato relish and bacon. Add Bacon x 3 +$6.00; Add Pork & Fennel Sausages x 2 +$8.00
Mains
300g Sirloin Steak
Fries, garden salad. Add 2 Eggs +$4.00
Pub Chicken Parma
Golden parmesan crumbed chicken, Napoli sauce, melted mozzarella & parmesan, served with fries and salad
Fish & Chips
Export Gold Beer battered fish, salad, mushy peas, tartare sauce
Bangers & Mash
Pork & fennel sausages, mushy peas, caramelised onion, gravy
Gammon Steak
Grilled ham, pineapple, salad, fries, honey mustard sauce
Smokey Bourbon BBQ Pork Ribs
Served with fries & coleslaw
Steak & Guinness Pie
Served with fries & mushy peas
Lamb Shank
Served with mashed potato, gravy & vegetables
Burgers
All come with Fries
Chicken Burger
Tomato, lettuce, onion, sriracha mayo
Fish Burger
Beer battered fish, iceberg lettuce, onion, tomato, tartare sauce
Beef Burger
180g beef patty, bacon, pickles, cheese, lettuce, onion, tomato, BBQ sauce, onion rings
Pizza
"12 Inch" Stone Baked
Margherita
Mozzarella, tomato, basil pesto
Hawaiian
Mozzarella, tomato, ham pineapple
Pepperoni
Pepperoni, salami, mozzarella
Meat Lovers
Beef, sausage, beef strips, salami, BBQ sauce
Salads
Mediterranean Pub Salad
Mesclun, tomatoes, cucumber, kalamata olives, feta, red onion, balsamic vinaigrette. Add Fried Chicken +$5.00; Add Garlic Butter Prawns +$8.00
Lamb Pepper Calamari Salad
Flash fried calamari, feta, salted peanuts, lime, coriander, ginger dressing
Dessert
Cheesecake
See Specials Board for details
Warm Apple Crumble
Vanilla bean ice-cream, caramel sauce, whipped cream, cinnamon
Chocolate Brownie Sundae
Chocolate ice-cream, chocolate sauce, whipped cream, salted cashew nuts
To Share
Speakers Corner Platter
Ribs, chicken, pork & fennel sausages, flash fried calamari, tortilla wraps, slaw, tartare
Pub 'N' Grub Platter
Fried chicken, calamari, hoki bites, pork belly pies, jalapeno bites, garlic bread, aioli, sweet chilli sauce, tartare sauce
Nachos
Corn chips, beef mince, kidney beans, chilli beans, jalapeno salsa, sour cream
Wedges
Bacon, cheese, jalapeno salsa, sour cream
Sides
Fries (with Aioli)
Add Cheese +$4.00
Garden Salad
Balsamic dressing
Mashed Potato
Mushy Peas
Sauce
Curry, Mushroom, Garlic, Pepper
Gravy
Scoop of Ice cream
Kids Menu
12 years & younger. All meals $15.00, includes a scoop of ice cream (chocolate or vanilla)
Chicken Nuggets & Chips
Ketchup
Fish Bites & Chips
Ketchup
Kiddie Burger
Beef patty, bun, cheese, chips, ketchup
Mini Banger
Pork & fennel sausage, mash potato, gravy
After Hours
Available when kitchen is closed
Fries (with Aioli)
Small Wedges
Bacon, cheese, jalapeno salsa, sour cream
Packaged Snacks
Eta Ripples Potato Crisps (40g)
Ready Salted, Chicken, Salt & Vinegar
Eta Salted Peanuts (60g)
Snips Pork Crackle (50g)
Mr Porky Pork Scratchings (40g)
Original
Wine
Glass sizes are 200ml
Lindauer Brut
Lindauer Fraise
Prosecco
Fat Bird Australia (House)
Sauvignon Blanc
Oyster Bay Marlborough
Sauvignon Blanc
Roaring Meg Central Otago
Sauvignon Blanc
Fat Bird Australia (House)
Chardonnay
Oyster Bay Marlborough
Chardonnay
Oyster Bay Marlborough (House)
Pinot Gris
Roaring Meg Central Otago
Pinot Gris
Fickle Mistress Marlborough (House)
Rosé
Roaring Meg Central Otago
Rosé
Fat Bird Australia
Vintage Red
Villa Maria Marlborough (House)
Pinot Noir
Roaring Meg Central Otago
Pinot Noir
Beer & Cider
On Tap (Pint 500ml)
Asahi Super Dry
Carlsberg Pilsner
Export Gold
Export 33 (Low Carb)
Guinness
Heineken
Heineken Silver (Low Carb)
Isthmus 3D IPA
Kilkenny
Kirin Ichiban
Monteiths Golden
Panhead Sandman Hazy Pale Ale
Panhead Supercharger APA
Peroni Nastro Azzurro
Speights Ultra (Low Carb)

Hong’s Korean Restaurant
Hong’s is a compact Takapuna option for a meal built around Korean flavours. On Hurstmere Road, it offers the warmth and variety that make Korean dining especially satisfying: rice dishes, savoury mains and plates that invite you to mix textures and tastes. It is a useful choice when you want a proper sit-down meal without making the evening formal.
Come with someone willing to share so you can try more than one direction from the menu. A rice dish makes a satisfying anchor, while a contrasting side or another main adds interest to the table. Its central position also makes Hong’s easy to fit around shopping, a film or a stroll toward Takapuna Beach.
Address: Shop 5/62 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, Auckland 0622, New Zealand
Hong's Korean Restaurant Menu
Featured Items
20. Sharing Set 2
Sweet Sour Pork + Black Bean Noodles + Seafood Spicy Noodles Soup 2인세트 [ 탕수육 & 짜장 & 짬뽕 ]
13. Half & Half 짬짜
Jjamppong [ Spicy Seafood Noodles Soup ] & Jjajangmyeon [ Black Bean Noodles] 짬뽕 & 짜장면
14. Half & Half 탕짜
Sweet Sour Pork & Jjajangmyeon [ Black Bean Noodles] 탕수육 & 짜장면
2. Seafood Jjamppong
Jjamppong [ Spicy Seafood Noodles Soup ] 해물짬뽕
10. Sweet And Sour Pork
35. Beef Bulgogi
Most Ordered
The most commonly ordered items and dishes from this store
1. Jjajangmyeon
Jjajangmyeon [ Black Bean Noodles] 짜장면
17. Half &Half 탕짬
Sweet Sour Pork & Jjamppong [ Spicy Seafood Noodles Soup ] 탕수육 & 짬뽕
42. King Pork Katsu
Pork Katsu, Salad With Rice
40. Beef Noodles Soup
Tender beef slices, fresh noodles, and green onions in a rich, savory broth.
30. Tteokgalbi
Hand Made With Grilled Short Rib Patties With Rice

Paper Moon Mairangi Bay
Paper Moon has the flexibility of a café, restaurant and bar in one Mairangi Bay address. Breakfast can mean French toast and coffee; later in the day, the menu moves toward salads, burgers and fuller restaurant dishes. That all-day range is useful when a group cannot quite agree whether the outing is brunch, lunch or dinner.
It is a comfortable place to take your time near the beach. Choose a lighter meal if you are stopping between activities, or make a longer visit of it with drinks and dinner. The broad menu and relaxed rhythm are its strengths, particularly for mixed groups and catch-ups that do not need a strict timetable.
Address: 437 Beach Road, Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630, New Zealand
Paper Moon Mairangi Bay Menu
Breakfast
Served 8:00 – 14:30.
Papermoon French Toast
berries | bacon | mixed honey comb | mixed nut cluster | ice cream | plum coulis | fruit
Smashed Avocado
sourdough | dukkah | feta cheese | hummus melody tomato | beetroot yoghurt | poached egg
Egg Benedict (GF) with Bacon
ciabatta | spinach | poached eggs | angel hair potato | hollandaise
Egg Benedict (GF) with Mushroom
ciabatta | spinach | poached eggs | angel hair potato | hollandaise
Egg Benedict (GF) with Salmon
ciabatta | spinach | poached eggs | angel hair potato | hollandaise
Eggs on Toast (GF)
multigrain bread | vine tomato | evo & balsamic reduction
Beans & Bacon
spicy chorizo | tomato relish | angel hair potato | poached egg | sourdough | hollandaise
Creamy Mushroom (GF)
potato hash | spicy chorizo | parmesan cheese | herbs | creamy sauce | ciabatta
Mother Earth (V, GF)
avocado | mushroom | carrots | halloumi | hummus | dukkah | capsicum jam | poached eggs | sourdough
Full Moon
bacon | kransky sausages | eggs | potato hash | mushroom | Vine tomato | ciabatta
Salmon Omelette
egg | salmon | capers | cream cheese | spicy chorizo | sprouts
Kumara Rosti
mushroom | poached eggs | almonds | lemon oil | broccoli
Salads
Paper Moon Chicken Salad
grilled chicken | avocado | green salad | mango mayo
Salt & Pepper Squid Salad
house made squid | green salad
Lemon Pepper Steak Salad
scotch fillet (medium) | lettuce | cherry tomato | cashew nuts | pepper
Teriyaki Tofu Salad (Vegan)
tofu | green salad | edamame | sesame seed
Sides
Mixed leafy greens
tomatoes | feta | orange mustard sauce
Sauteed seasonal vegetables
Kumara chips & house made aioli
Creamy mash potato & gravy
Gourmet roasted potatoes & house made aioli
Straight cut crispy fries
Curly fries & smoked paprika aioli
Potato wedges & sour cream
House Cured Salmon
Kransky Sausage
Grilled Halloumi
Sauteed Mushrooms
Add Bacon
Toast
Tomato
Avocado
Potato Rosti
Add Two eggs (any Style)
Lunch
Served 11:00 – 14:30.
Cajun Chicken Burger
brie | bacon | lettuce | chipotle | tomato relish | aioli | fries
Beef & Cheddar Burger
caramelised onions | lettuce | tomato | aioli | relish | chipotle | fries
Slow Braised Beef Cheek
braised beef cheek | creamy mash potato | green peas | baby carrots
Pan Fried Gnocchi
mushrooms | broad bean | tomato | lemon butter sauce | chorizo
Scotch Fillet
chargrilled broccolini | baby carrots | blue cheese sauce | wedges
Garlic Prawn Spaghetti
king prawn | tomato | parsley | garlic | chilli
Grilled Fish in Lemon Butter Sauce
grilled snapper | prawn risotto | sauteed vegetable | lemon butter sauce
Appetizers
Served all day.
Avocado & Prawn Bruschetta
sourdough | avocado | prawns | basil
Garlic Bread with Dips
mozzarella | pita bread | parsley
Harissa Beef Taco
harissa eye fillet | coleslaw | tartare sauce
Crispy Chicken Bites
chicken thigh | sweet sour sauce | sesame seed
Half Moon Buns 2 pc (Pork or Beef)
pork belly / beef | pickled vege | hoisin sauce
Paper Moon Cheese Board (GF)
cured meats | blue cheese | brie | aged cheddar | crackers | dips | pickles | olives
Grazing Board
salt & pepper squid | crispy chicken | prawn cutlets | samosas
Salt & Pepper Calamari
house made squid | salad mix | house made aioli
Prawn Cutlets with Salad
Crumbed Prawn | salad mix | house made aioli

Signal Hill
Signal Hill occupies a historic Devonport house on Victoria Road, giving a meal here a strong sense of place. The restaurant serves classic New Zealand fare with an extensive drinks list, and its indoor and outdoor dining areas suit different seasons and moods. It is an inviting stop for visitors exploring the village as well as locals arranging a longer lunch.
The setting encourages you to linger. Book a table for a group meal or drop in when the timing works, then enjoy the house and its surroundings as part of the experience. Signal Hill is particularly well suited to a relaxed gathering where conversation, food and the character of Devonport all matter.
Address: 24 Victoria Road, Devonport, Auckland 0624, New Zealand
Signal Hill Menu
Bread
Rye sourdough bread
Maple butter, Himalayan salt
Small
Raw fish
Chilli, coconut, coriander, garlic
Chicken wings
Buffalo or maple soy
Charcuterie
House cured meats, gooseberry, walnuts, toast
Mushroom doughnuts
Pickled mushroom, whipped feta, basil
Wagyu beef nuggets
Aged cheddar, pickle, aioli
Cheese plate
Two cheeses, toast, fruit
Lamb rissoles
Bread sauce, herbs
Sides
Triple cooked potatoes
Truffle creme, parmesan
Shoestring fries
Salt, ketchup, aioli
Greens
Confit garlic, chilli oil
Large
Pan seared market fish
Mushrooms, fennel & apple salad, beurre blanc
Braised lamb shank
Hazelnut & flax seed dukkah, mash, mirepoix, merlot jus
Citrus & chilli manuka honey glazed pork collar
Coconut & kumara puree, pork fat braised cabbage
18 hour braised wagyu beef short rib
Mash, mushroom & chorizo ragu, braised onions
Pan seared duck
Seared breast, confit leg & white bean ragu, pumpkin puree, grilled silverbeet, bone jus
Market fish linguini
Pinot gris garlic cream, fennel, lemon, parsley, parmesan
Pan roasted chicken escalope
Creamed leeks, duck fat potatoes, mustard jus
Pumpkin & leek tortellini
Coconut feta, kumara puree, seeds
Triple pattie beef burger
Four cheeses, burger sauce, relish, pickles, fries
Beer battered market fish
Fries, tartare, lemon, salad
Desserts
Affogato
Vanilla ice cream, espresso
Brownie
Triple dark chocolate, chocolate ice cream, chocolate cremoux, chocolate sauce
Trio of ice creams
Cookie crumble
Crumble
Stewed blueberries & apples, vanilla ice cream, custard, white chocolate crumble
On Tap
Glass | Jug
Speights Summit Zero
Steinlager Zero
Corona Zero
Emersons Little Bird Alcohol Free IPA
Speight’s Mid 2.5%
Bottled Beer
Glass | Bottle
Lion Red
Speight’s Summit Ultra Low Carb
Steinlager Tokyo Dry
Steinlager Classic
Mac’s Cloudy Apple Cider
Cocktails
Aperol Spritz
Espresso Martini
Bloody Mary
Cosmopolitan
Dark & Stormy
Mocktails
Virgin Margarita
Vanilla Citrus Sour
Italian Fizz
Virgin Mary
No-Jito
Coffee & Tea
Espresso
Long Black
Piccolo
Hot Chocolate
Americano
Non Alcoholic Soft Drinks
Apple
Cranberry
Orange
Pineapple
Tomato Juice

Sri Mahkota Malaysian Cuisine Browns Bay
Sri Mahkota is a Browns Bay option when you want the layered flavours of Malaysian cooking. The menu covers rice and noodle dishes as well as meat, seafood and vegetable preparations. Char kuey teow and curry laksa show two different strengths of that range: one brings the savoury satisfaction of stir-fried noodles, while the other offers a rich, warming bowl.
There is enough choice here to make sharing worthwhile. Pair a noodle dish with another main so the table can explore more of the kitchen’s styles, or keep things simple with a single substantial bowl. Its upstairs Clyde Road location is a good choice for a casual meal centred firmly on the food.
Address: Level 1/55 Clyde Road, Browns Bay, Auckland 0630, New Zealand
Sri Mahkota Malaysian Cuisine Browns Bay Menu
Entree
E01. Chicken Satay 唦嗲雞
E02. Vegetarian Spring Roll 素菜春卷
E03. Vegetarian Curry Puff 素咖喱角
E04. Salt & Pepper Tofu Cubes 椒盐豆腐
E05. Calamari Tentacles 炸鱿鱼须
E06. Chicken Wings 炸鸡翅
Side Orders
E08 Bowl of Steamed Rice 一碗米饭
E09 Bowl of Chicken Rice 鸡饭
E10 Roti (2 pieces) 印度薄饼
Chicken
C01. Hainanese Chicken (Half Chicken) 海南雞 (半只)
Poached 1/2 chicken, bone-in, served with chef special soy sauce
C02. Chicken Curry 咖喱雞
Malaysian style chicken curry, bone-in
C03. Chicken Rendang 仁當雞
Chicken cooked in Malaysian spices, lemongrass, coconut
C04. Malaysian Sambal Chicken 參巴雞
Stirr-fried chicken with Malaysian sambal paste, onion, capsicum
C05. "Nyonya" Chicken 娘惹鸡
Stirr-fried chicken with Malaysian chilli paste, onion, pineapple, tomatoes
C06. Lemon Chicken 柠檬鸡
Crumbed, deep-fried chicken pieces topped with chef special lemon sauce
C07. Sweet & Sour Chicken 酸甜鸡
Deep-fried chicken tossed with sweet & sour sauce, onion, capsicum, pineapple
C08. Marmite Chicken 妈蜜鸡
Fried chicken with Marmite sauce
C09. Kam Heong" Chicken 金香鸡
Chicken stir-fried with Malaysian sambal paste, curry leaves, spring onion
C10. Minced Chicken Tofu 鸡碎豆腐
Minced chicken cooked with tofu
C11. Salted Fish Clay-Pot Tofu 鹹魚雞粒豆腐煲
Minced chicken cooked with tofu, salted fish, served in clay-pot
C12. Salt & Pepper Chicken 椒鹽雞
Deep-fried chicken pieces, tossed with mixed pepper salt, diced onion
C13. "Coconut Nestum" Chicken 椰子麦片鸡
[Oat&egg breaded chicken with coconut, deep-fried till golden brown]
Pork
P01. Pork Chop Special 猪扒皇
Stir-fried pork chop pieces with chef special sweet tangy sauce
P02. Sweet & Sour Pork 酸甜骨
Pork pieces, deep-fried, tossed with sweet & sour sauce, onion, pineapple, capsicum
P03. Salt & Pepper Pork 椒鹽骨
Deep-fried pork pieces, tossed with mixed pepper salt, diced onion
P04. "Bak Kut Teh" (Herbal Pork Soup) “肉骨茶”(药材猪肉汤)
[Pork pieces cooked in Chinese herbs broth till tender, served with fried tofu
P05. Kam Heong" Pork Chop 金香骨
Pork chop stir-fried with Malaysian sambal paste, curry leaves, spring onion
P06. Marmite Pork Chop 媽蜜猪扒
Fried pork chop with Marmite sauce
Lamb
L01. Lamb Curry 咖喱羊肉
Tender lamb pieces cooked with curry spices
Beef
B01. Beef Rendang 仁當牛肉
Beef cooked with Malaysian spices, lemongrass, coconut
B02. Nyonya" Beef 娘惹牛肉
Stir-fried beef with Malaysian chilli paste, onion, pineapple, tomatoes
B03. Mongolian Beef Hot Plate 蒙古牛肉
Stir-fried beef with Mongolian tangy sauce, onion, broccoli, carrots
B04. Beef with Ginger & Spring Onion 姜葱牛肉
Tender slices of beef, stir-fried with onions, spring onion, ginger, oyster sauce
B05. Black Pepper Beef 黑椒牛肉
Tender slices of beef, stir-fried with onion, capsicum, cracked black pepper
B06. Malaysian Sambal Beef 馬來參巴牛肉
Stir-fried beef with Malaysian sambal paste, onion, capsicum
B07. Beef Brisket 牛腩煲
Tender beef cooked with Chinese spices in thick gravy
B08. Curry Beef Brisket 咖喱牛腩
Tender beef cooked with curry spices
Seafood
S01. Salt & Pepper Prawns 椒鹽蝦
Deep-fried prawns (shell-on), tossed with mixed pepper salt, diced onion
S02. Assam" Prawns 亞参蝦
[Prawn (shell-on), stir-fried with tangy tamarind chilli paste, onion, tomato and cucumber]
S03. Sambal Prawns 馬來參巴蝦
Prawns (shell-on), stir-fried with Malaysian sambal paste, onion, capsicums
S04. Fried Prawns with Salted Egg Yolk 黄金蝦
Deep-fried crumbed prawns (shell-on) tossed with "salted egg yolk"
S06. “Coconut Nestum ” Prawns 椰汁麥片蝦
Oat & egg breaded prawns (shell-on) with coconut, deep-fried till golden brown
S08. Malaysian "Petai" Prawns 馬來參巴臭豆蝦
Prawn cutlets, stir-fried with "sator nuts", onions, chilli paste
S09. Butter Prawns 奶油蝦
Prawns (shell-on), crumbed, deep-fried, tossed with butter, fresh chilli, curry leaves
S010. "Nestum" Squids 麥片鮮魷
Oat & egg breaded squid, deep-fried till golden brown]
S11. Salt & Pepper Squids 椒鹽鮮魷
Deep-fried crumbed squid, tossed with mixed pepper salt, diced onion
S12. Assam Fish 馬來亞参魚片
Stir-fried fish fillet with tamarind chilli paste, onion, tomato and cucumber
S13. Lemon Fish Fillet 檸檬魚片
Deep-fried crumbed fish fillets, tossed with chef special lemon sauce
S14. Malaysian Fish Curry 馬來咖喱魚
Malaysian style curry fish pieces (bone-in), eggplant, beans, tomatoes]
S15. Whole Fish 鱼(清蒸,参巴, 亚森, 豆瓣酱
Steam, Sambal sauce, Assam, soy chilli bean sauce, pick one of the four
S17. Oyster Egg Omelette 炸蚝餅
Pan-fried egg omelette with oysters, onion
S18. Fish Fillet 鱼片
Seafood, crumbed, deep-fried, tossed with butter, fresh chilli, curry leaves
S19. Fish Noodle Soup 鱼头汤米粉
Served with fresh fish soup and fish pieces
S20. Spicy Sauce Fish Fillet 豆瓣酱鱼片
Fish fillet braised with ground bean paste sauce
S21. Wasabi" Prawns(shell-off) 芥末虾
Prawns(shell-off), Stir-fried with Wasabi sauce
Vegetables
V01. Malaysian Sambal Vegetable 馬來風光
Seasonal vegetable stir-fried with Malaysian sambal paste
V02. Garlic Vegetables 蒜茸炒時菜
Stir-fried seasonal vegetables with garlic
V03. Mixed Vegetables 什錦時菜
Stir-fried mixed vegetables with onion oyster sauce
V04. Salted Fish Eggplant 魚香茄子煲
Eggplant stir-fried with diced salted fish, onion, garlic
V05. Malaysian Sambal Eggplant 馬來參巴茄子
Eggplant stir-fried with Malaysian sambal paste
V06. Malaysian Fried Tofu 馬來炸豆腐
Deep-fried tofu with cucumber, onion, chopped nuts, sesame seeds, sweet chilli sauce
V07. Malaysian Sambal Tofu 馬來參巴豆腐
Deep-fried tofu, fried with onion, capsicum, Malaysian sambal paste
V08. Four Season Bean 肉松四季豆
Chicken minced stir-fried, four season beans
V09. Stir Fried "Kai Lan" with Chicken 菜肉松炒芥蘭
Chicken minced stir-fried with "Kai Lan", preserved vegetables
V10 .Sambal "Kai Lan" 參巴芥蘭臘肉
Stir-fried "Kai Lan" with sambal, preserved pork
V12. Sambal Petai and Eggplant 參巴臭豆茄子
Stri-fried eggplant with petai, chilli garlic
Single Menu
01 Hainanese Chicken Rice 海南鸡饭
L02 Salted Fish with Chicken Fried Rice 咸鱼鸡肉炒饭
L03 Chicken Curry with Rice
L03 Chicken Curry with Roti
L04 Nasi Lemak with Chicken
L04 Nasi Lemak with Beef
L05 Bak Kut Teh Herbal Pork Soup 肉骨茶药材猪肉汤
L06 Beef Fried Rice 牛肉炒饭
L07 Beef Brisket with Rice 牛腩饭
L08 Curry Lamb with Rice 咖喱羊肉饭
L09 Combination Fried Rice 什锦炒饭
L10 Char Kuey Teow 炒粿条
L11 Stir fried sambal Beef with Rice noodles 参巴牛肉炒粿条
Nasi Goreng 马来炒饭
Fried Rice 炒饭
Fried Vermicelli 炒粉丝
L13 Mee Goreng 马来炒面
L14 Singapore Fried Vermicelli 星洲炒米
L15 Salted Fish with Chicken Fried Vermicelli 咸鱼鸡粒炒米粉
L16 Soya King Sauce Fried Noodles 豉油皇炒面
L17 Hokkien Mee 福建面
L19 Seafood Laksa 海鲜叻沙
L20 Curry Chicken Noodles 咖喱鸡肉面
L21 Prawn Soup Noodles 虾汤面
Beef Brisket Noodles Soup 牛腩面汤
Rice Noodles 米粉
L23 Beef Brisket Noodles 牛腩面
L24 Wat Tan Hor 滑蛋河
L25 Fillet Fish Wat Tan - Hor Wat Tan Hor 姜葱鱼片滑蛋河

Buona Sera Auckland
Buona Sera is a long-standing Italian restaurant in Devonport, serving the kind of menu that makes choosing dinner straightforward. Classic pastas sit alongside pizzas and larger mains, so a table can move from a shared starter to whichever Italian favourite appeals most. Spaghetti alla puttanesca, vegetable-topped pizza and heartier meat dishes illustrate the menu’s broad, familiar style.
It works particularly well for a relaxed evening in the village. There is room for a simple pizza dinner, but also enough choice to make a family celebration or leisurely catch-up feel like a full occasion. Its Victoria Road address puts the restaurant within an easy walk of Devonport’s shops and waterfront.
Address: 99 Victoria Road, Devonport, Auckland 0624, New Zealand
Buona Sera Auckland Menu
Kids Menu
For kids 12 years & under.
Margherita
Tomato base.
Ham & Cheese
Tomato base.
Salami & Cheese
Tomato base.
Hawaiian
Tomato base.
Just Cheese
Not tomato base.
Mushroom and Cheese
Not tomato base.
Kids Lasagna
Spaghetti or Penne Bolognese
Fettuccine with Chicken
Creamy sauce.
Penne with Bacon
Creamy sauce.
Penne with Basil Pesto
Penne with Tomato & Cream Sauce
Spaghetti with Creamy Cheese Sauce
Kids Drinks
Orange, Apple, Coca Cola, Coke Zero, Rasberry Lemonade, Sprite, Milk, Pump Water. Ginger Beer extra 2$. LLB extra 2$.
Kids Ice Cream
Vanilla, chocolate or lemon sorbet.
Spiders
Any fizzy drink with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Dessert Menu
Tiramisu
Italian cheesecake, spread out on lady sponge fingers soaked with coffee, Kahlúa liqueur & brandy.
Cassata
Italian ice cream cake laced with brandied fruit.
Gelato
Italian Gelato. Ask your waiter for today's flavors.
Affogato
Vanilla ice cream drowned in espresso.
Special Affogato
Vanilla ice cream drowned in espresso and your favorite liqueur.
Gelato Cocktail
Vanilla ice cream drowned in your favorite liqueur.
Lemon Meringue Pie
This classic recipe pie is bursting with fresh lemon taste and a sweet creamy real meringue topping.
Cappuccino
Flat White
Latte
Mochaccino
Hot Chocolate
Long Black
Espresso
Tea
English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Herbals, Green Tea.
Special Coffee
Sambuca white or black, Amaretto, Brandy, Beileys, Drambuie, Kahlua, Frangelico, Tia maria, Grappa, Cointreau, Whiskey, Gin, Bourbon, Rum…
Dessert Wine Glass
Ask your waiter for our selection of dessert wines.
Pizza Bread
Garlic and Olive Oil
Pizza bread with a choice of garlic and olive oil
Basil Pesto
Pizza bread with a choice of basil pesto
Capsicum Pesto
Pizza bread with a choice of capsicum pesto
Parmesan
Pizza bread with a choice of parmesan
Salads
Insalata
Tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta, and wild greens in homemade vinaigrette
Insalata Cesare
Romaine lettuce in homemade dressing, bacon, croûtons, egg, anchovies, tomatoes, and parmesan (add chicken +6)
Insalata di Pollo
Free-range chicken breasts sprinkled with herbs then grilled and served over mesclun greens, tomato, red onion, and cucumber with shavings of parmesan
Insalata Caprese
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and olives, drizzled with balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil
Appetizers
Olive Selection
Selection of jumbo kalamata and green Sicilian olives
Parmesan Fries
Potato fries tossed with Parmesan and parsley then baked in the oven until crisp, served with garlic aioli and tomato ketchup
Cozze alla Marinara
New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussels simmered in a tomato, basil, garlic, and vodka sauce with a touch of lemon zest and fresh basil leaves
Cozze Verdi
New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussels in a garlic, basil pesto, spinach, and white wine creamy béchamel sauce with a touch of lemon zest and fresh basil leaves
Grigliata di Calamari
Hotplate grilled squid rings tossed in garlic and herbs, accompanied by fresh wild greens and aioli
Zuppa del Giorno
Soup of the day – Waiter will advise
Classic Pasta
GF penne available ($4 extra)
Spaghetti alla Bolognese
Traditional northern Italian homemade meat sauce with ground beef, and tomato, served over spaghetti with a touch of parmesan
Spaghetti alla Puttanesca
Spaghetti pasta in spicy fresh tomato, olives, capers, garlic, and anchovies sprinkled with parmesan and fresh herbs
Linguine Primavera
Linguine, topped with fresh vegetables, simmered in tomato sauce, with a sprinkle of basil pesto and parmesan
Penne alla Rustica
Penne pasta with capsicum, tomato, bacon, olives, capers, and mushrooms with a touch of basil pesto, and parmesan
Penne Arrabbiata
Old style vegetarian pasta dish with olive oil, garlic chilli, fresh tomato, napoletana sauce and a touch of parmesan
Spaghetti con le Polpettine
Homemade meatballs (beef and pork) in a rich tomato and red onion sauce served over spaghetti with a sprinkle of parmesan
Spaghetti allo Scoglio
Spaghetti pasta with prawn cutlets, shrimp, scallops, calamari, mussels, fish, white wine, chilli, and parsley
Spaghetti con Gamberoni Delicati
Spaghetti pasta served with pan-seared prawn cutlets infused with garlic, chilli, herbs, and flamed with brandy, then simmered in napoletana sauce
Home-made Fresh Egg Pasta
Lasagna
Layers of homemade fresh pasta with meat and cheesy béchamel in tomato sauce with a touch of parmesan
Cannelloni
Rolls of homemade pasta filled with beef, vegetables, and herbs then baked with tomato, béchamel, and parmesan
Fettuccine Alfredo
Homemade fresh fettuccine prepared with chicken, bacon, and mushroom creamy sauce with a touch of parmesan
Fettuccine al Salmone
Homemade fresh fettuccine with smoked salmon, spinach, and capers in tomato cream sauce
Gnocchi al Gorgonzola
Delicious homemade fresh potato gnocchi with meatballs (beef and pork) in creamy gorgonzola sauce and a touch of parmesan
Gnocchi alla Napoletana
Homemade meatballs (beef and pork) in a rich tomato sauce served over gnocchi with a touch of parmesan
Rice Dishes
Risotto ai Frutti di Mare
Arborio rice with prawn cutlets, shrimp, scallops, calamari, mussels, fish, white wine, and parsley
Risotto con Pollo
Creamy arborio rice with chicken, mushroom, spring onion, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives with a touch of parmesan
Risotto Primavera
Risotto with courgettes, capsicum, red onion, spinach, napoletana sauce, and a touch of parmesan
Homemade Pizzas
GF pizza available ($4 extra)
Pizza Margherita
Tomato-based pizza with mozzarella, basil, and parmesan
Pizza Hawaiana
Tomato-based pizza with mozzarella, ham, and pineapple
Pizza ai Peperoni e Salame
Tomato-based pizza with mozzarella, capsicums, red onion, capers, and salami
Pizza ai Quattro Formaggi
Mozzarella, parmesan, gorgonzola, provolone and crushed chillies
Pizza con Pollo
Tomato and cheese-based pizza topped with chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, and artichokes
Pizza ai Funghi
Mozzarella, mushrooms, parmesan, parsley, and a touch of olive oil
Pizza Capricciosa
Tomato-based pizza with mozzarella, ham, anchovy, olives, mushrooms, artichokes, garlic, and oregano
Pizza Vegetariana
Tomato-based pizza with mozzarella, grilled red onion, capsicum, zucchini, fresh tomatoes, feta cheese, and basil pesto
Pizza con Prosciutto e Rucola
Tomato and cheese-based pizza topped with fresh rocket, prosciutto di Parma, and parmesan
Pizza ai Frutti di Mare
Tomato and cheese-based pizza topped with mixed seafood, chilli, garlic, and basil pesto
Pizza Buona Sera
Tomato and cheese-based pizza with ham, mushroom, tuna, shrimp, anchovies, and roasted garlic
Main Courses - Meat
Served with oven roasted potatoes and house vegetables
Pollo alla Siciliana
Free-range chicken breasts simmered in a spicy red onion, capsicum, chilli, and tomato sauce topped with spinach and mozzarella
Pollo alla Frangelico
Free-range chicken breasts simmered in a sweet, creamy apricot, almond and Frangelico liqueur sauce topped with camembert
Pollo alla Cacciatora
Free-range chicken breasts, simmered in tomato, mushrooms, onion, and capsicum sauce with kalamata olives
Petto di Pollo Gratinato
Crispy Breaded Chicken breast, shallow-fried and topped with ham and mozzarella then grilled and served in Napoletana tomato sauce
Veal Fiorentina
Veal scaloppine topped with spinach and mozzarella in a mushroom and white wine sauce
Marsala
Veal scaloppine or Chicken breast served in a creamy sweet marsala sauce with mushrooms
Main Courses - Steaks
Served with oven roasted potatoes and house vegetables
Pepe Verde
Fillet of your choice, grilled to your liking and served with soft green peppercorns in mustard and white wine creamy sauce
Rossini
Fillet of your choice, grilled to your liking and served in creamy bacon, mushrooms, and brandy sauce
Main Courses - Fish & Vegetarian
Melanzane Gratinate al Parmigiano
Crumbed slices of eggplant topped with capsicum, red onion and mozzarella then grilled and served in Napoletana tomato sauce, served with house veges
Pesce del Giorno
Snapper fillet, cooked with Napoletana tomato sauce, shrimp, garlic, and white wine, served with house veges
Grigliata di Calamari
Hotplate grilled squid rings tossed in garlic and herbs, accompanied by fresh wild greens and aioli
Gamberoni in Guazze
9 King prawns pan-fried with garlic flamed in brandy and simmered in a Napoletana tomato sauce with a touch of cream, lemon zest, and fresh basil leaves served with greens
Cozze Verdi
New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussels in a garlic, basil pesto, spinach, and white wine creamy béchamel sauce with a touch of lemon zest and fresh basil leaves
Cozze alla Marinara
New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussels simmered in a tomato, basil, garlic, and vodka sauce with a touch of lemon zest and fresh basil leaves
Sides
Small Green Salad
Large Green Salad
Rocket Salad
Vege & Roasted Potatoes
Chilli & Garlic Olive Oil
Bowl of Pasta
Ciabatta "sauce-mopping bread"
Parmesan Fries
Bubbles & Rose
Prosecco Brut (Italy)
Prosecco Rose (Italy)
Prosecco Doc Ca Bolani – 200ml (Italy)
Prosecco Rose- 200ml (Italy)
White Wine
Glass / Bottle.
Sensi Pinot Grigio (Italy)
Domain rd Central otago Chardonny
Charles Wiffen Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Volcanic Hills Marlborough Pinot Gris
Italian Red
Glass / Bottle.
Fantini Sangovese
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC
Astrale Chianti Docg 2021
Campi Rudi Rosso Sangiovese Primitivo IGT
Beers & Cider
Birra Menabrea Lager (Italy)
Birra Menabrea zero(italy)
Peroni (Italy)
Peroni zero(Italy)
Whisky & Bourbon (30ml)
Jameson
Ballantine’s
Grant’s
Jim Beam
Non-Alcoholic
Orange – Apple – Cranberry – Tomato – Grapefruit
Juice.
Coca Cola – Coke Zero – Sprite
Fizzy.
Lemon Lime & Bitters – Lemon Lime & Bitters diet
Fizzy.
Ginger ale – Ginger Beer
Fizzy.
Cocktails
Gin and Tonic
GIN & TONIC
Gin and Orange Juice
ORANGE BLOSSOM
Vodka and Tomato Juice
BLOODY MARY
Coffee
Oats Milk Available / +$1.5.
Cappuccino / Flat White
Latte / Hot Chocolate / Mochaccino
Espresso / Long Black
Final Thoughts
The pleasure of eating across this part of the North Shore is its variety. Choose El Greco or Palato when the meal itself is the destination, Rosie’s for a spirited group outing, or November Cafe for a relaxed daytime stop. Browns Bay and Devonport offer plenty of reasons to stay into the evening, while Takapuna and the neighbouring bays keep good food close to the coast.