Guidebook for Auckland
Sightseeing
Mount Albert
You can see most of Auckland
Drinks & Nightlife
Great pub with a busy vibe. They do good pizzas (though a bit pricey) and great pub food. When you're hungry you have to chase the waiters a little though!
13 locals recommend
Lord Kitchener
6 Kitchener RdGreat pub with a busy vibe. They do good pizzas (though a bit pricey) and great pub food. When you're hungry you have to chase the waiters a little though!
Food Scene
The Hunter and the Nest are well worth it. It's not for those in a budget. Breakfast menu runs at about 18$ per meal.
27 locals recommend
L'Oeuf
4A Owairaka AveThe Hunter and the Nest are well worth it. It's not for those in a budget. Breakfast menu runs at about 18$ per meal.
Great atmosphere where all the young locals from Mt Albert hang out
38 locals recommend
Chinoiserie Bar and Eatery
4 Owairaka AveGreat atmosphere where all the young locals from Mt Albert hang out
Great value takeaway. Absolutely excellent food. This place is always buzzing and they keep opening new venues within 100 metres of each other just to fit all the customers in! Best Tikka Masala in town.
35 locals recommend
Paradise Restaurant
581 Sandringham RoadGreat value takeaway. Absolutely excellent food. This place is always buzzing and they keep opening new venues within 100 metres of each other just to fit all the customers in! Best Tikka Masala in town.
Best steak pies in town. Best sausage rolls. This is a widely accepted fact, not just a subjective viewpoint (which are widespread on pie quality). The proof is in the shortage of pie choices after lunch...so get in quick or even book one: 09 846 2355
6 locals recommend
Muzza's Pies
55 Richardson RdBest steak pies in town. Best sausage rolls. This is a widely accepted fact, not just a subjective viewpoint (which are widespread on pie quality). The proof is in the shortage of pie choices after lunch...so get in quick or even book one: 09 846 2355
Excellent sweet and sour pork, dumplings and the beef in spicy oil is great too. It is open late (about 11 to 12 pm) but is CLOSED ON TUESDAYS so don't get caught out (as we have). And they DO NOT TAKE CREDIT CARD. Also, if you are thinking of calling to make an order, don't bother. They make food when you are there.
Tianze Dumpling House
695 Sandringham RdExcellent sweet and sour pork, dumplings and the beef in spicy oil is great too. It is open late (about 11 to 12 pm) but is CLOSED ON TUESDAYS so don't get caught out (as we have). And they DO NOT TAKE CREDIT CARD. Also, if you are thinking of calling to make an order, don't bother. They make food when you are there.
Great Tom Yum Soup and Curry Puffs. But be careful, it is very spicy! You can ask for mild but you are then missing out on the experience a bit. The best thing about this place is that they do free delivery for orders over 20$ which is incredible. Phone 09 845 6936. NOTE TO GUESTS: because of the gate and bell arrangement at the house, it is best to let us know you are expecting delivery so we can look out for/let them in and send them down to you when they arrive.
Chill Out Thai Restaurant & Delivery
945A New N RdGreat Tom Yum Soup and Curry Puffs. But be careful, it is very spicy! You can ask for mild but you are then missing out on the experience a bit. The best thing about this place is that they do free delivery for orders over 20$ which is incredible. Phone 09 845 6936. NOTE TO GUESTS: because of the gate and bell arrangement at the house, it is best to let us know you are expecting delivery so we can look out for/let them in and send them down to you when they arrive.
Parks & Nature
Owairaka Park
56-60 Owairaka AveGreat recreational area with basketball hoops and playground
Essentials
Best value supermarket. May not have as much fancy stuff as Countdown and New World.
44 locals recommend
PAK'nSAVE Mt Albert
1177 New N RdBest value supermarket. May not have as much fancy stuff as Countdown and New World.
Has a pharmacy instore. Supermarket open until 10 pm (Pharmacy closes around 9)
14 locals recommend
Countdown Mt Roskill
112 Stoddard RdHas a pharmacy instore. Supermarket open until 10 pm (Pharmacy closes around 9)
New World Mt Roskill
53 May RdEntertainment & Activities
Mt Albert Aquatic Centre
38 Alberton AvenueWave pool and slides, spa, etc.