WATERING HOLES
Take some time out for a deep an meaningful over a full-bodied red or enjoy a couple of pale ales as the sun goes down, whatever your poison, the Auckland bar scene is here for you! We've compiled a list of the best bars around for you to choose from!
Mo's Bar
City Center
This bar may only fit around 15 people at a push, but boy is it special. A cosy wee bar with an extensive cocktail list and it stays open until the small hours of the morning.
Caretaker
Roukai Lane, Britomart
Auckland's best speakeasy is hidden down Roukai Lane. Step into this underground bar and be transported to NYC, circa 1920s, where you can enjoy beautiful drinks, crafted for your taste buds.
Love Bucket
Karangahape Road
This place is golden. They take their gin seriously and their servings of boozy concoctions even more so. Expect to feel a little dusty after an evening here!
Barulho
Parnell
Take a table up the back in the low light, romantic vibe and settle in for some sweet reds or a couple of fiery margaritas. Oh the Mezcal and pineapple flavours you'll taste ♡
La Fuente
Snickel Lane, CBD
Mosey on down to the hidden gem that is, Snickel Lane, and treat your date to some foreign flavours. Sip Mezcal and sample the exotic wine varietals of this brilliant laneway bar.
Deadshot
Ponsonby Road
Hidden in plain sight with no windows, this spot is a little hard to find... Which, in combination with the low-light vibes and feel of an era gone by, adds to the allure.