Auckland Restaurants Where You Can Book a Table Outside
Reserve a table outside and soak up the final rays of summer.
Snagging an outdoor table at your favourite restaurant on a sunny, balmy day, is bliss. But it's a bliss that's often hard to come by. Beer gardens, rooftop bars and alfresco dining areas are heaving over the warmer months, and many of them don't let you reserve a spot. But luckily at these restaurants, you can. So, go forth, book a table and soak up the final rays of summer.
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Riverhead Tavern
29 York Terrace, Riverhead
An amazing deck that that looks over the Kumeu River, it’s the perfect place to kick back with a beer
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Mudbrick Restaurant and Winery
126 Church Bay Road, Waiheke Island
A gourmet Waiheke Island restaurant and winery that boasts amazing food and even more amazing views.
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Cable Bay Vineyard
12 Nick Johnston Drive, Waiheke Island
Enjoy far-reaching views of the Auckland skyline from your beanbag throne.
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Soul Bar and Bistro
Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland
Located in the heart of Auckland's Viaduct, with arguably one of the city's most enviable terraces.
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Hallertau
1171 Coatesville Riverhead Highway, Riverhead
A country restaurant in the best sense of the word.
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Poderi Crisci Restaurant - CLOSED
205 Awaawaroa Road, Waiheke Island
The people who brought you metre-long pizza and some of the best Italian in the city.
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Brothers Juke Joint BBQ
5 Akiraho Street, Mt Eden
A happy marriage of cold craft beer and hot, smokey, slow-cooked meat.
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Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen
7 Sale Street, Freemans Bay
The ex-denim factory is a carnivore's paradise.
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The Glass Goose
78 Federal Street, Auckland CBD
A modern, concrete and glass establishment that might just be your new favourite after-work, Sunday lunch, or just-because spot.
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Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co.
Hobson Street, Auckland
If a sun-drenched rooftop bar and two lane bowling alley is what the doctor ordered.
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Te Motu - The Shed
76 Onetangi Road, Waiheke Island
A shed that has quite literally been transformed into a five-star restaurant.
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The Oyster Inn
124 Oceanview Rd, Waiheke Island
A boutique hotel, a retail shop, a sometimes gig venue and a pleasant, aquatically themed restaurant.
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SPQR
150 Ponsonby Road, Auckland
I’ve started so many fun nights out at SPQR and indulged in many a long lunch with many a glass or three of Astrolab to help the afternoon slip by. The buzz and atmosphere are unbeatable in my opinion.
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Moreton’s
425 Tamaki Drive, Auckland
The gastropub/sports bar hybrid so close to the ocean that water pretty much laps underneath your feet while you dine.
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Leigh Sawmill Cafe
142 Pakiri Road, Leigh
A regular pit stop for bright local musical talents, Leigh Sawmill boasts great pizzas and wooden cabins for overnight stays.
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Northcote Tavern
37 Queen St
Zip over the harbour on the ferry and enjoy a few pints in the sun.
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Takapuna Beach Cafe and Store
22 The Promenade, Takapuna
With its panoramic views of Rangitoto Island and the Waitemata Harbour, Takapuna Beach Café and Store offers a treat for all senses.
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Ortolana
31 Tyler Street, Auckland
A gourmet restaurant built on the “garden to fork” philosophy.