Auckland Restaurants Where You Can Book a Table Outside

Reserve a table outside and soak up the final rays of summer.

Concrete Playground
Published on February 22, 2018

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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Restaurant
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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Restaurant
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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Restaurant
Hallertau

1171 Coatesville Riverhead Highway, Riverhead

A country restaurant in the best sense of the word.

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Restaurant
Casita Miro

3 Brown Rd, Waiheke Island

A Waihetian treasure.

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Restaurant
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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Bar
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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Bar
La Zeppa

33 Drake Street, Freeman's Bay

The tapas and late night menu are inspired by cuisine from all over the world.

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Bar
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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Restaurant
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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Restaurant
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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Restaurant
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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Restaurant
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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Pub
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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Pub
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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Bar
Northcote Tavern

37 Queen St

Zip over the harbour on the ferry and enjoy a few pints in the sun.

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Cafe
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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Bar
The Commons

21 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna

All-day alfresco dining and drinking

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Restaurant
Ortolana

31 Tyler Street, Auckland

A gourmet restaurant built on the “garden to fork” philosophy.

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