The Best Places in Auckland to Take Your Dad This Father's Day
Forget socks and a block of Whittaker's — take the dad figure in your life out for a Father's Day to remember.
Last Father's Day, the whole country was in an Omicron lockdown, meaning celebrations had a Level 4 lean. Perhaps you only got to chat to your father figure over Facetime or Zoom, or maybe your kids whipped you up a not-so-cafe-quality brunch — hey, it's the thought that counts.
This year, make up for it with a delicious meal worth leaving the house for. Whether the dad in your life likes a full English breakfast and strong coffee, a sunshine-soaked arvo at the pub sinking a few brews, or a special occasion dinner out on the town, there are a heap of spots around Tāmaki Makaurau to take dear old dad. Here are our top picks of places to take him on his dedicated day.
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RestaurantOkumnandi
295 Ponsonby Road, Auckland
Does Dad love meat in all its forms? Take him to this modern South African spot in Ponsonby that specialises in braii — cooking meats over an open charcoal grill.
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RestaurantPhat Philly's
14 McDonald Street, Auckland
Cheese. Steak. Bread. Yum. If someone’s had dad on a pre-summer diet, let him throw off those shackles and chow down on one of these authentic Philly cheesesteak sandwiches.
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BarNanny's Eatery
492 New North Road, Auckland
With one of the largest rum selections in the city and only 400 metres from Eden Park, this dog-friendly spot is bringing a little spice to Kingsland.
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BarRiverhead Tavern
29 York Terrace, Riverhead
Spend some quality time with dad during the half-hour drive out to Riverhead — then kick back with a beer and enjoy the stunning sunset views over the upper Waitemata.
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RestaurantOzone Coffee Roasters
18 Westmoreland Street West, Auckland
New Plymouth's coffee specialists open an all-day eatery and roastery in Grey Lynn.
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PubLeigh 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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RestaurantPoderi 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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RestaurantFlour Mill Cafe
409a Manukau Road, Auckland
A former flour factory turned sun-drenched eatery.
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RestaurantUmu Pizza
469 New North Road, Auckland
Keen to Father’s Day simple? Order a few sourdough pizzas and wash them down with your favourite craft beers or organic wines.
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RestaurantWilliams Eatery
85 Daldy Street, Auckland
A refined, family-operated eatery in the heart of Wynyard Quarter.
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RestaurantCassia
90 Federal Street, Auckland
After sustaining significant flood damage earlier this year, Cassia reopened with a brand new menu but the same unbelievably high standard of contemporary Indian cuisine.
