Richie B.'s
Favourite restaurants
- 135La Zeppa Kitchen & BarFreemans BayUnfortunately it was raining last Friday night, however if it was nice weather I would have been on that deck having the time of my life! Next time you're there, have a look at the menu - delicious.
- 224Late Night DinerPonsonbyI have been waiting for somewhere you can get a burger and beer at late hours of the night for aaaaages! My prayers have been answered.
- 318SOTO Japanese Garden RestaurantPonsonbyNothing like a Japanese infused Wesetern classic to get your taste buds flying. Absolutely delicious.
- 4137Takapuna Beach Cafe and StoreTakapunaNothing like some bacon, eggs and mushrooms followed by a dip at Takapuna Beach to cure that never ending hangover.
- 511JankenHerne BayThe pork buns from Janken were more like burgers with a Japanese spice which was a refreshing change from the gluggy pork buns I'm used to. Definitely worth a try.
Richie B.'s
Top coffee spots
- 16Sidewalk CafeMt AlbertNow there's one thing I LOVE, that's a big kiwi brekky. Sidewalk is one place that does it right, and I would say the best place in Mt Albert. I will definitely be returning.
- 248SPQRPonsonbyI'm not usually a martini man but sometimes SPQR does funny things to people. The espresso martini is definitely a must have. Thanks Nay Nay!
- 39Shore Road CafeRemueraCreamiest, most delicious hollandaise I've ever had
- 418Parkside CafeMt AlbertYou’re not really with the times if you don’t have gluten free stuff. These cookies were also delicious which made me happy
- 526Clear Water PeakPonsonbyLovely staff, beautiful coffee and a great environment to catch up with friends.
Richie B.'s
Guilty pleasures
- 133Best Ugly BagelsAuckland CentralThese things are delicious, even the standard PB & J!
- 257MoustacheAuckland CentralWhat an awesome idea for a café! I can’t believe it has taken me so long to come here, but I’m glad I finally did. It’s definitely worth a visit.
- 312Casa Del Gelato PonsonbyPonsonbyDefinitely have a go with the ginger beer sorbet. Deliciousssssss
- 49White's & Co BritomartAuckland CentralThe blood orange icecream in a waffle cone is deeeeeeeeeeelicious. The awesome silver vendor trailer doubles the fun.
- 547Chocolate Boutique CafeParnellWhen you think of chocolate, Diabetic friendly doesn't usually come to mind. Chocolate Boutique however, stock the most amazing stevia sweetened chocolates friendly for Diabetics. Worth a try (diabetic or not)
Richie B.'s
Best brunch spots
- 19Shore Road CafeRemueraCreamiest, most delicious hollandaise I've ever had
- 22Villa Coffee HouseBirkenheadVilla has the most intensely flavoursome Eggs Benedict I think I have ever tried. Teamed up with a beautiful flat white, this was a meal I’m going to remember.
- 31I'm a sucker for a classic Kiwi big brekky. There was something particularly satisfying with this one however. The egg was poached to perfection, the toast not too hard or undertoasted, and bacon salty enough to make me want another coffee (sneakyyyyy). Thanks Verve!
- 46Sidewalk CafeMt AlbertNow there's one thing I LOVE, that's a big kiwi brekky. Sidewalk is one place that does it right, and I would say the best place in Mt Albert. I will definitely be returning.
- 59Shed FiveAuckland CentralExactly what I felt like (a bit hungover). The bacon is crispy, eggs creamy, and sausages delicious. Whats more, the presentation is unbelievable. Check it out!