Cafes

Summer is here which means one thing…ice cream, and lots of it. While plenty of the sweet stuff can be found in the Capital’s…

Oh, ice cream. It’s there for us as the perfect treat on a hot summer’s day. It’s there for us to eat a whole tub of when…

When it comes to restaurants, us Aucklanders really are spoilt for choice. Whether you have a taste for the finer things in life and…

Fish and chips. They’re pretty much our national tucker. If your passionate votes are anything to go by, we’re sure this list…

Takapuna is one of our fave suburbs, period. Not only is it home to one of the most popular beaches on the North Shore and a number of…

Doughnuts are having a moment—and that’s totally fine by us. Whether you like them dusted with sugar, oozing with chocolate…

Good for you and for the planet, plant-based cuisine is more accessible and delicious than ever before. What was once a desperate struggle…

Whether it's a big ol' bowl of dumplings, a decent coffee and a slice of cake, or a juicy burger with all the trimmings, we're…

There’s just nothing better than devouring a really good burger. It’s salty, it’s satisfying, it’s what hungry…

I scream, you scream... well, you know how it goes. Whether it's fresh and fruity or rich and chocolatey, in a cone, on a stick or in a…

When it comes to restaurants, bars and cafes, Ponsonby is a literal smorgasbord—in fact, this is one suburb where it's more about…

Whatever the occasion or vibe, Hamilton’s restaurant scene has it all. Whether you’re after a sophisticated date destination, a…

For a night out feeling fancy, a sweet pick-me-up or a tasty bite to get you through your day, Parnell won’t disappoint as…

So you're looking for somewhere to eat in Ōtautahi? Christchurch is enough lucky to have so many choice restaurants popping up…

We all know Newmarket as an incredible shopping destination, but what about its many epic eateries? From Peruvian tacos and schnitzels the…

Us Kiwis have become quite the café connoisseurs. Our love affair with oat milk lattes and Instagrammable acai bowls is…

There are many interesting and unique cafes scattered around Hamilton... hidden down side alleys, plonked amidst industrial zones, and…

There’s no denying that winter is now well and truly upon us, but rather than focus on how damn cold we are, it’s time for some…

Whether payday is a distant memory or you simply don’t want to spend your life savings on a meal, don’t go running for those…

Queenstown has a new pop-up on its culinary menu and we’re crossing our fingers (and toes) that this cosy restaurant will extend its…

We Kiwis absolutely love our coffee. In fact, NZ is one of the top coffee consumers globally. But how many of us actually know how to brew…

Sometimes it’s nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and dine in calmer surroundings. So, if you feel like…

No cool day is complete without our buddy hot chocolate. A comforting cuppa will warm you from the inside out on the coldest of…

The hospitality industry is struggling, but not because of the reasons you probably think. While many venues are enjoying an unprecedented…

Long gone are the days where we have to finish everything on our dinner plate in order to gorge on dessert. Now we can simply skip it…

Gerrick Numan is the director of Millé—a hospitality design studio that’s proving an absolute force to be reckoned with.…

If the words ‘Birria Tacos’ have piqued your interest, you’re not alone. The juicy tacos have been making…

From milkshakes to margaritas, burgers to bao—MOGLY Bar And Eatery is bringing a whole lotta deliciousness to the South Auckland…

Nobody wants to waste food, but it inevitably ends up happening all across New Zealand. At the same time, food insecurity is a major concern…

Ahhh toast, the humble food that just keeps on giving. It’s the perfect brekkie companion, a great lunch option and even makes for a…

Some things in life make for the perfect union. Like toast and avocado, and pancakes and fairy floss (it’s a thing), Aucklanders and…

Queen's Birthday weekend has arrived which means three days of rest, relaxation and feasting are on the cards. While some places close…

Dunedin has long been known as the home of the humble cheese roll, a delicacy that oozes cheesy oniony goodness and is best served with…

Dunedin has long been known as the home of the humble cheese roll, a delicacy that oozes cheesy oniony goodness and is best served with…

We all know Auckland has a fantastic range of cafés and restaurants, but not all the great eateries are based in Auckland’s CBD…

Leisha Rae makes up the sweet 1/2 of Bowl & Arrow with her bestie and partner in crime, Hannah Bryan. After meeting at a cafe Leisha was…

It’s not always straightforward being vegan. When you’re not cooking at home, it can be tricky to find somewhere that will cater…

What better way to treat yourself than enjoying one of Auckland’s best high teas? Let’s face it, it’s nice to feel that…

What better way to treat yourself than enjoying one of Auckland’s best high teas? Let’s face it, it’s nice to feel that…

It's official: Basque cheesecake is definitely having a moment here in Auckland. If you haven't been introduced to this insanely…

Little else compares to the feeling of drinking a coffee when you so desperately need one. As you’re sipping on your daily fuel, it…

Three-thirty-itis got you feeling like you need a little somethin’ somethin’? Spending up large at the vending machine? Instead…

When it comes to restaurants, us Aucklanders really are spoilt for choice. Whether you have a taste for the finer things in life and…

There’s a lot to love about Ponsonby. Top-notch boutiques and eateries as well as a constant parade of pocket-sized pups make this…

Gone are the days when not being able to eat gluten meant you were doomed to living a doughnut-less existence. Two years ago Charlie Mia…

This year Anzac Day falls on a Sunday, meaning that Monday 26 April is a public holiday (which we'll hereby refer to as 'Anzac…

New Zealand's cool capital is known for its huge food scene. We may be a teeeeny bit biased, but we reckon it's got some of the best…

Easter is upon us and a long weekend of resting and feasting awaits. Take this holiday as a chance to go out to get your wine and dine on…

Easter is on the horizon and for the sweet tooths amongst us, this is seriously egg-citing news. After all, what other holiday is celebrated…

Waffles are one of those magical foods that can be eaten any time, anywhere (just ask Eleven, right Stranger Things fans?). Whether…

Chocolate may get most of the attention come Easter, but it isn't the only treat we're coveting once the season for bunnies, eggs…

Listen up team, because we're about to put the cherry on top of your summer. Mövenpick has opened a brand new boutique in Mt Eden…

It's International Women’s Day, so we’ve been exploring confidence and success, and you need look no further than the…

Level 3, here we go (again)... but at least we can still get our sugar fix, right? From OTT cookie pies through to some of the tastiest ice…

Hot diggity dawg, A new Korean hot dog joint has opened in Chancery Square, and they’re dishing out some seriously delicious…

Whoever came up with this cunning way of eating cake for breakfast (or any other meal, for that matter), we thank you for your service to…

Here at Urban List we love bringing you all the new eats in town, so we couldn’t contain our excitement when we found Red…

Put down that kale smoothie and get your loose pants on. Despite what most of our news feeds may suggest, there's a reason why the…

Are you and the crew craving something new for your next night out? There’s no better time to take things to the next level and try…

Don’t get us wrong—we love wine as much as the next person, and with Waiheke's famed vineyards scattered all over the…

La Bella Italia! Sophia Loren once famously said ‘Everything you see I owe to pasta’ and we at Urban List couldn’t…

A city’s café culture can give real insight into the kind of place it is. From sophisticated joints, to the more eccentric…

One of life’s greatest pleasures is enjoying an ice cream. Whether you’re a refreshing lemon sorbet, a creamy hokey pokey or a…

There’s a lot that goes into excellent fish and chippies. Done right— just-caught-straight-off-the-boat fish with a golden…

New Year’s resolutions, deathly hangovers, dancing until the wee hours of the morning and sunrise yoga—there’s a bunch of…

After the endless rounds of turkey, ham, pavlova and berries you need a well-deserved rest. Stay away from the streams of shoppers and get…

Who doesn't love a bit of quality café time? There's not a lot us Urban Listers love more than stepping out for brekkie,…

Auckland, one of the very few cities where there are more local cafes and coffee shops rather than big coffee chain franchises. The coffee…

A simple fried egg on supermarket-white toast just doesn’t cut it anymore. As the café scene continues to grow and thrive in…

Let's be honest, who hasn't craved a sweet dessert-like hit for breakfast along with their morning coffee? Now the craze that has…

New Zealanders are becoming more connected to their choices than ever, making conscious decisions on the 5 W’s (and H) of spending our…

It’s not often that Wellingtonians go crazy over something out of Hamilton, but when it comes to Duck Island Ice Cream, locals are…

Foodies, listen up! A new Italian-inspired eatery has just opened in Avondale and it’s going to make you want to fill your…

Good news for those who work, live or play near Ponsonby road… Dedwood Deli is here to make your lunchtime and late-night food…

The only work you should be doing on Labour Day is lifting a glass or fork to your mouth. That’s a fact. To help you along with your…

Not familiar with the origins of the faithful Italian dessert tiramisu? Well, strap yourself in for a history lesson. Though no one…

Now that the summer months are creeping in, this means one thing and one thing only—t'is the season for fish ‘n’ chips…

It’s common knowledge that the two best things in this world are a) cheese and b) cake. So when some joker decided to combine the two,…

We’re already two weeks into what is arguably Wellington’s best event of the year; Visa Wellington on a Plate, an annual…

One of Christchurch’s most well-loved (and epic) gelato stores is letting you cast your vote for the upcoming elections in the most…

As Kiwis, a love of pies is practically in our DNA. These hearty pastries have been keeping us fuelled for generations and are the perfect…

No cool day is complete without our buddy hot chocolate. A comforting cuppa will warm you from the inside out on the coldest of…

It is no longer a painful task for vegetarians to find something to eat on a menu, in fact, the options are growing more and more by the…

Kick start your mornings at Kingsland’s latest hot spot and say hello to Antheia’s Loft, a charming new eatery that is dishing…

One of the better things to come out COVID-19 was the collective push towards supporting local Kiwi-owned businesses. Of course we then also…

Get excited, Auckland—because local peanut butter brand, Fix & Fogg have just opened their first-ever store in the city of sails…

While it may feel it was a long time coming what with lockdowns and the usual havoc wreaked by the global pandemic, we finally have some…

In the competitive stakes of which city boasts the best coffee, Dunedin could be mistaken for being the underdog. But with a seriously cool…

If you love a new opening as much as we do, then listen up, we’ve found the perfect breakfast spot for you to sink your teeth into.…

Market-fave Good Habit Ice Cream has just put down roots in an enviable position just opposite summer hotspot Heard Park in Parnell and the…

Cakes are the actual best. Be it big or small, topped with outrageous goodies or simply iced (we don’t discriminate), cake is always a…

With so many eateries dotted all over Christchurch, it’s hard to know where to start but we’re here to point you in the right…

When it comes to winter desserts, there’s no place for raw cheesecakes, chia puddings or—God forbid—fruit platters. Just…

Vegan food is big business these days, with whole eateries dedicated to a cuisine that was once actually quite hard to come by. This is…

Here at Urban List, nothing's got us more hyped right now than the news that after four long years in the making, the billion-dollar…

There's something about the humble schnitzel that never fails to satisfy. Perhaps it's the crispy golden crumb on the outside, or…