Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Auckland, New Zealand
"Bestie Cafe, situated in the historic Saint Kevins Arcade on Karangahape Road, provides a restful atmosphere with views across Myers Park to the Sky Tower."
The place is lovely, with plenty of tables and a great view of the Sky Tower. We went around 10:00 am and it was busy, so the service was a bit rude, which I understand could have been due to the crowds. Regarding the food, we asked if it was spicy, to which they said no. It was, and I didn't fully enjoy my dish. My wife's pancakes were delicious, and the drinks were also good. I would return, but perhaps at a less busy time.
Juanma A.
Google
The coffee was excellent. Breakfast was average, fresh and tasty but not quite what I expected. The toast was cold, there was too much fennel, and the eggs were also cold. I understand it’s meant to be a fresh-style dish but it should be mentioned on the menu. A really small menu. Still, the flavors were great overall. They have a Palestine flag inside. I don’t think bringing politics into a café with such a sensitive topic is a smart choice. Show your support at home, not in your business.
E.R S.
Google
The vibes were immaculate, the natural light was lighting, a lay-back-open-colourful-jazzy kind of place and the service came with smiles for miles. Super lovely café, had a fancy toastie that blew my socks off and a coffee that was 91/100 real good. Staff were cool and chatty, brilliant banter to begin the day.
Visit Bestie for all your café based dreams and desires, they just may come true.
Carla M.
Google
Beautiful location, great atmosphere with a view to a park and the skyline.
Friendly staff, delicious food, tasty coffee. I had the edamame toast, and seemed small, but it's not, very filling, fresh, a bit on the spicy side, ask without chilli if you want without the spice.
Kate G.
Google
Best brunch we’ve had in Auckland! Great coffee, beautiful food and a great menu! Staff were efficient and super lovely, even on a busy Saturday. Gorgeous wee spot to sit and watch the world go by with big windows looking out over Auckland cbd! A must visit!
Monique S.
Google
Service was prompt and friendly, and the coffee was smooth and enjoyable. The food was well presented and generally enjoyable, though the pricing felt high for the portion sizes, which were on the smaller side.
The standout was the edamame smash — absolutely unreal, though quite spicy. Unfortunately, the halloumi bites were bland and lacked flavour, which was disappointing given the positive reviews we had read.
Naja K.
Google
The vibes of this place and its atmosphere is absolutely divine. I happened to walk by and came across the most beautiful seating area and setting. The coffee is delicious and their bakery selection is unique and equally delicious. A must stop for anyone looking for a space to sit, write or chill. Highly recommend!
Michael R.
Google
Our family favourite if we’re ever going out for brekkie or late brekkie. The hotcakes are our son’s favourite. So appreciate them putting on a school holiday deal. The staff out the front are amazing. When we came in most recently they were so busy and fully under the pump and the service was still so lovely. The food is always exceptional.
Tanya C.
Yelp
I love bestie cafe! I have come several times and each time the food and coffee are great. The view of the sky tower is beautiful. The staff are welcoming and kind. My favorite cafe in Aukland. The toastie with fried egg was delicious and the hot cakes as well. Their counter has a nice selection of treats and I love the veggie sandwich!
Zach B.
Yelp
The food we got was excellent. Tomatoes on toast and a coffee was the perfect way to start our day, and the service was friendly and prompt. Very cute location with lots of seating, and if you catch it at the right angle, you get a nice view of the Tower.
Shannon L.
Yelp
Wow, this is a gory restaurant. All the food is wonderful and we got a cookie when we left and it was the best chocolate chip cookie I've had in a very long while
We've plan to go back before we finish our vacation
Johanna S.
Yelp
Found this on the popular k-road in auckland.
What i liked:
- good coffee
- great view
- friendly service
Definitely a place i will visit again.
Reggie M.
Yelp
Bestie Cafe is situated inside the food court of St. Kevin Arcade off of K road, at the top of Myers Park in Auckland.
They serve breakfast, lunch or brunch and the cafe is for casual dining. After helping ourselves to a table, the wait staff took our order. My eyes caught the hangover burger aka the cure, it's Cumberland sausage patty with over easy egg, cheese some pickles and a bun. It was freshly made and filling.
I loved the outdoor dining setting and the spectacular view, although your really not outdoors but rather in quaint food hall shared by several restaurants in the arcade.
It's definitely a must try when in the area.
Roady O.
Yelp
Nice smooth cappuccino, friendly staff and very causy arcade with a very nice view to the tower,surrounded by lot cool small second hand shops.
Worth a trip here
Kelly T.
Yelp
Get food, great prices. Awesome friendly staff, nice casual atmosphere. Awesome location for me
Sheridan F.
Yelp
Just had breakfast here which was so good. Traveling around New Zealand from the UK this is definitely the best so far.
I had the avocado charred asparagus and poach eggs on midnight baker freedom loaf with shiitake mushroom purée and lots of other fantastic things. The coffee excellent as well.