Lime Bar

Cute intimate bar with simple stylish decor. We enjoyed G&Ts and the happy hour was a bonus! Tried the carne pizza which had a nice thin base and was tasty. Table seating in the front where you can observe the Ponsonby vibe.

Cute little bar with a good wine list and cocktail menu. But the 2 bartenders were clearly not pleased that 2 ‘tourists’ had come into their bar looking for a glass of wine. They were rude and dismissive and didn’t come back once to check on us or ask if we wanted another round. Very unlike the other experiences we had in NZ. Too many other great options in Ponsonby to waste time here.

I had a very disappointing experience at Lime Bar over the weekend. A short white male staff member was incredibly rude to our table from the moment we arrived. He was incredibly hostile and yelled at my friend who's birthday it was. I’ve genuinely never encountered such a bad attitude from someone working in hospitality.

Feels like Cheers - they always remember who you are and the service is top drawer. Liv is a fantastic mixologist and Kev is like a benevolent uncle. Happy beers are nice and cheap, and there's always a conversation to drop into. Can't fault the place.

We've been to this hole in the wall cocktail bar twice in two weekends - testament of their service and quality! Immaculate and well-thought top cocktails that leave you wanting more. Their Daiquiris are a must have, so are the others, including their Espresso Martini! Service is attentive from the moment you get in and are sat down - they come around to get you drinks, as you're finishing your last. Such a breath of fresh air, after so many places not doing well made drinks OR good service!! These gentlemen know what they are doing 💯

Open late for a weekday which was great for a nightcap. Bar is intimate service was friendly and attentive. We had follow up table service which we appreciated. Music playing was a good variety.

Amazing bar great service, cocktails and atmosphere. Anyone who knows Ponsonby knows Lime. Keep it coming Lime 26 years and going strong 💪

Best little bar with the most wonderful staff in the whole wide world ❤️

Rude, arrogant staff. Got chewed out for raising my hand at the bar to indicate that I was waiting to be served, didn't even argue about it, then was asked to leave by another member of staff. Don't go here

Definitely no lemon, this is an old faithful watering hole on Ponsonby Road. The service is great and the music is old school (think Frank Sinatra), so this is more for the mature than the adolescent crowd. The cocktail list is currently being updated, so look out for more interesting offerings soon. In the meantime, they do a great dark and stormy, even when the weather outside isn't so.

If you feel like getting back to the old school, and sharing that with LOTS of other people in a confined space, then Lime is the place for you. The tunes are a selection of the best from the last 30-40 years or so, so expect more 'Sweet Caroline' and less 'YOLO'. It is a fairly tight squeeze in Lime, so expect to get to know your fellow revelers, as being elbow to elbow with them you can't really help it. Still, made for a fun night out with some of the older mates, just don't expect to be able to dance, haha!

Not sure what the attitude is about now. .. recently went with friends after a meal. Got called over and asked if we were taking something. . Found that offensive.. it was 8 at night on a Saturday and no other customers. . Had friend over from aus. . They were shocked as I recommended the bar for good music friendly service and a last drink after dinner before being home by 9pm. . I'd move toward another option that does not have a rude attitude

I came late on a Wednesday night, so didn't experience the crowds that pack in here on the weekends. First thing I noticed was the background music, the kind of tracks you know all the words too, a bit of a blast from the past but in a good way. My cocktail was delicious, just said vodka based and left it up to the barman. Service was friendly, think it's a good weekday choice.