Takapuna is Auckland’s ultimate lifestyle destination and has the best of everything – a relaxed beach atmosphere with white sand beach, designer and high-street shopping, airconditioned shopping centre, lots of activities and a thriving hospitality scene with a huge variety of cafés, restaurants and bars – many of which take in views of our beautiful beach overlooking the sparkling waters of the Hauraki Gulf to iconic Rangitoto Island.
The Taste of Takapuna is our chance to celebrate all the fantastic restaurants, cafes, bars and eateries that Takapuna has. With over 100 places to eat and drink, Takapuna has so many options, from seaside restaurants and bars, to Melbourne-inspired eatery laneways, ice-cream parlours and cafes – there is something to satisfy whatever you’re craving.
While you are here, don’t forget to visit our famous Takapuna Beach, voted Aucklanders favourite city beach and regular feature of NZ’s top 10 instagram spots! If shopping is your thing, head down Hurstmere Road or into the airconditioned Shore City Shopping Centre where you will find a huge variety of shops from designer fashion and jewellery, to department stores, to gifts and homewares and boutique collectables.
We hope you have a fantastic time here in Takapuna - eat lots, drink lots and have an amazing time!
