Cushla’s guidebook
Food scene
All the craft beer on tap that you could ever want and also a changing food caravan if you are hungry
12 locals recommend
The Beer Spot
54 Northcote RdAll the craft beer on tap that you could ever want and also a changing food caravan if you are hungry
Mulan
243 Hinemoa StreetLocal fusion restaurant with delicious food
Abruzzo Ristorante Italiano
13 Birkenhead AveLocal italian restaurant, great food and service and reasonably priced
If you like real bread this is the place to go, at least 20 different varieties of bread and rolls all made fresh on site. Very popular, takeaway only
6 locals recommend
Diehl's Bakery
65 Hillside RdIf you like real bread this is the place to go, at least 20 different varieties of bread and rolls all made fresh on site. Very popular, takeaway only
Art House Cinema
Lovely cinema that has been around for years and has a fantastic selection of art house movies.
48 locals recommend
Bridgeway Cinema
122 Queen StLovely cinema that has been around for years and has a fantastic selection of art house movies.
Beach
Great swimming beach with stunning views of Rangitoto Island and plenty of cafes nearby. There is a really nice coastal walk from Takapuna to Milford, well worth doing.
81 locals recommend
Takapuna Beach
Great swimming beach with stunning views of Rangitoto Island and plenty of cafes nearby. There is a really nice coastal walk from Takapuna to Milford, well worth doing.
Fitness
Outdoor swimming pool in my neighbourhood, lane swimming (33m) and a kids pool
9 locals recommend
Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre
46 Mahara AveOutdoor swimming pool in my neighbourhood, lane swimming (33m) and a kids pool