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The Occidental Belgian Beer Cafe
(6-8 Vulcan Lane, Auckland)
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One of my favorite pubs in
Auckland
the
The Occidental Belgian Beer Cafe
does a good range of Belgian beers - all served
in appropriate glass ware.
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Northern Steamship (122 Quay Street, Auckland) - Handily located close to the Quay, the Northern Steamship boasts an excellent array of Mac's beers, a good selection of meals and, handily for a gadgeted traveller, free wifi. Good place for a light evening meal, pint of beer and checking that all important email.
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cornerbar (Hotel DeBrett, 2 High Street, Auckland 1010) - One of Auckland's finest institutions for a pre-dinner drinks in the nearby restaurants and bars. Offers well selected set of New Zealand wines and light bites - and ideal introduction to the evening.
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Hashigo Zake
(25 Taranaki St, Te Aro, Wellington, New Zealand)
- An astonishingly excellent array of
New Zealand
and foreign
boutique and "special-interest" beers. Knowledgeable staff
are more than happy to advise on the broad selection. Highly
recommended for both beer-lovers and the casual-consumer
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The Backbencher (24 Molesworth Street, Wellington) - Quite an institution in Wellington and directly opposite the Beehive (Houses of Parliament). Does an excellent line of lunches and a standard selection of New Zealand beers. The real attraction, however, are the numerous puppets and cartoons lampooning current politicians and poltical events.
Leuven (135-137 Featherston St, Wellington, New Zealand) - In common with its brethren in Auckland and Christchurch , Leuven does a good line Belgian beers (all in appropriate glassware) and foods - including the popular mussels. Popular with locals and visitors alike, the Leuven is a most excellent joint with a convivial atmosphere.
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Craic Irish Tavern (24 The Octagon, Dunedin) - I'm not usually one to recommend Irish-themed pubs as they tend to be much-of-a-muchness and, like a well known burger chain, you could be anywhere. The Craic does, indeed, have the usual selection of Irish beers and a selection of local brews but, unlike many other Irish pubs, does actually do decent meals which actually mean it's worth it!
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Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof (20 Durham Street, Sydenham, 8023 Christchurch) - The Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof is a fine pub in a historical building in central Christchurch. Excellent selection of Belgian beers all served in appropriate glassware. Does a good selection of Belgian-themed meals.
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Whataroa Pub - Wouldn't usually get a look in. BUT, Whataroa Pub is a real pub with real people in it. Does a standard range of New Zealand beers. The Stonegrill is excellent and a must have - locally produced meats of very good quality.
