I sought out this place after reading through the Trip Advisor for coffee recommendations. A quaint little place worthy of a visit. Gorgeous little lane way but not dingy. Cafe was beautifully laid out and the staff were very attentive. Unfortunately, the coffee was not to my liking. It wasn’t offensive, but it was so mild (not weak) that it was bland.
I’ll keep looking for the perfect cuppa.

After landing in Auckland and realizing our Airbnb wouldn’t allow early check-in, we set off to find a spot to eat. I stumbled across a cafe on Yelp, and the menu had me intrigued. So, we parked in a nearby garage and strolled down a quaint little street, where this hidden gem awaited.

The cafe was buzzing with energy—people everywhere—but we were greeted with warmth the moment we arrived. We chose to sit outside, and the waiter even brought us the cutest high chair for our little one—the kind you strap onto a regular chair!

Menus in hand, water served instantly, and we kicked things off with a cappuccino and a flat white. Unsure what to get for our baby girl, the waiter suggested a “fluffy” (or babycino)—a small cup of warm milk with froth and two marshmallows. She downed the whole thing, grinning and saying “yummy” with every sip. A win for sure!

My husband went for the Melba Grill, while I couldn’t resist the Benedict with salmon, spinach, and some extra mixed mushrooms. 🍄

Our food arrived quickly, and wow—presentation was on point. The flavors? Even better! Every bite was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. We were happily full by the end, but not weighed down—definitely a sign that the ingredients were top-notch, organic, and locally sourced.

If you’re even remotely considering this place, let this be your sign—don’t walk, RUN to this cafe! The ambiance, the vibrant atmosphere, the attentive staff, the gorgeous food, and the unforgettable flavors made for the perfect start to our family vacation here in New Zealand. 🇳🇿

Great breakfast, friendly service.
We had a lovely breakfast here with 5 adults and everyone was very satisfied and full!
Great coffee as well

I did a quick google search for 'breakfast near me' and here we came to Melba. The menu pictures looked great and was perfectly replicated on the plate of eggs Benedict in front of me. Amazing presentation and taste. Excellent coffee. My new Auckland fav. Great work Melba!

Sort of crammed ourselves into a spot and shared a very good breakfast that was moderately priced, delicious and speedy. I would recommend it but not for a business meeting. Good experience close to our hotel.