The BasementThe Basement is an affordable venue for hire available to emerging artists of all genres in Auckland city where they can develop and exhibit their work across the disciplines of theatre, music, writing, visual art, and dance.

If you're sick of the scene come and enjoy a bevvy at Auckland's freshest, genre-crossing drinking spot. 42Below cocktails, cheap cold beer, and an array of good tunes from Auckland's cream of the crop every Friday and Saturday night. CartelStep into the foyer of the old Symonds St Post Office (now Squid Row), head down the stairs to the original boiler room and here you will find Cartel. Now, far from a boiler room with Rococo patterned silk wall panels and sumptuous leather couches. Cartel in Auckland, is a place as the name infers for a 'group of like minded individuals'.

The delectable cocktails, extensive range of fine wines and single malts is one reason why many find themselves not leaving this hidden escape for the city until the wee small hours of the morning (closing time 5am).

And for those who have a particular favourite tipple personalised bottle keeps are available. D.O.C.D.O.C. in Auckland, is a welcome addition to the K'Road bar scene. With the feel of your best ever house party, every weekend. Danny Doolans
(Gastro Pub Food)Danny Doolan's is a traditional Irish Pub located in the Viaduct Harbour, Downtown Auckland. Fabulous food, good service and great times. Deschlers BarHaving established itself over the past ten years as one of Auckland’s premier music and cocktail venues, Deschlers is one of the old school, a place that is equally suited to facilitate the latent hedonism that lurks within as it is to sitting and watching the world go by…
Flight Lounge
(Pub Food)Located in the small basement of a turn of the century building in Auckland, the vision of Flight Lounge is simple. Sweeping curved couches, private areas screened by sheer curtains add to the inquisitive nature of the space. Thousands of miniature lights deliver an orchestra for the eyes. Flight Lounge delivers the total experience. Mea CulpaMea Culpa in Ponsonby is an intimate, local bar with a rustic interior. Intelligent cocktails and a great selection of wines are always available at Mea Culpa. The Pony ClubBuilt in the late 80s, Pony was opened to the Public on November 23rd 2005. Red velvet mirrors - walnut and mirrors makes for one of the most unique bars in the world. The Pony Club, Auckland has hosted Tommy Lee to Elle McPherson.... Racket BarAuckland’s premium cocktail bar, Racket is renowned for its rustic candlelit interior, and its secluded cobblestone alleyway while the bar features New Zealand’s finest collection of international rum, a nineteenth century humidor packed with Cuban cigars and Auckland’s best live entertainment six nights a week. smith.At smith. in Auckland we offer you a slice of days gone by, when explorers ventured into unknown lands, the food was good and simple, the drinks strong, and the service impeccable.

During the day we serve L'affare coffee, skillfully made, and the finest high-tea in town. Great toasties, never to be underestimated, are available through the day and night.

The wine list is extensive and cocktails blended with gentle hands, served well into the wee small hours. The soundtrack to your night, as it should be, has been lovingly selected.

Wine CellarThe Wine Cellar, Newton is a small underground bar which specializes in underground music.