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Reviews for The Fridge

by Bill S.
16th February 2013

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This mornings breakfast was beyond my expectation.
On arrival we’re were cheerfully greeted by three smiling faces Throughout our stay four different members… all friendly individuals…. of the team looked after us so 10/10 for service. Espresso was prompt with great creme and rich flavour.I had the Big breakfast .Free range poached eggs perfectly cooked with flowing yolk ,mushrooms presented in an interesting sauce, a tasty grilled potato mash,lean bacon, breakfast sausages and toasted ciabatta. Was superbly flavoured and hot.. Their kitchen has it sorted
My wife had a muesli /fresh fruit and finished all of it.
A few copies of the NZ Herald were there to relax into.
Thoroughly reconmended

by Katherine
18th May 2013

First and foremost, the service is amazing! We were waiting outside in the pouring rain for the rest of the group, and one of the staff invited us in, offered us coffee as we looked wet and cold..made me a great coffee, and took our orders (even though I didn’t even have any money to pay at this stage!)
Food was good (daughter loved the pie!) and swiftly served, but it was the accompanying service that really wowed us–it was outstanding.
We will be back for more next time we are in Auckland

by Michael H.
22nd February 2013

only 4 words for it “bacon and egg pies” – the best on the planet (and my Mum agrees with me). Makes this place a destination – but you might need to order in advance cos they sell out – for obvious reasons. Yes the coffee is OK too blah blah.

by Jennifer D.
16th January 2013

The food may well be tasty…. but I wouldn’t know since I never got to enjoy mine. I collected a round of lunches for my workplace and only on unpacking the bag half an hour later discovered mine wasn’t there. Rang to chase it up. I expected, at worst, just an apology, or at best, an offer of another replacement item when I next came in another day. However I received neither. The frosty call taker told me since my item had already been heated I could come back and get it, or nothing at all. I wasn’t sure what to say. Seemed like it was being implied this situation was totally my fault. I asked the call taker if she was in the habit of visiting cafes, paying for food and then deliberately leaving without it. I said from my point of view the fact is I did not know all of my order was not filled, so when, after waiting and being handed a large bag and told “thanks”, I left. I asked if it was expected I unpack the bag and count out my items before leaving. Bottom line is, I won’t ever find out if food at The Fridge is any good cause last time I paid for some I never got to try it.

Comment from Emily B. of The Fridge 16/01/2013    Hide »

It’s very unfortunate your tasty Vege Stack got left behind. It…    More »

It’s very unfortunate your tasty Vege Stack got left behind. It was ordered separate to your work lunch, and we did say it would take a minute for your own lunch to be heated. However, you left so quick, when we turned around with your own order, you were already gone, so you must not have heard us.
Our apologies if you felt the response on the phone was frosty, it would never be our intention.

by Gatekepa
6th October 2012

We ate here for breakfast this morning in search of the best eggs benedict, and while we didn’t find it, it was a very delicious breakfast!

So, eggs benedict… I loved the flavours, but it didn’t feel like I was eating eggs benedict. The texture and flavour of the potato hash cake screwed with my schema of what eggs benedict should be. Again, the flavours were awesome, crispy bacon, perfectly poached eggs, delicious hollandaise, a lovely smear of pesto.

I had a chance to taste my wife’s french toast, and that was amazing. Brioche, bacon, caramelised banana, maple syrup… just an epic combo of goodness.

The seating was a little out of left-field. 4 different levels, one of which is reached walking through the kitchen, which was kind of cool. Unfortunately there was some confusion with our food.

The service was okay. It was quite busy this morning, though. But where we were seated was wear kitchen staff had to go to reach their freezer which was a bit annoying after a while.

by Kristie E.
30th September 2012

This is the easiest review I’ve ever written. Coffee – perfect, Big breaky and eggs bene, spot on. steak and cheese pies for starving kids- devoured. Service – fast and friendly. Do they go the extra mile? Absolutely, when we mentioned to the waitress we were melting in the sun, she found the owner who very carefully installed a heavy sun umbrella. Next time will try something from the cabinet as it all looks amazing.

by Joshua
16th September 2012

Went here for breakfast on a busy sunday morning, around 11. The amount of customers speaks volumes for the quality of this place. We found a table after about 5 minutes, and were told there was about a 30 minute wait on the food. We didnt mind after seeing how good even the counter food was. I ordered the french toast, and my wife had the field mushrooms. We also got ourselves a slice of their enormous carrot cake too, which we just couldnt resist.

After about only 15 minutes our food came out, and my wife said it was the best mushrooms she had ever had. My french toast was pretty good too.

The carrot cake was pretty awesome. Massive piece, good icing and toppings, which we asked for served with yogurt.

We had two mochas to go on the way out, which were awesome too.

Overall couldnt ask for anything more out of a great breakfast, and really wanted to take away one of thir amazing pies, but was just so packed from brekkie. Will definitely be back.

by Kathryn A.
12th September 2012

Awesome cafe! Loved the pies! Best carrot cake EVER. It is so good, cannot leave without a piece! Smoothies very average. I think this will become a regular spot for me!

by Melodie
2nd September 2012

Venturing over the horizon from the West I remembered having read somewhere about The Fridge.
Eye caught by the blackboard menu – always wanted to try Sardines on toast, ever since swimming among them in Garda See when I fitted a bikini.

SO……
… now I can save my money and DIY !!

I can peel back the lid of a 4-pack tin of sardines
I can cut 2 slices of tomato
I can put down a handful of naked , single variety salad greens
(I can do without huge tablespoonful of savage horseradish gratings)

OK OK, myabe I don’t always have good thick Turkish bread to pop in the toaster.

But nor do I have waitstaff to reach over the table between myself and hubby to “Excuse me” top up the sugar bowl.

Maybe I should get out more – but I’ll need to re-set the Navman. Native Trader was always intriguing and worth a visit.

by Becky
31st August 2012

Went to The Fridge for brunch on a weekend. The staff were extremely friendly and the service was excellent. Despite being super busy they had sufficient staff on to deal with the amount of customers. The vegetarian panini was absolutely fantastic and stuffed with lovely flavoursome veges (even those that are currently considered out-of-season). The carrot cake while being a little pricey was moist and delicious.

by Hannah D.
2nd May 2012

Went here for a brunch with my mum, totally worth it!!!

My mum loves this place and so do I now

I had the bangers and hashcakes. So good!

Will be back!

by Juku
3rd March 2012

I was there twice to have a coffee and something sweet, which was all really good. I really loved the atmosphere at the Fridge. It was super comfortable, chilling on a couch with my friend, but it’s good that they also have other sitting options. The savouries also look very yummy but I haven’t tried any of that yet.

I would have gone there more often, but unfortunately they already close at 4:10pm – would be great if they were open longer (like all cafes in Auckland…)

by Sam D.
23rd October 2011

Been here a few times.
Find the coffee to be a bit hit and miss.
The cabinet food is awesome, really fresh and a good selection.
The meals from the kitchen definitely sacrifice quality for quantity so I’d recommend a pie or something from the cabinet.

In my opinion,

Cabinet food 5/5
Cooked Meals 3/5
Coffee2/5

by Cherry
22nd August 2011

Enjoy the wraps and coffee is usually pretty good.

Comment from Ann Maree R. of The Fridge 22/08/2011    Hide »

I am sorry that your experience at The Fridge wasn’t enjoyable. We…    More »

I am sorry that your experience at The Fridge wasn’t enjoyable. We are very focused on trying to deliver excellent food,service & coffee.We have opened a new area and we are awaiting on new sugar containers etc to arrive. We do slightly under scramble our eggs as they keep cooking once out of the pan. As for the toast,I can only apologise. I will take your feedback on board & continue to strive for excellence.

by Kali W.
11th June 2011

Yummy pies,best pies ive tasted esp the bacon and egg pies mmmmmmmm.
But i must add,you must get there first thing when it opens to get a better selection.

by Tyler H.
21st February 2010

It seems the Fridge is ALWAYS pumping with business. Never more than ever than a saturday or sunday, as you can imagine.

I hear they have THE best pies, however Im yet to find out myself. But considering I’ve heard it from 3 people already, and theres plenty of reviews on them, it seems certain they are the best at pies for a LONG distance.

The only issue I have with the cafe is the turn around of time on a coffee, exceeding what you would expect certainly, and the fact there is always 5 people behind the counter, definitely intimidating to walk into, and it makes you seem slightly insignificant when you aren’t handed the coffee by the same person you we’re served by. However, the cafe does seem large, and it must be great for the local economy to have 7 people working at the same time.

Overall; The fridge is a guaranteed hit for Karajoz coffee, amazing Pies, and service with a smile.

by David
5th December 2009

My favourite local cafe. Indulge yourself with a freshly baked chocolate banana muffin and experience heaven. The coffee is always good and a good variety to choose from. Best Eggs Benedict in town, wonderful choice of salads. Staff are attentive and a good place to hang out on the weekends and during the week for lunch or breakfast with friends.

by Justin G.
27th September 2009

I like the Fridge. When we had a newborn baby I used to pop up the road all the time to get us tasty supplies!

The coffee is Karajoz and is pretty good. There is an Asian guy there (or was) who is an excellent barista.

The homemade pies are very good too (favourites are the Moroccan lamb and beef and Guinness).

They also have a good selection of salads, wraps and sandwiches if you’re looking for picnic supplies.

In terms of sitting down for a meal, the breakfasts are pretty good. I like the eggs benedict they do on potato hashcakes – very tasty indeed.

They’re a bit short on space so you can feel a bit cramped, but in summer it’s great if you can sit outside (down the stairs and through the kitchen) and have breakfast in the sun.

Best if you get up early to go here though as it fills up very quickly as it’s so popular – and deservedly so!

by alan
22nd May 2009

i needed a pie, one of these shop pies would not surfice, big ben, yuck, irvines, nah, not even the dependable but average mrs macs would satisfy, i wanted a REAL PIE.

so like the modern consumer in a foreign land i am, i turned to the internet, googled best pie in auckland, and hay presto the fridge.

big thanks to the folks who’s recommendation helped me get my satisfaction, and even biger thanks to the proprietors of this excellent establishment, the pie did not disappoint.

Went for the beef and Guinness, good pastry, great flavour, decent amount of good meat, fair price, if you want a REAL PIE go there!

by Emma
18th April 2009

Great food, fast service. Try the eggs bene bacon with hashcakes.

by Amy
27th May 2008

We all love the Fridge here. The food is spectacular. (yes, it is). Salads, wraps, pies, sweet – everything is fresh and delicious. My fav lunch at the mo is a selection of their daily salads… always get the combo of veges & flavours right.

by KT
2nd May 2008

THE BEST PIES IN AUCKLAND… fresh ingredients, fantastic flavours. One pie is big enough for a whole meal and its only $5.00, fantastic value for money. I also like their chicken wraps but their muffins taste very ‘flour’ey, like too much flour has been used..they need more blueberry flavour or whatever else flavour they’re using.

by Karen G.
26th April 2008

Exceptional pies.
The mushroom and chicken pie is my absolute favourite.

Soooooooo yummy.
Also has an outdoor area for summertime, and a cosy indoor space for winter.

Apart from all the normal little tables dotted around the cafe, they also have a large table which is big enough for lone-lunchers to share without invading each others’ space. And there are always multiple copies of the Herald to read.

Excellent.
The only potential problem here is the limited street parking . . . but it’s so good, it’s worth parking 5 mins away and walking down. Just be psychologically prepared not to get a park outside the door (although I have had that happen once or twice).

by Andi
30th December 2007

I LOVE The Fridge!!! They have the BEST pies, great tasty salads and the chocolate cake is good too (even better than mum’s and hers is famous among all our family & friends!)

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