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The Lula Inn

Restaurant Bar Cocktail bar Brunch restaurant Night club Function room facility Live music bar

One of the Most Reviewed Cocktail bars in Auckland


Address

149 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Website

joylab.co.nz

Contact

+64 9 365 2690

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (1.8K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Monday: 12 to 9 pm
  • Tuesday: 12 to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Friday: 12 pm to 2 am
  • Saturday: 10 am to 2 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (23) bottomless (12) amazing (11) brunch (11) service (11) experience (11) table (8) time (7) friendly (7) Lula (7)
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  • 5/5 Shadiya S. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was amazing. Lots of food choices and everything tasted good. Grilled fish, popcorn cauliflower, pizza and prawn dumplings were spot on. We had a group booking outside which had a nice view. Had a great time. The only downside was that there is limited mocktail menu and I had to pay cocktail price for wanting a drink from there without alcohol in it. It still tasted good but perhaps there needs to be more mocktail range or not overcharging to make it without alcohol.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Logan M. 2 years ago on Google
    Half the cocktail items werent available and only upon trying to order were we told. Cheap tables, dirty cushions that were uncleaned, covered in crumbs and stains from previous customers. The unavailable menu items were all listed as if they were available untill trying to order. And my burger came with tomato which was not listed in the ingredients, meaning I assume there are unlisted ingredients in most menu options. My burger had two tiny sad little pickles, the burger was flavourless which was suprising for something advertised as 'wagyu beef' Prices were actually laughably high. $27 for my burger. I Honestly feel you can get a more flavourful and higher quality patty at McDonalds. This establishment needs to seriously do better. There were flies in the outside area too. I ordered a drink called the colonial, then ordered another with pineapple and was confused when it was smaller and didnt have a slice of pineapple, contrary to my instructions of the same drink but with vodka.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 D.A. 2 years ago on Google
    We booked a table for 6 on a Sunday night and were seated in a booth. Service was great, Angela and Hannah were patient, accommodating, attentive and friendly. We ordered the platter which was amazing, a couple of pizzas which were also really nice, two vegan dishes (cabbage stack and tofu), the fish and pork belly mains. The two vegan dishes were nice but not amazing and the pork belly crackling was not that pleasant to eat. Everything else was great though! We also took in a cake to celebrate a birthday and they brought that to our table as well as plates, forks etc. Very professional and friendly staff with yummy and reasonably priced food!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Serge S. 2 years ago on Google
    We were here for the botomless brunch and it was pretty good: prosecco, mimosas, Bloody Maries. Tbh, Bloody Marries were pretty bad, don't go for it. But the rest was great :) And the highlight of the day was Elijah, who provided great service and was really helpful and cheerful. Really made our day!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Liv P. 7 months ago on Google
    Dasha is one of the most amazing waiters I’ve come across during my time working in hospo. She is an incredible waitress with a great vibe to keep everything alive. Request Dasha for any private event or even a bottomless brunch! Her hospitality is next level and she puts her heart into making your table happy! The bottomless food is good. Obviously, as a bottomless experience typically is, is fine, this one is better than normal - but the food is typical. I have nothing bad to say about the food or the drink, but the service from Dasha seriously brings any experience to life!!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mahima 1 year ago on Google
    Came to Lula’s for their bottomless brunch and had a great time! Weather was amazing and our food and drinks were all served promptly! Nhi was a great and attentive waiter! She made sure we were looked after and can’t wait to come back again sometime! !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Liz S. 4 months ago on Google
    Holy smokes! Best buttermilk fried chicken I’ve ever had in my life. I’d go as far as saying the best fried chicken hands down. With a beautiful view overlooking the boats nestled in the marina by the maritime museum, Lula Inn is perfect for your next dinner date. My mum and I absolutely loved the service here and the staff were so kind when I rang to say I was running late. Extra for extras: Lula is a Joylab member so you can spend or earn joylab rewards points here. 10% of what you spend goes back into rewards eg $67 = $6.70 rewards.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 chelsea e. 5 months ago on Google
    We had Dasha as our waitress and she was amazing! Such a lovely girl and always made us feel looked after - made the Lula experience great. We will be back ☺️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 jenna-rae f. 7 months ago on Google
    Visited twice in 24 hours, great service, really friendly staff who helped us with directions and talked us through cocktail recommendations. On the second visit, the lovely manager looked after us as we had to come in with luggage & gave us great advice on things to do as we were unable to to go on our cruise! Thank you !!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aloma S. 11 months ago on Google
    This was awhile ago and I’ve just remembered to review but what an amazing place to catch up with friends for bottomless brunch outside great atmosphere and the DJ that day was on point would highly recommend this place !! Customer service on point and the view out back is amazing on a summers day !

  • 5/5 Stephanie K. 4 months ago on Google
    Had a fabulous evening here for our work Christmas party, I have been lucky enough to have been to a few events at Lula and each time has been a great experience. The cocktail making class was a fun and playful activity for my hens do and the food served was delicious. I’ve also enjoyed a bottomless brunch here, which was so well organised.

  • 3/5 Manuela R. 8 months ago on Google
    My partner and I went for the bottomless Prosecco and Dumplings dinner. Atmosphere was great and we could enjoy nice live music. Service was not adequate tough, and the experience was really dependent on the waiter who was assigned to your table. Some other customers have been served more often in the 90minute slot, but this was not our case. Therefore, we ended up paying for the bottomless and getting only a "set menu" experience, which was really disappointing! Looks like going in a big group of friends or for a girl night would get you a much better service.

  • 5/5 Chloe T. 8 months ago on Google
    Our experience was great! Our two servers were accomodating. Even with the little troubles we had, they were super hopeful and friendly. This is my second time coming and they served me before (Amelia & Dasha). 100% would recommend everyone to come here :)

  • 4/5 Sita K. 5 months ago on Google
    What an Awesome place! The vibe is amazing. I would say it was loud when we were there but I guess cause many Events on that day. Beautiful food. Definitely visiting again .

  • 3/5 A K. 3 months ago on Google New
    The food was okay, but you do pay the tourism price, I guess. The vibe was great with Harbour view on one side.

  • 2/5 Cristiano H. 3 months ago on Google New
    Lovely area in viaduct but food and service slow. Server didn’t know the menu or what drinks they have or not. Burger with fries for 32$, expensive and nothing special as per photo

  • 5/5 Andrew H. 1 year ago on Google
    Really great atmosphere and decor. Amazing views off the back deck. There are lots of local craft beers and international beers on tap, along with a great range of delicious cocktails. There was a live band playing when we were here, and they were really talented and entertaining. Great venue.

  • 4/5 Sky K. 9 months ago on Google
    Great place, we were served by Lilly she needs a pay rise tbh she was by far my favourite waiter with her great customer service making you feel welcomed as soon as we sat down and always checking in on us. Will definitely be back in the future :)

  • 4/5 Henry M. 11 months ago on Google
    Lovely open air bar restaurant, ideally located in the centre of the town close to the cruise ship terminal. There are plenty of happy hour promotions at various times and days, which really help as everything on the island is very expensive. Staff are very friendly and welcoming . the food looked very appetising. I'm sorry that i did not try . Beers and lagers mostly brewed on the island.

  • 5/5 Samantha Louise M. 8 months ago on Google
    Best place for bottomless brunch, very catering always attending the table for drinks, Tyson was the man. Food was banger. Would definitely visit again when we come back to Auckland.

  • 4/5 Eden P. 8 months ago on Google
    It's a great bottomless brunch, with boozy mimosas and a fun atmosphere. The meal was nice too. Don't expect a sophisticated, fine dining experience as that's not the point! For an exciting, fun, let your hair down brunch, The Lula Inn absolutely ticked the boxes!

  • 5/5 Hannah-Jayne R. 10 months ago on Google
    Bottomless Beer, Bubbles & Dumplings is such a great time! You can book a table for up to 10 people for 90 mins - There’s also live music on Thursdays and you can request songs for the band to sing.

  • 5/5 H P. 11 months ago on Google
    We booked a table here for my cousin's birthday on Saturday 1st of April. Our table was at the back near the yellow Lula Inn light sign. Our server was so wonderful, he was kind, patient and so lovely to us. Thank you to him from us. And the food was delish omg the pizza was insane, so fresh and comforting. A very nice experience 💕

  • 5/5 Wikitoria P. 1 year ago on Google
    What a Beautiful Interior! Stunning views of the Harbour. Expansive space for indoor and outdoor seating, great spaces for big, small and medium groups, Excellent indoor/outdoor flow and an amazing vibe. Exactly what was required for my sister-in-law's Pre-Birthday Girls Only Brunch. Thank you!

  • 5/5 Sa T. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a farewell dinner here & couldn’t recommend it enough - atmosphere & views were amazing & staff were awesome! Very kind & accommodating to our group 😁

  • 5/5 Suzannah M. 1 year ago on Google
    I love the vibe!! It's so tropical and planty, with the best view, definitely a place I'm coming back to. Food was delicious and the service was friendly and punctual. If there was one thing that could be better, I'd say my gin cocktail tasted really watered down, I think there was too much ice that melted quickly and I didn't really enjoy it as much as I wanted to. But everything else was perfect 🥰

  • 5/5 Tangi T. 1 year ago on Google
    Thoroughly njoyed our Bottomless drinks brunch...very friendly and attentive staff. Meals were scrumptious though it was a smaller serving than I expected, but the music drinks and company made up for it. Lively atmosphere and it allowed for outdoor seating as well. +++for service.

  • 5/5 Jay S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great environment but the fried chicken could be little bit more salty😋 the Boy with Pink hair provided model services 😊💯 Love the cocktails as well🍹

  • 5/5 Jimmy N. 2 years ago on Google
    I came for their bottomless brunch experience and had a fantastic time. Both Daniel and Alex were spectacular and helped to make my experience fun. If you want a bottomless brunch right on the waterfront with delicious food and great service, I can't recommend Lula's enough.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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