Toast & Tonic

In Grey Lynn, Auckland, Toast and Tonic is an all-day kitchen where café comforts meet Mediterranean sunshine and island breezes. From first light to late evening, the cooking favours honest ingredients, bright flavours, and a touch of indulgence.

Breakfast opens with eggs on toast featuring Turkish pide, topped with house-made whipped honey butter and tomato chutney, or the nostalgia of a pancake royale layered with seasonal fruit, berry compote, whipped cream, and maple syrup. Come dinnertime, rustic favourites take the lead with Tuscan chicken and a melting lamb shank over aromatic rice, flanked by simple sides like chicken skewers and a Greek salad.

The burger list spans fried chicken with chipotle aioli to a beef option built on slow-cooked brisket. Meanwhile, sharing brings a carnivore board featuring grilled skewers, crispy chicken, and a garden salad, or a spread of Turkish pide, cauliflower fritters, olives, and fries.

Espresso powers the day before a selection of refreshing beverages sets an easy evening tempo. Pud lovers can linger over a sizzling brownie with ice cream or classic tiramisu.

Plan a visit, raise a toast, and let the tonic do the talking!