The Coffee General Tearooms in Takapuna is a destination for coffee lovers this side of the bridge. Instead of just using one brand of bean, the ‘Brew Crew’ are all about bringing together coffee from all over the country – which means you’re pretty much set for whatever kind of cuppa you’re after.

Just off the main strip, on Northcroft St inside The Department Store, Coffee General gives Taka locals, and those who ship themselves in for work each day, their daily fix. Macarons and other goodies are there to fill many an empty stomach, while the team are always ready with a grin and advice on which brew to choose.