605 Morningside Drinkery is a bar on New North Road in Morningside, Auckland, carrying a 4.5-star rating on Google. It keeps no website of its own — news and updates go out through its Instagram page instead.
A good neighbourhood bar shows itself on the ordinary nights. The best ones keep a short, well-chosen list — a few taps, a handful of wines and spirits — and pour them properly rather than trying to stock everything. Staff at small bars tend to know that list inside out, so asking for a recommendation usually lands you something better than guessing. Walk-ins are the norm at this end of the trade, and the room tells you the rest: regulars back on a Tuesday evening, conversation that carries, a pour consistent from visit to visit.
For Morningside locals, it puts a well-rated bar within an easy stroll down New North Road — keep an eye on its Instagram for what's next.