The Springs Tavern sits just down the road from Go Media Stadium on Captain Springs Road, bringing together everything you want in a modern neighbourhood local: a buzzing all-weather courtyard, fresh pub classics, and a laid-back community feel. Inside, exposed brick, steel finishes and warm lighting keep things effortlessly stylish, while big screens and cold beers on tap make it the spot for game days and casual catchups alike.
The kitchen takes the classics people love and gives them a modern twist — shareable snacks like ricotta & pickle wontons, braised beef cheek nuggets and lamb shoulder tacos, stone-baked pizzas, and signature mains such as Canterbury lamb rump, pan-roasted market fish and golden schnitzels, all paired with seasonal sides. The bar pours crisp beers, great wines and easy-drinking cocktails, and there's a dedicated kids menu for younger guests.
It's a genuinely social venue: settle in under the greenery of the courtyard with mates, bring the dog along for a relaxed afternoon session, or let the kids loose in the sandpit over a family meal. The week has its own rhythm too — Quiz Night every Monday, Taco Tuesday, Local Heroes Wednesdays and Pubble on the first Wednesday of the month, plus movie nights, Sunday roasts and happiest hours. Whether it's pre-match pints, a weekend gathering or a midweek dinner that rolls into another round, The Springs is where Onehunga comes together.
Just down the road from Go Media Stadium on Captain Springs Road, The Springs Tavern has become the kind of local every neighbourhood wishes it had — a modern pub where fresh food, cold taps and a genuinely relaxed crowd meet. It's where Onehunga comes together, whether that's for pre-match pints, a weekend gathering, or a midweek dinner that rolls into another round.
The heart of The Springs is its all-weather courtyard, layered with greenery so it works in any season. Settle in under the plants with mates, bring the dog along for a relaxed afternoon session — four-legged friends are genuinely welcome — or grab a family table while the kids make the most of the sandpit. It's an easy, inclusive setup that turns a casual drink into an afternoon.
Inside, the mood shifts slightly: exposed brick, steel finishes and warm lighting keep things effortlessly stylish, while big screens and beers on tap anchor the room. It's as comfortable for a solo midweek pint as it is for a packed game day.
The kitchen takes the classics people love and gives them a fresh, modern twist, built around seasonal, vibrant flavours. Start with shareable snacks — ricotta & pickle wontons, braised beef cheek nuggets, or lamb shoulder tacos. From there it's on to stone-baked pizzas or signature mains: Canterbury lamb rump, pan-roasted market fish, and golden schnitzels, all paired with seasonal sides designed to complement every dish.
Everything feels familiar, yet just elevated enough to surprise — food made for sharing, lingering, and coming back for again and again. There's a dedicated kids menu for younger diners, and if you'd rather eat at home, you can pre-order takeaway and collect it via pickup ordering online.
At the bar it's all about crisp beers, great wines and cocktails made for effortless sipping. With Go Media Stadium just down the road, The Springs is a natural before-and-after stop on game days, and the big screens make it a magnet for Warriors watch parties and All Blacks season fixtures.
The weekly rhythm gives you plenty of reasons to return: Quiz Night every Monday, Taco Tuesday, Local Heroes every Wednesday, and Pubble on the first Wednesday of the month from 7pm. Add movie nights, Sunday roasts and happiest hours into the mix and there's almost always something on.
Something to celebrate? From birthdays and engagements to team drinks, the tavern's versatile spaces — from the courtyard to the main bar — flex to fit the occasion, with the team handling the details so you can focus on the fun. Bookings can be made online, and enquiries are welcome for functions of all sizes.
There are a few extras regulars love too: Springs merch including caps, tees, beach towels, beer cosies and dog-friendly gear, a loyalty program through the NZVC app, and gift vouchers for the person who's hard to buy for.
Doors open from 11:00am daily — Sunday to Wednesday until 10:30pm, and Thursday to Saturday until 12:30am. The kitchen runs Sunday to Thursday until 9:00pm, and until 9:30pm on Fridays and Saturdays, so arrive with time to spare for a proper feed. You'll find The Springs Tavern at 177 Captain Springs Road, Onehunga, or call (09) 942 4688. Come in and say hello.