Chuffed

About Chuffed

Chuffed is a brunch café tucked down a corridor off High Street in the Auckland CBD, reached through a distinctive entrance and a pink door. It has been a downtown fixture since 2014. Inside, the café opens into a sheltered space with an operable rooftop and an Oasis Courtyard, where booth seating, hanging greenery and festoon lighting make a quiet pocket away from the city.

The kitchen cooks from scratch, using seasonal, free-range and organic ingredients alongside local seafood. The house favourite is the Chuffed Benny, with herb rösti, poached eggs, spinach, purple hummus and hollandaise. Visitors who went recently say the eggs Benedict is the dish to order, and many mention the French toast, made with condensed milk brioche, espresso mascarpone and berry compote. Other plates on the all-day menu include the High Street Burger, a wagyu patty on a charcoal bun with pineapple and Swiss cheese, the Sunshine Fusion Scramble of chilli eggs on a butter croissant, and the Butcher's Steak Sandwich, with chargrilled sirloin on focaccia and fries. For coffee, the Little Chuffed Irish adds Jameson whiskey and a double espresso to the cup.

Visitors praise the welcoming staff, the comfortable and well designed room, and the portion sizes. One group of eight said their drinks and food came out in good time, and several people say they enjoyed sitting outside.

The café is open from 7am to 3pm on weekdays and from 8:30am to 3:30pm at weekends. Its breakfast and brunch hours suit a long, unhurried start in the city.

Our pick in Auckland CBD for a slow weekend breakfast with a coffee and the courtyard to yourself.

Chuffed: High Street's Hidden Laneway Haven in Auckland CBD

Behind an unassuming entrance on Auckland's High Street, Chuffed has stood as one of the central city's most beloved hideaways since 2014. Finding it requires knowing where to look: visitors step into a long entrance corridor lined with a flower wall and neon lighting before following through the pink glass doors into a sheltered culinary oasis.

Once inside, the narrow laneway opens up into distinct pockets designed to escape the hum of downtown. The rear Oasis Courtyard features an operable rooftop that slides back on fine days, allowing sunlight to pour over booth seating, hanging foliage, and festoon lighting. It provides the rare feeling of being right in the centre of Auckland CBD while maintaining a calm, unhurried atmosphere.

Scratch-Made Seasonal Dining

Chuffed's kitchen operates with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients, incorporating free-range produce, organic vegetables, and local seafood across its all-day menu. Classic breakfast staples are given thoughtful, flavour-forward updates rather than standard café treatments.

The café's signature Chuffed Benny replaces traditional toasted muffins with house-made herb röstis, layered with poached eggs, baby spinach, vibrant purple hummus, and creamy hollandaise, with options to add house hot-smoked Mt Cook salmon or Manuka smoked bacon. Other creative daytime plates include the Sunshine Fusion Scramble—spicy scrambled eggs served over a flaky butter croissant with house sauce—and Turkish Eggs paired with garlic labneh, romesco, chilli oil, and focaccia.

Those looking for sweeter plates gravitate toward the French Toast, crafted from condensed milk-soaked brioche topped with espresso mascarpone, berry compote, cocoa, and fresh fruits. Midday dining brings substantial lunch dishes, from the Wagyu beef High Street Burger served on a dramatic black charcoal bun to chargrilled sirloin steak sandwiches and bowls of rich Harbour Chowder filled with local seafood.

Rocket Coffee, Chilled Signatures, and Evening Functions

Coffee at Chuffed is built around beans roasted by Rocket Coffee, brewed as traditional espresso drinks, batch brew single origins, and slow cold drips. For warmer days or those seeking something different, the iced drinks list features inventive house concoctions like the Iced Orange Espresso, Iced Tiramisu, and Strawberry Matcha, alongside nutrient-dense Super Green smoothies.

Operating under an on-licence, Chuffed also offers local craft beers from brewers like Parrotdog and Urbanaut, spiked coffee favourites such as the Little Chuffed Irish, and signature daytime cocktails like the Buzzbon. Outside regular daytime service, the venue operates as an event space, hosting private buy-outs, bespoke catering packages, grazing tables, and evening gatherings beneath the courtyard rooftop.

Signature items

• Chuffed Benny
• High Street Burger
• French Toast
• Sunshine Fusion Scramble
• Butcher's Steak Sandwich
• Little Chuffed Irish

Menu

Iced

• Iced Americano — Rocket Coffee espresso over chilled water and ice.
• Iced Latte — Espresso and cold milk served over ice.
• Iced Mocha — Espresso, rich chocolate, and milk over ice.
• Iced Chocolate — Chilled chocolate milk poured over ice.
• Iced Chai — Chilled spiced chai with cold milk over ice.
• Iced Matcha — Chilled green tea matcha and milk over ice.
• Cold Drip — Slow-dripped cold brew coffee.
• Iced Orange Espresso — Chilled espresso infused with bright citrus orange.
• Iced Tiramisu — Dessert-inspired chilled specialty espresso.
• Coffee Mojito — Refreshing chilled coffee beverage with minty mojito notes.
• Strawberry Matcha — Layered green tea matcha with sweet strawberry.

Sides

• French Fries — Aioli & ketchup.
• Roasted Seasonal Greens — Romesco, chilli oil & dukkah.

Coffee

• Long Black — Rocket Coffee black espresso extraction.
• Americano — Rocket Coffee espresso topped with hot water.
• Short Macchiato — Short espresso stained with milk foam.
• Long Macchiato — Double espresso stained with milk foam.
• Batch Brew — Single Origin — Single origin filter batch brew.
• Flat White — Rocket espresso with steamed milk and microfoam.
• Latte — Rocket espresso with silky steamed milk.
• Cappuccino — Rocket espresso with dusted chocolate foam.
• Piccolo Latte — Ristretto shot topped with warm silky milk.
• Mocha — Espresso combined with rich chocolate and steamed milk.
• Hot Chocolate — Rich hot chocolate.
• Chai Latte — Spiced chai with steamed milk.
• Matcha Latte — Green tea matcha with steamed milk.
• Fluffy — Frothed milk cup for little ones.

Alcohol

• Little Chuffed Irish — Jameson Irish whiskey, Rocket double espresso, demerara sugar, hot water, hand-whipped cream & cinnamon dust.
• Summit Ultra Lager — Crisp low-carb lager beer.
• Parrotdog Birdseye Hazy IPA — Hazy India pale ale craft beer.
• Urbanaut Kingsland Pilsner — Locally brewed pilsner craft beer.
• Low-Alcohol Beer (2.5%) — Light strength craft beer.
• Non-Alcohol Beer (0.0%) — Zero-alcohol bottled beer.
• Pals Vodka Sodas — Triple-distilled vodka sodas: Valencia Orange, Central Otago Peach & Passionfruit, or Pineapple Lime.
• Buzzbon Cocktail — Maker's Mark, Baileys, Frangelico & Kahlúa.
• Grappari Cocktail — Campari, Dolin Rouge & grapefruit soda.

All Day

• Acai Boost — Açaí, coconut, chia seeds, house granola & seasonal fruits.
• Eggs Your Way — Sourdough & butter with poached, fried or scrambled eggs.
• Palette Board — Four house-made dips, wild wheat bread, Giusti aged balsamic & EVOO.
• Smash & Fabulous — Smashed avocado on sourdough, pumpkin purée, poached egg, shichimi & Padano.
• Chuffed Benny — Herb rösti, poached eggs, baby spinach, purple hummus & homemade hollandaise; available with Manuka smoked bacon, wild mushroom, or house hot-smoked Mt Cook salmon.
• Sunshine Fusion Scramble — Chilli scramble eggs, crispy shallots, Mum's secret sauce, kale & butter croissant.
• Truffle Creamy Mushroom — Triple mushrooms, free-range poached eggs, sourdough & Parmigiano Reggiano.
• Turkish Eggs — Focaccia, whipped garlic labneh, romesco, poached eggs, chilli oil & dukkah.
• Good Morning Hero — Sourdough, eggs your way, bacon, sausage, herb rosti, mushrooms, greens & tomato.
• Harbour Chowder — Local seafood, mirepoix, garlic crumb & toasted brioche.
• French Toast — Condensed milk-soaked brioche, espresso mascarpone, berry compote, maple, cocoa & seasonal fruits.
• Castagna Tortellini — Chestnut ricotta, nashi pear, almond, crispy sage & brown butter emulsion.
• Butcher's Steak Sandwich — Chargrilled sirloin, focaccia, onion relish, lettuce, McClure's pickles, truffle aioli & fries.
• High Street Burger — Wagyu beef patty on charcoal bun, caramelised onion, grilled pineapple, McClure's gherkins, lettuce, yum yum Mac's sauce, Swiss & fries.
• Garden Harvest — Charred seasonal greens, tomato, avocado, halloumi, beetroot hummus, radish & house seasoning.

For Kids

• Kids' French Toast — Brioche, berry compote, maple, candy floss.
• Kids' Beef Burger — Beef patty, cheese, tomato relish & fries.

Smoothies

• Mixed Berry Bloom — Blended mixed berry smoothie.
• Golden Mango — Blended mango smoothie.
• Oreo Chuffed Flurry — Blended dessert smoothie with crushed Oreo.
• Super Green — Blended kale, celery, cucumber, spinach & lemon.

Tea & Drinks

• Webster's Tea — Selection of loose leaf teas: Breakfast, Earl Grey, Green Tea, Peppermint, Lime Ginger, Chamomile, or Lemon Honey Ginger.
• Home Grown Juice — Bottled juices: Orange, Apple, Night Vision (carrot, orange, apple, lemon, ginger, turmeric), or Cold Toddie (apple, lemon, honey, ginger).
• Citizen Soda — Craft sparkling drinks: Pink Lemonade or Sparkling Cherry.
• Karma Organic Soda — Organic sodas: Cola, Cola Zero, Lemonade, Ginger Beer, or Raspberry Lemonade.
• 1907 Water — Still or sparkling bottled water.

Frequently asked questions

Where exactly is Chuffed located on High Street?

Chuffed is situated at 43 High Street in Auckland CBD. The café is hidden down an entrance corridor marked by a flower wall, neon sign, and pink doors.

What coffee roaster does Chuffed use?

Chuffed brews and pours coffee using beans from New Zealand roaster Rocket Coffee.

Does Chuffed take table bookings?

Yes, table bookings can be made directly online via the reservation link on their website.

Does Chuffed cater to dietary requirements?

The kitchen accommodates dietary requirements where possible, though they note they cannot guarantee completely allergen-free meals due to potential cross-contamination in the kitchen.

Does Chuffed serve alcohol?

Yes, Chuffed holds an on-licence and serves craft beers, vodka sodas, cocktails, and alcoholic coffee drinks like the Little Chuffed Irish.

Can Chuffed be booked for private events and functions?

Yes, Chuffed hosts private buy-outs with flexible spaces, offering beverage packages, sharing plates, canapés, grazing tables, and buffets.

Tips

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