Holiday Uptown

cafe — Mount Eden · Auckland

About Holiday Uptown

Holiday Uptown is an independent specialty coffee roastery and bakery positioned at the base of Maungawhau / Mount Eden. Dedicated to a calm, intentional coffee experience, Holiday roasts its own beans in small batches and handles all bread and pastry baking in-house right on site.

Whether stopping by for a morning espresso on the way through Mount Eden or picking up freshly roasted beans and baked goods before a walk up the summit, the café offers a neighbourhood sanctuary focused on quality craftsmanship and slow, thoughtful hospitality.

Holiday Uptown: Small-Batch Roasting and Scratch Baking at the Base of Maungawhau

Tucked along Mount Eden Road at the foot of Maungawhau, Holiday Uptown provides a deliberate escape from the rush of daily life. The café and micro-roastery approaches coffee and hospitality with an emphasis on slowing down, inviting patrons to savour each cup and appreciate the work that goes into every roast and bake.

Roasted and Baked In-House

Holiday sets itself apart by keeping its production close to home. The Uptown location serves as the roasting and baking hub for the brand, roasting all coffee beans on site in small batches. This meticulous oversight allows the team to highlight nuanced flavour profiles and ensure beans reach the grinder at optimal freshness.

Complementing the coffee programme is a dedicated in-house baking setup. Rather than outsourcing, the kitchen team at Uptown bakes their own bread and handcrafted pastries daily. Paired with a warm brew, these items form the core of the morning ritual for locals and commuters heading along Mount Eden Road.

A Neighbourhood Pause Before the Summit

Located just a ten-minute walk from the summit of Maungawhau / Mount Eden, Holiday Uptown has become a natural destination for walkers, runners, and neighbourhood residents. The space offers a clean, serene environment to pause with an espresso, chat with the team, or browse the shelves for home coffee supplies.

In addition to takeaway and dine-in coffee, visitors can pick up retail bags of the same freshly roasted beans poured behind the bar, along with home brew gear and gift cards. For those seeking quality specialty coffee made without shortcuts, Holiday Uptown remains a standout Mount Eden staple.

Signature items

  • Small-Batch Roasted Beans
  • House-Baked Pastries
  • House-Baked Bread
  • Poured Specialty Coffee
  • Home Brew Gear

Menu

Bakery

  • House-Made Bread — Fresh bread baked in-house daily at the Uptown location.
  • House-Made Pastries — Handcrafted pastries prepared and baked fresh on site.

Coffee & Beans

  • Small-Batch Roasted Coffee Beans — House-roasted specialty coffee beans produced in small batches.
  • Specialty Coffee — Freshly brewed and poured coffee using house-roasted beans.

Brew Gear & Goods

  • Brew Gear — Curated coffee equipment and brewing accessories for home use.
  • Gift Cards — Gift cards redeemable for coffee, beans, and retail items.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Holiday Uptown located?
Holiday Uptown is located at Unit 4/66 Mount Eden Road, Mount Eden, Auckland 1024, at the foot of Maungawhau.
Do they roast their own coffee beans?
Yes, Holiday roasts all of its beans in small batches in-house.
Are food and pastries baked on site?
Yes, all bread and pastries are baked in-house daily at the Uptown café.
What are the opening hours at Holiday Uptown?
Holiday Uptown is open Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, and Saturday to Sunday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Can I purchase coffee beans and brew gear to take home?
Yes, roasted coffee beans, brew gear, and gift cards are available on the shelves in store.
How far is the café from the Maungawhau / Mount Eden summit?
The café is approximately a ten-minute walk from the summit of Maungawhau.

Tips

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