Winona Forever

About Winona Forever

Winona Forever is a cafe and bakery on Parnell Road in the heart of Parnell, known for brunch plates that are as much about colour and presentation as flavour. The kitchen builds its dishes around kūmara sourdough, red pepper sambal, mungbean, crispy shallots and macadamias, and the menu makes room for gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian diners as well as meat eaters.

The house favourite is the Soft Shell Crab Chilli Scrambled Egg, with kūmara sourdough, red pepper sambal, mungbean, spinach and crispy shallots. Visitors who went recently also praise the Green Magical Mushrooms, thyme-cream mushrooms with poached eggs and macadamias, and the K Pop Pork Benedict, Korean glazed pork belly on brioche with Sichuan sauce and chilled hollandaise. Several people mention the Wagyu short rib as especially tender. For something sweet, the Eton Rifle Part 6 brings burnt maple bread, banoffee panna cotta and compressed apple with mascarpone, and the Lemonchello Hot Cake comes with raspberry compote and butter and a crunchy rice shard. The Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Matcha Latte is the coffee most visitors name, a blue tea layered over rich matcha and served over ice.

Visitors describe the staff as friendly and willing to help, and say the room has a lively atmosphere with music and laughter. The cabinet of pastries and sandwiches is a good place to start if you arrive without a plan. Outdoor tables are part of the space, and the food is arranged to be photographed as well as eaten.

The cafe is open 7am to 3pm on weekdays and 8am to 4pm at weekends, which makes it a convenient stop for breakfast or a late brunch in Parnell.

Our pick in Parnell for a bright brunch with a matcha latte and something sweet to share.

Winona Forever: Playful Dining and Sustainable Brunch Magic in Parnell

Nestled on vibrant Parnell Road, Winona Forever stands out as one of Auckland’s most exuberant and creative culinary destinations. Blending the relaxed charm of a neighbourhood cafe with the flair of an artisan bakery, the cafe was created on a refreshingly straightforward premise: food should be a true celebration rather than an everyday routine. Designed to deliver bright smiles alongside bold flavours, the space hums with music, chatter, and genuine warmth from morning to afternoon.

From the moment visitors step inside, the energetic atmosphere sets the stage for a memorable meal. Winona Forever deliberately departs from conventional, understated brunch spots, infusing its decor, team culture, and menu with a sense of playful irreverence. Whether stopping by for a takeaway cup of Supreme coffee before work or settling into a table for an extended weekend breakfast, diners encounter a team committed to warm, attentive service and a fun, welcoming setting.

Creative Kitchen Craft

The cafe’s culinary identity thrives on imaginative combinations and dynamic textures. The kitchen takes beloved brunch staples and reimagines them through bold global influences and inventive presentations. Signature dishes like the Soft Shell Crab Chilli Scrambled Egg balance savoury seafood, spicy homemade sambal, and crisp shallots on hearty kumara sourdough, while the K Pop Pork Benedict combines tender slow-cooked Korean-glazed pork belly with brioche, poached eggs, and a zesty Sichuan-infused hollandaise.

Those with an appetite for sweet creations will find equally theatrical options on the menu. The Eton Rifle has become a staple of Parnell mornings, layering burnt maple bread with velvety banoffee and dulce de leche panna cotta, mascarpone, compressed apple, and crunchy rice shards. For a lighter or plant-focused meal, creations like the Vegan Bowl and Green Magical Mushrooms showcase the kitchen’s dedication to generous, satisfying vegetarian and vegan fare.

Sustainability and Quality Ingredients

Underneath the exuberant plating and whimsical names lies a serious dedication to ethical dining. Winona Forever operates as a 6-star rated environmentally friendly cafe, ensuring that high ecological standards govern everyday operations. The kitchen places a strong emphasis on transparent sourcing, selecting sustainable and seasonal ingredients wherever possible to minimise footprint without compromising flavour.

This commitment to conscious sourcing extends naturally to the beverage bar. Winona Forever partners with Coffee Supreme to pull expertly dialled espressos, velvety flat whites, and clean batch brews. Beyond standard cafe coffees, the beverage selection includes cold-pressed juices, colourful Latte Lab alternatives like turmeric and beetroot, refreshing house-crafted sodas, and an afternoon-ready selection of craft beer, wine, and prosecco.

Signature items

• SOFT SHELL CRAB CHILLI SCRAMBLED EGG
• THE ETON RIFLE – PART 6
• GREEN MAGICAL MUSHROOMS
• K POP PORK BENEDICT
• LEMONCHELLO HOT CAKE
• ICED BUTTERFLY PEA FLOWER MATCHA LATTE

Menu

Wine

• PROSECCO, ITALY — Italian sparkling wine
• SAUVIGNON BLANC — White wine
• CHARDONNAY — White wine
• ROSE — Chilled rosé wine
• PINOT NOIR — Red wine

Brunch

• YOU'RE AN EGG (V) — eggs any style on your choice of bread
• THE ETON RIFLE – PART 6 (V) — Burnt maple bread, banoffee & dulce de leche panna cotta, herb-infused compressed apple, tropical melody mascarpone, raspberry compote, crunchy rice shard and seasonal fruits, citrus crumble
• GREEN MAGICAL MUSHROOMS (V) — Green pesto, mixed mushrooms cooked in thyme and cream served with kumara sourdough, toasted macadamia, chive, poached eggs, shaved cheese
• SOFT SHELL CRAB CHILLI SCRAMBLED EGG — kumara sourdough, roasted red bell pepper sambal, mungbean, seasonal greens, homemade chilli pastes, pickled chilli, crispy shallot
• VEGAN BOWL (VG) — Edamame beans, barley tabbouleh, minced tofu, seasonal greens, avocado, cherry tomato, pickled carrot, miso hummus, crunch seed medley, tahini dressing, quinoa tuile
• BEANS IS BEANS (V) — Edamame beans & smashed avocado with poached egg, served with beetroot hummus on kumara sourdough, with green sweet dukkah, seasonal green salad, lemony herb oil dressing, shaved cheese, cherry tomato
• FRIED CHICKEN TOWER — Buttermilk fried chicken thigh, coleslaw, pickled onion, served with fries and chipotle aioli
• SALMON BENEDICT — Hot-smoked honey-infused salmon on brioche, soft poached eggs, sweet dukkah, horseradish lemon chilled hollandaise
• K POP PORK BENEDICT — Slow cooked Korean glazed pork belly, brioche, homemade spicy Sichuan sauce, poached eggs, horseradish lemon chilled hollandaise
• GRILLED AUBERGINE BENEDICT (V) — Beetroot hummus, crunch roasted seeds, smoked chilli butter, green sweet dukkah, poached eggs, sourdough
• BIG BREAKFAST — Crispy grilled tiger prawns with herb oil, seasonal green, portobello mushrooms, herb grilled tomato, poached egg, ciabatta, grilled Spanish Chorizo, whipped avocado cream

Beverages

• COLD PRESSED JUICE — beetroot ginger, carrot turmeric, or super green
• 100% PURE JUICES — Orange or apple
• SAN PELLEGRINO SPARKLING WATER — Sparkling mineral water
• FRAPPE — Tim tam frappe or salted caramel frappe
• SMOOTHIES — Tropicana (DF), purple coconut (DF), or berry (DF)
• T2 TEA — English breakfast, French earl grey, China jasmine, peppermint, fruitalicious, chamomile
• HAKANOA — spicy chai, sweet chai, lemon + manuka honey
• SPECIAL HOT CHOCOLATE — Dark chocolate, white chocolate & coconut, or peanut butter
• HOUSE-MADE SODA — Zit citrus lemon, Watermelon mint, or peach iced tea
• ICED COCONUT CHAI — Chilled spiced chai with coconut
• ICED AMERICANO — Chilled espresso with water over ice
• ICED FILTER — Cold brew filter coffee
• ICED COFFEE, ICED MOCHA, CHOCOLATE — Chilled specialty coffee and chocolate beverages
• ICED BUTTERFLY PEA FLOWER MATCHA LATTE — Layered iced butterfly pea flower matcha latte
• KOMBUCHA — Fermented sparkling tea
• COKE — Classic carbonated soft drink
• BUNDABERG GINGER BEER — Traditional brewed ginger beer
• PHOENIX ORGANIC ORIGINAL — Lemonade or Lemon, lime and bitters
• GIN SPECIAL — Cloudy pear & cinnamon or Yuzu

Beer & Cider

• Zeffer Crispy Apple Cider — Crisp apple cider
• Orange Roughy — Craft beer selection
• Steinlager Pure Light — Low abv 2.5% beer

Coffee Supreme

• BLACK — Espresso, long black, or Americano
• WHITE — Flat white, cappuccino, or macchiato
• LATTE + MOCHA — Fresh espresso latte or mocha
• FILTER — Batch brew filter coffee
• LATTE LAB — Turmeric, ginger, beetroot, matcha, or earl grey & rose water

Frequently asked questions

Where is Winona Forever located?

The cafe is located at 100 Parnell Rd, Parnell, Auckland.

What are the opening hours?

Winona Forever is open Monday to Friday from 7am to 3pm, and Saturday to Sunday from 8am to 4pm.

When does the kitchen close?

The kitchen closes at 3pm daily.

What coffee do they serve?

They serve Coffee Supreme across black, white, filter, and specialty preparations.

Are there gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan options?

Yes, the menu includes dedicated vegetarian (V) and vegan (VG) dishes, as well as gluten-free bread options like Midnight Baker loaf.

Does the cafe serve alcoholic beverages?

Yes, Winona Forever offers a curated selection of beer, cider, wine, prosecco, and gin specials.

Can I order takeaway coffee and drinks?

Yes, Coffee Supreme drinks and specialty beverages are available to take away.

Tips

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Good to know

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