A casual, unpretentious eatery and bar on Durham Street East in the cultural heart of Auckland's CBD, created in 1992 by Sal, Ed and Clare after their travels through the Mediterranean, the Middle East and Africa. The menu runs from tapas and mezze to full meals. Dishes include skewered Turkish meatballs with hummus and hot Turkish bread, chilli garlic prawns with aioli, a potato, onion and egg frittata, and pulled spiced lamb with grilled haloumi and pickled cucumber. Diners order at the counter, with hand-selected wines and beers to go with the food. The website calls the espresso coffee and cakes, all made in house, legendary, and says they can be had at any time of day or night. The location suits people heading to or from a show, and the founders took their inspiration from a relaxed way of dining for hours with friends. Groups and functions can be planned through its groups page. Our pick in the CBD for coffee and cake at any hour.