3 Best Bars in Auckland

Below is a list of the top and leading Bars in Auckland. To help you find the best Bars located near you in Auckland, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.

Auckland’s Best Bars:

The top rated Bars in Auckland are:

  • Parasol and Swing Company – stock up majority of local brands and some imported spirits
  • The Jefferson – houses 600 whiskeys for guests to choose from
  • Caretaker – customized cocktails for a small group

Parasol and Swing Company

Parasol and Swing Company is the result of the careful planning of a team of bartenders hailing from different parts of the world. They are bounded by their love of mixing cocktails and entertaining clients and this inspired them to put up a bar that would embody their visions. At the bar, patrons enjoy a cocktail specifically blended and crafted to suit their flair. They use a majority of locally sourced items with some imported spirits that are selected through a series of considerations. Here you can have your own local craft beer, wine, champagnes, and more.

Products/Services:

Before & After, All Natural, Alive & Well, Bottled, Faves, P & S Classics, Teetotalers, Wine & Remedies, Snacks

LOCATION:

Address: 7/204 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010
Phone: 
(642) 2314-9749
Website:
www.parasolandswing.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“In my opinion, the best bar in Auckland. The staff I met whilst I was there really made me feel welcome when I was traveling alone, they were friendly and the bar has a good selection of drinks, delicious food, and a great view, what’s not to like!?” –Lucas Kennedy

The Jefferson

The Jefferson houses the finest whiskey selections in Auckland with its stringent craftsmanship standards generating only the best spirits. They are a bar that is proud of their inventory of whiskey, bourbons, and malts that are thoughtfully monitored throughout the entirety of the process. A hub for special and unique blends, the bar is a combination of comfort and class with its accomodating atmosphere. Clients would have a blast knowing that they are keeping in about 600 whiskeys on their shelves.

Products/Services:

Tasty Bites, Drinks, Whiskey

LOCATION:

Address: 7 Fort Lane, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010
Phone: 
(642) 1044-0494
Website:
www.thejefferson.co.nz

REVIEWS:

“An absolutely fantastic place. This is the absolute most go place for any whiskey lover with over 600 whiskeys available.” –Mark Brown

Caretaker

Caretaker strives to bring back the golden era of bartending with its unique setting mimicking that of a New York cocktail lounge area. As an American inspired lounge, they value the culture that their inspiration has brought with them as well as the diversity of the clients frequenting the bar. An intricate process of crafting cocktails is implemented at Caretaker. This starts from a careful selection of the ingredients to the manner of pressing the fruits to obtain fresh juice. It even carefully selects the amount of ice for every cocktail to come up with a drink that would surely make guests crave for more.

Products/Services:

Tailored Cocktails

LOCATION:

Address: Downstairs, 40 Customs Street, Britomart Place, Auckland 1010
Website: www.caretaker.net.nz

REVIEWS:

“Drinks were insanely amazing!! Our waitress sat with us and asked about our drink preferences, likes, and dislikes! Drinks were spot on for all of us!!! I really enjoyed the staff!! The atmosphere is perfect as well.” –Hsieh Josh