Odd Barrels

A Note to Our Community

Closed Until
Further Notice

It is with heavy hearts that we share Odd Barrels is temporarily closing its doors. Due to unforeseen challenges around our lease and the obtaining of a liquor licence, we are unable to operate at this time.

We are working hard to resolve these matters and hope to welcome you back soon. Thank you for your patience, your support, and for being part of our story.

Until we meet again.

Slow-cooked African stew with steam rising
Specialty pour-over coffee being prepared

Where African Tradition
Meets the World's Elegant Cuisines

Exceptional coffee, soulful food, fine wine, and warm hospitality in the heart of Ellerslie.

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Our Story

Born From a Simple Idea:
Food Should Bring People Together

Inspired by treasured family recipes passed down through generations and a passion for European café culture, we created a place where guests can enjoy authentic flavours, quality ingredients, and meaningful connections.

From traditional African favourites such as Mazondo and Oxtail Stew to European-inspired breakfasts, artisan coffee, and carefully selected wines — every dish tells a story. At Odd Barrels, you're not just a customer — you're part of our community.

Warm interior of Odd Barrels restaurant
Hands breaking freshly baked artisan bread

The Menu

African Soul. European Craft.

Hearty breakfast spread with eggs, toast, and coffee
Morning

Breakfast

Start your day with flavour. Enjoy hearty breakfasts, fresh pastries, artisan toasties, eggs cooked your way, and specialty coffee roasted to perfection.

Gourmet burger and fresh salad on rustic plates
Midday

Lunch & Café Classics

Discover a menu inspired by both African and European traditions.

  • Gourmet Burgers
  • Fresh Salads
  • Artisan Toasties
  • Creamy Pastas
  • Seasonal Specials
  • House-made Desserts
Traditional African oxtail stew and mazondo
Weekend

Traditional African Specials

Our weekend specials have quickly become local favourites. Prepared using time-honoured recipes and slow-cooked for maximum flavour.

  • Mazondo (Cow Trotters)
  • Slow-Cooked Oxtail Stew
  • Traditional Beef Stews
  • Family Sharing Platters
A Culinary Safari Through Africa

Walk Across the World

A Culinary Safari
Through Africa

One Night. Five Countries. Endless Flavour. Travel Africa without leaving Auckland — one region at a time.

Date TBA · Southern Africa

The Experience

We don't simply serve food. We create journeys.

Every month, receive a ticket to a new destination. Five countries. Five signature dishes. Music, stories, and cultural history from each region — an immersive evening that transports you across the continent, one plate at a time.

Five Signature Dishes

One from each country

Curated Pairings

Regional beverages

Stories & History

Behind every dish

Passport Stamps

Collect each destination

Launch Destination

Southern Africa

African map filled with traditional textile prints

Five Countries · One Continent

🇿🇼

Zimbabwe

Flavours forged in the highveld heart

🇿🇲

Zambia

Whispers from great lakes and wild rivers

🇿🇦

South Africa

A tapestry woven from many cultures

🇲🇿

Mozambique

Coastal warmth with a fiery soul

🇸🇿

Swaziland

Heritage served on a quiet, golden plate

Signature Experience

Southern African Tasting Board

Instead of ordering one meal, experience all five countries. One tasting portion from each, with an information card explaining every dish and suggested beverage pairing.

Tasting Board / person$65
Optional Beverage Pairing / person+$20
World Food Passport

World Food Passport

Collect every destination

Every event earns a new stamp. Collect six stamps to unlock a complimentary dining reward or exclusive invitation.

The Journey Continues

East Africa

Kenya · Tanzania · Uganda · Rwanda · Ethiopia

Central Africa

DRC · Angola · Cameroon · Congo · Gabon

West Africa

Nigeria · Ghana · Senegal · Côte d'Ivoire · Sierra Leone

North Africa

Morocco · Egypt · Tunisia · Algeria · Libya

Preorder

Saturday Pickup

Enjoy Odd Barrels at home — preorder your favourite African delicacies for Saturday pickup. We prepare it, you take the warmth home.

Pickup Saturdays 10am – 3:30pm
6 Mitchelson St, Ellerslie
Oxtail Stew

Oxtail Stew

$25/portion

Slow-cooked oxtail in rich, traditional gravy — tender, hearty, and deeply satisfying.

Mazondo

Mazondo

$20/portion

Traditional cow trotters, slow-cooked to perfection in a savoury, spiced sauce.

Mix & Match

Oxtail + Mazondo

From $45

Mix and match — choose how many portions of each you'd like. $25 per Oxtail, $20 per Mazondo.

Wine being poured alongside specialty coffee

The Bar

Coffee, Wine &
Good Company

Great conversations deserve great drinks. Our café proudly serves premium coffee, a carefully selected wine list, and a range of beverages to complement every meal.

Whether you're meeting friends, catching up with family, or enjoying a quiet moment alone, Odd Barrels is your local gathering place.

Specialty Coffee

Curated Wines

Craft Beverages

Proudly Partnered With

The Alternative Dairy Co.

Barista-quality oat, almond & coconut milks — crafted for the perfect pour, every cup.

What We Pour

Coffee, Smoothies & Fresh Juices

From our barista bar to our cold-press station — every drink is made with real ingredients and real care.

Crafted with care, every cup.

Espresso

Espresso

Rich, bold single-origin espresso — the heart of everything we brew.

Flat White

Flat White

Velvety microfoam over a double ristretto. Auckland's favourite.

Latte

Latte

Smooth, creamy and comforting — perfect with oat, almond or coconut milk.

Ask our team about seasonal specials and dairy-free options available daily.

Warm private dining space set up for a celebration

Private Hire

Functions & Events

Looking for a venue for your next gathering? Odd Barrels offers a welcoming space for memorable occasions.

Birthday CelebrationsFamily GatheringsBusiness MeetingsCommunity EventsWine Tastings
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Odd Barrels

Odd Barrels

African Soul. European Craft. Auckland Hospitality. Come for the food. Stay for the hospitality.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Find Us

6 Mitchelson Street

Ellerslie, Auckland 1051

09 963 9020021 288 7662hello@oddbarrels.co.nz

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday7:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday8:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday8:00am – 3:00pm

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