Salt Café

1 Fanshawe Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
+64 9 358 1107
$$$ Cafe
(103 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

If you find yourself wandering the bustling streets of Auckland Central, make sure to carve out some time to experience Salt Café, a delightful gem nestled at 1 Fanshawe Street. Renowned for its warm ambiance and consistently high-quality offerings, this café has garnered a loyal following among locals and visitors alike.

The café stands out not only for its exceptional coffee but also for its ever-evolving menu that showcases a variety of fresh, seasonal ingredients. One customer, Yvonne Marvin, raves about their toasted scones with jam and cream, which she describes as a must-try. The daily-changing salad selections, like the succulent kumara and pumpkin orange salad, ensure that there’s always something new to explore. For heartier options, patrons can indulge in delightful choices like the stuffed potato with mince or falafel fritters, which are perfect for a satisfying lunch break.

Salt Café’s inviting atmosphere is augmented by the friendly and professional staff, who create a welcoming environment that feels like a home away from home. One customer, Anit, highlights the cafe’s superb service, noting how the team is not only attentive but exceptionally good at catering events with timely delivery. This level of professionalism paired with delicious food is what truly sets Salt Café apart.

However, while many reviews tilt positively, they also encourage you to visit during the weekdays, as the café is closed on weekends, a detail that may disappoint weekend wanderers. Lynn Liu mentions the busy yet lively vibe of the café, making it an excellent meeting place—but be prepared for the hustle and bustle, especially during peak hours!

For those who relish coffee, Lerato Islam describes Salt Café as home to the best brew in the area, though it's worth noting that consistency in food presentation can vary. Despite this, the positive experiences from most patrons indicate a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction that is commendable.

Whether you’re looking for a perfect spot to catch up with friends or seeking a place to relax with a good book and a warm drink, Salt Café checks all the boxes. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to savor what this delightful café has to offer. You may just find your new favorite spot in the heart of Auckland!

For more information, feel free to call them at +64 9 358 1107 or visit them to experience the magic in person.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Has catering
Serves dessert
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Paid street parking
Openings Hours

Monday

7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

103 Reviews
Anit

08 Oct 2025

Great cafe with good quality food and very reasonable prices. The owner and the staff are very professional and friendly. They are also very good at catering and timely delivery of food and supplies for the event. I recommend it to everyone.

Yvonne Marvin

22 Sep 2025

It's.Tops my god I don't know where to start Those toasted scones with jam and cream are the best. In auckland CBD salad selection changes every day Ex) kumera/pumpkin orange salad Stuffed potato with mince yumo It's fantastic And thats just the beginning they change the menu every day But sorry folk theyr not open in the wknd The best coffee great team service spot on and they do amazing out catering fantastic!!! Building beautiful/ clean its awesome In the week put it on your todo list. Theyr not open wknds Cheers yvonne

Lisa

18 Sep 2025

We did catering. The manager was easy to deal with. We had sushi, fruit skewers, falafel fritters, vege hotpot savouries, lamb & mushroom savouries, bacon & egg croissants. All the food was delicious. The falafel fritters were on the smaller size. I would highly recommend. The cafe has cabinet food and the cafe itself is busy.

Lerato Islam

06 Jul 2025

On the plus side, it's the best coffee in the area and the staff are very friendly. But I ordered a cream cheese bagel and this is what I received... I'm pretty sure it wasn't cream cheese and the presentation speaks for itself... a real shame, especially for the price

Lynn Liu

14 Jun 2025

#cafe and meeting place# I‘m surprising that there is matcha latte,but a little sweet for me. Flat white is OK,plenty of space for meeting with your friends,but really busy at the weekdays.

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