The Earl

The Earl Located in the heart of Howick Village, Basalt is a local gem that offers an unparalleled experience with great food, great beer and warm, friendly service. Whether you're looking for a casual dining spot or a stylish restaurant with scenic views, Basalt has it all. With an innovative stonegrill dining menu and an extensive wine selection bar tapas menu, accompanied by Monteith's range of seasonal beers on tap, Basalt is perfect for socialising with friends and family. Head up to Gazebo rooftop bar for stunning views of Howick Beach. Make Basalt your go-to local bar for every occasion.
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Labour Day sorted, we're open from 12pm-late.Lunch, a drink or dinner, whichever way you’d like to see out the weekend.
25/10/2026

Labour Day sorted, we're open from 12pm-late.
Lunch, a drink or dinner, whichever way you’d like to see out the weekend.

Market fish crudo, a few share plates and something cold to drink. It’s Friday, so pop in for lunch, a drink or dinner. ...
22/10/2026

Market fish crudo, a few share plates and something cold to drink. It’s Friday, so pop in for lunch, a drink or dinner. We’ll be here.

Reserve your spot At The Winemakers Table with Te Kano Estate.Enjoy 5 courses and matched Central Otago w**es with the w...
12/10/2026

Reserve your spot At The Winemakers Table with Te Kano Estate.
Enjoy 5 courses and matched Central Otago w**es with the w**emaker.

$120 per person, book your spot via at www.theearl.co.nz

The biggest screens in Howick and a cold drink in hand. Book ahead for the best seats.Catch the All Blacks vs Australia ...
07/10/2026

The biggest screens in Howick and a cold drink in hand. Book ahead for the best seats.

Catch the All Blacks vs Australia at 7pm Saturday, and the Bathurst 1000 on Sunday!

Reservations: www.theearl.co.nz

Heading up for The Howick Hop this Saturday?Somewhere along the way, you'll want a cold b**r and a bite to eat. We happe...
05/10/2026

Heading up for The Howick Hop this Saturday?
Somewhere along the way, you'll want a cold b**r and a bite to eat. We happen to have both.

Open from 9am, with live music from Mark Day at 1pm.

Knock off early. Head up to Earls Rooftop for a cold b**r, a glass of w**e and a slice of pizza.DJ Luca takes over from ...
01/10/2026

Knock off early. Head up to Earls Rooftop for a cold b**r, a glass of w**e and a slice of pizza.

DJ Luca takes over from 9pm until 1am, so there's no rush to leave.

Heaven upstairs. Hell downstairs. Costumes encouraged.Saturday 31st October, 8pm – 1amRooftop: Drum n Bass with DLTO, WA...
29/09/2026

Heaven upstairs. Hell downstairs. Costumes encouraged.

Saturday 31st October, 8pm – 1am
Rooftop: Drum n Bass with DLTO, WAX & JAYKEE
Downstairs: Classics, Throwbacks & House with Wil.K

Free entry. R18.

Sunday, sorted. Head in for lunch, stay on for live music.Noah Grey is performing from 2pm-5pm.
26/09/2026

Sunday, sorted. Head in for lunch, stay on for live music.
Noah Grey is performing from 2pm-5pm.

The weekend is on the horizon. Swing by for cold drinks, hot pizza, and good company.
24/09/2026

The weekend is on the horizon. Swing by for cold drinks, hot pizza, and good company.

Weekend, meet Patrón. 🍋Our Patrón cocktail menu is here — because a good margarita doesn't need an excuse, but Friday he...
18/09/2026

Weekend, meet Patrón. 🍋

Our Patrón cocktail menu is here — because a good margarita doesn't need an excuse, but Friday helps.

Monday, sorted. Pizza & Pint — any pizza plus a house b**r, w**e or non-alc, $30. The ritual you didn't know you needed....
13/09/2026

Monday, sorted. Pizza & Pint — any pizza plus a house b**r, w**e or non-alc, $30. The ritual you didn't know you needed. Every Monday.

Friday's looking good from here. Sun's out, glasses are up, plates are full. Cheers to that.
10/09/2026

Friday's looking good from here. Sun's out, glasses are up, plates are full. Cheers to that.

Address

127 Picton Street
Auckland
2014

To get to the bar and restaurant on Picton Street in Auckland, there are two options for transportation.

By Public Transport: You can take a bus or train to the nearest station or stop, and then walk to the location. The nearest train station is about 1 mile away from the location. There are bus stops available all around the neighborhood, but you may need to transfer buses depending on your starting point.

By Car: If you're driving, head towards central Auckland on the Southern Motorway. Take Exit 433A for Khyber Pass Road/City Centre. Turn right onto Symonds St/Khyber Pass Rd and follow it until it turns into Grafton Rd/Stanley St. Follow Stanley St until you reach Queen St. Turn left onto Queen St and continue straight until you reach Wellesley St E. Turn right onto Wellesley St E and continue straight until you reach College Hill Rd. Turn left onto College Hill Rd and continue straight until you reach Franklin Rd/Ponsonby Rd. Turn right onto Ponsonby Rd and continue straight until you reach Jervois Rd. Turn left onto Jervois Rd and continue straight until you see the location on your right.

There is limited street parking available near the location, so it's recommended to park at a nearby car park if necessary.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 1am
Saturday 12pm - 1am
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

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What people say

Basalt, located on Picton Street in Auckland, is a true gem in Howick Village. As one of the original Monteith's bars in Auckland, Basalt offers an amazing rooftop bar with stunning views of Howick Beach. The warm and friendly service at Basalt makes you feel right at home, making it a great place for families to enjoy a meal together.

The menu at Basalt is creative and has something for everyone, including the innovative stonegrill dining experience. The restaurant has a modern and stylish setting where a team of chefs create delicious meals that are served with a smile. Additionally, Basalt offers an extensive wine selection and bar tapas menu that is perfect for socializing with friends and family.

If you're looking for a room with a view, be sure to check out Gazebo - Basalt's rooftop bar. With its stunning views of Howick Beach, it's definitely the place to be on a sunny afternoon.

Overall, Basalt is the perfect local bar that offers great food, great beer, and warm hospitality. Come visit Basalt today and make it your new favorite spot in town!