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23/06/2026
🍽️✨EARLY BIRDS GET DESSERT✨🍽️
✨EXCITING NEWS - EARLY BIRD DINING at GLOW ✨
Beat the rush and enjoy an extra treat on us 💛
Book your dinner table between 4pm and 5pm and receive a complimentary dessert with the purchase of a main meal 🍰🥰
A perfect opportunity to discover the delicious new flavours on our winter menu and finish your evening with something sweet.😍
LIMITED OFFER - AVAILABLE FROM WED 24th JUN to SUN 28th JUN -Book Now!😃
☎ 09 235 2502 or message us now to reserve your table.
16/06/2026
If comfort had a flavour, it’d be this! White chocolate szn as entered the chat ☕️🤍
Featuring three flavours, available three ways, all with white chocolate in the spotlight — our white chocolate cafe series is now pouring! Have it hot on a cold day, have it iced on a sunny day, or try one as a hot chocolate if you’re not a coffee drinker. Or maybe you want to white chocolate your own way and come up with your own signature flavour combination. With this sweet addition, there’s something for everyone, especially those with a sweet tooth! Come in to GLOW and try something new this winter ❄️ 🤍
16/06/2026
🌿 VEGANS & VEGETARIANS🌿
🌿NEW DISHES PACKED WITH FLAVOUR 🌿
Our vegetarian and vegan dishes are every bit as exciting, flavourful and satisfying as anything else on the menu 🥰 Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or simply looking to enjoy more plant-based meals, GLOW has something delicious waiting for you 💚
🍋 Lemon & Garlic Risotto
🥦 Tempura Cauliflower
🌰 Warmed Hummus with Spiced Walnut & Pomegranate Salad
🍄 Masala Mushrooms
🍐 Poached Pear
🍫 Chocolate Mudcake
🧇 Tofu Scramble on toast
Dietary friendly and delicious options for everyone😃
☎Call 09 235 2502 or message us to reserve your table😊
16/06/2026
✨TURN TUESDAY INTO A TREAT✨
Trade the rain, dishes and cooking for a cosy dinner out tonight 💛
Warm flavours, and a welcoming atmosphere await at GLOW.🥰
Enjoy a relaxing dinner with our delicious new winter menu and your favourite wine or cocktail🍹🤩😋
☎Call 09 235 2502 or message us to reserve your table tonight 🥰
12/06/2026
💚 IT'S COELIAC AWARENESS WEEK 💚
💚MON 15th to SUN 21st JUNE💚
Did you know that many of the dishes on our menu can be enjoyed gluten-free?😊At GLOW, we're proud to offer a wide range of gluten-free options across our breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, where everyone can find something delicious to enjoy. We happily tailor our High Teas to suit dietary requirements, including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and other special requests. 🫖
☎Call to book on 09 235 2502 or send us a message😃
09/06/2026
✨COME AND TASTE WHAT'S NEW✨
Book dinner tonight and try some of the exciting new creations and dishes from our kitchen 🥰💛
Enjoy a favourite wine, cocktail or mocktail and settle in for a relaxing evening with friends, family or special someone 🍸😍
☎Book now on 09 235 2502 or message us to reserve your table.
08/06/2026
Let's GLOW! Coffee&Cake $10 all day, (inc world famous in Waiuku Cheese Scones! ❤️)Breakfast yummy yummy 🍳 and NEW small plates lunch selection 👩🍳 👨🍳 plus new Dinner additions and desserts! As well as all the favorites 😍 make today your catch up with friends and family! Get your GLOW on 🌟 🤩 ⭐️ see you soon! 🏃♂️ 🏃♀️
04/06/2026
✨INTRODUCING ✨
✨SMALL PLATES, LUNCHTIME AT GLOW✨
As well as our lunch menu we have introduced as a selection of small plates. Perfect for a light lunch or sampling a variety of flavours😍Order a few, mix and match, and enjoy a relaxed lunch at GLOW with friends or family💛
🐟 Mustard & Pistachio Crusted Tuna
🍋 Lemon & Garlic Risotto
🌿 Warmed Hummus with Spiced Walnut & Pomegranate Salad
🥦 Tempura Cauliflower
🐟 Ajo Blanco Salmon Ceviche
🍗 Asian Fried Lemon Chicken
🥓 Lamb & Bacon Pâté
☎️Book your table 092352502 and discover what's new at GLOW
01/06/2026
☕🍰 COFFEE & CAKE AT GLOW 🍰☕
Brighten your day today, pop in and a enjoy a coffee and cake💛
Whether you're catching up with friends, meeting family, or simply treating yourself, our Coffee & Cake at $10 is the perfect excuse to relax and unwind ☕🥰
✨Served all day, it's the perfect little pick-me-up
📍 We look forward to welcoming you to GLOW.😊
28/05/2026
✨NEW WINTER ARRIVALS AT GLOW✨
Winter is here and we’re bringing fresh new flavours to the table at GLOW 💛 Our latest additions have been carefully created to bring warmth, comfort and a little indulgence to your dining experience 🥰
Enjoy our new entrées including:
🐟 Ajo Blanca Salmon Ceviche with Caviar
🌿 Warm Hummus with spiced walnut meat & pomegranate salad
And flavourful new mains such as:
🥩 Pistachio & Mustard Crusted Tuna Steak
🐟 Ginger & Soy Salmon
Pair your evening with one of our handcrafted cocktails and settle in for a cosy night out with friends, family or date night ✨
☎ 09 2352502 Book your table now and try our new dishes at GLOW this winter 💛
Address
47 Queen Street
Waiuku
2123
To reach the location at Queen Street Waiuku via public transportation, take the bus going towards Waiuku and alight at the Waiuku Bus Station or The Clarks Lane. From there, walk towards Queen Street.
For those driving, from Auckland central business district, head south on State Highway 1 and take exit 466 towards Pukekohe/Waiuku. Continue straight onto Helenslee Road/NZ -Waiuku Road and turn right onto Kitchener Road. Take a left onto King Street, then turn right onto Queen Street. Parking is available along the side of the street or in nearby parking areas.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
9am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
7am - 8:30pm |
| Thursday |
7am - 8:30pm |
| Friday |
7am - 9pm |
| Saturday |
7am - 9pm |
| Sunday |
7am - 8:30pm |
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What people say
The Shires Restaurant & Bar, located on Queen Street in Waiuku, has received mixed reviews from various sources. A recent review in the New Zealand Herald praised the restaurant's "cosy and inviting atmosphere" and "friendly service," but noted that some of the dishes were "hit or miss." Another review on TripAdvisor, posted just a few weeks ago, raved about the restaurant's "amazing food" and "great selection of drinks," but criticized the slow service.
A more critical review was published in Metro Magazine earlier this year, which described The Shires as "underwhelming" and criticized the menu for being too predictable. However, a more positive review was published in Cuisine Magazine last year, which praised the restaurant's use of local ingredients and innovative dishes.
Online customer reviews are also mixed. One reviewer on Google Reviews commented that The Shires had "fantastic food and great service," while another complained about slow service and overpriced drinks. On Zomato, one customer praised the restaurant's "lovely atmosphere" but noted that some dishes were "a bit too salty."
Overall, it seems that The Shires Restaurant & Bar has its strengths and weaknesses. While some reviewers have praised its cozy atmosphere and innovative menu items, others have criticized slow service or inconsistent quality. However, it is worth noting that many of these reviews are from different time periods - some are quite recent while others are several years old - so it is possible that the restaurant has improved or changed since then.
Here are some additional comments from customers who have reviewed The Shires online:
- "Great place to go for a drink with friends! Food was amazing too!" (Google Reviews)
- "Food was good but not great. Service was friendly but slow." (TripAdvisor)
- "Lovely atmosphere and decor...food was delicious!" (Zomato)
- "Overpriced drinks and mediocre food. Wouldn't recommend." (Google Reviews)
- "The Shires is a great spot for a casual dinner or drinks with friends. The staff are always friendly and the food is consistently good." (Zomato)
