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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 💛
25/05/2026
21/05/2026
✨LET US DO THE COOKING TONIGHT AT GLOW✨
Unwind and enjoy a relaxed evening😊🍹 Whether it’s date night, a family dinner, or a catch-up with friends, we'd love to see you at GLOW😍Comforting favourites to indulgent desserts there’s something for everyone 😍
☎ Book your table now 09 235 2502
20/05/2026
☕🍰 COFFEE & CAKE AT GLOW 🍰☕
Join us at GLOW and enjoy our popular Coffee & Cake Combo for $10 😍 Whether it’s a morning catch-up, afternoon treat, or a cosy chat over coffee. 🥰 Belong to a local club, group, or community organisation? Why not bring everyone along to catchup and connect at GLOW 🥰
Choose from a delicious selection of sweet treats (some of which are GF, DF and Vegan) or our famous in Waiuku cheese scones, all perfectly paired with a premium barista coffee ☕✨and best of all we are open all day!😁
14/05/2026
✨JOIN US FOR DINNER AT GLOW TONIGHT✨
Grab your tribe and enjoy a relaxing dinner at GLOW😍
Indulge in our new luxurious poached pear dessert slow-poached in wine and spices.🍐🍷 Leaving you with a wonderful warmth to end your evening🥰 ☎️Book Now: 09 235 2502 or message us
11/05/2026
✨BOOK NOW FOR OUR LAST TWO FOR TUESDAY✨
Treat yourself to a beautiful evening out with delicious food, great company, and a little midweek indulgence💛
2 courses $50 • 3 courses $65 per person
🥩Additional supplement for Eye Fillet Steak for $15pp
Perfect for date night or a catch-up with friends and family
We’d love to see you at GLOW 😍🤩
☎ 09 235 2502 or message us to book
01/05/2026
🌸 MOTHER’S DAY COCKTAIL & CHEESEBOARD 🌸
Book Now and treat Mum to a little indulgence this Mother’s Day at GLOW 💛Join us from 3pm to 5pm and enjoy a beautifully curated Cocktail & Cheeseboard experience $35 per person😍
🧀 A selection of delicious cheeses🥖 Garlic butter sticks
🍐 Pear jelly🍓 Fruit relish🍍 Pineapple chilli jam
🍸 Paired perfectly with a cocktail
The perfect way to relax, unwind, and celebrate Mum in style 🥰
Bookings essential
☎ 09 235 2502 or message us
30/04/2026
🦆✨ DUCK SHOOTING WIDOWS… THIS ONE’S FOR YOU ✨🦆
Why not gather the girls and fly down to GLOW this Friday for dinner and try our specialty cocktail The Duck Feather or choose from our range of cocktail options😍🍸🦆
30/04/2026
☕🍰 COFFEE & CAKE COMBO $10 🍰☕
Choose a delicious sweet treat including GF, DF or Vegan or one of our World Famous in Waiuku Scones:-
🧀 Cheese Scone🥓 Cheese & Bacon Scone
The perfect spot to meet friends, relax, and enjoy a catch-up any time of the day 💛See you at GLOW Tues to Sun😍😊
29/04/2026
✨🌸 MOTHER’S DAY HIGH TEA 🌸✨
Spoil Mum this Mother’s Day with an elegant High Tea at GLOW 💛Enjoy a delightful selection of sweet and savoury treats, includes premium coffee and teas. It's a special experience Mum will love and a perfect way to celebrate🥰
Bookings essential ☎ 09 235 2502
28/04/2026
🌸 MOTHER’S DAY LUNCH 🌸
Book Now and Celebrate Mum with a delicious Mother’s Day Lunch at GLOW 💛 😍Gather the family to enjoy a special afternoon together with the people who matter most. 🥰
Call to book now ☎ 09 235 2502 or message us
28/04/2026
✨🌸 MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST 🌸✨
Book Now and treat Mum to a beautiful start to her special day at GLOW 💛 The perfect way to say thank you💛All your breakfast favourites together with premium barista coffee🥓🍳☕🥰. Bookings essential, spots filling up ☎ 09 235 2502
28/04/2026
✨TWO FOR TUESDAY✨
Elevate your Tuesday evening at GLOW 😍
Enjoy a delicious night out:
2 courses $50 • 3 courses $65 per person
🥩Additional supplement for Eye Fillet Steak for $15pp
Perfect for date night or a catch-up with friends and family
We’d love to see you at GLOW 😍🤩
☎ 09 235 2502 or message us to book
23/04/2026
YES, GLOW IS OPEN THIS ANZAC DAY
We’re pleased to let you know that GLOW Restaurant & Bar will be open on Saturday 25 April with NO surcharge and operating as per regulations.
Join us for breakfast, lunch, and through to dinner ✨
☕ Open from 7am with all your breakfast favourites, plus our Coffee & Cake Combo for just $10
Please do note that under licensing rules, only those guests in for the purpose of dining may order alcohol on ANZAC day.
📍 The town parade marches from 10.30am – 12.00pm head to https://www.waiukutown.co.nz/whats-on/events/waiuku-anzac-remembrance-day/ for more details.
Book your table now for breakfast, lunch, or dinner 💛
☎ 09 235 2502 📩 Or send us a Facebook message
22/04/2026
Try our wonderfully tasty Chef’s Creation today!🥣🍀
BEEF & GUINNESS IRISH STEW 😍slow-cooked, full of flavour, and packed with tender beef and vegetables 😍😋hearty and warming perfect for today! Served with a delicious grilled cheese scone, it’s ta match made in heaven 🥣🧀😍
Pop in for lunch today and enjoy this comforting dish for $16 💛
📍Whilst stocks last! ☎️09 235 2502
21/04/2026
✨ If you haven’t already seen, just a friendly reminder ✨
GLOW will be closed from 2pm today while we carry out some exciting kitchen upgrades 👨🍳✨
We’ll be back to normal from Wednesday and look forward to welcoming you from 7am 💛
Be sure to book your table! 😊
☎ 09 235 2502 or send us a message
16/04/2026
🚗🏁 STEEL & WHEELS, WE’RE GEARING UP! 🏁🚗
GLOW is revving up for Steel & Wheels on Sun19th April 🚕🚓
Bookings are filling up fast, book now for breakfast or lunch don't miss out!😍 ☕ If you'll be on the go or want a rest our Coffee & Cake combo is available as a take-way or to have at GLOW😍
So whether you’re fuelling up for the day or taking a pit stop, we’ve got you covered at GLOW🏁🥰
It’s going to be a wheel-y great day..... See you Sunday!😍🚗🏁
☎ 09 235 2502 or message us to book
14/04/2026
✨ TWO FOR TUESDAY ✨
Settle in and Indulge your Tuesday evening at GLOW with our Two for Tuesday😍2 courses $50 per person • 3 courses $65 per person
🥩 Choose Eye Fillet Steak for an additional supplement $15pp
Perfect for an elegant date night or a relaxed evening with friends and family 💛Book a table now: ☎ 09 235 2502 or message us😊
10/04/2026
✨GLOW in the Dark! - We’ve Got You Covered ✨
With the storm on its way, we just wanted to let our GLOW community know we’re prepared. 🕯 If the power goes out, we have a plan in place and will still be able to operate 🙌We’ll be here for you🥰Stay safe, take care, and look after each other we’ve got things ready on our end 💛From 8am to end of dinner service.
06/04/2026
✨ TWO FOR TUESDAY ✨
Turn your Tuesday into something special at GLOW with our Two for Tuesday😍✨
2 courses $50 per person • 3 courses $65 per person
🥩 Choose Eye Fillet Steak for an additional supplement $15pp
Whether it’s date night or a catch-up with friends and family, we'd love to see you at GLOW! 💛
Book you table now: ☎ 09 235 2502 or message us 😊
02/04/2026
Yeehaa Easter Weekend! Yes we are open, no holiday surcharge, breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee abd cakes and... New law passed means you can pop in for a drink and some of our groovy bar snacks too! Come on down to GLOW thus weekend! ❤️ 😍 💖 ❣️
02/04/2026
It's Easter weekend come and enjoy a hot cross bun with your favourite coffee with our Coffee&Cake combo $10 all day ❤️ 😍 😋Also all the popular favourites like caramel oat cake and yummy scones!🤩
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)
