Glow restaurant and bar

Glow restaurant and bar The Shires Restaurant & Bar is a cozy and smart dining option in the charming country town of Waiuku. As both a bar and gastropub, they offer delicious food for all tastes. Don't miss out on their famous Mexican Night by making a reservation at (09) 235 2502.
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🎭 Dinner, Drinks & Drama🎭Heading to see the extremely funny show According to Schedule in the next few days at Waiuku Th...
14/10/2026

🎭 Dinner, Drinks & Drama🎭
Heading to see the extremely funny show According to Schedule in the next few days at Waiuku Theatre? Make an evening of it and book a table at GLOW for an early dinner at 5pm, then head to the theatre. Backstage Theatre doors open at 7pm. Show at 7.30pm
📅 PERFORMANCE DATES
Thursday 15, Friday 16 & Saturday 17 October
✨Enjoy a meal, take in a show and spend a little time together 😊
☎ Book Now 09 235 2502

💐 Look forward to seeing you at GLOW this Saturday to grab a bargain! Saturday is the Waiuku Spring Garage Sale!💐
08/10/2026

💐 Look forward to seeing you at GLOW this Saturday to grab a bargain! Saturday is the Waiuku Spring Garage Sale!💐

POP INTO GLOW during Eats and Beats today from 4pm to 7pm and try our $10 takeaway tasters of Sticky Thai, Lemon Chicken...
02/10/2026

POP INTO GLOW during Eats and Beats today from 4pm to 7pm and try our $10 takeaway tasters of Sticky Thai, Lemon Chicken, Tempura Cauliflower with Pineapple Chilli Jam and more!😋🤩

✨GLOW is excited to be part of the Twilight Eats & Beats on Friday! Grab a $10 Chefs Creation from GLOW to walk around a...
29/09/2026

✨GLOW is excited to be part of the Twilight Eats & Beats on Friday! Grab a $10 Chefs Creation from GLOW to walk around and enjoy😋

⭐Heading to watch the classic Back to The Future movie tonight?🎬 Book Diner between 4.30pm and 5.30pm and enjoy a FREE D...
25/09/2026

⭐Heading to watch the classic Back to The Future movie tonight?
🎬 Book Diner between 4.30pm and 5.30pm and enjoy a FREE DESSERT🍰
Our local Waiuku Lions Club is bringing the classic favourite movie Back to the Future to Waiuku Theatre this Friday 25th September at 7pm!😍Make a night of it and enjoy an early dinner at GLOW before heading to the movies😄

08/09/2026

And the winner is…..

We are all Awards ready! Let’s Go!!!!!!🍸🥂😍
08/09/2026

We are all Awards ready! Let’s Go!!!!!!🍸🥂😍

We are all very excited, today is the day we head off to the People's Choice Auckland Business Awards! Thank you all! Yo...
07/09/2026

We are all very excited, today is the day we head off to the People's Choice Auckland Business Awards! Thank you all! Your support has been amazing!😍

💚 HAVE A GLOWING FATHER’S DAY! 💛Treat Dad to some quality time together at GLOW on Sunday.😍Book today for a catch up wit...
03/09/2026

💚 HAVE A GLOWING FATHER’S DAY! 💛
Treat Dad to some quality time together at GLOW on Sunday.😍
Book today for a catch up with Dad over Breakfast • Lunch • High Tea • Dinner🥓🍔🍺🍰🫖
Just a few tables left in each service ☎ Book your table today 092352502

02/09/2026

Huge Thank You Everyone! 😍

01/09/2026

💫Final Day to win a $50 voucher at GLOW, vote here👇
https://www.aucklandbusinessawards.co.nz
Screenshot or message your vote and we'll pop you in the draw😃 Thank you so much to everyone who has taken the time to vote and congratulations to our winners!

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 - 9pm
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)