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10/09/2026
Back by popular demand, Sailor Socials returns with another Ladies Night at Hello Sailor! ๐งก Entry is 100% FREE with doors kicking off from 7pm till late on Saturday 19th September โ
Half Moon Bay Marina โด๏ธ Lock in your table early right here - bkme.in/HSLadiesNight ๐
Weโve got Martina Mak and Chachi taking over the decks, bringing big party energy straight to the marina ๐ชฉ
Settle in with exclusive drink specials pouring across the night ๐ธ $15 Margaritas ๐พ $10 Prosecco ๐น $15 Signature Fever-Tree G&T
Round up the girls and join us for a massive night by the water ๐
08/09/2026
We're sorted for your week ahead at Hello Sailor! โต Your East Auckland local spot for cold drinks, great food, pub quiz, and weekend tunes ๐ป
Wednesday ๐ง Pub Quiz from 7pm
Thursday ๐ฅฉ NEW $25 Steak Thursdays featuring 250g Sirloin with fries, Cafรฉ de Paris butter and red wine jus, available all day with any beverage purchase ๐ท
Friday ๐ถ DJ Dmark on the decks from 5-7pm, followed by DJ Brookie Beats and DJ Bubz from 7pm til late ๐ชฉ
Saturday ๐ง DJ Sai Funkin live from 7pm til late ๐บ
Sunday ๐ธ Live tunes from Lauren Collins from 1-4pm to wrap up the weekend โ๏ธ
Bookings welcome โ Grab your table at bkme.in/HelloSailor ๐ฒ
04/09/2026
Just a heads up about Father's Day ๐โโ๏ธ It is looking like a busy one and tables are filling up fast - so we are expecting plenty of happy Dads! ๐ฅฐ
Bookings are highly recommended as we have only got a limited number of spots left for the afternoon and evening ๐ฅฉ Every dad dining with us will receive a free Fatherโs Day gift with their booking!* ๐ฅ Book Dad's table here - bkme.in/HSFathersDay ๐
Live entertainment on Sunday by Levi Lights On performing live from 1-4pm ๐ธ
Pictured, a couple of dishes Dads love ๐ธ Twice-Cooked Pork Belly served with parsnip purรฉe, calvados, apple and fennel slaw ๐ฝ๏ธ 300g Bone-in Ribeye charcoal rested with merlot jus and whipped โnduja butter ๐ฅฉ
01/09/2026
Another chocka week lined up at Hello Sailor! โต We have got your week sorted with delicious food, live tunes, pub quiz, and Father's Day celebrations ๐
Wednesday ๐ง Pub Quiz from 7pm
Thursday ๐ฅฉ NEW $25 Steak Thursdays featuring 250g sirloin with fries, Cafรฉ de Paris butter and red wine jus, available all day with any drink purchase
Friday ๐ถ DJ Dmark from 5-8pm, followed by DJ Brookie Beats and DJ Bubz from 8pm til late
Saturday ๐ Mighty Warriors vs Sea Eagles live and loud from 5pm, followed by DJ Tido after the game til late ๐ป Up the Wahs!! ๐
Sunday ๐ธ Happy Father's Day with live music from Levi Lights On from 1-4pm ๐ฅ Pre-book your table to score a free gift for Dad!! ๐ฅ
Bookings welcome, visit ๐ bkme.in/HelloSailor โ
27/08/2026
Live entertainment and a FREE gift for Dad this Father's Day down by the Marina! ๐ฅ We'll have Levi (Levi Lights On) on performing live from 1-4pm ๐ธ
Plus every dad dining with us will receive a free Fatherโs Day gift with their booking!* ๐ฅ
Book Dad's table here - bkme.in/HSFathersDay ๐
T&Cs apply.
24/08/2026
Golly! ๐ซจ There is so much happening this week it almost doesn't fit in one post! โต We have got BRAND NEW food deals and a massive lineup every single day ๐
Tuesday ๐ New Roast & Slaw Tuesdays with $25 half chicken or $45 whole chicken, served with peanut slaw
Wednesday ๐ง Pub Quiz from 7pm
Thursday ๐ฅฉ New $25 Steak Thursdays featuring 250g Sirloin with fries, Cafรฉ de Paris butter and red wine jus with any drink purchase
Friday ๐ถ DJ Dmark from 5-7pm followed by live music from Taye Williams from 7pm til late
Saturday ๐ง DJ Rod Salinas spinning from 7pm til late
Sunday ๐ธ Live music with Lauren Collins from 1-4pm ๐ Capping off the week with the mighty Warriors vs Knights live and loud on the big screens from 4pm! Up the Wahs ๐ป
Bookings welcome, please visit ๐ bkme.in/HelloSailor โ
21/08/2026
The hardest decision to make this weekend ๐ค Are you choosing the Wagyu Burger, Lobster Roll or Chowder? ๐
๐ Wagyu Burger - Alabama truffle xo, double cheese, bourbon bacon jam and brioche
๐ฆ Lobster Roll - clarified butter, Thousand Island, chives
๐ Chowder - sourdough boule, daily catch, fennel and garlic creamed veloutรฉ
Happy Hour runs from 4-6pm and 9-11pm ๐ฅ More info and bookings ๐ bkme.in/HelloSailor โ
20/08/2026
A little something every day this weekend! ๐
Friday starts off with DJ Dmark 5-8pm ๐ง Then DJ Sai Funkin will be taking you from 8pm until late ๐ถ
Saturday we're welcoming DJ Vocoder (Connor Berghoffer) from 7pm until late! ๐ซก
Sunday you can relax with vibes from Lana Fia, playing 1-4pm ๐ธ
Bookings welcome, please visit ๐ bkme.in/HelloSailor โ
13/08/2026
Thursdays just got a whole lot better in Half Moon Bay ๐ฅฉ Grab a 250g Sirloin served with fries, Cafรฉ de Paris butter and red wine jus for just $25 ๐ท
Every Thursday. Available all day with any beverage purchase.
Bookings welcome, please visit ๐ bkme.in/HelloSailor โ
11/08/2026
Itโs looking like a VERY SPICY weekend ahead with live music and our Latin Fiesta on Saturday! ๐ถ๏ธ
Thursday
Steak Night is here! ๐ฅฉ A juicy 250g sirloin with fries, Cafรฉ de Paris butter and red wine jus, all for just $25! Available all day with any drink purchase (beer, wine, spirit, cocktail, or non-alcoholic) ๐ป
Friday
Kickstart your weekend with DJ Dmark from 5-7pm followed by live music from Lana Fia from 7pm til late ๐ธ
Saturday
Latin Fiesta is taking over!! ๐ถ๏ธ Free entry, cocktail specials, and DJ Spooth & DJ Rod Salinas on the decks from 6pm-1am! ๐ Book via tapthis.link/LatinFiestaHS ๐
Sunday
Wrapping up with live music from Jarrad Lee from 1-4pm ๐ค
Bookings welcome, please visit ๐ bkme.in/HelloSailor โ
06/08/2026
Turn up the heat in Half Moon Bay as Sailor Socials presents Latin Fiesta ๐
Saturday 15th August | 6pm - 1am ๐๏ธ
Expect a night of Latin rhythms, high-energy DJs and plenty of dancing by the marina ๐ชฉ
Featuring Dj Spooth & DJ Rod Salinas ๐ง Enjoy cocktail specials including $15 Classic Margaritas, $15 Palomas and $9 Altos Tequila ๐น
FREE ENTRY - bookings recommended via tapthis.link/LatinFiestaHS ๐
04/08/2026
Check out what's happening this week, including a new weekly food deal! ๐
Wednesday
Pub Quiz is back! ๐ง Free team entry, kicking off from 7pm. Get your team together and grab a table early ๐
Thursday
Steak Night is here! ๐ฅฉ A juicy 250g Sirloin with fries and Cafรฉ de Paris butter and red wine jus, all for just $25! Available all day with any drink purchase (beer, wine, spirit, cocktail, or non-alcoholic) ๐ป
Friday
Kickstart your weekend with Live Music from The Chillin Villians๐ฅ Theyโre on from 7pm til late ๐ธ
Saturday
Your Saturday night soundtrack sorted with DJ Olly Thomas behind the decks, playing from 7pm til late ๐ง
Sunday
End the weekend right with smooth Sunday sounds thanks to Taye Williams live from 1-4pm ๐ค
Bookings welcome, please visit ๐ bkme.in/HelloSailor โ
30/07/2026
We're looking forward to an intimate evening of exceptional food and wine as we welcome SOHO Family Vineyards to Hello Sailor! Executive Chef Ross Birch has created a beautifully paired 4 course menu.
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Thursday 20 August, 7pm
๐๏ธ Tickets $95pp. Book here - tapthis.link/SOHOxHS ๐
๐ Spaces are strictly limited and bookings are essential
4 Courses + 4 Wines
๐ฆช Tฤ Matuku Bay Oysters with White Peach, Cress and Seawater Jelly + Stella Sauvignon Blanc 2026
๐ Smoked Salmon Ravioli with Crab Bisque and Chive + Westwood Rosรฉ 2025
๐ฆ Venison Loin with Celeriac, Blackberries, Toasted Clove and Almond Crumble + Valentina Syrah 2022
๐ซ Whittaker's 72% Chocolate Iced Parfait with Dark Chocolate Ganache + Revolver Merlot 2022
Throughout the evening, the SOHO winemaker will guide you through each wine, sharing the stories behind the bottles, the inspiration behind the range and the history of SOHO Wines.
Expect outstanding wines, thoughtful pairings and a relaxed evening overlooking the Half Moon Bay Marina ๐ท
๐๏ธ Book here - tapthis.link/SOHOxHS ๐
Address
1 Ara Tai
Auckland
2012
To reach Ara Tai in Auckland, there are a couple of options. If you're using public transport, take the train or bus to the nearest station/bus stop and walk for about 10-15 minutes to reach the destination.
If you're driving, head towards Ara Tai and look for parking spots nearby. Some popular parking options include street parking or paid parking lots in the vicinity.
Once you've reached Ara Tai, look for the tapas bar & restaurant and gastropub which is located within walking distance from the parking spot/bus stop/train station.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 1am |
| Friday |
12pm - 1am |
| Saturday |
12pm - 1am |
| Sunday |
12pm - 1am |
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What people say
Grangers Taphouse and Kitchen is a fantastic tapas bar and restaurant located in Ara Tai, Auckland. The open plan kitchen creates a relaxed dining experience that is perfect for any occasion. The craft beers on tap and hand-selected wine list are sure to please everyone's taste buds. Grangers also offers a full menu that is sure to satisfy any craving. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a night out with friends, Grangers has got you covered. The casual waterfront atmosphere adds to the overall experience of this gastropub. It's the perfect spot to unwind after a long day or catch up with friends over drinks and delicious food. Please note that all guests must be over 18 years old unless accompanied by their parent or legal guardian, so it's an ideal spot for adults looking for a great time out. Overall, Grangers Taphouse and Kitchen is definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!
