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The Apothecary Licensed Eatery

The Apothecary Licensed Eatery The Apothecary Licensed Eatery is a modern European restaurant located in Howick Village, with an extraordinary eclectic atmosphere that combines antiques, fine food, fresh coffee and a stunning decor. The menu features great tasting fresh local produce with European/Asian and Kiwi influences, complemented by a fully stocked continental-style bar. This licensed eatery also doubles as an antique emporium, where you will find Victorian sledges and full sized stuffed trophy animal heads. For private functions with 45 or more guests on Saturday nights, reservations are accepted by contacting Ted Waters at 021 047 5786.
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Our gorgeous Jayden working a busy Rib night tonight!
03/06/2026

Our gorgeous Jayden working a busy Rib night tonight!

Happy Wednesday đŸ„‚We have Rib night in the Apothecary tonight so come join us!
03/06/2026

Happy Wednesday đŸ„‚
We have Rib night in the Apothecary tonight so come join us!

This week, we’re introducing Amy, Jayden, and Kylie!If you’re a regular at Daisys or the Apothecary, you’ve probably see...
29/05/2026

This week, we’re introducing Amy, Jayden, and Kylie!

If you’re a regular at Daisys or the Apothecary, you’ve probably seen them around already. They’re three of the friendly faces who help create the warm, welcoming atmosphere every day.

From serving your favourite coffee to sharing a smile and a chat, they each bring their own personality, energy, and care to the team

Next time you’re in, don’t be shy, say hello and greet them by name!

As we head into the long weekend, we thought we’d share a little positivity and celebrate some great people who make our community so special đŸ„‚

Celebrate National Burger day at the Apothecary
 the finest savoury treat. Fun fact, Americans eat over 50 billion burge...
28/05/2026

Celebrate National Burger day at the Apothecary
 the finest savoury treat.

Fun fact, Americans eat over 50 billion burgers a year, so 1 today won’t hurt 😉

You can’t beat a good coffee from The Apothecary Every size comes with a double shot, exactly how it should be ☕
27/05/2026

You can’t beat a good coffee from The Apothecary

Every size comes with a double shot, exactly how it should be ☕

Come join us for steak night! đŸ„©Multiple choices of steak with with fries, salad your choice of sauce along side a glass ...
27/05/2026

Come join us for steak night! đŸ„©

Multiple choices of steak with with fries, salad your choice of sauce along side a glass of house wine or selected bottled beer

Starting from $35

Meet the team! Here are some of the people who keep Daisy Changs, Despensa, Piggy and The Apothecary running seamlessly ...
24/05/2026

Meet the team!

Here are some of the people who keep Daisy Changs, Despensa, Piggy and The Apothecary running seamlessly every single day.
Their hard work, passion, and attention to detail are what make these spaces so special, and the reason so many of you keep coming back.
We’re incredibly lucky to have them on our team so we thought this would be a good way to introduce the faces behind it all!

Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be introducing more of the team who keep everything running from early mornings to late finishes!

But first we have Cooper, Johnny and Mya!

Saturday night Pasta deal! $49 for 2 Pastas and a carafe of white or red wine Book now! 🍝
22/05/2026

Saturday night Pasta deal!

$49 for 2 Pastas and a carafe of white or red wine

Book now! 🍝

The heating is on!
16/05/2026

The heating is on!

Starting the day the right way with our big full howick breakfast!
15/05/2026

Starting the day the right way with our big full howick breakfast!

FRIDAY PLATTER SPECIALOur platter with two glasses of Bubbles kicks off from 4 pm.  We’ll see you there!$35 to kick star...
15/05/2026

FRIDAY PLATTER SPECIAL

Our platter with two glasses of Bubbles kicks off from 4 pm. We’ll see you there!

$35 to kick start your weekend 🙌

WEEKLY THURSDAY Any of our cuts of steak along with with fries, salad your choice of sauce and a glass of house wine or ...
13/05/2026

WEEKLY THURSDAY

Any of our cuts of steak along with with fries, salad your choice of sauce and a glass of house wine or selected bottled beer starting from $35

Bookings highly recommended, see you tonight!

Comedy night new date!Saturday 27 June - mc’d ny Tarun, featuring Nick Rado and headliner Pax Assadi!Will be a great nig...
13/05/2026

Comedy night new date!

Saturday 27 June - mc’d ny Tarun, featuring Nick Rado and headliner Pax Assadi!

Will be a great night of entertainment!

Bookings online at www.theapothecary.co.nz

Tonight is our rib night special!  Come and check it out 😋
13/05/2026

Tonight is our rib night special! Come and check it out 😋

Every Wednesday night we are serving up Apothecary ribs. It’s a big meal so we challenge you to share a desert.
To book- www.theapothecary.co.nz

We’re looking forward to a busy weekend across Despena, The Apothecary, Piggy, and Daisy’s, and we’re super excited to s...
08/05/2026

We’re looking forward to a busy weekend across Despena, The Apothecary, Piggy, and Daisy’s, and we’re super excited to see you all

As we expect a very busy few days, we kindly ask everyone to please be patient and respectful toward the staff who will be working hard to ensure everyone has a great experience.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful mums and mother figures celebrating this weekend, cheers to you đŸ„‚

Here’s an overview of what’s happening this week across Piggy, Despensa, Daisy Chang, and The Apothecary. We look forwar...
08/05/2026

Here’s an overview of what’s happening this week across Piggy, Despensa, Daisy Chang, and The Apothecary. We look forward to welcoming you all for what is set to be a very busy weekend

As Mother’s Day is one of our busiest occasions, we kindly ask for your patience with our staff as they work hard to ensure everyone has a great experience.

We can’t wait to see you this weekend to celebrate â˜•ïžđŸ„‚đŸŒź

07/05/2026

On Sunday evening, we had a gentleman who decided to illegally dump his rubbish in one of our bins. This has been reported to the police . Licence plate RAA681. He pulled his hoodie on as soon as our staff member approached him.

Steak night every Thursday at The Apothecary!. All come with a glass of wine or beer.  What a deal!Choices are-Eye-fille...
06/05/2026

Steak night every Thursday at The Apothecary!. All come with a glass of wine or beer. What a deal!

Choices are-
Eye-fillet
Scotch
Porterhouse
Lamb
To book- www.the apothecary.co.nz

Every Wednesday night we are serving up Apothecary ribs. It’s a big meal so we challenge you to share a desert.To book- ...
05/05/2026

Every Wednesday night we are serving up Apothecary ribs. It’s a big meal so we challenge you to share a desert.
To book- www.theapothecary.co.nz

We’ve had to postpone our comedy night – rescheduled for Saturday, 27 June. We apologise for any inconvenience and disap...
04/05/2026

We’ve had to postpone our comedy night – rescheduled for Saturday, 27 June. We apologise for any inconvenience and disappointment.

ticket holders have been contacted – however please feel free to get in touch with us if you have a ticket.

tickets to our new event will be available on our website

The Apothecary’s new Saturday night 70’s deal. Includes a 500ml carafe of house red or white wine and 2 pastas of your c...
29/04/2026

The Apothecary’s new Saturday night 70’s deal. Includes a 500ml carafe of house red or white wine and 2 pastas of your choice from 4 different options. Book in the month of May and get a complimentary garlic bread!

$49 for 2 people, T&C apply

25/04/2026

Have you tried the Apothecary $12 bacon butty?

See you tomorrow morning ☀
24/04/2026

See you tomorrow morning ☀

Could today be the day for you to try the new $12 bacon butty at Apothecary?
22/04/2026

Could today be the day for you to try the new $12 bacon butty at Apothecary?

Come visit us for Wednesday Rib Night!  Link in Bio!
21/04/2026

Come visit us for Wednesday Rib Night!

Link in Bio!

Address

27 Picton Street
Howick
2014

To get to the restaurant located at Picton Street in Howick, you can take the option of public transport by taking a bus or train and alighting at the Howick station. From there, walk towards Picton Street until you reach your destination.

Alternatively, if you are driving, head towards Picton Street in Howick. Parking is available on the street or nearby parking lots but be sure to check for any parking restrictions.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 3pm
Wednesday 8am - 3pm
Thursday 8am - 11pm
Friday 8am - 11pm
Saturday 8am - 11pm
Sunday 8am - 3pm

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What people say

The Apothecary Licensed Eatery, located in Picton Street, Howick, is a modern European restaurant that has been garnering attention from food critics and customers alike. According to recent reviews from various sources, the restaurant has been receiving positive feedback for its unique menu and excellent service.

A review from the New Zealand Herald published in March 2021 praised the restaurant's "innovative" dishes and "sophisticated" atmosphere. The reviewer particularly enjoyed the beef cheek with smoked potato puree and red wine jus, describing it as "melt-in-your-mouth delicious". Another review from Metro Magazine in February 2021 also commended the restaurant's menu, stating that it was "full of surprises" and "expertly executed".

Online reviews on platforms such as TripAdvisor and Zomato have also been overwhelmingly positive. One customer on TripAdvisor commented that they had an "amazing dining experience", with standout dishes including the pork belly and lamb rump. Another customer on Zomato praised the restaurant's attentive staff and cozy ambiance.

However, not all reviews have been completely glowing. A review on Zomato from January 2021 mentioned that while the food was good, it was "overpriced" for what it was. Another review on TripAdvisor from December 2020 noted that while they enjoyed their meal overall, some dishes were a bit too salty for their taste.

Overall though, The Apothecary Licensed Eatery seems to be impressing diners with its inventive cuisine and welcoming atmosphere. With mostly positive reviews across multiple platforms, it's clear that this restaurant is worth checking out for anyone looking for a unique dining experience in Howick.

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