Vegan eatery est. 2017 as a food trailer then at this location in 2018, and under current ownership since 2020. Serves breakfast items, cabinet foods for lunch and dinner menus. Selection include pies, rolls, wraps, burgers, fries, nachos, pizzas, salads, milkshakes, kombucha, smoothies, raw cakes, and sweet treats. Hosts events like open mic nights on Wed, mingles, and quizzes on Thurs. Open Tue-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm, Sun 11:00am-5:00pm. Last order 9pm.
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159 Symonds St, Auckland, New Zealand, 1010
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Last update on 23 Apr 2024 by GorillaKitchen.nz
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Added by TeeDay on 01 Jul 2018
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101 Reviews
First Review by Vegangelist
rudog
Points +44
Full belly YES - Edit
Ownership may have changed hands but the GK hasn’t dropped the excellent standards the founders set. Food is cooked perfectly, taste is on point, portions are the best in the nation, and staff are awesome. This is a gem.
Read moreLast time we were there My partner got the Frida Burger ( a must) and a salad. His only critique was they needed to put more vinegar on the salad but the freshness and amount of greens certainly compensated his issue. I often get the Seizeher Salad and it’s a mountain of deliciousness.
Pros: Entire menu is delicious , You leave super full , Excellent coffee and tea
Cons: None
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eatallthecolours
Points +88
Yummy brunch - Edit
Nice place for brunch. Lots of options and fully vegan.
Read morePros: All vegan
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namidaamorah
Points +22
Amazing!!! Soooo good - Edit
Loved this spot! Such yummy food and kind and helpful staff. We really enjoyed our lunch!! We had some out of this world kombucha! The "Nacho business" and the "Seize her salad", blue berry cupcakes (so good and very pretty) and a delicious iced chocolate! Everything was soo good!! I was surprised at just how big the meals were! Very generous sizes. Highly recommend eating out here! We will definitely be back. Thank you 😊🙏🏼✨
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happyNess
Points +22
My happy place - Edit
I love the atmosphere and the food. If I’ve had a big week going to Gorilla Kitchen makes it all better. I wish I had a favourite, there are just so many yummy options.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Friendly staff
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SabaBowden
Points +185
Best vegan cafe in Auckland - Edit
Such amazing food, service and the best portion sizes!! Great value for your money
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, The best portion sizes , Lovely staff
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KatieThomass
Points +167
Yummo! - Edit
Went to GK with my Omni parents this evening and great food was enjoyed by all! We had the buffalo cauliflower wings, Berber burger, Ocean warrior burger and spicy tofu pizza. Friendly and approachable staff. Delicious food.
Read morePros: Great service , Nice atmosphere and well furnished, Not too busy so easy to social distance
Cons: Can’t think of any
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koneko
Points +1732
Great place! - Edit
Been here a few times, had several of the salads (really liked the potato salad), had the gorilla filla breakfast with scrambled tofu - yums.
Read moreCouldn't help myself and ordered a piece of rocky road bar - no regrets!
Their pizza slice was okay, but their burrito, which tasted like Chinese BBQ "duck" was fantastic, definitely was not expecting that flavour.
It's a cute little place, lots of goodies in the cabinet/ glass area - vibrant colours and the ingredients all look fresh and tasty.
I wish that I had lots of money and an even bigger stomach to try everything.
Great job!
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RyanDunseath
Points +27
Delicious - Edit
Nachos are amazing!
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larahart
Points +212
Vegan lunch - Edit
Cafe style 100% vegan menu, good range of food on menu & in cabinet. Had bruschetta with scrambled tofu which was a large meal, nicely represented & tasty. My friend had Berber Burger, which came with delish herb salted fries.
Read morePros: Large choice of food, Friendly staff, The fries
Cons: Decor a bit boring
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HappyPineappleKix
Points +1109
Lovely spot - Edit
Nice selection of foods and desserts.
Read morePros: Good food, Lovely staff
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HollyChantelleMoses
Points +34
Beautiful meal - Edit
Had the bonoffee pancakes. They were amazing while my family had one of the chicken burgers with fries. They absolutely loved them too
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kcitu
Points +119
Great brekkie - Edit
Lovely place close to our accommodation so it was an absolute gem to find.
Read moreI had the salad which was large, tasty and filling, would highly recommend. The Keto dish was delicious but the portion wasn’t as big as my salad.
If you like burgers then this place is for you as the evening menu has loads of them.
Pros: Fresh fresh fresh food
Cons: Slightly outside downtown
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YasminJiang
Points +449
Tasty food, good service - Edit
Every time at Gorilla Kitchen, I received tasty, generously portioned food. I’ve so far had the Frida burger (absolutely amazing), bruschetta which was tasty but standard brunch fare, and the black forest pancakes. It was enormous but a little bit of it was still raw, but given how thick it was, it must be difficult to get right. Nonetheless, I always get good service and it’s a regular spot for me.
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KathH
Points +74
OMG the pancakes!!! - Edit
Wow what a place!! So wish I lived in Akl just to come here. Pancakes were devine. The worst thing was not being able to fit anything else in as it all looks sooo good. Super friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely be thinking of excuses to travel to Akl more now!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Easy parking on St Benedict’s Street close by, Friendly helpful staff
Cons: Difficult choosing what to eat LOL - too good!!
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Heymilly
Points +90
Amazing Food - Edit
One of my fave cafes to eat. Always tricky picking off the menu and making the decision! Food is always good and presented beautifully. Lovely people and service make for a good experience all around.
Read morePros: Everything is vegan, Pancakes!
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jcsbuss
Points +151
Delicious food - Edit
I had a delicious lunch at Gorilla Kitchen. There are a variety of options and also nice beers to choose from.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2019-12-22
Pros: Good food, Friendly staff
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EdenTsubery
Points +560
Super tasty! - Edit
We ordered a bunch of dishes and they were all amazing.
Read moreThe mexi fries were one of the best thing I had ever eaten!!! The cheese was soooo good
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robivore
Points +329
Love this place - Edit
The staff are really nice, and the food is delicious. The nachos are great, and the falafel burger is my favourite.
Read morePros: All vegan, Has booze, After hours events (open mic, quiz night)
Cons: Maybe a few more healthy options
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LisaSpykers
Points +7620
Very tasty food - Edit
The 'phush and chups' was excellent -- the beer batter was perfectly crispy. Very attentive and friendly service too. My only gripe was that I asked for some ketchup with my chips and they failed to tell me they would charge $1 for it. I thought this was a bit cheeky. I'd understand if I asked for vegan aioli, but $1 for ketchup? Hmmm...
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LaurenceSams
Points +34
Great find - Edit
Had a wonderful breakfast and great dinner, what more is there to say
Read morePros: Good vegan options for all times of day
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Jenniferlaw1712
Points +102
Wow! - Edit
My omni family LOVED it. They usually hate my vegan suggestions but that’s just testament to how good this place is!
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chefryley
Points +82
Vegan feast - Edit
Yum and extensive all vegan menu!
Read morePros: YOM heaps of vegan
Cons: Lil pricy
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CarlyHitchcock
Points +256
Top 5 - Edit
I looove Gorilla Kitchen. It happens to be near my work so I pop in at least a few times a week. My morning go-to is the chocolate brownie. Also love the salads, loaded fries and burgers
Read morePros: Lots of gluten free options, Compostable packaging , Vegan drinks
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lu_V
Points +41
Amazing food! - Edit
Amazing cafe in Grafton. The food was great. Between the three of us we had the black forest pancakes, banoffee pancakes and the gorilla filla breakfast. Would highly recommend any of these. Nice range of menu items and really great looking cabinet display items too.
Read morePros: Great food w good selection, Nice atmosphere , Good prices and large portions
Cons: Struggled to find parking
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nicbizzle
Points +26
Simply fantastic - Edit
A great range of foods from hearty salads to burgers and fries. The cabinet food changes daily and is always great. So if it’s sweets or savoury you’re after this is the place for you! Light bowls or hefty breakfasts you’ll be satisfied.
Read morePros: All vegan options, A la carte and cabinet food available, Great variety
Cons: Can get really busy - but thats also a good thing
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happyyase
Points +522
Great options! - Edit
Was looking for cake and coffee.
Read moreFW with soy was good. They use Vitasoy.
The custard slice was the best! The passionfruit cheesecake was good. And the choc Caramel as well. Maybe the last a bit too sweet for me.
Was just 24 NZD for three sweet treats and coffee. Well priced i would say. Very friendly waiters. Bring you water if you like.
Next time i will try a brekkie and also the lunch options look yummi!
Pros: All vegan, Great priced, Brekkie, sweet treat, lunch for all gravings a opt
Cons: Maybe some cakes too sweet?!
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rosu12
Points +347
The Pancakes 😍 - Edit
I had the banoffee pancakes and they were so good! Huge portion size and thick, fluffy pancakes. Lovely staff and atmosphere. Definitely coming back!!
Read morePros: Huge range of vegan options, Quality for money, Nice staff and atmosphere
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