Dive into the Seafood Boil

Make the most of your weekend with our signature Seafood Boil, packed with fresh swimmer crabs, tiger prawns, mussels, and more, all coated in rich Cajun garlic butter. Designed for sharing, it’s the perfect choice for long lunches, group catch-ups, and relaxed afternoons in Botany Town Centre. Available every Saturday and Sunday from 11am, while stocks last.

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"The seafood boil was sooo on!!! So cheap for what you’re getting & the seafood was fresh, meaty and delicious! Not to mention the staff are awesome. Defs coming back, adding a cray next time!!" - Bradie

Great food, quality drinks, and something for every occasion

Enjoy modern gastro classics, share plates, and refined favourites alongside craft beer, cocktails, and curated wines. Whether you’re joining us for lunch, dinner, or drinks, our menu is designed for relaxed dining and good company.

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v = vegetarian
vo = vegetarian option available
vgo = vegan option available
ngo = no gluten option available

Bites

Pizza

Salads

Commons Grill

Burgers

Mains

Pasta

Sides

Dessert

$16 / 31

Foot long cheesy garlic pizza bread

Garlic, extra virgin olive oil, parmesan, mozzarella, parsley, flaky salt (v, vgo, ngo)

$26

Botany chicken nibbles

Choose a sauce: buffalo hot sauce, blue cheese dip or smokey BBQ sauce, ranch dip (ngo)

$24 / 33

Chilli fried calamari

Salt and chilli spice, paprika mayo, lemon (ngo)

$22

Pea falafel

Smokey eggplant puree, tahini yoghurt, chilli crunch (v, vgo, ngo)

$26

Coastal lamb meatballs

Orzo pasta, preserved lemon, hung yoghurt, fresh mint

$26

Cured salmon tostadas

Burnt apple puree, radish, jalapeno crème fraiche (ngo)

Bites

Pizza

Salads

Commons Grill

Burgers

Mains

Pasta

Sides

Dessert

$16 / 31

Foot long cheesy garlic pizza bread

Garlic, extra virgin olive oil, parmesan, mozzarella, parsley, flaky salt (v, vgo, ngo)

$26

Botany chicken nibbles

Choose a sauce: buffalo hot sauce, blue cheese dip or smokey BBQ sauce, ranch dip (ngo)

$24 / 33

Chilli fried calamari

Salt and chilli spice, paprika mayo, lemon (ngo)

special deals & entertainment

Discover weekly deals, live music, and social events that make Botany Commons your go-to spot in Botany Town Centre. Settle in, relax, and be part of the atmosphere.

Functions and events at Botany Commons

Host your next celebration, corporate event, or private function in one of Botany Town Centre’s most versatile venues. With multiple spaces, tailored menus, and entertainment options, Botany Commons makes every event easy, relaxed, and memorable.

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Choose from the Conservatory, Gin Garden, or Common Room, with capacity for everything from intimate dinners to large celebrations of up to 200 guests.

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Enjoy curated function menus, sharing boards, and entertainment options including DJs, live music, and comedy to suit your event.

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Conveniently located with ample parking and flexible event packages, Botany Commons is ideal for birthdays, corporate functions, and private celebrations.

your local gastro bar in Botany Town Centre

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Botany Commons is your East Auckland social hub for relaxed dining, quality drinks, and good company. From after-work catch-ups and family dinners to celebrations and late-night conversations, you’ll always find a welcoming space waiting for you. Settle in, explore the menu, and enjoy a gastro bar experience that feels both refined and comfortably familiar.

Gather, dine, and unwind in East Auckland’s social living room

"Commons ticks so many boxes. Great food. Tick. Great service. Tick. Kid friendly. Tick. All that’s left to say is…save us a seat coz we’re coming back!" - Myke

REVIEWS

What our locals are saying

"This place is dope had lunch with family and staff was great friendly and very helpful. I'd definitely go eat there again because the menu was nice and food itself tasted beautiful made the atmosphere. Made me happy"
Nella
"Went here for a date night, we ordered two steak meals and honestly one of the best i’ve had. the drinks aren’t watered down like other places i’ve tried. would definitely go back. from staff interactions, there seems to be a lot of regular customers. the music vibe was so fitting, and timezone was just upstairs so you say the date went really well"
JD
"Highly recommend Botany Commons for a good outing. Delicious food, delicious beverages! Good music! Great place to be at with a group of friends! Thank you to the manager on duty, for your awesome hospitality and customer service. Will definitely be back here 😊"
Teuila
"Went in to watch the UFC and enjoy some food and drink. The on tap pineapple daiquiris were a hit. Customer service was great and efficient. Will definitely be back."
Shanzkelly
"We always go to this place with our little boys. They are so picky with food but they love the kids pizza. We love everything else about this place. They are very welcoming . The manager is very kind and nice , also staff are nice and friendly. 100% recommend this place"
Ella
"Had seafood boil for dinner here with 3 of my bestfriends and it was very nice to sit in a clean restaurant with exceptional service, will definitely be back again."
Diana

"Food was amazing, the kids loved the kids meals, and left them very satisfied and full 😂. Adults also enjoyed their food very much, everything was a hit! Service was amazing, our order came at around 15 mins or so, which is pretty good, considering our order was pretty big. Atmosphere was 10/10, there were TVs for us to watch, and the mood just really gives you a warm and welcoming vibe 🔥 Overall, fantastic place and highly recommend!"
Oscar
"Had an amazing birthday dinner here. Both cocktails I had (Strawberry Kiss & Pink Gin Spritz) were so delicious. Cheesy Garlic Pizza Bread was so yummy, and my sirloin main with truffle parmesan fries, peas, & gravy was one of the best meals I’ve had out in a while. Staff were very friendly too, & food & drinks all came out quickly (was a Monday night though!). Will definitely come back."
Aimee
"Excellent restaurant with the best food on the island!!!! The service is spectacular, and the chef/team in the kitchen are incredible. Excellent location, vibes and view 🌅 you must GO. Very highly recommend it; we definitely will come back 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽😍😍"
Anita
"Botany Commons was the perfect venue for my daughter’s 21st birthday celebration! The space had such a great vibe — stylish, welcoming, and ideal for creating a memorable night. The entire team were brilliant to deal with from start to finish, and a special shoutout to Codi, who was incredibly accommodating and made everything feel effortless. Nothing was ever a problem, and their support made the whole planning process completely stress-free. From the setup to the service on the night, everything ran smoothly, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend for any special occasion!"
Velma
"the food was so good I considered proposing to the chef. The atmosphere was classy yet cozy, and everything tasted like happiness on a plate. Special shoutout to Millie, who deserves her own Michelin star for service alone. She was charming, on the ball, and somehow appeared the exact second we needed something — magical, really. If I could give this place 11/10, I would. YAY YAY YAY"
Rachel

"Loved this place! Beautiful space, loved the big deck!! Staff were so attentive. Large enough for functions. Would go back again."
Missie
"Nice to stand in the sun on the verandah with some city views. great looking old pub, very sports orientated and good vibe. lots of indoor space, with friendly team."
Brooke
"One of my fav locals. A lot of screens, great beer selection, comfy sitting and great outdoor area. Guinness on tap is a bonus. Great vibe every UFC Sunday as well."
Dusan
"Business lunch. Great atmosphere, superb food and drinks. Will do again next meeting."
Rob
"Great spot for a lunch and pint. I had the cheeseburger and fries—loved it, very filling and tasty. A+."
Gary
"We ordered the southern fried chicken dish, onion rings and BBQ chicken burger and honestly it was some of the best food we’ve ever had! Will definitely be coming back. The service was great and our food was delivered quickly."
Jesse

"So I booked the outside deck function area for my Mum’s birthday... It was a brilliant venue overlooking the city with all the amenities you could want for such an event. The food was great—the kitchen even baked whole salmon fillets as an extra request. All the guests were super impressed! Big thanks to Brittany and Stephen who were in constant contact prior to ensure all went to plan, and to Brittany and Emily who did an awesome job looking after us on the day. I can't recommend The Cav and the team enough! If you are planning a function it ticks all the boxes."
Andy
"Really enjoyed our afternoon Christmas function I was invited to. The service was great which I was not expecting as most pubs have crap service, in my experience. Food was amazing (sliders, chips, calamari) and we sold the place out of Veuve. Was very nice."
Adam
"A group of us booked a few days earlier for the NFL. The staff were extremely accommodating with getting us set up in a prime spot, along with having the commentary playing as well. Overall a great experience, tasty food and plenty of beer."
James
"I visited the bar today for a team lunch. I ordered the habanero chicken burger and enjoyed some laughs and drinks with my colleagues. The bar has a great selection of house wines and beers, plenty of space for meetings, and they offer some exciting sports events to watch."
Sterling
"I would like to thank The Cav for providing such a great venue to celebrate my partner’s birthday. Everything was extremely well done with no problems or hassles on my part. I would definitely recommend The Cav for any function. Pricing of tasty platters was extremely good and of high quality."
Edwina