Great People,
Great Food,
Great Drinks,
That’s The Cav

Catch every big game live with cold pints, elevated pub fare, and a crowd that knows their sport. From after-work drinks and relaxed lunches to weekend catch-ups and private events, The Cav delivers great food, premium drinks, and unbeatable energy – all in one welcoming, city-view spot.

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Ponsonby’s
Home of
Live Sport

"One of my fav locals. A lot of screens, great beer selection, comfy sitting and great outdoor area. Guiness on tap is a bonus. Great vibe every ufc Sunday as well." - Dusan

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A Menu Made for Mates, Matches & More

From elevated pub classics to crowd-pleasing share plates, our menu delivers bold flavour without the fuss. Just good food, great drinks, and no compromises.

Our Menu

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

Classics

Roast

Burgers & Sandos

Salads

Snacks

Sides

Dessert

$31

Eggplant parmigiana

Roasted tomato fondue, stretchy mozzarella, basil, slaw, fries

$32

Beer battered fish and chips

Tartare sauce, herb salt chips (ngo)

$35

Chicken parmigiana

Roasted tomato fondue, smoked ham, stretchy mozzarella, slaw

$35

Free range NZ pork cutlet

Your choice of gratin potatoes and seasonal vegetables or fries and slaw, with creamy mushroom or peppercorn or garlic butter (ngo)

$39

Steak frites

Angus bavette steak, fries, peppercorn sauce (ngo)

$47

Angus scotch fillet

Your choice of gratin potatoes and seasonal vegetables or fries and slaw, with creamy mushroom or peppercorn or garlic butter (ngo)

Classics

Roast

Burgers & Sandos

Salads

Snacks

Sides

Dessert

$31

Eggplant parmigiana

Roasted tomato fondue, stretchy mozzarella, basil, slaw, fries

$32

Beer battered fish and chips

Tartare sauce, herb salt chips (ngo)

$35

Chicken parmigiana

Roasted tomato fondue, smoked ham, stretchy mozzarella, slaw

Special Deals & Entertainment

From live sports and quiz nights to exclusive promotions, there’s always something happening at The Cav. Check here for the latest events and join the fun!

Host Your Next Function at The Cav

The Cav is the perfect spot for birthdays, work events, and special occasions. Great spaces, custom menus, and a team that makes planning easy.

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The Cav offers a flexible space for events of all sizes, accommodating up to 300 guests. Perfect for corporate functions, parties, and casual gatherings.

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With a private bar, live music options, and full AV setup, The Cav is perfect for creating a memorable event.

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Enjoy stunning Auckland city views from our deck, featuring seating, TV screens, and heating – ideal for drinks and events.

REVIEWS

Hear what makes The Cav a Ponsonby favourite.

"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
"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
"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

"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
"Great spot for a lunch and pint. I had the cheeseburger and fries—loved it, very filling and tasty. A+."
Gary
"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

"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