The Butcher Baker

Absolutely the best smoked tomato and whipped feta scrambled eggs! Worth the trip to Helensville just to experience this sensational culinary highlight! Epic freshly baked sourdough, possibly the best in Auckland. Was recommended by a friend and we enjoyed every minute.

What an amazing restaurant! Worth the drive. The open kitchen and wood fired oven was a delight to watch. Generous serving of the most superbly prepared food. Attentive and knowledgeable staff created a fun filled evening. Lamb rack as a starter with the rib eye steak as the mains.. Perfection rolled into one. Mushroom doughnuts a first but not the last! The chocolate parfait...... heavenly..... coming back for breakfast! And we did...... Twice. Buck wheat pancakes Scrambles eggs Mushroom doughnuts Fresh pastries Sour dough that has been wood fired Smooth coffee. Great service. It's last Sunday of the month . That's roast night. Tonight we had roast pork belly with veges, mash and brocollini withba lovely house italian red. Perfection rolled into one. Lovely attentive staff under the watch of the maestro himself. Fabulous meal. Booked in for the last sunday of August! August already. Glad we booked. Place is humming. Started with wood fired sour dough.... now the only bread I'll eat .... beyond amazing. Chef has gone past perfection and the roast tonight is on an unreal level. Melt in mouth roast. Wood fired. His three day prep secret has to be tasted to be believed. Thanks Reggie and team. Amazing evening! ( as always) Buckwheat pancakes. A must! The sourdough with brown butter. The only time I eat bread!

Beautiful place, great design. Lovely atmosphere during the day with plenty of natural light ; I’m curious to see how it feels in the evening. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Compliments to the chef for his art. Approved!

The Definition of Sunday Vibes We visited The Butcher Baker in Helensville for a relaxed coffee and breakfast, and were genuinely impressed—not just by the quality of the food and coffee, but also by the welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. As you arrive, you’re greeted by a charming quaint courtyard that sets the tone. Inside, the lovely scent of woodsmoke from the open kitchen fills the space, and you can see the chefs working with care and focus, which adds a great authentic touch. The interior and exterior are both beautifully designed—thoughtful, inviting, and cosy. A small detail which I really appreciated: the dishware. Beautiful, well-chosen plates and cups that subtly elevated the whole experience. We shared a toasted scone with burnt whipped butter, which was surprisingly so delicious—not your average scone. The sourdough toast with preserve and burnt whipped butter was also excellent, with high-quality ingredients that shone through in every bite. Who knew you could elevate scones and toast like that? Definitely impressed. We paired everything with flat whites, which were well-made and smooth. I don’t get out to Helensville often, but I’ll definitely be making a point to return to The Butcher Baker. It’s a place worth coming to - highly recommend!!!

Such an amazing place! Smells like cozy warm night inside with the fire going; now imagine fresh healthy and delicious meals being delivered to you with such a fantastic staff. They are always smiling and greeting you with warmth. We love coming here for the scones too! Pictures: The eggs and bacon were super hot on arrival!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An absolute standout – a hidden gem out West! Brilliant restaurant with exceptional food, flawless presentation, and a stunning layout. The open kitchen adds to the experience — you can watch the chefs work their magic over a real wood fire, which adds incredible depth and flavour to every dish. Everything we ordered was beautifully cooked and bursting with flavour — easily some of the best food I’ve had in years. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and stylish without being overdone. The staff were fabulous — friendly, attentive, and impressively professional. And the chef? Absolutely incredible. You can tell there’s real passion and skill behind every plate. This place is a true secret out West — Can’t wait to come back. Highly recommended.

My wife and I took a meander up the Kaipara Harbour along South Head to Te Rau Puriri Regional Park—because nothing says "long weekend windy boredom breaker" like winding rural roads and glorious scenery. On the way back, we stopped at Lake Ototoa Scenic Reserve and Shelley Beach, ticking off our quota of tranquil nature stops for the day. We pulled into Helensville in search of a pit stop and sustenance and stumbled upon The Butcher Baker. What a "royal" weekend find! Welcoming staff, top-notch service, and most importantly, food that made me want to curtsy to the chef ! Fittingly, this was over the King’s Birthday weekend—which still feels weird to say after a lifetime of Queen’s Birthdays. I guess it’s the same long weekend, just with a slightly more masculine cake topper. Highly recommend!