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Mark Wiens in Auckland CBD, Auckland: 5 Spots
This guide turns 5 Must Eat Foods in New Zealand!! 🇳🇿 I Can’t Stop Eating!! from Mark Wiens into a practical food map with 5 saved spots around Auckland CBD, Morningside, and Mount Albert. The mapped places include a bakery stop, a restaurant stop, an ice cream shop, and a school. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Mark Wiens was deeply impressed by the hearty and flaky New Zealand style pies at Muzza Pies, noting that they are a core part of the country's culinary DNA. He particularly enjoyed the steak and cheese pie for its generous fillings and the unique marmite mince and cheese pie for its salty, savory boost. His key takeaway was the incredible texture of the crust, which remained crispy and flaky despite being loaded with rich, saucy gravies.
What this map is good for
- Planning a bakery stop or short itinerary in Auckland CBD.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 5 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Muzza's Pies
Bakery in 55 Richardson Road, Mount Albert, Owairaka 1025, New Zealand, Mount Albert, Owairaka, New Zealand
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - The White Lady
Hamburger Restaurant in Corner Commerce Street &, Fort Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand, Auckland CBD, Auckland, New Zealand
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Tony's Original Steak & Seafood Restaurant
Seafood Restaurant in 27 Wellesley Street West, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand, Auckland CBD, Auckland, New Zealand
Price level: Medium - Tipene's Fish And Chips Takeaways
School in 648b New North Road, Morningside, Auckland 1022, New Zealand, Morningside, Auckland, New Zealand
Price level: Medium - Giapo
Ice Cream Shop in 12 Gore Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand, Auckland CBD, Auckland, New Zealand
Price level: Expensive
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- steak and cheese pie
- L&P (lemon and paeroa) soda
- mince and cheese pie
- pawa (abalone) turnover
- smoked tuna pie
- marmite mince and cheese pie
Experiences captured
- visited Muzza Pies in Auckland
- watched the pie making process
- observed pies baking in the oven
- met the multi-generational family owners
- dined at an outdoor table
- learned about traditional New Zealand pie flavors
Planning notes for Auckland
Auckland, located on a narrow isthmus between the Waitematā and Manukau harbors, has a recorded human history beginning with Māori settlement around 1350. Known in Māori as Tāmaki Makaurau, the region was characterized by fortified volcanic hill settlements called pā. In 1840, following the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, the site was selected as the colonial capital of New Zealand.
Must-try foods nearby
- Hāngī
A cornerstone of Māori culture, this traditional feast is cooked in an earth oven using heated stones. - Hokey Pokey Ice Cream
Widely considered New Zealand's national ice cream flavor, this is creamy vanilla mixed with crunchy bits of honeycomb toffee. - Mince and Cheese Pie
A quintessential Kiwi comfort food found in almost every local bakery. For the absolute best, locals head to Richoux Patisserie or specialty spots like Blue Rose. - Fish Sliders from Depot
A true Auckland icon created by chef Al Brown, these sliders have appeared on 'Best of' lists for years. - Dumplings in Spicy Sauce
Reflecting Auckland's massive Pan-Asian influence, the dumplings from Eden Noodles Cafe on Dominion Road are a local rite of passage.
When to go: The best time to visit Auckland is during the southern summer from December to March, when the weather is warmest (averaging 20–25°C / 68–77°F) and ideal for beaches and outdoor festivals. While this peak period offers the most sunshine.
Local tips
- Apply high-SPF sunscreen even on overcast days because the UV radiation in Auckland is exceptionally strong and can cause burns quickly.
- Tipping is not expected or required in restaurants, though a small amount for exceptional service is always appreciated.
- Remove your shoes before entering someone's home or a Māori wharenui (meeting house) as a sign of respect.
- Use an AT HOP card for the most cost-effective and seamless travel on the city's trains, buses, and ferries.
What travelers are noticing
- The City Rail Link (CRL) opening, transforming the CBD with new underground stations and faster cross-city travel.
- The revitalized Downtown Waterfront, featuring the new Te Wānanga public space and volcanic-themed play areas.
- Dreamer, a massive immersive light and sound installation at the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC).
Extra place context
- Giapo
Far more than a standard ice cream shop, Giapo is a world-renowned 'ice cream kitchen' in the CBD known for its avant-garde creations.
food and Hokey Pokey Ice Cream
Official tourism resource
The official visitor website for Auckland, managed by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, providing guides on attractions, events, and travel information.
Planning questions
Where did Mark Wiens eat in Auckland CBD, Auckland?
This guide maps all 5 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Auckland CBD, Auckland.
What are the must-try foods in Auckland CBD, Auckland?
Creator picks from the video include steak and cheese pie, L&P (lemon and paeroa) soda, mince and cheese pie, pawa (abalone) turnover. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this food map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.