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Slowlane

4.6(2,381 reviews)

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North Island visitors find Slowlane, a local business, in the Auckland suburb of Ellerslie. The café occupies 604 Great South Road, Ellerslie, Auckland 1051, Nueva Zelanda, placing it within the city's southern fringe. That address puts Slowlane on the main road running through Ellerslie, a short drive from Auckland's centre. Guests have given the café a 4.6 out of 5 score across 2,381 reviews, a strong showing for a neighbourhood spot. Slowlane is known as a café, and its website at http://www.slowlane.nz/ carries further details. Two photographs accompany the listing, showing the café's setting. Opening hours run Mo-Fr 07:00-15:00 and Sa-Su 07:30-15:00, so mornings and early afternoons are the times to call. The café sits in Ellerslie, an Auckland suburb that is straightforward to reach from the city and from towns such as Hamilton and Tauranga. Travellers heading further afield can also connect to Wellington, Rotorua, Taupo, Napier and New Plymouth. Across New Zealand's islands the weather stays temperate, with December to February drawing the biggest crowds and low-altitude winters remaining gentle. Local cooking leans on seafood caught in nearby waters, lamb, dairy products and wines made in the region. The islands are linked by domestic flights and ferries, while English and Māori are the languages spoken day to day. With its 4.6 rating from 2,381 reviews, Slowlane is a well-regarded café for visitors to Auckland.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Slowlane known for?

Slowlane is a café on North Island serving the Ellerslie area of Auckland from 604 Great South Road. Its opening hours run 07:00-15:00 Monday to Friday and 07:30-15:00 on Saturday and Sunday.

What should first-time visitors expect at Slowlane?

First-time visitors to Slowlane will find a café at 604 Great South Road, Ellerslie, Auckland 1051, open 07:00-15:00 Monday to Friday and 07:30-15:00 on weekends. The surrounding North Island has a temperate climate, with summer from December to February the most popular season.

Where is Slowlane located on North Island?

Slowlane sits at 604 Great South Road in Ellerslie, Auckland 1051. It operates as a café on North Island, with Auckland among the nearby places reachable from its spot on Great South Road.

Is Slowlane easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on North Island?

Reaching Slowlane means heading to 604 Great South Road in Ellerslie, Auckland 1051, which sits within reach of Auckland and other nearby places such as Hamilton and Tauranga. North Island's towns are connected by domestic flights and ferries, so travelling onward to the café's Auckland address is straightforward.

Is Slowlane suitable for families, couples or solo visitors?

As a café at 604 Great South Road in Ellerslie, Auckland 1051, Slowlane welcomes anyone looking for a daytime stop, whether arriving alone, as a couple or with family. Its 4.6 out of 5 rating across 2381 reviews reflects how it is regarded by those who visit.

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