Another lazy Sunday means another beautiful
café to try out. It seems that they are endless but I’m determined to try every
last brunch and dessert eatery, and of course I do it all for you!
Enter Fred’s Café, the new quirky kid on the
Ponsonby Block, notorious for its fresh and kitchy décor and of course amazing
milkshakes. Nestled on the corner of Franklin Road on 181 Ponsonby rd it’s
almost too easy to miss, but its little orange door can’t help but stand out
against the grey concrete streets. Previously known as Agnes Curran (the name
of Fred’s first wife) but underwent some much-needed renovations to become the much-loved
cozy café with the best milkshakes in town. I know, I know, that’s a big call
for someone who is pretty new to café adventuring but as one who fancies
themselves as a bit of a thick shake connoisseur I’d have to say that these
creamy treats are on par with those served in Americas Famous Cheesecake
factory. And as a Ponsonby café in little old New Zealand, that’s pretty
impressive.
I went straight for the Salted- Caramel while
Cooper chose Banana and we will continue to rave to anyone and everyone about
them probably for the next month.
The food is moderately priced with
breakfast/lunches from $9-15 and they are quite small. With seating for about
15 people its heaven at 8.30 on a Sunday morning for a small spot of breakfast,
but wouldn’t recommend a large brunch there unless you share a few plates and don’t
mind a busy atmosphere. While I didn’t personally get coffee judging from the
number of Ponsonby locals popping in and out for just take away I assume its
pretty good.
So if you are around Ponsonby (or feel like
taking a special trip) this is most defiantly a spot you want to check out!
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