UPDATED OPENING HOURS FROM 16 AUGUST - Tues to Sat 12pm to Late, Closed Mondays.
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Best Pub Metro Autumn 2021!

UPDATED OPENING HOURS

With NZ borders shut, the hospitality industry is suffering from a dire shortage of quality staff.

Despite our best efforts we have been unable to find the right people to join our Galbraith’s team, and allow our existing staff time off.

So sadly, until further notice, we will be closed on Mondays beginning 16th August 2021.

We are open Tuesday-Sunday 12pm-Late. To avoid disappointment we encourage you to book. As always we are committed to keeping you safe with plenty of sanitizer on hand, and regular surface cleaning, but if you feel unwell please stay home.

Take care.

Keith, Andrea and the Galbraith’s Team

Brewing and serving craft beer before it was cool

At the Alehouse we have been serving world-beating beers from our on-site brewery since 1995. Once again named one of Metro’s Top 10 Auckland Bars in 2020 and boasting one of the most extensive beer lists in the country, we are committed to being the best. Located in the beautiful lofty Grafton library building at the top of Mt Eden Road the feeling when you walk through the doors is welcoming and relaxed.

Our hand-made food showcases the heritage of our experienced team of chefs whilst staying true to our pub roots. Produce is sourced locally, delivered fresh every day and collected from the on-site gardens.

David O’Leary

Head brewer

Born and raised in Dublin, David joined the Alehouse family in 2011, training directly with Keith from the ground up. Always happy to have a yarn about what’s brewing, he is passionate about cask-conditioned ales and his family. In 2019 he became proud father to the newest additions to the Alehouse family, young twins Ted and Benji.

Keith Galbraith

Founder

Born in Hamilton across the river from the Waikato Brewery, Keith began his career working with wine. He quickly found that his skills and knowledge translated across to brewing. Seeing few true Real Ales being produced, he opened the Alehouse in 1995 with the desire to bring real, old-world beer styles, brewed with traditional techniques to New Zealand. Since opening the Alehouse, his beers have been recognised and acclaimed locally and at an international level, including in 2017 with two gold medals and a the trophy for world champion in the strong dark beer class at the prestigious International Brewing Awards in Burton-on-Trent, considered the Oscars of the brewing world.

Beers

Our specialty cask-conditioned, hand-pulled Real Ale and European inspired lagers are complimented by a range of seasonal beers from local and international producers. Available to enjoy here, or by the flagon to take home.

Real ale

Cask is cool 10°C

Galbraith’s Alehouse opened in 1995 as New Zealand’s only producer of cask-conditioned Real Ale in well over half a century. We make our real ales the same way we have for years with the finest English malt, noble English variety whole hop flowers and unique strains of ale yeast. Our ales contain no sugars (unless otherwise stated) or preservatives and are not filtered or pasteurised to retain as much flavor as possible. We are proud to be considered the best producer of authentic Real Ale outside of the U.K.

Mr G's LUNCHEON ALE (3.7%)

10.9
A Bronze full flavored Session Ale.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Warm/Open
  • Carbonation Level Medium
  • Malt Pale Ale and Red Crystal
  • Hops Celia Flowers
  • Maturation Cask conditioned
  • IBU’s 25.0
  • Yeast Irish Ale Yeast
  • Water Soft with few minerals

HUDSONS GOLDEN ALE (4.4%)

11.5
A pale hoppy Golden Ale with a tangy and refreshing finish.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Warm/Open
  • Carbonation Level Medium
  • Malt Golden Promise and Pale Crystal
  • Hops Styrian Goldings
  • Maturation Cask conditioned
  • IBU’s 25
  • Yeast In House Strain
  • Water Medium hard

BELLRINGER’S BEST BITTER (4.8%)

11.5
A classic Best Bitter with full palate and lingering fruity/bitter finish.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Warm/Open
  • Carbonation Level Medium
  • Malt Pale Ale and Medium Crystal
  • Hops Goldings Flowers
  • Maturation Cask conditioned
  • IBU’s 35.0
  • Yeast Southern England Strain
  • Water Medium hard

SOUTHERN ISLES SUB TRPOICAL IPA (5.4%)

12.9
A New Zealand take on a classic English IPA recipe.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Warm/Open
  • Carbonation Level Medium
  • Malt Pale Ale and Pale Crystal
  • Hops Motueka, Riwaka, Taiheke, Nelson Sauvin
  • Maturation Cask conditioned
  • IBU’s 45.0
  • Yeast In House Strain
  • Water Medium hard

Lager & ale

SERVED CHILLED 4°C

The last 10 years have seen us venture into the world of European lager and New World beer styles. Our recent modern brewery addition has allowed us to improve our offerings markedly. Our attitude to these creations hasn’t changed though, our focus is still to produce beer that is flavoursome, unique and not run of the mill. Beer that has real flavor, more than just a thirst quencher. Like our Real Ale these beers are made only from finest malt and hops we can find and various strains of brewer’s yeast. They are unpasteurised and contain no preservatives.

PILSNER BOHEMIAN STYLE (4.3%)

10.9
Fresh tasting aromatic lager with a full bodied malty and refreshing finish.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Cold Enclosed Conical
  • Carbonation Level High
  • Malt Moravian Pilsner, Vienna, Cara Bohemian
  • Hops Saaz, Hersbrucker & Tettnager
  • Maturation Lagered in Tank
  • IBU’s 35.0
  • Yeast Czech Strain
  • Water Medium Hard

NZPA NZ PALE ALE (4.4%)

10.9
A light bodied ale with unique malty character and a floral hoppy finish. Hops are not overdone.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Cold Enclosed Conical
  • Carbonation Level High
  • Malt Pale Ale, Caramalt, Munich Type 2
  • Hops Kohatu, Pacifica, Riwaka
  • Maturation Lagered in Tank
  • IBU’s 25.0
  • Yeast House strain
  • Water Soft with few Minerals

LAGER MUNICH STYLE (5.0%)

11.5
A soft, malty lager with fine aroma and a balancing bitter finish.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Cold Enclosed Conical
  • Carbonation Level High
  • Malt German Lager, Carapils and Vienna
  • Hops Tettnager and Hersbrucker
  • Maturation Lagered in Tank
  • IBU’s 25.0
  • Yeast Bavarian
  • Water Soft with few minerals

DOUBLE DRY HOPPED HAZY PALE ALE (5.5%)

12.9
A true to style Hazy Pale Ale. This time packed with Mosaic, Idaho 7 and Talus for two dry hop additions. Think tropical fruit salad.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Enclosed Conical
  • Carbonation Level Medium-Low
  • Malt Pale Ale and Pale Crystal
  • Hops Varies
  • Maturation Served Fresh
  • IBU’s 30.0
  • Yeast London Fog
  • Water Soft

Menu

Gluten free gf
Gluten free option gfo
Dairy freedf
Vegetarianv
Vegetarian optionvo
Meat eater friendlymef

All our food is cooked fresh as the orders are received.

Whilst we take great care in our preparation, our kitchen does contain most commonly known allergens.

Beer snacks

Skinny Fries v 10.9
Salt & Vinegar or Truffle Fries v 11.9
Southern Fried Buttermilk Chicken Bites Black Bean and Sweetcorn Salsa, Aioli 15.9
Pecorino and Mozzarella Arancini Toasted Mushroom Aioli, Pickled Oyster Mushrooms 15.90
Spicy Glazed Lamb Ribs Pickled Daikon df 19.5
Tataki Tuna Taco (X2) Grilled Yellowfin Tuna, Green Tomato Salsa, Sesame Dressing, Grilled Lime df 21.9

Burgers

Classic ½ lb House-made Beef Patty, Swiss, Cos, Red Onion, Tomato, Gherkin, American Mustard, Tomato Sauce, Skinny Chips gfo mef 23.9
Chicken Ciabatta Char-grilled Thigh, Slaw, Red Onion, Swiss, Buttermilk Ranch Dressing, Skinny Chips gfo mef df 23.9
Chilli 200g House-made Chilli spiked Beef Patty, Melted Cheese, Red Onion, Cos, Huy Fong Sriracha, Tomato Sauce, American Mustard with a Brioche Bun. gfo mef 24.9
Add to any burger Swiss Cheese 2.0, Free-range Egg 3.0, GF Bun 2.0, Jalapenos 2.0, Streaky Bacon 3.5, Onion Rings 3.0

Pub Classics

Curry Kashmirilal Butter Chicken (Indian Subcontinent), Jasmine Rice, Fried Curry Leaves, Black Sesame, Chili Threads, Coriander gf 24.9
Bangers & Mash House-made Cumberland Sausages, Creamy Mash, Onion Gravy, Green Peas gf mef 24.9
Fish & Chips Galbraith’s Beer Battered Fish, Chunky Chips, Dressed Leaves, Tartare Sauce. Mushy Peas? Just ask. gfo 24.9

Bistro Style

Tuna Bowl Sashimi Grade Yellow Fin Tuna, Brown Rice, Edamame, Pickled Cucumber & Radish, Capsicum, Carrot, Wakame, Black Sesame, Sriracha Mayo, Citrus Ponzu gf 21.9
Pie of the Week Our Pie is available every Sunday and changes weekly. Please see blackboard. 24.9
Steak Frites 250grm Sirloin Fries, Petit Salad. Your choice of sauce: Thyme & Peppercorn, Mushroom Bordelaise or Bearnaise. gf 29.9
Steak Frites 250grm Scotch Fillet Fries, Petit Salad. Your choice of sauce: Thyme & Peppercorn, Mushroom Bordelaise or Bearnaise. gf 34.9
Daube of Beef Slow Braised Beef, Celeriac Mousseline, Truffle Oil and Baby Vegetables 34.9

Salads/Vegetarian

Garden Salad v gf 12.9
Roasted Buttercup Balsamic Glazed Onions, Feta, Sage, Mint v gf 12.9
Orzo Risone Salad Red Capsicum, Cucumber, Labne, Chimichurri v 12.9

Dessert

Apple & Rhubarb Crumble Vanilla Bean Ice Cream 14.9
Sticky Date Pudding Salted Toffee Sauce, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream 14.9

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Bookings

To avoid disappointment please book below.  We can take bookings for groups of up to 16. For bookings of groups larger than 16, please email us on bookings@alehouse.co.nz. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.

  • Tue – Sun: 12pm – 10pm
  • Fri: 12pm – 11pm
  • Kitchen serving 12pm – 9pm
  • No public holiday surcharge

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