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WE ARE OPEN EVERYDAY FROM NOON

Come in and check out the back garden …

As the festive season approaches we look forward to welcoming you to the Pub to share some food and drink with friends, family and colleagues.

We are open everyday this summer with the exception of Christmas Day. To avoid disappointment we encourage you to book. We can take bookings for groups of 2 to 32.  Book here on our website or call us on (09) 3793557.

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.

Be sure to check the amazing transformation of our back garden (it’s so amazing that back garden somewhat undersells it!). We think there’s nothing else like it. We hope you will be as excited as we are with “Galbraith’s Folly”, our take on a walled English beer garden, the perfect spot for summer. Make sure you check it out soon before it’s no longer a well kept secret.

Take care and Happy Christmas.

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.

Darrin Gallagher

Head chef

Palmerston North born and Auckland bred, Darrin has worked in leading restaurants both here and overseas. Darrin came to Galbraith’s after Keith explained his vision to serve top end pub food using only the best ingredients. He leads a brigade of qualified and experienced chefs with a passion for food and beer.

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.

BOB HUDSON’S BITTER (4.0%)

10.9
A pale hoppy bitter with a tangy and refreshing finish.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Warm/Open
  • Carbonation Level Medium
  • Malt Pale Ale and Pale Crystal
  • Hops Styrian Goldings Flowers
  • Maturation Cask conditioned
  • IBU’s 25.0
  • Yeast Yorkshire Strain
  • Water Soft with few minerals

BELLRINGER’S BEST BITTER (4.5%)

10.9
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

BITTER & TWISTED ESB (5.3%)

11.5
An Extra Special Bitter with full bitter/sweet flavors and aromatic hops throughout.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Warm/Open
  • Carbonation Level Medium
  • Malt Pale Ale, Caramalt & Red Crystal
  • Hops Fuggles and Styrian Goldings Flowers
  • Maturation Cask conditioned
  • IBU’s 55.0
  • Yeast Southern England strain
  • Water Medium hard

SOUTHERN ISLES SUB TROPICAL IPA (5.4%)

12.5
A New Zealand take on a classic traditional English IPA recipe.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Warm/Open
  • Carbonation Level Medium
  • Malt Pale Ale, Pale Crystal
  • Hops Motueka, Nelson Sauvin, Taiheke, Riwaka
  • Maturation Cask conditioned
  • IBU’s 45
  • Yeast House Strain
  • Water Soft with few minerals

GRAFTON PORTER ROBUST PORTER (5.2%)

11.5
A full-bodied Dark Ale with aromas of chocolate and coffee from roasted malts. UK hops provide a satisfying bitterness and herbaceous notes.
Brew profile
  • Fermentation Method Warm/Open
  • Carbonation Level Medium
  • Malt Pale Ale, Crystal, Chocolate, Roast Barley
  • Hops Fuggles, Goldings
  • Maturation Cask conditioned
  • IBU’s 30
  • Yeast Irish Ale
  • Water 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.Packed with Crya Simcoe, Cryo Mosaic and Sabro 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 Cryo Simcoe, Cryo Mosaic and Sabro
  • 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

Chips Chunky or Skinny v 10.9
Parmesan & Rosemary Polenta Chips Truffle Aioli v 14.9
Tomato Bruschetta Crunchy Baguette, Semi-dried Tomato, Basil, Garlic, Mozzarella, Balsamic Reduction. 14.9
Slow Cooked Brisket Arancini Mozzarella, Jalapeno, Blue Cheese Dressing 14.9
Chicken Teriyaki Skewers (X6) Toasted Sesame, Teriyaki Glaze, Coriander df 15.9
Pork & Prawn Dumplings (X5) House Made Chilli & Oyster Dipping Sauce df 15.9
Southern Fried Buttermilk Chicken Bites Black Bean & Sweetcorn Salsa, Aioli 15.9
Panko Fried Prawn Taco (X3) Iceberg, Pineapple & Mint Salsa, Toasted Coconut, Sriracha Aioli, Chili, Coriander df 15.9
Charcoal Bao Bun (X2) Sweet Thai Chili Jam, Lemongrass, Spring Onion, Coriander, Toasted Sesame df 16.9
Crumbed Market Fish Sliders (X3) Carrot and Red Cabbage Slaw, Tartare, Chives 19.9

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
Vegetarian Roasted Portobello Mushroom, Sauerkraut, Smoked Cheddar, Tomato Chutney, Cos, Red Onion, Skinny Chips gfo v 23.9
Brisket Pulled Slow-cooked Brisket, Pickled Red Cabbage, Gherkin, Swiss, Smoked Cuban Ketchup, Cos, Skinny Chips gfo v 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
Thai Rare Beef Salad Eye Fillet Steak, Mung Beans, Cucumber, Radish, Crushed Peanuts, Red Onion, Mint, Coriander, Lime Juice, Kampot Pepper Dressing gf df 24.9
Duck & Mushroom Risotto Shiitake & Swiss Brown Mushrooms, Baby Spinach, Truffle Oil, Sage, Grana Pandano gf 26.9
Slow Cooked Harissa Lamb Shoulder Orzo Risone, Red Capsicum, Cucumber, Labne, Chimichurri 27.9
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

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

Under Level 2 restrictions we can only accommodate up to 100 people at any one time, including members of our Team.  To avoid disappointment please book below and we will call you back to confirm.  We can take bookings for groups of 2 up to a maximum of 32 people.

  • Open 7 days
  • Sun – Tues 12pm – 10pm
  • Wed – Sat 12pm – 11pm
  • Kitchen serving 12pm – 9pm
  • No public holiday surcharge



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