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The Caretaker

Viaduct Harbour, Auckland

An iconic Viaduct Harbour bar with sweeping views across the America's Cup Village, serving expert cocktails to Auckland's maritime-minded social set.

Founded

2013

Capacity

250

Hours

Daily 4

Area

Viaduct Harbour

About The Caretaker

The Caretaker occupies a commanding position on the Viaduct Harbour, Auckland's most prestigious waterfront precinct, where the yacht masts of the America's Cup Village and the lights of the Waitemata Harbour create an incomparable backdrop for an evening's drinking. The bar's cocktail programme is among Auckland's most accomplished, drawing on New Zealand's exceptional craft spirits industry — locally made gin, whisky, and rum appear throughout a menu that changes with the seasons and the harbour's mood. The venue's elevated terrace is among the finest places to watch the sun set behind the Waitematā, making The Caretaker the natural choice for Aucklanders celebrating something special.

History

The Caretaker opened in 2013 as the Viaduct Harbour precinct was consolidating its position as Auckland's premium waterfront dining and drinking destination following the America's Cup legacy development. The bar played a significant role in establishing the precinct's reputation for quality hospitality.