Gastropub, Takapuna
The Elephant Wrestler
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Gastropub, Takapuna
The Elephant Wrestler
From rugby to UFC, catch your favourite sports live & loud

- 138 Hurstmere Road
- Takapuna
- Auckland
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- (09) 489 8030
- Hours
- Monday & Tuesday: CLOSED
- Wednesday: 4 - 10pm
- Thursday: 12 - 11pm
- Friday & Saturday: 12pm - 1am
- Sunday: 12 - 8pm
Welcome to your larger than life local, bustling in the heart of Takapuna with an outdoor courtyard to boot. Aptly named after a lively bloke who first arrived to Auckland’s North Shore in 1912, The Elephant Wrestler delivers a down to earth hospitality experience with a relaxed atmosphere, expansive selection of crafty beverages and food that’s undeniably Kiwi.
Say g'day to Steve, chief joybringer at The Elephant Wrestler.
Menu
- BITS & BOBS
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- HOT & SPICY CORN CHIPS
- liquid cheese 12 V/GF
- CRUMBED MOZZARELLA STICKS
- chilli garlic butter 14 V
- PORK BELLY CORN DOG
- jalapeño, mustard 13
- CHARGRILLED LAMB KOFTA
- ground lamb mince, garlic & mint yoghurt 18 GF
- SALT ‘N PEPPER SQUID
- aioli 18.5
- FRIED CHICKEN
- The Wrestler’s secret recipe 19.5
- BEER BATTERED MARKET FISH
- fries, tartare sauce dip 28 GFA
- SIRLOIN STEAK
- 300g, garlic & herb butter, chips, jus 41.5 GFA
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- FRIES
- house salt, aioli 8 GF/V/VGA
- CHEESY FRIES
- 10.5 V
- LOADED FRIES
- pulled brisket, gravy, Philly cheese sauce 16.5
- CRISPY POTATO SKINS
- Kiwi dip 12.5 V
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- BURGERS & SAMMIES
- Gluten free on request +2
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- GRILLED CHEESE
- slow cooked brisket, onions, Philly cheesesteak sauce 21
- BUFFALO CHICKEN HAWKER ROLL
- fried chicken, buffalo hot sauce, ranch 18.5
- SMASH BURGER
- American cheese, burger sauce, pickles, onions SINGLE 12 / DOUBLE 18
- CHICKEN BURGER*
- buttermilk chicken, hash brown, pickles, aioli, lettuce 18
- *ASK FOR NASHVILLE HEAT
- IMPOSSIBLE BURGER
- plant based, pickles, onion rings, lettuce, tomato, aioli 20 VG
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- PIZZA
- Gluten free on request +2
- Vegan cheese on request +3
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- CHEESE
- tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella 23 V
- HAM & BACON
- pineapple 23
- SPICY PORK BELLY
- pork sausage, pepperoni 28
- CHEESEBURGER
- ground Wagyu mince, fried pickles, cheese 26
- CHICKEN
- bacon, cream cheese, BBQ sauce 25
- CHILLI PRAWN
- garlic butter, rocket 24
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- SIMPLE IS SWEET
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- CLASSIC MAGNUM
- cookie dough butter, salted caramel, cookie crumbs 9 V/GFA
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- Please click the 'Download Menu' button above to see our beverage menu

What’s on



Your Event
From your mate’s birthday to slick work parties and wedding receptions, there are joyful memories ready to be made right here (or forgotten, as appropriate).
The Elephant Wrestler is part of Auckland’s most joyful hospitality network, where you can be rewarded for connecting with your nearest and dearest at over 20 neighbourhood locals.


1 Sept, 6 Oct / The Elephant Wrestler
After our first sell-out cabaret evening, Cabaret is back!
Join us for a fabulous night of satin, lace and cabaret as Kiki Kisses hosts BURLESQUE at The Elephant Wrestler on;
Thursday 1st September
Thursday 6th October
Nights like this don't come around often, with fabulous and seductive performances set to take over your evening - join us for a bite, sit back with a stiff drink and enjoy Takapuna's Cabaret Spectacular.
Meet the performers from 6.30pm, show begins 7.30pm.
Book Now | 1 September


Thurs 18 Aug / The Elephant Wrestler
Upto next Thurs? ... Fark Knows (nah - literally, we're going to Fark Knows).
The rascals from West Park are hosting a night of trivia at your Takapuna local and it's not the usual yawnworthy pub quiz you're used to, it's a little naughty and a lotta hilarious - you could say it's the Gen Z of pub quizzes and you'll want to get amongst it!
So bring your Quiz-In-My-Pants teammates (but maybe leave your Quiz-rael Folau's at home) and we'll see you for the best midweek catch up plans that have finally made it out of the group chat.
This Thursdays quiz hosted by Joe Daymond and Bailey Poching
Free entry - 7pm


Kick off from 7pm / The Elephant Wrestler
Bingo, but bigger, better and a lot ballsier!
Gather the crew and join us as House of Drag icons, Trinity Ice and Elektra Shock host Drag Queen Bingo. The fabulous extravaganza with special cabaret performances and a whole bunch of social lubricant before hitting the d-floor as the DJ hits at 9pm.
This isn't your standard, everyday bingo your nana dabbles in at the home, this is Bingo with balls, the hilariously fabulous event that'll have in fits of laughter with your crew!
With prizes, epic bite menus, specialty cocktails and more, this is one not to miss!
Bingo kicks off at 7pm before dancing into the night with a drag DJ starting at 9pm.
Next Bingo Dates:
- 25 August - FULLY BOOKED
- 29 September
- 27 October
FREE to register. R18 event, bookings recommended as spots will fill up fast!


Sunday 14 August, 12pm / The Elephant Wrestler
Dine with the most fabulous divas in Auckland, Trinity Ice and Elektra Shock while enjoying bottomless beer, mimosas and brunch.
With hilarious banter, glorious games and glamorous queens, dust off your tiaras on Sunday 14 August from 12pm for a brunch to remember (or forget, as appropriate)
$65 tickets includes 2 hours of:
BOTTOMLESS BEER & MIMOSAS
YOUR CHOICE OF BRUNCH
DRAG QUEEN CABARET SHOWS
DJ ENTERTAINMENT
Doors open 11am. Show begins 12pm.
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R18 event. Bookings essential and payment required at time of booking.
If you would like to be seated with other guests who are booking separately, please make a note in the comments or email manager@elephantwrestler.co.nz.
Please ensure you and all guests have read our full terms & conditions below before your booking.
The Elephant Wrestler's Drag Queen Bottomless Brunch is an R18 event only.
2-hour package begins at confirmed booking start time. Late arrivals do not incur late start time.
Package applies to all guests at the table.
We do not offer discounts for those who are not consuming alcohol as non-alcoholic beverages are served as part of the package.
The Elephant Wrestler complies with the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and therefore enforce the responsible consumption of alcohol by all our guests. Guests will not be served more than one beverage at a time as part of the bottomless brunch package. We offer non-alcoholic beverages and food at all times and will stop service to any intoxicated persons.


Every Saturday 12pm - 5pm / The Elephant Wrestler
How much fried chicken can you devour? Find out for yourself with our Bottomless Beer, Bubbles & Fried Chicken.
For just $50 you can eat as much fried chicken as your heart desires, along with bottomless Export Gold or prosecco for 2 hours. You might need your stretchy pants for this one.
Bookings essential, max group size of 10 people. Vegetarian and vegan options are available on request.
R18 event - no children or guests under 18 are permitted to attend.
Please ensure you have read our Bottomless Fried Chicken, Beer & Bubbles Terms & Conditions below before making your booking.
The Elephant Wrestlers Bottomless Fried Chicken, Beer & Bubbles is an R18 event only.
2-hour package begins at confirmed booking start time. Late arrivals do not incur late start time.
Package applies to all guests at the table.
We do not offer discounts for those who are not consuming alcohol as non-alcoholic beverages are served as part of the package.
Maximum group size of 10 people.
The Elephant Wrestler complies with the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and therefore enforce the responsible consumption of alcohol by all our guests. Guests will not be served more than one beverage at a time as part of the bottomless brunch package. We offer non-alcoholic beverages and food at all times and will stop service to any intoxicated persons.


/ The Elephant Wrestler
Catch your favourite sports live & loud at your local with a cold beer in hand!
Get your Rugby, football or UFC fix with all the matches playing live on our big screens!
Book your spot in front of the big screen now!


Every Wednesday from 8pm / The Elephant Wrestler
Have you ever been listening to a DJ in the club and thought... "I could play better than this guy!" - well now's your chance.
From Wednesday 31 August, we're opening up our decks for some fresh talent to give it a whirl and show off your mixes of all genres and be the guy or gal that turns someone's "okay but just 1 drink" into a late night on the d-floor
All experience levels welcome - even if it's your first time (we'll be here to take the credit if you make it big!)
Not a DJ? Nothing better than a full dancefloor for your first gig, come for a dance and support the up and comers! We'll have cheap eats & drinks all night.
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