Gastropub, Takapuna
The Elephant Wrestler
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Gastropub, Takapuna
The Elephant Wrestler
From rugby to UFC, catch your favourite sports live & loud
Gastropub, Takapuna
The Elephant Wrestler
Want $1 back for every $10 you spend? Earn and redeem Joylab Rewards Dollars in our network of 20+ bars, pubs and restaurants across Auckland.
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: Closed
- Tuesday - Wednesday: 3pm - 10pm
- Thursday - Saturday: 12pm - late
- Sunday: 12pm - 7pm
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
- STARTERS
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- Cheesy Pizza Bread
- garlic (V, GFA+3.0) 14.5
- Salt & Pepper Squid
- aioli 16.5
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken
- dipping sauce 17.5
- Pork Belly Bites
- ginger caramel, chilli, peanuts, kaffir lime (GFA) 16.5
- Pork & Chive Dumplings
- ponzu (6) 13.5
- Prawn & Pork Belly Hawker Roll
- chilli, roti, sriracha mayo 17.5
- Loaded Fries
- chilli con carne, cheese (GF) 15.9
- The Elephant Sharing Board
- salt & pepper squid, pork & chive dumplings, buttermilk fried chicken, cheesy garlic pizza bread 48.0
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- SIDES
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- Fries
- aioli (v) 9.0
- Crispy Onion Rings
- secret sauce (v) 9.5
- Mixed Leaf Salad
- house dressing, parmesan (v,gf) 9.5
- Seasonal Veggies
- garlic butter (v,gf) 9.5
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- MAINS
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- Beef Burger
- onion rings, pickles, cheese, lettuce, tomato, fries (GFA+3.0) 25.9
- Fried Chicken Burger
- bacon, pickles, ranch dressing, fries (GFA+3.0) 25.9
- 300g Sirloin Steak & Chips
- roast garlic & herb butter, jus (GF) 35.5
- Fish & Chips
- tartare sauce, lemon 24.5
- Master Stock Pork Belly
- coconut rice, greens, chilli, crispy onions 28.9
- Creamy Chicken Penne
- bacon, mushroom, onions 23.9
- Classic Caesar
- crispy bacon, baby cos, crushed croutons, egg, anchovy aioli 19.5 ADD chicken 6.0
- Pork Jungle Curry
- chilli, fried onion, curry leaf, spring onion, roti (GFA) 26.5
- Pan Roasted Fish
- prawn & herb risotto, crème fraiche (GF) 33.5
- Falafel Bowl
- roasted cauliflower, saffron rice, kale, fried chickpea, sunflower seeds, tahini dressing (V, GF) 23.9 ADD chicken 6.0
- Sticky Beef Bowl
- rice vermicelli, mesclun, charred broccolini, sprouts peanuts, chilli dressing 25.9 GFA/VGA
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- PIZZA
- gluten friendly base +3.0, dairy free cheese +3.0
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- Margherita
- fresh mozzarella, cherry tomato, basil (V) 22.9
- Pepperoni
- Italian salami, spicy pepperoni 24.5
- Meat Lovers
- bacon, salami, pepperoni, chorizo, BBQ sauce 25.9
- Chicken & Bacon
- onion, capsicum, baby spinach, ranch dressing 24.5
- Prawn & Chilli
- prawn cutlets, fresh chilli 25.9
- Bolognese
- 4-hour beef & pork bolognese, parmesan 24.5
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- VEGAN & VEGGIE
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- Cauliflower Popcorn
- spicy salt (VGA,GFA) 15.5
- Charred Broccolini & Courgette
- sunflower seeds, tahini dressing (VG,GF) 16.5
- Vegan Burger
- vegan pattie, onion rings, tomato relish, lettuce, fries (VG,GFA+3.0) 23.9
- Mushroom Risotto
- arborio rice, mushrooms, herbs, mascarpone (V,GF) 23.9
- Jungle Curry
- tofu, broccoli, roti canai, coconut rice (VG,GFA) 23.9
- Falafel Bowl
- roasted cauliflower, saffron rice, kale, fried chickpea, sunflower seeds, tahini dressing (VG,GF) 23.9
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- DESSERT
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- Vanilla Brûlée
- (gf) 13.0
- Ice Cream Sundae
- 13.0
- Chocolate Brownie Slice
- chocolate ice cream, caramel (gfa) 13.0
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- MAINS
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- Buttermilk Fried Chicken
- fries, dipping sauce 12.5
- Pork & Chive Dumplings
- ponzu (4) 12.5
- Fish & Chips
- tartare sauce (gfa) 12.5
- Cheeseburger
- beef pattie, cheese, fries 13.5
- Creamy Chicken Penne
- bacon, mushroom, onions 13.5
- Chicken & Vegetables
- grilled chicken, jus 13.5
- Loaded Fries
- cheese, gravy 10.5
- Falafel
- fries (v) 12.5
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- PIZZA
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- Margherita Pizza
- fresh mozzarella, cherry tomato, basil (v) 12.5
- Pepperoni Pizza
- italian salami, pepperoni 12.5
- Ham & Cheese Pizza
- 12.5
- Cheese Pizza
- (v) 12.5
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- DESSERT
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- Chocolate Brownie
- ice cream, chocolate sauce (gfa) 7.0
- Ice Cream Sundae
- 7.0
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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.


Monday 8 February / Multiple Establishments
The Super Bowl and wings go hand-in-hand, so this year we're bringing back a crowd favourite. We're giving you free wings from kick-off 'til the first points are scored in the 55th Super Bowl.
Round up the crew, watch the game live on the big screens and chow down as many wings as you can before points are on the board. Pair that with a cold beer and you've got yourself the ultimate Super Bowl experience down at your local.
Available at these Joylab establishments across Auckland:
The Zookeepers Son, Royal Oak
The Elephant Wrestler, Takapuna
Garrison Public House, Sylvia Park
The Postman's Leg, Glenfield
Coops Corner Pub, Viaduct Harbour
Spots will get snatched up quickly so book in now to ensure you don't miss out!
Free wings are available from kick-off until the first points are scored in Superbowl 55.
One dozen chicken wings will be served per group at a time, and are available for dine-in only. Additional chicken wings will not be served until the previous plate is finished.
All customers must purchase a drink in order to apply for the free wings’ promotion.


Every Saturday, 2pm - 4pm / The Elephant Wrestler
How much fried chicken can you devour? Find out for yourself at The Elephant Wrestler's Bottomless Beer, Bubbles & Fried Chicken night!
For just $45, 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, maximum group size of 10 people.
Please note this is an R18 event only. No children or guests under 18 are permitted to attend.
Please ensure you have read The Elephant Wrestler's 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.

Tuesdays from 7pm / The Elephant Wrestler
The Elephant Wrestler's Tuesday Trivia is taking a break over December and will return in 2021. Keep an eye out for more details in the new year.
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Tuesday nights don't have to be boring. Instead of sitting on the couch wishing it was the weekend already, round up the crew for a bit of competitive fun at The Elephant Wrestler's weekly Trivia Night!
1st place - $75 voucher
2nd place - $50 voucher
3rd place - $25 voucher
PLUS spot prizes throughout the night!
Registrations are at 6.30pm and the quiz kicks off at 7pm sharp.
Book your spot below!


Sunday 21 February, 3pm / The Elephant Wrestler
Join us at your much loved Takapuna local to watch Motel California, New Zealand's premier Eagles Tribute Band.
Playing the best-loved Eagles hits, celebrating one of the great country-rock acts in music, this is an afternoon not to be missed!
Sunday 21 February, 3 pm - 6:30 pm
Grab your tickets for only $30 through Eventfinda now!


Sunday 24 Jan, from 4pm / The Elephant Wrestler
Join us to watch all the action as Dustin Poirier goes head to head against Connor McGregor in the highly anticipated rematch. Whoever you're backing, catch it live and loud on the big screen at The Elephant Wrestler with a cold one in hand.
The event is sure to bring in a full house so make sure to book your spot now and secure a seat front and centre!
Sunday 24 January, from 4pm


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 icon, Trinity Ice hosts Drag Queen Bingo at The Elephant Wrestler.
This isn't your standard, everyday bingo your nana dabbles in at the home, this is Bingo with balls, the hilarious extravaganza that'll have in fits of laughter.
With prizes, epic bite menus, and special cabaret performances, this is one is not to miss!
Bingo Dates:
- 4th February
- 25th February
- 4th March
- 18th March
- 1st April
- 15th April
- 29th April
FREE to register. R18 event, bookings recommended as spots will fill up fast!

Every Friday from 9pm / The Elephant Wrestler
Boogie your way into the weekend with a rotating line up of Auckland's best pub bands as they are supercharged to get your party started on the dance floor.
From the '80s to disco and the latest pop tunes, these bands are sure to get your dance shoes moving and ensure you dance your way right into the weekend, the best way possible.
Grab your colleagues or your crew and book a table for a couple of bites before the night kicks off.
LINE UP:
January 22: Pat 4 President
January 29: Mixed Tape Bros
February 5: French Kiss
February 12: French Kiss
February 19: Pat 4 President
February 26: Mixed Tape Bros


Every Saturday / The Elephant Wrestler
Bring your house party out of the house and to The Elephant Wrestler Haus Party every Saturday night.
Saturday's are all about letting your hair down and dancing like nobody's watching so we've got you covered with our epic line up of resident DJs from 9 pm.
Sing along to Gloria Gaynor, get down on the d-floor with MC Hammer or serenade your partner with some epic Ed Sheeran.
Gather the crew, book a table to grab a bite to eat and a few drinks before the party really kicks off.



/ All Establishments
Ronald McDonald House Charities supports families when their child is in a hospital away from home, taking care of the practical things in life such as family meals or a place to sleep. Each year, over 4,600 New Zealand families are provided support free of charge.
We're hoping to help spread joy to these families this summer, by donating $1 to Ronald McDonald House on behalf of every new Joylab Rewards member active this December and January.
The Perks Of Joy:
- 10% Return - For every $10 you spend get $1 back as Joylab Reward Dollars, redeemable at any of Joylab's 20 bars, pubs or restaurants across Auckland.
- Super Simple - Create a Joylab Rewards account below, then head into any of our bars, pubs or restaurants and pick up your new Joylab Rewards card to start earning Rewards Dollars right away. Don't forget to add your new card to your online account to unlock your Rewards Dollars.
- Spread Joy - We'll donate $1 to Ronald McDonald House Charities on behalf of you!
Learn More About RMHC
$1 donation applies to new active Joylab Rewards members only, between 1 December 2020 - 31 January 2021.
Donation will be made in early February 2021 via an online donation at https://rmhc.org.nz/.