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: 3pm - late
- Wednesday - 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
- 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
- Pork Jungle Curry
- kumara, pineapple, coconut rice, roti 26.5 GFA
- Pan Roasted Fish
- prawn & herb risotto, crème fraiche 33.5 GF
- 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
- Prosciutto
- cherry tomato, roquette 25.5
- Hand Pulled Pizza
- 41.9
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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, kumara, pineapple, coconut rice, roti 23.5 GFA/VG
- 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.


Launching Friday 19 March / Multiple Establishments
The summer of seltzers isn't over yet; Club Setter newest flavour, Peach & Passionfruit is about to hit our taps!
Launching Friday 19 March, Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen, The Lula Inn, The Elephant Wrestler, Moretons and The Merchant Pub are serving up Club Setter's naturally brewed, low sugar and elegantly sparkling seltzer over ice, straight from our taps for the first time.
A delicious blend of peach and passionfruit natural fruit flavours, with less than 30 calories per 100mL - the no-excuses way to quench your thirst.
WELCOME TO THE CLUB.
Complete your summer at one of our exclusive Club Setter experiences, popping up at the following Joylab establishments this March and April.
Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen, Auckland City
Fri 19 March – Fri 9 April
The Elephant Wrestler, Takapuna
Fri 9 April – Fri 30 April


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!


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 and special cabaret performances 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, specialty cocktails and more, this is one not to miss!
Bingo Dates:
- 15th April
- 29th April
- 13th May
- 27th May
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.


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.


Sunday 18 April, 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 18 April, 3 pm - 6:30 pm
Grab your tickets for only $30 through Eventfinda now!


Wednesday 21 April, 6pm / The Elephant Wrestler
Get ready for a bit of competitive family fun with our Family Quiz Night, taking place these school holidays!
We've compiled a bunch of kid-friendly questions that the whole family can enjoy - it's a win-win with you getting to visit your favourite local, and the kids getting in some general knowledge fun, dinner and some great prizes up for grabs.