Gastropub, Royal Oak
The Zookeeper's Son
Welcome to Royal Oak’s best loved local, where the beers flow cold and the stories flow far.
Gastropub, Royal Oak
The Zookeeper's Son
With a range of versatile spaces and quirky atmosphere, The Zookeepers Son is the ideal venue for your next event.
Gastropub, Royal Oak
The Zookeeper's Son
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, Royal Oak
The Zookeeper's Son
Welcome to Royal Oak’s best loved local, where the beers flow cold and the stories flow far.
Gastropub, Royal Oak
The Zookeeper's Son
With a range of versatile spaces and quirky atmosphere, The Zookeepers Son is the ideal venue for your next event.
Gastropub, Royal Oak
The Zookeeper's Son
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.

- 715 Mt Albert Road
- Royal Oak
- Auckland
- View map
- (09) 625 7550
- Hours
- Due to Level 3 restrictions in Auckland, The Zookeeper's Son is currently closed.
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- Regular opening hours:
- Monday: 12pm - 9pm
- Tuesday - Wednesday: 12pm - 10pm
- Thursday: 12pm - late
- Friday - Saturday: 12pm - late
- Sunday: 12pm - 9pm
Step into The Zookeeper’s Son, where the beers flow cold and the stories flow far; including our own nod to the family which ran one of Auckland’s first zoos in the Royal Oak area. We haven’t forgotten our roots - not as animals, but in treating all like family - including you. Our modest food and fresh drinks are reason enough to get your people together, be it a catch-up, Christmas function or social celebration, but the sense of kinship can’t be missed. Come and make your own story.
Free on-site car parking available behind the establishment.
Menu
- ZOOKEEPER'S FOOD TRUCK
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- Torn Mozzarella
- vine tomatoes, green olives, basil, peas, pita crisps 17.9
- Grilled Halloumi & Miso Roast Eggplant
- green chilli sambal (GF, V) 16.9
- Prawn Dumplings
- Zoo dipping sauce (4) 12.5
- Cheesy Pizza Bread
- garlic (V) 14.5
- Grilled Broccolini
- crispy kale, whipped feta (GF, V) 15.5
- Chicken Wings
- original buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing, celery (GF) 18.9
- Salt & Pepper Squid
- spicy chilli jam, aioli (GF) 16.5
- Fried Chicken Taco
- shredded leaves, aioli, pickles, salsa 16.5
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken
- chipotle aioli 17.5
- Bok Choy & Mushroom Dumplings
- Zoo dipping sauce (4) (V) 10.5
- Fried Fish Taco
- chilli yoghurt, shredded leaves, pickles 17.5
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- PIZZA
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- Margherita
- mozzarella, fresh tomato, basil (V) 22.9
- Pepperoni
- mozzarella, loaded pepperoni 24.5
- Italian Sausage
- broccolini, tomato sauce, mozzarella 22.9
- Hawaiian
- bacon, pineapple 22.9
- Puttanesca
- tomato, black olive, eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella (V) 22.5
- Chicken & Bacon
- onion, baby spinach, ranch dressing 24.5
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- gluten free base available +3.0
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- SIDE SHOW
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- Fries
- aioli (V) 9.0
- Crispy Onion Rings
- secret sauce (V) 9.5
- Seasonal Veggies
- garlic butter (GF, V) 9.5
- Cos Leaves
- house dressing, parmesan (GF, V) 9.5
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- The Ringmasters Platter
- Buttermilk chicken, BBQ ribs, Italian sausage, crispy onion rings, pepperoni, pickles, black olives, grilled veggies & whipped feta, garlic & herb flatbread 51.5
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- THE MAIN SHOW
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- Loaded Beef Burger
- onion rings, pickles, cheese, lettuce, tomato, fries (GFA+2.0) 25.9
- Fried Chicken Burger
- bacon, lettuce, pickles, ranch dressing, fries 24.5
- Quinoa Bowl
- roasted pumpkin, quinoa, spinach, feta, pumpkinseeds, walnut dressing (V) 23.9 ADD chicken 6.0
- Fish & Chips
- tartare sauce, lemon 23.9
- Veggie Burger
- feta & quinoa pattie, pickles, lettuce, tomato, fries (V,GFA+2.0) 23.5
- Famous #6 Fettuccine
- chicken, bacon, mushroom, onions, cream sauce 23.9
- Classic Caesar
- crispy bacon, baby cos, crushed croutons, egg, anchovy aioli 19.5 ADD chicken 6.0
- BBQ Ribs
- chips, greens 350g 27.9 / 700g 44.5
- 300g Sirloin Steak & Chips
- roast garlic & herb butter, jus (GF) 35.5
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- $20 PUB FAVOURITES
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- Coconut Chicken Curry
- jasmine rice, naan bread
- Philly Beef Triple Decker Toastie
- topped with rosemary fried eggs
- Mussels Mariniere
- garlic, onion, white wine, garlic bread
- Club Sandwich
- chicken, bacon, fried egg, lettuce, fries
- Slow Cooked Beef Nachos
- black beans, cheese, sour cream, jalapeño
- Braised Sausages
- potato, onion gravy, served in Yorkshire pudding
- Brined Pork Chop
- East Asian spices, coconut rice, bok choy
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- THE CUBS MENU
- 15.0 each
- All cubs receive a free ice cream and chocolate sauce with every meal
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- Fried Chicken
- fries, chipotle aioli
- Prawn Dumplings
- Zoo dipping sauce
- Bok Choy & Mushroom Dumplings
- Zoo dipping sauce (V)
- Fish & Chips
- tartare sauce
- Cheeseburger
- beef pattie, cheese, fries
- Chicken & Vegetables
- grilled chicken, jus
- Famous #6 Fettuccine
- chicken, bacon, mushroom, onions, cream sauce
- Loaded Fries
- cheese, gravy
- Margarita Mini Pizza
- mozzarella, fresh tomato, basil (V)
- Pepperoni Mini Pizza
- mozzarella, loaded pepperoni
- Hawaiian Mini Pizza
- bacon, pineapple
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- DESSERT
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- Chocolate Brownie
- chocolate mousse, chocolate ice cream, chocolate sauce (GF) 13.5
- Apple Pie Waffle
- toffee apple, caramel,vanilla bean ice cream 13.5
- Smashed Pavlova
- mango & lime, vanilla cream, shortbread 13.5
- Creme Brulee
- (GF) 12.5
- Please click the 'Download Menu' button above to see our beverage menu

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Book a private 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 Zookeeper's Son 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.


Every Friday / The Zookeeper's Son
Round up your week with wings, wings and more wings!
Every Friday you can get our Buffalo Wings for only 99c. Wash em' down with a cold beer for the perfect pair.
Minimum of 5 wings per order


Thurs 25 March, 7pm / The Zookeeper's Son
Gather the group and get cheeky with us on Thursday 25 March as we provide you with free-flowing bubbles (or beer), epic bites on our rooftop bar while putting your pencil to paper and sketching your very own (semi) nude life model.
You don't need to be an artist to master nude life drawing, our model and host will guide you through while keeping you entertained with games and light-hearted fun!
Tickets $47.50 via Eventfinda (includes all materials needed, bottomless bubbles or beer and bites.
R18 Event.


Every Tuesday, 7pm / The Zookeeper's Son
The Zoo's Quiz 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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The Zoo's Quiz is BACK every Tuesday!
Free Entry
1st prize - $100 Zoo's voucher
2nd prize - $50 Zoo's voucher
3rd prize - $30 Zoo's voucher
Book your table below.
Quiz starts at 7pm sharp. You can register your team with our friendly staff when you arrive.


Available All Day / The Zookeeper's Son
What's better than a hearty winter roast on a chilly Sunday?
Our Sunday Roast is back, and for $20 you'll get pieces of mouth-watering meat, paired with crispy potatoes, seasonal vegas and fluffy Yorkshire puddings, topped off with gravy.
Book your spot below.


Every Weekend / The Zookeeper's Son
Get your dancing shoes on for live music at Zoo's every Friday and Saturday night from 9 pm! Check out our monthly line-up below:
FEBRUARY:
13 Feb – Tim Prier Duo
19 Feb – Tim Prier Duo
20 Feb - Tim Prier Duo
26 Feb – Footshooter
27 Feb – Footshooter


/ All Establishments
All Joylab establishments are temporarily closed (including takeaway and delivery services) due to Auckland's Level 3 restrictions.
Please consider any customer bookings or internal events due to take place until Saturday 6 March 2021 to be cancelled - all bookings from Sunday 7 March onward currently remain as intended. We will be in touch with all affected event bookings as soon as possible; we appreciate your patience.
Any Joylab Rewards Dollars or vouchers which expire while we are closed will be extended once we have reopened. We will provide more information as soon as we are able to do so. Not a Joylab Rewards member? Learn more here.
Please continue to check this page for updates over the coming weeks as we too learn more.
Stay safe, Auckland.
Cheers,
Joylab.