J LOVE CAFE

124 Vincent Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
+64 210 275 7917
$$$ Cafe
(46 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

J LOVE CAFE sits comfortably in the heartbeat of Auckland Central on Vincent Street, offering a familiar spot where locals start their mornings and take breaks throughout the day. This cafe has the kind of welcoming atmosphere that makes it feel less like a stop-in and more like a part of a daily routine. Regulars often mention the friendly owners who genuinely add to the warm, inviting vibe that defines the space.

Inside, the mood is relaxed and cozy, making it an easy choice for everything from a quick coffee fix to settling in with a book or language study, as some patrons do. The seating arrangement leans into casual comfort rather than anything too polished, which keeps the pace unhurried and genuine. This cafe doesn’t push for the spotlight but draws you in quietly with the hum of friendly chatter and the smell of fresh coffee.

Coffee here stands out as a focal point — it’s consistently fresh and prepared swiftly enough to suit busy mornings but nice enough to linger over. Alongside the coffee, the food items carry a homemade, hearty feel, with cheese scones being a longstanding favorite among visitors who have been coming back for years. The pies also offer a notable alternative to typical quick bites, described as satisfying and a taste above what you’d expect from cabinet food elsewhere.

Locals seem to blend work, study, and meet-ups here, and the atmosphere adapts well to all of these. The early to mid-morning period appears to be especially vibrant as those in the neighborhood grab their coffee and a bite to set up their day. But the cafe’s warmth also invites afternoon visits, whether for a casual lunch or a catch-up.

For anyone new to Auckland or nestled in the city’s core looking for a spot that’s unpretentious but consistently delivers on coffee and comfort food, J LOVE CAFE fits that niche well. It’s a place where the service and quality feel personal rather than corporate — perfect if you’re after a reliable, friendly atmosphere without fuss.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Popular for
Lunch
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Quick bite
Best for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

46 Reviews
Aurélie van Dorst

14 Dec 2025

The owners were very nice, food and coffee are delicious and ready in a blink. Recommended!!

Benjamin Goldsmith

05 Dec 2025

Update: think I’ve been coming here for 2-3 years now. They still have the best cheese scones! Old Review: Been dropping in most mornings for a coffee and the occasional cheese scone or lunch for the last 3 months. Owner is incredibly friendly, food fresh and the coffee is the best out of all the local places. If you live nearby grabbing a coffee here becomes the morning routine.

Marc Jun

04 Dec 2025

Lovely and relaxed atmosphere, Great coffee, Big tasty portion of food. Definitely going there again!!

victoria

09 Nov 2025

This cafe is so cosy and warm. Not only the atmosphere of the cafe is great, the food as well. Everything I tried was great. The pies were the best I've eaten, they were nothing like the other cabinet food and pies I've tasted. Also, the coffee was very fresh. I had a superb time at this cafe with my husband.

rose

10 Oct 2025

My favourite café I’ve been coming here every week for over a year now on one of my days off. I study languages in my free time, and this café’s relaxed atmosphere, great service, and delicious food and coffee keep me coming back. J Love also has the most amazing owner so I recommend the cafe whenever I can!!

Jay Shin

16 Sep 2025

Absolutely loved every bit of this cafe! Amazing food, coffee and most importantly lovely staffs :) there are plenty of tables with greenery plants and a lovely terrace as well. Would definitely recommend this cafe to anyone I know!

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