Cigana

Cigana Born in 1999, Cigana brought the very first take-out espresso bar to the Eastern Bays. Still here, still local, still pouring with love.

As many will know, the economic landscape has tightened and we’ve naturally seen lunch trade ease back, with demand afte...
02/06/2026

As many will know, the economic landscape has tightened and we’ve naturally seen lunch trade ease back, with demand after 1pm now very limited.

Rather than fight the change, we’ve chosen to embrace it.

From 1.15pm onwards, we’re now focusing our energy on growing our dog walking and pet care business throughout the Eastern Bays, allowing us to make the most of the afternoons while continuing to do what we love.

Thank you for your understanding and ongoing support. Sometimes business evolves, and we’re grateful to have the flexibility to evolve with it.

31/05/2026

From the stunning sunrises over Karaka Bay to rolling waves at Bethells Beach, zoomies across wild sand and pats on demand.

As many of our café customers will know, economic headwinds are real across hospitality. We’re adjusting our trading hours and now close at 1pm to focus our energy on the next chapter of the business and our refreshed afternoon pet care bookings at 1.15pm–2.15pm and 3.45pm.

And this is where that extra time goes.

We’re incredibly humbled by the trust owners place in us each week, allowing us to spend time with their dogs and bring out the energy, enrichment and fun for this wonderful crew.

From urban farm adventures and lead walks to structured neighbourhood strolls, off-lead parks and beach explorations, every outing is tailored to the dogs in our care.

The goal remains simple: tired dogs, happy owners and plenty of memories along the way.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support both and as we build something a little different in the Eastern Bays.

Thanks,

Tim, Ruby & Sophia

A few conversations. A few observations. A few opportunities.As Pet Co continues to grow, and with shifts in the wider ...
24/05/2026

A few conversations. A few observations. A few opportunities.

As Pet Co continues to grow, and with shifts in the wider economy, we’re taking a closer look at how we can best serve both our four legged friends and our lunchtime café crowd a little better.

Some positive changes are brewing behind the scenes for &

More soon. 🐾☕

While most are just waking up, these locals are already boosting the kms 🐾☀️Always time for that enthusiastic Tim can ya...
07/05/2026

While most are just waking up, these locals are already boosting the kms 🐾☀️

Always time for that enthusiastic Tim can ya get a “photo!” yell across the road 📸

Local fitness goals for the win 💪

Open 8am - Midday Monday for the stat….Tomorrow becomes a Monday Stat to reflect Anzac Day so we’re opening shorter hour...
25/04/2026

Open 8am - Midday Monday for the stat….

Tomorrow becomes a Monday Stat to reflect Anzac Day so we’re opening shorter hours to caffinate your morning needs

Easter is always a slightly different rhythm for our little corner, with many of our community heading away for a well-e...
30/03/2026

Easter is always a slightly different rhythm for our little corner, with many of our community heading away for a well-earned break.

So we’ve made the call to pause and take a breather too — we’ll be closed from Good Friday through to Easter Monday, and back open from 6.30am Tuesday.

With the mix of public holidays and our usual Sunday closure, Saturday becomes a quieter one, so it feels like the right moment for our team to recharge.

Wishing everyone a relaxing and enjoyable long weekend.

– Team Cigana ☕

Big respect to everyone getting after it today 💪Rain, wind, whatever was thrown your way — no excuses, just effort.Aweso...
26/03/2026

Big respect to everyone getting after it today 💪
Rain, wind, whatever was thrown your way — no excuses, just effort.

Awesome to see the crew from the Glendowie Harriers Club showing up and putting in the work in all conditions.

That’s what consistency looks like 👊

Little autumn refresh out on the deck 🍁Gave it a tidy with a proper leaf clean up and fresh new cushions making that alf...
24/03/2026

Little autumn refresh out on the deck 🍁

Gave it a tidy with a proper leaf clean up and fresh new cushions making that alfresco coffee even more of a vibe.

Inside, we cleared out a few bits from eras gone by…

Thanks to a few of the crew exposing the birthday yesterday it became a tidal wave over the windows with super lovely wo...
21/03/2026

Thanks to a few of the crew exposing the birthday yesterday it became a tidal wave over the windows with super lovely words.
Thanks Tim

Autumn shelf reshuffle this week… moving a few things around while the timing was right 🍂Which of course sparked the cla...
14/03/2026

Autumn shelf reshuffle this week… moving a few things around while the timing was right 🍂

Which of course sparked the classic questions:“Are you closing down?”“Are you selling?”“Is something happening?”

After nearly 27 years… it’s simply business as usual.

We’ll keep turning up, keep smiling, keep brewing ☕️Just now with a cleaner, clearer space.

We’re closed this Friday for Waitangi but back open Saturday as normal.Stats are always a hard call over the long weeken...
04/02/2026

We’re closed this Friday for Waitangi but back open Saturday as normal.

Stats are always a hard call over the long weekend as Akl thins out so much

We’re starting our February hours a week early!Tomorrow: 7 AM–12 PM for Auckland Anniversary.Regular hours return Tuesda...
25/01/2026

We’re starting our February hours a week early!
Tomorrow: 7 AM–12 PM for Auckland Anniversary.
Regular hours return Tuesday as we gear up for the school term.

We’re open tomorrow for the morning brew trading until midday or once sold out.
25/01/2026

We’re open tomorrow for the morning brew trading until midday or once sold out.

Eastern Bays wagging spaces just levelled up 🐶🔥The Cigana Pet Co crew just got stronger.We’ve welcomed another experienc...
24/01/2026

Eastern Bays wagging spaces just levelled up 🐶🔥

The Cigana Pet Co crew just got stronger.
We’ve welcomed another experienced, values aligned dog walker into the team 🙌

That means more availability across the Eastern Bays —
without compromising on the bespoke care, consistency and love your dogs know us for 🐾

Same standards. Same heart.
Just more tails hitting the pavement.

Spots are limited —
📩 DM us to join the pack

Soft launch, early open and so good to connect again.Feeling seriously humbled by the support as we brought the bakery, ...
15/01/2026

Soft launch, early open and so good to connect again.

Feeling seriously humbled by the support as we brought the bakery, roastery & café back to life.

So good reconnecting post break and being part of everyone’s return to work rhythm ☕️✨

Breaking news !!!! As people return back to work we’re moving our hours longer from tomorrow morning 🌅 Thanks for the su...
12/01/2026

Breaking news !!!!

As people return back to work we’re moving our hours longer from tomorrow morning 🌅

Thanks for the support as we start to gear up again and our range gradually increases week by week.

See those who need that early brew from 6.30 again.

Nothing beats reconnecting with our community and hearing everyone’s summer journeys.Grateful for the continued support,...
06/01/2026

Nothing beats reconnecting with our community and hearing everyone’s summer journeys.
Grateful for the continued support, energy and connection.
Back Thursday & Friday, 7am – midday 🕛

06/01/2026

7am tomorrow — it’s game on. ☕️

Prep day rituals 🤍
Supplies in, first coffee dropped, summer juiced chilling, Doughs rolled, shelf-stable bakes sorted and the café finding its rhythm again.

Music will be pumping and the coffee flowing 7am sharp.

As temporary as the “7th” might look, it simply overlays our original 19 Jan return.We’re back tomorrow with a small, si...
05/01/2026

As temporary as the “7th” might look, it simply overlays our original 19 Jan return.

We’re back tomorrow with a small, simple start — roasted coffee just cooling, milk delivered, doughs sorted, then afternoon prep in the kitchen.

If you’re needing a lift, we’re here.

Soft launch: Wed – Fri | 7am – midday ☕️ (closed this Saturday for a family event)

M - S next week 7am - Midday then from 19th business as usual.

You asked. we listened. 🤍Thanks to those who reached out & asking how they could get their hands on our beans over the h...
04/01/2026

You asked. we listened. 🤍

Thanks to those who reached out & asking how they could get their hands on our beans over the holidays — we figured… let’s cut the break short and get the caffeine flowing ☕️

Less than 48 hours to go.
Open this coming Wednesday – Friday | 7am–midday as we ease back in and get our bake on.

Next week we start returning to (semi normal) with the cafe open M - S {7am - midday) then from 19th it’s business as usual.


Can’t wait to see you ❤️

Opening early for our locals 👋Soft launch vibes — small bakes, one-man band.Wed–Fri | 7am–middayFrom the following week,...
02/01/2026

Opening early for our locals 👋
Soft launch vibes — small bakes, one-man band.
Wed–Fri | 7am–midday

From the following week, we’re back Monday–Saturday as we ease into normal hours ☕️

Address

5 Maskell Street/St Heliers
Auckland
1071

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 2pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 2pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 2pm
Thursday 6:30am - 2pm
Friday 6:30am - 2pm
Saturday 7am - 12:30pm

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