The Prospect of Howick is the place to be seen in Howick Village, an icon that is very well known locally and has had generations through its doors. It has recently been redesigned into the vibrant and welcoming Good Home Howick, creating a relaxed homely atmosphere where diners can enjoy a long leisurely lunch or evening meal in a number of dining areas throughout the Restaurant and Bar areas. We have the classic “Den Area”, the “Library” for those wanting a quiet nook to get together or the “Private Dining Room” for up to six diners which is a very popular table for families. There is a seamless flow out to the sun-drenched leafy courtyard which is ideal for after-work socialising and to take in the village atmosphere that Howick offers. The cuisine is modern New Zealand with some dishes offering the classics and of course good old home cooked meals, with regular changes to the menu with seasonal produce. Your airbnb host and current Proprietor Barry O’Shaughnessy has had a long association with The Prospect.

Howick Village offers a refreshing change from malls and large format shopping. You’ll discover over 100 specialty owner-operator stores, offering personalised friendly service, in a warm village atmosphere.

The ardent shopper will be delighted with the mix of stores, finding fashion, home decor, art & crafts, jewellery, toys, florists, books and much more. There’s something for everyone, all within an easy stroll from handy free parking or regular transport.In and around Howick visitors discover why so many people have made the area their home. It’s a great place to live and a great place to visit.

From the quaint village shopping area to the tranquil eastern beaches, you’ll find peaceful and rich surroundings that encompass real charm of New Zealand life. Howick Village Markets - Every Saturday 8.00am – 12.30pm
There is no better start to a weekend than to meander among the quality stalls laid out like a traditional bazaar in and around the Information Centre at 91 Picton Street.

The air is full of the most tempting food aromas, there’s always a free tasting of one thing or another, and the friendly and affable stallholders have a gentle banter that suits the pace of a leisurely Saturday morning.

The food stalls represent a wide variety of cuisines while the woodcrafts, jewellery, garden adornments, roses, lavender soaps and creams, woollens and other hand-crafted products are all of the highest quality.

The fresh produce is consistently the best you’ll find in an Auckland market. The fruit and vegetables have that ‘picked this morning’ freshness – many are just that! There’s always a strong seasonal theme to the produce.

Apart from the fresh harvests of vegetables, crisp salads and flavoursome tomatoes, there are fruits in season. And you haven’t tasted fresh or smoked fish until you’ve tasted Howick market seafood. Meanwhile, the cheeses, fudge, cakes, sweet and savoury pastries, cured meats and other deli products make the perfect picnic or laid-back weekend food.