Texas-Style BBQ Restaurant in Takapuna, Auckland

Welcome to Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill Takapuna, bringing authentic Texas-style low-and-slow BBQ, smoked meats, premium steaks and cocktails to Auckland's North Shore.

Located at 7/1 The Strand, Takapuna, our smokehouse specialises in mouthwatering smoked Wagyu brisket, tender beef short ribs, pork ribs, pulled pork and expertly prepared steaks.

Our pitmasters smoke meats onsite using traditional offset smokers and carefully selected woods, including oak, pōhutukawa, mānuka and kānuka, creating the distinctive smoky flavours that make Moo Moo a destination for BBQ lovers.

Whether you're visiting from Takapuna, Milford, Devonport, Belmont, Northcote, Birkenhead or surrounding North Shore suburbs, join us for great food, drinks and a relaxed smokehouse dining experience.

Discover Our Low & Slow Smoked BBQ

At Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill Takapuna, we take BBQ seriously. Our pitmasters prepare premium meats using traditional Texas-style low-and-slow smoking techniques, creating tender, juicy meats packed with rich smoky flavour.

Smoked NZ Wagyu Brisket

Experience our premium New Zealand Wagyu brisket, grain-finished for 100 days and slowly smoked for approximately 12 hours. Tender, beautifully marbled and full of flavour.

Smoked Beef Short Ribs

Our beef short ribs are slowly smoked for approximately 12–14 hours, producing rich, tender meat with a distinctive smokehouse flavour.

Texas-Style Pork Ribs

Enjoy juicy, slow-smoked pork ribs finished with our signature sweet and fruity BBQ sauce.

Premium Steaks & Tomahawk

From premium steaks to impressive tomahawk cuts, Moo Moo Takapuna offers more than traditional BBQ.

Cocktails, Beer & Group Dining

Complete your smokehouse experience with a selection of cocktails, beers and other drinks. Whether you're planning a family dinner, a catch-up with friends or a group celebration, Moo Moo offers a welcoming North Shore dining experience.

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Visit Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill Takapuna

Looking for Texas-style BBQ, smoked brisket, beef ribs or premium steaks on Auckland's North Shore? Visit Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill in the heart of Takapuna.

Whether you're joining us for a family dinner, catching up with friends or celebrating a special occasion, enjoy our low-and-slow smoked meats, delicious sides and drinks in a relaxed smokehouse atmosphere.

Our Takapuna Restaurant

Address: 7/1 The Strand, Takapuna, Auckland 0622

Phone: 09 218 8955

Email: takapuna@moomoosmokehouse.co.nz

Opening Hours

Monday – Tuesday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Wednesday – Thursday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm

Friday – Saturday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm

Sunday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm

Please confirm current opening hours before visiting. Hours may vary on public holidays.

Serving Auckland's North Shore

Conveniently located in Takapuna, Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill welcomes BBQ lovers from Milford, Belmont, Devonport, Hauraki, Northcote, Birkenhead, Glenfield, Forrest Hill, Castor Bay and surrounding North Shore communities.

Come and experience our signature smoked Wagyu brisket, slow-cooked ribs, premium steaks and traditional Texas-inspired BBQ.

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Raw beef brisket coated with a BBQ spice rub, ready for low-and-slow smoking at Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill.
Texas-style slow-smoked beef short ribs with rich smoky bark, prepared by the pitmasters at Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill in Auckland.
Slow-cooked lamb shank with rich seasoning and tender meat, prepared at Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill in Auckland.
Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill pitmaster demonstrating the tenderness of a sliced, slow-smoked beef brisket with rich Texas-style BBQ bark.
Juicy slices of Texas-style slow-smoked beef brisket with a rich smoky bark, prepared at Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill in Auckland.
Moo Moo Smokehouse & Grill manager presenting the popular Moo Moo Ultimate BBQ Platter, loaded with smoked meats, fries, onion rings and mac and cheese.