The Best Pokie Rooms in Auckland
Last Updated on February 17, 2025
Pokies are some of the most popular casino games in the world. These games are luck-based, easy to play and come with a vast array of different themes. This makes them hugely appealing to NZ players, and they’ve been a gaming staple ever since their introduction to the country in 1991.
There are thousands of these games available online, with many online casinos offering huge welcome offers like 100 free spins on $1 deposit casino sites. But, not everyone wants to play online, especially as most online casinos in NZ are based offshore. With this in mind, Auckland has a plethora of different pokie rooms, as well as the Skycity Casino, for players to enjoy. Let’s take a look.
Gordy’s Bar and Gaming
One of the top gaming lounges in the city, Gordy’s Bar and Gaming is a popular place in Manukau. It offers 20 different pokie machines as well as keno, live sports and TAB facilities. As such, it’s got a lot of different options available to potential gamblers. All of this is also enhanced by the addition of food and drink. The bar is open from 11am to 3am each day so that punters can choose exactly when they want to go. And, it’s got the best happy hour in the area for those looking to hang out with friends whilst enjoying the selection of pokies on offer.
The Fox — A London Pub
Located in the central business district of Auckland, The Fox is a great gaming lounge with numerous different features. It has 18 pokie machines on offer, 12 big screen TVs for watching live sports, a TAB terminal and even a jukebox. Alongside side all of this, patrons can enjoy a variety of pub food (with a definite English twist) as well as different beers and wins. There’s a separate Churchill Bar as part of the pub, and there is a separate entrance and bar for this. Similar to other sites and bars on the list, it’s open every day from 11am to 3am, for plentiful game time.
123 Palm Bar
A little outside of Auckland, the 123 Palm Bar is located in Half Moon Bay. This bar is a popular option for many gamblers. It features 18 pokie machines as well as a pool table for those waiting for a game. It’s also got a dart board and a TAB terminal to keep a range of players entertained. Just like some of the other bars on this list, players can grab a range of snacks here, while also enjoying a variety of spirits, wines and beers. This is one of the most family-friendly bars out there too, which means that it’s a great place to go for socializing, even if you’re not going to play any of the games.
The Shakespeare
A popular gaming lounge in the centre of Auckland, The Shakespeare is one of the most accessible gaming options on the list. However, it’s also got the fewest pokie machines, with only nine on offer. That being said, it’s also got a TAB Terminal, live sports and live music making this one of the more entertaining options outside of simply pokie playing. The Shakespeare also stands out for having its own microbrewery where players can get different beers and ciders. It has more limited opening hours compared to some of the other bars though. Monday to Thursday it’s open 11am to midnight. Fridays and Saturdays The Shakespeare is open longer from 11am to 2am, with Sundays reverting to midday to midnight only.
Many More Options
As mentioned, pokies are very popular in New Zealand. For anyone looking to have some fun, play some games and even socialize, then heading to one of these bars, pubs or lounges is the best way. There are so many more than the ones listed here, so it’s well worth checking the local area to see what other options are around.
Small and cosy, these places tend to offer a more intimate environment when compared to the vast, pokie-filled space that is Auckland’s Skycity casino. Yes, some of these places don’t have so many pokies, but the atmosphere and social aspect of these bars significantly beats this in terms of having fun.
