The Earl

A fresh space, ready to be celebrated.

We've reimagined our interior - creating a warmer, more inviting setting designed for those relaxed beers with mates, watching live sport, or those long lunches, date nights, late nights & everything in between.

Alongside it, you'll discover a new name and a new menu to compliment.

Our new menu, ready to be discovered.
We’re bringing fresh flavours to the table with a menu crafted by Chefs Jader & Jaedon—developed over the past few months, it's thoughtful and designed to be enjoyed your way.

Alongside it, you’ll step into a refreshed space under our new name, 'The Earl', Howick's new local.

Welcome to The Earl, Howicks new local.

When we were considering our new name, we wanted a name that linked to the history of Howick.

Howick was named in 1847 by Governor George Grey after Henry George Grey, the 3rd Earl Grey — also known as Viscount Howick.
At the time, Earl Grey was Britain’s Secretary of State for the Colonies and was closely linked to the Fencible settlement scheme that helped establish Howick as one of Auckland’s early colonial villages.
The name Howick itself comes from Howick Hall in Northumberland, England, the Grey family’s ancestral home.
So ‘The Earl’ is our way of tipping the hat to the story behind the place we call home.

Cheers
Cole, Richard & Ian

A new name. A fresh space.

We will be closed from 9pm on Monday 1st June (King’s Birthday), reopening at 12pm on Thursday 4th June. We look forward to welcoming you back to
experience our new name, reimagined interior, and an elevated menu curated by Chefs Jader & Jaedon.

While the space has evolved, our commitment to great hospitality remains unchanged since taking over in February. These updates mark the beginning of
an exciting new chapter—join us as we unveil what’s next. This is just the beginning—but for now, settle in, take it all in, and enjoy what’s new.

Something new is coming to the corner of Picton & Moore St.
For more than two decades, Basalt has been woven into the rhythm of Howick — shared meals, rooftop drinks, milestone moments, and everyday rituals with the people you love most.

Now, after 22 incredible years, we’re evolving.
New name. Fresh identity. Same location. Same heart.
We’ll be taking a short break from 2/6 - 4/6. Stay tuned — we’re excited for what’s next.

Beer, wine or cocktails. Your after work drinks are waiting.

Finish off with something sweet. Our apple & feijoa crumble with fig & honey ice cream won't disappoint.

Ice cold beers & sports on the big screens.
We are your go to for watching the game live & loud!

Looking for a space to host your next gathering?
Our all-weather rooftop bar is the perfect spot for functions up to 100 guests.

Enquire for your next event: [email protected]

Saturday Sips | Try our signature spritz with Bulldog gin, lychee, yuzu & prosecco.

The Basalt team are excited to be showcasing our new menu, developed by our new kitchen team. Head Chef Jader and Sous Chef Jaedon are bringing fresh flavours to your table. What will be your favourite go-to?

Burger & a Bevvie. $30 - every Wednesday.

Choose from our double smashed beef or buffalo fried chicken burgers + a selection of beer, wine and non alcoholic options to wash it down.

This is your reminder to reserve a table for Mothers Day this Sunday.

Open from 12pm, live music downstairs 2pm-5pm and drag bingo on the rooftop from 2pm-4pm.

Reservations: www.basalt.co.nz | 095330081

Pizza & a Pint. $30 - every Monday.

Beer not your thing? A selection of wine & non alcoholic options are available as well.

Happy 60th Shane! What a pleasure to celebrate with you, right here where we all worked together 20 Years ago 🍻

Good food & no fuss. Settle in and try our new menu this weekend.

Hi Howick! We are Cole and Richard, the new owners of your local, Basalt. You may recognise us from Grangers, Marina Cantina and The Franklin - or even right here, around 20 years ago, where we started our careers!

We are super excited for this new venture and will be making some upgrades and improvements as we see fit over time. You may have already noticed the two 98” TVS we’ve installed, our new wine list, cocktails, menu updates and Thursday night sessions on the rooftop.

Follow along and stay updated with the changes, events and what’s happening at your local, don’t be afraid to say hi! 9 times out of 10 we are up for a beer (or a wine) and a yarn!

Thursday night plans: Rooftop Social 🪩
Head on up for $15 Espresso Martinis & Margaritas, plus DJ Sai spinning funky house tunes from 8pm. Your weekend starts here.

Salmon Poké, sushi rice, avo, edamame, cucumber.

Who's up for a long weekend drink? Good news, you can now drop in for a tipple without having to order a meal! 🥂🍻