Your Home
for Sport in
Ellerslie
Your Home
for Sport in
Ellerslie
Your Home
for Sport in
Ellerslie
From pre-game pints before Mt Smart events to the biggest matches on the big screens, O’Dowd’s is the place to be for sport. Whether you are gearing up for a test match, settling in for a season of rugby, or catching football with friends, you will always find the perfect pint, hearty food, and an atmosphere that feels like part of the action.
From pre-game pints before Mt Smart events to the biggest matches on the big screens, O’Dowd’s is the place to be for sport. Whether you are gearing up for a test match, settling in for a season of rugby, or catching football with friends, you will always find the perfect pint, hearty food, and an atmosphere that feels like part of the action.
"Great place for some drinks after work and watch the game!!! It can fill up fast so get in quick to get a table!" - Jesse
"Great place for some drinks after work and watch the game!!! It can fill up fast so get in quick to get a table!" - Jesse
What’s On the Big Screens
Bring your mates, grab a pint, and settle in. We’ve got your sport sorted.
racing
Melbourne Cup
04/11/2025, 5:00PM
racing
Melbourne Cup
04/11/2025, 5:00PM
racing
Melbourne Cup
04/11/2025, 5:00PM
football
AFC v Wellington Away
08/11/2025, 07:00PM
football
AFC v Wellington Away
08/11/2025, 07:00PM
football
AFC v Wellington Away
08/11/2025, 07:00PM
ufc
UFC 322: Della Maddalena vs. Makhachev
16/11/2025, 12:00PM
ufc
UFC 322: Della Maddalena vs. Makhachev
16/11/2025, 12:00PM
ufc
UFC 322: Della Maddalena vs. Makhachev
16/11/2025, 12:00PM
football
AFC v Brisbane Home
23/11/2025, 03:00PM
football
AFC v Brisbane Home
23/11/2025, 03:00PM
football
AFC v Brisbane Home
23/11/2025, 03:00PM
motorsport
Vegas Grand prix
23/11/2025, 05:00PM
motorsport
Vegas Grand prix
23/11/2025, 05:00PM
motorsport
Vegas Grand prix
23/11/2025, 05:00PM
racing
Ellerslie raceday
29/11/2025, 12:00PM
racing
Ellerslie raceday
29/11/2025, 12:00PM
racing
Ellerslie raceday
29/11/2025, 12:00PM
football
AFC v newcastle jets home
30/11/2025, 03:00PM
football
AFC v newcastle jets home
30/11/2025, 03:00PM
football
AFC v newcastle jets home
30/11/2025, 03:00PM
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REVIEWS
Don’t Just Take Our Word for It
"Absolutely LOVED this Restaurant / Pub for Lunch - we all had such yummy food and love the VIBES - from chch but when we are back in Auckland we will definitely go back - Thank you"
Astrid
"Vibe was really good , and the staff just lovely and knowledgeable, good selection of drinks and good food. Gravy and chips were a hit."
Ruth
"Had the steak and Guinness pie!!! Amazing best I've ever had !!! And the guinness on tap !! Wow"
Andrew
"We moved to Auckland only a couple months ago, but this pub has already become our go-to spot. Very cozy but lively atmosphere with plenty of TVs to watch matches. Very friendly and efficient service. Food is quite good and filling too. We’ll definitely be back!"
Anne-Marie
"Great place and delicious food. Friendly service too. Our family spent a wonderful time. Thanks for the lovely girl staff. Highly recommend."
Nicole
"Very authentic kiwi version of an Irish bar in NZ. Good service and good beer"
Lee
"A quick stop in for a late Lunch saw us checking out O'Dowd's in Ellerslie! Awesome whanau! Great food, great atmosphere & loving the renovations. The new lighting in the place has really brightened it up. Friendly hospital staff, filling tasty menu options and great to see a diverse range of patrons. Another great opportunity to support local Businesses. Hubby's fav Pie & Pint never disappoints! See you again soon with the teens :-)"
Neta
"Had the best fry up in my life here. Excellent service with a lively and friendly atmosphere cannot recommend this place more highly. Next time I'm in Aukland for work I'll be making a beeline to O'Dowd's for sure"
Chris
"Really decent place and the staff was awesome. Had a reallt helpful and friend irish lady recommend some whiskys. So would go back just for the service. But the food was also really great!"
Jake
"A proper pub with a great atmosphere. Good beer and always good service. Wish I could go there more often!"
Wayne
"Absolutely great place with superb food. We always have the pie md a pint !. And a great selection of beers, including Guiness, patiently poured."
Vinay
"Vibe was really good , and the staff just lovely and knowledgeable, good selection of drinks and good food. Gravy and chips were a hit."
Ruth
"Had the steak and Guinness pie!!! Amazing best I've ever had !!! And the guinness on tap !! Wow"
Andrew
"One of my fav locals. A lot of screens, great beer selection, comfy sitting and great outdoor area. Guinness on tap is a bonus. Great vibe every UFC Sunday as well."
Dusan
"A proper pub with a great atmosphere. Good beer and always good service. Wish I could go there more often!"
Wayne
"Great place and delicious food. Friendly service too. Our family spent a wonderful time. Thanks for the lovely girl staff. Highly recommend."
Nicole
"Very authentic kiwi version of an Irish bar in NZ. Good service and good beer"
Lee
"We moved to Auckland only a couple months ago, but this pub has already become our go-to spot. Very cozy but lively atmosphere with plenty of TVs to watch matches. Very friendly and efficient service. Food is quite good and filling too. We’ll definitely be back!"
Anne-Marie
"Really decent place and the staff was awesome. Had a reallt helpful and friend irish lady recommend some whiskys. So would go back just for the service. But the food was also really great!"
Jake
"Had the best fry up in my life here. Excellent service with a lively and friendly atmosphere cannot recommend this place more highly. Next time I'm in Aukland for work I'll be making a beeline to O'Dowd's for sure"
Chris
"A quick stop in for a late Lunch saw us checking out O'Dowd's in Ellerslie! Awesome whanau! Great food, great atmosphere & loving the renovations. The new lighting in the place has really brightened it up. Friendly hospital staff, filling tasty menu options and great to see a diverse range of patrons. Another great opportunity to support local Businesses. Hubby's fav Pie & Pint never disappoints! See you again soon with the teens :-)"
Neta
"Absolutely LOVED this Restaurant / Pub for Lunch - we all had such yummy food and love the VIBES - from chch but when we are back in Auckland we will definitely go back - Thank you"
Astrid
"Absolutely LOVED this Restaurant / Pub for Lunch - we all had such yummy food and love the VIBES - from chch but when we are back in Auckland we will definitely go back - Thank you"
Astrid
"Vibe was really good , and the staff just lovely and knowledgeable, good selection of drinks and good food. Gravy and chips were a hit."
Ruth
"Had the steak and Guinness pie!!! Amazing best I've ever had !!! And the guinness on tap !! Wow"
Andrew
"We moved to Auckland only a couple months ago, but this pub has already become our go-to spot. Very cozy but lively atmosphere with plenty of TVs to watch matches. Very friendly and efficient service. Food is quite good and filling too. We’ll definitely be back!"
Anne-Marie
"Great place and delicious food. Friendly service too. Our family spent a wonderful time. Thanks for the lovely girl staff. Highly recommend."
Nicole
"Very authentic kiwi version of an Irish bar in NZ. Good service and good beer"
Lee
"A quick stop in for a late Lunch saw us checking out O'Dowd's in Ellerslie! Awesome whanau! Great food, great atmosphere & loving the renovations. The new lighting in the place has really brightened it up. Friendly hospital staff, filling tasty menu options and great to see a diverse range of patrons. Another great opportunity to support local Businesses. Hubby's fav Pie & Pint never disappoints! See you again soon with the teens :-)"
Neta
"Had the best fry up in my life here. Excellent service with a lively and friendly atmosphere cannot recommend this place more highly. Next time I'm in Aukland for work I'll be making a beeline to O'Dowd's for sure"
Chris
"Really decent place and the staff was awesome. Had a reallt helpful and friend irish lady recommend some whiskys. So would go back just for the service. But the food was also really great!"
Jake
"A proper pub with a great atmosphere. Good beer and always good service. Wish I could go there more often!"
Wayne
"Absolutely great place with superb food. We always have the pie md a pint !. And a great selection of beers, including Guiness, patiently poured."
Vinay