Coffee General

Your one-stop shop for all things coffee, from beans to brewing equipment.

  • Hours Hāora

    • Monday6 AM – 3 PM
    • Tuesday6 AM – 3 PM
    • Wednesday6 AM – 3 PM
    • Thursday6 AM – 3 PM
    • Friday6 AM – 3 PM
    • Saturday7 AM – 3 PM
    • Sunday7 AM – 3 PM

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  • Words by Jenn Berthier
  • Last updated 18 Jun 2025

Coffee General is a friendly neighbourhood cafe in Auckland's Birkenhead suburb. The cafe is known for its great coffee and its casual, relaxed atmosphere.

The menu features a variety of coffee drinks as well as pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and salads. The coffee is roasted on-site, and the cafe offers a variety of beans to choose from. The food is made with fresh, local ingredients, and the cafe is committed to sustainability. 

Coffee General is a great place to meet up with friends, work on a laptop, or just relax and enjoy a cup of coffee. 

Location Te wāhi
100 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead
Plan your route
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira
Birkenhead is a 15-minute drive to the city centre, and accessible by ferry and bus.
Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe
Make sure to check out Kendall Bay when you're in Birkenhead; it's a hidden gem with lookout points and a secluded beach.