Goblin
Ponsonby, Auckland
Bar in Auckland, New Zealand
Book with PearlWhy go
Book Goblin for a casual Ponsonby night where mood matters more than a named cocktail list. The value is in the neo-medieval room, high-fidelity sound, tap cocktails, and late-night energy; skip it if the brief is quiet conversation, a food-led plan, or formal cocktail ceremony.
About Goblin
Is Goblin worth going to in Auckland? It may be, if you are looking for a casual Auckland venue with late operating hours on its open nights and a listed price of $25 per person. The details are practical rather than descriptive: Goblin is in Auckland, has a casual dress code, and opens Wednesday through Saturday only.
It is best treated as an Auckland option for an evening or late-night plan rather than a lunch stop.
Plan around the confirmed hours
Goblin is closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday. It opens Wednesday from 4 PM to 12 AM, and Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4 PM to 3 AM. Those hours make Thursday through Saturday the latest confirmed nights to visit.
No lunch hours, so do not plan on Goblin for lunch. If you are building a broader Auckland itinerary, use the opening days and closing times as the anchor, then choose other dining in Auckland generically around it.
What to know before you go
The confirmed price is $25 per person, and the dress code is casual.
For a broader Auckland plan, use our full Auckland restaurants guide before or after Goblin, then keep our full Auckland bars guide open if the group wants to continue elsewhere.
For trip planning beyond the venue itself, Auckland coverage is useful in layers: our full Auckland hotels guide for where to stay, our full Auckland wineries guide for wine-focused days, and our full Auckland experiences guide for non-bar planning.
Who should go, and who should skip it
Go if you want a casual Auckland venue with evening hours and late closing times from Thursday to Saturday. Skip it if you need a lunch option, a confirmed cuisine or menu, or detailed information about a specific drinks program before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- 134 Ponsonby Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1011, New Zealand
- Website
- goblin.co.nz
Venue details
Ambiance
Dim, immersive lighting and an old‑world, neo‑medieval design create a nostalgic, slightly surreal atmosphere, with high‑fidelity sound, a dedicated dance space, and comfortable, multi‑dimensional rooms that feel like a hidden upstairs tavern retreat.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- High‑fidelity, Dj‑led Nightlife Programming Focused on Immersive Dance‑floor Listening Rather Than Background Music.
- Live Music
- Yes
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 134 Ponsonby Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1011, New Zealand
Planning details
Location
134 Ponsonby Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1011, New Zealand · Directions
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Goblin?
Plan for Wednesday through Saturday, when Goblin is open. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday are the latest confirmed nights, with hours running from 4 PM to 3 AM. Wednesday runs from 4 PM to 12 AM.
Is Goblin open late?
Yes, it stays open late on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with hours running until 3 AM. Wednesday closes at midnight, and Goblin is closed Sunday through Tuesday.
What is Goblin known for?
The details for Goblin are its Auckland location, $25 per person price, casual dress code, and Wednesday-to-Saturday operating schedule. No specific menu, cuisine, drinks program, awards, or service format is here.
