Overview
Our 100+ year old heritage site with exposed brickwork, fairy lights and a fire place creates a cozy, unique atmosphere in Auckland CBD. Pair your event with our 350+ board games (worn classics and monthly new arrivals), full menu from classic burgers to fusion tacos (we cater to a wide range of dietary requirements), and bar featuring boardgame themed cocktails, craft beers, and wine. The venue seats 85 inside with plenty of street parking and great public transport connections nearby.
Event Types
We offer full venue hire, recommended for groups of 30 to 50 + depending on minimum spends, or partial venue bookings where the remainder of the restaurant stays open to the public.
Birthdays
Celebrate your birthday with friends and family at Dice & Fork. Enjoy over 350 board games for interactive fun and lasting memories in our heritage venue, complemented by delicious platters, themed cocktails, craft beers, and customisable menus. Want to bring your own cake? No problem and no fee!
Corporate Events
Boost team spirit and foster bonding with engaging board game activities in our unique brickwork-lined space. Enjoy corporate platters, set menus, craft beers, themed cocktails, and flexible setups with a projector screen and sound system ideal for relaxed team-building and collaborative fun.
Christmas Functions
Host your end-of-year Christmas function with festive flair at Dice & Fork. Bring colleagues, friends, or family together with board game sessions, quizzes, or team activities that build bonding and holiday cheer. Enjoy customisable catering packages with shared platters, seasonal menus, themed cocktails, and craft beers: perfect for stress-free celebrations.
Stags / Hens
Kick off your hen or stag do with a fun twist at Dice & Fork: gather your group for board game challenges, themed cocktails, the Spicy Roulette Challenge (one of six tenders is super spicy), or Roll Your Fate Shots by rolling a 20-sided die for a mystery shot.
Kids Parties
Make your child's birthday or special occasion unforgettable at Dice & Fork: delight them family board games, alongside a full kids' menu, snacks, and platters catering to dietary needs. Our venue offers flexible setups and outdoor areas, plus access to Victoria Park. Ideal for family gatherings where parents relax while kids stay entertained.
Any Occassion
Host any special occasion at Dice & Fork, from anniversaries to reunions: our versatile heritage venue offers over 350 board games for engaging entertainment, customisable menus and platters, themed cocktails, craft beers, and flexible setups for up to 85 guests, all in Auckland CBD with easy access and staff support to create tailored, memorable experiences.
Venue
Nestled in Auckland's historic Victoria Park Market, the exquisite brickwork and timeless charm creates a beautiful backdrop for memorable private functions.
Capacity
Our venue comfortably seats up to 85 guests indoors, with additional weather-dependent outdoor seating to extend your event in a relaxed, heritage setting.
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Amenities
Benefit from full bar & kitchen service, 350+ board games and audio-visual (projector and microphone) equipment for quizzes or presentations, and high-speed Wi-Fi.
Hire Options
Choose between full venue hire with no upfront fee, just meeting minimum spends based on time and day, or partial hire with no minimum spend but the remaining tables are still open to the public.
Location
Located in Auckland CBD's Victoria Park Market, we offer ample street parking nearby, excellent public transport connections, and proximity to Victoria Park for outdoor breaks or strolls.
Layouts
Table arrangements can be tailored to fit your specific event requirements, ensuring the perfect setup for games, dining, or activities.
Event Coordination
Our experienced team provides pre-planning support for menus, games, and layouts, along with on-the-day facilitation to ensure your private function runs smoothly and stress-free.
Set Menu Suggestions
Your event is fully customizable but here are some popular options to get you started. If you prefer pay-as-you-go or à la carte ordering, that's absolutely an option too. Get in touch with our team, and we'll start planning together.
Taco Package ($37 pp)
Enjoy shareable platters loaded with appetisers, followed by our popular tortilla tacos in four flavors. Serve this package buffet-style or distributed among tables, with easy adjustments for dietary needs like vegan or gluten-free to suit your group.
Standard Package ($43 pp)
Enjoy shareable platters and bowls of our famous skinny fries followed by your choice of mains from our full menu such as burgers or teriyaki bowls, including options for dietary adjustments like vegan or gluten-free.
Premium Package ($56 pp)
Indulge in the Premium Package featuring shareable platters, mains, and a sweet finish with desserts like brownies or seasonal treats, perfect for groups seeking a complete dining experience
Platter Package ($18 pp)
Features a selection of shareable platters loaded with appetisers like jalapeño bites, chicken tenders, and garlic flatbread, as well as bowls of our famous skinny fries. This package is ideal for afternoon gatherings or late-night snacking with easy custom tweaks for dietary needs.
Kids Classic ($25 pp)
Keep young guests happy with either kids mains or platters followed by ice cream & brownies for dessert. Adaptable for allergies or preferences.
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Drinks Tab
Opt for a flexible drinks tab to let guests choose freely from our full bar, including board game-themed cocktails, craft beers, wines, teas, coffees, and non-alcoholic options. Set a minimum spend or total limit to suit your budget, with our team handling the flow seamlessly for any group size.
Drink Tokens
Ensure everyone gets a fair share with drinks tokens per person, where you decide the number (e.g., 2-4 tokens each) redeemable for beverages like themed cocktails or craft beers.
Celebratory Toast ($13 pp)
Would you like to do a toast? The team will prepare and distribute glasses of sparkling wine at a designated time or when requested to facilitate a celebratory toast. Audio-visual equipment available if required. Non-alcoholic options also available.
Minimum Spends
Enjoy no hire fee with a minimum spend based on the day and time slot for the entire venue. Private functions feature these varying minimum spends to provide budget flexibility. Partial restaurant bookings (restaurant still open to the public) come with no minimum spend. Making a booking is straightforward. Reach out to us to check availability and secure your date via deposit.
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*Please note we are normally closed on Monday, but we can make exceptions on a case by case basis.
Day | Time Slot | Minimum Spend |
|---|---|---|
Tuesday - Friday | Lunch (12 - 3pm) | $1,000 |
Tuesday - Friday | Late Afternoon (3 - 6pm) | $1,000 |
Tuesday - Thursday | Evening (5pm - close) | $2,500 |
Friday | Evening (5pm - close) | $4,200 |
Saturday | Lunch (12 - 3pm) | $2,000 |
Saturday | Late Afternoon (3 - 6pm) | $2,000 |
Saturday | Evening (5pm - close) | $4,200 |
Sunday | Lunch (12 - 3pm) | $1,900 |
Sunday | Late Afternoon (3 - 6pm) | $1,500 |
Sunday | Evening (5pm - close) | $1,500 |
Enhance Your Event
In the classic Dice & Fork experience, you arrive and order drinks from our full bar, then settle in to play games. Shareable platters of appetisers are spread around for grazing as you keep gaming, before mains arrive to keep things going. With over 350 games, there's plenty to keep everyone busy for hours: it's casual, social, and perfect for memorable nights out. But if you're looking for something more we have some suggestions below:
Partial Games Tournaments
Join in casual rounds of popular games like Catan, Codenames, or Splendor with our partial tournament format: guests rotate in during their turn while enjoying the rest of the event, perfect for team-building or celebrations, with staff setup and facilitation included.
Quiz
Host a tailored quiz night using our audio-visual setup: choose trivia from our monthly quizzes or provide your own questions for a fun, interactive twist, ideal for corporate events or parties, complete with scoring and prizes.
Custom Cocktail
Work with one of our bartenders to create a cocktail specific to your event, incorporating flavours, names, or themes that tie into your occasion like a birthday twist or corporate branding, available during the event or as a signature welcome drink.
Testimonials
Arranged a group event with about 30 ladies. The manager is so passionate about the fantastic games concept, spent time with our group detailing options of games to play. Tons of quality games, Great cocktails, and snack menu. Hugely successful night. Amazing fun 😃
Kim
I'd give a 10 star if I could! Very friendly and welcoming staffs. My friends and I always hang out here and we've celebrated a couple of my friends' birthday here. They help with taking out the surprise cake. The food is very tasty and worth it. Very comfortable environment for new and experienced gamers! Really appreciate it!
Kid
Meals were excellent and a good place to involve your entire group.Fantastic place to enjoy a meal and have fun
Jathendra