Menu note · Kingsland
Pancakes or French toast? A sweet brunch choice in Kingsland
For a slow café catch-up, choosing the sweet side of the menu can be the hardest part. Here is a simple way to decide between two fruit-forward brunch plates.
A sweet brunch is not just for special occasions. It can be the thing that turns a familiar café visit into a proper pause: a warm plate in the middle of the table, a coffee close by, and enough time to catch up. At Little Q, the pancake and coconut French toast each bring that feeling in their own way.
Choose pancakes when you want a classic sweet plate
The pancake on the current Little Q menu comes with lemon curd, seasonal mixed fruit, blueberry compote, mascarpone cream and maple syrup. It is a good fit when you are after the familiar appeal of pancakes, with fruit and a balance of tangy and creamy elements around them.
It is also an easy choice for someone who likes a plate with a little of everything. A forkful can be as simple as pancake and maple syrup, or built up with fruit, compote and mascarpone cream.
Choose coconut French toast for a richer, fruit-led brunch
Little Q’s coconut French toast starts with brioche and is listed with fruit purée, blueberry compote, mascarpone cream, poached pear, seasonal mixed fruit and grilled banana. The brioche gives it a soft, indulgent base, while the fruit components keep the plate bright and varied.
If you are choosing based on texture, this is the plate for a mix of soft brioche, juicy fruit and creamy mascarpone. The menu also offers the option to add streaky bacon for people who enjoy a savoury note alongside something sweet.
How to decide at the table
Start with the kind of brunch you want. Pancakes suit a straightforward, classic sweet craving; coconut French toast suits a brunch where you want to linger over brioche and fruit. If your group likes sharing, ordering one sweet plate alongside a savoury choice can bring more variety to the table.
There is no need to overthink it, of course. The best pick is often the one that sounds most satisfying with your drink and your plans for the rest of the day.
Make it a Kingsland café stop
Little Q is on New North Road in Kingsland, Auckland—an easy place to meet for an unhurried meal or add a sweet note to a weekend catch-up. The menu has savoury brunches, salads, burgers and drinks too, so everyone can find a plate that suits them.
Check the menu before you visit
Menu availability and pricing can change. Please check the current Little Q menu for the latest details, and tell the team about allergies or dietary requirements when ordering.
Ready to plan the route? Get directions to Little Q, or browse the Little Q Journal for more Kingsland food notes.