Kind of in the middle of nowhere, but it's on the way from Motueka to Hokitika. It wasn't really…read morewhere we wanted to go, there were a bunch of places that were closed (as lots of stuff seemed to be in the middle of the day, I don't think it was a holiday...) so this was...I think our third option. And...totally not disappointed. Another case of the reviews from TripAdvisor and other sources not really selling this the way they should, so I'm going to give them the benefit of the doubt on the rating. It's a pretty basic lunch menu - sandwiches, some soups, and I went with chili. Honestly, this is a pretty decent chili, and I feel qualified to assess given that I'm an ugly American. It came with cross cut french fry wedge thingies, and they were perfect for dipping in the chili. Plus a big scoop of sour cream and a little sweet chili sauce, like you might get for fried spring rolls at a Thai restaurant. That's...not what I would think to put on something like this, and it added a little more sweetness than I would have wanted, but...it was pretty good all the same. Something different. Definitely a worthwhile stop while you're on your way down the west coast.

This place had a pleasant outdoor seating area, fairly prompt and friendly service, and good…read morecoffee, but the food was disappointing. We got the paninis (one chicken and apricot and one bacon and egg) and found them a bit bland and dry (some lettuce and tomato would have been nice). A decent pit stop on the drive from Greymouth to Abel Tasman.

I wish I could give this Cafe 5 stars but the service experience we had was a 0, if Yelp will give…read moreit to me at that. What we experienced was racism against Asians. We sat down and asked for water, to which our waitress commented that we can pour the water ourselves, pointing to a container and some glasses on a table next to us. Meanwhile the table who sat in front of us and every single table who sat after us (4 tables in total) were served cold bottles of water and glasses. Nobody else had to fetch their own. And when I spoke to the waitress at the end of our meal she apologized, but gave some excuses: -the self serving containers were meant for everyone -that the table who sat before us got water because they made a reservation -the tables who sat after us (literally 5 minutes after us) received water because "it started to get hot" She told me not to take it personal. I do not accept your apology because this was not a mistake you made, its intentional. You targeted us because we are Asian. I thought back on it and maybe it was because of our age - but it's not because the couple who came right after us was definitely younger. Shame on you and Bay House Cafe. Hopefully this review will make you all more self-conscious of how you should treat each customer fairly - not just ones with reservations and not ones who come after 11:12 when it's "hot".

What a spot! The location is fantastic, with stunning views from both outside and inside the…read morerestaurant. Can imagine it would be a fantastic spot for lunch on the deck on a warm sunny day! The service was friendly and great, and we both enjoyed the food - a nice selection of seafood and meat as well. Definitely recommend!

Stopped in for lunch. We had the seafood chowder, club sandwiches with fries and coffees…read more The staff were attentive and the service was fast and friendly. Coffees were great and arrived quickly. The food was fantastic and good value. If anything, portions were larger than we expected! The surroundings were pleasant (even on a miserable day!) with artwork and jewellery for sale too. This would be a great spot for a sunny day with ample outdoor seating. Recommended for brunch, lunch or coffee!

Very good latte and carrot cake you can enjoy in a beautifully arranged garden or inside the house…read more The staff is very nice and definitely serve the best coffee and dessert in town

They could easily be 5 star in my book if they offered more whole grains. Everything was top…read morenotch, except the white muffins and bread. Note: they close for winter break. Check before going!

Absolutely delicious food, local lamb dishes, vegetables sourced from their garden, healthy…read moresmoothies with fruits, chia and yoghurt, this place is not to be missed. We stopped here for lunch and had the quinoa grain bowl with NZ feta and crispy leafy greens and the shredded lamb tortilla. Yum. The service is fast and friendly, and there is abundant outside seating in their garden. Enjoy!

Go where the locals go is my motto, so when the woman at the train station suggested Freddy's to me…read morefor lunch, off I went. Go past the other, better known cafe in town and head just past it, up the old oak stair case to where Freddy's is located. You'll be greeted warmly at the top of the stairs and told to sit anywhere. They are used to those trying to grab food before catching the train so if you are in a hurry- they have already prepared items in the case on the counter, or they will suggest what on their regular menu can be gotten quickly. I had plenty of time but ordered one of the "fast dishes" and a cup of tea. In my instance, it was a bowl of seafood chowder and a slice of garlic bread. Quite tasty, warm and fresh, perfect to tide me over until dinner time. Other items on the menu include sandwiches, freshly prepared coffees and pastries, specials and soups of the day and more. It was a great suggestion to eat here and the prices are reasonable too. And the ambiance, while no frills, offers plenty of space to enjoy your food. You may want to grab a table at the windows and people watch as I did . . .very interesting the people who come through this little town! So the next time you are in Greymouth and looking for a great place to grab a bite, be sure to look up. Freddy's will be there waiting for you!

A popular upscaled local cafe in Greymouth. Overlooks Mackay street and near the train station…read more The place- spacious, clean. Good ambience. Has a mixture of two and four sweaters as well as a couch for you too relax. The food- has an extensive menu. The good I got was pretty average. Ordered the open Chicken and bacon sammy special. The bread was tough. The chicken was actually tender but not too much flavor. The whole sandwich was a saturated by the time it got to me. Nothing remarkable about the chips. The drinks- standard stuff. Have to say their flatwhite was very well made. Could do with some healthier shakes or fresh juice on the menu. The service- generally friendly, but seem overwhelm at times. Really wanting to give them a higher score, but they are the food does not quite match up with the food. No free internet, but a handy place to catch up with people if you don't want to go to the chain store coffee shop downstairs.

Very touristy-trap feel and the pricing reflects that. It was a nice space and the covered patio…read morelooked nice. I only came in for a coffee to-go which took a surprisingly long time. I ordered a flat white and they gave me a buzzer for when it was ready to pick up. I don't know that they were particularly busy, but almost 10mins for a coffee was a bit ridiculous. Also, to pay what I paid for the tiniest coffee I think I have ever seen, I would have gotten the large and paid the difference. Seriously, it was the smallest flat white I have gotten on my trip through out NZ thus far and it was a bit weak for my taste and comparatively to other flat whites I have had. The staff were not particularly friendly either...the guy that took my order seemed like everyone was bothering him with their presence. Maybe I came at an off-time or something, but not impressed in the slightest.

All websites and flyers say open Monday through Friday, 8 AM. Showed up at 8:30am on Monday and it…read morewas closed.

Even my sweetest of sweet teeth had had enough of the sugary pancake breakfasts I'd been eating…read morethroughout our trip, so I homed in on the "pan con tomate" at the Morri Street Cafe for a savory breakfast refresher and quickly fell in love. This is your dish if you aren't an egg person but still want something savory and complex, but there are plenty of other great options too. The Morri Street Cafe was spacious, low-key, and perfect for either a quick grab-and-go or a more leisurely morning wake up.

On our drive back to Christchurch we stopped here after many recommendations from travel books…read more Morrison Street Cafe is a low-key, simply decorated cafe that caters more to the stomach than the eyes. Touted as more of a locals spot, there is a community board on the wall and the artwork on the wall is often for sale. When there is a gap in available artwork and the walls are bare, the space can get particularly loud, especially with young children and groups of people dining. The service is still pretty efficient despite the crowds. We had a trim flat white, an Americano, the eggs Benedict with local bacon and the salted caramel & strawberry pancakes. The eggs benedict was spot on perfection with an incredible light but well-prepared hollandaise to top. The eggs were cooked just right and the bacon had a slight crisp to the edges. The eggs Benedict came heaped with spinach and chives which added a great flavor and added touch of healthiness on top of the soft bagel the Benedict was served on. Needless to say, the plate was licked clean. The pancakes were made with a wholemeal batter and were extremely fluffy. The pancakes were topped with fresh strawberries and a rhubarb compote that was bright, tart and totally complemented the salted caramel sauce that was served in lieu of syrup. If you've never had pancakes with caramel sauce, you must try it here. I had my dish served with yoghurt but cream is also an option. The prices are reasonable and the service is quick and friendly. If you're stopping in Nelson, you absolutely must find your way over to Morrison Street Cafe.

This cute retro cafe in Greymouth is definitely one of the more interesting cafes in Greymouth…read moreitself. We had a quick breakfast here so it was still relatively empty but we enjoyed the bagel and savoury muffin very much. Decor is retro, with old diner chairs and some artwork for sale. It could really be a nice hangout place with friends as they had some cool lounge corner too.

Great hidden gem in Greymouth. It's off the aim street so…read moreyou sort of have to know its there. Decor - retro with lots of art work for sale. Service - good. Friendly. Prompt. Coffee- used C4 coffee. The girls here make great coffee. Smooth tasting. Food- a good selection of all day breakfast as well as some more significant bites. I highly recommend their burgers. Very well made, the meat patty was very juicy and tender. Good seasoning. The chips are ok, not too spectacular. Technology- unlimited wireless internet for a dollar. Definitely come back here again.