Ordered a build your own sandwich and an iced chocolate. The iced chocolate came with a scoop of…read moreice cream in it. The build your own sandwich was larger than expected and had melted butter on top. Was with a group of three on a weekend around brunch time, and was able to find a table, however, some other groups had to wait.

This was a great place to eat breakfast. We popped in before our day out on the Otago Peninsula and…read morewere delighted to find something for everyone. The eggs Benedict with salmon was excellent as were the scrambled eggs, porridge with berries, and the chocolate pancakes. The presentation was perfect. Service was good too, the friendly staff ensured we were welcomed.

Love this place. Staff are super friendly, food & coffee are great, and the ocean is only 30…read moreseconds away. It's a go to spot for me every time I'm home

if you are hungry do not come here. The waiters are indifferent and the food takes forever.. The…read moreonly positive is the atmosphere, which you get to enjoy for a very long time because the food takes a good solid 90 minutes. We are staying at the resort which is the only came back here. We had the same type of service last night, but it wasn't quite as slow as today. go somewhere else!!

This restaurant was a recommendation by a hotel clerk. The service was indifferent but based on…read morefood quality it was an excellent recommendation. BTW, the menu features breakfast all day plus a few different specials. I enjoyed the beef brisket on a brioche bun with chips. The sandwich was full of beef, tasty, and importantly served hot. I would go back to try other items should I be back in the area.

Everything was SO GOOD, my family loved our meal here. Theres a great variety to the menu, so we…read morefelt like there was something for everyone. The food is fresh and delicious, quick and the atmosphere is light and pretty. I would totally recommend and can't wait to go back.

My friends and I were staying at the Park Regis for the night to break up our drive to ChCh; the…read morelobby receptionist recommended this next-door cafe as the best place to grab lunch, so we took her advice. This cute two-story cafe has a lot to offer not just for the tummy but for the eyes and body, too. The lower level seating offers cozy leather chairs for lounging in an intimate setting, the counter level has tall top tables for a quick coffee break and the second story loft is a brighter, casual dining experience. Though the cafe counter is small, they have a lot to offer. They have an extensive breakfast menu (served all day on weekends and until 2pm on weekdays) that ranges from muesli and banana loaves to eggs benedict and crepes. Missed the breakfast menu? Never fear, lunch is just as appetizing. They have a whole range of options for the pickiest of people including vegetarian options (like the risotto or the fritters). I had the Toasted Ciabatta Sandwich which allows you to choose 3/6 options: sundried tomato, chorizo, ham off the bone, swiss cheese, sheep cheese and caramalized onions. I tried the sundried tomato, ham off the bone and swiss cheese which was delicious! There are also soups and salads for the smaller appetites. Thirsty for more than coffee? Try one of their selections of wines or beers. Under 21? Try their cold sodas; I prefer the ginger beer.

A sweet little spot to grab brunch. Serving up one of my favourite international beans, Coffee…read moreSupreme! The menu here is small but well thought out. For the gluten free people there's a lot on offer and generally at no extra cost which was nice to see. Small cabinet of freshly baked goods on offer. Friendly staff and efficient service.

Went here for lunch and ordered the matcha with almond milk and the lunch option with falafel…read morebites. The matcha had a good flavor that was stronger than many of the other places nearby that I have tried. The lunch dish was a great size and extremely well prepared. Quick service as well.

Amtosphere was nice and the employees were friendly despite being very busy. Food was ok but not…read morethe best, not to bad for the price. Both the coffee and smoothie could have been better. Still a pretty good place to hang out for a bit but not wasn't anything special.

Down by the railroad station. Great place for breakfast or lunch. Fresh seasonal ingredients are a…read morehighlight. My blue nose cod fish and chips was fresh and lovely. Service is table-side though you do pay at the bar. Many seating options and some in their outdoor living space.

Sometimes you just can't say enough about a place. When traveling in a different country, it the…read morelittle things that make all the difference. Starting with location, it is right near the train station and about a 5 minute walk from the Octagon which is the center of town. They have outdoor patio seating as well as an inviting indoor area. Just a quick pass by the counter and you are overwhelmed with delicious looking options. Then you take a look at the menu and yep, probably can't go wrong. In our quest to try new things or what a place may be famous for, it is always best to ask the waiter/waitress what the most popular dish is or what they are known for. The majority of the time, they won't steer you wrong. That day, the scone was highly recommended to us and omg was it amazing. I have never had such a moist and flavorful scone in my life. Definitely a must order!!! When I looked at the drink menu, 1 thing stood out and not knowing what it was, I once again had to order it. The Ashley Latte, what a fun way to start a meal. By far the best, put a smile on your face, drink I have ever had. It was just a colorful plain latte, but the colors made it all the better. Since I hadn't ordered battered fish anywhere on our trip, I decided to do so here. It was good, however I would prefer to stick with the more unique menu items as those all hit the spot. I would return here in a heartbeat anytime I am in town.

Went here for breakfast on a weekday morning, and it was extremely busy. I ordered the French toast…read moresince they were out of avocados. Most of their other breakfast options are egg based. Would go back on another day to try some of the other breakfast options when it is less busy.

Fresh lox on a bagel, a strong pull in my latte, unlimited savory and sweet homemade treats, and…read morefriendly staff.

Best bagels of all time. Cool shop, good food, decent prices. Can't wait to be back in NZ so I can…read morego back!

It wasn't easy to find this place. My husband and I saw people sitting outside. When we walked in,…read morewe saw the bagels..this must be it! Fairly busy on a Sunday morning (once it opened). Unique bagel names on their menu. I had the Vulcan and my husband got District 9, both on Parmesan bagel. Delicious! I highly recommend this place!

We were running a bit late for lunch but the accommodated and gave us a great meal. A dairy allergy…read morewas worked around and who I assume to be the owner stepped out from the kitchen and delivered one of the plates explaining the difference in what were two identically ordered dishes. The food was tasty and a nice presentation.

From the owner: Breakfast and lunch, Monday to Saturday. All baking made fresh. Delicious traditional food.read more

Yum!!!! Came here for a late breakfast/early lunch and the food is delicious...and huge…read more The Hound Dog is everything good in the world. HUGE slices of banana bread French toast topped with jam, bacon and a cream. A big smear of PB on the plate as well. It's a sweet - salty - crunchy (they sprinkled peanuts on top) combo that is amazing. Coffee is pretty delicious too. Nice atmosphere - very laid back. I'd come again!

I read an article in the newspaper about restaurants that are preserving old buildings and that got…read moremy interest. We had an omelet and their fresh sourdough bread. It was delicious and the kitchen even split the omelette and salad for us. Nice ambience with a bit of whimsy in a beautiful building. Make sure you look carefully at the entrance and area above it when you are inside. Also, the bathroom has an original stone wall that is great. Don't miss that.