Lovely garden area and restaurant style with good cafe food as well. Garden locked from car park…read morebut dogs are allowed if u lift them over the gate. Arrived at 10am and had a delicious still warm strawberry muffin. Coffee was good also and the barista remembered our order from yesterday - always a good sign. Big fire place inside for cold evenings, and also one outside for functions. Best place in Hawera

This restaurant left my wife and I astonished…read more Arriving in to town last night my wife and I were hoping to find a nice place to eat before settling down for a quiet night. What we were treated to was a dining experience that exceeded almost all other dining experiences we have had in New Zealand. The atmosphere, food and service was sublime to a point of astonishment. From the warm fire, to the wonderful horses who attended to us, we were left in a state of pure bliss after the last morsel was savored and the plates were cleared away. In the three years I have lived in New Zealand there hasn't been a single fine dining establishment in Auckland that has left me feeling as happy and satisfied as this little restaurant has. This restaurant is truly a hidden gem that I would recommend to any one who appreciates good food and good people. Thank you to the wonderful staff and amazing chefs that made this a truly remarkable experience for my wife and I.

Great cafe with lots of food options! Great open air space with indoor and outdoor seating, clean…read morebathrooms, and very unique food menu! They have crumpets, egg salad and smoked salmon toast and lots of other open faced toast. Cappuccinos were delicious!

Excellent espresso drinks and awesome food. Been them several times. You hardly find such an…read moreaccurate preparation of a Cappuccino so highly recommended!

Great place to escape and get a mocha. Got warm friendly service from the staff. Tessa was…read moreprofessional and courteous. The mocha was amazing. When I asked not too hot it's always a little hot or cold... I know I know I sound like goldilocks but the temperature was just right. Made me want to stay another day in New Plymouth.

My family and I were visiting New Plymouth over the New Year's holiday weekend. It's not really…read morefair to judge a city over the holiday, because pretty much nothing was open most of the time. However, we were walking from our motel one morning, searching desperately for any open place to get a vanilla flat white. Then, we stumbled on this little place, a coffee cart hidden inside a surf/yoga shop. The employees were really nice and the coffee was fantastic. It was one of the best I've had in a while, and unexpected from this unassuming little place. We would have come back every morning, but they were closed the next 2 mornings (and then we left New Plymouth). It's definitely worth finding this little place for a great takeaway coffee.

Very cool spot right on the Tasman sea. Beautiful view. Great food enjoyed the fish and the…read moreseafood pasta dish. Wine may have been opened more than a day. The gentleman was not overly friendly. The place is unique. Still had Christmas decor up. Not sure if we will revisit again.

European tavern style food, super fresh and tasty fish and veges. This place has a cosy atmosphere…read moreand a great look to it. There are great views of the water and surrounding beach and often there is wildlife to look at through the windows we can listen to the sea and the sounds of the elements outside. Our eggs were poached perfectly!

Best cafe I sampled in New Plymouth. Slightly out of the main shopping area but worth the visit…read more Awesome counter of delicious fresh salads, sandwiches, fritters, pies and so much more on a great menu. Huge emphasis on fresh ingredients. Clearly lots of people agree because the place was packed and buzzing. Quirky atmosphere and decor, including the staff uniforms. And to top it off, great coffee

Best breakfast I've had in a loooong time…read more The decor is your American 50's fare, the service was "old fashioned" too, they were super friendly and really accommodating despite the packed house. The cabinet food had me salivating and I can tel I'm in fur a good meal anytime I find myself tempted by the cabinet food. I was not disappointed. I ordered a big breakfast of which I could not fault. If there's one place you eat while you're in Taranaki make this the one. Get in early though because you're not the only one who knows about this little gem!

We had an adequate dinner here. Nancy very much liked her arugula salad (I didn;t get a taste) and…read moreher pumpkin risotto. I had whjat purported to be a Thai beef salad, and although the greens where very nice and the beef well prepared, it was not discernibly Thai -- no lime juice, no fish sauce, no spiciness, and no cilantro. Nice salad, but not an accurate menu listing

We stopped here to get a bite to eat after touring the caves. They were completely booked but were…read moreable to take an order for takeout. We ordered the chicken pizza and arugula salad. It was probably the best pizza we've ever had. It was perfectly cooked and had a fantastic flavor with interesting spices and the caramelized pears pushed it over the top. The woman who took our order was very friendly and accommodating, which we had not experienced in several places we've been to, so it was a welcome change. I would happily eat here again.

Have stopped here a few times. Funky interior with high vaulted ceilings and a gothic feel. Lovely…read moreopen fire in winter. On a sunny day enjoy the deck outside. Good food but big city prices for a small town, slices Stopped in again on way to New Plymouth. Great coffee and a fresh warm muffin. Staff so friendly and got dog treats for the fur baby

Our tour stopped here so we can get coffee and food. The ladies didn't stress out with the amount…read moreof people coming in to place take away orders. They were calm, friendly, and made our drinks and heated our food quickly. I ordered one of their Japanese teas, which was really good. I also got their butter chicken pie. One of the couples in my group told me about them and O Cafe is the first time I saw it available. The ladies knew time was of the essence and asked if we wanted our pies heated in the oven or microwave. I appreciated that because of the tight schedule we're on. As for the pie - wow! It was my first butter chicken pie and I'll never forget it. The crust was flaky and the chicken was moist. The butter sauce was yummy. This pie was my gateway pie lol. I knew I had to get butter chicken pie wherever I saw it. I'm addicted and I plan to learn the recipe so I can make it at home. The cafe has plenty of tables and seats. It's a casual, welcoming vibe where you can get good food and coffee.

This seems like a good place for breakfast or lunch. We stoped for lunch; I had a ham and egg club…read moresandwich, and my wife had chicken and brie. Both were excellent. Good selection of interesting drinks plus a full espresso bar.

Great little stop on our way to Waitomo Caves! Good variety of fresh pies & pastries, also…read moresandwiches, some vegetarian too. Fried chicken & hot food. Very cheap; sandwiches from $3!

Good coffee. Funky interior with a nice fire and leather couches. Great selection of food.read more