We stayed in the townhouse right behind this bakery, so over a couple of days we stopped by to try…read morea variety of pastries. We stopped by around 8:30 am and only waited 5 minutes! Our favorite by far was the berry danish: you can really taste the quality. The layers are incredibly crispy and you can literally hear the crackle when you bite into it. The berries were fresh and flavorful, and the custard added a nice balance. At about NZD8 each, the pastries felt reasonably priced, especially when converted to USD. We also really enjoyed the apple crumble danish, which was delicious as well. The items we liked the least were the regular chocolate croissant and the ginger pear tart; they were fine but didn't stand out compared to the others. There are a few outdoor tables if you want to dine in, and they offer drinks too. We mainly grabbed pastries to go and brought them back to the townhouse, so we didn't dine in, but everything we tried was fresh and well made. The bakery is next to the restaurant and part of the Alpine Junction development.

Great and busy bakery near Wanaka! Counter service was good- order and wait. We got lucky and…read morefound two barstools against the wall to enjoy our sausage rolls and latte- the place was packed! Small and charming, casual cafe. The latte was nice and smooth. The sausage roll had a nice flaky crust.

We stopped by after our hike at Roy's Peak, and it was exactly the kind of place we needed to…read morerefuel. Their motto is "slow food served fast," featuring slow-cooked dishes served in a quick, casual format. You choose your plate size, then move along the counter to pick from a variety of options. There's both indoor and outdoor seating available. Everything we tried was delicious! Surprisingly, I also really loved the kombuchas they had (especially the Earl Grey tea one).

Amazing food! It is fresh and high quality. Great place for healthy food. Coffees are good too…read more Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

We were doing the loooong but beautiful drive from Franz Josef to Queenstown, and stopped in Wanaka…read morefor lunch on the recommendation of our travel agent. How could we resist a place called the Beanie Cafe? It looked very promising, and did not disappoint! They had a great assortment of savory pies in the case as well as sweet treats. I had a slice of bacon and egg pie (no, not quite the same as a quiche; the eggs weren't scrambled, and there was a crust on top as well) that came with a very fresh tasting tomato sauce, and a side salad that was a delightful surprise! The pie was delicious! I had an excellent latte and shared a Louisa bar. The bar was a delicious combination of a buttery crust, raspberry filling and a macaroon like coconut topping. The decor was comfortable and welcoming and staff were friendly. This is a fabulous place to stop for a light breakfast or lunch!

Oh man. After a coffee deprived drive down the West Coast (Haast - you have something serious to…read moreanswer for !) I chose this by name mainly. Only coffee geeks would choose this name. And compared to may last one this was like heaven. The coffee was nice and the food even better. I can highly recommend the Portobello Mushroom Stack. Staff friendly and the chairs comfy. I even stayed on for good measure and a second coffee. Who knows whats to come .... Thank you - restored my faith in New Zealand cafe's !

Great brunch and the SCONES! Wow, the cheddar scone here might just be the best scone I've ever…read morehad. Flaky, light, buttery, and not dense at all...I'd happily come back every morning for the scones alone. In addition to the scones, all the other drinks and dishes here are fantastic. Each dish is served using fresh and locally sourced NZ ingredients, and they make for the perfect wholesome meal to start your day. Having had a few long days of travel, I also opted to try their hot honey ginger lemon drink, which packed a spicy gingery kick and made me feel 100% again. Great drink if you're feeling even slightly off.

Excellent food, wonderful service and a very relaxing downtown location. I had the Eggs Benidict…read morewith Spinach & Tomatoes and it was perfect, everything tasty and delicious crispy potatoes. The latte was expertly done and sumptuous.

Stopped here for lunch and had a great meal. I had the lamb salad and my husband had the chicken…read moresandwich. Both were very good. They have tons of seating both inside and out with a nice view of the lake. You order at the counter and take a number for your table and they bring your food to you. Nice staff.

We were walking around the main strip of Wanaka and spotted a few happy hour signs. Alchemy was one…read moreof them; happy hour is from 5:00pm to 6:00pm ($7.00 wines and beer on tap). We dropped in on an early Monday evening (just before 6:00pm) to take advantage of happy hour. The place is beautiful with a few tables outside to people watch and enjoy the lake view. Otherwise, there's tons of seating inside with hipster light bulbs, a fireplace and old vintage equipment as decor. The dinner menu is split into share plates, mains, sides and kids. The pasta of the day was a seafood linguini ($25.00 NZD). We saw a few mains come out to neighbouring tables that looked appetizing. Same with the coffee, which most tables ordered. There's also a separate dessert menu. The Alchemy dessert platter ($18.00 NZD) sounded promising. Nice touch with the complimentary sparkling and tap water. Only lame thing here is that wifi stops working at 6:00pm. Er... - Crater Rim Waipara riesling ($7.00 NZD) - sweet but not overly so. It's regular $11.00 NZD for a glass. - Soljan Estate Reserve Hawkes Bay syrah ($7.00 NZD) - a little drier finish. Decent. We only came for drinks but the food looked pretty legit. Chill, relaxed vibe.

We were blessed to find an open table at this popular and charming Wanaka cafe. Known for the…read moreseafood chowder, so of course I had to try it! It was full of ingredients- salmon, prawn, mussels, clams, squid, and tomatoes. Very creamy and delicious! Service was great and efficient despite how busy they were- impressive!

Service was excellent. Food too a while but not the server's fault. I could see how much she was…read morehustling to serve everybody and I thanked her for her hard work. The place is a really nice place to sit and relax. My eggs and smoked salmon were delicious. And the chocolate cake I took home was excellent. Thank you for a wonderful last meal in Wanaka!

My smoothie was 10 bucks and it was kinda warm and it was small I'm sad cuz I wanted a yummy cold…read morebig ass smoothie.

Awesome cafe, great food reasonably priced. I had the small pasta salad out of the cabinet and it…read morewas SO filling. I also had a mango smoothie which was absolutely delicious. The waitress I had was a bit rude but otherwise great environment. You can also get free wifi from the board house next door.

Quite literally a shack with a cutesy interior, the coffee know-how still present. It's popular…read morewith the dog-owning crew evidenced by the numerous polaroids of the furry clientele plastered on the walls and vaulted ceiling. It definitely adds character and a ton of warmth to the shop. Choose from Milky, Black, or filtered coffee. The latter is a bit of an anomaly in espresso-loving NZ, so I am sure it's there to cater to the foreigners. I kept to my flat white pursuits by ordering one here prior to a early morning stroll along the lakeside. It was prepped and delivered to me quite quickly, but probably too soon as it could have used a little extra steam to warm it more thoroughly. I think a little on the higher end in terms of pricing for all their coffee beverages. Bright, colorful take away cups kept it fun. A solid spot open early for your morning cuppa.

It just keeps getting better! We took a chance on The Coffee Shack and it exceeded our expectations…read moreby a long (espresso) shot. This tiny, rustic shack is full of surprises and incredible coffee. I ordered a latte with breve and a touch of honey, and it was so good I immediately went back for a second. Balanced, smooth, and just the right amount of sweet. These folks know what they're doing. The staff were kind, upbeat, and handling a steady line of customers with ease. (Pro tip: the line moves fast, and trust me, it's worth every second.) Coffee is served at a cozy 60°C, and they use Flight Coffee, which means you're sipping some seriously high-quality beans. Big shoutout to their B2 milk blend and Montecristo single origin--smooth, chocolatey, and bursting with character. There's outdoor seating if you want to linger, and if you wander just a few steps around the corner, you're rewarded with a stunning lake view. Dogs are clearly part of the Shack family too--there's a whole wall of Polaroids featuring their furry regulars. Friendly vibe. Killer coffee. Iconic location. This place is small but mighty and one of our favorite finds in Wanaka. Stay caffeinated my friends, MLA

it's across the wharf. they sell icecream, gelato chocolate, smothies anf coffee. you can ask for…read moretaste before making selections. Hazelnut Cremino is their award winner ice cream but other flavors won't dissapoint either. Their coffee is also good. definitely stop by for a treat

Having a closer great view of Lake Wanaka, sitting inside or outside to enjoy a day with ice cream…read moreand chocolate desserts.

A little lounge tucked away behind the storefronts facing Lake Wanaka. It is upstairs, next to a…read morebikeshop in an alley. The night I went, a DJ from South Africa spun 90s era hip-hop, to entertain the gathering of those getting off work, as well as young backpackers. Impressed that the he had 7-inch single of a Mobb Deep's "Shook Ones" (Wonder how much that is worth?) Best suited for a pre-game or wind down, and small enough to strike up conversations.

Stopped by for a quick beer, lovely sunset views with nice tunes setting a great vibe for the…read moreclose of a long day. Bartender from Nebraska had plenty of great recs and was a super chill dude, if I pass by Wanaka in similar circumstances I'm sure to stop by again. Cheers and sweet as!