Stopped in just for a coffee before leaving on a big tour, but I was definitely satisfied with my…read morecoffee! Cute local spot right in the middle of things in Paihia. They have enough of a selection that I feel a little bad even rating them when all I had was coffee - there were some sandwiches and other savory items available as well as sweet baked goods and gelato. This strikes me as having local appeal, which is exactly what I hope for as a tourist! The person who helped me was VERY friendly and I would love the opportunity to return and try more of their offerings.

I came here for a coffee on the first day of 2018 just before heading off for a dolphin tour of the…read moreBay of Islands. I got a coffee to go, and the barista was great about using my own cup (I'm an environmentalist freak). The ambiance is alright, but there aren't a lot of coffee shops in Paihia (that would be a great biz opportunity) and especially not cute coffee shops. But this one does the job. They had soy so I could get my fave drink, a soy capp, and my boyfriend got a hot chocolate. He got his in a to go cup and we headed on our way (the cafe is super close to the pier). The people working here were friendly and really helpful. The service was good and the coffee was fab as well. I'd come here again and definitely recommend it to friends.

Food was incredibly tasty, although I have to agree that it takes them a long while to bring your…read moreorder(s) to you. The waitress was nice especially when I told her that I was in a hurry and she, promptly, try to speed up that pace if bringue g the foods to us. We ordered a Veggie burger and a Chicken Burger. They come with fries regardless, as I was trying to see if I could substitute the fries with another side, only to end up ordering extra.

Good food. Nice ambience. Service was unpredictable. 2nd drink slow to appear. Had to ask for…read moreordered salad. Our waitress was fine but I can't tell you her name because we were never presented with a check on which it may have appeared. No one told us we were supposed go to the counter to pay because a check would not coming to the table. We had the surf and turf steak and the veggie burger. Chowder was delicious. Prawn skewers were good too. Steak was tender and tasty. Burger was very good. Side salad nice with a light dressing. Strangely the restaurant policy is no substitution of salad or onion rings for fries. Non negotiable. Locked in to their computer system. Silly business decision from management to choose not to accommodate the paying customer. I guess they have never heard of up-charging for a more expensive side.

A new favorite tradition will be to get the fish and chips takeaway and head out to Long Beach for…read morea picnic. Great food at a great price. Not keen on the fried squid.

Should be the best Fish&Chips in town!…read more Owner seems to know every local customer, which means she has been running this business well for years. Burgers, Chips&Wedges, a lot of deep-fried goodies including fresh daily fish, and out of expectation, you can order pineapple fritter here and other fried sweets. What a find. Order the daily fish&chips combo with $10, then walk out and eat in the sun. Heaven.

Been here a few times, and I like this place. Yummy healthy food, friendly atmosphere. They have…read morevegan and paleo options, although my husband wasn't too impressed with the raw slice. Nice smoothies and hot chocolates. Good prices, definitely the best lunch in kawakawa

On our overnight in the rental up at Cape Reinga, we stopped here to satiate ourselves on the trip…read moredown to Rotorua. It's a quaint spot run by a young lady. The food was good and the coffees better.

Good coffee. Great location opposite beach. Food looked ok…read morebut lots of pre prepared sandwiches and pies that they re heat. Didn't see a lot of fresh stuff.

Really great spot right across from the beach with good coffees and a big menu with breakfast And…read morelunch items. The burgers look really good!

Some of the best coffee in town served by some of the best friendliest people ever in a tiny…read moreunassuming lot that you could be forgiven for driving straight past. You'll always find plenty of locals lounging outside in good weather at the makeshift tables or stopping by on the run for their morning cup of joe. Chat with the super friendly long-term resident expat Brits who run this joint. They can also give you great tips whether you are here on holiday or have moved permanently. They drive their coffee mobile right up to the shack and serve a wide range of hot drinks. Check out their amazing baking. Their gluten-free cookies are to die for (often lemon or lime flavoured). They also have a small range of vegan products available most days and I'm keen to try their pies sometime soon. They are open early morning to around 3ish next to the Caltex service station.

The food was good but both times i have been in, 2 separate occasions I've encountered the most…read moresurly, atrocious customer service ever. Initially i assumed it was a one off and maybe the server was just having a bad day! but nope i went in again today, different server and she was even more rude than the last one! Im always polite to hospitality staff as one should be but this young woman today was just awful, is something going on with morale in that place because the staff are foul and i will not be going back, even though the food is hood and the cafe itself is very clean

Three words: Pork Belly Pie. While on the hunt for a tasty quick brekky, a good friend recommended…read morethe Kerikeri Bakehouse. The pork belly pie lived up to its allure beaming from the pie warmer. They have a vast range of savories, filled rolls, sandwiches, pastries, cakes and slices. My friend had the ginger crunch slice which had whimsical corn flakes on top. Atmosphere is comfortable, laid-back and pricing is the utmost reasonable. Stop by feel like a local and don't forget about the pork belly pie!

Ok now here is the deal. Having been away from NZ a few too many years, you return and with gusto…read moremake haste to the nearest bakery so you can relive your inner child. Boon's is the spot to go. With meat pies sporting large quantities of fluffy pasty, cinnamon cream donuts, plump lamingtons, custard pies, sally luns ... I had to stop at that point on the first visit otherwise my carb overload would have killed me. Fantastic spot.

Great little bakery. My favourite in Kamo (and there are a few to choose from) the girl at the…read morecounter is always super friendly and nice. The hot chips are a favourite!

Barista of the year 2014 Northland *** really good coffee, diverse bakeries, smoothies, lunch 6am…read moreto 4pm, friendly staff!