Approaching Plan B from the street, you might think it was someone's house. Make your way past the…read moreoutdoor tables, and you'll get to a simply decorated restaurant and bar with covered outdoor seating. The staff was super-friendly and more than willing to find out the answers to our foodie questions. Check the chalkboard, or ask the owner/chef, and you'll discover the answer to why it's called Plan B. I had an open-faced steak sandwich with fries, and my wife had the chowder. Both were very good - fresh and flavorful. But save room for the desserts: mine was a chocolate brownie with iced cream, hers was an Adult Sundae, both were excellent, but the surprise delight was getting to sample the dessert chef's newest experiment, a mini molten lava chocolate cake sort of thing which was incredible. Who knows what he might be experimenting on when you visit...!

Really great! The food was exceptional and way larger portions than we could eat! Good service and…read morea decent craft beer selection. I highly recommend this place for dinner.

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

Breakfast, coffee, lunch, diner they have it all... :) we stoped to have a breakfast and it was…read morereally good. They are options for vegans and vegetarians. Inside the NgAnga Arts Centre.

We had a fabulous meal at MAD Cafe (Making A Difference) in Collingwood. I have a lot of allergies,…read moreand the chef went above and beyond to make a fun salad bowl for me. It had 3 kinds of lettuce, spinach, carrot strips, olives, grapes, apple slices, bits of mango, avocado, onion, capers, 2 kinds of hummus, and fish cakes (my request). We're going back tomorrow morning for brekkie. My tummy feels so happy!

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!

Had a great meal here on a Saturday morning in January 2025. Open at 7:30am - coffees, pastries,…read moreeggs, waffles, breakfast... Large friendly place with warm vibes. They even had a little play area for small children.

A welcome haven on a wet, cold Wednesday. Wholemeal cafe is on the main street of Takaka and seems…read moreto be situated in an old town hall or community hall, which has been vamped up with some serious bohemian vibes, bright colours on the wall, yummy but simple food. I ordered the carrot cake and my friend the orange and almond cake, which were huge slices, enough for a doggie bag! Lots of vegetarian options too.

Cute corner café. Great location and the food and coffee is great! The owners are really attentive.read more

I'm pretty sure if I had just ordered everything right it would have been perfect. It's no ones…read morefault but mine which makes it seem harsh that I even give it a 3 star. I'll explain... I'm still confused on how to order my coffee in this county. I just like iced coffee but a barista the day before said it's called a flat white here. So we ordered those which are actually cappuccinos. They were pretty!! But not what I like... (not their fault). I knew the Eggs Benedict looked delicious in all the pictures I had seen but I was intrigued by the poached eggs, kumara, and avocado dish. The lady helped me pick that one since it's so unique and apparently a big seller. Again, my fault for thinking it was going to be an avocado toast with bits of potato. I don't know where I got that from, it doesn't even say toast on there. Anyways, I didn't care for it or the texture of the kumara. There was also only a small slice or two of avocado tucked in there. Not my fave, but if I had an extra day I would have given it a second try with the eggs Benedict or French toast.

We had breakfast here one morning after spending the night in town. The cafe has a main dining…read morearea, but also a small area in the front for take away orders, which we found convenient. They have an array of pastries, muffins and other baked good. They also had various teas and coffee to drink. The cafe looked quite nice, the perfect setting for a nice breakfast. Our food was very good, as was the tea I ordered. If I was looking to have breakfast in Blenheim again, I would definitely go here.

Cafe/restaurant with a big nterior space as well as a deck area overlooking the river. Comfy…read moreatmosphere with a cosy fire on a chilly day. Today was a morning tea stop, so a peach and white chocolate muffin filled the spot (served warm with a little yoghurt on the side). The sweet selection is brought on a tray to your table and explained which is a nice touch (some looked more enticing than others). There's also a full menu for bkfst, lunch and dinner options and easy parking outside.

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.

I heard on the street (well, in the Speight's Ale House actually) that this is THE cafe to head…read morefor in Blenheim. They weren't wrong, wish I'd found it sooner! Described as an urban grocery delicatessen, this place delivers with a smart cabinet selection of savoury choices and some yummy sweet treats, Paleo included. Plus a big range of gourmet deli products and kitchen/homewares. A few brands I recognise from up north, plus some locally sourced products too. Nicely presented food and a good range of seating inside and out. Set away from the main shopping area and well worth the visit. There's a small Bkfst menu at the counter, but mostly cabinet food. I had a delicious sundried tomato and feta risotto cake, a 'hot' coffee and a passion fruit melting moment. Can see why this place has won best cafe in Marlborough more than once.