Carousel has a nice ambience, from the interior to the patio area which have heaters as well, which…read moremakes it comfortable in the cool summers and the chilly winters. The cocktails are absolutely fabulous, my personal new found favourite would be Jacob's ladder (for those who find feijoa palatable). The bartenders are amazing as well, always friendly and great and offering assistance when you can't decide what to drink (happens a lot to me). I just love the place.

Fantastic bar -- great cocktails made by competent and knowledgeable bartenders. They have the best…read morewhiskey sours in Dunedin (raw egg and all) and a great selection of classic and modern drinks. Ask the staff what to have if you're not sure -- and not only do they have the classy main room with a partial view of the Octagon, but a side room for groups and an open patio. A win all around.

One of the few mixology bars in Dunedin, tucked away on the outskirts of The Octagon, you can…read moreeasily miss this hidden gem. Not only does the business offer a wide variety of libations, but also bread/dips, cheese platters, antipasto and middle eastern treats to salt the palette before you order another round.

This is a lovely spot hidden away just south of the Octagon. It has vibes galore -- lovely…read morefireplace, comfy variety of seats, and sometimes live music. The drinks are pretty good, but sometimes a bit variable. They'll occasionally have themed drink menus, like during Uni Otago graduation. The bartenders are not always able to make drinks the right way, so 4 stars, but it's still a solid spot, and one of the best in Dunners. I find Carousel has the very best cocktails -- their whiskey sour is the best in town.

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.

Sophisticated coffee spot in the industrial neighborhood of Dunedin. We found this spot while…read morehunting for murals along the Dunedin Street Art Trail. Along with having a prime location along the pedestrian only strip of Jetty St with easy parking along Vogel, it has great art just outside and also inside the courtyard area. The fact that paint buckets and scaffolding had been set up inside didn't deter people at all from collecting inside Heritage, a testament to the effort put into designing the cafe. Our experience was determinedly efficient yet friendly. As a full service cafe, Heritage offers all your caffeinated needs along with a solid pastry, sandwich, and salad selection. Still and sparkling water are self-serve, but all other in-house orders are hand-delivered to your table. There's a range of seating options too: outdoor tables, a long counter perfect for people watching, and booths. Somehow everything fits neatly into the space without seeming patched together. According to the website, booths can be booked in advance too. My family enjoyed our Flat Whites and a Mocha (served with two marshmallows). The Friand had raspberry filling inside, and actually tasted more like sweet rice flour than almond flour - delicious even if it wasn't what we were expecting. I haven't been this excited by a bathroom for a while, but hopefully once you've made the trip you'll be excited too. Look for the door that's perfectly camouflaged along the wooden wall of the courtyard to find three separate bathroom stalls. Amongst the sparkling white furniture, something seems amiss. Before you drip your washed hands all over the floor, check behind the mirror for some truly efficient use of space (and paper towels)!

Hip joint, beautifully designed interior, delicious-looking food. We just stopped by to get chai…read morelattes to go, which were yummy. Clean bathrooms too! Highly recommend.

Returned 6 years later & the coffee was significantly better. Popular spot so parking can be a…read morelittle challenging (by Dunedin standards anyway). Great views over the city

The inside has plenty of sitting space, great for groups or small parties. Coffee is delicious…read more Only reason I am giving it 3 stars is because they advertise free WiFi all over the place (in fact that was the only reason we came) but it has a 30 minute limit. Visit for food and drinks, but don't plan on working from here.

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.

Was looking for breakfast and they delivered. I'm gf and they had a special menu which was nice. I…read morehad the gf banana, pecan bacon French toast. My daughter Had the eggs Benedict and my husband the bagel, all were delicious. I just wish there was an egg option on the gf menu. Definitely recommend this restaurant.

Efficient service and great food. I have been here a few times now for coffee and lunch. Most…read morerecently I ordered a chai and chickpea fritters on toast. The chickpea fritters on toast was much larger than I anticipated. A different time I tried the orange cupcake which came with some yoghurt and an iced matcha - the iced matcha had a lot of milk but the cupcake was great. I look forward to going back to try some of the other lunch foods and drinks!

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.

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.

We walked here from our hotel on a beautiful sunny morning. Lots of pups enjoying coffee with their…read moreowners. We went with the cinnamon rolls, warmed up and served with butter. I had another amazing latte. Service was great. Loved the views from our table. Great place for breakfast.

Amazing spot! Perched above the water with a great view of the surfers. Food was divine. And…read moreservice super friendly. Hope to go back!