All of the buzzwords. Healthy, fresh, local, gluten-free, superfoods, green juice, free-range,…read morehidden courtyard, sustainable, everything baked in house, Allpress coffee, Central Otago wines and Moa beer... Honestly, Cafe Mondo is a yelper's dream. Hell, I'm still dreaming about it. Arrowtown is already cute as a button. Add a trip here and you'll be ready to permanently move.

Excellent start to the day. Well done strong long black and great food before a long drive…read more Scouted this out ahead of time on Yelp and it did not disappoint. It's open early and it's a great location. Not too far off the major transfer route and well worth the slight detour.

This former courthouse, now cafe, serves wonderful coffee, beautiful cakes and desserts in a very…read morepleasant environment, with tables indoors and out. We only stopped for coffee and cake and we're very impressed. The chocolate bread & butter pudding was scrumptious, the coffee very good. The kids both had lolly cake and loved it. Wish we had more time in Alexandra to try more.

We just had coffees here so can't comment too much on the food but the setting is lovely…read more We sat outside in the courtyard in a shaded spot and it was a truly lovely spot to sit for an hour. Must admit the baking looked really good and I am pretty sure we will be making a return trip prior to leaving NZ.

We stopped at this lovely little cafe on our way to Lake Tekapo to grab a small bite to eat and…read moresome coffee. The staff were delightful and super sweet. The food was delicious and our cappuccinos were perfect. The added bonus was the beautiful view!

In the heart of the historic district of old Cromwell, the Grain and Seed Cafe is a bustling and…read moredelightful oasis. They have delicious coffee and an ample selection of breakfast and lunch sandwiches. Seating fills up at peak times, so aim for a bit early or late to miss the peak lunch crunch.

This place is phenomenal! Friendly staff, cute vibe, and everything we had was delicious. The BBQ…read morebrisket is especially good, and the Guilt Free Pleasure is a nice chocolate dessert. I'd come back here again.

We got caught in the rain in Arrowtown and ducked in to this darling spot for a bite and a respite…read morefrom the rain. And wow, what a cozy ambiance and darling spot that fits the small town vibe perfectly. The interior decoration matches the charm of the building's exterior perfectly - moody, cozy, vintage and intellectual. I love all of the nods to the town's history and New Zealand with the artwork and decor. Because we were outside of typical lunch hours and had just eaten, we didn't have much of an appetite and just split the BBQ brisket sandwich. Fare and prices are a bit on the higher end because it's an elevated gastropub, so note that when visiting. We liked but didn't love the sandwich - good enough for a quick pit stop! Service was friendly but we got the sense that splitting a meal was a bit frowned upon. Nonetheless, a cozy spot to get out of the rain with darling decor and exterior patio seating when not wet!

As far as quality and price, this place is the best stop for a bite to eat in this town. My…read moreboyfriend and I popped in for some warm seating and a hot meal. He ordered the chicken wrap and I ordered the ciabatta with cream cheese and marmalade. It came with three pieces of fresh bread grazed with a lemony sweet marmalade and delicious cream cheese. I separated the bacon because the combination was weird to me but I ate it after and it was a nice finish. Overall, a very satisfying meal. The chicken wrap was flavorful and hot, a tad bit greasy/drippy but overall satisfying. We also ordered some english breakfast tea and a flat white which came with a small taste of chocolate fudge. Our total was $27 which was fair in comparison to some of the other few options in town. I'm glad we looked around and settled on this spot. They also have a lot of knick knacks and variety of things to browse from lotions and bug repellents to books and jewelry. I would recommend a visit.

The Trading Post is my favorite spot in Glenorchy. The food is excellent, atmosphere is warm and…read morebeautifully decorated with great local goods, and the people who work there are so friendly and hospitable. Whether sitting inside on a rainy day or outside on the tables by the lake, this is the perfect place to stop for a coffee and snack. And of course, the famous homemade carrot cake--it is absolutely to die for! If you are passing through Glenorchy, this place is a must!!

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 !

Amazing food and service. We went back several times in our short visit to Queenstown.read more

Food was great, got the smash burger, blueberry cheesecake french toast, eggs w/ bacon and…read morepotatoes, and the eggs benedict with manuka smoked bacon We also got the maple latte, peppermint mocha, flat white, and the long black The drinks were great, and the food was good too though the sauce on the burger was a little strange (but not necessarily in a bad way) The place itself is cute, but quite small. We had to wait outside a bit for a table. It was pretty annoying to be kicked off the wifi for no reason halfway through and having to rejoin though The servers were nice, though we barely interacted with them aside from ordering and them delivering our food. The food and drinks came out pretty fast, which was nice Overall a good place, my only complaint being the wifi issue and the fact that the bathroom feels like its in the backrooms of a supply closet

Good vibes and good food. FYI they don't take any substitutions on their meals, like beans instead…read moreof polenta for example (the beans and ham were tasty)

Great place in glenorchy. Amazing outdoor views. The sandwiches are amazingly fresh. Take a stop…read morehere in case you are visiting the animal farm here. Highly recommended

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.

Get this. Top three things I've eaten in five days and nights. Not sure why I have to add more…read morewords required to post this review because I was done at "Get this"

Yummy food. Great service…read more Lot ambiance. PERFECT!!!!! The cheese tomato spinach scone tastes epic. The cinnamon scroll is tasty and sweet.The service always was on time and excellent. The restaurant is also very well-decorated.