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

Amazing cafe! The steak dish was really tasty and the service was lovely!!! Our service was very…read morepatient with all the questions I had. Great selection of food choices especially for a cafe. The quality of the food was incredible and wonderful wine selection! Definitely a must if you are ever in this area. They also have the cutest jar that reads "Staff Vacation Fund" what a thoughtful idea, I of course dropped a few dollars because I think everyone deserves a vacation! Overall, a lovely experience. Thank you!

Not bad for the only restaurant in town! It's a little over priced and the food isn't as good as it…read moreused to be but there's plenty of options including vegetarian and gluten free. Great view from the balcony area and a great vibe too

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!

Leanne Young, the charismatic, smiley, and upbeat woman manning the shop, is an icon! Which we only…read morefound out about after reading up on the location, Ginger Dynamite, its meat pie reputation known far and wide. She had many a local stop by and was incredibly natural about engaging us at the picnic benches making us feel so welcomed! The fact that she is an icon made complete and utter sense! I ordered a small Flat White (5.5 NZD) which came out super bold and strong, all hot drinks served with a double shot. Mind you, Leanne steamed and poured the milk like a boss without even looking at the cup since she was focused on talking to us. A TRUE master! We also had a Jerk Chicken Pie for $8. Their pies are extra crusty with that prominent braiding around the middle. The Jerk Chicken definitely delivered in spiciness and was full of flavor. It certainly intrigued many a customer since it was ordered frequently. They are otherwise known for their award-winning Smoked Fish pie for $10. A stop you must make at this fun roadside cart.

We have been having coffee here daily since arriving in the area from Wellington. Their coffee is…read moregreat - right strength, right temp and served by friendly people. Their hand made pies are awesome too. We had the fish pie and the chilli beef pie, with plans for future purchases to sample more of their range.

Good for vegans and omnivores. The coffee was excellent and the breakfast tasty. My vegan…read moredaughter thought the vegan Huevos Rancheros made the best meal she had enjoyed in New Zealand. My toast with greens came with cheese and I ordered a side of sausage. It wasn't vegan but it was tasty.

Came here on a Saturday morning and the place was busy but not crowded. At first I was disappointed…read moreto find this was a vegan restaurant but once I started eating their food I was blown away! The coffee, bean Burritto with hot sauce on the side, and Cranky Goat tasted so fresh and delicious I didn't care it was a vegan meal! What a gem of a find in Blenheim! The prices are very reasonable ($7 & $10) and the crowd is all age groups. I saw kids, hipsters and old couples eating here. Would recommend to anyone visiting to try this place out.

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.

Toad Hall Cafe is a gem! Beautiful and slightly rustic restaurant with a lovely country store…read moreattached. Excellent menu for breakfast and lunch (my boys LOVED the Biscoff French Toast, I enjoyed the eggs Benedict on sour dough and excellent coffee). Outdoor play area for kids, some lovely outdoor seating too. We may actually eat here all 3 days of our trip to the area!

Excellent. Very happy the guide at Wilson's mentioned it when I asked where I could get a quick…read morecoffee. Pastries are top notch and a cooler full of prepared foods and salads looked absolutely delicious and healthy. Hard to imagine there's a better place to eat or stock up on the road to Abel Tasman.

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.

Delicious savory pies, tasty coffee, friendly and prompt service, and a cozy setting in which to…read moreenjoy it all! Lovely spot.

On our way out of town, a long drive down to Hokitika, we had to stop somewhere for flat whites and…read morebreakfast of some kind, and we had noticed this place on our previous evening's walk as we looked for a bite. I went with a steak and dark horse ale pie, which was good. Really nice flaky pastry. Yes, for breakfast, no don't look at me funny, sometimes I don't want a croissant, sometimes I want...well...yes. Lunch. Anyway - if I lived in the area, this would be on my regular list.

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.