Coffee house in Christchurch

“Fantastic service, food, presentation and coffee. The owners and the team are super friendly. The cappuccino is top tier. The hollandaise on the eggs benny was probably one of the best that I've had. Great cafe in Bishopdale!”

“As an expat whenever I'm back in Christchurch I make an effort to get here for the coffee, best Vanilla latte anywhere I've been in the world and great service, highly reccomended.”

“Was totally unprepared for the quality of the food that arrived at our table - Creamy Mushrooms and Lambs Fry and Bacon. It took a little time to prepare because everything was freshly cooked. My lambs fry took me back some 75 years to my grandmother’s kitchen which was not too far from where Kai Kitchen is today. Terrific atmosphere, ever so friendly staff. Do try it - it is a visit you won’t regret.”

On the plate at Under The Red Verandah, the idea is coffee‑and‑cabinet and well judged. Morning service moves at a steady clip. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

Strange Bandit by Luciano leans into a coffee‑and‑cabinet approach without the fuss. Coffee pours are consistent and well textured. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

Table at Monks Cafe leans into a breakfast‑and‑brunch approach without the fuss. Serve sizes show solid value. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

The kitchen at Affogato Cafe takes a coffee‑and‑cabinet path and lets the food speak. Cabinet bakes and slices cover a quick stop. Sweets lean classic and not overly rich. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally.

Little Pom's runs with a coffee‑and‑cabinet menu and a relaxed pace. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Meals reach the pass promptly. Morning ser...

“My best friend and I came to celebrate my birthday over brunch. Lovely lady at the counter was very accommodating and welcomed us with her beautiful smile. The food was delicious!! The portion sizes are perfect and well presented. This is definitely one of my favourite Cafe's I've been to in a very, very long time. Even the coffee was great!! 5 stars all around for me. Thanks to the chef for coming to check on us and if we enjoyed our meals. Our plates were empty - the answer is a definite Yes, we did :)”

The kitchen at Smoke Rolleston takes a coffee‑and‑cabinet path and lets the food speak. Sides support without crowding the plate. Cakes and scoops finish things neatly. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down.

“Super helpful staff member helped us get everything we needed and very nicely gift wrapped a gift for us.”

“Great coffee and a place to do some laptop work. There are plenty of seats as the cafe is technically a hall. It is huge. The cafe is part of the event center but at the same time works as a separate entity. I will return more often to do digital work online and have great coffee in the future. This was my first time here today.”

“My visit to the Fat Beagle Cafe in Darfield was a breakfast experience beyond compare. The moment I stepped in, I was greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. What truly stood out was their dedication to customer satisfaction. The staff listened attentively to our preferences, ensuring that the breakfast was tailored to our liking, resulting in a delicious meal. The food quality was exceptional, with a menu boasting a wide variety of options. From the hearty breakfast dishes to the delectable coffee, every aspect was outstanding. The Fat Beagle Cafe is undoubtedly a must-visit for anyone seeking great food and a memorable breakfast experience.”

“Great friendly service, awesome atmosphere and the best food in Linwood”

“Great new menu really tasty and beautifully presented, looking forward to next time!”

“Lovely shop. Busy but coffees were incredibly quick and well presented. Impressive stuff. Food was excellent as well. Edit 2. Another stop at the cafe. Cute to go cups & the barista on the machine is a consistency machine. Props to him. Cafe could use another carpet or two. Something to help with the noise.”

“Unreal brunch spot, chicken cheese melt reminds me of prime Fortnite days, simply perfection. Never been more of a brunch man than I am right now. Top stuff”

“We’ve had the BEST pizza in NZ here so far! It's a lovely restaurant with a unique history and good food. It's a must-visit when in Lincoln. Be aware that they’re not open every night.”

“Lovely food, excellent service and nice calm athmosphare to have breakfast, lunch or dinner. We only had breakfast but I almost wish that I could have had the dinner as the menu looked very good! My compliments to our super cute waitress, who served us with such a delightful manner!”

“Found this little café during our road trip around oxford. The place is charming and well maintained. Was pleasantly surprised by how warm and homely it felt. Sort of going to a friends house for a meal. The place is generous with the portion size and the staff are generous with smiles and hospitality. Would love to go there again. The peach honey bush tea is a must try! its been a day now, and im still daydreaming about the lovely gluten free slice i had. Yum.....”

“What an absolute gem of a find. Definitely will be returning. Wish I'd noticed the speciality flavoured hot chocolates earlier. Great excuse to return! Cinnamon scroll delicious, 4 shot medium long black outstanding.”

“Went to Bunco’s for brunch and it was delicious, the atmosphere was nice and cosy however the hot drinks we ordered were nice enough but only lukewarm. The eggs were perfectly cooked as was the entire meal for both.”

“This evening, a staff member went above and beyond for our family! I believe her name was Kaye, working in the click and collect department this evening. After my husband came home with our order, we realised we were missing a few things. I called up to explain and Kaye was so apologetic and helpful! So much so that she personally delivered our missing items to our home after her shift finished! Just incredible!”

“What can I say except that it was so good, and the girls are working with a smile. As a Belgian, I've really liked the decorations with the Belgian comics!”

“Such a gorgeous place ! Such lovely people. Drinks were great, food was great, service was great. Love the decor. Cosy relaxed vibe such a sunny garden at the back loads of plants 100% make this your morning coffee spot. Came here everyday while we were staying. Lots of vegan / vegetarian options and substitutes too.”

“We've had nothing but a great experience buying our spa pool. It's awesome, it does everything it's supposed to and was a great price compared to big spa companies. Great quality, Balboa is the highest quality brand for spa pool parts. And we were able to pay it off in our own time. Very happy, thank you”

“This would have to be the best cafe experience in Christchurch. Well worth the drive to this amazing establishment. Lovley seating, clean and tidy. Amazing cabinet food with a Devine menu. Coffee was a solid 10/10. Kiwi staff that were more than accommodating for myself and my friend. Custard fruit tart would be my recommendation.. Will definitely return. 5 star.”

“Absolutely incredible. I absolutely love Teasme. They use real tea and have a great service first approach. Highly recommended and I can safely recommend all options as I’ve had almost all of them.”

On the plate at Vic's Cafe, the idea is breakfast‑and‑brunch and well judged. Outdoors works when the weather plays along. Eggs land on point and toast keeps its crunch. Service stays present without fuss.

El Quincho - Argentine BBQ leans into a coffee‑and‑cabinet approach without the fuss. A riverside backdrop rounds out the stop. Ribs and steaks arrive seasoned and tender. Serve sizes show solid value.