Coffee house in Napier

On the plate at Three Wise Birds Garden Bar, the idea is coffee-and-cabinet and well executed. A coastal backdrop rounds out the stop. Value feels fair for the spread. Plates offer plenty without tipping heavy.

“I recently had this amazing platter, and it was absolutely delicious! The combination of grilled halloumi, falafel, rice, and the creamy sauces on top was just perfect — rich in flavor, fresh, and beautifully presented. The hummus and tzatziki were authentic and full of taste, and the bread was soft and warm, perfect for dipping. The manager was incredibly friendly and welcoming. He made sure everything was served fresh and checked in to see if I was enjoying my meal — a nice personal touch that made the experience even better. You can really feel the passion for good food and customer satisfaction here. Definitely a place I’d recommend to anyone looking for a hearty, flavorful Mediterranean meal and genuine hospitality. I’ll be back for sure!”

“A BIG Thank you to Bay Espresso Taradale today for your amazing cups of hot chocolates and coffees to support a great charity - Daffodil Day! I truely appreciate the support you gave our students today. Blessings for today :)”

“Good tea love gong cha very grateful for the one girl manning the place and got us our tea 30mins before closing”

“Great variety and quality of food and drinks, clean facilities, great shopping, nice staff, Tesla chargers just outside, great indoor and outdoor seating, great foods from menu or display cabinet, highly recommend”

“Great Sunday brunch, see you for breakfast tomorrow. Best wait staff in the known universe.”

Cafe DMP delivers a coffee-and-cabinet offering that’s straight to the point. Value feels fair for the spread. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

On the plate at The Duke Of Gloucester, the idea is simple, bistro-style and well executed. Good value shows in the serve sizes. Team members keep things friendly and on task. Packaging keeps things crisp on arrival.

At Kolachi Cafe & Eatery, the menu stays burger-led, served with an easygoing pace. Cabinet bakes and slices round out the stop. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Combinations read bold but stay balanced.

Wright & Co. leans into a burger-led approach with no fuss. Meat‑free options are woven into the menu. Eggs land on point and toast stays crisp. Plates offer plenty without tipping heavy. Buns hold we...

“Wonderful cafe, staff are friendly and attentive, cosy deco, relaxing environment, good to have coffee or a feed to catch up with family and friends. The food is wonderful, nicely presented, quality is great, I had the eggs benedict which was fresh and tasty. The hotcake stack was also superb, and the power brekky on point. An all round great cafe. Highly recommended.”

The kitchen at Opera Kitchen takes a coffee-and-cabinet path and lets the food speak. Service moves quickly through the morning rush. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Team members keep things friendly and on task.

The kitchen at Serendipity Cafe takes a classic fish-and-chips path and lets the food speak. There’s room for a casual brunch with friends. Plates offer plenty without tipping heavy. Combinations read bold but stay balanced.

“What seems to be your standard bakery is easily one of hawkesbay best pie stops had a beautiful steak and mushroom cheese pie great pastry and good gravy all for $5 which is the most unbelievable part will definitely be comming back here again”

“I recently purchased a lounge suite from Nood. The entire transaction was done by phone with Rachel. It was so easy and straightforward with great communication throughout. This included information on delivery by Mainfreight which also went without a hitch. Thanks Rachel, you are a real asset to Nood Napier.”

Pho Viet Food and Bubble Tea delivers a Thai-inspired offering that’s straight to the point. Curries carry clear spice and warmth. Fried rice and classics arrive hot and even. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

At The Rose Irish Pub, the menu stays grill-focused, served with an easygoing pace. Sides support without crowding the star. Service stays present without fuss. Portions are generous yet well judged....

On the plate at Mondo Cafe, the idea is coffee-and-cabinet and well executed. Service moves quickly through the morning rush. Service stays present without fuss. Portions are generous yet well judged....

Hawkes Bay Bakery and Cafe leans into a classic fish-and-chips approach with no fuss. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Blue cod and other fillets arrive fresh with light batter.

“Great food, perfect quality. Good beach view and lovely people.”

At The Station Bar and Bistro, the menu stays simple, bistro-style, served with an easygoing pace. Good value shows in the serve sizes. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Service stays present without fuss.

Milk & Honey Restaurant keeps things coffee-and-cabinet and focused on flavour. Cabinet bakes and slices round out the stop. There’s room for a casual brunch with friends. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

On the plate at At E's Cafe, the idea is Thai-inspired and well executed. Coffee pours are consistent and well textured. Stir-fries keep good heat and snap. Team members keep things friendly and on task.

“Janice was extremely helpful, and pointed me in the right direction straight away. Keep up the good work Janice!”

“This is by far the BEST Cafe in Napier! Great service, and always with a smile. Fantastic food, and a wonderful environment with Art Deco Buildings all around you. Many thanks to the wonderful Owners and Staff. We visit cafes all around the country and hand on heart, this is our favorite! See you again soon!”

Shed on the Quay runs with a simple, bistro-style menu and a relaxed feel. Outdoors works well when the weather plays along. Team members keep things friendly and on task. Plates offer plenty without tipping heavy.

“Delicious food. Today I had Rosti Benedict & a hot chocolate bowl.”

“I buy my Multi grain bread from here. It is so tasty and fresh and second to none.”

“Bought a cookies and creme frappuccino with coffee for my partner in her own personal cup. Service was amazing, especially being so busy at the time and it being mid-day boxing day. The drink was top tier and delicious.”

On the plate at Drift Cafe, Restaurant & Bar, Napier, the idea is classic fish-and-chips and well executed. A sensible spend for the quality. Sweets lean classic and not overly rich. Good value shows in the serve sizes.