Cafe & Coffee Shop & Pub in New Zealand

“We visited Crystal Mountain during the week ( school term ) it is a great place with lots to offer and very unusual and interesting things to see. It boasts A Crystal Museum and store, Huge indoor play area, two cafes, carousel rides and a roller coaster, interesting animals, large dinosaur statues and more... Lots of free parking on-site . Ideal for all ages and for kids birthday parties. You get to Interact with most animals and feed them (the animal food is sold at the main entrance Cafe) The indoor play area includes 3 rides ( Carousel, teacup and train), a jumping castle plus a Massive activity area and a separate play area for toddlers Outside activities includes a train ride, roller coaster and tractor ride. The two cafes have a variety of food on their menu and is child friendly, one cafe is situated at the main entrance and the other at the indoor play area. The staff are super super kind ,friendly , interactive and helpful. We noticed a few of the staff cover alot of responsibility of the park and even with all that responsibility they still made our visit so much more fun. A huge thanks to the amazing team namely the young lady that does the train ride and sees to the animals, the young gentleman that operates the indoor rides and oversees the indoor play area and the helpful lady at the cafe who took the time to explain all that we needed to know so that we made the most of our time there. The Crystal Museum store sell so many beautiful and unusual items. Cons: The Main cafe food is substandard but cheap, we didnt try the food at the play area Cafe. When we bought our tickets on Grab One we ensured we bought the full access tickets there was no mention that during the school term week the Rollercoaster and tractor rides do not operate, we only found this out at the cafe counter when we handed our tickets in. I will definitely be going back.”

“Came here for a quick breakfast before browsing the mall. Ordered a french toast and a mocha which both didn't disappoint. The french toast tasted very fresh, flavourful and delicious while the mocha was great. The atmosphere was very welcoming as the worker at the front provided amazing customer service.”

“An amazing experience each time. The food is constantly great. The staff are welcoming and super friendly, a staff member Frankie never fails to bring a smile on ny face. Never a dull moment. Ive been coming here for years and each experience is always amazing. Highly recommend.”

“Nice and cozy place to have morning coffee and breakfast Spinach and feta scones must try !!”

“First time here trying this local pub. Was pleasantly surprised by the food we had the steak which was cooked perfectly, great sized portion and accompanied by fries and salad delicious! Good price too and cheap pints. We will definitely be back soon cheers!”

“We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Black Salt Bar & Eatery .The food was delicious, the ambience was lovely, and the service was top-notch. A special mention to Gagan, who truly made our visit exceptional. She was so caring and welcoming that it honestly felt like we were enjoying a meal at home. Her friendly nature, beautiful smile, and the way she suggested different food options made us want to keep ordering more! Overall, an excellent experience great food, friendly staff, and a warm atmosphere. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for amazing food and genuine hospitality.”

“Absolutely loved the all-you-can-eat ribs at The Kingslander! The ribs were tender, juicy, and packed with flavor — definitely some of the best around. The portions were generous, the service was friendly and attentive, and the whole atmosphere was lively and welcoming. Perfect spot for a casual night out with friends or family. Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back again!”

“Best experience. Good customer service, wonderful catering, and good location. Owners were very friendly. Would recommend it if people are looking for catering or a venue to host events ❤️.”

“Yesterday I went to The Coffee Club on Victoria Street and tried their all-berries milkshake. It was super fresh, really tasty, and honestly so refreshing. The customer service was great too, the guy taking the order was friendly and smiling the whole time. Really nice place overall.”

“There was a very empathetic barista who worked there. I was waiting outside the shop for my ride. They haven’t opened yet but she noticed me standing outside in the cold and kindly asked me to wait inside. I was so touched by her kindness that I just had to share! Bless her!”

“Great place to grab coffee and a filling breakfast! It’s a few mins walk from the Handerson station and right next to the Waitākere Central Library. The atmosphere is relaxing, food is good, and customer service is excellent. I’ve only tried their egg benedict but their food menus also include taco, burger, croissant, sandwiches, etc. Bubble tea also look promising, will have to come back to try. The bacon is a bit too salty for my personal preference but it isn’t bad. Location, atmosphere, customer services, and reasonable price make this a 5/5 experience.”

“Excellent food nice big portions if ur really hungry,ribs were fantastic and my partner had fish slider buns, service was amazing,book tho because it gets busy as soon as it opens”

“Wanted somewhere close by for lunch to celebrate a couple of birthdays. Chose HQ and were not disappointed Whitebait fritter was superb as were the Fish & Chips. Service was outstanding. Will be back”

“Fantastic Drinks, I order the 1000ml Tropical Fruit Tea and my friend the peach slushy, pleasantly surprised at the quality of the ingredients used. Highly recommend”

“I've been visiting Gatau House Cafe recently and absolutely love it. Their coffee is consistently delicious, and the cakes are just amazing — fresh, flavorful, and a perfect match with a cup of coffee. As a student, I really appreciate the discount they offer, which makes it even more enjoyable. The service is superb, the staff are always friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The atmosphere in the cafe is wonderful too - calm, cozy, and relaxing, making it a perfect spot to study, catch up with friends, or just unwind. Highly recommend Gatau House to anyone looking for a great coffee and cake experience.”

“Food was delicious all day breakfast menu reasonable prices. Staff were friendly and service was quick was a busy morning public holidays Queens birthday. Dining area is very spacious lots of seating and car parking”

“Came on a very busy Sunday and were served pretty quick. Place was completely full of customers and yet our food was on our tables within 15 minutes. Opted for the Woolfy's Breakfast and the Bacon Eggs Benedict - both amazing with crispy bacon and perfectly poached eggs. Can see why this place is popular - would come back to try their cabinet food or other meals from their menu!”

“I've been there a few times a couple years ago until The Light Horse closed down. This used to be The Light Horse. Good location from my place. Food is still good. But How sad it is that they don't open on weekend. I hope they open on weekend. Will be back with friends.”

“This is a fantastic spot! I love the decor and the food. I ordered the rump steak, which was delicious. My partner enjoyed the vegetarian pasta, and my dad and mum both loved their dishes: the eye fillet melted in his mouth, and the crumbed chicken was delicious too. Service was excellent also. Will definitely go back, thanks again.”

“Ate here three times over the course of my weekend stay. Absolutely fantastic experience each time with both food and service.”

“Great customer service and food is always fresh and tasty! Love the chicken rice with fried egg! Sorry I’m so hungry already taken a bite!”

“Food here is amazing and decently sided and priced. I love their french toast in particular. Always easy to get a table and the tables are kept clean and clear. Food comes out quickly and staff are super friendly”

“I’ve had lunch a few times here recently (my apartment is a few hundred metres away). Both times the food has been good quality cafe-style fare, and prices are reasonable for the post-COVID environment. I like the place and food and expect to eat here two to three times a fortnight. Happy to recommend to locals, people visiting Central Park for business, and anyone else who doesn’t have small noisy offspring.”

“We flew in from Wellington. The place is so clean and the staff were busy keeping it that way regularly tidying and cleaning. So efficient. I had the Teriyaki Chicken panini toasted. It was absolutely delicious and fresh, and perfectly toasted. So yummy, the flavors were so good. My daughter had a breakfast Muffin, equally divine. We were served by Katlyn who made our Mochas. Best Mocha I have ever had. Done to perfection. Highly recommend.”

“Came here for opening on Saturday and we were blown away by the experience! Very happy with what Bruce and Leanne have done and an absolute testament to you both! Friendly service, food quality was excellent - drinks prices even more so too!”

“I had my 21st birthday party at Stonefields Public House and it was absolutely amazing! When I started planning months ago, the staff were so friendly and helpful when I came in to ask about hosting a 21st. The function space on the terrace was beautiful and could fit a large number of people. Their minimum spend for functions was so reasonable. I organised the catering and logistics over email, and they were so helpful and made the process of selecting food and drinks so easy. On the night they were so amazing, they helped us set up the space, the service was amazing, the food was delicious, and the drinks were amazing. We had our own bar in the space which was so cute. They were so accommodating with what we wanted. I made a playlist that they played over the speakers in the function space, and set up a photo slideshow to show on the TVs in the space as well. Honestly, I had the best 21st ever and they are the reason for it! 6 stars out of 5!!!”

“The food here is amazing and my favourite dish was the crispy wonton, very flavorful! Love the cosy and warm ambience. The servers were friendly. Happy customer and will definitely be back again!”

“Me and my fiance always come here quite often because of how delicious and amusing their food is! Their service is quick, straight to the point and top notch, I must say that one of their staff by the name of Zahraa has been an amazing team member and has shown her speedy and outstanding mind service, she is really what this establishment is all about! As for the establishment itself, it is clean and tidy and has many decent friendly customers who do interact with each other without causing any scene or problems. Overall, thanks for the decent food, service and to Zahraa for making it even better! I do apologize for not adding the remainder of the food we had but you must try!!!”

“I've been a regular at this cafe for a while now, and it continues to impress. The staff are friendly, personable, and always professional. It's the kind of place where being a regular feels genuinely appreciated. The cabinet food is my usual go to, always fresh and tasty. I particularly enjoy the beef pide and toasted banana loaf, but the cooked menu holds up just as well. Coffee is consistently enjoyable, which is something I value. The atmosphere is a good balance of enough background conversation to feel lively, but not too noisy to chat or get work done. The interior is clean and attractive, highly recommended for both catching up with others or solo work over a coffee. Particular shout out to the front of house staff, as it can get quite busy here at peak times but they work together like a well oiled machine.”

“The food was served hot, and we ordered the Hungry Bowl and Chicken Karaage Burger from their menu. Absolutely loved the food! I highly recommend anyone visiting Mission Bay Beach to stop by this café for a bite. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming.”