Excellent breakfast choice with free street parking nearby.
The berry pancakes with mascarpone and the salmon omelette were splendid. The salmon wasn't too salty and the berries were really good, not super sweet as is often the case . Lots of coffee options and other hot / cold drinks available. Pet friendly cafe.
Popped into the common for a family brunch this morning, food and service was delightful. The coffee and cabinet food is exceptional, we ordered menu food as well which was fantastic! We ended up back there for dinner, highly recommend the Pad Thai 🤩
We recently dined at The Common for dinner and had a mixed experience. Despite the restaurant being crowded, the staff seemed understaffed, leading to some confusion with the orders. The waiter mistakenly served us food intended for other customers. Additionally, the coffee I ordered was not served until the end of our meal, so I had to take it home.
On the positive side, the food itself was delicious. We particularly enjoyed the pan-seared scallops and pan-seared salmon; they were cooked to perfection. Another highlight was the availability of toys for children, which kept our toddler entertained throughout the meal.
Overall, we had a pleasant dining experience in terms of food quality and the availability of toys for our child. We hope that in the future, The Common addresses the staffing concern to ensure a smoother and more enjoyable dining experience.
We would definitely still consider visiting again when we find ourselves in Akaroa.
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