Cafe cuisine: the best places to taste it in Amberley

5 restaurant menus in New Zealand, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Little Vintage Espresso
Little Vintage Espresso
95/100 (1182 ratings)
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Cafe
New Zealand
New Zealand
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Juice & Smoothies
Cappuccino
Toasted Banana Bread
Eggs on Toast
Almond Latte
Breakfast Frittata
Hot Sauce Rack
Eggs Benedict
Coconut Capuccino
Toasts
Curried Egg Bagel
Juice & Smoothies
Sandwiches
BLT
Flat White
Sit down
Café
New Zealand
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Our whānau had an excellent lunch here, with something for kids and a vegetarian, as well as the standard fare. Delightful staff, tasty food, good..."
Karen Elliott
"Not a bad wee Cafe! It's a cute building with not much seating inside but that adds to the coziness I think. Good selection of cabinet food, the..."
Morgan Williams
"Great breakfast!! Toasted banana bread with bacon and maple syrup and hot choclate was a great treat. Lovely people..."
C B
"Great coffee and delicious cabinet food. Would recommend calling in on your way though! Cute spoons with the..."
Craig Browning
"Good coffee..nice staff..tasty mushrooms on lovely grained toast bread and a generous side order of salmon. Well worth the trip out from..."
Nomes Beaumont
"Love this place. The brekkie pie is excellent, really good coffee and the cabinet food all good. A great place to call in if driving from..."
John Dean
"Seriously, the caramel cheesecake... OMG!... So so good. Great coffee Excellent table service Lovely genuine..."
Aaron McLoughlin
"Amazing selection of cabinet food and breakfast options. Finished off by the best coffee around and a caramel slice to die..."
Nicholas Dollin
"Had the most amazing chai latte and salmon and cream cheese bagel here! Blown away by both. The atmosphere was cozy and charming; definitely worth..."
Serendipitous Rose X
"It is a really nice place to relax while having a light lunch. The staff are very friendly and..."
Nora Knight
Topp Stop Cafe
Topp Stop Cafe
90/100 (303 ratings)
Quick Bites
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
New Zealand
Cafe
Cafe
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
New Zealand
Café
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Seating
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Cheap Eats
"Helpful friendly staff. Good selection of food from the cabinet or the blackboard menu us a FANTASTIC vegan menu. Comfortable rustic atmosphere...."
Helen Brennan
"Really good mince pie and good price too. Oh, and the coffee was one of the best I've had on NZ so far. Perfect stop on a drive along Highway..."
Alastair Cox
"Good coffee, amazing burger... More than fair prices! Lovely..."
Tobias Klevenz
"We took the grandkids for lunch here. The food was fresh and delicious. Everything was clean and comfortable. They have magazines to share and a..."
Keith Douthett
"Very good service, great coffee and a lovely breakfast. Clean and tidy. Was made to feel very welcome even though we were first in the door. Made us..."
Lynsey McIntosh
"Wow! This place is awesome, lovely helpful staff, very tasty fresh food and a nice ambiance. The sign outside doesn't do this cafe justice but beyond..."
Roger Coles
"Owner Zoe is brilliant, wants her customers to feel welcome and warm. Food is top notch and good value for money. We love the coffee and muffin..."
Sharon Hayward
"Consistently substantial and well prepared food. Great coffee. Possibly the best avo mash and soft poached eggs I've ever eaten. (To date there was a..."
Susan Yule
"Topp cafe! Food and coffee excellent and they cater to all the tricky people like me! Keto, vegan, gluten free options. Pies great. Our new fave for..."
Fleur Sharplin
"An amazing place who know their stuff with food allergies! Definately one of our regular spots now! So much variety with funky decor. Inspirational..."
Melissa Greenwood
"Good tasting food, very reasonably..."
Peter H
"Comfortable atmosphere, food is alright. The hot chocolate I had was far too chocolatley, I just couldn't drink it- and I like chocolate, it wasn't..."
candice campbell-schlegel
"It's was amazzing I'm all ways smiling when I go I there. Customer service is fabulous... really lovely people grate energy. The chef makes the best..."
sid Cole
"What an amazing place to have lunch out! I had the burger combo and not only were the burgers massive, mouth watering and delicious but the price was..."
Tim Moule
"Allways a lovely experiance.plts i have my very own..."
Barry Frost
"Partner got an Açai bowel it was nice and big and tasted amazing! Crispy chicken burger was amazing too one of the best burgers I’ve had! Owner is..."
Sam Gough
"Lovely time out in this cafe with very good food selection ,good prices and young , friendly staff. A real pleasure to stop in here at Amberley. We..."
Lyn Wild
"Good parking . Choice of indoor / outdoor dining . Humorous posters and entertaining TV , fill the brief time till your meal is delivered . Top..."
Murray Denniston
"A nice place to stop for a bite. The pies we had were delicious, plenty of filling, crisp pastry, nice and hot, and brought to our table quickly...."
Peter L
Spoon Cafe
Spoon Cafe
90/100 (145 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Cafe
Pizza
Deli
Grill
Grill
New Zealand
New Zealand
Deli
Cafe
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mince on Toast with 2 Poached Eggs and Garnish on Top Also Bacon and Mushrooms
Lump Rice You Dont Like It
Burger
Café
Deli
New Zealand
Grill
Café
Pizza
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"We stopped here for breakfast and were highly impressed. The coffee was delicious, the eggs benedict were also really yum and a good price. Staff..."
Julia T
"Love stopping here for a bite, food is always outstanding, coffee and hot chocolates were great too. Staff are very friendly and..."
Warrick Steer
"I came here daily whilst staying in Amberley recently. The cheese scones are outstanding and I had my daily indulgence heated up each time. The..."
Lynley Allison
"Very very good. We stopped here on the way to Nelson and again on our way back. Both times the service was great and the food outstanding. Great..."
Peter Boyce
"I find it really nice. The food is really nice with plenty of great things to eat from well filled sandwiches to beautiful meals..."
Nora Knight
"Lovely place to stop, nice food and well presented. Coffee was the best I've ever had. Staff were friendly, nice to see the things on the walls..."
mrtanewai
"We like coming down for a burger, they are yummy and full of flavour but last time we paid $23 and only got 7 chips with our chicken burger, which is..."
Sophie Jackson
"I had the yummiest meal absolutely..."
Gina peni
"I had a really good chicken brie pie and a nice iced coffee! Would definitely come..."
MCplicki
"Amazing place. Very accommodating with our big group. Definitely will go back..."
Tarsha McNicholl
"Atmosphere usually leaves a little to be desired (often super quiet) HOWEVER the quality of the food and service these guys are putting out..."
Joshua Cross
"Stopped at the z station to fill up and they were busy so I popped nextdoor to Bunco's for a take out coffee, very happy I did, the beans used were..."
Jen Han
"Great food! The best pizzas we have bought..."
Hopeful Disciple
"Excellent toastie sandwiches, great price, great..."
Rowena Holder
"I only ever write reviews if they are deserving, whether it be good or bad. This place is bloody brilliant. I'm a truck driver and stopped in on my..."
Elliot Chan
"My friend & I drove all the way from Christchurch for a coffee in Amberley & it was so well worth it!! The food was so full of flavor, so delicious &..."
Michelle Doherty
"Had the deep fried chicken burger and it was one of the best texture and flavour journey my mouth has ever been on. Chips are hand cut and perfect,..."
Caleb Mitchell
"Great staff, great food and great..."
Kay Gee
"The nachos were amazing,very friendly..."
sarah crooks
Nor'wester Cafe
Nor'wester Cafe
80/100 (1037 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
European
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
New Zealand
International
International
Cafe
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Flat White
Eggs on Toast
Latte
Farmhouse Breakfast
Scrambled eggs
Toasts
Chicken& Mushrooms
Mexican Chicken Sandwich
Omelette
Steak Sandwich
Dumplings
Waffles
Eggs Benedict w Spinach
Creamy Mushrooms Vegan Style
Banana Choc Muffin
Pasta
Steak Sandwich
Hot Chicken and Bacon Salad
Salad
BLT
Risotto
Cakes
Salmon
Lamb
Fish & chips
Pesto
Fish & Chips
Fish
Sandwiches
Pork
Burger
Sit down
Café
International
New Zealand
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Brunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The Nor'Wester cafe has been a regular for the past few years. There is a noticeable difference with the change of ownership, and pleased to report..."
Metro Jayne
"We often eat here on the way home from the hot pools at Hanmer Springs. Kids usually have the pizza, its so nice to note tho that there is not the..."
Carmen Collett
"One of the coolest and coziest cafe I have ever been too. A must stop over when driving pass Amberley. I have been here for lunch and dinner in the..."
Nancy Liu
"A little late in writing this as it was 18 months ago when I first came to New Zealand! Now I live here, so...Recommended to us by the..."
Vanessa Taylor
"Great cozy place. Excellent service and food. Love..."
Jo
"Came for lunch on a Sunday. Wonderful food. The menu has options that can be made plant-based. All that's needed is to make the menu more plant-based..."
Megan Andrews
"The coffees are great! Food is perfect and delicious! Staff are very friendly, helpful and efficient. They are a very good start of the..."
Angelita Kennedy
"Always an amazing stop to eat and relax. Food is super tasty and the service from everyone is..."
stace hema
"Coffee and a date scone were just right! In fact, my hubby went back for a second scone as they were so yum. Well done,..."
Judith Uden
"Just got two takeaway coffees and two slices to take away. 3 young staff member's, very friendly and fabulous service. Food and excellent and coffee..."
Faye Cowper
"Great service very nice..."
Angela Sawyers
"Great atmosphere. Friendly staff. Food and coffee excellent! We’ll be back..."
Mandy Baigent
"Cozy spot, they make a good soy latte and have lots of cooked and counter food options. Staff was very attentive and helpful. Good wifi if you need..."
Megan Chang
"Good food, great location. Tables need to be wiped off properly, as they were..."
Ashu Kedia
"Had a lovely breakfast here. Good ambience, warm, friendly..."
Putri Asmarani
"Great staff with excellent food to enjoy, The ambiance is..."
Nora Knight
"Great service and a quick turnaround on our meals. Friendly staff, tasty food, and a pleasant homely atmosphere. Thank you, Nor'..."
Kim Bliss
"Haven't been to this Cafe for years but wouldn't hesitate to go for a ride from Chch for lunch. Lovely friendly staff and cabinet food very..."
Heather Dellow
"I was met by a lovely young lady named Meg, I felt so welcomed and thoroughly enjoyed her service. Would come back based on the customer service I..."
sarah hotter
"Lovely place. Nice staff and excellent..."
Daniela Anderson
"We had a fantastic lunch here today. All staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was great and the prices reasonable. Definitely worth a..."
Karl Swart
"Most enjoyable time Will definitely go there again Great food..."
Paul Sinclair
"Excellent coffee and a much needed booster while on the road. Great service, warm and..."
Sarah Clark
Country Oven Bakery Cafe
Country Oven Bakery Cafe
79/100 (990 ratings)
Quick Bites
Bakeries
Fast food
Cafe
New Zealand
Cafe
New Zealand
Fast Food
Drinks
Lunch
Brunch
Cheese Scones
Egg on Toast
Breakfast Stack
Café
New Zealand
Café
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Takeout
Drinks
Brunch
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Love to visit Country Oven. The staff are really friendly and always happy to see and serve you. Their food i well prepared. I can recommend the..."
Nora Knight
"Beautiful bakery. We had their coffee and brownie which beat all bakeries we had been too Australia! NZ Amberley Pies is where it is at. Kind and..."
james
"I can't speak highly enough of this lovely cafe. Service is good and food reasonably priced. As we only travel down this way, from the North Island..."
Garry Gray
"Fabulous food, great customer service, definitely worth to stop over when you drive by, highly recommend steak pie. Got out door seating area as well..."
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"Great service, proper pot of tea, and a good cinnamon apple scroll - this is a homely and comfortable cafe with friendly staff and a fair selection..."
Jacqui Nokes
"Great food, great friendly, helpful service. Can highly recommend their bacon scrolls and crossiants. We will be..."
Ann Parker
"The apple cinnamon scroll was absolutely delicious as was the breakfast stack. I asked for a chai with oat milk and they didnt have any so i grabbed..."
Awatea Teaukura
"Absolutely fantastic customer service. We will be definitely stopping in for a coffee and a cheese scone when we drive past next..."
Christine Kitto
"Wow. I've just had the best panini that I've ever had. The Spearmint milkshake even tasted like an actual spearmint milkshake too. Like it did when I..."
John Doe
"Coffee was great, quiet atmosphere, staff was..."
Jesse Creagh
"First time visiting. Lovely mince and cheese pie. To the absolutely lovely smiling lady behind the counter, it was a pleasure meeting you I wish a..."
Kris and Jeff W
"Lovely Cafe an staff food beautiful an..."
Elena Williams
"I love a plain mice pie.. their's was good.. I scoffed it before I thought of a photo.. Great easy parking area to get into from main road even if..."
Barb A