Popped in here for some lunch and I LOVE burgers. Saw they had "The Carterton Burger" on the menu so thought I'd give it a go.
Not expecting much from this cafe but WHOAH!
What came out was one of the bigger burgers I've had!
It was delicious. Place was cool and staff were great.
On a recent roadtrip we stopped here for a quick coffee and a bite to eat. Im so happy i picked the savoury muffin from the cabinet! Cutting into the muffin and finding a dollop of cream cheese in the centre was such a delight that we stopped there again on the way back.
Brilliant little cafe - not an extensive menu but great cabinet food to make up for it. I had the salmon frittata and it was delicious! The spinach Benedict was also very good, although the eggs a little too runny. Highly recommend the vege muffin - it tastes incredible and has a cheesy centre. Also I couldn't fault the friendly service
I've been here many times to just buy cake and the last time I had a meal here was prior to Zomato being available, so I thought it time for a review. The first time I went here more than 6 years ago, the cakes were amazing. Now the variety is not the same and they can be a bit under-whelming (especially the black forest gateaux which is filled with too much solid mock cream). Today I had the salmon eggs benny & tea; hubby had the big breakfast - he hates mushrooms and tomatoes so I inherited those. The food is obviously from fresh Wairarapa produce (as pictured). Enjoyable but not outstanding. The lovely lady behind the counter offered me a large teapot and a single price so it was great not having to ask for extra hot water. It is still probably the best cafe in Carterton.
Other review must have been a very bad day! Local Cafe for me and never been disappointed. Fresh food. Awesome cook! Always good for a bacon and egg breakfast. Food is great and a big selection. Can't fault. Try the vegetarian muffins, not a vegetarian but they are beautiful heated up!
I make sure I Visit here every time I am visiting from Australia, every year or so. Good food, Awesome Coffee, great staff. Gets busy for lunch but worth the wait. Not sure about the negative reviews, I have been a repeat customer for 8 years I stay in the area for a week or 2 and visit every day while I am here and the experience has always been great. Did I mention the Awesome Coffee.
After a random Google search for food in carterton I chose these guys to fill the hunger gap.
The ham cheese and tomato croissant was tasty and fresh, coffee was great and the ginger and pistachio slice had an awesome crunchy base.. it took me right back to the crunchy ginger slices of the 1980s.
Outstanding
Enjoyed a Big Brekky meal, while the wife had a generous Pancake Stack meal with bananas & bacon. A nice collection of organic food & drinks adorn the cabinets. Friendly staff, served with a smile. Lovely unique establishment with a country feel.
Nov 2023
The food on offer here is the best on offer in this area. Having been here before, we like the food and service along with the atmosphere. This is certainly a popular cafe / bakery. Would recommend this cafe to anyone who lives or passes through Carterton.
Friendly staff were very welcoming to our large group of teenage trampers. Great food selection and lovely coffee.
Had never been here before even though my whānau rave about it all the time and I think my mum has had a small gathering here too but I love it. The kai was delicious and fresh. The coffee was very much welcomed after the crazy wet weather we had been experiencing. Thank you team, I'll be back for sure 😊
Had breakfast here when we went for the daffodil festival..The staff were friendly…wedges were crispy on the outside n fluffy inside..just perfect..carrot cake was a bit tooo sweet but custard slice was spot on.. gud coffee as well.. restrooms were clean n the interiors are very cosy
Great variety both in the cabinet and made to order. Had the garlic mushrooms which was super delicious. My daughter tried the New York croquettes and also the pancakes. She said the pancakes were delicious but a bit on the dry side.
I go there now food is very good 👍
Nice breakfast and well made coffee. A must stop when heading through this way.
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