The best Quick Bites in Lower Hutt | Sluurpy updated in April

Sweet Vanilla Kitchen

89/100 (1955 ratings)

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"I had the delicious beetroot stack which was a risotto ball with all sorts of delicious cheeses inside and out! Good value and very filling.My..."

Octagon Pie

"The chicken filo parcel is amaaaazing! So delicious. Cheesy rolls were a bit overpriced but taste good, wish you could buy separately instead of in a..."

Cheeseburger

"Easily our favourite cafe in all of Wellington. Coffee is always great and we have never had a bad bite of food. Highly recommend the grilled..."

Sam Telfer

"Love sweet vanilla. Their coffee is consistently great and their food too. True it is small but that's what makes it so cosy. They have a great..."

Nicole Jordan Nevin

"Great cafe - the coffee is well made and the food is delicious. The cabinet is always full of yummy treats and the service is lovely. The only down..."

Steph Seagar

"This is our local and we have never had a bad meal or cake. The caramal and rhubarb cake is a must try. It does get really busy so book if you want a..."

Rebecca Clancy

"This is a regular Friday lunch destination for my mother and I as it’s a cute and quaint cafe for Lower Hutt. I always get the Halloumi Stack and..."

Hannah.milne11

"So lovely! Went in this morning for breakfast with a friend, I got the Banana bread and they were very kind and accommodated when I said I just..."

Em

"Lunch here today. The food was really good. Fantastic cafe meals in relation to taste, portion size, gluten free options and value. The coffee was..."

Mary T-soon

"Very cramped but food is great. Typical NZ cafe fare so nothing too inventive but very well done, and cakes/coffee etc are also very good. Seems to..."

Tessa J. Houghton

"I find it hard to write a review on this place, the reason being that I am somewhat ambivalent about it. The location is weird being off the main..."

PeterMS

"Lower Hutt' best kept brunch cafe. Small corner cafe not far from the city centre. Offers healthy twists on kiwi classics. Super fresh ingredients,..."

Epicurious Nomad

"Huge portions, the staff were great friendly staff, who wouldn't love it. I will definitely be returning especially for the breakfastThanks so much ..."

Ashleigh Jones

"Not a café that is easily comeacrossable, but it is worth a slight detour. An old, rather cute, solitary corner shop in a residential area south of..."

Duncan Galletly

"Enjoyed a lovely breakfast, very beautifully presented. Quantities suitable. Taste lovely. The one drawback was fridge-cold salmon in the Eggs..."

Stephen Harrison

"When looking for a place to live, distance to the nearest coffee/ brunch place is a key factor for me. Imagine my delight then, while exploring the..."

Jenjaroo

"Great wee place for coffee and a sweet treat. Cabinet selection is gorgeous but there is more to choose from on a Saturday. Very friendly service..."

Siobhan

"A small cosy cottage. After reading the reviews, I decided to have a try. Lunch time is really busy, not easy to find a parking in the street. Quite..."

Megan Xuan

"Great location. Great food, Good service. Tricky if you're a big group - sad for others if you are - can be a bit noisy - but the food more than..."

AGB

"Delicious food, friendly service and a homely atmosphere. Had breakfast here on a Saturday morning at 9:15am, not too busy and plenty of tables..."

Anna Perelini

"I really respect a cafe that bakes their own cakes and slices. Vanilla's prices are very good and the portion sizes are more than enough. I would..."

Carol Grounsell

"We went here today and it was busy (sunday lunch) but managed to get a table. The staff are very friendly and attenative, there where some very good..."

Aklesha Morrison

"We love Sweet Vanilla. The staff, the food, the coffee. Great variety, nicely thought out and well presented. A choice of several rooms to suit your..."

Ben Adams

"I had my baby shower here last weekend. There were 22 of us in total and the staff had put one room completely aside for us. We all came up and..."

Sandra

"Excellent coffee (they do Coffee Supreme!) and yummy Portobello meal and French Toast. Friendly staff with nice outdoor area for seating. Definitely..."

Vivian

"After hearing great things about Sweet Vanilla Kitchen, I was keen to try it for myself and was not disappointed. Set in an old house, there is a..."

Caffeinated Weka

"We go every Sunday to this restaurant.... Staff and owner are fabulous, always ask where our 3 yr grandchild is if we don't take her. Food Devine and..."

Jennie Turner

"Wow!!! Amazing food and fantastic service. The food in the cabinet always looks fresh and the girls always have a smile on their face even when..."

Zoe S

"I've taken the special lady in my life for breakfast and it has been the best breakfast we've had in NZ to date. After being here for 3 years i think..."

Oliver-Rees Campbell

"Had lunch at this cafe on Saturday. The food was some of the best I've had at a cafe. The coffee was nice and hot, not luke warm like a lot of cafes..."

Sandra McIvor

"The place looks great and the food is even better!Will be going back! Had some caramel slice and my friend had the passionfruit cheesecake. We..."

Paulette Scott

"I disagree with the previous review. I have been going to Sweet Vanilla Kitchen since they opened 4 weeks ago, as it is so good having something in..."

Trish Delbridge

"My Parents and my children and I went there this week to check it out seen it had changed management.The service was so friendly and the coffee..."

Rachelle Noble

"We had the garlic mushrooms for breakfast. They were already busy at 7.30 am. Still prompt serving our breakfast. Coffee was even quicker. Very tasty..."

Clara Wallace

"It was busy but service spirit was still great and patient! We had salmon bagel stack, pancakes, cheesecake and coffees. They have a nice keto and gf..."

Jan Yeo

"SVK ... you are my favorite secret! I knew when I saw your loaded cabinet and heard the buzzing of happy people that I had struck gold! The only..."

Moana Ormsby

"Reserved brunch for two as it's necessary when busy. Preorder meals, that way your not queued up in service. Ok, meal was absolutely delicious...."

Brendon Gee

"Went to SVK for brunch today, catching up with friends & their 6month old. The staff had a high chair ready & were accommodating with heating his..."

Nicki Waa

"Usually long waiting time. Nice place with good food. Definitely good portion sizes! Only item I wouldn't recommend so far are the blue Berry..."

N Reynolds

"Always a pleasure to visit. I've never had a sub standard meal here and the service is always great. Love that the menu changes with the seasons and..."

Jocelyn Brewer

"This place never fails to deliver great food with excellent..."

Shannon Patangata

"Lovely lunch here. Was very busy, but found a spot in the little courtyard outside. Staff were great and food was nice. My eggs bene were perfectly..."

Key Man

"What an amazing little place! The selection of food is impressive. Meals are great. Lunch time is busy so plan..."

Chuck J

Beannie Cafe

86/100 (1134 ratings)

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"Can never get enough of this place when I'm in wellys, great food, great service, and that Snickers slice is..."

Lee Martin

"Every time I pop into Beanie the staff always are so friendly! Plus the food and coffee are top notch! It's a must, if your in the petone..."

Morgan Jane Samuels

"One of my absolute fav Cafes! Service is awesome, coffee is always on point, food is delicious (especially the cheese scones) and the atmosphere ..."

Georgia May McNeill

"Went there for brunch on Thursday, the food was soooooo lush. The staff were grand, my kinda place....will be back very..."

Tarn Mahna Mahna

"So amazing and delicious! Super friendly staff and would recommend to anyone �..."

Ella Anderson

"this was such an amazing little cafe with great food and service; the people working there were..."

Maddie Christie

"5 gains toast scrambled eggs 10/10👌 coffee was on point..."

Matthew Mcgregor

"Loved the whole atmosphere of this place,, the food was scrumptious and service was fantastic... Definitely going back there when I am next in..."

Raewyne Whitcombe Walker

"We love the cafe, the food and the friendly staff.Always a good breakfast and they open early on..."

Melpaul Conyers

"Great kai with awesome portions and service with friendly people. Absolutely will be going back there..."

Lisa Kareko

"Hippest cafe on the planet! � Mother-daughter team are on point..."

Amy Collins

"Yummy food, awesome service & right in the centre of Jackson Street. If you're in the neighbourhood for a coffee or some food - check out..."

Brady Dyer

"awesome service and food,will definitely go again,nice and..."

Kamla Masalawalla

"Come all the way from Hataitai to eat here. One of my..."

Charlotte Richmond

"Omg probably the best hot chocolate ive ever tried in my life!cabinet food amazing to and the staff so friendly and chattyLove the artwork..."

Mini

"This cafe is just amazing, staff are so amazing and friendly, the food and coffee is amazing, even the cabinet food is it to die for, love bringing..."

Jason Leef

"Amazing staff that makes me feel at home serving scrumptious food that allows for pets. When you bring your dog the first thing staff do is bring..."

Logan

"The specialty stuffed French toast was outstanding! So much fresh fruit and the cream cheese filling was inspired. Can’t wait to order it again...."

Smalljude

"Absolutely fantastic! We were in Petone for three nights and went here for breakfast three days in a row!! Food, coffee and service all outstanding...."

Annemarie M

"Absolutely LOVE!!! everything about this gem and then some. Scrumptious food - both off menu and in cabinet is always served looking devine by..."

Rott Star

"Was super impressed by the vegetarian options we tried (we are in no way vegetarian lol) . Was so filling , portion size was large , and tasty . Food..."

Tasha

"Stopped in one day and was quietly surprised at this wee gem. Delicious food, friendly service and a relaxed, though busy atmosphere. Look forward to..."

Laurie Kapelle

"Fantastic place, great friendly staff. They have a caramel slice to die for and every time I’ve had eggs Benedict it’s cooked to perfection...."

Isabelle Rose May Kircher

"Best pasta i have had in..."

Elite19901223

"I've been to Beannie Cafe a few times and every time my coffee is prefect. Also the staff are friendly and the food is delicious. Good vibes..."

Becca

"Some of the best food I have ever tasted at this cafe. The coffee is above average. The chocolate cake is awesome. I have been here a couple of times..."

Ian De Terte

"Love the food, location, staff and the coffee is just grand. Found it to be busy all the times for it's a little small. But if I can squeeze in I'll..."

Kerryn Yeats

"Great coffee and friendly staff. Consistently good coffee. My only complaint is how long it can take for the coffee orders to come out,..."

Johann Go

"Well I am new to wellington n were lost so fortunately somehow we reached market area of lower hutt (petone) n there we found this gem.I ordered..."

Priyanka Silswal

"The best and most generous serving of French toast in Wellington! Loaded with fruit. The cafe has a courtyard out back which is perfect for weekend..."

Angela Liu

"Excellent food and very nice staff. They should consider going smoke-free though. Sitting in the cafe proper with wafts of smoke coming from the..."

Steve Plowman

"Beannie epitomises everything I love about Wellington brunch spots. Super friendly, casual and unique. Great service with a smile, awesome coffee and..."

Rhi Godwin

"The coffee was fine, nothing wrong with it at all. However, the wait to receive it was unacceptable, given there were only two other diners in the..."

Rhiannon At Large

"I am a loyal beannie fan, i will always make the effort to travel to Petone just for brunch. Coffee is fantastic, food is top notch. Awesome kids..."

Candice Russell

"Loved the food !We ordered the iced coffee (amazing), the chicken and bacon burger (huge, got a little messy but sooo good!), the chicken panini..."

Jayita

"Food was entirely satisfactory and enjoyable, service was quick and friendly, and the atmosphere was pleasant. I will go there again. Great..."

Stephen Harrison

"Amazing food. What a surprise to see the most beautiful baguettes filled with simple filings. It was like being back in France on holiday all over!..."

Richard

"I eat at Beannie most Sundays before work, but last week was the first time I had time to enjoy something off their menu. I had the salmon eggs..."

Adaire Ward

"Big beannie is the go huge plate of amazing breaky great way to start the day. Friendly staff great coffee and awesome iced coffee too! Recommended..."

Sam Smits

"Have been loyal Beannie fans for the last few years and still love it! The staff are onto it, Josh makes superb coffees, and I'm yet to try anything..."

Siobhan

"Good food, and good service. I enjoy going..."

Chris

"Food was nice, hot and delicious.Service at till was awesome, super friendly and patient.Barista is a legend, nice coffee.Food was of..."

Olivia Jane

"Wonderful feel and atmosphere! Big beanie breakfast was to die for and very filling. If you are like me a big eater then this ones for you.Food..."

Luisa Tuisamoa

"I agree that this cafe rocks! The staff is the friendliest I have encountered in Wellington: ) Me and my son drove from the city to visit a house in..."

Janelle

"Judged on coffee alone, Beannie consistently delivers in the morning. Enthusiastic and energetic staff certainly help get you going..."

James Lamb

"This cafe rocks! The staff are fantastic, the food is divine and the coffee lovely. I have eaten at this Cafe a good few times now, sometimes for..."

Debbie Tauvae

"This place is excellent, my wife and i met 2 friends for a late breakfast, 2 eggs benny with salmon, blt, surf and turf less the prawns added..."

Erica Tappin

"A wee gem I believe - see my full blog..."

Heather Clinton

"I saw the Beannie Cafe advertised in a Wellington Business Magazine so my Friend and I decided to try it. I have now dined at the Cafe 3 times. Each..."

Angela R

"I'm part of a yoga group who has started using this cafe because it is close to where we do yoga and we heard it was good and affordable. But it..."

Sally Ann Smith

"What a great new cafe in Jackson St! Owned & run by the same lady who had Palace Cafe a while back (which has gone way down since the change of..."

Jan

"The perfect place for a coffee or lunch, the food was great cafe food all made to a high standard with good ingredients. The staff were all super..."

Angela Brown

"Good food which came out quickly. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Huge helpings and good cabinet food. Great prices as..."

Daniel Stone

"Visited today for quick afternoon pit stop. Had the Salmon & Cream cheese hash, friend had the vege option, both lovely and came with small side of..."

Debcee

"Busy, quirky hidden gem on Jackson St. This was my first visit and I'd definitely go back there again. The counter food options looked amazing, but..."

Haydi Foster

"This place is such a surprise. Located in the heart of Petone, Cafe Beannie got the best breakfast deals on the block. Every dish is prepared heart..."

Karen Fereira

"Coffee was fantastic. Big Beanie breakfast was fabulous, was a queue when we walked in but fast service with a smile made is it vanish. Food was fast..."

Ian Mattler

"I was treated to a wonderful meal, made & served by friendly staff. We ordered a Big Beannie, Breakfast Burrito & Mexican Brekky with 2 Mochas & Iced..."

Brendon Gee

"Nice experience here, good food, although the pie I had (which had really nice ingredients) was most probably microwaved so I would avoid that on a..."

Kane Lynn

"Food in a flash. Simple scrambled eggs and bacon for breakfast. Food came quickly as did the coffee and you can't beat the price. Great Havana..."

kampjes

"All day breakfast was great value for money, well presented, and hot (without burning my mouth). Highly recommend this café. Coffee was great also...."

Steve Hunt

"I had a very tasty eggs bene here, and a great coffee as well. Staff were really helpful and..."

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