I stop in here briefly to pass a little time before meeting a flight at the airport. I wish I have more time, as the service is very pleasant from the young lady with the (French?) accent, and if I wasn’t piling on the kilos from eating out so much on my month long holiday in NZ, I would certainly be tempted with the goods in the display cabinet. All I can manage today is a berry smoothie, sweetened with honey and yoghurt. The balance of consistency and sweetness is spot on, and I’m in my happy place.
There are a lot of seats, spread over three areas, and the decor is clean and functional, with some nice pieces gracing the walls - I especially love the large mirror, which looks like it’s framed in a door frame, with industrial fridge hinges. There’s also Nadia Liam’s latest magazine near my table, which makes for inspirational browsing. Keep up the great work team.
Great coffee, great food and reasonable pricing! Can't ask for much more really! We had the French toast and eggs on toast with added hash browns and hollandaise.
I have had two very memorable dining experiences here. Some of the most incredibly tasty food I have ever eaten to be honest. Highlights include fish pie and cheese souffle which you absolutely must try if you visit. Price point is an accurate reflection of the quality of service and food - super professional, super efficient, fantastic quality, perfect execution. This place is an asset to Lyall Bay. If you live in Wellington you must visit here at least once. It won't disappoint.
Every morning these guys make the best coffee to date in Wellington.
Friendly staff always onto it as they remember their regulars coffee orders when entering.
Their awesome 'text your order ' system is great for when you're in a hurry and need your coffee or food asap .
Highly recommend this place if you're around the bay .
Stopped in here with my 2 young kids after activities nearby. The entrance area is a bit tight but quite a decent amount of seating at the back, including a small kids play area.
Staff were wonderfully welcoming and put together a toasted cheese sandwich which wasn't even on the menu. I had the scrambled eggs on ciabatta which was really good.
Will definitely return when next in the area
This is the second time I have been here for brunch and both times the food has been delish. It has a great cozy feeling inside perfect to get away from the windy weather outside! Their lunch menu looks great too am definitely keen to come back and try the macaroni cheese!
Been here many times and love it. The Goats cheese soufflé with salad is to die for! Add to this - super friendly staff and prompt service, even on busy weekends. This cafe is Lyall Bay's best.
Dropped in on my way to the airport for a hot chocolate. Nice looking place. Ordered Large HChoc. more a medium. Nice cacao powder used. Life Foods? Slices nice but small little bland tasting lemon slice. Banana cake authentic home cooked lovely.
Place had a good vibe when you walk in and the food looks appetising. I only stayed for a coffee but it was a nice coffee, good service, fast too which was great even though they were busy. Coffee didnt seem very strong but was nice. Will be back.
Wonderful coffee! Ordered a long black to go and it was bang on. Thanks Mr Barista! The spinach and cheese scone... Could take it or leave it. Look forward to dining in however, as it looks as though that's the way to go.
You've got to check out The (new) Wine Bar. Open on Friday and Saturday nights - a fabulous combo of great wines (the staff know their stuff), Gins, Aperol Spritz, beer, a snack food. It had a neighbourhood feel with the warmest, genuine, friendly welcome. We hear live music is coming up soon too. I recommend going for an early evening drink and a walk on stunning Lyall Bay beach to watch the sunset. Perfect!
Real good alternative to Maranui if you don’t care about the view. Service and food is top notch and also cater for coeliacs. Always go for the eggs on toast but also recently had the cheese soufflé which was also good. Do good coffee here as well!
Lovely friendly service with great ALLPRESS coffee and Harney Tea and delicious food. Wheelchair and stroller accessible and washrooms too.
I stop in here briefly to pass a little time before meeting a flight at the airport. I wish I have more time, as the service is very pleasant from the young lady with the (French?) accent, and if I wasn’t piling on the kilos from eating out so much on my month long holiday in NZ, I would certainly be tempted with the goods in the display cabinet. All I can manage today is a berry smoothie, sweetened with honey and yoghurt. The balance of consistency and sweetness is spot on, and I’m in my happy place.
There are a lot of seats, spread over three areas, and the decor is clean and functional, with some nice pieces gracing the walls - I especially love the large mirror, which looks like it’s framed in a door frame, with industrial fridge hinges. There’s also Nadia Liam’s latest magazine near my table, which makes for inspirational browsing. Keep up the great work team.
It is always lovely to be greeted by Chris and Nick, as well as all the team. We enjoy the ambience of Elements, the amazing service, the care which goes into the food preparation, and the great coffee. Thank you so much. Very much appreciated and a place we look forward to visiting.
Busy on a windy Sunday, but the staff seated my friend and I within 10mins. The menu was inventive with interesting ingredients including my favourite bread - Midnight Baker bread. I had the chicken liver pâté and asked for the buckwheat bread by Midnight Baker, which the café kindly swapped at no extra charge. I hadn’t had pâté in ages, and this was delicious - not too heavy/strong in flavour, smooth and rich texture, complemented nicely with cranberry jelly and a chunky beetroot relish.
Would love to revisit once I’m back in Wellington.
Lovely food with large portion sizes
The atmosphere at this cafe was great for brunch and the food was delicious. The black pudding extremely delicious! The staff were externally friendly. I disagree with previous comments about small portion sizes, all the portions were generous
Just a note that I think things are unsalted intentionally but this wasn't a big issue at all, plenty of salt on the table
Honestly the freshly made bread here is out of this world... Add that to the super friendly service, the amazing meals, unbelievable cinnamon ring donuts etc and you have your new favourite cafe location.
The vanilla milkshake was heavenly!!! the vegan toastie was fresh and crispy. Amazing place!
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