We walked here from our hotel on a beautiful sunny morning. Lots of pups enjoying coffee with their…read moreowners. We went with the cinnamon rolls, warmed up and served with butter. I had another amazing latte. Service was great. Loved the views from our table. Great place for breakfast.

Amazing spot! Perched above the water with a great view of the surfers. Food was divine. And…read moreservice super friendly. Hope to go back!

This place makes amazing food and coffee, definitely recommend. Staff are friendly and efficient…read moreand the chefs and bakers know what they're doing.

Went here for coffee…read more Old-school free play arcade machines to play whilst you wait. Coffee was decent and really enjoyed the ambience, murals are great.

Clean, quiet, local coffee shop-…read more Such an incredible coffee shop -- my family has been traveling around New Zealand for a few weeks with a home base in Dunedin and this is our favorite spot. We walk here every morning for coffee and pastries (15/10 recommend the savory muffin, but everything is amazing). They have soup and sandwiches, too, including vegetarian options. The coffee is perfect, Christine and all the staff are so welcoming, and the atmosphere is perfect for a quick pop in or a longer stay. Chat up the locals, read the paper, or quietly plan your next journey while enjoying a nibble or sandwich-- We will definitely be back!!

This restaurant was a recommendation by a hotel clerk. The service was indifferent but based on…read morefood quality it was an excellent recommendation. BTW, the menu features breakfast all day plus a few different specials. I enjoyed the beef brisket on a brioche bun with chips. The sandwich was full of beef, tasty, and importantly served hot. I would go back to try other items should I be back in the area.

Everything was SO GOOD, my family loved our meal here. Theres a great variety to the menu, so we…read morefelt like there was something for everyone. The food is fresh and delicious, quick and the atmosphere is light and pretty. I would totally recommend and can't wait to go back.

Probably the best cafe in Dunedin! My poached eggs/smoked salmon/potato cakes breakfast was…read morewell-portioned as well as flavoursome AND they added a generous serving of yummy hollandaise for only a dollar (seems crazy good to me as an Aucklander - here such an add-on would cost you at least 3 dollars). The cinnamon bun/scroll is HEAVENLY: think soft, pillowy, buttery layered brioche swirled with sugary, cinnamony deliciousness. I recommend getting up early in the morning to get one of those babies nice and hot out of the oven - I did and I did not regret it. The service was impeccable: I told the guy behind the counter that I was in a bit of a hurry and the food was brought to the table in less than 10 minutes. Everyone including all the waiters I chatted with were lovely. Will definitely come back when/if I am back!

The Good Oil is a reliably cafe for good coffee and lunches on the main shopping street in Dunedin…read more The guy who owns and runs it is lovely and the other staff are also always friendly. There is usually a busy atmosphere in there these days as it's become a deservedly popular spot to meet friends and colleagues for coffee or lunch. The brunch menu is good, with enough vegetarian options, and the cooks will also make non-meat versions on request, which is great. The cabinet is full of interesting salads and nice cakes too! Service is prompt and if you don't like your coffee they will remake it without being grumpy about it - as real baristas should. Unfortunately, the coffee does not appear to be Fair Trade - it would be great if this could be looked at, as then the Good Oil would deserve a 5 star rating.

Love this place. Staff are super friendly, food & coffee are great, and the ocean is only 30…read moreseconds away. It's a go to spot for me every time I'm home

if you are hungry do not come here. The waiters are indifferent and the food takes forever.. The…read moreonly positive is the atmosphere, which you get to enjoy for a very long time because the food takes a good solid 90 minutes. We are staying at the resort which is the only came back here. We had the same type of service last night, but it wasn't quite as slow as today. go somewhere else!!

Was looking for breakfast and they delivered. I'm gf and they had a special menu which was nice. I…read morehad the gf banana, pecan bacon French toast. My daughter Had the eggs Benedict and my husband the bagel, all were delicious. I just wish there was an egg option on the gf menu. Definitely recommend this restaurant.

Efficient service and great food. I have been here a few times now for coffee and lunch. Most…read morerecently I ordered a chai and chickpea fritters on toast. The chickpea fritters on toast was much larger than I anticipated. A different time I tried the orange cupcake which came with some yoghurt and an iced matcha - the iced matcha had a lot of milk but the cupcake was great. I look forward to going back to try some of the other lunch foods and drinks!

Went here for breakfast on a weekday morning, and it was extremely busy. I ordered the French toast…read moresince they were out of avocados. Most of their other breakfast options are egg based. Would go back on another day to try some of the other breakfast options when it is less busy.

Fresh lox on a bagel, a strong pull in my latte, unlimited savory and sweet homemade treats, and…read morefriendly staff.

Great locals breakfast brunch dessert stop! Friend referred us and it was great. Fresh brewed flat…read moreblack java but flat white was good too. Big fat coffee mugs. Friendly service staff and peaceful setting to start your day. For breakfast go with Eggs Benedict w bacon. Delicious and fresh. Although we also tried the Omelette w spinach bacon and tomatoes. So good. Based on our choices i bet everything here is good. We saw banana and chocolate chip muffins that looked great but will save those for a late night dessert.

Had been told to come here many times, but honestly I was disappointed. Ordered the French toast…read morefor $18 which was incredibly dry and un-French-toast-like. Sampled a friend's pancakes and although it was nice, definitely did not live up to expectations.

Was here for brunch on a Saturday - it was very busy. I ordered the corn fritter stack with…read moremushrooms and an iced chai. The food came quickly and both items were great. Would return to try some of the other options

The food was good, the service was better and the ambience was very doubtful. Still liked it tho…read more My sisters liked it more. Idk just go and see it for yourself.