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Hillcrest Bakery & Cafe

4.5 (2 reviews)

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Punnet - Warm up by the fireplace

Punnet

3.9(7 reviews)
4.8 km
•$$

I've been here twice now and both times, under different circumstances, I loved it…read more Came here a few months ago with my new moms coffee group on a weekday morning at 10:30. It was packed! I was surprised, given its location, but after having the coffee and food, I totally understand. There is plenty of seating, both indoors and out, depending on how you're feeling. I'd say stay indoors (on a sunny day), if you need to avoid the sun or the little kids. If you are bringing your little kids, then outdoors is the place to be. Came with the family today (Sunday), because I really wanted my husband and older son to check it out. My son (3-years-old) had a blast! There is a large outside play area (at least, for a cafe), including a boat, an airplane, a train, a tractor, a few slides, a couple tunnels, a trampoline, a play house and a couple of swings. Some of the stuff is probably geared toward the slightly older child (under 12), but there is a small slide and toddler swing for the smaller set. This place is the perfect haven for parents with small kids. The food and coffee are fantastic, and you can let the little one run around outside getting out their natural energy that you're so trying to replicate by getting your caffeine on here. We had our usual, flat whites with vanilla. My husband and I each had one, and he actually ordered another. I've never seen him do this before. The water for the table was served in little old-fashioned, glass milk bottles. The water had fresh strawberries, lemon slices and lime slices in it. So light and refreshing and just perfect for the warm morning. We also had some breakfast. They do have a kids menu, though at this particular time, we didn't order from it since our son had eaten at home. I ordered the chia seed pot because it sounded interesting. I'd never had chia seeds before, so I can't really compare it to anything, but it was delicious! The bowl was beautifully presented, with almond milk, coconut shreds, strawberries, raspberries, almonds, creme freche and edible blooms (see my picture). My husband went more simply, just the scrambled eggs on ciabatta. They were pretty damn good eggs. It's so gratifying to have scrambled eggs done well. We arrived at 9:15 and had our pick of outside tables by the play area, but by the time we left at 10:00, it was pretty full. So, get there early for good outside seating. There are some shaded areas but some in full sun. Though, they thoughtfully have some self-serve sunscreen outside to use.

Haven't been here often as have always been disappointed but was taking Dad to the airport early so…read morethought would give it another go Mistake. Worst flavour coffee in the Waikato it is so bland it's not the barista food is over priced but tasty but the staff are excellent

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Punnet - Relaxed dining

Relaxed dining

Punnet - Almond millk chia seed pot

Almond millk chia seed pot

Punnet - Cashier area and bakery case

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Cashier area and bakery case

Grey St Kitchen

Grey St Kitchen

4.0(5 reviews)
2.1 km
•$$

I recently moved from the central part of town to the east side. Prior to the move, I'd never been…read moreto Grey Street Kitchen. However, my morning commute now takes me up Grey Street and I started stopping in here for coffee. The first time I went in, I was taken with the decor and atmosphere. I felt like I wanted to come back, a lot, and to check out the menu and not just the coffee. And, I have. In terms of my usual, flat white with vanilla, this one is very good. Nice balance of coffee with vanilla flavor. At times I am frustrated by the time it takes me to get the take away coffee, but it's because this place is popular and usually there's a line of folks waiting. One time I waited nearly 20 minutes and vowed to never come back... but that didn't last for long. I do love it here. I finally got around to having breakfast here with my husband and kids, about a month ago. I'd been eyeing all the bakery case items for weeks, but ended up ordering the muesli from the menu. It wasn't standard (see picture), but it was very tasty. I'd get it again. My husband was happy with his eggs and bacon. Now that I've become somewhat "regular" here for coffee in the mornings, the staff definitely recognize me, engage me in pleasant conversation and I've gotten a few cups of cold milk on the house (I always get this for my son when I get a coffee). They also have a frequent buyer card, so I've gotten a couple free cups from cashing those in as well. Overall, if you live here or if you are visiting, this is a great cafe to check out.

Came here once out of my way. Great little spot and atmosphere but gets a little too crowded for my…read moreliking. Fantastic coffee though the crowd got me a little frazzled and I couldn't find a proper menu. Might find a less busy time to come back some time.

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Grey St Kitchen - Eggs bene with veges no bread

Eggs bene with veges no bread

Grey St Kitchen - Front counter area

Front counter area

Grey St Kitchen - Grey St Graize breakfast.

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Grey St Graize breakfast.

Hillcrest Bakery & Cafe - bakeries - Updated June 2026

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