The food going by us looked fantastic, especially the avocado toast at the next table but we had…read moreeaten and had just gone for coffee. I would say our coffees were pretty perfect. We both had espresso drinks and no complaints (and trust me, I am fussy). The cafe is really cute - a converted old house but the winning feature was the courtyard. A really pleasant atmosphere. If we are back this direction again, would absolutely stop here and next time for a meal.

I have always enjoyed stopping here on out way back from Hanmer Springs but sadly disappointed…read moretoday at the coffee. My coffee was very bitter and had coffee grounds throughout. I got up to use the bathroom only to find our table cleared and my unfinished coffee removed. A little poor.

Yummy coffee and treats here. Definitely recommend. We had two cappuccinos with chocolate, a yo-yo,…read moreand a frittata. All good and staff is lovely.

This was our last day in Queens town since were Irish we decided to visit the Irish pub. We got…read moretreated to a live Irish band playing and I had the ribs and my husband have the steak both delicious. It gets crowded so you might want to get there early or late.They have Kilkenny beer on draft too.

Very friendly staff and a nice selection of both savory and sweet items…read more Really enjoyed both the lamb pie and the steak and bacon pie.

Wonderful customer service and pizza that is out of this world! Three of us ate here recently when…read morevisiting the famous Hanmer Springs for the first time. Our late night option on the weeknight was a choice between this place and the adjoining tavern. The tavern had been recommended to us, but when we looked at the menu nothing inspired us all that much, or perhaps in all honesty it was the waft of pizza being cooked nearby that lured us in. We spent $68.00 on two large pizza's with drinks. We had the exotic chicken, cottage cheese, cashews and apricot and a tasty vegetarian style, just as adventurous and delicious. We even managed a slice each left over for breakfast on the road.

A great place to add to your vineyard stops when touring the Waipara region. Black Estate has a…read morequaint tasting room that features riesling, rose, sauv blanc and pinot noir that are all of exceptional quality. My favorite is their sauv. Don't stop your tour there though, continue into the dining room for a gorgeous view overlooking the Waipara valley and enjoy a top notch lunch. Don't be turned off by their simplistic chalk board menu as the food is truly quality. I especially love the ciabatta with truffle butter and the pan roasted duck leg. For a light nibble, try their Akaroa salmon.

The view here is spectacular! The Rose' has a lovely rich blood hue to it and I brought some home…read morewith me to share! The tasting room staff could have been more engaging and interesting, however that seems to be the New Zealand way. No fuss, no muss. Cheers!

Waipara Hills Wine Estate is like driving up to a Texas Hill Country Mansion; this massive…read morelimestone estate has exceptional curb appeal and a high-class tasting room. The tasting area is bright with floor to ceiling windows, and the shelves are full of fancy wine additions such as decorative plates, wine stands and decanters. On to the wine tasting. The lady who walked us through our tasting (blonde, short curly hair) is so bubbly and fun to be around. We tried all of the wines Waipara had available to taste and she never let our glasses go empty. She is knowledgeable and can explain wines to you in a fascinating and easy to understand manner (not that it's that confusing, but sometimes after a glass or two things don't make so much sense anymore). The only draw back is that despite all of the options of wines there are to taste, I wasn't that fond of too many of them. After the tasting I recommend having lunch on their outdoor patio. You'll have a beautiful view overlooking the mountains and the vines while enjoying some of the best tapas in the area. Their lamb and beef sliders are not to passed up and their tasting plate for 4 (breads, cheese, dips, gazpacho, nuts, meats) is the perfect amount for a group of friends. It's a great place to relax for an afternoon where you will be well taken care of. If you arrive before 3 you can order from their lunch menu (we didn't make it in time). If you're passing through or enjoying the Waipara Wine Region, add Waipara Hills to your list!

What a beautiful setting for lunch and a wine tasting. This is the quadfecta: Beatiful…read morevenue/setting, excellent wines, delicious meals, and pleasant/knowledgeable/attentive staff. The setting is lovely, with indoor and outdoor options. Even though this venue can cater to large tour groups, it doesn't feel institutional/cafeteria style, or like livestock herding like some other more commercial options we experienced in Australia. Lots of delicious options on the menu. We can attest to the steak sandwich and sliders. And the wines are all sublime. Definitely recommended for 2 or 200.

Great little brew pub with brick oven pizza. Great sampler with their own beers and guest taps…read more Even cans, bottles and growlers to take away.