On our drive back to Christchurch we stopped here after many recommendations from travel books…read more Morrison Street Cafe is a low-key, simply decorated cafe that caters more to the stomach than the eyes. Touted as more of a locals spot, there is a community board on the wall and the artwork on the wall is often for sale. When there is a gap in available artwork and the walls are bare, the space can get particularly loud, especially with young children and groups of people dining. The service is still pretty efficient despite the crowds. We had a trim flat white, an Americano, the eggs Benedict with local bacon and the salted caramel & strawberry pancakes. The eggs benedict was spot on perfection with an incredible light but well-prepared hollandaise to top. The eggs were cooked just right and the bacon had a slight crisp to the edges. The eggs Benedict came heaped with spinach and chives which added a great flavor and added touch of healthiness on top of the soft bagel the Benedict was served on. Needless to say, the plate was licked clean. The pancakes were made with a wholemeal batter and were extremely fluffy. The pancakes were topped with fresh strawberries and a rhubarb compote that was bright, tart and totally complemented the salted caramel sauce that was served in lieu of syrup. If you've never had pancakes with caramel sauce, you must try it here. I had my dish served with yoghurt but cream is also an option. The prices are reasonable and the service is quick and friendly. If you're stopping in Nelson, you absolutely must find your way over to Morrison Street Cafe.

Even my sweetest of sweet teeth had had enough of the sugary pancake breakfasts I'd been eating…read morethroughout our trip, so I homed in on the "pan con tomate" at the Morri Street Cafe for a savory breakfast refresher and quickly fell in love. This is your dish if you aren't an egg person but still want something savory and complex, but there are plenty of other great options too. The Morri Street Cafe was spacious, low-key, and perfect for either a quick grab-and-go or a more leisurely morning wake up.

The River Kitchen was so amazing we went both mornings when we were in Nelson. The Eggs Benedict…read morewith mushrooms and bacon was delish and so were the chicken bites. The baked items aren't to be missed either.

Perfect brunch spot, shaded by trees next to the river. Thankfully, they post their holiday hours…read moreon their IG and were open New Year's Day. We got the Eggs Benedict with bacon, and burger, both were delicious though the burger is a little sweet (comes with beets and BBQ sauce). Servers were friendly and accommodating. They also have a selection of coffee, pastries, juices and sandwiches to go.

Very friendly and hospitable owners, and the best chicken salad with coconut ever! Would…read moredefinitely recommend to all.

Really nice breakfast spot in the heart of downtown Nelson…read more Nice cozy outdoor seating, friendly staff and delicious coffee. The Sweet Waffles come with bacon and fruit.... soo good... The coffee is fantastic too, apparently they get their own Sweet As blend from Zumo Coffee Roaster around the corner. Nice Spot 5 Stars for food, coffee, outside seating, and very nice Staff

Stopped in for lunch. We had the seafood chowder, club sandwiches with fries and coffees…read more The staff were attentive and the service was fast and friendly. Coffees were great and arrived quickly. The food was fantastic and good value. If anything, portions were larger than we expected! The surroundings were pleasant (even on a miserable day!) with artwork and jewellery for sale too. This would be a great spot for a sunny day with ample outdoor seating. Recommended for brunch, lunch or coffee!

Very good latte and carrot cake you can enjoy in a beautifully arranged garden or inside the house…read more The staff is very nice and definitely serve the best coffee and dessert in town

This is hands down the best coffee in New Zealand! I've traveled the world and I'm a bit of a…read morecoffee snob, and this place is amazing. If you're a fan of gourmet coffee, a charming setting to drink it in and lovely people serving it to you, this is the place! The owner Claris is awesome and pulls most of the coffee herself. The people behind the counter are all so kind and lovely. And the space is so cute and there's a wonderful view of the mountains. This is the spot. Go here. You'll be back.

Best cappuccino I had while in New Zealand. Their snacks are also great. Super comfy place to relax…read morewith a cup of coffee in between NZ adventures. Definitely stop in!

Found Deville through good reviews when looking for breakfast the morning we were leaving Nelson…read moreand heading to Abel Tasman. We parked and ordered at the front- I got the French toast, food was delivered in a timely manner. The French toast was so fluffy- I enjoyed it because the berry compost balanced out the sweetness. I didn't even need the syrup. I got myself a to go box so I could enjoy the rest of the French toast on the beach. Overall- seems like your average brunch spot. Loved that it's open concept and half the seating is uncovered.

Came here looking for scones and that we found in abundance. They were delicious. Beautiful…read moreambience, seating areas and great service

Nice flat white, polite table service and good atmosphere tending towards hipsterdom but then…read morethat's generally to be expected with coffee collectives.

From the owner: The Bridge Street Collective is a coworking space and café located in Central Nelson…read more The café is open to members and the public and serves fantastic coffee--with regularly changing guest roast--and freshly-made cabinet food. We offer free highspeed wifi in the café or casual and permanent desk spaces in the co-working space. We also have self-contained offices and meeting rooms to rent.

Whether you in the mood for small bite, lunch pr dinner - this place has it all. Great spacious…read morespot with some outdoor seating - friendly staff and laid back feel gets this place the perfect 5 star. Located in the heart of the city - food is delicious. A number of vegetarian options along with craft beer, wine or coffee will get your tasting buds going.

Since moving from Nelson to Auckland years back I lost touch with the 'hot' eateries in my…read morehometown, which is why I was very dependent on Yelp reviews in determining where I'd eat whilst visiting. Cafe Affair was the highest rated of any joint in the Nelson area - racking up two 5 star reviews for a (then) perfect score. For this reason I dragged myself and family through the revolving doors for breakfast with high hopes. The menu was very simple - which I assumed was because Nelson isn't as busy as bigger cities and its therefore smarter business practice to provide a few good quality items rather than plenty of rubbish ones. However, I was wrong and as a result, sorely disappointed. I ordered the big breakfast which included sausages, potato hash, bacon, herbed toast and vine tomatoes. Not one element of this meal was enjoyable, let alone worth the $18 I paid for it. Everything was just store bought, plain old supermarket food - but not even good quality supermarket food. I feel bad saying this, because the staff were very lovely, but I could have made a better breakfast with my eyes closed. My mother was similarly unimpressed with her eggs benedict, which I felt responsible for since I had dragged us to Cafe Affair. If it weren't for my uncle (who is short on cash, lives off baked beans and NEVER has the pleasure of eating out) who was very impressed with his French toast, I would have complained and sent the meals back. However, I didn't want to ruin his experience so my mother and I bit our tongues and paid. While I do think the staff are pleasant, they can't make up for the dreadful food. I recommend people spend their money elsewhere and avoid Cafe Affair entirely.

Good coffee and delicious cinnamon brioche - but at $20.50 for two coffees and the brioche it is…read moreofficially the most expensive cafe I have been into in NZ. Funky place but won't be buying there again.

Excellent coffee shop with a welcoming vibe and scrumptious pastries. Coffee will get you shaking…read moreyour tail feathers more often than a fantail. Decor is chill. Comfy couches abound. Sweet spot to relax, hang out, power up or wind down. Free WiFi with varying codes, avail at the counter. Sodas available too. Love this spot.

Only sinners here to seek out an afternoon pick-me-up with a visit to a quaint, aged church,…read morere-purposed into a beer bar! Blessed be! When in hop capital, the Freehouse is an automatic add onto one's rotation. The most friendly, helpful staff to serve up a fresh pint and give all the best recs. Quite a few tap handles, but per the sheet, only those with the red check mark were the ones "On". No matter, because the selection with the 15 available was eclectic and very exciting. Surprisingly a number of sours on draft along with some cask options and beers featured from their on-site brewery "The Flavourtorium". We sat outside near this makeshift brewery within a shipping container, fermenter tanks and mashers in full view as a worker toiled away gathering the spent grain for disposal. Many a patron chatted away -- visitor and locals alike -- and dogs lazed away or wandered around off leash for a joyful afternoon basking in the Nelson sun. What an absolutely terrific vibe and what a time to be alive enjoying the fresh Nelson hops of the region!

Good place. They helped me out when I arrived in Nelson to an unacceptable hotel/motel, reviewed…read moreseparately. I ordered a pint and asked for recommendations. I got a few and followed up on one and ended up in a much better spot. It was admittedly not busy, so I had a bit of an opportunity to chat, and they were quite pleasant to get along with. A group came in as I was winding down my pint, and it is clear that they have a good community following (also confirmed by a recommendation of the Freehouse from a friend who lived in Nelson for quite a while). It was also a Sunday evening, so things were already pretty quiet in Nelson. There is a beer garden/patio out front with a food stand, but it is late winter now, so that wasn't active, and they have only a light kitchen themselves, so they were happy to recommend nearby places for take-out to eat-in at their spot. Good neighbors then. Good people. Very helpful. Good beer. Worth the visit. Oh, and it's in a repurposed church. Very cool.