We were doing the loooong but beautiful drive from Franz Josef to Queenstown, and stopped in Wanaka…read morefor lunch on the recommendation of our travel agent. How could we resist a place called the Beanie Cafe? It looked very promising, and did not disappoint! They had a great assortment of savory pies in the case as well as sweet treats. I had a slice of bacon and egg pie (no, not quite the same as a quiche; the eggs weren't scrambled, and there was a crust on top as well) that came with a very fresh tasting tomato sauce, and a side salad that was a delightful surprise! The pie was delicious! I had an excellent latte and shared a Louisa bar. The bar was a delicious combination of a buttery crust, raspberry filling and a macaroon like coconut topping. The decor was comfortable and welcoming and staff were friendly. This is a fabulous place to stop for a light breakfast or lunch!

Located in Wanaka Town where there are many eateries and shops, Beanie Cafe was a stop along our…read morejourney. Nice workers, good flat whites, and spacious tables, I do miss the cafes in New Zealand. Cheers!

We stopped by after our hike at Roy's Peak, and it was exactly the kind of place we needed to…read morerefuel. Their motto is "slow food served fast," featuring slow-cooked dishes served in a quick, casual format. You choose your plate size, then move along the counter to pick from a variety of options. There's both indoor and outdoor seating available. Everything we tried was delicious! Surprisingly, I also really loved the kombuchas they had (especially the Earl Grey tea one).

Slow food, served fast. Great salad choices, with a middle eastern flavor. Very friendly service…read more The best cafe food in South Island!

All of the buzzwords. Healthy, fresh, local, gluten-free, superfoods, green juice, free-range,…read morehidden courtyard, sustainable, everything baked in house, Allpress coffee, Central Otago wines and Moa beer... Honestly, Cafe Mondo is a yelper's dream. Hell, I'm still dreaming about it. Arrowtown is already cute as a button. Add a trip here and you'll be ready to permanently move.

Excellent start to the day. Well done strong long black and great food before a long drive…read more Scouted this out ahead of time on Yelp and it did not disappoint. It's open early and it's a great location. Not too far off the major transfer route and well worth the slight detour.

Stopped here for lunch and had a great meal. I had the lamb salad and my husband had the chicken…read moresandwich. Both were very good. They have tons of seating both inside and out with a nice view of the lake. You order at the counter and take a number for your table and they bring your food to you. Nice staff.

We were walking around the main strip of Wanaka and spotted a few happy hour signs. Alchemy was one…read moreof them; happy hour is from 5:00pm to 6:00pm ($7.00 wines and beer on tap). We dropped in on an early Monday evening (just before 6:00pm) to take advantage of happy hour. The place is beautiful with a few tables outside to people watch and enjoy the lake view. Otherwise, there's tons of seating inside with hipster light bulbs, a fireplace and old vintage equipment as decor. The dinner menu is split into share plates, mains, sides and kids. The pasta of the day was a seafood linguini ($25.00 NZD). We saw a few mains come out to neighbouring tables that looked appetizing. Same with the coffee, which most tables ordered. There's also a separate dessert menu. The Alchemy dessert platter ($18.00 NZD) sounded promising. Nice touch with the complimentary sparkling and tap water. Only lame thing here is that wifi stops working at 6:00pm. Er... - Crater Rim Waipara riesling ($7.00 NZD) - sweet but not overly so. It's regular $11.00 NZD for a glass. - Soljan Estate Reserve Hawkes Bay syrah ($7.00 NZD) - a little drier finish. Decent. We only came for drinks but the food looked pretty legit. Chill, relaxed vibe.

We just had coffees here so can't comment too much on the food but the setting is lovely…read more We sat outside in the courtyard in a shaded spot and it was a truly lovely spot to sit for an hour. Must admit the baking looked really good and I am pretty sure we will be making a return trip prior to leaving NZ.

Prawn cakes good, but would have liked more greens with it. I left hungry, and expected more since…read morethe prices were on the high end. Some whole grain bread, which I love, but a lot of plain white bread too. Quite crowded inside, and not too warm. Would be better to go on a nice day when you can sit outside.

Great brunch and the SCONES! Wow, the cheddar scone here might just be the best scone I've ever…read morehad. Flaky, light, buttery, and not dense at all...I'd happily come back every morning for the scones alone. In addition to the scones, all the other drinks and dishes here are fantastic. Each dish is served using fresh and locally sourced NZ ingredients, and they make for the perfect wholesome meal to start your day. Having had a few long days of travel, I also opted to try their hot honey ginger lemon drink, which packed a spicy gingery kick and made me feel 100% again. Great drink if you're feeling even slightly off.

Excellent food, wonderful service and a very relaxing downtown location. I had the Eggs Benidict…read morewith Spinach & Tomatoes and it was perfect, everything tasty and delicious crispy potatoes. The latte was expertly done and sumptuous.

This place seems to be the happening place to be. There are tables inside or outside seating. You…read morewalk in, place your order, pay then find a seat. They have complementary water bottles and glasses you pickup at the front door. We ordered the Cheeseburger and Crispy Lamb Salad. They were both ready good.

Great vibe! Easy to order at the bar and find a spot outside (or inside if you prefer). Great beers…read moreon tap, and NA kombucha I really liked. We had the hummus and the crispy lamb salad, and they were both really tasty.

My smoothie was 10 bucks and it was kinda warm and it was small I'm sad cuz I wanted a yummy cold…read morebig ass smoothie.

Awesome cafe, great food reasonably priced. I had the small pasta salad out of the cabinet and it…read morewas SO filling. I also had a mango smoothie which was absolutely delicious. The waitress I had was a bit rude but otherwise great environment. You can also get free wifi from the board house next door.

As far as quality and price, this place is the best stop for a bite to eat in this town. My…read moreboyfriend and I popped in for some warm seating and a hot meal. He ordered the chicken wrap and I ordered the ciabatta with cream cheese and marmalade. It came with three pieces of fresh bread grazed with a lemony sweet marmalade and delicious cream cheese. I separated the bacon because the combination was weird to me but I ate it after and it was a nice finish. Overall, a very satisfying meal. The chicken wrap was flavorful and hot, a tad bit greasy/drippy but overall satisfying. We also ordered some english breakfast tea and a flat white which came with a small taste of chocolate fudge. Our total was $27 which was fair in comparison to some of the other few options in town. I'm glad we looked around and settled on this spot. They also have a lot of knick knacks and variety of things to browse from lotions and bug repellents to books and jewelry. I would recommend a visit.

The Trading Post is my favorite spot in Glenorchy. The food is excellent, atmosphere is warm and…read morebeautifully decorated with great local goods, and the people who work there are so friendly and hospitable. Whether sitting inside on a rainy day or outside on the tables by the lake, this is the perfect place to stop for a coffee and snack. And of course, the famous homemade carrot cake--it is absolutely to die for! If you are passing through Glenorchy, this place is a must!!

We were blessed to find an open table at this popular and charming Wanaka cafe. Known for the…read moreseafood chowder, so of course I had to try it! It was full of ingredients- salmon, prawn, mussels, clams, squid, and tomatoes. Very creamy and delicious! Service was great and efficient despite how busy they were- impressive!

Service was excellent. Food too a while but not the server's fault. I could see how much she was…read morehustling to serve everybody and I thanked her for her hard work. The place is a really nice place to sit and relax. My eggs and smoked salmon were delicious. And the chocolate cake I took home was excellent. Thank you for a wonderful last meal in Wanaka!