Kauri Kingdom Cafe - Awanui

Just opened in a new building, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit. You can even walk inside a Kauri tree! The food was fantastic – the kumara (sweet po... read more Just opened in a new building, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit. You can even walk inside a Kauri tree! The food was fantastic – the kumara (sweet potato) cake was absolutely delightful, and the sausage roll was excellent as well. I even took home some pies, which were wonderful. I highly recommend making a stop here!

This is a great spot to take a break, offering simple food and drinks at affordable prices. The friendly service enhances the experience. Be sure to take some t... read more This is a great spot to take a break, offering simple food and drinks at affordable prices. The friendly service enhances the experience. Be sure to take some time to explore the shop, where you can even climb inside a giant tree!

I visited the new cafe located in its previous spot (now in a new building), and I was impressed! The staff were amazing—so friendly and welcoming. The food was... read more I visited the new cafe located in its previous spot (now in a new building), and I was impressed! The staff were amazing—so friendly and welcoming. The food was absolutely delicious. It was a perfect winter day, with no wind or rain, just sunshine and warmth. We opted to sit outside and thoroughly enjoyed our meal.

Didn't have coffee there. The tree is mind blowing and I am told is only a third the size of what was found read more Didn't have coffee there. The tree is mind blowing and I am told is only a third the size of what was found

Wow, what an incredible experience. I called in to Kā Uri this morena on my way north to Cape Reinga. This place is absolutely stunning. You definitely need to... read more Wow, what an incredible experience. I called in to Kā Uri this morena on my way north to Cape Reinga. This place is absolutely stunning. You definitely need to visit when in the area. The kauri products, exhibitions, and video screened on a huge wrap around wall were very impressive, but most of all was the huge piece of swamp kauri with its own internal stair case. I also stopped in at the onsite café for some kai and kāwhe, I was not disappointed. Best mince cheese pie I've had in a long time. The kāwhe and smoothie were perfect, too. Staff were very welcoming, made you feel right at home. I'm so glad I called in and stayed for a while, You should too!