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Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 6779 reviews

What Iwander likes about Matheson Cafe:
The view alone is worthy of 5 stars. I really enjoyed the very tasty, and cold, iced latte and a delicious muffin while soaking in the beauty that surrounds the Cafe. A walk around lake Matheson then a visit to the Cafe is a must Service: Dine in Meal type: Brunch Price per person: NZ$10–20 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5 View all feedback. What Sanne B doesn't like about Matheson Cafe:
A charming setting near Lake Matheson and with views of the mountains. But if you're taking the walk around the lake, you will get them even better there. The flat white is only halfway decent. Too much foam and milk, and too little coffee. It's not really a flat white and way below the standard of New Zealand. View all feedback.

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Yelp
4.6 ★ from 30 reviews
Megan
20.06.2024 - 12:55

Delightful meal in a terrific location. I'm so glad our hotel suggested Matheson Cafe to us. We ate dinner and breakfast here and were pleased both times. It is...

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20.06.2024 - 12:55

This place is an excellent view of the two main mountain peaks. The food is really good as well. Nice ambiance. Excellent hiking trails.

Nicole
20.06.2024 - 12:55

Really good hot chocolate and spicy chai latte we came for breakfast and all their Benedict's were cooked to perfection. The staff was also really sweet when th...

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Hannah
20.06.2024 - 12:55

Of all the places on Earth that would have every right to suck, this has got to be high on the list. Its patio looks directly at Aoraki with nothing but waving...

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Debbie
20.06.2024 - 12:55

With Glacier views and a serene setting, Matheson Cafe is the perfect combination of delicious food, relaxing and ideal location. Serving breakfast, lunch and d...

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Google
4.5 ★ from 829 reviews
Ariel
17.08.2023 - 08:26

Didn’t like the ramen Food: 2 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 4

Paula
17.08.2023 - 08:26

Love this place. Serene. Stunning. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Iwander
17.08.2023 - 08:26

The view alone is worthy of 5 stars. I really enjoyed the very tasty, and cold, iced latte and a delicious muffin while soaking in the beauty that surrounds the...

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Lisa
17.08.2023 - 08:26

Service: Take out Meal type: Breakfast Price per person: NZ$1–10 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Trish
17.08.2023 - 08:26

Great food and service Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Int Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 4335 reviews
Sheila
10.01.2024 - 13:19

Recommended by our campsite Absolutely loved it Quiet rather elegant compared with many places we’ve eaten at...in fact the best meal we’ve had since arriving i...

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Premkumar
10.01.2024 - 13:19

Oh boy, what can I say ? It is more than a mere cafe, what an excellent food they served and not to forget the brilliant coffee and also choices of green tea th...

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Carolyn
10.01.2024 - 13:19

Beautiful spot and delicious food. Breakfast was elegantly presented.

Tom
10.01.2024 - 13:19

We came in for dinner on the recommendation of our B&B host. It was the nicest meal we have had in New Zealand.

Pablo
10.01.2024 - 13:19

Best experience in New Zealand!!! The food, the waitress, the views!!! Highly recommended!! A must do thing!

Heyrestaurants
2.7 ★ from 8 reviews
Steve
28.08.2024 - 12:05

Beautiful location. Cafe spoils it with loud outdoor pop music. Indoor music, you have a choice. Outdoors, spoil the ambience for all. Ruins a great...

Katherine
28.08.2024 - 12:05

Miss the salmon risotto.Taste very good.The services and environment are good too.

Premkumar
28.08.2024 - 12:05

Oh boy, what can I say ? It is more than a mere cafe, what an excellent food they served and not to forget the brilliant coffee and also choices of...

Sarah
28.08.2024 - 12:05

Best breakfast on the West Coast after catching the Lake Matheson sunrise :

Simon
28.08.2024 - 12:05

Rudest maître d I have ever experienced. We left immediately

Facebook
4.0 ★ from 59 reviews
Foursquare
4.2 ★ from 71 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.4 ★ from 2101 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 1549 reviews

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