Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.8 out of 5
Very good | 3942 reviews

What Donald Michie likes about Catlins Cafe:
Good food . Under new management but everything is still very good . Service: Take out Meal type: Other Price per person: NZ$10–20 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 View all feedback. What Jessica Mead doesn't like about Catlins Cafe:
Terrible coffee. The cafe must have changed owners since our last visit. Was awful. Tasted like dirt, way too hot and was overpriced. Service: Take out Meal type: Other Price per person: NZ$1–10 View all feedback.

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Heyrestaurants
3.8 ★ from 2103 reviews
Jodie
01.09.2024 - 14:18

We have been here for lunch(boxing day 2013) The service meal were faultless...thank you

Lisa
01.09.2024 - 14:18

Thanks guys for the great morning great food and coffee as always.

Rob
01.09.2024 - 14:18

Great coffee on the drive through the Catlins, Great friendly service and was really good coffee... highly recommend

Anne
01.09.2024 - 14:18

I had a fabulous vege pie and even though the staff were flat out due to the market being held they were really nice. would definately eat there...

Bruce
01.09.2024 - 14:18

Sure sounds like a great place to visit. We*re p[lanning a visit there soon. Great art work. Congrats

Google
4.0 ★ from 403 reviews
Jessica
18.08.2023 - 07:32

Terrible coffee. The cafe must have changed owners since our last visit. Was awful. Tasted like dirt, way too hot and was overpriced. Service: Take out Meal typ...

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Jaymie
18.08.2023 - 07:32

Stopped to grab a Coffee at the coffee cart, sign said to go inside. Got 2 cuppas and 2 slices of cake. Shocked at price, the tiny size of cake. Both slices of...

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Terry
18.08.2023 - 07:32

Ok place to have a quick meal. Would rate the food and coffee as above average. Probably wouldn’t go out of the way to visit. Food: 3 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3

Elena
18.08.2023 - 07:32

Initially we were confused by the reviews on Google. But then we decided to try. And it was one of the best big breakfasts in New Zealand. If you are traveling...

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Its
18.08.2023 - 07:32

The Catlins Owl in Owaka is a one-of-a-kind experience, combining a café, gallery, and owl sanctuary. Enjoy delicious homemade treats while surrounded by stunni...

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Int Restaurants
3.8 ★ from 1192 reviews
Jacqueline
11.01.2024 - 20:45

We have been travelling around the South Island for awhile and this is the best breakfast we’ve had. The staff are really funny. They gave us free cake and they...

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Michele
11.01.2024 - 20:45

Had a lovely lunch here on the drive through to Dunedin. Homemade tomato soup was yummy, eggs Benedict was nicely presented and we were able to order a vegan br...

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Ken
11.01.2024 - 20:45

Must stop experience if you are in the Catlins. Brilliant coffee, a fantastic kitchen with incredible food at very reasonable prices and most of all Peter and h...

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Jess
11.01.2024 - 20:45

Never in my life have I been somewhere so truly kiwi. So down to earth and no frills but all good vibes, it felt like walking into a toasty home. Glenda gave su...

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Mark
11.01.2024 - 20:45

Little gem on the scenic drive, stopped in for a quick bite, ended up chatting to the staff who gave good suggestions, very friendly. The homemade pies were eno...

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Tripadvisor
3.5 ★ from 244 reviews
Restaurantguru
3.8 ★ from 647 reviews

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