Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.7 out of 5
Very good | 4954 reviews

What V C doesn't like about Pihanga Cafe T:
Most expensive kids meal that I have ever seen in my life! (It probably costs out with the huge dessert but I don't need my kids to have huge dessert with each meal. They enjoyed it all! My husband enjoyed his soup. Low stars for the chewy lamb. Also would probably eat elsewhere if you are gluten free especially celiac. Noting foods that have shared fryer foods as gf isn't the best practice. View all feedback. What Katie Sherman likes about Pihanga Cafe T:
Yummy hot chocolate and chips! Just had a snack in between walks. Only downfall is the price but that is standard for remote areas, more Restaurant pricing than Cafe pricing. But tasty so that made up for it! View all feedback.

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Google
3.6 ★ from 99 reviews
Kenny
18.08.2023 - 15:36

Went here for lunch with my mates back in January 2022, I had the Indonesian nasi goreng. As an Indonesian, I think it tasted pretty authentic, I have to say. T...

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Brian
18.08.2023 - 15:36

Usually when there is a cafe at a tourist location the food is not good but this cafe serves the best lamb shank, nasi goreng, beef burger, squid fry with tenta...

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Roy
18.08.2023 - 15:36

Unfortunately very dated and lacking any style or atmosphere at this time of year. Staff capable and pleasant.Definitely requires a make over.

Katie
18.08.2023 - 15:36

Yummy hot chocolate and chips! Just had a snack in between walks. Only downfall is the price but that is standard for remote areas, more Restaurant pricing than...

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Suzette
18.08.2023 - 15:36

Pleasant but very basic had to wait about 20 min to be seated and greeted no one else in line and only 1 table occupied with a family

Int Restaurants
3.7 ★ from 4563 reviews
Kit
11.01.2024 - 13:13

I've only dining here for once, but it's beyond to my expectations. Great food size quality, warm atmosphere, and the great services. It give a great dining exp...

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Kenny
11.01.2024 - 13:13

Went here for lunch with my mates back in January 2022, I had the Indonesian nasi goreng. As an Indonesian, I think it tasted pretty authentic, I have to say. T...

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Simon
11.01.2024 - 13:13

Great spot. Fast friendly service. Terrible day outside but lovely and welcoming in here. Had some great chai and fluffies for the kids. Great deal for a bowl o...

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Helen
11.01.2024 - 13:13

The food was served fast , beautiful customer service all around.and the food was so delicious , definitely going back with the whanau...

Chris
11.01.2024 - 13:13

Don't blindly follow the star rating! Booked in here for a group of 12 and couldn't fault it. Excellent food, excellent service. Of the 2 restaurants in the Cha...

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Yelp
4.0 ★ from 4 reviews
J
22.06.2024 - 13:03

Excellent and tasteful food. Arrived and had no idea where to eat but the skotel restaurant wasn't open yet and it looked very run of the mill. Had seen this pl...

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Andrew
22.06.2024 - 13:03

The wedges and chocolate cake really hit the spot after a snowy walk to Taranaki Falls. The guacamole was faaaaaantastic. And the berry compote was spot on. Whe...

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Vin
22.06.2024 - 13:03

Given its location far from the hub of civilization, the Pihanga Cafe does a very good job of feeding hungry hikers and other guests of the adjoining Chateau To...

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V
22.06.2024 - 13:03

Most expensive kids meal that I have ever seen in my life! (It probably costs out with the huge dessert but I don't need my kids to have huge dessert with each...

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Tripadvisor
3.5 ★ from 314 reviews
Restaurantguru
3.5 ★ from 387 reviews

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