Reviews of The Origin. (Coffee Shop) in Christchurch (Canterbury).

The Origin

391 Reviews

194 Comments

Coffee shop

Cafe

Coffee shop

Tea store

Vegan restaurant

Vegetarian restaurant

95 Westminster Street Corner of Cranford Street &, Westminster Street, St Albans, Christchurch 8014, New Zealand

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Information of The Origin, Coffee shop in Christchurch (Canterbury)

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This place has good reviews, this means that they treat their customers well and you’ll feel great with their services, recommended 100%!

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Reviews of The Origin

A. J.

Really enjoyed the coffee and berry cake. The owner was very helpful and took my order over the phone so that we wouldn't wait too long for our food. Note that they have an updated menu (and opening hours)!

M. M.

Delicious lunch & loved the berry slice - highly recommend & will return! This is definitely a must see!

K. D.

Vegan cafe with delicious options to choose from. My friend generally doesn't like overly sweet items from cabinet and she was surprised by the perfect amount of sweetness in the cabinet food. Really loved it. Simple decor and quick service. Bit pricey!!!

A. P.

I overall liked the cafe with soothing interior, very tidy and good hygiene had plenty of things, The "staff guy on barista was interactive and happy to see us", his expressions defined that he was enjoying his work but the female staff was totally opposite and looked super dull I smiled and said Hi to greet her but got no response however we all had delicious pancakes and dumplings that saved our experience from ruining it, they were really good from my experience I would hit (𝟴/𝟭𝟬) for it. Will surely check in again someday to notice things that I have missed. Thank you.

C.

Great place for coffee or even if you want to eat some great food. The oat flat white is awesome and their tea has an unique taste. I like the design of The Origin its very modern and you can see they put a lot of work into it. It’s also very quiet if you like to have a tea and study for a while. Staff is very friendly, Andy is awesome, highly skilled and always helpful. Highly recommended place!!!

h.

One of my favourite cafes in Christchurch. ❤❤❤

M. H.

Wanted vegan Cafe in ch ch. Googled and this came up. Modern Cafe. Plenty of room. Clean tidy. Nice staff And the tofu? Amazing

S. F.

Super delicious plant based cafe. The staff are lovely and happy to talk through menu.

L. C.

Always love going to The Origin! Awesome food, great coffee and beautiful atmosphere. I often choose to go and work here as it is so calm

S. F.

This is the best breakfast we have had in the entire time we have been in NZ. Cant remember the last time in Sydney we had such a great brekkie to. All vegan and also temple food. No onion or garlic. Coffee is great and there are these cool tea infusion devices they have on the counter which is interesting to watch. Hosts are super nice !

K. M.

The Origin is the most intentional cafe environment I've spent time in. The food menu, locally grown tea, calming interior and ambience. I always visit when I'm in town from Wellington, and I always receive the most wonderful service, and consistantly wonderful food. Thank you, thank you!

R. S.

The food here is delicious, it’s like an heaven for vegan people like me! The environment is clean and tidy and the service is also great. Very recommended!

O. T.

One of the best coffee spots in Christchurch if you appreciate the subtleties of the bean. Good atmosphere. Recommended for a quick stop or a morning meeting.

M. A.

Simple and clean eating and surroundings. Simple menu only a handful of items to select from and a good selection in cabinet. Soup and chef special to keep it interesting. Attentive and helpful staff. Open and airy venue with Scandi furniture. Parking tricky.

G. B.

Calm environment delivering tasty vegetarian food with good coffee and a selection of teas. The tea is expertly brewed.

D. P.

Amazing cafe! Really yummy kai. The poke bowl is epically good! Would highly recommend.

E. M.

Lovely service and awesome food! The environment is positive and put me in a really good mood. Great start to my day thank you The Origin ☺️

S. M. -. d.

This scramble was amazing. I'm often disappointed when I order scramble but Origin does it right! Plenty of veggies and the spice mix was perfect! I had to have it twice during my brief stay in ChCh. The coffee alone is worth a stop. Their barista knows what they're doing and their coffee beans are fragrant and delicious.

I. S.

So peaceful despite being on a busy intersection. Those big windows must be special. Great to get truly awesome vegan food including a smashing chocolate brownie.

S. S.

Really good food ! Highly recommend! Good breakfast, salads and service.

S. J.

Beautiful, flavoursome food. Delicious drinks. Friendly staff, lovely surroundings.

N.

Friendly staff, very informative about the specialty teas and coffee wich were very nice and delicious vegan food. Highly recommend.

H.

A really good place to have some tea with light food. The atmosphere is nice and clean. Staff are so friendly and considerate. I ordered a wrap of veggies and hummus, which tasted delicious with layers of flavour. Highly recommend this place if you want to have something fresh.

S. J.

Gorgeous place so serene,food is so lovely and everything that I had is really good but my favourite is the Vegan Hunan " chicken " rice as its so authentic!The staff are really lovely and its such a lovely interior to be in you want to stay for hours and soak in the peaceful vibe.

A. N.

Nice little gem. Great coffee and excellent selection of milks. Some yummy GF options. Clean and fresh vibes with personable service. Will definitely be visiting again. A+

F. G.

Convenient location, nice store interior, friendly staff, strong coffee but slightly limited opening hours. We thought our long blacks were quite strong, which is great. The food looked nice, though I can’t speak for the taste as I didn’t order any. In my opinion the tea is a little pricey, I believe I saw prices of $7. It’s NZ grown tea so that explains - but those prices aren’t exactly my cup of tea. Worth a visit!

l.

Amusing space, fine cakes, and cute friendly barista

N. C.

Definately the place to go for great coffee. No diary options so recommend oak milk if you don't prefer another non diary milk option. Nice quiet interior space to chill out a catch up with friends too. Must try for coffee lovers!

L. P.

Lots of vegan, yummy food. Cool vibe.

H. Y.

Great service, delicious food, great staff & excellent environment! I like this place!

E. Y.

Stopped in one Sunday morning with friends when visiting Christchurch. Nice people and great tea. The slice of cake I had was fruity, and not too sweet as can often be the case.

A. K.

Who even thinks to have a no onion menu!? Well. These guys. And we love them for it 💖

澎.

Staff is very friendly But don’t know why Latte pattern is good but how come single shot coffee tastes nothing but bitter when you drink and all bitterness you feel in your mouth🙁

J. M.

Absolutely stunning coffee, great to see an actual specialty coffee shop in New Zealand! Their drip coffee is amazing. Give one of their roasts a go

N. D.

Amazing food! Dumpling were absolutely gorgeous, love the fact all food is dairy free! Can't wait to go back

o. l.

Just had good coffees followed by the best burger I have eaten all year. I love my burgers, epically beef burgers but this vegan one ticked all the boxes. Thanks

W. W.

Great place particularly if you are vegetarian or vegan. They have a good tea selection and great coffee but just bear in mind that they have no milk only dairy substitute oat, almond, coconut etc

L. W.

Today cousin and I went to trial this cafe. Very busy and wet outside so was nice to get a coffee and order some dumplings for me and pancake rolls for cousin. The rolls may have benefitted a bit more from a little extra mayo or sauce on the side. My dumplings were great as not something I have ever ordered before. Coffee was OK not hot enough but apparently I am told you need to ask for a 'hot 'coffee and they can make it hotter for you (who knew that. 😕) anyway will be back staff friendly and the chocolate brownie slice was pretty yum.

T. H.

Such beautiful thoughtful service, food is exceptional and unique. Coffee and all beverages are specialty and prepared to such a standard we haven't found anywhere else in Chch. We make a special visit every time we travel here to see my family, thankful to my sister in law for showing us this place. Look forward to our visit.

M.

A wonderful scandi inspired minimalistic space accompanied by an equally elegant and minimal menu. Come and stay for the quality simplicity. A refreshing undertaking in an often overloaded and bombarding environment.

N.

Good coffee, good service, chill vibes 👍🏼

J.

The coffee here is good but it's the food that keeps me coming back!

K. C.

Came here in winter and had delicious soup and these amazing dumplings! Great service thanks.

D. L.

It's always special to go to the Origin and an excellent experience. It starts when you walk through the door and are welcomed with a smile and a bit of banter. Then the only tricky bit starts: what meal and what coffee or tea would I like today? There are too many great choices - which makes any choice the right choice. And then it's time to sit down, absorb the relaxing atmosphere and enjoy the culinary delicacies.

L. Z.

Good flavor, bright environment, decent cup and coaster, friendly staff.

g. s.

Nice and modern place to stop for the coffee or tea.

L. W.

Probably the best brunch place in Christchurch. The staff are so kind and the young guy there is always keen on a decent chat. The food is top notch, healthy and consistent.

H. S.

A lovely brightly lit Cafe with a simple selection of tasty treats at fairly reasonable prices. Their tea range is impressive and the hot chocolate I had was delicious and quite well priced.

M. D.

Amazing cafe! The Tofu and the Mushroom on toast was so delicious!!! The Coffee was also amazing!

D. S.

Good coffee, tidy, modern interior. I can see why this place is so popular. I got the columbian filter coffee.

J. (.

Quaint small cafe. Very professional, nice atmosphere. Delicious specialty coffee.

K. F.

Great vegan menu. Low key atmosphere is perfect when you just want to chill or have a quiet catch up. If you want a Mexican Wave going on around you this ain't for you but perfect for reading with a perfectly made coffee and a great salad or dumplings.

L.

Great atmosphere, love the German guy who works there - he's a great guy! They have wifi too which is ideal if you need to check some emails. I had lunch here too, really healthy and great value for the quality you get.

F. L.

The space of the Origin is bright, warm and cozy. Best vegan dishes in Christchurch! Dishes there are yummy and fresh. And all staff there are quite warm:-) Highly recommend!!

K. G.

Wow! Lauren is an amazing chef, so much so that I always order the chefs surprise and don't even ask what's in it. The service is impeccable, the cafe has a high standard of cleanliness and the ambiance is the perfect panacea to the hustle and bustle of city life outside. I live in Hornby and work in Waltham, but still consider this my local, as it's worth going to regularly.

B.

Very tasteful interior decor and the coffee is really good too. The staff is also super friendly.

G. B.

This is a place for tea and coffee connoisseurs and vegetarians. It was very popular late morning. I've never seen the neat way they infuse their tea. If it weren't for the cabinet food, they'd have a very limited menu. There was a sense of irony with $9 coffees in this cafe, and $1 pies advertised across the road.

S. H.

Going to the Origin, you know you are going to be greeted by a friendly face and delicious food!

M. D.

Crisp clean decor, love the indoor plants. The food is alternative and you want to be there before 2pm to be guaranteed a bite - this food is not mass produced. Ingredients are along the lines of dairy/gluten free, for example I had a lovely hummingbird cake with coconut yogurt on top.

K. D.

Really excellent food & coffee. Calm welcoming atmosphere & I didn't feel like a freak asking for an almond latte & gf df cake. New favourite spot!

D. W.

Coffee and tea cafe which takes their coffee and tea seriously. Great range of filter beans and knowledgeable staff. Serves vegan food which looks nice although I never tried any.

I.

Great business! And amazing coffee. Alot of the local people and the regulars would choose this place as the number 1 coffee stop. Also has great food options. Great decor.

E. K.

Great coffee and cake. Food is all vegan which is amazing! Really friendly staff too. Environment is bright, clean and calm.

K. A.

Incredible coffee and insanely good food

A. B.

Absolutely amazing place, everything is thought out to the finest details, the coffee is phenomenal (best espresso I've ever had) and the service is brilliant and attentive

L. N.

I ordered the dumplings and they were soooooooo delicious! The soup is equally delicious and packed full of goodness. I highly recommend The Origin

S. H.

Enjoyed some nice tea there today. Staff were attentive and welcoming. Decor is Scandinavian inspired with chilled music. Will be back.

r.

Fabulous food and amazing first visit. A touch of class.

R. G.

fantastic coffee, and a very exquisite tea selection, small cabinet but this is a very special place. closed Monday but well worth a Tuesday visit

I. A.

Nice ambience and it’s actually warm despite the glass windows. Lovely staff and great concept for food. Coffee wise, it’s a little lacklustre.

江.

I like the coffee, and the atmosphere of the place.

R.

Delicious espresso and friendly service. The cafe is also a very nice place to enjoy your coffee.

H. L. H.

Fantastic coffee and food! The staff are wonderful and even the cabinet food is delicious! Highly recommend :)

L. C.

Friendly service great food and coffee did not realise it was vegetarian till got there but well worth the visit will be back, does have a small menu.

D. B.

Wonderful customer service, really engaging in conversation

W. B.

An oasis of Zen. Always feel pampered and welcomed by the lovely people who work here, the delicious New Zealand grown teas and beautiful food. Nowhere quite like this anywhere else in the city.

J. O.

Beautiful lunch, loved it.

R.

Excellent service and very nice meals topped off with fantastic long black coffee - superb!

K. S.

Not bad; I like the concept, but I'm unlikely to return as the choices of food were limited and the service was only mediocre (had to wait whilst staff held lengthy conversation with visiting friend).

D. N.

Great atmosphere, good vibes, specialty tea is lovely and food is amazing, compliments to the chef

O. C.

Awesome place! Delicious all vegan food and great coffee. Super friendly people.

P. “.

Is it vegan ? Is it vegetarian? Or neither ? Pure vegetarian is a mixed term and it wasn't clear enough what it really was. Lovely food , not quite enough staff because it's such a busy place.

p. s.

Wonderful flavours and great clean and bright café - friendly staff - enjoyed my visit and will go again

M. E.

Just Great Food!! Service was awesome too :) simple, clean and vegan. Loved the turmeric latte!

S. A.

I ordered the burger, chief special, the bun was firm couldnt cut through, fries were oily, and found hair in my fries. They returned my money back though.

M. W.

Good coffee. Light and bright decor.

s. m.

Great barista who has a great Understanding of flavor profiles roasting his own beans. Always fresh, always great.

C. H.

Nice vegan cafe. Good coffee

J. N.

Great vegan options. The cabinet food is delicious. Make sure to try the coconut hot chocolate

B. F.

Lovely time working on the footpath out front, friendly and inviting staff, oh ...and wonderful coffee 👍

A. M.

We love their carrot cake, simply delicious with quality ingredients:)

s. o.

Fabulous & creative food served in a lovely environment. Berry cake so yummy!!!

C. W.

Highly recommend. Great food and coffee.

G.

Great scones & muffins ,nice deco

C. E.

Beautiful coffee and food. Highly recommended.

K. F.

Lovely vibe, kind and helpful staff, great food and drink and heaps of vegan and vegetarian options 👌

P.

very stylish place, coffee is great and the food is good.

L. K.

Amazing food and beautiful tea. The single origin coffee is worth driving across town for.

A. L.

Perfect place to drink a perfect coffee and to eat delicious vegan meals . I love the origin.

H. G.

Great food - Great everything 😍 Even my non vegan husband loved this place

M.

Best coffee I've experienced in Christchurch.

P. B.

Thank you wonderful people, you kept me warm with your wonderful coffee. 💗☕

P. B.

Very busy but very helpful attentive staff

A.

Meals are quite expensive for what they are, would love to see more vegan, gluten free and soy free options.

S. C.

Excellent coffee and food. Best coconut milk latte I've ever had.

J. G.

I love that they have vegan choices including coconut milk for coffee and turmeric latte.

B. D.

Always the best of food and friendly service.

M. W.

Great coffee, food is fantastic and the atmosphere is nice!

S.

Lovely Chai latte and a quiet place to meet when you need to chill away from the busyness

I. L. I. M.

Great coffee and food. Very quick!

M. B.

Lovely Vegan food and great coffee and tea. Lovely people

J.

Amazing food and coffee in a lovely atmosphere.

M.

Great service. Yummy dessert. Highly recommend this place

T. d. R.

Fantastic Chai Latte at The Origin, happy staff, and the cafe was immaculate.

E. E.

Nice ambiance. Nice environment. Delightful stuff and amazing coffee!

y.

nice vegetarian food!

J.

It was alright, took forever like I waited 15 minutes for coffee. Food was SoSo. Friendly staff tho.

A. 0.

Overpriced and they don't even have normal milk

M.

Good coffee and tea, vegan only food was okay

E. S.

Really original and interesting healthy and guilt free food, great coffee toi

I. M.

Great vegetarian and vegan breakfast, amazing coffee and tea.

M. Z.

Really yummy vegan cakes and nice friendly stuff

M. M.

Nice vegan place with no onion and garlic

G.

Love all the vegan options

H. C. N.

Excellent coffee, vegetarian food and service

R. M.

Fab coffee and lovely friendly service.

B. F.

Great food, coffee, service and presentation.

a.

I had the most inspiring tea tasting here!

J. C.

Great food, service was fantastic, clean and tidy.

H. N. T. W.

Great food... great vegan options

S. S.

Andy and the team are great. Delish food and coffee

H.

Very nice food and lovely staff

V. C.

Loved it food was yum and staff were lovely

J.

Slow service while the cafe was empty, taste of the food was okay.

C.

The food is consistently delicious and the service is great.

E. B.

Great food, great service, great coffee :-)

F. L.

Best coffee I have had in Christchurch many thanks

J.

Awesome cafe if you are a vegetarian or vegan

P. H.

Clean bright cafe area, tasty vegetarian food.

F. I.

Cute, friendly and calm place.

C. K.

Great coffee and superb muffins!

D. v. W.

The dumplings were delicious, great vibes! 😊

J. P.

Very nice place..Loads of room and very nice staff

A. S.

Very crowded every time I pass. Just had coffee.

H. M.

Amazing Food and relaxing atmosphere!

M. W.

Excellent coffee and food in a serene café.

B. N. B.

Very modern and clean, limited food choice.

H.

Delis Tea & Coffee. Great service.

A.

Lovely place but no parking

S. M.

Nice setting. Try the scones

H.

Delicious beautifully presented healthy food :)

V. J.

They are friendly and helpful. I would return.

S. G.

Excellent dumplings, excellent tea, excellent service.

S. W.

Vegan cafe. Omg delish

E. L.

Nice food and services

B. R.

Excellent food and coffee!

T. D.

Great food and coffee

H.

Simple menu, good food.

J.

Excellent on all counts.

K.

Great drink menu.

E.

A nice cafe shop with a nice waiter

C.

Very nice

j.

Nice place, good vibes

A.

Best coffee in the 03

R. F.

Awsome service and drinks

K.

The tea was a bit weak.

S. M.

Great food and service,

E.

Clean and yummy

R.

Always exceptional!

P.

Great space

K. M.

The tea was a bit weak.

D.

Great Chai

C.

Very nice

A.

Best coffee in the 03

G. M.

Confusing coffee menu

B. T.

Great food

N.

Beautiful coffee

M. B.

scrumptious

R.

Secretly vegan

P.

(Translated) The coffee is delicious, the meals are all vegetarian, exquisite and delicious (Original) 咖啡好喝，餐點皆為素食，精緻好吃

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(Translated) This is a special place with a lot of positive charisma (Original) Dies ist ein besonderer Ort mit sehr viel positiver Ausstrahlung

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