Reviews of The Store @ Tai Tapu. (Coffee Shop) in Christchurch (Canterbury).

The Store @ Tai Tapu

564 Reviews

216 Comments

Coffee shop

Cafe

Breakfast restaurant

Gift shop

Ice cream shop

Takeout Restaurant

687 Christchurch Akaroa Road, Tai Tapu 7645, New Zealand

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Information of The Store @ Tai Tapu, 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 Store @ Tai Tapu

L.

Great service, very friendly and helpful staff. Coffee was amazing & food was excellent. Nice atmosphere. Highly recommend. We will definitely be back.

M. A.

Driven by never stopped but so glad I did today. Big cafe with outdoor seating and craft shop inside. Great food and service. Clear that staff know many who come in. Parking out front and clean toilets. A hidden gem.

J. B.

Wow, this place has nailed customer service, great coffee and tasty food. A friend and I went for a late brunch on a sunday. When we arrived I could see almost every table was full, there was a line at the counter and the kitchen staff were working in what looked like a small kitchen. The line didn't take long, the lovely lady behind the counter greeted us with a warm smile and promptly took our order. With 5 minutes our coffees had arrived. I had an almond flat white. Super impressed with how good the coffee was and how quick they came out. 5 minutes later our meals come out. They were the perfect size, very tasty and warm. I'm very impressed with this place - smooth operators. I will defiantly make the trip again to eat there.

J. C.

Nice flat white. Friendly small town feel. Nice range of cage food and the date scone was great. Love the comfy leather couches.

V. C.

We went for high tea, which you need to book for. Had a good assortment of cabinet food as well as menu food. Indoor and outdoor seating. Sand pit in the garden area, as well as colouring and wooden jigsaw puzzles for children. Would recommend for people with young children.

C. D.

The coffee was a underground which I like and the barista was fine. The cabinet food was actually amazing! Would go back here to try other food. Loved the dappled shade in the court yard.

j. g.

Nice, friendly staff. Great coffee and a decent breakfast!

L. G.

Nice cafe. I had the Loaded Wedges for $13, which was very filling for 1 person, and tasty too. The store is interesting to look through as well.

R. C.

I come here for breakfast and I took ''The Grill'' and was pretty good, I don't like the location but this is a my personal opinion, cyclist friendly and great food.

L.

Lovely food, drinks, gifts, staff. Highly recommended.

M. G.

Peter and his team work really hard to make this a warm and friendly place to get a great coffee and have breakfast or lunch. It's the hub of our community. Has a lovely garden at the side where the kids can have an ice cream and play. Also a great place to pick up gifts for birthdays...

R. B.

The girl that look our order was a bit rude but the other ladies that served us were lovely. Great coffee and hot chocolate. The carrot cake and apricot/cranberry slice really lovely too. Very cute cafe with a lovely fire. A lovely gift shop too.

K. H.

A spacious cafe and gift store that is well set out. Staff are friendly and drinks are nice. Guftware is lovely and hard to resist. Some of the food pricing is a wee bit steep but overall this is a nice place to come to.

M. T.

Nice secluded outside setting ideal for the summer days. Good selection of prepared food or you can order off the menu. Everything is nicely presented. Staff are helpful and the coffee is great as well.

L. T.

Very nice vibrant Cafe in Tai Tapu. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Kids meals were great value for money. Under 10 dollars got us a large mince pie chips and a very large milkshake. Would have been 5 stars but thought the sausage roll for my 4yr old was over cooked. Also it never stated chips with the kids meals so we ended up buying a side of chips we didn't need. But overall will definitely bring family back again.

E. T.

Good food, friendly staff n nice steak pie 😊

G. T.

Always a good coffee and pleasent helpful staff. Food is good and reasonably varied except they often do not offer many vegetarian and vegan options. They do good Eggs Benedict so well worth a visit!

k. h.

great service from the ladies and awesome food - the buckwheat mushroom crepes are excellent, hubby likes the potato rosti. can't wait to try the Blue cod special. a popular spot for the Christchurch lycra attired and the grey set.

N. G.

Good honest kiwi fare. Eggy breakfast is good as is the cabinet. Won't be back however as I'm not keen on the service. Hears a tip, if you want to mock someones appearance make sure they can't her you.

H. B.

Pleasant shop to visit. Nice gift shop with lots to look at. The cafe is really nice with great food and friendly staff. I enjoyed my eating my tasty lunch and the ambiance was great with the log fire going. Very cosy.

H.

I've been here afew times and the coffe and food are nice. I was just surprised that even though so many cyclists stop there, last time I went there they don't offer protein shakes or electolytes drinks. Edit: they do sell bottled electrolyte drinks, they just couldn't make me on that occasion a home made smoothie with protein and electrolytes.

J. B.

Busy place on a sunny Sunday at lunch time with queues towards the door. We were only after milkshakes so got to queue by the ice cream counter and get instant service. Staff were all very friendly despite the crowds. Would definitely go again :) Lovely outdoor seating under a well pruned tree.

K. J.

We appreciated The Store being open til 4.30 pm today. My elderly parents & l enjoyed good coffee and delicious slices under the beautiful old blossom tree in the courtyard

W.

Amazing Milk Shakes and Ice Cream. I go there a lot and the service is always amazing. The staff are really friendly and you can have a good conversation with them while you wait for your food. I loved this place

N. J.

My family and I have just been for breakfast today. I tried my luck at a reservation a little over a week ago and was not counting my chickens, as what I was requesting was Mothers Day breakfast, but the lady on the phone happily booked me in, highchair and all. We had french toast and eggs benedict, coffee and juice. The whole lot was gorgeous, the french toast was incredible with a sweet syrup, bacon and fruit, and my brother cleaned up his eggs, we cleaned our plates and got a side of scrambled eggs for my toddler with no hassles. Thanks for a great breakfast, we're coming back with my Nana for a high tea.

S. T. T.

Stopped her on our way to Birdlings Flats. Stopped for a coffee. The place is obviously popular with the locals of the area. There seemed to be coffee morning meeting in progress while we were there. The place is also a shop with lots of goodies to buy.

F. M.

So love the little gift shop attached to the cafe. I almost always see something in there that I want to buy, and don't even get me started on the amazing range of food available in the cafe. If your heading to Akaroa make sure you make a stop!

L.

Amazing ice cream 🍦so big and extremely good value for $. Friendly staff. Thanks for the experience 😊

N. S.

Great food, lovely local atmosphere and friendly staff. Not to mention the amazing ice creams!

M.

Great atmosphere. Beautiful food. Including stunning takeaway options complete with free salad for dinner. Yay

M. S.

Delicious food and fresh drinks. Must try - the ice cream. Great coffee and friendly staff.

D.

Lovely place, and absolutely great breakfast! Had The Grill and the French Toast to share, and we loved it! Stop by if you can!

m. l.

Excellent food close parking and friendly staff. My go to place every Thursday morning before golf at the brilliant Tai Tapu Golf Course

s. b.

Nice outdoor seating, good coffee and friendly service. Not budget prices and closes early.overall pleasant visit, nice stopover on the way to banks Peninsula.

T. S.

I like this place, the food is good and the staff are friendly. It has a feel that is more like New Zealand used to be, a bit more relaxed not so rushed.

J. 2.

Generally good meals. Kids always want ice cream. I'd recommend a brunch here but book ahead if it is an occasion.

R. B.

Such a great place for a casual lunch or coffee. Food is fab; coffees great!

J. T.

A excellent example of the on the road New Zealand café. Food good and wholesome, coffee excellent and a few things in the store to satisfy the inveterate shipper like my wife

T. P.

Had the pleasure of visiting on Sunday. Excellent Mocha and really nice owners, who are also big supporters of the community (i.e. St John)

A. C.

Great lunch and coffee...will start to come out more often. Great staff...

C. W.

The best Lime Thickshake I've ever had - just the thing after a big run in the hills 👍

J. R.

Very good food and coffee. Lovely staff too

J. S.

A very highly recommended cafe, the food is amazing

A. R.

A friendly place. The woodburner keeps it warm in winter and outside there is a sheltered, sunny sitting area. Parking can be a problem sometimes.

S. K.

Good pre made breakfast rolls and coffee was great. Just what we needed to start the day fast.

T. W. P.

Coffee is good, food average and a bit expensive. Not as good as it was a couple of years ago with previous owners.

L. S.

Awesome food and brilliant coffee and customer service

S. W.

Just called in for an ice cream having had a day out. Must say we were a little disappointed with the sizing. A bit over priced for what we got.

H. D.

Great little shop it's got coffee tea Milo some goodies to eat nice place for an outing good on you

D. H.

Lovely place great coffee unfortunately none of their yummy scones left so popular!

N. R. G.

Always been great place for coffee & food. Great catering too thank you

N. M.

A really lovely ambience, very friendly staff, delightfully delicious food and kind if handy to town but worth the trip out to The Store at Tai Tapu

S.

Excellent Breakfast

H. T.

Nice spot, good coffee and food but smoothie was very small for the price charged ($10)

M.

Nice place to meet up with friends for coffee. A reasonable choice of foods etc

R. R.

Amazing customer service, fabulous food and coffee and fantastic atmosphere that is very welcoming

M.

Nice friendly staff and decent food. Took the grandkids there for lunch.

C. L.

Great coffee, eggs Benedict was perfect, staff were great 10/10 cafe 👌👌👌👌

E. P.

Best best baked beans I've ever had! Milkshake was pretty amazing too!

D. B.

Food was excellent service was outstanding & value for money was great. Highly recommend. Doug BENNET.

M. B.

It has a nice friendly atmosphere with great service. Good food too.

M. C.

Nice coffee and staff caramel slice overly sweet.we are supposed to be reducing suger .

M. W.

Great spot You must try the black doris ice cream sundae - it's to die for.

J. E.

Rustic atmosphere. Good varied menu. Service attentive. Food and coffee good.

J. J.

Yummy food, great choices, gift shop, friendly staff

C. S.

Nice food and lots of indoor and outside seating. Good for dogs.

L. W.

Good service and enjoyed my lunch. Plenty of outside seating

C. L.

Pasta, salmon and cheese rolls were very delicious. We will surely come back.

K. M.

Excellent friendly service. And a really nice ice cream.

M. D.

Great stop for breakfast or lunch. Friendly staff and reasonably priced food.

K. M.

It was fantastic! Lovely food, friendly staff and amazing atmosphere.

E. P.

Such nice and accomodating staff that really cares about you, and super tasty food!

C. S.

Go there once a week. Friendly and warm. Yummy Peach and Custard muffin today!

A. I.

Tasty coconut and lime slice.yum

B. S.

Great cafe. Highly recommended. Cheese rolls are classy

F. A.

Great service and delishious kai. Sandpit for children. Lovely shaded outdoor area.

K. a. W. C.

Very good service and a ideal stop off for us bike riders for a coffee.

D. C.

Friendly staff, lots of variety, big tables, no rush to move on. Reminded me of the old fashioned general store.

N. S.

Very tasty iced coffee just what was needed on such a hot afternoon

D. G.

Nice spot to stop on a ride. Good coffee and food.

M. R.

The Salmon roulade & coffee were delicious. Good service.

1.

Great coffee. Awsome staff and nice food

T. M.

Nice atmosphere, great food. Just a nice stop on the road!

F. F.

Excellent place for a break after a long drive! Excellent environment and good quality of food!

J. G.

Great variety of ice creams. Very nice

K. H.

Great we cafe/shop... excellant food

J. W.

Good food and pleasant service. A little too slow when it comes to paying

a.

We bike out each Wednesday for a coffee. Always welcome.

N. R.

Nice food here. Popular stop along the way to Akaroa. Nice friendly service.

J. E.

Fantastic service, coffee and food. Worth a stop.

A. B.

Great coffee, friendly staff and space both inside and out.

V. C.

Great place for a coffee and catch up good food

M. G.

Good place to go. Car park a bit tight though.

C. D.

Good coffee and a naffy little gift store. Worth a visit

M. C.

Busy the day we were there nice menu

F.

Amazing food, quick service and great staff

L. R.

Friendly staff, nice location , food pricey though.

B. D.

Great coffee and nice kiwiana for sale too.

J. B.

Lovely healthy food, well presented and great service

R. B.

Good sausage rolls and cheese scones choice coffee

S. I.

Fantastic cheese scone. Great atmosphere with loads of cyclists

P. H.

Ok, not spectacular, lots of noise - too many Harleys going by.

S. W.

Amazing coffee and delicious food!

L. W.

Awesome iced coffee, and super quick too!

j. b.

great location . good menu a perfect stop on way to akaroa

J. G.

Nice for coffee, ice creams and a choice of food.

A. K.

excellent service and fab food well worth the visit

S.

Fast service and good coffee. Food great.

G. C.

Nice cafe to stop at on the way to Akaroa. Nice coffee and food

R. B.

Nice food, good staff, and quick service

J. K.

Amazing food staff and atmosphere

R. W.

Awesome coffee and great service every time

R. D. H.

The food is great, staff are awesome!!!

S. B.

They still have $2 mixture for the kids like the old country stores

M. A. W.

Great spot, great food. A little bit expensive.

T. D.

Great range of food and Ice creams

C. W.

ok coffee. Good location. Good service.

M. P.

Great place l, great staff. We always have the best time there

S. L.

Amazing place. You don't need to be going to akaroa to stop snd experience this place just do it.

A. H.

James and the team were great. Awesome atmosphere

P. C.

Potato rosti was excellent. Good coffee

R. R.

Food is good atmosphere is noisy

B. “.

Great strong coffee even on a busy Saturday.

L. M.

Eggs Benedict, with smoked salmon followed by chocolate mousse cheesecake

G. n.

Great meal. Friendly staff

J. H.

A great spot for a coffee after ths rugby

C. C.

Food ok but no flexibility with food orders

C. O.

Lovely shop. Great ice-cream

D. S.

Fabulous staff and great food.

M. W.

Pleasant and friendly. Good french toast.

J. K.

Good food, good coffee, family like.

K. W.

Hey come here cheak this out. So friendly and warm. Thanks

E. A.

Nice place for quick lunch. Tasty food.

D. M.

Lovely breakfast. Food yummy

A.

It's peaceful and the food is great

L. M.

Beautiful lunch. Will come again 😊

R. P.

Good coffee and really nice food

S.

Always good green tea and scones

D. M.

Really good food and service at the Store

T. W.

Great Food and Staff. 😊

D. R.

Lovely food and good coffee

F. H.

A lovely range of cafe food and gifts

M. F.

Delicious high tea, great service

D. V.

Food was just ok and reasonably expensive

J. C.

Friendly staff and great food

S. G.

Very good food and surroundings.

J.

Great food and lovely giftshop

P. C.

Yum iced coffee, great food

B.

Great spot apart from the Lycra brigade's arrival...

R.

Wonderful lunch lovely staff

S.

Nice food and awesome service

M. H.

Nice atmosphere. Friendly helpful staff

W.

Fantastic choice no run of the mill

S. T.

It's okay service is a bit lax an a bit of a attitude

B.

OK. Did not think it rated 5 stars.

L.

great eggs Benedict, great service

C.

Lovely garden area with shade

G. M.

Try the hash browns. Best in chch.

P. L.

Great food and great staff

D.

Great for a weekend lunch

J.

Fabulous breakfast. Thanks.

R. G.

Cozy place to go

D.

New menu worth a look

C. M.

Huge and delicious scones.

M. P.

Great milkshakes and food

T.

Didn't go in too busy 😒

I.

Friendly staff. Quick service.

Z.

Very nice lunch

r.

Good food

T. H.

High tea is recommended.

L. B.

Great food and service

J.

Nice food selection

S.

Good spot for a coffe

D.

Great spot for lunch

T.

Chocolate dipped ice cream yum

S. E.

Great place to stop friendly

A.

Good spot for the nana's

t.

Best cheese roll

T. “. H.

Nice food

J.

Hot chocolate was great

G.

Gluten free exc

D.

Great coffee

K.

mmmm brunch

V.

Ok in every way

D. B.

Great coffee

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Great food

N. T.

Great

J.

Good coffee

m.

Great cafe...

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A.

Good choices

R.

Always good

N.

Great experience

G. S.

Pretty expensive.

A.

Great service

J. C.

Good coffee

P.

Pleasant service.

D.

Relaxed and roomy

M.

Nothing special

L.

Love this place.

B. C.

Great place

R.

(Translated) Cozy, with typical breakfasts, good music and sale of gift items. As something remarkable, the hyper-friendly waitress. Highly recommended. (Original) Acogedor, con desayunos tipicos , buena música y venta de artículos de regalo. Como algo destacable, la camarera hiper- simpática . Muy recomendable.😍

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(Translated) A very comfortable place and good and healthy food. Rarely is healthy food delicious ... but here it is no longer valid like that. A stopover worth a stopover. (Original) Tempat yang nyaman sekali dan makanan yang enak dan menyehatkan. Jarang makanan sehat itu enak...tapi di sini sudah tidak lagi berlaku hal seperti itu. Tempat mampir yang patut disinggahi.

t.

(Translated) Nice shop with nice furnishings and super delicious food. (Original) Schöner Laden mit netter Einrichtung und super leckerem Essen.

M.

(Translated) Very cozy cafe for coffee and / or lunch (Original) Heel gezellig cafe voor koffie en/of lunch

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(Translated) Ahla Cafe Great Service :) (Original) אחלה בית קפה שירות אחלה :)

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