Reviews of Chiwis Cafe. (Coffee Shop) in Kaikoura (Canterbury).

Chiwis Cafe

466 Reviews

233 Comments

Coffee shop

Cafe

72a West End, Kaikōura 7300, New Zealand

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Information of Chiwis Cafe, Coffee shop in Kaikoura (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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Open hours of Chiwis Cafe

Monday

9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Tuesday

9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Wednesday

9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Thursday

9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Friday

9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Saturday

9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Sunday

Closed

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Reviews of Chiwis Cafe

S. B.

We stopped multiple times. The owner is very welcoming. And good food to match. And if you try something once and go back again, she will most likely remember your preferences! The Latte was always spot on. The quiche was filling. Dumplings tasty and Seafood Chowder another excellent choice. Haven't tried everything, but enjoyed everything we tried. The Crispy Chicken Wrap is another special worth mentioning. Lovely views of the Mount Fyffe Range from front of the Cafe.

T. C.

Omg so friendly and the food was amazing 👏 Clean toilets. Definitely will be back on our travels 🚻 thankyou Chiwis Cafe

T. c.

Really good coffee - my husband who is very picky about coffee loved his double shot trim flat white and will be back tomorrow for another. I enjoyed a really yummy berry smoothie and the kids had hot chocolates and cheese rolls. The server was very friendly and considerate, checked with us which cup would be best for the kids and made their hot choccies less hot so they could drink them straight away. It’s the little things in hospitality that matter and this cafe definitely delivers! Already thinking about what we’ll have on our visit tomorrow:)

C. &. S. M.

Exceeded expectations. Great friendly wait staff. Delicious chicken burger, c/w bacon beetroot and egg. Great value and a place you shouldn't go past 😁

T. J.

Stopped on the way up to Blenheim and happy to have found this gem, excellent service, good breakfast meal and good coffee to boot, will come back again next time I'm here, two happy customers

M. Q.

Dropped in here for a bite to eat. Nice friendly atmosphere with great cake and coffee and tea. On the main road with parking out front. The menu for dining in is really quite nice. Suggest you try this place out I am sure you will not be disappointed.

Came in for breakfast - the food and drinks came out quickly despite it being pretty busy. The eggs benedict was excellent, but the french toast was a little bland - it could use some extra cinnamon or nutmeg. The french toast itself and the bacon were cooked perfectly though, and there weren't any scraps left on the plate! I'd come back again but probably order something different next time.

We wanted to know where to get the best chowder in town and our motel owner recommended us this unassuming little cafe and boy did they live up to expectations! The chowder was thick with generous chunks of fresh seafood and so flavoursome. The ciabatta that came with it was crispy and buttery without being overpowering. We also ordered some good ol’ fish & chips (but instead of chips, I went for the mash), and a mussel pie to go. The fish was fresh and perfectly battered, the mash creamy and I loved that it came with a side of veggies. The mussel pie was gold the next morning too! Would definitely drop in again on our next trip to Kaikoura.

S. S.

The best eggs Benedict I’ve had in the South Island! Top that off with great service and a great atmosphere, EPIC! Will be back for sure.

T. B.

Big old kiwi breakfast with a quality flat white and some German charm from the waitress. Definitely a true reflection of small town kiwi culture. A great spot for breaky!

N. D.

Perfect stop on a road trip! The staff was super friendly and the service was very quick. They were great with kids. Prices were reasonable and the food was great.

D. S.

Hidden gem of Kaikoura. Exceptional food and coffee and outstanding customer service. We changed almost everything from the menu we ordered thanks to fussy children and nothing was too much trouble. Service was friendly and accommodating Thank you for a lovely morning!!!

B. S.

Best big brekkie I've ever had paired with fantastic, fun service. Highly recommend.

A. S.

Comes as the first cafe in the road if coming from Blenheim to Kaikoura. Very warm and welcoming staff. Delicious food, clean and tidy place. Many options for breakfast and take away. Highly recommended

V. W.

Lovely coffee, delicious seafood chowder and a generous serving of cheese and bacon wedges. Clean restrooms and excellent service also made this a great lunch stop on our way through Kaikoura.

D. S.

Fish n chips are top notch. Friendly staff delivering brilliant coffee and food. Indoor and outdoor seating. Very limited off street parking but plenty of roadside parking.

Z. D.

Really friendly owners Delicious food with a great views Will be back Thanks :)

P. K.

The best staff. Top food at good prices, no wonder the locals eat here. We always stop here now.

Realy great café great service super good coffee and food was yum will stop here again 🙂

R. D.

Such lovely service at this cafe and the food and coffee was delicious. Thank you for the delicious meals on Sunday and we will return.

J. S.

Very nice meal, coffee and lovley staff and owners

s. d.

Beautiful food and amazing service. Thank you for our amazing lunch

R. Y.

Amazing seafood chowder & mussel pie! Highly recommend this quaint little cafe

H. L.

Great homemade pies here! Had steak & mushrooms pie, steak, bacon & cheese and mussels pie. All were yummy! Hope to try more items on their menu soon!

Friendly service. They do instant coffee and have amazing memory.

T. H.

Bouhht Steak and Kidney pie great pastry, great gravy and pepper taste but 2 cubes of meat and 1 cube of kidney let it down badly. Panini excellent.

J. P.

Nice home made food at fair prices . Good size portions

T. C.

If you're driving up the highway and need a break then this is a great place to stop off and get a coffee.

L. E.

Coffee fine. Very nice Sultana cake. Ladies most pleasant.

S. B.

Great service and one of the best places to stop for breakfast or lunch in Kaikoura. Def worth a visit.

C. X.

Literally the best Cafe in the town

S. E.

Really nice breakfast group of 5 of us everyone enjoyed their meals .Lady serving was very cheerful and service was great

J. O.

Service was amazingly friendly. Food was pretty quick seeing as it was busy. Thick shakes amazing. Hotcakes to die for. Wrap really is delicious. Burger wonderful to. Definitely come back to Kaikoura for the food and hospitality

I'm usually pretty stingy on going out for meals especially at cafes but was pleasantly happy with the menu and the lady who served us. So friendly, full of smiles and chatter. Lasagne and salad..👍 Chicken and salad..👍 Chips👍However, would go with something different if your ordering two dishes with salad as they were the same. Else, highly absolutely recommend..🙂

Today was the 3rd time we have stopped here on our way home and we will definatly be making it our go to cafe when in Kaikoura, great choice of kiwi favourites, the best coffee iv had in a long time and the service from the owner is refreshing, So happy and cheerful. See you again soon

C. A. A. F.

My Husband and I visited Chiwi's Cafe as a lunch stop on the way to Blenheim and we were very pleased with our experience! The staff were definitely the best part. I am Gluten and Dairy Free and they went above and beyond to cater for me and didn't make me feel like a nuisance or roll their eyes when I gave them a complicated order (like you get in most places). The chef even put the nuts on the side of my salad in case I was allergy prone! The atmosphere was clean and relaxed, and the portion sizes were excellent for what you pay for. Definitely recommend!

L. B.

Very clean and tidy....great cup of tea. Eggs Benny was as it should be but the mince on toast was the hero...great breakfast thanks chiwis.

A. S.

We stopped in early in the morning for breakfast on a road trip down Hw1. This beautiful little cafe serves the best sausage we've had in four years in New Zealand. The eggs and sausages plate fed two adults generously, and came with the best toast either of us has ever had. The ciabatta was crisp on top and soft on the bottom, buttery and not too thick. It's a strange experience discovering that toast can be awesome enough to leave a review for. The hostess said the secret was love - something I'm actually convinced of for once. The service was amazing and welcoming, and the coffee was a great start for our long day. I hope to return soon.

H. C.

Great meal and awesome staff will look forward to next meal from Chiwis and congrats and good luck on the new shop can't wait to check it out

Super friendly team. Good range of cafe food. Able to adapt dishes for people with special diets. Very large portions. It would be nice to have outdoor seating sheltered from the road. I always leave this place with a smile.

G. S.

Really clean & great service. Had the eggs bene great choice. Will stop again. Seven months on and we have returned. Another great experience. Very friendly service. The lady serving is a miniature energiser bunny always busy & very efficient.

F. H.

Stopped for refreshments. Really friendly lady who had a sense of humour & was happy to have a chat. Great coffee & the cheese & onion roll was yummy. Would visit again.

Great cafe with variety of brunch selections and nice coffee.

P. M.

Awesome feed and super friendly...best tasting bacon and sausage I've had in a long time, big breaky for me and eggs beny for wife...will be back for sure 😋

Lovely people and good food and service.

B. C.

Nice cafe with plenty of parking out front. We got recommended to come here for a pie but the star might be the chicken and bacon wraps. Staff are super friendly and helpful.

M. O.

Very friendly. good food.

A. S.

BEST grilled Sandwich ever! Good bread, hot, generously filled and fresh ingredients. Nice coffee for reasonable price, loved the steak and mushroom pie and really friendly service!

L. J.

Cappuccino and salmon bagel were very good. The place is clean. The service is good and the waiters are nice. If you go on the terrace, you are next to the road, I would suggest to put something to make the terrace more cosy with flowers and brise-vue.

Very delicious coffee, staff is very friendly

Service with a smile even though its "our gain, her loss". The crayfish/watercress pie was the best. Many thanks. 😁. (Your flat white and chai were pretty good also.) 👍

B. K.

Nice friendly staff. Wide choice of great food.

M. B.

Great place to stop for a coffee and bite to eat. Food was delicious, best bacon butty my wife said she'd ever had! Coffee was also excellent. Thanks!

C. R.

Owner waitress was amazing, so personable, food fabulous, great coffee

D. T.

Fantastic eggs Benny with perfect bacon, runny yolks and delicious hollandaise, but the service is even better.

J. B.

Usual cafe stuff, service good nice atmosphere, cool outside tables

N. S.

Great service, great coffee, cute cafe atmosphere. Would definitely come here again!

P. B.

Really friendly owners. Nice place to drop in on for lunch on the way south. Carrot cake and bacon / cheese wedges particularly good.

T. P.

Great service. Very tasty food. Since it was further from the central shopping area, it was not crowded, unlike the places in the main part of the town.

G. D.

If you want bright, friendly service with a smile where nothing is too much trouble, Chiwis is the place to stop when you're coming through Kaikoura. Delicious homemade quiche & pie.

Friendly staff great eggs bene

Good pies...friendly staff.

E. D.

Great food friendly great service

N. N.

Coffee was amazing, food from menu was great!! Mussel pies are superb and the cakes are delicious!!

D. P.

Amazing Cafe! The food is superb and the coffee is some of the best I have had. The staff are super friendly, will definitely be back next time I am in Kaikoura 😁

N. T.

Yummy food, really friendly with a personal touch. Recommended for a casual lunch on the way through.

Great cafe. Great staff

The lady that served us on thursday night was very friendly, don't think, you could get better service any where, we had the fish, it was great,I would recommend this place, and next time in kaikoura, will eat there again.

B. M.

Great food, great coffee and very friendly staff and owners!! :) highly recommend

Lovely food.. Especially the pies! Great coffee too. Very friendly staff so well worth stopping

K. C. G.

The food was absolutely amazing and the staff are so kind and sweet, its great

t. j.

Great coffee good people

c. j. j.

Great food. The cheese rolls were the best!!! Lovely coffee. Lovely staff too. Very friendly

B. O.

Good takeaway coffee served nice and hot. Sultana cake was a rare treat and delicious.

Visit Yan and her staff just about every week for a huge mocachino and something to eat - always welcoming and friendly and of course the food is great. Great place to catch up with friends- highly recommended.

A. E.

Awesome food and lovely hostess who even made our coffee with nice designs

Very nice people and service is great

M. R.

Very friendly staff. I arrived in the morning and me and my friend were a bit hungover. We were happy that they already served fish and chips. Fish and chips were crispy and delicious. Definitely recommend going there.

Great food & super friendly staff

M. R.

Super friendly staff, best grilled sandwiches ever, nice coffee and muffins, amazing stop on my regular road trips

S. C.

Read the reviews on Google and decided to skip town centre to come here. Well worth it! Mussel pie was epic, great coffee and cabinet food delish!

s. m. (.

Love the service you get here staff and owner very nice and friendly food is home made & really nice you should stop here & try the food it's better then the bars & restaurant's in town

M. L.

Amazing food. Lovely people. Great service and nice and clean.. Go check this place put.

A. B.

What a tasty place to eat. Great coffee friendly staff clean cafe and toilets. Make sure you stop here

D. G.

we had a beautiful meal & the service was wonderful. .we will go back soon ..our son only drinks the coffee from only there as a special treat we drop it into his work 😀

R. S.

Great food at an affordable price, with big sized portions (huge bonus IMO). Staff were fantastic.

T. 0.

Fantastic food ,great service, good value Would definitely recommend A+

M. L.

Lovely staff. Great breakfast .Will come again

S. S.

Lovely food, coffee and service. Super yummy eggs benedict!

Great food very friendly service, personal attention

Nicest people, nicest coffee and nicest pies!!!

C. F.

Excellent food and service. Manager is very friendly.

S. R.

Nice place with good coffee and bubbly friendly gal serving at the counter

D. G.

I've taken my grandchildren here a few times and every time is great staff and food are great

M. T.

Popped in to be instantly greeted by the bubbly Owner/Manager.... Food and service absolutely divine!

J. T.

Really good place,made me a sandwich ,no issues, recommend this place

d. s.

S. T.

Great food and very pleasant service

C. M.

H. S.

Lovely food.. Especially the pies! Great coffee too. Very friendly staff so well worth stopping

What a great Cafe loverly people great food 5 plus

Always great coffee, service, experience.

Coffee and pie. Very nice.

Excellent food and service. Manager is very friendly.

Very friendly staff and becks was great

M. R.

Fantastic eggs benny and good coffee. Quick service

P. W.

Super good food here, not a trendy looking place however is a surprise how amazing the food is. Muscle Pie is to die for but all food is amazing

Excellent friendly service. Blue cod meal was excellent.

W. D.

Lovely food and great service. Can Highly recommend this place.

A. B.

Very nice place and great seafood chowder

B. O.

Love this place, great food and great service every time I come here.

Great staff great food will be back

J. B.

Delicious coffee and super friendly staff what a great atmosphere 🙂🙂🙂

Nice coffee, could be a little bit expensive ($5.80) for a Medium. Gr8 Pies

Good food,coffee and staff excellent

D. T.

Yummy Seafood Chowder, very friendly. Also try the mussel pie! Delicious

N. T.

Great coffee and very good food and the Owners and Staff bright and cherry. Go visit.

Great food and very pleasant service

j. h.

Lovely food but a very noisy place! It echoes badly

Service is excellent and the food the best.

A lovely friendly place with great prices and home made pies to die for. Your dog will be given fresh water as well.👍🤗🐳

Great cafe enjoyed the food and service

M. R.

Excellent food with excellent service. Good value for money too.

P. S.

We did a quick stop while driving up to Blemheim. The food was really nice and the staff were super friendly :)

Best breakfast ever . Service was amazing .

C. K.

What a great Cafe loverly people great food 5 plus

T. S.

Great food lovely staff with great knowledge of local area and things to do and see. I will call again.

One of the best eggs benedicts I've had in ages 🍳🐣🥚

Always great coffee, service, experience.

Real nice food, friendly staff, much better to stop here than the cafes in the township

C. K.

Great food well priced very happy with the service

Stopped off for coffee, couldn't resist a sausage rolls..... One of the best I've had.

A. T.

Delicious and utterly worth the stop! The food is fresh and delicious and the attendants are just lovely.

Friendly staff and good food. Open later for dinner too.

D. C.

Awesome friendly service. Enjoyed the chit chat 🥰🥰

t. b.

Great food, friendly staff easy parking.

Super friendly. Fast & yummy breakfast.

G. M.

Great staff, good coffee and nice setting

C. D.

Awesome food and very happy customer service! I loved it 🌞

K. B.

Divine food, very friendly and accomodating service..coffee was amazing..will definitely return

Good food; friendly staff; very clean and well presented.

G. I.

Fish was horrible! Snapper and expensive not happy. Other times no worries and good food.

P. W.

Friendly staff, great coffee, and yummy food on a rainy day.

l. c.

Great gluten free food also excellent gluten meals great staff good prices

Good value for money

K. L.

Absolutely fantastic service, great food, and a friendly cat.

Good cafe friendly service and variety of options

Delicious food and coffee, friendly service

Great coffee and very friendly service!

M. H.

Always a great place, service, food and atmosphere amazing!!!

Great quality food. Service with a smile.

M. P.

Stopped there on my way to Darfield. Great service great coffee

a. H.

Favorite takeaway ,great food, friendly staff, clean establishment

Very friendly staff and becks was great

Excellent Blue Cod and amazing service.

Great little cafe, good basic food.

M. M.

Ate here for breakfast .. good decision! 👍

Amazing . Tiger prawn must try it was awesome and the lady who serve us

D. B.

Lovely little cafe with good food.

Best cheese rolls I've tasted.

P. S.

Great coffee, even better dumplings

Good, consistent coffee everytime.

Friendly and great food and coffee

Great food and service.. opens early

Nice meal , nice friendly staff

Lovely team and great coffee

F. F.

Great breakfast on a dreary wet morning on our way to Pickton! Thanks !

Great staff great food

J. D.

Nice place, friendly staff, good food.

A place that actually sells a good sausage rolls 👌

Coffee and pie. Very nice.

Very good

A good cafe for a hearty breakfast

Nice. Friendly and clean food good too

Great coffee, happy staff! 👍👍

Great place; excellent service.

J. M.

Great service & eggs Benedict

C. s.

Best food at a great price

Excellent food great service

Great soy flat white. Friendly service!

Great place great people great food

Fish and chips were awesome

M. C.

Great feed, decent coffees

K. M.

Yummy pies and friendly staff.

N. M.

Lovely breakfast. Lovely staff

Good food, friendly owner.

Going again sometime next week!

Great coffee experience❤️

Late afternoon coffee stop, nothing flash served the purpose

Always good at Chiwis service with a smile

B. B.

Great quick food and coffee

Great coffee.funny staff

Delicious hash browns :)

nice great pies

Great breakfast, great service

M. E.

Have the best fish and chips!

Good coffee and service 👍

Very good service and food

Pretty good food

Great food and coffee

Great chowder and.fisherman's.basket

Coffee was ok.

Healthy eating and friendly staff

Yummy onion rings 😋

Beautiful pies 🥧

Friendly and engaging service.

Superb food and coffee!!

Nice food. Thanks

Only Kaikoura cafe I would visit again and again...

No worries

Good pies

Good staff and food

Lovely meals.

Mean feed

S. W.

Just a great place

Great pies

Great food

Awesome service

Delightful on route stop

Nice coffee

Yummy

Mint

Yummy food!!

(Translated) Great breakfast, nice location, very friendly service, absolute recommendation (Original) Tolles Frühstück, nette Location, sehr freundliche Bedienung, absolute Empfehlung

(Translated) Nice little cafe with very good coffee. Very friendly people, as everywhere in NZ. Not for a hurry, maybe. Been here three times, coffee here is top. (Original) Nettes kleines Cafe mit sehr gutem Kaffee. Sehr freundliche Leute, wie überall in NZ. Nichts für ganz eilige, vielleicht. War dreimal hier, Kaffee hier ist top.