Reviews of Poppys Cafe. (Coffee Shop) in Tīrau (Waikato).

Poppys Cafe

442 Reviews

189 Comments

Coffee shop

Cafe

32 Main Road, Tīrau 3410, New Zealand

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Information of Poppys Cafe, Coffee shop in Tīrau (Waikato)

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Reviews of Poppys Cafe

K. T.

Stop off on a road trip. Breakfast was great. Coffee was good. Staff were friendly. Good experience.

N. M.

I normally don't write reviews of cafés, but this one really deserved a good one! Really good food, and not overpriced, with excellent service. I really loved the atmosphere of the café too, it was really warm and cozy, with indoor and outdoor sheltered seating. It's such a cool idea that they had blankets on the seats as it's winter so everyone can keep warm! And the games on the tables were a really good idea too!! Our table had mini connect four and Uno which would make the café an excellent place for families to keep the little ones entertained. At the smaller tables, there were puzzle books which would make the café also good for dining alone. Such a great place and really recommend going here if passing through Tirau.

J. W.

A charming, pretty and quirky cafe. I am always excited when I unexpectedly find cafes that offer foods for special dietary requirements. Poppy's offers great vegan options, so naturally I was compelled to order the most generous and mouth-watering meal I could choose. We did not wait long to be served, but what a gift it is that the tables are equipped with games. These are probably intended for children, but I am a shameless millenial and playing Connect 4 while waiting was nostalgic and tremendously fun! When the food did arrive, it was hot and fresh and beautifully presented. I felt completely satisfied after my meal. The cafe setup is rustic, comforting, and charming; the decor shows a lot of heart. I'd definitely recommend this place and hope to visit again soon.

S. N.

Fab chips and toasted sandwiches Quick service Thanks very much

M. W.

Love it ,nice friendly people, great tasting food ,we had breakfast 😋

C. S.

Went here today for the first time in a number of years and was disappointed that it was not as it used to be. The food was great but the service was slow and the back outdoor area needs a good clean as it’s looking totally neglected with dead plants and piles of dead leaves everywhere that definitely does not add to the ambience. Wouldn’t rush to go back....

W. M.

Wonderful place to dine when passing through Tirau. Wonderful food to enjoy in an out door setting.

K.

Stopped here for a break driving. Lovely cafe for a muffin and a hot chocolate. Good service, friendly staff. i will definitely stop here again when I'm driving through.

B. A.

I ordered the corn fritters and was pleasantly surprised with them. There was a generous portion of brie melted between 2, and a couple of very tasty bacon rashers as well. Topped with some very good sour cream. I'm passing again in a day or 2, so may have another lunch break here. And the service was quick and efficient from pleasant staff.

C.

Very friendly and accommodating. Great food and coffee.

G. P.

Excellent service, nice breakfast and just the right amount

Y. A.

Great stop over from a long drive. Quiet backyard seating and great service by the chef.

D. R.

Great cafe. Good home cooked food and nice coffee. Comfy seats out the back. Staff are friendly and helpful

C. G.

The carrot cake muffin was very moist and tasty loved it the only thing I didn't like was the teaspoons that came with cakes was still dirty and the glass also. The atmosphere was friendly and great for families love the settings outside the back, even had a children's area with toys. Wonderful

L. L.

We had a work project in Tirau. Planned on going to tuckers but really full and busy so went across the road to a quiet Poppys cafe. Lovely welcoming lady took our big order and bought it out within 15 to 20mins. Amazing cute presentation, love the plates. The slices are really good served on a cute breadboard. I got the big breakfast sooooooo good!!! Definitely not what I was expecting. I would say better than a fancy cafe made with love and great service. I would stop here again any day! Thank you so much :-) Photos attached

S. T.

Great food and friendly service.

D. M.

I can't say I was impressed however my hubby seemed to enjoy it. Food was GOOD but not enough (portion wise)for the price, sadly. Other cafes in town busy, this place not so much so was great to have brekki in peace.

m. b.

Really good vegan options (4 that I could see on the menu!) for breakfast/brunch/lunch. I had the greenie which had polenta chips, mushrooms, spinach, hummus etc - very yum and lovely presentation too. Would be a good stopping point for any vegan people on the hunt for somewhere to eat while on the drive south.

J. C.

Really really good food, great hot drinks & wonderful friendly staff. You certainly won't leave here hungry and the prices are really good, value for money for sure.

J. W.

Amazing food and great customer service. Food was delicious and the staff were so friendly and welcoming. Would definitely recommend the bacon egg bene.

S. K.

Ordered flat white. It was one of the best coffees I have ever had. Friendly staff amd great experience. There is ample parking space for customers. Outdoor seating, indoor seating and back yard seating makes this place even more enjoyable. There is a small kids play house for keeping toddlers busy while the parents are busy eating. High chair service available for kids

P. B.

The courtyard out the back can't be beat on a hot day, fully under a big shady tree it's a great place to cool off over lunch. Not the best coffee in town being a mainstream dark roast but light taste type but it's ok.

F. N.

The big breakfast was nice and the coffee is good. Service was polite. I would go here again. The breakfast here was better than a flash cafe I had breakfast at the day before.

T.

Nice coffee. My muffin had the consistency of a scone, which was too dense and dry, yet doughy. Hope this is one-off.

l. M.

What a breath of fresh air and magnificent vegan breakfast, beautifully presented, light yet full of goodness, chef and front of house staff wonderful hosts and hope all goes well for young woman who cheerfully, listened and hot it right!!

A. T.

Creamy mushrooms were divine. Milkshakes made the old fashioned way with real ice cream. Will definitely stop there again.

K. M.

We were served by a lovely bubbly woman who made us feel very welcome. The food and drink was delicious and the facilities clean and comfortable. Anyone travelling through Tirau should stop in here.

J. B.

Lovely food. Quick friendly service. Nice outdoor area out the back. Great to be able to get out of the hot weather

P. L.

The ice mocha was absolutely amazing! It's serve with a scope of vanilla ice cream.

P. N. Z.

We have kids and a small dog, so we are always looking for kid friendly and dog friendly places. This place has a good kids area with lots of toys for them to play with. They have a sign for dog water out front with an ice cream container of water for them (it would be better if they had a real bowl). The coffee is always good. My husband said the sausage roll was excellent. I really liked their fresh vegetarian salads, they had two options when we were there and both were great. I hope they keep continuing to have 2 or 3 or 4 salad options. They had kids meals, which was a food item, chips, and some cookies (would love to see some healthier options though, maybe fruit or a fruit bowl instead of chips, maybe grilled cheese or mac'n'cheese or noodles instead of fried hot dogs or chicken nuggets). We could eat with our dog in the front of the building, but not where the kids play; it would be great if we could actually be closer to the kids or a dog friendly area out back away from the traffic, as there were a lot of people with dogs there and when the tables out front were full, they needed to keep walking, as no other tables were available for them. So overall, its got good coffee and a good place for kids to play. The salads are excellent. They also have dog water. Toilets were ok, but looked like they hadn't been maintained in a while, as the rubbish bins were more than overflowing. We would go back there.

M. G.

Delicious chicken and bacon burger with curly fries, I also had a cold iced coffee which was perfect. Lovely friendly staff. Child friendly out the back and beautiful atmosphere with quite music playing.

S. B.

Not a big range of cabinet food and a bit aged. Would be better in summer. Food was ok, nothing spectacular.

K. W.

Sitting here on the way to Auckland This place is a gem! Food is fresh, delicious and good value. Service is friendly and efficient. Awesome break from the driving. Thankyou.

K.

Lovely food and lovely staff

P. K.

Friendly staff and a good selection of food in the cabinet as well as fresh cooked stuff to order. It's a bit big and empty, could do with a bit more furniture or fittings maybe. It's hidden away from the main road so a bit quieter than other options.

M. P.

Quick service, fresh and delicious food. A great stop on our roadie.

S.

5 stars for excellent almond milk flat white. (They use The Alt dairy co) 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

C. D.

Fresh and healthy salads. Hot chips for the kids, big bowl, good value, play area, huge deck and courtyard area. We arrived very late in the day but were given some options of a customised meal as many of the cabinet choices had gone. Good coffee too.

N. E.

Best scrambled eggs I've ever eaten! 👌Underwhelming from the outside, but don't let that put you off. The food is home cooked, hearty and sensational.

R. P.

I don't usually go out of my way to chuck a review up but God dam. Get the big breakie!. I've had a few big breakfasts in my time and this has got to be the best. You won't regret it.

T. M.

Pleasant service staff, good home made food at a reasonable price - value for money

R. A.

Needed to place to stop for some breakfast and this place was open. It was so so so good. The food was absolutely amazing! Thanks guys.

b. b.

Friendly service, seats or soft bench, inside was nicely warm on a day turning cool and rainy. Scone served with pottles of whipped cream and more than enough jam. Particularly nice choice for a date with a significant other.

O. G.

Very hearty meal and well presented on the plate. Cute little cafe, nice service.

b.

Excellent food fast service Kiwi made dish towel for sale. Great coffee.

A. U.

Really quaint space with tidy appearance. Some lovely craftwork locally sourced just adds to its charm.

W. R.

Great, tucked away, gem.Food and service excellent with a great indoor/outdoor ambience. 5 star rating in the 'What's Up' motel compendium and this was a very accurate assessment.

J. A.

A pot of tea, served properly with real cups and saucers, A challenge: try eating the fresh, baked on the premises, Chocolate Brownie Slice without smiling. Highly recommended.

M. L. N.

Exellent food and service, great atmosphere. A must stop for a break and a fresh well prepared meal.

M.

Lovely cafe. Owner a chef. Real pride in his food. Presentation of a simple date scone stunning - on a nice block of wood.

H. L.

Great food. Good coffee. A little need of a tidy up. But otherwise very pleasant

G. N.

Lovely scones and coffee will definitely call in again when we are passing

S. T.

Lovely place great food and friendly staff

B.

Nice place. Bit run down and needs an extra person to keep tables and chairs clean. But ok and would return

A. C.

Solid down to earth cafe with nice food and friendly service. Good coffee which means I'll stop in again some time.

E. K.

Great vegan options, perfect lunch stop between Taupo & Auckland

D. S.

Gr8 Food

D. G.

Wonderful friendly staff, great coffee and super smoothies, my daughter just loved their Dairy Berry smoothie

E.

The toasted sandwiches were yummy and good to have a decent cup of tea

K. L.

We had a little issue and Amber at Poppys Cafe went way above and beyond to help us out... Delicious toasties too... !!

J.

Top service top lady so happy and very helpful and nice food

D.

A very relaxed place to stop and get some fairly decent food. Great for small kids, with a slightly shabby and shady outdoor area, toys, and plenty of seating.

T. V. D.

Good food. Friendly staff. Lovely Covered area to enjoy a book and coffee.

d.

Awesome little place. Food & service was wonderful

B. P.

Great coffee and toasted sammies

D.

Super friendly service

m. A.

Fabulous food and service. Always enjoy dining here

A. W.

Great coffee and really like that you can select your own fillings for panini and toasties. We will be back

M. G.

Great vegetable soup. Oscar loved his mince on toast. Thank you 😊.

D.

Great food and some lovely gift ideas

S. N.

Lovely homemade food, excellent coffee and great atmosphere. Delightful

R.

Is ok not as good as it used to be. Coffee still good but toasters small and average

B. D.

Always worth a stop when travelling SH1. This is the go to cafe in Tirau!

A. S.

For a great quick lunch or relaxed bit or retail therapy in Tirau.. we enjoyed Poppys cafe and have often poppied in for lunch..thankyou team Poppy.

I. S.

Friendly staff ,very casual and the food was ok.

G. I.

Awesome cooked brekkie, delightful owner/chef. Great hot coffee.

R. M.

What a funky spot. Good food and coffee options. Toasty on a cold day!

M. S.

Great coffee, great food, great staff, cant ask for more than that. 😀 👍

S. T.

Great little cafe, nice outdoor eating area, good coffee, convenient place to stop for a meal when on the road.

K. L.

Enjoyed the little games for the kids, though marshmallows and lollipop 🍭 with the fluffies was a bit more sugar than desired

M. W.

Great customer service, pretty good coffee. Would definitely go back!

c. s.

Good friendly service. Nice coffee

K. G.

Great for a hot pie and healthy salads😊

J. G.

Great service. Yummy scrambled eggs

B.

Yummy food. Lovely surroundings. Very comfortable place for lunch :)

G. V.

Top notch stop in Tirau town mainstreet. Wholesome and home made travellers tucker available.

r.

Great selection of food. A must stop on any roadie through Tirau. The food is delicious!

S.

Great service, awesome atmosphere with a unique take on what a cafe is.

I. P.

Usually good but I found several hairs in my sandwich

J.

Great coffee! Fresh hand made food looked lovely.

R.

Some of the best coffee I've ever had.

B.

Lovely breakfast stop. Good coffee and the "Onesie" breakfast was super.

M. W.

Great food

D. W.

Lovely custard banana muffin for breakfast!

S. B.

Great food hot and we'll presented.

G.

Lovely Breakfast and great service

P. S.

Great food, super environment, and good prices too.

R. M.

The burgers and milkshakes were the best and it was very cosy.

C. S.

Good range of gluten-free options, fast and friendly service.

D. R.

Lovely coffee lovely staff. Early so parked right outside

R. L.

Lovely and warm. Tasty food. Enjoyed.

A. P.

Delicious thank you, wonderful service too 😊

I. F.

Always awesome service and great coffee :-)

P. B.

We always stop at poppys cafe heading north or south. Always simply the best

J.

Nice drop in place on a road trip, good selection of foods and tea and coffee.

B.

8/10 great food and nice sturff

J.

Awesome coffee and breakfast/brunch

L.

Always a good place for a cuppa and a great breakfast

K. H.

Really good flat white. Was worth the wait in a busy place.

A. S.

Always a great place to eat,lattes are always lovely.

K. B.

Great place to relax. Service slow

j.

Nice friendly place. Good range of good food

J.

Really good cafe but slow service

P. H.

Good coffee but pretty limited menu.

C.

Nice food. Service leaves a little to be desired...

J.

Very nice food, nice lady, gr8 stop

S. F.

Had a lovely lunch and the service was great.

C.

Good food and good service. Worth a visit.

M. C.

The best caramel slice in New Zealand

B.

Not bad food good

M. W.

Coffee was ok not a big food selection

C.

Always good food and service

M.

Lovely food happy cheerful staff

H.

Food was tasty staff pleasant

G. d. J.

Best cheese sandwich and apricot crumble in town.

S. S.

Lovely food and friendly people.

D. S.

love stopping here. lovely food great service

S.

Friendly personal service. Support small businesses!

L.

Amazing, let us eat even through it was technically closed.

L.

Have Rustic scrambled eggs.big serving

m.

Meal was ok, owners need to state food prices clearly.

D.

Great lunch Cafe, friendly

K.

Yummy food. Thanks

J. A.

All day breakfast fantastic

D.

Great fast grub!

C.

Lovely coffee friendly service

E.

Had a very tasty muffin here

E.

Good food great atmosphere

A. J.

Delicious coffee Walnut slice !

G. C.

Nice place to stop and have a feed

C.

Good food friendly staff

D. H.

Great food and atmosphere

P. H.

Great coffee and staff!

S.

Great coffee and food

D.

Good service good food

S.

It's ok

j. h.

Stopped 4 lunch. Good value.

D.

Great breakfasts

G.

Good food and service

T.

Quaint, clean and awesome food

A.

Good coffee and chocolate brownie.

m.

Beautiful pies and sausage rolls

K.

Lovely place will be back A1

M. S.

Great place for coffee and food

J.

good food and atmosphere

C.

Friendly service!

A.

Great little cafe

B.

Good portion size

A.

Delicious scones and muffins

W.

The breakfast is 10 out of 10!

T. R.

Today's the place to be on a Saturday

L. C.

Quick and friendly service

t. M.

Recommend this place for service and value

L.

Good food and coffee

Y.

Cozy and cute cafe.

W. C.

Stopped of on way north and glad we did. Easily the best coffee we had driving from Kapiti to Auckland! Good food well presented and good price. I drink black coffee and it always depresses me when I order an Americano and get a long black instead but my americano here was perfect. Nice thick layer of crema and hot water on the side. Will be coming back on the return leg

C.

Excellent 👏❤️

A.

Great food

w.

Ok

r.

Good coffee

S.

Service and homely

S. T.

Good service

T.

(Translated) Lovely place and good food at good price (Original) Un lieu charmant et la nourriture est bonne, à bon prix

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(Translated) Great chai latte. Thx (Original) Great chai latte. Thx

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