Cafe's & Coffee Shops

Cafe's & Coffee Shops

Beach coffee, fry-ups, and famous pāua pies - these cafés of the coast are our kind of pit stops.

Out East, good coffee is as dependable as the morning swell. From strong brews to standout baking, Tairāwhiti’s cafés serve flavour with a side of sunshine and a generous helping of small-town charm.

Gisborne’s got its share of locally famous morning pit stops - from the cult-followed Curbside Kitchen to the Kiosk on the beach, and brunch favourite Flagship Eatery, there's no shortage of places to fuel up. Raglan Roast is a city staple - fast, friendly, and full of jandally-clad locals seeking their fix. Ormond Road Café does homestyle classics right, while Bakery 22 delivers paradise wrapped in pastry.

And for missions up the Coast, Café 35 in Tokomaru Bay sorts you out with a pāua pie and a grin that’s pure East Coast. Come wrap your laughing gear around our local eats.

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Here are a few of our favourite places for those looking for the best of the brunch

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6 great spots to grab a coffee

From your first cup in the morning to that afternoon pick-me-up, here are the best places for coffee.

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Local favs to stock up on and where to get them

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Gisborne Farmers Market

Every Saturday Morning 9.30-12.30pm
Where locals and visitors alike gather to get their fix of the region’s tastiest treats

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Cafe 35

Fully licensed cafe, open daily for breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Zephyr Wainui

Village Berries

A local favourite, loved for real fruit ice cream and selection of locally grown produce and artisan items.

Mr Cliffton's

In the heart of Gisborne at 126 Grey Street, Mr Clifton’s delivers exceptional specialty coffee using beans from the local Far East Coffee Co.

Raglan Roast Gisborne

Flagship Eatery

Good food, coffee + vibes. Whilst we have a bit of a thing for all things seasonal, sustainable and homemade, we simply enjoy all things delicious.
We don’t take bookings so please just come in.

The Nut House Cafe - Whanarua Bay

Tucked away in Whanarua Bay is a small plantation of macadamia trees making the most of the subtropical sun.

Curbside Kitchen

East Cape Manuka Cafe

The East Cape Manuka Shop is based in the small seaside village of Te Araroa, perched on the north-eastern tip of the remote East Cape. Keep an eye on their Facebook page to keep up to date with opening hours over Summer. The shop sells a wonderful range of local products from local honey, manuka oil products, manuka tea's & a range of other locally made products.