Scroggin Coffee and Eatery is a purpose-designed café inspired by the iconic New Zealand backcountry huts, offering a sense of escape from the everyday. Rooted in the belief of origin, Scroggin shares a passion for food and the local surroundings with every guest. The focus is on seasonal, sustainable, and locally sourced produce from New […]

The Runway Lounge at Wanaka Airport is the perfect spot to enjoy a great coffee before you take off. Open Monday to Friday from 7:00 to 15:00, this cafe and bar boasts stunning views of the Southern Alps and enjoys all-day sunshine, with ample parking available for visitors. Offering a selection of cabinet food, espresso […]

Curbside Coffee & Bagels serves up freshly made bagels and top-notch coffee from its convenient food truck location on Brownston Street in the heart of Wānaka. Known for its relaxed, friendly atmosphere, Curbside Coffee & Bagels has quickly become a favourite for locals and visitors alike who are seeking great breakfast options and consistently excellent […]

Well Bean Cafe offers a fresh take on healthy, hearty grab-and-go food from its convenient location at the Wānaka Health Centre. With ample parking and easy access along the main road into Wānaka, it’s an ideal stop for coffee, morning tea, lunch, or afternoon tea. The mission behind Well Bean Cafe is to provide nourishing, delicious options […]

Ritual Espresso Cafe is Wanaka’s friendliest spot for great coffee, delicious food, and an inviting atmosphere. Known for its fresh roasted premium coffee, this modern café offers a blackboard menu alongside a daily cabinet selection featuring toasted paninis, Turkish bread, bagels, pastries, and delightful salads. Ritual also boasts homemade cakes, muffins, slices, and biscuits, with […]

Urban Grind is a restaurant, café, and bar that’s been bringing an urban dining experience to Wānaka since 2011. Open all day from 8 am, they offer the perfect grind to kick-start your day, along with a menu that delivers casual but quality dining. Whether you’re catching up with mates over coffee, craft beer, cocktails, […]

Discover a unique culinary experience at Arc Restaurant, nestled in the heart of Wanaka. Featuring a monthly-changing set menu crafted by award-winning chefs, James Stapley and Sam Cooper, Arc celebrates the finest seasonal offerings from local farmers, hunters, and fishermen. Whether you’re enjoying elegant artisanal cocktails or a carefully curated wine list, Arc provides an […]

At Kai Whakapai, we’re all about good food, brews, and great times. Centrally located with stunning views of Lake Wānaka, we serve coffee, food, and fun daily. Whether you’re stopping by for your morning Supreme Coffee or grabbing a bite, our menu has something for everyone. And when the sun goes down, we become the […]

Nestled on the lakefront in Wanaka, Big Fig is a sustainable café offering the best coffee, mouth-watering hot dishes, amazing salads, and delightful baking from their in-house pastry chef. Why slow food, served fast? The idea came from a limitation: a tiny prep kitchen in their lakefront café that resembled a home kitchen. This inspired […]

Kamino is a beloved local hotspot in Wānaka, committed to delivering an unforgettable experience for all who walk through its doors. Known for serving the finest brews, Kamino uses Dunedin’s Common Ground fair trade coffee beans to craft a perfect cup every time. From traditional espressos to trendy lattes, their passion for coffee is evident […]