Lake Counter Cafe & Deli — Local services in South Island

stopped by The Lake Counter Café & Deli while walking the Kawarau Village trail and was blown away by how good everything was. They had just received a fresh delivery of Fairlie Pies—baked that morning at 3am! I tried the smoked chicken & mushroom and it was hands down one of the best pies I’ve ever had in New Zealand.

The cabinet was fully stocked with an amazing variety—bacon & egg, steak & cheese, pork belly, even the famous Simon & Bacon pie. So hard to choose!

I paired my pie with a beautiful pour-over coffee made with L’affare beans, and it was perfect. Rich, smooth, and made with real care.

The staff were friendly, the café had a cozy vibe, and the view out toward the lake made it all even better. Definitely a must-visit spot if you’re staying at Hilton or...

Friendly staff, convenient location. Short walk from any of the Hilton hotels around.

Was told that they have just reopened after being closed for years, so can ignore all old comments.

You can find deli stuff, essential food items, honey varieties, milk etc and most importantly COFFEE. I had a small double shot flat white and it was really good. If you are looking for a barista coffee this is the place to get it from within walking distance if you are...

HI've been staying nearby and have come here for coffee two days in a row. Each time, I had to wait 30 minutes for my order. The coffee is decent, but the service is...