The Staveley Store — Restaurant in Canterbury

Want to sample the best coffee in mid Canterbury? Then take a drive out to the Staveley Store. Nestled beneath the forested slopes of Mount Somers, close to some superb bush walks and alpine hikes, the store is a Staveley institution. Established in 1876 as a general store servicing the surrounding timber mills and farms, the store continues that tradition with its selection of locally-sourced meat, home-baked goods and sausage rolls that are the talk of the county!

The Station Farm Shop at the store is the showroom for products produced by Mt Somers Station, and is packed packed full of seasonal farm produce including lamb, venison, veal, honey and small goods; premium wines and olive oil; as well as other premium products sourced from local family owned businesses.

But it’s the coffee that is the real drawcard. Sit outside on the verandah and watch the world go by over the rim of your coffee...

The cafe has a charming ambience that really captures the local flavour, making it a pleasant place to dine. The staff were very welcoming and added to the overall positive experience.

For my meal, I opted for the soup of the day, which was a comforting choice that differed from the usual fare. The curried pumpkin filo was a standout dish. The bacon and egg buttie also stood out as a unique item, blending the classic combination of bacon and egg with its own local flair.

Overall, trying these local specialities was a highlight, offering a taste of something new and distinctive compared to what I...

We stopped here for lunch and ice cream. The cabinet food looked great. However, it took 40 minutes to get it and one item was unavailable by then. Unfortunately, it was for my 8 r old, and not much other food looked appealing to her. I understand it being a busy cafe especially on Sunday, but surely there's a better way to manage food quantities though? My croissant was chewy, and not crunchy. I'm not quite sure how cabinet food can take 40 minutes when it's mosrly prepared and heating it via a microwave took 40 minutes 🤔 We left feeling very dissatisfied and...