Kiwi Cafe & Restaurant , The Best Cafe & Restaurant In Lower Hutt — Restaurant in North Island

Mum and I randomly called in last Monday. We initially wanted a coffee and a sandwich, but ended up having a late breakfast instead.

I had the Big Breakfast and she had the Pancake Stack. As it was Monday, the coffee was on special, but they didn’t stop there, they also accepted further discounts with the SuperGold.. but this review isn’t about the discounts..

Food: Well, hers was perfectly constructed and had fantastic flavour. The banana just set it off with the Maple Syrup.

My eggs were poached perfectly, the bacon had just the right amount of crispness, bread was toasted just right, the ONLY small thought that had afterwards was maybe an extra butter, but had I have asked they may have provided.

Drinks: I must admit, I did ask for 2 Latte’s and we accidentally got Flat Whites instead, but as I didn’t realise until I tasted it? By then I didn’t care. The coffee was excellent, but I prefer my coffee after my meal. I won’t critique that issue as I didn’t ask for that at the time.

Service: The staff work very efficiently, even the interactions between themselves appeared very positive and they actually looked like they enjoyed being at work on a Monday. The formality of the ‘shirt and tie’ is not something you see at your regular cafe, it was very professional.

Atmosphere: Great little place. Possibly because of the time of day, it was nice relaxing and rather quiet. The diners bathroom was well stocked and definitely well maintained.

My only issue was, and this is really MY issue. I’m a bigger guy and I found the tables a little close together, I’ll try a different table next time.

It’s a shame you don’t seem to appear on Yelp currently, but I’ll keep an eye out to comment next time.

All in all, this was a VERY pleasant experience and I look forward to returning...

I had the most delightful experience at Kiwi Cafe when I went there for lunch today with my family! From the moment We stepped in, We were greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that immediately put us at ease. The interior was beautifully decorated with cozy seating arrangements that made us feel right at home.

Now, let's talk about the food. Wow! The chicken and bacon pasta was absolutely fantastic. The flavours were absolutely fantastic. The chicken was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, a creamy, rich texture that was simply divine. The salad was fresh and crisp, and the dressing was a delightful complement. Coffee was so good.

But what truly sets Kiwi cafe apart is their attention to detail and customer service. The staff was not only friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. They were more than happy to answer any questions I had and even made some excellent recommendations. It's clear that they take pride in providing an exceptional dining experience. I can't wait to come back and explore more of their menu. I highly recommend giving Kiwi Cafe a try. You won't be...

This cafe is little gem hidden on High St, Lower Hutt. Had lunch with my family here. Food was fantastic! Freshly made, price is reasonably good for the big portions you receive. Fluffy pancakes with topping of crystalized bananas, bacon, fresh cream and syrup on the side. Chicken fettuccini was rich and creamy. Has a little kick of spice in it. Huge portion! Very filling but absolute delish! Omelette cooked to perfection. Eggs Benedict was good, mushrooms well cooked. However eggs were a little overcooked therefore no running yolk and the hollandaise looked more like mayonaise but overall it was very tasty! Waffle was fresh, moist with a touch of crunch to the crust. I purchased a carrot cake to take home. It wasn't the best carrot cake I've had but it was still edible. Cake was a little dense and icing was quite firm. It seemed it was from the night before but the flavours were there. The service was great and friendly. If you have a big appetite and you enjoy a good hearty meal then this place would be the best...