THE COURTHOUSE CAFE, Collingwood - Restaurant Reviews, Phone Number & Photos

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The Courthouse Cafe is open 7 days a week from 8 am - 3pm. Full breakfast menu available until 12.00 and lunch menu until 2.00pm. Coffee & cabinet food available all day. Indoor & outdoor seating available, weather depending. We are restarting our curry nights back by popular demand on 24th June. Saturday’s from 5-7.30pm, eat in only so booking is recommended.

PRICE RANGE

$5.00 – $33.00

CUISINES

Cafe, New Zealand

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch

FEATURES

Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Gift Cards Available

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4.5

346 reviews

Excellent

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Very good

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Anita O

Mannheim1023 contributions

Idyllic Place

Nov 2019 • none

We needed a coffee break in Collingwood and discovered the pretty little house... An idyllic place with a garden (regrettably it was a chilly day), Wellington boots at the front door... It was only 11 am but the main room was busy with people having lunch. Too early for us and so we just ordered two long blacks, a scone and a slice of carrot cake and got us a table in the adjoining room. The pastry was delicious, the staff was nice and we loved the funny bric-a-brac on display (for sale) on the shelves and in the glass cabinet.

Written 27 February 2020

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kylie771

Thank you for your great review. Glad you enjoyed your break here in collingwood

Written 2 March 2020

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stephrobyn1

New Plymouth2 contributions

Relaxed and welcoming

Dec 2020 • family

It was a beautiful day so we sat outside on dawn off logs for seats, around a table that easily accommodated the 6 of us. The coffee was good and they were able to provide soy milk alternatives for the two lactose intolerant group members. There was even a small nail polish tucked into the plant in the centre of the table, if you felt so inclined while you enjoyed the beautiful weather and atmosphere.

Written 1 January 2021

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Rosecomb

Ashburton34 contributions

A treat at the end of the road

Feb 2020 • none

The Courthouse Cafe was a real gem. Pies made at the cafe were wonderful. The dish of the day was Penne with courgettes and bacon.....delicious! The coffee was excellent. And there were interesting people eating there at lunchtime both locals and Visitors who were all keen to chat. Very good experience......and the staff were very friendly!

Written 20 February 2020

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Karyn P

Auckland Central80 contributions

Friendly staff but horrendous scones.

Jan 2021 • none

We must have visited on a bad day. We ordered coffee and scones. The coffee was great however the scones were not. The scones were like rock cakes even heated up. I thought my homemade scones were bad and i wouldn't sell mine and these were worse - which made us laugh. On the bright side the serving staff were lovely and a pleasant setting outside.

Written 5 March 2021

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Kylie J

I am so happy you could laugh about this!! Am so sorry scones were like rock cakes..: we must have seriously have had a bad day! So sorry but thank you for softening the blow with saying other things were good:) if you happen to pop by please tell us who you are so we can make amends

Written 7 March 2021

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Ezra710

Christchurch1416 contributions

Sentence me to coffee!

Jun 2020 • family

A bit of flair in some of their dishes, not all liked by my wife (to my advantage!). I was disappointed by the paucity of dates in my scone, but the scone itself was very light and fresh. Wonderful ginger slice and carrot cake. And the coffee...the coffee was great. Always a plus when it is served hot, and with great taste. Thank you! I'll gladly be sentenced to custody on the grounds of enjoying your coffee! Please have soap in both bathrooms though.

Written 28 June 2020

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Marianne P

105 contributions

Carrot cake dry and disappointing.

Aug 2020 • none

We enjoyed this place so much 18 months ago that we decided to try it again on a visit this past weekend. I am a Carrot Cake lover and recall it being good last time but this time I was sadly disappointed as it was very dry and tasteless. What a shame. Husband enjoyed his cheese and ham croissant though and the staff were very pleasant.

Written 16 August 2020

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NZShaz

Wellington78 contributions

Great place to eat in Golden bay

Dec 2019 • none

We have been hereseveral imes and have always had a great experince with the food and service. It is a small place, in a small town, in a very remote part of New Zealand. But it feels like paradise and the food is right up there with the bigger noisier places. If you are passing through or staying in the region this is absolutely the "go to" lunch spot. The location is amazing - eat in the garden if the weather permits - which it almost always does. We seriously recommend - they have never let us down!!!

Written 19 January 2020

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TheRobertsons43

Auckland Central239 contributions

Fabulous daytime spot

Apr 2021 • family

We visited twice in 2 days - hot drinks and cakes for our first visit and brekkie on the second visit. The cakes were very yummy (carrot cake and a decadent chocolate cake). Also thoroughly enjoyed the waffles with fruit and bacon for breakfast. Friendly, efficient service and a cute historic building.

Written 23 April 2021

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Superpear

New Plymouth1321 contributions

What a great cafe

Feb 2021 • none

My wife and I had a lovely cup of coffee and a snack here. The staff were brilliant, especially as they were coping with COVID Level 2 restrictions, the coffee was delicious, and the snacks were home made and wonderful. Couple all of that with a beautiful heritage building, great gardens to sit in, and you have the perfect mix for a great place to rest and eat.

Written 28 February 2021

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Dream24055514995

7 contributions

Best big breakfast EVER!

Nov 2023 • family

The best big cooked breakfast I have EVER had! From the 'in-house' baked beans to the proper sausage it was beautiful. The coffee was also excellent - would stack up very well against many good Wellington cafes.

Written 17 December 2023

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Twc622

Auckland Central108 contributions

Fabulous authentic pizzas

Jan 2024 • couples

Saturday pizza is amazing! The chef certainly makes an authentic pizza in that the base is like a real Neapolitan one, fluffy and chewy. Since our trip to Italy in July, we were quite disappointed in the pizzas on return to NZ( the worst being the one in Martinborough) so it was with huge surprise that our “ Accused” ( pizzas with appropriate “ courthouse “ names) as well as garlic pizzas were so delicious. The sizes are great ($28 for pizzas an $8 for garlic pizza bread) as I am a big eater so I was doubly impressed with the size and quality. If this chef continues, the courthouse cafe’s Saturday night pizzas will become a destination eatery!! Well done you guys!

Written 4 February 2024

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Kate S

Christchurch18 contributions

Wonderful!

Apr 2023 • family

Brilliant food in a lovely old building, friendly service, great coffee. If you are able to, get pizzas on Saturday night. Absolutely delicious. We also had breakfast (eggs bene with salmon-perfect) and the avocado smash - also delicious. Scones and scrolls also great.

Written 15 April 2023

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Jonathan Fraser

Thanks for your great review, it's much appreciated. Hope to see you again soon.

Written 11 July 2023

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Anne C

Robina100 contributions

Lunch at the Collingwood Courthouse Cafe….

Jan 2024 • couples

We found this quant cafe by chance. It’s an indoor - outdoor affair which is suitable for both summer and winter whether just ducking in for a coffee/tea and a snack or to sit down and enjoy something to eat, it’s a delightful spot. Staff are warm and helpful. The food delicious. Highly recommend popping in.

Written 13 February 2024

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Glynbo

Blenheim12 contributions

Top job, well done

Feb 2024 • family

Excellent lunch and great service. The best lunch spot in Golden Bay? Probably. I had the flounder/fish of the day, family members had the salmon and pork belly. Lovely building and location.

Written 4 February 2024

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AxelBender

Konstanz93 contributions

Another great cafe! Perfect stop along the drive from Abel Tasman to Wharariki Beach./ Farewell Spit

Oct 2022 • none

We stopped at this lovely place along the drive from north to south. It is not far from the main Highway and well worth a visit. The small town of Collingwood and the courthouse cafe are just 500m next to Highway 60. We enjoyed easy parking with a big camper van in front of the cafe. Both inside and outside is enough space to get settled. However, wildlife (birds) outside can be an issue when you order food. We decided to stay inside and had eggs, an omelet, cake, and coffee. So far this has been one of our better cafe experiences in New Zealand. The beach is around the corner (walking distance (100-200m).

Written 31 October 2022

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Jon Fraser

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, it is great to get such positive feedback 😀 We hope you drop in on us again sometime soon. We now have some waterpistols to keep the seagulls away from guests food!

Written 6 November 2022

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