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US$3 - US$29
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Cafe, European, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 18 April 2023

The cafe was so busy but the staff were calm, friendly, and efficient. The medium, double-shot flat white was perfect- great barista- and there was a whole display shelf of gluten free snacks for my wife and teenage grand daughters

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 16 March 2023 via mobile

Although the coffee was a great flavour it was only like warm. Staff were friendly but seemed to be disorganised but was very busy.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 11 January 2023

Busy place - service was good and not a long wait considering the amount of people; food reasonable and good value

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 12 August 2022 via mobile

Excellent service, food and beautiful setting Visited today for lunch,our first restaurant visit in 2 years, since COVID. Beautiful setting, scrumptious food and friendly attentive service even tho they were super busy. Had a slight mix up with the eftpos payment which was sorted quickly...and efficiently. Would highly recommend and will definitely dine there againMore

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 19 April 2022

We like Mokaba for its great range of delicious cakes and sweet treats. Really yum. We've had pretty disappointing brunch food there though, and this last try was no exception. The big breakfast and vegetarian breakfast were both super ordinary (pre frozen hash browns, barely...ripe tomatoes), and the food wasn't hot. It came out so quickly I doubt it was freshly cooked - just pre-cooked items assembled, which would perhaps account for it being luke warm. Our third meal didn't arrive, and eventually, when two of us had finished our meals, it turned up. The staff were apologetic but no-one had bothered to come over and let us know there was an issue. Overall not a great experience. Next time we'll stick to the cheesecake.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 9 April 2022

Lovely, relaxed Friday brunch in a great location. Attentive, friendly service. Enjoyed my meal selected from standard brunch fare menu.

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 5 March 2022 via mobile

It was packed when we arrived for brunch. We were seated in what was like a walkway to the restaurant. It was separated from the main seating areas. This was fine with us. We went up to the counter, ordered our meals etc. The meals...were great, the kids pancakes were so light, our granddaughter loved them. The service was fine. All in all very good. My concern was we had to ask if they wanted to see our vaccine passes. In the current environment that we are in, this is not good enough. I hope that they are more on top of it in the future.More

Date of visit: January 2022
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Reviewed 11 February 2022

I had french toast and it was very average. It had 3 big slices of baguette, which was far too thick and too much.

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 29 December 2021

We had a coffee on one day and a lunch on the other. The food was delicious both from the cabinet and the menu. Their ordering system involves long waits both to order the food and then to receive it. On both occasions they forgot...items for our table, but we enjoyed the food itself. Both times nobody checked vaccine passports and when we asked if they needed to see it we were told ‘no it’s ok’.More

Date of visit: December 2021
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Reviewed 9 March 2021

This cafe is right next to the river so offer a lovely setting and view of the water if you have a table outside. Inside however is dark and damp and not at all cozy. The food is average but adequate. Over eagerness to be...efficient makes the service impersonal and creates an impression of impatience. If you are just after a coffee and bite and not fussed about the vibe, it will do just fine.More

Date of visit: March 2021
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Reviewed 7 March 2021 via mobile

Have never had a bad meal here. Come here once a week. Brilliant place. Full breakfast is always good!

Date of visit: March 2021
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Reviewed 28 February 2021

They have a great variety of yummy cakes on display! Go and have a looksy to have with your coffee/tea.

Date of visit: January 2021
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Reviewed 21 February 2021

Visited for morning tea - coffee was great. We returned for lunch and enjoyed the small breakfast which was very nice and good value.

Date of visit: February 2021
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Reviewed 2 January 2021 via mobile

Best service, friendly staff, water front nice view!! Best coffees always! Very fast service even it'y crazy busy cafe! Highly recommended!❤️☕️

Date of visit: January 2021
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Reviewed 11 December 2020 via mobile

Lovely setting, great food and diverse menu. Staff were fast about having our meal delivered to us and despite a wee mix up with the coffees nothing was a problem for them to sort. The servings were large and generous and with that lovely view...made for an amazing lunchMore

Date of visit: November 2020
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MOKABA CAFE, Whangarei - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews

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Mokaba Cafe is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5