Sabio Cafe & Coffee Roastery
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Hours
Sun
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mon
7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue
7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed
7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu
7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri
7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sat
7:00 am - 2:00 pm
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CUISINES
Cafe
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Gift Cards Available
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We are a boutique coffee roastery and cafe, situated just off the Hatea Loop and the Town Basin in Sunny Whangarei. We offer a great selection of cafe style food made with fresh local produce to go alongside your choice of espresso coffee or assorted teas and cold drinks. While you are here you can pick up some freshly roasted coffee for home!
CUISINES
Cafe
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Gift Cards Available
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4.0
14 reviews
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Jean
Whangarei14 contributions
Nov 2023 • friends
First time in here and the last. It was Saturday about 10.45am. The cabinet was almost empty. Heard another customer ask why it was empty to be told it's Saturday so we don't put anything in cos we are shut Sunday. Looked at the menu. Hardly anything on it just a few items. Ordered bacon and eggs. bacon needed more cooking and toast was warm bread. Don't know how old it was but could not get a knife through the crust. Probably needed a steak knife. Won't bother again. A shame as it not far from the town basin and could be a good business.
Written 11 December 2023
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Dr Benjamin P
Whangarei780 contributions
Dec 2020 • none
This was rather unexpected and a totally accidental find, out on an early morning walk! It is located in a light industrial and service area but is really quirky with great coffee and food in a very creative space, comforting space with outdoor seating options as well. Many there were clearly regulars. It's definitely a place to be explored further and the bous is they door their own coffee!
Written 13 January 2021
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Penny
Thanks:-)
Written 26 March 2021
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aimkel
Whangarei58 contributions
Apr 2021 • none
Not only is the food and coffee great here, but also the customer service! Staff are friendly and extremely helpful. Needed to change my baby grandson and they set up a changing station in the back room for us! Can’t think of any other cafe or restaurant that would do that! Way beyond the call of duty. So helpful, will definitely be back! Thanks for your help yesterday, it was greatly appreciated.
Written 29 April 2021
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Penny
You are most welcome. Thanks for coming in.
Written 13 May 2021
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Kym T
Hahei8 contributions
Jun 2023 • friends
I was thrilled to be introduced to Sabios. The plant based options were fantastic! The staff were friendly and attentive, the place was clean, and although very busy, staff managed calmly, and efficiently. Definitely my new 'go to' breakfast cafe when visiting Whangarei.
Written 5 June 2023
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Sarah
1 contribution
Jan 2022 • none
Table for two ~ only one got food. And waited 35 min although place was not busy. The manager informed me “ this is the fist I hear of it, mistakes happen” when I enquired. I had to ask for a refund as not offered. At the 45 min mark, finally left. Very disappointed at service.
Written 2 January 2022
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dianejbarker
London16 contributions
Jun 2021 • none
Sabio has quickly become our preferred local coffee destination. Conveniently on the Hatea Loop route, but tucked away from the main tourist cafes. Also on offer are quality bread & baking. No doubt it will continue to gain in popularity...
Written 12 June 2021
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bobbyjosing
Whangarei123 contributions
Dec 2023 • solo
Popped in for a bit of lunch & had probably the best, tastiest frittata I’ve ever had, served very hot with a tomato sauce, the place is fairly basic but immaculately clean & tidy, the service is good & quick, will defiantly return.
Written 1 December 2023
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Simon Bowerbank
Whangarei3 contributions
Nov 2023 • family
Best coffee in Whangārei. I go here most Saturday mornings with the family for coffee and breakfast.
Written 10 November 2023
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Road28526730715
1 contribution
Sept 2023 • friends
Great coffee but the staff can be a bit rude. Got literal stink eye from barista? I’m not sure what was wrong with my money, but never going here again.
Written 3 November 2023
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Trek58149136011
1 contribution
May 2023 • couples
We started coming to Sabio as soon as we found it in January after moving to Whangarei. So we've come at least fortnightly. Not so great day today. I accidently knocked my coffee and it splashed over the table. On immediately going to the counter and asking for a cloth the young woman came over and started wiping down the table....you would think great she's onto it BUT no, loads of mumbling and grumbling and "im too busy for this."
Then the scone arrived which we specifically asked NOT to be heated, it came warm and when we mentioned that, we were told "that we have to accept their standard and that's how it comes!!" Too bad, how sad...not going back!!
Written 6 May 2023
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Tim
1 contribution
Dec 2021 • couples
Great ambience, authentic delicious food and superb coffee. Staff are welcoming, food arrived quickly and you get the feeling they like being there and creating food from scratch
Written 27 December 2021
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gsrodda
Whangarei83 contributions
May 2021 • none
Called in to Sabio for lunch last week and what a find! This unassuming cafe was really good with great selection of food. We had salads which were excellent and tasty, They also do their own sourdough bread which we took home and found to be delicious! Coffee and tea was superb!
Written 11 May 2021
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Penny
Thanks for coming in - glad you enjoyed your visit:-)
Written 13 May 2021
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JW@Tron
Hamilton & Waikato Region4 contributions
Apr 2021 • friends
Decided to try Sabio despite only having a couple of reviews. Everyone really pleased (10 out of 10) with their coffee and iced coffee
Written 15 April 2021
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Penny
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed your visit.
Written 13 May 2021
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The fairy
2 contributions
Mar 2021 • friends
Fabulous staff, food and coffee. Amazing find as not a local. Clearly popular. Would live to go back for more delicious food
Written 23 March 2021
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Penny
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed your visit:-)
Written 26 March 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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