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Gabriel's Cafe & Bar

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60 Reviews
#2 of 4 Restaurants in Lawrence
$$ - $$$
Bar
, Cafe,
New Zealand
21 Ross Place, Lawrence 9532, New Zealand
+64 3-485 9300
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Overview
4.5
60 reviews
  • Excellent58%
  • Very good23%
  • Average13%
  • Poor3%
  • Terrible3%
Travellers talk about
“seafood chowder” (4 reviews)
“steak” (5 reviews)
“salad” (5 reviews)
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CUISINES
Bar, Cafe, New Zealand, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
PRICE
$$ - $$$
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21 Ross Place, Lawrence 9532, New Zealand
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1 - 10 of 56 reviews

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
Bad Attitude

Stopped in for lunch. Food was good. The service was good too, which was surprising given the exceptionally indifferent attitude of the bloke delivering the service.

Thank camper2018
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
Very mediocre

Had lunch on our way through to Central Otago. The place was very quiet...the food was ok and nothing more..it was a bit expensive for what it was. I think there’s better places in Lawrence to go to.

Thank charliesD9938SS
Reviewed 2 weeks ago
Stop Off on way to Cromwell

Decided to go into Gabriels as we could sit outside in fresh air and sun. Not sure if the staff were wanting to be at work or not.. Not at all friendly - it seemed to be to much when asking about food etc.. When...More

Thank k1w1Spirit
Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
Unfriendly Staff

Waited very long for food to take away. When we got it, it was cold. Staff was very rude when we asked if we would have to wait much longer. Won't go again.

Thank Kiwi468
Reviewed 5 weeks ago
Historic Building and Great Food is a Winner

Really enjoyed our meal at Gabriels recently. Ordered Seafood Chowder, Garlic Bread, Steak, and the Chicken w Bacon wrap. All perfectly cooked. Was super impressed with how well the chicken was cooked - still juicy but fully cooked. Spot on. Super friendly and relaxed wait...More

Thank LyttelTriker
Reviewed 4 March 2018
AS USUAL A BIT SPECIAL

Really good food, brilliant service, friendly staff. Nicwe surroundings, good choice of meal size i.e. Lunch, dinner. large. Beer and wine reasonable price.

Thank pat20182018
Reviewed 28 February 2018
Very good food

Verity, the owner of the Lady of Lawrence B&B recommended Gabriel's to my husband and me for dinner. Gabriel's is not fancy, but the food was terrific as was the service. In fact, it was so good that we wanted to return the next night...More

Thank TAHES
Reviewed 24 February 2018 via mobile
Driving to Queenstown...

Worth a stop in. Really reasonably priced and delicious toasties. The desserts aren't made in house, but the Belgian slice wad delicious. The guy criticised my partner's coffee order which was odd. We had a pleasant experience. Nice staff, good food.

Thank Shawn C
Reviewed 18 February 2018 via mobile
Not returning

Meals took 40mins, served cold. Waitress was in sweats with food over her pants. Asked for no sour cream twice, still got it then told we didn't say so wasn't on docket. Was scraped off so still there which made child not eat it. Will...More

Thank Angela M
Reviewed 5 February 2018
Great spot for lunch

Stopped here for lunch on way to Wanaka. Super friendly waitress, my mother couldn't stop talking about how lovely the young lady was! Food was very good too, value for money with good size helpings filling up my 15yr old son until we got to...More

Thank JPMJMM
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Camille A
20 May 2017|
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Yes we do try to accomodate all dietary needs
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Restaurant Details

Rating summary
  • Food
    Service
  • Value
    Atmosphere
Cuisine
Bar, Cafe, New Zealand, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Restaurant features
Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Highchairs Available
Good for
Kids, Business meetings, Child-friendly
Open Hours
Sunday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Location and Contact Information
  • Address: 21 Ross Place, Lawrence 9532, New Zealand
  • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  South Island  >  Otago Region  >  Lawrence
  • Phone Number: +64 3-485 9300
  • E-mail
Description
Winners of the Southern Region Rural Cafe of The Year 2017 Welcoming, friendly cafe within a historical building, it was built in 1886, and was the first Rural Bank Of New Zealand. It still has the original vault, lots of history. Owner operated By Reuben and Shelley Hinton, Reuben was a Lone Star head chef for over 10 years, and has been cheffing for 27 years. Shelley has been trained by Reuben, and our customers cannot tell who is out in the kitchen cooking, as our meals are always consistent.

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