Stopped off en route from Queenstown for something tasty and hot (snow on the Lindis). The carrot, cumin and coconut soup was just the ticket.

We ate brunch outside under the warm September sun and the food was great as was the service. I wish we had had the chance to eat dinner there as I feel sure it would have been good.

We went for dinner and both had the lamb rack. It was fantastic! We came back again for breakfast the next day and the waffles were very tasty too. It was a touch pricey, but not drastically. Sitting by the fire on a cold night...More

We were driving from Lake Tekapo to Queenstown and to be honest we stopped here because we weren’t sure when we’d next find a coffee shop, but in fact it was excellent. Lovely coffee and cakes, great service and we were only sorry that we’d...More

Poppies Cafe was cosy and inviting. Quiet at this time of year, but still a nice atmosphere. The waitress was friendly and helpful and not at all pushy. The food was delicious and the local brew on tap was great! Probably a bit more expensive...More

We were so looking forward to our dinner after reading the website and learning about Poppy’s use of fresh local food. I ordered the salmon salad, hoping for the taste of fresh ingredients. Instead it was so covered with heavy, buttery dressing that the fresh...More

I visited three different cafe in Twizel last week and ordered their "all day breakfast". In such a meal like this details do the difference. My breakfast was for sure the best i had in Twizel,i really appreciate higher bacon quality they have,and everything seems...More

Very cozy and friendly place. We ordered the lamb chops and sure glad we did. They were cooked to perfection. Also tried the new Zealand whiskey and was not disappointed Great service and atmosphere

Fine dining in the McKenzie country at reasonable prices for the quality. Small meals available and divine desserts. Much, much better option than Tekapo or Omarama if you're travelling through.

Very attentive waitress. Appeared to be the only staff member working.in the restaurant.Excellent service. Very polite. Food wonderful Lamb Steak and fish meals were ordered and were excellent will go back again and would recommend.