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    Poppies Cafe

    849 Reviews
    #2 of 9 Restaurants in Twizel
    $$ - $$$Cafe, European,
    New Zealand
    1 Benmore Place, Twizel 7944, New Zealand
    +64 3-435 0848
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    Overview
    4.5
    849 reviews
    • Excellent59%
    • Very good33%
    • Average6%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
    Travellers talk about
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    Open Now
    8:30 AM - 8:30 PM Hours
    CUISINES
    Cafe, European, New Zealand, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    PRICE
    $$ - $$$
    RATINGS
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    Atmosphere
    LOCATION
    1 Benmore Place, Twizel 7944, New Zealand
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    1 - 10 of 761 reviews

    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Nice food, fast service

    Visited while I was in Twizel. Very good service and food selection. Well worth a visit if you‘re looking for a restaurant in Twizel.

    Date of visit: December 2018
    Thank udochrist
    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    It is as good as they say

    I visited with my son on a road trip. Nice food, charming service and that’s all there is to say! Even so, tripadvisor would like me to write more, which is total nonsense

    Date of visit: December 2018
    Thank Seolferwulf
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    What a great way to finish a day. Makes Twizel worth a stop

    Ate at Poppies on November 16th. Made very welcome by Alex even though we initially said we were only going to have a drink. When we saw the menu decided to stay on for an early supper. We were so pleased we did. There were...More

    Date of visit: November 2018
    Thank JontyP_13
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Great restaurant

    We stayed 3 nights in Twizel and ate at this café restaurant each evening. The menu was varied and the quality of the food first class. Staff were attentive and friendly

    Date of visit: November 2018
    Thank George A
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Just perfect!

    Me and my partner had dinner at poppies a few nights ago. We were warmly welcomed by the Maitre d’ and promptly showed to a lovely table even without a reservation. The place was busy and tables were filling up quickly however there was not...More

    Date of visit: December 2018
    Thank earlybird180
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    A Good place to eat

    The service was very friendly, and exceptional efficient. I had the orange ruffy, which is a local fish with a firm white flesh. It was cooked to perfection - nice and moist. This a popular cafe, so I would advise booking for dinner.

    Date of visit: November 2018
    Thank BobHart308
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Good coffee, average food

    Today I visited Poppies with a group of friends for breakfast, the restaurant wasn't busy and we were seated and served very quickly. Staff did their job well but weren't friendly or welcoming. When the coffee arrived I was very pleased it was lovely and...More

    Date of visit: November 2018
    Thank ashleigh_robyn
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Good Food and Ambience

    On a wet evening we went there, the staff is cordial, they helped us select right dishes and preparations were good. Nice Indian food

    Date of visit: November 2018
    Thank Rishikesh_Pravasi
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Great cup of coffee

    We stopped at Poppies on our way out of town after 2 days in Twizel and had two great cups of coffee, cappuccino and flat white. We got our drinks to go for the road but all the staff we interacted with were very friendly....More

    Date of visit: November 2018
    Thank Malibu_Man1901
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Friendly

    I haven’t tried the other cafes in Twizel, so not sure how Poppies compares. I can tell you that the place is popular as it was almost full when I arrived. It’s clean and comfortable. The staff are friendly and the meal is pretty good....More

    Date of visit: November 2018
    Thank NicW110
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    US$3 - US$25
    Cuisine
    Cafe, European, New Zealand, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
    Restaurant features
    Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards
    Good for
    Child-friendly, Kids, Special Occasion Dining, Local cuisine, Groups
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
    Monday
    8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
    Tuesday
    8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
    Wednesday
    8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
    Thursday
    8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
    Friday
    8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
    Saturday
    8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 1 Benmore Place, Twizel 7944, New Zealand
    • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  South Island  >  Canterbury Region  >  Mackenzie District  >  Twizel
    • Phone Number: +64 3-435 0848
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    Description
    At Poppies Cafe & Restaurant we pride ourselves on giving you a great memorable experience. We have a large vegetable garden & glasshouse where we grow a wide range of organic herbs & vegetables. Our chefs use only the finest local ingredients, Mt Cook Salmon, Lamb rack, Appletree Pork, local Beef fillet ( free range & grass fed). We offer a fantastic range of locally produced wine & craft beer. With alfresco dining and some of the most picturesque scenery in the world, come and enjoy the best service, food, wine, beer & coffee Twizel has to offer.
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