Powerhouse Cafe

Powerhouse Cafe

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Hours
Sun
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Mon
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sat
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
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4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Travellers' Choice 2024

RATINGS
Food
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.1 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.1 of 5 bubbles
Atmosphere
4.0 of 5 bubbles
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CUISINES
Cafe, Healthy, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, After-hours
features
Can a gluten free person get a good meal at this restaurant?
CUISINES
Cafe, Healthy, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, After-hours
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles1,014 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
265
Average
99
Poor
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Terrible
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Annette
Christchurch2 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 family
Pretty disappointed. Women at the checkout wasn’t the most helpful. We ordered 2 flat whites and a monkey business smoothie. The coffees came out first, more like a fluffy latte than a flat white. After asking twice we finally received the smoothie, which tasted like a chocolate milkshake, not particularly banana like. What frustrated us was that there was no apology for the smoothie being so long after the coffees and that there was no effort made in the service. A real shame as previous visits were a lot better. We won’t be back
Written 30 December 2024
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H1328OWkarenh
26 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 couples
Today was our last day of 5 in Hanmer Springs. As our bus back to Christchurch wasn't leaving till 4:30, we wanted a late lunch/brunch option, healthy. My Google search gave me Powerhouse Cafe, open till 2 p.m. Owner?/Manager? mentioned to get there by 1:20, so they wouldn't be cleaning up around us. Perfect! I noticed there was a Laksa special. Loving Laksa, that's what I ordered, with prawns. My husband ordered the seafood chowder. Both were beautifully presented and VERY tasty! Staff was very friendly, and I was impressed at how quickly they cleared the tables after diners left, to keep the hungry birds at bay! They also had traps for hornets, so diners could relax and enjoy their meal. Thank you, Powerhouse Cafe, for a tasty, filling end to our Hanmer Springs trip! We will return!
Written 6 February 2025
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Family Foods
Auckland320 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022 none
Group of 4 for lunch today 5th Nov. Ordered burrito with chorizo sausage, GF French toast and the Salmon risotto. It took approximately 20mins for our food to arrive, wow the portion size were definitely value for money, and the food was delicious. The GF diner was over the moon to be able to have GF crumpets as part of the French toast, Staff were polite and friendly, the cafe wasn’t too busy, we had sat outside. It would be a 5 star rating, but I felt the banana smoothie was a let down, banana, Greek yoghurt and honey, it arrived in a glass with ice, and I thought it didn’t reflect the price upon appearance, neither did the taste, maybe a bit more honey and banana as well as it being chilled would have been nice on a hot day. They did close at 2pm
Written 4 November 2022
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PeteOfPirongia
Christchurch119 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2024 couples
Short espresso double shot were very good. Smooth with crema and strong coffee flavour. Big breakfast was a beutifully presented stack with potato cake, bacon and sausages and spinach instead of toast. Like wise, chilli scrambled eggs had nice vegetables through them and sourdough crusted with pesto plus several fresh vegeatables - obviously “wild foraged”
Written 2 September 2024
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Camper606637
2 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 couples
The meal was average at best. I had the Eggs Montreal and the salmon tasted from a can. I didn’t finish the meal. My husband got the breakfast nachos and struggled to finish that meal. The family next to us also left their meals and spoke to a waitress regarding their dissatisfaction. The coffee was great and loved the location.
Written 5 December 2024
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Sonya B
Pukekohe54 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 couples
DELICIOUS! Firstly, we got a fantastic coffee served with a big smile by someone who truly has pride and pleasure in what she does. Then brunch arrived in great time and was awesome! These guys love what they do, and it shows. Nice little touches, too, chared limes to squeeze on my Eggs Montreal w salmon 😋 Hubby had the big brekky and was just as satisfied, highly mentioning the colcannon, sausage and yummy relish on his plate. Great food, awesome coffee, and really friendly staff, equated to very satisfied customers here. Thanks, Powerhouse Team
Written 24 July 2023
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songstress3
26 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 couples
This was by far the best brunch I have had in a looking time. The food was fantastic - so tasty and fresh and high quality, with care and pride to it’s presentation. The staff were very friendly and attentive, and we could see the chefs from our seat working hard at their craft. Price was quite reasonable, and we cpuldnt resist some delicious friands to take home!
Written 13 October 2023
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Zerock1977
Christchurch19 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 family
Outstanding food and service. We went for Mother’s Day brunch with 5 of us (including 2 littlies). The menu is extensive and caters for all diet types. The kids menu was smaller versions of the main menu and presented beautifully. It was refreshing to see the kids meals getting the same attention to detail as the adults. We’ve rebooked for the next day!
Written 13 May 2023
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BrydieFrame
Blenheim17 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 family
We love this cafe for its delicious food and friendly staff. So many gluten free & dairy free options, easily identified on the menu and the cabinet food. This trip however, we really noticed the slow service. The first day we had lunch and it was busy and we had ordered kitchen food so expected a reasonable wait. The second visit it wasn’t busy, we only ordered coffees and cabinet food (cupcake, friand) and the food took sooooo long to come out. Way after our coffees. Could we make a suggestion to grab this food out as it’s ordered? No need to heat a friand either, unless asked for perhaps?
Written 4 August 2021
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Linda D
11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023 family
We had breakfast here twice whilst in Hanmer. 4 adults we each had different meals and every single one beautifully presented and tasted as good as they looked. The staff were lovely and prices reasonable. I highly recommend.
Written 2 March 2023
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Jef123456789
King's Bromley165 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 couples
We liked this small cafe, the menu is simple in the evening but the food is good. We sat outside in the small canopied area and enjoyed the warm evening after a day at the springs. The food is reasonably priced and good, I had a salmon salad which was large and filling, even some fresh cherries and a good dressing. My partner had Coq au vin which was rich and came with two large slices of toasted focaccia bread to soak up the lively red wine sauce. Lastly we had the cheesecake to share, served with vanilla ice cream and a fruit compote. Not European style cheesecake but good all the same. Overall a good evening, the service was a little slow but worth the wait.
Written 27 January 2023
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heweys
Brisbane63 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 couples
An old pump house converted to a cute restaurant in the main precinct. Food is exquisite and coffee devine. Breakfast - we enjoyed chilli scrambled eggs served on sour dough with a serve of greens. Not everything is healthy however we were craving it. Highly rate their coffee. Their evening special is a Thai Laksa which sounds delicious. Definitely recommend.
Written 3 January 2025
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Sean H
Melbourne288 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 family
Hardworking team here who commit to ensure the food gets to frequent diners as quickly as possible. The menu covers all the breakfast and brunch essentials - and we would especially recommend the salads. Tables turnover quickly and the young staff do their best to keep everyone filled and satisfied.
Written 2 January 2023
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Dan K
Queenstown8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 couples
We were really happy with our experience at powerhouse. The coffee was great, and so was the food. The avo smash is presented differently than we're used to, but the variety on the plate was better, and it was really nice. Apparently they use organic fair trade coffee, and organic vegetables. The staff were lovely too.
Written 26 January 2025
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ArohaMetcalf
Kaiapoi29 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 couples
Powerhouse Cafe never disappoints and today was no exception. I had the delicious Powerhouse Pancakes a vegan option ( I'm not vegan). It's buckwheat, hemp, almond and chiaseed pancakes with poached pear, banana, watermelon, berries, seed and nut granola and coconut yogurt. While each component is delicious, together it elevates the dish and is amazing.
Written 31 October 2024
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