Molecule Cafe

Molecule Cafe

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+64 3-302 9131+ Add website
Hours
Sun
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Mon
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Tue
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Wed
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Thu
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Fri
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Sat
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
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4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles

RATINGS
Food
4.2 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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PRICE RANGE
$4.00 – $30.00
CUISINES
Cafe, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
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About
Molecule is a located in Methven and can be found on the Main Street. We are open 7 days a week. Molecule has a great breakfast and lunch menu with options for the whole family. We serves NZs finest Coffee Supreme.
PRICE RANGE
$4.00 – $30.00
CUISINES
Cafe, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Gift Cards Available
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4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles156 reviews
Excellent
71
Very good
55
Average
14
Poor
8
Terrible
8

Georgie
Naxos8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 family
This place was fabulous. I'm a total pain in the proverbial in restaurants and cafes. I always want them to fiddle around with the menu and swap things out. I'm thoroughly ashamed of myself for being such a knob, but I do it anyway. I did it at Molecule (the burger with bacon and fries; but with no fries, no bacon and no bun, please). The waitress very politely took the micturation out of me for it - she was lovely. The burger (or what was left of it after my changes) was fantastic. Fat, juicy patty. Plenty of flavour. Generous serving. The bun, bacon and fries would have left me in a food coma, so I'm glad I vetoed them - but a big person with a big appetite would appreciate them. My little girl loved the mini cheese burger with fries. The waitress made a wee ceremony out of serving our kawakawa and ginger tea. It was lovely, and made me think that the staff here put some love in to what they do. I didn't try the coffee, but there were plenty of little clues that they care about their coffee here. Great pics on the wall - smoking nuns, microscope patent application, something for everyone. Molecule was buzzing with customers, so I'm guessing that others agree with me. If/when I come back to Methven, this is where I will grab a bite.
Written 15 July 2023
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Mumma&Co
Timaru7264 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022 friends
Second visit here & equally impressed. Male server was polite & friendly & it wasn't a problem to change menu items due to dietary choices. Good to see him cleaning while we were there too in these covid times.
Written 12 March 2022
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Andrea Toms
So pleased to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Cafe 131. We look forward to serving you again ☕️
Written 7 April 2022
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Nancy M
Auckland4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 couples
This cafe is the tea drinkers paradise. We are usually ignored by the coffee drinking population. The size of the pot can easily serve 3 people, unlike the usual tiny pot, where you are lucky to fill even 1 cup. A little matchbox filled with tea, measured - some for now, some for later, or use the whole lot for a good strong brew is accompanied by a little science beaker of milk that rhat compliments the Molecule cafe name. Add to this a good menu, cabinet food that changes daily, and very friendly and patient staff. This was unexpected in the little town of Methven and a must go-too. Well done .
Written 27 January 2024
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PeteOfPirongia
Christchurch119 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023 couples
Not recommended. Two stars for the good ambience and for the second to none coffee. But the DF GF big breakfast unexpectedly arrived without sausages and there was no warning at the time of ordering, nor any offer to replace with spinach or any thing else as is usual elsewhere, even when discussed. The staff have been instructed "No Substitutions". and we paid the full price too. We would go to one of the other cafes in Methven, next breakfast.
Written 15 February 2023
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danigross88
Sydney452 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021 family
We came here on Mother’s Day with our baby girl and it was great. The staff were really friendly and the coffee and the food and the atmosphere were lovely. We both had the corn bread which was very tasty, could have done with a bit more seasoning but that would be the only negative! Probably going back again tomorrow before we head out of Methven.
Written 8 May 2021
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Linda K
Auckland Central696 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 family
We were desperate for food on a long drive and headed off the main highway to Methven for a late lunch. This place looked busy so we popped in for a meal. There were not too many vegetarian options but the pumpkin, caramelised onion and thyme flan was a nice meal. The nachos were plentiful too and we enjoyed great drinks. The service was good enough though nothing out of the ordinary.
Written 8 February 2020
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jambolis
Auckland Central6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 couples
Perfect, tasty, quick. Exactly what a cafe should be. Great options, very flavourful. Coffee was excellent too and although we didn't have time for teas, it's the best selection I've seen in any cafe. Highly recommend the haloumi stack and the creamy mushrooms
Written 7 February 2024
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alishiag2017
Auckland Central13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022 couples
Food was very nice, had Eggs Benedict, coffee good, Staff friendly. Good place to stop for food in Methven. Home made baked goods & nice selection of fresh food Also available in cabinet.
Written 10 January 2022
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Christine F
Raymond Terrace35 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 none
Three coffees to go and a hot chocolate with marshmallows, before we caught the HassleFree tour bus from outside the Information Centre in Methven. The Cafe is big, spacious and clean with lovely glass headlight windows above the doors. It is located in the main street. All our hot drinks were delicious and nice and hot. The service was quick, polite and efficient. Recommend a stop if you're in the area.
Written 30 March 2020
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W5204QVkate
Toowoomba5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 family
Highly recommend this little cafe. We had breakfast there nearly everyday and the service was quick and the staff very friendly. The breakfast was so good and the coffee was great. Thoughly enjoyed by all the Aussie rugby tour families.
Written 29 June 2023
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MamaC
Christchurch26 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022 family
We stopped in for a family lunch recently. The setting was pleasant and the service great. The best thing however, was the great selection of vegan food. We had the vegan breakfast and the vegan burrito and they were both excellent. We will happily return.
Written 28 November 2022
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Tracy H
380 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2024 couples
Sadly..what we thought as googled as a really great option...was not what we found nor received in terms of food nor service.received. For 2 brunch meals 58.00 dollars... for a gluten free toastie and maybe 10 fries (with issues sent back etc) ..one tea...one coffee a BLT and maybe 12 fries?
Written 17 September 2024
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Michelle M
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 friends
Wonderful cafe with the most delicious bacon and egg pie! Thank you for your wonderful hospitality.
Written 18 November 2023
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Daydream05763600690
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 family
Best Earl Grey tea I have ever tasted. Excellent bacon and perfect eggs And rosti was crispy yum. Yes spot on.
Written 22 September 2023
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Thatsuzy
Whangarei4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 friends
Really nice spot with great service and bloody great coffee!! Fireplace was cranking which gave it a nice vibe
Written 21 June 2023
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