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Review of Canteena

Canteena
Ranked #1 of 33 Restaurants in Gisborne
Price range: $20 - $49
Description: Canteena is an exciting addition to the Gisborne café scene. Come to 18 Prince Street (behind the Gisborne Central Shopping Centre) and find a warm, cosy and quiet café known for great food with an exciting ethnic twist. We are open for breakfast and lunch six days a week. Dinner is served on Friday and Saturday evenings. Using fresh ingredients we create dishes with a classic continental flair, to be enjoyed with a glass of wine and most importantly - the best coffee in Gisborne. The coffee is the specialty of the house. It is the Humbler blend from the renowned Proud Mary Coffee Roasters. Anupam is an experienced chef with 25 years in the industry and barista with more than nine years running a successful Michel's Patisserie franchise. Canteena is a little bit special. Alongside the classics, there are dishes with an ethnic flair not yet seen in Gisborne. Come and cradle a glass of wine by the fire, indulge in great food freshly prepared at an affordable price. Enjoy our friendly welcoming service, 'real' hot chocolate and unbeatable coffee.
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Description: Canteena is an exciting addition to the Gisborne café scene. Come to 18 Prince Street (behind the Gisborne Central Shopping Centre) and find a warm, cosy and quiet café known for great food with an exciting ethnic twist. We are open for breakfast and lunch six days a week. Dinner is served on Friday and Saturday evenings. Using fresh ingredients we create dishes with a classic continental flair, to be enjoyed with a glass of wine and most importantly - the best coffee in Gisborne. The coffee is the specialty of the house. It is the Humbler blend from the renowned Proud Mary Coffee Roasters. Anupam is an experienced chef with 25 years in the industry and barista with more than nine years running a successful Michel's Patisserie franchise. Canteena is a little bit special. Alongside the classics, there are dishes with an ethnic flair not yet seen in Gisborne. Come and cradle a glass of wine by the fire, indulge in great food freshly prepared at an affordable price. Enjoy our friendly welcoming service, 'real' hot chocolate and unbeatable coffee.
Reviewed 7 August 2018

Good food and great service at reasonable prices. Perfect for a catch-up with friends. I have been there quite a few times for lunch and dinner and it never disappoints. They have a variety of dishes with curries and vegetarian options.

Date of visit: July 2018
Thank Leanne N
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Anupam G, Manager at Canteena, responded to this reviewResponded 16 September 2018

Thank you Leanne for reviewing Canteena. We are greatly thankful for your appreciation of the overall dining experience. Your positive comments have been shared with the team. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Best Regards,
Manager

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Reviewed 27 July 2018

We first visited Canteena about 3 years ago and loved it. In fact we enjoy it so much it's become our weekly place for lunch, and where we like to bring visiting friends and guests. There are several reasons why, in a town blessed with more than 20 places to enjoy a brew, we keep coming back. First of all, as a coffeeholic I can attest that their coffee is truly excellent. Second, the menu is both very tasty and well priced. There is a daily specials board with choices to suit the weather outside. Third, nothing is rushed, and you have time to hold a conversation in a very clean and pleasant surroundings. This doesn't mean you cant get a quick cuppa, and even take it away should you like, and there is a good selection of cakes to enjoy with it. So, if you get a chance, come and visit my favourite lunch place, and "feel the serenity".

Date of visit: July 2018
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1  Thank scubal0ver
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Anupam G, Manager at Canteena, responded to this reviewResponded 30 July 2018

Thank you for reviewing Canteena. We are thankful for your continued patronage all these years. Your positive comments have been shared with the team. We look forward to seeing you every week. Thank you.
Best Regards,
Manager

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Reviewed 21 July 2018 via mobile

Great atmosphere, really good menu selection and fantastic food, we will definitely be back!
Thank you for the great service.

Date of visit: July 2018
2  Thank g_s_king
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Anupam G, Manager at Canteena, responded to this reviewResponded 22 July 2018

Thank you for reviewing Canteena. We are greatly thankful for your appreciation of the overall dining experience. Your positive comments have been shared with the team. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Best Regards,
Manager

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Reviewed 20 July 2018

Great place to relax and endulge in some excellent food. The food was delicious and the service was prompt and the staff very courteous.

Date of visit: June 2018
    • Food
Thank Greg H
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Anupam G, Manager at Canteena, responded to this reviewResponded 22 July 2018

Thank you Greg for reviewing Canteena. We are greatly thankful for your appreciation of the overall dining experience. Your positive comments have been shared with the team. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Best Regards,
Manager

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Reviewed 18 July 2018 via mobile

Wonderful food, imamculately clean. The service is warm and welcoming.

I had the salmon and vegetables which was nutritious and tasty.

The table staff were so friendly and patient with my loud relatives.

Date of visit: February 2018
Thank Kate E
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Anupam G, Manager at Canteena, responded to this reviewResponded 22 July 2018

Thank you Kate for reviewing Canteena. We are greatly thankful for your appreciation of the overall dining experience. Your positive comments have been shared with the team. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Best Regards,
Manager

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