Cafés & eateries

The Taupō region is bursting at the seams with vibrant cafés and eateries. Each with its unique take on modern daytime fare, Kiwi classics, funky décor and artesian crafts that will stop you mid-bite. From Greek-inspired brunch to nitro cold brew to the humble scone, you’ll find the all-time favourites and new delights that might surprise you.

Spread throughout the region, they’re often found at remarkable locations of interest, whether next to steaming natural hot springs, inside historic tackle shops, adjoining local art galleries, or on the shores of Lake Taupō. Some even have their own gift and homeware stores to take a piece of Taupō with you.

Taupō’s café and foody culture is up with the big cities, and there is a local favourite around every corner. The allday menus, exquisite views, eclectic décor, barista-poured coffee, and friendly locals means you will always look forward to your next meal break at one of Taupō’s many café destinations.

McDonald’s Taupō

Taupō town

Whether you drive thru or wish to dine in, you can enjoy your favourite burger along with your favourite coffee made by our qualified & experienced baristas. SIMPLY GOOD COFFEEOur baristas produce a wide range of high quality espresso coffees and beverages at affordable prices.

Make us your next destination of choice where you can enjoy our clean and tidy surroundings with awesome views of our beautiful lake and mountains. Proudly using Rainforest – certified Arabica coffee beans.

A 48 Roberts Street, Taupō T 07 378 8679 E 0049@nz.stores.mcd.com W mcdonalds.co.nz

Available at participating McCafé MCF0869 Spoon and Paddle ®s during McCafé opening hours. Taupō town

Located in a 1950’s house, renovated with upcycled pallet walls, Spoon and Paddle’s menu is influenced by each season’s produce. Where possible they use local, environmentally sustainable growers and providers to create a unique dining experience. Spoon and Paddle’s highly experienced chefs pair classic café selections with some tasty modern, street-style options, excellent coffee and a concise beer and wine list. The garden playground will get the kids exploring, while mum and dad relax on the lawn.

A 101 Te Heuheu Street, Taupō T 07 378 9664 E cafe@spoonandpaddle.co.nz

Café Baku

Taupō town

Friendly service, great coffee and perfect location all combine to make Café Baku the ideal meeting place for friends, family and colleagues. Café Baku uses only certified free range eggs through our ‘Good Chef, Bad Chef’ focused menus. Meals are made on-site in our large kitchen and our aim is to serve up fresh, seasonal produce that will delight your tastebuds. Epicurean delights are added frequently to our cabinet and specials board. You’ll be wanting to come back again and again...

A 42 Roberts Street, Taupō T 07 378 6715 E admin@cafebaku.co.nz W cafebaku.co.nz Opening hours: 7 days, from 6.00am - 4.00pm.

The Cozy Corner

Taupō town

Your licensed wellness café with delicious & unique soul food. There is something for everyone, including gluten free, vegan & keto options. Our meals & treats are crafted in our own kitchen and juices & smoothies are freshly made for you. Passionate in serving quality drinks we offer a variety of coffee beans, four milk alternatives, organic NZ wine and local beer. Enjoy all this knowing you’re supporting an eco-friendly business. Be social with us @thecozycornertaupo.

A 19 Tamamutu Street, Suncourt Plaza T 07 377 1233 E camilla@thecozycorner.co.nz W thecozycorner.co.nz Opening hours: 7 days.

Café Lacus

Wharewaka

Café Lacus features Scandi–inspired interiors, an Instagram photo booth, wall hut booth seating, Nitro coffee and Kiwi classics that tap into seasonal flavours. These include generous hunks of salmon smoked in house and mince on toast coming with a black truffle hazelnut salsa verde. The French toast oozing layers of rhubarb mascarpone wins people’s choice. There’s a lot to love from our all day menu designed by our experienced chefs. Opening hours: 7 days, from 8:00am.

A 650 Lake Terrace, Taupō T 07 394 6000 I instagram.com/cafelacustaupo W cafelacus.co.nz

Baked with Love

Taupō town

We are the regions destination Café and Cakery offering delicious freshly made doughnuts, sourdough, cakes, slices, savouries, and a huge selection of cabinet food (gluten free and keto options). We have an extensive menu for Brekkie, Brunch and Lunch. Catering is also available. Make sure you check out our retail space filled with packaged treats, giftware and plants. Our online shop features amazing giftboxes (available nationwide) and treat boxes that can be picked up or delivered locally.

A 11 Gascoigne Street, Taupō T For Eatery 07 376 5098 T For Cakery 07 376 5513 W bakedwithlove.co.nz Opening hours: 7 days, from 8.00am - 3.00pm.

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Positive Kaibration Café

Taupō town

We are a clean food café focusing on healthy wholefoods predominantly, but not completely plant based (glutenfree, dairy-free, refined sugar free). Enjoy a meal, an Escape coffee or a superfood smoothie in a relaxed atmosphere.

A 45 Oruanui Street, Taupō T 021 739 406 W positivekaibration.co.nz F facebook.com/PositiveKaibration

Columbus Coffee Taupō

Taupō town

At Columbus you’ll find freshly roasted premium coffee, wholesome breakfasts, lunches and treats – all freshly prepared by our chefs, using seasonal and local produce. Opening hours: 7 days, from 8.00am – 4.00pm.

A 99 Bella George Lane, Taupō T 07 929 8990 E taupo.mega@columbuscoffee.co.nz W columbuscoffee.co.nz

Feast Café

Taupō town

Feast Café, located within the Taupō Airport offers homestyle baking, sandwiches, savouries, smoothies and award-winning Altura coffee. Great location to meet friends and watch planes come and go. Corporate catering and local giftware. Open 7 days.

A Taupō Airport, 1101 Anzac Memorial

Drive, Taupō T 021 311 984 W facebook.com/taupoairport

Lil Something

Lil Something Kiosk, located at Taupō’s iconic Spa Park catering for that lil something we are all missing. Coffee, ice-cream, milkshakes, fruit smoothies and good banter! Open 7 days, from 10.00am.

A Spa Park, 15 County Lane, Taupō T 021 311 984 W lilsomething.co.nz

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