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We've compiled the best of the best in Whakatane - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Mellow jazz might be playing in the background, local art graces the walls, and the retro couches and armchairs are great spots to chill out and enjoy a coffee, which is freshly roasted every day in the café. Snack options include egg and bacon rolls, sandwiches, cakes, and slices. Alfresco dining is available as well.
Homemade slices and scones are among the decadent favorites at this central Whakatane café. However, sandwiches and savory pies are other options, and you can order from a full breakfast and lunch menu for something cooked freshly on-site. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.
At the base of Moutohora (Whale Island) Sanctuary Tours, run by Ngati Awa Tourism, this breakfast and lunch spot is right by the water. The café serves a full Kiwi breakfast menu, with omelets, eggs, and french toast, and also a range of fresh-baked pastries to go with your coffee.
