SURF ROAD

Flavours of Plenty (March) Tiramisu French Toast dish entry, for Plates of Pleeeeenty - so clever, utilising the 'Sweet Sesh' hot honey combining kumara + blueberries, with usual satisfying marscapone lashings over French toast. This brunch will ensure you get new local flavours on your generous serving on the plate, with the chefs/kitchen starting to show their creative side. Fullest marks Casey, keen to ensure that you have it as intended, construction was beautifully presented. *** *** *** Original Visit | We had our first taste, on a rainy Tues afternoon, of the sunny warm "California dreamin" personality of Omanu's latest Barista import to serve one of our oldest Cafe patrons...they were a "HIT" with valet assistance to comfy seating and table service WOW. Ratings were given, for; 'fresh /clean / space' and the cheesecake was declared "Beaut" (no higher Kiwi praise than that). Possibly trying to create a memberoable 1st impression, the record 5+ marshmallows with hot chocolate enabled a 10/10 rating for someone who loves being spoiled - why NOT? The picture says it all, a new place to call home with respect for service, genuine care and friendliness to locals.

We traveled 30mins to sample the cafe and we were not disappointed. Excellent food, coffee and service. Many thanks

Our fish meal and falafel meal was divine. Served with enthusiasm and genuine smiles. Looking at the ocean while we ate. We recommend this high vibe spot

Food was superb ! Acai bowl much bigger than expected, while i went basic with scrambled eggs & side of salmon, they were the best scrambled eggs I've ever had! It was a weekday and while near full, meals & coffee were out much quicker than I'd expect! Reading few reviews seem little harsh or unjust? It's walking steps from beach, in a brand new building which lease I'm sure won't be cheap, it's beautifully appointed and pumping out better food than most around and in my experience, quicker than your average wait time anywhere else. I'd happily head back !

This is a really great café with a modern yet welcoming vibe, friendly staff, clean toilets, plenty of space, amazing food, and excellent coffee. However, the one downside — and the reason I probably wouldn’t return — is that there are only two power points in the entire café. I often choose cafés not just for the food and atmosphere, but also as a place to study or get some work done, and that’s hard to do without being able to plug in my laptop. If you added more power outlets, it would honestly be the perfect spot. I’d love to come back — just please consider calling an electrician!

Enjoyed a coffee here early Saturday morning. At this time the cafe was already busy with a good buzz. Inside is spacious and there is an outside seating courtyard. Parking is available on nearby roads The beach and Omanu Surf club is a short walk walk away. The cafe is modern and aesthetic.