Looking for a Kaikōura café to recharge before exploring the great outdoors? The seaside town of Kaikōura is home to a handful of killer caf​és for all your caffeination needs. And it doesn’t stop at coffee.

You can also have your brunch necessities, and lunchtime pit stops fulfilled with an array of delicious fare. There's much to choose from at Kaikōura’s café offering is small yet perfectly formed). So if you’re in the region, for a weekend or a lucky one who calls this place home, we recommend trying these Kaikoūra caf​és as a starter for ten.

The Store Kekerengu

View of the counter at The Store Kekerengu, Kaikōura.
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A top stop spot on the drive from Kaikōura to Marlborough, The Store Kekerengu provides some of the best cafe scenery and incomparable sea views.

Sime's Kitchen

French toast with bananas and figs.
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Be prepared to be delighted.

Flo & Co.

Woman about to take a sip of coffee.
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Visit for the great aesthetics and damn good coffee.

Beach House Café

Two people behind the counter at Beach House Cafe.
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A true local’s favourite.