We wanted a nice cafe away from the main Taupo busy places.
This was perfect. Easy angle parking outside and a nice converted house setting with a variety of seating places to sit in. A book theme going on!
Coffee was really excellent from a talented Barista.
This will be my regular when passing through Taupo again.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Beautiful, quirky little cafe just on the outskirts of town. We had the early breakfast special of eggs and bacon on toast with coffee included for the bargain price of $20, (if you order before 11am) The service and staff were very good. The only reason it got one star less than 5 was because the coffee wasn't good. I ordered a single shot mocha but it came out just like an ordinary, very strong coffee which was so watery it had spilled everywhere. There was no foam or chocolate. But apart from that, we would visit again. They also had a great outdoors area with kids play area.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Honestly, if you want a Café experience that's relaxing, comfortable and of great value. This is the place to go, the place feels so "homely" but the highlights were most definitely the food and service. Which were both above exceptional. Couldn't recommend this place more to anyone!!!
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Amazing tasty food at a great price. Generous portions I thought, excellent service and staff were so welcoming and friendly. I took my grandson and he enjoyed playing on the playground as well. Absolutely Recommend dining there.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
A great little cafe with a cosy and lovely atmosphere. I had the pancake stack which was really tasty, but would have benefitted with more cream or syrup to soak up the massive stack. I powered through it anyway and left full and content.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
We had the pleasure of dining at Montevideo this weekend, and I must say it was an absolutely delightful experience from start to finish. From the moment we stepped inside, we were enchanted by the warm and inviting atmosphere, the friendly staff, and, of course, the exceptional food which was nothing short of spectacular. Every dish we tried was bursting with flavor and presented with an artistic touch. I couldn't help but be wowed by the hearty servings and the love that clearly went into preparing each dish.
But it's not just about the food; the staff truly make the dining experience memorable. They were not just attentive but also incredibly friendly and welcoming which made us feel right at home. It's rare to find such genuine hospitality these days and it added an extra layer of joy to our birthday brunch celebration for my husband. Montevideo is a hidden gem that deserves all the praise it can get. It's a place where great food, friendly people, and a cozy atmosphere come together to create a truly unforgettable experience.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
The food was delicious!! Good portion sizes and super tasty. The creamy mushrooms were the best we have tasted. The toasted sandwich was just perfect! The owner was super friendly. Loved it!!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Lovely local friendly cafe. Food was lovely, great cabinet and menu options. Service was lovely and very attentive with the owner making sure we were happy with our food.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Barely any vegetarian options, let alone vegan, the owner didn't seem to know what vegan was. We were told after we paid there would be a wait, the wait turned out to be an hour and a half. They were obviously understaffed, but they didn't even apologise let alone offer of anything complementary for waiting so long. Having to wait because they were understaffed is understandable but the customer service is what really let them down.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 2
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 3
Upon entering the premises, you are welcomed with lovely music, bright and beautiful features and super friendly staff. Stunning on a sunny day. The food was delicious and excellent value. Highly recommend 😍😍😍
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
