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Fairly overhyped? Staff didn't seem on their game/very cheerful today. A couple of items on the menu weren't available (seasonal produce) which leads …
Ashleigh Burgess
Castle Rock Cafe
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The staff were lovely and friendly with really good service. The portions were big! Great value for money. I wish the food cabinet had written what ea…
Annie Bananie
Castle Rock Cafe
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Must be one of Christchurch's best-kept cafe secrets. A little off the beaten track in an industrial area of Heathcote Valley, but well worth a visit.…
Zak McKracken
Castle Rock Cafe
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9 Reviews on “Castle Rock Cafe”
Must be one of Christchurch’s best-kept cafe secrets. A little off the beaten track in an industrial area of Heathcote Valley, but well worth a visit. The service was fantastic. As soon as we arrived a friendly waitress brought us menus and took coffee orders. The coffee was excellent – decent strength and smooth taste. The food was brilliant as well and delivered very quickly. I had the apple cinnamon oat pancakes with berry compote, Greek yogurt and maple syrup. They tasted great and it was a pretty hearty breakfast (I almost struggled to finish the last bite). My breakfast companions’ Eggs Benedict also got two thumbs up. I also appreciated the quiet environment (the background music was kept to a low volume).
Looking for a child-friendly lunch spot near the Gondola, Castle Rock popped up on our radar. Tucked away on a back road in an industrial area, it really is a hidden gem. It definitely lives up to the child-friendly rep – upon entry we were offered our choice of three different types of high chair! The food here is hearty, comfort food style meals but provided plenty of choice for both the vegetarian and lactose-intolerant members of our group. Coffees and shakes were generous serves and well-received. Service was quick and friendly, although the number of customers flying through meant that we were not revisited after our meals were brought to the table.I have two little nit-picks with the place. First of all, the interior of the cafe is packed with tables leaving very little room to move around. Leaving strollers in the car if you can would be a wise choice. Secondly, despite having lots of both indoor and outdoor toys, the doors are easy for toddlers to maneuver and the outdoor area is not fenced, making it harder for parents of toddlers to relax completely. While we’d definitely return, the cafe is perhaps best for those families with non-mobile infants and those with older children. sweetmamam.wordpress.com
Oh my goodness, the food is to die for!The atmosphere is great and the setting is perfect. They’ve got a beautiful little garden hidden away too.They’ve been nominated for best cafe in NZ this year and I can see why. I’ll be back, over and over.What a place.
We come to Castle Rock every Wednesday. I look forward to our visit days before. This is my happy place. This is the best cafe in Christchurch. Why? Great prices, great coffee (Supreme), best of all, amazing service that’s consistent. This place is a must.
Excellent service, friendly staff and great coffee. Very impressed. I am gluten free and the staff bend over backwards to help, and vary the menu to accommodate. Must go back more often!!!! Would definitely recommend
Good food that is rustic and simple but also very tasty, the coffee is great and the atmosphere is a rustic surrounding adding the comfort to your experience and to further the experience the customer service is spot on they are friendly and cater to your individual needs. Would recommend this cafe to anyone.
I went there for my 5oth birthday brunch, on the sunday 14th april, and I must say the service and the waitress young blonde, she was such and excellence, and very friendly and helps you decide whats in the menu, well worth the travel, we live on the other side of town. meals were tasty and satisfying will be back, with our friends and family.