Lacto
Ovo
Western
Non-veg

Serves meat, vegan options available. In a town with barely any other choices, this cafe offers a vegan stack and can make other custom vegan meals on request. Also has a vegan whole seed slice as well. Soy, oat, coconut and almond milk for coffee. No Wi-Fi. Open Mon-Sun 7:30am-3:30pm.


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16 Reviews

First Review by TomTomSoup

VeganSoapDude

Points +8739

Vegan
20 Nov 2023

Not a lot of vegan options when I went

They had a few things that could be made vegan on the menu, but nothing in the cabinet and they suggested I go somewhere else when I asked about options. The vegan stack was really nice and the coffee was decent as well

Cons: Not 100% vegan

Carlabeardshaw

Points +141

Vegan
19 Sep 2023

So much more vegan options

Vege stack - raw slices x 2 - broccoli salad with vegan aioli and the famous seed slice - delish - great coffee and friendly service!

Pros: Outdoor seating

JohnCo1

Points +18

Vegan
19 Sep 2023

Outstanding vegan stack

What a lovely place - vegan stack was just fantastic. Great service

Pros: Vegan options

Cons: Nothing

vegishnoz

Points +105

Mostly Veg
30 Mar 2023

Quality not quantity

Two vegan menu items. A vegan stack which was a hashbrown, guac, tomato, mushroom, tofu, and greens and a tofu burger. Only had the stack but it was excellent. Great coffee with the usual plant milks.

We asked for some avo toast and they were happy to oblige. Nice staff.

There’s few vegan options in this town so take what you can get.

Schrammi

Points +482

Vegan
08 Jan 2023

Nice but they could do better

So the smoothie was really nice. But unfortunately the granola comes so dry, it is almost uneatable

Pros: A few options

Cons: Not everything is good

Hallieladybug

Points +90

Vegan
25 Sep 2022

Lovely little gem

Super cute cafe a little outside the main town. Has a few vegan options including granola, a vegan stack, burger, and bagels with varying toppings. I’m sure they would be more than happy to accommodate any other menu item vegan or veggie (avo toast etc)

Coffee is nice, they did NOT clean the milk wand after steaming non dairy milk so please be warned of this. Very busy, wait time was 15 minutes around for cabinet food and coffee.

Pros: Nice vegan options, Friendly staff, Milk alternatives

Cons: wait time, Cross contamination

Orion

Points +1447

Vegan
18 Sep 2022

Surprisingly good

Had the vegan stack, liked that it was different to a normal breakfast, it had broccoli, poppy seeds all kinds of goodness.

Updated from previous review on 2020-06-14

Pros: Good breakfast, Good coffee, Lots of plant milks

Cons: Not many options on board food wise

bibbetson

Points +18

Vegan
22 Jun 2022

Excellent!

The Beach House Cafe is just next door to the Lazy [censored] Backpackers and across the road from Top 10 holiday park, so great walking location for breakfast. Slightly crowded when we first walked in, wasn’t sure where to stand (some customers seemed to be waiting for takeaways or waiting to order but it was not clear). Our server rarely looked me and my partner in the eye but took our order down correctly. I noticed a few vegan options on the board, including a vegan stack, burger, avocado toast, and I imagine the nachos could also be made vegetarian/vegan. $66 seems a bit pricey for 2 breakfasts, a coffee and a smoothie, but I suppose Kaikōura is a tourist destination, so it is to be expected.

There was a mix of two-person and family tables and chairs in the dining area adjacent to the order area, and a log burning fire in the centre. Considering the windows were single glazed and the front door was opening and closing often, it was surprisingly warm and cosy, and the decor added to this welcoming feel. We took a seat in front of the fire, where there was plenty of wood available to be used.

The vegan stack was a good portion size, and a nice mix of whole food veggies; cauliflower, spinach, tomatoes, beetroot hummus and a large hash brown. The oat milk latte was a little bitter to begin, but I enjoyed the rest of it. My partner had hot cakes with bacon, and it had meringue and cream too. She enjoyed it, but could not manage the full portion provided. She also had the banana smoothie, which was delicious! I did not know whether it was vegan, but I tried it anyway and I can confirm her assessment! With a sprinkle of cinnamon on top, it was perfect for a cold morning.

Overall, I can confidently give the Beach House Cafe four stars. I apologise if this review sounds a little negative, I am merely trying to be thorough. I genuinely did have a very enjoyable experience here, especially considering it’s my birthday! Thanks very much and we’ll be back soon.

Bradley and Rebecca

Pros: More than one option for vegans , Warm and cosy atmosphere , Very close to our accommodation

Cons: Perhaps a little pricey , Slightly crowded around the order desk

Danybeps

Points +76

Vegan
06 Jan 2022

Nice breakfast

I had avo on toast and they swapped the egg for mushrooms. Very tasty and big portions as well 👍🏽

B-ee

Points +16

Vegan
03 Jan 2022

Amazing vegan stack

Good sized meal, with delicious balance of flavours. Would be 5 star if the app didn’t limit it to 4.

SuitableCoconut

Points +293

Vegan
30 May 2021

Pricey

Got the vegan stack. Expensive for $22

Pros: Vegan options

Cons: Expensive

Jtydlaska

Points +582

Vegan
12 Sep 2020

Good not great

The veggie stack I had was pretty similar to a standard vegan version of a British breakfast in that it had potatoes, mushrooms, roasted tomatoes, and some sautéed spinach. It was fine, and nice to have the option in such a small town, but it certainly wasn’t anything terribly original. A decent enough option but nothing that stands out at all for quality, execution, or value.

Pros: Cool space

Cons: Expensive for what you get

TomTomSoup

Points +212

Vegan
03 Jan 2020

Breakfast and coffee!

Delicious nutritious Vegan Stack

mariamc27

Points +1636

Vegan
23 Nov 2019

Yummy!

Yummy oat coffee and vegan stack for breakfast

Pros: We were able to use a discount code for money off, Staff were friendly and accommodating

Cons: More than one option would be better

batesy12

Points +30

Vegan
21 Nov 2019

Amazing vegan stack

Don’t have anything vegan on the menu but offered to make something for me anyway. Lovely coffee and really good fresh tasting food

LizGerdes

Points +41

Vegan
09 Oct 2019

Vegan Breakfast

Todays special was a vegan stack however I asked to change as I don't like avocado. I had spinach, mushrooms, asparagus and beans. On way out I noticed I was missing the toast offered.

Pros: Changed menu for me

Cons: Slightly expensive




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