About Hansen's Cafe And Store

Amidst the rural charm that permeates the surroundings, **Hansen's Cafe And Store** exudes a welcoming warmth that invites visitors to linger. The inviting, rustic decor harmonizes effortlessly with the spot's relaxed vibe, a quality often noted in various reviews. Delving into the menu, the offerings strike a balance between traditional cafe fare and subtle local influences. Many find the coffee notably good, brewed strong enough to offset the gentle pace of the day. Observing the ebb and flow of patrons reveals a crowd drawn as much by the atmosphere as by the food itself, underscoring the cafe’s integral role within the community fabric.

The dish that tends to stand out is a humble yet satisfying hand-crafted pie, showcasing a flaky crust paired with a hearty filling that resonates with the countryside setting. While the variety isn’t extensive, the kitchen’s focus on quality over quantity enhances the dining experience. During a casual lunchtime visit, the pace at which plates arrived was steady but not rushed, reflecting a careful balance of attentiveness and unhurried rhythm. Visual documentation shared online often captures the cafe’s quaint exterior and rustic interior, which add layers of authenticity that many photographs aim to convey. One small note is the limited seating, which occasionally means a short wait during peak times, a small concession to its popularity.

Stories from different visitors consistently mention a sense of genuine hospitality, offering a counterpoint to the efficiency expected in busier commercial spots. The amalgam of friendly interactions and the surrounding rural landscape contributes to a dining experience that feels as much about connection as consumption. Exploration of Hansen's Cafe And Store's menu through user reviews highlights items that cater well to both locals and travellers, striking a universal appeal. In balancing the cafe’s modest scope with its well-regarded culinary touches, the establishment emerges as a satisfying choice on Kimbolton Road without bereft of certain cozy limitations common to many countryside eateries.

Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Fireplace

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Great tea selection

Popular for

Popular for

+ Breakfast

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

+ Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Coffee

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Vegan options

+ Vegetarian options

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Breakfast

+ Brunch

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Catering

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Gender-neutral toilets

+ Toilet

+ Wi-Fi

+ Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Historic

+ Trendy

Crowd

Crowd

+ Family friendly

+ Groups

+ LGBTQ+ friendly

+ Tourists

+ Transgender safe space

Planning

Planning

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Parking

Pets

Pets

+ Dogs allowed

+ Dogs allowed outside

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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+64 6 328 5050

2900 Kimbolton Road, Kimbolton 4744, New Zealand

Reviews

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This a lovely cafe, has a very historical feel about it. Coffee was very nice and we enjoyed some very delicious toasted sandwiches here. Well worth visiting.

- Kim Osborne -

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Beautiful homemade pizza - lots of flavours and perfect lunch sharing between two

- avis macadam -

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An interesting and delicious lunch today in a comfortable and spacious setting. My home-baked sausage roll with tomato relish was delicious and friends were complimentary about their home-made mince pies. Friendly service deliciousfood, clean and spacious rest-rooms and interesting merchandise for sale. A definite place to stop next time.

- Pete and Robby Willcox -

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Stopped through on the way to check out glowworms around sixtus lodge, was not expecting a lot for Kimbolton…sorry but it’s true. Was blown away by the quality and flavour of the food! I had the chicken and cranberry pizza, it was very good! Moderately priced, but expected for what you get. Would definitely stop there next time I’m going through.

- Durham Coles -

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My second visit, this time I had a toasted sandwich with my coffee, it was pretty damn good, made of 3 layers on sandwich bread and yummy, the coffee was great as well, its a great vintage or heritage interior, the toilets were spotless, the staff were very friendly and went out of their way to help. Its going to be my new go to cafe when Im in the area...

- keith rowland -

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Serendipitously took the scenic route from Mangaweka and had to stop because of the screaming baby. First time visiting and might have to take the scenic route on purpose next time. Great food, coffee, service, and atmosphere.

- Donald James -

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Amazing pizzas and a nice drive in the country with lots to see around Kimbolton and beyond, and if you’re gf free they do THE BEST gluten free pizzas around, definitely worth the drive!

- Katie W -

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