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Taste Cafe

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149 Wills Street, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand

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Taste Cafe

About Taste Cafe

Located in the heart of Ashburton, New Zealand, Taste Cafe offers a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a cozy cafe experience. Situated at 149 Wills Street, this charming spot is a local favorite for coffee lovers and food enthusiasts alike. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a small plate to share, Taste Cafe has something for everyone. Known for its friendly service and a wide selection of high-quality coffee, it’s the ideal place to unwind, catch up with friends, or grab a light meal on the go.

One of the highlights of Taste Cafe is its variety of service options, ensuring that there's something to suit everyone's needs. If you prefer to enjoy your coffee and bites under the open sky, the outdoor seating option provides a lovely setting to relax and soak in the surroundings. For those in a rush, Taste Cafe also offers takeaway and delivery services, bringing their delicious offerings straight to your door. If you’d rather settle in, the dine-in experience is warm and inviting, making it easy to kick back and savor every moment.

The menu features a range of quick bites and small plates, perfect for those looking for something light but satisfying. Whether you’re after a hearty sandwich, a snack to accompany your coffee, or a more substantial plate, Taste Cafe's offerings are sure to please. Their coffee is expertly brewed, providing the perfect pick-me-up at any time of day. With a vibe that blends relaxation with a touch of local charm, Taste Cafe is a must-visit spot in Ashburton for anyone craving great food, good coffee, and a welcoming environment.

Where this information comes from

Prices and dish names are transcribed from the restaurant's printed menu, photographed in August 2026 and reproduced on the menu page. Hours, address and service options come from the restaurant's public business profile. An editor confirmed the restaurant was trading on 4 September 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.

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Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed outside

Opening hours

  • Monday 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • Tuesday 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • Sunday 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Hours can change on public holidays. Call ahead if you are making a special trip.

Location

149 Wills Street, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand

Diner notes

4.5 4.5 out of 5 · 394 notes
  • 5 stars 271
  • 4 stars 91
  • 3 stars 27
  • 2 stars 9
  • 1 stars 9
5 out of 5
Salmon eggs bene, eggs were perfect. Salmon was a generous portion. Hash browns were nice my preference would be a bit crispier. Omelette with bacon, good sized omelette cooked well. large portion of bacon. All very tasty, staff welcoming, Coffee was good.
LS Lilly Sea Ate here , 17:37 am
5 out of 5
This place is a must go to for coffee. The food is the best around and you have to have the chocolate brownies.
MH Moana Howard Ate here , 17:37 am
5 out of 5
Visited here again last Thursday. My go to when traveling south. The food and variety is amazing. We all had bacon and eggs and all agreed it was the best we'd ever had. Keep that chef on. Cabinet food is absolutely the best also. We'll done guys
JW Janene Warren Ate here , 17:37 am

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