With thousands of excellent cafes in New Zealand, it’s always difficult to work out which are the best to try, especially if you are new to a place.
Thankfully, the annual New Zealand Cafe of the Year awards help sort out the best through objective judging and public feedback.
The best cafes in Canterbury
Canterbury cafes shortlisted by judges for the national awards:
Best Metro/CBD
Columbus Coffee Riccarton
K14 Riccarton Mall, Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch
Café Kudos
225 Annex Road, Middleton, Christchurch
Café Metro Merivale
121 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch
Best Suburban
Red Post Café
2 Highfield Street, Culverden, Hurunui
Thyme Café
597 Springs Road, Prebbleton, Selwyn
White House Black
265 Halswell Road, Halswell, Christchurch
Best Rural
Arabica Licensed Café
36 McMillan Street, Methven
Legends Café
15 Afghan Street, Pleasant Point, South Canterbury
Waipara Springs Winery & Café
409 Omihi Road, Waipara, North Canterbury
Classic Kiwi
Little River Café
4237 Christchurch Akaroa Highway, Main Road, Little River, Banks Peninsula
Meshino Espresso
1 Stark Drive, Wigram, Christchurch
Mocca Cafe
224 Stafford Street, Timaru
2016 People’s Choice regional winners
Christchurch region
Pukeko Junction Café & Deli
458 Ashworths Rd, Leithfield Beach, Leithfield, North Canterbury
Source: New Zealand Cafe of the Year Awards 2016, run by the Restaurant Association of New Zealand. Factors considered by the judges including atmosphere and appearance, menu and coffee, service, staff interaction and overall impression.
