About Cafe Awa

If you're ever in Whakatāne, New Zealand, and looking for a cozy spot to grab a coffee or enjoy a light meal, Cafe Awa is the place to be. Situated at 15 The Strand, this charming café offers a laid-back vibe that makes it the perfect spot for both locals and visitors. Whether you're in the mood to relax and watch the world go by, or you're in need of a quick bite, Cafe Awa has got you covered.

One of the best things about this cafe is the variety of service options. On a sunny day, you can take advantage of the outdoor seating, soaking up the fresh air while enjoying your favorite drink or snack. Of course, if you're on the go, they also offer takeaway, so you can grab a coffee and a pastry to enjoy wherever you are. And for those days when you just want to stay in, you can take advantage of their dine-in service, or even have your order delivered straight to your door. No matter your preference, Cafe Awa ensures you can enjoy their offerings in a way that fits your schedule.

As for what you can expect from the menu, Cafe Awa has something for everyone. Coffee lovers will appreciate the rich brews, while those looking for a light snack can dive into their delicious small plates. If you're vegan or vegetarian, you'll find plenty of options to choose from, making it a great choice for all diets. Whether you're after something savory or a sweet treat to pair with your coffee, there's always something tasty on offer.

For those who like variety, Cafe Awa’s mix of offerings makes it a versatile stop. It’s the kind of place that feels just as good for a casual meet-up as it does for a quick meal before getting back to your day.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ On-site services

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Great tea selection

Popular for

Popular for

+ Breakfast

+ Lunch

+ Solo dining

+ Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Offerings

+ Coffee

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Vegan options

+ Vegetarian options

Dining options

Dining options

+ Breakfast

+ Brunch

+ Lunch

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Trendy

Crowd

Crowd

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 07:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 07:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 07:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Thursday: 07:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Friday: 07:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Saturday: 07:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Sunday: 07:00 AM - 02:00 PM
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+64 7 308 9500

15 The Strand, Whakatāne 3120, New Zealand

Reviews

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First time at Awa cafe today and I ordered the eggs bene with bacon today and it was delicious, best bene I’ve ever had! Big ups to the chef The girls behind the counter seemed a little busy but still offered the best possible service and the best coffee. Will definitely be back

- Alex hansen -

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Wonderful food, service and setting. Always clean and tidy. Staff are lovley and friendly.. Always have a great experience here and love supporting local businesses.

- Char Rewiri-Ulufonua -

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We just came to this amazing café the staff are friendly nothing is a problem the food is incredible freshly made on the premises. The Baking try the scones they are the size of a bread n butter plate and yummy. The Awa Breakfast was incredible and we got a homemade carrot cake to take away for afternoon tea. Highly recommend this cafe and we will be back the next time we are in Whakatane.

- Daryl and Andy Donaldson -

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Cute cafe attached to the Awa Motel we stayed at. Friendly service, yummy meals, generous portion size, plenty of options including vegetarian. Recommend dining in for breaky if you're staying at the motel.

- Dianne -

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Perfect place for breakfast - great coffee and we loved the mince/egg on toast and the jerk flavoured prawn tacos. Beautiful view Lots on the menu - so many choices

- Ray C -

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Consistently good food. We’ve been here multiple times, every meal and drink has tasted great. An excellent (big) awa breakfast, the scones are so moist, and the mango sunrise smoothie (DF) was so yum. The staff are always nice too. Highly recommend!

- Doron Semu -

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Omg can I just say how amazing your corn fritters always are and the presentation is on point! Loving the new cafe layout also. Thank you the Kai is delicious!!

- Karen Phillips -

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Really good breakfasts & so many delicious choices. Coffee excellent! Staff so friendly! Well priced. Plenty of easy parking. Totally understand why they have such great reviews. We will be back. Thanks.

- Lynda from-Waiheke -

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