We were a group of seven arriving at Quail Cafe 10am on their 1st or 2nd day back trading for Quail Cafe 2024. So Quail Cafe was extremely busy. The young lady taking orders was efficient. Our beverages arrived in in reasonable time frame and delivered with flare, but because it was so busy our brunch orders came at varying times.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 3
We're glad that this cafe survived the events of the cyclone. Nice location. Nice venue, lovely staff but very mixed value for what you get. If you're a strict vegan or vegetarian it's not the best value and the dish (pictured, though not from geostationary orbit) that we had (as pretty and as tasty as it was) was laughably tiny. The profit margin from this dish alone would make even Gordon Ramsay blush. Sad to say we would only go back for a coffee with family or friends only because they like it and want to support it (as we have done in the past). If management even have to ask what was wrong with this size of portion then...
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 2
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Went there for the first time on a Sunday morning and found it packed, so we had to wait for a table but it was well worth it. Staff were super nice and friendly even though it could very well be a very stressful time and atmosphere, with so many people, but they all stayed very calm and friendly. Food and coffee was great and it's nice, after eating nice food to be able to go for a walk and walk off some of the calories, in the beautiful and fascinating Quarry Gardens right there.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Great little place set back off the main road. If my friend hadn't known about it I would have missed out
Just ordered basic breakfast (bacon and eggs) but it was great.
The service was phenomenal, especially since it was VERY busy. Even the girl that mentioned she was new went out if her way and everyone's customer service was second to none.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Was very busy today despite the weather. But coffee and food arrived in good time and we didn't have to wait for long. Great service and the cafe was busy!
Frech toast with berry syrup was divine 😍😍🎉🎉
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
French Toast
What a lovely cafe. Was bustling but staff made room for 5 of us. Staff absolutely amazing and friendly. The food and drinks were fresh and well made. The views to the gardens were beautiful. Enjoyed it all. Thank you 😊
In the photo eggs Benedict at top, warm waffles to the right (delicious), and corn fritters with bacon. Yum yum yum
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Food and menu are top notch, however, staff and service fall unfortuntely short. A better system is evidently needed to relieve service pressure when busy. My 9yr old loves coming here for the fat quail breakfast but when he asked for a window seat one of the staff rudely told him to wait at the front. Is anyone actually enjoying working there as not a smile in sight.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Quail Breakfast
This pretty place, hidden a bit away from the main centre is a must visit. The food was excellent and the taste is quite satisfying. Personally I felt it was different and stands out from the usual cafes. They have a beautiful garden too and the ambience is beautiful. The staff will look after you really well. When in Whangarei, don't miss this café.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
French Toast
Really nice setting, Staff where very attentive. We arrived 20 mins after opening and it was at around 85% full, surprisingly the food came out in reasonable time. I ordered the Turkish eggs and rate it a 8.5/10, it would have been a 9 if the Yoghurt was closer to room temp. The cold yogurt cooled the warm parts of the dish quite quickly.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$30–40
Wow! My first time visiting this Cafe and I absolutely loved my experience. From the customer service, the staff were so kind and lovely. Very helpful with alternative choices and recommendations (bcos I’m Lactose/offering dairy-free options) and the food presentation was spot on! Great food, great space (outdoors was beautiful scenery) Highly recommend. Thank you so much! 💯
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$50–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
