A vintage cafe with delicious homemade food and friendly atmosphere
General information
If you are in Central Otago, New Zealand, do not miss the chance to visit Kiwi Milk Bar & Café, located at 53 Tarbert Street in Alexandra.
This vintage café has been operating since the 1950s and has become a local favourite. The cafe has a fun retro vibe with vintage seating, walls, and decor reminiscent of the 1950s, which adds to its charm. The staff are very friendly, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it an ideal place to stop for a bite to eat.
What you can see and do
Once you step inside Kiwi Milk Bar, you will be greeted with the delicious aroma of homemade food and freshly brewed coffee. The café offers an excellent selection of good old Kiwi tucker that includes fresh sandwiches, rolls, rice paper wraps, sushi, scones, burgers, fish & chips, and novelty ice creams, all made with fresh, quality ingredients. One of the things this café is best known for is its milkshakes. They have a variety of tasty milkshakes flavours, including unique ones like apple pie, passionfruit, and hokey pokey that are sure to delight your taste buds.
Customers can relax while having a homemade slice and coffee. There are plenty of food and drink options to try, and the best part is that all the food is homemade, so everything tastes fresh and has a lovely homemade quality. Moreover, their hearty servings provide excellent value for money.
When you should go
The Kiwi Milk Bar & Café is open seven days a week from 8 in the morning until 5 in the evening. This makes it a perfect spot to stop in for breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon snack. This café is especially suitable for anyone who loves a retro vibe and is looking for an affordable and authentic food experience. It's an excellent hangout spot for friends and family and provides an excellent respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
How to get there
The café is located in the heart of Alexandra; it is easy to spot and not far from the town's main attractions. The location provides plenty of free parking for anyone who wants to visit, so you don't have to worry about where to leave your car. You can access the café by both public and private transport. Visitors coming by public transport can take buses or trains that go to or through Alexandra. Private transport is also an option, and visitors can hire a car or use a taxi service to get to the café.