A Healthy Food Haven in Wellington
Shine Cafe is a must-visit gem in the Hutt Central, Wellington.
This cozy, family-owned cafe boasts a reputation for its healthy and delicious food options, generous breakfasts, and exceptional coffee quality.
Menu: New Zealand Cuisine at Its Best
One of the highlights of Shine Cafe is its impressive menu featuring a wide variety of New Zealand cuisine. For those who love breakfast, the cafe offers huge breakfast plates and pancakes on top of amazing coffee and tea options. Lunch includes hearty sandwiches, Thai salads, and homemade scones - perfect for a quick bite to refuel while exploring the city. Their popular choice of bagels is perfect for an afternoon snack. And all their food options prioritize health and taste, making them an excellent choice for the health conscious traveller.
Ambiance: An Atmosphere of Comfort
The cozy interior, complete with a welcoming coffee aroma, makes you feel right at home. The cafe also offers both indoor and outdoor seating, providing you with options on where to enjoy your healthy meal. You can choose to sit by the big windows overlooking the busy street or outside in the fresh air, to feel the vibrant life of the city passing you by.
Owners: A Family-Owned Business with a Rich History
Shine Cafe is owned by Bruce and Sue Read who took over the business in November 2015 and have since become part of the local community. The Reads are proud to present the best coffee, tea and healthy food options in the city and this showed in their son Tim who was the winner of Masterchef in 2015.
When to Visit
Opening Hours: Shine Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 6.30 am to 4.30 pm and on Saturdays from 7.30am to 4.30pm. It is closed on Sundays.
How to Get There:
Shine Cafe is located at 89 Queens Dr, Lower Hutt, Wellington 5010, New Zealand. It is reachable by bus, train or car. Visitors travelling by bus can take route 81 or 83 from Wellington to Lower Hutt and exit at Laings Road Stop. For train travellers, the Wairarapa and Hutt Valley lines stop at the Lower Hutt train station, and it is a 15-minutes walk from the station to the cafe. Travellers driving to the cafe can also use on-street parking available in the area.
Overall, Shine Cafe is a trendy and cozy cafe that offers exceptional food options, big breakfasts, and exceptional coffee quality, making it a perfect place to refuel while exploring Wellington.