Mixture Eatery

70 Tamahere Drive, Tamahere 3283, New Zealand
+64 27 227 6654
$$$ Cafe
(201 Reviews)

Welcome to Mixture Eatery, a hidden gem located at 70 Tamahere Drive, Tamahere 3283, New Zealand. This family-friendly cafe effortlessly combines a warm atmosphere with an extensive selection of delicious food, making it the perfect spot for coffee, brunch, or a leisurely lunch. With ample parking and easy accessibility, Mixture Eatery stands out as a convenient stop for both locals and travelers alike.

The dining experience at Mixture Eatery is not just about the food; it's about the ambiance as well. As you step inside, you'll immediately be enchanted by the inviting decor and cozy seating areas, perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying some quiet time. The cafe boasts an exceptional array of cabinet food, reputed to be one of the best selections you will encounter. From savory muffins bursting with flavor to delectable pastries and treats that cater to various dietary preferences, every corner is filled with tantalizing options. Customers rave about the gluten-free and keto selections, ensuring there's something delightful for everyone.

When it comes to the menu, you can't go wrong with the savory delights available. Customers have been particularly enamored with items like the hearty sausage ($5.00), which pairs perfectly with their homemade relish, and the ever-popular miso salmon. If you have a sweet tooth, don’t miss out on the date scone; one customer noted its delightful richness, packed with juicy dates that make for a perfect accompaniment to your morning coffee. Speaking of coffee, patrons have praised the almond hot chocolate for its rich, luscious flavor, enhanced by the delectable marshmallow and chocolate fish that accompany it—truly a treat!

Real customers have shared their delightful experiences, such as Ann Walsham, who couldn't help but rave about her tasty savory muffin and her husband's “epic” date scone. Sarah Petry, on her way to Hamilton, loved the cafe's convenience and the amazing selection of cabinet food, expressing that you could visit every day for a year and still find something new to try. Meanwhile, Vicki highlighted the family-friendly aspect with a playground for children and EV chargers in the car park, making it an even more attractive choice for a day out.

In summary, Mixture Eatery is more than just a cafe; it’s a celebration of flavors, a community hub, and a place where your culinary desires come to life. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick coffee or settling down for a leisurely brunch with friends, this charming eatery is bound to leave a lasting impression. Stop by and see for yourself why so many have fallen in love with Mixture Eatery!

For inquiries, you can reach them at +64 27 227 6654.

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Sunday

07:00 AM - 03:30 PM

201 Reviews
Ann Walsham

14 Sep 2025

What a great place to go for coffee/morning tea/lunch. Easy to find, plenty of parking, great ambience. My savoury muffin was full of tasty morsels and my husband’s date scone was epic! Highly recommended.

Sarah Petry

02 Sep 2025

We came here on our way to Hamilton. What a great spot just off the highway! Amazing selection of cabinet food. You would have to come here every day for a year to sample it all. Plus there is a menu as well. I settled on a kiwi classic of a sausage roll. It came out with a tasty relish. Hubby got a bran muffin and peppermint slice. I tried the slice which in the morning isn’t normally my thing. But it was delicious, with a soft cake base. The coffee was hot and strong loads of seating options including a great outside fenced area if you have wee ones. We will be back

Louise Lukin

21 Aug 2025

Love this place! The menu food is delicious and the cabinet food (the largest and best selection I’ve seen) looked devine! Lots of gluten free treats and even spotted keto options. The (almond) hot chocolate was one of the best I’ve had (extra points for marshmallow AND a chocolate fish)! Visited for the first time to celebrate a friend’s birthday, so had a sizeable group. I didn’t notice the service to be extra slow (as some reviewers have suggested). We sat outside and the heaters kept us toasty warm. Just a bit of a shame you can’t book for large groups. Overall I am very impressed and highly recommend. UPDATE: Following my third visit I can also highly recommend the following: bacon and spinach muffin, the custard square and the vanilla cronut (which is by far the best I’ve ever had - topped with berries and white chocolate). ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Vicki

21 Aug 2025

A delightful find on Tamahere Drive, located at the front of the stylish Tamahere Country Club. A family friendly cafe with an amazing, tasty selection of cabinet food (one of the best I have seen) and menu. Highly recommend brunch and the coffee. Nice playground for the kids and a couple of EV Chargers in the carpark a bonus.

R D Contracting

28 Jul 2025

Just stopped here for a coffee, the date scone looked great. I wasn't disappointed. Scone was full of dates, yum. The service was very friendly and efficient.

Linda Trolove

03 Jul 2025

This place was all very nice. Excellent choice of cabinet food. I suggest you dress warmly in the cooler weather as I was quite chilly. Staff were lovely and cleared the tables quickly. Overall I recommend it as a great place to eat out.

Chris Caldwell

02 Jul 2025

A very modern eatery attached to Tamahere Country Estate retirement village. The restaurant is spacious and well laid out. There is a children's playground and lawn for pets. Foodwise there is a limited a la carte menu or a cabinet selection. The food is well presented. The restaurant backs onto the retirement village.

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