The Origin
348 Reviews
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- Friday8 AM–3:30 PM
- Saturday8 AM–3:30 PM
- Sunday8 AM–3:30 PM
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday8 AM–3:30 PM
- Wednesday8 AM–3:30 PM
- Thursday8 AM–3:30 PM
About the Business
The Origin | At The Origin we are passionate about Specialty Tea and Coffee, and plant-based, pure vegetarian Asian fusion cuisine.
Contacts
Website
Call Us
+6433555939
95 Westminster Street Corner of Cranford Street &, Westminster Street, St Albans, Christchurch 8014
Hours
- Friday8 AM–3:30 PM
- Saturday8 AM–3:30 PM
- Sunday8 AM–3:30 PM
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday8 AM–3:30 PM
- Wednesday8 AM–3:30 PM
- Thursday8 AM–3:30 PM
Features
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Toilets
- Good for kids
- Family friendly
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Coffee
- Small plates
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- High chairs
- Casual
- Cosy
- Groups
- Vegetarian options
- Vegan options
Recommended Reviews
Carlos
22.10.2023
The Origin
Great place for coffee or even if you want to eat some great food. The oat flat white is awesome and their tea has an unique taste. I like the design of The Origin its very modern and you can see they put a lot of work into it.It’s also very quiet if you like to have a tea and study for a while.Staff is very friendly, Andy is awesome, highly skilled and always helpful.Highly recommended place!!!
Margi Eade
19.10.2023
The Origin
My first visit to The Origin today and I loved it! The Air BnB host recommended it and it was the perfect place to spend a couple of leisurely hours before heading to the airport. The ambience is light, fresh and calm.. lovely music for a rainy Saturday morning :) What really made my experience wonderful was the warm and friendly welcome by Loreen. Top that off with a perfect almond flat white and a fresh, tasty vegan wrap.. 5 stars! I'll be telling my Christchurch friends to come here. Many thanks, Margi
Lisa Glen
13.10.2023
The Origin
No dairy milk. So won’t be back. Lovely and friendly. Barista maybe too friendly as I was waiting for my take away coffees but he stopped to chat to a regular for a few minutes. Maybe I just am too much in a hurry ! :)
Emily & Mike Lucas
10.10.2023
The Origin
Great cafe with a lovely decor and friendly, engaged staff! Coffees are tasty and I loved the selection of non dairy milks for no added cost.The food is good, but on the small side for the price!
Mike Thompson
08.10.2023
The Origin
Good spot for Vegan food. Coffee was super delicious and staff were friendly. My order came at a good speed. Everything was fresh and cooked right. I was not disappointed!
Raf K
02.10.2023
The Origin
One of the best vegan cafes in the city! It’s well hidden in Papanui, far from the main attractions, but definitely worth coming over, especially that it’s only vegan cafes open on the weekends. Everything is delicious, starting form barista made coffee, throughout cabinet food options of the day and ending in a la carte menu options and desserts. Poke bowl is indeed a must try ! Mapo tofu set is another solid option if you are super hungry. Jackfruit pretzel sandwich was just delicious, well seasoned and yummy sauce. On a top of that service is really polite ! Place gets crowded on the weekend for brunch so make sure to make a booking or come early!
ASIF PRASLA
23.09.2023
The Origin
I overall liked the cafe with soothing interior, very tidy and good hygiene had plenty of things, The staff guy on barista was interactive and happy to see us"
rvandereb
31.07.2023
The Origin
Really lovely vegan café, didn't miss the dairy at all! Highly recommended.
Ayesha Jones
28.07.2023
The Origin
Really enjoyed the coffee and berry cake. The owner was very helpful and took my order over the phone so that we wouldn't wait too long for our food. Note that they have an updated menu (and opening hours)!
Rob Robinson
24.07.2023
The Origin
We only had coffee so are unable to comment on the food. However we were impressed by the fact that the entire menu is vegan and very reasonably priced. We will definitely be going back to try the food.
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95 Westminster Street Corner of Cranford Street &, Westminster Street, St Albans, Christchurch 8014
The Origin