Rata Cafe
499 Reviews
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- Friday9 AM–4 PM
- Saturday9 AM–4 PM
- Sunday9 AM–4 PM
- Monday9 AM–4 PM
- Tuesday9 AM–4 PM
- Wednesday9 AM–4 PM
- Thursday9 AM–4 PM
About the Business
Rātā Cafe | With stunning views over the valley, birdsong as your background music, and native wildlife at the doorstep, enjoy a break at Rātā. Rātā is an idyllic spot to relax for breakfast, lunch, an afternoon bite, or anything in between.You will enjoy modern New Zealand cuisine with a conscience, as we work with what nature provides to produce dishes that are not only delicious, but also give back to the earth.
Contacts
Call Us
+6449221139
53 Waiapu Road, Karori, Wellington 6012
Hours
- Friday9 AM–4 PM
- Saturday9 AM–4 PM
- Sunday9 AM–4 PM
- Monday9 AM–4 PM
- Tuesday9 AM–4 PM
- Wednesday9 AM–4 PM
- Thursday9 AM–4 PM
Features
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Toilets
- Good for kids
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Kids' menu
- Wine
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- High chairs
- Casual
- Cosy
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Vegetarian options
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Organic dishes
- Vegan options
- Gender-neutral toilets
- Transgender safe space
- Prepared foods
- Healthy options
Recommended Reviews
Hanajan
22.10.2023
Rata Cafe
We went to Zealandia for our marriage anniversary and started our day with brunch there. The service was absolutely amazing: kindly staff, nice and prompt service. Food there was average and the portion size was ok. We ordered three mains and one dessert which just fueled us but not to a complete satisfaction. Overall it's a good experience.
Caro Newton
08.10.2023
Rata Cafe
Great cafe, great food, great coffee, great service.Make sure u start or finish your trip to Zealandia with a stop into the cafe! Or just stop by for a coffee. Great venue with a focus on being environmentally friendly, supporting the work which is done in the sanctuary next door. Worth the stop.
John Louie
09.09.2023
Rata Cafe
Gorgeous setting, and very comfortable. Relaxing after an awesome walk through Zealandia.Although COVID staff shortages prevented them from offering hot food today, the pastries and coffee were just what we wanted.
Matthew Emerson
30.08.2023
Rata Cafe
Great little Cafe attached to Zealandia. There is a menu with made to order food and a display case with pre-made sandwiches and pies for about half the price of the made to order. Nice choice of seating. Food was very good and the portions were well sized, if you're a light eater you probably could split most things.
Gabrielle Kanapi
24.08.2023
Rata Cafe
Really disappointing as a local and especially for a tourist destination.The food was extremely overpriced for the portion and quality of food you get. I mean $9 for a pie and suspiciously tangy one? $25 for a tiny eggs bene, with a pitiful amount of spinach and hard bread. And $7 for a soy ice mocha with white milk clumps all over, how is that not unappetising?I’m not expecting fancy food and I get that it’s not a dedicated cafe but please don’t overcharge for this meal. The sanctuary is so great and amazing that the cafe experience does not deserve being a part of the experience.
Pete Belt
17.08.2023
Rata Cafe
They were operating on a reduced menu for New Year's Day, but the quality didn't suffer. Delicious, well presented, and didn't take too long to arrive. Great reason to fuel up before heading out on the tracks.
Mark Wright
05.08.2023
Rata Cafe
Nice to sit down after a walk around the grounds of Zealandia for a coffee & snack
Klaus
26.07.2023
Rata Cafe
Nice coffee shop to visit after a good wonder in Zealandia. Or to wait at while others go for their wonder.Note: there is a 15% surcharge on public holidays, so avoid those days if that bothers you.
Malcolm Goodall
22.07.2023
Rata Cafe
Nice location and hearty breakfast dishes
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53 Waiapu Road, Karori, Wellington 6012
Rata Cafe