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Kai Whakapai Cafe and Bar

Ardmore St, Wanaka 9192, New Zealand
03 443 7795
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Ranked #5 of 51 restaurants in Wanaka
4.5 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
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Hong Kong, China
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Just wanted to grab a quick lunch during my short stay in Wanaka, never expect a cafe would serve such a nice burger. Thick patty, tasteful cheese, excellent matching with sauces!

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Tustin, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

This place seemed to be always busy - which can't be said for all the cafes on the lakefront in Wanaka. The flat white was excellent and the service was friendly and the food menu looked excellent for a cafe. Additionally Wifi is available from the service provider upstairs for $3 for 30 minutes and it was good high speed... More

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Hoi An, Vietnam
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Cool place. Good food & coffee. Open from 7 am so good for an early breakfast.

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Wellington, New Zealand
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Had coffee and a couple of Wanaka Beerworks beers on tap one afternoon in the sun. Comfortable spot for relaxing between activities or winding down at the end of the day.

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Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
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113 reviews 113 reviews
Reviews in 85 cities Reviews in 85 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Apparently the slow service is an institution here, but not sure why, it was just annoying. Luckily we knew to expect it! The coffee was worth the wait, however, and the indoor and outdoor seating both have views of the lake and are plentiful and comfortable, especially the booth upstairs.

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Sydney, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Good lunch selection and right oppoisit lake in middle of town. Reasonable prices and good service

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

Trendy bar in a great spot and the staff were friendly and efficient. Standard bar food - hamburger, fries were OK, but the pasta special was inedible on the night we ate there.

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Bowral, Australia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Good coffee, good food, good value, great location. What more can I say...?

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Oamaru, New Zealand
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

Really lovely cafe, had lunch here with my partner. Meals were very fast and just devine! Staff were happy to accomodate me when I wanted part of one main, and part of another. Very nice service too, as the table next to us had a birthday and the staff bought out a cupcake with a huge candelabra birthday candle and... More

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St. Louis, MO
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012

Great food and lots of nice outdoor seating (it fills up fast when the weather is nice) or you can sit upstairs.

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