Bakehouse

83 High Street, Dannevirke 4930, New Zealand
+64 6 374 9866
$$$ Cafe
(109 Reviews)

Welcome to Bakehouse, a delightful café nestled in the heart of Dannevirke at 83 High Street. This charming spot is your go-to destination for a delicious and satisfying dining experience, with a special focus on homemade goodness and comforting fare.

The ambiance at Bakehouse is warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxed breakfast stop or a casual coffee catch-up with friends. The friendly staff is known for their quick and attentive service, ensuring that every visit is memorable. As one customer, Sharna Stephens, perfectly puts it, "same guy working since forever, amazing service." This familiarity adds a personal touch that makes every guest feel right at home.

When it comes to cuisine, Bakehouse shines with its renowned selection of freshly baked goods. Their pies are legendary, especially the steak pies, which have garnered rave reviews from customers like Heni Witika, who noted their perfection in both taste and texture. The flaky, golden pastry encases tender, flavorful filling that warms the soul. For those with a sweet tooth, the café offers cream donuts, hailed by Grada Anderson as "next level delicious"—a must-try for anyone who walks through the door!

The breakfast menu features delightful offerings, including the ever-popular Egg McMuffin, which Sharna Stephens describes as "so delicious," alongside classic favorites like eggs benedict. The generous portions ensure that you won’t leave hungry, and each meal is prepared with an emphasis on quality and flavor, making it a great value for the price.

Bakehouse not only serves fantastic food but also pairs it with some of the best coffee in town. Customer Alex S appreciates the "great quality, good value pies" alongside their "primo coffee," noting the delightful touch of a baby choccy fish with their hot brew—an unexpected treat that adds a playful charm to the café experience.

In summary, whether you’re passing through Dannevirke or looking for a cozy spot to enjoy a robust breakfast or an afternoon snack, Bakehouse is the place to be. With its cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and mouthwatering menu, it’s no wonder that visitors leave with a smile, ready to spread the word about this little gem on High Street.

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

Monday

08:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Thursday

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Friday

08:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Saturday

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Sunday

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

109 Reviews
J T

21 Aug 2025

Great lil place for breakfast if your passing thru Dannevirke...big meals..good pie.. coffee's not to bad either.

Grada Anderson

29 Jul 2025

The best mince pie we've had in a long time. Beautiful pastry. And the cream donut was next level delicious. Well done team.

Heni Witika

08 Jul 2025

We were told they had good pies. We live in WA and unless you make your own, the pies are pretty awful. We got steak pies which were perfect and the cream donuts were out of this world.

Sharna Stephens

04 Jul 2025

Egg mcmuffin is so delicious!! My mums eggs benedict would’ve been even more amazing. Same guy working since forever, amazing service. Thanks.

Alex S

22 Jun 2025

Great quality, good value pies. Friendly and fast service. Baby choccy fish with our primo coffee was a nice touch.

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