Powerhousecafe.co.nz

Situated in an historic hydro-electric power-station, Powerhouse Café and Restaurant is dedicated to connecting visitors with the heritage of Hanmer Springs through hospitality from the heart. Featuring superlative food, espresso as it should be, and exemplary Waipara wines, Powerhouse offers a celebration of local flavours. Hanmer's gluten free specialists.

Open for breakfast and lunch from 8 am, aromas of warm cakes and bread waft over plates of breakfast eggs and espresso coffee. Laughter and conversation fill the tiny Powerhouse Café.

Fresh food prepared passionately is always the best recipe, providing an opportunity for diners to connect with each other and with the produce, the land and the artisans who create.

Sit in the sun and enjoy views of mountain peaks beyond the magnificent trees of the neighbouring Historic Queen Mary Reserve. Wander over from the busy hot pools to a place of tranquillity, our little slice of paradise.