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Glazed Cherry
Iced Coffee
Dutch Cocoa Brownie
Pistachio Cake
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  • Most orders: $20–30
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Overview & Highlights

Cafe Demitasse is a quintessential Tauranga cafe that artfully blends vibrant flavors with a welcoming atmosphere, making it a must-visit spot for locals and travelers alike. Nestled on 96 Cameron Road, this charming café delivers an exceptional menu that celebrates fresh, thoughtfully crafted dishes paired with some of the best coffee in the region.

Step inside and immediately feel the inviting vibe buzz through the space—cheerful staff greet you with genuine warmth, setting the tone for an enjoyable dining experience. Whether you're here to kickstart your day or indulge in a leisurely lunch, Cafe Demitasse's menu offers an array of enticing choices bound to satisfy every craving.

Signature dishes like the “Friend With Benedicts”, a delicate yet hearty take on the breakfast classic, showcase perfectly-poached eggs atop fresh sourdough—a sentiment echoed by reviewer Fergus Blakiston, who praises the poached eggs on toast as “the best you’ll ever eat.” For those chasing wholesome greens, the “Eat Your Greens” plate delivers vibrantly fresh and nourishing flavors, while the cleverly named “Get Laid” and “Crunchy Chai” bring an exciting twist to classic café fare and drinks.

Savour the playful edge of the “Tickle My Pickle” sandwich, layered with pastrami, Swiss cheese, pickles, beetroot, and aioli—an experience Miriam Ott fondly recommends for its tasty, bold flavor combination. Meanwhile, sweet-tooth patrons will be drawn to the “Butterscotch Banana Frenchie”, a divine blend of textures and tastes that delights with every bite.

What truly sets Cafe Demitasse apart is their unwavering commitment to customer care. Even when the kitchen was closing, Jasmine Hunt recalls the kindness of the staff who still served her a steaming, comforting soup of the day accompanied by divine sourdough—an infinitely thoughtful gesture that left a lasting impression.

The café’s layout includes a lovely smoke-free deck, perfect for a tranquil spot to watch the world go by while enjoying your meal or morning coffee. Whether you're bustling in for an energizing caffeine fix or unwinding on a holiday day, the relaxed, happy-go-lucky environment is unmistakable.

For those mindful of dietary needs, Cafe Demitasse impresses with a variety of gluten-free options and attentive menu service, enhancing the experience for every guest. Jonathon Tredray sums it up perfectly, calling it “the top cafe to visit in Tauranga” with a “great atmosphere, wonderful staff, and the best chutney in the world!”

In short, Cafe Demitasse is an inspiring blend of creative menu offerings, down-to-earth hospitality, and an atmosphere that encourages lingering, laughter, and the simple joy of delicious food. Make it your next stop on Cameron Road—you’ll be glad you did.

Contact Information:
96 Cameron Road, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand
Phone: +64 7 578 6461

Comforts & Conveniences

Accessibility
  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
  • Has outdoor seating
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
  • No delivery
Popular for
  • Popular for breakfast
  • Popular for lunch
  • Good for solo dining
Payments
  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

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Visitor Testimonials (321)

End of lunch and kitchen was closed but still provided us with a hot dish ( soup of the day) it was a lovely end to our day thank you. Sourdough was divine with the soup just what we needed.

I got the „tickle my pickle“ sandwich with pastrami, Swiss cheese, pickles, beet root and aioli here and it was really tasty. I enjoyed it very much, thank you!

Staff were lovely and the place had a great vibe, I ordered the crunchy chai which was superb and the coffee was great too

Truly a wonderful place for lunch. Yummy food and a great atmosphere. I highly recommend the 'not so demi breakfast'

The top cafe to visit in Tauranga, great atmosphere, wonderful staff and the best chutney in the world!

A small place with very cheerful staff and good food, especially all the gluten free options. Menu service as well

Wanna try the best coffee in Tauranga? And the best poached eggs on toast you’ll ever eat? Then head on down to Café Demitasse on Cameron Road. They are open early for your on-the-way-to-work caffeine fix. Or, if, like us, you are just kicking off another lazy holiday day, this is a great place to start. Sit out on the deck (now Smoke Free...well done youse guyses!) and watch the world pass by while you sip your chosen brew. And, I gotta say, the poached eggs on toast I had at Café Demitasse, with a pot of English Breakfast tea, was one of the best I’ve ever had. But how, I hear you ask, can you say that something as simple as eggs on toast be such a standout? To which I say: “don’t just take my word for it...go and try them for yourself!”

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