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    Bugger Cafe

    154 Reviews
    #3 of 11 Coffee & Tea in Thames#10 of 48 Places to Eat in Thames
    ££ - £££Cafe,
    New Zealand
    , Gluten Free Options
    1492 State Highway 25, Pipiroa | On the Main Highway Halfway Between Auckland and the Coromandal, Thames 3597, New Zealand
    +64 21 109 1290
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    Overview
    4.0
    154 reviews
    • Excellent52%
    • Very good31%
    • Average7%
    • Poor4%
    • Terrible6%
    Travellers talk about
    “brunch” (5 reviews)
    “chicken sandwich” (3 reviews)
    “scones” (10 reviews)
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    CUISINES
    Cafe, New Zealand, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
    PRICE
    ££ - £££
    RATINGS
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    LOCATION
    1492 State Highway 25, Pipiroa | On the Main Highway Halfway Between Auckland and the Coromandal, Thames 3597, New Zealand
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    21 - 30 of 149 reviews

    Reviewed 12 March 2017 via mobile
    A good stop

    We stopped here on our way to Thames and it was a pleasant surprise. Unfortunately due to the weather there were no pies or fish but the meals we had were good. The chicken sandwich and lentil stack and they were good and well priced....More

    Thank vwalmsley
    Reviewed 7 March 2017 via mobile
    Below Average

    We arrived at about 2.30pm and I asked the blonde girl at the counter if the kitchen was still open. She replied " well it depends if the chef is here or gone home'.. some times it's open and sometimes it's closed .." ?? Now...More

    Thank fishbit69
    Glenda G, Franchise Owner at Bugger Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 2 April 2017

    Terribly sorry you got bad service - that is certainly not the Bugger Way - as is evident by the other reviews - we have followed up - thank you so much for taking the time to let us know we had not performed on...More

    Reviewed 19 February 2017 via mobile
    Coffee stop

    Stopped in for a takeaway coffee. It was great! The staff were friendly and the food looked inviting. Quite a funky kiwi cafe

    Thank Kim K
    Reviewed 15 February 2017 via mobile
    Bugger cafe

    The place is nicely located along the state highway! Easy excess and lots of parking area. Had a nice carrot cake! Friendly staff!

    Thank Jerry L
    Reviewed 7 February 2017
    WELL WORTH THE STOP

    Friendly staff, great food and even better coffee, Bugger Cafe is great for a break on the way to and from the Coromandel. Loved all the antidotes around the Cafe relating to "Bugger" moments.

    Thank Kiwisforever
    Reviewed 5 February 2017 via mobile
    Coffee Stop

    A regular stop for coffee as we go to and from the Coromandel, very friendly staff, yummy food, recommend stopping to break the journey

    Thank Shuttlez
    Reviewed 4 February 2017
    Quick & convenient stop

    Good coffees, prompt and friendly service, although cafe was fairly busy when we stopped. We had hotcakes with fruit - berries & freshly sliced banana which were good value

    Thank K0whai_53
    Reviewed 24 January 2017 via mobile
    What a find!

    We saw the road sign for this place on our way to Whitianga, so just had to stop by. Cute building, friendly staff and quirky interior. Oh, and very nice coffee! Well worth a stop!

    Thank moodyman77
    Reviewed 21 January 2017 via mobile
    So so.

    Fast service, ok food. Great Location. There were a few fly's buzzing around around inside that were annoying.

    Thank Chris G
    Reviewed 14 January 2017
    Good food, good service, hate the name

    Obviously, you go to a cafe for its location and food - but honestly, the name is silly. Good was not particularly original - but who cares? It is clean, tasty and service is great, Obviously hire the local college students, but that's great. They...More

    Thank booandberry
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    US$4 - US$15
    Cuisine
    Cafe, New Zealand, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
    Restaurant features
    Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Outdoor Seating, Waitstaff, Accepts Credit Cards
    Good for
    Child-friendly, Kids
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 1492 State Highway 25, Pipiroa | On the Main Highway Halfway Between Auckland and the Coromandal, Thames 3597, New Zealand
    • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  North Island  >  Waikato Region  >  Coromandel Peninsula  >  Thames
    • Phone Number: +64 21 109 1290
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    Description
    Our cafe is different from other cafes. Besides offering excellent food and coffee, it is our intent that you leave our cafe happier than when you came in. Our decor celebrates 'bugger moments' and encourages you to have a laugh at life. We believe life is too serious and if you laugh more everything is better. Our food is fresh, succulent, tasty and, wherever possible, local. So everything we sell will fit into these categories. We make everything on site. All are baristas are highly trained to deliver you the perfect brew.
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