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Hattie's Cafe, Nelson

Hattie's Cafe · Nelson

Open now

Until 2:30pm today. Coffee's on.

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  5. Fri

7am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday. Closed Saturday and Sunday.

Call 022 300 3238 Directions
The cafe inside: sage green panelling, a dark green espresso machine on the counter and green chairs at dark tables
A latte with leaf art surrounded by green Hattie's Cafe takeaway cups, seen from above

76 Achilles Avenue · Whakatu Square, Tahunanui

Trays of cream-topped sweet rolls, chocolate-drizzled rolls, savoury rolls and meringue-topped pastries

Baked on site, waiting in the cabinet

Sweet rolls, savoury rolls, scones and salads, made in our small kitchen. What is in the cabinet changes, so ask at the counter what came out of the oven this morning.

  • Cheese and tomato scones, and gluten-free scones
  • Sweet rolls with berry and cream
  • Salads and vegetarian plates
  • Porridge in winter

Menu items are from public posts and reviews. Confirm before publishing.

A tray of golden scones, some gluten-free
A tray of freshly baked cinnamon-style rolls
A latte with leaf art surrounded by green Hattie's Cafe takeaway cups, seen from above

Coffee on before you reach the counter

Flat whites and long blacks from 7am, plus matcha, spicy chai and a hot chocolate people write reviews about. Bring your own cup, we are part of Nelson's Bring It scheme.

“We go here most weekday mornings. Coffee is on before we hit the counter, and it is always excellent.”

Jennifer, Google review

Light, bright and easy to stay a while

Around 35 seats, green chairs, big windows and a sofa nook at the back for a quiet meeting.

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wifi and plenty of charging plugs
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and seating
  • Takeaway and card payments
Dark tables and green chairs in a bright room with a pale green panelled wall and the cabinet at the back
White wall with small potted plants on floating shelves above pale green panelling

4.6 stars from 94 Google reviews

“Great Cafe with Delicious Food! The atmosphere was cozy, the staff was friendly, and the food was excellent!”

Nuzra, Google review

“Excellent service to match the great food. The cafe owner went out of her way to help me.”

Nicky, Google review

Harriet, owner

Harriet opened Hattie's in September 2022, aged 22, in a small square beside Bowater Toyota, and has built it on regulars and word of mouth.

“I just love interacting with people and seeing them leave with smiles on their faces.”

Feeding the office? Ask about catering

Catering for teams around Tahunanui and Nelson. Tell us the day, the numbers and any dietary needs and we will come back to you.

Email about catering

Cakes for the big days

Custom cakes and cupcakes are made in this same kitchen by Hattie's Cakes.

See Hattie's Cakes

Find us in Whakatu Square

Hattie's Cafe
76 Achilles Avenue
Nelson 7010

Beside Bowater Toyota, in the parking square.

Monday to Friday
7am to 2:30pm
Saturday and Sunday
Closed

Public holidays and special days: check our Instagram.

Get directions 022 300 3238

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