Upside Down Eatery

Boutique dining · Hawera, Taranaki

Every Meal Has A Story

Fresh ingredients. Exceptional coffee. Memorable dining. Right in the heart of Hawera.

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Fresh, local produce
Exceptional coffee
Plant-based, GF & DF options
Warm, friendly service
Upside Down Eatery exterior with garden

Our story

Make everyday delicious.

Tucked into the heart of Hawera, Upside Down Eatery is a quiet celebration of good food, good coffee and good people. We believe every plate should tell a story — of the produce, the season, and the hands that shaped it.

Our menu is honest and seasonal, with generous options for plant-based, gluten-free and dairy-free diners. Whether it's a slow breakfast, a working lunch or an unhurried dinner, you're welcome at our table.

The menu

A menu for every hour of the day

From the first pour of coffee to the last spoon of dessert — thoughtfully composed, honestly priced.

Breakfast

Breakfast

Slow mornings, sourdough, house granola and eggs done properly.

Lunch

Lunch

Garden bowls, share plates and hearty seasonal favourites.

Dinner

Dinner

An intimate evening menu — locally sourced, quietly refined.

Coffee

Coffee

Meticulously extracted espresso from a rotating roaster.

Desserts

Desserts

House-made sweets that finish the story just right.

Reserve

A table is waiting for you.

Book in a few taps. We'll confirm your table by email — usually within a few hours.

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