Curbside Kitchen, Ballance Street

4.6 ( 145 reviews )
Checking... 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM See Hours
$20–30
9 Ballance Street, Whataupoko, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand
+64 6 863 3916
Nestled in Gisborne at 9 Ballance Street, Curbside Kitchen is a vibrant café that embodies community spirit and culinary creativity. With a welcoming atmosphere that features both indoor and outdoor seating, this spot has become a go-to destination for locals and tourists alike. Known for its excellent breakfast and lunch offerings, the menu caters to all dietary preferences, from hearty vegetarian dishes to indulgent desserts. Patrons rave about the warm, attentive service and the delightful flavors, including the popular gingerbread cake doughnut. Accessible and cozy, Curbside Kitchen is the perfect place to unwind, enjoy quality coffee, or grab a quick bite.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Good for solo dining
    • Good for working on laptop
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Quick bite
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For Bear Restaurant

Chad Renando
Apr 19,2025
Over from Australia, what a pleasant surprise. Great setting in the sun, inside tidy and quaint. Edible coffee cup a treat, good coffee and scones.
Mark Pitts
Mar 11,2025
What an amazing little breakfast and brunch place in Gisborne! I would put it on a “do not miss” list for when you visit the area. The menu here is great, with many options for any dietary needs, including vegetarian or vegan. We loved the helpful and friendly staff and their really amazing coffee drinks and chai lattes. They had several milk options, instead of just the “usual” dairy or soy. The food was delicious, and the donuts, pastries, and brioche were very fresh and absolutely yummy. Probably the best donut that I have ever eaten....and I love donuts! The space was roomy with indoor and outdoor seating. There were also local organic foods, preserves, etc, for sale and some locally made pottery and gifts, too. We would definitely recommend this place to everyone and will definitely eat here again!
Sharon W
Feb 2,2025
Gorgeous little spot just off the main road in the village.Lots of boutique style things to purchase alongside the delicious Cafe fare. Great vegan options. Had a yummy vegan burger sandwich which I thoroughly enjoyed.Nice outdoor seating spaces as well as some indoor seating.Great spot for brunch or lunch with lots of parking.
Josip
Feb 1,2025
I had to laugh at that review below saying the coffee was just "okay" and the food was "terrible"—because that couldn’t be further from the truth. We had the curbside breakfast bap, coffee, and a smoothie, and everything was absolutely delicious. The staff were super friendly and attentive, even though they were really busy. Some people just love to complain, I guess. Lovely place with a great vibe, food and coffee!
Toni Lexmond
Jan 20,2025
My local favorite. Outdoor seating (so important in COVID times) perfect strong coffee, friendly staff and delicious baked goods fresh daily.
Eugenie Dervin
Jan 9,2025
Happy Easter Monday, enjoying the Easter box full of delicious treats.. enjoyed by a 10 year to 90 year old. Thanks, Vanessa and the curbside kitchen team.
Michelle A
Jan 8,2025
Great doughnuts and prices. Colours inviting with indoor and outdoor seating. Loved the gingerbread cake doughnut.
R Patton
Dec 29,2024
Staff were eager to create exactly what we wanted - even adjusting a couple of ingredients to suit a vegetarian in our group. Coffee was delicious!

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