The Shire's Rest Cafe
Cafe, Vegan Pastry, Ice Cream
Vegan options
Outstanding for vegans ★ 4.3 (18) · $$ · Cafe · Cafe, Dessert, Bakery · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating wifi Wifi
Popular tips: "Try the vegan korma and Mexican pies"
Must-try: pie, cake, cupcake
Praised for: cozy atmosphere, affordable, friendly service
The Shire's Rest Cafe has a casual, tourist-focused vibe with a notable selection of clearly labeled vegan pastries, savory pies, and ice creams. Prices are reasonable for the location near the Hobbiton movie set tour, and staff are often praised for their helpfulness in confirming vegan options. Outdoor seating and free Wi-Fi enhance the laid-back experience, making it a convenient stop for a light meal or snack before or after the tour.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 09:00 am - 03:30 pm
Monday 09:00 am - 03:30 pm
Tuesday 09:00 am - 03:30 pm
Wednesday 09:00 am - 03:30 pm
Thursday 09:00 am - 03:30 pm
Friday 09:00 am - 03:30 pm
Saturday 09:00 am - 03:30 pm
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501 Buckland Rd (at Hobbiton Village), Matamata, New Zealand, 3472
Vegan Friendliness
iOutstanding for vegans
A
- VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Knowledgeable
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