Quality coffee. Quality people. Quality Food.

Unique Friendly Ambience

An iconic Dunedin café since 1977, visit and enjoy our warming menu of freshly baked snacks and generous meals. We provide simple kiwi food, cooked fresh. Join us in the heart of the City Centre at 438 George St, Dunedin.

Delicious kai for the whole whānau

Our menu is all about simple food, done well. We have options available for everyone who walks in our door. There are no limitations, vegans, gluten-free, meat-eaters... we got you!

The perfect place to meet your friends for coffee in the morning, to have lunch with the family, or between shopping.

Our Menu

Join The Whānau

We're a little bit quirky & a little bit crazy. We have a whole lot of passion and a whole lot of drive. We don't just do hospitality, we create experiences!

If you think you'd fit in perfectly with our whānau, flick us your CV.

Awesome service, super kid-friendly, and yummy food. Just the right amount of relaxation and a great treat out.

- Sarah

Amazing pancakes and stellar, friendly service! I will definitely be back, rest of the menu looks amazing, so keen to try it out! Relaxing atmosphere - Great breakfast!

- Lisa

The kids' play space is why I come here... Bonus that the food is great and the decor upstairs is truly excellent. Love the window addition between the playroom and seating!

- Vanessa

Friendly service and easy to order off-menu. Great coffee and toasties were sooo good! Nice space to enjoy lunch, thank you!

- Lynette

I come here for the Salmon Eggs Benedict and the chocolate pancakes. So good every time! Best Eggs Bene and the best pancakes I have ever tasted! Definitely recommend!

- Talmage

10/10 would recommend. Every time I have been here the service has been absolutely amazing and the food is always delicious. Definitely will be again!

- Ariel

We enjoyed our breakfast at Governors this morning, the food and service were amazing. Our kids loved the kids' playroom. Great vibes!

- Loren

Give the Gift of Deliciousness with our Gov's Gift Cards.

Are you on the hunt for the perfect gift that'll make taste buds dance with joy?

Look no further than a Gov's Cafe online gift card!

It's the ultimate way to treat your friends, family, or colleagues to their favourite drinks and treats that'll leave them grinning from ear to ear. Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or simply a spontaneous act of kindness, embrace the joy of giving with Gov's Cafe gift cards.

It's the perfect present for any occasion, guaranteeing a belly-filling, heartwarming experience.

Get ready to share the love, one bite at a time.

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Get in Touch

Want to get in touch? We'd love to hear from you. Here's how you can reach us...

Find Us

438 George St,
Dunedin 9016,
New Zealand

Normal Hours

Monday - Sunday from 7:00am until 3:00pm.
Kitchen closes at 2:30pm.

Contact Us

info@governorscafe.co.nz
03 425 0411

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