Big Lizard, \u014ctepoti. Photo \/ Neat Places<\/p>\n
A compact and colourful takeaway shop that is dedicated to sandwiches and pastries. From 8am-10am (or sold out), the team roll out a breakfast line-up of croissants, seasonal fruit tarts and basque cheesecake, potato and rosemary focaccia, potato rolls filled with a legendary hashbrown, egg and cheese combo, and much more to be desired. From 10am it\u2019s all about heavenly ingredients layered between two slices of delicious bread baked onsite, be it focaccia, baguette or sourdough. Fillings are fun but never overcomplicated, with timeless classics like ham, butter, pickles, and mustard alongside more adventurous combinations. <\/p>\n
2. Woof!<\/p>\n
368 Moray Place<\/p>\n
Woof! has created a fun, carefree and inclusive space for locals to fill their cup in every sense. Well known for their expert shaking and stirring, the cocktail list demands your attention here, with a different special entering the scene each month. New Zealand craft beers and beautiful wines are also available, and an impressive menu of delicious snacks and small plates means you can stay all night if you like. Grab a seat on the sidewalk or find a cosy pocket amongst the array of plants and eclectic decor inside.<\/p>\n
3. Common Ground Espresso<\/p>\n
Unit 11\/4 Strathallan St<\/p>\n
Common Ground Espresso. Photo \/ Neat Places<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re an avid frequenter of Dunedin cafes, there\u2019s a 99.99% chance you\u2019ve already enjoyed a great coffee using Common Ground beans. For a true coffee-roaster-to-coffee-cup experience, we recommend visiting their HQ in South Dunedin. Order a brew at the espresso bar counter, grab a bag of beans for your at-home coffee needs, and catch a glimpse of the team crafting quality small batch roasts.<\/p>\n
4. Steamer Basin Brewery & Taproom<\/p>\n
No Name Alley<\/p>\n
Steamer Basin. Photo \/ Neat Places<\/p>\n
Hidden down No Name Alley, Steamer Basin may not make a song and dance about their taproom location, but you can bet every beer lover in town has sniffed them out. Originally starting out at the farmers\u2019 market, owners Karen and Paul have gone from a Saturday stall to a bustling neighbourhood microbrewery full of patrons (and their dogs) sipping seasonal pints and devouring slices of pizza at communal tables. Steamer\u2019s brewing philosophy celebrates local ingredients, sourcing malt from Canterbury, hops from Nelson, and the best filtered Dunedin water.<\/p>\n
5. Blue Oyster<\/p>\n
16 Dowling St<\/p>\n
The largest contemporary art project space in Otago and Southland, Blue Oyster operates as a non-profit art space for creatives to experiment and showcase their ideas in a supportive environment. There\u2019s a new exhibition to admire every five-six weeks, as well as a full schedule of events for the arts community, including talks, panel discussions, film screenings and workshops. Sign up to the email list on their website to stay in the loop.<\/p>\n
6. Company Store<\/p>\n
309 George St<\/p>\n
Located in a dreamy upstairs space on George St, you\u2019ll find the flagship store of Company of Strangers, a local label founded by Dunedinite Sara Aspinall. Sara\u2019s timeless range of clothing and jewellery is all designed in Dunedin and made with love and care in New Zealand. Alongside the in-house collections, Company Store plays host to other friends in the fashion world, including a thoughtful curation of like-minded New Zealand designers and brands from further afield. <\/p>\n
7. Wild Dispensary <\/p>\n
401C Princes St Dunedin Access from \u2018No Name Alley\u2019 <\/p>\n
Tucked down Princess St, this natural health company is quietly doing something pretty special, crafting herbal remedies that genuinely reflect the landscape around them. Drawing on local, native and wild New Zealand botanicals, their products are sustainably harvested and grown from the windswept Dunedin coastline through to the dry, rugged mountains of Central Otago. Visiting their store feels less like stepping into a retail space and more like entering a living apothecary, shelves lined with thoughtfully formulated tinctures, balms and tonics that honour the land they come from.<\/p>\n
8. His & Hers Friday Shop<\/p>\n
10 George St, Port Chalmers<\/p>\n
His and Hers Catering Photo \/ Neat Places<\/p>\n
Helmed by the talented duo Mathew Lewis and Sheena Booth, His and Hers Catering is a top pick for catering across the harbour and wider Otago. Luckily for the rest of us, they also operate a pop-up monthly Friday Shop out of their space in Port Chalmers. The menu is stacked with delicious eats: hearty homemade pies, flavour-packed noodles, and nostalgic treats like custard donuts and lamingtons. Grab something to devour on the spot or stock up for later adventures.<\/p>\n
9. The Junction<\/p>\n
99 Hargest Crescent, St Clair<\/p>\n
The Junction, Saint Clair. Photo \/ Neat Places<\/p>\n
Just a couple of blocks from St Clair Beach, this takeaway cafe plays a key role in the community\u2019s weekday schedule. Since opening in early 2023, The Junction has become the neighbourhood\u2019s meeting point for great coffee, fresh kai, and a good natter. The brews are smooth (remember to BYO coffee cup) and the cabinet is chokka with baked goods and fresh sammies. Pop over to the shelf to pick up a loaf of Body of the Year sourdough or a jar of Bay Rd Peanut Butter.<\/p>\n
10. Augustines of Portobello<\/p>\n
33 Hereweka St, Portobello<\/p>\n
Set on lush farmland surrounded by the natural beauty of the Otago Peninsula, Augustines of Portobello is an idyllic culinary retreat just 25 minutes from Dunedin\u2019s city centre. It all started with Augustines of Central, a range of award-winning preserves, jams, and chutneys handmade by Gus (Augustine) Hayden, a local chef who has been showcasing the best of Central Otago produce for over a decade. After moving back to Portobello to work and live on his parents\u2019 farm, Gus and his partner Jana embraced the opportunity to build a permanent home for both their young family and the Augustines brand. At the end of 2024, they opened the Farmstore & Kitchen, a destination inviting guests to reconnect with nature, sample the latest preserves fresh from the source and enjoy fresh, farm-to-table food Friday to Sunday.<\/p>\n
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