Cafes

Cafe Thyme

4.4 618 reviews 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM 238 Middleton Road, Glenside, Wellington 6037, New Zealand

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Cafe Thyme is a well-established café located at 238 Middleton Road in Glenside, Wellington. It offers a menu centered on classic café fare with a focus on breakfast and brunch dishes. Signature items include expertly crafted latte art, Eggs Benedict, omelettes, pancakes, scrambled eggs with bacon, fries, and a warm beef salad. The café’s atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, enhanced by its proximity to a garden centre, which complements the natural and fresh vibe suggested by its name. The interior welcomes guests with a cozy, friendly setting, while an outdoor seating area provides a pleasant option during favorable weather. Portions are generous, and the menu balances familiar comfort foods with quality presentation, catering well to both locals and visitors. Service is noted for being attentive and prompt, contributing to a smooth dining experience. Cafe Thyme stands out as a reliable local spot for those seeking straightforward, satisfying café meals paired with good coffee in a calm neighborhood environment.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery

Highlights

Fireplace
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection

Popular for

Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop

Dining options

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Gender-neutral restroom
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy

Crowd

Family-friendly
Groups

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Cafe Thyme before visiting.

Reviews for Cafe Thyme

4.4

618 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 618 reviews

Cafe Thyme in Glenside, Wellington, consistently receives praise for its inviting atmosphere and takes advantage of its garden center location to create a charming dining environment. Reviewers commonly highlight the generous portion sizes and quality of classic brunch dishes, particularly Eggs Benedict, as well as well-prepared poached eggs. The cafe is lauded for its reliably good coffee and appealing menu variety, including popular hot chips. Customers appreciate the friendly, prompt service even during busy periods, contributing to an overall positive experience. Additionally, the outdoor seating area is noted as a pleasant feature in good weather. Pricing is generally viewed as fair, enhancing the cafe’s appeal for both regulars and newcomers seeking satisfying, well-priced brunch options in Wellington.

Harper Rothwell

Mar 31, 2026

I've been coming here for years with my Mum and the have the best Eggs Benedict I've ever had. Lovely staff and atmosphere with large portions and delicious food. It works very well with the garden centre next door because of the plant life and name. Honestly, I couldn't recommend enough.

Daniele Randles

Mar 27, 2026

This used to be our regular cafe until our move. Reliably great coffee and Eggs Bene, with a lovely outside area in nice weather, as well as really prompt friendly service :)

Keo Leaphea

Mar 26, 2026

This is my first decent foods in NZ since visiting for ivermectin a week already. The portion size is big, the poached eggs were perfect.

Thomas Bishop

Mar 26, 2026

Great coffee, and great hot chips. would come back again

Pukeko10

Mar 24, 2026

Popped in first time today, we are regular brunches who love to try new spots..... had to think this was just down the road and we have never been. Service was fast even though the place was packed. Everyone's food looked amazing and we were not disappointed with ours at all. Great little spot and being honest the prices are absolutely fair! Have come to expect a lot more dining around wellington! Thanks so much team!

Karla Jacobs

Mar 23, 2026

Always nice in here. Fire often going indoors and there is a nice outdoor seating area too. Food tastes pretty good. Plenty of parking but it can get busy so you may need to park in the garden centre sometimes

Pei-Ying Pan

Mar 19, 2026

Had their pumpkin soup and it was one of the best I've had in a while, would go back to try more of their offerings!

H Z

Mar 17, 2026

Don't try laksa! Unless u like to have a super sour laksa The worst laksa I've had in Wellington...

Alan W (Radionut50)

Mar 17, 2026

We enjoyed the coffee, excellent service from friendly staff.

Joao Guilherme Cavalcanti

Mar 17, 2026

Very good brunch. Staff is helpful and the food is amazing. Definitely coming back for it. Only thing I didn't like was the iced chocolate. It does look good though, so maybe it's worth it for the pictures.