The Hub Dairy & Cafe

202 Ngongotaha Road, Ngongotahā, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
$$$ Cafe
(147 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Welcome to The Hub Dairy & Cafe, a delightful haven nestled at 202 Ngongotaha Road, Ngongotahā, Rotorua. This charming café is a local favorite, where the essence of comfort food meets the warmth of a welcoming atmosphere. Its unique offerings and cozy vibe make it a must-visit for anyone traveling through or residing in the area.

The Hub is renowned for its exquisite selection of freshly baked pies, which have garnered rave reviews from locals and visitors alike. With flavors that dance on the palate, imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly flaky pastry, crafted with care, that encases rich fillings like the crowd-pleasing bacon and egg or the hearty mince and cheese. The café's pies are available for around $6, making them not only delicious but also a great value.

Customer experiences highlight the café's strong suits, emphasizing the quality of its food and service. As Chris Moody puts it, “These are great pies, just not the best in the area.” However, he quickly adds that they are undoubtedly the best in Ngongotaha. Robyn Fussell declares the pies "so yummy," particularly praising the bacon and egg variety. It seems you can't go wrong with any choice! Notably, Sterling Arnet raves about the eggs benedict for breakfast, showcasing that The Hub is not just about pies but offers a well-rounded menu that includes satisfying lunch options.

With a commitment to providing fresh, hot food daily, The Hub Dairy & Cafe is a labor of love, clearly reflected in the enthusiastic feedback from patrons like Dan Campbell, who adores the café's delectable cookies and the bustling atmosphere at their outside tables, which are a sublime spot to enjoy your meal while soaking in the morning sun.

The café isn’t just about the bites; the atmosphere is inviting and friendly, perfect for a quick pit stop or a leisurely meal. Plus, the convenient parking on the street or in the car park behind the café ensures easy access for all visitors, making it a hassle-free retreat for hungry travelers.

So, whether you're a local or just passing through, The Hub Dairy & Cafe offers a distinctly flavorful experience that captures the heart of this vibrant community. Don’t miss out on indulging in their pies and other delightful offerings; they’re just waiting to be discovered!

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

05:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Tuesday

05:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Wednesday

05:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Thursday

05:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Friday

05:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Saturday

05:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Sunday

05:00 AM - 05:00 PM

147 Reviews
Chris Moody

07 Oct 2025

I wish you could give half stars on the ratings, I feel 4/5 isn't enough but 5/5 is too much for the food rating! Honestly, they're great pies, just not the best in the area (best in Ngongotaha though). Easy access with parking around the corner or on the street. If I'm passing and I'm hungry I'll stop in. Pies at the time of writing are $6 each or thereabouts.

Robyn Fussell

29 Sep 2025

The pies are so yummy. Especially the bacon and Egg.

Drift Crush

20 Sep 2025

Favourite mince and cheese pies in the city. Lots available too

Sterling Arnet

16 Aug 2025

Came for breakfast and lunch, Has the eggs benedict not bad for a bakery! Also had the sandwich for lunch and a drink service was fast. Flat white was also pretty good. They know their stuff. Sterling Arnet Kakapo Business Sales

Dan Campbell

07 Aug 2025

Always love their hot food. And their big cookies at the front counter. Yum! Hard working people..long hours, day in, day out. Those outside tables are a premium spot in the mornings! Heads-up, it’s a busy intersection and parking can be tricky. Luckily there’s a nice big carpark located in behind this set of shops that can be accessed via Taui street -easy as.

Jamey B-Pakaru

06 Aug 2025

Best pies very hearty and wholesome with a great taste and the best pastry I recommend you stop and try the steak and cheese, steak cheese and mushrooms and steak tomatoe and onion beats a Patrick's pies any day of the week customer of 15 years +

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