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Bite Cafe Thames, located on Mackay Street opposite Thames Hospital, offers private venue hire for up to 90 seated guests inside and 30+ seated in the courtyard, as well as out catering services for a wide range of events. Head Chef & owner Vic Challis provides delicious gourmet goodies and freshly prepared cabinet food. Come down and indulge your taste buds with Bite Cafe!
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22/05/2026

Morena Fam,

Bite Cafe will be closed today.

See you all next week xx

07/05/2026

Hey Fam 🤍

Just a little heads up that we will be closed tomorrow (Friday 8th) for a private function.

Apologies for any inconvenience caused, and thank you so much for your understanding. We’ll see you all back here on Saturday ☕✨

– The Bite Crew

22/04/2026

Good morning Fam,

This friday and saturday will be our final dinner services as we wrap up for the colder months.

It's been an amazing season of nights filled with great food, good wine and even better company - and we're so grateful to have shared it with you all.

Well be taking a short break from evening service, but don't worry we'll will still be here for your daytime fix.

Open Tuesday - Saturday 9am - 3pm

We're still taking bookins for private Functions so if you've got something special coming up we'd love to host you.

Thank you for all your continued support - it truly means the world to us.

Much love,
The Bite Crew

10/04/2026

Good morning fam ☕️

With the yucky weather on its way, we’ve decided to close for dinner service this evening so our team can get sorted and stay safe.

We’re sorry for any inconvenience, but appreciate your understanding as always 🤍

Stay warm, take care out there, and we’ll see you all next week.

Xx

08/04/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE – 🎨🍷

Looking for something fun to do this week?
Paint & Sip Night at Bite Cafe Thames

✨ No experience needed
🍷 Complimentary drink on arrival
🎨 Step-by-step guided painting
💃 Perfect for a girls night, date night or something different!

📍 Bite Cafe, Thames
🗓 Friday 10th April | 6:30PM
💲 $55 per ticket

👉 Message now or email [email protected]
to secure your seat

01/04/2026

Hey fam, just a heads up for this weekend :)

13/03/2026

COMING BACK IN APRIL!!!!
Book your seats today.
Don't miss out :)

14/02/2026

Love is in the air… and so is the smell of great coffee and delicious kai ☕🍰

We’re open this Valentine’s Day from 9am–3pm for brunch and lunch, and back again for a delicious Dinner Service from 5pm ✨

Whether it’s a romantic date, a catch-up with friends, or simply an excuse to treat someone special, we’d love to host you.

📞 Call 07 869 0330 to reserve your table

Let’s make it a day (and night) full of good food, good vibes, and a little extra love 💗

05/02/2026

Morena whanau, just a reminder we are closed for Waitangi weekend. See you all next Tuesday from 9am.

Bite Crew x

10/01/2026

Dinner Sorted for the Weekend!

Bring the family and enjoy a relaxed dinner at Bite Café
🕔 Friday & Saturday | 5pm–9pm

Great food, welcoming atmosphere, and something for everyone — without the stress of cooking.

📍 Bite Café, Thames
📞 Bookings recommended

05/01/2026

Open today from 9am.
It's been a wonderful break for the team and we're back and ready to go. See you all soon :)

25/12/2025

Just want to say a huge thank you to our incredible team for the dedication, passion, and effort you bring every single day. Your commitment does not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful for each of you. You truly embody the values of our business through the way you support one another and go above and beyond in your roles. We are extremely proud to call you our work whānau and feel privileged to work alongside such an amazing team.

Merry Christmas, whānau xx 🎄

15/12/2025

Kia ora whānau,

It has been a wonderful year, and we’ve almost reached the time where we wrap things up so our team can enjoy a well-deserved break over Christmas and New Year. We want to thank each and every one of you for your ongoing love and support. It has truly been our pleasure serving you all.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a happy and safe New Year.

Cass, Vic & The Bite Crew

10/10/2025

Kia Ora Whanau,

Bite will be closed today. We apologize for the late notice and any inconvenience caused. See you all on Tuesday.

Xx

21/08/2025

Hey fam,

Just a heads up we will be closed tommorow (Saturday 23rd August) for a private function. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Cass n Vic

19/08/2025

Kia Ora fam,

Just a heads up our kitchen will be closed from 11am-1pm today. Our venue will still be open for coffees and something sweet until we're back. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Cass n Vic xx

Address

601 Mackay Street
Thames
3500

To get to Mackay Street in Thames, you can take the public bus and get off at the Thames Bus Station. From there, head south on Pollen Street towards Sealey Street, then turn left onto Sealey Street. Continue straight until you reach Mackay Street.

If you are driving, take State Highway 25 and turn onto Sealey Street. Continue straight until you reach Mackay Street. There is street parking available near the cafe.

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 3pm
Saturday	9am - 3pm

Website

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Bite Cafe Thames is a must-visit for anyone looking for a delicious dining experience in Thames. This family-friendly cafe and restaurant offers an extensive menu of gourmet goodies, freshly prepared cabinet food, and mouth-watering dine-in options that are sure to satisfy any craving. The indoor-outdoor flow of the licensed venue makes it perfect for hosting private functions and events, with space for up to 90 seated guests inside and 30+ seated in the courtyard. Additionally, Bite Cafe Thames offers out catering services for weddings, birthdays, dinner parties, funerals, corporate lunches, packed lunches for groups and much more. Head Chef & owner Vic Challis' passion for providing fresh quality options every day is evident in every dish served at Bite Cafe Thames. So come on down to Mackay Street and indulge your taste buds at this amazing family-run cafe!

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