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09/09/2026
🎉 School holidays are only a couple of weeks away!🎉
Get ready for plenty of fun because we’ve got school holiday activities happening every day except Sundays!🥳
There’s something for everyone, so bring the family along and make the most of the holidays! 💛
📍 **Rise N Shine Cafe**
16 Jonah Lomu Drive, Paerata
We can’t wait to see you all there! 🌟
09/09/2026
🍔 Friday night is coming up fast! 🎉
Join us for dinner this Friday from 5pm–7pm!
🍔 Burger & fries OR 🐟 Fish & chips — just $19.95. Whaaaat?! 🤩
✨ Our special:
Chimichurri chicken nibbles served with salad & fries!
👧🧒 Kids’ meals just $9.95!
Bring the family, bring your appetite, and come enjoy a delicious Friday night with us! ❤️
See you all there! 🍽️🎉
03/09/2026
How is it Friday again already?! 😍🌮
And you know what that means… Friday night dinner at Rise n Shine Cafe! 🎉
Join us from 5pm–7pm for an easy, delicious dinner with the kids. No fuss, just good food and a relaxed Friday night! ❤️
🌮 Tonight’s Special: Soft Shell Tacos
Choose chicken or fish!
🍹 Happy Hour: 5pm–6pm
Round up the family, bring your appetite, and let us take care of dinner! 🙌
See you tonight at Rise n Shine Cafe! 🌮✨
30/08/2026
✨ Another beautiful celebration at our café! ✨
We loved hosting this special 40th birthday celebration — an intimate evening indoors, perfect for keeping warm and cosy during the winter months. 🥂🎂
Planning your next celebration? We’d love to help make it special, simple and stress-free. We offer morning, afternoon and evening timeslots to suit your event.
🍷 Licensed bar
🍽️ Delicious food options
🤍 Helpful, friendly staff
✨ Stress-free planning
🎉 No venue hire fee
Whether it’s a birthday, work function, family gathering or something worth celebrating, get in touch with us to chat about your next event.
📩 Send us a message to enquire!
27/08/2026
🧇 HOT HONEY WAFFLES 🍯
Yum yum yum! Our hot honey waffles are the perfect sweet breakfast 🤤
Served with mascarpone, berry compote & Biscoff crumb, with the option to add bacon or chicken if you’re feeling extra hungry!
Sweet, indulgent and oh-so-good. 💛
27/08/2026
Friday Night Sorted 🍻🍔
Don’t worry about cooking tomorrow night, guys we’ve got you sorted for an easy early dinner! 🙌
Join us Friday from 5pm–7pm for some tasty dinner specials:
🍺 **Happy Hour:** 5pm–6pm
🐟 Fish ’n’ Chips
🍔 Burger & Fries
🥩 **SPECIAL BEEF BRISKET SANDWICH** — loaded with cheese sauce, onion rings & fries 🤤
You definitely won’t want to miss this one!
📸 *Image is for promotional purposes only and is not an exact representation of what will be served on the night.*
25/08/2026
Father’s Day at Rise n Shine 💙
Father’s Day is just around the corner! 👨👧👦
Get Dad’s breakfast or lunch sorted! We’ve got a delicious Father’s Day special in the works! 🍽️
With a licensed bar and our big playground, Mum & Dad can relax while the kids play. 🙌
Taking bookings now!
Get in touch to secure your table. 💙
23/08/2026
FAQ: Can we decorate? 🎈
Yes, absolutely! We LOVE seeing you bring your party to life. 💕 Balloons, themes and all those special little touches make your celebration even more fun!
🎉 Planning a party? August & September are filling up fast, so get your enquiry in NOW to secure your date and celebrate with us at Rise n Shine Cafe!
📩 Send us an enquiry today!
20/08/2026
Loaded Hash
A classic on our menu that we just can’t say goodbye to! ❤️
Crispy, golden, loaded and seriously delicious, this one has earned its place as a Rise n Shine favourite.
Have you tried it yet? 👀
18/08/2026
Who remembers Linguines? 👀
We’re bringing back one of our top sellers from back in the day — Beef Lasagne!🍝❤️
This Friday night, join us for some old favourites:
🍔 Smash burger
🐟 Fish & chips
🍝 Beef lasagne
Friday night at Rise n Shine — 5pm–7pm. Bring the family, grab a drink and enjoy dinner with us!
See you Friday! 🙌
05/08/2026
Early morning work functions have been a popular choice over the last few weeks.
If you’re planning a breakfast meeting or team get-together, we’d love to host you.
Get in touch to book your next weekday workplace event!
Address
16 Jonah Lomu Drive
Paerata
2676
To get to Jonah Lomu Drive in Paerata, you can take public transport via bus or train to the closest station and then walk or take a taxi from there. Alternatively, if driving, take exit XX off the motorway and head towards Paerata. There is parking available on Jonah Lomu Drive.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
7am - 3pm |
| Tuesday |
7am - 3pm |
| Wednesday |
7am - 3pm |
| Thursday |
7am - 3pm |
| Friday |
7am - 8pm |
| Saturday |
7:30am - 8pm |
| Sunday |
7:30am - 8pm |
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What people say
Rise 'n Shine Cafe Paerata has received mixed reviews from various sources. The most recent review was published in the New Zealand Herald on 12th June 2021, which gave the café a rating of three out of five stars. The reviewer praised the friendly service and generous portions but criticized the lack of vegetarian options on the menu.
A review by Metro Magazine, published in March 2020, gave Rise 'n Shine Cafe Paerata a rating of four out of five stars. The reviewer commended the quality of food and coffee, as well as the cozy atmosphere. However, they noted that the café can get quite busy during peak hours.
Online reviews also reflect a mix of opinions. On Zomato, some customers have raved about their experience at Rise 'n Shine Cafe Paerata, with one user describing it as "the best café in town." Others have been less impressed, with one customer complaining about slow service and another stating that their meal was overpriced for what it was.
On TripAdvisor, one customer commented that they enjoyed their breakfast at Rise 'n Shine Cafe Paerata but found the portion sizes to be too small for the price. Another customer praised the café's gluten-free options but noted that it can get crowded on weekends.
Overall, it seems that Rise 'n Shine Cafe Paerata has its strengths and weaknesses. While some reviewers have had great experiences with friendly service and delicious food, others have been disappointed by slow service or high prices. It may be worth checking out for those in the area who are looking for a cozy spot to grab a bite to eat.
No information available yet regarding customer comments on Yelp or Google Reviews.
