The Old Packhouse: why locals rate it the best cafe in Kerikeri
The Old Packhouse combines markets, a café and regular events, making it a popular destination in Kerikeri.
Sezzy Cooke
9/17/20252 min read
Café, markets and events – all in one place
The Café
It sits right in the middle of the market, so people can grab a coffee, eat, browse, catch up, wander, come back for another coffee, and not feel rushed or boxed in. That mix of good food, space, atmosphere and things happening around you is what makes people quietly call The Old Packhouse the best cafe in town.
Café hours
Open Tuesday–Sunday, 7am–2pm
Closed Mondays
Visit: The Old Packhouse Cafe
The Market
On market days, The Old Packhouse fills up with locals and visitors. There's a genuine community feel between organisers, stallholders and regulars. People come to browse, eat and catch up. Dogs are welcome, and we’ve even encountered a goat on a lead. There’s undercover and outdoor seating, live music, and a friendly vibe. During winter you can sit inside by the fire. It's an all-weather destination.
You’ll find a mix of:
Fresh produce (Joe's Veggies) and Kerikeri oranges
Baked goods, pastries, patisseries & crepes
Savoury food Wingless Angel BBQ & La Pizzacotta
Artisan products like our kettle korn and olive oil
Handmade skincare like Bee's Old School Remedies
Local brands selling clothes, 3D-printed items & One Planet Bags
Market Hours
Saturday Market: 8am–1.30pm
Sunday Eclectic Market: 9am–1pm
Friday Night Food Market: 5pm–8pm
Visit: The Old Packhouse Market
