Black Shag Boutique Cafe

About Black Shag Boutique Cafe

Black Shag Boutique Cafe is a food & drink venue in Invercargill, South Island.

The café is owned and operated by Sylvie Boutelje-Chasteau and Dion Milanesi, who came from Auckland for work, fell in love with the city, and decided to establish a coffee and food spot that the locals would enjoy. Coffee and Food Experience: Black Shag Boutique Café is a place where coffee enthusiasts and foodies will be delighted.

It is owned by experienced coffee professionals who serve up a range of coffee styles, like espresso, pour-over, and cold brew, to cater to everyone’s preferences. Their baristas use locally roasted beans to prepare the coffee, adding a unique flavor profile that customers appreciate.

For food, the café has a selection of homemade dishes that are made fresh daily. They have a brunch menu that offers tasty choices such as eggs benedict, French toast, house granola, and bacon & egg pie.

They also have lunch items like pies, salads, and burgers that you can pair with their hot or iced coffee. When to Visit: Black Shag Boutique Café is open seven days a week from early morning till mid-afternoon, so you can drop by any day of the week to enjoy some coffee and food.

Avoid the rush hour from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM, and from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM, so that you can get a table easily. On weekends, the café is more crowded, so it’s advised to come early or later in the afternoon.

How to Get There: If you’re staying nearby the café, you can walk or bike to Dee Street, where the café is located. The café is near some local landmarks and amenities, such as the Museum and Art Gallery, the Wachner Place Playground, and the Invercargill Public Library.

If you’re coming from out of town, you can take a bus or taxi from the airport, which is only a few kilometers away. The café is also accessible by car, and you can park on the street or in a nearby parking lot.

Good to know

• Type: Food & Drink
• Area: Invercargill, South Island
• Phone: +64 22 190 7104
• Website: visit ↗

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