Yellow House Café
Yellow House Cafe
A popular café in a bright yellow heritage house on the east bank of the river, known for its coffee, cheese scones and garden seating.
Located at 17 Pitt Street in Whanganui East, this bright yellow old house sits close to the popular riverside walkway, with a park across the street, making it handy for families and dog walkers. Rooms are filled with artwork, and there is garden seating. It is known for its coffee and counter fare. The cheese scones are said to be the best in town and often sell out early on weekend mornings. Breakfast and lunch options are plentiful, with gluten-free dishes clearly marked. Weekends get busy, prices are moderate and parking nearby is easy.
Opening hours
Open during the day, from breakfast through afternoon tea
Nearby sights
- Sarjeant Gallery Te Whare o Rehua Whanganui
- Whanganui Regional Museum
- Whanganui River Traders Market
- New Zealand Glassworks
- PS Waimarie
- Durie Hill Elevator & War Memorial Tower
- Virginia Lake Reserve
- St Paul's Memorial Church, Putiki