11 Best Cafes in Nelson

“Stopped by here on a Saturday afternoon and grabbed a seat by the window while working through some emails. The flat white was excellent and the almond croissant was still warm, clearly baked that morning. Staff behind the counter were friendly and quick even with a decent line out the door. Great spot to post up for a couple hours if you need wifi and don't mind the buzz of regulars catching up around you.“

“Skye-lea was wonderful with my daughter while I attended a family wedding. She arrived with totes of activities and toys. She managed bedtime like a pro and I came home to a sleeping kiddo. It was so nice to enjoy an adult evening knowing my kid was having a blast with Skye-lea.“

“Just amazing“

“I have fond memories of going to Selkirk and getting a muffin and coffee at the Dominion to study. I stopped in late Sunday and thankfully I could grab and espresso orange, and strawberry/rhubarb white chocolate (the famous pear and white chocolate were long gone). The new owner is so kind and added fresh juices/smoothies/shakes to the menu as well as ‘hot’ breakfasts with eggs, bacon and the like. Improving on a downtown standard is impressive.“

“Great place to have coffee, very good location & great atmosphere 😊☕“

“Like my 2nd home or kitchen. Love the atmosphere. Food is excellent. People- wait staff and customers - always friendly. Laid back atmosphere, no pressure.“

“Get the raspberry jam! Amazing food and service!“

“What a welcoming atmosphere and cute place! It really lures you in. I didn't get a chance to try any meals, but one of their drink.

Just an FYI for visitors: there is street parking nearby, but I'm not entirely sure if it's paid or free.“

“Truthfully the best iced mocha I have ever had in my life. They even have chocolate whipped cream! The ONLY reason i didn't rate it 5 stars was because we went back the next day to try the food and get another coffee and they were closed! I thought it was a little strange to close on the weekends but im glad I got to try it once before we left town.“

“I had the most delicious cake at my friends house the other day from Cake Betty. It was so wonderful that I feel compelled to write a review. Today I went to Cake Betty with another friend who bought the most beautiful small cake for a birthday gift. The owner gave us each a cupcake to enjoy. It was the best cupcake I’ve ever eaten - white cake with butter icing and a little bit of caramel sauce. So delicate and satisfying - I could have eaten three of them :)The bakery is so cute - like a tiny bakery in London, or the West Village. A lovely historical building with a sweet little store front. Go to Cake Betty - you will not be disappointed:)“

“We ordered a cake for my grandpa’s interment and after we completely forgot to pick it up. Not only was the cake awesome, but they stayed open almost an hour because we live outside Nelson. Thank you to the people that stayed late.“