I haven’t been for years to Cafe Cezzane but oh how I had forgotten how wonderful the service and food was. On a cold wet Saturday afternoon we stopped in and were both delighted to see one of our favourites on the menu, chicken livers and lambs fry, not to every ones taste, but these were the best we had, the meal size was perfect as these are quite rich and the sauce divine. The lovely owner and his wife made a point of stopping and talking to us and we complimented them. The service was fantastic. We live in Herald Island Waitakere, we are definitely making the drive back to this wonderful cafe. Keep up the great work and see u soon.

Not sure again what is all the fuss about with this cafe. With a string of positive reviews one would think this surely is the place to go. But i really beg to differ. This was my first time there and being a regular at a few other cafes in the are, i though i should check it out. My order: a flat white and eggs benedict. Verdict: the coffee was very mediocre and don’t have much to say about the benedict. The egg was watery, almost to the extent of the white being uncooked. Not a pleasant experience on a sunny Sunday morning. Will I go back? No, not when there are a handful of really nice once in the proximity.

I eat at cafe Cezanne probably once a month. I like the place, I like the slightly sticky kinda grubby atmosphere. It’s casual dining where one can be relaxed and just enjoy the food, the company and there’s always good people watching to be had. I had the stuffed capsicum on a pea puree and it was great. The service from the blonde nordic looking waitress was very good. One thing I did note however was a few of the desserts in the cabinet had definitely seen better days. Maybe someone needs to keep an eye on that because it was not pretty!

THE VERY BEST CHRISTMAS EVE EVER. After a fantastic church service, 14 of us rolled in the door of Cafe Cezanne at 8:30pm wondering if by some miracle we would find something to eat. We did! Beautiful food, beautiful service, the lady in charge got all our food and drinks orders perfect, the kitchen staff were amazing, we clapped them afterwards for a job well done on such a special night as that. I highly recommend – will be back again – especially next Christmas eve!

I have been living in Melbourne for 11 years now & always used to go to Cafe Cezanne – now every time I come back it’s my first stop. The food is gorgeous, plenty of it & great value for money. I have never had a bad experience – the staff are always lovely.
Love their breakfast & always pop in for dinner when Im in town. Def up there as one of the best along Ponsonby Road

The venue is great oozes personality from the furniture to the ‘cezanne’ wall murals. Sit and be seen dine indoors or on the pavement and contribute to Ponsonby’s the place to be.
At Cezanne the food’s reasonably priced – tasty – well presented- big servings (not that I need that!!)and the wait staff friendly and efficient. At the top of my cafe dine list. Highly recommended

This cafe is absolutely fabulous, ive been here a few times and their chocolate smoothies are to die for!!! ( wish i could make one just as good!!!!) the service is fantastic and the staff are the friendliest ive ever seen despite what some people say! will definitely be coming back and i recommend it to anyone. even y’all who’ve said to have a “bad experience” not everyones perfect and people make mistakes, doesnt mean the place is vibrant with vibrant people. everyone try a smoothie!!!!!!

I have never written a review before, but this place has inspired me to do so, we have been to Cafe Cezanne on a number of occasions and every time the food is amazing, the service is friendly and inviting and the coffee fantastic!!! Highly recommend you give this place a try, you will not be disappointed!

After our last great experience we decided to come back. We ordered a plain Salmon and Cream cheese omelette – just like last time only this time it seemed really difficult and the waitress reluctantly went to ask the chef – the omelette arrived with everything on the menu including salmon and cream cheese – not tasty at all and a mission to try and eat as I had to pick through everything else mixed into the omelette. My friend ordered a Soda water which was flat and got “attitude” when she asked for one that had bubbles – surprisingly when she asked the waitress if she was having a bad day she got a shrug and nonchalant…yes… It was obvious she was having a bad day – the surprise was the fact that she’s in the service industry and clearly doesn’t care if her bad mood affects customers and their experience. One great experience + one shocker – with so many cafes to choose from we won’t be taking our chances…Go to Cafe Cezanne if you’re feeling lucky

Went to Cezanne this Saturday night with a large group – around twelve of us. The food was fantastic – large portions, affordable, and super tasty! The Lamb broth was hearty and delicious in this cold snap Auckland has experienced. The service was friendly and patient (we took longer than would be ideal to order) and they were accomodating in every way. I never usually write reviews but this cafe is definitely worth a visit – not an ideal setting for a first date but a sure winner to take your mates to. Best time to dine: evenings.

We often go there on Friday night, it is not too busy but got a few people. Food is good, desert is good and coffee is good! The only thing is very cram inside, everything I went there I will get sick – may be the air flow is not good enough but i still go back.Might just go back in summer time that I can seat outside rather than inside. it is a good cafe on Ponsonby road.

Great coffee, Great food, Great service. What more could you want?
I have never done a review before, but this place was worth it.
When I’m back up in Auckland, this will be where I’ll be hanging.
Awesome!

I love cafe cezanne, my partner an I go almost every sunday and are never disappointed!
Mike wont have eggs beni anywhere else and I am slowly working my way through the menu…..its all yum!
Awesome staff, great food, just a great place to chill out on a weekend!

Cezanne’s has been my favourite cafe since 1994. Have taken soooo many friends and family there (only because I KNOW that everyone will enjoy themselves!)I first took my niece there in 1995 (she was 5 years old then). We reintroduced her in 2009: now Miss 21 takes her friends there! When friends and family are in NZ, or if meeting with local friends, Cezanne’s is ALWAYS the best pick: and they’ve all agreed! Here’s why: if you’re not happy about something, politely tell the staff and they will endeavour to correct it. Personally, I cannot recall any occasion, during the last 17 years of patronage at Cezannes, where I was unsatisfied with the food or drinks, presentation, or service. The food is fantastic; service is second to none; and I appreciate the attention to detail – especially the special coffees in the evening! Great place for a quick catch-up with friends over coffee, or to take some time for yourself (inspiring environment for writing poetry); lunch and dinner too – I often want something added to the dish and they’ve always catered for me; you have to try the cakes…mmm caramel; and Saturday/Sunday brunches are just as good every other day of the week. So, I’ll leave you with a few words uttered by my many friends and family on their first taste at Cezanne’s, “Oh, it’s so good!”

There’s not enough great words to say about Cafe Cezanne. Having been a loyal and faithful customer of this fine eating establishment since I was 22 (I’m now 36) I hesitate to eat anywhere else -as I’m nearly always disappointed. The Mocha coffee is divine, I’ve eaten nearly EVERYTHING on the menu and it’s all fabulous. The staff are long-standing, the surroundings warm and inviting, cool music, the food always exceptional and the owners are just lovely.

Personal favourites: ***DINNER*** Stuffed chicken breast, Lamb Shanks. ***LUNCH*** Chicken Penne, Cezanne’s Mess, Thai Lamb Salad, Bacon and Mushroom Omelet, Savoury mince on Toast ………. I could go on and on and on….. IT’S ALL GOOD – JUST TRY IT!!!!! Having been there nearly every Sunday in the years you’ve owned it, I’m ashamed to say we’ve never asked your names My hubby and I are proud to be part of the Cezanne’s furniture, long may the FABULOUS food and service continue.

Viva Cafe Cezanne!!!!

Karen and philip XO

We go there for lunch almost every weekend. The food is always good, staff is always friendly and the owner takes time out to talk to his valued customers to make sure they’re happy. We drive from out West to go there. The couple of times we’ve gone elsewhere, we regretted it and told ourselves we should have gone to Cezanne’s! Keep it up guys and see you this weekend!

I have just been to Cafe Cezanne for the first time and I know I will be going back. Great atmosphere and space for sitting and watching the world go by. Good no fuss service too! I only had the Cezanne’s own take on a Caesar but what a great take on a classic. As I said I have no doubt I will be back very soon even if it’s just for that Caesar Salad, but I will definitely be trying some other menu items.

I am always confused when I go to cafe cezanne because the service is so all over the place! About a month ago a friend and I decided to grab brunch (despite being hesitant about previous experiences) she orded a ham cheese and pineapple toastie and a coffee. after eating maybe a quater of her toastie she realised there was no ham in it..and asked the waitress if she could just chuck a piece in, then the owner came over and stated that “she had eaten over half the toastie and he would give her a stamped coffee card for next time, despite the fact that she had paid for ham! he was abrupt, ridiculous and rude…all for the sake of ham! we will never being going back there.

My wife and i had Brunch here recently and found the staff friendly and helpful. The meals we had were great and reasonably priced. Great place to sit outside and enjoy the atmosphere. We will definately be going back.
Gary & Moana

Cafe Cezanne was a disappointment. Service was useless, a miserable waitress kept asking if we wanted drinks, didn’t offer us a drink menu just pointed at the bar when we asked what was available. The food was average at best and kids meals were tiny without even a garnish. Oh, and the table was sticky.

Cafe Cezanne is an excellent place to stop in to eat; relaxed, friendly and with none of the stuffy holier than thou antics you find at other etablishments. We come all the way from Onehunga for the lambs fry which is cooked to perfection. They are one of the few places which understand that scrambled eggs should be fluffy. We have never had a bad meal yet and the chiefs are always willing to cater to your tastes. We love it here.

Thank you Cezanne for being the only sane people that are open at the crazy absurd hour of 11pm *SHOCK HORROR* on a Friday night when I just want to sit, chat and have a coffee with a friend. You guys are awesome, although your eggs benny with salmon made me feel a bit queezy. Also, heaps of improvement on the customer service & coffee from a year ago. Two thumbs up.

I have been here for brunch numerous times and it’s always good. Great service, quick, and the meals are generously sized – you definitely get more bang for your buck! Love the cajun chicken salad and the French toast. Highly recommended.

We had lunch here last Saturday 30/1/2010. As always the food was great – no complaints in that direction. The muffins are even better than I’ve previously had. Coffees excellent. Also the Head Chef was very friendly and asked if everything was OK. Appreciate that.
The one complaint I have is that within 3 minutes 3 tramps stopped and asked a customer for a smoke. He kindly rolled one for this person and gave some tobacco to a second to roll himself. One of these tramps actually made herself at home. Your customers in turn left and she moved to their table and scoffed the leftovers.
In the past we have seen similar behaviour.
Now a full paying customer should not have to sit and look at this happening.
Also the staff and owners have been seen at times smoking at the front tables. Do yourself a favour and stop this habit. Doesn’t look good and you maybe turning away customers. Something worth thinking about in these tough times.

my friend took me there and i ordered one of there breakfast dishes,it was really really yum,and it made you full and the price was really good for the amount they give you. the staff there are so friendly they make you want to go back,overall its the cafe to eat at!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Lovely atmosphere for meetings; staff real friendly!!

I don’t know why this cafe has had such good reviews. i went for brunch on a friend’s recommendation and ordered a scrambled egg dish. When the dish came it was so coated in garlic butter that I actually couldn’t finish it (and I’m not one to turn away food). The service was also extremely sloppy, my friend ordered a second coffee and then forgot about it so we had to remind them, 15 minutes later that it had been ordered. We will not be back.

I highly recommend the melt-in-your-mouth peach & chocolate chip muffins. It was the most delicious muffin that I’ve had for years. It was so light, sweet, and moist, without a trace of the ‘doughy’ flavour that muffins at other places can sometimes have. Yum! A very relaxed, casual atmosphere, with warm friendly staff.

good value food. very friendly, helpful service.

Great place, great atmosphere. Cafe Cezanne has a good selection of food, reasonably priced. The cook breakfasts are great!!

We love Cezanne. Its been an icon in the Auckland cafe scene for 20 years, famous for its excellent coffee (try the chocolate chai too)wide range of wine and beers, great menu with a real variety from Thai to Mexican, mains include salmon and crab stuffed chicked breasts to rich slow cooked lamb shanks. Then there is the cakes .. a huge case of maybe 12 to choose, passionfruit cheescake, chocolate whiskey cake, tiramisu, kahlua cheescake, wheat free orange and coconut … cant remember them all … add yoghurt or cream or ice cream .. or all three. We were told the new owners took over before Christmas and you can see they have already made huge a difference with the same atmosphere but now its sparkling clean and you can feel the upbeat vibe when you walk in, and a happy friendly team of staff who cant do enough for you. Lots of tourists (its in Lonely Planet we were told) and fun locals and this week when we had lunch there was Robin and the guy (sorry for forgetting your name from Outrageous Fortune.

As somone who moved to Auckland and couldnt find anywhere relaxed and not precious for so long its going to be my new haunt for everything from weekend breakfast to coffee and cake after the movies. Oh and bring your puppy too, they have a big waterbowl outside and hes welcome to sit and enjoy the passers-by at any of the outside tables.

This cafe does the best breakfast in Auckland and I eat there every Sunday!

If you like a good feed and like to be full after a meal then this is the place.