The General Store Waitomo

We had such a wonderful experience at this café! Even though they were supposed to close soon, the staff kindly allowed my family to stay and wait inside until 7pm because they didn’t join the Waitomo Glowworm Cave tour. It was quite cold outside at that time, so we were really grateful for their warm hospitality. They even gave us extra plates so we could enjoy our own food comfortably after our tour. Their kindness and understanding truly went above and beyond normal service. Highly recommend this place for not just their food and drinks, but also their genuine care and friendliness. Thank you so much for making our evening so pleasant! ❤️

Over all a great place to stop. Nothing bad about it at all. The best bacon and egg pie I've ever had.

Waitomo General Store is a gem in every sense! The food and coffee here are beyond delightful, consistently hitting the mark for taste and quality. Whether it's a hearty meal or a caffeine fix, this store delivers. The staff members are the true stars, providing excellent customer service that makes every visit a pleasure. Their friendly and welcoming demeanor adds to the overall positive atmosphere, creating a sense of warmth that complements the delicious offerings. Waitomo General Store is more than just a convenience stop; it's a culinary haven with a team dedicated to ensuring your experience is not only satisfying but truly exceptional. Highly recommended for food enthusiasts and coffee lovers seeking a memorable and delicious stop in Waitomo.

Absolutely Excellent – A Hidden Gem! Waitomo General Store is truly a standout spot in the area. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with warm smiles and genuine Kiwi hospitality. The staff are incredibly friendly, helpful, and make you feel right at home. The store itself is clean, well-organised, and has a welcoming, cozy vibe. Everything is spotless and well presented – it’s clear they take great pride in their space. Now let’s talk about the food – absolutely delicious! Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or a hearty meal, the food is fresh, well-made, and satisfying. And the real highlight? The coffee. Without a doubt, it’s some of the best I’ve had – smooth, rich, and perfectly brewed every time. A true treat for any coffee lover. Waitomo General Store is more than just a local stop – it's an experience. If you’re passing through or staying nearby, make sure you stop in. You won’t be disappointed

Coffee was great, we ordered pan cakes and scrambled eggs, looks like they were not cooked fully and were soggy

Called in to The General Store Waitomo for breakfast. Service was excellent, kai scrumptious, kāwhe good, smoothie perfect. What a GR8 place to have in Waitomo and right across the road from Waitomo Top10 Holiday Park. Menu for breakfast, lunch & and dinner look great. We'll worth a visit if in the area

Terrific store for Waitomo - great out door seating in the warm sunshine, young friends hard working staff. Their chicken and beef burgers delicious as were their loaded nachos & vegetable frittata. They sell a few items eg detergents, clothing jewellery, snack food, chips aswell, We went there twice for lunch and loved it ! Really lovely people

A simple and good place to stop for a breakfast 🥞 🍳 in a rainy day. Food is good and the price is okay for NZ. I had a bagel 🥯 with bacon 🥓 and cheese 🧀 and a large cappuccino. Liked it.

So glad we stopped here for breakfast on the way to the Glow Worm Caves! The service was so friendly, there was plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, along with take away and full menu breakfast options! We had a breakfast croissant and the Big Brekkie plate along with some iced mochas! All was delicious. Plus you can buy some snacks, drinks, and souvenirs on your way out! The servers also kept bringing out delicious looking pastries like scones and muffins! Everything was nice, clean and well-kept! If you need some food before your day starts, start here!

What a little nice find in Waitomo! Was on my way to i site info center to find info on farm and came across this place w nice patio area w tables and chairs! Basking in nice sunlight on a beautiful weather while travel partner enjoys her caving experience that I was too chicken to try out! I had their lasagna and salad. Lasagna was delicious! Not too fattening taste nor salty but just right. I'm realizing New Zealanders eat much healthier than Americans. Everything in NZ tastes lighter and less sodium.

Beers, pies, sandwiches, fries, pizzas...This is a good spot to stop between cave tours. The guy who runs this place is a sweetheart - I would come back solely to see him again! He was so sweet, and just poured us tasters of what was on tap without us asking to help us make our decisions. We ordered some kumara fries and aioli, and a couple pints, and took advantage of the free wifi to catch up on the goings on back home. This IS a general store though - so if you need to pick up some baked beans, chocolate, or cleaning products - they've got ya covered too! Store is complete with magazines, books, checkers, chess and dominoes. Have fun!

This review is for the cafe, not the small retail area Fairly standard lunch fare here- burgers, sandwiches, salads etc. I had the fish & chips, and unusually the fish was not fried but grilled. The food is fine, but nothing special. Overall, a decent stop if you're in the area but not worth going out of your way for. ~3.75 stars.

Was last here ~3 years ago and now not the same ambiance. Piano and some of the sofas gone, and bit more austere. Service not unfriendly, just kinda indifferent. Ps: wifi not reliable :(

Great food and nice place to hang-out for a while. They advertise wifi, but do not depend on it. They didn't care that their password was not working.