Essence cafe and bar Palmerston North

14/10/2026

☕ We’re Hiring: Duty Manager! 🍹
Essence Cafe & Bar is looking for an energetic, dynamic, and experienced Duty Manager to join our team in Palmy!
If you thrive in a bustling hospitality environment, lead by example, and are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, we’d love to hear from you.

24/09/2026

Fresh flavours are on the way!

Our team has been hard at work creating a new menu that we can’t wait to share with you all. Whether you’re stopping in for a coffee, lunch with friends, or dinner, there’s going to be something special for everyone.

Keep an eye on our page over the next few days for sneak peek!

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01/07/2026

Welcome to Essence Restaurant, Cafe & Bar – where great food, handcrafted drinks, and unforgettable moments come together in the heart of Palmerston North.

Whether you’re catching up over coffee, enjoying a relaxed lunch, celebrating with dinner, or unwinding with cocktails, Essence offers the perfect setting for every occasion.

📍 Palmerston North, New Zealand

30/06/2026

Great food, refreshing drinks and warm hospitality await at Essence Bar & Restaurant in Palmerston North. 🍽️✨

Whether you’re stopping by for breakfast, enjoying lunch with friends, planning a family dinner or catching up over drinks, Essence offers a relaxed local dining experience for every occasion.

Visit us at 186 Rangitikei Street, Palmerston North, and discover your new favourite place to eat, drink and unwind.

28/06/2026

Fresh mussels, rich flavour and perfectly toasted bread made for soaking up every last drop. 🦪✨

Treat yourself to a delicious seafood dining experience at Essence Restaurant, Café & Bar in Palmerston North Central. Perfect for lunch, dinner, date nights, after-work dining or a relaxed weekend catch-up.

📍 186 Rangitikei Street, Palmerston North
📞 Reserve your table: 06 323 4405

22/06/2026

Looking for quality service in Palmerston North? We’re proud to serve the local Palmy and Manawatū community with a friendly experience you can rely on.

Visit us in Palmerston North and see why more locals are choosing us.

📍 Palmerston North, Manawatū

17/06/2026

Smooth, bold and unforgettable our Espresso Martini is made for good drinks and great moments at Essence Restaurant, Cafe & Bar in Palmerston North Central.

Perfect for after-work drinks, weekend catch-ups, date nights or a night out in the city. Visit us at 186 Rangitikei Street, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North 4410 and enjoy a premium cocktail experience with rich coffee flavour and top-shelf spirits.