Kai Whakapai

Kai Whakapai Cafe/bar in central Wanaka offering great coffee, food, service and general fun times

Slow mornings start here
11/09/2026

Slow mornings start here

Best accompanied by a glass of vino 🍷
10/09/2026

Best accompanied by a glass of vino 🍷

Cozy mornings ☕️
07/09/2026

Cozy mornings ☕️

We’re half way through the second season of Kai Fridays and it’s been an absolute blast! It’s always such a treat to see...
24/08/2026

We’re half way through the second season of Kai Fridays and it’s been an absolute blast! It’s always such a treat to see Kai packed with all of your wonderful faces. Some epic prizes have been won - VIP Snow Machine tickets getting snapped up on day one, Rippon gift pack and Mons Royale jacket last week - and a bunch still on the board including an Airmaster Snowboard and Weber BBQ! We’ve had amazing performances from Ronnie Holmes, Tai Forrester, Nick Munday and DJ Simon M with many more to come. Catch you at Kai Fridays 🪩🍻

Not your regular Hot Choc 🍫 Ours come generously topped with crumbled flake that starts melting before you've even been ...
21/08/2026

Not your regular Hot Choc 🍫 Ours come generously topped with crumbled flake that starts melting before you've even been able to take a sip.

Cheers to good mates catching up over good kai📸
19/08/2026

Cheers to good mates catching up over good kai

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Our Crispy Lamb Salad has always been a winner. Served with roasted seasonal vege, feta whip, mint and toasted seeds. Op...
15/08/2026

Our Crispy Lamb Salad has always been a winner. Served with roasted seasonal vege, feta whip, mint and toasted seeds. Option to swap the lamb for tofu for a delicious vegetarian alternative.

09/08/2026

After decades on the tools, we've got the hang of pouring shots no matter the circumstances.

Eggs Benny. A kiwi classic for a reason.
08/08/2026

Eggs Benny. A kiwi classic for a reason.

Kai Whakapai is on the lookout for some hospo legends to jump in with us for the rest of winter, and through summer. - S...
06/08/2026

Kai Whakapai is on the lookout for some hospo legends to jump in with us for the rest of winter, and through summer.
- Sous Chef
- Baker / Prep Chef
- Casual Waiter - short term role

We’re the local’s go-to spot, that corner hub with a steady flow of people and a team who genuinely loves showing up (no exaggeration). Fresh and locally sourced ingredients, ice cold craft beers and coffee that’s dialed perfectly.

Why you'll love being part of Kai:
⭐️ Monthly team bonus opportunity
🥗 Tasty rotating staff meals
☕️ Endless caffeine - handle with care
🍺 A well-earned staff beverage

If you, or someone you’d recommend, wants to join an epic team, meet the locals, and grow your hospo skills in a buzzing environment, head to kaiwhakapai.nz and hit “Work at Kai” to apply through our HR platform.

You’ll need to be able to stick around for summer, and we can’t offer sponsorship.

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Address

Cnr Helwick And Ardmore Street
Wanaka
9305

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 11pm
Tuesday 7am - 11pm
Wednesday 7am - 11pm
Thursday 7am - 11pm
Friday 7am - 11pm
Saturday 7am - 11pm
Sunday 7am - 11pm

Telephone

+6434437795

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