Flour Mill Cafe

cafe — Epsom · Auckland

About Flour Mill Cafe

Flour Mill Cafe is a cosy, casual café at 409a Manukau Road in Epsom, Auckland, known for a relaxed brunch atmosphere and a wide-ranging cabinet and breakfast menu. Standouts include a French Toast that's crisp outside and fluffy inside, fresh flaky scones served with cream and jam, and a rich, velvety creamy mushroom dish served with toast or a side salad.

The café is set up for a range of visits, from a quick solo coffee to a full weekend brunch, with wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and seating, a restroom, and both free parking lot and street parking available. It's popular for breakfast, lunch and solo dining, with a cosy, boutique feel that guests note can get cramped when busy — particularly on Sunday mornings.

Flour Mill Cafe offers outdoor seating, takeout, dine-in and delivery, is good for kids, and accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments.

Flour Mill Cafe: A Cosy Brunch Spot in Epsom

Tucked into 409a Manukau Road in Epsom, Flour Mill Cafe has built a loyal following as a cosy, casual spot for coffee and cafe-style meals. Known for its warm atmosphere and friendly service, it's the kind of place regulars describe as tiny, cute and instantly welcoming.

Breakfast and Brunch

The menu leans heavily into brunch, with the Super Loaded Halloumi Stack, Toasted Bagel, Avo Croissant Deux, Free Range Egg On Toast, Chilli Scramble and Bacon & Egg On Toast all singled out as recommended dishes. Beyond these, the breakfast list runs deep — an Egg Benedict, a Cheesy Salmon Omelette, Brioche French Toast that's crisp outside and fluffy inside, and the café's own Flour Mill Breakfast. The Creamy Mushroom On Toast is another standout, featuring rich, velvety sautéed mushrooms in a savoury sauce. Fresh, flaky scones, often served with cream and jam, round out the cabinet offering.

Lunch and Beyond

Past breakfast hours, the lunch menu covers a BLT, a Gourmet Beef Burger, a Chicken Avocado Salad and a Fettuccini Carbonara that guests have praised for its distinctive twist on the classic. A longer list of other menu items — from a Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich to Vegan Chilli and a Cobb Salad — adds further variety beyond the core breakfast and lunch boards.

Coffee, Smoothies and More

Flour Mill Cafe runs a full hot and iced drinks menu, from the classic espresso range through to a Turmeric Latte and Sweet Chai Latte, alongside frappes, smoothies like the Green Goddess and Mango Passion, and a dedicated kids menu with a toastie, egg on toast, and chicken nuggets with fries.

The Experience

Guests describe Flour Mill Cafe as a boutique space — great for a solo visit or a quiet chat, though it can feel close quarters when busy, particularly on Sunday mornings. The café plays soft, relaxing music, and reviewers consistently praise the quality of the cabinet food and the friendliness of the staff, alongside quick service even during busy periods.

Practical Details

Flour Mill Cafe offers outdoor seating, takeout, dine-in and delivery, and is set up to be accessible, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot and seating, plus a restroom. Free parking is available both in a lot and on the street, and the café accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. It's noted as good for kids, making it a workable option for families as well as solo diners.

Visiting

Flour Mill Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 7am to 3pm, and weekends from 8am to 3pm, at 409a Manukau Road, Epsom. It remains a beloved local spot for anyone after quality coffee and cafe-style food in a relaxed, cosy setting.

Signature items

  • Super Loaded Halloumi Stack
  • Toasted Bagel
  • Avo Croissant Deux
  • Free Range Egg On Toast
  • Chilli Scramble
  • Creamy Mushroom On Toast

Menu

Lunch

  • BLT — Lunch menu option.
  • Gourmet Beef Burger — Lunch menu option.
  • Chicken Avocado Salad — Lunch menu option.
  • Grilled Chicken Burger — Lunch menu option.
  • Beef Lemongrass Salad — Lunch menu option.
  • Chicken Melt — Lunch menu option.
  • Fettuccini Carbonara — Lunch menu option, noted by a guest for its distinctive flavour.
  • Corn Fritter — Lunch menu option.

Breakfast

  • Super Loaded Halloumi Stack — A recommended breakfast dish at Flour Mill Cafe.
  • Toasted Bagel — A recommended breakfast option.
  • Avo Croissant Deux — A recommended breakfast option.
  • Free Range Egg On Toast — A recommended breakfast option.
  • Chilli Scramble — A recommended breakfast option.
  • Bacon & Egg On Toast — A recommended breakfast option.
  • Mince On Toast — Breakfast menu option.
  • Porridge — Breakfast menu option.
  • Egg Benedict — Breakfast menu option.
  • Omelette — Breakfast menu option.
  • Cheesy Salmon Omelette — Breakfast menu option.
  • Creamy Mushroom On Toast — Rich, velvety sautéed mushrooms in a savoury sauce, served with toast.
  • The Vege Breakfast — Breakfast menu option.
  • Brioche French Toast — French toast served on brioche, crisp outside and fluffy inside.
  • Chorizo & Spud Crush — Breakfast menu option.
  • Scrambled Eggs Smoked Salmon — Breakfast menu option.
  • Avo Smash — Breakfast menu option.
  • Flour Mill Breakfast — The café's namesake big breakfast.
  • Homemade Hash Cakes — Breakfast menu option.
  • Scones — Fresh and flaky, often served with cream and jam.

Kids Meal

  • Toastie — Kids menu option.
  • Egg With Toast — Kids menu option.
  • Chicken Nugget With Fries And Aioli — Kids menu option.

Hot Beverages

  • Latte — Hot coffee.
  • Flat White — Hot coffee.
  • Cappuccino — Hot coffee.
  • Mochaccino — Hot coffee.
  • Long Black — Hot coffee.
  • Americano — Hot coffee.
  • Macchiato — Hot coffee.
  • Espresso — Hot coffee.
  • Sweet Chai Latte — Hot beverage.
  • Turmeric Latte — Hot beverage.
  • Hot Chocolate — Hot beverage.

Iced Beverages

  • Iced Americano — Iced coffee.
  • Iced Latte — Iced coffee.
  • Iced Chocolate — Iced beverage.
  • Iced Mocha — Iced coffee.
  • Iced Chai — Iced beverage.
  • Iced Matcha — Iced beverage.

Other Menu Items

  • Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich — Menu option.
  • Macaroni & Cheese — Menu option.
  • Buttermilk Chicken Burger — Menu option.
  • French Onion Soup — Menu option.
  • Vegan Chilli — Menu option.
  • Strawberry And Rhubarb Shortcake — Dessert option.
  • Brownie Pie — Dessert option.
  • Buttermilk French Toast — Menu option.
  • Skillet Mac N Cheese — Menu option.
  • Turkey And Bacon Sandwich — Menu option.
  • Cobb Salad — Menu option.

Frappe & Smoothies

  • Coffee Frappe — Frappe option.
  • Vanilla Frappe — Frappe option.
  • Mango Passion Smoothie — Smoothie option.
  • Green Goddess Smoothie — Smoothie option.
  • Berry Smoothie — Smoothie option.
  • Bounty Smoothie — Smoothie option.

Something On The Side

  • Bacon — Side option.
  • Mushrooms — Side option.
  • Hashbrowns — Side option.
  • Smoked Salmon — Side option.
  • Free Range Eggs — Side option.
  • Gluten Free Bread — Side option.
  • Fries With Aioli And Tomato Sauce — Side option.

Frequently asked questions

What are Flour Mill Cafe's opening hours?
Monday to Friday, 7am to 3pm, and weekends 8am to 3pm.
Where is Flour Mill Cafe located?
409a Manukau Road, Epsom, Auckland 1023.
Is Flour Mill Cafe accessible?
Yes, it has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot and seating.
Is there parking available?
Yes, both a free parking lot and free street parking.
Does Flour Mill Cafe have a kids menu?
Yes, including a toastie, egg with toast, and chicken nuggets with fries and aioli.
What are the recommended dishes?
The Super Loaded Halloumi Stack, Toasted Bagel, Avo Croissant Deux, Free Range Egg On Toast, Chilli Scramble and Bacon & Egg On Toast.
Does Flour Mill Cafe have vegan options?
Yes, including a Vegan Chilli on the menu.

Tips

  • {"body":"One of the café's own recommended dishes.","title":"Try the Super Loaded Halloumi Stack"}
  • {"body":"Sunday mornings get busy, and the boutique space can feel close quarters when full.","title":"Visit on a weekday for a quieter table"}
  • {"body":"Guests consistently praise the cabinet, including fresh scones.","title":"Save room for the cabinet food"}
  • {"body":"A rich, velvety dish praised as a comforting option.","title":"Try the Creamy Mushroom On Toast"}

Good to know

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