Kind Stranger is a cafe at 66 New N Rd in Eden Terrace, Auckland, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 115 reviews. Customers often mention the flat whites, the cabinet food and the calm, welcoming service.
A good city cafe is judged first on its coffee, with a flat white that is balanced and milk that is silky. The cabinet food matters too, since many regulars come back for a favourite croissant or a quiche. Vegan treats and cookies are now a common part of a well-run cafe menu, so a varied cabinet suits mixed groups. Choosing one often comes down to how well the staff handle busy periods and large orders.
For a flat white and a croissant near the Eden Terrace end of New North Road, it is a well-reviewed cafe to try.