Dune Cafe is a community cafe on the corner of Bridge Street and Estuary Road, 51 Bridge Street in New Brighton, Christchurch. It is connected to the Bridge Hub community centre, and it is a place where regulars chat across the tables. The sunny courtyard has bike parking, dog bowls and a children's play area, and the beach is a few blocks away. Inside, there is rattan furniture, plants, vintage couches and local artwork.
Almost everything on the menu and in the cabinet is made by hand on site, apart from some breads from Bellbird Bakery. Scones, cakes, scrolls and cookies sit alongside savoury food, a brunch menu and a changing lunch specials board. Dune gives a discount to customers who bring their own takeaway container, and it passes leftover food to the local food bank. It is vegan and vegetarian friendly, gluten free friendly, and free WiFi is available. Our pick in New Brighton for a relaxed brunch by the beach.