Brew'd

About Brew'd

Brew’d Cafe is Invercargill’s earliest opening cafe, situated on the ground floor of The Langlands Hotel with convenient street access directly off Don Street. Designed as a bright, fresh urban spot, it serves as a bustling hub for early morning commuters, hotel guests, and downtown diners looking for artisan coffee and contemporary dining.

The kitchen delivers seasonal breakfast, brunch, and lunch offerings, alongside a well-stocked display cabinet featuring light bites, sweet treats, and quick grab-and-go selections. Partnered with local roaster Mint Roastery, Brew’d prioritises quality regional ingredients, thoughtful preparations, and broad dietary flexibility across its morning and afternoon services. Whether dropping by for an early flat white or sitting down for lunch, the cafe accommodates both dine-in guests and takeaway orders.

Brew’d Cafe: Early Mornings, Mint Roastery Coffee, and Modern Dining on Don Street

Opening its doors before the rest of the city stirs, Brew’d Cafe has established itself as Invercargill’s earliest opening cafe. Situated conveniently on the ground floor of The Langlands Hotel with direct street frontage on Don Street, this modern eatery offers a bright, inviting space designed for early commuters, hotel visitors, and local food enthusiasts alike. Operating from 6:30am on weekdays and 7:00am on weekends, Brew’d caters seamlessly to both fast takeaway routines and relaxed sit-down meals.

At the core of the Brew’d experience is a commitment to quality local partnerships, highlighted by specialty coffee crafted using beans roasted locally by Southland’s own Mint Roastery. Pair that with an extensive counter cabinet featuring morning baking, pastries, and lunch items to go, and it serves as a central hub for the inner-city morning rush.

Seasonal Menus and Modern Cafe Classics

The kitchen at Brew’d steps beyond standard daytime fare with menus that evolve alongside the seasons. Morning diners are greeted with a breakfast and brunch selection running until 11:00am, spanning sweet indulgences like Banoffee Biscoff French Toast and savory creations like the Wagyu Beef Cheek Hash finished with bacon chilli jam, pecorino, and cinnamon hollandaise. Traditional favorites remain well represented, from Eggs Benedict and house Shakshuka to The Langlands’ Big Breakfast featuring gourmet pork sausage, cheesy kransky, and sourdough ciabatta.

Midday transitions smoothly into an expansive lunch service offered from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Highlighting regional seafood and hearty comforting mains, midday staples include Saffron Seafood Chowder loaded with Blue Cod, mussels, shrimp, and salmon, as well as classic beer-battered Blue Cod fish and chips. For burger fans, the menu presents generous plates such as the Double Smashed Beef and Chorizo Burger topped with battered onion rings, and a fiery Nashville Fried Chicken Burger balanced with bacon chilli jam.

A Welcoming Central Gathering Spot

Beyond substantial dining, Brew’d accommodates all visiting arrangements with dedicated menus for younger diners and an easy online ordering portal for quick takeaways. Its central position in the Invercargill CBD, paired with off-street parking adjacent to the building and surrounding street spaces, makes dropping in straightforward. Whether stopping by for an early flat white or gathering for a weekend brunch, Brew’d remains an essential corner of Invercargill's cafe scene.

Signature items

• Wagyu Beef Cheek Hash
• Saffron Seafood Chowder
• Kiwi Classic Fish and Chips
• Banoffee Biscoff French Toast
• Double Smashed Beef and Chorizo Burger

Menu

Lunch

• Double Smashed Beef and Chorizo Burger — Prime beef and chorizo patties, green frilly lettuce, streaky bacon, American burger sauce, gherkins, cheddar, tomato, battered onion rings, and skin on fries
• Kiwi Classic Fish and Chips — Beer battered Blue Cod, rough-cut tartare sauce, sauteed peas, garden salad, and skin on fries
• Nashville Fried Chicken Burger — American cheese, cucumber pickles, slaw, smokey chipotle aioli, bacon chilli jam, and skin on fries
• Wagyu Beef Salad — Marinated grilled wagyu rump, seasoned corn ribs, mixed greens, cilantro avo lime drizzle, chorizo crumbs, chipotle aioli, feta crumble, and buttered smashed gourmet potato
• Saffron Seafood Chowder — Mussels, Blue Cod, shrimp, salmon, sweet corn, crispy shallots, and toasted garlic butter Turkish bread
• Roja Rigatoni Pasta — Creamy ricotta blend with Roja charred vegetable salsa, chorizo crumbs, lemon wild rocket, sundried tomato pesto, and Grana Padano cheese
• Lasagna Sorghum Pasta — Baked with Napolitana sauce, basil pesto oil, wild rocket, charred pepper, and balsamic glaze
• Skin On Fries — Fries served with house-made aioli and tomato sauce

Kids Menu

• Kids Cheese Burger — Beef and chorizo patty, melted cheddar cheese, gherkins, lettuce, American burger sauce, and skin on fries with tomato sauce and house-made aioli
• Fettuccini Napolitana Pasta — Napolitana sauce, pecorino cheese, charred pepper, rocket, balsamic, and basil pesto
• Kids Crumbed Chicken Burger — Crumbed chicken, lettuce, aioli, tomato, melted cheddar, and skin on fries with tomato sauce and house-made aioli
• Kids Basket — Mini hotdogs, chicken nuggets, fish bites, and skin on fries with tomato sauce and house-made aioli

Breakfast Sides

• Streaky Bacon — Four rashers of streaky bacon
• Gourmet Pork Sausages — Two gourmet pork sausages
• Smoked Salmon — Portion of smoked salmon
• Hashbrowns — Three crispy hashbrowns
• Sauteed Thyme Mixed Mushrooms — Mushrooms sauteed with thyme
• Eggs Your Way — Two eggs cooked to preference
• Grilled Balsamic Tomato Halves — Two grilled balsamic tomato halves

Breakfast & Brunch

• The Langlands’ Big Breakfast — Gourmet pork sausage, streaky bacon, cheesy kransky, grilled balsamic tomato, sauteed thyme button mushroom mix, baked beans, hash brown, Italian sourdough ciabatta, and eggs served your way
• Banoffee Biscoff French Toast — Brioche cinnamon vanilla toast, caramelised banana, Biscoff crumbs, double vanilla mascarpone cream, chocolate flakes, caramel drizzle, and maple syrup
• Wagyu Beef Cheek Hash — Poached eggs, bacon chilli jam, lemon wild rocket, onion caviar, shaved pecorino, and cinnamon hollandaise
• Lemon Curd Crepes — Lemon curd, blueberry compote, Biscoff crumbs, double vanilla mascarpone cream, and honey drizzle
• Baked Shakshuka — Spiced tomato, poached eggs, bell pepper, smoked paprika EVOO drizzle, parsley feta crumbs, house lemon labneh, dukkha, and toasted garlic butter Turkish bread
• House-Made Granola — Mango chia pudding, lemon curd coconut yoghurt, blueberry compote, pistachio cream coconut flakes, meringue, honey, and nuts
• Eggs Benedict — English muffin topped with poached eggs, bacon, chorizo crumbs, chives, and house-made hollandaise
• Eggs Royale — English muffin topped with poached eggs, smoked salmon, rocket, onion caviar, dill, and house-made hollandaise
• Mushroom Ricotta Toast — Sautéed mixed mushrooms, toasted ciabatta sourdough, creamy ricotta, sundried tomato pesto, poached eggs, balsamic wild rocket, and grated pecorino
• Eggs on Toast — Two eggs cooked to your liking served on toasted sourdough ciabatta

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours at Brew’d Cafe?

Brew’d is open Monday through Friday from 6:30am to 4:00pm, and Saturday through Sunday from 7:00am to 4:00pm.

What coffee does Brew’d serve?

Brew’d serves specialty coffee made with beans from local supplier Mint Roastery.

What times are breakfast and lunch served?

Breakfast and brunch are served from opening until 11:00am. The lunch and kids menus are available from 11:00am to 3:00pm.

Where is Brew’d Cafe located?

Brew’d is located on the ground floor of The Langlands Hotel with direct access off Don Street in central Invercargill.

Does Brew’d offer options for takeaway?

Yes, the cafe features a fully stocked cabinet for food on the go, counter beverage takeaway, and an online pickup ordering system.

Is there a children's menu available?

Yes, a dedicated kids menu is offered daily between 11:00am and 3:00pm featuring burgers, pasta, and snack baskets.

Tips

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Good to know

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