Nichol's Garden & Pet Center & Cafe in Waikiwi combines a gift shop, garden centre and cafe, known for roses, a herbs section and homemade cakes and slices. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly, knowledgeable and efficient staff, good solid breakfast and lunch choices, and a pleasant, always busy atmosphere. The cafe is noted as accommodating for special dietary requirements, including free range eggs cooked beautifully in butter.