Cafe Jacko is a cafe at 8 George Street in central Palmerston North, rated 4.7 on Google from 1174 reviews. Its website gives the address and a phone number, +64 6 359 3303, and little else, so call ahead for hours and the menu.
A good cafe gets the basics right: coffee made carefully, food cooked to order and a room where you can sit comfortably. A short, seasonal menu often points to a kitchen that cooks its own food, and a cabinet of fresh baking is a good sign. Regulars know the busiest times are weekday mornings and weekend brunch, so go a little earlier or later if you want a table without waiting. If you have dietary needs, ask staff, since most cafes can adjust a dish if they know in advance. A flat white or a long black is the simplest way to judge the coffee.
For a coffee or a bite in central Palmerston North, Cafe Jacko is a very well-rated option on George Street.