Franklin Brew & Bites Cafe is a cafe at 132D Manukau Road in Pukekohe, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 100 reviews. Reviewers mention the scones, the corn fritters, the almond croissants and the toasted bagels, and say the cafe is clean and bright.
A good cafe is judged on coffee that is consistent and breakfast dishes that come out hot and fresh. Corn fritters and eggs benedict are a useful test of the kitchen, since both need careful timing. Cabinet baking is best early in the morning, when croissants and scones are at their freshest. When you choose a cafe for brunch, look for a menu that suits both a quick coffee and a longer breakfast, and staff who can help with kids' meals.
For brunch, a flat white or a cabinet bake on Manukau Road in Pukekohe, this bright cafe is a good place to start the day.