Dripping Bowl

About Dripping Bowl

Dripping Bowl is a Wānaka whole-foods kitchen founded in 2017 by Evelyn and Jesse, established on a humble gravel lot before growing into its current home on Anderson Road. The kitchen focuses on fast, approachable, seasonal whole foods rooted in traditional preparation methods and sourced from local suppliers.

The menu centers around nourishing buddha bowls with hot and cold options, vibrant smoothie bowls, seasonal soups, housemade bone broth, and freshly baked gluten-free treats. Paired with Common Ground espresso, specialty tonics, and cold-pressed juices, it offers a welcoming stop for wholesome fuel in town.

Fast, Wholesome Nutrition in Wānaka: The Story of Dripping Bowl

Established in 2017 by co-owners Evelyn and Jesse, Dripping Bowl emerged from a shared vision to bring accessible, nourishing whole foods to everyday life in Wānaka. Starting out from a humble food truck stationed on a gravel patch in downtown Wānaka, the founders brought together their combined backgrounds in farming, business, cheffing, and hospitality to reimagine casual dining.

From day one, the core philosophy has stayed constant: pure abundance, seasonal ingredients, and supporting local suppliers. As the venture evolved into its location at 82 Anderson Road, Dripping Bowl has remained grounded in traditional preparation methods while proving that healthy, nutrient-dense food can also be fast and uncomplicated.

Wholesome Bowls and Seasonal Warmers

The kitchen's signature offerings revolve around hearty buddha bowls that provide hot and cold options throughout every season. Guests looking for cool, vibrant fuel gravitate toward the colorful smoothie bowls, blended thick and garnished with crunchy granola, coconut flakes, and cacao nibs.

When cooler alpine temperatures arrive, the menu shifts into hearty comfort mode. Slow-simmered bone broth and rotating seasonal soups make their appearance alongside hearty dishes like housemade dahl and savory chili topped with cilantro, pink pickled onions, and served with buttered sourdough bread.

Coffee, Tonics, and Gluten-Free Baking

Beyond bowls, Dripping Bowl is an everyday stop for morning drinks and counter treats. Coffee is brewed using beans from local roaster Common Ground, complemented by hot specialty tonics and cold-pressed juices pressed fresh.

The counter display features daily gluten-free baking made fresh on-site, including protein cookies and their popular cheese scones. Whether stopping by for a takeaway lunch on a workday or lingering over juice on the weekend, Dripping Bowl offers honest, energizing nourishment crafted with care.

Signature items

• Buddha Bowls
• Smoothie Bowls
• Housemade Dahl
• Gluten-Free Cheese Scone
• Cold Pressed Juice
• Bone Broth

Menu

Bakery

• Cheese Scones — Freshly baked savory cheese scones made gluten-free
• Gluten-Free Baked Scones — Fresh scone selections baked daily without gluten
• Protein Cookies — Wholesome house-baked protein cookies

Drinks

• Cold Pressed Juices — Nutrient-packed cold-pressed fresh juices
• Common Ground Espresso — Espresso coffee brewed with beans from Common Ground
• Speciality Tonics — House-crafted specialty wellness tonics
• Smoothies — Fresh blended fruit and whole food smoothies

Bowls & Mains

• Buddha Bowls — Signature hot and cold nutrient-dense whole food bowls with seasonal ingredients
• Smoothie Bowls — House-blended smoothie bowls topped with ingredients like cacao nibs, coconut flakes, and granola
• Chili Bowl — Warm savory chili served topped with fresh cilantro and pink pickled onions, accompanied by buttered sourdough
• Housemade Dahl — Comforting spiced lentil dahl served warm with toasted sourdough
• Seasonal Soups — Rotating seasonal soups made from scratch to warm up during cooler months
• Bone Broth — Slow-simmered, nourishing traditional bone broth

Frequently asked questions

Where is Dripping Bowl located?

You can find Dripping Bowl at 82 Anderson Road in Wānaka.

What kind of food does Dripping Bowl serve?

They specialize in healthy whole foods including buddha bowls, smoothie bowls, soups, bone broth, chili, gluten-free baking, and cold-pressed juices.

Are there gluten-free food options available?

Yes, Dripping Bowl bakes fresh gluten-free goods daily, including gluten-free cheese scones and protein cookies.

What coffee do they brew?

They brew espresso drinks using Common Ground coffee beans.

What are Dripping Bowl's opening hours?

They are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Do opening hours change during public holidays?

Yes, visitors are advised to check their Google listing or Instagram page for holiday opening hours.

How can I contact Dripping Bowl for catering or general inquiries?

You can call them at 020 111 1556 or email [email protected].

Tips

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Good to know

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