What Others Are Saying

"What a beautiful & unique experience. I was absolutely blown away by the taste of the food; everything was so fresh and flavorsome. It's such a beautiful location, where you feel connected to nature, and get to enjoy the beautiful scenery of native forestry. The owners were fantastic, making sure we we're comfy and everything was good. I had the Toast of the day which was such a beautiful mix of flavors (pulled pork with grapefruit and apricot) and OH MY GOODNESS, it was divine..."

Amelia
"A delightful cafe with a lovely range of menu choices and great selection of counter pastries and sweet treats. The scones are delicious! Lots of beautiful preserves, jams, pastes and more to buy - so fresh looking and vibrant colours. We'll definitely be going back to this lovely cafe in it's surprise hideaway location in Portobello. I definitely recommend to others."

Alison
“Congratulations. The brunch we had today was better than anything we have eaten in Dunedin. Fresh, delicious and beautifully presented. And the pastries were mouth-watering.”

Anna
“Amazing hosts, with a unique and inviting atmosphere, we really enjoyed our visit and can't wait to come back! We ordered a range of open sandwiches, which were a delicious introduction to Augustines preserves, as well as the chocolate brownies, a perfect accompaniment to their equally perfect coffee."

Jono
“Amazing meals, great coffee and wonderful service in the most stunning setting. We underbooked for our party but Jana was incredibly accommodating. No fuss, no worries. Everyone was blown away with their meals.”

Andy
"Just what we need away from the city. What a perfect spot. Very quiet and peaceful in the middle of nature. Scrumptious food big portions love everything about this place. Well done and keep up the amazing work 👌"

Cta
“Such a lovely spot and everything we ordered was amazing! We’ve been twice in the two days they’ve been open and we will be back for many more pastries. A must-visit on the peninsula!”

Liv
"Fabulous food, fabulous people, and the garden surrounds are stunning. Thank you so much, the meze platter was just delicious."

Kate
"Lovely setting and great food. We had lunch here while waiting for our harbour ferry from Portobello to Port Chalmers as part of the harbour cycle trail. "

Damon
"What a gem to have on the peninsula! Lovely setting, beautiful fresh and unique dishes… the pastries look amazing & must try next time! I was told that if you’re happy sitting outside in the various cosy seating areas, there’s no need to book for coffee, pastries & cakes 😋"

Hannah
"This is our second visit and it was again a great breakfast. We had the braised pork and fennel and sirloin ham with poached eggs. All was delicious and we sat watching bellbirds and Tui feeding. Thank you"

Henrica
"Wow, what a beautiful gem and treasure to head along to. The food, service and atmosphere is outstanding. So many options and reasons to pop in for a coffee, purchase some spectacular preserves or book in for meal. While you are there take a wonder up the wild path and experience nature. Whatever you decide on, the experience is unique, fun and relaxing."

Viviene
"Excited to see how much this innovative young couple will thrive in such a beautiful environment. Our lunch with family including children was perfect. A small but thoughtful menu. We loved the light airy atmosphere and were lucky enough to have beautiful weather. Thanks team. Well done"

Michelle
"Augustine’s of Portobello is something truly special. From the moment you walk in, you can feel there’s more to this space than just coffee and food ....there’s heart, soul, and a beautiful story behind it all. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and effortlessly stylish, with thoughtful touches everywhere you look. The food is vibrant and full of flavour clearly made with care and creativity. And the coffee? Absolutely top-tier."

Sarah
"Amazing and honest food, perfect coffee, friendly service and calming secluded space and a great reason to take a scenic drive down the Peninsula - the perfect start to a Sunday - looking forward to the next visit already"

Emma
"What an amazing wee spot. Tucked away in Portobello, it's well worth the 30 min drive from Dunedin CBD. The menu is small but the food is fabulous. The bakery treats are just as good, and we also couldn't leave without grabbing some jars of preserves to take back home. Make sure you book. It's deservedly popular on the weekend and you don't want to go all that way and miss out. Highly recommended, and I hope they're still there the next time we're down this way."

Sam
"It’s the day after our Chefs choice dinner & we are still salivating thinking of the most delicious food we were fortunate to enjoy. Best quality, appetising presentation, ample quantities! Simply said it was yum, so yummy… the exclamations of enjoyment at our table was testimony to Gus’s expertise. Loved our ‘servers’ relaxed & professional friendly approach. Thank you all."

Lyn

Otago Peninsula’s “Hidden Gem” Augustines of Portobello Farmstore & Kitchen

Friday - Sunday from 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Nestled in the native bush at the foot of Hereweka/Harbour Cone, our Farmstore and Kitchen offer a unique culinary experience, providing visitors an opportunity to discover our famous Augustines flavours set amongst the pristine natural beauty of the Otago Peninsula.

At Augustines of Portobello, we invite you to reconnect with nature and rediscover the beauty of simplicity. Taste our latest preserves fresh from the Augustines kitchen, explore seasonal cooking, or simply take a break from your busy life.

Augustines of Portobello Menu

Our menu evolves with the seasons, offering a curated selection of 5-6 dishes for breakfast, brunch, and lunch. We cater to gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free preferences, though, unfortunately, we’re unable to accommodate coeliacs. You’ll always find fresh sandwiches, fruit cakes, and pastries ready to enjoy. Stop by and explore what’s on offer! Please note, we won’t post a menu on our website as it’s changing every week.

Augustines of Portobello Parking

Our carpark is a 5-minute walk through the gardens to the Farmstore & Kitchen. For easy access, an accessible car park is available behind the kitchen, providing direct entry to Augustines of Portobello.

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Farmstore sign of Augustines of Portobello

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About Augustines of Portobello

Part farm, part cafe, and part family home, Augustines of Portobello is run by Gus Hayden and Jana Reulecke. Gus and Jana moved from Wānaka to Portobello in 2022 to build a life and a new business on Fat Weka Farm, where Gus’s parents, Jeannie and Peter, had moved a decade earlier.

Having spent years working out of rented commercial kitchens, preparing and preserving the best of Central Otago’s produce, Gus finally had a permanent base for the Augustines brand, and so a new name was born: Augustines of Portobello.

Here, on the farm, Gus and Jana now grow much of the produce for the award-winning Augustines range, from thick, branching rhubarb and fresh blackcurrants to heritage apples. Working with the seasons and the ever-changing Dunedin weather, Augustines of Portobello presents an opportunity to get back to nature and indulge in fresh, farm-to-table food and locally-grown produce only 20 minutes from the Dunedin CBD.

“Congratulations. The brunch we had today was better than anything we have eaten in Dunedin. Fresh, delicious and beautifully presented. And the pastries were mouth-watering.”

“Amazing meals, great coffee and wonderful service in the most stunning setting. We underbooked for our party but Jana was incredibly accommodating. No fuss, no worries. Everyone was blown away with their meals.”

"Just what we need away from the city. What a perfect spot. Very quiet and peaceful in the middle of nature. Scrumptious food big portions love everything about this place. Well done and keep up the amazing work 👌"

“Such a lovely spot and everything we ordered was amazing! We’ve been twice in the two days they’ve been open and we will be back for many more pastries. A must-visit on the peninsula!”

"Fabulous food, fabulous people, and the garden surrounds are stunning. Thank you so much, the meze platter was just delicious."

"Lovely setting and great food. We had lunch here while waiting for our harbour ferry from Portobello to Port Chalmers as part of the harbour cycle trail. "

"What a gem to have on the peninsula! Lovely setting, beautiful fresh and unique dishes… the pastries look amazing & must try next time! I was told that if you’re happy sitting outside in the various cosy seating areas, there’s no need to book for coffee, pastries & cakes 😋"

"This is our second visit and it was again a great breakfast. We had the braised pork and fennel and sirloin ham with poached eggs. All was delicious and we sat watching bellbirds and Tui feeding. Thank you"

"Excited to see how much this innovative young couple will thrive in such a beautiful environment. Our lunch with family including children was perfect. A small but thoughtful menu. We loved the light airy atmosphere and were lucky enough to have beautiful weather. Thanks team. Well done"

"Amazing and honest food, perfect coffee, friendly service and calming secluded space and a great reason to take a scenic drive down the Peninsula - the perfect start to a Sunday - looking forward to the next visit already"