Arthurs Pass Cafe & Stores

Food is reasonable, was disappointed at the lack of effort made to stop kea from eating food and plastic from tables outside (either a sign to bring in your tray yourself or better clearing by staff would make a big difference).

Nice place to stop in if you're going through the pass! Enjoyed both the food and drinks :)

We stopped in here on our Christmas road trip. It was insanely busy and the wait was too long for a coffee! I brought some cold drinks from their fridge instead. The lady who served me was very rushed and rude - I understand they were busy but customer service is so important regardless of how busy you are.

Great store. Very clean and neat. A must stop for the food and the shop next to it. Customer service is great too.

Used to be good and have been a regular customer for many years when in the area but recently with new ownership they have opted to be rid of the grocery shop - a necessity for many locals and passers through - and replaced it with a tourist souvenir shop. I think this is a huge mistake as many people in the area can happily purchase something from the DOC information office if they wanted to, whereas a lot of business was to be had from people needing essentials and food on road trips/camping/tramping trips - especially those hiking long distance where Arthur's Pass is an essential pick up stop. I recommend for something hot to eat however as the menu is quite full of choices to be served up. Can get quite busy at peak traffic times.