I have not been for a visit to Killarney Park in many months, so my very recent find of this lovely little quaint french café was a treat I am very thankful for. I arrived on a quite dismal day and was not sure if they were open, but alas they were hooray! A few people were leaving as we arrived with takeaway coffees, and inside two tables of happy diners were chatting away. The music charmed us in with its frenchness, and the friendly waitress asked us to take a seat along the exposed brick wall in the charming eatery. With high exposed wooden ceilings, I could sense that this was perhaps part of the Pumphouse administration before they changed it into a café. The food cabinet although a little empty had some treats such as macaroons, and mini florentines, and also a solo fish pie with delicious french pastry, which my dad enjoyed. From his remarks whilst eating it, he stated that he had eaten in cafes in Paris and this pie was up to scratch, so good to know! They have a lovely variety of savoury and sweet crepes, and my choice this visit was the Catherine Deneuve a crêpe with chocolate sauce and whipped cream. Stunningly scrumptious, very filling, and decorated stylishly. The waitress also mentioned that if my toddler needed it, they could make him a kids sized crêpe. I am sure that when the Pumphouse which is directly next door has a show on, this café would be quite a spot to order a pre or post show coffee and bite to eat. Parking can also be accessed by turning off Killarney street towards the Pumphouse theatre sign, and this will bring you closest to the café. Such a peaceful spot, I love the surrounding Lake Pupuke.
