Serendipity is out on Pakowhai Road in Frimley, right where the houses give way to orchards. Inside it’s red walls, timber rafters and blackboards. Outside there’s a sheltered courtyard for the sunny days.
Brunch, lunch and coffee, Tuesday to Sunday.
“A very cool little cafe with indoor outdoor atmosphere. Love it.”
keita r., Google review
Parking
On site
Eat
Inside, outside or takeaway
Access
Wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating and toilet
The custard square (which isn’t square)
“The homemade custard square which isn’t square must be the most sold item.”
Steve B., Google review
“Their custard squares are the stuff of legend—properly creamy, with that perfect flaky pastry.”
J K, Google review
“The custard squares are to die for.”
Christine L., Google review
74Google reviews mention the custard slice.
36mention custard squares.
The real one, photographed by Peter S.: “I went for the world famous custard square, but also had the lamb burger. Both were worth the visit.”
Brunch, lunch or coffee
That’s how the café puts it. The full menu lives on the blackboards inside; these are the dishes guests photograph and write about most.
Brunch
Eggs benedict
“I went for the classic egg’s bene and it was delicious!” Alice H.
Smashed avocado
“Avo smash Mmmmm” keita r.
Big breakfastPancakes
Lunch
Lamb burger
“…also had the lamb burger. Both were worth the visit.” Peter S.
Chicken sandwich
Shows up again and again in guests’ photos on Google.
“This was a great find for us. Off the beaten path but cool location. Lots of room. Fresh ingredients and everything tasted great. I love custard squares and their's was exceptional.”
Brian H.
Google review ★★★★★Serendipity Café1412 Pakowhai RoadFrimley, Hastings
Five stars.
“Wow!! The food is awesome, a great variety at good prices. The custard squares are to die for. On site parking. The whole place had a great atmosphere. Eating can be inside or outside.”
Christine L.
Google review ★★★★★Serendipity Café1412 Pakowhai RoadFrimley, Hastings
Five stars.
“Great place! We went for breakfast and it was so good! Staff were lovely food was delicious and coffee was soooo good!”
Anthony F.
Google review ★★★★★Serendipity Café1412 Pakowhai RoadFrimley, Hastings
Five stars.
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Hours
8:30 am to 3 pm, Tuesday to Sunday. Closed Mondays. The kitchen closes at 2 pm.
Map: the café is on the north side of Pakowhai Road, just east of the roundabout where Evenden Road meets Pakowhai Road. Orchard blocks fill the land to the north; Frimley’s streets are to the south-west.
