In May 2016, we were given the opportunity to take over a small local café.
Like many family businesses, we started with long days, early mornings, and a lot of hard work. We weren't trying to build something big — we simply wanted to create a place where people could enjoy great coffee, homemade food, and friendly service.
Over the years, Local Café became part of the daily routine for many people in our community. Some customers stop by every morning for their coffee. Others have celebrated birthdays, family milestones, and special moments with us. Many familiar faces have become friends.
In 2021, thanks to the support of our loyal customers, we were able to expand the café and create more space for the community we love serving.
Today, while the café has grown and evolved, our values remain the same. We continue to focus on quality coffee, fresh homemade food, and creating a welcoming place where everyone feels at home.
Looking back, we are incredibly grateful for every customer who has supported us along the way. Your support has allowed a small local café to continue growing and serving the community year after year.
Thank you for being part of our journey.
Jimmy & Alissa
Alongside our café favourites and all-day breakfast menu, we're proud to share a selection of authentic Vietnamese dishes inspired by our heritage and family traditions.
Vietnamese cuisine is known for its balance of fresh herbs, vibrant flavours, and wholesome ingredients. Our Vietnamese menu brings together traditional recipes and local produce, offering something a little different for those looking to explore beyond the classic café experience.
From our crispy homemade spring rolls and Hanoi-style Bun Cha to the popular Bún Nem and Vietnamese Breakfast Bánh Mì Chảo, each dish is prepared with care and packed with the flavours that make Vietnamese food loved around the world.
Whether you're already familiar with Vietnamese cuisine or trying it for the first time, we invite you to discover these family-inspired dishes and enjoy a taste of Vietnam right here at Local Café.
Since 1997, Chiasso Coffee Roasters has been roasting exceptional coffee in Auckland.
Their family-run approach, dedication to quality, and focus on freshness align perfectly with our philosophy.
Every cup at Local Cafe is crafted using freshly roasted Chiasso beans, delivering rich flavour, balance, and consistency in every sip.
Chiasso Coffee Roasters is a family-owned business based in Devonport, Auckland. We've spent more than 25 years refining what it means to roast great coffee in New Zealand — and we're still at it.
We're not a big corporation. We're not chasing volume. We're here because we genuinely love great coffee and want more people in New Zealand to experience it.
Every bag that leaves our roastery is the product of all of our experience; freshly roasted and ready for you to enjoy.
They meticulously source only the best green beans from the world's foremost coffee growing regions — nothing gets roasted here unless it earns its place.
From there, every batch is roasted on our custom-built roaster, handmade to our specifications in Ochiobello, Italy.
Nothing is rushed. We take as long as it takes to get every roast exactly right.
Our Dolce and Pascolo blends are Biogro Organic Certified — the most recognised organic accreditation in New Zealand. Anyone can claim organic (and plenty do). We went and got certified to prove it.
They've learned a lot. How different origins behave in the drum. How small adjustments in time and temperature shape what ends up in your cup. That knowledge comes from showing up every day and caring about the result.
We are proud to be part of the Manly community and grateful for the support of our customers every day.