Suburban Rascal

53 Caulfield Avenue, Halswell, Christchurch 8025, New Zealand
+64 3 925 9894
$$$ Cafe
(175 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

If you're in Christchurch and looking to enjoy a delightful café experience, make sure to visit Suburban Rascal, located at 53 Caulfield Avenue, Halswell. This charming café is not just a spot for a caffeine fix; it’s a haven for food lovers and a gathering place for the local community.

Suburban Rascal beckons with its vibrant and inviting atmosphere, perfect for catching up with friends or indulging in some well-deserved “me-time.” The café is adorned with a modern yet cozy décor, making it feel like a home away from home. Customers rave about the soothing background music, which perfectly complements the relaxing ambiance, allowing you to unwind as you sip your coffee.

When it comes to the menu, the offerings truly shine. With an impressive focus on fresh and locally sourced ingredients, you can expect beautifully curated and presented dishes that awaken the senses. One popular favorite is the breakfast bun featuring carefully chosen bacon that stands out—crispy, flavorful, and just the right amount of indulgent. Another delightful surprise is their grilled salmon on a bagel, which one patron described as unexpectedly delicious, especially with the addition of capers enhancing its richness. For those with a sweet tooth, the custard square is a must-try, providing a modest yet satisfying end to your meal.

While the flavors are exceptional, customer experiences add an important layer to what Suburban Rascal has to offer. A patron named Kiah Bhogal expressed her love for the meals, highlighting the freshness of ingredients and the café's all-female team, which showcases a commitment to empowering local talent. Miki Ferris, another satisfied customer, appreciated the dog-friendly policy, ensuring that your furry friends are welcome while you indulge in delicious food and coffee. It’s these personal touches that elevate the experience, making every visit feel unique and special.

However, not all reviews are flawless—some feedback has pointed to the preparation of poached eggs, with one customer wishing they were runny instead of hard-boiled. This kind of constructive criticism indicates that Suburban Rascal is continually striving to refine their menu and offer an exceptional dining experience.

Whether you’re a local or just passing through, make sure to check out Suburban Rascal for an exquisite café experience filled with delightful dishes, warm atmosphere, and attentive service. It’s more than just a café; it’s an integral part of the Halswell community.

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Saturday

08:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Sunday

08:00 AM - 03:00 PM

175 Reviews
Shermane Yosores

25 Sep 2025

Good food just wish poached eggs were ... um, not hard boiled. You know ... runny. That would have been perfect.

Ryan Snyman

25 Sep 2025

Nice music, atmosphere and service. The food was very tasty and I really liked their Latte. We weren't expecting grilled salmon on the bagel but it was really good especially with the addition of capers. I like the bacon they used in the breaky bun. The custard square was also great.

Kiah Bhogal

16 Sep 2025

In love with their meals, beautifully curated and presented, you can tell the ingredients used are fresh! My favourite local :) Also, love the fact it’s run by a full female team Kiah @ Indian Roots

Miki Ferris

11 Aug 2025

Great service, dog friendly and food is absolutely delicious! Wonderful Coffee and a local feel. Definitely check it out if you’re in the area.

Jonathan Rumens

04 Jul 2025

A great modern cafe with good coffee just tucked in side the health centre. The music in the back ground in soothing also. Great to see the staff wearing striped tops for a uniform.

Maxi Wong

27 Jun 2025

Great food presentation and taste good. Coffee really got the nice aromatic smell and taste wonderfull. Environment wise its okay. Will be back for more definitely.

donna cowan

18 Jun 2025

We have found our new weekend food haunt Beautifully presented food, it was a pleasure to eat, the rise n shine smoothie was yummy as well as the mocca,

Tony McNally

17 Jun 2025

Nice cafe, with pleasant food…I’ve been here a number of times and always find it cafe efficient , and visitor friendly, rather than welcoming….certainly worth a visit

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