Southside Social - Governors Bay

The very short story: Relax, take it easy you 're in very good hands indeed here. The longer story: It was with some delight to recently discover that the award winning 'Eaton Drink Co. ' couple had opened a new eatery! For those not in the know, these are a well respected local company who have won Christchurch Caterer Of The Year in 2016 and 2017. The eatery has plenty of parking options and is easy and convenient to get to and is modern with a soothing decor. One terrific highlight of the location is that the frontage opens right up and on a day like today (sunny and hot) the indoor outdoor connection was really really nice. There 's outdoor seating too. Upon entry you get at hint in relation to my 'the very short story '. I was warmly greeted and assisted by none other than Toby Eaton himself on my visit and while he doesn 't know me from the proverbial bar of soap he made me feel like an old friend showing me the menu, showing me the 'cabinet food ' and checking in with me. His hosting customer services skills were examplar presumably being a mix of both hospitality experience and personality. The menu is very interesting and creative with a range of options. As well as food from the menu there is a range of 'cabinet food ' we 've come to expect. Upon having my coffee brought to my table and it tasting very good (and enquiring) it was then another sheer delight to discover that the coffee blend was by Unknown Chapter, a local coffee roastery and cafe which is incidentally one of our favourite weekend brunch spots. Now there 's a huge tick right there! My food arrived and as I expected (and was not disappointed) my eyes were first to feast. I chose a lighter option from the menu a prosciutto salad with blue cheese panna cotta, grilled stone fruit, roquette, hazelnuts and soughdough which was a real triumph of flavours! In summary, I can only reiterate my opening remarks. Excellent food, exemplar service, great location yeah, your 're in good hands indeed here. Come along and check this place out!

Fantastic food and service, have been for lunch and brunch and can’t wait to go again. Highly recommend

Hands down best cafe! Thanks for hosting my wee pre baby brunch today the food and coffee was And the staff amazing!! So thankful xx

YUUUUUM!!! We came in for brunch and shared the Bao buns and Roti- both were packed full of flavour and looked amazing! This place has a great vibe , the staff were friendly and we felt instantly welcomed! thanks team

Great salads, superb coffee, nice friendly people. Indoor and outdoor seating, chill tunes to masticate by. And just a short walk from my work, score! Totally recommend