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Coffee Embassy Roastery & Cellar Door

107 Fitzgerald Avenue, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

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107 Fitzgerald Avenue, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

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HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Coffee Embassy Roastery & Cellar Door

Set along Fitzgerald Avenue, Coffee Embassy operates an open roastery where beans turn directly in view of the morning crowd. Filter enthusiasts head straight to the brew bar for manual hand-drips of rare Gesha lots that let origin flavors lead. Regulars treat the industrial room as an unpretentious daily ritual—pairing balanced flat whites with warm, mild cheese scones from the cabinet before grabbing a freshly roasted bag for the kitchen counter.

  • Dedicated Brew Bar: Manual single-origin hand-drips poured to order, featuring rare varietals like Gesha.
  • On-Site Roastery: Beans roasted directly on site, giving visitors a front-row view into the roasting craft.
  • Espresso & Scones: Silky flat whites made with regional milk and accompanied by freshly baked savoury scones.
  • Fresh Take-Home Beans: Whole-bean retail bags available alongside brewing guidance from passionate baristas.
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Why Coffee Embassy Roastery & Cellar Door Stands Apart

Discover Christchurch's dedicated brew bar and working roastery—book your tasting stop today.

  • Rare Single-Origin Pour-Overs

    Coffee Embassy operates a dedicated brew bar spotlighting rare single-origin varietals through meticulous manual hand-drip brewing.

    I was lucky enough to be able to have a pour over of a lovely gesha varietal, which can be pretty rare

    Mac

  • Integrated Roastery Experience

    The open roastery layout lets guests witness bean roasting live, connecting directly with the craft and process in the cellar door setting.

    Coffee enthusiasts can enjoy the process and the end result all at the same location.

    Zsolt Shopi Soponyai

  • Curated Take-Home Whole Beans

    Visitors can pick from an extensive roster of freshly roasted whole beans spanning distinct origins to brew at home.

    There is a great selection of different types and origins of coffee to choose from for hand drip or coffee beans to take home.

    Midori Otani

  • Masterful Flat White Craft

    Espresso extractions are balanced with care, delivering textbook microfoam temperature and velvety texture in every cup.

    the flat white was wonderful for the taste and warmth.

    Steve Yu

  • Focus-Friendly Cafe Setting

    A bright, unpretentious interior provides an easygoing atmosphere well-suited for solo laptop sessions or casual creative catch-ups.

    A lively but chilled atmosphere that's perfect for both getting some work done and meeting up with a friend.

    Hayden McGehan

  • Signature Coffee & Scone Pairing

    Freshly baked, delicate cheese scones offer a savory ritual designed to complement morning batch brews and pour-overs.

    Also, the cheese scone was super soft and mild, pairing perfectly with the coffee.

    Hee

Signature single origins, fresh roasts, and cafe staples highlighted by guests.

  • Pour-Over Coffee

    I was lucky enough to be able to have a pour over of a lovely gesha varietal, which can be pretty rare

    Mac

  • Take-Home Coffee Beans

    There is a great selection of different types and origins of coffee to choose from for hand drip or coffee beans to take home.

    Midori Otani

  • Cheese Scone

    Also, the cheese scone was super soft and mild, pairing perfectly with the coffee.

    Hee

  • Flat White

    the flat white was wonderful for the taste and warmth.

    Steve Yu

Beyond the menu

Craft-first details and roastery hospitality that elevate every cup. Book your visit to experience Christchurch's apex coffee bar.

  • Farm-Sourced Specialty Milk

    Rather than standard commercial dairy, coffee is prepared using farm-sourced milk selected specifically to enhance extraction richness and flavor.

  • Front-Row Roastery Sightlines

    The integrated roastery floor allows guests a behind-the-scenes view of roasting in action, connecting patrons directly to the bean-to-cup craft.

  • Rare Gesha Pour-Over Service

    The dedicated brew bar prepares rare, origin-distinct lots like Gesha on pour-over, highlighting complex tasting notes difficult to find in standard cafes.

  • Curated Ergonomic Drinkware

    Drinks are served in ergonomic, thoughtfully designed drinkware that departs from clumsy commercial cups to optimize the tactile drinking experience.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on parking, seating, and ordering for a seamless visit—book your spot today.

  • Plan for Street Parking

    Dedicated parking right outside the venue is limited, so allow a few extra minutes to find a street spot around the block.

  • Expect an Intimate Seating Footprint

    The roastery operates in a compact indoor footprint that fills up fast; look out for outdoor seating during warmer days.

  • Order Fresh Cabinet Treats Instead of Cooked Meals

    The venue operates without a full commercial kitchen, highlighting quality cabinet food like their popular soft cheese scones rather than plated brunch menus.

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