At The Packingshed, our aim is simple: to serve fantastic food, great coffee, awesome desserts and offer outstanding service. We are located in a secluded valley, protected from the easterlies, at the foot of the Port HIlls, just a 5-minute drive from Halswell. We are very committed to our home-grown approach and are doing our best to reduce food miles. Our working orchards have 20 varieties of delicious spray-free fruit, which you can buy as soon as it's been picked off the trees between December and May. We have an organic vegetable and herb garden and our chef makes all the food on site, including the sauces and pickles. Honey comes from the hives in the apricot orchard, while our eggs are free-range from the chickens that live among the plum trees. We also grow and sell peony roses, which put on a stunning display in November, making the cafe a firm favourite for ladies' lunches.
With so many reasons to visit, all you need to do is find an opportunity...
Minimum spend $20 for every free bunch
Our favourite new condiment is our honeyed pum vinaigrette and it is particularly gorgeous combined with a crisp garden salad, cashew nuts and seared chicken breast, served with fresh thyme bread
Stewart Island salmon home-smoked with a sweet orange glaze served on sushi rice with salad and fresh rocket pesto. Delightfully light and zesty for summer
Vanilla ice cream, rich chocolate ice cream with a shot of Revolution espresso, whipped cream, tuille biscuit and a delicately rich truffle on the side
Please note, our menu is subject to seasonal change
From sculptures and paintings to jewellery and cookware, you are sure to find the right gift, or something to take away and treasure for yourself.
The Packingshed makes the perfect venue for a private party or function. We can offer a variety of set menus and can cater for large groups.
Our new play area will keep your little ones entertained while you sit back and enjoy your meal and the tranquil environment of our secluded location.