Doubles Cafe

In the heart of Christchurch Central, Doubles Cafe brings a playful polish to breakfast and brunch, balancing comfort with a streak of adventure. It nods to the classics while letting bold flavours take the lead, creating plates that spark conversation as much as appetite.

Doubles feels made for small groups to relax into the rhythm of the day: a duo savouring a slow brunch, a trio trading forkfuls, or a quartet catching up over something indulgent and something light. The space is unpretentious, satisfying and just a little bit cheeky.

The kitchen moves with ease from simple beginnings to globe-trotting ideas. The aptly named double yolk lands poached eggs on sourdough with a lick of chilli oil, while club champ pairs eggs with potato rosti and herb hollandaise. There is a wink to yoshoku with omurice under glossy demi-glace, and a lively tilt towards the subcontinent with chaat masala potatoes and tamarind brightness. Waffles walk the savoury-sweet line, from fried chicken with sriracha maple to peaches with natural yogurt and cinnamon sugar, while d.f.c. delivers spicy maple and Kewpie mayo to the snack hour.

Gather two, three or four, and make a plan for brunch at Doubles Cafe. Come hungry, leave happy - the best mornings are better shared, and even better in doubles!