The Forces Cafe Gisborne

Set in the heart of Gisborne City Centre, The Forces Cafe Gisborne is a locally owned spot with a loyal following and a warm handshake for newcomers.

The team's passion shows at the table, where friendly service and a relaxed hum create an easy place to pause, chat and linger over something tasty. From quick morning catch-ups to leisurely evening meals, it's the kind of place where locals rub shoulders with visitors, coffee meets conversation, and plates arrive with an easy generosity.

The kitchen roams widely, bringing global influences to comforting café fare. An oriental mezze speaks of sunshine and spice, with hummus, mutabal and garlic labneh ready for tearing with warm pita, while shrimp cocktail nods to timeless bistro charm.

Hearty appetites find satisfaction in a rib-eye steak with golden wedges, crisp salad and mushroom sauce, and a seafood paella brimming with prawn, mussel and fish, best mopped up with toasted ciabatta.

To finish, the cheesecake of the day and a flavour-of-the-day sundae keep things sweet and simple.

Drop in, pull up a chair, and let Gisborne's welcoming café spirit do the rest - your next favourite bite is only a forkful away!