Third Wheel Coffee Co.

Wonderful selection of food - all delicious but the mushroom muffins are in a class of their own. Good coffee and love the fact that tea is served in elegant cups and teapots. Super friendly staff. A MUST stopover if you are visiting. Or perhaps I should keep it a local secret …. Sue and Brian

We stumbled upon this place just looking for a quick bite to eat and we’re so glad we did! It’s a cute little cafe with outdoor seating and wonderful selection of food and drinks! We got the hot chocolate, slab cake and the pinwheel! All three were excellent and worth coming back for! Also the service is great too, they were very kind and welcoming!

Nice little café with lots of small delicacies with which you can put together your breakfast. But you can also enjoy them individually. Good prices and very friendly service.

Fabulous coffee and an amazing cake - look no further than this place! Sad to only be in town for the day, as I won’t get to come again.

I really love my experience at this cafe. The workers were all very friendly, kind and helpful. And the atmosphere is lively with cool and funky paintings on the walls etc. Me and my mum got a hot chocolate and a cheese and greens muffin each and they were both delicious. Probally one of the best cheese and spinach muffins I have ever had. We really look forward to our Pahia visits because we know how amazing the food, drinks and staff at the third wheel are.

The best cafe ever for home cooked delicious everything, top notch coffee, service and atmosphere. Can't beat it!

Third Wheel Bending is a gem of a cafe. The cafe itself was quite busy, which is always a positive sign. The ambiance was vibrant and energetic, creating a lively backdrop for conversations and socializing. With its delightful food, expertly brewed coffee, and bustling yet inviting atmosphere, it's a place that leaves a lasting impression. Whether you're looking for a satisfying meal, a cozy spot to enjoy your coffee, or simply a vibrant ambiance, this cafe has it all.

Absolutely stunning homemade food, next level. Nowhere in paihia compares, in fact hard to beat compared to Auckland cafes. This place is beautiful, the service is excellent, coffee is perfect and the food scrumptious. Highly recommended

Absolutely wonderful coffee and food. Could have eaten 1 of everything. But settled on the savoury cheese and greens muffin. Good choice. It was lovely. But then I do not think there is a bad choice. For a treat, try the sticky cinnamon bun.

Amazing staff, incredible treats and stunning coffee
We live making the time to call in which isn’t often enough sadly
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Very long waits during the busy season but great nonetheless.

Nice little spot tucked away and the staff seem friendly.

Great coffee, great food - price is fair.
Third time here in the last couple years and it doesn't dissapoint. The coffee is good, has a great vibe and the food is so well presented that you just want to buy more than you need.
Support local, you'll enjoy your visit!

Third Wheelis consistently excellent in all respects. Great people, great food - even though I am not vegetarian. They don't promote their Tea is just as good as their coffee!

Best cafe we’ve visited in a long time. Great coffee, amazing fresh food (you’ll want to try it all) and a friendly, vibrant atmosphere. Staff manage the high number of patrons smoothly. Highly recommend!

The BEST coffee in Paihia. Service is awesome such friendly people. And also I think the best caramel slice I have ever had) our fav spot to go when in Paihia.

Easily the best cafe in Paihia, we went here every day of our trip. Awesome coffee and gf/df yummy food options. Super friendly staff and relaxed vibe. If I lived here this would be my beloved local.

This cafe has lovely bran muffins, nice hot coffee and lovely looking cabinet food. Service is good and staff very pleasant. Would highly recommend.

Such a great cafe, coffee is fab and the food is blimmin awesome. You have to go here if you are in Paihia - hands down the best cafe.

Small, quaint, tidy, back off the busy street, well decorated and clever touches everywhere as a bike-themed coffee shop should be.

Food was good but apparently the young woman didn’t charge me enough so came over while four of us were eating and asked me for another $2 to fix her mistake. I paid but honestly give it a rest!