Cake in the box
About
On North Island, Cake in the box trades from 198 Waipapa Road, Waipapa 0295, and its baking draws a steady local following.
As a café, Cake in the box is known for its baking, with the Waipapa Road address placing it on the main route through the town. First-time visitors can expect a café setting in a small settlement, with the wider region's towns and beaches within driving distance. A 4.9 out of 5 average across 39 reviews places Cake in the box among the higher-scoring cafés in the area, and the website at http://cakeinthebox.co.nz/ carries its own information.
Reaching the café from the main centres means a drive north from Auckland, while Wellington, Rotorua, Taupo, Hamilton, Tauranga, Napier and New Plymouth sit further afield across the island.
Traffic drives on the left across New Zealand, and hire cars are the usual way to travel on the larger islands. Seasons run opposite to the northern hemisphere, with summer from December to February and winter from June to August.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cake in the box known for?
Cake in the box is a café on North Island, and cafés here are part of everyday life alongside flat whites and meat pies. Rugby union is followed closely nationwide, and the national team plays in black, so match days can shape the mood of a local café.
What kind of business is Cake in the box?
Cake in the box is a café on North Island, so expect counter service and a casual setting. It trades under its own name at cakeinthebox.co.nz.
What should first-time visitors expect at Cake in the box?
First-timers at Cake in the box will find a café on North Island, with the easy, everyday feel that comes with that. Summer runs from December to February and winter from June to August, so the season shapes what a day out looks like.
Where is Cake in the box located on North Island?
Cake in the box sits at 198 Waipapa Road, Waipapa 0295, on North Island. That puts it in the far north of the island, well away from the main centres.
How do visitors rate Cake in the box?
Cake in the box holds a rating of 4.9/5 from 39 reviews, which places it highly among cafés on North Island. Those scores come from visitors who stopped by this Waipapa Road café.
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