The Black Cat
About
On South Island, The Black Cat is a café at 5 Norwich Quay, Lyttelton 8082, New Zealand. The café is known for its opening hours, running We-Mo 14:30-18:00, and its website at http://www.blackcat.co.nz/.
First-time visitors should expect a café setting in Lyttelton, with the venue operating on a limited schedule from Wednesday to Monday afternoons. A 4.8 out of 5 rating has been awarded by 156 reviewers, a tally that places it among the more reviewed cafés in the area. The café is easy to reach from the main resorts and towns on the island, with Queenstown, Christchurch, Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim, Wanaka, Te Anau and Kaikoura all listed as nearby places.
Located on South Island, the café sits in Lyttelton, a town on the island's east coast. The venue's position makes it accessible for visitors travelling between the island's main centres.
Seasons on South Island run opposite to the northern hemisphere, with summer from December to February and winter from June to August. The Southern Alps run down the South Island, and Tūī, kererū and other native birds are common, with dolphins, fur seals and seabirds seen around the coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Black Cat known for?
The Black Cat is a café on South Island with its own site at http://www.blackcat.co.nz/. The café sits at Lyttelton, a port town where tūī and kererū are common among the native birds.
What kind of business is The Black Cat?
The Black Cat is a café on South Island, open Wednesday to Monday from 14:30 to 18:00. Its hours make it a mid-afternoon stop rather than a breakfast or late-evening venue.
Where is The Black Cat located on South Island?
The Black Cat sits at 5 Norwich Quay, Lyttelton 8082, on the South Island. Lyttelton is a port town on the island's east coast, and the Southern Alps run down the length of the South Island behind it.
How do visitors rate The Black Cat?
The Black Cat holds a rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 156 reviews. That score reflects how visitors regard this café at its Lyttelton location.
Is The Black Cat easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on South Island?
The Black Cat at Lyttelton lies within reach of South Island centres such as Christchurch, with Queenstown, Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim, Wanaka, Te Anau and Kaikoura also on the island. The café opens Wednesday to Monday from 14:30 to 18:00, so time a visit within those hours.
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