Open 7 days from 8.30 am, Lake Matheson Cafe is just a few minutes drive from Fox Glacier at the entrance to the Lake Matheson Walkway. With comfortable seating options and deck area, we have unsurpassed views of Mt Cook and Mt Tasman.
About
Enjoy world-class views of Mt Cook and Mt Tasman whilst dining at our contemporary style café at the entrance to the Lake Matheson walkway.
Comfortable indoor seating and deck. Open 7 days for breakfast, brunch and lunch.
Bookings are welcome and essential for large groups and tours.
Matheson Cafe
Open 7 days from 8.30 am-3:30pm, Lake Matheson Cafe is just a few minutes drive from Fox Glacier at the entrance to the Lake Matheson Walkway. With comfortable seating options and deck area, we have unsurpassed views of Mt Cook and Mt Tasman.
Matheson Cafe offers a range of breakfast and lunch options, with our dishes changing to suit seasonal ingredients. The cabinets are always full of delicious pleasures, including deli-style sandwiches, cakes, savouries and salads. All of them made and baked by our kitchen team.
Trade
Maximum group size accommodated: 45 pax
Public hours are 8:30am – 3:30pm, 7 days. Can cater for group bookings outside of these hours, please enquire.
Invoice Payments Accepted
Location
Lake Matheson Rd, Fox Glacier 7886, New ZealandRelated listings
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