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DeVille
Poached Eggs and Grilled Halloumi
Mentioned multiple times for being gourmet, generous in size, and perfectly made with very good bread and a nutty sprinkle, receiving high praise (11/10).
Chorizo Breakfast Tacos
Highly recommended as amazing and part of the best brunch in a long time, praised for flavor and quick service.
Quesadillas
Frequently mentioned for being beautifully presented, with crispy corn tacos and tender chicken surrounded by fresh flavors, noted as good value and a must-try.
Smoked Salmon Bagels
Highly praised for generous portions of hot smoked salmon, surpassing other cafes and providing a great takeaway experience.
Scrambled Tofu
Liked as a delicious alternative to smashed avocado, suitable for lunch or dinner, with very positive comments.
Buttermilk Pancakes with Fried Chicken
Called amazing and part of the best brunch experience, noted for taste and presentation.
Calamari & Chorizo Salad
Described as delicious and quite filling, with generous portions and good value.
Pork Smothered Burrito (Daily Special)
Well received as delicious, filling, and a highlight of the daily specials menu.
Breakfast Grilled Halloumi with Eggs on Sourdough
Praised for perfectly made halloumi, eggs, very good bread, and an excellent nutty sprinkle on top.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM to 3 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 3 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 3 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 3 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 3 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 3 PM |
About DeVille
DeVille is a cafe, bar, and breakfast restaurant in Nelson, New Zealand. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, with outdoor seating and a covered courtyard setting that reviewers describe as pretty, cosy, and tucked away near the CBD. Reviewers consistently praise the coffee, generous portions, friendly service, and dishes like halloumi, buttermilk pancakes, and buttermilk chicken tacos. The venue also has live music, accepts reservations, and is often mentioned as a good spot for breakfast or brunch.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is DeVille known for?
DeVille is especially known for breakfast and brunch dishes like the grilled halloumi with eggs on sourdough, eggs with halloumi, and buttermilk pancakes. Reviewers also call out the coffee, generous portions, and careful plating, with the location just a short walk from Nelson’s city centre.
What dishes are most recommended at DeVille?
Reviewers most often recommend the buttermilk pancakes, halloumi dishes such as eggs with halloumi or grilled halloumi with eggs on sourdough, and the buttermilk chicken tacos. Other specific favorites mentioned are poached eggs, smoked salmon, gourmet burgers, and tacos and quesadillas.
What is the atmosphere like at DeVille?
The atmosphere is casual, cosy, and trendy, with indoor seating and a covered outdoor courtyard surrounded by trees. It suits groups, solo diners, and people working on a laptop, and reviewers mention it as a pleasant place for brunch, lunch, or a relaxed meal with friends.
Is DeVille good value, and what is the price range?
DeVille is in the NZ$20 to 30 range, and reviewers say it can feel a little pricey but still offers good value because the portions are generous. One example mentioned was poached eggs with a side of chicken for $26, with the food and coffee described as high quality.
Does DeVille get busy, and should you plan ahead?
Brunch reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations, which is useful because it is popular for breakfast and brunch. Reviewers also mention it as a worthwhile short walk from the Nelson CBD, so it can be a smart choice to plan ahead for peak brunch times.
Is parking available at DeVille?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does DeVille have vegetarian options?
Yes, DeVille offers vegan options.
Is DeVille kid-friendly?
Yes, DeVille is good for kids.
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