Behind the Pies at Stone Oven Bakery & Restaurant

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A Hokitika favourite for a reason

Our Story

At Stone Oven Bakery & Cafe, we don't just bake; we carry on a West Coast legacy. Originally known as the historic Preston’s Bakery, our roots in Hokitika run deep.

Since 2005, we have called Revell Street home, evolving from a traditional bakehouse into a full-service culinary destination that serves our community from the first light of dawn well into the evening.

stone oven bakery owners Dicey & Nida

Meet the owners

The faces behind your next delicious meal

Meet Dicey and Nida Davidson...a familiar pair to many Hokitika locals. Dicey is a well known baker on the Coast, and together they’ve built Stone Oven into the kind of place you can rely on...good food, great service, and a warm welcome every time.

Whether you’re popping in for a quick coffee, grabbing a bakery classic, or sitting down for a tasty meal, you’ll feel right at home with our family first service.

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A place to connect

A Gathering Place for the Coasters, Stone Oven is more than just a cafe it’s a cornerstone of the community. From a quick morning catch-up over coffee to a celebratory family dinner, we pride ourselves on providing a warm, "old-style" hospitality. Whether you are a local regular or a traveler discovering the beauty of the West Coast, we strive to make every visit feel like coming home.

What you will find

Fresh, honest, tasty meals every time

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Fresh baking, daily
Fresh pies, cabinet favourites, and sweet treats made daily.

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Catering and group bookings
Platters, catering, and group bookings when you need them.

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consistent coffee + tasty meals
Fast, consistent espresso, plus breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. You can call us to book a table, or pop in and speak to the team in store.

  • Yes. Most of our menu and cabinet items are available for takeaway.

  • Yes, we offer catering, platters, and options for group bookings. Just enquire with our team to discuss what you need.

  • Yes. We have gluten free and vegetarian options available across our menu and cabinet.

  • Our main menu stays fairly consistent, but cabinet pastries and baking can change regularly depending on what’s fresh from the kitchen.

  • Yes. We offer cakes and custom baking orders. Please get in touch or visit us in store to discuss your order.

  • Yes. We are open every day except Christmas Day.

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