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Bay Espresso

Name: Bay Espresso
Address: 141 Karamu Road North of Showgrounds, Hastings 4122, New Zealand, Hawke's Bay, NZ
Telephone: 06 876 5682
Location: Bay Espresso
Rating: 4.8

4.8(13 reviews on Google)

Bay Espresso was founded by husband and wife team Chris and Jonelle Jarvis. Gold in NZ Roasted Espresso category, Huhtamaki New Zealand Coffee Awards (2010) · Silver medal in Stonka Organic category, Huhtamaki New Zealand Coffee Awards (2010)

“Awesome hidden coffee shop. They make their own blends and roast it right there. The taste and smell is phenomenal. Amazing atmosphere and very nice people. (I drink like 3 coffees a day so i can…” — Ondřej Zálešák · “Great coffee shop for getting your morning gogo juice” — Achango · “If you are an espresso-head (or just appreciate superb coffee of any type) then this is the place! Well-balanced house blend with plenty of character….roasted perfectly. If I lived in the bay this…” — Kenneth

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Their Story

Bay Espresso was founded by husband and wife team Chris and Jonelle Jarvis. Their journey began in 2004 when they saw a small advertisement, prompting them to purchase a cafe, sell their home, and relocate their family from Wellington to Hawke's Bay in pursuit of better weather and the "perfect cup…

What They Make

Coffee Beans (100% Arabica, organic, ethically traded): Cafe Blend (rich, smooth, sweet, fruity, versatile), Dark & Divine, Decaf, Ethiopia - Oromia Region, Honduras, Rescue Me, Colombia. Available in 200g, 500g, 1kg sizes, with grind options for whole beans, plunger, or espresso. Also 25g plunger packs of Dark and Divine. Coffee Pods. Café Menu: Acclaimed "best big breakfast" ($25), bacon egg Benny, pancakes, lunch specials, cabinet food (grab-and-go), cold drinks, cookies. Vegan breakfast options and smoothies made with plant milks (Karamu Road cafe). All-day food menu showcasing local produce (Hawke's Bay Airport cafe). Merchandise: Fresh, Local Bay Espresso Roastery Hoodies, Roasters Tee Shirts, coffee equipment, coffee-themed ceramics handcrafted by Jonelle Jarvis. Gift Vouchers (redeemable at all cafes).

Awards & Recognition

Huhtamaki New Zealand Coffee Awards — Gold in NZ Roasted Espresso category(2010)
Huhtamaki New Zealand Coffee Awards — Silver medal in Stonka Organic category(2010)
Hawke's Bay Hospitality Awards — Finalist (Sarah Overend, Outstanding Barista category)(2011)
Hawke's Bay Hospitality Awards — Finalist (Basepoint Outstanding Coffee Establishment category)(2015)

More from Bay Espresso

Operating multiple cafes (Karamu Road, Havelock North, Taradale, Hawke's Bay Airport)Coffee roasting (with potential for viewing/experience at the roastery)Selling gift vouchersParticipating in farmers' markets

How to Get Their Products

Farmers' Markets

Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market

Hawke's Bay·Sun 8:30-12:30

Direct Sales

141 Karamu Road North of Showgrounds, Hastings 4122, New Zealand

Online

Online purchase with nationwide delivery within New Zealand via FastWay Couriers ($6.00 local, $11.00 North/South Island, $10.00 rural surcharge). Free shipping for orders over $70 (excluding rural addresses). Orders dispatched next day, with 2-4 days for courier delivery (allow 2-3 extra days if roasting is required). Subscription boxes for recurring purchases. Click-and-Collect available for online orders at their Coffee Roastery (304 Ellison Road, Hastings), usually ready within 4 hours. Products also available at multiple physical cafe locations in Hawke's Bay and at the Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market.