THE PERFECT
OUTING

Originally a tearooms and garage, The Store was transformed 20 years ago and is now an iconic staple on the Kaikoura coast.

Situated halfway between Blenheim and Kaikoura, The Store at Kekerengu is a the perfect combination of a restaurant, café and gift store, with a beautiful coastal setting and plenty of room to roam the beach collecting stones or forming driftwood sculptures. 

It also transforms into a function centre for those who want to make The Store a unique venue for a special day, reunion or celebration. With views overlooking the Pacific on one side and the snowy peak of Mount Tapuaenuku on the other, the local beauty mesmerises every time at this distinguished destination. 

The Store was first established in 1994 by Sue and Richard Macfarlane. 20 years later, Sank, their eldest son and his wife Melissa purchased the property and moved down from Auckland to run the family business.

Stop in to grab a cup of coffee and a slice of the homemade carrot cake, or take advantage of a full a la carte meal. You will always find the famous seafood chowder on the menu, paired beautifully with a chilled glass of chardonnay on a warm afternoon on the deck. 

After a leisurely lunch, take time to explore the beach and the rugged East Coast. Or if you’re looking for something more challenging, take on the hiking tracks at Saw Cut Gorge, the nearby Kekerengu River or catch one of several famous surf breaks in the area.