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Kiwi Food in Los Angeles

Ponsonby Road Cafe brings familiar New Zealand cafe food to Los Angeles: handmade meat pies, sausage rolls, lamingtons, custard slices, flat whites, and playful Kiwi-inspired drinks. Find it all on La Cienega in Beverly Grove.

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  • Savory: Handheld meat pies and sausage rolls are everyday New Zealand bakery staples.
  • Sweet: Lamingtons and custard slices add recognizable Kiwi counter treats.
  • Cafe culture: Pair the food with a flat white or a New Zealand-inspired Hokey Pokey Latte.
Steak And Cheese Pie
Kiwi Cafe Classic

Steak And Cheese Pie

A classic New Zealand-style pie filled with tender steak, rich savory gravy, and melted cheese, all wrapped in golden, flaky pastry. Hearty, comforting, and one of the most loved Kiwi favorites.

$11.50

New Zealand favorites on the menu

Kiwi food is broader than a single pie. These current items show the savory, sweet, and coffee sides of a New Zealand-style cafe visit.

Meat pie classic

Steak And Cheese Pie

$11.50

A classic New Zealand-style pie filled with tender steak, rich savory gravy, and melted cheese, all wrapped in golden, flaky pastry. Hearty, comforting, and one of the most loved Kiwi favorites.

Bakery staple

Sausage Roll

$7.00

A classic Kiwi pastry delight, consisting of seasoned ground meat, often pork, beef, and chicken wrapped in flaky puff pastry. The result is a handheld snack with a golden, crispy exterior and a flavorful, savory filling. New Zealand's take on the sausage roll embodies simplicity and deliciousness, making it a popular choice for a quick and satisfying bite.

Sweet favorite

Lamington

$4.00

A sponge-cake treat with a distinctly Australasian cafe pedigree.

Custard Slice Pastry case

Custard Slice

$4.00

Layers of pastry and custard for a familiar New Zealand bakery-style sweet.

Flat White Cafe coffee

Flat White

$5.00

A New Zealand classic made with rich espresso and smooth, velvety steamed milk. Creamy, balanced, and stronger than a latte, it’s the perfect Kiwi coffee staple.

Hokey Pokey Latte Kiwi-inspired drink

Hokey Pokey Latte

$7.25

A New Zealand-inspired latte with smooth espresso, creamy milk, and sweet honeycomb flavor. Rich, cozy, and lightly caramel-like, it’s a playful Kiwi favorite in a cup.

What makes the menu feel Kiwi

New Zealand cafe culture is practical, unfussy, and built around good coffee with satisfying cabinet food. A handheld pie or sausage roll can be breakfast or lunch; a flat white and slice can turn a quick stop into a proper break.

  • Pies: Individual pastry shells filled with steak, mince, chicken, lamb, curry, or vegetables.
  • Cabinet treats: Sausage rolls, custard slices, and lamingtons evoke the bakery counter.
  • Coffee: The flat white keeps the cafe side of the experience grounded.

For homesick Kiwis and curious Angelenos

The menu is useful in two different ways: it offers familiar flavors for New Zealanders living in Los Angeles and gives first-time guests an easy introduction to Kiwi food.

  • First visit: Try a steak-and-cheese pie with a flat white.
  • Sweet finish: Add a lamington or custard slice from the pastry case.
  • For a group: Party pies and party sausage rolls are designed for sharing.

Kiwi food FAQs

  • Where can I find Kiwi food in Los Angeles?Ponsonby Road Cafe serves New Zealand meat pies, sausage rolls, sweets, and coffee at 361 N. La Cienega Blvd in Los Angeles 90048.
  • What is a New Zealand meat pie?It is an individual savory pie fully enclosed in pastry and filled with options such as steak, mince, chicken, lamb, curry, or vegetables.
  • Do you sell lamingtons and custard slices?Yes. Lamington and Custard Slice are listed in the current desserts and pastries menu, subject to availability.
  • Can I order Kiwi food for a group?Yes. Party pies and party sausage rolls are shareable menu options, and larger events can begin with a catering inquiry.

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Try a proper Kiwi cafe order

Choose a handmade pie or sausage roll, add a flat white, and finish with a New Zealand sweet from the current menu.

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