Black Pearl Cafe Menu: Prices, Locations & Ordering

Anyone who has wandered through Palmerston North or Napier on a hungry afternoon has likely spotted the distinctive Black Pearl Cafe signage. This small chain of modern Asian fusion cafes blends Korean fried chicken, bubble tea, and comfort bowls in a way that appeals to locals and visitors alike.

What is on the Black Pearl Cafe Menu?

Main dishes and bowls

• Korean Fried Chicken — a staple item, often cited by customers (Black Pearl Cafe official website – menu page)
• Chicken Katsu Mayo — $31.95 on Uber Eats (Uber Eats listing for Black Pearl Cafe Napier)
• Tonkotsu Ramen on Fire — available at both locations (Black Pearl Cafe official website – menu page)
• Pad Thai — listed on the official menu
• Crispy Pork Bok Choi — a popular side or light dish

Bubble tea and drinks

• Taro Bubble Tea — $10.35 on Uber Eats (Uber Eats Napier menu)
• Milk Tea and other flavours available
• Cafe-style coffee also served (espresso, lattes)

Sides and snacks

• Edamame, gyoza, and spring rolls appear on delivery menus
• Smaller dishes ideal for sharing

What are the Prices at Black Pearl Cafe?

Entree and main course prices

• Chicken Katsu Mayo: $31.95 (Uber Eats Napier)
• Tonkotsu Ramen on Fire: approximately $24–28 (estimated from similar items)
• Crispy Pork Bok Choi: around $15–18

Bubble tea and beverage prices

• Taro Bubble Tea: $10.35 (Uber Eats Napier)
• Other bubble tea flavours: typically $9–11
• Coffee drinks: $5–7

Value meals and combos

• Some review sites report a meal for two (two mains, one toast, one drink) costing around NZ$40 (Tripadvisor impression of Palmerston North prices)
• No formal combo menus are listed online, but the pricing suggests a mid-range dining tier — slightly above typical fast food, below sit-down restaurant.

Where are Black Pearl Cafe Locations?

Palmerston North location

• Address: 91 Broadway Avenue, Palmerston North Central (Black Pearl Cafe official website – Palmerston North contact)
• Phone: 06 560 2849
• Email: palmy@blackpearlcafe.co.nz
• Hours: Monday–Sunday 11:00–21:00 (kitchen until 20:30) (Black Pearl Cafe official website – hours)

Napier location

• Address: 194 Hastings Street, Napier South (Black Pearl Cafe official website – Napier contact)
• Phone: 066 000 998
• Email: napier@blackpearlcafe.co.nz
• Hours: 11:00–21:00 (delivery windows 11:10–20:30 per Uber Eats) (Uber Eats Napier)

Potential expansion to Hastings

• Search results sometimes mention “black pearl cafe hastings”, but the official website shows only two locations (Black Pearl Cafe official website – locations page)
• No confirmed plans or listing for Hastings have been found on delivery platforms or directories.

The pattern: both existing cafes are on main commercial streets in North Island cities. If a Hastings branch appears, it would likely follow a similar high-street model.

What Do Customers Say About Black Pearl Cafe?

Overall ratings and feedback

• Tripadvisor: 3.5–4 stars, with praise for bubble tea and Korean Fried Chicken (Tripadvisor Palmerston North reviews)
• Google Maps: Mixed reviews; service speed noted as a concern by some
• Uber Eats: Rating around 4.0–4.5, with “Chicken Katsu Mayo” marked as a popular item

Popular dishes praised by customers

• Bubble tea — especially Taro and Milk Tea, called out as “authentic” in reviews
• Korean Fried Chicken — described as crispy and well-sauced
• Chicken Katsu Mayo — consistent, large portion

Service and atmosphere notes

• Several reviews mention friendly staff but occasional delays during peak hours
• The Napier location is described as modern and clean; Palmerston North as more casual
• Delivery and pickup options are well-regarded (First Table listing for Black Pearl Cafe Palmerston North)

The catch: customer opinions vary widely by location — the Napier branch tends to score higher on delivery platforms, while Palmerston North sees more in-person dining reviews.

How to Order from Black Pearl Cafe?

Online ordering via official website

• Visit Black Pearl Cafe official website and select your location (Palmerston North or Napier)
• Place a pickup order directly through the cafe’s system

Delivery through UberEats and DoorDash

• Uber Eats: Napier branch available; search “Black Pearl Cafe” in the app (Uber Eats store page for Black Pearl Cafe Napier)
• DoorDash: Also services the Napier location during 11:10–20:10 (DoorDash Napier menu page)

In-store pickup and table service

• Bopple app is used for table service and pickup orders, describing the cafe as “a home of Bubble Tea & Modern Asian Fusion” (Bopple app description)
• Walk-in customers are welcome at both locations

The implication: Black Pearl Cafe offers a straightforward ordering experience, but the delivery gaps for Palmerston North mean Napier customers have more flexibility.

“Please pick your location Palmerston North Napier” — Black Pearl Cafe official website (menu order page)

Uber Eats lists Chicken Katsu Mayo at $31.95 and Taro Bubble Tea at $10.35 for the Napier location. — Uber Eats store page for Black Pearl Cafe Napier

“Black Pearl Cafe is a home of Bubble Tea & Modern Asian Fusion.” — Bopple app description

For New Zealanders in the North Island looking for a reliable bubble tea and Korean-fusion fix, the choice is clear: head to Palmerston North or Napier, order the Chicken Katsu Mayo or Taro Bubble Tea, and use the official site or Uber Eats for pickup or delivery. Without a Hastings location, those further south should plan a trip to either existing branch.

Related reading: **Black Pearl Cafe locations and hours in New Zealand** · **Order Black Pearl Cafe online via Uber Eats and DoorDash**

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