From fancy fine dining to low-key eateries, those in the Rotorua restaurant business know that the way to any customer’s heart is through their taste buds.
Find anything from Latin American inspired food, burgers cooked on a manuka wood grill, authentic Japanese sashimi, and loaded fries, because if there’s one thing this town understands, it’s the need for variety. Rotorua restaurants won’t leave you hanging when there’s a specific craving come dinner time.
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Te Pā Tū
Te Pā Tū is a celebration of Māori culture—history, traditions, aspirations, and, of course, kai (cuisine).
The Fainting Goat
The Fainting Goat is a fun, funky and family-friendly gastropub located in the heart of Rotorua’s CBD, complete with pinball machine.
Ani’s Gin Bar & Tapas
One hundred per cent Māori owned and featuring exclusively New Zealand-based produce and drinks, dining at Ani’s Gin Bar & Tapas feels like you’re being...
Poco Tapas and Wine
The entranceway to Poco Tapas & Wine (“Poco” meaning “a little” in Spanish) in Rotorua isn’t immediately evident from the street, but once...
Yamato
Bowls of hot sticky rice, thick udon noodles and hot miso broth sound like your kind of thing? Then you best get yourself down to Yamato.
Social Club
Social in name and character, this eatery is a bright and vibrant place to park up with a group of friends any time of the day.
Sabroso
Full of classic Latino warmth and hospitality, you can expect to feel like more of an old friend here than a customer.
Stratosfare Restaurant
Get your hungry self to this brilliant eatery, leagues above when it comes to the Rotorua dining scene (both metaphorically and literally).
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Terrace Kitchen
Only open for private events, this place has food at the heart of its ethos, and thanks to the talents of some super-experienced chefs you can expect some exceptional...
Eat Streat
Ever-changing fluorescent lighting and activity from hungry wanderers make this bustling inner-city food alley a go-to spot for locals and tourists alike.