Insider's Food Guide to Downtown Tauranga
Miss Gee’s
Miss Gee’s is a specialty cocktail lounge nestled in the heart of Tauranga’s city centre.
Lloyds Deli & Pizzeria
Foodies near and far, if a New York-inspired sandwich shop that pulls double-duty slinging pizzas on a Friday night sounds like your jam, you must make a date to visit...
The Hop House
Housed in a beautifully restored 1920’s building amongst the pedestrianised Wharf Street Precinct, The Hop House in Tauranga has become an obvious destination for...
Oscar and Otto
Open seven days a week, Oscar and Otto has earned its reputation as one of Tauranga’s most well known eateries for its consistently compelling offering and friendly...
Macau Restaurant
They say variety is the spice of life, and at Tauranga’s Macau Restaurant, contemporary Asian fusion plates pave the way.
Clarence Hotel & Restaurant
Situated in the soulful, historic post office building, the Clarence is the only boutique hotel in downtown Tauranga.
Elizabeth Cafe & Larder
From Monday to Friday, Tauranga’s Elizabeth Cafe keeps up with the fast-paced city-slickers, cranking out coffees to the local corporate crowd.
Mt Zion Coffee Co
Their specialty is a darn good cup of joe and at Mt Zion Coffee Co, they love to serve their beloved community the very best of brews.
Bobby's Fresh Fish Market
Bobby’s Fresh Fish Market is a name synonymous with quality fish and chips, having delivered the goods to Tauranga locals starting way back in 1996.
Chicken Fryday
Bringing a little sample of Korean cuisine to downtown Tauranga is Chicken Fryday, a specialist in, you guessed it, Korean Fried Chicken.
Breadhead
Carb lovers and enthusiasts of Tauranga, if you haven’t already acquainted yourselves with Breadhead then immediately add it to the top of your must-visit list.
Doca Café and Eatery
Radiating good vibes and fun is Tauranga’s DOCA, a European influenced cafe by day, dipping its toes into pizza and cocktails come Friday and Saturday nights.
Sugo
A stone’s throw from Tauranga’s waterfront lies Sugo, one of the city’s favourite Italian-inspired restaurants.
Folk Coffee Roasters
Folk Coffee Roasters provides specialty coffee with purpose, knowledge, and experience.
Little Long
As its name suggests, Little Long in Tauranga is both little and long. It’s the kind of cafe you’ll visit once and instantly feel at home.
But First Dessert
Calling all the sweet tooths out there! But First Dessert is a dessert bar in Tauranga, specialising in decadent, hand-crafted desserts and treats.
Falafel Metro
Middle Eastern cuisine is full of vibrant flavours, colours and textures, and thanks to Falafel Metro, the residents of Tauranga have easy access to some of the best.
Picnicka
Mirroring the revitalisation of Tauranga’s CBD, Picnicka is a local spot where there is always something going on.
RIKARIKA
A name already well known by a few lucky Tauranga residents, RIKARIKA has finally opened its first retail space in downtown Tauranga city.
