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Pig & Whistle
The Pig & Whistle is the quintessential Rotorua pub, where warm, friendly hospitality meets generous meals and a lively atmosphere.
Secret Spot
Secret Spot is an award-winning forest bathing retreat tucked into the heart of Whakarewarewa Forest in Rotorua.
Black Label Barbecue
Black Label Barbecue is Rotorua’s hot spot for a genuine barbecue fix.
Mekong Buffalo
In the heart of Rotorua’s CBD, Mekong Buffalo is a restaurant celebrating bold Southeast Asian flavours and culture.
El Mexicano Zapata Express
First opening in 2017, El Mexicano Zapata Express is located in a spot once occupied by the beloved Joe’s Diner, famous for staying open until 2 or 3am and earning a...
Mr Wolf
Located in a beautiful, historic building in the heart of Rotorua, Mr Wolf has quickly become a favourite café for locals and working professionals.
River's Catch
At River’s Catch in Rotorua, you’re not just grabbing dinner on the go, you’re getting a feel-good experience crafted with...
Spa City Noodle Bar
Spa City Noodle Bar, located in the heart of Rotorua, is a vibrant and modern eatery specialising in Sichuan-inspired noodle dishes.
Eighty Six
Eighty Six is a charming coffee spot located at Rotorua’s lakefront, offering a steady stream of great brews and views.
Snug
Nestled on Rotorua's Fenton Street, Snug is a charming coffee and smoothie bar that has quickly cemented itself as a favourite amongst locals.
Boasters Coffee Roasters
A coffee roastery, cafe and retail store all wrapped up into one, Boasters is a family-owned business getting Rotorua on a good buzz.
The Fainting Goat
A fun, funky and family-friendly gastropub located in the heart of Rotorua’s CBD, complete with a pinball machine.
Ani’s Gin Bar & Tapas
One hundred per cent Māori owned and featuring exclusively New Zealand-based produce and drinks, dining at Rotorua's Ani’s Gin Bar & Tapas feels like you’re...
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.
Atticus Finch
With a menu designed to share, it pays to come here with a friendly group who won’t mind you digging your fork into a dish on their side of the table.
BREW
Loaded nachos, pizzas, burgers, fish and chips and rump steak; the best advice we can give you is to come to BREW bar hungry.
Sabroso
Full of classic Latino warmth and hospitality, you can expect to feel like more of an old friend here than a customer.
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.
