Hana Lodge Restaurant offers stunning views of farmland and Lake Rotorua. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a lounge bar and modern New Zealand cuisine.
We’ve made dining an easy decision with a selection of the best the city has to offer.
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Whatever your taste, whatever your pleasure, local restaurateurs have a passion to provide you with culinary delights of the freshest standards; all to ensure your dining out experience is a memorable one, night after night.
Āhua Gallery at Te Puia
Mekong Buffalo
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Āhua Gallery displays 100% Māori-made taonga. Uncompromising in quality, handcrafted by the masters of our onsite carving and weaving schools. Each unique piece comes with a letter of authenticity. Commissions welcome. Open daily 9am - 4pm (last entry 3pm).
07 343 6233 1262 Fenton Street mekongbuffalo.co.nz mekongbuffalo_nz
Fancy Meow Cat Café Our cats and kittens are always grateful for play and cuddle time. So come in for a visit to relax, decompress and enjoy your break with our furry friends. Menu of hot drinks are available for you to enjoy while you unwind. With two flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, air conditioning and massage chairs, we want to create a home-like environment for you and your family and friends. Come experience an unforgettable memory with over 25 fur balls!
Serving great coffee and a wide selection of delicious counter food all made onsite by our friendly team. Free parking, kids playground, indoor and outdoor dining.
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Pollard's Mens Apparel
7 Aroma Café
Amokura Glass
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Zippy Central Café & Bar
The Mains at On The Point delivers an exquisite dining experience, featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients, some of which are grown in their own garden. Their a la carte seasonal menu captures the essence of the region’s flavours. Impeccable service complements the culinary journey, ensuring that every visit is a memorable and exceptional occasion. Bookings essential. 07 348 4868 214 Kawaha Point Road onthepoint.co.nz info@onthepoint.co.nz
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Eastwood Café Atomic coffee and brunch, woodfired pizza and beer on tap; we're serving up made-from-scratch goodness seven days a week. Eastwood Cafe is a must!
07 348 8288 1153 Pukuatua Street zippycentralcafe
(access off Tarawera Road) eastwood.cafe eastwood.cafe
Renowned for its beautiful picnic spots, grab your food to go and make the most of locations such as Blue Lake, Lake Okareka, Lake Tarawera's Hot Water Beach, Puarenga Stream, and Hamurana Springs... just to name a few!
022 327 7071 1104 Tutanekai Street sobarrotorua.business.site sobarrotorua
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07 345 5444 Scion, end of Titokorangi Drive
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Sobar & Café
A funky little café with retro furniture, comfy booths, and free WiFi. Popular with locals hanging out for their daily coffee fix. Serving cabinet food, larger meals, and dinner from 5pm. Open 7 days, 7am-7pm.
Cobb & Co.
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At Cobb & Co. our mission is for all our guests to feel at home. We serve simple, fresh New Zealand food – from mouth-watering AngusPure steaks and ribs, to classics like our Slow-Roasted Pork Belly and Balsamic Mint Lamb Rump. Plus, we have delicious vegan and gluten-free options available too. We’re the perfect place to enjoy a meal with family and friends.
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Boasting an extensive range of New Zealand wines and craft beers. Serving up delicious gourmet pub/street style food with specials on a rotational basis. Enjoy our live music. Open 7 days.
It doesn’t matter where in the world you are, markets are always fun places to explore. There’s a number of them in Rotorua with many treasures to be found. Highlights include Kuirau Park Market and the Rotorua Night Market.
A beautiful independent bookshop operating since 1944. Passionate about books and renowned for their collection of Māori books. A must visit destination for any book lover. 07 348 5388 1105 Pukuatua Street mcleodsbooks.co.nz shop@mcleodsbooks.co.nz
07 348 4442 13/33 Waipa State Mill Road secretspot.nz secretspotrotorua
Citron Café
McLeods Booksellers
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Secret Spot Hot Tubs Rotorua Relax at Secret Spot with a forest hot tub or free Shinny Dip foot tub. Experience our mouthwatering smash burgers, street food and craft drinks.
0210 805 5166 153 Fairy Springs Road amokuraglass.com amokuraglass
1153 Arawa Street citroncafe.co.nz citroncaferotorua
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Amokura Glass is Rotorua’s only hot glass studio and gallery. All the pieces in our shop are made by hand by us. Find something special today!
The Citron team has created a fresh and vibrant atmosphere in the heart of the city, serving Kiwi classics with an Indian twist - that’s all about family where everyone is welcome. Open Tues to Sun, 7.30am-2.30pm.
On The Point – Lake Rotorua
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07 346 0202 Cnr Pukaki & Fenton Streets aromacafenz@gmail.com aromarotorua aromacaferotorua
07 347 7139 1191 Tutanekai Street pollards.co.nz pollardsmensapparel
Retail therapy from large chain stores to boutique fashion, unique art, and vibrant markets. The different precincts in the inner city cater to different retail experiences which includes finding that perfect souvenir or piece of Māori culture to take home.
07 460 6868 1210 Arawa Street fancymeowcatcafe.co.nz Fancy.Meow.Cat.Cafe
Discover our charming cottage café located near the CBD and lakefront domain. Indulge in delectable all-day breakfasts, lunches, and expertly crafted coffees. Savour our homemade savoury and sweet treats from the cabinets. Relax on our sunny, sheltered deck or garden seating, perfect for families and groups. Open daily from 8am-3.30pm.
Established in 1980, Pollard’s is Rotorua’s go to mens clothing store. We specialise in formal attire through to jeans and tees, and are known for our bold fashion shirts.
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07 362 8287 1180 Tarawera Road smithandcocafe smithandcocafe
07 348 9047 20 Hemo Road, Whakarewarewa ecommerce.tepuia.com/āhua-gallery tepuia.rotorua.nz te_puia
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Smith & Co Café
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Asian fusion in the heart of the CBD. This tropical vibe restaurant serves delicious Asian dishes with a modern twist, harmonised with Asian-inspired cocktails, local wines, and craft beers.
With restaurants a plenty throughout the city, there’s something to suit every mood and budget.
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07 262 6104 1149 Pukuatua Street hellostrangercafe.co.nz hellostrangercafe@yahoo.com
Te Pā Tū presents seasonal cultural and cuisine events - sharing Māori history, traditions, and future aspirations across four hours of celebration and feasting. Our experiences align with the Māori lunar calendar. Tū Te Rā celebrates summer, the sun expresses optimal energy, nourishing the natural world. Tū Te Ihi marks the time of year when the Matariki cluster of stars sits high in the winter skies. 07 349 2999 Office - 1220 Hinemaru Street te-pa-tu.com bookings@maoriculture.co.nz tepaturotorua
07 347 0906 209 Fenton Street cobb.co.nz cobbconz cobbandco
Saigon '60s Savour Rotorua's best Beef Pho and relish Vietnamese Egg Coffee. Affordable, unforgettable, authentic Vietnamese street food. Takeaway and delivery available via the website.
07 215 9986 1205 Fenton Street saigon60s.co.nz saigon1960s
TASTE & SHOP ROTORUA
So good you can taste it
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We offer good vibes, friendly service, great coffee. Beautifully presented fresh food, providing keto, gluten free and coeliacfriendly options. 100% New Zealand owned and operated.
07 332 2222 415 Hamurana Road hanalodge.co.nz info@hanalodge.co.nz
Hello Stranger Café
Volcanic Hills Winery & Tasting Room.
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Atticus Finch Atticus Finch was created with your enjoyment in mind! The team will turn your dining experience into more than just a meal – a destination to linger over lively conversation, playful plates and thoughtful concoctions. The vibe at Atticus Finch is speakeasy meets metropolitan bistro. Simply put, it’s a great place to gather with friends and enjoy the best pours and plates in town. Opening hours vary from summer to winter, so please visit the website. 07 460 0400 1106 Tutanekai Street atticusfinch.co.nz info@atticusfinch.co.nz atticusfinchrotorua
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