Rotorua, Family Restaurants

Rotorua’s most famous café landmark offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in an amazing environment which is full of atmosphere. No reservations are required (so you may have to wait for a table) and children are welcome. There is a great selection of food from the counter or the blackboard menu which offers food like nachos and pies, vegetable bake or bagels. The children’s menu offers fish, chicken nuggets, hot dog, burger or pizza and chips.

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New Zealand Cafe of the Year: regional category winner.  Capers offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in-between. Children can choose from pizza, beefburger, pasta, macaroni cheese or a picnic plate and they will love to escape to the playroom to explore some of the interactive toys attached to the wall or be entertained by a series of children’s videos. Capers has highchairs for the littlies.

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Abracadabra cafe and bar offer "Good food and good vibes" all in a funky 1940s house with unique character & atmosphere.  Serving brunch and dinner they also serve during the day delicious homemade cakes, slices, fresh salads and homemade savories.

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Loved by locals, Rotorua’s award-winning Chapman’s Restaurant is renowned for it’s delicious selection of buffet dishes.

If you are looking for a great Rotorua restaurant for all taste buds, ages and occasions, look no further. Even the fussiest of eaters will love Chapman’s Buffet Restaurant. The chilled starters offer a range of delicious seafood including prawns, our very own signature house-smoked South Island salmon, and all you can eat fresh oysters. Beside them is a fantastic range of fresh seasonal salads using the finest local ingredients. Our hot mains selection offers a succulent and ever changing roast carvery with gravy, plus daily changing hot dishes inspired by international flavours. Most importantly however is the desserts section, so make sure you leave room. Top off your meal with a wide range of house-made cakes, pastries and mousses. Alternatively, make your own ice cream cone topped with candy, or enjoy our fine cheeses with a nice glass of wine.

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Being greeted with a friendly “Bonjour!” as you enter the Cafe de Paris is one of its unique charms. The French owners, Alain (from Lyon) and Valerie (from Pau) settled in Rotorua 15 years ago.
They provide a wide variety of French cuisine and an all day breakfast with a very competitive price of $9.90 . You can taste their unique almond croissant. They also make authentic French crêpes (sweet or savoury) with a gluten free option.
It is the original French café in Rotorua where you can have the taste of authentic French food surrounded by some “ouh, là! là!” or “Voilà”…

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The Indian Star Tandoori Restaurant in Rotorua is consistently recognised as one of the finest dining experiences in the city. With our mouthwatering range of delicious Indian cuisine, all expertly prepared by our experienced chefs, the Indian Star experience is one that will keep you coming back again and again.

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We only offer authentic Mexican dishes, including vegetarian menu and many more fresh choices.  Chili peppers, tortillas, and fresh vegetables are hallmarks of this colorful, vibrant cuisine. So come taste our authentic Mexican Cuisine, It’s actually so beautiful, so fresh, so colorful and full of bright flavors. View our delicious menu selections, prepared from scratch daily. Our savory food is sure to satisfy!

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Third Place Cafe is a spacious bright café with a selection of seating options from couches, booths and tables making it an excellent place to catch up with friends and family.  They also have a child friendly kids area so you can enjoy the beautiful view and fantastic food in peace while the little ones play.

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Come in and enjoy a relaxed evening in our traditional Thai styled restaurant. Whether you are a couple wanting to enjoy an intimate dinner, a group celebrating a birthday or just wanting a night out, the staff at “The Thai” will gladly accommodate your needs.

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The vibe of Atticus Finch is speakeasy meets metropolitan bistro. Our house was made for entertaining – situated in the middle of “Eat Street”.  Our dining menu is designed to share, a combination of carefully selected ingredients that allow a series of tastes to be passed around and enjoyed together. Our food is fresh, innovative, flavoursome and made from scratch.

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Set amongst the stars atop Mount Ngongotaha, Skyline Rotorua’s Stratosfare Restaurant and Bar is home to some of New Zealand’s best award-winning cuisine.

Enjoy a delicious Lunch or Dinner featuring a stunning array of freshly prepared buffet and cooked-to-order dishes highlighting locally sourced seafood, meat and produce. The contemporary ambience features luxurious Italian marble, granite, schist, timber and David Trubridge lights, while the panoramic view of Lake Rotorua is a sight to behold.

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Welcome to Rotorua’s newest hotspot, Sequoia Eatery.

We’re excited to bring you the freshest food with the friendliest service all in our beautiful, bright Rotorua café, located on Tarawera Rd in Rotorua.

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Capizzi Pizzeria serves traditional style wood-fired pizzas. Our difference is that not only are our pizzas delicious and made from the highest quality ingredients - they are available by the slice. We are licensed, so come in and enjoy pizza, a wine or beer, or your favourite drink.

Our pizzas are hand made and served dine in, take out whole or by the slice.

We also offer fresh salads and desserts.

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Picnic Cafe Rotorua is a gem of a place offering a great place to enjoy a little time out and some excellent food!

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