No Kiwi town would be without a great pub or three, and Rotorua is no exception. The very popular Eat Streat epitomises pub life with several excellent eateries that provide not only a friendly, laid-back pub atmosphere, but vast beverage selections – many serving up Rotorua-crafted beers and wines – plus great menus and live entertainment, too.
Eat Streat isn’t the only place to find pubs and bars. Rotorua is a lively place to enjoy a pint or two while watching your favourite sport or catching up with mates and making new ones.
Sobar & Cafe
Bars & Pubs
Chill out with your family and friends. Enjoy the live music and tasty food in the middle of Eat Streat.
Ambrosia Restaurant & Bar
Bars & Pubs
Ambrosia, with its beautiful traditional interior, was the first licensed restaurant in Rotorua in 1954.
Good Eastern Taphouse
Bars & Pubs, East
If you’re hitting the trails, staying at one of the local lakes, or exploring the Redwoods Forest, Good Eastern Taphouse is the perfect place to refuel. With a huge range of Good George beers and ciders on tap and a mouth-watering menu, there’s something to tempt everyone.
Duke's Bar & Restaurant
Bars & Pubs, Central
For 125 years, Duke’s Bar & Restaurant has been entertaining locals and visitors alike. The classic décor sets the scene for a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
Volcanic Hills Winery & Tasting Room
Bars & Pubs, North
Volcanic Hills is Rotorua’s very own winery! Discover the amazing flavours of New Zealand’s best grapes collected from our finest wine-growing regions then brought to Rotorua and turned into delicious wines at the foot of Mount Ngongotahā.
BaseCamp at Secret Spot Hot Tubs
Bars & Pubs, South
BaseCamp is a luxe all-weather safari tent venue and bar located at Secret Spot Hot Tubs. Situated on the edge of the Whakarewarewa Forest, BaseCamp can seat up to 70 people indoors with a range of comfortable couches and picnic tables.
Super Casual Bar & Eatery
Bars & Pubs, Central
Head to Super Casual Restaurant & Bar in the heart of Rotorua for a culinary journey that caters to all ages.
BREW | Craft Beer Pub
Bars & Pubs, Central
BREW | Craft Beer Pub is the home of Rotorua craft beer brewery, Croucher Brewing. BREW is the mecca of craft beer, good food and great vibes in Rotorua. With Croucher Brewing also roasting their own coffee beans, you can enjoy the craft experience during the day and night.
Hennessy's Irish Bar
Bars & Pubs
Visit Hennessy’s Irish Bar right in the heart of Rotorua, an authentic Irish bar famous for serving Rotorua’s favourite pub food and New Zealand’s best Guinness.
Pig & Whistle Historic Pub
Bars & Pubs, Central
Visit the Pig & Whistle Historic Pub and enjoy the warm historic atmosphere of one of the most popular bars in Rotorua.
CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen
Bars & Pubs
New Zealanders have always been great hosts, and it’s a tradition Craft Bar & Kitchen (CBK) is determined to keep alive.
Poco Tapas & Wine
Bars & Pubs
Delicious tapas, superb wines, fabulous cocktails and a great selection of New Zealand craft beers in a stylish, relaxed and intimate venue – welcome to Poco.