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Restaurants

international and local cuisine

Taupo has many restaurants to choose from to make your dining experience memorable. There are wonderful restaurants with unique food and great service, in the major hotels and motor inns. Internationally reknown chefs and restaurants can be found in the famous lodges and exclusive accommodation in the Taupo region.

There are restaurants with atmosphere and style in most pubs and sports bars, with international cuisine in a variety of ethnic restaurants in the town.

Try 'dining on the lake'! this is a world class unique experience with great cuisine, surrounding landscapes, on a lake reflecting mountains and sunsets. This is such a memorable experience for the romantic and the traveller wanting something a little different.

All prices subject to change. Seasonal rates may apply.

Yama

Made for sharing

Yama’s lunch and dinner menus’ offer a mix of punchy Thai/Pacific Rim flavours, served in hip, stylish surroundings with the bar being a destination in itself, having a great atmosphere that really hums.

Free things to do

Plenty of fresh ideas

From the famous Huka Falls to some beautiful scenic bushwalking the Lake Taupo region has plenty to do that doesn't cost you anything but time.

Scenic Highlights

World Class natural assets

Hand on heart, the Lake Taupo region is simply stunningly beautiful. Don't just take our word for it though check out our scenic highlights.

Yama

Taupo

A: Ruapehu St, Taupo
P: +64 7 376 5759
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Yama has everything covered, whether you want snacks to nibble at with your drinks, or a sit-down meal with table service; whether you’re a carnivore or vegetarian. The menu is infused with wonderful flavours.

Ploughmans English Pub

Taupo

A: 43-45 Charles Crescent, Two Mile Bay, Taupo
P: +64 7 377 3422
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Wonderful English Inn style building with excellent pub grub. Fantastic garden bar.

Jabies Doner Kebab

Taupo

A: 9 Horomatangi St, Taupo
P: +64 7 377 0200

Jabies Doner Kebab is right in the middle of town, a cafe, restaurant with a great atmosphere and yummy choice of doner kebabs

Salute Taupo (Deli & Cafe)

Taupo

A: 45 Horomatangi Street
P: +64 7 377 4478
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Opening beginning of December, Salute Taupo Cafe & Deli, fantastic coffee and food selection to eat in or take with you.

Plateau Restaurant & Bar

Taupo

A: 64 Tuwharetoa St, Taupo
P: +64 7 377 2425
F: +64 7 377 2426
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A restaurant and bar that celebrates New Zealand - from its wide range of upbeat Kiwi inspired dishes to the Monteith's range of craft beers.

Edgewater Restaurant (Millenium Hotel)

$20 NZD - $31 NZD Taupo

A: 245 Lake Terrace, TAUPO
P: +64 7 378 5110
F: +64 378 5341
F: 0800 555 511 (NZ Only)
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W: Visit website

ON THE WATERS EDGE. When you want to spoil, impress or simply the best. Award winning dining with only the best NZ produce.

Rendezvous RSA Restaurant

Taupo

A: Horomatangi St, Taupo
P: +64 7 378 3680
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Restaurant at the RSA - also bar facilities

Jolly Good Fellows

Taupo

A: 76-80 Lake Terrace, Taupo
P: +64 7 378 0457
F: +64 7 378 0457

Dine at Jolly Good Fellows - A collection of Britain's classically simple fare and pub food, selection of English beer and ale. Great atmosphere and prime lake front with view of lake and mountains. Inside & outside seating.

Lakeland House

Taupo

A: Waihi Village Rd, Turangi
P: +64 7 386 6442
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Wonderful location right on the lakes edge at the south end of the lake near Tokaanu. Outside or inside eating - great food.

Four Fish Restaurant, Vista Bar & Pizza

Taupo

A: Cnr Ohuanga & Pihanga Rds, Turangi
P: +64 7 386 6340
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Open from 3pm Tue-Sun. Meet your friends, family or work colleagues here and relax over drinks. Superb a la carte menu available from 5pm. Great Atomic coffee, large deck under sails or dine in the garden bar, cozy open fire for those Winter months.