Ambrosia Restaurant & Bar has deep roots on Rotorua's dining strip, tracing its story to the city's first licensed restaurant in 1954. The Tutanekai Street venue retains a traditional interior with polished floors, while a large heated outdoor area and retractable ceilings make open air dining practical through changing weather. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks all share the space, giving it the cadence of an all day local rather than a single service restaurant.
Breakfast covers both simple starts and more leisurely plates. Eggs on toast and bacon with eggs keep the foundations familiar, while Benedict adds a richer brunch option. Sweet crepes and bircher muesli move in lighter or sweeter directions. Diners can also build a folded omelette from a selection of fillings, making the morning menu adaptable without losing the straightforward style of the kitchen.
Dinner stretches from pub influenced comfort food to pasta and slower cooked mains. Steak and chips and beer battered fish provide dependable classics, mushroom tagliatelle offers a meat free Italian direction, and lamb shank brings a more substantial choice. The burger list spans beef, pulled pork, Korean chicken and vegetarian versions, so a group can take quite different routes through the menu while still eating at the same relaxed table.
Bar snacks, pizza and children's meals widen the occasions beyond the main dining periods. Daily specials introduce change, while live music on Fridays and Sundays and the Wednesday open mic give some evenings an entertainment focus. Guests can therefore use Ambrosia for a morning coffee, a family meal, drinks with food or a music night, with the covered outdoor area helping those different visits flow across the seasons.
Address: 1096 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
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Ambrosia Restaurant & Bar Menu
Breakfast
Available Every Day Till 3:30pm. Dietary codes: GFO = gluten-free option, NF = nut-free, NFO = nut-free option, DF = dairy-free.
Eggs on Toast
Eggs Any Style, Toasted Ciabatta, Whipped Butter
Bacon & Eggs
Honey Cured Streaky Bacon, Eggs Any Style, Toasted Ciabatta, Whipped Butter
Birch Muesli
Overnight Apple Juice Soaked Oats, Shredded Apple, Forest Berry Compote, Banana, Vanilla Coconut Vegan Yoghurt
Folded Omelette
Your Choice of 3 Toppings, Streaky Bacon, Sauteed Mushroom, Spinach, Tomato, Onion, Grated Cheese, Feta Cheese
Waffledaddy
Crispy Fried Chicken, Hot Waffle, Whipped Cream, Chilli Infused Maple Syrup
Eggs Benedict
Poached Eggs, Toasted Ciabatta, Wilted Spinach, Hollandaise Sauce
The Hash
Crushed Roasted Potatoes, Spinach, Sauteed Mushroom, Poached Egg, Hollandaise Sauce
Soft Poached Egg & Chickpea Tagine
Slow Cooked Cumin Spiced Chickpeas, Tomato & Bell Pepper, Soft Poached Eggs, Feta, Housemade Toasted Ciabatta
Mixed Grill
Eggs Any Style, Streaky Bacon, Grilled Tomato, Kransky Sausage, Baked Beans, Creamy Mushrooms, Hash Brown, Toasted Ciabatta, Whipped Butter
Lambs Fry & Bacon
Thinly Sliced Sauteed Lambs Fry, Bacon & Mushroom Creamed Sauce, Caramelised Onions, Roasted Potato, Housemade Toasted Ciabatta
Brekkie Burger
Gourmet Beef Patty, Streaky Bacon, Fried Egg, American Cheddar, Hash Brown, Soft Burger Bun, BBQ Sauce
Avocado Toast
Avocado, Citrus, Radish, Rocket, Dukkah, Chilli, Feta, Toasted Housemade Ciabatta
Sweet Crepes
Folded Sweet Crepes, Forest Berry Compote, Hazelnut Spread, Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
Sides
Eggs Any Style
Eggs Any Style (Each)
Streaky Bacon
Smoked Salmon
Kransky Sausage
Creamy Mushrooms
Sauteed Mushrooms
Avocado Half
Grilled Tomato Half
Small Fries / Large Fries
Hash Brown
Hash Brown (Each)
Toasted Housemade Ciabatta
(2 Pieces)
Gluten Free Toast
(2 piece)
To Start
Housemade Bread Selection
Selection of Housemade Artisan Breads, Roasted Dukkah, Olive Oil, Hummus, Whipped Butter
Lamb Greek
Seared Lamb Loin, Hummus, Cucumber, Capsicum, Cherry Tomato, Red Onion, Romaine Lettuce, Feta, Olives, Mint Yoghurt, Pomegranate Balsamic Glaze
Steampot Mussels
Green Lipped Mussels, Garlic & White Wine Cream sauce, Toasted Housemade Ciabatta
Chef's Soup of the Day
Freshly Made, Please Ask For Today’s Choice, Toasted Housemade Ciabatta, Whipped Butter
Mac & Cheese Bites
Crumbed Macaroni & Creamy Cheese Bites, Truffle Aioli, Rocket, Balsamic Glaze, Shaved Parmesan
Charred Asparagus & Prawns
Garlic White Wine Poached Prawns, Charred Asparagus, Rocket, Crisped Prosciutto, Hollandaise Sauce
Cold Artisan Platter
Prosciutto & Pesto Crostini, Mushroom Parfait, Crispy Parmesan on Focaccia, Poached Pear & Blue Cheese on Fruit Loaf, Spiced Garlic Ficelle, Smoked Salmon & Ricotta on Multi Grain Toast
Caesar
Ciabatta Croutons, Crisped Prosciutto, Shaved Parmesan, Soft Poached Egg, Romaine Lettuce
Seared Beef Carpaccio
Rare Seared Beef Tenderloin, Mustard dressing, Rocket, Shaved Parmesan, Balsamic Glaze, Pickled Onion, Ciabatta Croutons
Growers Choice & Beetroot
Roasted Beetroot, Baby Carrots, Avocado, Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, Lettuce, Spiced Dukkah, Maple & Mustard Dressing
Spiced Garlic Ficelles
Spiced Garlic Butter, Melted Cheese, Toasted Homemade Bread
Salads
Mushroom Parfait
Housemade Focaccia, Mushroom Parfait, Basil Pesto, Parmesan Crisp, Olive Dust
Smoked Salmon
Smoked Salmon, Roasted Beetroot, Mint Yoghurt, Fresh Orange Segments, Balsamic Glaze, Rocket
Tuna Tartare
Line Caught Fresh Diced Tuna, Avocado, Roasted Sesame, Pickled Ginger, Mango Salsa
Poached Pear
Red Wine Poached Pear, Lettuce, Goat Cheese, Walnuts, Pomegranate Balsamic Glaze, Orange Segments, Crisp Prosciutto
Lunch Menu
Everyday From 11am Till 3:30pm
Fish & Chips
Tiger Beer Battered Fish Of The Day, Chunky Fries, Lemon, Tartare Sauce
Lamb Shank
Slow Cooked Lamb Shank, Chickpea Tagine, Buttery Mash Potatoes, Romesco Sauce
Tomato Basil Tagliatelle
Housemade Tagliatelle Pasta, Creamy Tomato Basil Pesto Sauce, Crispy Prosciutto, Shaved Parmesan
Sirloin & Chips 200g
Prime Aged Cut, Chunky Fries, Red Wine Jus, Fresh Garden Salad
Scotch & Chips 250g
Prime Aged Cut, Chunky Fries, Red Wine Jus, Fresh Garden Salad
Burgers & Sandwiches
Gourmet Beef
Double Homemade Beef Patties, American Cheddar, Streaky Bacon, Caramelised Onions, Pickle, Lettuce, Tomato House Burger Sauce, Toasted Bun
Pulled Porker
Slow Braised Pulled Pork, Chipotle Aioli, Slaw, Toasted Bun
Korean Chicken
Korean Fried Chicken Thigh Fillet, Korean Sauce, sriracha Aioli, Slaw, Crispy Onions
Classic Kiwi
Homemade Beef Patty, American Cheddar, Streaky bacon, Fried Egg, Beetroot, Lettuce, Tomato
Kumara & Corn
Kumara & Corn Patty, Fresh Garden Lettuce, Slaw, Avocado, Sweet Chilli Sauce
Fish Fillet
Beer Battered Fish Fillet, Lettuce, Pickled Onion, Tartare Sauce
Philly Steak Sandwich
Aged NZ Beef, Homemade Hoagie Roll, Onion Red Pepper Jam, American Cheddar, Cheese Sauce, Chipotle Aioli
Pizza
Margherita
Classic Mozzarella, Cherry Tomatoes, Neapolitan Sauce, Fresh Basil Pesto
New York
Pepperoni, Mozzarella, Neapolitan Sauce
Pulled Porker
Slow Cooked Pulled Pork, Bacon, Caramelised Onion, Mozzarella, Chipotle Aioli, Sesame Seeds
BBQ Chicken
Smoked Chicken, Cheese, BBQ Sauce, Capsicum, Red Onion, Chipotle Aioli
Garlic Prawn
Garlic Butter, Neapolitan Sauce, Grilled Garlic Prawns, Mozzarella, Romesco Sauce
Bar Menu
Cold Artisan Platter
Prosciutto & Pesto Crostini, Mushroom Parfait, Crispy Parmesan on Focaccia, Poached Pear & Blue Cheese on Fruit Loaf, Spiced Garlic Ficelle, Smoked Salmon & Ricotta on Multi Grain Toast
Chunky Fries
Cheese Sauce, Bacon, Jalapeno, Truffle Aioli
Chicken Wings
Twice Cooked, Chipotle & Texas Rub, Ranch Sauce
Beef Nachos
Low ‘n’ Slow Cajun Beef, Beans, Capsicum, Cheese Sauce, Guacamole, Sour Cream
Hot Tasters Platter
Crispy Chicken Wings & Ranch, Loaded Fries, Spiced Cheesy Garlic Bread, Vegetable Spring Rolls with Sweet Chilli Sauce
Not Beef Nachos
(VEGETARIAN) Low ‘n’ Slow Cajun Cooked Beans, Capsicum, Cheese Sauce, Guacamole, Sour Cream
Salt N Pepper Squid
Fried Calamari, Crispy Shallots, Chipotle Aioli
Popcorn Chicken
Buttermilk Infused Chicken Bites, Sriracha Aioli, Sliced Pickle
Pulled Pork Sliders
Slow Cooked Pulled Pork, Asian Slaw, Chipotle Aioli
Chicken Bao Buns
Bao Buns, Buttermilk Chicken, Asian Slaw, Sriracha Aioli, Korean Dressing
Fish Taco
Beer Battered Fish of the Day, Slaw, Toasted Tortilla, Chipotle Ailoi
Homemade Breads
Spiced Garlic Ficelles
Spiced Garlic Butter, Melted Cheese, Toasted Homemade Bread
Housemade Bread Selection
Selection of Housemade Artisan Breads, Roasted Dukkah, Olive Oil, Hummus, Whipped Butter
Kids Kai Menu
Cheese Burger
NZ Beef Pattie, American Cheddar Cheese, Tomato Sauce, Soft Bun, Fries
Mac 'n' Cheese
Creamy & Cheesy Baked Macaroni Pasta
Chicken Tenders
Crispy Chicken Tenders, Fries
Fish 'n' Chips
Battered Fish of the Day, Fries
Hot Cuppa Soup
Small Soup of the Day, Toasted Bread
Cheese on Toast
Grilled Cheese on Toasted Bread
Cheesy Weezies
Small Basket of Fries, Smothered in Cheese Sauce
Hot Waffle & Ice Cream
Duo of Chocolate or Vanilla Ice Cream, Hot Waffle, Chocolate Sauce, Chocolate Crumb
Chocolate Brownie
Warm Chocolate Brownie, Chocolate Ice Cream, Chocolate Sauce
Strawberry Mousse
Whipped Strawberry Mousse, Lady Fingers, Chocolate sauce
Specials
Mussel Madness
Monday. 1kg Mussels & Pint of Tiger
Two Timing Tuesday
Any Burger & a Pint of Tiger
Saucy Saturday
Chicken Wings & Pint
Sunday Sessions
Happy Hour & Pizza & Pint (2-4pm)
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+ Log your visitHow prices compare
Against typical prices in Rotorua
- Fish and chips Typical in Rotorua: $28.95 $29.00
- Caesar salad Typical in Rotorua: $20.99 $27.50
- Margherita pizza Typical in Rotorua: $24.90 $22.00
- Eggs benedict Typical in Rotorua: $21.50 $22.00
- Nachos Typical in Rotorua: $23.00 $22.00
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