Grill N Roll is a Rotorua restaurant built around Asian-fusion grill flavours and the pleasure of ordering for the table. Walk-ins are welcome, but bookings become useful for the all-you-can-eat sessions and larger platter occasions that define much of the experience. The Tutanekai Street dining room handles both focused individual meals and generous group spreads, moving easily from rice bowls and salads to skewers, dumplings, bao and slow-cooked meats.
The signature menu travels across several Asian and Pacific reference points without forcing them into one formula. An adobo-seasoned rice bowl can be topped with char siu chicken, pork belly or beef bulgogi. Pork-belly skewers carry a glossy barbecue finish, while ika mata uses fresh fish, coconut cream and citrus. Roti rolls add slaw and sriracha aioli to grilled bread, and the kitchen also offers tempura prawns, barbecue ribs, fried chicken and steamed or pan-fried dumplings.
Sharing platters are the restaurant's natural centre of gravity. Bao and roti can each be ordered as their own focused spread, while the mixed platter gathers bao, rolls, prawns, cauliflower, pork skewers, dumplings, ribs, chicken, fries, rice, salad and pickles. The all-you-can-eat option turns that approach into a timed table experience rather than a conventional buffet. Vegetarian platter items and other dietary adjustments can be discussed with the team, which helps mixed groups participate in the same format.
There are quieter ways to eat here too. A garden salad builds texture from edamame, crisp shallots and sesame-soy dressing, while a Thai herb salad uses mint, coriander, peanuts and lime. Bulgogi fries and adobo rice work as substantial sides for a table that wants to supplement the grill. Desserts continue the cross-cultural style: banana spring rolls come with ice cream and caramel, sticky date pudding gains mango cream, and chocolate lava cake provides a more familiar rich finish.
Address: 1145 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
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Grill N Roll Menu
All You Can Eat
ADULT: 49.75 | CHILD 9-13: 29.75 | CHILD 4-8: 15.75. Enjoy the ultimate Grill N Roll experience with our All You Can Eat Sharing Platter. Indulge in a variety of freshly prepared Asian Fusion dishes served platter-style, perfect for sharing with friends and family. With unlimited refills for up to 90 minutes, you can relax, enjoy, and savor your favorites as much as you like in a fun and social dining atmosphere.
Bao Buns
House made steamed bun filled with beef bulgogi fresh slaw and sweet chili aioli.
Chicken Wrapped
Grilled Char Siu chicken wrapped in grilled roti with slaw and siracha aioli.
Dynamite Prawns
Battered prawn drizzled with sriracha aioli sauce topped with crispy shallot and spring onion.
Cauliflower Tempura
Battered cauliflower tempura drizzled with honey mustard sauce.
Sizzling of the Day
Please ask our waitstaff for the sizzling of the day.
Fried Chicken
Fried chicken nibbles tossed in honey soy garlic sauce.
Ika Mata
Tarakihi raw fish infused in coconut cream, lime and lemon juice topped with cucumber, capsicum, spring onion and herb oil.
Asian Slaw
Asian style coleslaw tossed in orange sesame dressing.
Radish Salad
House pickled radish and carrot salad.
Chicken Dumpling
Pan fried chicken and cabbage dumpling.
Pork Siomai
House made steamed pork siomai dumpling.
Pork Skewers
Grilled pork belly skewers caramelized in house made BBQ sauce.
Hot Chips
Crispy shoestring fries served with house made cheese sauce.
Fragrant Rice
Steamed fragrant rice.
À La Carte Menu
Discover the vibrant flavors of Asian Fusion at Grill N Roll. Our A La Carte menu features freshly prepared grilled meats, bao buns, rice, noodles, and signature dishes—perfect for mixing, matching, and sharing. Enjoy your favorite flavors, your way.
Triple Bao Buns
House made steamed bun filled with chicken, pork and cauliflower tempura with sweet chili aioli.
Char Siu Chicken 450grams
Grilled Char Siu chicken served with pickled radish salad.
Escabeche prawn
6pcs Battered prawn tossed in tangy spicy sauce topped with crispy shallot and spring onion.
Sizzling of the day
Please ask our waitstaff for the sizzling of the day.
Fried Chicken Nibbles
6pcs Fried chicken nibbles tossed in your choice of seasoning: sweet and sour sauce, BBQ sauce or togarashi spice.
Ika Mata
Tarakihi raw fish infused in coconut cream, lime and lemon juice topped with cucumber, capsicum, spring onion and herb oil.
Beef and Onion Dumpling
6pcs Pan Fried beef and onion dumplings topped with cheese sauce.
Pork Siomai
6pcs House made steamed pork siomai dumpling served with chilli oil and soy sauce.
Lamb shank
Braised lamb shank on red wine jus served with crispy potato, broccolini.
Ribs Indulgence
House rubbed tender pork ribs tossed in house made BBQ sauce served with crispy potato and slaw.
Pork Skewers
6pcs Grilled pork belly skewers caramelized in house made BBQ sauce.
Cauliflower Tempura
Battered cauliflower tempura drizzled with honey mustard sauce.
Crispy Calamari
Crispy squid tossed in togarashi spice drizzled with sweet chili aioli.
Queso Dip
Crispy tortilla tossed in BBQ spice seasoning served with triple cheese spicy sauce.
Roasted Carrot
Maple glazed roasted carrots served with sesame soy mayo topped with crispy chickpea
Lime Curry Mussel
NZ green lip mussel tossed in coconut lime sauce served with grilled roti topped with coriander.
Grilled Sirloin 300grams
New York cut grilled sirloin served with maple glazed carrot, watercress, red wine jus and chimichurri sauce.
Salmon 180grams
Grilled salmon served with, crispy potato, spinach, curry sauce drizzled with herb oil.
Chicken Wrapped
char siu chicken wrapped in grilled roti filled with slaw and siracha Aioli
Dessert
Sticky Date Pudding
House baked sticky date pudding paired with puffed mango creamed served with vanilla ice cream topped with mango sauce, salted caramel, and chocolate soil
Lava Cake
Molten chocolate cake served with vanilla ice cream
Banana Roll Snickers
Banana Spring rolls topped with caramel and chocolate sauce, toasted nuts and served with vanilla ice cream
Sides
Crispy Potato
Crispy agria potato tossed in rosemary salt and togarashi spice served with sesame mayo.
Hot Chips
Crispy shoestring fries
Fragrant Rice
Steamed fragrant rice
Asian Slaw
Asian style coleslaw tossed in orange sesame dressing
Radish Salad
House pickled radish and carrot salad
Add On
Bottomless Non-Alcoholic
(FIZZY DRINKS ONLY & SELECTED MOCKTAILS
By The Glass
Refresh your palate with our selection of fizzy drinks and handcrafted mocktails. From classic soft drinks to vibrant, alcohol-free creations, each option is perfect for cooling down and complementing the bold flavors of our Asian Fusion dishes. Light, refreshing, and enjoyable for all ages.
Coke sprite coke zero|L&P|fanta
Raspberry lemonade
Lemon lime and bitters
Shirley Temple
Virgin Mojito
GNR Iced Tea
GNR Lemonade
Signature Cocktails
Elevate your dining experience with Grill N Roll’s Signature Cocktails. Crafted with premium spirits and inspired by bold Asian Fusion flavors, each cocktail is carefully balanced, refreshing, and made to complement our dishes. Perfect for sharing, celebrating, or simply unwinding.
Passion Fruit Martini
Vodka / passion fruit / lemon / soda water
Bullfrog
Gin/rum/vodka / tequila / blue curacao / energy drink
Long Island Sunrise
Gin/rum/tequila / vodka / triple sec / lemon/coke
Sojutini
Soju / vodka / lemon / sugar
Roto Sling
Gin / maraschino / orange liquer / yuzu puree / bitters / soda water
Eldertoki
Japanese Whiskey / elderflower / matcha tea / lemon
Beer Tap
Enjoy our Tap Beer of the Day alongside our main tap, Asahi Super Dry—Japan’s iconic premium lager. Known for its crisp, clean finish and refreshing taste, Asahi pairs perfectly with our Asian Fusion dishes, while our rotating tap offers exciting options to keep every visit fresh.
Asahi
Tap of the day
Please ask waitstaff
Bottled Beer
Corona
Adventurer Pilsner
Heineken / Light
Heineken$10.5
Light
Steinlager Classic /Light
Steinlager Classic$10.5
Steinlager Zero / Low Carb
Steinlager Zero$9.5
White Wine
Our white wine selection offers crisp, refreshing flavors that perfectly complement the bold and savory profile of our Asian Fusion dishes. These wines pair beautifully with seafood, grilled chicken, bao buns, and lighter dishes, enhancing delicate flavors while balancing richness and spice. Ideal for a smooth, refreshing dining experience.
Oyster Bay Sauvignon
Oyster Bay Pinot Gris
Oyster Bay Chardonnay
Oyster Bay Rose
Red Wine
Our red wine selection offers rich, smooth flavors that pair perfectly with the bold and savory taste of our Asian Fusion cuisine. Red wines complement grilled meats, beef dishes, lamb, and flavorful shared platters, enhancing depth and balance in every bite. Ideal for those who enjoy a fuller, more robust dining experience.
Oyster Bay Pinot Noir
Oyster Bay Merlot
Grant Burg Shiraz
Grant Burg Cabarnet Sauvignon
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