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Restaurant in Rotorua
What should I order at Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant?
What to order
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Mussels
Mentioned multiple times as highly recommended, with reviewers praising the delicious sauce, perfect flavor, and how well they paired with bread.
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Kiwi Coastal Pasta
Recommended in several reviews for being fresh, creamy, and very tasty, with one reviewer specifically loving the carbonara-style sauce.
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Chocolate Lava Cake
Repeatedly praised as a standout dessert, described as amazing, perfectly made, and highly recommended.
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Eggs Benedict
Recommended for its well-cooked eggs, good muffin, and overall delicious breakfast quality.
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Lamb Shank
Praised for being cooked to perfection and falling off the bone, making it a strong main-dish recommendation.
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Burger
Several burgers were singled out, including the chicken burger, smoked brisket burger, and Angus burger, all described as incredible, delicious, or highly rated.
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Waffles
Recommended for their excellent taste and presentation, with one reviewer calling the fermented Belgian waffle a work of art.
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Sirloin
Recommended as a hearty and well-liked option, especially for diners looking for a satisfying meat dish.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 3 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
About Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant
Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant is a restaurant, bar, cafe, and continental restaurant in Rotorua, New Zealand. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, with dishes that reviewers repeatedly mention including eggs benedict, lamb shank, mussels, avocado toast, brisket burger, and waffles. Reviewers consistently praise the well-seasoned food, generous portions, coffee, and desserts, along with attentive service and a cozy, casual atmosphere. The restaurant also offers outdoor seating, dine-in, takeout, delivery, and reservations.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for eggs benedict, lamb shank, and mussels, with reviewers also calling out the brisket burger and waffles. People often mention the food being well seasoned, fresh, and generously portioned, with the mussels served with a sauce that is good for dipping bread.
What dishes are most recommended at Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant?
Frequently recommended dishes include eggs benedict, the Rotorua Sizzling Plate with beef sirloin, mussels, lamb shank, and the smoked brisket burger. Reviewers also praise the avocado toast, Big Kiwi Brekkie, coastal pasta, and chocolate lava cake for dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant?
The vibe is described as casual and cozy, with a clean interior, cool decor, and a relaxed, happy feel. It suits solo diners, groups, and tourists, and reviewers note attentive service and a warm, comfortable setting for breakfast or dinner.
Is Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is NZ$20 to 30, and reviewers often say the portions are huge and the quality is high for the price. Several comments describe the meals as well worth the wait, especially for dishes like lamb shank, burgers, and breakfast plates.
When is the best time to visit Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant?
Breakfast is a strong time to go, especially if you want coffee, eggs benedict, or a Big Kiwi Brekkie, and reviewers say the café can be quieter in the morning. Some dinner visits mention a wait when the place gets busy, so booking ahead or arriving early can help.
Is parking available at Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is the food at Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant halal?
Yes, Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant serves halal food.
Is Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Bold Flavours cafe and Restaurant is good for kids.
