Nestled in the heart of Rotorua at 1139 Tutanekai Street, Number 8 Wire Restaurant epitomizes the essence of New Zealand’s culinary heritage with a modern twist. Named after the iconic “number 8 wire,” a symbol of Kiwi ingenuity and resourcefulness, this restaurant celebrates the innovative spirit that defines the nation.
Upon entering, guests are greeted by a warm and inviting ambiance, where rustic charm meets contemporary elegance. The interior decor pays homage to New Zealand’s rich cultural heritage, featuring accents of native timber and artwork inspired by the country’s stunning landscapes.
The menu at Number 8 Wire Restaurant showcases the finest locally sourced ingredients, expertly crafted into innovative dishes that tantalize the taste buds.
Whether you are joining us for a hearty dinner or a relaxed brunch we promise a meal crafted with genuine Kiwi ingenuity.
Secure your reservation now to discover why our farm to plate philosophy makes every bite special.
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We named this place after the classic Kiwi mentality of making incredible things happen with whatever you have on hand.
From our signature wild venison to fresh local catches, we believe in bold flavors, honest sourcing, and letting the quality speak for itself.
EXCELLENT Based on 2169 reviews Posted on Google Sarah ShepherdTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a perfect last meal in New Zealand here at Number 8 Wire Cafe. Our steaks are perfectly cooked. All of the food was amazing. You can’t beat the quality of the food for the price. The space is cozy, rustic, and cute. The staff was friendly and attentive- shout out to our server Matthew who provided us phenomenal service along with owner Yogi. They both made our meal special and memorable. We definitely will come back anytime we’re in New Zealand.Posted on Google Angie CTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. great food and prices, and really friendly staff, thanks!Posted on Google Sonam ChauhanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a good dinner with the meat platter for two (chose venison and lamb) and a beer. Had a pleasant conversation with Yogi, the owner.Posted on Google Anthony JusttTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great food and a really cozy atmosphere. The venison carpaccio and sirloin steak were both excellent. Special thanks to Srijana for the warm and attentive service — she made the evening even better!Posted on Google Karen liangTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Srijana is very good servicePosted on Google Evgen BelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Самые вкусные ребра которые я пробовал, ну и коктейли тоже на высоте. Большое спасибо.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
EXCELLENT Based on 140 reviews Posted on Tripadvisor Kathryn OVerified Great Scallops and prawn entrees were great Lamb rack and scotch fillet steak were both cooked perfectly Excellent quality and prompt service Would recommend KatePosted on Tripadvisor DayTrip39822421538Verified Very average Very average meal. One steak was very raw instead if medium raw, the mushroom sauce was underwhelming, the salad just lettuce leaves, chips were cold. They were prompt to correct the undercooked steak, so can't fault service. Wasn't a difficult meal to get right first go.Posted on Tripadvisor petti77Verified Absolutely Fab Absolutely loved our breakfast. The meals were so generous and delicious. Topped off with great coffee. Will definitely be back and recommend to everyone looking for well priced delicious food.Posted on Tripadvisor Odyssey08700601970Verified Best meal in Rotorua Simply the best meal we’ve eaten in years. Excellent service from the staff, meal full of flavour and cooked to perfection. No criticisms at all. Will be recommending to everyone.Posted on Tripadvisor h00p67Verified A must visit for breakfast. Excellent breakfast! One of the best places we have eaten at for breakfast so far. Very good coffee and generous portions. Highly recommend.Posted on Tripadvisor Mobile25768783519Verified Great food and service Great atmosphere and friendly staff at Number 8 Wire Restaurant. The food was tasty and well presented. A nice place to enjoy dinner in Rotorua’s Eat Streat. Would definitely visit againPosted on Tripadvisor Bridget DVerified Lovely meal Lovely meal. Very friendly staff.Posted on Tripadvisor Heather KVerified Rotorua’s best kept secret Awesome service thank you Zien and fantastic quality of food. All meat dishes were excellent quality. Rotorua’s best kept secret. This is the second visit and we will definitely be returning.Posted on Tripadvisor Lena MVerified Great Lamb, Terrible Everything Else! From start to finish the service was hostile and brusque — staff were unfriendly and snappy. Small requests were met with attitude rather than help. The water tasted outright foul, like chemicals/sulfur — almost poisonous. My dining companion commented the same, yet the server seemed completely unconcerned. To make matters worse, we were charged for an item we hadn’t ordered; only after pointing it out did they reluctantly correct it. On the food side, the lamb was genuinely good, and honestly the only dish worth eating that night. Everything else was hit by poor execution or poor handling.Posted on Tripadvisor PojkenVerified Modest outside hides a real culinary gem. Excellent ingredients finely prepared with knowledgeable friendly service. This restaurant looks unprepossessing from the outside. The food is exceptional, a fine venison steak cooked to perfection, with an excellent pepper sauce which complemented it well. This was a little to my surprise I must add as I would have normally chosen such a sauce with beef. The waitress Zian was charming, helpfully efficient and knowledgeable. They do marvellous crème brule as well and even provided a French waitress to serve it. Amazingly low prices for anyone used to London, where such quality would have cost double.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more