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    Nikau Restaurant

    80 Reviews
    #55 of 200 Restaurants in Rotorua
    $$ - $$$European,
    New Zealand
    , Vegetarian Friendly
    1270 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua, New Zealand
    +64 7-347 1234
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    Overview
    4.0
    80 reviews
    • Excellent44%
    • Very good41%
    • Average8%
    • Poor6%
    • Terrible1%
    Travellers talk about
    “salmon” (5 reviews)
    “steak” (3 reviews)
    “bread” (2 reviews)
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    CUISINES
    European, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
    PRICE
    $$ - $$$
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    LOCATION
    1270 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua, New Zealand
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    1 - 10 of 74 reviews

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Smart Choice for Dinner in Rotorua

    It's just located inside the Millennium Hotel, where we stayed during the visit to Rotorua. The food are well presented and tasty, and the service is excellent. It's a smart choice for dinner.

    Thank Tan Q
    Tony M, Director of Sales at Nikau Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Kia ora, Thank you for taking the time to post your comments about the Nikau Restaurant. We are pleased the service was excellent, the food tasty and well presented. Look forward to having you stay with us again. Ngā mihi.

    Reviewed 12 August 2018
    Beautiful and very conscienscious and knowledgeable service.

    Excellent food with Maori herbs... light and friendly service. Had a light meal. The ambiance was quite good. Great experience.

    Thank RadioCat1
    Reviewed 18 June 2018 via mobile
    Locals missing out

    We have visited Rotorua on many occasions. The Millennium has become our hotel of choice. The Nikau restaurant offers an excellent menu, great ambionce, and no tour buses. The snapper we had was cooked beautifully and had great presentation. The staff are friendly and helpful.

    Thank Joanne J
    Pipiana W, General Manager at Nikau Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 2 July 2018

    We are happy you had a great experience in Nikau Joanne. Thank you for sharing your review. We look forward to your next visit.

    Reviewed 1 June 2018 via mobile
    Evening meal for two adults

    Superb meal and attentive but relaxed service. The chefs are to be complimented for the meals they created and provided to us. Thanks for a wonderful dining experience.

    1  Thank ChrisM13350
    Pipiana W, General Manager at Nikau Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 2 July 2018

    We are delighted you had a great experience in Nikau Chris M. I appreciate you taking the time to post your feedback. We look forward to your next visit.

    Reviewed 30 April 2018
    Dinner for two

    We both had a delicious meal at Nikau Restaurant. It is fairly casual in dress code and comfortable with the fire going. We had the bread and dips to start and my favourite was the olive tappenade. I had the steak for mains and my...More

    1  Thank Jillian W
    Reviewed 17 February 2018 via mobile
    Oily and untasty but makes a vegetarian happy

    I ordered a risotto and it was so oily that you could of picked up a spoon and slurpped up the oil. The service was so slow with just a half empty restaurant and we were sat down on the table without any knives and...More

    1  Thank Tom B
    Pipiana W, General Manager at Nikau Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 6 March 2018

    I was disappointed to read your review, and extend my sincere apologies for the disappointment meal and restaurant experience. I have since reviewed with Chef how the Risotto is served and we have made changes to the final plating, which eliminates any oil build-up. The...More

    Reviewed 2 February 2018 via mobile
    Great ambiance and food!

    Hidden inside the Millennium Hotel in Rotorua is the Nikau restaurant. As we were staying in the hotel, and had already had an active day we decided to have dinner in Nikau. We booked a window seat as they open the windows up during service....More

    Thank stitterrell
    Pipiana W, General Manager at Nikau Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 6 March 2018

    Thank you for your feedback following your dining experience in Restaurant Nikau. We're delighted you had a great meal. Your comments regarding gluten free dessert choice is noted, and has been passed on to our Executive Chef. We'd be happy to look at additional gluten-free...More

    Reviewed 3 January 2018 via mobile
    Perfection

    Fantastic, delicious and amazing food,immaculate and efficient service. Thank you harpeet Will be back again

    Thank Missy N
    Tony M, Director of Sales at Nikau Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 7 January 2018

    Kia ora Missy, Thank you for taking the time to comment on your recent dining experience. I have passed on your comments to the team in Restaurant Nikau. Much appreciated. Nga Mihi

    Reviewed 31 December 2017 via mobile
    Outstanding dinner

    Had a Delicious dinner here. The service was outstanding, very friendly and helpful. Have booked again already for tomorrow night

    Thank Waltersj1
    Pipiana W, General Manager at Nikau Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 8 January 2018

    We're delighted you enjoyed your dining experience in Restaurant Nikau! Thank you for your feedback.

    Reviewed 5 September 2017 via mobile
    Great relaxing experience

    My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our intimate dining experience at the Nikau Restaurant at the Millennium Hotel in Rotorua. The setting was great, the service was top class, and the food was excellent. We were made to feel welcome, relaxed, and no request was...More

    Thank Philip B
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Cuisine
    European, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Dinner, Drinks
    Restaurant features
    Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Parking Available
    Good for
    Kids, Child-friendly, Special Occasion Dining, Groups, Business meetings
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Monday
    5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Tuesday
    5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Wednesday
    5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Thursday
    5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Friday
    5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Saturday
    5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 1270 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua, New Zealand
    • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  North Island  >  Bay of Plenty Region  >  Rotorua District  >  Rotorua
    • Phone Number: +64 7-347 1234
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