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View RestaurantUrban Gusto
Located on Tutanekai Street in Rotorua, this highly-regarded eatery enjoys a stellar 4.4-star rating, making it a local favorite. The atmosphere is welcoming and the service often earns high praise for its warmth and attentiveness. With a $$ price range, it strikes a balance between quality and affordability. Diners consistently highlight the friendly staff and the restaurant's ability to cater to different dietary needs. While the menu features Italian staples, the kitchen is happy to customize dishes. Many appreciate the hearty portions and flavorful combinations. It's also a great option for groups looking to enjoy cocktails and a lively atmosphere.
Italian · Steakhouse & Grill•$$•4.4(825)•Rotorua
Located on Tutanekai Street in Rotorua, this highly-regarded eatery enjoys a stellar 4.4-star rating, making it a local favorite. The atmosphere is welcoming and the service often earns high praise for its warmth and attentiveness. With a $$ price range, it strikes a balance between quality and affordability. Diners consistently highlight the friendly staff and the restaurant's ability to cater to different dietary needs. While the menu features Italian staples, the kitchen is happy to customize dishes. Many appreciate the hearty portions and flavorful combinations. It's also a great option for groups looking to enjoy cocktails and a lively atmosphere.
About Urban Gusto
Located on Tutanekai Street in Rotorua, this highly-regarded eatery enjoys a stellar 4.4-star rating, making it a local favorite. The atmosphere is welcoming and the service often earns high praise for its warmth and attentiveness. With a $$ price range, it strikes a balance between quality and affordability. Diners consistently highlight the friendly staff and the restaurant's ability to cater to different dietary needs. While the menu features Italian staples, the kitchen is happy to customize dishes. Many appreciate the hearty portions and flavorful combinations. It's also a great option for groups looking to enjoy cocktails and a lively atmosphere.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
Formula-Based Analysis
This restaurant has been analyzed using our formula-based system to help you understand its key features and match it with your dining preferences.
💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love Urban Gusto
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.4 / 5.0(825 reviews)
What a fantastic dining experience! We were seated immediately, and the service was outstanding—warm, friendly, and super attentive! As a vegetarian, I was a bit disappointed with the limited veggie options on the menu, but the staff was amazing and customized my Pasta Tuscany with fresh veggies, which was absolutely delicious! My husband, a non-vegetarian, loved his hearty steak sandwich and couldn’t stop raving about it. The welcoming vibe made our meal so enjoyable, and we’re already excited to return! We visited Urban Gusto in Rotorua and overall had a very good experience. The food was decent, though unfortunately one of the salads had a small piece of plastic in it. The staff handled the situation really well. They were very friendly, apologetic and made up for it with two excellent desserts that we thoroughly enjoyed. Mistakes happen, but the service and hospitality stood out and turned the experience around. Definitely a restaurant worth visiting. We ordered spaghetti and beef lasagna. It took 45 minutes to get our food which, I can only imagine is the time required to heat food to nearly the surface temperature of the star that sustains life on our planet. Both dishes are burned. The staff gave me a slight discount, no shade.
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Where to Find Them
1122 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
+64 07 348 1122
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Opening Hours
Closed Now
Monday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Recent Reviews
Swapna R.
October 4, 2025
What a fantastic dining experience! We were seated immediately, and the service was outstanding—warm, friendly, and super attentive! As a vegetarian, I was a bit disappointed with the limited veggie options on the menu, but the staff was amazing and customized my Pasta Tuscany with fresh veggies, which was absolutely delicious! My husband, a non-vegetarian, loved his hearty steak sandwich and couldn’t stop raving about it. The welcoming vibe made our meal so enjoyable, and we’re already excited to return!
Anni
October 3, 2025
We visited Urban Gusto in Rotorua and overall had a very good experience. The food was decent, though unfortunately one of the salads had a small piece of plastic in it. The staff handled the situation really well. They were very friendly, apologetic and made up for it with two excellent desserts that we thoroughly enjoyed. Mistakes happen, but the service and hospitality stood out and turned the experience around. Definitely a restaurant worth visiting.
Nuclearranger
November 13, 2025
We ordered spaghetti and beef lasagna. It took 45 minutes to get our food which, I can only imagine is the time required to heat food to nearly the surface temperature of the star that sustains life on our planet. Both dishes are burned. The staff gave me a slight discount, no shade.
Noor H.
September 29, 2025
Excellent food! Beats pasta I’ve had in Italy. The scallop starter was really well balanced and delicious. The strawberry mocktail is great. Lovely service too :)
Shruti M.
August 26, 2025
Enjoyed our dinner and lunch at this lovely place. Twice in the two days spent here in Rotorua. They often say the company matters more than the place. But here , the hospitality , warmth and quality of food was something you can't forget. The Staff from Ludhiana Punjab & mumbai - forget their names and Alex will always be remembered. Thank you for the memories.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Urban Gusto special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
Parking
Free Street Parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
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