Sushi in Tauranga

Mamma Mia Ristorante Italiano is a long‑running Mount dining room serving classic Italian fare. The kitchen turns out antipasti, wood‑fired pizzas, pasta and risotto, plus mains such as rib‑eye or eye‑fillet and desserts like tiramisu.

The Freeport with Cleaver & Co is a relaxed Mount Maunganui spot combining a tavern vibe with wood‑fired Napoli‑style pizza and smoke‑kissed BBQ. The menu highlights handcrafted pizzas and crowd‑pleasing pub fare, backed by tap beers and regular live‑sport or music sessions.

“Good selection of fresh produce and a very friendly cat”

“Wow! The service here is just wonderful. Dinesh was funny and polite and even told me the meaning of my name in the Indian language. The atmosphere is a happy one. You are made to feel welcome then your order is made to perfection. Well done to the team here.”

Centrale at Clarence sits inside Tauranga’s restored post office and channels a Mediterranean spirit. The kitchen focuses on wood‑fired pizzas, handmade pastas, small plates and grilled specials, matched to a polished drinks list.

The Orchard Thieves Pizza in Welcome Bay offers a broad pizza list backed by burgers, sides and combo deals. Popular picks include Apricot Chicken, Pepperoni, Meat Dominator and Cheesy Garlic Pizza, with chips, wedges and family bundles for value.

At The Wagon, the menu stays burger‑led with tidy execution. Service stays present without fuss. Fries and sides round things out neatly. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. A sensible s...

Turkish Stars Kebab at Fraser Cove prepares Turkish‑style kebabs for dine‑in or takeaway. The offering includes kebabs with salad fillings and sauces, plus combo deals during the day.

At The Mansoon Limited, the menu stays Thai-inspired, served with an easygoing pace. Noodles arrive glossy and well seasoned. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

At Taste of Turkish, the menu stays coffee‑and‑cabinet and no‑fuss. Coffee pours are consistent and well textured. Portions are generous yet well judged. Service stays present without fuss. Meals reac...

Sam’s Donburi Bethlehem is a lunch‑bar style spot offering sushi and customisable donburi bowls. Popular picks include teriyaki chicken and tuna sushi, with straightforward, fast service for takeaway.

“Amazing service and even better pizza ovens.”

Meltingpot Mount Maunganui serves Korean‑Japanese fusion. The menu covers donburi, ramen, udon and curries, with Korean‑style fried chicken and casual drinks for dine‑in or takeaway.

Jeongs Kitchen is a local Korean lunch bar and café. The team prepares homestyle Korean meals, lunch boxes and picnic sets with a rotating cabinet, plus coffee for daytime trade. Takeaway and catering...

Jhai Kai keeps things simple, bistro‑style and focused on flavour. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Pricing lines up with the offer. Wait...

The kitchen at Paradise Lunchbar takes a classic fish‑and‑chips path and lets the food speak. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Noodles arrive glossy and well seasoned.

Salva D’or Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria offers a traditional Italian experience with a full menu and wine list. Expect antipasti, pasta and risotto, wood‑fired‑style pizzas and classic desserts, with...

DOCA is a European‑influenced all‑day café on Wharf Street that flips into a pizza‑and‑cocktail bar on Friday and Saturday nights. Daytime covers coffee, big breakfasts and brunch plates; evenings focus on wood‑fired or Italian‑style pizzas and relaxed drinks.

Pizza Bros Te Puke pairs loaded pizzas with a full burger list and sides. Menus feature ranges such as Over Loaded, Extra Loaded and Gourmet, plus curly fries, wings, thick shakes and desserts, with o...

“A fabstastic Japanese restaurant with great food and excellent service! We visited both for dinner and breakfast (since it’s part of a motel) and enjoyed both experiences. The sushi train delivering food to the table was a huge hit, especially for our 8-year-old, who absolutely loved it! The quality-to-price ratio is excellent – you can choose between an all-you-can-eat option or order à la carte from the menu, which gives great flexibility depending on how hungry you are. Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The staff were super friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. Definitely one of the best Japanese dining experiences we’ve had in a while. Highly recommend for both families and sushi lovers!”

On the plate at Urban Gusto, the idea is burger‑led and well judged. Combinations read bold but stay balanced. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Portions are generous yet well judged. Valu...

“Took a small party out for my wife's birthday. The food was great, and served quickly after ordering. I particularly liked the kumara fries! Was a great recommendation from the owner. Service was exceptional, you can tell when someone actually cares about their patrons. It showed in the number of people inside the business. It was a rainy Sunday evening and the resteraunt was at capacity! There was live music and good vibes in abundance. Despite being busy the proprietor checked on us multiple times, and once the live band had finished and a few people had left a table cleared inside which he offered to us for a more pleasant experience. Thank you for the hard work, we will be back!”

Satori Lounge is a modern Japanese restaurant on Maunganui Road. Menus include sashimi, nigiri, tempura and furai, house sushi rolls, gohan rice bowls, platters for two and a compact dessert list.

Osteria Mount Maunganui is an Italian dining room focused on seasonal produce, handmade pasta and wood‑fired pizza. Menus include antipasti (bruschetta, arancini), pizzas (margherita, chorizo, truffle), pasta and risotto, along with ‘farm’ and ‘ocean’ mains and classic desserts like tiramisu.

On the plate at Blackberry Eatery BREAKFAST LUNCH AND DINNER, the idea is classic fish‑and‑chips and well judged. Value feels fair for the quality. Eggs land on point and toast keeps its crunch. Portions are generous yet well judged.

Matakite Japanese Restaurant in Pyes Pa runs a concise click‑and‑collect menu. Choices include donburi bowls, udon and ramen, prepared to order for pickup.

Waihi Pizza Omokoroa is a neighbourhood takeaway offering value and premium pizzas with regular deals. Online ordering lists family bundles and sides for convenient pickup or delivery.

Ocean Fiesta Eatery offers a casual daytime menu built around breakfast and lunch plates. Ordering platforms and social posts highlight gluten‑free and dairy‑free options alongside burgers, fries and...

At The Orchard Thieves Putāruru, the menu stays simple, bistro‑style with tidy execution. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Service stays present without fuss. Serve sizes show solid value. Val...