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Best Restaurants in Gisborne

Top 20 picks from 58 places to eat.

Looking for the best places to eat in Gisborne? These are the 20 restaurants people search for most, from our list of 58 venues in Gisborne.

How we rank: public search interest for each venue, then how complete its listing is (photos and published opening hours). We are independent and do not accept payment for placement. Read our editorial policy.
The Rivers
#1

The Rivers

Restaurant · Victoria, Gisborne · $$$

Found at 1 Gladstone Road in Victoria, The Rivers is a restaurant that has become part of the Victoria dining scene. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.

Sofra
#2

Sofra

Turkish restaurant · Victoria, Gisborne · $$

Sofra brings Turkish food to the Victoria area, making it a handy stop for anyone eating out in Gisborne. It sits right in the heart of Gisborne, within walking distance of the centre.

Sunshine
#3

Sunshine

Thai restaurant · Victoria, Gisborne · $$

If you are looking for a Thai restaurant in Victoria, Gisborne, Sunshine at 116 Grey Street in Victoria is one of the places worth knowing about. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city…

Breakers
#4

Breakers

Restaurant · Victoria, Gisborne · $$$

Breakers brings modern, international-style food to the Victoria area, making it a handy stop for anyone eating out in Gisborne. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.

Hanks
#5

Hanks

American restaurant · Whataupoko, Gisborne · $$

Found at 147 Ormond Road in Whataupoko, Hanks is an American restaurant that has become part of the Whataupoko dining scene. It sits right in the heart of Gisborne, within walking distance of the centre.

The Works
#6

The Works

Restaurant · Kaiti, Gisborne · $$$

Found at 41 Esplanade in Kaiti, The Works is a restaurant that has become part of the Kaiti dining scene. It is about 1.5 km from central Gisborne.

The Rangatira Tavern
#7

The Rangatira Tavern

Pub · Te Karaka, Gisborne · $$

The Rangatira Tavern is a pub located at the Te Karaka area, in the city of Gisborne, in New Zealand's Gisborne region. From the Gisborne city centre it is roughly 25 km away – worth planning your route before you set…

Bollywood Stars
#8

Bollywood Stars

Indian restaurant · Victoria, Gisborne · $$

Bollywood Stars is an Indian restaurant located at the Victoria area, in the city of Gisborne, in New Zealand's Gisborne region. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.

Lonestar Restaurant & Bar
#9

Lonestar Restaurant & Bar

Restaurant · Kaiti, Gisborne · $$$

If you are looking for a restaurant in Kaiti, Gisborne, Lonestar Restaurant & Bar at 64 Esplanade in Kaiti is one of the places worth knowing about. From the Gisborne city centre it is roughly 1.2 km away – a short…

Smokey Bros BBQ Café
#10

Smokey Bros BBQ Café

American restaurant · Gisborne · $$

Smokey Bros BBQ Café is an American restaurant located at 3983 State Highway 2, in Gisborne, in New Zealand's Gisborne region. From the Gisborne city centre it is roughly 41 km away – worth planning your route before…

Cafe 35
#11

Cafe 35

Cafe · Tokomaru Bay, Gisborne · $$

Cafe 35 brings cafe food, coffee and brunch to the Tokomaru Bay area, making it a handy stop for anyone eating out in Gisborne. It is about 65 km from central Gisborne.

Smash Palace
#12

Smash Palace

Bar · Awapuni, Gisborne · $$

Found at the Awapuni area, Smash Palace is a bar that has become part of the Awapuni dining scene. It is about 1.8 km from central Gisborne.

Te Puka Tavern
#13

Te Puka Tavern

Pub · Tokomaru Bay, Gisborne · $$

Te Puka Tavern is a pub located at Beach Road in Tokomaru Bay, in the city of Gisborne, in New Zealand's Gisborne region. It is about 66 km from central Gisborne.

69 Central
#14

69 Central

Restaurant · Victoria, Gisborne · $$$

69 Central is a restaurant located at the Victoria area, in the city of Gisborne, in New Zealand's Gisborne region. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.

Arigato Mum's Sushi
#15

Arigato Mum's Sushi

Japanese restaurant · Victoria, Gisborne · $$$

Tucked into the Victoria area, Arigato Mum's Sushi serves Japanese food to locals and visitors in Victoria, Gisborne. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.

Fusion
#16

Fusion

Asian restaurant · Victoria, Gisborne · $$

Found at the Victoria area, Fusion is an Asian restaurant that has become part of the Victoria dining scene. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.

Globe Restaurant
#17

Globe Restaurant

Restaurant · Whataupoko, Gisborne · $$$

Found at 1 Vogel Street in Whataupoko, Globe Restaurant is a restaurant that has become part of the Whataupoko dining scene. It sits right in the heart of Gisborne, within walking distance of the centre.

Hood Kai
#18

Hood Kai

Restaurant · Tolaga Bay, Gisborne · $$$

If you are looking for a restaurant in Tolaga Bay, Gisborne, Hood Kai at the Tolaga Bay area is one of the places worth knowing about. It is about 40 km from central Gisborne.

Neighbourhood Cantina
#19

Neighbourhood Cantina

Restaurant · Wainui, Gisborne · $$$

Found at the Wainui area, Neighbourhood Cantina is a restaurant that has become part of the Wainui dining scene. From the Gisborne city centre it is roughly 5.3 km away – a short drive, bus or bike ride.

Ocean Fresh Takeaways
#20

Ocean Fresh Takeaways

Restaurant · Whataupoko, Gisborne · $

Ocean Fresh Takeaways is a restaurant located at the Whataupoko area, in the city of Gisborne, in New Zealand's Gisborne region. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.